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In an era where food security, environmental sustainability, and rural development are increasingly interconnected, Farming Based Livelihood System emerges as a vital resource for understanding the deep relationship between agriculture and human well-being. This comprehensive volume of 28 chapters explores how farming is far more than a source of incomeit a way of life, a cultural cornerstone, and a powerful engine for socio-economic transformation.
Drawing on the expertise of seasoned practitioners, scholars, and field experts, the book examines a wide spectrum of topics central to sustainable farming livelihoods. From traditional agricultural wisdom to modern innovations, and from climate-resilient strategies to community-based solutions, it offers readers both practical insights and analytical depth. Key focus areas include agroecology, crop diversification, organic farming, cooperative models, and the integration of technology in rural settings.
Beyond agronomic techniques, the book addresses critical social dimensionsland rights, gender equity, food sovereignty, and rural employmentemphasizing the need for inclusive and resilient farming systems. Case studies from across regions shed light on ground-level realities and success stories, encouraging replication and adaptation.
Intended for students, researchers, policymakers, and development practitioners, this book serves as an essential guide to building sustainable livelihoods through agriculture. It invites readers to reflect on the human stories behind the soil and the systemic changes needed to support those who feed the world.
Contents
1 Status of agriculture in India and different states
2 Income of farmers and rural people in India
3 Livelihood- Definition, concept and livelihood pattern in urban and rural areas
4 Different indicators to study livelihood systems
5 Agricultural livelihood systems(ALS): Meaning, approach, approaches and framework
6 Definition of farming systems and farming based livelihood systems
7 Prevalent Farming systems in India contributing to livelihood
8 Types of traditional and modern farming systems
9 Components of farming system/farming-based livelihood systems- Crops and cropping systems
10 Livestock (Dairy, Piggery, Goatry, Poultry, Duckry),
11 Horticultural crops, Agro--forestrysystems, Aquaculture
12 Duck/Poultry cum Fish, Dairy cum Fish, Piggery cum Fish
13 Small medium and large enterprises including value chains
14 Secondary enterprises as livelihood components for farmers
15 Factors affecting integration of various enterprises of farming for livelihood
16 Feasibility of different farming systems for different agro-climatic zones
17 Commercial farming-based livelihood models by the NABARD
18 Commercial farming-based livelihood models by the ICAR
19 Commercial farming-based livelihood models by State Government
20 Commercial farming-based livelihood models by the other NGOs across the country
21 Case studies on different livelihood enterprises associated with the farming.
22 Risk factors in farming-based livelihood systems
23 Success factors in farming-based livelihood systems
24 Schemes and programs by Central Government involved in promotion of farming-based livelihood opportunities
25 Schemes and programs by Public Organizations involved in promotion of farming-based livelihood opportunities
26 Schemes and programs by Private Organizations (NGOs) involved in promotion of farming-based livelihood opportunities
27 Role of farming-based livelihood enterprises in 21st Century in view of circular economy, green economy
28 Role of farming-based livelihood enterprises in 21st Century in view of climate change, digitalization and changing lifestyle
