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Managing such a vast
diversity across 80–85 acres
of organic farming is not easy.
Hrishikesh explains:
“Growing seeds from
different climatic regions
together is a major challenge.
The requirements of climate,
water, and minerals are different
for every seed. Agricultural
experts gave us ideas about the
right time for seed germination.
Because of our interest and
passion, and with God’s grace,
we have been able to do this
successfully.”
The tireless efforts of our
farmers have led to a remarkable
outcome: today, India has
become the largest producer GI Tags and Soaring Exports
of rice in the world. The country India’s agricultural strength
now produces more than 150 is no longer limited to quantity
million tonnes of rice annually. alone; its quality is also making
Today, India is not only meeting a strong mark on the global
the needs of its 1.4 billion people, stage. Today, the produce of our
but is also making a significant farmers is reaching international
contribution to the world’s food markets easily, even by air
basket. transport.
Recently, the famous
Nanjangud Banana, Mysuru
Betel Leaf, and Indi Lime from
Karnataka were exported to
Maldives by air. These products
are known for their distinctive
taste and exceptional quality,
which is why they have also
been awarded the honour of a
Geographical Indication (GI) Tag.
Today’s Indian farmer is
changing. He is using technology,
preserving the heritage of seeds,
and creating a place for himself
in the global market through GI
tags.
From innovation to global
exports, this journey is proof that
a new and modern energy has
now been infused into Indian
agriculture.

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