Agriculture on Environment: Lok Sabha 2012-13
Q. No. Q. Type Date Ans by Ministry Members Title of the Questions Subject Specific Political State Party Repres entative
*11 Starred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Narahari Use of Chemical Fertilisers Agriculture West Mahato AIFB Bengal Environmental Education, NGOs and Media Health and Sanitation Pollution *16 Starred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Rajaiah Promotion of Animal Agriculture Andhra Siricilla Husbandry INC Pradesh Environmental Education, NGOs and Media 16 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Kaushalendra Misbranded Pesticides Agriculture Bihar Kumar JD(U) Shri Ramkishun Health and Sanitation Uttar SP Pradesh Pollution 19 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Badri Ram Barren Land Agriculture INC Rajasth Jakhar an Environmental Conservation 23 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Suresh Kumar Organic Farming Agriculture INC Andhra Shetkar Pradesh Environmental Conservation 37 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri K. Sugumar Farm Technologies to Agriculture Tamil Farmers AIADM Nadu K Environmental Education, NGOs and Media
41 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Manicka Agreement with Israel in Agriculture Tamil Tagore Agriculture INC Nadu Environmental Education, NGOs and Media Forest Conservation 57 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Magunta Growth of Animal Agriculture INC Andhra Sreenivasulu Reddy Husbandry and Horticulture Pradesh Sectors Wildlife Management 71 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Rakesh Singh Structural Change in Agriculture Madhya Agriculture BJP Pradesh Energy Studies Water Management 75 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Sudarshan Impact of Climate Change on Agriculture Bhagat Agriculture BJP Jharkha nd Shri Jai Prakash Climate Change and INC Delhi Agarwal Meteorology 86 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Gajanan Increase in Foot and Mouth Agriculture SS Dharmshi Babar Disease Mahara shtra Shri Dharmendra Uttar Yadav SP Pradesh Shri Shivaji SS Adhalrao Patil Mahara shtra 93 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Marotrao Fodder for Livestock Agriculture INC Sainuji Kowase Mahara shtra Disaster Management 113 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Smt. Meena Singh Seminar on 'Development of Agriculture Bihar Agriculture' JD(U) Environmental Education, NGOs and Media 114 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Dr. Ponnusamy Farming Practices Agriculture AIADM Tamil Venugopal K Nadu Climate Change and
Meteorology 121 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Ram Sundar Assistance for Beekeeping, Agriculture Bihar Das Fishery and Poultry JD(U)
124 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Surendra Singh National Livestock Policy Agriculture BSP Uttar Nagar Pradesh Dr. (Smt.) Wildlife Management INC Andhra Kruparani Killi Pradesh Shri Narendra Singh BJP Madhya Tomar Pradesh 125 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Ramesh Bais Decline in Agricultural Land Agriculture BJP Chhattis garh Shri A.T. (Nana) Patil BJP Mahara shtra Shri Mahabal Delhi Mishra INC Shri P. L. Punia Uttar INC Pradesh Shri N. Chaluvaraya JD(S) Karnata Swamy ka Shri Gopinath BJP Pandurang Munde Mahara shtra Dr. Ponnusamy Tamil Venugopal AIADM Nadu K Shri Sajjan Singh Madhya Verma INC Pradesh Smt. Kamla Devi BJP Patle Chhattis garh Shri S. Pakkirappa BJP Karnata ka 130 unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Prabodh Panda Farmers' Suicide Agriculture CPI West Bengal
Shri Naranbhai Disaster Management BJP Gujarat Kachhadia Shri K. Sugumar Water Management AIADM Tamil K Nadu Dr. Munisamy AIADM Tamil Thambidurai K Nadu Shri P. Karunakaran CPI(M) Kerala Km. Saroj Pandey BJP Chhattis garh Shri Gopinath BJP Mahara Pandurang Munde shtra Shri Ramesh Bais BJP Chhattis garh Shri Prasanta Kumar RSP West Majumdar Bengal Smt. Jayshreeben BJP Gujarat Patel Shri Ponnam INC Andhra Prabhakar Pradesh 162 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Nripendra Nath Demand of Organic Foods Agriculture AIFB West Roy Bengal Shri Narahari Environmental AIFB West Mahato Conservation Bengal 171 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Suresh Kumar Second Green Revolution Agriculture INC Andhra Shetkar Pradesh 180 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Gowdar National Agricultural Agriculture BJP Karnata Mallikarjunappa Innovation Project ka Siddeshwara Environmental Education, NGOs and Media 196 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Pradeep Majhi Research and Development Agriculture INC Odisha in Agriculture Shri Kishanbhai Environmental Education, INC Gujarat Vestabhai Patel NGOs and Media 211 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Dr. Raghuvansh Agricultural Schemes Agriculture RJD Bihar Prasad Singh Shri Narayan Singh Disaster Management INC Madhya Amlabe Pradesh
Shri Ganesh Prasad Water Management RJD Bihar Singh Smt. Shruti INC Choudhry Haryana 216 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Jagdish Sharma Crop Loss due to Hailstorm Agriculture JD(U) Bihar Shri Narayan Singh Disaster Management INC Madhya Amlabe Pradesh 219 Unstarred 13.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Sanjay Bird Flu Agriculture BJP Shamrao Dhotre Mahara shtra Shri Mangani Lal Wildlife Management JD(U) Bihar Mandal *91 Starred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Chaudhary Lal Dairy Development and Agriculture INC Jammu Singh Poultry and Kashmi r *97 Starred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Bhismshankar National Agricultural Agriculture BSP Uttar Alias Kushal Tiwari Insurance Pradesh Disaster Management 928 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Ravneet Singh Agricultural Production Agriculture INC Punjab Climate Change and Meteorology 933 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Rajaiah Integrated Farming System Agriculture INC Andhra Siricilla Pradesh Environmental Conservation 977 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Rayapati Inter-Cropping Agriculture INC Andhra Sambasiva Rao Pradesh Environmental Conservation Health and Sanitation Pollution 995 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri M. K. Basic Facilities for Fishing Health and Sanitation INC Kerala Raghavan Water Management 999 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Anant Kumar Quality of Soil Agriculture BJP Dattatreya Hegde Karnata ka
Shri Anto Antony Environmental Education, INC Kerala NGOs and Media Shri Gajanan Pollution SS Dharmshi Babar Mahara shtra Shri Arjun Roy JD(U) Bihar Shri Dharmendra SP Uttar Yadav Pradesh Shri Kapil Muni BSP Uttar Karwariya Pradesh Shri Shivaji SS Adhalrao Patil Mahara shtra Shri P. Kumar AIADM Tamil K Nadu Shri Anandrao SS Adsul Mahara shtra 1004 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Haribhau National Mission on Micro Agriculture BJP Madhav Jawale Irrigation Scheme Mahara shtra Water Management 1021 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Anto Antony Fishermen Endangered by Agriculture INC Kerala Natural Calamities Disaster Management 1029 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Gajanan Small Farm Management Agriculture SS Mahara Dharmshi Babar shtra Shri Dharmendra Environmental Education, SP Uttar Yadav NGOs and Media Pradesh Pollution Water Management 1030 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Dr. Murli Manohar Assistance to Agriculture Agriculture BJP Uttar Joshi Sector Pradesh Shri Rajiv Ranjan JD(U) Bihar (Lalan) Singh 1044 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Ramesh Bais Drip Irrigation Agriculture BJP Chhattis garh
Water Management 1045 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Dr. Munisamy Use of GM Seeds Agriculture AIADM Tamil Thambidurai K Nadu Biosafety 1078 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Smt. Yashodhara Loan for Purchase of Agriculture BJP Madhya Raje Scindia Animals Pradesh 1079 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Manish Tewari Assistance for Soil Agriculture INC Punjab Conservation Disaster Management Environmental Conservation Freshwater and Marine Conservation Water Management 1080 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Dr. Sanjay Jaiswal Crops Cultivation Agriculture BJP Bihar Shri Magunta Climate Change and INC Andhra Sreenivasulu Reddy Meteorology Pradesh Disaster Management 1085 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Harish Irrigation Facilities in Agriculture INC Rajasth Chaudhary Rajasthan an Shri Ijyaraj Singh Environmental Education, INC Rajasth NGOs and Media an Water Management 1088 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Smt. Seema Funding for Agricultural Agriculture BSP Uttar Upadhyay Research Pradesh Shri Maheshwar Environmental Education, JD(U) Bihar Hazari NGOs and Media Shri Anant Kumar BJP Dattatreya Hegde Karnata ka Smt. Usha Verma SP Uttar Pradesh Shri Rajiv Ranjan JD(U) Bihar (Lalan) Singh Shri Shivaji SS Adhalrao Patil Mahara shtra
Smt. Sushila Saroj SP Uttar Pradesh 1093 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Maulana Asrarul Rainfed Areas Agriculture INC Bihar Haque Mohammad Shri Jai Prakash Environmental Education, INC Delhi Agarwal NGOs and Media
Smt. Harsimrat Kaur Water Management SAD Punjab Badal Shri Anandrao SS Adsul Mahara shtra 1098 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Sajjan Singh Organic Farming Agriculture INC Madhya Verma Pradesh Shri Sushil Kumar Environmental JD(U) Bihar Singh Conservation Shri Rajendra Environmental Education, BJP Uttar Agrawal NGOs and Media Pradesh 1104 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Suresh Workshop on Productivity Agriculture INC Kashinath Taware Mahara shtra Shri Pashupati Nath Climate Change and BJP Singh Meteorology Jharkha nd Shri M. I. Shanavas Disaster Management INC Kerala Environmental Education, NGOs and Media 1105 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Ganesh Singh Schemes for Milch Cattle Agriculture BJP Madhya Pradesh Smt. Meena Singh JD(U) Bihar Shri Raosaheb Patil BJP Danve Mahara shtra Shri Badri Ram INC Rajasth Jakhar an 1106 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Ganesh Singh Schemes for Milch Cattle Agriculture BJP Madhya Pradesh
Smt. Meena Singh Environmental Education, JD(U) Bihar NGOs and Media Shri Raosaheb Patil BJP Danve Mahara shtra Shri Badri Ram INC Rajasth Jakhar an 1109 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Ms. Bhavana Self Help Groups of Farmers Agriculture INC Rajasth Gawali (Patil) an Shri Ganeshrao Environmental Education, JD(U) Bihar Nagorao NGOs and Media Dudhgaonkar 1112 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Sudarshan Use of Bio-Fertilisers Agriculture BJP Jharkha Bhagat nd Shri Nishikant Environmental BJP Jharkha Dubey Conservation nd Km. Saroj Pandey BJP Chhattis garh 1117 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Raghavendra Drought Affected States Agriculture BJP Yeddyurappa Karnata ka Shri Marotrao Disaster Management INC Sainuji Kowase Mahara shtra Shri Suresh BJP Chanabasappa Karnata Angadi ka Shri Ganesh Singh BJP Madhya Pradesh Shri BJP Shivaramagouda Karnata ka Shri Nalin Kumar BJP Kateel Karnata ka 1120 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Dr. (Smt.) Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Agriculture INC Andhra Kruparani Killi Yojana Pradesh 1130 Unstarred 20.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Magunta Traditional Method of Agriculture INC Andhra Sreenivasulu Reddy Cultivation Pradesh
*184 Starred 27.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Varun Gandhi Declining Fertility of Soil Agriculture BJP Uttar Pradesh Shri Anandrao Disaster Management SS Adsul Mahara shtra Water Management 2077 Unstarred 27.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Relief Package to Farmers Agriculture BJP Karnata Shivaramagouda ka Disaster Management 2081 Unstarred 27.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Jeetendra Singh Dairy Development Agriculture BJP Madhya Bundela Programme Pradesh 2088 Unstarred 27.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Mansukhbhai Micro Irrigation Scheme Agriculture BJP Gujarat D. Vasava Water Management 2158 Unstarred 27.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Baijayant "Jay" Bamboo Industry Agriculture BJD Odisha Panda Environment and Forest Trade 2162 Unstarred 27.03.2012 Agriculture Shri M. K. Bamboo Products under Agriculture INC Kerala Raghavan RKVY Environment and Forest Trade 2175 Unstarred 27.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Rakesh Pandey Dry Land Farming Agriculture BSP Uttar Pradesh Disaster Management Water Management 2244 Unstarred 27.03.2012 Agriculture Shri Dharmendra Price of Medicinal Plants Medicinal Plants SP Uttar Yadav Pradesh Shri Shivaji SS Mahara Adhalrao Patil shtra Shri Anandrao SS Mahara Adsul shtra 2284 Unstarred 27.03.2012 Agriculture Dr. Kirit Premjibhai Horticulture Mission Agriculture BJP Gujarat Solanki 3021 Unstarred 24.04.2012 Agriculture Shri Narahari Agricultural Research and Agriculture AIFB West Mahato Trade Bengal Environmental Education, NGOs and Media
3027 Unstarred 24.04.2012 Agriculture Shri Arjun Ram Committee on Green Agriculture BJP Rajasth Meghwal Revolution an 3030 Unstarred 24.04.2012 Agriculture Shri Magunta Crop Livestock Farming Agriculture INC Andhra Sreenivasulu Reddy Systems Pradesh Environmental Education, NGOs and Media 3045 Unstarred 24.04.2012 Agriculture Shri Bhoopendra Dairy Development Agriculture BJP Madhya Singh Pradesh 3081 Unstarred 24.04.2012 Agriculture Dr. Mahendrasinh Policy on Pesticides and Agriculture BJP Gujarat Pruthvisinh Fertilisers Chauhan Shri Chandre D.B. Health and Sanitation BJP Gowda Karnata ka Shri Dharmendra Pollution SP Uttar Yadav Pradesh Shri Suresh INC Kerala Kodikunnil Shri Shivaji SS Mahara Adhalrao Patil shtra Shri Anto Antony INC Kerala Shri P. Karunakaran CPI(M) Kerala Shri S. Pakkirappa BJP Karnata ka Shri Hamdullah INC Sayeed Lakshad weep Shri Gajanan SS Dharmshi Babar Mahara shtra 3088 Unstarred 24.04.2012 Agriculture Dr. Munisamy Outbreak of Deadly Diseases Disaster Management AIADM Tamil Thambidurai K Nadu Shri Rajendra Health and Sanitation BJP Uttar Agrawal Pradesh Shri S. S. INC Tamil Ramasubbu Nadu 3106 Unstarred 24.04.2012 Agriculture Shri J. M. Aaron Illegal and Unregulated Agriculture INC Tamil
Rashid Fishing Nadu 3109 Unstarred 24.04.2012 Agriculture Chaudhary Lal Conservation of Threatened Wildlife Management INC Jammu Singh Breeds and Kashmi r 3111 Unstarred 24.04.2012 Agriculture Shri Ramesh Soil Health Agriculture BJP Vishwanath Katti Karnata ka Pollution 3117 Unstarred 24.04.2012 Agriculture Shri Prem Chand Dairy Development Agriculture INC Madhya Guddu Pradesh Shri Virendra BJP Madhya Kumar Pradesh 3123 Unstarred 24.04.2012 Agriculture Shri Ramen Deka Development of Animal Agriculture BJP Assam Husbandry 3126 Unstarred 24.04.2012 Agriculture Shri Jagadanand Krishi Vigyan Kendras Agriculture RJD Bihar Singh Dr. Raghuvansh Environmental Education, RJD Bihar Prasad Singh NGOs and Media Dr. (Smt.) Medicinal Plants INC Andhra Kruparani Killi Pradesh Shri Subhash SS Bapurao Wankhede Mahara shtra
Shri Narayan Singh INC Madhya Amlabe Pradesh 3161 Unstarred 24.04.2012 Agriculture Shri Jagdish Sharma Sponsors of ICAR Agriculture RJD Bihar Programme Shri Sanjay Environmental Education, BJP Shamrao Dhotre NGOs and Media Mahara shtra Shri Mangani Lal JD(U) Bihar Mandal Shri Bhoopendra BJP Madhya Singh Pradesh Shri Vilas Baburao INC Muttemwar Mahara
shtra 3178 Unstarred 24.04.2012 Agriculture Shri Ram Sundar Decline in Agricultural Agriculture JD(U) Bihar Das Production Shri Kapil Muni Disaster Management BSP Uttar Karwariya Pradesh 3179 Unstarred 24.04.2012 Agriculture Shri K. Sugumar Impact of Climate Change on Agriculture AIADM Tamil Agriculture K Nadu Dr. Mahendrasinh Climate Change and BJP Gujarat Pruthvisinh Meteorology Chauhan Dr. Kirodilal Meena Environmental Education, Ind. Rajasth NGOs and Media an Shri Magunta INC Andhra Sreenivasulu Reddy Pradesh 3180 Unstarred 24.04.2012 Agriculture Shri Gajanan Agricultural Schemes Agriculture SS Mahara Dharmshi Babar shtra Shri Dharmendra Water Management SP Uttar Yadav Pradesh Shri Shivaji SS Mahara Adhalrao Patil shtra Shri Anandrao SS Mahara Adsul shtra *444 Starred 08.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Ramesh Bais Sustainable use of Water Agriculture BJP Chhattis Resources for agriculture garh Shri P. C. Mohan Water Management BJP Karnata ka *446 Starred 08.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Ramesh Assistance for Drought Disaster Management BJP Karnata Vishwanath Katti ka Shri Sudarshan BJP Jharkha Bhagat nd 5071 Unstarred 08.05.2012 Agriculture Dr. Nilesh Narayan Livestock Farming Agriculture INC Mahara Rane shtra 5073 Unstarred 08.05.2012 Agriculture Shri N. Chaluvaraya Bio-Diesel Plants Agriculture JD(S) Karnata Swamy ka Energy Studies 5077 Unstarred 08.05.2012 Agriculture Shri A.K.S. Vijayan Cultivation of Bio-Fuel Agriculture DMK Tamil Crops Nadu Energy Studies
Environmental Education, NGOs and Media 5083 Unstarred 08.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Anantha Farm Land Agriculture INC Andhra Venkatarami Reddy Pradesh Water Management 5122 Unstarred 08.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Naveen Jindal Bt. Cotton Acreage Agriculture INC Haryana Biosafety 5137 Unstarred 08.05.2012 Agriculture Shri P. Karunakaran Pesticides Residues Health and Sanitation CPI Kerala Shri Hamdullah Pollution INC Lakshad Sayeed weep 5139 Unstarred 08.05.2012 Agriculture Km. Meenakshi Drought Hit Areas Disaster Management INC Madhya Natrajan Pradesh Water Management 5149 Unstarred 08.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Lalchand Setting up of National Crop Agriculture INC Rajasth Kataria Forecast Centre an Environmental Education, NGOs and Media 5173 Unstarred 08.05.2012 Agriculture Smt. Maneka Sanjay Conversion of Crop Waste Agriculture BJP Uttar Gandhi into Biochar Pradesh Energy Studies Pollution 5206 Unstarred 08.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Ganesh Singh Requirement of Pesticides Agriculture BJP Madhya Pradesh Pollution 5229 Unstarred 08.05.2012 Agriculture Smt. Annu Tandon Climate Risk Management Agriculture INC Uttar Pradesh Climate Change and Meteorology Disaster Management 5244 Unstarred 08.05.2012 Agriculture Smt. Sushila Saroj Bt. Cotton Cultivation Agriculture SP Uttar Pradesh Smt. Seema Biosafety BSP Uttar Upadhyay Pradesh Smt. Usha Verma SP Uttar Pradesh Shri Kameshwar JMM Jharkha
Baitha nd Shri Maheshwar JD(U) Bihar Hazari Shri Hamdullah INC Lakshad Sayeed weep 5274 Unstarred 08.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Manohar Promotion of Bamboo Environment and Forest RSP West Tirkey Trade Bengal Shri Prasanta Kumar RSP West Majumdar Bengal 5289 Unstarred 08.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Bibhu Prasad Agricultural Technology Agriculture CPI Odisha Tarai Shri Modugula Environmental Education, TDP Andhra Venugopala Reddy NGOs and Media Pradesh Shri Kalikesh BJD Odisha Narayan Singh Deo Shri Prabodh Panda CPI West Bengal Shri P. L. Punia INC Uttar Pradesh *542 Starred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Feroze Varun Sustainable Farming Agriculture BJP Uttar Gandhi Practices Pradesh Environmental Conservation *544 Starred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Nalin Kumar Soil Fertility Agriculture BJP Karnata Kateel ka Smt. Maneka Sanjay BJP Uttar Gandhi Pradesh *548 Starred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Shivaji Micro Irrigation Scheme Agriculture SS Mahara Adhalrao Patil shtra Shri Anandrao Water Management SS Mahara Adsul shtra *550 Starred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri S. R. Jeyadurai Failure of Cotton Crops Agriculture DMK Tamil Nadu Disaster Management *554 Starred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Uday Pratap Awareness Programme for Agriculture INC Madhya Singh Farmers Pradesh Environmental Education, NGOs and Media
Water Management *556 Starred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Dushyant Singh Drought Relief Agriculture BJP Rajasth an Disaster Management 6221 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Magunta Allocation for Drought Disaster Management INC Andhra Sreenivasulu Reddy Pradesh 6234 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Marotrao Agriculture Information Agriculture INC Mahara Sainuji Kowase Centres shtra Environmental Education, NGOs and Media 6239 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Manohar Production of Bio-Fertilisers Agriculture RSP West Tirkey Bengal Shri Prasanta Kumar RSP West Majumdar Bengal 6240 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Rajen Gohain Use of Rice Husk Agriculture BJP Assam Alternative Technologies 6249 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Shivkumar GM Crops for Food Crisis Agriculture BJP Karnata Chanabasappa Udasi ka Biosafety 6262 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Smt. J. Shantha Drip and Sprinkler Irrigation Agriculture BJP Karnata ka Water Management 6287 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri K. Murugesan Development of Bt. Cotton Agriculture AIADM Tamil Anandan Variety K Nadu Biosafety Environmental Education, NGOs and Media 6297 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Prem Das Rai R&D for Development of Agriculture SDF Sikkim High Quality Organic Fertilisers Biosafety 6298 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Smt. Yashodhara Excessive use of Urea Agriculture BJP Madhya Raje Scindia Pradesh Pollution 6299 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Smt. Sumitra Promotion of Organic Agriculture BJP Madhya Mahajan Fertilisers Pradesh Environmental
Conservation 6309 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Pradeep Majhi Bamboo Mission Agriculture INC Odisha Shri Kishanbhai Environment and Forest INC Gujarat Vestabhai Patel Trade 6327 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Narayan Singh Soil Testing Environmental INC Madhya Amlabe Conservation Pradesh Environmental Education, NGOs and Media 6345 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Ram Singh Allocation for Dairy Agriculture BJP Rajasth Kaswan Development an Shri Magunta INC Andhra Sreenivasulu Reddy Pradesh Shri Rakesh Singh BJP Madhya Pradesh 6360 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Gajanan Promotion of Floriculture Agriculture SS Mahara Dharmshi Babar and Herbal Farming shtra Shri Dharmendra Environmental SP Uttar Yadav Conservation Pradesh Medicinal Plants 6378 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Jagdish Singh New Agriculture Policy Agriculture BSP Uttar Rana Pradesh 6382 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Kirti (Jha) Pesticides Residues in Agriculture BJP Bihar Azad Vegetables and Fruits Shri K. Sugumar Biosafety AIADM Tamil K Nadu Shri Suresh Health and Sanitation INC Kerala Kodikunnil Shri Pollution MDMK Tamil A.Ganeshamurthi Nadu Shri Hamdullah INC Lakshad Sayeed weep Shri Narayan Singh INC Madhya Amlabe Pradesh 6383 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Neeraj Shekhar Funds for Agriculture Agriculture SP Uttar Research Pradesh Shri P. L. Punia Environmental Education, INC Uttar NGOs and Media Pradesh
Shri Yashvir Singh SP Uttar Pradesh 6415 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Dushyant Singh Watershed Development Agriculture BJP Rajasth Programme an Water Management 6434 Unstarred 15.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Rakesh Singh Weed Control Agriculture BJP Madhya Pradesh Environmental Education, NGOs and Media *654 Starred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Anandrao Global Warming and Agriculture SS Mahara Adsul Agriculture shtra Dr. Bhola Singh Climate Change and BJP Bihar Meteorology 7390 Unstarred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Smt. J. Shantha Pest Control Management Agriculture BJP Karnata ka Environmental Conservation Environmental Education, NGOs and Media 7404 Unstarred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Magunta Commercial Production of Agriculture INC Andhra Sreenivasulu Reddy GM Vegetables Pradesh Biosafety 7417 Unstarred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Jagdish Thakor Population of Sheep and Agriculture INC Gujarat Goat 7420 Unstarred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Asaduddin Technology for Advance Agriculture AIMIM Andhra Owaisi Assessment of Crops and Pradesh Drought Disaster Management 7439 Unstarred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Anto Antony Assistance to Bio-Fertiliser Agriculture INC Kerala Units Environmental Conservation 7440 Unstarred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Prem Chand Jatropha Plantation Agriculture INC Madhya Guddu Pradesh 7444 Unstarred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Smt. Maneka Sanjay Poultry Farms Agriculture BJP Uttar Gandhi Pradesh Health and Sanitation
7473 Unstarred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Narayan Singh Premium for Crop Insurance Agriculture INC Madhya Amlabe Pradesh Climate Change and Meteorology 7474 Unstarred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Ram Singh Weather based Crops Agriculture BJP Rajasth Kaswan Insurance an Climate Change and Meteorology 7480 Unstarred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Uday Singh Study on Organic Farming Agriculture BJP Bihar Shri O. S. Manian Environmental AIADM Tamil Conservation K Nadu 7495 Unstarred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Surendra Singh Losses due to Drought Disaster Management BSP Uttar Nagar Pradesh Shri Narayan Singh INC Madhya Amlabe Pradesh 7506 Unstarred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Gorakh Prasad Cultivation of Inedible Agriculture BSP Uttar Jaiswal Oilseeds for Bio-Fuel Pradesh Smt. Rama Devi Energy Studies BJP Bihar 7522 Unstarred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Shri P. C. Mohan Crop Insurance Scheme Agriculture BJP Karnata ka Shri Govind Prasad Climate Change and BJP Madhya Mishra Meteorology Pradesh 7526 Unstarred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Rangaswamy Availability of Water for Agriculture INC Karnata Dhruvanarayana Agricultural Activities ka Water Management 7540 Unstarred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Dr. Kirodilal Meena Use of Pesticides Agriculture Ind. Rajasth an Health and Sanitation Pollution 7553 Unstarred 22.05.2012 Agriculture Shri Sambandam National Project for Cattle Agriculture INC Tamil Keerapalayam and Buffalow Breeding Nadu Alagiri *62 Starred 14.08.2012 Agriculture Shri E. T. Drought Relief Agriculture IUML Kerala Mohammed Basheer Shri Raosaheb Patil Climate Change and BJP Mahara Danve Meteorology shtra Disaster Management
*77 Starred 14.08.2012 Agriculture Shri Kotla Jaya Sustainable Livestock Policy Agriculture INC Andhra Surya Prakash Pradesh Reddy Climate Change and Meteorology Environmental Education, NGOs and Media 691 Unstarred 14.08.2012 Agriculture Smt. Annu Tandon Use of Organic Fertilisers Agriculture INC Uttar Pradesh Environmental Conservation 704 Unstarred 14.08.2012 Agriculture Shri Sathyanarayana Distribution of Bt. Brinjal Agriculture INC Andhra Sarvey Seeds Pradesh Biosafety 706 Unstarred 14.08.2012 Agriculture Shri K. P. Rehabilitation of Endosulfan Health and Sanitation INC Kerala Dhanapalan Victims Pollution 723 Unstarred 14.08.2012 Agriculture Shri Devji Agriculture Information Agriculture BJP Rajasth Mansingram Patel System an Environmental Education, NGOs and Media 725 Unstarred 14.08.2012 Agriculture Shri Harish Financial Assistance to Agriculture BJP Rajasth Chaudhary NGOs an Environmental Education, NGOs and Media 779 Unstarred 14.08.2012 Agriculture Shri Ramkishun Adulterated Agriculture SP Uttar Pesticides/Insecticides Pradesh Dr. Mahendrasinh Environmental BJP Gujarat Pruthvisinh Conservation Chauhan Shri Narahari Health and Sanitation AIFB West Mahato Bengal Shri Kaushalendra Pollution JD(U) Bihar Kumar Kunwar Rewati SP Uttar Raman Singh Pradesh 800 Unstarred 14.08.2012 Agriculture Shri Dinesh Agricultural Production Agriculture JD(U) Bihar Chandra Yadav
Shri Rajiv Ranjan Water Management JD(U) Bihar (Lalan) Singh 806 Unstarred 14.08.2012 Agriculture Shri Subhash Compensation for Damage to Agriculture SS Mahara Bapurao Wankhede Crops shtra 820 Unstarred 14.08.2012 Agriculture Shri Khagen Das Bt. Cotton Cultivation Agriculture CPI(M) Tripura Biosafety 833 Unstarred 14.08.2012 Agriculture Shri P. Karunakaran Agriculture CPI(M) Kerala Shri Harischandra Environmental BJP Mahara Deoram Chavan Conservation shtra 852 Unstarred 14.08.2012 Agriculture Smt. Sumitra Suicide by Farmers Agriculture BJP Madhya Mahajan Pradesh Shri N. Chaluvaraya Disaster Management JD(S) Karnata Swamy ka Shri Vishwa Mohan Water Management JD(U) Bihar Kumar Shri Dinesh JD(U) Bihar Chandra Yadav Shri Anant Kumar BJP Karnata Dattatreya Hegde ka Shri Gopinath BJP Mahara Pandurang Munde shtra Shri Nalin Kumar BJP Karnata Kateel ka Shri Hamdullah INC Lakshad Sayeed weep Shri Rangaswamy INC Karnata Dhruvanarayana ka 875 Unstarred 14.08.2012 Agriculture Shri Brijbhushan Contingency Plan to Fight Agriculture SP Uttar Sharan Singh Drought Condition Pradesh Shri E. T. Disaster Management IUML Kerala Mohammed Basheer Dr. Bhola Singh Water Management BJP Bihar Shri Raosaheb Patil BJP Mahara Danve shtra Shri N.S.V. Chitthan INC Tamil Nadu Shri Uday Singh BJP Bihar Shri K. Sugumar AIADM Tamil
K Nadu Shri Dilip Kumar BJP Mahara Mansukhlal Gandhi shtra Shri C. Rajendran AIADM Tamil K Nadu Shri Baliram Sukur BVA Mahara Jadhav shtra Shri Neeraj Shekhar SP Uttar Pradesh Shri Marotrao INC Mahara Sainuji Kowase shtra Shri Hari Manjhi BJP Bihar Shri Ramkishun SP Uttar Pradesh Shri Chandre D.B. BJP Karnata Gowda ka Shri Ramesh BJP Karnata Vishwanath Katti ka Shri Basudeb CPI(M) West Acharia Bengal Shri Anand Prakash SS Mahara Paranjpe shtra Shri Narayan Singh INC Madhya Amlabe Pradesh Prof. Sk. Saidul CPI(M) West Haque Bengal Shri Asaduddin AIMIM Andhra Owaisi Pradesh Shri Baidyanath JD(U) Bihar Prasad Mahto Shri Abdul Rahman DMK Tamil Nadu Shri Baijayant "Jay" BJD Odisha Panda Shri Eknath INC Mahara Mahadeo Gaikwad shtra Shri Yashvir Singh SP Uttar Pradesh
Dr. Sanjay Jaiswal BJP Bihar Shri Kaushalendra JD(U) Bihar Kumar Shri Bhaskarrao INC Mahara Bapurao Patil shtra Shri Ravindra BJP Jharkha Kumar Pandey nd Shri Anto Antony INC Kerala Shri Anantha INC Andhra Venkatarami Reddy Pradesh Shri Pralhad BJP Karnata Venkatesh Joshi ka Shri Arjun Charan BJD Odisha Sethi Shri S. Pakkirappa BJP Karnata ka Shri Shripad Yesso BJP Goa Naik Shri Thirumavalan VCK Tamil Nadu Shri Shivkumar BJP Karnata Chanabasappa Udasi ka Shri Adhir Ranjan INC West Chowdhury Bengal Shri Rayapati INC Andhra Sambasiva Rao Pradesh Smt. Kamla Devi BJP Chhattis Patle garh Shri Ram Singh BJP Rajasth Kaswan an Smt. Shruti INC Haryana Choudhry Shri Ponnam INC Andhra Prabhakar Pradesh Shri Rajaiah INC Andhra Siricilla Pradesh 880 Unstarred 14.08.2012 Agriculture Shri Chandrakant Construction of Watersheds Agriculture SS Mahara Bhaurao Khaire shtra
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USE OF CHEMICAL FERTILISERS 13th March, 2012
LSQ *11
SHRI NARAHARI MAHATO
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has advocated judicious use of chemical fertilisers by the farmers; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the Government has recently launched awareness programme for farmers to promote the use of natural manures to increase agricultural production and productivity; (d) if so, the details thereof; and (e) the success achieved in educating the farmers in propagating the use of natural manures?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 11 DUE FOR REPLY ON 13TH MARCH, 2012.
(a) to (e): Government is advocating soil test based balanced and judicious use of chemical fertilizers in conjunction with organic manures like Farm Yard Manure (FYM), compost, vermi-compost, green manure and bio-fertilizers to maintain soil health and soil productivity. Department of Agriculture & Cooperation is implementing the following Schemes for promotion of natural/organic manures:- (i) National Project on Management of Soil Health & Fertility (NPMSH&F) (ii) National Project on Organic Farming (NPOF) NPMSH&F provides assistance to set up/strengthen Soil Testing Laboratories (STLs), training and demonstration on balanced use of fertilizers and for promotion of Integrated Nutrient Management (INM) through use of organic manures, soil amendments, micronutrients, etc. NPOF promotes use of natural/ organic manures through technology transfer on production & use of manure, training and setting up of fruit/vegetable market waste compost production / bio- fertilizer production units. During the last three years 2008-09 to 2010-11, these Schemes have helped in increasing availability of natural/organic manures from approximately 2136 lakh tonne in 2008-09 to 3671 lakh tonne in 2010-11. Similarly, availability of bio-fertilizers during the same period has increased from approximately 25 thousand MT to 38 thousand MT. State-wise details of organic manure production/availability are in Annexure I and State-wise Bio-fertiliser production/availability are in Annexure II. Apart from above, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has developed technology for preparation of enriched/ vermi compost from various rural and urban wastes. ICAR also imparts training, organizes frontline demonstration on Integrated Nutrient Management (INM) to educate farmers.
LOK SABHA ANNEXURE STARRED QUESTION NO. 11 DATED 13-03-2012 Annexure- I State-wise details of organic manure production/ availability State Production/ Availability ( Lakh Tonnes) 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 Andhra Pradesh 385.51 93.553 118.45 Arunachal Pradesh 0.122 0.1252 0.1261 Assam 26.8 33.9152 5.8572 Bihar 42.15 5.5 66.25 Chhattisgarh 85.4 128.73 144.48 Goa 3.664 1.35448 3.9045 Gujarat 66.36 21.00 40.00
Haryana 115.8 10.05 18.40 Himachal Pradesh 34.36 40.55 40.55 J& K 3.58 459.95 22.2071 Jharkhand 20.00 23.00 23.00 Karnataka 371.51 2001.27 1442.09 Kerala 116.87 131.87 131.87 Madhya Pradesh 93.6 97.5 136.00 Maharashtra 91.32 91.32 95.47 Manipur 0.5 0.50 0.50 Mizoram 0.018 0.21 0.215 Meghalaya 0.00 0.00 0.95 Nagaland 0.00 0.0972 0.1615 Orissa 84.356 85.456 131.826 Punjab 310.77 92.191 379.62 Rajasthan 90.6 5.073 294.521 Sikkim 0.00 22.5 27.6 Tamil Nadu 27.34 9.067 56.39 Tripura 0.00 0.00 0.00 Uttar Pradesh 96.7 38.767 327.786 Uttarakhand 0.325 0.385 0.385 West Bengal 68.00 92.195 162.84 Total 2135.655 3486.12908 3671.4494
Source: National Centre of Organic Farming, Ghaziabad. Annexure-II
State-wise Biofertilizer production/availability during the period from 2008-09 to 2010-11
S. No. State Production of Bio-fertilizers (In MT) 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 1 Andhra Pradesh 168.136 1345.28 999.60 2 Arunachal Pradesh 0 0 0.00 3 Assam 129.3552 121.04 130.00 4 Bihar 0 0 136.26 5 Delhi 1165.1 1021.85 1205.00 6 Gujarat 1149.695 1309.19 6318.00 7 Goa` 0 0 443.40 8 Haryana 14.25 6.195 6.53 9 Himachal Pradesh 0 8.5 9.00 10 Jharkhand 15.0 15.0 0.00 11 Karnataka 11921.057 3695.5 6930.00 12 Kerala 1187.001 1936.451 3257.00 13 Madhya Pradesh 848.448 1587.6775 2455.57 14 Maharashtra 1249.87 1861.33 2924.00 15 Manipur 0 0 0.00 16 Mizoram 1.996 2.5 2.00 17 Meghalaya 0 0 0.00 18 Nagaland 16.0092 18.25 21.50 19 Orissa 405.03 289.867 357.66 20 Punjab 1.14 301.232 2.50 21 Pondicherry 561.7924 452.79 783.00 22 Rajasthan 353.67 805.571 819.75 23 Sikkim 0 0 0.00
20 Tamil Nadu 4687.818 3732.5862 8691.00 24 Tripura 14.68 278.402 850.00 25 Uttar Pradesh 885.5174 962.6417 1217.45 26 Uttarakhand 48.23 32.00 45.00 27 West Bengal 241.24 256.5 393.39 Total 25065.0352 20040.3534 37997.61 Source: National Centre of Organic Farming, Ghaziabad.
PROMOTION OF ANIMAL HUSBANDRY 13th March, 2012
LSQ *16
SHRI RAJAIAH SIRICILLA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the details of the scheme/projects undertaken to improve and promote research in animal husbandry by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research and other Agricultural Institutions/Universities;
(b) whether the Government proposes to implement new schemes to promote animal husbandry amongst the farmers so as to supplement their income;
(c) if so, the details thereof; and
(d) the National level institutes likely to be involved in propagation of animal husbandry?
THE MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (d): A Statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT IN RESPECT OF PARTS (a) to (d) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 16 TO BE ANSWERED ON 13/03/2012 REGARDING “PROMOTION OF ANIMAL HUSBANDRY”
(a) The details of Animal Science Institutes, Bureau, Project Directorates, National Research Centres,All India Coordinated Research /Network/ Outreach/Seed Project Centres is placed at Annexure-I.
(b) & (c): Yes, Madam.The Department of Animal Husbandry Dairying and Fisheries is initiating the National Dairy Plan, Phase I (2011-12 to 2016-17) to promote dairy farming amongst the farmers so as to supplement their income.The details of the scheme is given at Annexure-II.
(d) All the Institutes, Bureaus and Project Directorates,etc. mentioned in Annexure–I, the Department of Animal Husbandry Dairying and Fisheries and State Animal Husbandry Departments are involved in promotion of Animal Husbandry.
Annexure-I
(Part (a) & (d) of Lok Sabha Starred Q.No.16 for 13.3.2012)
Names and location of Animal Science Institutes, Bureau, Project Directorates, National Research Centres, All India Coordinated Research/Network/Outreach/Seed Project Centres
S.No. Name of the Institute Location Deemed Universities 1. National Dairy Research Institute Karnal, Haryana 2. Indian Veterinary Research Institute Izatnagar. Bareilly, UP National Institute 3. Central Institute for Research on Goat Makhdoom, Mathura, UP 4. Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes Hisar, Haryana 5. National Institute for Animal Nutrition and Physiology Bengaluru, Karnataka 6. Central Sheep & Wool Research Institute Avikanagar, Rajasthan 7. Central Avian Research Institute Izatnagar, Bareilly, UP Bureau 8. National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources Karnal, Haryana National Research Centres 9. National Research centre on Pig Rani, Guwahati 10. National Research centre on Yak Dirang, Arunachal Pradesh 11. National Research centre on Mithun Jharnapani, Nagaland 12. National Research centre on Camel Bikaner, Rajasthan 13. National Research centre on Meat Uppal, Hyderabad, AP 14. National Research centre on Equines and Vety Type Hisar, Haryana Culture Project Directorates 15. Project Directorate on Poultry Rajendranagar, Hyderabad, AP 16. Project Directorate on Cattle Meerut, UP 17. Project Directorate on Foot and Mouth Disease Mukteshwar, Uttarakhand 18. Project Directorate on Animal Disease Monitoring and Hebbal, Bengaluru, Karnataka Surveillance
1. Network Project on Animal Genetic Resources
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources, Karnal Cooperating Centres Insitu Conservation Units 1. Beetal goat (upto 2009-10) KVK, Ambala, Haryana 2. Kilkarsel sheep (upto 2010-11) TNVASU, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 3. Surti goat (upto 2010-11) NAU, Navsari, Gujarat
Ex-situ conservation Units 4. Ponwar cattle (upto 2009-10) UPLDB, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 5. Kherigarh Cattle (upto 2009-10) UPLDB, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 6. Krishna Valley cattle BAIF, Pune, Maharashtra (upto 2011-12) 7. Jaffrabadi Buffalo (upto 2008-09) BAIF, Pune, Maharashtra Core Laboratory 8. TNVASU, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 9. AAU, Anand, Gujarat 10. NBAGR, Karnal, Haryana New initiative in XI Plan 11. Core Laboratory AAU, Guwahati, Assam 12. Buffalo Genomics CIRB, Hisar, Haryana 13. Buffalo Genomics NBAGR, Karnal, Haryana
2. Network Project on Buffalo Improvement
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location
Coordinating Unit Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar, Haryana Cooperating Centres 1 Murrah Breed GADVASU, Ludhiana, Punjab 2 Murrah Breed HAU, Hisar, Haryana 3 Murrah breed CIRB, Hisar, Haryana 4 Murrah breed NDUAT, Faizabad, Uttar Pradesh 5 Nili-Ravi breed CIRB Sub Campus, Nabha, Punjab 6 Jaffrabadi breed JAU, Junagadh, Gujarat 7 Pandharpuri Breed MPKV, Kolhapur, Maharashtra 8 Godavari breed SVVU, Venkataramanagudem, Andhra Pradesh 9 Swamp breed AAU, Khanapara, Assam 10 Surti breed MPUAT, LRS, Vallabhnagar, Rajasthan 11 Bhadawari breed IGFRI, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh 12 Bull and Semen Certification Lab CIRB, Hisar, Haryana Field Units 13. Murrah breed GADVASU, Ludhiana, Punjab 14 Murrah breed NDRI, Karnal, Haryana 15 Murrah breed CIRB, Hisar, Haryana New initiative in XI Plan 16 Murrah breed KAU, Mannuthy, Kerala 17 Murrah breed SVVU, Anthergaon, Andhra Pradesh 18 Murrah breed ICAR Research Complex, Patna, Bihar
3. Network Project on Sheep Improvement
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit Central Sheep & Wool Research Institute.Avikanagar, Rajasthan Cooperating Centres 1. Deccani breed Farm Unit for Mutton and Wool MPKV, Rahuri, Maharashtra 2. Nellore breed for Mutton SVVU, Palamner, Andhra Pradesh 3. Magra breed for Carpet wool RAU, Bikaner, Rajasthan 4. Madras Red for Mutton TNVASU, Chennai, Tamilnadu 5. Ganjam breed for Mutton OUAT, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 6. .Marwari Farm based Unit ARC of CSWRI, Bikaner, Rajasthan 7. Chokla Farm based Unit CSWRI, Avikanagar New initiative in XI Plan 1. Deccani Field Unit MPKV, Rahuri, Maharashtra 2. Patanwadi SAU, Sardarkrushinagar, Gujarat
4. Network Project on Adaptation and facilitation of livestock to impending climatic changes through shelter management (New initiative during XI Plan)
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit NDRI, Karnal, Haryana Cooperating Centres 1. NDRI, Karnal, Haryana
2. IVRI, Izatnagar, Uttar Pradesh 3. CSWRI, Avikanagar, Rajasthan 4. CIRG, Makhdoom, Uttar Pradesh 5. NRC on Pig, Guwahati, Assam 6. TANVASU, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 7. WBUAFS, Kolkatta, West Bengal 8. CSKHPKV, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh 9. MAFSU, Nagpur, Maharashtra
5. Network Programme on Haemarrhagic septicaemia (HS)
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar Cooperating Centres 1. AAU, Anand, Gujrat 2. OUAT, Bhubneswar, Odisha 3. TANUVAS, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 4. KAU, Thrissur 5 AAU, Assam 6 GADVASU, Ludhiana, Punjab 7 CSKHPKU, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh
6. Network Programme on Bluetongue (BT)
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar Cooperating Centres 1. COVS, SVVU, Hyderabad 2. MPPCVVV, Jabalpur, MP 3. TANUVAS, Chennai, Tamilnadu 4. SDAU, S.K.Nagar, Gujarat 5. CSWRI, Awikanagar, Rajasthan 6. IVRI, Mukteswar, Nainital, Uttrakhand 7. HAU, Hisar, Harayana 8. MAFSU, Parbhani, Maharastra 9. IAH&VB, Bengaluru, Karnataka 10. WBUAFS, Kolkata, West Bengal
7. Network Programme on Gastrointestinal Parasitism (GIP)
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit IVRI, Izatnagar, Bareilly , UP Cooperating Centres 1. GBPUA&T, Pantnagar, Bareilly, Uttarakhand 2. WBUA&FS, Kolkata, West Bengal 3. TANUVAS, Chennai, Tamilnadu 4. JNKVU, Jabalpur, MP 5. CSWRI, Avikanagar, Rajasthan 6. ICAR Research Complex, Barapani, Meghalaya 7. ICAR Research Complex, Gangtok, Sikkim
8. Network Project on R&D Support for Process Up-gradation of indigenous milk products for industrial applications
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit NDRI, Karnal Cooperating Centres 1. NDRI, Karnal, Haryana 2. SRS of NDRI, Bengaluru, Kaarnataka 3. AAU, Anand, Gujarat 4. WBUAFS, Mohanpur, West Bengal New initiative in XI Plan 1 BHU, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
1. All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Cattle
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location 1. Coordinating Unit Project Directorate on Cattle, Meerut, UP Cooperating Units
2. Project Directorate on cattle, Meerut, UP 3. Frieswal Bull Rearing Unit Military Dairy Farm, Meerut, UP 4 Frieswal DRUs Military Dairy Farm, Meerut, UP 5. Ongole GP Unit, SVVU, Lam, Guntur, AP 6 Ongole DRUs SVVU, Lam, Guntur, AP 7 Field Progeny Testing Unit BAIF, Uruli-kanchan, Maharashtra 8 Field Progeny Testing Unit KAU, Mannuthy, Kerala 9 Field Progeny Testing Unit GADVASU, Ludhiana, Punjab New initiative in XI Plan 1. Sahiwal GP unit NDRI Karnal, Haryana 2 Sahiwal DRUs NDRI Karnal, Haryana 3 GADVASU, Ludhiana, Punjab 4 GBPUAT, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand 5 Bhiwani Gaushala, Bhiwani (Haryana) 6 Sahiwal Cattle Breeding Farm Chakgajria, Lucknow , UP 7 GLF Hisar, Haryana 8 Gir GP Unit JAU, Junagarh, Gujarat 9 Gir DR Unit JAU, Junagarh, Gujarat 10 Kankrej GP Unit SAU, Sardarkrushinagar, Gujarat 11 Kankrej DR Unit SAU, Sardarkrushinagar, Gujarat 12 FPT Unit GBPUAT, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand 13 FPT Unit ICAR NEH Region, Sikkim 2. AICRP on Goat Improvement
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location 1. Coordinating Unit CIRG, Makhdoom, UP Cooperating Units 2. Jamunapari Farm Unit CIRG, Makhdoom, UP 3. Barbari Farm Unit, CIRG, Makhdoom, UP 4. Sirohi Farm Unit, CSWRI, Avikanagar, Rajasthan 5. Changthangi Field Unit, DRDO , Leh, J&K 6. Marwari Field Unit RAU, Bikaner, Rajasthan 7. Black Bengal Field Unit, WBUAFS, Kolkata, West Bengal 8. Gengam Field Unit OUAT, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
9. Sangmneri Field Unit MPKV, Rahuri, Maharashtra 10. Surti Field Unit NAU, Navasari, Gujarat 11. Malabari Field Unit KAU, Trichur, Kerala 14. Sirohi Field Unit MPUAT, Udaipur, Rajasthan New initiative in XI Plan 1 Black Bengal Field Unit BAU, Ranchi, Jharkhand 2 Osmanabadi Field Unit, NARI, Phaltan, Maharashtra 3 Assam Hill Field Unit AAU, Guwahati, Assam 4 Gaddi Field Unit HPKVV, Palampur, HP
3. AICRP on Pigs
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit NRC on Pig, Rani, Guwahati. Cooperating Centres 1. IVRI, Izatnagar, Uttar Pradesh 2. ICAR Research Complex, Goa 3. BAU, Ranchi, Jharkhand 4. AAU, Khanapara, Assam 5. TNVASU, Kattupakkam, Tamil Nadu 6. KAU, Mannuthy, Kerala 7. SVVU, Tirupathi, Andhra Pradesh 8. MPPCVVV, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh New initiative in XI Plan 1 Central Agricultural University. Mizoram 2 Nagaland University, Medziphema, Nagaland
4. AICRP on Poultry Breeding
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit Project Directorate on Poultry, Hyderabad Cooperating Centres 1. Poultry for Egg SVVU, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 2. Poultry for Egg AAU, Anand, Gujarat 3. Poultry for Egg KAU, Mannuthy, Kerala 4. Poultry for Egg CARI, Izatnagar, UP 5. Poultry for Meat KAVFSU, Bidar, Karnataka 6. Poultry for Meat GADVASU, Ludhiana, Punjab 7. Poultry for Meat OUAT, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 8. MPPCVVV, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh 9 Rural poultry production ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Agartala, Tripura
New initiative in XI Plan 1 AAU, Guwahati, Assam 2 HPKVV, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh 3 BAU, Ranchi, Jharkhand 4 MPUAT, Udaipur, Rajasthan
5. AICRP on Improvement of Feed Resources and Nutrient Utilization in Raising Animal Production
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit NIANP, Bengaluru Cooperating Centres 1. TNVASU, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2. WBUAFS, Kolkata, West Bengal 3. MPPCVVV, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh 4. KAU, Thrissur, Kerala 5. MAFSU, Nagpur, Maharashtra 6 SVVU, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 7 AAU, Anand, Gujarat 8 GADVASU, Ludhiana, Punjab 9 GBPUAT, Pantnagar, Uttar Pradesh 10 HPKVV, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh 11 RAU, Patna, Bihar 12 AAU, Khanapara, Assam 13 OUAT, Bhubaneswar, Odisha 14 NIANP, Bengaluru, Karnataka 15 CIRB, Hisar, Haryana 16 CSWRI, Avikanagar, Rajasthan 17 BAIF, Pune, Maharashtra 18 NRC on Camel, Bikaner, Rajasthan 19 IGFRI, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh 20 CIRG, Makhdoom, Uttar Pradesh 21 IVRI, Izatnagar, Uttar Pradesh 22 NRC on Yak, Dirang, Arunachal Pradesh
6. AICRP on Animal Disease Monitoring and Surveillance (ADMAS)
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit PDADMAS, Bengaluru Cooperating Centres 1. Disease Investigation Section, VBRI, Hyderabad, AP 2. Disease Investigation Section, Aundh, Pune, Maharashtra 3. FMD Typing Scheme , Polytechnic Hospital Building, Ambawadi, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 4. Disease Investigation Section, Vety Hospital Campus, Bhopal, MP 5. IAH&VB , Belgachia Road, Kolkata, WB 6. AH Deptt, Gowkadal, Srinagar, J&K 7. Institute of Animal Health, Kanke, Ranchi, Jharkhand 8. DIO, Palode, Thirananthapuram, Kerala 9. Animal Disease Research Instt, Phulnakhara, Cuttack, Odisha 10. State Disease Diagnostic Centre , New Colony, Jaipur, Rajasthan 11. Deptt. of Vety & AH, Imphal, Manipur 12 IAH&VB , Hebbal, Bengaluru, Karnataka 13 ICAR Res Complex, Barapani, Meghalaya 14 College of Vety Sc, GADVSAU, Ludhiana, Punjab 15 College of Vety Sc, Khanapara, Guwahati, Assam
7. AICRP on Foot and Mouth Disease
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit PDFMD, Mukteshwar, Uttarakhand Cooperating Centres 1. Deptt.of Animal Husbandry and Vety Services, Lucknow, UP 2 IAH&VB, Hebbal, Bengaluru, Karnataka 3 PDDU Univ of Vety Sc & AH, Mathura, UP 4 CCSHAU, Haryana, Hisar
5 AAU, Guwahati, Assam 6 DIVB&RI, Hyderabad, AP 7 IAH&VB, Kolkata, WB 8 Dte of AH & Disease Investigation Section, Pune, Maharashtra 9 IVPM, Ranipet, Tamilnadu 10 SDDGDAH, Jaipur, Rajasthan 11. AHI, Jalandhar, Punjab 12 DV&AHS, Imphal, Manipur 13 DVM, Bihar Vety College, Patna, Bihar 14 DAH, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 15 DAHMVS, Aizawl, Mizoram 16 DAH, Shimla, HP 17 DV&AH, Kohima, Nagaland 18 Chief Disease Investigation Office, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 19 IRDD, DIC, Agartala, Tripura 20 State Disease Investigation Laboratory, Vety Hospital Campus, Bhopal 21 DAH&VS, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh 22. Deptt. of AH, Jammu, J&K 23 ADRI, Cuttack, Odisha
1. Outreach programme on Methane Emission (New initiative during XI Plan)
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit NIANP, Bengaluru Cooperating Centres 1. TNVASU, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 2. NIANP, Bengaluru, Karnataka 3. CIRG, Makhdoom, Uttar Pradesh 4 GADVASU, Ludhiana, Punjab 5 AAU, Anand, Gujarat 6. CSWRI, Avikanagar, Rajasthan 7 MAFSU, Akola, Maharashtra 8 RVC, Ranchi, Jharkhand 2. Outreach Programme on Monitoring of Drug Residues and Environmental Pollutants (New initiative during XI Plan)
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar (UP) Cooperating Centres 1 College of Veterinary Science MAFSU, Mumbai, Maharashtra 2 College of Veterinary Science TNUVAS, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 3 College of Veterinary Science WBFAUS Kolkata, West Bengal 4 College of Veterinary Science, S.K. Nagar, Gujarat 5 College of Vety Sciences, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand 6 College of Veterinary Science, Gannavaram, AP 7 College of Veterinary Science, Ranchi, Jharkhand 8 College of Veterinary Science, Assam 9 College of Veterinary Science, Jabalpur, M.P 10 College of Veterinary Science, Patna , Bihar 11 NRC Yak, Dirang, Arunachal Pradesh 12 NDRI, Karnal, Haryana
13 NIANP, Bengaluru, Karnataka
3. Outreach Programme on Ethno Veterinery Medicine (New initiative during XI Plan)
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit Indian Veterinary Research Institute,Izatnagar (UP) Cooperating Centres 1 College of Veterinary Science SKUAT, J&K 2 GBPUAT, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand 3 TANUVAS, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 4 AAU, Anand, Gujarat 5 AAU, Guwahati, Assam 6 College of Veterinary Science Durg, Chattisgarh 7 College of Veterinary Science , Palampur, HP 8 College of Veterinary Science,Thrissur,Kerala 9 College of Veterinary Science, Jabalpur, MP 10 College of Veterinary Science, Mathura, UP 11 College of Veterinary Science, Aizawal, Mizoram
4. Outreach programme on Zoonotic Diseases (New initiative during XI Plan)
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar (UP) Cooperating Centres 1 College of Vety Sciences, Mumbai , Maharashtra 2 College of Vety Sciences, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand 3 College of Vety Sciences, Chennai , TN 4 PDADMAS, Bengaluru, Karnataka 5 College of Vety Sciences, Mathura , UP 6 College of Vety Sciences, Nagpur , Maharashtra 7 CIRG, Makhdoom, UP 8 Central JALMA Institute of Leprosy for other Mycobacterial Diseases, Agra , UP 9 College of Vety Sciences, Thrissur , Kerala 10 College of Vety Sciences, Kolkatta , WB 11 College of Vety Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka 12 HSADL, IVRI Campus, Bhopal, MP
1. Sheep Seed Project (New initiative during XI Plan)
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit CSWRI, Avikanagar Cooperating Centres 1. Mandya breed KVAFSU, Bidar, Karnataka 2. Chottanagpuri breed BAU, Ranchi, Jharkhand 3. Sonadi breed MPUAT, Udaipur, Rajasthan 4 Mecheri Breed TNVASU, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2. Poultry Seed Project (New initiative during XI Plan)
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit PDP, Hyderabad Cooperating Centres 1. Regional centre of ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region Imphal,
Manipur 2. Regional centre of ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Gangtok, Sikkim 3. Regional centre of ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Jharnapani, Nagaland 4. RAU Vety College, Patna, Bihar 5 IGKVV, Raipur, Chattisgarh 6 WBUAFS, Kolkata, West Bengal
3. Mega Seed Project on Pig (New initiative during XI Plan)
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit NRC on Pig, Rani, Guwahati Cooperating Centres 1. BAU, Ranchi, Jharkhand 2. AAU, Khanapra, Assam 3. Selesih Pig Farm, State Vety Deptt, Govt of Mizoram 4. ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Nagaland
Annexure-II (Part (b) & (c) of Lok Sabha Starred Q.No.16 for 13.3.2012)
National Dairy Plan, Phase I (2011-12 to 2016-17)
Background
Milk is the single largest agriculture commodity in India in terms of the value of output. Due to higher GDP growth and growing incomes, the demand for milk is growing rapidly in the country. Emerging trends indicate that the demand for milk is likely to be in the range of 200-210 million tonnes in 2021-22 and the demand by 2016-17 (end year of 12th Five Year Plan) could be in the range of about 155 million tonnes. The incremental annual production of milk over the last 10 years has been on an average around 3.5 million tonnes per year; this must gradually rise so as to reach an average of 6 million tonnes per year over the next 12 years. Since bovine productivity takes a long time to increase, it is imperative that a scientifically planned multi-state initiative is launched at the earliest to improve bovine productivity.
National Dairy Plan Phase-I (NDP I) is to be implemented with a total investment of about Rs.2,242 crore comprising Rs.1584 crore as IDA credit, Rs.176 crore as GoI share, Rs.282 crore as share of End Implementing Agencies (EIAs) that will implement the project in participating States and Rs.200 crore by NDDB and its subsidiaries for providing technical and implementation support to the project.
Pattern of funding 100% grant-in-aid on nutrition and breeding (except for installation of new semen stations, where 25% of the project cost would be shared by End Implementing Agencies). On village milk procurement systems 50% of the cost of capital items will be shared by the End Implementing Agencies. Administrative expenses including training expenses under the scheme would be kept within the admissible 6% ceiling of total expenditure proposed under the scheme.
Approval Procedure
Projects under the scheme will be approved and monitored by the Committees that are to be set up as indicated below:-.
(a) National Steering Committee (NSC) chaired by Secretary, DADF, GoI would approve State Plans, Annual Action Plans, sanction release of funds to NDDB as well as re-appropriation of funds, and generally oversee and
review implementation of NDP. The NSC would have the authority to consider and approve changes in eligibility criteria with reference to implementing agency, project area, norms of unit cost of components/items, composition of National & Project Steering Committees, component structure and re-appropriation proposals.
(b) Project Steering Committee (PSC) to be headed by Mission Director (NDP-I) will have representatives of DADF & NDDB. The Secretary (AH & Dairying) of the concerned State Government or his representative would be an invitee while discussing proposals pertaining to that particular state. Proposals received from EIAs and recommended by the Project Management Unit (PMU) in NDDB will be placed before the PSC for approval and sanction of funds for disbursement.
The objective of the Plan : a) To help increase productivity of milch animals and thereby increase milk production to meet the rapidly growing demand for milk. b) To help provide rural milk producers with greater access to the organised milk-processing sector. These objectives would be pursued through the adoption of focused scientific and systematic processes in provision of technical inputs supported by appropriate policy and regulatory measures.
Implementing Agency: The scheme will be implemented by NDDB through end implementing agencies (EIAs) comprising State Livestock Boards, State Cooperative Dairy Federations, District Cooperative Milk Producer Unions, cooperative forms of enterprises such as Producer Companies, Trusts (NGO’s, Section 25 companies), subsidiaries of statutory bodies, ICAR institutes and Veterinary/Dairy Institutes/Universities and any other entity as may be decided by the National Steering Committee to be set up under the NDP-I. The EIAs will be eligible for funding of various components based on the eligibility criteria which will comprise geographical, technical, financial and governance parameters.
Key Components:
1. Productivity Enhancement a) Production of high genetic merit (HGM) cattle and buffalo bulls and import of Jersey/ HF Bulls for semen production Progeny testing Pedigree Selection Import of bulls (equivalent embryos) b) Strengthening existing semen stations / starting new stations for producing high quality disease free semen doses i) Strengthening existing semen stations -(A & B grade semen stations only) ii) New Semen stations c) Setting up a pilot model for viable doorstep AI delivery services (based on Standard Operating Procedures [SOPs]) through a professional service provider including animal tagging and performance record d) Improving nutrition of milch animals to produce milk commensurate with their genetic potential and for reducing methane emission i) Ration Balancing Program ii) Fodder Development
2. Village based milk procurement systems for weighing, testing quality of milk received and making payment to milk producers a) Milk weighing, testing and collection b) Milk cooling c) Support for creating institutional structure d) Training
3. Project Management and Learning i. ICT Based MIS ii. Learning & Evaluation
Coverage: Coverage of NDP-I would be to focus on areas with higher potential in the 14 major milk producing States of Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Orissa and Kerala which account for 90% of the country’s milk production. Coverage of NDP I will however be across the country in terms of benefits accruing from the scheme.
Project Benefits/ Results a. Contributing to increasing the milk production from a current level of 112 million tonnes to around 150 million tonnes; b. Increasing the productivity of in-milk animals in the project area – from a current level of under 4 kilograms/ day to about 4.3 kilograms/ day and the proportion of in-milk animals to adult females in the project area from a current level of 60 percent to about 64 percent; c. Increasing the total volume of milk sold by milk producers through existing dairy cooperatives and producer companies from a current level of about 275 lakh kilograms/ day to 425 lakh kilograms/ day. d. Produce about 2500 high genetic merit bulls and imports of about 400 bulls or equivalent embryos/ semen doses. e. An incremental production of about 47 million disease free quality semen doses annually in the terminal year. f. Close to an annual 4 million doorstep AIs – adopting the prescribed SOPs – by the terminal year. g. Production of 7,500 tons of certified/ truthfully labelled fodder seed, setting up 2 straw densification plants and about 1350 silage making/ fodder conservation demonstrations. h. Pilots for re-vegetation of about 700 hectare of common grazing land for production of green fodder. i. Coverage of an additional 23,800 villages under milk procurement systems. j. An additional milk procurement of about 54 lakh kg per day in the terminal year.
MISBRANDED PESTICIDES 13th March, 2012
LSQ 16
SHRI KAUSHALENDRA KUMAR SHRI RAMKISHUN
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether some Indian companies are providing good quality pesticides at very less price than that of multinational companies; (b) if so, the details thereof and the reaction of the Government thereto; (c) whether the Government has received any report that some Indian companies are producing some misbranded pesticides; (d) if so, the details thereof; and (e) the action taken by the Government in this regard?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): The prices of pesticides are determined by market forces and are not regulated by Central Government. (c) & (d): Based on specific information, raids were conducted in January, 2011 by Central Insecticide Inspectors of Directorate of Plant Protection Quarantine and Storage in the premises of few companies. Four samples of M/s. Crystal Phosphates Ltd. were found misbranded in terms of the provisions of the Insecticides Act, 1968. Samples of Carbofuran 3% CG, Carbendazim 12% + Mancozeb 63% WP and Tricontanol GR-0.05% of M/s. Crystal Phosphates Ltd. were found misbranded. (e): The process for launching prosecution against the manufacturing firm as per the provisions of Insecticide Act, 1968 has already been initiated.
BARREN LAND 13th March, 2012
LSQ 19
SHRI BADRI RAM JAKHAR
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has formulated any scheme to convert barren land into cultivable land; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the Union Government has established any financial co-ordination with the State Governments for this purpose; (d) if so, the details thereof; (e) whether the Government has also included the development of dry farming and drip irrigation under the Waste Land/ Barren Land Development Scheme; and (f) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (f): According to the definition of land uses barren land includes all land covered by mountains, deserts, etc. which cannot be brought under cultivation except at an exorbitant cost and is classified as unculturable land located in isolated blocks or within cultivated holdings. In view of this, there is no comprehensive scheme/programme for development of barren land into cultivable land.
ORGANIC FARMING 13th March, 2012
LSQ 23
SHRI SURESH KUMAR SHETKAR
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government is promoting organic farming on priority as a part of its efforts to make agriculture a sustainable, environment-friendly and remunerative proposition for small hill farmers; and (b) if so, the details thereof and the achievement made so far?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. Government is promoting organic farming since 2001-02 through centrally sponsored scheme; namely, Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH) which was also extended to cover Himalayan States during 2003-04. Details of the HMNEH is annexed. Since inception, achievements of this Mission are as under: # Adoption of organic farming in 30610(ha) # Organic Certification - 514 (Nos.) # Vermi-compost unit - 2165 (Nos.)
LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 23 DATED 13-03-2012 ANNEXURE Details of the Financial Assistance being provided to promote organic farming under Horticulture Mission for North East Himalayan States (HMNEH)
Item Maximum Permissible Cost Pattern of Assistance Organic Farming Adoption of Organic Farming Rs.20,000/ha 50% of cost limited to Rs.10000/ha for a maximum area of 4 ha per beneficiary, spread over a period of 3 years involving assistance of Rs.4000/- in first year Rs.3000/- each second & third years. Organic Certification Project based Rs. 5 lakh for a cluster of 50 ha which includes Rs.1.50 lakh in first year, Rs.1.50 lakh in second year and Rs.2.00 lakh in third year. Vermi-Compost Unit Rs.60,000/unit for permanent 50% of cost conforming to the size of the unit structure and Rs.10,000/unit of 30’x8’x2.5’ dimension (permanent structure) for HDPE vermin bed to be administered on pro-rata basis. For HDPE vermin bed, 50% of cost conforming to size of 96 cft (12’x4’x2’) to be administered on pro- rata basis.
Source: Operational Guidelines (2010) of Horticulture Mission for North East Himalayan States.
FARM TECHNOLOGIES TO FARMERS 13th March, 2012
LSQ 37
SHRI K. SUGUMAR
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the farm technology are not reaching the farmers at grass-root level due to failure of the system; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the Government has any plan to rectify the system so that every development in farm technology reaches the farmers; (d) if so, the details thereof; and (e) if not, the reasons therefor?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): No, Madam. (b): Not applicable. (c): The Government has been implementing various schemes of agricultural extension through which farm technologies are being disseminated at the grass root level to the farmers. Besides this Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVK) have been established to make farmer aware of latest Agricultural Technologies in farming. (d): The details of these extension related schemes and KVKs have been given at Annexure-I & II respectively. (e): Not applicable.
LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 37 DATED 13-03-2012 ANNEXURE – I
EXTENSION DIVISION Support to State Extension Programmes for Extension Reforms:- This Scheme launched during 2005-06, aims at making extension system farmer driven and farmer accountable by way of new institutional arrangements for technology dissemination in the form of an Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA) at district level
to operationalize the extension reforms. ATMA has active participation of farmers / farmer groups, NGOs, FOs, Krishi Vigyan Kendras, Panchayati Raj Institutions and other stakeholder operating at district level and below. 604 districts level ATMAs have been established till date. The Scheme was modified and strengthened with a strong manpower, infrastructure and activity as summarised below: (i) Provision of specialist and functionary support at different levels viz. State Coordinator and faculty & supporting staff for SAMETI at State level, Project Director, Deputy Project Directors and supporting staff at District level and Block Technology Manager and Subject Matter Specialists at the Block level; (ii) Innovative support through a ‘Farmer Friend’ at Village Level @ 1 Farmer Friend per two villages; (iii) Revision in ATMA Cafeteria (i.e. list of extension related activities to choose from) to include some additional activities and to provide for enhanced unit costs for some of the activities; (iv) Farmers Advisory Committees at State, District and Block levels comprising a group of farmers to advise and provide inputs to the administrative bodies at each level; Gender concerns are being mainstreamed by mandating that 30% of resources on programmes and activities are utilized by women farmers and women extension functionaries. Since inception 1.75 crore farmers’ have been benefited under various extension activities.
1. Mass Media Support to Agriculture: This scheme is focusing on two initiatives. The first is use of Doordarshan infrastructure for providing agriculture related information and knowledge to the farming community. 180 Narrow casting Centres, 18 2. Regional Centres and 1 National Centre of Doordarshan Kendras telecast agricultural programmes for 30 minutes, five days a week. The other component of the mass media initiative is use of 96 FM Transmitter of AIR to broadcast area specific agricultural programme with 30 minutes radio transmission in the evening six days a week. 3. Kisan Call Centers – The scheme was launched on 21 January, 2004 to provide agricultural information to the farming community through toll free telephone lines. A country wide common eleven digit number ‘1800-180- 1551 1800-180-1551 ’ has been allocated for KCC. Replies to the queries of the farming community are being given in 22 local languages. Calls are attended from 6.00 am to 10.00 pm on all 7 days of the week. Since inception of the scheme, over 76.37 lakh calls have been received till January. 2012. The scheme has been further strengthened and State governments have been involved more closely. 4. Establishment of Agri-Clinic and Agri-Business Centres by Agriculture Graduates: Agri-clinic and Agri-business Centres Scheme was launched on 9.4.2002 to provide extension services to farmers on payment basis through setting up of economically viable self – employment ventures. Selected trainees are provided agri- preneurship training for a period of two months by MANAGE through identified Nodal Training Institutions in various states, which also provide handholding support for one year. NABARD monitors the credit support to Agri- Clinics through Commercial Banks. Provision of credit-linked back-ended subsidy @ 36% of the capital cost of the project funded through bank loan as well as full interest subsidy for the first two years on the bank credit has recently been approved under the scheme. Subsidy would be 44% in respect of candidates belonging to SC, ST, women and other disadvantaged sections and those from North-Eastern and Hill states. Since inception of the scheme 27755 unemployed agriculture Graduates have been trained and 9875 agri- ventures have been set up up to January, 2012. 5. Information dissemination through Agri Fairs: Agriculture exhibitions are an excellent mechanism for showcasing latest technological advancements and dissemination of information to the farming community and also for promoting business opportunities in agriculture and allied sectors. The Department of Agriculture & Cooperation (DAC) is promoting/ organizing agriculture fairs at different levels. At the national level, DAC participates in India International Trade Fair organized annually by India Trade Promotion Organization. DAC is supporting five Regional fairs – one in each region every year. The agriculture fair at block, district and state levels are also being supported by DAC under the Extension Reforms (ATMA) Scheme.
ANNEXURE-II Information dissemination through Krishi Vigyan Kendra: A KVK aims at assessment, refinement and demonstration of technology/products. The activities include on-farm testing to identify the location specificity of Agricultural Technologies under various farming system/ frontline demonstrations to establish the production potentials of improved agricultural technologies on the farmers’ fields and training of farmers including farm women and extension personnel to update their knowledge and skills.
AGREEMENT WITH ISRAEL IN AGRICULTURE 13th March, 2012
LSQ 41
SHRI MANICKA TAGORE
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Union Government has made any agreement with the Israel for boosting agriculture cooperation in technology; (b) if so, the details thereof; and (c) the extent to which the agreement is likely to be useful for agriculture sector?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. An agreement between the Government of the Republic of India and the Government of Israel for cooperation in the field of agriculture has been signed on 24th December, 1993. The MoU provides for collaboration in the areas of water and soil management, arid and semi-arid crop production, fruit and vegetable production, post harvest, plant and animal sciences, plant protection and control, veterinary science, agri-business, farm mechanization and technology, agricultural training and extension, agricultural research and agro-forestry etc. (c): Thereafter an Action Plan (2008-2010) was agreed upon in January, 2008. Progress has been achieved in the areas of horticulture mechanisation, protected cultivation, orchard and canopy management, nursery management training, micro irrigating and PHM etc.
GROWTH OF ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND HORTICULTURE SECTORS 13th March, 2012
LSQ 57
SHRI MAGUNTA SREENIVASULU REDDY
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether sectors like livestock, fisheries and horticulture are expected to grow rapidly once there is a steady growth in the crop sector; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether adequate policy measures are being formulated in the Xllth Five Year Plan to boost the livestock, fisheries and horticulture sector; and (d) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARANDAS MAHANT)
(a) Yes, Madam. (b) The Department of Agriculture and Cooperation and Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying & Fisheries have been implementing various Centrally Sponsored & Central Sector Schemes in order to increase production and productivity in these sectors. The names of the schemes are at Annexure-I.
(c) & (d) Planning Commission has constituted Working Group on Animal Husbandry & Dairying and Fisheries and Working Group on Horticulture & Plantation crops for the 12th Five Year Plan. The Working Groups in its reports have recommended for providing higher thrust to these sectors. Annexure-I Unstarred Lok Sabha Question No. 57 Schemes for Development of Horticulture: • Horticulture Mission for North-East and Himalayan states. • National Horticulture Mission (NHM) for remaining States/UTs,
Schemes for Development of Livestock Sector: • Central Sector Scheme "Integrated Development of Small Ruminants and Rabbits". • Pig Development • Fodder and Feed Development Scheme • Livestock Health • National Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding
» Conservation of Threatened Breeds of Small Ruminants, Rabbits, Pigs, Pack Animals and Equines • Livestock Insurance • Central Cattle Development Organizations. • Regional Stations For Forage Production & Demonstration • Central Fodder Seed Production Farm • Central Sheep Breeding Farm
Schemes for Development of Fisheries Sector:
• Development of Inland Fisheries and aquaculture • Development of Marine Fisheries Infrastructure and Post Harvest Operations • Strengthening of database and Geographical Information System for fisheries sector • Assistance to Fisheries Institutions and National Fisheries Development Board
STRUCTURAL CHANGE IN AGRICULTURE 13th March, 2012
LSQ 71
SHRI RAKESH SINGH
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether any change in agricultural structure in the country is required to completely implement the proposed Food Security Act; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether any Central scheme has been formulated to meet the basic requirements of agriculture such as electricity, irrigation, fertilisers etc.; and (d) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. To effectively implement the proposed Food Security Act, it is estimated that there should be an additional production of about 70-75 million tones of food grains. This would require revitalization of agriculture sector with larger investment to support agricultural research, development, & extension services, development of water resources, infrastructure particularly power, storage and transportation & ensuring access to credit, crop insurances & remunerative prices to the farmers. Ministry of Agriculture has tentatively worked out an
additional requirements of Rs. 1,15,660 crores for the purpose. Proposed National Food Security Act under Section 38 of chapter XIV read with schedule III focuses on the revitalization of agriculture. (c) & (d): The approach proposed for 12th Plan would essentially be on sustained production in high productivity districts by promotion of resource conservation technologies; increasing productivity of low producing districts by active technology promotion and institutional development especially for improving small farmer’s access to agricultural inputs and markets; creating agricultural infrastructure with in situ and ex situ rainwater harvesting structures, flood control measures, service providers for establishing efficient supply chains and Farm Machines, Quality Inputs, Storage, Finance, Aggregation, Sale, Transport and building resilience to climate change with technology development and to address abiotic and biotic stresses. Ministry of Agriculture has developed an action plan comprising Mission Mode programmes by consolidation of 51 existing scheme into schemes focusing on production & promotion of food grains, horticulture, seeds & planting material and farm mechanization.
IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON AGRICULTURE 13th March, 2012
LSQ 75
SHRI SUDARSHAN BHAGAT SHRI JAI PRAKASH AGARWAL
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the global warming/climate change has adversely affected agricultural production in the country; (b) if so, the decline registered in production of rice, wheat, sugarcane and oilseeds, crops during each of the last three years, State-wise and production-wise; (c) whether the Government proposes to conduct any study in regard to decline in agricultural production due to global warming/climate change; and (d) if not, the reasons therefor?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE,FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS(SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) While the impact of climate change on agricultural production has been demonstrated at the times of extreme weather events, due to a favourable monsoon during the last three years, agricultural production in the country is steadily increasing. (b) The national production of rice, wheat, sugarcane and oilseeds during 2011-12 is estimated at 102.8, 88.3, 347.9 and 30.5 million tonnes, respectively. However, the oilseeds production has slightly declined due to less area under the crops during 2011-12. (c) & (d): To enhance resilience of Indian Agriculture against climate change, a new scheme ‘National Initiative on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) with an outlay of Rs. 350 crores for the period 2010-12 has been launched by the Government. This scheme is likely to be continued in the XII plan. The scheme aims at evolving cost- effective adaptation and mitigation strategies against climate change through (i) strategic research on natural resources major food crops, livestock, marine and fresh water fisheries for adaptation and mitigation; (ii) demonstration of available climate resilient practices on farmers’ fields in 100 most vulnerable districts of the country (iii) strengthen research infrastructure and capacity building of scientists for undertaking long term research on climate change adaptation; and (iv) sponsored research.
INCREASE IN FOOT AND MOUTH DISEASE 13th March, 2012
LSQ 86
SHRI DHARMENDRA YADAV SHRI SHIVAJI ADHALRAO PATIL
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether contagious Food and Mouth Disease (FMD) in cattle has severely affected the productivity of the livestock and also the livestock industry; (b) if so, the details thereof including the estimated direct economic loss due to the disease; (c) whether the Union Government has prepared a long term road map for FMD control; (d) if so, the details thereof; and (e) the other steps taken by the Union Government to control the FMD?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) & (b) Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in cattle causes severe drop in livestock productivity and also affects livestock industry. As per the Indian Council of Agriculture Research (1CAR), the rough estimate of direct economic loss from the disease is about Rs. 20,000 crore per annum that includes loss of milk, meat, draught power and cost of treatment etc. (c) & (d) In order to prevent, control and contain the Foot and Mouth disease in the country, the Department has started a long term road map by initiating `Foot and Mouth Disease Control Programme (FMD-CP)`since 10th Five Year Plan period in 54 districts which was extended in lllh Plan to 221 districts and thus now covers all the districts in the States/UTs of Andhra Pradesh. Kamataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat Punjab, Haryana, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Dacira & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Delhi, Lakshadweep. Pudducherry and 16 districts in Uttar Pradesh. The required doses of FMD vaccine are provided by the Central Government to the states under FMD-CP. The centra! assistance (100%) is also provided to the states under this programme towards cost of logistics for carrying out vaccination. Sero-monitoring to know the immune status in animals vaccinated under FMD-CP is also being done under the aegis of Project Directorate on Foot and Mouth Disease (PD-FMD), laboratory under ICAR, The scope of the FMD control programme will farther be expanded so as to cover remaining districts in phased manner. (e) Funds are also being provided to all the States/UTs other than those covered under FMD-CP for control of economically important diseases of livestock including FMD under Assistant to States for Control of Animal Diseases (ASCAD) as per the approved pattern of financial assistance under the Scheme.
FODDER FOR LIVESTOCK` 13th March, 2012
LSQ 93
SHRI MAROTRAO SAINUJI KOWASE
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether there is a shortage of fodder for livestock in the country; (b) if so, the detai Is thereof and the steps taken to provide fodder for the livestock in the drought affected areas of the country including Maharashtra during the last three years and the current year; (c) the .financial assistance provided to the States by the Government in this regard, State-wise; (d) whether the cattle rearers in the drought affected areas have sent their livestock to other States for fodder; and (e) if so, the remedial steps taken by the Government in this regard?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE, AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT) a) Yes, Madam.
b) As per the study conducted by NABARD Consultancy Services (NABCONS), the projected estimated shortfall between demand and availability of green fodder, dry fodder and concentrates in the year 2007 is as under: (Dry matter in Million Tonnes) Feed Demand Availability Gap Dry Fodder 416 253 163(40%) Greens 222 143 79 (36%) Concentrates 53 23 30 (57%)
The Government of India is implementing the following schemes to reduce the gap between demand & availability of fodder and feed: i) Central Sector Scheme of Central Fodder Development Organizations; comprising 7 regional Stations for Forage Production & Demonstration and 1 Central fodder Seed Production Farm for production of high yielding varieties of fodder seeds, and, training and demonstration on fodder production. Besides, the Central Minikit Testing Programme is also being run under this scheme. ii) A Centrally Sponsored Fodder and Feed Development Scheme is being implemented to supplement the efforts of the State Governments in their efforts for fodder and feed development. iii) The `Accelerated Fodder Development Programme1 is being implemented this year in twelve states under the umbrella of Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) iv) States are also free to utilise the RKVY funds besides their own budgetary resources. c) The information is placed at Annexure I and II. d) No, Madam. States have not reported migration of cattle from affected areas to other States for fodder. e) Question does not arise.
Annexure-I
Funds released during last three years and current year under the Centrally Sponsored
Fodder and Feed Development Scheme (being implemented by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries) Rupees in lakh States 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 upto 05.03.2012 Andhra Pradesh 0 82.25 622.00 0.00 Arunachal Pradesh 0 55.00 0.00 55.00 Assam 0 0.00 0.00 218.20 Bihar 0 0.00 100.00 0.00 Chhattishgarh 0 6.00 0.00 65.20 Gujarat 165.00 224.00 550.00 1368.43 Haryana 0 0.00 145.00 120.00 Himachat Pradesh 0 258.75 0.00 Jharkhand 93.50 0.00 255.00 0.00 Jammu & Kashmir 56.70 66.50 53.19 213.43 Karnataka 0 0.00 435.00 0.00 Kerala 0 138.95 112.01 130.25 Madhya Pradesh 140.00 0.00 114.00 199.00 Maharashtra 0 54.50 160.75 376.32 Manipur 80.00 80.00 0.00 0.00 Meghalaya 0 0.00 27.61 0.00 Mizoram 199.50 0.00 100.00 0.00 Nagaland 0 0.00 71.00 26.00 Orissa 0 12.00 0.00 0.00 Punjab 190.21 0.00 465.51 0.00 Rajasthan 0 129.26 145.00 0.00 Sikkim 0 50.00 65.00 124.00
Tamil Nadu 0 63.50 121.00 0.00 Tripura 0 0.00 32.25 0.00 Uttar Pradesh 0 118.34 123.00 0.00 Uttarakhand 0 0.00 230.00 247.37 West Bengal 0 0.00 57.91 0.00 Total 924,91 1080.30 4243.98 3143.20
Annexure-II
Funds released under the 'Accelerated Fodder Development Programme' (being implemented by the Department of Agriculture and Cooperation) Rupees in Crore State Release Andhra Pradesh 30.00 Bihar 24.50 Chhatisgarh 4.69 Gujarat 15.00 Haryana 15.00 Kamataka 30.00 Madhya Pradesh 30.00 Maharashtra 30.00 Punjab 7.75 Rajasthan 52.00 Tamil Nadu 15.50 Uttar Pradesh 30.00 Total 284.44
SEMINAR ON `DEVELOPMENT OF AGRICULTURE 13th March, 2012
LSQ 113
SMT. MEENA SINGH
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether a seminar on `Development of Agriculture` was organised recently;
(b) if so, the details of the main issues discussed and the reaction of the Government thereto;
(c) whether the Government has introduced new techniques in agriculture to increase the production of foodgrains and fruits;
(d) if so. the details thereof; and
(e) the projected increase in production for the next three years?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE,FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (e): No, Madam. However, as a part of the deliberations by the committee of Governors appointed by the President a Workshop was held on 15.02.2012 at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi. The Workshop discussed different aspect, of Policy initiatives for promoting partnership between stake holders in Agriculture with particular reference to Rainfed/ Dryland farming.
Proven technologies /interventions are being promoted amongst the farmers through organization of block demonstrations in cluster mode approach under several new initiatives like Bringing Green Revolution in Eastern India(BGREI), Accelerated Pulses Production Programme (A3P), Integrated Nutritional Security through Intensive Millet Promotion (INSIMP). Resource efficient agricultural practices are being promoted like System of Rice Intensification (SRI) under National Food Security Mission (NFSM), Line sowing/transplanting under BGREI & NFSM. Department of Agriculture and Cooperation (DAC) is also implementing two centrally sponsored schemes Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH) and National Horticulture Mission (NHM) in the country for increasing productivity and production of Horticultural crops through rejuvenation/ replanting of old and senile orchards, protected cultivation, organic farming, promotion of integrated nutrient management/integrated pest management, post harvest management including establishment of marketing infrastructure.
Projected increase in crop production to meet the growing demand will be assessed by the planning commission at the commencement of 12th five year plan. Accordingly, the crop wise and season wise national crop production target are fixed every year by the Department of Agriculture & Cooperation
FARMING PRACTICES 13th March, 2012
LSQ 114
DR. PONNUSAMY VENUGOPAL
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether there is a gap between crop yield per hectare and the achievable potential under ideal farming practices;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the steps taken/proposed to be taken by the Government in this regard?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE,FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS(SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) Yes, Madam.
(b) The management practices, if not ideal, may affect achievable yields. Gaps in the crop yield between the achievable yields and actual yields are also influenced by various biotic stresses like diseases, insect-pests, weeds and abiotic stresses like drought, salinity, floods, extreme temperatures, etc.
(c) The National Agricultural Research System conducts research for development of high yielding and stress tolerant crop varieties. Such agricultural technologies are demonstrated through on-farm trials, and disseminated through the extension machinery.
ASSISTANCE FOR BEEKEEPING FISHERY AND POULTRY 13th March, 2012
LSQ 121
SHRI RAM SUNDAR DAS
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government provides financial assistance to various States for beekeeping, fishery and poultry activities;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the funds allocated and released for the purpose during each of the last three years and the current year, State-wise;
(c) the number of persons benefited under this scheme during the said period, State-wise;
(d) whether the Government is also providing subsidy for this purpose; and
(e) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (e): The Department of Agriculture & Cooperation is implementing two Centrally Sponsored Schemes, viz (i) Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH) and (ii) National Horticulture Mission (NHM) in remaining states for the holistic development of horticulture sector. In order to maximize the production of horticulture crops especially cross pollinated crops, there is provision for providing assistance for pollination support through beekeeping in NHM and HMNEH. State wise details of funds allocated, released and number of persons benefited under beekeeping component during each of the last three years and the current year under NHM is given at Annexure- I and under HMNEH is given at Annexure-II.
To promote beekeeping, under NHM and HMNEH, assistance is provided to beekeepers for bee colonies with hives @ 50% of Rs 3,000/per colony of 8 frames, limited to 50 colonies per beneficiary.
Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying & Fisheries (DAHD&F) implements a Centrally Sponsored Scheme, ‘Poultry Development’ in all States having three components viz. Assistance to State Poultry Farms, Rural Backyard Poultry Development and Poultry Estates. A Central Sector Scheme, ‘Poultry Venture Capital Fund’ is also being implemented through National Bank for Agricultural and Rural Development(NABARD) since 2011-12, on capital subsidy mode @ 33.3% to SC/ST & North Eastern Region and @ 25% to others (earlier it was in interest-free loan{IFL} mode). State-wise allocations are not made under any of the DAHD&F schemes. However, the details of releases made under the schemes are given at Annexure III. The number of beneficiaries under “Rural Backyard Poultry Development” is given at Annexure IV.
Under Poultry Venture Capital Scheme, an amount of Rs. 500 lakh has been released to NABARD, out of which, Rs. 329.31 lakh has been further released by NABARD during 2011-12 (Annexure-V).
For fisheries sector, Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying & Fisheries is providing financial assistance to various States and UTs through Centrally sponsored/Central sector Schemes namely Development of Inland Fisheries and Aquaculture, Development of Marine Fisheries Infrastructure and Post Harvest Operations, National Scheme of Welfare of Fishermen, Strengthening of Database and Geographical Information System for fisheries sector and National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB). State-wise details of the funds released under Fisheries sector schemes during 2008-12 are given at Annexure-VI-X. Annexure-I
Statement showing year wise Allocation and Release and Beneficiaries (2008-12)under Beekeeping component in NHM
(Rs. In lakh) State 2009-10 2010-11 Total 2011-12 Grand Total Total Allocat Rele Allocat Rele Allocat Rele Allocat Rele Allocat Rele No. of ion ase ion ase ion ase ion ase ion ase Benefici
aries ( 2008-12) Andhra Pradesh 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Bihar 6.4 5.44 9.1 0 23.5 12.24 153.5 0 177 12.24 4713 Chhattis garh 0 0 46.13 30.71 46.13 30.71 14.3 12.16 60.43 42.87 0 Delhi 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 Goa 0 0 0 0 0 1.45 0 1.45 0 54 Gujarat 4 26.14 13.72 30.14 13.72 13.7 7.19 43.84 20.91 566 Haryana 128.3 458.5 676.1 388.5 319.6 282 5 731 8 253 217.6 984 8 67547 Jharkhan d 13.6 10.2 21 8.93 169.4 19.13 7.4 6.29 176.8 25.42 3363 Karnatak 244.4 314.0 a 77.15 65.58 113.4 83.64 321.3 2 79.95 69.66 401.25 8 25203 Kerala 161.0 40 0 70.5 0 310.5 102 69.5 59.08 380 8 28775 Madhya Pradesh 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Maharas htra 3.46 2.94 57.98 0 98.05 2.94 40 25.5 138.05 28.44 1659 Odisha 0 44 0 44 0 22 18.72 66 18.72 1265 Puduche rry 0 0.14 0.12 0.14 0.12 0.3 0.26 0.44 0.38 0 Punjab 134.3 46.4 27.81 90.5 37.41 187.4 68.62 86.38 65.77 273.78 9 9199 Rajastha n 40 17 9.07 51 129.07 81.6 60 25.5 189.07 107.1 11554 Tamil Nadu 57.6 18.51 7.5 6.38 86.54 43.11 10.05 0 96.59 43.11 3999 Uttar 147.6 185.2 Pradesh 108.12 91.9 84.9 55.71 320.78 1 148.62 37.68 469.4 9 19371 West Bengal 112 0 62.01 52.71 174.01 52.71 22 0 196.01 52.71 1894 Andama 0.04 16 n & Nicobar 5.6 4.76 5.3 5.64 10.06 6.81 21.64 16.87 1890 563.7 473.9 1287. 552.2 3675.7 1839. 902.83 4 924.41 8 2677.6 57 998.15 2 4 79 181054
Annexure-II Statement showing year wise (2008-12) allocation , release and total no of beneficiaries under Bee keeping component of Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH)
(Rs. in lakh) 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 (up to Feb. No. of 2012 persons States Allocation Release Allocation Release Allocation Release Allocation Release Arunachal 1.28 1.28 6 Pradesh Assam 36 18.4 12 6.96 7.49 7.49 178 Manipur 40 40 40.8 49.6 90 90 90 90 824 Meghalaya 4.4 4.4 4.8 4.8 40 Mizoram 60 32 80 Nagaland 16 16 34.5 34.5 22.5 22.5 376
Sikkim 26.4 19.92 30.8 24.15 30 22.5 9.1 7.7 362 Tripura 16 16 100 Jammu & 35.96 12.36 22.35 22.35 10.4 10.4 210 Kashmir Himachal 16.8 16.8 8 1.6 30 3.45 39.26 16.08 167 Pradesh Uttarakhand 16 7.2 7.2 22.4 22.4 10.5 10.5 84 Total 208.84 145.16 133.3 124.01 202.24 168.19 246.56 193.98 2427
Annexure-III
Centrally Sponsored Scheme “Poultry Development”- component ‘Assistance to State Poultry Farms’: State/UT wise and year-wise funds released (Rs. in lakhs) S.No. Name of the farms 2008-09* 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 (upto 7.3.2012) 1 Andhra Pradesh 34 68 2 Arunachal Pradesh 100 34 3 Assam 4 Chhattisgarh 96 65 5 Goa 6 Haryana 32.3 7 Himachal Pradesh 14.49 8.51 8 Jammu and Kashmir 44 9 Karnataka 34 63.2 199.2 10 Kerala 167.4 170 102 68 11 Lakshadweep 38.5 12 Madhya Pradesh 34 64 13 Maharashtra 61.81 14 Mizoram 15 Nagaland 40 23.75 16 Odisha 17 Punjab 32 18 Sikkim 100 107.5 42.5 19 Tamil Nadu 120 34 20 Tripura 83.76 85 21 Uttar Pradesh 136 134.91 22 Uttarakhand - - - 181.725 23 West Bengal 84 414.8 Total 973.76 764.62 583.05 796.925
*This component had been an erstwhile Centrally Sponsored Scheme prior to 2009-10 and later subsumed under Centrally Sponsored Scheme ‘Poultry Development’. Therefore 2008-09 figures are for the erstwhile Centrally Sponsored Scheme, “Assistance to State Poultry Farms”
Annexure-III (Contd.)
Central Sector Scheme, “Poultry Venture Capital Fund” (Rs. in lakhs) S. No State 2008-09* 2009-10 2010-11 Cumulative 1 Andhra Pradesh 7484400 83084200 144885800 244395200 2 Bihar 183400 183400 3 Chhattisgarh 0 4 Goa 2285900 5 Gujarat 0 6 Haryana 1561000 7 Himachal Pradesh 0 8 Jammu & Kashmir 1410000 9 Jharkhand 425000 1185000 10 Karnataka 892100 2938000 2994200 10454300 11 Kerala 1250000 3262900 4805400 12 Madhya Pradesh 345000
13 Maharashtra 27683400 1874100 131759500 174266000 14 Odisha 1504000 1975700 15 Punjab 6849000 16 Rajasthan 2677000 17 Tamil Nadu 714500 9209600 18 Uttar Pradesh 793600 793600 19 Uttarakhand 1170200 4859900 20 West Bengal 1250000 5550000 21 Arunachal Pradesh 425000 22 Assam 2500000 250000 3632669 23 Manipur 1833000 24 Meghalaya 0 25 Mizoram 360000 250000 2910000 26 Nagaland 0 27 Sikkim 0 28 Tripura 150000 150000 Total 41563400 90396300 285699600 481756669
* In 2008-09 the scheme was erstwhile ‘Dairy/Poultry Venture Capital Fund Scheme’ on interest-free loan mode; In 2009-10 it was segregated and was implemented as ‘Poultry Venture Capital Fund Scheme’. In 2011-12 ‘Poultry Venture Capital Fund Scheme’ was implemented on Capital Subsidy mode
Annexure III(Contd)
Centrally Sponsored Scheme “Poultry Development”- component ‘Rural backyard Poultry Development’ (this scheme component was launched in 2009-10)
(Rs. In lakh) S.No. State 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 (upto 7.3.2012) State NABARD* State NABARD State NABARD 1 Andhra - - 177.5 9.72 177.5 - Pradesh 2 Arunachal - - 69.2 - 65.4 - Pradesh 3 Assam - - 157.33 - - - 4 Bihar 163 9 162.5 - 652 36 5 Chhattisgarh - - - - 149.19 6 Goa - - 10.5 - - - 7 Jammu & - - 364.9 - 205.55 - Kashmir 8 Karnataka - - - - 231.5 12.6 9 Kerala 164 9 - - 164 - 10 Madhya - - 542.3 28.62 325 - Pradesh 11 Maharashtra - - - - 183 20.16 12 Meghalaya 49.1 - - - 31.5 - 13 Mizoram 20 - 40 20.4 - 14 Nagaland - - 72 5.76 97.95 - 15 Odisha - - 150 - - - 16 Punjab - - - - 65.5 3.6 17 Sikkim 40.5 - - - - -
31.5 18 Tamil Nadu - - 46.5 - - - 19 Tripura - - 60.5 - - - 20 Uttar Pradesh - - 54 - 384.2 23.76 21 West Bengal 72.996 - 1318 61.66 - - Total 541.096 18 3225.23 105.76 2752.69 96.12 G.Total 559.096 3330.99 2848.81
Centrally Sponsored Scheme “Poultry Development”- component ‘Poultry Estates’
(Rs. in lakh) S. No. State 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 State NABARD State NABARD State NABARD (upto 7.3.2012) 1 Sikkim - 2 Odisha - Total 98.25 203.27 159 270 - -
Annexure-IV
Number of beneficiaries under ‘Rural Backyard Poultry Development’ component of ‘Poultry Development’ Scheme. (in numbers) S.No. State 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 (upto 7.3.2012) 1 Andhra Pradesh - 8100 8100 2 Arunachal Pradesh - 3000 3000 3 Assam - 10825 - 4 Bihar 7500 7500 30000 5 Chhattisgarh - - 6866 6 Goa - 1000 - 7 Jammu & Kashmir - 16900 9550 8 Karnataka - - 10500 9 Kerala 7500 - 7500 10 Madhya Pradesh - 24900 15000 11 Maharashtra - - 8400 12 Meghalaya 2100 - 1500 13 Mizoram 900 1800 900 14 Nagaland - 4800 4550 15 Odisha - 7500 - 16 Punjab - - 3000 17 Sikkim 3000 - - 18 Tamil Nadu - 2100 - 19 Tripura - 2700 - 20 Uttar Pradesh - 2500 17500 21 West Bengal 3476 60000 - Total 24476 153625 126366
Annexure-V
Details of Poultry Venture Capital Fund Scheme (2011-12)
Sl. No. Name of the State Amount of Subsidy released till 29.2.2012 (Rs. In lakh) 1 Jammu & Kashmir 7.1 2 Andaman & Nicobar Island 9.21 3 Uttarakhand 10.41 4 Maharashtra 26.48 5 Assam 29.27 6 Goa 3 7 Kerala 80.13 8 Andhra Pradesh 127.46 9 Bihar 11.45 10 Gujarat 7.5 11 Himachal Pradesh 7.61 12 Uttar Pradesh 4.5 13 Chhattisgarh 0.63 14 Karnataka 4 15 Odisha 0.56 Total 329.31
Annexure-VI
Details of funds utilization under ‘Development of Inland Fisheries & Aquaculture’ (2008-12)
(Rs in Lakh) S. No. Name of State 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Released Utilized Released Utilized Released Utilized Released 1 Andhra Pradesh 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 2. Arunachal Pradesh 24 24 24 24 93 68 100 3 Assam 75.02 75.02 75 75 0 0 75 4 Bihar 0 - 0 - 20 18.63 31.4 5 Chhattisgarh 50 50 77.5 77.5 131.25 131.25 81 6 Goa 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 7 Gujarat 25 25 0 - 0 0 0 8 Haryana 25 22.94 75 75 66.5 66.5 60 9 Himachal Pradesh 27 13.05 0 - 0 0 0 10 J & K 100 100 112. 50 112.5 112.5 112.5 153 11 Jharkhand 62.5 62.5 50 18 0 0 0 12 Karnataka 0 0 33 0 0 0 0 13 Kerala 70 70 100 100 150 150 145.87 14 Madhya Pradesh 100 100 250 250 210 156.84 89 15 Maharashtra 20 20 39.35 0 0 0 0 16 Manipur 40 40 75 75 75 75 106 17 Meghalaya 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 18 Mizoram 40 40 100 100 342 342 200 19 Nagaland 90 90 200 200 195.5 100.5 310 20 Orissa 190 190 236.25 172 130 120 206.73 21 Pondicherry 5 5 6.95 0 0 0 0 22 Punjab 100 0 0 - 0 0 0 23 Rajasthan 24.05 19.61 0 - 8.6 0 0 24 Sikkim 34.98 34.98 0 - 0 0 10 25 Tamil Nadu 0 178.75 75 225 200 350 26 Tripura 24 24 24 0 37.81 0 100 27 Uttar Pradesh 88 88 150 150 273.15 273.15 400 28 Uttarakhand 33.45 10 67.65 47.655 24 24 28.8 29 West Bengal 100 100 200 200 200 200 180
Annexure-VII
Details of funds utilization under ‘Development of Marine Fisheries, Infrastructure and Post Harvest Operations during 2007-11)
(Rs in lakh)
Sl.No States 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Released utilized Released Utilized Released Utilized Released 1 Andhra Pradesh 95 92 191 0 100 0 0 Arunachal 0 0 2 Pradesh 0 - 0 - 0 3 Assam 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 4 Bihar 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 5 Goa 105 9 175.63 100.63 60 15 217.39 6 Gujarat 326.6 26.6 0 - 500 0 1187.4 7 Haryana 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 8 Himachal Pradesh 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 9 J&K 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 10 Karnataka 274.7 274.7 622.195 306.415 1090.28 0 729.778 11 Kerala 700 700 1716.8 1061.8 1420.78 0 0 12 Madhya Pradesh 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 13 Maharashtra 203.48 200 115.52381 0 700 0 0 14 Manipur 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 15 Meghalaya 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 16 Mizoram 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 17 Nagaland 0 - 0 - 0 0 0
18 Orissa 150 150 300 0 65.21 0 15 19 Punjab 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 20 Rajasthan 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 21 Sikkim 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 22 Tamil Nadu 550 350 650 350 1700 0 0 23 Tripura 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 24 Uttar Pradesh 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 25 West Bengal 1095.22 1095 1575 1000 912.735 0 0 26 A & N Islands 0 - 0 - 15 0 10.34 27 Chandigarh 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 Dadra & Nagar 0 0 28 Haveli 0 - 0 - 0 29 Daman & Diu 97.5 95.5 80.05563 0 6 0 0 30 Delhi 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 31 Lakshadweep 0 - 6 0 0 0 0 32 Puducherry 907.5 905.5 200 0 400 0 0 33 Chhattisgarh 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 34 Uttarakhand 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 35 Jharkhand 0 - 0 - 0 0 0 36 Cochin Port Trust 0 0 55 37 Others 0.000 - 0.000 - 841.42 313.150 179.420
Annexure- VIII
Details of funds released and utilized ‘National Scheme of Welfare of Fishermen’ during 2008-12
(Rs in lakh)
S. No. States/UTs 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Released Utilized Released Utilized Released Utilized Released Andhra 0 1 Pradesh 140.34 140.34 57.12 57.12 200 0 Arunachal 2 Pradesh 19.62 19.62 100 99.75 100 3 Assam 15.8 15.8 0 0 10 0 42.07 4 Bihar 0 0 0 0 293 285 0 5 Chhattisgarh 3.38 3.38 36.19 36.19 15 15 59.83 6 Daman & Diu 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 Goa 11.57 4.07 6 6 24 20.78 23.47 8 Gujarat 86.03 80.75 0 0 0 0 45.32 9 Haryana 0 0 6.4 0 0 0 0 Himachal 12.15 10 Pradesh 5.5 5.5 6.26 6.26 12.15 14.12 11 J & K 29.58 29.58 60 60 125 125 0 12 Jharkhand 123.6 123.6 248.21 245.9 256.33 256.33 0 13 Karnataka 312.06 312.06 93.54 93.54 133.86 133.86 154.33 14 Kerala 232.21 232.21 652.57 647.57 526 85 520.98 15 Maharashtra 20 20 20 20 0 0 1.4 16 M.P. 33.03 31.46 60.93 60.43 35.85 24.08 229.32 17 Manipur 37.88 37.88 25 25 56.44 38.22 0 18 Meghalaya 0 0 0 0 17.66 0 0 19 Mizoram 0 0 29.45 29.45 11.22 11.22 14.69 20 Nagaland 124.5 124.5 190 190 104.08 104.08 202.24 21 Orissa 89.65 89.65 0 0 20.98 16.98 133.55 22 Punjab 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 23 Pondicherry 150 150 340 340 299 299 270 24 Rajasthan 5.4 5.4 27 8.67 0 0 11.48 25 Sikkim 0 0 12 12 12 0 12 26 Tamil Nadu 240 240 737.94 728.28 683.43 683.43 300 27 Tripura 36 36 63.55 63.55 74.13 74.13 30.56 28 Uttar Pradesh 200 200 150 150 249.25 249.25 100 29 Uttarakhand 6.45 6.45 19.65 19.65 7.95 0 0 30 West Bengal 361.2 361.2 71.2 71.2 299.2 22.4 22.4
31 A&N Islands 1.68 1.68 0.95 0.95 4.15 4.15 0 32 FISHCOPFED 225.32 225.32 592.72 577.72 623.8 600.81 50 33 Lakshadweep 0 0 0 0 0 0 30 34 Others 6.61 6.61 16.51 2.51 0 0 0
Annexure-IX
Details of funds released and utilized under Central Sector Scheme on Strengthening of Data Base and Geographical Information System for the Fisheries (2008-12)
(Rs in lakh) 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 S.No. States/ UTs Released Utilised Released Utilised Released Utilised Released 1 Andhra Pradesh 11.3 15.29 27.86 18.6 14.5 13 0 2 Arunachal Pradesh 10 10 14.68 0 10 0 0 3 Assam 0 0 0 8.3 5.62 0 0 4 Bihar 6 0.17 0 0 0 0 0 5 Goa 0 4.5 5 5.57 14.68 14.68 19.09 6 Gujarat 11.3 9.23 0 0 0 0 18 7 Haryana 9.2 5.86 0 5.91 0 0 21.1 8 Himachal Pradesh 5 5.02 9.05 9.05 10.5 10.5 12.9 9 Karnataka 7.65 7.62 11.5 11.03 15.57 15.57 13 10 Kerala 0 0 11.66 9.25 13.81 0 0 11 Madhya Pradesh 0 0 0 0 12 0 0 12 Maharashtra 0 7.89 19.37 13.55 17.63 14.73 15 13 Manipur 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 14 Mizoram 9.72 9.72 11.8 11.8 12.7 12.7 16.36 15 Sikkim 0 2.5 0 0 0 0 0 16 Meghalaya 0 1.65 2.34 2.85 0 0 0 17 Nagaland 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 18 Tripura 3 3 3 3 3 3 3.5 19 Orissa 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 Punjab 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 21 Rajasthan 9.96 11.26 13.88 14.8 18.49 14.98 16.69 22 Tamil Nadu 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 23 Uttar Pradesh 0 6.34 0 2.07 16.26 14.93 15 24 West Bengal 9.3 6.62 92.32 92.32 370.55 314.55 10 25 Uttarakhand 0 0 0 0 4.15 1.21 0 26 Jharkhand 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Reg. of Fishing 83.7 0 27 Vessels 0 0 0 0 83.7 28 Chhattisgarh 0 2.48 6.04 5.78 9.02 6.75 3 29 Pondicherry 0 4.5 5 0 0 0 0 30 A & N. Island 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 31 Lakshadweep 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 32 CIFRI 0 0 0 0 0 48.52 30 33 CMFRI 0 0 0 0 140 126 13.5 34 FSI 0 0 0 0 10 10 10 35 FISHCOPFED 0 5 0 0 65 65 25 DAHD HQ(Comp) 2.65 3.85 36 TMC 0 0 0 0 2.65 Registration of 97.19 0 Fishing Vessels & 37 Others 0 0 0 0 97.19
Annexure-X
Details of funds released under Central Sector Scheme on Strengthening of Data Base and Geographical Information System for the Fisheries Sector during 2008-09 to 2011-12
(Rs. in lakh) Sl. No. Name of the 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
State/UTs Sanctioned Released Sanctioned Released Sanctioned Released 1 Andhra Pradesh 1654.83 1653.22 1596.46 928.91 986.6 986.6 426.65 Andaman & 0 2 Nicobar 0 0 0 0 0 0 Arunachal 0 3 Pradesh 443.22 223.43 1059.54 612.66 446.89 446.89 4 Assam 14.38 14.39 172.58 87.14 14.16 14.16 183.09 5 Bihar 36.95 36.95 4.98 6 Chhattisgarh 198.81 198.82 428.3 397.71 133.85 133.85 149.03 7 New Delhi 206.93 206.93 11.78 2.53 196.26 196.26 0 8 Gujarat 0.45 0.45 0 9 Goa 9.46 9.46 0 0 0 10 Haryana 10.29 10.29 0 0 3.53 3.53 0 11 Himachal Pradesh 302.68 162.68 20.8 20.8 0 12 Jharkhand 67.39 67.4 173.36 172.86 77.92 77.92 102.42 Jammu & 98.55 13 Kashmir 396.93 328.46 32.55 32.55 14 Karnataka 1223.8 752.4 1223.38 1174.19 541.62 541.62 370.43 15 Kerala 348.87 348.88 2198.73 1585.68 1547.7 1547.7 392.79 16 Madhya Pradesh 0.98 0.98 266.13 266.13 25.33 17 Maharashtra 207.78 207.78 617.65 362.38 240.98 240.98 1269.68 18 Manipur 11.49 11.49 1519.57 388.64 6.61 6.61 1.47 19 Meghalaya 13.2 0 0 0 20 Mizoram 461.09 454.46 564.55 52.04 50.22 50.22 92.23 21 Nagaland 13.58 13.59 226.99 185.03 34.05 34.05 125.6 22 Orissa 1720.83 966.05 63.37 46.49 215.93 215.93 252.65 23 Puducherry 1.05 1.05 22.5 22.5 39.92 39.92 0 24 Punjab 44.84 40.37 4.47 4.47 20.56 20.56 16.57 25 Rajasthan 1.38 1.38 0 0 112.5 112.5 0.41 26 Sikkim 4.94 4.94 37.72 33.34 113.28 113.28 76.32 27 Tamil Nadu 582.23 503.43 966.62 737.52 205.75 205.75 420.75 28 Tripura 84.33 84.33 23.69 21 4.15 4.15 98.07 29 Uttar Pradesh 11.32 10.47 159.49 77.31 116.3 116.3 5.18 30 Uttarakhand 1.59 1.6 0 0 0.5 0.5 1.72 31 West Bengal 255.23 227.29 1109.5 518.91 438.63 438.63 15.38
NATIONAL LIVESTOCK POLICY 13th March, 2012
LSQ 124
SHRI SURENDRA SINGH NAGAR DR. (SMT.) KRUPARANI KILLI SHRI NARENDRA SINGH TOMAR
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government is contemplating to formulate any National Livestock Policy to increase their population; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the Government has conducted/proposes to conduct any survey on livestock; (d) if so, the details thereof and the outcome thereof; (e) Whether the policy draft has been sent to the State Governments for their consultation; (f) if so, the reaction of the State Governments thereto; and (g) the other various steps taken/proposed to be taken to increase the number of livestock/milch animals?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR.CHARANDAS MAHANT)
(a&b) Yes, Madam. The objective of the proposed National Livestock Policy is to provide common guidelines to the states to implement various state specific programmes so as to attain a sustainable livestock sector that would provide optimal food security, food safety, livelihood security and improved socio-economic status of the farmers while ensuring a clean environment.
(c) & (d) The Department regularly conducts Livestock Census and Integrated Sample Survey (ISS) for major livestock products (MLP). The 18th Census figures are notified and are available on the Department of Animal Husbandry Dairying & Fisheries website.
(e) & (f) Yes Madam. The draft National Livestock Policy was circulated to all States/UTs for comments/ concurrence and comments of various states have been received.
(g) The Department is implementing the following schemes to promote livestock: i) National Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding (NPCBB) ii) Central Cattle Breeding Farms, Central Frozen Semen Production and Training Institute and Central Herd Registration Scheme, iii) Integrated Development of Small Ruminants & Rabbits. iv) Piggery Development.
DECLINE IN AGRICULTURAL LAND 13th March, 2012
LSQ 125
SHRI RAMESH BAIS SHRI A.T. (NANA) PATIL SHRI MAHABAL MISHRA SHRI P. L. PUNIA SHRI N. CHALUVARAYA SWAMY SHRI GOPINATH PANDURANG MUNDE DR. PONNUSAMY VENUGOPAL SHRI SAJJAN SINGH VERMA SMT. KAMLA DEVI PATLE SHRI S. PAKKIRAPPA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has taken note of diversion of agricultural land for non-agricultural purposes leading to shrinkage in cultivable land; (b) if so, the details thereof during each of the last three years, State/UT-wise; (c) the reasons identified therefor alongwith its likely impact on foodgrain production; (d) whether any strategy has been chalked out to expand the cultivable land; and (e) if so, the details thereof alongwith the remedial measures taken/proposed to be taken by the Government to check the reduction of cultivable/agricultural land?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (c): As per the Land Use Statistics data compiled by Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Ministry of Agriculture, the cultivable land in the country has come down to 182.5 million hectares during 2009-10 as compared to 182.7 million hectares during 2007-08. Further, land under non-agricultural purposes has increased from 25.7
million hectares in 2007-08 to 26.2 million hectares in 2009-10. The State-wise cultivable land and land under non- agricultural purposes for the said period is at annexure.
However, as a result of various initiatives taken by the Government to enhance production and productivity in the agriculture sector, the production of foodgrain has increased from 230.8 million tonnes in 2007-08 to 244.8 million tonnes in 2010- 11.Further, as per the latest estimates, the foodgrain production has touched a record high at 250.4 million tonnes in 2011-12. Thus, a marginal decline in the cultivable agricultural land is not likely to have any adverse impact on the foodgrain production.
(d) & (e): As per the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, Land falls under the purview of State Governments and therefore, it is for the State Governments to bring in suitable Policy/Act/Legislation to check the diversion of agricultural and for non-agricultural purposes. With a view to prevent conversion of agricultural land for non agricultural purposes, Government of India has also taken several steps, viz.
National Policy for Farmers 2007 (NPF 2007): National Policy for Farmers, 2007 has recommended that “ Prime farmland must be conserved for agriculture except under exceptional circumstances, provided that the agencies that are provided with agricultural land for non-agricultural projects should compensate for treatment and full development of equivalent degraded / wastelands elsewhere. For non-agricultural purposes, as far as possible, land with low biological potential for farming would be earmarked and allocated.” State Governments have been advised to earmark lands with low biological potential such as uncultivable land, land affected by salinity, acidity, etc., for non-agricultural development activities, including industrial and construction activities.
National Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy, 2007 (NRRP, 2007): National Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy, 2007 formulated by Ministry of Rural Development, Department of Land Resources has recommended that as far as possible, projects may be set up on wastelands, degraded land or un-irrigated land. Acquisition of agricultural land for non agricultural use in project may be kept to the minimum; multi-cropped land may be avoided to the extent possible for such purposes, and acquisition of irrigated land, if unavoidable, may be kept to the minimum. These policies have been sent to the States/UTs for implementation.
Further, to increase the agricultural land area in the country and for maintaining balance in different types of land uses, the Government is implementing various Programmes/Schemes, such as, (i) National Watershed Development Project for Rainfed Areas (NWDPRA), (ii) Soil Conservation in the Catchments of River Valley Projects and Flood Prone Rivers (RVP & FPR), (iii) Reclamation & Development of Alkali and Acid Soils (RADAS) and (iv) Watershed Development Project in Shifting Cultivation Areas (WDPSCA).
LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 125 DATED 13-03-2012
Annexure referred to in reply to Lok Sabha Unstarred Question no.125 due for answer on 13.3.2012 (area in thousand hectares) State/UTs/Year Area put to non-agricultural uses Agricultural Land/Cultivable Agricultural Land ANDHRA PRADESH 2007-08 2725 15939 2008-09 2742 15928 2009-10 2765 15921 ARUNACHAL PRADESH 2007-08 25 423 2008-09 25 422 2009-10 26 424 ASSAM 2007-08 1218 3211 2008-09 1218 3211 2009-10 1218 3211 BIHAR 2007-08 1653 6637 2008-09 1670 6620 2009-10 1690 6601 CHHATTISGARH 2007-08 687 5585 2008-09 721 5581
2009-10 703 5570 GOA 2007-08 37 197 2008-09 37 197 2009-10 37 197 GUJARAT 2007-08 1009 12680 2008-09 1009 12680 2009-10 1009 12680 HARYANA 2007-08 457 3746 2008-09 470 3728 2009-10 470 3730 HIMACHAL PRADESH 2007-08 467 824 2008-09 467 824 2009-10 467 824 JAMMU & KASHMIR 2007-08 302 1040 2008-09 297 1044 2009-10 306 1058 JHARKHAND 2007-08 754 4302 2008-09 764 4289 2009-10 764 4288 KARNATAKA 2007-08 1369 12891 2008-09 1375 12892 2009-10 1386 12891 KERALA 2007-08 463 2316 2008-09 475 2305 2009-10 479 2303 MADHYA PRADESH 2007-08 2012 17310 2008-09 2050 17322 2009-10 2091 17298 MAHARASHTRA 2007-08 1428 21151 2008-09 1433 21149 2009-10 1443 21130 MANIPUR 2007-08 26 242 2008-09 26 243 2009-10 26 240 MEGHALAYA 2007-08 91 1056 2008-09 91 1053 2009-10 98 1052 MIZORAM 2007-08 125 379 2008-09 124 348 2009-10 87 415 NAGALAND 2007-08 74 677 2008-09 95 659 2009-10 87 671 ORISSA 2007-08 1298 7126 2008-09 1298 7126 2009-10 1298 7126 PUNJAB 2007-08 483 4236 2008-09 492 4215 2009-10 503 4206 RAJASTHAN
2007-08 1847 25576 2008-09 1970 25578 2009-10 1976 25569 SIKKIM 2007-08 11 98 2008-09 11 98 2009-10 11 98 TAMIL NADU 2007-08 2169 8149 2008-09 2173 8146 2009-10 2176 8131 TRIPURA 2007-08 131 310 2008-09 131 310 2009-10 131 310 UTTARAKHAND 2007-08 217 1549 2008-09 217 1547 2009-10 216 1548 UTTAR PRADESH 2007-08 2761 19179 2008-09 2779 19166 2009-10 2801 19148 WEST BENGAL 2007-08 1762 5721 2008-09 1793 5689 2009-10 1799 5684 A&N ISLAND 2007-08 8 26 2008-09 9 27 2009-10 7 28 CHANDIGARH 2007-08 5 2 2008-09 5 2 2009-10 5 2 D & N HAVELI 2007-08 4 24 2008-09 4 24 2009-10 4 24 DAMAN & DIU 2007-08 0 3 2008-09 0 5 2009-10 0 4 DELHI 2007-08 76 54 2008-09 76 54 2009-10 76 53 LAKSHADWEEP 2007-08 3 2008-09 0 3 2009-10 0 3 PONDICHERRY 2007-08 18 30 2008-09 18 30 2009-10 18 30 ALL INDIA 2007-08 25711 182691 2008-09 26064 182514 2009-10 26171 182466 Source: DES, Ministry of Agriculture
FARMERS SUICIDE 13th March 2012
LSQ 130
SHRI PRABODH PANDA SHRI NARANBHAI KACHHADIA SHRI K. SUGUMAR DR. MUNISAMY THAMBIDURAI SHRI P. KARUNAKARAN KM. SAROJ PANDEY SHRI GOPINATH PANDURANG MUNDE SHRI RAMESH BAIS SHRI PRASANTA KUMAR MAJUMDAR SMT. JAYSHREEBEN PATEL SHRI PONNAM PRABHAKAR
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the farmers continue to commit suicide in various States/UTs despite adoption of scientific measures of farming/Bt. Cotton etc.;
(b) if so, the number of farmers committing suicides or deaths reported due to unnatural reasons during each of the last three years in each State/UT including Vidharbha region;
(c) whether the Government has taken note of incidents of farmers` suicides on account of the rise in prices of agricultural inputs not commensurate with the Minimum Support Price of agricultural produce;
(d) if so, the details thereof including the remedial measures taken by the Government in this regard; and
(e) the steps taken/proposed to be taken by the Government to improve the financial conditions of farmers, overcoming indebtedness alognwith the action initiated for setting up of Micro Financial Institutions (MFIs) in rural areas of the country?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (e): Number of suicides by farmers due to agrarian reasons during each of last three years, as reported by State Government/UT including Vidarbha region in Maharashtra, is given in Annexure.
Reasons of suicide by farmers, as reported by State Governments, are manifold which, inter-alia, include indebtedness, crop failure, drought, socio-economic and personal.
Measures taken by Government of India to prevent suicide by farmers, improve financial condition and overcome indebtedness include following:
(i) Implementation of Rehabilitation Package covering 31 districts in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala and Maharashtra, under which an amount of Rs.19910.70 crore has been released till June 30, 2011.
(ii) Implementation of Agricultural Debt Waiver and Debt Relief Scheme, 2008, which benefitted about 3.69 crore farmers, involving debt waiver/relief of Rs.65,318.33 crore, as per provisional figures.
(iii) Increasing credit flow to agriculture sector to Rs.468291.28 crore, as of March, 2011. Target of credit flow for 2011-12 has been raised to Rs.475000 crore, against which achievement as of November 2011 is Rs.294023 crore.
(iv) Providing Kisan Credit Card (KCC) to all eligible and willing farmers in time bound manner to facilitate flow of credit to farmers and increase financial inclusion. Up to October 2011, Rs.10.78 crore KCC have been issued.
(v) Providing interest rate subvention for timely repayment of crop loan up to Rs.3 lakh, whereby effective rate of interest for such farmers who repay their crop loan on time has come down to 4% per annum.
(vi) This benefit of pre-harvest interest rate subvention is now available also to small & marginal farmers having KCC for further period of up to six months post-harvest on same rate as for crop loan against negotiable warehouse receipt for keeping their produce in warehouse.
(vii) Announcement of Minimum Support Price (MSP) for identified agricultural commodities every year to ensure remunerative price and increase farmers’ income. MSP of major agricultural commodities has been stepped up significantly e.g., during 2004-05 to 2011-12, range of increase in MSP is from 80% in case of Groundnut to 148% for pulses (Moong).
(viii) Microfinance service through apex institutions like National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), Small Industries Development Bank of India and Rashtriya Mahila Kosh. At retail level, Commercial Banks, Regional Rural Banks, and Cooperative banks also provide microfinance services. NABARD provides technical support in the form of capacity building of staff of Micro Financial Institutions (MFIs) and also bankers in appraisal of MFIs for providing wholesale resource support.
In order to revitalize agriculture sector and to improve conditions of farmers on sustainable basis, other measures taken by the Government, inter-alia, include significant increase in public investment in agriculture sector through implementation of various schemes such as Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana, National Food Security Mission, National Horticulture Mission, National Mission on Micro-Irrigation, Watershed Management, Soil Health & Fertility management etc.
LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 130 DATED 13-03-2012 ANNEXURE S. No. Name of State/UT Period/(Date of report) Number of suicides by farmers due to agrarian reasons as reported by State Government 1 Andhra Pradesh 2009 299 2010 187 2011 (14.02.2012) 109 2 Karnataka 2008-09 156 2009-10 138 2010-11 (02.08.2011) 77 3 Maharashtra 2009 550 2010 454 2011 (29.07.2011) 123 4 Kerala 2009 Nil 2010 Nil 2011 (01.08.2011) Nil 5 Tamil Nadu 2008 Nil 2009 Nil 2010 (10.11.2010) Nil 6 Punjab 2008 12 2009 15 2010 (20.09.2010) 4 7 Gujarat 29.06.2011 Nil 8 Assam 23.05.2011 Nil 9 Arunachal Pradesh 09.05.2011 Nil 10 Bihar 06.06.2011 Nil 11 Chhattisgarh 06.01.2011 Nil 12 Goa 29.07.2011 Nil 13 Haryana 16.05.2011 Nil 14 Himachal Pradesh 01.08.2011 Nil 15 J & K 17.08.2011 Nil
16 Jharkhand 18.06.2010 Nil 17 Manipur 02.12.2010 Nil 18 Meghalaya 24.06.2011 Nil 19 Madhya Pradesh 18.01.2011 Nil 20 Mizoram 23.05.2011 Nil 21 Nagaland 24.06.2011 Nil 22 Odisha 26.03.2011 Nil 23 Rajasthan 23.11.2010 Nil 24 Sikkim 04.03.2011 Nil 25 Tripura 01.06.2011 Nil 26 Uttar Pradesh 24.01.2011 Nil 27 Uttarakhand 19.07.2011 Nil 28 West Bengal 13.12.2010 Nil 29 A & N Islands 27.04.2011 Nil 30 Govt. of NCT of 25.02 2011 Nil Delhi 31 Daman & Diu 02.05.2011 Nil 32 Dadra & Nagar 05.05.2011 Nil Haveli 33 Lakshadweep 17.03.2011 Nil 34 Puducherry 22.09.2011 Nil 35 Chandigarh 12.07.2011 Nil
DEMAND OF ORGANIC FOODS 13th March, 2012
LSQ 162
SHRI NRIPENDRA NATH ROY SHRI NARAHARI MAHATO
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the demand for organic food items had increased in the country during the last few years; (b) if so, the details thereof and the status of the existing demand, supply, consumption and products of the organic food produced in the country; (c) whether the Government has any plans and projection for the coming years in respect of improved variety of food products; and (d) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. Demand for Organic Food items is on the rise during the last few years. Ministry of Agriculture does not maintain data on demand, supply and consumption of various organic food items. However, according to Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), production of certified organic agri-products for the last 3 years is as under:
2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 (Million tonnes) (Million tonnes) (Million tonnes) 1.62 1.7 3.88
(c) & (d): Government is providing incentives to cultivators of organic food products under the `National Horticulture Mission` (NHM) @ Rs 10,000/- per ha for maximum area of 4 ha per beneficiary, setting up of vermi- compost units @50% of the cost, subject to a maximum of Rs 30,000/- per beneficiary and organic farming certification @ Rs. 5.00 lakh for a group of farmers covering an area of 50 ha.
SECOND GREEN REVOLUTION 13th March, 2012
LSQ 171
SHRI SURESH KUMAR SHETKAR
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether structural adjustment package of Rs. 2500 crore to give a second push to the Green Revolution has not been released to the States so far; (b) if so the details thereof and the reasons therefor; and (c) the steps being taken to deliver the said package to the States?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (c): Government of India, in the Union Budget of 2011-12, had announced an allocation of Rs. 2500 crores under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) for nine special programmes/sub-schemes such as Bringing Green Revolution in Eastern India (BGREI); Integrated Development of 60,000 Pulses Villages in Rainfed Areas; Promotion of Oilpalm; Initiative on Vegetable Clusters; Initiatives for Nutritional Security through Intensive Millet Promotion (INSIMP); National Mission on Protein Supplements (NMPS); Accelerated Fodder Development Programme (AFDP); Rainfed Area Development Programme (RADP); and Saffron Mission in Jammu & Kashmir (Saffron Mission). Immediately after announcement of budget, operational guidelines were developed and uploaded on the website of the department and also circulated to all the States. States have implemented approved action plans under these programmes. Technical backstopping and regular monitoring has been put in place in collaboration with research institutions, expert consultants and officers of the department. As a result, planned interventions have been extended to the farmers during the year.
The State-wise allocations and release made under the above nine sub- schemes during 2011-12 is at Annexure-I.
Annexure to the Lok Sabha Unstarred Question no. 171 for Answer on 13.03.2012
Annexture - I
Name of the BGREI Pulses Villages Oil Palm Veg Clusters Nutri-Ceraels AFDP NMPS RADP Saffron Mission Total State Allocat Relea Allocat Relea Allocat Relea Allocat Relea Allocat Relea Allocat Relea Allocat Relea Allocat Relea Allocat Relea Allocat Relea ion se ion se ion se ion se ion se ion se ion se ion se ion se ion ses Andhra 25.1 25.1 192 192 17 17 11.32 12.21 24.5 30 17.75 17.75 15 15 302.67 309.0 Pradesh 6 Arunachal 3.5 3.5 0.62 0.62 0 4.12 4.12 Pradesh Assam 33.32 33.32 12 12 3 3 48.32 48.32 Bihar 55.33 55.33 10.18 10.18 12 12 24.5 24.5 24.29 24.29 126.3 126.3 Chhatisgarh 55.21 55.21 11.22 5.61 0.48 0.24 12 12 10.29 5.12 25 4.69 12.38 6.19 15 7.5 141.58 96.56 Goa 3.5 1.75 0 3.5 1.75 Gujarat 14.4 14.4 4.8 4.8 12 12 15.02 15.02 15 15 14.58 14.58 30 30 105.8 105.8 Haryana 12 12 3.47 4.42 15 15 12.18 12.18 42.65 43.6 Himachal 12 12 6.68 6.68 18.68 18.68 Pradesh Jammu & 12 6 0 50 10 62 6 Kashmir Jharkhand 31.68 31.68 12 12 1.16 1.16 14.88 14.88 59.72 59.72 Karnataka 30.86 30.86 33.6 33.6 17 17 26.57 26.57 30 30 18.5 18.5 20 20 176.53 176.5 3 Kerala 12 6 6.82 3.41 18.82 9.41 Madhya 55.48 55.48 12 6 21.66 21.66 30 30 24.82 11.7 25 25 168.96 149.8 Pradesh 4 Maharashtra 50.96 50.96 0.96 0.96 17 17 91.48 91.48 30 30 24.8 24.8 35 35 250.2 250.2 Manipur 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5 Meghalaya 3.5 3.5 3 3 6.5 6.5 Mizoram 14.8 14.8 3.5 1.75 5 2.5 23.3 19.05 Nagaland 3.5 3.5 5 5 8.5 8.5 Orissa 62.62 62.62 9.9 9.9 17.76 17.76 12 12 2.95 2.96 17.72 17.72 20 20 142.95 142.9 6 Punjab 12 6 15.5 7.75 11.7 5.85 39.2 19.6 Rajasthan 43.22 43.22 12 12 87.68 87.68 45 52.04 17.81 17.81 35 35 240.71 247.7 5 Sikkim 3.5 3.5 0.43 0.43 3 3 6.93 6.93 Tamil Nadu 7.32 7.32 33.6 33.6 17 17 10.79 10.79 15.5 15.5 18.17 18.17 25 25 127.38 127.3 8 Tripura 3.5 3.5 0 3.5 3.5 Uttar Pradesh 85.66 85.66 38.36 38.36 12 12 4.4 4.4 30 30 27.52 27.52 30 30 227.94 227.9 4 Uttarakhand 12 6 5.87 2.94 0 17.87 8.94 West Bengal 72.2 72.2 17 7.69 0.64 0.64 10.4 5.2 100.24 85.73 Total States 396.02 396.0 297 291.3 298 297.7 293 250.1 294.35 288.1 300 284.4 300 263.7 250 242.5 50 10 2478.3 2314. 2 9 6 9 8 3 7 17 DAPs + 3.98 0.56 3 0.16 2 0.84 - 0.36 5.65 0.36 0 21.63 1.92 NIRD+Monit oring Grand Total 400 396.5 300 291.5 300 298.6 300
8 5 250.5 300 288.4 300 284.4 300 263.7 250 242.5 50 10 2500 2316. 5 6 8 3 09 Rs. 7.00 croe has been allocated NCT of Delhi under Vegetable Cluster.
NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL INNOVATION PROJECT 13th March 2012
LSQ 180
SHRI GOWDAR MALLIKARJUNAPPA SIDDESHWARA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and the World Bank have been implementing a joint National Agricultural Innovation Project (NAIP) in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the objectives of the said project;
(c) the details of funds released by the World Bank so far under the said project alongwith the terms and conditions thereof; and
(d) the extent to which post harvesting losses have been reduced since the implementation of said project?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS(SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) The National Agricultural Innovation Project (NAIP) is a World Bank and Govt. of India funded project, being implemented by ICAR.
(b) The overall objective of the NAIP is to facilitate accelerated and sustainable transformation of Indian agriculture in support of poverty alleviation and income generation. This is achieved by collaborative development and application of agricultural innovations by the public research organizations in partnership with the private sector, the civil society organizations and other stakeholders.
(c) As per agreement, the World Bank reimburses 80% of total expenditure. Till date total expenditure is approx. 777 crores of which approx. 621.8 crores (unaudited figures) has been reimbursed by the World Bank.
The terms and conditions of the credit are included in Credit Number 4161-IN and 4162-IN, and inter alia cover components such as execution of the project, financial covenants, effective date and dates of termination and miscellaneous provision.
(d) Value chains operated under NAIP showed reduction in post-harvest losses to the tune of 30% in Jasmine flower, 10% in Mango, 5-10% in Guava and 35-40% in Tuna.
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT IN AGRICULTURE 13th March, 2012
LSQ 196
SHRI PRADEEP MAJHI SHRI KISHANBHAI VESTABHAI PATEL
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) proposes to reorient its research and development programme in the field of agriculture so as to bridge critical gaps between labs and farms during the XIIth Five Year Plan period;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether it is also proposed to revise and reorient the course curriculum of agricultural education in the country to make it more relevant and farmers’ friendly;
(d) if so, the details thereof alongwith the criteria fixed for the purpose; and (e) the details of the other steps taken by the Government to improve agricultural education in the country?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE,FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS(SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) Yes, Madam. (b) Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) is taking initiatives to bridge the critical gaps between the labs and farms through prioritization with stake holder interactions, validation of results in farmers’ fields, scaling up of models through agri-incubators and Farmer First Programme.
(c) Yes, Madam.
(d) & (e): The revision of curriculum is need based continuous process. Presently, to make it more farmers’ friendly, the reorientation and revision of curriculum is proposed to equip the students with knowledge along with associated skills in production, processing, value addition, marketing and services. Besides, initiatives for enhancing system efficiency, attracting young talent, academic excellence through faculty, students development programmes, networking and linkages of agriculture universities with public, private R&D institutions and farmers and the quality assurance through accreditation are being taken up.
AGRICULTURAL SCHEMES 13th March, 2012
LSQ 211
DR. RAGHUVANSH PRASAD SINGH SHRI NARAYAN SINGH AMLABE SHRI GANESH PRASAD SINGH SMT. SHRUTI CHOUDHRY
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Union Government has implemented many agricultural schemes in various States including Madhya Pradesh and Haryana;
(b) if so, the details thereof, schemewise alongwith the production targets set under each of them;
(c) whether these schemes have not been fully successful due to flood and drought in the country;
(d) if so, the reaction of the Government thereto;
(e) the funds provided by the Union Government to various States under each scheme during the XI Five Year Plan period; and
(f) the details of the efforts being made by the Government to ensure that the benefits of these schemes accrue directly to the farmers?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (f): Yes, Madam. Department of Agriculture & Cooperation is implementing a number of schemes viz. Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana, National Food Security Mission, National Horticulture Mission, National Mission on Micro Irrigation, Macro Management of Agriculture, Support to State Extension Programmes for Extension Reforms, Integrated Scheme of Oilseeds, Pulses, Oil palm & Maize etc., for increasing productivity and production of food grains in the country including in Madhya Pradesh and Haryana. Department of Agriculture & Cooperation provides funds under these schemes to the State Governments, which actually utilize the same in conformity of the scheme requirements. National Food Security Mission was introduced in 2007-08 with the objective of achieving targeted increase in production of rice by 10 million tonne, wheat by 8 million tonne and pulses by 2 million tonne during eleventh plan period. Food grains production, which was 217.28 million tonnes at the end 10th Plan (2006- 07) reached an all time high of 252.42 million tonne (as per 2nd advance estimates) in the year 2011-12, despite country having faced severe drought in 2009. During the same period, production of rice has increased from 93.35 million tonne to 102.75 million tonne, production of wheat has .increased from 75.81 million tonne to 88.31 million tonne and production of pulses has increased from 14.20 million tonne to 17.28 million tonne. Details of funds released to States during the XI Five Year Plan under these schemes are given in the statements enclosed. These schemes directly or indirectly enhance the income and livelihood of farming community.
Annexure-I (i)
Statement referred to in reply to Unstarred Question No. 211 for answer on 13.3.2012 showing state-wise and Year- wise details of releases under National Food Security Mission from 2007-08 to 2011-12
(Rs. in Crore) As on 29.02.2012 SL.No. States 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Release Release Release Release Release 1 Andhra Pradesh 44.62 84.15 123.81 119.42 88.87 2 Assam 11.40 27.06 36.16 66.58 36.58 3 Bihar 36.31 81.05 44.14 51.56 74.87 4 Chhattisgarh 14.55 71.65 21.16 19.54 55.25 5 Gujarat 7.37 8.33 15.08 23.89 23.96 6 Haryana 21.14 11.05 28.65 35.75 27.07 7 Jammu & Kashmir 0.00 0.00 0.00 0 2.69 8 Jharkhand 0.00 9.80 4.93 16.49 12.20 9 Karnatka 7.87 30.15 47.65 72.52 73.26 10 Kerala 0.00 1.89 2.78 2.1 2.28 11 MP 46.11 64.38 59.33 160.72 146.82 12 Maharashtra 14.14 72.17 107.40 147.12 135.85 13 Orissa 11.34 62.24 63.41 58.53 64.76 14 Punjab 32.88 35.69 61.22 37.57 35.18 15 Rajasthan 24.59 18.83 39.15 76.05 79.28 16 Tamil Nadu 12.81 33.51 30.58 30.08 34.54 17 Tripura 3.63 18 Uttar Pradesh 83.79 155.20 226.28 177.57 244.96 19 West Bengal 13.00 63.36 71.65 33.94 35.67 Total 381.92 830.51 983.38 1129.43 1177.72
Annexure-1(ii)
Statement referred to in reply to Unstarred Question No. 211 for answer on 13.3.2012 showing State-wise and year- wise releases under RKVY from 2007-08 to 2011-12 (Rs. in Crore) As on 29.02.2012) Name of the 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Sl. No. State/UT Total Release Total Release Total Release Total Release Total Release
1 Andhra Pradesh 61.08 297.17 410.00 432.29 734.13 2 Aruna Pradesh 1.90 0.00 15.98 28.95 8.26 3 Assam 0.00 144.12 79.86 216.87 227.77 4 Bihar 57.77 148.54 110.79 415.10 506.82 5 Chhatisgarh 52.96 117.45 136.14 503.44 141.05 6 Goa 1.70 0.00 0.00 7.07 24.78 7 Gujarat 49.81 243.39 386.19 388.63 515.48 8 Haryana 21.52 39.50 112.77 226.80 169.87 9 HP 16.17 15.11 33.03 94.85 99.93 10 J & K 0.00 1.20 42.85 96.42 36.52 11 Jharkhand 55.68 29.31 70.13 96.90 168.56 12 Karnataka 154.30 314.14 410.00 284.03 595.90 13 Kerala 55.40 30.06 110.92 149.65 86.97 14 MP 101.62 146.05 247.44 559.18 264.55 15 Maharashtra 128.20 261.77 404.39 653.00 727.67 16 Manipur 0.00 0.90 5.86 15.50 22.25 17 Meghalaya 6.37 6.77 24.68 46.12 7.33 18 Mizoram 0.00 0.80 0.00 3.75 30.36 19 Nagaland 3.19 6.95 20.38 13.25 37.54 20 Orissa 39.30 115.44 121.49 274.40 356.96 21 Punjab 36.05 87.52 43.23 179.12 69.44 22 Rajasthan 55.76 233.76 186.12 628.01 692.08 23 Sikkim 2.77 5.68 15.29 6.56 20.08 24 Tamil Nadu 153.60 140.38 127.90 250.03 333.06 25 Tripura 4.16 16.08 31.28 116.48 17.99 26 Uttar Pradesh 103.90 316.57 390.97 695.36 757.26 27 Uttarakhand 28.25 10.30 71.46 1.31 65.89 28 West Bengal 54.93 147.38 147.38 335.98 273.94 Total States 1246.39 2876.34 3756.53 6719.05 6992.44
Annexure-1(iii)
Statement referred to in reply to Unstarred Question No. 211 for answer on 13.3.2012 showing State wise and Year wise details of releases under National Horticulture Mission during 2007-08 to 2011-12
( Rs. in Crore) As on 29.02.2012 S.No. States 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Release Release Release Release Release 1 Andhra Pradesh 78.37 129.68 95.67 105.18 92.70 2 Bihar 2.70 31.22 24.35 0.00 10.00 3 Chattisgarh 62.52 30.00 60.00 96.57 85.00 4 Goa 0.03 1.00 1.50 2.12 2.00 5 Gujarat 19.54 35.32 25.21 54.97 76.25 6 Haryana 64.76 33.00 56.00 51.50 76.23 7 Jharkhand 7.81 50.00 30.84 16.00 25.00 8 Karnataka 85.71 125.37 80.02 93.25 95.21 9 Kerala 61.48 75.17 0.00 44.00 49.00 10 Madhya Pradesh 55.37 60.00 35.45 51.00 45.00 11 Maharashtra 132.25 130.22 91.73 126.14 93.75 12 Orissa 38.12 23.41 35.00 32.59 46.73 13 Punjab 24.10 14.12 25.78 35.00 46.74 14 Rajasthan 56.73 40.98 25.00 40.00 35.00 15 Tamil Nadu 85.37 96.88 61.80 77.50 62.00 16 Uttar Pradesh 94.26 63.73 91.43 54.00 51.00
17 West Bengal 6.82 6.07 0.00 28.80 18.00 Total States 875.94 946.17 739.78 908.62 909.61
Annexure-1(iv)
Statement referred to in reply to Unstarred Question No. 211 for answer on 13.3.2012 showing State wise and Year wise details of releases under National Mission on Micro Irrigation during 2007-08 to 2011-12
Rs. in core State 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Released Released Released Released Released Andhra Pradesh 57.48 97.27 143.11 240.00 252.24 Bihar 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Chattisgarh 7.83 9.54 12.52 10.19 20.00 Delhi 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Goa 0.00 0.02 0.11 0.24 0.25 Gujarat 73.50 48.99 44.47 120.00 130.64 Haryana 6.04 12.07 2.12 13.61 16.93 Jharkhand 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.50 9.91 Karnataka 68.65 73.19 63.81 92.54 84.64 Kerala 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 Madhya Pradesh 7.00 46.50 34.75 79.61 88.69 Maharashtra 138.97 147.48 107.07 222.37 206.40 Orissa 1.08 3.38 5.28 8.10 8.23 Punjab 4.27 5.05 8.59 12.61 16.00 Rajasthan 23.41 23.82 56.93 120.00 130.95 Tamil Nadu 22.00 0.00 0.00 65.91 56.25 Uttar Pradesh 0.00 1.50 0.00 8.12 0.00 West Bengal 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 TMNE States Arunachal Pradesh 0.75 Assam Manipur 0.50 Meghalaya 0.50 Mizoram 0.50 Nagaland Sikkim 4.00 Tripura 0.50 Himalayan States Jammu & Kashmir 2.00 Uttarakhand 0.75 Grand Total 410.23 468.81 478.76 997.05 1029.38
Annexure-1(v)
Statement referred to in reply to Unstarred Question No. 211 for answer on 13.3.2012 showing State wise and Year wise details of eleases under Macro Management of during 2007-08 to 2011-12
(Rs. in Crore) As on 29.02.2012
Name of 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 State/UT Release Release Release Release Release Andhra Pradesh 46.44 34.29 62.53 36.76 53.36
Arunachal Pr 26.50 20.50 22.50 32.21 20.22 Assam 15.95 8.12 8.12 11.68 0.00 Bihar 30.42 45.93 38.15 33.05 32.63 Chhattisgarh 24.55 21.70 21.70 20.82 17.61 Goa 4.33 1.40 1.00 0.46 0.38 Gujrat 57.72 50.45 38.30 39.19 41.88 Haryana 22.50 23.00 26.90 13.34 13.60 H P 22.15 25.85 20.00 22.91 17.05 Jammu & 25.54 Kashmir 30.26 30.90 15.83 25.02 Jharkhand 8.50 5.32 8.76 8.88 8.98 Karnataka 73.47 48.85 50.25 47.90 40.52 Kerala 17.25 9.07 12.75 11.84 10.01 Madhya Pradesh 47.90 58.35 61.71 69.15 55.16 Maharastra 120.35 103.13 92.75 109.10 75.38 Manipur 33.09 20.50 23.50 47.21 20.72 Mizoram 30.00 27.16 18.02 40.09 16.17 Meghalaya 9.25 14.25 14.25 21.09 19.50 Nagaland 23.84 23.25 24.75 36.71 22.00 Orissa 37.36 43.60 23.54 38.74 27.07 Punjab 6.50 17.50 18.75 8.14 6.88 Rajasthan 78.35 37.75 47.91 55.85 47.25 Sikkim 23.35 18.50 17.46 28.36 15.77 Tamil Nadu 66.63 42.70 29.35 46.08 37.77 Tripura 14.45 18.50 10.80 36.29 15.60 Uttar Pradesh 71.53 108.93 120.60 101.29 92.03 Uttaranchal 23.54 23.00 22.36 23.23 19.65 West Bengal 33.64 38.11 50.78 38.45 18.14 Total 995.10 919.97 918.39 994.65 770.35
Annexure-1(vi)
Statement referred to in reply to Unstarred Question No. 211 for answer on 13.3.2012 showing State wise and Year wise details of releases under Support to State Extension Programmes for Extension Reforms during 2007-08 to 2011-12
Rs. in crore State 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Released Released Released Released Released Andhra Pradesh 24.71 10.25 9.89 10.73 15.00 Bihar 14.63 22.56 12.47 9.73 45.21 Chhatisgarh 4.22 4.00 0.50 3.98 16.00 Goa 0.19 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Gujarat 3.11 1.89 5.57 5.10 22.00 Haryana 2.86 4.77 7.38 1.20 9.71 H.P 3.73 3.37 5.15 2.53 11.48 J&K 0.00 0.00 0.00 4.45 2.00 Jharkhand 5.58 0.00 6.05 7.81 8.00 Karnataka 3.39 4.52 2.50 6.35 13.00 Kerala 1.25 4.70 3.43 5.10 7.73 Maharashtra 12.83 14.25 9.39 11.35 28.00 M.P 6.12 21.98 15.34 9.90 14.33 Orissa 12.33 14.24 15.11 12.32 31.37 Punjab 4.28 6.38 2.11 4.64 8.00
Rajasthan 11.53 5.75 11.87 5.18 20.36 Tamil Nadu 6.79 12.66 11.13 14.93 21.25 Uttar Pradesh 21.35 25.86 41.59 24.34 38.38 Uttaranchal 2.62 1.80 6.64 2.00 3.00 West Bengal 6.35 18.15 0.00 0.00 0.00 Assam 0.00 2.00 0.00 3.75 3.00 Arunachal 1.42 0.39 1.98 3.37 5.93 Pradesh Manipur 0.94 2.86 0.00 1.75 2.68 Meghalaya 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Mizoram 0.47 1.93 1.22 0.76 4.03 Nagaland 0.00 2.70 3.79 2.10 5.97 Tripura 0.95 2.86 1.78 0.00 5.90 Sikkim 0.83 1.68 0.75 0.00 2.49 Total 152.48 191.55 175.64 153.37 344.82
Annexure-1(vii)
Statement referred to in reply to Unstarred Question No. 211 for answer on 13.3.2012 showing State wise and Year wise details of releases under ISOPOM during 2007-08 to 2011-12
( Rs. in Crore) As on 29.02.2012 S. No Name of the 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 state Release Release Release Release Release 1 AP 53.25 30.00 37.32 57.57 28.35 2 Assam 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 3 Bihar 11.00 8.00 8.60 7.99 4.18 4 Chhattisgarh 5.00 8.84 12.62 11.67 8.76 5 Gujarat 10.00 16.00 23.63 17.86 22.34 6 Goa 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 7 Haryana 8.00 7.00 6.56 5.03 5.23 8 H.P 1.00 0.10 0.59 0.89 0.83 9 J&K 0.75 0.00 0.83 1.32 2.06 10 Karnataka 25.00 27.00 17.38 57.49 22.04 11 Kerela 0.00 0.60 0.35 0.00 0.23 12 M.P 25.00 35.00 43.29 56.19 61.29 13 Mah. 20.00 29.00 34.28 54.98 60.00 14 Mizoram 3.00 3.90 5.54 8.77 3.61 15 Orissa 9.00 5.75 31.64 30.50 29.13 16 Punjab 0.00 0.31 0.58 0.61 1.40 17 Rajasthan 36.00 31.40 30.02 50.71 50.51 18 Tamil Nadu 12.00 19.00 17.54 11.33 9.68 19 Tripura 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 20 U.P 16.00 14.50 18.22 12.22 9.02 21 W.B 8.00 4.00 7.55 6.14 1.00 Total 243.00 240.40 296.54 391.27 319.66
CROP LOSS DUE TO HAILSTORM 13th March, 2012
LSQ 216
SHRI JAGDISH SHARMA SHRI NARAYAN SINGH AMLABE
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether there are reports of crop loss due to hailstorm and frost in the country including Madhya Pradesh;
(b) if so, the extent of loss suffered by the States during each of the last three years and the current year, State and crop-wise; and
(c) the details of assistance demanded by the States and given to them during the above said period?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): There are reports of crop loss due to hailstorm and frost in the country. Madhya Pradesh reported crop loss of 35.88 lakh hectares due to cold wave/frost in 2010-11 and Kerala reported crop loss of 855 hectares due to hailstorm during the year 2009-10.
(c): Frost/Cold wave is not an eligible calamity for assistance under State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF). The Government of Kerala demanded Rs.168.22 crore for the drought and hailstorm of 2009-10. The Government of India approved an amount of Rs.33.02 crore to the Government of Kerala subject to adjustment of 75% of available balance in State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) of the State Government.
BIRD FLU 13th March, 2012
LSQ 219
SHRI SANJAY SHAMRAO DHOTRE SHRI MANGANI LAL MANDAL
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state: (a) Whether the Government has estimated the losses suffered due to the outbreak of bird flu; (b) If so, the details thereof; (c) Whether compensation has been provided/proposed to be provided to the poultry farmers affected by the outbreak; and (d) If so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) The Government has not as such estimated the losses suffered due to the outbreak of the bird flu. However, the compensation is paid to the farmers for culling of birds and destruction of eggs and poultry feed as per the rates fixed for the purpose.
(b), (c) and (d). The farmers are being compensated for the losses on account of culling of birds and destruction of poultry feed and eggs on occurrence of outbreak of bird flu. An amount of Rs. 2047.54 lakh has been paid as compensation till the last occurrence as given in the Annexure.
DAIRY DEVELOPMENT AND POULTRY FARMING 20th March, 2012
LSQ *91
CHAUDHARY LAL SINGH
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government proposes to educate and promote entrepreneurship amongst farmers for adoption of scientific methods for dairy development and poultry farming in the country; (b) if so, the schemes launched/proposed to be launched for this purpose;
(c) the funds earmarked and provided to the farmers under various schemes during each of the last three years, State- wise; and the success achieved in developing entrepreneurship among the farmers?
THE MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (d): A Statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT IN RESPECT OF PARTS (a) to (d) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 91 TO BE ANSWERED ON 20/03/2012 REGARDING “DAIRY DEVELOPMENT AND POULTRY FARMING”
(a) Yes, Madam. (b), (c) & (d): Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) undertakes Research and Development (R&D) programmes through institute based projects as well as projects in All India Coordinated / Network mode in collaboration with State Agricultural / Veterinary Universities, Non Government Organizations and other State / Central Government Departments. While there are no funds earmarked for the farmers as such, these programmes are for farmers’ training and workshops. The names and location of Animal Science Institutes, All India Coordinated Research/Network Project Centres involved in dairy and poultry farming R&D is given at Annexure – I. Poultry germplasm in the form of fertile eggs, day old chicks and parent stocks are provided to the State Governments and poultry farmers on demand. The State-wise details of germplasm supplied during the last three years is given at Annexure – II. The Department of Animal Husbandry Dairying and Fisheries (DAHD&F) implemented Dairy Venture Capital Fund (DVCF) scheme from 2004-05 up to 31st August, 2010 for promoting dairy entrepreneurship among the farmers. The scheme was modified after evaluation and renamed as Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme (DEDS) with effect from 1st September, 2010. The DADH&F is initiating the National Dairy Plan, Phase I (2011- 12 to 2016-17) to promote dairy farming amongst the farmers so as to supplement their income. The details of the schemes are given at Annexure-III.
As far as Poultry is concerned, a Central Sector Scheme, ‘Poultry Venture Capital Fund’ being implemented through National Bank for Agricultural and Rural Development and component of Centrally Sponsored Scheme, “Poultry Development” viz. ‘Poultry Estates’(on pilot basis) with one of the objectives of developing entrepreneurial skills among farmers. No State-wise funds are earmarked / allocated for the schemes mentioned. The funds released are for various purposes like infrastructure, capacity building, waiving off of interests on 50% of the loan etc. The releases made during the last three years and the physical performance indicating the success may kindly be seen at Annexure- IV.
Annexure-I
[Part (b, c & d) of Lok Sabha Starred Q.No.91 for 20-03-2012]
Names and location of Animal Science Institutes and All India Coordinated Research/Network Project Centres involved in research activities in the area of dairy and poultry farming
S.No. Name of the Institute Location Deemed Universities 1. National Dairy Research Institute Karnal, Haryana 2. Indian Veterinary Research Institute Izatnagar. Bareilly , UP National Institute 3. Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes Hisar, Haryana 4. Central Avian Research Institute Izatnagar, Bareilly , UP Project Directorates 5. Project Directorate on Poultry Rajendranagar, Hyderabad , AP 6. Project Directorate on Cattle Meerut , UP
Network Project on Buffalo Improvement
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location
Coordinating Unit Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar, Haryana Cooperating Centres 1. Murrah Breed GADVASU, Ludhiana , Punjab 2. Murrah Breed HAU, Hisar, Haryana 3. Murrah breed CIRB, Hisar, Haryana 4. Murrah breed NDUAT, Faizabad, Uttar Pradesh 5. Nili-Ravi breed CIRB Sub Campus, Nabha, Punjab 6. Jaffrabadi breed JAU, Junagadh, Gujarat 7. Pandharpuri Breed MPKV, Kolhapur , Maharashtra 8. Godavari breed SVVU, Venkataramanagudem, Andhra Pradesh 9. Swamp breed AAU, Khanapara , Assam 10. Surti breed MPUAT, LRS, Vallabhnagar, Rajasthan 11. Bhadawari breed IGFRI, Jhansi , Uttar Pradesh 12. Bull and Semen Certification Lab CIRB, Hisar, Haryana Field Units 13. Murrah breed GADVASU, Ludhiana , Punjab 14. Murrah breed NDRI, Karnal, Haryana 15. Murrah breed CIRB, Hisar, Haryana New initiative in XI Plan 16. Murrah breed KAU, Mannuthy, Kerala 17. Murrah breed SVVU, Anthergaon, Andhra Pradesh 18. Murrah breed ICAR Research Complex, Patna, Bihar
All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Cattle
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit Project Directorate on Cattle, Meerut , UP Cooperating Units 1. Project Directorate on cattle, Meerut , UP 2. Frieswal Bull Rearing Unit Military Dairy Farm, Meerut , UP 3. Frieswal DRUs Military Dairy Farm, Meerut , UP 4. Ongole GP Unit, SVVU, Lam, Guntur , AP 5. Ongole DRUs SVVU, Lam, Guntur , AP 6. Field Progeny Testing Unit BAIF, Uruli-kanchan, Maharashtra 7. Field Progeny Testing Unit KAU, Mannuthy, Kerala 8. Field Progeny Testing Unit GADVASU, Ludhiana , Punjab New initiative in XI Plan 1. Sahiwal GP unit NDRI Karnal, Haryana 2. Sahiwal DRUs NDRI Karnal, Haryana
3. GADVASU, Ludhiana , Punjab 4. GBPUAT, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand 5. Bhiwani Gaushala, Bhiwani (Haryana) 6. Sahiwal Cattle Breeding Farm Chakgajria, Lucknow , UP 7. GLF Hisar, Haryana 8. Gir GP Unit JAU, Junagarh, Gujarat 9. Gir DR Unit JAU, Junagarh, Gujarat 10. Kankrej GP Unit SAU, Sardarkrushinagar, Gujarat 11. Kankrej DR Unit SAU, Sardarkrushinagar, Gujarat 12. FPT Unit GBPUAT, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand 13. FPT Unit ICAR NEH Region , Sikkim
AICRP on Poultry Breeding
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit Project Directorate on Poultry, Hyderabad Cooperating Centres 1. Poultry for Egg SVVU, Hyderabad , Andhra Pradesh 2. Poultry for Egg AAU, Anand, Gujarat 3. Poultry for Egg KAU, Mannuthy, Kerala 4. Poultry for Egg CARI, Izatnagar, UP 5. Poultry for Meat KAVFSU, Bidar, Karnataka 6. Poultry for Meat GADVASU, Ludhiana , Punjab 7. Poultry for Meat OUAT, Bhubaneswar , Odisha 8. Rural poultry production MPPCVVV, Jabalpur , Madhya Pradesh 9. Rural poultry production ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Agartala, Tripura New initiative in XI Plan 1. AAU, Guwahati , Assam 2. HPKVV, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh 3. BAU, Ranchi , Jharkhand 4. MPUAT, Udaipur , Rajasthan
Poultry Seed Project (New initiative during XI Plan)
Sl. No. Name of the Unit Location Coordinating Unit PDP, Hyderabad Cooperating Centres 1. Regional centre of ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region Imphal, Manipur 2. Regional centre of ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Gangtok, Sikkim 3. Regional centre of ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Jharnapani, Nagaland 4. RAU Vety College , Patna , Bihar 5. IGKVV, Raipur , Chattisgarh 6. WBUAFS, Kolkata, West Bengal
Annexure – II
[Part (b, c & d) of Lok Sabha Starred Q.No.91 for 20-03-2012]
State-wise Germplasm (fertile eggs/day old chicks /parent stock ) of Vanaraja, Gramapriya and Krishibro supplied during the last three years
State PDP AICRP Poultry Seed Project 2009- 2010- 2011- 2009- 2010- 2011- 2009 2010- 2011- Grand 10 11 12 Total 10 11 12 Total -10 11 12 Total Total 13431 20313 18104 AP 7 1 2 518490 6000 1500 2000 9500 527990 Assam 10541 18645 5415 34601 34601 3500 13354 Bihar 1781 2328 0 4109 0 98540 0 137649 Chandigar h 0 913 15943 16856 16856 Chattisgar h 7475 10721 0 18196 18196 Delhi 0 210 0 210 210 Goa 600 512 1442 2554 2554 Gujarat 1980 9119 810 11909 950 1440 2930 5320 17229 Haryana 0 650 0 650 650 Himachal Pradesh 160 0 0 160 160 Jammu & Kasmir 4116 4956 0 9072 9072 Jharkhand 1512 0 165 1677 1677 10256 10260 26951 Karnataka 945 5530 19988 26463 64342 7 6 5 295978 24021 Kerala 3 72724 50542 363479 15492 43298 16054 74844 438323 1287 Manipur 4145 0 2210 6355 9 35000 47879 54234 Mizoram 0 210 0 210 210 Madhya Pradesh 0 5225 14638 19863 7751 6766 8702 23219 43082 Maharastr a 4221 12513 10648 27382 27382 1895 Nagaland 3871 2845 5250 11966 0 42010 60960 72926 16183 Orissa 31236 13667 20044 64947 40534 53268 68030 2 226779 Port Blair 4406 13872 4470 22748 22748 19627 Punjab 792 420 420 1632 24012 83257 89004 3 197905 Sikkim 300 600 1021 1921 5571 21300 26871 28792 Tamil Nadu 0 0 1511 1511 1511 Tripura 550 0 0 550 5857 6200 5422 17479 18029 Uttar 16055 Pradesh 0 826 0 826 54767 53890 51895 2 161378 West 1355 Bengal 9300 20635 1449 31384 1 65000 78551 109935 46246 40025 33700 119972 21970 35218 34664 91853 8595 26185 34780 246605 Total 1 2 8 1 5 6 3 4 1 0 1 6
Annexure-III
[Part (b, c & d) of Lok Sabha Starred Q.No.91 for 20-03-2012]
Dairy Venture Capital Fund (DVCF) scheme
Venture Capital Fund (DVCF) scheme was implemented from 2004-05 upto 31st August, 2010 for promoting dairy entrepreneurship among the farmers. The scheme was modified after evaluation and renamed as Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme (DEDS) with effect from 1st September, 2010. The modified scheme provides greater coverage in terms of area of implementation, enhanced outlays for all components, change in funding pattern and inclusion of new components to make the scheme more effective. DEDS aims at promoting entrepreneurship and self employment in rural areas by providing credit assistance to agricultural farmers, individual
entrepreneurs and groups of unorganized sector and organized sector and promote clean milk production by setting up of modern dairy farms.
Some major changes have been made under the scheme to make the scheme more effective are given below:
a) Central Assistance in the form of Interest Free Loan of 50% of the project cost in DVCF has been replaced by Back ended Capital Subsidy in DEDS. The subsidy is 25% of the project cost for general category and 33.33% for SC & ST beneficiaries. b) Restriction on Operation Flood areas on the component of establishment of small dairy units under DVCF has been removed in DEDS. Operation Flood Districts are eligible for financing of all components under DEDS. c) Financing has been extended to indigenous descript milch cows like Sahiwal, Red Sindhi, Gir, Rathi etc and graded buffaloes upto 10 numbers under (DEDS) in addition to crossbred cows (DVCF). d) Rearing of heifer calves, crossbred and indigenous descript breeds of cattle and buffaloes upto 20 calves has been included in DEDS which was not available in DVCF. e) New components added under DEDS are setting up of (i) vermicompost unit (ii) Dairy Marketing Outlet/Dairy Parlour (iii) Crossbred female calf, indigenous cattle and graded buffalo calf for rearing. f) The financial limits for various components under the scheme have been increased in DEDS.
The scheme is demand driven. Hence the scheme does not provide State-wise allocation of funds within the year- wise budgetary outlay provided and no physical and financial targets are fixed under the scheme. The scheme is being implemented through NABARD. Bankable projects approved by the Financial Institutions are eligible for the subsidy. Funds are released by Government of India to NABARD which is provided to eligible financial institutions for disbursing the back ended capital subsidy to the beneficiaries for the approved projects. Copy of the Administrative Approval for the scheme (DVCF and DEDS) is enclosed.
The details of funds allocated during last three years as under DVCF and DEDS scheme are as follows:
Dairy Venture Capital Fund / Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme*
Years Outlay (BE/RE) ( Rs in lakh) 2008-09 3500 2009-10 2000 2010-11 3240 * Dairy Venture Capital Fund scheme was closed on 31.08.20110 and modified scheme Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme is being implemented from 01.09.2010
Statement indicating State-wise number of dairy units sanctioned and amount disbursed by NABARD under scheme Dairy Venture Capital Fund (DVCF) and Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme (DEDS) during last three years
(Rs in Lakh)
S. No. State DVCF* DEDS# 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 (Upto 2010-11 ( from 31.08.2010) 1.09.2010 to 31.03.2011) Units Amount Units Amount Units Amount Units Amount 1 Andaman 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
and Nicobar Andhra 2 Pradesh 8 12 4 6 10 14.83 105 120.89 3 Bihar 37 54.81 19 25.1 2 2.9 0 0 4 Chhattisgarh 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 Goa 0 0 2 10.93 0 0 0 0 6 Gujarat 0 0 0 0 0 0 195 78.12 7 Haryana 0 0 1 1.25 1 5.98 0 0 Himachal 8 Pradesh 6 9 1124 1148.11 778 661.78 396 205.62 Jammu & 9 Kashmir 19 33.25 38 62.35 80 115.76 514 196.81 10 Jharkhand 7 10.5 1 0.95 0 0 0 0 11 Karnataka 0 0 3 4.9 0 0 2 2.45 12 Kerala 20 29.86 104 152.15 22 35.9 0 0 Madhya 13 Pradesh 58 87.16 21 31.5 1 1.5 52 34.52 14 Maharashtra 3847 2903.92 1967 1874.8 1498 1482.26 51 23.78 15 Orissa 8 9.71 42 15.82 0 0 0 0 16 Punjab 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 17 Rajasthan 75 103.5 50 71.63 9 13.5 61 50.21 18 Tamil Nadu 139 95.02 63 72.1 48 37.52 267 46.07 Uttar 19 Pradesh 57 118.74 68 101.5 21 31.45 27 12.93 20 Uttaranchal 79 65 597 664.02 80 78.9 139 71.67 West 21 Bengal 49 51.71 72 25.92 0 0 0 0 Total 4409 3584.17 4176 4269.02 2550 2482.27 1809 843.06 N E States Arunachal 1 Pradesh 13 19.5 4 6 0 0 0 0 2 Assam 205 243.33 297 334.76 190 203.23 153 104.7 3 Manipur 17 60.5 37 55.5 5 7.5 0 0 4 Meghalaya 1 1.41 2 3 5 6.52 1 0.83 5 Mizoram 13 19.5 66 99 14 32 1 1 6 Nagaland 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 Sikkim 0 0 0 0 0 0 14 19.58 8 Tripura 147 42.33 137 48.5 52 16.17 0 0 Total 396 386.57 543 546.75 266 265.41 169 126.12 G.Total (Total A+B) 4805 3970.73 4719 4815.77 2816 2747.68 1978 969.18
Note: Dairy Venture Capital Fund scheme has been closed on 31.08.20110 and modified scheme Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme is being implemented from 01.09.2010 *the funds were disbursed by NABARD to sanctioned dairy units as Interest Free Loan under DVCF #the funds were disbursed by NABARD to sanctioned dairy units as back ended capital subsidy.
National Dairy Plan, Phase I (2011-12 to 2016-17)
Background
Milk is the single largest agriculture commodity in India in terms of the value of output. Due to higher GDP growth and growing incomes, the demand for milk is growing rapidly in the country. Emerging trends indicate that the demand for milk is likely to be in the range of 200-210 million tonnes in 2021-22 and the demand by 2016-17 (end year of 12th Five Year Plan) could be in the range of about 155 million tonnes. The incremental annual production of milk over the last 10 years has been on an average around 3.5 million tonnes per year; this must gradually rise so as to reach an average of 6 million tonnes per year over the next 12 years. Since bovine productivity takes a long time to increase, it is imperative that a scientifically planned multi-state initiative is launched at the earliest to improve bovine productivity.
National Dairy Plan Phase-I (NDP I) is to be implemented with a total investment of about Rs.2,242 crore comprising Rs.1584 crore as IDA credit, Rs.176 crore as GoI share, Rs.282 crore as share of End Implementing Agencies (EIAs) that will implement the project in participating States and Rs.200 crore by NDDB and its subsidiaries for providing technical and implementation support to the project.
Pattern of funding
100% grant-in-aid on nutrition and breeding (except for installation of new semen stations, where 25% of the project cost would be shared by End Implementing Agencies). On village milk procurement systems 50% of the cost of capital items will be shared by the End Implementing Agencies. Administrative expenses including training expenses under the scheme would be kept within the admissible 6% ceiling of total expenditure proposed under the scheme.
Approval Procedure
Projects under the scheme will be approved and monitored by the Committees that are to be set up as indicated below:-.
(a) National Steering Committee (NSC) chaired by Secretary, DADF, GoI would approve State Plans, Annual Action Plans, sanction release of funds to NDDB as well as re-appropriation of funds, and generally oversee and review implementation of NDP. The NSC would have the authority to consider and approve changes in eligibility criteria with reference to implementing agency, project area, norms of unit cost of components/items, composition of National & Project Steering Committees, component structure and re-appropriation proposals.
(b) Project Steering Committee (PSC) to be headed by Mission Director (NDP-I) will have representatives of DADF & NDDB. The Secretary (AH & Dairying) of the concerned State Government or his representative would be an invitee while discussing proposals pertaining to that particular state. Proposals received from EIAs and recommended by the Project Management Unit (PMU) in NDDB will be placed before the PSC for approval and sanction of funds for disbursement.
The objective of the Plan : a) To help increase productivity of milch animals and thereby increase milk production to meet the rapidly growing demand for milk. b) To help provide rural milk producers with greater access to the organised milk-processing sector.
These objectives would be pursued through the adoption of focused scientific and systematic processes in provision of technical inputs supported by appropriate policy and regulatory measures.
Implementing Agency:
The scheme will be implemented by NDDB through end implementing agencies (EIAs) comprising State Livestock Boards, State Cooperative Dairy Federations, District Cooperative Milk Producer Unions, cooperative forms of enterprises such as Producer Companies, Trusts (NGO’s, Section 25 companies), subsidiaries of statutory bodies, ICAR institutes and Veterinary/Dairy Institutes/Universities and any other entity as may be decided by the National Steering Committee to be set up under the NDP-I. The EIAs will be eligible for funding of various components based on the eligibility criteria which will comprise geographical, technical, financial and governance parameters.
Key Components:
1. Productivity Enhancement
a) Production of high genetic merit (HGM) cattle and buffalo bulls and import of Jersey/ HF Bulls for semen production i) Progeny testing ii) Pedigree Selection iii) Import of bulls (equivalent embryos) b) Strengthening existing semen stations / starting new stations for producing high quality disease free semen doses i) Strengthening existing semen stations -(A & B grade semen stations only) ii) New Semen stations c) Setting up a pilot model for viable doorstep AI delivery services (based on Standard Operating Procedures [SOPs]) through a professional service provider including animal tagging and performance record d) Improving nutrition of milch animals to produce milk commensurate with their genetic potential and for reducing methane emission i) Ration Balancing Program ii) Fodder Development
2. Village based milk procurement systems for weighing, testing quality of milk received and making payment to milk producers a) Milk weighing, testing and collection b) Milk cooling c) Support for creating institutional structure d) Training
3. Project Management and Learning
i. ICT Based MIS ii. Learning & Evaluation
Coverage:
Coverage of NDP-I would be to focus on areas with higher potential in the 14 major milk producing States of Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Orissa and Kerala which account for 90% of the country’s milk production. Coverage of NDP I will however be across the country in terms of benefits accruing from the scheme.
Project Benefits/ Results a. Contributing to increasing the milk production from a current level of 112 million tonnes to around 150 million tonnes; b. Increasing the productivity of in-milk animals in the project area – from a current level of under 4 kilograms/ day to about 4.3 kilograms/ day and the proportion of in-milk animals to adult females in the project area from a current level of 60 percent to about 64 percent; c. Increasing the total volume of milk sold by milk producers through existing dairy cooperatives and producer companies from a current level of about 275 lakh kilograms/ day to 425 lakh kilograms/ day. d. Produce about 2500 high genetic merit bulls and imports of about 400 bulls or equivalent embryos/ semen doses. e. An incremental production of about 47 million disease free quality semen doses annually in the terminal year.
f. Close to an annual 4 million doorstep AIs – adopting the prescribed SOPs – by the terminal year. g. Production of 7,500 tons of certified/ truthfully labelled fodder seed, setting up 2 straw densification plants and about 1350 silage making/ fodder conservation demonstrations. h. Pilots for re-vegetation of about 700 hectare of common grazing land for production of green fodder. i. Coverage of an additional 23,800 villages under milk procurement systems. j. An additional milk procurement of about 54 lakh kg per day in the terminal year.
Annexure- IV
[Part (b, c & d) of Lok Sabha Starred Q.No.91 for 20-03-2012]
Centrally Sponsored Scheme “Poultry Development”- component ‘Poultry Estates’ (this scheme component was launched in 2009-10)
(Rs. in lakh) S.No. State 2009-10 2010-11 Released to Released to Released to Released to State Govt NABARD State Govt NABARD 1 Sikkim 98.25 203.27 60 - 2 Odisha - - 99 270 Total 98.25 203.27 159 270
Central Sector Scheme, “Poultry Venture Capital Fund”*
(Rs. In lakh) S. No State 2008-09* 2009-10 2010-11 Interest-Free Loan basis On 1 Andaman & Nicobar Is. 0 0 0 2 Andhra Pradesh 74.844 830.842 1448.858 3 Assam 0 25 2.5 4 Bihar 0 0 1.834 5 Chhattisgarh 0 0 0 6 Goa 0 0 0 7 Gujarat 0 0 0 8 Himachal Pradesh 0 0 0 9 Jammu & Kashmir 0 0 0 10 Jharkhand 4.25 0 0 11 Karnataka 8.921 29.38 29.942 12 Kerala 12.5 0 32.629 13 Maharashtra 276.834 18.741 1317.595 14 Mizoram 3.6 0 2.5 15 Odisha 15.04 0 0 16 Tamil Nadu 7.145 0 0 17 Tripura 0 0 1.5 18 Uttar Pradesh 0 0 7.936 19 Uttarakhand 0 0 11.702 20 West Bengal 12.5 0 0 Total 415.634 903.963 2856.996
* In 2008-09 the scheme was erstwhile ‘Dairy/Poultry Venture Capital Fund Scheme’ on interest-free loan mode; In 2009-10 it was segregated and was implemented as ‘Poultry Venture Capital Fund Scheme’.
The uptake of number of units assisted under ‘Poultry Venture Capital Fund’ during last three years
S. No State 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11
1 Andaman & Nicobar - - - 2 Andhra Pradesh 5 59 100 3 Assam - 5 1 4 Bihar - - 1 5 Chhattisgarh - - - 6 Goa - - - 7 Gujarat - - - 8 Himachal Pradesh - - - 9 Jammu & Kashmir - - - 10 Jharkhand 1 - - 11 Karnataka 3 3 2 12 Kerala 1 - 4 13 Maharashtra 41 9 227 14 Mizoram 1 - 1 15 Odisha 2 - - 16 Tamil Nadu 1 - - 17 Tripura - - 1 18 Uttar Pradesh - - 1 19 Uttarakhand - - 4 20 West Bengal 1 - - 56 76 342
It may be seen that under ‘Poultry Venture Capital Fund’ the number of units supported during the last three years has increased.
As far as ‘Poultry Estates’ component is concerned, is being implemented on pilot basis at Sikkim and Odisha. The performance of the scheme and its continuation in XII Plan will be based on evaluation after they become operational.
Centrally Sponsored Scheme “Poultry Development”- component ‘Poultry Estates’ (this scheme component was launched in 2009-10)
(Rs. in lakh)
S.No. State 2009-10 2010-11 Released to Released to Released to Released to State Govt NABARD State Govt NABARD 1 Sikkim 98.25 203.27 60 - 2 Odisha - - 99 270 Total 98.25 203.27 159 270
Central Sector Scheme, “Poultry Venture Capital Fund”* (Rs. In lakh) S. No State 2008-09* 2009-10 2010-11 On Interest-Free Loan basis 1 Andaman & Nicobar Is. 0 0 0 2 Andhra Pradesh 74.844 830.842 1448.858 3 Assam 0 25 2.5 4 Bihar 0 0 1.834 5 Chhattisgarh 0 0 0 6 Goa 0 0 0 7 Gujarat 0 0 0 8 Himachal Pradesh 0 0 0 9 Jammu & Kashmir 0 0 0 10 Jharkhand 4.25 0 0
11 Karnataka 8.921 29.38 29.942 12 Kerala 12.5 0 32.629 13 Maharashtra 276.834 18.741 1317.595 14 Mizoram 3.6 0 2.5 15 Odisha 15.04 0 0 16 Tamil Nadu 7.145 0 0 17 Tripura 0 0 1.5 18 Uttar Pradesh 0 0 7.936 19 Uttarakhand 0 0 11.702 20 West Bengal 12.5 0 0 Total 415.634 903.963 2856.996
* In 2008-09 the scheme was erstwhile ‘Dairy/Poultry Venture Capital Fund Scheme’ on interest-free loan mode; In 2009-10 it was segregated and was implemented as ‘Poultry Venture Capital Fund Scheme’.
The uptake of number of units assisted under ‘Poultry Venture Capital Fund’ during last three years
S. No State 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 1 Andaman & Nicobar - - - 2 Andhra Pradesh 5 59 100 3 Assam - 5 1 4 Bihar - - 1 5 Chhattisgarh - - - 6 Goa - - - 7 Gujarat - - - 8 Himachal Pradesh - - - 9 Jammu & Kashmir - - - 10 Jharkhand 1 - - 11 Karnataka 3 3 2 12 Kerala 1 - 4 13 Maharashtra 41 9 227 14 Mizoram 1 - 1 15 Odisha 2 - - 16 Tamil Nadu 1 - - 17 Tripura - - 1 18 Uttar Pradesh - - 1 19 Uttarakhand - - 4 20 West Bengal 1 - - 56 76 342 It may be seen that under ‘Poultry Venture Capital Fund’ the number of units supported during the last three years has increased.
As far as ‘Poultry Estates’ component is concerned, is being implemented on pilot basis at Sikkim and Odisha. The performance of the scheme and its continuation in XII Plan will be based on evaluation after they become operational.
NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL INSURANCE SCHEME 20th March, 2012
LSQ *97
SHRI BHISMSHANKAR ALIAS KUSHAL TIWARI
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government is implementing the National Agricultural Insurance Scheme (NAIS) in the country on the basis of area approach;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the notified unit area under the said scheme; (c) whether the Government has revised the NAIS on the basis of the recommendations of the Joint Working Group set up for suggesting improvements in the scheme; (d) if so, the details thereof; and (e) the efforts made by the Government to make the farmers well informed about the said scheme?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 97 DUE FOR REPLY ON 20TH MARCH, 2012.
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. The Government is implementing NAIS in the country on the basis of area approach from Rabi 1999-2000 with the aim to cover risk to the crops. As per provisions of the scheme, the implementing States/UTs are free to notify any unit area, viz., Tehsil, Taluka, block, mandal, firka, gram panchayat/village keeping in view the capacity of the State to undertake requisite number of Crop Cutting Experiments (CCEs) and availability of adequate past yield data. (c) & (d): In order to make the scheme easier and more farmer friendly, Modified National Agricultural Insurance Scheme (MNAIS) has been approved in year 2010 incorporating the major improvements suggested by the Joint Group such as reduction in unit area to the level of village/village panchayat, increase in minimum indemnity level from present level of 60% to 70% more precise calculation of threshold yield, actuarial premium rates with subsidy upto 75%, coverage of pre- sowing/planting risk and post harvest losses, on account payment etc. The scheme has been approved for implementation in 50 districts from Rabi 2010-11 on pilot basis. (e): Continued efforts are made to create awareness about ongoing crop insurance schemes by the implementing agency, i.e., Agriculture Insurance Company (AIC) in coordination with implementing states. The salient activities for campaigning involving the publicity of features & benefits of the scheme through advertisements in leading National/local News Papers, telecast through audio- visual media, distribution of pamphlets, participation in agriculture fairs / mela / gosthi and organization of workshops / trainings etc.
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION 20th March, 2012
LSQ 928
SHRI RAVNEET SINGH
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether agricultural production has increased by just 16% since 2003 whereas consumption of fertilizers increased by 46%; and (b) if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) & (b): Details of percentage increase in the production of major agricultural crops and the consumption of fertilizers in 2010-11 as compared to 2003-04 are as under:
Agricultural Production Percentage (%) increase in 2010-11 as compared to 2003-04
Foodgrains 14.82 Oilseeds 28.96 Cotton 140.37 Sugarcane 46.40 Fertilizers Consumption 62.45
Besides application of micronutrients/fertilizers, production and productivity of crops is also influenced by other factors such as quantity and distribution of rainfall, quality of seeds, weather/climate situation, pest management etc. As such, increase in production of crops is not directly proportional to increase in consumption of fertilizers.
INTEGRATED FARMING SYSTEM 20th March, 2012
LSQ 933
SHRI RAJAIAH SIRICILLA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government is taking steps for self sustained integrated farming system model wherein 90 per cent of nutrient requirement is met through farm level processing of waste bio-mass produced in the farm itself, which is one of the basic principles of organic farming practices; (b) if so, the details thereof; and (c) the action plan being prepared in this regard for the 12th Plan period?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) & (b): Government is promoting the concept of integrated farming system by encouraging use of on-farm reclycling of bio-waste through various schemes like National Project on Promotion of Organic Farming (NPOF), Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY), National Horticulture Mission (NHM), Macro Management of Agriculture (MMA) & National Food Security Mission (NFSM). Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) is also developing and disseminating location specific self sustainable farming system approach for small and marginal farmers. (c): During 12th Plan Integrated Farming System will be promoted under National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture.
INTER CROPPING 20th March, 2012
LSQ 977
SHRI RAYAPATI SAMBASIVA RAO
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether inter-cropping is beneficial in cutting down the use of chemicals which helps in production but harm the environment; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether any research has been made by the research institutes in this regard; and (d) if so, the details and the outcome thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) & (b): Intercropping systems which are having synergistic effect help to reduce use of chemicals. Intercropping with trap crops reduces use of pesticides while intercropping with leguminous crops in cereals reduces rate of application of chemical fertilizers. (c) & (d): Project Directorate for Farming Systems Research, Modipuram studies crop intensification/diversification of prevailing cropping systems of the country through its 31 on-station and 32 on-farm centres. Trap crops are also tested for pest and disease management in organic farming at 13 locations through Network Project on organic farming. Some of the salient research findings are annexed.
Annexure of Unstarred Question No . 0977 Dated 20.03.2012 Research Findings of Inter-Cropping
SI. No. Cropping System Research Findings. 1. Maize for cobs+ vegetable cowpea in 1:1 ratio on broad 21.84 t/ha as Rice Equivalent beds and sesbania in furrows during Kharif and mustard Yield with productivity of 59.84 in furrows and 3 rows of lentil on broad beds in Rabi kg grain/ha/day. while 3 rows of green gram on beds in summer. 2. Rice-potato-onion + maize relay cropping. Additional rice-equivalent yield of 20.43 t/ha. 3. Rice-gariic-maize reiay cropping Additional net returns of Rs. 51.910/ha/ year over existing rice-wheat system. 4. Conventional tillage, cropping system of castor+ green Recorded the highest pearlmillet gram-summer greengram, mulch/residue equivalent yield and net returns. incorporation. 5. Cotton + cowpea-pearlmillet crop sequence followed by Net return up to Rs. 91,508/ha. cotton+ cowpea-fodder pearlmillet and intensification of cotton-pearimiilet. 6. 1/3 Farm Yard Manure (FYM) + 1/3 Vermicompost Scope for management of pest (VC) + 1/3 Neem Cake with intercropping of soybean and diseases through trap in maize, radish in potato and coriander in onion. cropping reduces use of chemical fertilizers through complimentary intercropping systems.
BASIC FACILITIES FOR FISHING COMMUNITY 20th March, 2012
LSQ 995
SHRI M. K. RAGHAVAN
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has any proposal for providing drinking water and better sanitation to the fishermen in the country including Kerala; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) the present status of these schemes; and (d) the amount released and utilised under the scheme during the last three years and the current year, State-wise?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR.CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) to (d) There is no proposal with the Government for providing drinking water and better sanitation to the fishermen in the country. However, under the Centrally Sponsored `National Scheme of Welfare of Fishermen there is a provision for providing assistance for installation of a tube-well for every 20 houses in a fisherman village under the component `Development of Model Fishermen Villages`. All the States including Kerala are eligible to seek assistance under the said Scheme. The cost of installation of a tubewell i§ limited to 30,000/- (35,000/- for North- Eastern States), which is shared by the Centre and the States on 50:50 basis. In the case of North-Eastern States this sharing is on 75:25 basis while the entire cost is borne by the Centre in respect of Union Territories, The details of tubewells approved during the last three years and current year are as under:-
Name of States Number of Tubewells approved
2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Bihar 0 0 102 0 Gujarat 21 0 0 0 Jharkhand 24 72 66 10 Madhya Pradesh 0 4 0 50 Manipur 11 0 0 8 Meghalaya 0 0 3 0 Mizoram 0 11 0 0 Nagaland 23 26 30 0 Rajasthan 0 3 0 0 Uttarakhand 3 1 3 0
QUALITY OF SOIL 20th March, 2012
LSQ 999
SHRI ANANT KUMAR DATTATREYA HEGDE SHRI ANTO ANTONY SHRI GAJANAN DHARMSHI BABAR SHRI ARJUN ROY SHRI DHARMENDRA YADAV SHRI KAPIL MUNI KARWARIYA SHRI SHIVAJI ADHALRAO PATIL SHRI P. KUMAR SHRI ANANDRAO ADSUL
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has assessed the health of soil including the quality after continued use of chemical fertilisers, pesticides etc. and its likely impact on the overall food production; (b) if so, the details thereof alongwith the plan of action initiated to improve soil health and productivity; (c) whether the Government proposes to promote sustainable growth in agriculture in the country; (d) if so, the steps taken by the Government in this direction; (e) the number of soil testing laboratories in each State/UT at present; and (f) the steps taken by the Government to set up more such laboratories?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) investigations have revealed emergence of multi-nutrient deficiencies including micro and secondary nutrients (viz. sulphur, zinc and boron) is several parts of the country particularly in intensively cultivated Indo-Gangetic plains. The latest estimates on nutrient deficiencies at the country level are of the order of around 90, 80, 50, 41, 49, 33, 13, 12, 5 and 3 percent for nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium, sulphur, zinc, boron, molybdenum, iron, manganese and copper respectively. Investigations under All India Coordinated Research project (AICRP) on `long term fertilizer experiments` over the last few decades concluded that only integrated use of optimal dose of NPK and organic manure can maintain soil health and give higher sustainable quality yields. Accordingly, Government is advocating Integrated Nutrient Management (INM) envisaging conjunctive use of both inorganic and organic sources of nutrients viz. Farm Yard manure (FYM)/ Compost, bio-fertilizers, green manures etc. to sustain good soil health and higher crop productivity in the country. (c) & (d): In order to promote sustainable agricultural growth in the country, soil test based balanced and judicious use of fertilizers in conjunction with organic manures like Farm Yard Manure (FYM), compost, vermi-compost, green manure and bio-fertilizer is being promoted through the scheme National Project on Management of Soil Health & Fertility (NPMSH&F).
(e): There are 1049 soil testing laboratories (STLs) in the country. The number of STLs in each State/UT is given at annexure. (f): The Government is encouraging setting up of STLs under National Project on Management of Soil Health & Fertility (NPMSH&F) and also under flagship schemes such as Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojna (RKVY) and Macro Management of Agriculture (MMA) Scheme.
Annexure LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 999 20-03-2012 State-wise Number of Soil Testing Laboratories (STLs) iri the country during 2010-11)
SI. No Name of the State No. of STLs I South Zone 1 Andhra Pradesh 118 2 Karnataka 26 3 Kerala 24 4 Tamil Nadu 47 5 Pudu cherry 2 6 A&N Island 2 Total 219 tf. West Zone 7 Guiarat 148 8 Madhya Pradesh 30 9 Maharashtra 39 10 Rajasthan 48 11 Chhattisqarh 10 12 Goa 2 Total 277 III North Zone 13 Haryana 32 14 Punjab 70 15 Uttarakhand 16 16 Uttar Pradesh 283 17 Himachal Pradesh 15 18 J&K 18 19 Delhi 1 Total 435 IV East Zone 20 Bihar 39 21 Jharkhand 8 22 Orissa 11 23 West Benqal 20 Total 78 V NE Zone 24 Assam 11 25 Tripura 6 26 Manipur 5 27 Meghalaya 3 28 Naqaland 3 29 Arunachal Pradesh 6 30 Sikkim 1 31 Mizoram 5 Total 40 Grand Total 1049
NATIONAL MISSION ON MICRO IRRIGATION SCHEME 20th March, 2012
LSQ 1004
SHRI HARIBHAU MADHAV JAWALE
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the criteria adopted under the National Mission on Micro Irrigation (NMMI) for in distribution of subsidy to the States including Maharashtra; (b) whether the subsidy has been disbursed to farmers of Jalgaon area of Maharashtra as per the criteria under the said scheme; (c) if so, the details thereof during 2010-11 and 2011-12; and (d) if not, the reasons therefor?
MINISTER AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a): Under National Mission on Micro Irrigation (NMMI) assistance is being provided @ 60% of total system cost to small, marginal, SC & ST farmers and @ 50% for general farmers including 10% of state share. The States have the flexibility to enhance their share of assistance from their own resources. (b) to (d): Details are annexed.
ANNEXURE
Statement referred to Part (b),(c)&(d) of Unstarred Question No. 1004 raised by Shri Haribhau Jawale due for answer on 20.03.2012 Area (ha) Amount (Rs. in crore) Year 2010-11 23690 78.21 2011-12 # 29445.35 79.72
# Till February, 2012 Due to the pendency of proposals of previous year at the. time of launch of NMMI in June, 2010. Government of Maharashtra decided to give 50% subsidy instead of 60% to all farmers, as per the earlier norms under Micro Irrigation (MI) scheme till the previous back log is cleared.
FISHERMEN ENDANGERED BY NATURAL CALAMITIES 20th March, 2012
LSQ 1021
SHRI ANTO ANTONY
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has any record regarding the number of Indian fishermen endangered by natural calamities and external forces during the last three years; (b) if so, the details thereof, category-wise and year-wise; (c) whether the Government has received any complaint regarding missing fishermen during this period; (d) if so, the details thereof during the said period, State-wise and year-wise; and (e) the action taken by the Government in this regard?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES {DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) to (e) : The Ministry of Agriculture, Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries maintains no such databank. However, the Ministry under a Centrally Sponsored Scheme provides financial assistance to all Coastal State Governments and Union Territories(UTs) for supply of safety kits consisting of Global Positioning System(GPS), communication equipment, echo-sounder and search & rescue beacon to fishermen to ensure their safety at sea. Besides, the Indian Coast Guard is organizing community interaction programmes for the fishermen to bring in awareness about safety issues at sea. The Indian Coast Guard also undertakes certain welfare measures such as organizing of medical camps, distribution of medicines, life jackets etc. to develop a bond with fishing community. Community interaction programmes are also conducted by the Coast Guard to sensitize the fishing community on the prevailing security situation and develop them to be the eyes and ears for intelligence gathering.
SMALL FARM MANAGEMENT 20th March, 2012
LSQ 1029
SHRI GAJANAN DHARMSHI BABAR SHRI DHARMENDRA YADAV
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether there is an urgent need to introduce modern scientific method and technology in agricultural practices, particularly in small farm management to revitalise the agriculture sector in the country; (b) if so, the steps taken by the Government in this direction; (c) whether the Government had identified major the challenges in this regard; (d) if so, the details thereof; and (e) the steps taken by the Government to encourage small farm management?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. Ministry of Agriculture is implementing various schemes for providing improved and modern agricultural technologies to farmers including small farmers. These interventions include supply of seeds and quality planting materials, agriculture mechanization, storage and post harvest management, precision farming, conservation agriculture and watershed development, integrated nutrient management, integrated pest management, training and skill development in agricultural operations etc. These technological interventions are provided through the following major schemes : 1) Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY); 2) National Food Security Mission(NFSM); 3) National Horticulture Mission (NHM); 4) Macro Management of Agriculture(MMA); 5) Technology Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture in North Eastern States, Sikkim, Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand(TMNE); 6) Micro Irrigation Mission (MI); 7) Integrated Scheme of Oilseeds, Pulses, Oil Palm and Maize (ISOPOM); 8) Integrated Nutrient Management (INM); 9) Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA). Apart from enhancing livelihood support to the farmers, these interventions help in increasing productivity of farms and better economic returns. (c) & (d): Continuous fragmentation of operational land holding size, ensuing threat of climate change, concerns over natural resources conservation and preservation of bio diversity are some of the major challenges for revitalizing country’s agriculture. While frontier science and adoption of appropriate technology has been helping increase of food grain production in the country, traditional agriculture with its self regenerative nature and focus on basic needs of the villages with food, fodder, manure, fuel, fibre, tool/implements with eco-friendliness and protection of bio-diversity are finding new roles in nation’s vision for self sufficiency in food, nutritional and livelihood security.
Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has been continuously pursuing adaptive and anticipatory research to address these major challenges through various projects like National Initiative on Climate Resilent Agriculture (NICRA), All India Co- ordinated Research Projects (AICRP), National Agriculture Innovation Project (NAIP) etc. (e): Ministry of Agriculture has been taking active steps to encourage small farm management and making them viable through various programmes and schemes. Major initiatives under these programmatic interventions are as under: 1) Promoting suitable technologies relating to improved seeds, conservation of natural resources, improved water use efficiency, integrated nutrient and pest management etc.; 2) Integration of District Agriculture Development Plans (DAP) with project proposals to meet local agro climatic situations and land-cropping patterns; 3) Adoption of cluster approach for various crop development programmes to achieve greater reach of technologies and services to small and marginal farmers; 4) Compensating adverse economies of scale by organizing small farmers into groups for availing benefits of quality inputs, farm mechanization, market access etc.; 5) Provisioning of Venture Capital assistance to small farm enterprises through Small Farmers Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC); 6) Improved risk management system through strengthening existing agricultural insurance mechanisms and development & promotion of climate resilient technologies; 7) Convergence with other Rural Development schemes like MNREGA for focusing on development of infrastructure and irrigation facilities in the rural areas especially for benefiting small and marginal farmers; and 8) Fostering innovations and knowledge management to evolve better technologies and approaches while addressing constraints of small scale farming.
ASSISTANCE TO AGRICULTURE SECTOR 20th March, 2012
LSQ 1030
DR. MURLI MANOHAR JOSHI SHRI RAJIV RANJAN (LALAN) SINGH
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has implemented any scheme to provide special financial incentives to the private sector to increase capital investment for seeds, fertilisers, pesticides and manufacturing of agro processing equipment for the development of the agriculture sector in the country; (b) if so, the details thereof and the manner in which the Government proposes to provide financial assistance for the said purpose; (c) whether there is a steady expansion/ growth in the said sectors during the past years in the country; and (d) if so, the details thereof alongwith the annual expansion and growth rate in this regard? MINISTER OF MINISTRY (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR) (a) to (d): No, Madam. Department has not implemented any scheme to provide special financial incentives to private sector to increase capital investment for seeds, fertilizers, pesticides and manufacturing of agro processing equipment for the development of agriculture sector. However, credit linked back-ended capital subsidy is provided under various schemes being implemented by the Department for creating infrastructure for the development of agriculture and allied sector as per the guidelines of schemes. Private sector investment in Agriculture and allied sectors has enhanced from Rs.67723 crore in 2006-07 to Rs.109742 crore in 2009-10.
DRIP IRRIGATION 20th March 2012
LSQ 1044
SHRI RAMESH BAIS
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government is considering special schemes to increase the use of drip irrigation systems;
(b) if so, the land in hectares brought under drip/sprinkler irrigation system during each of the last three years and the current year, State-wise;
(c) the details of the financial assistance given by the Union Government to the States during the above period, State-wise;
(d) whether any special subsidy has been provided by the Union Government to the Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes, small and marginal farmers; and
(e) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a): No, Madam. A Centrally Sponsored Scheme, ‘National Mission on Micro Irrigation’ (NMMI) is already under implementation to increase the use of drip irrigation and sprinkler irrigation, in all states from June, 2010.
(b) & (c): An area of 6.90 lakh ha and 4.50 lakh ha has been covered under drip and sprinkler irrigation, respectively during 2010-12 (till Jan, 2012). State wise area covered under drip and sprinkler irrigation is at Annexure-I. State wise financial assistance given by the Union Government during 2010-12 is at Annexure-II.
(d) & (e): Assistance is provided @ 60% of total system cost to small, marginal, SC&ST farmers and @ 50% for general farmers in which 10% is State share. However, states are free to provide additional assistance to the farmer beneficiaries.
USE OF GM SEEDS 20th March 2013
LSQ 1045
DR. MUNISAMY THAMBIDURAI
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government proposes to provide financial assistance to promote the use of Genetically Modified (GM) seeds in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether the Multi-national Companies are testing GM crops/seeds without taking the Government concerned into confidence;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the reaction of the Government thereto?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a)& (b): Government of India does not provide any financial assistance in the form of subsidy for promoting the use of Genetically Modified (GM) seeds. However, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has provided
considerable science based thrust to the development of transgenic research. The ICAR- Network project on transgenic crops was launched in X Plan with budget outlay of Rs. 32.86 crores and continued in the XI plan with budget allocation of Rs. 92.80 crores.
Besides, since 2005-06, the Department of Agriculture and Cooperation (DAC) is implementing a component “Use of Biotechnology in Agriculture” under Central Sector Scheme “Development and Strengthening of Infrastructure Facilities for Production and Distribution of Quality Seeds”, for providing financial assistance for post release monitoring of transgenic crops through State Agricultural Universities (SAUs)/ Department of Agriculture of States/ Krishi Vigyan Kendras; strengthening of State Seed Testing Laboratories for quality control of GM seeds; public awareness through SAUs, scientific organization/ Institutes and promotion of tissue culture through SAUs/ Specialized Institutions/ Seeds Corporation.
Also, Department of Biotechnology (DBT) has supported a number of R&D projects with ultimate aim to identify important genes and manipulate these for generating transgenic plants with improved agronomic character and resistance against various pathogens/ stresses. In addition, it has undertaken accelerated crop improvement programme for improving crops viz. wheat, rice, chickpea, maize and soyabean for biotic stresses, quality trait improvement, submergence and salt tolerance through marker assisted breeding.
(c) to (e): No, Madam. The Multinational companies/ research organizations involved in any kind of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) and products thereof including GM crops are required before undertaking any such activity, to seek prior approval of the committees constituted under the ‘Rules for the Manufacture, Use/ Import/Export and Storage of Hazardous Micro Organisms/ Genetically Engineered Organisms or Cells notified by the Ministry of Environment and Forests through their Notification No. 621 in official Gazette of Govt. of India on December 5, 1989 under the provisions of the ‘Environment (Protection) Act’, 1986.
Further, recognizing the important role of State Governments in monitoring of GM crops, the Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee (GEAC) in its 111th meeting held on 06.07.2011 decided that the applicants shall henceforth obtain No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the State Government in the first instance before issuance of the approval letter for conducting trails so as to avoid disruption of ongoing research trails.
LOAN FOR PURCHASE OF ANIMALS 20th March, 2012
LSQ 1078
SMT. YASHODHARA RAJE SCINDIA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government proposes to provide loan at low rate of interest for purchase of animals; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the Government is likely to instruct the banks to provide loan to the farmers for purchase of animals without any hurdles; and (d) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARANDAS MAHANT)
(a) & (d) No, Madam. However, the Government is implementing a Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme (DEDS) under which back ended capital subsidy is provided to the beneficiaries through eligible financial institutions. The rate of subsidy is 25% of the project cost for general category and 33.33% for SC and ST beneficiaries.
ASSISTANCE FOR SOIL CONSERVATION
20th March, 2012
LSQ 1079
SHRI MANISH TEWARI
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether any financial assistance is provided to States for effective conservation of soil; (b) if so, the details of the proposals received from various States during 2010-11 and 2011-12, State-wise; and (c) the present status of such proposals, State-wise?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (c): Yes Madam. Government of India, Ministry of Agriculture is providing financial assistance to State Governments for soil and water conservation through various watershed development programmes, namely; National Watershed Development Project for Rainfed Areas(NWDPRA) , Soil Conservation in the Catchments of River Valley Project and Flood Prone River (RVP&FPR), Reclamation and Development of Alkali & Acid Soils (RDAAS) and Watershed Development Project in Shifting Cultivation Areas (WDPSCA). Annual Works Plan are prepared by the States based on which funds are allocated for implementation of these programmes. State wise physical & financial achievements during 2010-11 to 2011-12 are annexed.
UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 1079 DATED 20-03-2012 State-wise Physical & Financial Achievement of Watershed Development Programmes of Ministry of Agriculture (Physical - Area in hectare & Financial· Rs. in Lakh) Physical & Ficancial Achievement for Watershed Development Proarammes Sl No. Name of the States 2010-11 2011-12 (as on 01.01.2012) Phv. Fin. Phy. Fin. 1 Andhra Pradesh 10453 1000.31 9319 544.36 2 Arunachal Pradesh 20852 2088.90 5300 640.00 3 Assam 10960 1141.84 4050 425.00 4 Bihar 2978 384.96 0 0.00 5 Chattisgargh 10295 886.07 8700 678.82 6 Gujarat 33770 3527.90 22333 2525.00 7 Haryana 7945 999.63 7729 775.51 8 Himachal Pradesh 10449 1341.66 4668 633.00 9 Jharkhand 10366 1217.97 7016 821.84 10 Jammu & Kashmir 7766 762.29 2500 338.00 11 Karnataka 39471 2500.00 18192 1600.00 12 Kerala 10484 791.06 2134 220.40 13 Madhya Pradesh 53471 5012.02 32800 2780.00 14 Maharashtra 64113 5966.50 0 0.00 15 Manipur 30519 2921.00 19236 2312.75 16 Meghalaya 14800 1654.50 12370 1396.16 17 Mizoram 31388 3810.00 11920 1232.00 18 Nagaland 24065 2746.16 17840 2074.00 19 Odisha 14737 1641.22 7900 898.80 20 Punjab 4654 559.25 200 75.00 21 Rajasthan 59693 4936.31 41667 3265.00 22 Sikkim 9050 896.37 3086 319.09 23 Tamil Nadu 23544 2250.42 50020 2941.21 24 Tripura 14075 1818.20 4695 571.42
25 Uttar Pradesh 70163 6932.60 45318 4214.26 26 Uttarakhand 18160 1638.10 21273 1052.08 27 West Bengal 5371 813.63 1250 228.64 28 Goa 1129 82.60 948 60.04 Grand Total 614721 60321.47 362464 32622.38
CROPS CULTIVATION 20th March, 2012
LSQ 1080
DR. SANJAY JAISWAL SHRI MAGUNTA SREENIVASULU REDDY
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has developed/promotes resistant crops for cultivation in natural calamities prone areas and areas affected by adverse weather condition; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the Government proposes to promote shifting cultivation/ rotation of crops in the country in order to overcome the problem of less production and productivity in agriculture; (d) if so, the details thereof; (e) whether the Government also proposes to shift agro based industries from the cultivable land to overcome the problem of shortage of cultivable land; and (f) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. National Agricultural Research System (NARS) has developed crop varieties having tolerance/resistance against biotic stresses and abiotic stresses induced due to adverse weather conditions such as drought, heat, flood, water stagnation etc. These crop varieties are under cultivation in different agro- climatic conditions for mitigating the adverse impact of weather/climate. (c) & (d): To augment productivity appropriate crop rotations like rice-wheat, rice- pulses, rice-oilseeds, pulses- wheat, pulses-maize, etc depending upon the suitability of soil and climate are promoted through various crop development programmes. Shifting cultivation is prevalent in North Eastern Hill States which is unsustainable and less productive. Alternate practice of settled farming is recommended for adoption which is environment friendly and sustainable. (e) & (f): Most of the Agro based industries are established in those areas where concerned crops are grown abundantly and as such do not displace large area under cultivation. For increasing the cultivable area and cropping intensity, utilization of rice fallows and better land use through inter-cropping are also promoted. Land being the state subject, the State Governments have been advised to earmark lands with low biological potential such as uncultivable lands, land affected by salinity, acidity, etc, for non-agricultural development activities, including industrial and construction activities.
IRRIGATION FACILITIES IN RAJASTHAN 20th March, 2012
LSQ 1085
SHRI HARISH CHAUDHARY SHRI IJYARAJ SINGH
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether Central Arid Zone Research Institute, Jodhpur, Rajasthan has carried out any research work to develop irrigation facilities in the deserts of Rajasthan; (b) if so, the details thereof alongwith the findings; and (c) the action taken by the Government thereon?
THE MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) No, Madam. Research in Central Arid Zone Research Institute covers improvement of water use efficiency, rather than development of irrigation facilities per se. (b) & (c): Do not arise.
FUNDING FOR AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH 20th March, 2012
LSQ 1088
SMT. SEEMA UPADHYAY SHRI MAHESHWAR HAZARI SHRI ANANT KUMAR DATTATREYA HEGDE SMT. USHA VERMA SHRI RAJIV RANJAN (LALAN) SINGH SHRI SHIVAJI ADHALRAO PATIL SMT. SUSHILA SAROJ
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the funds for agricultural research has not been increased during the last two years;
(b) if so, the details of funds made available and utilized during the above period alongwith the reasons for reduction in allocation of funds;
(c) whether there is an urgent need to give stimulus and increase the funding to research institutes like Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), State Agriculture Universities etc.;
(d) if so, the reaction of the Government thereto; and
(e) the steps taken/proposed to be taken in this regard to boost agricultural production and productivity?
THE MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) No, Madam. The allocation for agricultural research has been increased during the last two years.
(b) to (d): Plan Allocation to ICAR have shown the following increasing trend over the last five years (XI Five Year Plan) (Rs. in Crore) Allocation Year DARE ICAR Total 2007-08 56.5 1377.5 1434 2008-09 91 1608.02 1699.02 Total for 2008-09 1760 2009-10 70.5 1689.5 1760
2010-11 80.65 2441.11 2521.76 2011-12 101.01 2748.99 2850
(e) The steps taken/proposed to be taken in this regard to boost agricultural production and productivity include:-
# Considering all the food crops, the varietal improvement with respect to yield and resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses has led to enhanced food production from 208.60 million tonnes in 2005-06 to 241.6 million tonnes in 2010- 11.
# Development of single cross hybrids (SCH) in maize over the open pollinated varieties/composites and also promotion of SCH in maize during the last 4-5 years, resulted in an increase from 15.1 million tonnes in 2006-07 to 21.28 million tonnes during 2010-11.
# The ICAR has developed several location specific cost effective technologies (suiting soil and climate) like crop diversification, resource conservation technologies (zero tillage, bed planting, laser leveling, SRI), soil reclamation/amelioration measures, integrated soil- water-nutrient management, water harvesting and conservation, participatory watershed models, micro irrigation, integrated farming system and agroforestry models etc to boost agricultural production and productivity in the country.
RAINFED AREAS 20th March, 2012
LSQ 1093
MAULANA ASRARUL HAQUE MOHAMMAD SHRI JAI PRAKASH AGARWAL SMT. HARSIMRAT KAUR BADAL SHRI ANANDRAO ADSUL
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the total area of cultivated land in the country; (b) the percentage of land, out of the above which is rainfed and dependent on the vagaries of monsoon; (c) whether the Government has set up a National Rainfed Area Authority (NRAA)/initiated a policy on rainfed areas; (d) if so, the details thereof alongwith the funds earmarked for development of rainfed areas during the last three years and the current year, State-wise; and (e) the details of the achievements made in the development of the said areas under the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) and the Rainfed Area Development Programme (RADP) in the country?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) & (b): As per available estimates (2009-10) total area of cultivated land in the country is about 155.7 million ha of which nearly 60% is rainfed. (c) & (d): Government of India has set up National Rainfed Area Authority (NRAA) as an expert body to provide knowledge inputs for systematic up-gradation and management of rainfed areas in the country. NRAA serves as an advisory and policy making agency and is not entrusted with implementation of programmes in the States. (e): Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) was launched during 2007-08 to rejuvenate agriculture sector so as to achieve 4% Annual Growth during XI Plan. Year wise allocation and release of funds under RKVY is as under:- (Rs. in crore) Year Allocation Release 2007-08 1489.7 1246.89 2008-09 3165.67 2886.8
2009-10 3806.74 3760.93 2010-11 6722 6720.08 2011-12 7810.87 7289.99 (as on 12.3.3012)
Keeping in view importance of rainfed agriculture, Rainfed Area Development Programme (RADP) was launched during 2011-12 as a sub scheme of RKVY covering ten states namely Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka with an outlay of Rs. 250 crore. So far about 1.20 lakh ha area has been covered under RADP.
ORGANIC FARMING 20th March, 2012
LSQ 1098
SHRI SAJJAN SINGH VERMA SHRI SUSHIL KUMAR SINGH SHRI RAJENDRA AGRAWAL
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the area under organic farming in the country, State-wise; (b) whether organic farming is gaining ground in the country; (c) if so, the details thereof alongwith the public campaign being run for creating awareness amongst farmers about organic farming; and (d) the details of the funds earmarked for organic farming during the 11th plan and the investment made so far in this regard, State-wise?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a): State-wise details of area under organic farming is enclosed at Annexure-I.
(b) & (c): Organic farming is gaining ground in the country since last seven years. The cultivated organic farming area has increased from 0.42 lakh ha during 2003-04 to 7.78 lakh ha during 2010-11. Besides, this 36.5 lakh ha wild harvest collection area is also under organic certification process. Country is now producing organic commodities worth over Rs. 6000 crores. In addition, eleven States have drafted policies for promotion of organic farming.
Further, Central schemes like National Project on Promotion of Organic Farming (NPOF), Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY), National Horticulture Mission (NHM), Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH) are catering to the need of area expansion, technical capacity building, technology transfer, awareness creation and publicity. (d): State-wise assistance provided under different schemes of DAC namely NPOF, RKVY, NHM & HMNEH is at Annexure-II.
ANNEXURE OF UNSTARRTED QUESTION NO. 1098 DATED. 20 .03.2012
Annexure I
STATEWISE AREA UNDER ORGANIC FARMING (REGISTERED UNDER ACCREDITED CERTIFICATION BODIES) FOR THE YEAR 2010-11
State Name Total area Cultivated Wild Area (in ha) Total Cultivated +Wild under Certification (In ha) process -(in ha) Andhra Pradesh 12350.62 2000 14350.62
Arunachal Pradesh ,243.09 0 243.09 Assam 2*047.08 0 2047.08 Andaman 334.68 0 334.68 Bihar 1303.62 0 1303.62 Chhattisgarh 448.92 8000 8448.92 Delhi . 266.32 0 -266.32 Goa 13303.7 0 13303.70 Gujarat 48518.91 0 48518.91 Haryana 14763.60 0 14763.60 Himachal Pradesh 4046.87 627855.12 631901.99 J&K 776.47 0 776.47 Karnataka 19528.64 69200 88728.64 Kerala 6597.65 0 6597.65 Lakshadweep 12.127 0 12.127 Madhya Pradesh 298362.87 2568209 2866571.87 Jharkhand 0 24300.00 24300 Maharashtra 174845.47 2500 177345.47 Manipur 2792.02 0 2792.02 Meghalaya 2419.66 0,0001 2419.6661 Mizoram 12544.13 0 12544.13 Nagaland 1603.54 0 1603.54 Orissa 23102.29 1315.255 24417.54 Punjab 6025.78 0 6025.78 Rajasthan 66712.19 151000 217712.19 Sikkim . 1418.34 308 1726.34 Tamil Nadu 4074.59 30803.5 34878.092 Tripura 348.385 0 348.385 Uttar Pradesh 41012.82 70632 111644.82 Uttarakhand 11586.78 93879.2 105465.98 West Bengal 6125.72 0 6125.721 TOTAL 777516.882 3650002.07 4427519.05 Source: National Centre of Organic Farming, Ghaziabad. Annexure II
State wise details of financial assistance for promotion of organic farming given during 11th Plan period
(Rs. In Lakh) Sr. State Name Funds released / expenditure under different schemes for promotion No. of organic farming during 11th Plan period (2007-08-2011-12) upto 15th March, 2012 NPOF RKVY NHM HWINEH TOTAL 1 Andhra Pradesh 179.99 3916 1976.82 0 6072.81 2 Arunachaf Pradesh 25.25 50 0 442.7 517.95 3 Assam > 144.68 0 0 400.7 545.38 4 Bihar 12,43 4056 849.83 0 4918.26 5 Chhattisgarh 179.25 2807 4883.25 0 7869.5 6 Defhi 23.97 , 0 0 0 23.97 7 Goa 9.06 0 10.72 0 19.78 8 Gujarat 0 668 344.14 0 -r 943.83 9 Haryana 267.82 979 1355.95 0 2602.77 10 Hirnachal Pradesh 108.49 2727 0 837.39 3672.88 11 J&K 106.3 373 0 323.25 802.55 12 Jharkhand 0.86 277 245.27 0 523.13 13 Karnataka 386.66 3490 3184.9 0 7061.56
14 Kerala 71.74 68 1335.28 0 1475.02 15 Madhya Pradesh 192.7 27570 1041.91 0 28804.61 16 Maharashtra 449.46 0 929.17 0 1378.63 17 Manipur 21.93 35 0 600.2 657.13 18 Meghalaya 11.02 50 0 114.2 175.22 19 Mizoram 172.17 528.2 700.37 20 Nagaland 198.55 104 0 358.2 660.75 21 Orissa 149.25 1757 424.63 0 2330.88 22 Punjab 263.24 850 1200.09 0 2313.33 23 Rajasthan 249.04 3305 1324.23 0 4878.27 24 Sikkirn 0 196 0 1330.06 1526.06 25^ Tamil Nadu 234.24 2596 674.2 0 3504.44 26 Tripura 120.08 485 0 £29.4 1134.48 27 Uttar Pradesh 257.61 3132 2016.39 0 5406 28 Uttarakhand 80.41 1627 0 559.54 2266.95 29 West Bengal 40 139 141.03 0 320.03 30 Pondicherry 7.92 0 0 0 7.92 TOTAL 3964.12 61257 21937.81 6023.84 93114.46
WORKSHOP ON PRODUCTIVITY 20th March, 2012
LSQ 1104
SHRI SURESH KASHINATH TAWARE SHRI PASHUPATI NATH SINGH SHRI M. I. SHANAVAS
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether there is a huge difference in the production and productivity of wheat and paddy in various States; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the Government proposes to organise a workshop on agriculture productivity in Jharkhand; (d) if so, the details thereof; and (e) the measures taken/being taken by the Government for agricultural research and development and to increase agriculture productivity per hectare?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. There are differences in the production and productivity level of wheat and paddy in different states due to differences in soil type, climatic conditions and crop period (time from sowing to maturity). In North western Plains zone the Wheat crop period is aground 140 days while it is 120 days in Central Zone and 100 days in peninsular Zone. However, efforts are afoot to reduce the differences in the productivity by developing shorter duration varieties suitable for warmer areas of Central and Peninsular India. A large numbers of such varieties with high yield potential have been promoted to farmers leading to record production of what during last three years. (c) to (e): Directorate of Wheat Research (DWR), ICAR organized various meetings to plan strategies for further increasing wheat production and productivity in collaboration with Jharkhand state Agricultural Department and Agricultural Universities. Wheat breeding centers in the state have been supplied a large number of wheat germplasm for improving wheat production. A meeting was organized at BHU, Varanasi during the wheat sowing season, for the Eastern States including Jharkhand for finalizing the wheat production strategies in order to reduce yield gaps between the achievable and the
realized yields. A team consisting of extension workers agronomists and breeders from DWR and Agricultural University in Ranchi, Jharkhand was constituted to monitor the general crop condition and to identified diseases, if any to take measures for improving wheat productivity. A large number of elite germplasms were sent to the centers engaged in wheat research in Jharkhand. More focus is on development of climatic resilient rice varieties as part of National Initiative on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) project of Govt. of India. Greater emphasis is also on molecular precision breeding to improve existing popular mega varieties of rice to make them resistant to biotic stresses and tolerant to abiotic stresses like drought, floods, cold and high temperatures. Conservation agricultural practices are developed to bring down the cost of cultivation to make rice farming more profitable. Besides, various demonstrations on HYV and Hybrid rice are being conducted under various schemes. System of Rice Intensification (SRI) is being popularized among the farmers under various schemes in almost all the states. Rice Seed minikit programme are taken up under various scheme to popularize new released HYV and hybrids among farmers. Rice seeds of Swarna Sub-I (submergence tolerance) are distributed in flood prone areas and Sahabhagi Dhan for drought prone areas in the country.
SCHEMES FOR MILCH CATTLE 20th March, 2012
LSQ 1105
SHRI GANESH SINGH SMT. MEENA SINGH SHRI RAOSAHEB PATIL DANVE SHRI BADRI RAM JAKHAR
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the number of cows and other milch cattle is decreasing in the country;
(b) if so, the details of the schemes being implemented for protection and breed improvement of cow/milch animals and its progeny; and
(c) the details of the funds allocated, released and utilised for this purpose during each of the last three years and the current year. State-wise?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (Dr. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) No Madam. Under 18th Livestock Census (2007), the number of cows and other milch cattle in the country has increased as compare to 17th Livestock Census (2003). The details are given below;
(In million Numbers) SI. No. Number of Animals 2003 2007 % increase 1 Total Cattle 185.2 199.1 7.51 2 Milch Crossbred cattle 11.2 14.4 28.57 Milch Indigenous 3 cattle 46.9 48 2.35 4 Milch Buffaloes 47.2 48.6 2.97
(b) & (c) Do not arise.
PROTECTION OF COWS AND ITS PROGENY
20th March, 2012
LSQ 1106
SMT. MEENA SINGH SHRI BADRI RAM JAKHAR
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the achievements, in respect of the allocations made for protection of cows and its progeny during the last three years and the current year;
(b) whether suggestions have been received from Agricultural Universities for improving and developing the present breeds of bovine; and
(c) if so, the details thereof and the reaction of the Government thereto?
THE MINISTER OF THE STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a). Government of India has been implementing following Schemes having component for protection of cows and its progeny: i) Livestock Health and Disease Control ii) National Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding iii) Central Cattle Development Organizations iv) Project for Feed & Fodder v) Central Fodder Development organizations vi) Livestock Insurance The funds allocated and utilized during each of the last three years and current year is annexed.
(b) & (c). No suggestions have been received from Agricultural Universities for improving and developing the present breeds of bovine. However, formulation of breeding policy for development and conservation of breeds of bovines is the State subject and most of the States have formulated breeding policy for development of bovine population on the basis of suggestions made by the experts.
Annexure Statement referred to in reply to part (a) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 1106 for 20.03.2012 in crore
S. Name of the 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 No Scheme BE RE Actual BE RE Actual BE RE Actual BE RE Actual Exp Exp Exp exp (as on date)
1. Livestock 20.00 160.77 157.23 247.82 155.52 157.41 385.30 405.47 313.09 500.30 391.66 345.18 Health and Disease
Control
2. National 61.00 89.70 87.37 112.25 115.53 116.10 116.40 122.62 121.99 150.00 161.62 140.28 Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding
3. Central Cattle 14.00 19.72 16.53 23.47 24.73 20.90 22.70 22.40 19.35 25.00 23.92 17.90 Development Organizations
4. Project for 10.00 10.97 9.28 10.80 10.30 11.10 22.20 39.18 42.44 47.55 32.50 31.87 Feed & Fodder
5. Central 8.00 10.70 11.71 17.37 25.53 24.19 25.10 26.00 38.13 43.50 43.50 23.98 Fodder Development Organizations
6. Livestock 16.00 8.50 6.50 30.00 28.00 24.32 23.70 22.64 22.63 40.00 38.09 38.09 Insurance
SELF HELP GROUPS OF FARMERS 20th March, 2012
LSQ 1109
MS. BHAVANA GAWALI (PATIL) SHRI GANESHRAO NAGORAO DUDHGAONKAR
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the National Commission on Farmers has suggested for mobilisation and organisation of farmers into self help groups; (b) if so, the details thereof alongwith the number of self help groups of farmers established in the country, State- wise; (c) whether the said suggestions have been included in the National Agriculture Policy; (d) whether the Government provides funds to such groups and other NGOs; and (e) if so, the funds allocated and utilised in this regard, since 2009?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (c): National Commission on Farmers (NCF) has referred to Self Help Groups (SHGs) in its reports, on the basis of which National Policy for Farmers (NPF), 2007 has been formulated. (d) & (e): No funds are earmarked under the schemes of the Department of Agriculture & Cooperation (DAC) to fund SHGs and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs). However, SHGs are provided training in various aspects of farming under the schemes of DAC
USE OF BIO FERTILISERS 20th March 2013
LSQ 1112
SHRI SUDARSHAN BHAGAT SHRI NISHIKANT DUBEY KM. SAROJ PANDEY
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether there is a shortage of manure/bio-fertilisers in the country including Jharkhand;
(b) if so, the details of the demand, supply and use of bio-fertilisers in the country during each of the last three years and the current year, State-wise;
(c) whether any periodic assessment is being made to ascertain the benefits of the use of bio-fertilisers on the soil fertility;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the steps taken/being taken by the Government to encourage the use of bio- fertilisers in the country?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) & (b): Shortage of maure/bio-fertilisers has not been reported from any part of the country including Jharkhand.
(c) & (d): Indian Council of Agricultural Research is peridocally investigating improved and efficient strains of bio- fertilisers specific to different crops and soil types under Network Project on Soil Biodiversity-Biofertilisers operating in 14 different states. These investigations have revealed benefits of bio-fertilisers in terms of sustaining soil health and higher productivity.
(e): Promotion of bio-fertilisers is being encouraged through a central sector scheme National Project on Promotion of Organic farming (NPOF) for setting up of new or strengthening of existing bio-fertiliser production units, technology transfer and training etc. Further, to promote use of bio-fertilisers, Rizobium, Azotobacter, Azospirillium, Phosphate Solubilising Bacteria and Mycorrhizal bio-fertilisers have been incorporated in Fertiliser (control) Order, 1985.
DROUGHT AFFECTED STATES 20th March, 2012
LSQ 1117
SHRI RAGHAVENDRA YEDDYURAPPA SHRI MAROTRAO SAINUJI KOWASE SHRI SURESH CHANABASAPPA ANGADI SHRI GANESH SINGH SHRI SHIVARAMAGOUDA SHRI NALIN KUMAR KATEEL
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the details of districts in the country which have been declared drought hit during the last three years including Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan; (b) the details of losses suffered by the farmers; (c) whether any Central team visited the natural calamity hit States during the said period; (d) if so, the details and the outcome thereof; and
(e) the amount of compensation sanctioned and released to the affected States during the last three years and the current year, State-wise?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a): During the last three years, 486 districts in the country including Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan were declared drought hit. Year-wise details of districts declared as drought affected are as under: Year Year Districts declared as drought affected 2008-09 44 2009-10 352 2010-11 90 Total 486 (b): During the last three years, Governments of Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Nagaland, Odisha, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal submitted Memoranda seeking financial assistance from National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) for the damages suffered due to drought. (c) to (e): No compensation is paid from NDRF. The Central Teams visited all the drought affected States and submitted reports, based on which assistance from NDRF was provided to the State Governments as detailed in the Annexure. No assistance has been approved on account of drought during the current financial year.
RASHTRIYA KRISHI VIKAS YOJANA 20th March, 2012
LSQ 1120
DR. (SMT.) KRUPARANI KILLI
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Union Government has received various proposals from many State Governments under the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana; (b) if so, the details of such proposals, State-wise; (c) the action taken by the Government thereon; and (d) the incentives and assistance provided to the States under the scheme?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (c): No, Madam. Project proposals under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) are considered and approved by the State Level sanctioning Committee (SLSC) headed by the Chief secretary of the respective State. (d): Statement showing State-wise allocation and release of funds under the scheme during the current year i.e., 2011-12 is at Annexure-I.
Annexure to the Lok Sabha Question No.1120 for Answer on 20.03.2012
Statement showing Allocation and Release for Normal RKVY & Sub Schemes under RKVY for 2011-12 as on 14.03.2012 Rs. In Crore)
State Normal RKVY BGREI Pulses Villages Oil Palm Veg Clusters Nutri‐Ceraels AFDP Allocation Release Allocation Release Allocation Release Allocation Release Allocation Release Allocation Release Allocation Release Stream - I Andhra Pradesh 425.07 318.81 25.1 25.1 192 192 17 17 11.32 12.21 24.5 30 Arunachal 4.14 3.1 3.5 3.5 0.62 0.62 Pradesh Assam 179.45 134.59 33.32 33.32 12 12 Bihar 380.52 285.39 55.33 55.33 10.18 10.18 12 12 24.5 24.5 Chhatisgarh 88.99 66.74 55.21 55.21 11.22 11.22 0.48 0 12 12 10.29 5.12 25 4.69 Goa 46.05 17.27 3.5 1.75 Gujarat 409.68 307.26 14.4 14.4 4.8 4.8 12 12 15.02 15.02 15 15 Haryana 126.27 94.7 12 12 3.47 4.42 15 15 Himachal Pradesh 81.25 60.93 12 12 Jammu & 41.03 15.39 12 6 Kashmir Jharkhand 108.84 81.63 31.68 31.68 12 12 1.16 1.16 Karnataka 419.37 314.53 30.86 30.86 33.6 33.6 17 17 26.57 26.57 30 30 Kerala 155.11 116.33 12 12 Madhya Pradesh 229.41 172.06 55.48 55.48 12 12 21.66 21.66 30 30 Maharashtra 477.47 358.1 50.96 50.96 0.96 0.96 17 17 91.48 91.48 30 30 Manipur 18.75 14.07 3.5 3.5 Meghalaya 8.16 6.12 3.5 3.5 Mizoram 11.31 8.48 14.8 14.8 3.5 1.75 Nagaland 29.04 21.78 3.5 3.5 Orissa 214.01 160.5 62.62 62.62 9.9 9.9 17.76 17.76 12 12 2.95 2.96 Punjab 99.67 74.75 12 12 15.5 15.5 Rajasthan 444.33 333.25 43.22 43.22 12 12 87.68 87.68 45 52.04 Sikkim 13.15 9.86 3.5 3.5 0.43 0.43 Tamil Nadu 205.68 154.26 7.32 7.32 33.6 33.6 17 17 10.79 10.79 15.5 15.5 Tripura 14.49 10.87 3.5 3.5 Uttar Pradesh 529.32 396.99 85.66 85.66 38.36 38.36 12 12 4.4 4.4 30 30 Uttarakhand 113.9 42.71 12 6 5.87 2.94 West Bengal 376.41 141.16 72.2 72.2 17 7.69 0.64 0.64 Total States 5250.87 3721.63 396.02 396.02 297 297 298 297.52 293 268.19 294.35 288.1 300 292.23 DAPs + 60 3.6 3.98 0.89 3 0.16 2 0.84 5.65 0.36 0 NIRD+Monitoring 7 Grand Total 5310.87 3725.23 400 396.91 300 297.16 300 298.36 300 268.19 300 288.46 300 292.23
NMPS RADP Saffron Mission Total Total Releases UC Un sub- allocatio Recd UC Spent Schemes n Expenditu Pendin Balanc re g e
State Allocatio Releas Allocatio Releas Allocatio Releas Allocatio Allocatio Total Total Un n e n e n e n n Stream UC Spent - II Pendin Balanc g e Andhra Pradesh 17.75 17.75 15 15 302.67 727.74 425.14 425.14 106.26 734.13 308.99 308.99 Arunachal 0 4.12 8.26 4.13 4.13 1.04 8.26 4.13 4.13 425.14 425.14 Pradesh Assam 3 3 48.32 227.77 115.38 115.38 44.86 227.77 112.39 112.39 4.13 4.13 Bihar 24.29 24.29 126.3 506.82 303.34 158.1 95.13 506.82 348.72 203.48 115.38 115.38 Chhatisgarh 12.38 12.38 15 15 141.58 230.57 129.64 129.64 22.25 204.61 74.97 74.97 303.34 158.1 Goa 0 3.5 49.55 24.78 1.67 5.76 24.78 23.11 129.64 129.64 Gujarat 14.58 14.58 30 30 105.8 515.48 257.74 257.74 102.42 515.48 257.74 257.74 24.78 1.67 Haryana 12.18 12.18 42.65 168.92 115.98 85.92 31.57 169.87 83.95 53.89 257.74 257.74 Himachal 6.68 6.68 18.68 99.93 74.83 74.83 20.32 99.93 25.1 25.1 115.98 85.92 Pradesh Jammu & 0 50 10 62 103.03 19.12 19.12 5.13 36.52 17.4 17.4 74.83 74.83 Kashmir Jharkhand 14.88 14.88 59.72 168.56 150.09 150.09 27.21 168.56 18.47 18.47 19.12 19.12 Karnataka 18.5 18.5 20 20 176.53 595.9 388.17 386.62 104.84 595.9 209.28 207.73 150.09 150.09 Kerala 6.82 6.82 18.82 173.93 96.37 96.37 38.78 173.93 77.56 77.56 388.17 386.62 Madhya Pradesh 24.82 24.82 25 25 168.96 398.37 262.71 262.71 57.35 398.37 135.66 135.66 96.37 96.37 Maharashtra 24.8 24.8 35 35 250.2 727.67 250.2 608.3 119.37 727.67 192.14 192.14 262.71 262.71 Manipur 3.5 22.25 3.5 17.57 4.68 22.25 11.13 11.13 535.53 535.53 Meghalaya 3 3 6.5 14.66 6.5 12.62 2.04 14.66 7.33 7.33 11.12 11.12 Mizoram 5 2.5 23.3 34.61 19.05 27.53 2.83 30.36 12.55 12.55 7.33 7.33 Nagaland 5 5 8.5 37.54 8.5 30.28 7.26 37.54 18.77 18.77 17.81 17.81 Orissa 17.72 17.72 20 20 142.95 356.96 142.96 303.46 53.5 356.96 159.67 159.67 18.77 18.77 Punjab 11.7 11.7 39.2 138.87 39.2 113.95 24.92 138.87 35.62 35.62 197.29 197.29 Rajasthan 17.81 17.81 35 35 240.71 685.04 247.75 581 111.08 692.08 264.68 264.68 103.25 103.25 Sikkim 3 3 6.93 20.08 6.93 16.79 3.29 20.08 5.17 5.17 427.4 427.4 Tamil Nadu 18.17 18.17 25 25 127.38 333.06 127.38 281.64 51.42 333.06 170.08 170.08 14.91 14.91 Tripura 0 3.5 17.99 3.5 14.37 3.62 17.99 4.55 4.55 162.98 162.98 Uttar Pradesh 27.52 27.52 30 30 227.94 757.26 227.94 624.93 132.33 757.26 205.09 205.09 13.44 13.44 Uttarakhand 0 17.87 131.77 8.94 51.65 14.24 65.89 39.71 39.71 552.17 552.17 West Bengal 10.4 5.2 100.24 476.65 85.73 226.89 47.05 273.94 120.19 120.19 26.18 26.18 300 292.3 250 250 50 10 2478.37 7729.24 2391.3 6112.9 1240.5 7353.5 2944.15 2744.1 153.75 153.75 6 9 5 4 9 Total States
DAPs + 81.63 81.63 1.92 0.6 0 5.85 4609.3 4409.3 NIRD+Monitori 5 9 ng
Grand Total 300 292.3 250 250 50 10 2560 7810.87 2393.2 6113.5 1240.5 7359.3 2944.15 2744.1
8 9 5 9 9 4615.2 4415.2 4 * Rs. 7.00Crore has been allocated to NCT of Delhi Under Vegitable Cluster
TRADITIONAL METHOD OF CULTIVATION 20th March, 2012
LSQ 1130
SHRI MAGUNTA SREENIVASULU REDDY
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the method of agriculture in different States is still driven by the traditional methods of cultivation, limited awareness about crop information systems, new seeds and fertilizers and is hugely dependent on the weather; (b) if so, the details thereof; and (c) the measures taken by the Government to address these issues in a better way?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (c): No, Madam. Farmers have adopted a number of new technologies/interventions like System of Rice Intensification (SRI), use of hybrids in case of maize, sorghum, pearl millet and rice, Resource Conservation Technologies like Zero Tillage Cultivation in Wheat, use of seed drills for line sowing for various crops. Integrated Nutrient Management with proper soil testing and balance use of fertilizers including micro-nutrients, use of micro- irrigation and IPM. Improved methods of cultivation awareness about information systems of new seeds, fertilizers and climate resilience measures are also being promoted under various agriculture development schemes. Research, extension, field demonstration and adaptive trials on various improved practices (integrated farming / cropping system management, bio- intensive complementary cropping system, organic agricultural system, climate resilient agriculture high yielding varieties; integrated nutrient, water and weed management; plant protection measures; cost effective and energy efficient farm implements and tools) are being conducted throughout the country under the All India Coordinated Research Projects Adoption of these technologies by farmers is reflected 5 fold increase in foodgrains production in the country since 1950-51.
DECLINING FERTILITY OF SOIL 27th March, 2012
LSQ *184
SHRI VARUN GANDHI SHRI ANANDRAO ADSUL
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) Whether the Government is implementing the National Project on Management of Soil Health and Fertility in the wake of the declining fertility rate of soil in the country; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) Whether salinity and alkalinity has adversely affected the soil health of the agricultural land in areas where ground water is the main source of irrigation and areas prone to cyclone including Sunderbans in the country; (d) If so, the details of the agricultural land/regions affected on account of these factors, State-wise; and (e) The preventive measures taken/proposed to be taken by the Government to tackle the said problem?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 184 DUE FOR REPLY ON 27TH MARCH, 2012.
(a) & (b): Government is implementing "National Project on Management of Soil Health & Fertility" (NPMSH&F) since 2008-09, to promote soil test based balanced and judicious use of fertilizers for improving soil health and productivity and also to check declining fertility rate of soils. Main components of NPMSH&F include setting up new/strengthening of static/mobile soil testing laboratories (STLs), setting up new/strengthening of Fertilizer Quality Control Laboratories (FQCLs) and promoting use of organic manures / soil amendments / micro-nutrients etc.
(c) & (d): Salinity and alkalinity have adversely affected soil health and agricultural productivity, especially in areas irrigated with poor quality ground water, in arid/semi-arid regions of Indo-Gangetic plains, coastal/deltaic plains and cyclone prone regions including Sunderbans. As per available estimates, an area of 3.77 million hectare and 2.95 million hectare are affected by alkalinity and salinity respectively across the country. State-wise details are given at Annexure-l.
(e): Government is implementing programme, namely, "Reclamation and Development of Alkali and Acid Soils" (RADAS) - for developing alkali and acidic soils for agriculture purposes. Main components of RADAS aim at improving soil fertility and includes application of soil amendments and growing saline/alkaline tolerant crops. In addition, under NPMSH&F balanced fertilizer use is promoted in conjunction with organic manures, green manures and soil amendments to improve soil health. Major achievements during XI Plan under RADAS and NPMSH&F are given at Annexure-ll.
Annexure-1
State-wise extent of Salt Affected (Salinity and Alkalinity) Soils in India (As reported by (CAR-2008)
(Area in lakh ha.) SI. No. Name of State/UT Extent of Salt affected Soils in India
Salinity Alkalinity Total
1. Andhra Pradesh 0.77 1.97 2.74
2. Andaman & Nicobar Island 0.77 0.00 0.77
3. Bihar 0.47 1.06 1.53
4. Gujarat 16.80 5.41 22.21
5. Haryana 0.49 1.84 2.33
6. Karnataka 0.02 1.48 1.50
7. Kerala 0.20 0.00 0.20
8. Madhya Pradesh 0.00 1.40 1.40
9. Maharashtra 1.84 4.23 6.07
10. Odisha 1.47 0.00 1.47
11. Punjab 0.00 1.52 1.52
Rajasthan 1.96 1.79 3.75
13 Tamil Nadu 0.13 3.55 3.68
14 Uttar Pradesh . . 0.22 13.47 13.69
15 West Bengal 4.41 0.00 4.41
Grand Total (Lakh ha.) 29.55 37.72 67.27
Grand Total (Million ha.) 2.95 3.77 6.73
Source: Central Soil Salinity Research Institute (CSSRI), Karnal, Haryana based on joint study conducted by CSSRf, National Remote Sensing Agency (NRSA), Hyderabad and National Bureau of Soil Survey and Land Use Planning (NBSS&LUP), Nagpur.
Annexure-ll
State-wise achievement under Scheme on Reclamation & Development of Alkali & Acid Soils (RADAS) and National Project on Management of Soil Health & Fertility (NPMSH&F) during XI Plan (Financial in Rs. Lakh) S. No. Name of State RADAS NPMSH&F
Physical (lakh ha.) Financial Physical * (Numbers) Financial
1. Andhra Pradesh 0.03 142.76 35 973.845
2. Assam 0.04 373.00 0 0.00
3. Arunachal Pradesh 0.02 208.00 5 150.00
4. Bihar 0.00 0.00 42 1247.60
5. Chhattisgarh 0 0.00 4 59.40
6. Gujarat 0.39 22915 12 186.25
7. Goa 0 0.00 1 5,00
8. Haryana 520.00 12 144.10
9. Himacha! Pradesh 0.00 0.00 6 178.72
10. Jharkhand 0 0.00 19 255.80
11. Karnataka 0.00 47.88 22 395.57
12. Kerala 0.00 0.00 24 327.30
13. Madhya Pradesh 0.00 0.00 6 86.00
14. Maharashtra 0.03 64.68 23 405.00
15. Manipur 0.07 425.00 0 89.00
16. Mizoram 0.01 55.00 4 72.50
17. Meghalaya 0.01 38.55 6 60.00
18. Nagaland 0.00 0.00 3 15.00
19. Orissa 0.00 0.00 14 435.00
20. Punjab 0.12 29.70 23 170.00
21. Rajasthan 0.24 452.91 40 1091.22
22. Sikkim 0.06 286.00 5 130.00
23. Tamil Nadu 0.00 0.00 24 250.00
24. Tripura 0.00 0.00 4 136.50
25. Uttar Pradesh 0.00 0.00 26 255.00
26. Uttarakhand 0 0.00 4 25.00
27. West Bengal 0 0.00 13 163.75
28. IISS Bhopal 0 0.00 0 970.273
29. Fert Companies 0 0.00 35 0.00
Total 1.21 4935.02 412 8277.828
#Indicates total number of sanctioned Static/mobile soil testing laboratories to be set up/strengthened under NPMSH&F.
RELIEF PACKAGE TO FARMERS 27th March 2012
LSQ 2077
SHRI SHIVARAMAGOUDA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has approved any relief package for distressed farmers in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether the State Government of Karnataka has submitted any proposal seeking inclusion of some of its irrigation projects in the said package;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the response of the Union Government in this regard?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) to (e): The Government approved a Rehabilitation Package amounting to Rs.16978.69 crore for 31 identified suicide prone districts of Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka and Maharashtra in September 2006. Six districts in Karnataka namely, Belgaum, Hassan, Chitradurga, Chikmaglur, Kodagu and Shimoga were covered under the package. The activities/programmes under the package included debt relief to farmers, improved supply of institutional credit, crop centric approach to agriculture, assured irrigation facility, watershed management, better extension and farming support services and subsidiary income opportunities through horticulture, livestock, dairying fisheries, etc for alleviating the hardship of debt stressed farmers. The implementation period of the package has ended on 30.9.2011. Rs.2689.64 crore was allocated under the rehabilitation package for Karnataka which included Rs. 1208.71 crore for major, and medium irrigation activities and Rs.458.10 crore for minor irrigation activities.
DAIRY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME 27th March, 2012
LSQ 2081
SHRI JEETENDRA SINGH BUNDELA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Union Government has received a proposal from the State Government of Madhya Pradesh under the Intensive Dairy Development Programme; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) the time by which the scheme is likely to be implemented fully; and (d) the funds earmarked and released by the Union Government thereon?
THE MINSTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (Dr. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) Yes, Madam (b) to (d) Government of Madhya Pradesh submitted six project proposals under Intensive Dairy Development Programme (FDDP). These six projects have been approved at a total cost of Rs.3806.62 lakh by Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying 8t Fisheries, Government of India. Details are given as under:
Date of Approval and Approved Total Fund SI.No. District covered Project period# outlay released Status 1 Guna & Narsinghpur 1993-94 to 2007-08 494.06 494.06 Completed Khargaon, Chattarpur, 07.03.1996 2 Satna & Rewa 1995-96 to 2007-08 475.28 475.28 Completed 29.09.2005 3 Jhabua 2005-06 to 2008 228.89 192.44 On-going 29.09.2005 4 Chhindwara and Balaghat 2005-06 to 2007-08 420.58 361.77 On-going Harda,Barwani,Neemuch, 30.03.2007 5 Sheopur & Seoni 2006-07 to 2009-10 1422.09 743.27 On-going Dewas, Dhar, Khandwa 16.02.2012 6 & Betul 2011-12 to 2013-14 765.72 356.34 On-going 3806.62 2623.16 # Time of full implementation depends upon complete utilisation of funds by the implementing agency as per the approved project.
MICRO IRRIGATION SCHEME 27th March, 2012
LSQ 2088
SHRI MANSUKHBHAI D. VASAVA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the details of the works carried out under Micro Irrigation Scheme in Gujarat during the Xlth Five Year Plan alongwith the achievements thereof; and (b) the amount of funds allocated to Gujarat under the said scheme during the last three years and the current year?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a): In Gujarat, drip and sprinkler irrigation system is being installed in the farmers field under Micro Irrigation Scheme. So far, during XIth Five Year Plan an area of 4.01 lakh hectares has been covered and 2.53 lakh farmers got benefited. (b): The amount of funds allocated under the scheme to Gujarat during the last three years and the current year is as under:- (Rs. in Crore) Year Funds allocated 12008-09 150.77 2009-10 146,56 2010-11 120 2011-12 130.95
BAMBOO INDUSTRY 27th March, 2012
LSQ 2158
SHRI BAIJAYANT "JAY" PANDA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether it is proposed to promote bamboo industry in the country in a big way to help the North Eastern Region and other backward regions to improve their economic status; (b) if so? the details thereof; and (c) the existing and new incentives proposed to be extended to this sector to withstand competition with other countries in the world?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a): Yes, Madam. Governments of India are promoting bamboo industry in the country, especially to help north eastern states and other backward regions to improve their economic status.
(b): Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India, are implementing National Mission on Bamboo Applications (NMBA) as a technology mission for providing Technology Development Assistance (TDA) for setting up bamboo processing units. This aims at ensuring higher employment generation for people of North East in the field of bamboo which is available in abundance in that region.
Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion, Government of India, under Industrial Infrastructure Upgradation Scheme (IIUS) are also implementing a project, sanctioned in October, 2010 to enhance competitiveness of bamboo industry for Upgradation of infrastructure facilities at Bamboo-based cluster, Guwahati (Assam) with a total cost of Rs. 60.66 crore, including central grant of Rs. 52.63 crore. This project is being implemented by a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) `M/s Bamboo Technology Park, Guwahati`. First installment of the grant amounting to Rs. 15.79 crore has been released and the SPV has achieved financial progress of Rs. 3,27 crore.
(c): To make the bamboo industry competitive, NMBA extends support to entrepreneurs for setting up bamboo manufacturing and processing units in the North East in the form of Technology Development Assistance (TDA), repayable at par over a period of five years up to 70% of the cost of project, limited to plant & machinery only.
BAMBOO PRODUCTS UNDER RKVY 27th March, 2012
LSQ 2162
SHRI M. K. RAGHAVAN
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government proposes to include the bamboo products and coconut leaf products like baskets, etc. under the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the activities involved in both these by-products are similar in nature to sericulture and hence including it as an agricultural activity would be considered; and (d) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) to (d): Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) is a State Plan Scheme. Projects under the scheme are not approved by the Government of India. The funds are released to the State Government on the basis of projects approved by State Level Sanctioning Committee (SLSC). It is for the State Government to further implement the scheme in the State for increasing production and productivity in the State to achieve 4% growth in agriculture and allied sector and for the betterment of farmers.
The activities relating to bamboo products and coconut leaf products are not similar to sericulture. However, the sericulture activities till cocoon production stage, are agri-based activities. Therefore, Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India has included Sericulture and allied activities under RKVY Scheme.
DRY LAND FARMING 27th March, 2012
LSQ 2175
SHRI RAKESH PANDEY
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the funds allocated to various States by the Union Government for encouraging dryland farming during the last two years, State-wise; (b) the total area of land brought under dry land farming during each of the last three years and the current year, State-wise; (c) the incentives given to the farmers for dry land farming; and (d) the extent to which success has been achieved in this regard?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a): For the promotion of rainfed / dryland farming, various watershed programmes are being implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Ministry of Rural Development through integrated watershed management approach. The details of these programmes are; Ministry of Agriculture
1. National Watershed Development Project for Rainfed Areas (NWDPRA) 2. Soil Conservation in the Catchments of River Valley Project and Flood Prone River (RVP&FPR) 3. Watershed Development Project for Shifting Cultivation Areas (WDPSCA) Ministry of Rural Development 4. Drought Prone Areas Programme (DPAP) 5. Desert Development Programme (DDP) 6. Integrated Wastelands Development Programme (IWDP).
These programmes have been integrated and consolidated into a single modified programme called Integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP) w.e.f. 26.02.2009 State Wise allocation / expenditure made under various watershed programmes during the last two years (2009-10 to 2010-11) is given at Annexure I.
(b): Details of area coverage under watershed development during the last three years and target for current year are given at Annexure II. Besides, Rainfed Area Development Programme (RADP) as a sub-scheme of Rashtriya Krishi Vikash Yojana (RKVY) was launched in 2011-12 with an outlay of Rs. 250 crore in 10 states covering an area of about 1.2lakhha.
(c) & (d): In watershed programmes, assistance is provided to farmers for natural resource management activities. Besides, in all agriculture development programmes, incentives are provided to farmers in terms of subsidy for various agricultural inputs / operations. Watershed programmes have helped in increasing production & productivity in rainfed / degraded areas.
Annexure-I
Annexure to Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 2175 for answer on 27.3.2012 Expenditure/Release during last two years (2009rl0 & 2010-11) under watershed programmes
(Rs. in crore) SI State/UT NWDPRA* RVP/FPR* WDPSCA* DPAP# DDP# IWDP# IWMP#
1 Andhra Pr 3.21 14.61 81.65 26.11 46.55 150.49
2 Arunachal Pr 24.7 7.53 4.25 53.47 25.53
3 Assam 0 2.97 14.50 34.88 73.36
4 Bihar 5.56 0.87 5.71 0.74
5 Jharkhand 19.38 1.55 4.37 31.74
6 Goa 2.37
7 Gujarat 24.58 31.36 69.96 142.26 39.43 211.96
8 Haryana 4.9 9.95 0 52.28 9.42 0.85
9 Himachal Pr 9.9 15.03 23.4 13.73 30.47 74,28
10 J&K 5.49 28.01 13.48 30.21 13.49
11 Karnataka . 25.01 25 94.45 71.44 52.76 15K97
12 Kerala 8.41 2.8 10.18 11.01
13 Madhya Pr 41.54 59.78 85.04 41.31 156.72
14 Chattisgarh 14.95 4.62 35.68 22.24 64.07
15 Maharashtra 41-19 57.44 160.72 75.83 275.91
16 Manipur 15.05 9.53 16.55 26.4 11.27
17 Mizoram 38.21 11 11.00 64.71 22.2
18 Meghalaya 20.91 1,77 11.00 41.75 12.31
19 Nagaland 24.1 7.36 15.70 7.93 36.58
20 Orissa -33.57. 5.23 70.74 52.74 95.24
21 Punjab 5.37 0.63 4.99 5.74
22 Rajasthan 27.33 68.61 40.64 219.42 30.45 327.39
23 Sikkim 11.19 3.63 10.29 . 5.05
24 Tamil Nadu 14.62 31.69 30.66 24.83 76.33
25 Tripura 17.74 2.15 7.00 10.61
26 Uttar Pradesh 97.93 43.7 37.63 54.83 156.42
27 Uttrakhand 26.62 7.86 19.12 23.24 15.97
28 West Bengal 17.3 10.46 8.98
TOTAL 581.13 465.14 80.00 763.17 555.45 791.25 2003.74
* Expenditure # Release Source: Dept of Agriculture & Cooperation and Dept. of Land Resources.
Annexure-II
Annexure to the Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No.2175 for answer on 27.3.2012 Area developed/covered during last 3 years & current year target under Watershed programmes Area in lakh hectare S. State Achievement (2008-09 to2010-ll) Target for 2011-12 No. NWDPRA RVP&FPR WDPSCA IWMP NWDPRA RVP&FPR WDPSCA IWMP
1 Andhra Pr 0.11 0.16 0 12.14 0.02 0.12 7.13
2 Arunachal Pr 0.32 0.06 0.05 1.59 0.08 0.04 0.01 0.93
3 Assam 0,06 0.06 0.19 5.81 0.00 0.02 0.06 3.60
4 Bihar 0.05 0.01 0 0 0.04 ( 0.02 2.17
5 Jharkhand 0.23 0.14 0 2.15 0.O8 0.02 2.43
6 Goa 0.03 0 0 0 0.01 0.05
7 Gujarat 0.27 0.49 0 14.22 0.07 . 0.07 5.29
8 Haryana 0.08 0.1 0 0 0.03 0.04 1.03
' 9 Himachal Pr 0.13 0.16 0 4.42 0.03 0.03 1.42
10 J&K 0.18 0.51 0 0 0.07 0.09 2.68
11 Karnataka 0.53 0.84 0 10.39 0.10 0.20 5.48
12 Kerala 0.12 0.05 0 L42 0.02 0.01 0.83
13 Madhya Pr 0.68 0.95 0 12.19 0.16 0.15 8.64
14 Chattisgarh 0.28 0.12 0 4.93 0.10 0.03 2.42
15 Maharashtra 0.5 1.15 0 26.1 0.15 0.04 9.20
16 Manipur 0.16 0.12 0.26 1.28 0.05 0.04 0.07 1.52
17 Mizoram 0.51 0.12 0.15 1.28 0.05 0.01 0.05 0.67
18 Meghalaya 0.23 0.04 0.16 0.82 0.10 0.05 0.48
19 Nagaland 0.33 0.05 0.23 1.89 0.08 0.02 0.07 0.86
20 Orissa 0.36 0.13 0 6.86 0.08 0.01 3.55
21 Punjab 0.09 0.01 0 0.88 0.00 0.73
22 Rajasthan 0.24 .1.13 0 21.83 0.21 0.20 12.89
23 Sikkim 0.13 0.03 0 0.29 0.01 0.02 0.14
24 Tamil Nadu 0.34 0.36 0 5.71 0.68 0.17 2.97
25 Tripura 0.19 0.01 0.09 0.6 0.06 0.01 0.03 0.56
. 26 Uttar Pradesh 1.53 0.77 0 12.47 0.32 0.20 5.63
27 Uttrakhand 0.45 0.11 0 2.07 0.25 0.04 0.80
28 West Bengal 0.19 0.07 0 0 0.12 0.05 3.29
TOTAL 8.32 7.35 1.13 151.34 2.96 1.65 0.34 87.39
Note: No new projects for DDP, DPAP & IWDP were sanctioned during this period Source: Dept. of Agriculture & Cooperation and Dept. of Land Resources ,
PRICE OF MEDICINAL PLANTS 27th March 2012
LSQ 2244
SHRI DHARMENDRA YADAV SHRI SHIVAJI ADHALRAO PATIL SHRI ANANDRAO ADSUL
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether a proposal is under consideration of the Government to fix the price of medicinal plants for encouraging farmers to take up cultivation of such plants on a larger scale;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the present status of the aforesaid proposal;
(c) whether the State Governments have requested the Union Government to procure the medicinal plants through the Government`s Medicinal Plant Farms and Herbal Medicine Corporation Limited, if the prices in the open market go below the MSP;
(d) if so, the steps taken by the Government thereon and the guidelines issued to the State Governments in this regard; and
(e) the time by which the MSP for medicinal plants is likely to be fixed?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) to (e): Proposal for fixation of Minimum Support Price (MSP) for medicinal plants is under consideration of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
HORTICULTURE MISSION 27th March, 2012
LSQ 2284
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH) has been successful in attracting private sector investment;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the other steps taken by the Government to promote horticulture in the North East and the Himalayan States?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE ANSWER MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOODPROCESSING INDUSTRIES ( DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. The details of private sector investments in setting up of nurseries, tissue culture units, cold storages and processing units under Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH) are given in Annexure.
(c): Under the above scheme, financial assistance is also provided for technology generation/refinement/demonstration, import of planting material for trial & demonstration, production and supply of quality seed and planting material, area expansion with improved high yielding varieties, rejuvenation replacement of senile orchards, protected cultivation, plastic mulching, anti hail nets, creation of water resources, organic farming, certification of good agricultural practices (GAP), promotion of integrated pest & disease and nutrient management, pollination support through bee keeping, promotion of mechanization, human resource development, establishment of market infrastructure, etc. for holistic development of horticulture in North East and Himalayan States.
Annexure Private Sector investments under Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH)
States Nursery Tissue Culture Unit Cold Storage Processing Unit
A. North East
Arunachal 47 - 1 3
Pradesh
Assam 49 - 23 9
Manipur 41 - - 10
Meghalaya 86 I 1 - 4
Mizoram 13 - 1 2
Nagaland 117 2 1 6
Sikkim 118 3 - 1
Tripura 67 2 2
B. Himalayan
Jammu & 155 - 3 10
Kashmir
Himachal 44 6 4 18
Pradesh
Uttarakhand 42 2 2 26
Total (A+B) 779 16 37 89
AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH AND TRADE 24th April, 2012
LSQ 3021
SHRI NARAHARI MAHATO
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has signed agreements with the United States of America to encourage agricultural research and trade; (b) if so, the details thereof alongwith the benefits likely to be accrued from such agreements; (c) whether various foreign organisations are putting undue pressure on the agriculture policy of the country; (d) if so, the details thereof; and (e) the reaction of the Government thereto?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): Yes, Madam. (b): An umbrella Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in March, 2010 between the Government of India and United States of America for cooperation in agriculture and food security, to work together bilaterally and in cooperation with other countries to achieve common goal in food security and increasing agricultural productivity. Details of Agreements/MoUs signed with the Universities/agencies of United States of America in the field of agricultural research and trade are annexed. (c): No, Madam. (d) & (e): Does not arise.
LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3021 DATED 24-04-2012 ANNEXURE
(I) Department of Agricultural Research & Education (DARE)-Indian Council of Agricultural Research(ICAR) has entered into agreements with the American Universities in the field of agricultural research and education for improving the agricultural productivity in country. Details of these agreements are as under: (I) ICAR has signed an MoU with Cornell University on 3.11.1998 for cooperation in the field of agricultural research. A work plan under the MoU was signed for the biennium 2011-12, and this is being implemented through various ongoing activities. (II) An MoU between the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), India and the Kansas State University (KSU), USA has been signed though exchange of Letters in August, 2010. A draft work plan has been prepared for the years 2011-12 and has been sent to Kansas side for their comments/concurrence. Reply is awaited from the Kansas side. (III) An MoU was signed between ICAR and the Iowa State University for cooperation in the field of agriculture research on 28.1.1998. There has been no development after that and the matter has not progressed any further. (IV) An MoU between Ohio State University, USA and ICAR was signed on 15.4.1999 but the matter has not progressed any further. (V) ICAR has signed an MoU with the University of Illinois on 5.10.2010 for cooperation in the field of agricultural research and education. A draft work plan has since been prepared for the years 2012-2013 and has been sent to University of Illinois for their comments/concurrence. No comments have been received from the Illinois side so far. (VI) ICAR has signed an MoU with the Michigan State University by exchange of papers in August- September, 2010. A work plan under the MoU for the biennium 2012-2013 is under process.
(VII) ICAR signed an MoU with University of Georgia (UGA) on 3rd November, 2009. A draft work plan has been prepared for the years 2012-2013 and has been sent to UGA side for their comments/concurrence. No comments have been received so far. (II) A Work Plan Agreement (WPA) for export of rice from India to USA was signed between Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) of United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of Agriculture & Cooperation, Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India. The agreement establishes the process for elimination of Khapra beetle in rice prior to exportation to USA. This agreement facilitates export of rice from India to USA.
COMMITTEE ON GREEN REVOLUTION 24th April, 2012
LSQ 3027
SHRI ARJUN RAM MEGHWAL
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the salient features of the approach papers proposed by the Government for the second Green Revolution in the country; (b) whether the Government proposes to constitute a committee of Chief Ministers to monitor the implementation of the second Green Revolution; and (c) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): In the approach paper to 12th Five Year Plan, Planning Commission has identified it as national priority to fully extend green revolution to all the low productivity areas of eastern region where there is good potential to harness ample natural resources in order to achieve food security and agricultural sustainability. Need has been highlighted for increased investment in infrastructure particularly in power, logistics and marketing to supplement the efforts under the programme of “Bringing Green Revolution in Eastern India (BGREI)” started since 2010-11 as a part of on-going Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) that aims to increase the productivity of rice based cropping system through crop husbandry. (b) & (c): No, Madam.
CROP LIVESTOCK FARMING SYSTEMS 24th April, 2012
LSQ 3030
SHRI MAGUNTA SREENIVASULU REDDY
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:
(a) whether the Government has called for development of crop-livestock farming systems based on integrated food- fodder, breed health and bio-security management; (b) if so, the details thereof and the response received from general public, farmers, experts and UN agency so far in this regard; (c) the difficulties faced at the implementation stage in the XI Five Year Plan period; and (d) the future vision prepared for 2020 in this regard?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES. (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT):
a) Yes, Madam. b) Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR) is conducting research on Crop‐Livestock Farming System through developing food‐feed crops to have better quality fodder without compromising on grain yield in collaboration with ICAR‐ State Agriculture University (SAU)‐ Consultative Group on International Agriculture Research (CGIAR) Institutes. Also, research on enhancing nutrient bio‐availability of crop residues through strategic supplementation approach, feed processing (Complete feed block, total mixed ration) is being pursued. Research on bread improvement programme and animal health management is actively being pursued with CGIAR Institutes and Under network mode with SAUs, ICAR Institutes and NGOs. Some of the technologies/research outputs emanating out of these programmes are widely accepted by farmers and Government is encouraging its usage through various programmes like Rashtriya krishi Vikas Yojana, National Dairy plan and feed/fodder mission. (c) to (d) Future visions for 2020 for all the institutes of Animal Science Division of ICAR have been prepared with emphasis on these aspects.
DAIRY DEVELOPMENT 24th April, 2012
LSQ 3045
SHRI BHOOPENDRA SINGH
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:
(a) the projects being implemented for dairy development under special package in Bundelkhand; and (b) the progress made so far in this regard?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES. (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT):
(a) National Rainfed Area Authority, under the Planning Commission is implementing the special package in Bundelkahand for dairy development in 7 districts of Uttar Pradesh and 6 districts of Madhya Pradesh covering the components of establishment of Dairy Cooperative Society, installation of bulk milk coolers, upgradation of dairy plants/chilling centers, capacity building, AI Training, exposure visit etc. (b) Under the Bundalkhand package an amount of Rs.26.74 crore and Rs.41.31 crore have been approved and released for implementation in the states of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh respectively for dairy development. Against the target of 820 Dairy Cooperative societies, 315 societies in Madhya Pradesh and 335 societies in Uttar Pradesh have been established so far. Nine bulk milk coolers have been set up in Bundelkhand district of Madhya Pradesh. The existing milk processing plant at Jhansi is being upgraded with modern processing facilities (20000 liter per day capacity) through NDDB. Similarly, the processing plant at sagar District (Madhya Pradesh) is being upgraded to 20,000 liter per day capacity. The Construction work at both the Plants is under progress. Four milk chilling centers in Uttar Pradesh are also in the process of upgradation. In Madhya Pradesh, against the target of 25000 liter per day milk collection, 24000 liter is being collected. Similarly, Uttar Pradesh state also has achieved more than 50% of the targeted (60,000 liter per day) dairy milk collection.
POLICY ON PESTICIDES AND FERTILISERS 24th April 2012
LSQ 3081
DR. MAHENDRASINH PRUTHVISINH CHAUHAN SHRI CHANDRE D.B. GOWDA SHRI DHARMENDRA YADAV SHRI SURESH KODIKUNNIL SHRI SHIVAJI ADHALRAO PATIL SHRI ANTO ANTONY SHRI P. KARUNAKARAN SHRI S. PAKKIRAPPA SHRI HAMDULLAH SAYEED SHRI GAJANAN DHARMSHI BABAR DR. MUNISAMY THAMBIDURAI
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Union Government is aware that many pesticides/weedicides which are banned in several foreign countries are indiscriminately used in producing vegetables and fruits in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the reaction of the Government thereto;
(c) whether the Government has banned endosulfan and other pesticides/weedicides for agriculture purpose;
(d) if so, whether the Union Government is contemplating to frame agriculture policy on utilisation of pesticides and fertilisers;
(e) if so, whether there is any proposal to invite experts, before framing such policy;
(f) if so, the details thereof alongwith the time by which the policy is likely to be implemented; and
(g) the other steps taken by the Government to limit/ban the use of such pesticides in the country?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (c): Use of pesticides in the country is regulated under the Insecticides Act, 1968. Pesticides are permitted for use after verifying claim of efficacy and safety to human beings and animals. Pesticides permitted for use are reviewed by Expert Committees from time to time based on fresh scientific information. Based on such reviews by Expert Committee, there are 67 pesticides allowed for use in India which otherwise, have been either banned or severely restricted in some countries. List is annexed.
In writ petition (civil) No. 213 of 2011 “Democratic Youth Federation of India vs Union of India & Ors”, Hon’ble Supreme Court passed an ad-interim order on 13.05.2011 banning production, sale and use of Endosulfan in the country till further orders and appointed a Joint Committee headed by the Director General of Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Agriculture Commissioner to conduct a scientific study on the question whether the use of Endosulfan would cause any serious health hazard to human beings and would cause environmental pollution. The Committee was also directed by the Court to suggest alternatives to Endosulfan. Accordingly, the Central Government issued instructions on 14.05.2011 to all State Governments/Union Territory Administrations to implement interim order of the Court in toto, which are binding on all manufacturers.
(d) to (g): While Union Government is not contemplating to frame agriculture policy on utilization of pesticides and fertilizers, Central and State Governments organize training programs on safe and judicious use of pesticides to educate the farmers and to create awareness about ill-effects of misuse of pesticides. The Government is popularizing the strategy of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) through a Central Sector Scheme “Strengthening and Modernization of Pest Management Approach in India” which includes cultural, mechanical, biological and other methods of pest control and emphasizes safe and judicious use of pesticides. Department of Agriculture & Cooperation is implementing a scheme “National Project on Management of Soil Health & Fertility” (NPMSH&F) to promote balanced and judicious use of fertilizer in conjunction with organic manure on soil test basis.
LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3081 DATED 24-04-2012
ANNEXURE
LIST OF PESTICIDES WHICH HAVE BEEN BANNED/SEVERLY RESTRICTED IN SOME COUNTRIES OF THE WORLD BUT ARE STILL BEING USED IN INDIA, ITS REVIEW STATUS AND RECOMMENDATIONS.
Sl.No. Name of the Pesticide Reviewed by Expert Recommendation of the Expert Committee/Group Committee/Group headed by
1 Acephate C.D. Mayee Use to be continued.
2 Alachlor 1.H.L. Bami Use to be continued
2.K.V. Raman To be banned.
3 Aluminum Phosphide 1 S.N. Banerjee To be permitted for restricted use
2.R.B. Singh To be permitted for restricted use
4 Atrazine C.D. Mayee Use to be continued
5 Benfuracarb C.D. Mayee Use to be continued
6 Benomyl 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued
2. K.V. Raman Use to be continued
7 Bifenthrin C.D. Mayee Use to be continued
8 Butachlor C.D. Mayee Use to be continued
9 Captan 1.S.N. Banerjee Use to be continued
2.R.B. Singh Use to be continued
10 Carbaryl 1.S.N. Banerjee Use to be continued
2.R.B. Singh Use to be continued
11 Carbendazim C.D. Mayee Use to be continued
12 Carbofuran R.B. Singh Use to be continued
13 Chlorfenapyr C.D. Mayee Use to be continued
14 Carbosulfan C.D. Mayee Use to be continued
15 Chlorothalonil C.D. Mayee Use to be continued
16 Chlorpyriphos Ranjit Ray Chaudhury Use to be continued
17 Dezomet C.D. Mayee To be permitted for restricted use.
18 DDT 1.S.N. Banerjee To be permitted for restricted use.
2.R.B. Singh To be permitted for restricted use.
19 Deltamethrin C.D. Mayee Use to be continued.
20 Diazinon C.D. Mayee To be permitted for restricted use.
21 Dichlorovos C.D. Mayee Use to be continued.
22 Dicofol 1.S.N. Banerjee Use to be continued.
2.R.B. Singh To be permitted for restricted use.
23 Diflubenzuron C. D. Mayee Use to be continued.
24 Dimethoate 1.S.N. Banerjee Use to be continued.
2.R.B. Singh Use to be continued.
25 Dinocap C.D. Mayee Use to be continued.
26 Diuron 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued
2. K.V. Raman Use to be continued
27 Endosulfan* 1.S.N. Banerjee Use to be continued
2.R.B. Singh Use to be continued
3.O.P. Dubey Use to be continued
4. C.D. Mayee Use to be continued
28 Ethofenprox C.D. Mayee Use to be continued
29 Fenpropathrin C.D. Mayee Use to be continued
30 Fenarimol 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued
2. K.V. Raman Use to be continued
31 Fenitrothion C.D. Mayee To be permitted for restricted use.
32 Fenthion C.D. Mayee To be permitted for restricted use.
33 Iprodione C.D. Mayee Use to be continued.
34 2,4-D 1.S.N. Banerjee Use to be continued
2.R.B. Singh Use to be continued
35 Kasugamycin C.D. Mayee Use to be continued.
36 Linuron C.D. Mayee Use to be continued.
37 Lindane 1.S.N. Banerjee To be permitted for restricted use.
2.R.B. Singh Use to be continued
38 Methomyl 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued
2. K.V. Raman To be permitted for restricted use.
39 Methoxy Ethyl Mercury R.B. Singh Use to be continued Chloride
40 Methyl Parathion 1.S.N. Banerjee To be permitted for restricted use.
2.R.B. Singh To be permitted for restricted use.
41 Malathion R.B. Singh Use to be continued.
42 Mancozeb C.D. Mayee Use to be continued.
43 Mepiquat Chloride C.D. Mayee Use to be continued.
44 Metaldehyde C.D. Mayee Use to be continued.
45 Monocrotophos 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued
2. K.V. Raman To be permitted for restricted use.
3. C.D. Mayee To be permitted for restricted use.
46 Oxyflurofen 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued
2. K.V. Raman Use to be continued.
47 Paraquat Dichloride R.B. Singh Use to be continued.
48 Pendimethalin C.D. Mayee Use to be continued.
49 Phorate 1.S.N. Banerjee Use to be continued.
2.R.B. Singh To be permitted for restricted use.
50 Phosphomidon 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued
2. K.V. Raman To be banned.
51 Pretilachlor R.B. Singh Use to be continued.
52 Propargite C.D. Mayee Use to be continued.
53 Propineb C.D. Mayee Use to be continued.
54 Quinalphos C.D. Mayee Use to be continued.
55 Sodium cyanide 1.S.N. Banerjee To be permitted for restricted use.
2.R.B. Singh To be permitted for restricted use.
56 Sulfosulfurone C.D. Mayee Use to be continued
57 Thiodecarb C.D. Mayee Use to be continued.
58 Thiometon 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued
2. K.V. Raman Use to be continued
59 Thiphanate Methyl C.D. Mayee Use to be continued.
60 Thiram R.B. Singh To be permitted for restricted use.
61 Triazophos 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued
2. K.V. Raman To be permitted for restricted use.
62 Trichlorofon C.D. Mayee Use to be continued
63 Tridemorph 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued
2.R.B. Singh Use to be continued
64 Trifluralin C.D. Mayee Use to be continued
65 Zinc Phosphide 1.S.N. Banerjee Use to be continued
2.R.B. Singh Use to be continued
66 Zineb 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued
2. K.V. Raman Use to be continued.
67 Ziram 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued
2. K.V. Raman Use to be continued.
# Banned for production, sale and use in India vide ad- interim order of Hon’ble Supreme Court dated 13.5.2011 till further orders.
OUTBREAK OF DEADLY DISEASES 24th April, 2012
LSQ 3088
DR. M. THAMBIDURAI SHRI RAJENDRA AGRAWAL SHRI S.S. RAMASUBBU
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:
(a) whether there have been reports of outbreak of deadly diseases like bird flu amongst the livestock population in various parts of the country including North East Region during the last one year; (b) if so, the estimated number of birds/animals culled as a result thereof; (c) the success achieved so far by the Government in preventing the spread of these diseases; and (d) the strategy developed to arrest the spread of such deadly diseases and for improving livestock during the 12th Five Year Plan Period?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES. (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT):
(a) and (b). No outbreak of bird flu has been reported in the country in the livestock so far. The outbreaks of bird flu have been reported in poultry in the states of Assam, West Bangal, Odisha, Meghalaya and Tripura during last one year. A total of 1.63 lakh birds were culled during the control and containment operation. An amount of Rs.68.43 lakh has been paid as compensation till the last occurrence as given in the Annexure. (c) The control and containment measures were carried out promptly and the disease was stopped at the source in all the outbreaks preventing the further spread.
(d) Department has an action plan for prevention, control and containment of bird flu. States are constantly advised to carry out surveillance for the disease and to take actions for control and containment of the disease in case of outbreak as per the action plan. Stress is given on capacity building for the man-power, strengthening of diagnostic capabilities and publicity campaign for awareness of the public in regard to the disease. The same efforts are proposed to be continued in the 12th plan also.
ANNEXURE Bird Flu outbreaks during last one year
S.No. Period State affected Number of No. of Birds Compensation Epicenters Culled (In paid (In INRs lakhs) lakhs)
1 8th September, 2011 Assam 1 0.15 6.52
2 19th September, 2011 West Bengal 2 0.49 19.29
3 11th January, 2012 Odisha 1 0.32 24.71
4 13th January, 2012 Meghalaya 1 0.07 7.89
5 17th January, 2012 Odisha 1 0.11 5.87
6 28th January, 2012 Tripura 1 0.06 1.20
7 4th February, 2012 Odisha 1 0.38 2.86
8 14th March, 2012 Tripura 1 0.05 0.09
Total 9 1.63 68.43
ILLEGAL AND UNREGULATED FISHING 24th April, 2012
LSQ 3106
SHRI J.M. AARON RASHID
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:
(a) whether species like 'Cat fish, Bombay duck and Pomfret' are diminishing on the verge of extinction due to rise in illegal and unregulated fishing in the country; (b) if so, whether the Government has received any demand from the National Fishermen's Forum to protect these species from illegal and unregulated fishing; (c) if so, the details thereof; and (d) the remedial measures taken/proposed to be taken by the Union Government in this regard?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES. (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT):
(a) to (d): The landing data given below indicates that the average annual landings of these species have, in fact, increased in the last decade (2001‐10) compared with previous decade (1991‐2000).
Sl. Name of the Species Average annual Landings (in tonnes) No. 1991-2000 2001-2010
1 Catfish 44,128 66,455
2 Pomfret 40,563 45,116
3 Bombay Duck 1,06,337 1,12,967
CONSERVATION OF THREATENED BREEDS 24th April, 2012
LSQ 3109
SHRI CHAUDHARY LAL SINGH
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:
(a) the outlay earmarked for the conservation of threatened breeds of small ruminants, pigs, pack animals, equine and yak during the XIth Five Year Plan period; (b) the details of funds allocated during the above period, State-wise; (c) whether the Government has fixed any target to achieve the desired objectives;and (d) if so, the details thereof and the results achieved therein so far?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES. (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT):
(a) to (b) 11th Plan Outley for the Centrally Sponsored Scheme “ Conservation of Threatened Breeds of Small Ruminants, Pigs, Pack Animals, Equine and Yak during the 11th Five Year Plan was Rs.16.00 crore which was enhanced to Rs.45.00 crore during 2008‐09 and the scheme renamed “ Conservation of Threatened Breeds of Livestock”. Details of Funds released during the 11th Five Year Plan to various states are given in Annexure‐I. (c) to (d) Year wise Targets and Achivements under the scheme during the 11th Five Year Plan are given in Annexure-II. Annexure-I
Statement referred to in reply part (a) to (b) Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 3109 dt.-24.04.2012 Name of the Scheme: Conservation of Threatened Livestock Breeds Released during XIth Plan. (Rs. In Lakhs)
S.No. State Species Breed Release Release Release Release Release in Year in Year in Year in Year in Year 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
1 Assam Pig Doom 28.50
2 Arunachal Pig Doom 0.00 0.00 10.00 Pradesh Pony Bhutia 0.00 0.00 20.00
Yak Yak 0.00 0.00 20.00
3 Gujrat Horse Kathiawadi 36.81 0.00 36.81
Goat Surti 0.00 32.25 0.00
Camel Kachchhi 0.00 68.00 0.00 32.25 40.00
4 Himachal Pony Spiti 0.00 0.00 20.00 Pradesh
Yak Yak 0.00 0.00 20.00
Goat Chegu 30.00 20.00
5 J & K Horse Zanskari 0.00 6.00 0.00
Yak Yak 20.00 50.00 3500
6 Kerala Pig Angamaly 0.00 9.20 0.00
Goat Attapaddy 0.00 27.25 20.75
7 Maharashtra Goat Sangamneri 32.00 0.00 0.00
Goat Berari 0.00 0.00 34.95
Sheep Madgyal 0.00 0.00 10.00
8 Manipur Pony Manipuri 0.00 0.00 0.00 25.50
9 Mizoram Mithun Mithun 0.00 0.00 20.00
Pig Zovawk 0.00 0.00 10.00
10 Punjab Goat Beetal 30.00 30.00 0.00
11 Sikkim Goat Banpala 18.25 28.00
Yak Hazi 0.00 20.00 0.00
12 West Bengal Pig Ghoongroo 0.00 0.00 10.00
Fowl Haringhata - - 35.00 35.00
Goat Black 9.25 Bengal Goat
13 Tamil Nadu Sheep Neelgiri 36.50
Total 98.81 194.95 355.76 136.25 203.75
Annexure-II Statement referred to in reply part (c) to (d) Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 3109 dt. 24.04.2012 (Details of target and achievement under Conservation of Threatened breeds during XIth Plan)
Activities under Target Achievemen Target Achieveme Target Achievement Target Achievement Target Achievemen conservation threatened 2007-08 t 2007-08 2008-09 nt 2008-09 2009- 2009-10 2010- 2010-11 2011-12 t 2011-12 breeds 10 11
1. No. of 2 7 2 2 2 2 4 3 4 4 breeder’s/farmer’s Association/Cooperativ e NGOs assisted 2. No. of animals under 750 1368 550 500 550 500 500 250 500 950 different threatened breeds selected and maintained in the respective breeding tract
SOIL HEALTH 24th April, 2012
LSQ 3111
SHRI RAMESH VISHWANATH KATTI
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether some of the Non- Governmental Organisations have commissioned a survey on the state of soil health in the country and suggested ways and means to improve soil health; (b) if so, the details thereof; and (c) the steps being taken by the Government to improve soil health?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): ‘Greenpeace India’ launched a ‘Living Soils Campaign’ which involved social audit of soil health management policies and schemes in selected districts of Assam, Orissa, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh and Punjab. The recommendations, inter-alia, include need for convergence of policies at grassroot level, need for an umbrella policy for ecological fertilization, launching of mission on ecological fertilization, support to various components of ecological fertilization practices such as in-situ and ex-situ bio-mass generation, on-farm and off-farm compositing, bio-fertilizers and farm made liquid manure, eco-bonus to farmers for maintaining soil health and institutional support for ensuring soil health.
(c):Government is promoting soil test based balanced and judicious use of fertilizers for improving soil health and its productivity, setting up / strengthening of static / mobile soil testing laboratories, training of soil testing laboratory staff / extension officers / farmers, field demonstrations on balanced use of fertilizers, including use of organic manure, soil amendments and micro-nutrients.
DAIRY DEVELOPMENT 24th April, 2012
LSQ 3117
SHRI VIRENDRA KUMAR SHRI PREMCHAND (GUDDU)
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:
(a) whether the Government proposes to enhance expenditure on dairy development activities during the XIIth Five Year Plan in the country including Madhya Pradesh; (b) if so, the details thereof, State-wise; and (c) the percentage of expenditure on Dairy Development activities out of the total expenditure on agricultural development activities during the XIIth Plan period?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES. (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT):
(a), (b) & (c) The Planning Commission has informed that XIIth Five Year Plan has not been finalized and state- wise allocations are not made in Five Year Plan. However, Budget provision for the dairy development projects of this Department during higher than the average annual budget during XIIth Plan.
DEVELOPMENT OF ANIMAL HUSBANDRY 24th April, 2012
LSQ 3123
SHRI RAMEN DEKA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:
(a) the details of funds released for development of Animal Husbandry sector in Assam during each of the last three years; (b) whether the Government proposes to launch new schemes under the above sector in Assam; (c) if so, the details thereof; and (d) the extent to which these schemes are beneficial to farmers?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES. (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT):
(a) The Detail of the funds released for development of Animal Husbandry Sector in Assam during each of the last three years is at Annexure‐I. (b) & (c) Planning Commission has constituted Working Group on Animal Husbandry & Dairying for the 12th Five Year Plan which has recommended for providing higher thrust to Animal Husbandry sector in the 12th Five Year Plan. (d) The Scheme being implemented by the Department of Animal Husbandry Dairying and Fisheries have been Beneficial to farmers and have led to increase in livestock production & productivity and development & Conservation of breeds.
Annexure-I Funds released to Assam under various Central and Centrally Sponsored Schemes during each of the last three years
Rs. In lakhs S.No. Name of the Scheme 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
Animal Husbandry
Centrally Sponsored
1 National Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding 614.41 74.08 728.21
2 Poultry Development
a) Rural backyard Poultry Development 0.00 157.33 0.00
b) Poultry Venture Capital Fund 25.00 2.50 29.27
3 Conservation of Threatened livestock breeds 0.00 28.50 0.00
4 Centrally Sponsored Feed and Fodder Development 0.00 0.00 218.20 Scheme
5 Livestock Insurance Scheme 50.00 148.50 200.00
6 Integrated Sample Survey 3.30 5.00 10.00
7 Livestock Health & Disease Control
a) Assistance to State for Control of Animal Disease 0.00 0.00 404.74
b) National Project for Rinderpest Eradication 0.00 15.00 15.00
c) Establishment & Strengthening of Velerinary 0.00 872.00 978.00 Hospitals & Dispensaries
d) National Control Programme of Brucellosis 0.00 0.00 338.30
e) National Animal Disease Reporting System 0.00 4.00 0.00
f) Preparedness, Control & Containment of Avian 0.00 0.00 15.70 Influenza (PCCAI)
Central Sector Schemes
8 Piggery Development 58.12 315.93
KRISHI VIGYAN KENDRAS 24th April, 2012
LSQ 3126
SHRI JAGADANAND SINGH DR. RAGHUVANSH PRASAD SINGH DR. (SMT.) KRUPARANI KILLI SHRI SUBHASH BAPURAO WANKHEDE SHRI NARAYAN SINGH AMLABE
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the total number of Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) functioning in the country, State-wise and location- wise; (b) whether the Government proposes to set more KVKs in various States of the country including Bihar, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh; (c) if so, the details thereof, State-wise and location-wise; (d) the details of activities undertaken and achievements made by these centres during the last three years; and (e) the total funds provided by the Government to these centres during the last three years and the current year?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) A total number of 630 Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) are functioning in the country. The State-wise number and names of districts with KVKs are given at Annexure-I. (b) & (c): The Government has approved setting up of 37 more KVKs in the country including one each in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. The State-wise names of the identified districts for setting up of new KVKs are given in Annexure-II. (d) The activities of KVKs include on-farm trials and frontline demonstrations; training of farmers and extension personnel; extension activities to create awareness about improved agricultural technology; production of seed, planting material and livestock strains/fingerlings. In addition selected KVKs test soil and water samples of farmers associated with their activities. The achievements made by KVKs in during last three years are given in Annexure-III.
(e) A total amount of Rs.1866.76 crores has been provided by the Government for the KVKs during the last three years and current year. The year-wise details of funds provided are given in Annexure-IV.
[Part (a) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Q.No.3126 for 24-04-2012] State/Union Territory-wise details of the districts with KVKs
Annexure-I
[Part (a) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Q.No.3126 for 24-04-2012]
State/Union Territory-wise details of the districts with KVKs
S. No. State/Union Number of Name of districts with KVK Territory KVKs
1 Andaman and 3 Port Blair, Nicobar, North & Middle Andaman (Mayabunder) Nicobar Islands
2 Andhra Pradesh 34 Ananthpur, West Godavari, Warangal, Shrikakulam, Vizianagaram, Kadapa, Krishna, Nellore, Adilabad, Prakasham, Khammam, Nizamabad, East Godavari, Ranga Reddy, Mahaboobnagar, Nalgonda, Chittoor, Karimnagar, Kurnool, Visakhapatnam, Medak, Guntur, Ananthpur (2), Kurnool (2), Mahboob nagar (2), East Godavari (2), Nalgonda (2), Warangal (2), West Godavari (2), Karim nagar (2), Guntur, Prakasam, Chittor, Krishna
3 Arunachal 13 West Siang, West Kameng, Tirap, Lower Dibang Valley, Lower Pradesh Subansiri, Papumpare, Upper Siang, East Kameng, Tawang, Lohit, Upper Subansiri, East Siang, Changlang
4 Assam 22 Sonitpur, Cachar, Golaghat, Kokrajhar, Sibsagar, Nalbari, Barpeta, Bongaigaon, Karbi Anglong, Kamrup, North Lakhimpur, Nagaon,Tinsukia, Karimganj, Dhubri, Dhemaji, Dibrugarh, Darrang, Jorhat, Goalpara, Hailakandi, Udalguri
5 Bihar 38 Munger, Darbhanga, Vaishali, Begusarai, Saharsa, Nalanda, Banka, Patna, Sheikhpura, Muzaffarpur, Madhepura, Bhagalpur, Rohtas, Araria, Purnea, Katihar, Samastipur, Siwan, West Champaran , Jahanabad, Saran, Supaul, Gaya, Sheohar, Aurangabad, Lakhisarai, East Champaran, Kishanganj, Gopalganj, Buxar, Bhojpur, Nawadah, Kaimur, Jamui, Madhubani, Khagaria, Sitamarhi, Arwal
6 Chhattisgarh 20 Bilaspur, Surguja, Durg, Bastar, Raipur, Janjgir-Champa, Raigarh, Dhamtari, Mahasamund, Dantewada, Korba, Jashpur, Kanker, Kavardha, Korea, Rajnandgaon, Narayanpur, Bijapur, Raipur, Sarguja
7 Delhi 1 Ujwa (New Delhi)
8 Goa 2 North Goa, South Goa
9 Gujarat 28 Banaskantha, Sabarkantha, Dahod, Anand, Ahemedabad, Dang, Surat, Navsari, Narmada, Amreli, Rajkot, Jamnagar, Porbandar,
Surendranagar, Gandhinagar, Valsad, Kheda, Panchmahal, Mehsana, Bharuch, Vadodara, Patan, Kuchchh, Kuchchh (2), Bhavnagar, Junagadh, Tapi, Rajkot(2)
10 Haryana 18 Panipat, Kaithal, Jind, Hisar, Kurukshetra, Faridabad, Yamunanagar, Sonipat, Rohtak, Sirsa, Mahendergarh, Fatehabad, Jhajjar, Bhiwani, Karnal, Gurgaon, Ambala, Rewari
11 Himachal 12 Kullu, Una, Mandi, Sirmaur, Hamirpur, Kangra, Lahaul & Spiti, Pradesh Bilaspur, Kinnaur, Chamba, Shimla, Solan
12 Jammu and 16 Jammu, Rajouri, Doda, Udhampur, Poonch, Leh, Pulwama, Srinagar, Kashmir Budgam, Kargil, Baramulla, Kupwara, Anantnag, Kathua, Kulgam, Shopian
13 Jharkhand 22 West Singhbhum, Dumka, Palamau, Pakur, Lohardanga, Giridih, Bokaro, East Singhbhum, Sahibganj,Chatra, Garwah, Dhanbad, Simdega, Latehar, Jamtara, Koderma, Deoghar, Ranchi, Hazaribagh, Gumla, Godda,Seraikela
14 Karnataka 30 Raichur, Haveri, Bidar, Dharwad, Koppal, Gulbarga, Bijapur, Uttara Kannada, Bagalkot, Hassan, Mandya, Shimoga, Tumkur, Udupi, Chitradurga, Chikkamagalur, Dakshina Kannada, Chamrajanagar, Kolar, Bangalore Rural, Kodagu, Mysore, Belgaum, Gadag, Davanagere, Ramanagram, Tumkur, Dakshin Kannada, Gulbarga, Belgaum
15 Kerala 14 Palghat, Kollam, Wynad, Kottayam, Kannur, Malappuram, Thrissur, Kasaragode, Alleppey, Ernakulam, Kozhikode (Calicut), Thiruvananthapuram, Idukki, Pathanamthitta
16 Lakshadweep 1 Kiltab Island Lakshadweep
17 Madhya 47 Chhindwara, Jhabua, Sidhi, Shahdol, Khandwa, Tikamgarh, Seoni, Pradesh Bhind, Rajgarh, Guna, Balaghat, Betul, Panna, Dhar, Dindori, Gwalior, Rewa, Hoshangabad, Morena, Sagar, Khargone, Shajapur,, Ujjain, Mandsaur, Jabalpur, Harda, Damoh, Narsinghpur, Dewas, Padaria, Chatarpur, Shivpuri, Neemuch, Mandla, Badwani, Umaria, Sheopur, Datia, Bhopal, Ratlam, Vidisha, Satna, Indore, Sehore, Raisen, Burhanpur, Ashoknagar
18 Maharashtra 44 Wardha, Bhandara, Chandrapur, Yavatmal, Gondia, Godchiroli, Aurangabad, Osmanabad, Ratnagiri, Raigarh, Dhule, Nagpur, Nashik, Parbhani, Kolhapur, Buldana(1), Amaravathi(1), Amaravathi (2), Nanded, Solapur, Washim, Sindhudurg, Thane, Jalgaon, Beed(1), Satara, Pune, Ahmednagar, Sangli, Jalna, Hingoli, Nandurbar, Latur, Pune (2), Jalgaon, Akola, Satara (2), Beed (2), Buldana (2), Ahmednagar (2), Solapur (2), Nashik (2), Nanded (2), Auragabad (2)
19 Manipur 9 Imphal West, Churachandpur, Tamenglong, Chandel, Senapati,
Bishnupur, Imphal East, Thoubal, Ukhrul
20 Meghalaya 5 West Garo Hills, Ri-bhoi, Jaintia Hills, East Khasi Hills, West Khasi Hills
21 Mizoram 8 West Garo Hills, Ri-bhoi, Jaintia Hills, East Khasi Hills, West Khasi Hills
22 Nagaland 9 Dimapur, Medziphema, Wokha, Mokokchung, Kohima, Tuensang, Mon, Zunheboto, Laongleng
23 Odisha 33 Koraput, Kendrapara, Keonjhar, Balasore, Gnajam, Bargarh, Kandhamal (Phulbani), Kalahandi, Jaipur, Dhenkanal, Angul, Bhadrak, Nabarangpur, Sundergarh, Sundergarh, Nayagarh, Sambalpur, Jagatsinghpur, Gajapati, Rayagada, Nuapada, Boudh, Mayurbhanj, Sonepur, Malkangiri, Deogargh, Jharsuguda, Puri, Cuttack, Khurda, Mayurbhanj (2), Ganjam (2), Sundergerh (2)
24 Pudducherry 3 Karaikal, Pudducherry, Yanam
25 Punjab 20 Faridkot, Gurdaspur, Ferosepur, Bathinda, Hoshiarpur, Patiala, Kapurthala, Sangrur, Nawanshahar, Roopnagar, Ludhiana, Amritsar, Muktsar, Fatehgargh Sahib, Moga, Jalandhar, Mansa, Tarantaran, Barnala, Sahaibjada Ajit Singh Nagar (Mohali)
26 Rajasthan 42 Dausa, Jhunjhunu, Bikaner, Sawai Madhopur, Ajmer, Dhoulpur, Sikar, Jalore, Alwar, Bharatpur, Jaisalmer, Nagaur, Sriganganagar, Karauli, Dungarpur, Banswara, Baran, Sirohi, Chittorgarh, Kota, Bundi, Jhalawar, Rajsamand, Bhilwara, Jodhpur, Pali, Tonk, Jaipur, Udaipur, Churu, Barmer, Hanumangarh, Barmer (2), Nagaur (2), Bikaner (2), Jodhpur (2), Churu (2), Jaipur (2), Jaisalmer (2), Alwar (2), Hanumangarh (2), Pratapgarh
27 Sikkim 4 East Sikkim, North Sikkim, West Sikkim, South Sikkim
28 Tamil Nadu 30 Salem, Cuddalore, Virdhachalam, Trichirappali, Perambalur, Pudukottai, Ramanathapuram, Kanyakumari, Madurai, Villupuram, Vellore, Thiruvallur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Virudhunagar, Dharmapuri, Kancheepuram, Shivagangai, Namakkal, Dindigul, Coimbatore, Theni, Nilgiris, Tiruvannamalai, Tirunelveli, Krishnagiri, Thanjavur, Tuticorin, Karur, Ariyalur
29 Tripura 4 West Tripura, South Tripura, Dhalai, North Tripura
30 Uttar Pradesh 68 Sahajahanpur, Bijnor, Saharanpur, Badaun, Ghaziabad, Rampur, Muzaffarnagar, Meerut, Pilibhit, Baghpat, Moradabad, Gautam Budha Nagar, Bahraich, Ballia, Mau, Varanasi, Basti, Faizabad, Gorakhpur, Maharajganj, Sonbhadra, Siddharth Nagar, Azamgarh, Barabanki, Jaunpur, Chandauli, Balrampur, Sant Kabir Nagar, Mathura, Jhansi, Rai Bareli, Fatehpur, Aligarh, Kanpur (Dehat), Mainpuri, Mahoba, Etawah, Kannauj, Firozabad, Hamirpur, Jalaun, Lakhimpur Kheri,
Lalitpur, Farrukhabad, Hardoi, Lucknow, Bareilly, Kushinagar, Etah, Agra, Allahabad, Sant Ravidas Nagar, Mirzapur , Bulandshahar , Sultanpur, Gonda , Chitrakoot, Unnao, Pratapgarh, Gazipur, Sidhauli, Kaushambi, Auraiya, Deoria, Mahamayanagar, Banda, Ambedkar Nagar, Sitapur
31 Uttarakhand 13 Champavat, Tehri Garhwal, Nainital, Chamoli, Haridwar, Almora, Pauri Garhwal, Rudra Prayag, Udhamsingh Nagar, Pithoragarh, Dehradun, Uttarakanshi, Bageshwar
32 West Bengal 17 Darjeeling, Coochbehar, Malda, Dakshin Dinajpur, Uttar Dinajpur, Howrah, Hoogly, Jalpaiguri, Nadia, North 24 Parganas, Murshidabad, South 24 Parganas, West Midnapur, Purulia, Burdhman, Birbhum, Bankura
Total 630
Annexure- II
[Part (b) & (c) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Q.No.3126 for 24-04-2012]
State/Union Territory-wise list of 37 districts, where new KVKs are proposed to be set up
S.No State/ Union KVK to be established Additional KVK in the Districts Total Territory in newly created KVK to be approved in X & XI District established in Plan to be established the larger during XII Plan district
1 Arunachal Anjaw (1) - Dibang Valley, Kurung 3 Pradesh Kumey (2)
2 Assam Baska, Chirang (2) - North Cachar, Morigaon 4 (2)
3 Dadra & Nagar - - Silvasa (1) 1 Haveli
4 Daman & Diu - - Daman, Diu (2) 2
5 Gujarat Opened in Surat Banaskantha, (1) - 1
6 Haryana Mewat, (1) - Panchkula (1) 2
7 Jammu & Reasai, Samba, Leh (1) - 7 Kashmir
Ramban, Kishtwar, Gandarbal, Bandipora
(6)
8 Jharkhand Ramgarh, Kuti (2) - - 2
9 Karnataka Chikkaballapur (1) - 1
10 Madhaya - - Anuppur(1) 1 Pradesh
11 Maharashtra - Yavatmal - 1
12 Meghalaya - - South Garo Hills, East 2 Garo Hills (2)
13 Nagaland Pareen, Kaiphire (2) - - 2
14 Puducherry - - Mahe (1) 1
15 Uttar Pradesh - Allahabad (1) Shravasti, Jyotiba Phule 3 Nagar (2)
16 West Bengal - South 24 East Midnapor (1) 4 Parganas, Murshidabad, Bardhaman (3)
Total 37
Annexure- III
[Part (d) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Q.No.3126 for 24-04-2012]
Details of activities undertaken and achievements made by KVKs during last three years (2009-10 to 2011-12)
S. No. Activities 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Total
On- farm trials conducted 83290 1 (Number) 26028 27734 29528
Frontline demonstrations 301954 2 conducted (Number) 86285 114554 101115
3 Farmers trained 14.37 15.23 14.68 44.28
(in lakh)
Extension Personnel 3.31 4 trained (in lakh) 1.03 1 1.28
6 106.85 106.27 180.3 393.42 Participants in extension
activities
(in lakh)
7 Production of seed 20898 17398.2 29700 67996.2
(in tones)
Planting material 479.37 8 produced (in lakh) 146.09 140 193.28
Live-stock strains and 552.57 finger lings produced (in 9 lakh) 142.72 360 49.85
Soil, water, plant, manures 6.36 10 samples tested (in lakh) 1.58 2.29 2.49
Mobile agro- advisory 1407574 messages provided to 12 farmers ( number ) 0 64108 1343466
Annexure –IV
[Part (e) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Q.No.3126 for 24-04-2012]
The year-wise details of funds provided for KVKs during last three years (2009-10 to 2011-12) and current year
Year Funds provided ( Rs. In Crores )
2009-10 299.27
2010-11 602.26
2011-12 491.04
2012-13 (BE) 474.19
Total 1866.76
SPONSORS OF ICAR PROGRAMME 24th April, 2012
LSQ 3161
SHRI JAGDISH SHARMA SHRI SANJAY SHAMRAO DHOTRE
SHRI MANGANI LAL MANDAL SHRI BHOOPENDRA SINGH SHRI VILAS BABURAO MUTTEMWAR
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether in a recently organized seminar by Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Dow Chemicals and Monsanto Company Ltd., were the main sponsors for the event; (b) if so, the reasons therefor; (c) whether the Government has received any protests from various quarters in this regard;and (d) the steps taken/proposed to be taken not to involve these tainted companies in future?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) M/s Dow Agro Sciences and Monsanto were two of the over two dozen sponsors/co-sponsors of two recently held Conferences, namely “Second International Conference on Agrochemicals Protecting Crops, Health and Natural Environment: Role of Chemistry for Sustainable Agriculture” during 15-18 February 2012, and the “International Conference on Plant Biotechnology for Food Security: New Frontiers” during February 21-24, 2012, New Delhi, India.
(b) Preparations for the conferences were begun in 2011, when the letters asking for financial support were sent out in the month of September, 2011. Apart from their commercial activities Dow Agro Sciences and Monsanto also have R&D facilities in India. As a consequences, ICAR scientists have working relation with them, especially in terms of interaction at academic conferences etc. for a considerably long time. The organizers were not aware of any Government directions prohibiting sponsorship/relationship with any Dow and Monsanto Company.
(c) In the context of Dow’s sponsorship of the Olympics Acting President, Indian Olympic Association, wrote to the Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs, and reports also appeared in certain newspapers. (d) Care is taken to accept sponsorships only from companies legally functioning in India.
DECLINE IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION 24th April, 2012
LSQ 3178
SHRI RAM SUNDAR DAS SHRI KAPIL MUNI KARWARIYA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether there has been a decline in the production and employment opportunities in the agriculture sector due to excessive flood and drought in the country; and (b) if so, the action plan of the Government to address the above problems in the event of natural calamities?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Vagaries of nature including natural calamities do impact agriculture, which is reflected by decline in agricultural production. To provide relief during natural calamities, the State Governments have ready availability of funds under State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF). Additional assistance, over and above the SDRF, is considered from National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) in accordance with the established procedure on submission of Memorandum by the affected States. There are laid down items and norms for providing relief assistance from these funds.
With a view to provide employment, the Government has introduced Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MNREGA). Department of Agricultural and Cooperation has prepared “Agricultural Contingency Plan” to enable State Governments to take necessary contingency measures in the event of excess or deficient rainfall situation.
IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON AGRICULTURE 24th April, 2012
LSQ 3179
SHRI K. SUGUMAR DR. MAHENDRASINH PRUTHVISINH CHAUHAN DR. KIRODILAL MEENA SHRI MAGUNTA SREENIVASULU REDDY
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the agriculture sector in the country is pressurised from both high population growth and climate change; (b) whether the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has conducted any survey with regard to the impact of climate change on the production of foodgrains in the country during the last three years; (c) if so, the details thereof; and (d) the steps proposed to be taken for mitigating the impact of climate change on foodgrains production?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a)Higher population will require higher agricultural production. Besides there are also reports about possible impact of climate change for agricultural production.
(b) & (c): Indian studies conducted under ICAR Network Project on Climate Change (NPCC), indicate that climate change may reduce yield of timely sown irrigated wheat by about 6% in 2020. When late and very late sown wheat is taken into consideration, the projected impact could reduce the yield by as much as 18%, if no adaptation measures are followed. Similarly, this study projects 4-6% reduction in yield of rice and up to 18% in respect of irrigated kharif maize, and 2.5% in rainfed sorghum by the year 2020.
(d) As part of the National Action Plan for Climate Change, the Mission Document on National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) has been formulated jointly by Department of Agriculture & Cooperation and Department of Agricultural Research & Education, in consultation of stakeholders including State Governments, and approved in principle by Prime Minister’s Council on Climate Change.
AGRICULTURAL SCHEMES 24th April 2012
LSQ 3180
SHRI GAJANAN DHARMSHI BABAR SHRI DHARMENDRA YADAV SHRI SHIVAJI ADHALRAO PATIL SHRI ANANDRAO ADSUL
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Union Government proposes to absorb 52 agriculture related schemes into seven major schemes during the 12th Five Year Plan Period;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the reasons behind rationalisation of these schemes;
(c) whether a committee has been constituted under the chairmanship of B.K. Chaturvedi to review the entire Centrally sponsored schemes and suggest potential ways of their consolidation to bring significant reduction in their number;
(d) if so, whether the aforesaid committee has submitted its report to the Union Government; and
(e) if so, the outcome thereof alongwith the action taken by the Union Government thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): In order to provide focused approach and to address the problems and constraints in specific areas relating to agriculture sector, the existing schemes of the Department of Agriculture & Cooperation were reviewed, as a consequence of which two existing Missions, viz, National Food Security Mission, National Horticulture Mission, three new Missions, viz, National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture; Technology Mission on Oilseeds and Oil Palm; National Mission on Agricultural Extension and Technology and Farmers Income Security Scheme have been approved by the Planning Commission.
(c) to (e): Planning Commission constituted, inter-alia, a Committee under the Chairmanship of Shri B.K. Chaturvedi to examine restructuring of Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS). Based, inter-alia, on the input, the Planning Commission have agreed for three new missions, two existing missions, apart from the Farmers Income Security Scheme.
SUSTAINABLE USE OF WATER RESOURCES FOR AGRICULTURE 8th May, 2012
LSQ *444
SHRI RAMESH BAIS SHRI P. C. MOHAN
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the percentage of agricultural production in the country based on ground water; (b) whether the foodgrains production in the country has adversely been affected due to depletion of ground water; (c) if so, the details thereof; (d) whether the Union Government has assessed the current situation in each State/ UT in this regard and if so, the outcome thereof; and (e) the steps taken/proposed to be taken by the Government for sustainable use of water resources for agricultural purpose?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 444 DUE FOR REPLY ON 8TH MAY, 2012.
(a) to (e): As per available estimates (2009-10), out of 192.20 million hectare of gross cropped area, 86.42 million hectare is grown under irrigated condition. Ground water contributes about 62% of the irrigated area and it is estimated that about 37% of total food grain production comes from areas irrigated with ground water. In the States of Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Delhi, annual ground water draft is beyond replenishable volume. However, overall food grain production has been increasing and food grain production which was about 196.81 million tonnes in 2000-01 has increased to 244.78 million tonnes in 2010-11. As per assessment of dynamic ground water resources, against net ground water availability of 396 billion cubic meter (bcm), annual ground water draft for irrigation, domestic and industrial uses is 243 bcm which is about 61% of the available resources. State-wise status of ground water development is annexed. Water being a State subject, measures for sustainable use of ground water are undertaken by State Governments. Ministry of Water Resources (MoWR)/ Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) are promoting rain water harvesting and artificial recharge through implementation of pilot projects, Artificial Recharge to Ground Water through Dug Wells scheme, publication of Manual on artificial recharge to ground water, mass awareness and training programmes etc. Directions have been issued by the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) to Chief Secretaries in 12 States and Administrators in 2 Union Territories having over-exploited blocks to take all necessary measures to promote/ adopt artificial recharge to ground water/ rain water harvesting. Farmers Participatory Action Research Programme (FPARP) is being implemented by MoWR through Agricultural Universities/ ICAR Institutes/ Water and Land Management Institutes /Engineering Colleges etc. to create awareness for water conservation including rainwater harvesting and related issues among the farmers.
To ensure effective utilization of available surface and sub-surface water resources in agriculture, National Mission on Micro Irrigation is being implemented by Ministry of Agriculture to minimize water requirement and for extending availability of water over longer durations. Ministries of Agriculture and Rural Development are also implementing watershed development programmes under which soil and water conservation measures are taken up for ground water recharge and life saving irrigation. Besides, under all major development programmes of Ministry of Agriculture, viz., Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojna (RKVY), National Food Security Mission (NFSM), National Horticulture Mission (NHM), Macro Management of Agriculture (MMA) etc., construction of farm ponds and other means of water harvesting are encouraged for sustainable use of water resources.
