Why Agriculture
Land degradation and unsustainable agriculture practices have led to a loss of productivity which is fueling rural poverty.In fact, agriculture productivity in India is amongst the lowest in the world.And agriculture in the rain fed parts of the country is far less productive than irrigated areas – with crop yields at a third of the national average. While farmers in irrigated areas earn 60 percent of their income from agriculture, farmers in rain fed areas earn only 20-30 per cent from farm-related activities.
Our Interventions
Shri Real Dream of Foundation enhances farm productivity and profitability; makes farming practices climate resilient and nature friendly; and works with communities to arrest land degradation. Our climate resilient agriculture approach helps farmers mitigate risks of climate change, reduce the cost of cultivation, increase productivity and enhance their adaptive capacities.
Sustainable Agriculture
Agriculture is the backbone of our economy and a major source of livelihood for rural populations. Shri Real Dream of Foundation works with farmers to upgrade their skills and equip them with organic techniques, such as System of Rice Intensification (SRI), so that they can earn a higher amount sustainably out of their lands or take up different agribusinesses. For example, the Foundation is facilitating tissue culture for Tomato, Papaiya, Chili, Brinjal cultivation and providing training for the same, empowering farmers in Chhotaudepur in their farm to market journey.
Similarly, improved cropping practices and crop diversification is enhancing the life and livelihoods of farmers. The ‘Wadi’ model of orchard growing is being adopted by farmers, where two or more crops are grown to minimize biological and marketing risks. Growing vegetables and fruits optimise the land use and generates sustained incomes for them. Farmers having Palash trees at their farms are provided training, material support and technical support for lac cultivation. Scientifically cultivated lac yields increased production, bringing in more profits at minimum expense. Further, farmers are engaged in mushroom and organic Product cultivation which is not a traditional practice, but with proper training and market linkage, it is proving to be a lucrative livelihood ventures. Additionally, organic manure production is also encouraged, which in turn aids successful organic farming.
