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Questions can be asked from recent developments in agriculture, cooperatives, irrigation, dairy development, agricultural research, and government initiatives. The NABARD Grade A ARD August 2026 Current Affairs cover important topics such as PACS computerization, crop diversification, micro-irrigation, White Revolution 2.0, and the complete reference genome of pigeon pea. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-important-nabard-grade-a-ard-august-2026-current-affairs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_important_NABARD_Grade_A_ARD_August_2026_Current_Affairs\"><\/span>What are the important NABARD Grade A ARD August 2026 Current Affairs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The August 2026 ARD Current Affairs cover important developments related to cooperative societies, sustainable agriculture, water management, dairy cooperatives, and agricultural biotechnology. These topics are directly linked with rural development and the agriculture sector. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th>Current Affair<\/th><th>Key Highlight<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>PACS Computerization<\/td><td>Improves transparency, efficiency, accounting, and service delivery<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PACS Diversification<\/td><td>Model bye-laws allow PACS to undertake 25 business activities<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Crop Diversification<\/td><td>Helps reduce groundwater stress and supports sustainable farming<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Micro-Irrigation<\/td><td>Drip and sprinkler irrigation improve water-use efficiency<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>White Revolution 2.0<\/td><td>Focuses on dairy cooperatives, infrastructure, and farmer income<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pigeon Pea Reference Genome<\/td><td>ICAR developed the first complete T2T reference genome of the Asha variety<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/nabard-grade-a-mock-test\/?ref=contac-nai-nabard-ard-mca-july-pq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt A Free NABARD Grade A Mock Test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-download-nabard-grade-a-ard-august-2026-current-affairs-practice-quiz-pdf\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Download_NABARD_Grade_A_ARD_August_2026_Current_Affairs_Practice_Quiz_PDF\"><\/span>Download NABARD Grade A ARD August 2026 Current Affairs Practice Quiz PDF<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The NABARD Grade A ARD Current Affairs August 2026 Practice Quiz PDF brings important Agriculture and Rural Development current affairs together in one place. It contains exam-oriented questions based on important developments related to PACS, crop diversification, micro-irrigation, dairy cooperatives, and agricultural research. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Particulars<\/td><td>Link<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NABARD Grade A ARD Current Affairs August 2026 Practice Quiz PDF<\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/nabard-grade-a-ard-current-affairs-practice-quiz\/?ref=contac-nai-nabard-ard-mca-aug-pq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download Free PDF<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NABARD Grade A ARD Current Affairs 2026<\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/nabard-grade-a-ard-monthly-current-affairs\/?ref=contac-nai-nabard-ard-mca-aug-pq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check Details<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-attempt-the-nabard-grade-a-ard-current-affairs-august-2026-quiz\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Attempt_the_NABARD_Grade_A_ARD_Current_Affairs_August_2026_Quiz\"><\/span>Attempt the NABARD Grade A ARD Current Affairs August 2026 Quiz<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The NABARD Grade A ARD Current Affairs August 2026 Quiz helps candidates test their understanding of recent Agriculture and Rural Development developments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!DOCTYPE html>\n<html lang=\"en\">\n<head>\n<meta charset=\"UTF-8\">\n<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/courses.oliveboard.in\/edge\/css\/login-modal-for-blog.css\">\n\n<style>\n#quiz-1-sticky-header {\n  position: sticky;\n  top: 0;\n  z-index: 100;\n  background: #1565c0;\n  color: #fff;\n  padding: 12px 20px;\n  border-radius: 10px 10px 0 0;\n  display: flex;\n  justify-content: space-between;\n  align-items: center;\n  font-size: 16px;\n  font-weight: bold;\n  box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.2);\n  margin: -20px -20px 20px -20px;\n}\n\n#quiz-1-score-badge {\n  background: rgba(255,255,255,0.2);\n  padding: 4px 12px;\n  border-radius: 20px;\n  font-size: 15px;\n  white-space: nowrap;\n}\n#quiz-1 * { box-sizing: border-box; }\n\n#quiz-1 .quiz-container {\n  max-width: 700px;\n  margin: auto;\n  padding: 20px;\n  background: #fff;\n  border-radius: 14px;\n  box-shadow: 0 6px 16px rgba(0,0,0,0.12);\n}\n\n#quiz-1 h2 {\n  text-align: center;\n}\n\n#quiz-1 .question {\n  margin-bottom: 22px;\n}\n\n#quiz-1 .question p {\n  font-weight: bold;\n}\n\n#quiz-1 button {\n  width: 100%;\n  padding: 12px;\n  margin: 6px 0;\n  border: none;\n  border-radius: 6px;\n  background: #e0e0e0;\n  color: #000;\n  font-size: 16px;\n  cursor: pointer;\n}\n\n#quiz-1 button:hover {\n  background: #d5d5d5;\n}\n\n#quiz-1 button.correct {\n  background: #4caf50;\n  color: #000;\n}\n\n#quiz-1 button.wrong {\n  background: #f44336;\n  color: #000;\n}\n\n#quiz-1 button.locked {\n  pointer-events: none;\n}\n\n\/* SUMMARY *\/\n#quiz-1 .final-summary {\n  margin-top: 40px;\n  padding: 20px;\n  border-radius: 14px;\n  background: #fafafa;\n  border: 2px solid #4caf50;\n}\n\n#quiz-1 .final-summary h3 {\n  text-align: center;\n  margin-bottom: 20px;\n}\n\n#quiz-1 .summary-row {\n  display: grid;\n  grid-template-columns: 120px 1fr 40px;\n  gap: 10px;\n  align-items: center;\n  margin-bottom: 12px;\n  font-weight: bold;\n}\n\n#quiz-1 .summary-bar {\n  height: 14px;\n  background: #ddd;\n  border-radius: 10px;\n  overflow: hidden;\n}\n\n#quiz-1 .bar-fill {\n  height: 100%;\n  width: 0%;\n}\n\n#quiz-1 .bar-attempted { background: #2196f3; }\n#quiz-1 .bar-correct { background: #4caf50; }\n#quiz-1 .bar-wrong { background: #f44336; }\n#quiz-1 .bar-unattempted { background: #9e9e9e; width: 100%; }\n\n#quiz-1 .final-score {\n  text-align: center;\n  font-size: 22px;\n  margin-top: 20px;\n}\n\n#quiz-1 .score-value {\n  font-size: 30px;\n  margin-left: 8px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<\/head>\n\n<body>\n<div id=\"quiz-1\">\n  <div class=\"quiz-container\">\n<div id=\"quiz-1-sticky-header\">\n  <span> NABARD Grade A ARD August 2026 Current Affairs Quiz <\/span>\n  <span id=\"quiz-1-score-badge\">Score: <strong id=\"quiz-1-score-value\">0.00<\/strong><\/span>\n<\/div>\n\n    <!