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Farmers Notebook
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M. J. PRABU, Agriculture, The Hindu,
January 12, 2011
Project ‘Farmers First' aims to move beyond production and
productivity
The thought that farmers could turn innovators to solve their problems
somehow did not seem to appeal to the common man or government. In
reality a farmer's job extends beyond more than just growing and
selling.
“In fact in today's scenario agricultural innovation by farmers is the
key to addressing growing challenges as there is a growing perception
that the emerging demand of the farmers for technological and
institutional support is not adequately addressed,” says Dr. S.
Ayyapan, Director General, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR),
New Delhi and Secretary, Department of Agricultural Research (DARE).
According to the source this is the first time that ICAR has
recognised the innovative side of the farmers and feels that both
these projects are more practical and could play a definite role in
addressing the critical issues in farming.
At present ICAR institutes are working with about 1,000 farm-families
involving between two and four villages, engaging each scientist in
farm and farmer-oriented activities. The project team undertakes
numerous visits as and when required to the villages.
Those interested in knowing more can email Dr. Ayyappan at
s_ayyappans@yahoo.com
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