THE INITIATIVE

• Pilot project for augmenting productivity of lead crops

THE BENEFICIARIES

• Farmers of Mahendergarh district, Haryana

THE CHALLENGE

• Low agricultural productivity
• Non-adoption of good agricultural practices such as use of certified seeds, weed control and proper fertiliser dosages
• Irregular and limited supply of potable water

THE SOLUTION

• NABARD sanctioned a pilot project to Tagore Samajik Evam Shiksha Samiti for improving soil health
• Professional consultancy services provided on scientific farming, with stress on land preparation, quality seeds and optimum fertiliser levels
• Farmers invited to various agriculture melas in Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU)

THE IMPACT

• Restoration of soil fertility
• Use of quality seeds and recommended agronomic practices became the way of farming
• Adoption of sprinkler irrigation for water use efficiency
• Farmers motivated to practise rainwater harvesting