Which one of the following is the correct description of "100 Million Farmers"?
Detailed Explanation:
Correct Answer: ✅ Option 1
The 100 Million Farmers (100MF) initiative is a global platform launched by the World Economic Forum to accelerate the transition towards net-zero, nature-positive, and resilient food and water systems. It aims to support farmers in adopting sustainable agricultural practices while improving livelihoods and climate resilience.
✅ Statement I is Correct: The initiative focuses on creating net-zero (carbon), nature-positive, and water-resilient agricultural systems.
✅ Statement II is Correct: It aims to enhance farmer resilience, improve productivity, and promote regenerative agriculture practices.
❌ Option B is Incorrect: This describes organizations promoting organic animal husbandry, not the 100 Million Farmers initiative.
❌ Option C is Incorrect: This refers to a blockchain-based fertilizer trading platform, unrelated to 100 Million Farmers.
❌ Option D is Incorrect: While FPOs improve market access, the primary goal of 100 Million Farmers is sustainable agricultural transformation, not merely forming producer organizations.
Short Notes: 100 Million Farmers Initiative
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Launched by the World Economic Forum (WEF).
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Target: Support 100 million farmers by 2030.
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Promotes regenerative and climate-smart agriculture.
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Focuses on net-zero, nature-positive food systems.
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Enhances soil health, biodiversity, and water efficiency.
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Seeks to improve farmer incomes and resilience.
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Encourages public-private partnerships in agriculture.
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Contributes to global climate and sustainability goals.
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