Darvesh Patter, a 42-year-old Haryana man with a master’s in English, left

Why in news

A Haryana farmer's transition from a corporate job to high-value horticulture highlights the success of crop diversification and government subsidies in boosting rural incomes.

Background

Darvesh Patter transitioned from a Rs 8 lakh annual job to earning Rs 35 lakh annually through citrus and guava farming on 12 acres. The initiative is supported by the Indo-Israel Training Centre and Haryana's horticultural schemes.

Facts for Prelims

• FactHaryana aims to double its horticultural area by the year 2030
• SchemeBhavantar Bharpayee Yojana: A Haryana state scheme providing price support to farmers
• SchemeMukhyamantri Bagwani Bima Yojana: A state-level insurance scheme for horticultural farmers
• BodyIndo-Israel Training Centre: Provides technical training for agricultural diversification

For Mains

Q. Discuss how crop diversification and government-led horticultural schemes can mitigate rural distress and enhance the economic viability of small and marginal landholdings in India.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Income disparity: Transition from low-yield traditional crops to high-value horticulture as a poverty alleviation tool
• Institutional support: Role of technical training centers in bridging the knowledge gap for rural farmers
• Risk mitigation: Importance of state-backed insurance schemes in protecting farmers against climate-induced crop failures

Keywords: Crop Diversification · Horticultural Development · Rural Income Enhancement · Price Support · Agricultural Subsidies

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