All About NABARD, Objectives and Schemes for Exam

About the NABARD National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) is a development finance institution in India, headquartered in Mumbai. It was established on 12 July 1982 by a special act of the Indian parliament, with an initial capital of 100 crore rupees. NABARD’s primary mandate is to promote sustainable and equitable agriculture and […]

Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund

About the Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund In India, the Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF) is a scheme launched by the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India to provide financial assistance for the development of infrastructure for the fisheries and aquaculture sector. The objective of the scheme is […]

National Horticulture Mission (NHM)

About the National Horticulture Mission The National Horticulture Mission (NHM) is a flagship program of the Government of India that was launched in 2005. The mission aims to accelerate the growth and development of horticulture in the country, including fruits, vegetables, flowers, and spices. It is implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare […]

Model Agriculture Produce and Livestock Marketing Act

About the Model Agriculture Produce and Livestock Marketing (Promotion and Facilitation) Act The Model Agriculture Produce and Livestock Marketing (Promotion and Facilitation) Act, 2017 is a model legislation that was formulated by the Government of India to promote and facilitate the marketing of agricultural produce and livestock in the country. Objectives of the Model Agriculture […]

Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA) Scheme

About the Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA) Scheme: The Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA) Scheme is a government of India initiative that aims to enhance agricultural productivity, improve the efficiency of the agricultural value chain, and increase the income of farmers. Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA) Scheme was launched during 2005-06. The scheme focuses on […]

Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM)

About Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) Scheme The Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) is an Indian government scheme that is a part of the National Mission on Agricultural Extension and Technology (NMAET). The goal of the SMAM scheme is to increase the availability of modern farm equipment to farmers and farmer groups, particularly small-scale and subsistence […]

Accelerated Fodder Development Programme (AFDP)

About the Accelerated Fodder Development Programme (AFDP) The Accelerated Fodder Development Programme (AFDP) is an initiative launched by the Government of India to increase the production of fodder in the country. ‘Accelerated Fodder Development Programme (AFDP)’ was launched in the year 2011-12 through a window of Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY). The main objectives of […]

Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS)

About Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) are farming systems that are recognized for their cultural, environmental, and socioeconomic significance. They are often characterized by a combination of traditional knowledge, biodiversity, and resilience to environmental and economic change. Objectives of Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) The objectives of […]

National Programme on Organic Production (NPOP)

About the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) The National Programme for Organic Production provides Standards for organic production, systems, criteria, and procedure for accreditation of Certification Bodies. The National Programme for Organic Production also provides an institutional mechanism for the implementation of National Standards for Organic Production (NSOP). The National Programme for Organic Production […]