“Though, during the start of the green revolution fertilizers and pesticides led to high yields in hybrid crops, later on it led to serious issues like development of insect resistant, resurgence and residual problems.
“Natural and non pesticidal methods for controlling pests have been in place since time immemorial. But sadly the present generation of farmers has either forgotten their efficiency or are not prepared to accept them,” says Dr. Alagesan.
The Hindu : FEATURES / SCI-TECH & AGRI : Fermented castor solution traps pests of sugarcane, groundnut
This is another example of Tradition vs Modernity (Tyranny)
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