SEVAI implements an Agroforestry program in certain blocks of Trichy and Karur District as a comprehensive initiative aimed at improving agricultural livelihoods, mitigating climate change, and promoting sustainable development, integrating trees, crops, and livestock to enhance productivity and environmental sustainability .
SEVAI Agro Forestry program, mostly fruit trees plantation has key objectives to
Increase Tree Cover, Expand forest and fruit trees cover to
Support Farmers, Enhance income and employment opportunities for small farmers as
Climate Resilience by Promoting climate-smart agriculture and reduce greenhouse gas emissions and
Sustainable Practices, Encourage eco-friendly farming practices and conserve natural resources by taking up
Initiatives and Schemes, Encourages tree plantation on farm lands to boost income and Sub-Mission on Agroforestry, Promotes agroforestry practices, provides quality planting material, and supports farmers,
promotes cultivation, Supports agroforestry initiatives, and promotes sustainable agriculture.
These initiatives aim to promote sustainable livelihoods, and contribute to Environmental Conservation.Planting fruit trees has comprehensive benefits as
Fruit trees provide nutritious food and income,
Trees absorb CO2, support biodiversity, and prevent erosion, Fruit trees help regulate local climates and withstand weather extremes and provide
Economic benefits, Fruit production can boost local economies and support livelihoods.
Popular fruit trees planted include coconut, mango, guava, and citrus varieties.The farmers have been selected carefully for long term trees growing, maintaining the trees with proper fencing and water facilities. The tree nursery saplings are supplied to promising farmers at cost free with technical support.This project is supported by Green India.
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