Futures in Farming?
Posted by Jodha in Punjab on 05 10th, 2010 | 23 Comments
As the stupid joke once went – Sikhs’ only culture is agriculture.
While farming and agriculture has been the backbone of the political economy of Punjab, questions regarding current practices and sustainability have become more and more common. Impending water crisis, increasing cancer...
India changes agricultural subsidies to promote soil health
Posted by Reema in Environment, India, Preservation, Punjab, World News on 02 24th, 2010 | 49 Comments
This week, the Wall Street Journal highlighted India’s decision to change some of its agricultural policies, in response to its post-Green Revolution crisis. (Hat tip: Bandana)
In the 1970s, India dramatically increased food production, finally allowing this giant country to feed itself. But government...
