What are the key strategies proposed by NITI Aayog to reduce 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.