Green revolution
- 1. Presented by: Ram Kumar Mahato
- 2. What is Green Revolution? Green Revolution refers to a series of research, development, and technology transfer initiatives Between the 1960s and 1980s Agriculture was viewed as more of a commercial sector than a subsistence one The term "Green Revolution" was first used in 1968 by former USAID director William Gaud Refers to the use of high-yield variety (HYV) seeds, which were invented by the crop pathologist Norman E. Borlaug (Father of GR).
- 3. Methods used in Green Revolution 1. Multi cropping system 2. Seeds with Superior Genetics 3. Proper irrigation system 4. HYV seeds 5. Pesticides and Fertilizers 6. Modern Machines 7. Expansion of farming areas
- 5. Effects of Green Revolution Increase in Production Capitalistic farming Rural employment Import of Food Grains Development of Industries Economic Growth Thinking of Farmers
- 6. Issues regarding Green Revolution Pollution and erosion of soil Pollution of water Unemployment among uneducated farmers Deadly disease Harmful for farmers Consumption may be adverse
- 7. Failures of green revolution
- 8. Impacts on Supply Chain Management Profiting from Being Green Optimized Supply Chain Improved Public Image
- 9. Conclusion Green Revolution has done a lot of positive things, saving the lives of millions peoples. Also exponentially increasing the yield of food crops. But environmental degradation makes the Green Revolution an overall inefficient, short-term solution to the problem of food insecurity. So, more sustainable and environmental friendly system of cultivation needs to be practiced.
Editor's Notes
- #3: Subsistence: non-monetary economy HYV: higher crop yield per area (hectare),dwarfness, improved response to fertilizers, high reliance on irrigation and fertilizers - see intensive farming, early maturation
- #9: 1.“greening” the supply chain could potentially increase profits, cut costs and help a company move ahead in a competitive economy Green Toys, for instance, does not use paint, screws, glue and metal to put their toys together. This is to ensure that they reduce waste when the products are disposed. General Motors, for example, reduced disposal costs by $12 million by establishing a reusable container program with their suppliers 2.Reduction in shipping typically means less fossil fuel is burned. By consolidating and optimizing material and packaging usage, fewer packing products are consumed. When hazardous materials are taken out of the supply chain, lower costs are associated with handling and disposing of the materials. When waste is minimized, so too are the costs associated with purchasing and disposal. 3.