Importance of Agriculture in India

 The importance of Agriculture in India is realized by everyone when Mr. Lal Bahadur Shastri, the second prime minister of India gave the slogan of ‘Jai Jawan Jai Kisan’. India is a country of farmers and orchards.

Most of the people of India have adopted Agriculture as their occupation. There are several acres of land that are used only for the cultivation of different crops like tomatoes, potatoes, rice, wheat, sugarcane, apples, etc. That is why Agriculture is good to take as a profession.

Some of the population there do not consider agriculture a reputed profession. This is really shameful thinking. You can live without other things like mobile, etc but not without food. So, this is the field where you also are working for a living in society.

Agriculture in India today

The current status of agriculture in India today is very satisfactory. Today people are taking interest in farming. Many of the youngsters are setting examples by using technology to make this Horticulture field more prestigious. Recently the mega agri-summit held in Rajasthan in November 2016 shows how the government, as well as the people, is keenly interested in farming. The good farmers are awarded to expose & promote the Agriculture sector.
Several schemes are launched to help the people to make a future in agriculture, like Krishonnati Yojna, Rashtriya Pashudhan Vikas Yojna etc.

Recently a 24-hour television channel named DD Kisan was also launched for Indian farmers. This channel helps in sorting out any kind of agricultural problems of the farmers.

Role of Agriculture in the Indian Economy

The importance of agriculture in economic development is huge. The Agriculture sector plays a vital role in the Indian Economy. Agriculture contributes about 16% of the total GDP. India exports a large number of agricultural materials like fruits, vegetables, pulses, tea, spices, etc and the government is acquiring good revenue from it.
There are many exporting products in which India is leading the world like tea etc. So, it is also making India proud in the sector of agriculture.

Most of the part of the money circulates for food items purchasing which is good for financial growth and balance.

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The basic importance of Agriculture in India

Agriculture in everyday life is very important because it is the source of living. Agriculture is a profession that is close to nature. It gives us peace and satisfaction besides income. With the other profession, everyone can adopt Agriculture sidewise also. This will not only increase your income sources but also give you inner peace and happiness.

In India, there is a lot of lands that are used for agricultural purposes so it is easy to settle up a farming occupation here. There is a special department of agriculture and irrigation in the ministry of the Indian government. This makes many schemes for the farmers.

Several subsidies and agricultural loans are given to the farmers so they can do well for their crops.

Importance of Agriculture in Employment

Agriculture is also a source of employment. It is providing employment to many people. Many of the laborers get their wages daily through agriculture whether they are tractor drivers, grass cutters, many technicians of farming apparatuses, or everyone who indulges in such cultivation activities.

Also, there are a lot of medicines made from plants and natural herbs so this is a place for such businesses also. Good knowledge of such plants gives you a useful job.

There are also special horticultural universities in India like Nauni University in Himachal Pradesh etc. These educational firms are telling the youngsters importance of agriculture and guiding them on how agriculture can be a profession.
Many researchers and scientists are doing well in the agriculture sector. This is the sector providing them employment.
Agriculture is also used in the clothing sector. Jute, silk, cotton, etc are some of the most demanded clothing today. This provides employment to the concerned people.

Importance of Agriculture in Water Saving

Agriculture is the sector that demands a lot of water for irrigation. This is a profession that mostly depends on the weather. If there would be less water supply then it can lead to crop crashes. Also, heavy rainfall can destroy the crop. So, good farming methods and modern techniques of farming can help farmers to overcome these problems.
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Some of the methods mentioned here are:

  • Try to store water. Make some storage tanks or ponds. It will store the rainwater in it and there will be no shortage of water in the future.
  • Avoid exploitation of groundwater. Groundwater is one of the sources of drinking water. But most of the part of it is used in agriculture. For this, we should give priority to the crops which demand less water. There should be a proper recycling method for groundwater.
  • You have noticed that the traditional natural water sources like waterfall, kuhals etc are disappearing today. This is due to more industrialization, increasing population, shortage of forests etc. So, try to plant more trees also. More trees also lessen the effects of natural disasters like floods.
  • Water from natural sources could also be conserved. So, it could be used later.
  • Drip irrigation is also one of the methods which can save 50% of water. Farmers should be aware of such techniques.

So, Agriculture is a prestigious profession to be adopted. A farmer feeds the world. This is the field where you give back to nature, as it has given you. Also, it is a creative source of earning. You don’t have to sit 24*7 on a chair. Just give a little ‘seasonal’ time to your fields and enjoy the rest of your time with your family or friends.

Several helpline numbers like Kisan call center (1800-180-1551)etc are there for your guidance where you can ask your queries without any hesitation.

A lot of magazines, experts, and institutions are there to help you in agriculture. You just have to approach these and use them.

And the last and most important thing is that love your profession and respect it, then you will definitely do your best yours!

Chehre pe Pasina, Badan pe Thakan hai,

Bhuk hai, Pyaas hai, phir bhi manta Prakriti ka Ehsan hai,

Duniya bhle dekhe jis Nigah se, kar raha sabko Anndaan hai,

Shikan nahi mathe pe, Hontho pe hmesha Muskan hai,

Izzat or Imandari  se jeeta hai,  jo wo es desh ka kisan hai…

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