We need food along with water and air for our survival. We have two major food sources
1. Animals 2. Plants
Humans have been living on earth for thousands of years by hunting animals and collecting plant products. They are called hunters and gatherers. But some 12 thousand years ago, man found a way to get food without hunting and gathering. It is called agriculture. Through agriculture, we cultivate the food we eat. Along with the plant's humans domesticated animals too.Famer laid the foundation for civilization.
Because only after the production of surplus food, humans can use their leisure for other activities like science arts architecture, etc. So, a farmer is the first scientist. He invented a way of how to cultivate crops effectively.
But most people don't acknowledge the importance of farmers in society. They view farmers as illiterate, less intelligent people. You can observe this around you in your family and relatives. They don't get equal respect when compared to other professionals like engineers doctors, officers, etc.
Money is also one of the reasons for this situation.
Farming is not profitable these days in India. Every day 28 farmers are committing suicide in India.
50% of office India's workforce is employed in agriculture and allied sectors, but it contributes only 20% to GDP.
There are many reasons for this pathetic situation of farmers in India. Discuss the problems and solutions in this blog. Moreover, I will try to know new technologies informing and help farmers to increase their productivity.
If you are interested, you can read about terrace gardening, organic farming, and vertical farming in this section.
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