Friday, March 7, 2014

India & The Presence Of Organic Farming

By Rob Sutter


I believe that there is much to be said about organic farming in this day and age. After all, the crops in question are in such high demand and the presence of fresh food is something that has been able to be seen all around the world. After reading a recent article, it has dawned on me that India is slowly but surely starting to see this level of farming come about to a great extent as well. I was not too sure about the details but the report, to say the least, intrigued me.

There was an article on the Economic Times that went into detail about the rise of organic farming. It isn't hard to see why this level of growth has come about, especially since consumers are looking for far better fruits and vegetables to invest money into. India, in particular, has seemingly become far more health-conscious these days and the prevalence of a number of crops went to show this. It's a great development that more than has the support of networks such as Colle Farmers Market.

I was surprised to see just how much higher the price was of these crops that farmers were able to get their hands on. The article said that farmers have been able to attain 118% higher price for their leafy vegetables alone. Compare this to the 53% for selling grain and you will start to see that there is much more of a focus on selling produce and rightfully so. There is so much to consider in the way of growth and how consumers and farmers have been able to benefit.

In fact, the relationship between the grower and the consumer is easily one of the most organic that you can imagine, ironically enough. Keep in mind that farmers, typically, have to make their business on a local basis, meaning that they have to appeal to those who live nearby. In return, consumers are able to do business with growers, making absolutely certain that they are paid for their efforts. Giving business to a smaller establishment holds a bevy of incentives that work to help both parties.

It seems as though organic farming efforts have been able to help India in a number of ways. It is easily one of the most economic methods that have been put in place but it is very important from a health standpoint as well. Various areas of the world have become more aware of the crops that they are able to present to the masses and it goes without saying that India has recognized this need as well. Make sure that you keep this in mind as you invest, too.




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