The State of Organic Farming in Indian Agriculture Sector

Abstract

The agriculture sector occupies a paramount position in the economies of developing nations. It has always remained as one of the key sectors of Indian economy. Various measures adopted since independence and especially the launching of the Green Revolution in the 1960s have improved agriculture outlooks and transformed socio-economic dimensions of life in rural areas. A chief aspect of the Green Revolution is the use of chemical fertilisers and agrochemicals. Their considerable and imbalanced use has produced many harmful effects on human life and overall environment. Therefore, calls are being made from various quarters to adopt and practise organic farming. The global trend is towards a rise in organic farming and India is also a part of it. The government, public sector agencies, private companies, leading business organisations, voluntary agencies and civil society organisations are actively promoting the use of organic farming practices in the country, but organic farming sector is facing a large number of challenges.