write 4 importance of agriculture
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Most countries have an economy that is dependent on agriculture – either in a small or big way. From employment generation to contribution to National Income, agriculture is important. In 2010, around 25 million persons were regularly engaged in agricultural work in the European Union. 58% men were working on full time in farms.
2013 saw 77% of the total men were working full time. In case of contribution towards National Income, agriculture contributes more than 50% in developing countries and normally a smaller percentage in developed countries.
Agriculture as a concept has grown as well. A decade or two back, it was associated solely with the production of basic crops. Modern agricultureincludes forestry, bee keeping, fruit cultivation, poultry, and even dairy farming. Webster’s Dictionary says, “agriculture is the art or science of production of crops and livestock on farm.”
1)Agriculture is the predominant occupation of two-third of working population for their livelihood.
2) Agriculture is the major source of income for about three-fourths of India's populations who live in villages.
3) Agriculture provides not only food but also raw materials for manufacturing industries like textiles, sugar, vegetable oil, jute and tobacco.
4) Agriculture is not only an important occupation of the people, but also way of life, culture and custom.
5)Most of the Indian customs and festivals are observed in consonance with agriculture seasons, activities and products.
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