Transformation of resource-poor farmer of western Rajasthan to resource manager

Abstract

The focus of the article is to make the farmers of western Rajasthan aware about importance of integrated farming system (IFS) and its primary goal. The primary goals of IFS are (i) maximization of yield of each component (ii) rejuvenation/ amelioration of system’s productivity (iii) avoiding build-up of insect-pests, diseases and weed population (iv) reducing the use of chemicals. Development of sustainable livestock sector with low cost management, watershed management, use of farm ponds, bio-pesticides, bio-fertilizers, bio-gas, solar energy, compost preparation and rain water harvesting are some of the feasible options which can be incorporated in regular farming practices to improve livelihood of the farmers and make agriculture and livestock interdependent and sustainable.