Integrated Ecosystem Enterprises for Livelihoods Enhancement
Desi-poultry has a good local unsaturated market with a premium price. This model evolved by WASSAN has been widely successful. The intensive farming model integrates foraging-based desi poultry (about 50 hen units) with 5 layer model of tree plantation and vegetable production in about half-acre land. Experience suggests that the entrepreneurs can earn annually about Rs.75000 to Rs.125,000 per farm with an investment of Rs.1.50 lakhs. Even elderly people can manage the farm without much labour once it is established. It is a circular-ecosystem model requiring very minimal external inputs
A3 Vanam
A3 Vanam- Aaharam , Arogyam and Adayam.. A Poly crop Model, An INTENSIVE, MULTI-LAYER POLY-CROPPING SYSTEM based on agroecological Principles of recycling for safe, diverse and nutritive food & income enhancement.
Transforming Farm Ponds into Eco Farm Ponds
The concept of transforming traditional farm ponds into Eco Farm Ponds to improve water conservation, sustainable agriculture, and rural livelihoods in tribal and rainfed areas. Implemented by WASSAN in the ASR and Manyam districts of Andhra Pradesh, the initiative promotes integrated farming through water management, fisheries, horticulture, and natural farming practices.
Guidelines For Promotion of Integrated Farming Clusters Under Day - NRLM
Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission is a flagship programme of the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, aimed at improving the social and economic conditions of rural poor women through self-help groups and livelihood promotion activities. The programme focuses on creating multiple and diversified livelihood opportunities in both farm and non-farm sectors to ensure year-round income and reduce livelihood risks.