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GREEN REVOLUTION:ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF GREEN REVOLUTION | BENE...

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The bottom line is organic farming one of the oldest farming is better and good for socitey as it gives us good health! The Green Revolution was a period of significant agricultural advancements, particularly in the mid-20th century, that led to a dramatic increase in food production in many parts of the developing world, including India. While it is widely credited with averting widespread famine and achieving food security, it also brought about a host of complex and long-lasting advantages and disadvantages. ### Advantages of the Green Revolution The Green Revolution's primary advantage was its success in addressing the pressing issue of food scarcity and famine. * **Increased Food Production and Self-Sufficiency:** The most significant achievement was the massive increase in the production of food grains, especially wheat and rice. High-Yielding Varieties (HYVs) of seeds, combined with better irrigation and chemical inputs, tripled food supply and transformed India from ...

Explained: Government’s new scheme on natural farming | Agriculture

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Programme Name: “Bharat Jaivik Kranti” (India’s Organic Revolution) 🎯 Objectives • Transition farmers from chemical-intensive to organic practices. • Educate consumers about the health and environmental benefits of organic food. • Build a robust supply chain for certified organic produce. 📺 Multi-Channel Awareness Campaign 1. Television & Radio • Prime-time ads featuring farmers, nutritionists, and celebrities endorsing organic food. • Radio jingles in regional languages promoting local organic markets and farmer success stories. • Documentaries on DD Kisan and regional channels showcasing organic farming techniques. 2. Mobile & SMS Outreach • Send SMS alerts to farmers with tips, training schedules, and subsidy updates. • Use IVR calls in local languages to guide farmers on organic certification and composting. • Launch a mobile app for organic farming resources, mandi prices, and certification tracking. 3. Social Media & Influencer Engagement • Partner wit...

L11: Sustainable Agriculture, Organic Farming, Biofertilizer, Vermicompo...

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Organic Farming in India: A Sustainable Future or a Risky Shift? | StudyIQ

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Organic Growth & Bill Gates Exposé: #vandanashiva #bestpodcast #podcast ...

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The Metric Should Be Health Per Acre, Not Yield Per Acre - Vandana Shiv...

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Vandana Shiva said exactly this:* * *Measure Health, Not Yield* Her points behind this statement: 1. *Yield doesn't equal Nutrition*: High-yielding crops can be low in nutrients. 2. *Chemicals reduce Immunity*: Pesticides weaken immune systems, even if crops look healthy. 3. *Health is Real Wealth*: Focus on growing healthy food, not just abundant food. 4. *Longevity over Profits*: Prioritize long-term health benefits over short-term profits. 5. *Nature's Yield is Health*: Natural systems prioritize health and biodiversity over yield alone.

RSTV Vishesh– 16 Oct 2018: Sikkim: India's First Organic State I सिक्किम...

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Sikkim is India's first fully organic state, with over 75,000 hectares of land dedicated to organic farming ¹. This was achieved through a combination of government policies, farmer support, and sustainable practices ¹. Sikkim's organic farming mission has improved soil health, increased farmer income, and promoted eco-tourism ¹. The state has also received global recognition for its efforts, including the Future Policy Gold Award from the UN FAO in 2018 ¹. Would you like to know more about Sikkim's organic farming model? *Sikkim's Organic Farming Model:* *Achievements:* 1. *100% Organic State*: All 75,000 hectares of cultivable land under organic farming 2. *75,000 Farmers Benefited*: Including 40% women farmers 3. *50% Increase in Farmer Income*: Through organic farming practices 4. *30% Reduction in Water Usage*: Due to efficient irrigation systems 5. *25% Increase in Crop Yield*: With improved soil health and fertility *Initiatives:* 1. *Sikkim Organic Mission ...