Denying a child even at birth an opportunity for the full expression of its innate genetic potential for physical and mental development is the cruellest form of inequity.
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After the Green Revolution, I came up with the concept of the Evergreen Revolution. In this we will see increase in farm productivity but without ecological harm.
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What this quote means
The Evergreen Revolution advocates for sustainable agricultural practices that increase productivity without harming the environment.
M. S. Swaminathan emphasizes the need for an agricultural revolution that not only boosts farm productivity but also preserves ecological balance. The concept of the Evergreen Revolution seeks to merge the goals of enhancing food production with sustainable practices, ensuring that future generations can thrive without depleting natural resources.
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SustainabilityAgricultureEcologyProductivityEnvironment
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During a sustainability conference, one might say, 'As M. S. Swaminathan asserted, the Evergreen Revolution is vital for the future of farming.',
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There are two major challenges before Indian agriculture today: ecological and economical. The conservation of our basic agricultural assets such as land, water, and biodiversity is a major challenge. How to make agriculture sustainable is the challenge.
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Farming is the riskiest profession in the world since the fate of the crop is closely linked to the behaviour of the monsoon.
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Without the wholehearted involvement of farmers, particularly of young as well as women farmers, it will be impossible to implement a Food Entitlements Act in an era of increasing price volatility in the international market.
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Agriculture is the backbone of the livelihood security system of nearly 700 million people in the country and we need to build our food security on the foundation of home grown food.
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