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Organic Farming

The document discusses organic farming in India, highlighting its connection to FAO's agroecological elements and government schemes promoting it. It covers the economic, social, and environmental impacts of organic farming, including yields, income, human health, and biodiversity. Additionally, it identifies areas for further research and provides stakeholder mapping.

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Organic Farming

The document discusses organic farming in India, highlighting its connection to FAO's agroecological elements and government schemes promoting it. It covers the economic, social, and environmental impacts of organic farming, including yields, income, human health, and biodiversity. Additionally, it identifies areas for further research and provides stakeholder mapping.

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ORGANIC FARMING

IN INDIA
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Organic farming’s linkages to FAO’s agroecological elements

A brief context in India


Government promoted organic farming schemes

Organic farming: acreage, geographies, and cultivation details


Figure. State-wise organic coverage (proportion to the net sown area of the state)

Source: Lok Sabha 2019; Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare 2019
Impact of organic farming

ECONOMIC IMPACT

1. Yields

Areas for further research


2. Income

Areas for further research

SOCIAL IMPACT

1. Human health
2. Gender

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS

1. Soil and nutrients

2. Water
3. Energy and emissions

4. Biodiversity

Impact evidence

Stakeholder mapping
Endnotes
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