Sustainable Agriculture India Project #6265

Teaching Sustainable Agriculture to Youth

by VOICE Trust

Teaching Sustainable Agriculture to Youth

Project Report | Feb 1, 2024
Early morning classes before practical sessions..!!

By Janet Preethi G | Project Leader

Morning practical sessions for Youth

Greetings to all fro VOICE Trust.

As, our project is forwarding in a great way, we made a study on the practical difficulties that today's Youth face in agriculture.

Why rural youth is necessary in agriculture?

Active involvement of rural youth in agriculture is very necessary for the

following reasons:

1)To increase the number of producers and level of productivity.

2)To facilitate food and nutritional security.

3)The efficiency of aged farmers is reducing.

4)Youth are capable of adopting new concepts, ideas, technologies that

are vital for increasing production.

5)Active participation of rural youth will reduce their unemployment

in rural areas.

6)Involvement of rural youth will reduce their migration to urban areas.

Why rural youth is disinterested in farming?

The factors influencing farm youth to move away from farming are as

follows:

1)Risk and uncertainties in farming.

2)Unremunerative nature of agriculture.

3)Non-availability of labours or high cost of labours.

4)Seeking social recognition.

5)Climate change or global warming

6) Agricultural fatigue

Role of agri-entrepreneurship

The agri-entrepreneurship plays a significant role in the development of agriculture especially through rural youth. But there is a decrease in self-employment and regular employment whereas casual labour is increasing in rural areas. Also, in this competitive era, there is less chance to increase

employment in regular jobs. The only option is to increase self-employment.In rural areas, agriculture is a major source of self-employment. For this purpose, there is a need to develop entrepreneurship among farmers. The farm must be looked upon as a commercial enterprise unit.

In 2023, 1500 Youth were trained in organic farming and many of them focus in organic farming. Few of them have started to practice organic farming and have turned into agri-preneurs today. Chitra, who got trained in organic farming and now is selling vermi compost and other organic manures. She is also, teaching school children and youth to practice organic farming. She has entered into entrepreneurship now and progressing well. Thank you inspiring more number of Youth and let's do it together in creating agri-preneurs. Thank you for training and inspiring 1500 Youth in Agriculture during the past year.

VOICE Trust is in need of virtual volunteers. If interested, please email to connect@voice-trust.org

Thank you all once again!!

Instructions before going to the field

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Sep 22, 2023
Are our agri trainings going on the right way?

By Janet Preethi G | Project Leader

Students attended sessions on "Youth in agri"

As per many reports, the Indian agriculture sector was among the few industries that did not suffer a hard blow during the tumultuous pandemic year.

Agriculture has always been a significant contributor to economic development worldwide, but it is especially important in developing countries where most of the population is farming.

Agricultural education and training are crucial in ensuring that farmers have the knowledge and skills they need to produce high-quality crops and livestock, protect the environment, and improve their livelihoods.

The Importance Of Agricultural Education And Training

Agricultural education and training can contribute to several key goals related to food security and economic development. For example:

Improved crop and livestock production: Farmers who receive training in best practices, such as soil and water management, integrated pest management, and animal husbandry, are more likely to produce high-quality crops and livestock that can command better prices in the market. This, in turn, can lead to increased income and food security.

Enhanced environmental sustainability: Training in sustainable agriculture practices can help farmers reduce their environmental impact by minimising the use of chemicals and promoting soil conservation. This can help preserve natural resources for future generations and mitigate the effects of climate change.

Increased innovation and entrepreneurship: Agricultural education and training can also help farmers develop new skills and ideas that can lead to developing innovative products and businesses. This can create new job opportunities and contribute to economic growth.

As we are reaching year end and we are in the process of training more than 750 students in agriculture and special trainings are given to students who have choosen agriculture courses, what are the practical ways to achieve smart and sustainable education. We encourage and invite students/youth from all the world to learn about our traditional yet modern agriculture practices.

Thank you all for your support you give until now and keep supporting..!! Together we can fight against climate change through sustainable agriculture.

VOICE Trust is looking for virtual volunteers. If anyone is interested please contact connect@voice-trust.org

Thank you all once again.

Practial sessions

Role of VOICE Trust in creating impact into agri

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May 5, 2023
It's you who are creating next gen of agripreneurs

By Janet Preethi G | Project Leader

Visit to Forest Department for exposure

Greetings to all Friends of VOICE Trust!!

By introducing children to farming, they can learn valuable lessons about where their food comes from, the benefits of eating fresh and healthy produce, and how to care for animals and the environment.

Parents can take a proactive role in teaching their children about food and farming by involving them in the process. They can take them to visit local farms, and farmer’s markets or even start their own garden at home. This will allow children to experience the process of growing and harvesting fruits and vegetables firsthand, and develop an appreciation for the hard work and care that goes into producing our food.

Priya, a 8th grade student who was trained in agriculture is contributing 12% of her family income through agriculture. Now, she is asking us to give training for her mother in Banana Value added products so that it can be a sustainable income for them.

Thank you to all supporters who are continously helping us in creating Young Agriculture Entrepreneurs since 2009 and hundreds of them have been trained and many of them are successful. Just like Priya, Ishwarya is from a daily wage family and she has set up a kitchen garden, the waste water from kitchen is used for watering plants. She has more than 20 varieties of vegetables like bitter guard, pumpkin, bottle guard and many more.

The increase of interest among children is seen to get higher day by day. And the old Children are requesting for seeds or saplings. As we have one month for environment day more special programs are being planned. We will continue to give awareness, training, exposures about agriculture, strong results may not be visible today but for sure in future this activity will create a high impact among the next generation and thank you all for being there and supporting us today!!

Additionally, we are encouraging parents to try new foods and introduce them to a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. By doing so, children can develop healthy eating habits and appreciate the different flavours and textures of different foods.

It’s important to remember that teaching children about food and farming is not just about what we eat, but also about the impact of farming on the environment and our society. By supporting local farmers and choosing to buy sustainably produced food, we can contribute to a healthier and more sustainable food system for future generations.

VOICE Trust puts one more request to you all dear friends.

Please support us in virtual volunteering, especially the technical aspects..!! If interested please email to connect@voice-trust.org, voicetrust.try@gmail.com

Awareness for School Children during Earth Day

Visit to seed centre to learn about the process

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