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Kisan Tak Conclave: Farmers are like scientists, should become part of research
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What Happened?
At the Kisan Tak Conclave, Dr. Mangi Lal Jat emphasized the need for a shift in India's agricultural focus from production to a market-driven system prioritizing health and nutrition.
Key points
- Dr. Mangi Lal Jat is the Secretary of DARE and Director General of ICAR.
- He advocates for evolving farming practices to focus on health and nutrition.
- The shift aims to enhance soil quality and value chains in agriculture.
Key insights
- The proposed shift may lead to better market alignment for farmers.
- Improving soil quality could enhance agricultural productivity.
- Focusing on nutrition may address public health issues.
Why it matters
This shift could improve the overall health and nutrition of the population.
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Source
India Today
