UP Government will Train Women as Krishi Sakhi to Promote Natural Farming

Krishi Sakhi in UP: The Uttar Pradesh government has started a new program to train women as 'Krishi Sakhi' to support natural farming in the state. This program respects the important role women play in farming. It also helps them earn money, become independent, and bring positive changes to their villages.

What is the Krishi Sakhi Scheme?

The Krishi Sakhi Scheme is a government program that chooses local women especially those in Self-Help Groups or involved in farming and trains them to help other farmers. These trained women, called 'Krishi Sakhis', teach people in villages about natural farming and how to do it. This program is running in 12 states, including Uttar Pradesh.

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What is Natural Farming?

Natural farming is a way of growing crops without using any chemicals. It uses things that are easily available on the farm, like cow dung and urine from local cows, plant waste, and natural methods to control pests. This method follows old, traditional farming practices. It avoids buying things from outside like fertilizers or pesticides. 

Natural farming helps keep the soil healthy, is better for our health, and is safer for the environment. It also helps farmers save money, lower risks, and earn more by growing different crops together and getting steady harvests.

Objectives of the Krishi Sakhi Scheme

Here are the key objectives of Krishti Sakhi in UP include: 

• Empower rural women by recognizing and formalizing their role in agriculture.

• Promote natural farming methods that are environmentally friendly and economically cheaper.

• Improve rural livelihoods by providing women with new skills and a good income.

• Support the Lakhpati Didi Program, aiming for at least Rs.1 lakh annual income per rural household.

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Selection Process for Krishi Sakhis

Women are chosen as Krishi Sakhis based on these criteria:

• Must be a local resident.

• Should be associated with a Self-Help Group (SHG) or actively engaged in agriculture.

• Must have at least primary education (literacy is compulsory)

Role and Responsibilities of Krishi Sakhi in UP

Here are the roles and responsibilities of Krishi Sakhi in UP including: 

• Spreading Awareness: Teach farmers why natural farming is good and encourage them to try it.

• Training Other Farmers: Show farmers how to make natural fertilizers, control pests, and treat seeds using simple, safe methods.

• Keeping an Eye on Farming Work: Watch over farming work in their area and tell experts (like KVKs) if farmers have problems.

• Group Farming by Women: Help form women’s groups to farm together, share tools, and grow more crops.

• Helping with Government Programs: Support the use of government farming programs, like checking soil health and promoting organic farming.

Income and Incentives of Krishi Sakhi in UP

Here are the income and incentives of Krishi Sakhi in UP including: 

• Monthly Income: Each Krishi Sakhi gets Rs.5,000 every month as a fixed payment.

• Extra Rewards: In some places, they can earn more money if they do extra or better work.

• Total Yearly Income: A trained Krishi Sakhi can earn Rs.60,000 to Rs.80,000 a year, and even more by joining other government farming programs.

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Benefits of Krishi Sakshi Scheme to Rural Communities

Here are the key benefits of Krishi Sakhi scheme to rural communities in Uttar Pradesh including: 

• Earning and Learning: Women learn useful skills and earn regular money, helping their families and villages.

• Eco-Friendly Farming: Natural farming is safe for the environment and saves money by not using expensive chemicals.

• Women as Leaders: Women become role models and leaders in their villages, encouraging others to work together.

• Better Life for Farmers: Farmers earn more by spending less and growing more, leading to a better life.