NITI Aayog Pulses Production Strategy Report
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What Happened
Why It Matters
Background
History & Context
What Changed
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BEFORE: Seed distribution was often fragmented, resulting in low adoption of high-yielding varieties. NOW: The 'One Block-One Seed Village' model establishes localized, FPO-led seed hubs focused specifically on 111 high-potential districts that contribute 75 percent of the national output.
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BEFORE: Pulse cultivation was largely restricted to marginal, rainfed lands without targeted area management. NOW: A district-wise 'quadrant strategy' will drive horizontal expansion by actively utilizing rice fallow lands and intercropping, alongside vertical expansion to improve yields.
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BEFORE: Procurement and price support mechanisms predominantly favored cereals, leaving pulse farmers vulnerable to volatile markets. NOW: The strategy integrates assured procurement, with agencies like NAFED and NCCF supporting farmers under multi-year price guarantee agreements.
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Practice Questions
Q1
Correct Statement(s)Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the 'Strategies and Pathways for Accelerating Growth in Pulses' report by NITI Aayog? 1. It aims to increase India's domestic pulse supply to 45.79 million tonnes by 2047. 2. The strategy focuses on expanding pulse cultivation exclusively in fully irrigated regions of Punjab and Haryana.