Natural farming addresses challenges in agricultural sector: PM Modi
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Why in news
Prime Minister Narendra Modi advocated for natural farming as a solution to declining soil fertility and moisture, urging farmers to adopt the practice through a blend of traditional wisdom and scientific validation.
Background
The PM highlighted natural farming's ability to reduce long-term costs and chemical exposure for farmers. He proposed a strategy where farmers start with small plots to build confidence before scaling up.
Facts for Prelims
- FactNatural farming aims to address decreasing soil fertility and moisture levels.
- FactThe practice is promoted as a method to reduce long-term costs and chemical exposure in agriculture.
- FactThe strategy involves combining traditional wisdom with scientific validation and institutional support.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the transition to natural farming can address the ecological and economic challenges faced by Indian smallholder farmers.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Ecological restoration: Reversing soil degradation and moisture depletion through non-chemical inputs
- Economic viability: Reducing input costs for smallholders while ensuring long-term farm sustainability
- Knowledge integration: Bridging the gap between indigenous agricultural wisdom and modern scientific validation
Keywords: Soil fertility · Sustainable agriculture · Smallholder farmers · Chemical exposure · Institutional support
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