Sustainable Rice Production in India Through Efficient Water Saving Techniques

Authors

  • S. Vijayakumar Scientist, ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research, Rajendranagar, Telangana, Hyderabad, (500 030), India
  • V. Karunakaran Assistant Professor, ICAR- Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Needamangalam, Thiruvarur, District, Tamil Nadu, (614 404), India
  • R. Gobinath Scientist, ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research, Rajendranagar, Telangana, Hyderabad, (500 030), India
  • K. Basavaraj Scientist, ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research, Rajendranagar, Telangana, Hyderabad, (500 030), India
  • B. Raghavendra Goud Scientist, ICAR - National Rice Research Institute, Cuttack, Odisha, (753 006), India
  • Naseeruddin Sha Assistant Professor, Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University, Guntur, (522 034), India
  • Vakada Manasa Scientist, ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research, Rajendranagar, Telangana, Hyderabad, (500 030), India
  • S. Aravindan Scientist, ICAR-Indian Institute of Seed Science, Regional Station, Bengaluru, (560 065), India

Keywords:

Rice, Perception, Problems, Water-smart technologies, DSR

Abstract

Decreasing irrigation water availability, declining ground-water table, emission of greenhouse gas, indiscriminate use of pesticides (insecticides & fertilizers), intensive rice-rice cropping system, declining soil fertility and other environmental problems due to practice of unsustainable rice production practices are of serious concern. Action to address these multiple issues associated with rice cultivation should be taken immediately to ensure sustainable agricultural development in the post-Industrial era. In this article, we discussed in detail the paradox of the Indian rice scenario, perceptions that are not true in rice cultivation, the various problem associated with rice production and finally proven technologies to address the multiple issues associated with rice production.

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Published

2023-07-04

Issue

Vol. 6 No. Mar, 1 (2022)

Section

Articles