Chandigarh, Sep 21
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday called upon farmers to adopt agricultural diversification and give priority to the production of coarse grains.
He said the government always stands firmly with farmers and is continuously taking concrete steps to make agriculture more profitable and sustainable.
Encouraging farmers to embrace new opportunities, the Chief Minister said that by adopting activities such as medicinal plant cultivation, beekeeping, mushroom production, and vegetable, flower, and fruit farming, farmers can multiply their income. He assured the government will continue to provide all possible facilities, incentives, and support to farmers in this direction.
The Chief Minister was addressing a large gathering after inaugurating the Rabi Agriculture Fair organised by Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU) in Hisar.
On this occasion, he also launched the 'Har Ghar Chhaon -- Har Ghar Phal' scheme, under which 55,000 fruit saplings will be distributed free of cost in 110 villages across 22 districts. As part of this initiative, saplings were distributed to farmers during the event.
The Chief Minister also distributed dummy cheques of up to Rs 40,000 to 50 cattle rearers under the Conservation and Development of Indigenous Cows and Murrah Development Scheme. In addition, he presented dairy establishment approval letters to 75 women entrepreneurs.
He inaugurated the Dattopant Thengadi Agricultural Entrepreneurship Centre on the university campus and also inaugurated the Kalpana Chawla Women's Hostel and Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Women's Hostel.
Highlighting the contribution of the university, the Chief Minister said the CCSHAU is a centre of pride for the entire nation, where scientists are working tirelessly on agricultural research and solutions to farmers' problems.
He emphasised that agricultural fairs serve as an important platform for dialogue between scientists and farmers, providing valuable knowledge on new technologies, crop diversification, and natural resource management. This, he said, will help farmers reduce costs and increase production. He stressed the importance of harmony between agriculture and nature, calling for collective efforts of the government, scientists, and farmers.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Free fruit saplings distribution is excellent! But what about water availability? Haryana faces water scarcity issues. Hope the government also focuses on drip irrigation support along with these schemes 💧
As an agriculture researcher, I appreciate the focus on scientific farming. CCSHAU is indeed doing great work. The entrepreneurship center will help bridge the gap between lab and field. More such initiatives needed across India!
Great to see women entrepreneurs getting support! Dairy and agriculture need more women participation. My mother started mushroom farming last year and our family income has increased by 40% ðŸ„
While the intentions are good, implementation is key. Many schemes announced but ground reality different. Farmers need assured prices and storage facilities for diversified crops. Hope this time it's different 🤞
Coarse grains like millets are the future! Healthy for people and better for soil. Government should promote millet cultivation with better MSP and create demand through awareness campaigns. #ShreeAnna
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