Question

Q9) What is meant by ‘ Agricultural Diversification ‘ ? Why is agricultural

diversification essential for rural development in India ? Explain the role of non

farm employment in rural economic development .

class12 (3 marks)​

Answer 1

Answer:

In the agricultural context, diversification can be regarded as the re-allocation of some of a farm's productive resources, such as land, capital, farm equipment and labour to other products and, particularly in richer countries, to non-farming activities such as restaurants and shops. Factors leading to decisions to diversify are many, but include: reducing risk, responding to changing consumer demands or changing government policy, responding to external shocks and, more recently, as a consequence of climate change.

Answer 2

The importance of diversification. ... As farm income supports fewer family members, and is impacted by volatility (for example in farm gate prices and due to extreme weather events) diversification can introduce complementary income streams that help families continue to

There are two ways to achieve diversification. The first aspect refers to changing the cropping patterns which further means a change in the proportion of areas dedicated to the cultivation of various crops. The second aspect focuses on the shift of workforce to other related activities (poultry, husbandry etc.)

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