AGRICULTURE IN

INDIA

INTRODUCTION One of the Strong sector in Indian economy is Agriculture

(18% of GDP)

Around 58% Population of India depends on Agriculture directly or indirectly

Average growth rate of agriculture and allied sector in 2011-2012 & 2012-2013Is 3.2%

140.7 Million hectare area is available for sown

Major agricultural products include rice,wheat,oilseed,cotton,jute,tea

Production

India is largest producer of rice, wheat, cotton, fruits & vegetables

Coffee production is over 293000 metric tones & tea production is over 981 million Kg.

History

Indian agriculture began by 9000 BC as a result of early cultivation of plants.

Double monsoon leads two harvest in a year.

The Grow More Food Campaign (1940s) and the Integrated ProductionProgram (1950s) focused on Food & cash crops supply respectively

In 1960 Green revolution took place

GREEN REVOLUTION

Adopted in India by

The Green revolution is the significant increase in agricultural productivity resulting from the introduction of high yield varieties of grains, use of pesticidesand improved management techniques

YEAR Population in Cr. Growth

1961 3,59,83,000

1971 4,35,03,000 20.9%

1981 5,42,50,000 23.1%

1991 6,65,08,000 24.2%

2001 7,57,27,000 13.9%

2011 8,46,55,533 11.8%

Population Growth In India

Land under cultivation is converted to living places.

Rapid Urbanization & Industrialization

All this factors shows adverse effect in Demand & Supply.

In order to with stand this situation green revolution techniques are adopted by Indian government.

Methods used in Green Revolution

Double /multiple cropping system Seeds with Superior Genetics. Proper Irrigation system High yielding variety of seeds Use of Pesticides and fertilizers Use of modern machinery (Tractor, Harvester, Thrasher) Expansion of Farming Areas

Double /multiple cropping system

Seeds with Superior Genetics

Proper Irrigation system

High yielding variety of seeds

Use of Pesticides and fertilizers

Use of modern machinery

Result

Effect of Pesticides on Earth

Loss Of Fertility : In a long run usage of pesticides causesloss of fertility, This shows serious impact on demand & supply

Resistance of the insects & pests increases,at this time formers required more pesticide to kill them,

this increases cost of Forming

The biggest issue facing the use of chemical fertilizers is ground water contamination.

Pesticides are designed to kill and because their modeof action is not specific to one species, they oftenkill or harm organisms other than pests,including humans.

It affects the neurological system, resulting in headache, dizziness, mood disturbances, sleepiness and mental confusion on a short-term basis, while in the long-term it can cause memory loss and cerebral oedema.

Need for Second Green Revolution

The time is now ripe for second Green revolution

India has tremendous export potential in agriculture in present era of globalization

In second Green revolution emphasis should be laid on :

1. Usage of pesticides, fertilizers

2. Market Opportunities

3. Educate farmers & bring awareness among them

4. Subsidies to the former End

NOFANatural Organic formers association

By:The Andhra Chamber Of Commerce And Industries

In order to reduce the usage of Fertilizers Pesticides & increase the organic farming methods NOFA is formed by the ANDHRA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

The Main aim of Association is to reduce the cost of farming and increase yield.

It is proven fact that with the help of cow products Zero cost farming can be done.

NOFA will provide assistance to get Govt subsidy for organic forming

This provide assistance to get the certification of Organic Forming.

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