Agriculture Development Archives - S M Sehgal Foundation https://www.smsfoundation.org/ufaq-category/agriculture-development/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:29:18 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.7 Which UN Sustainable Development Goals does this programme align with? https://www.smsfoundation.org/ufaq/which-un-sustainable-development-goals-does-this-programme-align-with/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=which-un-sustainable-development-goals-does-this-programme-align-with Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:28:32 +0000 https://www.smsfoundation.org/?post_type=ufaq&p=15968 The agriculture-development work aligns with: SDG 2 – Zero Hunger (sustainable agriculture, food security) SDG 1 – No Poverty (improved rural incomes) SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation (efficient agriculture water use) SDG 5 – Gender Equality (women’s participation in agriculture) SDG 13 – Climate Action (climate-resilient farming) SDG 17 — Partnership for the … Continue reading "Which UN Sustainable Development Goals does this programme align with?"

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]]> The agriculture-development work aligns with:

  • SDG 2 – Zero Hunger (sustainable agriculture, food security)
  • SDG 1 – No Poverty (improved rural incomes)
  • SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation (efficient agriculture water use)
  • SDG 5 – Gender Equality (women’s participation in agriculture)
  • SDG 13 – Climate Action (climate-resilient farming)
  • SDG 17 — Partnership for the Goals

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]]> In which states has S M Sehgal Foundation worked on agricultural development? https://www.smsfoundation.org/ufaq/in-which-states-has-s-m-sehgal-foundation-worked-on-agricultural-development/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=in-which-states-has-s-m-sehgal-foundation-worked-on-agricultural-development Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:26:33 +0000 https://www.smsfoundation.org/?post_type=ufaq&p=15967 Our agriculture development initiatives have operated across multiple states, including: Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Punjab, and Uttarakhand. (The coverage may vary by programme and year.)

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]]> Our agriculture development initiatives have operated across multiple states, including: Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Punjab, and Uttarakhand.
(The coverage may vary by programme and year.)

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]]> What is the main aim of agricultural development? https://www.smsfoundation.org/ufaq/what-is-the-main-aim-of-agricultural-development/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-is-the-main-aim-of-agricultural-development Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:25:22 +0000 https://www.smsfoundation.org/?post_type=ufaq&p=15966 The main aim is to enable small and marginal farmers to increase productivity sustainably, improve soil and water use, reduce climate risks, decrease cost or cultivation and ensure better and more stable incomes for rural households.

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]]> The main aim is to enable small and marginal farmers to increase productivity sustainably, improve soil and water use, reduce climate risks, decrease cost or cultivation and ensure better and more stable incomes for rural households.

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]]> What are some interventions introduced by S M Sehgal Foundation for the improvement of India’s agriculture? https://www.smsfoundation.org/ufaq/how-can-young-people-in-india-get-involved-in-agricultural-development/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-can-young-people-in-india-get-involved-in-agricultural-development Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:48:03 +0000 https://www.smsfoundation.org/?post_type=ufaq&p=12923 Key agriculture-led programmes include: Climate-Smart Agriculture Soil Health Enhancement and soil-testing services Improved Irrigation Systems (solar lift irrigation, low-cost farm ponds) Water conservation through the adoption of drip, sprinkler and laser levelling Crop Diversification and Seed Improvement Integrated Pest and Nutrient Management Farmer Producer Groups/Farmer Interest Groups strengthening Agri-enterprise and value-chain support Crop-Residue Management Regenerative … Continue reading "What are some interventions introduced by S M Sehgal Foundation for the improvement of India’s agriculture?"

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]]> Key agriculture-led programmes include:

  • Climate-Smart Agriculture
  • Soil Health Enhancement and soil-testing services
  • Improved Irrigation Systems (solar lift irrigation, low-cost farm ponds)
  • Water conservation through the adoption of drip, sprinkler and laser levelling
  • Crop Diversification and Seed Improvement
  • Integrated Pest and Nutrient Management
  • Farmer Producer Groups/Farmer Interest Groups strengthening
  • Agri-enterprise and value-chain support
  • Crop-Residue Management
  • Regenerative agriculture practices

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]]> How can technology improve agriculture development in India? https://www.smsfoundation.org/ufaq/how-can-technology-improve-agriculture-development-in-india/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-can-technology-improve-agriculture-development-in-india Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:47:10 +0000 https://www.smsfoundation.org/?post_type=ufaq&p=12921 Technology is revolutionizing Indian agriculture through innovations like drones, advanced irrigation, and mobile apps for weather and market updates. Mechanization and precision farming further boost productivity by reducing labor and optimizing resource use, making farming more efficient and sustainable.

