Good news for cotton farmers: 5,000 women farmers in 9 districts to receive training.
The Maharashtra government has taken a major step to help farmers. The state government has signed an agreement with Godrej Agrovet Limited. Under this agreement, more than 5,000 women farmers will be taught new and improved farming techniques. This agreement was made under the guidance of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
Why are women farmers receiving special training?
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that farmers are the backbone of Maharashtra's economy and women play a very significant role in agriculture. Women work in the fields and also manage their families. Therefore, the government wants women farmers to become strong and self-reliant.
Which districts' women farmers will benefit?
In the first phase of this scheme, Nagpur, Amravati, Yavatmal, Washim, Parbhani, Jalgaon, Beed, Akola, and Nanded districts have been included. These districts are known for cotton cultivation. More than 5,000 women farmers and 100 self-help groups from these districts will benefit from this scheme.
What farming techniques will be taught?
Women farmers will be taught Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques. This will reduce farming costs and lead to better yields. Farmers will be able to earn more and their farming will become more sustainable.
How much land and how many people will be covered by the scheme?
Under this program, women farmers cultivating approximately 50,000 acres of land will be included. The scheme will be expanded further in the next three years. In the future, more than 500 self-help groups will be included, and training will be provided for other crops like maize, in addition to cotton.
What will be the responsibilities of Godrej and the government?
Under this agreement, the Maharashtra State Rural Livelihoods Mission (MSRLM-Umed) will connect women farmers through self-help groups and the Krishi Sakhi network. Godrej Agrovet will provide training to farmers, demonstration plots for on-field learning, farmer schools, and safety kits. Initiatives Related to the International Year of Women Farmers
This scheme has been launched at a time when the United Nations has declared 2026 as the International Year of Women Farmers. This clearly shows that the Maharashtra government is fully committed to empowering women farmers.
This partnership between the Maharashtra government and Godrej Agrovet is a new beginning for women farmers. Through this initiative, women will learn new technologies, improve their farming practices, and strengthen their families and villages. This scheme will prove beneficial for agriculture, women, and rural development—all three.
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