-- QUESTIONS -->\n\n<div class=\"question\" data-answered=\"false\">\n  <p>1. What is the primary definition of a cooperative society as described in the material?<\/p>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">A private company floated by shareholders for profit<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">An NGO funded entirely by international donors<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"true\">A group of people with the same aim and motive working together collaboratively<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">A government banking institution set up to provide loans<\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"question\" data-answered=\"false\">\n  <p>2. At which level do Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) operate in India&#8217;s short-term credit structure?<\/p>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">District level<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"true\">Grassroots\/village level<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">State level<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">National level<\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"question\" data-answered=\"false\">\n  <p>3. What is the correct three-tier hierarchy of the short-term agricultural credit structure in India?<\/p>\n  <button data-correct=\"true\">State Cooperative Bank \u2192 District Central Cooperative Bank (DCCB) \u2192 PACS<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">DCCB \u2192 PACS \u2192 NABARD<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">RBI \u2192 State Bank \u2192 DCCB<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">NABARD \u2192 RBI \u2192 PACS<\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"question\" data-answered=\"false\">\n  <p>4. PACS are best described as:<\/p>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">Fully government-owned banking institutions<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">Private commercial banks regulated by RBI<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">Foreign-funded microfinance institutions<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"true\">Member-owned cooperative institutions, not government-owned banks<\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"question\" data-answered=\"false\">\n  <p>5. Which institution funds the District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs) when PACS face a shortage of loanable funds?<\/p>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">Ministry of Finance<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">NABARD directly<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"true\">State\/Central Cooperative Banks<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">RBI directly<\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"question\" data-answered=\"false\">\n  <p>6. Which organization provides funding for infrastructure development, business diversification, value chain development, and capacity building for cooperatives?<\/p>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">NABARD<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"true\">National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC)<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">SIDBI<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">Reserve Bank of India<\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"question\" data-answered=\"false\">\n  <p>7. In which year was the PACS Computerization Initiative launched?<\/p>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">2019<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">2024<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"true\">2022<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">2020<\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"question\" data-answered=\"false\">\n  <p>8. What is the primary objective of the PACS Computerization Initiative?<\/p>\n  <button data-correct=\"true\">To improve transparency, efficiency, accounting, and service delivery<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">To eliminate short-term credit facilities<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">To merge PACS with commercial banks<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">To privatize PACS operations<\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"question\" data-answered=\"false\">\n  <p>9. Under the model bylaws, how many distinct business activities can PACS now undertake beyond traditional credit?<\/p>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">up to 15<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">more than 30<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">more than 10<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"true\">more than 25<\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"question\" data-answered=\"false\">\n  <p>10. Which of the following centers has been established under PACS diversification to serve rural communities?<\/p>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">Atal Tinkering Labs<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"true\">PM Kisan Samriddhi Kendras<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">Krishi Vigyan Kendras<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">Van Dhan Vikas Kendras<\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"question\" data-answered=\"false\">\n  <p>11. What percentage of Indian farmers are classified as small and marginal farmers, as mentioned in the lecture?<\/p>\n  <button data-correct=\"true\">86%<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">92%<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">65%<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">75%<\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"question\" data-answered=\"false\">\n  <p>12. What is the main purpose of the National Cooperative Database?<\/p>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">To issue Aadhaar-linked cooperative IDs<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">To track only PACS loan defaults<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"true\">To map cooperative coverage gaps, support new cooperative formation, and enable evidence-based policymaking<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">To register farmer land records<\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"question\" data-answered=\"false\">\n  <p>13. The government is establishing what is described as the world&#8217;s largest decentralized grain storage plan in which sector?