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]]> Technology is revolutionizing Indian agriculture through innovations like drones, advanced irrigation, and mobile apps for weather and market updates. Mechanization and precision farming further boost productivity by reducing labor and optimizing resource use, making farming more efficient and sustainable.

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]]> Does S M Sehgal Foundation provide farmers education on agriculture techniques? https://www.smsfoundation.org/ufaq/how-does-climate-change-affect-agriculture-development-in-india/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-does-climate-change-affect-agriculture-development-in-india Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:46:45 +0000 https://www.smsfoundation.org/?post_type=ufaq&p=12920 Yes. We conduct regular farmer-training and capacity-building sessions, field demonstrations of appropriate machine and farming practices, exposure visits, soil-testing, and capacity-building workshops. Through our agri-extension teams and community resource persons, farmers learn modern, practical, and climate-resilient farming techniques.

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]]> Yes. We conduct regular farmer-training and capacity-building sessions, field demonstrations of appropriate machine and farming practices, exposure visits, soil-testing, and capacity-building workshops. Through our agri-extension teams and community resource persons, farmers learn modern, practical, and climate-resilient farming techniques.

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]]> What are some government schemes supporting agricultural development in India? https://www.smsfoundation.org/ufaq/what-are-some-government-schemes-supporting-agricultural-development-in-india/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-are-some-government-schemes-supporting-agricultural-development-in-india Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:46:20 +0000 https://www.smsfoundation.org/?post_type=ufaq&p=12918 Key schemes include PM-KISAN, offering direct financial support, and PMFBY, which provides crop insurance. The Soil Health Card Scheme helps farmers monitor soil quality, while Kisan Credit Cards improve access to loans. These initiatives boost productivity, income, and sustainability in Indian agriculture.

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]]> Key schemes include PM-KISAN, offering direct financial support, and PMFBY, which provides crop insurance. The Soil Health Card Scheme helps farmers monitor soil quality, while Kisan Credit Cards improve access to loans. These initiatives boost productivity, income, and sustainability in Indian agriculture.

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]]> How does agriculture development impact rural India? https://www.smsfoundation.org/ufaq/how-does-agriculture-development-impact-rural-india/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-does-agriculture-development-impact-rural-india Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:45:49 +0000 https://www.smsfoundation.org/?post_type=ufaq&p=12917 Agriculture development is essential for rural India, providing jobs, enhancing infrastructure, and improving access to services like healthcare and education. Modern farming techniques and government programs help farmers increase income, reduce poverty, and enhance community quality of life, driving overall rural progress.

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]]> Agriculture development is essential for rural India, providing jobs, enhancing infrastructure, and improving access to services like healthcare and education. Modern farming techniques and government programs help farmers increase income, reduce poverty, and enhance community quality of life, driving overall rural progress.

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]]> Is S M Sehgal Foundation an organisation working to help farmers in India? https://www.smsfoundation.org/ufaq/how-has-agriculture-been-improved-in-india/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-has-agriculture-been-improved-in-india Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:43:17 +0000 https://www.smsfoundation.org/?post_type=ufaq&p=12916 Yes. Supporting small and marginal farmers is one of our core focus areas, and we work closely with rural communities to improve agriculture, water, and livelihood conditions.

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]]> Yes. Supporting small and marginal farmers is one of our core focus areas, and we work closely with rural communities to improve agriculture, water, and livelihood conditions.

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]]> What is the importance of agriculture development in India? https://www.smsfoundation.org/ufaq/what-is-the-importance-of-agriculture-development-in-india-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-is-the-importance-of-agriculture-development-in-india-2 Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:42:53 +0000 https://www.smsfoundation.org/?post_type=ufaq&p=12915 In India, agricultural development is crucial as it employs over half the population, contributes significantly to GDP, and ensures food security. It has made India more self-sufficient in food production and a major player in global agricultural trade. Despite challenges like climate change, government support continues to modernize this vital sector.

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]]> In India, agricultural development is crucial as it employs over half the population, contributes significantly to GDP, and ensures food security. It has made India more self-sufficient in food production and a major player in global agricultural trade. Despite challenges like climate change, government support continues to modernize this vital sector.

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