What are the key strategies proposed by NITI Aayog to reduce import dependency in edible oil
NITI Aayog recommends enhancing oil seed production while simultaneously lowering consumption to tackle import dependency in edible oil.
NITI Aayog has proposed several key strategies to reduce import dependency in edible oil:
- Enhancing oil seed production through increased area under cultivation and improved farming practices.
- Promoting the cultivation of high-yield oil seed varieties to boost domestic production.
- Providing farmers with access to advanced technology and agricultural inputs to improve productivity.
- Encouraging crop diversification and intercropping to optimize land use and increase oil seed output.
- Investing in research and development to develop new varieties of oil seeds that are suitable for Indian agro-climatic conditions.
- Promoting efficient storage and distribution systems to prevent wastage and ensure adequate supply of oil seeds.
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