Need to boost crop productivity, make farming profitable for growth: Tomar

Agriculture Minister Narendra Tomar on Thursday stressed on increasing farm productivity and crop production as well as making farming activities profitable for the overall growth of the sector.

He also said there is a need for balanced use of agro-chemicals and fertilisers by creating awareness.

Addressing an event 'India Chem 2022', Tomar said the government has undertaken various reforms in the agro-chemical industry and the process would continue in consultation with the stakeholders, including private manufacturing players.

He assured them that the government will make efforts to address the challenges faced by the industry.

Tomar emphasised on the need for coordinated and comprehensive efforts across various ministries and sectors to realise the true potential of India.

The two-day event was organised by FICCI along with the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers.

According to a FICCI statement, Bhagwanth Khuba, Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizers, said Indian ..