RASHTRIYA KRISHI VIKAS YOJANA Launched in 2007-08 (11th FYP) Enhance investment in A&A sector to achieve 4% growth rate. Approve and execute growth generating interventions and build agri-infrastructure as per priorities. ICAR Research complex for Goa standardized low cost hydroponics protocols for green fodder production. It has 11 sub schemes Bring Green Revolution to Eastern India Rice and Wheat in Non-NFSM districts Asset building for water management activities like Dugwells,Borewell etc Enhancing the production & productivity of crop Marketing support for promotion/creation of primary processing facilities including farm level storage, drying etcNational Mission for Saffron (2010-11) (100 cr) Bring economic revival in J&KNutri-Cerals (2012-13) (100 cr) Promote production of millets like Jowar, bajra, ragi etc by upgrading their processing technologies and create awareness regarding their health benefitsAccelerated Fodder Development Programme (2011-12) (100 cr) Accelerate production of fodder through intensive promotion of technologies and ensure availability throughout the year.Vegetative initiatives for urban clusters (2012-13) (200 cr) Set in motion virtuos cycle of higher production and income for farmers as well as assured and fresh vegetables supply in urban areas.Promotion of Oil Palm (2011-12) (150 cr) Bring 60000 hectares under oil palm plantation by integrating the farmers with the markets.National Mission for Protein Supplements (2011-12) (400 Cr) Promote animal based protein production through livestock development, dairy farming, piggery, goat rearing and fisheries in selected blocks.Rainfed Area Development Programme (2012-13) (250 cr) Improve the quality of life of farmers especially small and marginal farmers. Focus on Integrated Farming system (IFS) by integrating location specific cropping system with livestock, fisheries, and other livelihood support activities for enhancing productivity and minimizing risks associated with climatic variability. Harness efficiency of natural resources/assets/ commodities by supporting location-specific farming systems.Vidarbha Intensified Irrigation Development Programme (2012-13) (300 cr) Bring in more farming areas under protective irrigation in Vidarbha region.PPP for Integrated Agriculture Development (2012-13) Augmenting governmental effort in leveraging the capability of private sector in agriculture development. (Pilot Programme)Nutri Farms (Pilot Programme- 200 cr) Introducing new crop varieties that are rich in micronutrients such as iron-rich bajra, protein-rich maize and zinc-rich wheat in districts most affected by malnutrition during 2013-14.Crop Diversification in Original GR States (2013-14- 5000cr) Promote technological innovation and to encourage farmers to choose crop alternatives.

NATIONAL HORTICULTURE MISSION (2005-06) (85% centre, 15% states) Promotion of holistic growth of the horticulture sector comprising of fruits, vegetables, root & tuber crops, mushroom, spices, flowers, aromatic plants, cashew and coca. Establishment of nurseries and tissue culture units Area expansion and rejuvenation Technology promotion, dissemination, HRD Creation of Infrastructure for post-harvest management and marketing in consonance with States.NATIONAL FOOD SECURITY MISSION (2007-08) Increase the production of rice, wheat and pulses by 10,8,2 million tonnes by end of 11 FYP Via Area expansion and productivity enhancement, restoring soil fertility, employment and enhance farm level economy. Promote and extend improved technologies like seed, micro-nutrients, soil amendments, integrated pest management, farm machinery and resource conservation technologies along with capacity building of farmers. Distribution of hybrid seeds, need based plant and soil management, resources conservation techniques, efficient water tools, cropping based training and local initiatives, award for best performing districts.

