Question

Modern farming methods require more inputs which are manufactured in industry. Do you agree?

Answer 1

Yes, it is true that modern farming methods require more inputs which are manufactured in industry. For example;

(i) HYV seeds, insecticides, pesticides and chemical fertilizers needed for increasing the yield per hectare are all manufactured in industries.

(ii) Farmers use farm machinery like tractors, threshers and also combined harvesters which are also manufactured in industries.

(iii) Tube well equipment and water pumps used for irrigation are also manufactured in industries.