THE agricultural policy of the state of Tamil Nadu has undergone a transfor- mation which will apparently ensure all round economic development and faster economic growth especially in the rural areas. The new policy was adopted by means of a resolution passed in the state assembly.

Integrating farming systems animal husbandry, fisheries and ser ture, wasteland development, soil water management, applied agricull research, horticultural development rainfed agriculture will be some of specialised features of the new po Farmers are expected to get IT support and encouragement from state.