GS-III: E-Technology in the Aid of Farmers

What is DMH-11 that was recently approved by the Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee? What are the advantages and challenges in its adoption?

October 14, 2023

The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC), working under the ambit of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has recently approved the environmental release of GM Mustard Hybrid DMH 11 for seed production and commercial cultivation. DMH 11: Dhara ..

Topics: GS-III: Major Crops Cropping Patterns in Various Parts of India • GS-III: E-Technology in the Aid of Farmers • GS-III: Indigenization of Technology and Developing New Technology • GS-III: Environmental Impact Assessment

Comment on the need to increase spending on R&D for the agriculture sector.

October 12, 2023

Agriculture sector in India contributes around 14% to GDP, while employing almost half of the entire workforce. The green revolution was a major technological breakthrough which created a lasting impact on Indian agriculture. However, India’s public investment on R&D ..

Topics: GS-III: E-Technology in the Aid of Farmers • GS-III: Food Processing and Related Industries

Evaluate the performance of PM KISAN in easing the cash crunch faced by the farming community.

October 4, 2023

The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN), launched in February 2019, is a central sector scheme with 100% funding from the union government. Highlights of the scheme: The central government transfers an amount of Rs.6000 per year in three equal ..

Topics: GS-III: Indian Economy Issues Relating to Planning • GS-III: E-Technology in the Aid of Farmers

Identify the need for a climate resilient agriculture in India, discuss how it can be achieved.

September 30, 2023

National Mission on climate change entails a national Mission on smart agriculture highlighting clear link between climate change and agricultural resilience. Need for climate resilient agriculture: Rainfed – More than 50% area under rain fed agriculture. Changing rainfall patterns, intensity ..

Topics: GS-III: E-Technology in the Aid of Farmers • GS-III: Conservation Environmental Pollution Degradation

An overhaul of Agro-R&D is imperative for fulfilling of India’s obligations of doubling farmer’s income. Comment.

September 17, 2023

The Agriculture sector requires robust R&D to improve livelihoods, by raising yields and quality. Therefore, there is a need for the following measures: Liberalising salary structures and promotion criteria of research institutions like Indian Council for Agricultural Research. Performance based ..

Topics: GS-III: Major Crops Cropping Patterns in Various Parts of India • GS-III: Different Types of Irrigation and Irrigation Systems • GS-III: Storage Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Related Issues • GS-III: E-Technology in the Aid of Farmers

The negative consequences of input-intensive and unsustainable agricultural practices in India can be nullified by transitioning to Low External Input Sustainable Agriculture (LEISA). Discuss.

September 17, 2023

The Green revolution catalyzed heavy use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, as well as water. Indian food security improved, yet there has been degradation of ecology and increasing indebtedness of farmers. Low External Input Sustainable Agriculture minimizes use of inputs, ..