Commercialization of agriculture in Uttar Pradesh can prove to be helpful in making agriculture profitable, but can it have a negative impact on small and medium farmers?
Answer: Commercialization of agriculture is the process in which agricultural products are produced, processed and marketed through modern technologies, advanced production methods and market-oriented policies, adopting agriculture as a profitable business.
Commercialization of Agriculture: Positive Aspects
- Adoption of improved seeds, modern implements and better agricultural technologies leads to increased production and improved quality.
- Commercialization provides farmers with access to national and international markets, which leads to better prices.
- Development of ancillary industries such as agro-processing, packaging, transportation and marketing, which generates employment opportunities.
- Large-scale investment is attracted, which strengthens the agricultural sector and provides opportunities for technology upgradation.
- Commercialization leads to advancement ....
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