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25.06.2012 |

Indian study shows substantial benefits for all surveyed Bt cotton farmers, none commited suicide

Bt Cotton farmers have recorded a zero suicide figure in Karnataka. [...] These findings came out as part of a nationwide study titled ‘Socio-Economic impact assessment of Bt Cotton in India’, which was launched here on Wednesday. [...] “Key findings from this study showed a positive impact of Bt Cotton on the social and economical development of farmers in Karnataka and even nationally. The field survey showed that 100 per cent of farmers surveyed in Karnataka cultivated Bt Cotton and reaped substantial benefits with its adoption,” said Ajay Jakhar, Chairman of Bharat Krishak Samaj.

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