Vol. 10, Special Issue 6 (2021)

Author(s):
Dr. SV Pathak, Dr. PU Shahare, Er. AS Ghadge and Er. AS Waghmode

Abstract:
The objective of this research is to study the Challenges of Sustainable Agriculture in India. The role of agricultural sector in Indian economy can be seen through its contribution to gross domestic product and employment. Agriculture sector also contributes significantly to sustainable economic development of the country. The sustainable agriculture development of any country depends upon the judicious mix of their available natural resources. In spite of fast growth in various sectors, agriculture remains the backbone of the Indian economy. Agriculture has changed dramatically, food and fibre productivity raised due to new technologies, mechanization, increased chemical use, specialization and government policies that favoured maximizing production. Sustainable agriculture is a subject of great interest and lively debate in many parts of the world. Most agriculturalists agree that the concept of sustainable agriculture is of paramount importance to the sustainability of our Biosphere and its ever increasing human population.