Climate change poses significant challenges to Indian agriculture, but it's also driving innovation and adaptation across the farming community. Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and extreme weather events are forcing a fundamental rethink of agricultural practices.
Farmers are increasingly adopting climate-resilient crop varieties developed by agricultural research institutions. These varieties can withstand drought, flooding, and temperature fluctuations while maintaining yield quality.
Precision agriculture technologies, including IoT sensors and satellite monitoring, are helping farmers optimize water usage and predict weather patterns. Drip irrigation and micro-sprinkler systems are becoming more widespread.
The government's climate-smart agriculture initiatives include promoting organic farming, agroforestry, and sustainable land management practices. Carbon credit programs are providing additional income streams for farmers adopting eco-friendly practices.
