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M. S. Swaminathan: Food Security: 3 key ideas
The core ideas of M. S. Swaminathan: Food Security, each in under a minute, written in our own words. Want the full depth? Get the book.
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- IDEA 1 OF 3
Science for food self-reliance
Swaminathan led the spread of high-yield wheat and rice varieties in the 1960s, helping India escape dependence on food imports.
- IDEA 2 OF 3
Evergreen revolution
He later warned that productivity gains must not cost soil, water and biodiversity.
Growth must be sustainable to last.
- IDEA 3 OF 3
Farmer at the centre
He chaired the National Commission on Farmers and argued for fair returns over production costs.
Policy should start from farmers' incomes.
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