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What is Irrigation Impact on Indian Agriculture about?
The document discusses differences in land holding patterns between irrigated and semi-irrigated areas in India. It notes that agricultural holdings in India are typically small and fragmented. Irrigated areas have higher cropping intensity and are able to grow multiple crops compared to semi-irrigated and rainfed areas. Small and marginal farmers account for nearly half of the total irrigated area. Irrigation increases agricultural productivity and production but can also cause issues like waterlogging and
- Author
- Shiladitya Swarnakar
- Language
- EN