Project Sahyog is the result of a ground-breaking partnership between Roots Foundation and PI Industries, which aims to advance sustainable agricultural techniques. This initiative seeks to raise awareness among farmers in Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh about various agricultural methodologies, with a primary emphasis on environmental sustainability, economic empowerment, and entrepreneurial development.
Challenges in Punjab and Haryana
The agricultural landscapes of Punjab and Haryana have long been dominated by chemical farming practices, a legacy of the Green Revolution. However, this dependency on chemical-intensive agriculture has underscored the importance of judicious agrochemical usage to safeguard the environment and ensure long-term sustainability.
Objectives of Project Sahyog
Project Sahyog aims to address these challenges by advocating for responsible agrochemical use and providing farmers with the necessary tools and knowledge to adopt sustainable farming practices. Key objectives include:
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Educating farmers on the benefits of proper agrochemical application for sustainable farming.
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Developing entrepreneurship capabilities among farmers by providing equipment and knowledge sharing opportunities.
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Supplying state-of-the-art spraying equipment to enhance productivity and crop yield.
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Training farmers on the correct usage of spraying equipment and promoting behavioral change towards sustainable practices.
As part of the project, 100 entrepreneurial beneficiaries, including farmers, were selected to receive Boom Sprayers across the targeted states. Over 226 farmers have already been equipped with this machinery. Training sessions on the proper operation of Boom Sprayers, accompanied by practical demonstrations, have been conducted for all beneficiaries. Additionally, farmers have been educated on agricultural best practices, crop protection strategies, safe pesticide use, and proper disposal of chemical containers.
Tangible Benefits and Expansion
The efforts of Project Sahyog have yielded tangible benefits for farmers in Punjab and Haryana, including reduced health risks and savings in time and resources. Roots Foundation and Pi Industries, with their six years of active involvement in the region, have played a pivotal role in driving this positive change. The impact of the project has now extended to Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh, fostering collaboration between service providers and farmers and promoting sustainable agriculture practices.
By promoting responsible agrochemical use and fostering entrepreneurship among farmers, this collaborative initiative is laying the foundation for a more sustainable and resilient agricultural future.
