District Level Farmers Training Program

SWAMI VIVEKANAND SEWA TRUST

 District Level Farmers Training Program

(Sponsored by ATMA, Hingoli District, Maharashtra)

In partnership with SVST, ATMA successfully conducted a comprehensive District Level Farmers Training Program in Hingoli, benefiting 2,000 farmers across five blocks: Hingoli, Sengaon, Aundha Nagnath, and Kalamnuri.

Program Objectives

  1. Enhance farmers’ skills and knowledge in key agricultural sectors.
  2. Boost productivity and income.

Training Program Highlights

The program covered five critical areas:

  1. Dairy Farming: Modern livestock management, milking practices, and               animal health.
  2. Turmeric Processing: Post-harvest methods, drying, curing, and                           packaging.
  3. Sericulture: Harvesting and processing techniques for value-added                    products.
  4. Goat Farming: Breeding, disease management, and nutrition.

Poultry Farming: Poultry management, nutrition, vaccination, and biosecurity.

From 2011 to 2025

Activity

 Program Location/Venue No of Farmers
Taluka
Dairy Hingoli, Sengaon,  Aundha (Na), Kalamnuri 3500
Turmeric Processing 2200
Goat Farming 3000
Poultry 3000
Total 11700

 

Impact and Outcomes

By empowering farmers with knowledge and skills in these critical areas, the program aims to enhance agricultural productivity, improve livelihoods, and contribute to the overall development of the farming community. The District Level Farmers Training Program empowered 2,000 farmers, promoting sustainable agricultural practices, improving economic conditions, and enhancing the agricultural landscape of Hingoli.

Training Approach

The program’s unique blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experiences equipped farmers with practical skills to implement new techniques, leading to better outcomes in their respective sectors.

Project Highlights

Throughout the year, our organization carried out a range of development activities under this project, building on earlier successes. These initiatives further strengthened our commitment to supporting farmers and promoting sustainable agriculture in Hingoli.