“The next phase of India’s agricultural transformation must shift from input intensification to resource-use efficiency.” Assess the challenges in achieving this transition.

Topic: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country. Q6. “The next phase of India’s agricultural transformation must shift from input intensification to resource-use efficiency.” Assess the challenges in achieving this transition. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question The growing concerns of soil degradation, climate change and stagnating agricultural …

Soil Fertility Mapping

Source:  PIB  Context: The Soil & Land Use Survey of India (SLUSI) has generated digital soil fertility maps for 351 villages across 34 districts in Maharashtra using geospatial techniques. This initiative, under the Soil Health & Fertility Scheme, aims to enhance soil productivity and optimize fertilizer use. About Soil Fertility Mapping: What is Soil Fertility …