<\/p>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">Private sector<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"true\">Cooperative sector<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">Corporate sector<\/button>\n  <button data-correct=\"false\">Public sector undertakings<\/button>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"question\" data-answered=\"false\">\n  <p>14. 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They form the lowest level of the short-term cooperative credit structure, which includes State Cooperative Banks, District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs), and PACS. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>PACS stands for Primary Agricultural Credit Societies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PACS work at the grassroots level in rural areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They provide credit facilities mainly to farmers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PACS are part of the short-term cooperative credit structure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Structure: State Cooperative Banks \u2192 DCCBs \u2192 PACS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Computerization was launched in 2022.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It aims to improve transparency and efficiency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It also improves accounting and monitoring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Computerization can improve the delivery of rural credit and other services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-are-pacs-diversifying-their-activities\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_are_PACS_diversifying_their_activities\"><\/span>How are PACS diversifying their activities?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>PACS were traditionally focused mainly on providing agricultural credit. However, under the model bye-laws, PACS can now undertake 25 business activities beyond traditional credit operations. This diversification can help PACS generate additional income and provide important products and services to rural communities. These activities include services related to fertilizers, seeds, fuel, ration, and other rural needs. Some important activities and initiatives linked with PACS include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fertilizer distribution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seed distribution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fuel-related services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ration-related services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PM Kisan Samriddhi Kendras<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bharat Jan Aushadhi Kendras<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Common Service Centres (CSCs)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-measures-are-being-taken-to-strengthen-the-cooperative-sector\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_measures_are_being_taken_to_strengthen_the_cooperative_sector\"><\/span>What measures are being taken to strengthen the cooperative sector?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Several measures are being taken to strengthen cooperatives and improve their contribution to rural development. The National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) provides financial assistance for infrastructure development, business diversification, value-chain development, and capacity building. The National Cooperative Database also helps identify gaps in cooperative coverage and supports evidence-based policymaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Initiative<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Key Purpose<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>NCDC<\/td><td>Financial support for infrastructure, diversification, and capacity building<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>National Cooperative Database<\/td><td>Identifies gaps and supports evidence-based policymaking<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cooperative Ranking Framework<\/td><td>Helps assess cooperative performance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Decentralized Grain Storage<\/td><td>Increases storage capacity at the grassroots level<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tribhuvan Sahkari University<\/td><td>Cooperative education, training, research, and capacity building<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-world-s-largest-decentralized-grain-storage-plan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Worlds_Largest_Decentralized_Grain_Storage_Plan\"><\/span>What is the World&#8217;s Largest Decentralized Grain Storage Plan?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The World&#8217;s Largest Decentralized Grain Storage Plan in the Cooperative Sector aims to increase grain storage capacity at the grassroots level. Better storage facilities can help farmers protect their produce from rain, spoilage, and other post-harvest losses. The plan also supports better management of agricultural produce and can strengthen rural cooperative infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-crop-diversification-and-why-is-it-important-for-water-security\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_crop_diversification_and_why_is_it_important_for_water_security\"><\/span>What is crop diversification and why is it important for water security?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Crop diversification means shifting from repeated cultivation of a limited number of crops to a wider range of crops that are better suited to local conditions. It is important in areas where the existing cropping pattern puts heavy pressure on groundwater. Crops such as rice and wheat require significant amounts of water, and their continuous cultivation can increase groundwater stress. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Area<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Important Point<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Main Problem<\/td><td>Groundwater stress<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Recommended Approach<\/td><td>Location-specific crop diversification<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Suitable Crops<\/td><td>Pulses, millets, oilseeds, horticultural crops<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Main Benefit<\/td><td>Lower pressure on groundwater<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Additional Benefit<\/td><td>Supports sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-crops-can-be-promoted-under-crop-diversification\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_crops_can_be_promoted_under_crop_diversification\"><\/span>Which crops can be promoted under crop diversification?