Re-strategizing our Agri produce exports so that we focus on exporting produce (especially horticulture and spices) that needs less water. We must not only worry about “trade gap in terms of dollars” but also more importantly “quantum of the water gap.” The big question is, what are we exporting – produce or water? What quantity of water are we exporting and importing? Is the balance of water positive? If it is negative then we are making out future more challenging and the clock is ticking. It is important to note that water is the most misused & wasted natural resource and is depleting fast. Henceforth, the future of our agriculture and food security will depend on what strategy we are adopting, henceforth.