NATIONAL MISSION ON BAMBOO (2006-07) Roughly same as NFMS points just replace seeds with Bamboo.NATIONAL MISSION ON OILSEEDS AND OIL PALM (ISOPOM) (2004-5) Integrated Scheme of Oilseeds, pulses, oil palm and maize (ISOPOM), it got merged with NFM in 2010. For area have look page no 91-92.NATIONAL MISSION FOR SUSTAINBLE AGRICULTURE (NMSA) It is one of the 8 missions of NAPCC Aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture through 17 deliverables focusing on 10 key dimension of Indian agriculture. It has subsumed, Rainfed Area Development programme (RADP), National mission on Micro Irrigation (NMMI), National Project on Organic Farming (NPOF), National project on Mangement of Soil Health and Fertility (NPMSH&F) and Soil and Landuse survey under this domain. Special focus on development of rainfed areas, resources conservation, water use efficiency and soil health management. Transform Indian Agriculture into a climate resilient production system through suitable adaptation and mitigation measures in domains of crop and animal husbandry. Primary focus on conservation and sustainable use of natural resources for food and livelihood security. Rainfed Area Development (RAD) Explore potential utilization of natural resources base/assets available created through watershed development and soil conservation activities. It will rely on integrated farming system for enhancing productivity and minimizing risks associated with climatic variabilities.On Farm Water Management (OFWM) Enchaining water use efficiency by promoting efficient on-farm water management technologies and equipment.Soil Health Management Promoting location as well as crop specific sustainable soil health management, including residue management, organic farming by way of creating and Programme Components.KISAN CREDIT CARD (KCC) Implemented by Commercial bank, Cooperative banks and Regional Rural Banks. Augmenting credit flow for agricultural activities. Include term credit and consumption needs.USE OF IT The National Policy for Farmers, 2007 lays emphasis on use of IT for achieving rapid development of agriculture. E-governance to make improved services accessible to farmers and other allied group/stakeholders using ICT as facilitator mediaAGRICULTURE INSURANCE Introduced Crop Insurance scheme in 1985 Central Scheme of NCIP merging 3 schemes of 11th Plan, Modified National Agricultural Insurance Scheme (MNAIS) Actual premium are charged which are subsidized for farmers. The claim liability is on the insurance company Weather based Crop Insurance (WBCIS) Protects losses caused by adverse weather conditions. Actual premiums are charged which are subsidized for farmers. Claim liability is on insurance companyCoconut Palm Insurance Scheme (CPIS) Actuarial premiums are charged which are subsidized for farmers. Claim liability on insurance company Compensate for damages to coconut palmNATIONAL AGRICULTURAL INSURANCE SCHEME (NAIS) Increase coverage of farmers, crop and risk commitment Protect the farmers against the crop losses suffered on account of natural calamities like drought, flood etc and diseases. Implemented by Agriculture Insurance Company of India Ltd. (AIC)DIRECTORATE OF MARKETING AND INSPECTION (DMI) (1935) Responsible for integrated development of marketing of A&A produce with safeguard the interests of producer-sellers as well as consumers. Promotion of Standardization and Grading of agricultural and allied produce under Agricultural Produce Act 1986 Reforms in State Agricultural Marketing laws and guides States/UTs for development and management of Agricultural produce. Implementation of MRIN, GBY, AMIGS and SAGF Marketing Extension and Training of personnel in Agriculture Marketing.STANDARDIZATION AND GRADING Fixing grade designation to indicate quality Defining quality indicated by every grade designation Specifying grade designation marks to represent particular grade designationDROUGHT MANAGEMENT Crisis Management Plan (CMP) 2014 defined roles during drought. State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) by State govt. with ratio of 3:1 (C:S) and 9:1 for special category states (8 NE, HP,J&K and Uttarkhand) Providing logistics and financial helpORGANIC METHODS AND ECO-SENSITIVE FARMING Promoting Organic farming through various schemes like National Project on Organic farming (NPOF), National Horticulture Mission (NHM), Horticulture mission for NE and Himalayan states (HMNEH), National project on management of Soil health and Fertility (NPMSHF), and RKVY. NPOF financial assistance is provided as back end subsidy through NABARD for setting up of existing bio fertilizers and pesticides production units and setting Fruits and Vegetables Wastes. NHM and HMNEH , financial assistance is provided for adopting organic farming, vermin compost units, and organic farming certification. NPMSHF, promotes use of organic manures, assistance for promoting organic farming under RKVY.Eco-Sensitive Farming, balanced use of fertilizers and various measures like NPMSHF promote soil test based, balanced and judicious use of chemical fertilizers in conjunction with organic sources of nutrients to improve soil fertility. Preparation of Geo-Referenced Soil Fertility maps including interlinking of soil fertility status with Soil test crop response (STCR) Use of customized fertilizers to promote site specific nutrient management so as to achieve maximum fertilizer use efficiency. These contan multi nutrient carrier designed to contain macro and micro nutrients and are soil and crop specific. Training for farmers on balanced use, Field demonstration with financial assistanceFARM MECHANIZATION Enhances productivity besides human drudgery and cost of cultivation, helps in utilization efficiency of other inputs, safety and comfort of agricultural workers. Improvement in quality and value addition of the produce and enables the farmers to raise a second crop or multi crop. Farm power availability and avg. food grains yield have a direct relationship. MoA providing finance for agriculture equipment , increase in farm power availability to atleast 2 KW/ha by the end of 12th FYP. Implementing single window approach, reaching small and marginal farmers.NATIONAL E-GOVERNANCE PLAN IN AGRICULTURE (NeGP-A) Use of ICT by ensuring timely access to agriculture related information. These are implemented via Govt. Offices, KVs, Kisan call centre etc. Information on crops, farm machinery, training and Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), weather advisories, information on prices, arrivals, procurement, information on irrigation etcFARMERS PORTAL Serves as One stop shop for all information on various agricultural related activities. SMS Portal for Farmers. These SMS are classified in 3 categories like information, services and advisories. It contains about schemes, market prices, weather reports etc.By- KAUSHAL KISHORE SHARMAPage 3