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has recommended location-specific crop diversification based on factors such as water availability, climate, soil conditions, and market opportunities. Instead of growing highly water-intensive crops continuously, farmers can consider crops that require comparatively less water. Important alternatives include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pulses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Millets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Oilseeds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Horticultural crops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drought-resistant crops<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-micro-irrigation-and-how-does-it-save-water\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_micro-irrigation_and_how_does_it_save_water\"><\/span>What is micro-irrigation and how does it save water?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Micro-irrigation is an important method of improving water-use efficiency in agriculture. It supplies water to crops in a controlled manner and can reduce water wastage compared with conventional flood irrigation. The two major forms of micro-irrigation are drip irrigation and sprinkler irrigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>How It Works<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Drip Irrigation<\/td><td>Supplies water directly near plant roots through pipes and emitters<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sprinkler Irrigation<\/td><td>Sprays water through sprinklers in small droplets<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-atlas-of-cropping-systems-in-india\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Atlas_of_Cropping_Systems_in_India\"><\/span>What is the Atlas of Cropping Systems in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The ICAR has prepared the Atlas of Cropping Systems in India to support location-specific crop planning. It considers factors such as water availability, climatic conditions, location, and market opportunities. The objective is to identify crops that are better suited to different regions and can provide better returns while supporting sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ICAR has also prepared district-specific crop plans for 14 major crops. The analysis considers indicators such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Relative Spread Index<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relative Yield Index<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sustainable Yield Index<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Soil Climate Sustainability Index<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-icar-crop-diversification-pilot-project\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_ICAR_crop_diversification_pilot_project\"><\/span>What is the ICAR crop diversification pilot project?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ICAR has initiated a location-specific crop diversification pilot project in 47 districts. The project focuses on promoting suitable cropping patterns according to local water availability and agricultural conditions. It also links crop diversification with micro-irrigation and water conservation. The major focus areas are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Crop diversification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Micro-irrigation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water conservation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sustainable agriculture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Climate-resilient agriculture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Better use of groundwater resources<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-methods-can-help-save-water-in-rice-cultivation\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_methods_can_help_save_water_in_rice_cultivation\"><\/span>Which methods can help save water in rice cultivation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Several improved rice cultivation practices can help reduce water use. These methods aim to improve water-use efficiency while maintaining suitable crop productivity. Important water-saving methods include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Direct Seeded Rice (DSR)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>System of Rice Intensification (SRI)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-major-initiatives-supporting-water-secure-agriculture\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_major_initiatives_supporting_water-secure_agriculture\"><\/span>What are the major initiatives supporting water-secure agriculture?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Several government schemes and agricultural initiatives are linked with water conservation, soil health, crop diversification, and sustainable agriculture. These initiatives aim to improve resource efficiency and strengthen climate-resilient farming. Some important initiatives include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Per Drop More Crop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Watershed development<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Soil health initiatives<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrated Nutrient Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Soil Test Crop Response<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Micronutrient mapping<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/nabard-grade-a-previous-year-papers\/?ref=contac-nai-nabard-ard-mca-aug-pq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt the NABARD Grade A Previous Year Papers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-white-revolution-2-0\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_White_Revolution_20\"><\/span>What is White Revolution 2.0?