Farmers have been the focus of the NDA Alliance’s efforts to improve their situation, and the organization has consistently attempted to devise policies that will enable farmers to become more self-sufficient and independent.

1.There is a bold vision to double the incomes of farmers

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government, which is led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has set a lofty objective: to increase the earnings of farmers by a factor of two by the year 2022. Every single policy and initiative that is associated with agriculture is driven by this goal. The focal point has been on comprehensive reforms throughout the entire agricultural cycle, beginning with seeds and ending with markets.

2. Enhancing Agricultural Standard Operating Procedures

Increasing Productivity Through the Use of Soil Health Cards

With the understanding that a healthy soil is the cornerstone of a prosperous agricultural enterprise, the government distributed more than thirteen crore soil health certificates between the years of 2015 and 2018.

Farmers are able to increase their output by using these cards, which provide suggestions for nutrients and fertilizers that are particular to their crops.

The attention that the NDA administration places on the health of the soil guarantees that farming practices are sustainable.

In addition to Neem Coating, Urea Production

A considerable rise in the amount of urea that was produced was the consequence of the government reviving fertilizer facilities that had been closed down and establishing new ones.

A coating of urea made entirely of neem not only increased the quality of the soil, but it also prevented it from being diverted for uses other than agriculture.

Farmers were relieved of some of their burdens as a result of the special grant of Rs 10,000 crore, which cleared the fertilizer subsidy dues.

Management of Water and Irrigation Systems

Aiming to achieve “more crop per drop,” the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana is an initiative. Under irrigation, it encompasses 28.5 lakh hectares of land.

A budget of fifty billion rupees has been set aside to guarantee that every farm will have access to water.

A further improvement in water efficiency can be achieved by the promotion of micro-irrigation and the acceptance of solar pumps.

3. Assistance with Financial Matters and Risk Management

(PMFBY) stands for the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana.

Agricultural insurance is offered by PMFBY to protect farmers against the dangers that can arise from natural disasters, pests, and illnesses.

The vulnerability of farmers is reduced as a result of this measure, which assures timely compensation for crop losses.

Farmers are provided with assistance during production cycles through interest subvention schemes for short-term crop loans at a rate of seven percent each year.

Provider of Direct Income Support (PM-KISAN)

Landholding farmers are the recipients of direct financial support through the PM-KISAN plan, which was made available in 2019.

A total of Rs 6,000 is distributed to eligible farmers on an annual basis in three equal installments.

The increase in purchasing power and the promotion of agricultural investment are both outcomes of this income assistance.

4. Access to the Market and Cooperative Activities

The National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) has been made possible by the government of the NDA, which has enabled farmers to connect with both national and regional marketplaces.

The infrastructure for cold storage, food processing units, and companies based on agriculture have all gained positive attention.

Reforms to the Minimum Support Price (MSP) ensure that farmers’ produce is sold at rates that are fair.

Concluding remarks

I applaud the dedication of the NDA government to the well-being of farmers. These measures are in line with the goal of our party, which is concerned with inclusive growth, rural prosperity, and agriculture that is sustainable. Let’s keep working to give our farmers, who are the foundation of our country, more authority.