Tag: Indian Agriculture

  • Cotton Productivity Mission: Can India Revive Cotton Yield Growth?

    India’s cotton sector stands at a critical juncture. Once considered a success story of agricultural biotechnology, the sector is now facing declining productivity, stagnant yields, and increasing competition from global producers. Recognising these challenges, the Government of India has launched the Cotton Productivity Mission with the objective of improving cotton yields and strengthening farmer incomes.…

  • Rain & Fertiliser Shortfall: Can El Niño Become an Opportunity for Indian Agriculture?

    India’s agriculture sector has remained one of the strongest pillars of the economy in recent years. Good monsoon rainfall and record crop production helped the sector achieve steady growth and supported rural incomes. However, concerns are emerging again as forecasts indicate the possible return of El Niño conditions, which could weaken monsoon rainfall and affect…

  • Climate Change and India’s Food Security: The New Frontline of Governance in 2026

    Why Climate Change Has Become India’s Biggest Food Security Challenge In 2026, climate change is no longer just an environmental concern — it has become central to India’s economic stability, agricultural productivity, and national food security strategy. As India moves toward the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047, policymakers are increasingly focusing on one major…