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Need for climate-smart agriculture in India
Context:
Climate Smart Agriculture is the answer to the two most important issues faced by humanity in the 21st century (climate change and food insecurity.)
Climate Change Challenges and Farming Practices
- Food Demand and Climate Impact: Meeting the rising food demand amid climate change poses dual challenges, requiring adaptation measures as traditional farming methods become less productive.
- Productivity Imperative: The imperative to enhance agricultural production by 60% before 2050 necessitates a comprehensive strategy to address the growing demand for food.
- Farmers' Response: Faced with reduced productivity, farmers respond by adopting adaptation measures, highlighting the urgency of innovative and sustainable farming practices.
The Role of Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA)
- Holistic Approach: Climate-smart agriculture (CSA) offers a holistic framework with three objectives: sustainable productivity increase, climate change adaptation, and greenhouse gas emission reduction.
- Diverse Practices: CSA incorporates diverse practices, from water-smart to carbon-smart, effectively addressing productivity concerns, land degradation, and soil health in the face of climate challenges.
- Innovative Solutions: Implementing innovative practices, CSA serves as a proactive response to climate challenges, ensuring sustainable agriculture by mitigating risks and promoting ecological stability.
Advantages of CSA and Its Role in Climate Action
- Diverse Benefits of CSA: CSA delivers varied advantages, fostering crop diversification, improving water efficiency, and enhancing resilience to climate disruptions for sustainable agriculture.
- Global Climate Alignment: Beyond economic gains, CSA contributes to global climate goals, aiding carbon storage, and aligning with international commitments, showcasing its environmental significance.
- Empowering Small Farmers: CSA, supported by government initiatives and collaborations, stands as a unique opportunity to empower small farmers, ensure food security, and promote sustainability in agriculture.
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