Throw light on the challenges and problems of farmers and agriculture sector in Uttar Pradesh. Suggest measures for improvement. (Answer in 125 words)

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Points to Remember: Land fragmentation, inadequate irrigation, low productivity, market access issues, debt trap, climate change vulnerability.

Introduction: Uttar Pradesh, despite being a major agricultural state, faces significant challenges impacting its farmers. Low farm incomes and high indebtedness are prevalent.

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  • Land Fragmentation: Small and fragmented landholdings limit economies of scale and mechanization.
  • Irrigation: Uneven access to irrigation leads to crop failure during droughts.
  • Market Access: Lack of efficient market linkages results in low prices for farmers’ produce.
  • Debt Trap: High input costs and low yields push farmers into a cycle of debt.
  • Climate Change: Erratic rainfall and extreme weather events severely impact crop yields.

Conclusion: Addressing these challenges requires integrated solutions: promoting land consolidation, expanding irrigation infrastructure, strengthening market linkages through farmer producer organizations (FPOs), providing access to credit at affordable rates, and implementing climate-resilient farming practices. This will ensure sustainable agricultural growth and uplift the rural economy of Uttar Pradesh.

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