The “Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana” (RKVY) is one government effort that concentrates on the development of integrated farming systems in India. The Department of Agriculture, Cooperation & Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India, is responsible for implementing the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana, a centrally supported program.
The Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana’s primary attributes and goals with regard to integrated farming systems are as follows:
Integrated Farming Models: The program encourages the creation and presentation of farming models that integrate multiple agricultural pursuits. On their farms, it promotes farmers to use integrated systems that combine crop production, livestock husbandry, aquaculture, poultry farming, and other related pursuits.
Technical and Financial Support: To encourage farmers to adopt integrated agricultural methods, the RKVY offers both technical and financial support. Inputs, infrastructure, and equipment required for putting integrated farming concepts into practice are provided, along with support for capacity building, training programs, exposure trips, demonstrations, and other related activities.
Sustainable Agriculture Practices: Through integrated farming systems, the program promotes sustainable agriculture practices. By utilizing synergies between various agricultural system components, it places an emphasis on the use of organic farming practices, resource conservation, effective nutrient management, pest and disease control measures, and the decrease of chemical inputs.
The RKVY places a strong emphasis on improving farmers’ livelihoods and diversifying their sources of revenue through integrated farming systems. Farmers can increase their total farm profitability and resilience by combining different agricultural activities to create numerous income streams, lower production risks, and cut production costs.
