Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan opens the Global Soil Conference 2024 in New Delhi.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan spoke at the Global Soil Conference 2024 in New Delhi, using video conferencing to share his message. The Indian Society of Soil Science (ISSS) and other groups organized this important event. Many esteemed guests, including Prof. Ramesh Chand from NITI Aayog, Dr. Trilochan Mohapatra, and Dr. Himanshu Pathak, were present. The conference theme, “Caring Soils Beyond Food Security: Climate Change Mitigation and Ecosystem Services,” highlighted the vital role of soil health.
Importance of Healthy Soil
Union Minister Chouhan spoke about India’s efforts to improve soil health, which is essential for growing food and keeping our planet healthy. He explained how taking care of soil helps fight climate change and supports nature. He called on scientists and leaders to work together to find new ways to make soil stronger and more productive. By using new technology, they can help farmers and protect the environment from problems like soil damage and loss of nutrients.
Dr. Ramesh Chand shared his thoughts on how soil management has changed over the years. He showed how new ideas have helped grow more food while protecting the environment. He warned that soil damage is a big problem, causing farmers and countries to lose money. Dr. Chand stressed the need for smart investments in keeping soil healthy and urged everyone to work together towards this goal.
Mixing Old and New Knowledge
Dr. Trilochan Mohapatra talked about how important it is to combine old farming knowledge with new technology. This mix can help fix soil problems and make farms more successful. He encouraged researchers and leaders to work together to make farming sustainable.
Dr. Himanshu Pathak shared his vision for taking care of soil. He explained the work done by ICAR to support global goals for soil health. Dr. Pathak highlighted the importance of teaching people about soil and creating policies that see soil as crucial for the planet’s future. He praised farmers and scientists for their hard work in keeping soil healthy.
Global Cooperation
Dr. Edoardo Costantini, President of the International Union of Soil Sciences, emphasized the global importance of soil. He stressed the need for countries to work together in soil research and policy-making. He praised India’s leadership and expressed hope that the conference would lead to strong global partnerships.
Dr. S.K. Chaudhari welcomed everyone to the conference, highlighting its theme and the collaborative efforts in organizing it. The event concluded with Dr. Ranjan Bhattacharyya expressing thanks to all the participants and organizers. The conference also included the release of publications and the presentation of awards, marking a successful gathering aimed at securing a sustainable future for our soil resources.
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