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“Why, when India's agricultural products are among the cheapest in the world despite a low yield per hectare, are we not able to double the production and export the products abroad?” quote by Subramanian Swamy
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“Why, when India's agricultural products are among the cheapest in the world despite a low yield per hectare, are we not able to double the production and export the products abroad?”

Subramanian Swamy

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

India’s low agricultural yields limit production, preventing price‑competitive exports despite cheap costs.

In simple terms: Low yields stop India from exporting cheap crops.

Key Takeaway

Boost farm productivity.

Themes

agriculture economics policy

Mood

analytical optimistic

Type

policy economic

When to use this quote

  • rural extension services
  • investment in irrigation
  • market access strategies

Key Concepts

yield optimization trade balance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What policies can raise yields sustainably?
  • How to improve farmer access to technology?
A Different Perspective

Infrastructure and market constraints also hinder growth.

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