Modern developments in rural India Flashcards
What new technology has been implemented? (3)
Massey Ferguson tractors have replaced older technology for nearly all tasks on Indian farms.
Many of these tractors are 40-50 years old, although, they are very reliable, simple to operate, and easy to repair.
They’re the most popular tractor in india.
Name developments made to fertilisers
With the introduction of HYV ( High Yield Variety) seeds, fertiliser use has exploded, this is because the HYV seeds e.g. “Miracle Rice” require higher levels of fertilisers than traditional crops.
Name developments made to irrigation (3)
Commercial farming has been possible since the building of the Indira Ghandhi Canal. This has made previously infertile desert land fertile and boosted the local economy dramatically.
This also allows for commercial non-foods e.g. cotton to be grown.
The canal also supplies drinking water, improving living standards and freeing up people especially children/ women from having to go on long journeys to collect water.
