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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Varanasi: IIVR's vegetable-based farming model boosts farmers' income
VARANASI: The vegetable-based Integrated Farming System (IFS) model developed by the ICAR-Indian Institute of Vegetable Research (IIVR), Varanasi, and supported by UPCAR, Lucknow, is proving beneficial for farmers. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The model is being implemented under the guidance of Director, , and Head of Division, Nagendra Rai, successfully. To review the model, , Director General of the Uttar Pradesh Council of Agricultural Research (UPCAR), Lucknow, along with Parmender Singh, Deputy Director General, visited the institute on Thursday and appreciated the progress of the project. Sanjay Singh said that this integrated farming system is capable of strengthening the livelihood of small and marginal farmers. The system developed by the institute integrates diverse components such as aquatic vegetable production like water chestnut, lotus, water spinach, vegetable seed production, livestock rearing, poultry farming, vermicomposting units, and beekeeping, thereby creating multiple sources of income. The principal investigator of the project and Principal Scientist, Rakesh K Dubey, said that under this vegetable-based integrated farming system, farmers are able to generate an annual income of up to ₹6.5 for every ₹1 invested per acre. In addition to this, the model also ensures nutritional security, better utilisation of resources, and water conservation. Selected farmers under the project will also receive technical guidance and training. By adopting this model, farmers can significantly improve their economic condition. The Director General of UPCAR suggested that this model should be replicated in other districts of the state, and cluster-based training programmes should be organised to reach a larger number of farmers. He expressed satisfaction with the project's performance, congratulated the team, and termed it a strong step toward self-reliance in agriculture.
Hans India
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
UPCAR Celebrates 36th Foundation Day with Seminar on Agricultural Future of Uttar Pradesh
Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Agricultural Research Council (UPCAR) commemorated its 36th Foundation Day today at the Indian Sugarcane Research Institute, Lucknow, with a dual celebration: the 'Agricultural Scientist Appreciation Ceremony' and a national seminar titled 'Agriculture–Developed Uttar Pradesh @ 2047.' The event was graced by the presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, along with senior ministers and eminent agricultural scientists. The program aimed to promote agricultural innovation and transform Uttar Pradesh into a developed agricultural state by 2047. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the event as the chief guest, and Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi presided over the ceremony. Captain Vikas Gupta, Secretary and President of UPCAR, delivered the welcome address following the ceremonial lamp lighting. In his keynote speech, Surya Pratap Shahi emphasized the pivotal role agriculture plays in driving state development and economic progress. During the appreciation ceremony, Chief Minister Adityanath conferred the Upkar and Upas awards upon distinguished agricultural scientists and researchers for their exemplary contributions to the sector. A special publication related to agricultural progress was also released. A technical session followed, chaired by Ravinder, Principal Secretary, Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh. Co-chaired by Dr. A.K. Singh, Vice-Chancellor, CSAUAT, Kanpur, and convened by Dr. Parmendra Singh, DDG, Upkar, it facilitated expert-led discussions on sustainable models and futuristic approaches to farming. Prominent presentations during the event include: Dr. A.K. Singh, (RLBKAU, Jhansi): "Prospects for Agricultural Growth in Bundelkhand."; Dr. D.K. Singh (GBPUAT, Pantnagar): "Natural Farming and Its Socioeconomic Benefits.": Dr. P.L. Saroj (CISH, Lucknow): "Horticulture for Health and Prosperity."; Dr. Rajeev Kumar (IARI, New Delhi): "Integrated Farming System (IFS) for Sustainability."; Dr. Shushant Srivastava (NDUAT, Ayodhya): "The Role of Livestock in Agricultural Development."; Dr. H.N. Singh (GBPUAT): "Analysis of Uttar Pradesh's Current Agricultural Landscape," and P.S. Ojha: "The Role of Farmers' Producer Organizations (FPOs) in Agricultural Commercialization." The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Parmendra Singh, marking a renewed commitment to agricultural advancement in Uttar Pradesh.
Hans India
12-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
HCC hosts crop diversification training programme
Lambasingi: A training programme on crop diversification was conducted at the Horticulture Collection Centre (HCC), Lambasingi, for farmers and officers of Alluri Sitharama Raju District. Organised under the mandatory capacity building initiative of the pilot project on Crop Diversification, funded by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare through AICRP on Integrated Farming System, the event aimed to promote sustainable agriculture. Dr B Sahadeva Reddy, Principal Investigator explained the importance of shifting from monoculture to integrated farming systems for better resilience, soil health, and income. K Bala Karna, Horticulture Officer, Chinthapalli, emphasized cultivating alternative crops like floriculture, avocado, litchi, rambutan, medicinal plants, rajmash, and niger to curb Ganja cultivation. Dr. K Tejeswara Rao, Co-PI, spoke on value addition in farming. K Jahnavi, ADA, proposed the vote of thanks. Sixty-five Food Producer Organisation farmers attended. Farming expert, Mater trainer T Siva Kesava Rao discussed the role of medicinal plants in traditional healthcare.
