Introduction Agriculture has always played a central role in India’s economic development, food security, and rural livelihood. Over the years, India has witnessed multiple agricultural revolutions such as the Green Revolution (cereals), White Revolution (milk), Blue Revolution (fisheries), and others. Each of these revolutions transformed specific sectors of agriculture and contributed to the nation’s self-reliance….
Introduction Food security is a critical issue for India, a country with a population exceeding 1.4 billion, where a significant proportion lives below the poverty line. Ensuring access to affordable food for all sections of society has been a longstanding policy challenge. To address this, India established the Public Distribution System (PDS), a government-run network…
Introduction El Niño and La Niña are two significant climate phenomena that originate in the Pacific Ocean but have far-reaching effects on global weather patterns, including India’s climate and agriculture. These phenomena are part of the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) cycle, which influences monsoons, temperature fluctuations, and extreme weather events. Given that India is an…
Introduction Supply Chain Management (SCM) plays a crucial role in ensuring that goods and services move efficiently from producers to consumers. In the context of the food processing industry in India, SCM is vital for maintaining food quality, reducing wastage, improving logistics, and ensuring timely delivery. Given India’s diverse agricultural landscape and its growing food…
Food security, a fundamental right and necessity, ensures that all individuals have access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food to meet their dietary needs and preferences for an active and healthy life. Despite significant strides in policy-making and implementation, India continues to face persistent challenges in achieving food security for its vast and diverse population….