What do you mean by agricultural development

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Agricultural development means sustained growth in farm productivity, incomes, and food security through better seeds, soils, water, markets, finance, technology, and policies.

Core Elements

Inputs: Improved seed, balanced fertilizer, soil health, mechanization.
Water: Irrigation efficiency, rainwater harvesting, watershed management.
Knowledge: Extension services, digital advisory, farmer training.
Markets: Storage, processing, logistics, price discovery, value chains.
Finance & Risk: Credit, insurance, diversification, cooperatives.
Sustainability: Climate-smart practices, integrated pest management, biodiversity.

Outcomes

Higher yields and stable output.
Better farm incomes and rural jobs.
Affordable, safe, and nutritious food supply.

Indicator

Indicator	Example Measure
Productivity	Tonnes per hectare
Profitability	Net income per farm
Resilience	Yield stability across seasons
Sustainability	Water use per kg output

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