Syllabus: Agriculture Source: DTE Context: A detailed analysis published recently highlights the urgent need to transition small farmers from dependency to dignity by fostering agripreneurship, equity, and sustainable market access. About India’s Small Farmers: Definition: Small and marginal farmers are those who own less than 2 hectares of land (Agricultural Census 2015–16). Extent: They constitute …
Syllabus: Agriculture Source: TH Context: Traditional seed varieties are declining due to market preferences for hybrid crops, threatening biodiversity and climate resilience. What are Traditional Seeds? Traditional seeds, also called indigenous, heirloom, or desi seeds, are native crop varieties that have been naturally cultivated, saved, and exchanged by farmers over generations. Unlike hybrid or genetically modified (GM) seeds, they …
Context: The Government of India is actively promoting organic farming through Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) and Mission Organic Value Chain Development for North Eastern Region (MOVCDNER). Government Initiatives to Promote Organic Farming: Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY): Implemented across all states and UTs (except the Northeast) to support organic farming practices. Financial assistance of …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 10 December 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Source: PIB Context: Ashtalakshmi 2024 showcased the North East region’s rich heritage, highlighting its GI-tagged products, which reflect its unique cultural and agricultural traditions. About GI Products in News: Insta links:
