Agri Community Service Centers to Discuss Methods of Doubling Farmers' Income in Uttar Pradesh

Shobhit Institute of Engineering & Technology, Uttar Pradesh - In an effort to explore strategies and solutions for doubling farmers' income in Uttar Pradesh, a seminar titled "Doubling Farmers Income by 2022 and Beyond - Role of Agri Community Service Centers through Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs)" will be held at the University Auditorium on June 28, 2023.

The seminar aims to bring together experts, policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders in the agriculture sector to discuss and deliberate on the crucial role played by Agri Community Service Centers and Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs) in achieving the goal of doubling farmers' income. The event is scheduled to take place from 9.00 AM to 5.00 PM.

Organized by Shobhit Institute of Engineering & Technology, this seminar will provide a platform for participants to exchange ideas, share best practices, and propose innovative solutions to address the challenges faced by farmers in Uttar Pradesh. With a focus on empowering rural communities and enhancing the agricultural ecosystem, the event aims to foster collaboration and generate actionable insights.

Eminent speakers from various domains, including agriculture, rural development, entrepreneurship, and technology, will deliver keynote speeches and engage in panel discussions to shed light on the potential of Agri Community Service Centers and the significant role of Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs) in transforming the agricultural landscape of Uttar Pradesh.

Participants will have the opportunity to learn about successful case studies, ongoing initiatives, and cutting-edge technologies that have the potential to revolutionize the agricultural sector. The seminar will also explore the importance of skill development, capacity building, and access to finance for empowering VLEs and enhancing the outreach of Agri Community Service Centers.

Farmers, agricultural experts, representatives from government agencies, academia, NGOs, and industry stakeholders are encouraged to attend this event and actively contribute to the discussions.

The seminar on "Doubling Farmers Income by 2022 and Beyond - Role of Agri Community Service Centers through Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs) in Uttar Pradesh" promises to be a significant milestone in the journey towards realizing the goal of doubling farmers' income and ensuring sustainable agricultural development in the state.

For more information and registration details, interested individuals can visit the official website of Shobhit Institute of Engineering & Technology or contact the event organizers directly

Earlier, the university organized a webinar on Post COVID-19 Sustainable Uttar Pradesh 2025." The webinar focused on the development of digitalized agricultural commodities value chains and the implementation of an appropriate business model for marketing, with the aim of achieving the goal of doubling farmers' income by 2022 and beyond.

One of the key components discussed during the webinar was the role of Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs) in the digitalization of agricultural commodity value systems. The VLEs, who are part of the Common Services Centre (CSC) 2.0 Scheme initiated by the Government of India, have been actively providing online public utility and financial services to citizens, while also boosting entrepreneurship and employment in rural areas. With their credibility and respect within the community, VLEs were identified as important stakeholders in empowering farmers and agripreneurs.

Uttar Pradesh, known for its rich heritage and diverse industries, is rapidly emerging as a driver of the nation's economy. The state boasts a vast network of expressways, industrial corridors, international airports, and centres of educational and medical excellence. With a population of 24 crores and a significant dependency on agriculture, Uttar Pradesh is committed to the "One District, One Product" (ODOP) scheme, which aims to promote rural employment and entrepreneurship at the district level.

Under the ODOP scheme, various agricultural products such as amla, banana, basil, chicory, chilli, corn, fish, garlic, groundnut, guava, honey, jaggery, kala namak rice, lentil, mango, milk, mint, mustard, oil-seed, onion, pea, potato, tomato, and turmeric have been identified for value chain development and support infrastructure alignment.