From The Hindu BusinessLine
Owned by The Hindu Group (Kasturi & Sons)Modi urges farmers to diversify crops, adopt natural farming and reduce chemical use
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Indian agriculture grew at over 4 percent per year in the first decade after Independence, noting that many small farmers have seen their economic situation improve. He highlighted the government’s heavy investment in farmer support, including fertiliser subsidies, solar‑powered pumps and broader use of AI and solar power. Addressing an agriculture conference, Modi urged farmers to diversify crops, adopt natural farming, cut chemical use and expand farm exports, presenting a technology‑driven, sustainable vision for the sector.
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Addressing an agriculture conference, the Prime Minister highlighted farm exports, fertiliser subsidies and agricultural growth while making a pitch for sustainable practices
