India's Agriculture Minister warns that soil degradation threatens 30% of the country's farmland.

India's Agriculture Minister, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, warned that soil degradation affects 30% of India's land, threatening sustainable farming. He cited rising fertilizer consumption, imbalanced use, and poor soil management as key issues. To combat this, the government plans to distribute 220 million soil health cards and promote organic farming. Chouhan also stressed the need for new modern agriculture programs and more focused efforts amid climate change challenges.

November 19, 2024
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