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The buffer stock is a core component of India’s food management policy, acting as an economic safety net for both farmers and consumers. It represents the strategic reserve of food grains held by the government to manage shortages, stabilize market prices, and ensure adequate food supply, particularly for vulnerable populations. Table of Content  Introduction Buffer… Continue reading Buffer Stock – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

Contract farming is a significant and evolving topic in Indian agriculture, representing a formal, forward-looking link between farmers and commercial buyers. It aims to reduce market risk for farmers and ensure a consistent supply chain for companies.  Table of Content  Introduction How does Contract Farming work? Objectives of Contract Farming Advantages of Contract Farming Challenges/Limitations… Continue reading Contract Farming – Significance & Challenges – Way Forward

Irrigation is a key agricultural practice that entails the regulated and intentional application of water to plants or crops. It involves adding water to the soil in order to promote plant development and raise agricultural yield. Since ancient times, the method has been utilized to boost crop production and lessen the effects of dry spells… Continue reading Irrigation – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

In agriculture, the fundamental input is the seed, which is more than just a mere grain. Unlike grains, seeds encompass living embryos nestled within supporting or food storage tissues. Seeds prioritize the biological essence, emphasizing the living organism within, whereas grains emphasize the economic yield of the supporting tissue. Table of Content Introduction Types of… Continue reading Seeds – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) is a critical fertiliser containing Phosphorus which is required by the crops during early stages of root & shoot development. Farmers usually apply at the time of sowing, along with the seeds. China has been the top supplier of DAP to India, however, it has recently put restrictions on its exports, thus… Continue reading Fertiliser Sector in India – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

High value crops are mainly horticulture crops such as fruits, flowers, spices, vegetables & aromatic plants etc. The value of output and net returns of most of these horticulture crops is higher. Table of Content Key characteristics of of high value crops Examples of High Value Crops Significance of high value crops Challenges to high… Continue reading High Value Crops – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

Table of Content Introduction Current status of India’s Energy Sector Significance of energy security Challenges to India’s energy security India’s Plan for Energy Security Various Government Initiatives for ensuring Energy Security Way forward Introduction: Energy security refers to the uninterrupted availability of energy sources at an affordable price. It involves ensuring a reliable supply of… Continue reading Energy Security – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

Aviation Sector in India has experienced significant growth in recent years. India has become the third-largest domestic aviation market in the world. According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), by the year 2030, India is expected to overtake China and the United States as the world’s largest air passenger market. However, the aviation sector… Continue reading Aviation Sector in India – Opportunities & Challenges – Explained Pointwise