India accounts for only about 2.4% of the world’s geographical area and 4% of its water resources, but has to support about 17% of the world’s human population and 15% of the livestock. Agriculture is an important sector of the Indian economy, accounting for 14% of the nation’s GDP and about 11% of its exports. Agriculture in India is currently growing at an average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.8%. About half of the population still relies on agriculture as its principal source of income and it is a source of raw material for a large number of industries. Accelerating the growth of agriculture production is therefore necessary not only to achieve an overall GDP target of 8% and meet the rising demand for food, but also to increase incomes of those dependent on agriculture and thereby ensure inclusiveness in our society (Anonymous, 2013).