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VOL. 9, ISSUE 4 (2023)
Importance of integrated farming system (IFS) for sustainable agricultural development
Authors
Tanusree Chaudhuri
Abstract
Agricultural is the
backbone of the rural economy in India, moreover it is mainly labour oriented.
In the rural economy, small and marginal land holdings together constituted
around 86% of the total land holdings but possessed around 47% of the total
operational land. (Agricultural Census-India). The farmers specifically small
landholders are unable to get their bare minimum profits because they pay a
good amount, for non-physical inputs like seeds, fertilizers, pesticides,
labour, energy, etc. Furthermore, the vagaries of monsoon have a negative impact
on crop cultivation. Hence, for the betterment of the economic condition of
these farmers as well as to maintain the sustainability of agricultural
development; IFS can be a better choice for the farmers. In an integrated
farming system, farmers are not required to depend only on crop cultivation, it
can be integrated with livestock, fish, poultry etc. Hence, an integrated
farming system (IFS) in India, is a viable option. The main advantage of an
integrated farming system is the same land can be used for crop cultivation as
well as for fish, poultry, and livestock, and waste from one component can be
used as input for other activities. These will help to reduce the cost of
non-physical inputs; additional income is possible and employment can be generated
throughout the year. This paper explained the importance and significant
features of IFS and its impacts on farm income, soil, and the environment. A
descriptive research methodology was applied to complete the research paper. A
review of the literature helps to understand that IFS can lead to increase farm
income, soil quality, and environmental sustainability.
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Pages:80-82
How to cite this article:
Tanusree Chaudhuri "Importance of integrated farming system (IFS) for sustainable agricultural development". International Journal of Commerce and Management Research, Vol 9, Issue 4, 2023, Pages 80-82
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