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Agriculture Development
Agriculture and its allied activities have been the cornerstone of India’s economy. With a growing population, the need to increase agricultural production becomes paramount. However, limited land resources and decreasing landholdings pose challenges. TCSRD’s programme aims to seize the opportunity by enhancing land productivity to meet the demands of a growing population and creating sustainable farming methods. The focus is on increasing farmers’ income by boosting farm productivity, agricultural development, and optimising returns from livestock management.
The programme includes the following projects:
- Agriculture Development
- Agriculture Development through Institution Building
- Livestock Management
- Capacity building program
- Introducing new and innovative agricultural practices
- Improving land productivity
- Institution building and market linkage
Institution Building
Institution building stands as a core for improving the overall quality of life. The Tata Chemicals Society for Rural Development (TCSRD) has placed a significant emphasis on institutional development by orchestrating the establishment of five farmer producer companies.
Among these, three are situated in the Okhamandal block of the DevBhumi Dwarka District:
- Okhamandal Farmer Producer Company Ltd. (OFPCL)
- Gomti Livestock Producer Company Ltd. (GLPCL)
- Navjagruti Fisheries Producer Company Ltd. (NFPCL).
- Theba Farmer Producer Company Ltd. (TFPCL)
- Latipur Farmer Producer Company Ltd. (LFPCL)
- Fostering better market linkages
- Improving operational efficiencies
- Create sustainable farming methods
- Boosting the overall productivity
Institution Building
Institution building stands as a core for improving the overall quality of life. The Tata Chemicals Society for Rural Development (TCSRD) has placed a significant emphasis on institutional development by orchestrating the establishment of five farmer producer companies.
Among these, three are situated in the Okhamandal block of the DevBhumi Dwarka District:
- Okhamandal Farmer Producer Company Ltd. (OFPCL)
- Gomti Livestock Producer Company Ltd. (GLPCL)
- Navjagruti Fisheries Producer Company Ltd. (NFPCL).
- Theba Farmer Producer Company Ltd. (TFPCL)
- Latipur Farmer Producer Company Ltd. (LFPCL)
- Fostering better market linkages
- Improving operational efficiencies
- Create sustainable farming methods
- Boosting the overall productivity
Livestock Management
For households dependent on agriculture and related occupations, livestock is a valuable asset. It not only supplements agricultural production but also contributes to household income during non-agricultural seasons.
Recognising the significance of livestock in rural livelihoods, TCSRD has implemented interventions such as:
- Breed improvement
- Deworming
- Balanced nutrition
- Animal healthcare and
- Vaccination
Cluster Development Programme
The formation of clusters is a crucial aspect of the programme, aimed at promoting handicrafts and non-farm livelihood options. The program fosters skill development, unity and economic self-sufficiency among artisans.
Six vibrant clusters have been established in Mithapur, including:
- Bandhani
- Raxine
- Beadwork
- Jute
- Coconut Fiber
- Patchwork
- Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Raxine Cluster (Surajkaradi, Started 2008-09)
- Saptrangi Bandhani Cluster (Surajkaradi, Started 2010-11)
- Style Jute Cluster (Shaktinagar, Started 2011-12)
- Siddhivinayak Coconut Fiber Cluster (Makanpur, Started 2012-13)
- Fashion Bead Cluster (Gayatri Nagar, Started 2011-12)
- Patchwork Cluster (Arambhada, Started 2019-20)
Cluster Development Programme
The formation of clusters is a crucial aspect of the programme, aimed at promoting handicrafts and non-farm livelihood options. The program fosters skill development, unity and economic self-sufficiency among artisans.
Six vibrant clusters have been established in Mithapur, including:
- Bandhani
- Raxine
- Beadwork
- Jute
- Coconut Fiber
- Patchwork
- Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Raxine Cluster (Surajkaradi, Started 2008-09)
- Saptrangi Bandhani Cluster (Surajkaradi, Started 2010-11)
- Style Jute Cluster (Shaktinagar, Started 2011-12)
- Siddhivinayak Coconut Fiber Cluster (Makanpur, Started 2012-13)
- Fashion Bead Cluster (Gayatri Nagar, Started 2011-12)
- Patchwork Cluster (Arambhada, Started 2019-20)
