Expressing concern over high import of cooking oil and pulses, he said scientists should help increase its productivity for reducing the country's import dependence.

"We have to prove two points. One is our farmers are capable to feed the whole country and world, and second agriculture is capable of filling the pockets of our farmers," Modi said while addressing the 86th foundation day of Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)

The Prime Minister was of the view that if enough income is not generated for farmers it could be challenging to achieve the targets in the sector.


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