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"The sprays are less, but the farmers are very unhappy about the size
of the bolls," said Jaipal Reddy, Chairman, Cotton Committee.


if it isn't economic they will not grow it next year. So in twelve
months time you will know whether it is worth the effort

Advocates of Bt cotton say drought conditions are also to blame for
the decreased yield. "It has definitely helped in reducing pesticide
use. But whether it has given sufficient yield or not is a different
question. Bt cotton by and large is supposed to have irrigation
facilities," said Chengal Reddy, Farmers' Activist.

the area has suffered very severe drought


Despite the unimpressive performance of Bt cotton, the Andhra Pradesh
government is still open minded about genetically modified crops,

a concept Marcus may have difficulty in understanding



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