Sustainable and Resilient Livelihood Options for Rain-Fed Areas of India

By:
FAO India,Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare
Date:
2022
Resource type:
Case studies and tools
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 This project showcases how integrated crop-livestock systems enhance livelihood resilience in India’s rainfed regions. It emphasizes diversified farming models, climate adaptation, mechanization, and capacity building, particularly among smallholders and women. The intervention improved productivity, market access, and sustainability through participatory rural appraisals, training, and policy recommendations for scale-up and replication.