On the surface, adoption movements for organic farming and biodynamic farming in India look similar. Both of these practices, built on similar principles, follow similar practices, and share the same goal: that being, to break away from non-organic and synthetic pesticides, chemicals, and compost, creating an all-natural, pure result on one’s farm. Yet, throughout the […]
With cultivation in 100 countries covering both coastal areas and inner land regions, Coconut farming has always been a favorable crop throughout the world. In Asia for countries like the Philippines and Indonesia, it is a major part for ensuring stable economic growth. However, coconut farming in India is on another level. Even without realizing
Have you ever heard the term India’s first fully organic state before this decade? I surely didn’t. Only in 2016, when a survey was conducted to determine the Indian state with the most organic farms and the highest adoption of organic practices, did Sikkim turn out to be leading the charge with a 100% adoption.
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At the turn of the century, millions of Indian farming communities did not earn a substantial income from their practices, even after the four decades of green revolution practices, thus, in efforts to keep up with the growing demands of the Indian market, Indian farmers are forced to adapt and to rely on chemical fertilizers
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Any specialized fruit farming business in India has to face the tight restraints of Indian consumers, particularly common folks, who prefer not to spend a high cost associated with fancy fruits like avocado, especially when many other tropical options are available throughout the year. However, thanks to today’s health-conscious market, many experts believe that avocado
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Given India’s ever-changing climate and agrarian prospects, the country has been a frontrunner in farming innovation. Yet, in sharp contrast to more progressive methods, there are a lot of obstacles such as severe climatic conditions, unavailability of water, and poor quality of soil which consistently obstruct farming activities. As a solution to the issues, new
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India has rapidly advanced organic farming due to its traditional and unique agricultural practices. With the rise in population and food consumption, the food industry has created a demand for organically produced and chemical-free food. Therefore, organic farming has become vital to the agricultural revolution and the achievement of the vision of an organic state of
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The impact of sustainable development is increasingly becoming evident as urbanization and globalization blooms. In agricultural terms, Harisharan Devgan was a steam engine; his father was a progressive farmer who synergistically blended traditional agriculture with modern technology. Mr. Devgan has been able to facilitate nationwide change thanks to the freedoms that allow him to examine
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Dry Land farming is the practice of cultivating crops in areas with low rainfall and limited irrigation facilities. It plays a crucial role in feeding populations in arid and semi-arid regions, accounting for nearly 40% of the world’s agricultural land. As climate change exacerbates water scarcity and erratic weather patterns, dryland farming is emerging as
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Agriculture has long been the backbone of India, providing livelihoods for nearly half of the country’s population. While traditional farming has played a crucial role in sustaining the nation, the rise of a new generation of farmers—agripreneurs—is transforming the agricultural landscape. These enterprising individuals bring innovative solutions to age-old problems, blending modern technologies with traditional
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