Question

Due to the decline in the size of agricultural landholdings, what should the State focus on to attain Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and sustainability in agriculture?

• A. Increasing the size of agricultural landholdings only
• B. Promoting only traditional farming methods without regard to productivity
• C. Shifting completely away from agriculture to industry
• D. Enhancing production, productivity, and profitability in agriculture

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Enhancing production, productivity, and profitability in agriculture

• The average size of operational landholdings in Kerala has been declining, currently around 0.2 hectares, highlighting the fragmentation of agricultural lands.

• Given this decline, focusing on improving production, productivity, and profitability is essential to maintain agricultural sustainability and meet SDG goals such as no poverty, zero hunger, and economic growth