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>White Revolution 2.0 focuses on strengthening the dairy cooperative sector and improving the income of dairy farmers. While the First White Revolution was strongly associated with increasing milk production and improving returns to dairy farmers, White Revolution 2.0 focuses on dairy infrastructure, value addition, market access, better prices, and sustainable dairy practices. The initiative aims to establish 75,000 new dairy cooperative societies, particularly in villages and panchayats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Focus Area<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Objective<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dairy Cooperatives<\/td><td>Expand the cooperative network<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Infrastructure<\/td><td>Improve milk collection and testing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Market Access<\/td><td>Help farmers reach better markets<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Value Addition<\/td><td>Increase the value of milk and dairy products<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Farmer Income<\/td><td>Provide better and more remunerative prices<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sustainability<\/td><td>Promote better use of dairy resources<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-target-of-75-000-new-dairy-cooperative-societies\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_target_of_75000_new_dairy_cooperative_societies\"><\/span>What is the target of 75,000 new dairy cooperative societies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Under White Revolution 2.0, the government aims to establish 75,000 new dairy cooperative societies. The expansion is expected to strengthen dairy activities in villages and panchayats and provide small dairy farmers with better access to markets. The new dairy cooperative network can help:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Improve market access<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide better prices to dairy farmers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increase farmer income<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthen dairy infrastructure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promote value-added dairy products<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support women&#8217;s economic empowerment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourage sustainable dairy practices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-infrastructure-is-being-promoted-under-white-revolution-2-0\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_infrastructure_is_being_promoted_under_White_Revolution_20\"><\/span>What infrastructure is being promoted under White Revolution 2.0?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dairy infrastructure is an important part of White Revolution 2.0. Better infrastructure can improve milk collection, testing, storage, and quality management. Automated systems can also help farmers receive payment based on the quality and quantity of milk supplied. Important infrastructure includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bulk Milk Coolers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automated Milk Collection Units<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Milk Testing Equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Better milk collection facilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improved dairy processing infrastructure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-two-multi-state-cooperative-societies-are-linked-with-white-revolution-2-0\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_two_multi-state_cooperative_societies_are_linked_with_White_Revolution_20\"><\/span>Which two multi-state cooperative societies are linked with White Revolution 2.0?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Two important multi-state cooperative societies discussed under White Revolution 2.0 are Gomti Sahakari Samiti Multi-State Limited and Cooperative Input and Service Delivery Multi-State Limited. Both have different roles in strengthening the dairy cooperative ecosystem and supporting farmers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Cooperative Society<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Main Focus<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gomti Sahakari Samiti Multi-State Limited<\/td><td>Scientific manure management, biogas, organic fertilizer, and waste utilisation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cooperative Input and Service Delivery Multi-State Limited<\/td><td>Animal feed, health, breeding, and technical services<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-role-of-gomti-sahakari-samiti-multi-state-limited\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_role_of_Gomti_Sahakari_Samiti_Multi-State_Limited\"><\/span>What is the role of Gomti Sahakari Samiti Multi-State Limited?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Gomti Sahakari Samiti Multi-State Limited focuses on scientific manure management and better use of dairy waste. It promotes the conversion of cattle dung and other waste into useful products such as biogas and organic fertilizer. This approach supports waste utilisation and the circular economy. Key focus areas include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Scientific manure management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Biogas production<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organic fertilizer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Waste utilisation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Circular economy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Better use of cattle dung<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-role-of-cooperative-input-and-service-delivery-multi-state-limited\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_role_of_Cooperative_Input_and_Service_Delivery_Multi-State_Limited\"><\/span>What is the role of Cooperative Input and Service Delivery Multi-State Limited?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cooperative Input and Service Delivery Multi-State Limited aims to provide dairy farmers with affordable access to important inputs and services. These include animal feed, animal health services, breeding services, and technical support. It focuses on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Animal feed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Animal health services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breeding services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Technical services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Affordable access to dairy inputs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-t2t-reference-genome-of-pigeon-pea-developed-by-icar\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_T2T_reference_genome_of_pigeon_pea_developed_by_ICAR\"><\/span>What is the T2T reference genome of pigeon pea developed by ICAR?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has developed the first complete Telomere-to-Telomere (T2T) reference genome of pigeon pea. The reference genome is associated with the Asha variety of pigeon pea, also known as arhar or tur. 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