Why do Haryana's soils support agriculture?

Haryana's soils are generally deep and fertile, providing a strong foundation for agriculture across most of the state. This natural fertility is primarily due to the region's location within the Indo-Gangetic Plain, where the land is composed of river-borne alluvium.12

While the soil quality supports cultivation, the state's agricultural prosperity is also heavily dependent on human intervention. Much of the land requires irrigation to remain productive, a necessity addressed through large-scale investments in water infrastructure. These efforts were significantly bolstered during the Green Revolution in the 1960s, which introduced high-quality seeds and increased the use of fertilizers to maximize the output of crops like wheat and rice.1345

It is important to note that while these advancements have been vital for food security, they have also led to environmental challenges, including soil degradation and the depletion of groundwater reserves.45