Topic
food production
Commodities Why water efficiency is central to climate-smart agriculture in rural India's farming future
The article examines the critical role of water efficiency in climate-smart agriculture (CSA) in rural India, highlighting challenges such as groundwater depletion and erratic monsoons. It covers solutions including micro-irrigation, traditional water harvesting, drought-resistant crops, and technology adoption, with a focus on community-led and policy-backed initiatives.
The Next Decade of Agriculture Will Be Defined by Resource Efficiency, Not Land Ownership
The article argues that the next decade of agriculture will shift focus from land ownership to resource efficiency, citing precision irrigation, aeroponic technology, and managed farm models. Examples include an Indian aeroponic farm achieving 360 tonnes per acre annually, using 95% less water than traditional methods, and conserving over 50 acres of farmland per facility.
Commodities India Achieves Self-Sufficiency in Food Production, CTCRI Director Says
India has achieved self-sufficiency in food production, according to Dr G Baiju, Director of ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI). Foodgrain production rose from 50.8 million tonnes in 1950–51 to 376.5 million tonnes in 2025–26, while horticulture output exceeded 370 million tonnes. Agri exports surged to ₹4.3 lakh crore in 2024-25, with India becoming the world's largest rice exporter. Budgetary allocation for agriculture increased from ₹27,662 crore to ₹1.40 lakh crore, and ICAR released 3,821 high-yielding varieties from 2014 to 2025.
Commodities Homestead Farming: A Climate Change Solution
Homestead farming in Keralam offers a sustainable approach to combat climate change by reducing transportation emissions and enhancing carbon sequestration. The practice, highlighted by Rammohan Paliyath, emphasizes local food production and diversified agriculture.