Key areas that need focus from the government in agricultural eco-system
India has 100 million small and marginal farmers, comprising 83 per cent of the country’s farming community and contributing 70 per cent of its food supply. Predominantly from central India, Maharashtra and other States, these farmers account for 16 per cent of the agricultural sector’s GDP. To achieve a 7-8 per cent growth rate, diverse policies and practices need to be implemented. Among the challenges and opportunities faced, only 40 per cent of the net sown area is currently irrigated.