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\"Sustainability<\/p>\n

Source<\/strong>: The post sustainability challenges in India’s agricultural exports has been created, based on the article \u201cIndia\u2019s tea, sugar exports raise sustainability concerns at home<\/strong>\u201d published in \u201cThe Hindu<\/strong>\u201d on 14th November 2024<\/p>\n

UPSC Syllabus Topic:<\/strong> GS paper3<\/strong>-Agriculture \u2013 Marketing of agricultural produce.<\/p>\n

Context<\/strong>: The article discusses the sustainability challenges in India’s agricultural exports, focusing on tea, sugar, and millets. It highlights ecological, social, and economic issues, emphasizing the need for better practices to balance exports, resource use, and worker welfare. Sustainability challenges in India’s agricultural exports<\/strong><\/p>\n

For detailed information on Challenges facing agriculture exports from India<\/strong> read this article here<\/a><\/p>\n

What is the importance of agricultural exports in India?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  1. India\u2019s agricultural exports were valued at $53.1 billion in 2022-2023, up from $8.7 billion in 2004-2005.<\/li>\n
  2. Exports strengthen the economy by increasing revenue, foreign exchange, and transaction options.<\/li>\n
  3. The rapid growth of exports raises sustainability concerns in production, processing, and distribution.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    When is an agricultural commodity sustainable?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    1. Sustainability depends on three pillars<\/strong>: ecological, economic, and social factors.<\/li>\n
    2. Good governance and policies are necessary for sustainable systems.<\/li>\n
    3. Sustainability extends across all stages: pre-sowing, on-farm production, and post-harvest.<\/li>\n
    4. Tea and sugar illustrate these challenges well.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      What are the sustainability challenges in tea production?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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      1. Human-wildlife conflicts:<\/strong> 70% of tea plantations are near forests, leading to frequent interactions with elephants.<\/li>\n
      2. Chemical pesticide use:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n