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VOL. 13, ISSUE 2 (2026)
An overview on the role of Indian traditional agriculture practice in climate change adaption
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Dr. Ezhilvani C M, Dr Priyadharshini J, Dr. K Radha
Abstract

Global agricultural systems face hitherto unheard-of hazards due to climate change, especially in temperature-sensitive areas like South Asia. India's agriculture is extremely susceptible to climate variability and catastrophic weather events since it is heavily reliant on monsoon dynamics, temperature regimes, and the availability of natural resources. However, decades of ecological adaptation and community-based experimentation have shaped India's long-standing heritage of traditional agricultural practices. Biodiversity, soil regeneration, water conservation, crop diversification, and group resource management are all prioritized in these traditional systems.

The adaptive significance of traditional Indian agricultural techniques in mitigating climate-induced vulnerabilities is critically examined in this research. The study investigates how mixed cropping, indigenous seed preservation, agroforestry, organic nutrient management, and decentralized water collection improve resilience to climate variability using agroecological theory, indigenous knowledge systems, and regional case studies. The study makes the case that combining conventional agricultural knowledge with cutting-edge climate adaption techniques can greatly improve socioeconomic stability, environmental sustainability, and food security. Building climate-resilient agriculture in India requires acknowledging ancient traditions as dynamic adaptive systems rather than as outdated techniques.

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Pages:155-158
How to cite this article:
Dr. Ezhilvani C M, Dr Priyadharshini J, Dr. K Radha "An overview on the role of Indian traditional agriculture practice in climate change adaption". International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, Vol 13, Issue 2, 2026, Pages 155-158
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