Sustainable agriculture: Represents a holistic approach to food production

Sustainable agriculture represents a holistic approach to food production, integrating economic, environmental, and social considerations. It is an integrated system of plant and animal production practices having a site-specific application that will, over the long-term, satisfy human food and fiber needs. Definition and Core Principles The definition of sustainable agriculture encompasses a range of practices that prioritize environmental stewardship, social equity, and economic viability ... Sustainable agriculture refers to a holistic approach to farming and food production that aims to meet the current needs for food and fiber while ensuring the long-term viability of agricultural systems To be sustainable, agriculture must meet the needs of present and future generations, while ensuring profitability, environmental health, and social and economic equity. Sustainable food and agriculture (SFA) contributes to all four pillars of food security – availability, access, utilization and stability – and the dimensions of sustainability (environmental, social and economic). NMSA is a government initiative to enhance agricultural productivity and conserve natural resources in rainfed areas. It covers various aspects of sustainable agriculture such as water use efficiency, soil health management, integrated farming, livestock and fishery based systems.