Agriculture Minister R. Vinoth Establishes Organic Agriculture College and Upgrades Research Centre
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Why in news
Tamil Nadu government announced the establishment of a Diploma College for Organic Agriculture and the upgrading of a Horticultural Research Station to boost organic farming.
Background
The Nammalvar Diploma College for Organic Agriculture will be located in Sakkottai near Kumbakonam. The Horticultural Research Station at Ooty is being upgraded to an Agricultural Technology Research Centre with a total cost of ₹10 crore.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceSakkottai near Kumbakonam is located in Tamil Nadu
- FactInitial allocation of ₹5 crore for the Organic Agriculture College
- FactNammalvar Award provides a cash prize of ₹2 lakh to five organic farmers annually
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of establishing specialized organic agriculture institutions in promoting sustainable farming and rural livelihoods in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- promotion of organic farming
- technological intervention in horticulture
- rural economic empowerment
Keywords: sustainable agriculture · organic farming · horticultural research · rural development
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