Krishi Sakhi is a dimension of the government's program to create 3 crore 'Lakhpati Didi'. Krishi Sakhi Convergence Program (KSCP) aims to drive change in rural India through empowerment of women by further enhancing their skills by providing training and certification to Krishi Sakhis as para-extension workers. This certification course is in line with the objectives of the 'Lakhpati Didi' programme.
Krishi Sakhis are selected as agricultural para-extension workers because they are trusted community resource persons and experienced farmers themselves. Their deep roots in farming communities ensure that they are welcomed and respected.
They have already been trained for 56 days in modules on various extension services such as agronomic practices from land preparation to crop harvesting as well as organizing farmer field schools and seed banks. He also has expertise in maintaining soil health, integrated farming systems and the basics of livestock management.
The average Krishi Sakhi can earn Rs 60,000 to Rs 80,000 per year.
“Now these Krishi Sakhis are undergoing refresher training with special focus on natural farming and soil health cards through DAY-NRLM agencies,” the ministry said.
After training, Krishi Sakhis will give proficiency test. Those who qualify will be certified as Para-Extension Workers, which will enable them to carry out the activities of the MoA&FW schemes mentioned below at fixed resource charges.
Krishi Sakhis are selected as agricultural para-extension workers because they are trusted community resource persons and experienced farmers themselves. Their deep roots in farming communities ensure that they are welcomed and respected.
They have already been trained for 56 days in modules on various extension services such as agronomic practices from land preparation to crop harvesting as well as organizing farmer field schools and seed banks. He also has expertise in maintaining soil health, integrated farming systems and the basics of livestock management.
The average Krishi Sakhi can earn Rs 60,000 to Rs 80,000 per year.
“Now these Krishi Sakhis are undergoing refresher training with special focus on natural farming and soil health cards through DAY-NRLM agencies,” the ministry said.
After training, Krishi Sakhis will give proficiency test. Those who qualify will be certified as Para-Extension Workers, which will enable them to carry out the activities of the MoA&FW schemes mentioned below at fixed resource charges.
