Over the last nine years, the government has introduced around 2,380 crop varieties that are not only high-yielding but also resistant to climate change.
This effort intends to assist small and marginal farmers in dealing with the problems brought by climate change. Notably, 80% of these types are developed to tolerate both abiotic pressures, such as environmental conditions, and biotic challenges, such as pest resistance. This multimodal method helps farmers to respond to a variety of climate-related difficulties.
In addition to introducing resilient crop types, the government has supported 68 location-specific climate-resilient technologies designed for wider adoption within farming communities. Furthermore, agricultural contingency plans for 650 districts have been developed to assist policymakers in making educated decisions amid delayed monsoons and other adverse weather events. In the face of climatic uncertainty, this proactive technique helps allocate resources for development activities.
The government's efforts are in reaction to a study that indicates a likely reduction in main crop production over the next two decades. Climate change-related variables such as unpredictable rainfall, extreme weather events, and drought have all contributed to a decrease in grain yields. This negative impact disproportionately impacts small farmers, increasing farm debt and encouraging migration. Arjun Munda, Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare emphasized research models indicating probable production declines for essential food crops such as rice, wheat, maize, and soybean in the absence of appropriate adaptation measures. The government's emphasis on robust crop types and technology solutions demonstrates a commitment to solving the complex issues posed by climate change in agriculture.
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