The article discusses the challenges posed by paddy monocropping in Punjab and Haryana, highlighting the significant groundwater depletion and high greenhouse gas emissions associated with this practice. It explores the economic factors, such as subsidies and profitability, that influence farmers' preference for paddy cultivation over more sustainable crops. The proposed solution suggests repurposing subsidies to incentivize farmers to transition to non-paddy crops, aiming to address environmental concerns and promote water conservation in the region. Read The Rest at :
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