Green Quote by M. S. Swaminathan
“Green Revolution technologies are scale-neutral but not resource-neutral. Inputs are needed for output; therefore market-purchased inputs become important in providing soil and plant healthcare for higher yields.”
About This Quote
Source Report: “Green Revolution Review”, 2005
Green Revolution needs inputs; market‑bought inputs affect soil and plant health for higher yields.
In simple terms: Green Revolution needs inputs.
Key Takeaway
Manage inputs for sustainable yields.
Themes
agriculture
environment
economics
Mood
analytical
concerned
Type
technical
policy‑oriented
When to use this quote
- farming practices
- policy making
- market analysis
- soil health
Key Concepts
resource neutrality
input‑output balance
Questions to Reflect On
- How can farms reduce input dependence?
- What policies support sustainable input use?
A Different Perspective
Resource neutrality is hard to achieve; dependence on markets can be risky.
