India Implements Comprehensive Strategy to Protect Farmers from Climate Change
• India is launching a broad initiative to shield farmers from the growing effects of climate change.
• The NICRA program assesses climate vulnerability in 651 agricultural districts, identifying those most at risk.
• District Agriculture Contingency Plans (DACPs) provide localized strategies for managing weather disruptions and promoting climate-resilient farming.
India protects farmers from climate change impacts
India is proactively implementing a comprehensive strategy to protect its farmers from the increasing impacts of climate change. This initiative, driven by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, includes climate risk assessment, the development of climate-resilient crops, efficient water management practices, capacity building, and the establishment of financial safeguards.
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