Construction Quote by M. S. Swaminathan
“At least five cents in every acre should be reserved for the construction of ponds to store rainwater.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Agricultural policy recommendation, 1990s
Advocates reserving a small portion of land for rainwater ponds to support sustainability.
In simple terms: Set aside a tiny part of each acre for water storage ponds.
Key Takeaway
Allocate land for water conservation.
Themes
sustainability
environment
resource management
Mood
pragmatic
hopeful
Type
policy
environmental
When to use this quote
- farming
- urban planning
- community gardens
Key Concepts
water security
land use planning
Questions to Reflect On
- What barriers exist to creating ponds on small farms?
- How can communities fund such projects?
A Different Perspective
Implementation costs and land scarcity may limit adoption.
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