ICAR-SBI, Coimbatore, teams up with KVK-Palakkad to initiate Attapadi farmers into reviving sugarcane crop
The ICAR-Sugarcane Breeding Institute and KVK-Palakkad are partnering to help tribal farmers in Attapadi revive sugarcane cultivation. The initiative includes providing technical support, seeds, and the establishment of a local jaggery production unit to improve economic viability.
Why it matters
This project promotes sustainable agricultural development and economic empowerment for tribal communities through crop diversification and value-added processing.
Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) - Sugarcane Breeding Institute, Coimbatore, and Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Palakkad, have taken a joint initiative to motivate tribal people in Attapadi block to revive sugarcane crop in the organically-rich soil.
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