An Analytical Study on the Advancement of Modern Agricultural Technologies

Abstract

Agriculture holds a vital position in India’s economy. It contributes nearly one-third of the national income, ensures food security for the growing population, supplies essential raw materials to agro-based industries, accounts for a significant portion of export earnings, and provides employment to nearly 70% of the country’s workforce. Agricultural production in India is broadly categorized into food grains and non-food grains, with food grains comprising about two-thirds of the total output. Within this category, rice is the most prominent crop, followed by wheat. The evolution of agricultural practices has been a continuous process, spanning from prehistoric times through the medieval and renaissance periods to the industrial revolution, ultimately shaping the modern agricultural industry as we know it today.