The Budget 2024 prioritizes sustainability and climate resilience in agriculture, earmarking funds for developing climate-resilient crop varieties, promoting organic farming, and implementing water conservation measures. These initiatives aim to enhance agricultural resilience to climate change impacts, reduce chemical inputs, improve soil health, and ensure sustainable food production. Through support for organic practices and innovative water management techniques, the budget underscores India’s commitment to fostering environmentally sound agricultural practices that can adapt to changing climatic conditions.
Key Announcements:
Natural Farming(Organic Farming) Initiative:
Over the next two years, one crore farmers will adopt natural farming practices. Certification and branding efforts will authenticate and enhance the marketability of naturally grown produce, promoting sustainable agriculture across India.
Strengthening Pulses Sector:
The government aims to enhance the production, storage, and marketing infrastructure for pulses, essential components of both the Indian diet and agricultural economy. This initiative prioritizes strengthening the entire value chain, thereby ensuring sustainable growth and fostering food security nationwide.
Vegetable Production Clusters:
To enhance vegetable production, the government plans to establish large-scale clusters, thereby organizing and boosting productivity in vegetable farming. This strategic initiative aims to streamline cultivation practices, leading to improved yields and ensuring a consistent supply of nutritious vegetables to meet the country’s growing demand.
New Crop Varieties:
The government is set to introduce 109 high-yielding and climate-resilient varieties of 32 field and horticulture crops.These new varieties aim to enhance agricultural resilience by enabling farmers to effectively adapt to changing climatic conditions, thereby improving overall crop yields.By ensuring accessibility to these advanced varieties, the initiative aims to modernize agricultural practices nationwide, thereby ensuring sustainable food production and effectively supporting farmers in enhancing their productivity and income levels.
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