Media Monitor
Agriculture Industry
Soil health and nutrient management can lead to higher crop yieldsedit
The Statesman – Online
The ongoing farmers’ agitation as well as the anticipated stubble burning, both point to an issue of vital importance ~ soil health and nutrient management ~ which is an oft-neglected area that needs urgent corrective action, agriculture and soil scientists have said. While the agitating farmers are calling for revocation of the recently enacted farm laws, the spotlight has been turned on the farm practices and the problems facing the farmers, particularly subsistence farmers. Of particular importance is the issue of decreasing productivity, brought on mainly by depleting soil fertility. This also leads to production of poor grade grains, which would fetch lower price in the open market.
Govt. Policies
Government is giving 50 percent subsidy on buying tractor, take advantage of the scheme like thisedit
Patrika – Online
The government is introducing many schemes to increase the income of the farmers. One of these is ‘PM Kisan Tractor Yojana’. Under this scheme, six thousand rupees are deposited in the account of farmers. Also, subsidy is available on buying tractors for farming. This decision has been taken in view of those farmers who are unable to buy tractors due to extreme financial constraints. In such dire circumstances, they have to hire tractors or use oxen. In such a situation, the government has come up with this scheme to help the farmers.
Stubble Burning
Stubble Burning Season is Here: Why Farmers Burn Their Crops? Unsolved Problems, Alternativesedit
News18 – Online
With the onset of winter, farm fires become rampant in northern Indian states, particularly in Punjab, Haryana and western Uttar Pradesh. The problem of burning crops is one of the major reasons for deteriorating air quality in the region during winter and contributes to the alarming pollution levels in the neighboring Delhi. The perennial problem is not only the cause of trouble for the people in Delhi, but over the years it has also became a political issue as heads of state engage in war of words over the yearly problem.