Mohit GuptaAIR 192 · CSE 2023 · 179 wordsTheir whole copy
Opening · a definition
FAO defines IFM as "method of multiinput multidomain agriculture based on philosophy of zero wastage (someone's waste is other input).
Body · points
IFM role in improving agri productivity
Minimizing input costs - Ex) Farm waste → Animal feed ↓ Animal waste ← Farm Fertilizer
Resource use efficiency. Ex) Circular management of grey water
Augmenting & securing farmer's income Ex) Crop failure ↔ Livestock income
Ensures better returns via complementary needs. Ex) Nutrient replacement via mixed cropping
⑤ Growing farm - FPI Linkage. Dalwai Panel: way to Doubling income
⑥ Allowing technological integration - Ex > Use of IOT, Sensor → Precision Agriculture
Role in minimizing Environmental Impact
→ (1) Waste Reduction : 1/3rd of Agri Produce is waste → 20% global emissions (FAO) → (2) Augmenting soil carbon capture - Ex > Manure mixing → Better SOC retention → (3) Shift from monoculture to crop diversification. Ex > Crop Rotation, Feed friendly crops → (4) Afforestation & green cover Ex > Agro-forestry → (5) Sustainable Farm Ecosystem.
Close · a summary
IFM ensures that agri productivity maximizes while limiting carbon footprint.
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