Agriculture Export Policy 2018 – Need, Features and Challenges
The Union Cabinet has approved the Agriculture Export Policy in December 2018. The policy would support the government in reaching the target of doubl…
Agriculture Issues in India
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi – The Debate on Cash Vs In-kind Transfers
The Interim Budget 2019-20 placed a strong focus on the rural and farm sectors by introducing Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN), guaranteei…
Nitrogen Pollution – The Biggest Environmental Threat
The UN Environment in its Frontiers report mentioned that Nitrogen Pollution is one of the biggest environmental threats faced by humans today and nee…
MSP for MFP Scheme – Key Issues and Analysis
Minimum Support Price Scheme (MSP) for Minor Forest Produce (MFP) is a centrally-sponsored scheme launched at the end of 2013-14 (during the 12th five…
Gobardhan Yojana – The scheme that could create 1.5 million jobs!
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How do subsidies affect the cropping pattern, crop diversity and economy of farmers? What is the significance of crop insurance, minimum support price and food processing for small and marginal farmers? (250 words)
India’s agricultural sector is heavily influenced by government policies, including subsidies, crop insurance, minimum support price (MSP), and food processing initiatives. These policies impact cropping…
