India's Stubble Burning Fuels Pollution and Food Loss

Every winter, farmers in North India burn leftover crop stubble, which causes pollution and makes the air dirty.

This stubble could instead be used to power cold storage rooms for fruits and vegetables, reducing food waste and helping farmers earn more money.

The government has tried to encourage farmers to manage stubble better, but burning remains the easiest option.

Using stubble as fuel for cold storage can cut down on pollution, save energy, and support rural communities.

Farmers in Maharashtra have already seen benefits from this approach, showing that it can work.