ANNEXURE REFERRED TO IN REPLY OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 444
Status of Ground Water Development
Net Annual Annual Draft (BCM) Stage of Sl. Name of State Availability Irrigation Domestic & Total Development (BCM) Industry (%) 1 Andhra Pradesh 30.76 12.61 1.54 14.15 46 2 Arunachal Pradesh 4.01 0.002 0.001 0.003 0.07 3 Assam 27.81 5.333 0.69 6.026 22 4 Bihar 26.21 9.79 1.56 11.36 43 5 Chhattisgarh 11.58 3.08 0.52 3.60 31 6 Delhi 0.29 0.14 0.26 0.40 138 7 Goa 0.133 0.014 0.030 0.044 33 8 Gujarat 17.35 11.93 1.05 12.99 75 9 Haryana 9.80 11.71 0.72 12.43 127 10 Himachal Pradesh 0.53 0.23 0.08 0.31 58 11 Jammu & Kashmir 3.33 0.15 0.58 0.73 22 12 Jharkhand 5.41 1.17 0.44 1.61 30 13 Karnataka 14.81 9.01 1.00 10.01 68 14 Kerala 6.03 1.30 1.50 2.81 47 15 Madhya Pradesh 32.25 16.66 1.33 17.99 56 16 Maharashtra 33.81 15.91 1.04 16.95 50 17 Manipur 0.40 0.0033 0.0007 0.0040 1 18 Meghalaya 1.1109 0.0015 0.0002 0.0017 0.15 19 Mizoram 0.039 0.000 0.0004 0.0004 1
20 Nagaland 0.38 - 0.008 0.008 2.14 21 Orissa 16.69 3.47 0.89 4.36 26 22 Punjab 20.35 33.97 0.69 34.66 170 23 Rajasthan 10.79 12.86 1.65 14.52 135 24 Sikkim 0.046 0.003 0.007 0.010 21 25 Tamil Nadu 20.65 14.71 1.85 16.56 80 26 Tripura 2.74 0.09 0.07 0.16 6 27 Uttar Pradesh 68.57 46.00 3.49 49.48 72 28 Uttarakhand 2.07 1.01 0.03 1.05 51 29 West Bengal 27.58 10.11 0.79 10.91 40 Total States 395.52 221.29 21.83 243.14 61 Union Territories 1 Andaman & Nicobar 0.298 0.0006 0.010 0.011 4 2 Chandigarh 0.020 0.000 0.000 0.000 0 3 Dadar & Nagar Haveli 0.06 0.001 0.007 0.009 15 4 Daman & Diu 0.011 0.008 0.003 0.011 99 5 Lakshdweep 0.003 0.0000 0.003 0.003 74 6 Pondicherry 0.154 0.121 0.029 0.150 98 Total UTs 0.54 0.13 0.05 0.18 34 Grand total 396.06 221.42 21.89 243.32 61 * Dynamic Ground Water Resources of India (as on 31 March, 2009), CGWB, November, 2011.
ASSISTANCE FOR DROUGHT 8th May, 2012
LSQ *446
SHRI RAMESH VISHWANATH KATTI SHRI SUDARSHAN BHAGAT
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether several States/UTs are facing drought conditions during the current year; (b) if so, the details of such districts; (c) whether these States have submitted any memorandum to the Union Government for drought relief; (d) if so, the Central assistance provided to these States so far; and (e) the steps taken/proposed to be taken by the Government to help the farmers in these States to tide over the current crisis?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 446 DUE FOR REPLY ON 8TH MAY, 2012.
(a) to (e): During 2012-2013, Government of Maharashtra has declared drought in 15 districts seeking central financial assistance. These districts are Nashik, Dhule, Nandurbar, Ahmednagar, Latur, Osmanabad, Pune, Satara, Sangli, Solapur, Nagpur, Gondia, Gadchiroli, Amaravati and Buldhana. After receipt of Memorandum from the Government of Maharashtra, an Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT) was deputed to visit the drought affected areas to assess loss/damage caused due to drought and recommend Central financial assistance. IMCT visited Maharashtra during April 16-17, 2012 and has submitted its Report, which would be placed before the High Level Committee for its consideration.
During 2011-12, two States namely Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh were affected by drought. Districts declared as drought affected by the State Governments are as under:-
Karnataka (23 districts): Ramnagar, Kolar, Chikkaballapura, Tumkur, Chitradurga, Chamarajanagar, Mysore, Mandya, Bellary, Koppal, Raichure, Gulburga, Yadgiri, Bidar, Bagalkote, Bijapur, Gadag, Dharwad, Hasan, Chikkamagalur, Belguam, Davangere and Haveri.
Andhra Pradesh (22 districts): Mahabubnagar, Ananthapur, Nalgonda, Karimnagar, Prakasam, Kurnool, Adilabad, Warangal, YSR Kadapa, Chittoor, Medak, Khammam, Guntur, Rangareddy, Krishna, Visakhapatnam, Srikakulam, West Godavari, East Godavari, Vizianagaram, Nizamabad and SPSR Nellore.
Government of India approved an assistance of Rs.186.68 crores to Karnataka and Rs.706.15 crores to Andhra Pradesh from National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF). Sanction of Rs. 8.00 crore from Special Component of National Rural Drinking Water Programme (NRDWP) has also been made to Andhra Pradesh for repair of damaged drinking water supply works.
LIVESTOCK FARMING 8th May, 2012
LSQ 5071
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has any record of trends in small scale livestock farms in the country over the past two years; (b) whether there is any scheme undertaken to promote livestock farming amongst small farmers; and (c) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE & FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR.CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a)This Department does not have information on trends in small scale livestock - farms in the country (b) & (c) This Department is implementing the following schemes to promote livestock farming amongst small farmers: (i) Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme (ii) Poultry Venture Capital Fund Scheme (iii) Integrated Development of Small Ruminants and Rabbits and (iv) Pig Development. Capital subsidy is provided to the farmers for establishment of dairy, poultry, sheep, goat, rabbit and pig farms as per the norms of the scheme. These schemes are being implemented through National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development(NABARD).
BIO-DIESEL PLANTS 8th May, 2012
LSQ 5073
SHRI N. CHALUVARAYA SWAMY
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
a) whether the Government has made any study to assess the positive and negative impact of bio‐diesel plants on food security and agricultural land;
b) if so, the outcome thereof; and c) the action taken by the Government in this regard?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) No, Madam. Ministry of Agriculture has not commissioned any study to assess the positive and negative impact of bio-diesel plants on food security and agriculture land. (b) & (c): Question does not arise.
CULTIVATION OF BIO-FUEL CROPS 8th May, 2012
LSQ 5077
SHRI A.K.S. VIJAYAN
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether there is any policy guidelines for cultivation of bio-fuel crops in the country; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the Union Government provides any assistance to the State Governments to encourage cultivation of such crops; and (d) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): No, Madam. There are no policy guidelines formulated by Ministry of Agriculture for cultivation of bio- fuel crops in the country. However, National Oilseeds and Vegetable Oils Development (NOVOD) Board, a statutory body set up by Act of Parliament (29 of 1983), under the administrative control of Department of Agriculture & Cooperation, is promoting Jatropha and Karanja as a source of Bio-fuel on Government Institutional Wastelands through various research / implementing agencies such as Indian Council of Agricultural Research, State Agricultural Universities, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research and Indian Council of Forest Research Institute etc. (c)The Government of India does not provide any assistance to the State Governments to encourage cultivation of such crops. (d)Question does not arise.
FARM LAND 8th May, 2012
LSQ 5083
SHRI ANANTHA VENKATARAMI REDDY
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the total farm land available in the country, State-wise including Andhra Pradesh; (b) the details of irrigated and unirrigated land in the country, State-wise; and (c)the assistance being provided to the States included Andhra Pradesh to bring more farm land under irrigation?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT) (a) & (b): As per the latest available Report on the Land Use Statistics at a Glance 2009-10, the statement indicating total farm land/Agricultural Land, Gross irrigated area and Total unirrigated area in the country along with State- wise information during the year 2009-10 is at annexure.
(c ) Water being a State subject, Planning and Implementation of water resources projects are undertaken by respective State Governments. However, Ministry of Agriculture is implementing various schemes such as National Mission on Micro Irrigation, National Watershed Development Programme in Rainfed Areas etc. to improve irrigation facilities in the States.
Annexure referred to in reply to Lok Sabha UnStarred Question no.5083. due for answer on 8.5.2012
The statement indicating Total farm land/Agriculturalland, Gross irrigated area and Total unirrigated area in the country along with State-wise details during 2009-10
(Thousand Hectares) State/ Union Territory Total farm land/ Gross irrigated area Total/Gross un- Agricultural land irrigated area
Andhra Pradesh 15921 5764 6797
Arunachal Pradesh 424 56 220
Assam 3211 225 3874
Bihar 6601 4625 2866
Chhattisgarh 5570 1487 4074
Goa 197 38 123
Gujarat 12680 4933 6205
Haryana 3730 5545 806
Himachal Pradesh 824 188 744
Jammu & Kashmir 1058 480 665
Jharkhand 4288 155 1244
Karnataka 12891 4096 8777
Kerala 2303 455 2213
Madhya Pradesh 17298 7162 14249
Maharashtra 21130 4352 18260
Manipur 240 52 181
Meghalaya 1052 0.74 263
Mizoram 415 10 113
Nagaland 671 85 401
Orissa 7126 3197 5910
Punjab 4206 7714 161
Rajas7han 25569 7309 14436
Sikkim 98 18 126
Tamil Nadu 8131 3238 2333
Tripura 310 106 203
Uttarakhand 1548 567 600
Uttar Pradesh 19148 18896 5868
West Bengal 5684 5525 4005
A&N Island 28 0 16
Chandigarh 2 1 1
D&Nhaveu 24 7 18
Daman & Diu 4 - 4
Delhi - 53 34 12
Lakshadweep 3 1 2
Pondicherry 30 27 5
All India 182466 86423 105775
Note: '0' relates to the area below 500 hectares. Source: Land Use Statistics at a Glance 2009-10, DES, Ministry of Agriculture.
BT. COTTON ACREAGE 8th May, 2012
LSQ 5122
SHRI NAVEEN JINDAL
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Bt. cotton acreage has expanded significantly during the last few years;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor; (c) the details of Bt. cotton hybrids available in the country; and (d) the steps being taken to improve the Bt. cotton yields in the country?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. Due to rapid adoption and acceptance of usefulness of the Bt. Hybrids, the productivity and net income of the farmers has increased. The details of Bt. Cotton acreage expansion during the last five years is an under:
2011- Year 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 12# Area in Lakh Hectares 54.72 66.69 85.52 93.36 111.39#
# Provisional Sources Director, DOCD, Mumbai
(c): The year wise Bt. Cotton hybrids approved by Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee are as under:
Year Number of Bt. Hybrids approved 2002 3 2003 Nil 2004 1 2005 16 2006 42 2007 76 2008 145 2009 281 2010 245 2011 106 2012 46 Total 961 # Source MoEF, (CS Division). This is an indicative list of the approvals only and does not reflect on the total number of the Bt. Cotton hybrids available in the Indian market.
(d): Steps being taken to improve the Bt. Cotton yield are given below:-
# Standardization, validation and dissemination of fertilizer (including secondary and micronutrients) and water management strategies. # Standardization and dissemination of location specific water scheduling through drip irrigation system. # Optimization of crop geometry and plant population of Bt. cotton hybrids under different agro climatic situations. # Monitoring of sucking pest incidence/intensity and issue of farm advisories for their management. # Refinement of IPM technology for Bt. Cotton, its validation and dissemination. # Backstopping provided through the commercialization of BT detection kits to maintain trait purity of Bt. Seeds.
PESTICIDES RESIDUES 8th May, 2012
LSQ 5137
SHRI P. KARUNAKARAN SHRI HAMDULLAH SAYEED
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has initiated any programme to monitor the pesticides residues presence in food, crops, soil, water in the country; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether such information is being provided in the public domain through websites to warn public not to consume such food or to warn farmers not to use such pesticides; (d) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor; (e) whether the Government has any plan to implement any such warning system in the public domain so that consumers are aware and they can avoid such foods; and (f) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Government of India is implementing a Central Sector Scheme “Monitoring of Pesticide Residues at National Level” under which samples of various food commodities including rice, wheat, vegetables, fruits and water are analyzed for the presence of pesticide residues. During the period April, 2010 to March, 2011, 15321 samples of food commodities were analyzed, of which 188 samples (1.23%) had pesticide residues above Maximum Residue Limit prescribed under Prevention of Food Adulteration (PFA) Act, 1954.
(c) & (d): The pesticide residue data generated under the scheme are shared with State Governments and concerned Ministries/Organizations to initiate the corrective action for judicious and proper use of pesticides on crops with an integrated Pest Management approach and to generate awareness amongst farmers. Government of India is also promoting Integrated Pest Management (IPM) through Farmers Field Schools focusing on safe, judicious and need based use of approved pesticides and other pest management practices.
(e) & (f): The implementation of Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 rests with States/Union Territory Governments whose functionaries draw random samples of food articles regularly and take penal action in cases where the samples are found not conforming to the provisions of Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
DROUGHT HIT AREAS 8th May, 2012
LSQ 5139
KM. MEENAKSHI NATRAJAN
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the areas/places identified as drought prone in the country; (b) whether the Government has sanctioned or considering any proposal for ascertaining the reasons of drought and scientific analysis to prevent it with regard to such drought prone areas; and (c) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): A Technical Committee chaired by Prof. C.H. Hanumantha Rao, Ex-Member Planning Commission identified areas for Drought Prone Areas Programme (DPAP) during 1994-95. Details of States, Districts and Blocks covered under DPAP are annexed. (b) & (c): These areas have been identified based on soil moisture index. A total number of 27439 projects have been sanctioned during 1995-96 to 2005-06. No new projects are sanctioned under DPAP as the scheme has been subsumed under Integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP).
ANNEXURE REFERRED TO IN REPLY OF LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 5139 Annexure Drought Hit Areas
Sl. No. States No. of Districts No. of Blocks Identified Area (in million hectare) 1. Andhra Pradesh 11 94 9.9218 2. Bihar 6 30 0.9533 3. Chhattisgarh 9 29 2.1801 4. Gujarat 14 67 4.3938 5. Himachal Pradesh 3 10 0.3319 6. Jammu & Kashmir 6 22 1.4705 7. Jharkhand 15 100 3.4843 8. Karnataka 17 81 8.4332 9. Madhya Pradesh 26 105 8.9101 10. Maharashtra 25 149 19.4473 11. Orissa 8 47 2.6178 12. Rajasthan 11 32 3.1968 13. Tamil Nadu 18 80 2.9416 14. Uttar Pradesh 15 60 3.5698 15. Uttaranchal 7 30 1.5796 16. West Bengal 4 36 1.1594 Total 195 972 74.5913 Source: Department of Land Resources, Ministry of Rural Development.
SETTING UP OF NATIONAL CROP FORECAST CENTRE 8th May 2012
LSQ 5149
SHRI LALCHAND KATARIA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government proposes to set up a state-of-the-art National Crop Forecast Centre with the help of the Indian Space Research Organisation;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the time by which the centre is likely to be set up in the country?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (c): The Mahalanobis National Crop Forecast Centre, New Delhi has been set up as an Attached Office under the Ministry of Agriculture, Department of Agriculture & Cooperation and was inaugurated on 23.04.2012. The Centre has been set up to inter alia provide satellite imagery based inputs for assessing crop area and yield. These
inputs will be used along with econometric & agro-meteorological parameters and ground observations to make crop forecasts in respect of selected crops. The Centre will also use remote sensing techniques to monitor and assess the drought situation in the country.
CONVERSION OF CROP WASTE INTO BIOCHAR 8th May, 2012
LSQ 5173
SMT. MANEKA SANJAY GANDHI
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government proposes to initiate programmes to educate farmers to turn their crop waste into biochar, as a fertiliser and to boost soil fertility; (b) if so, the details thereof; and (c) if not, the reasons therefor?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) No, Madam. At present the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has no proposal to educate farmers on conversion of crop waste into biochar and its use in agriculture. (b) Doesn’t arise. (c) The research on biochar is being carried out by ICAR for its use in agriculture is in preliminary stage.
REQUIREMENT OF PESTICIDES 8th May, 2012
LSQ 5206
SHRI GANESH SINGH
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the total requirement of pesticides of various States including Madhya Pradesh during the last three years and the current year; (b) whether the Union Government has provided pesticides as per the demand of various States including Madhya Pradesh during the said period; and (c) if so, the percentage of pesticides provided to these States against their demand during each of the last three years and the current year?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): State-wise requirement (demand) of pesticides including that of Madhya Pradesh during last three years and projected demand of the current year is at Annexure-I. (b) & (c): State-wise consumption of pesticides including that of Madhya Pradesh is at Annexure II. State Department of Agriculture takes care of the supply of pesticides based on the demand of its farmers. Also, National Conferences on Agriculture for Rabi and Kharif and pre-seasonal Zonal Input Conferences are important forums on which demands of various agricultural inputs including pesticides in different parts of the country are assessed
alongwith a focused strategy to fulfill such demands. However, no State Government representative has informed about shortages of pesticides during the Zonal Conferences on Agricultural Inputs for Rabi 2011-12 and for Kharif- 2012.
CLIMATE RISK MANAGEMENT 8th May, 2012
LSQ 5229
SMT. ANNU TANDON
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government is actively considering to set up a Climate Risk Management Research and Training Centre in all 128 agro-climatic zones as suggested by the National Commission on Farmers (NCF); (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the Government is allocating specific funds to disseminate information amongst the farmers about the climate change and the way to tackle it; and (d) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): The National Commission on Farmers has suggested training of experienced farmers as Climate Managers in the art of managing drought, flood and aberrant monsoons. (c) & (d): The Government has launched a new scheme ‘National Initiative on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA)’ with an initial outlay of Rs.350 crores for the period 2010-12 that has been implemented by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research. This scheme aims to assess the impact of climate change on agriculture and allied sectors in the country and evolve cost-effective adaptation and mitigation strategies. The capacity building of lead farmers and dissemination of available climate resilient technologies amongst farmers is an integral component of the scheme. The demonstrations were done through Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) of 100 vulnerable districts of 27 states (Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Jammu & Kashmir, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Orissa, Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and West Bengal and one Union Territory (Andaman & Nicobar Islands)
BT. COTTON CULTIVATION 8th May, 2012
LSQ 5244
SMT. SUSHILA SAROJ SMT. SEEMA UPADHYAY SMT. USHA VERMA SHRI KAMESHWAR BAITHA SHRI MAHESHWAR HAZARI SHRI HAMDULLAH SAYEED
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether cotton farmers are facing crisis since shifting to Bt. cotton cultivation; (b) if so, the details thereof and the reaction of the Government thereto; (c) whether the production of Bt. cotton has reduced during the last three years;
(d) if so, the details thereof, State-wise and the reasons therefor indicating the impact of pest attacks; (e) whether the cost of cotton production has gone up due to rising cost of pesticides; and (f) if so, the details thereof alongwith the steps taken by the Government to address the above issue?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): No, Madam. In fact, due to farmers’ preference to cultivating Bt. cotton, the area under Bt. cotton has increased from 0.29 lakh Ha. in 2002-03 to 111.23 lakh Ha. in 2011-12. The total production has also increased from 86.24 lakh bales # in 2002-03 to 352 lakh bales (estimated) in 2011-12 (Source-DOCD). (# Lakh bales of 170 kgs.each) (Source – Third Advance Estimates Directorate of Economics & Statistics) (c) & (d): No, Madam. On the contrary, the cotton production in the country has increased during the last three years as is evident from the following table, giving year wise production. Year Production (in lakh bales) 2009-10 240.22 2010-11 330.00 2011-12 352.00# (#Source - Third Advance Estimates Directorate of Economics & Statistics) (e) & (f): The cost of production of cotton in India has shown an increase over a period of time and the figures for the last 3 years are as under:- Year Cost of Production (Rs./ha) 2008-09 24777# 2009-10 26906## 2010-11 30530## (Source #CACP, MoA,) (##Compiled by CICR as collected under different projects.) The cost of production includes cost of seed, fertilizer, human/animal/machine labour, irrigation, manure etc. including pesticides. The increase in the cost of production over a period of time cannot be attributable to pesticides alone. Further, as per CICR Nagpur, the biggest gain from the Bt. technology has been in the form of reduced insecticide usage in India from 46% in 2001 to less than 26% after 2006 and 21% during the last two years.
PROMOTION OF BAMBOO 8th May, 2012
LSQ 5274
SHRI MANOHAR TIRKEY SHRI PRASANTA KUMAR MAJUMDAR
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Union Government has received some project proposals for clearance from various State Governments for promotion of bamboo and its growth during the last three years and the current financial year; (b) if so, the details thereof alongwith the locations, to be covered thereunder, State-wise; and (c) the action taken by the Union Government in this regard alongwith the funds allocated for the same, State-wise?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (c): The information is being collected and will be laid on the Table of the House.
AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY 8th May, 2012
LSQ 5289
SHRI BIBHU PRASAD TARAI SHRI MODUGULA VENUGOPALA REDDY SHRI KALIKESH NARAYAN SINGH DEO SHRI PRABODH PANDA SHRI P. L. PUNIA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the number of farmers, small and marginal farmers in the country, State-wise; (b) whether any cost effective technology suitable for farming on small land holdings have been developed by the Agricultural Research Institutions in the country; (c) if so, the details thereof; and (d) the steps taken by the Government to promote and assist small and marginal farmers to adopt such technologies?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): The number small, marginal and other holdings in various States is given at Annexure-I. (b) & (c): The National Agricultural Research System (NARS) comprising mainly Agricultural Research Institutions of the Indian Council of agricultural Research (ICAR) and the State Agricultural Universities (SAUs) have developed a number of cost effective and scale neutral technologies that are viable for farming on small land holdings in the diverse agro-climatic zones of the country. Details of some of the salient technologies are given at Annexure-II. (d): In order to promote and assist small and marginal farmers to adopt the cost effective technologies suitable for farming on small land holdings developed by research institutions in the country the Government is implementing a number of agricultural extension programme in the country viz Support to State Extension Programme for Extension Reforms (ATMA), Mass Media Support to Agricultural Extension, Kisan Call Centres, Agri- clinics & Agri- business Centres, Exhibitions and Fairs apart from the schemes implemented by concerned subject matter divisions of DAC and Krishi Vigyan Kendras under the ICAR. The Scheme guidelines of ATMA Scheme provide that at least 50% beneficiaries must be Small and Marginal Farmers.
ANNEXURE REFERRED TO IN REPLY OF LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 5289 Annexure-I Number of farmers, small and marginal farmers in the country, State-wise (Operational Holdings by Size Group, 2005-06) (Number) State/UT Marginal Small Semi- Medium Large All Medium Holdings 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Andhra Pradesh 7417461 2639110 1444083 487423 56041 12044118 Arunachal Pradesh 22085 25110 30485 26740 4215 108635 Assam 1752989 591431 317859 82933 4902 2750114 Bihar 13139279 978458 437841 97953 3598 14657129 Chhattisgarh 1918533 759702 517075 231127 34223 3460660 Goa 42745 5788 2681 1195 412 52821 Gujarat 1585042 1345348 1080611 582229 67784 4661014 Haryana 764278 311397 282849 196029 48714 1603267 Himachal Pradesh 636619 175651 88447 29136 3530 933383 Jammu & Kashmir 1122969 169166 71406 13645 622 1377808 Karnataka 3655878 2013197 1278207 554130 79446 7580858
Kerala 6602443 214832 69710 14858 2449 6904292 Madhya Pradesh 3198918 2147723 1566422 868149 126785 7907997 Maharashtra 6118395 4150276 2451582 925089 70294 13715636 Manipur 76510 48815 22325 2785 40 150475 Meghalaya 112485 55335 28695 6480 250 203245 Mizoram 43393 31069 13765 1463 75 89765 Nagaland 12365 13482 36802 76119 30484 169252 Orissa 2597164 1156162 472129 119529 11408 4356392 Punjab 134762 183062 319933 295749 70960 1004466 Rajasthan 2073099 1321126 1260369 1103263 428625 6186482 Sikkim 39832 16546 10791 5405 852 73426 Tamil Nadu 6227705 1234054 542025 169599 19590 8192973 Tripura 490569 54448 18275 1942 161 565395 Uttrakhand 658214 162881 77785 21370 1304 921554 Uttar Pradesh 17507112 3103166 1391564 427879 27873 22457594 West Bengal 5674788 1005594 282767 27862 652 6991663 A & N Islands 4823 2118 2953 1656 40 11590 Chandigarh 770 197 95 54 4 1120 Dadar & Nagar Haveli 7713 3994 1873 762 118 14460 Daman & Diu 6724 606 215 65 13 7623 Delhi 14047 5691 3446 1931 196 25311 Lakshadweep 9811 267 130 26 8 10242 Pondicherry 24852 3825 1925 765 110 31477 Total 83694372 23929627 14127120 6375340 1095778 129222237
Note : The sum of States/ UTs may not exactly tally with all-India total due to rounding off. Source : Department of Agriculture and Cooperation, Agricultural Census Division.
Annexure-II
Major Cost Effective Agricultural Technologies
I. Resource Use Efficiency
Resource conservation technologies viz., zero-tillage, raised bed planting, laser land levelling recommended to save time, labour, energy, water, and nutrients and, thereby, reduce cost of cultivation
The System of Rice Intensification (SRI)
Leaf Colour Chart (LCC), a simple device for nitrogen management (saving 15 kg N/ha in rice), developed.
Amelioration of acid soils through lime treatment @ 3‐4 q/ha can double crop yields, especially of pulses and oilseeds, besides improving fertilizer use efficiency. Liming increased yields by 30‐50% in pulses and oilseeds and 15‐30% in cereals Blending and fortification of fertilizers with micronutrients commensurate with region‐specific needs for balanced use of NPK, micronutrients and bio‐fertilizers Farming systems modules for small farmers in drylands : A multi‐enterprise model based on an integrated farming system and multiple water‐use approach involving components of crops, fisheries, dairying, horticulture,
vegetables, bee‐keeping, poultry, duckery, gobar gas plant, solar heating system etc. with potential to increase productivity by 2‐7 times and provide regular income, employment and livelihood to small farmers. Watershed management in rainfed area
II. Agricultural Production and Protection Technologies
a. Crops
Developed and released more than 4,000 disease resistant/tolerant high yielding varieties/hybrids of food and horticultural crops The hybrid technology has revolutionized the production of vegetable crops. Developed 500 HYVs and hybrids of horticultural crops Shoot tip and soft wood grafting techniques; High density orcharding; Low cost environment‐friendly on‐farm storage structures; Macro and micro propagation; Mini/ techno tuber production; Somatic embryogenesis and plumule culture; Seed Plot technique for fruit production. Root stock technology alone revolutionized grape cultivation with 10% yield and quality advantage Developed IPM of mealy bug, fruit fly, thrips, fruit borer and powdery mildew
b. Livestock and Fish
Developed improved breeds of cows, buffaloes, goats and poultry for increased milk, meat and egg production Complete feeds for growing and milch animals using locally available feeds developed Induced carp breeding Composite fish culture Development of rapid and cost‐effective diagnostic kits for infectious diseases of livestock, poultry and fish
c. Farm machinery and tools
A number of implements have been developed/designed as power-operated, animal-drawn and self-propelled machinery for carrying out farm operations. These include laser land leveller, self-propelled sprayers, precision seeders and planters, transplanters for rice and vegetable seedlings, multi-crop threshers, harvesters for cereals and sugarcane etc. for efficient farm operations and resource conservation. Besides these, bullock drawn manure spreader to uniformly spread manure in fields; pedal operated sugarcane bud chipping equipment; groundnut-cum- castor decorticators; maize shellers, light weight power tiller developed for use on small plots and terrace cultivation in hilly regions; whole crop maize thresher for shelling and conversion of stalk to chaff in a single operation and double gear type pedal-operated paddy thresher have been developed.
SUSTAINABLE FARMING PRACTICES 15th May, 2012
LSQ *542
SHRI FEROZE VARUN GANDHI
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government is implementing any scheme/programme for promoting balanced and judicious use of fertilisers in conjunction with organic manure on soil test basis;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) the funds released and utilized thereof for the last three years, State-wise; and
(d) the other steps being taken or proposed to be taken by the Government to boost agricultural production especially by alternating the use of chemical fertilizers with organic manure and ecological farming?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (d): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (d) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 542 DUE FOR REPLY ON 15.05.2012.
(a) to (d): Yes, Government is implementing the scheme namely “National Project on Management of Soil Health and Fertility (NPMSH&F)” since 2008-09, to promote soil test based balanced use of fertilizers in conjunction with organic manures, green manure, soil amendments, micronutrient etc. Main components of NPMSH&F include setting up new / strengthening of static / Mobile soil testing laboratories, setting up new / strengthening of Fertilizer quality control laboratories and promoting use of organic manures, soil amendments and micronutrients. Besides NPMSH&F, use of organic manures, green manure, bio-fertilizers and ecological (organic) farming is also promoted through various other ongoing schemes such as National Project on Promotion of Organic Farming (NPOF), National Horticulture Mission (NHM), Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH) and Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) etc.
Government is encouraging use of soil amendments, micronutrients, bio- fertilizers, organic fertilizers, green manure and organic farming approaches to boost overall productivity. To ensure increased availability of compost and bio-fertilizers, financial assistance is provided for setting up of mechanized compost plants from vegetable and fruit waste and bio-fertilizer production units under NPOF. Financial assistance is provided for setting up of vermicompost production units, promotion of organic manures and organic farming through schemes such as NHM, HMNEH and RKVY. To ensure quality availability of organic fertilizers and bio-fertilizers, 3 organic fertilizers (City waste compost, vermicompost and castor de-oiled cake) and 5 bio- fertilizers (Rhizobium, Azotobacter, Azospirillum, Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria and Mycorrhiza) have been incorporated in the Fertilizer (Control) Order 1985.
State-wise details of total funds released under these schemes during last three years is annexed.
State Wise Total Funds released / expenditure under various schemes on soil testing, balanced use of fertilizers in conjunction with organic manures, bio-fertilizers, green manures and promotion of organic farming (2009-10 to 2011-12) (Rs. in Lakh)
Sr. State Name Name of Scheme and Amount Released / Expenditure No. NPMSH&F NPOF RKVY NHM HMNEH TOTAL 1 Andhra Pradesh 798.85 0.00 83.00 2165.23 0.00 3047.08 2 Arunachal 75.00 0.00 5.00 0.00 200.70 Pradesh 280.7 3 Assam 0.00 0.00 1350.00 0.00 229.70 1579.7 4 Bihar 1247.60 0.00 13369.00 1523.19 0.00 16139.79 5 Chhattisgarh 59.40 0.00 1430.00 7586.46 0.00 9075.86 6 Delhi 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0 7 Goa 0.00 3.00 0.00 33.04 0.00 36.04 8 Gujarat 186.25 0.00 1272.00 708.38 0.00 2166.63 9 Haryana 144.10 0.00 306.00 2399.31 0.00 2849.41 10 Himachal Pradesh 143.72 0.00 2498.00 0.00 608.69 3250.41
11 J&K 0.00 0.00 497.00 0.00 238.05 735.05 12 Jharkhand 255.80 0.00 248.00 514.77 0.00 1018.57 13 Karnataka 270.57 8.00 2850.00 4449.81 0.00 7578.38 14 Kerala 177.30 1.00 125.00 1802.67 0.00 2105.97 15 Madhya Pradesh 0.00 0.00 1946.00 812.22 0.00 2758.22 16 Maharashtra 340.00 0.00 0.00 382.02 0.00 722.02 17 Manipur 89.00 0.00 146.00 0.00 239.30 474.3 18 Meghalaya 60.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 60 19 Mizoram 12.50 0.00 0.00 0.00 278.20 290.7 20 Nagaland 0.00 0.00 254.00 0.00 271.50 525.5 21 Orissa 217.50 0.00 1557.00 1736.52 0.00 3511.02 22 Punjab 135.00 0.00 1350.00 1380.04 0.00 2865.04 23 Rajasthan 676.22 28.08 3277.00 929.00 0.00 4910.3 24 Sikkim 130.00 0.00 446.00 0.00 990.23 1566.23 25 Tamil Nadu 250.00 0.00 0.00 311.41 0.00 561.41 26 Tripura 136.50 0.00 155.00 0.00 271.40 562.9 27 Uttar Pradesh 240.00 0.00 3591.00 1365.10 0.00 5196.1 28 Uttarakhand 0.00 0.00 2482.00 0.00 338.91 2820.91 29 West Bengal 0.00 0.00 91.00 587.02 0.00 678.02 30 Pondicherry 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0 31 Andman & 0.00 0.00 0.00 8.96 0.00 Nicobar 8.96 32 Central Agencies 970.27 167.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1137.27 TOTAL 6615.58 207.08 39328 28695.15 3666.68 78512.49
SOIL FERTILITY 15th May, 2012
LSQ *544
SHRI NALIN KUMAR KATEEL SMT. MANEKA SANJAY GANDHI
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the main classification of soils in the country;
(b) the areas in each State/UT where the soil is malnourished and lacks vital nutrients;
(c) the Centrally Sponsored Schemes to replenish the soil in these States/UTs;
(d) the Agriculture Research Institutes/ Universities engaged in monitoring the health of soil in the country; and
(e) the notable achievements made by these universities and institutes in replenishing the health of soil during the last two years?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 544 DUE FOR REPLY ON 15TH MAY, 2012.
(a): Department of Agricultural Research & Education, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has broadly classified soils of India into 25 major soil groups. Details of such soil groups, area under each group and percentage of each group to total geographical area is given in Annexure-I.
(b): State-wise details of districts observed to be deficient in vital nutrients are given in Annexure-II.
(c): Government of India is implementing various Schemes/ Programmes namely; National Project on Promotion of Organic Farming (NPOF), National Project on Management of Soil Health & Fertility (NPMSH&F), National Food Security Mission (NFSM), Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY), Macro Management of Agriculture (MMA) , Integrated Scheme of Oilseeds, Pulses, Oil Palm and Maize (ISOPOM) etc. for promotion of organic farming and integrated nutrient management through judicious use of chemical fertilizer, organic manure and bio fertilizer for improving soil health and its fertility across the country.
(d) & (e): ICAR has launched a project entitled “Global Positioning System (GPS) and Geographic Information System (GIS) based model soil fertility maps for selected districts for precise fertilizer recommendations to the farmers of India” with an outlay of Rs. 10.32 crore for mapping of 171 districts in India with objective to develop database related to soils, crops and cropping systems, organic carbon, primary, secondary and micronutrients status of soil and to prepare soil fertility maps. ICAR is also implementing an All India Coordinated Research Project for Investigation on Soil Test Crop Response Correlation. Under this project, soil test based fertilizer prescriptions have been developed to obtain targeted yield of crops. Details of Agriculture Research Institutes/Universities engaged in monitoring of soil health and major achievements made in last two years (2009-10 & 2010-11) are given in Annexure-III & IV.
Annexure – I
Classification of Soils under Broad Soil Groups in India (Area in lakh hectare) Sl. No. Major Soil Group Area Percentage to total geographical area
1. Red Loamy 230 7.0
2. Red Sandy 490 14.9
3. Laterite 117 3.6
4. Red & Yellow 335 10.2
5. Shallow Black 65 2.0
6. Medium Black 417 12.7
7. Deep Black 162 4.9
8. Mixed Red & Black 148 4.5
9. Coastal Alluvium 62 1.9
10. Coastal Sand 11 0.3
11. Deltaic Alluvium 71 2.2
12. Alluvial-Recent 390 11.9
13. Calcareous Alluvium 22 0.7
14. Calcareous Sierozem 49 1.5
15. Old Alluvium 28 0.9
16. Grey Brown 89 2.7
17. Desert Soils-Regosolic 134 4.1
18. Desert Soils-Lithosolic 85 2.6
19. Tarai 31 0.9
20. Boron Hill 124 3.8
21. Sub-Mountain 47 1.4
22. Mountain Meadow 66 2.0
23. Saline & Alkaline * *
24. Peaty and Saline Peaty 4 0.1
25. Skeletal 42 1.3
Total 3219 98.1
Area of this soil group is included in the areas under different groups of soils Source: Indian Agriculture in Brief-23rd Edition, DES, MOA, New Delhi.
Annexure II State-wise Summary of soil fertility (N,P and K) in different districts of India. (Deficient districts are shown as low)
S.No. State No. of Districts Sulphu r % Available Nitrogen Available Phosphorus Available Potassium sample s Lo Mediu Hig Tot Lo Mediu Hig Tot Lo Mediu Hig Tot deficie w m h al w m h al w m h al nt
Soil Fertility Status of North Zone
1 U.P. 69 2 - 71 70 1 - 71 - 46 25 71 49
2 Uttarakh 5 6 2 13 10 3 - 13 - 9 4 13 40 and
3 Punjab 12 5 - 17 - 8 9 17 - 2 15 17 22
4 Haryana 18 1 - 19 17 2 - 19 - 9 10 19 43
5 H.P. - 5 7 12 6 5 1 12 7 5 - 12 84
Sub-Total 104 19 9 132 103 19 10 132 7 71 54 132
Soil Fertility Status of West Zone
6 M.P. 14 29 5 49A 15 28 6 49 7 15 27 49 41
7 Maharas 26 5 - 31 29 2 - 31 2 5 24 31 29 htra
8 Rajastha 27 4 - 31 15 15 - 31A - 7 24 31 65 n
9 Gujarat 13 9 3 25 12 13 - 25 - 4 21 25 32
Sub-Total 80 47 8 136 71 58 6 136 9 31 96 136
Soil Fertility Status of East Zone
11 Chhattis 10 8 - 18 8 10 - 18 3 4 11 18 27 garh
12 Bihar 10 20 1 31 11 19 - 31 8 22 1 31 38
13 W.B. 4 7 - 11 3 7 1 11 2 9 - 11 45
14 Orissa 17 12 - 30B 11 17 - 30B 3 18 7 30B 30
15 Assam 9 17 - 26 3 23 - 26 12 12 2 26 -
16 Jharkhan 2 20 - 22 17 4 1 22 - 17 5 22 53 d
Sub-Total 52 84 1 138 53 80 2 138 28 82 26 138
Soil Fertility Status of South Zone
17 A.P. 15 8 - 23 18 5 - 23 - 3 20 23 56
18 T.N. 28 1 1 30 5 12 13 30 1 8 21 30 41
19 Karnatak 1 13 13 27 7 16 4 27 2 5 20 27 54 a
20 Kerala 3 10 1 14 - 10 4 14 - 12 2 14 81
Sub-Total 47 32 15 94 30 43 21 94 3 28 63 94
Overall Total 283 182 33 500 257 200 40 500 47 212 239 500
21. Pondicherry** - 4 - 4 2 2 - 4 2 2 - 4
A – Data is not available for one district; B – Data is not available for two districts; ** - Regions in place of districts Dr. Y. Muralidharudu et al. (2011) ; Dr. A.K. Shukla (2012). Source - Indian Institute of Soil Science, Bhopal (ICAR)
Annexure – III
List of various Agricultural Research Institutes/Universities engaged in soil health studies in last two years
S.No. Name of Agriculture Research Institutes/Universities
1. Indian Institute of Soil Science, Bhopal
2. University of Agricultural Sciences(UAS), Bangalore
3. Bidhan Chandra Krish Vishwavidyalaya (BCKVV), Kalyani;
4. Tamil Nadu Agricultural Unversity (TNAU), Coimbatore
5. Rajendra Agricultural University (RAU), Pusa, Bihar
6. Haryana Agriculture University (HAU), Hisar;
7. Acharya NG Ranga Agriculture University (ANGRAU), Hyderabad
8. Jawahar Lal Nehru Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (JNKVV), Jabalpur
9. Punjab Agriculture University (PAU) Ludhiana;
10. CSK Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (CSHPKVV) Palampur;
11. GB Pant University of Agri. & Technology (GBPAUT), Pantnagar
12. Mahatama Phule Krishi Vidhyapeeth (MPKV), Rahuri, Maharashtra
13. Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (IGKV), Raipur
14. Rajasthan Agriculture University (RAU), Bikaner
15. Kerala Agriculture University (KAU), Vellanikkara
16. Orissa University of Agri. & Technology (OUAT), Bhubaneswar;
17. Banaras Hindu University (BHU),Varanasi;
18. Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat;
19. Anand Agriculture University (AAU), Gujarat
20. Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agri. & Technology (CSAUAT), Kanpur
21. Punjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidhyapeeth (PDKV), Akola;
22. ICAR Res. Complex, Goa.
Annexure – IV
Notable achievements of various Agricultural Research Institutes/Universities engaged in soil health monitoring in last two years (2009-10 & 2010-11)
Notable achievements made by various Agricultural Research Institutes/Universities engaged in replenishing the health of soil during the last two year are:- 860 soil fertility maps have been generated for 73 districts using soil test data of 35000 geo-referenced soil samples. Through All India Coordinated Research Project for Investigation on Soil Test Crop Response Correlation, about 250 site-specific fertilizer and manure recommendations have been developed for 65 major & minor crops. On-line fertilizer recommendation system has been completed for 12 states namely, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Chhattisgarh, Kerala, Orissa, Himachal Pradesh, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand and Madhya Pradesh. This on-line fertilizer system is available in the website www.stcr.gov.in
MICRO IRRIGATION SCHEME 15th May, 2012
LSQ 548
SHRI SHIVAJI ADHALRAO PATIL SHRI ANANDRAO ADSUL
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Union Government has launched a National Mission on Micro Irrigation in the country; (b) if so, the details of the financial assistance given to each State during 2009‐10, 2010‐11 and 2011‐12 under the Mission; (c) the achievements under the Mission during the XIth Plan period, State‐wise; (d) whether the Union Government proposes to increase the facilities being given under the Micro Irrigation Scheme to enhance agricultural production during the XIIth Five Year Plan; and (e) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 548 DUE FOR REPLY ON 15TH MAY, 2012.
(a) to (e): The National Mission on Micro Irrigation was launched in June, 2010. State-wise details of financial assistance under the Mission and achievements during the XIth Plan period are annexed. National Mission on Micro Irrigation Scheme is being continued in the XIIth Five Year Plan with an outlay of Rs. 1500.00 crore for 2012-13, an increase of approximately 30% over the previous year.
Statewise financial assistance and achievements under National Mission on Micro Irrigation. Area in hacters Release: Rs. in crore
S. No. State 2010-11 2011-12 Release Area covered Release Area covered 1. Andhra Pradesh 240.00 1,22,758 287.20 96,501 2. Bihar 0.00 13,485 4.50 14,620 3. Chattisgarh 10.19 21,831 35.00 18,394 4. Goa 0.24 119 0.25 141 5. Gujarat 120.00 78,294 166.64 70,102 6. Haryana 13.61 9,340 19.93 2,557 7. Jharkhand 1.50 1,217 9.91 4,680
8. Karnataka 92.54 87,447 109.65 60,634 9. Kerala 0.00 2,340 2.00 3,079 10. Madhya Pradesh 79.61 41,238 109.64 36,545 11. Maharashtra 222.37 1,18,025 249.80 70,117 12. Orissa 8.10 12,013 8.23 8,605 13. Punjab 12.61 4,925 16.00 4,871 14. Rajasthan 120.00 1,47,613 130.95 87,207 15. Tamil Nadu 65.91 26,153 66.25 27,551 16. Uttar Pradesh 8.12 3,109 0.00 3,791 17. West Bengal 0.00 294 0.00 0 18. North Eastern & 2.25 0.00 10.00 510 Himalayan States
FAILURE OF COTTON CROPS 15th May, 2012
LSQ *550
SHRI S. R. JEYADURAI
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:- a) whether there are reports of failure of traditional cotton/Bt. cotton crops in cotton growing States; b) if so, the details thereof, State‐wise; c) the reasons therefor alongwith the reaction of the Union Government thereto; d) whether a decline in the cultivation of cotton per hectare has been registered in these States during the XIth Five Year Plan period; e) if so, the details thereof, State‐wise; and f) the remedial measures taken by the Union Government in this regard?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (f): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (f) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 550 DUE FOR REPLY ON 15TH MAY, 2012.
(a): Cotton production during 2011-12 as per 3rd advance estimates was about 6.66% higher over 2010-11 with highest area coverage of about 121.78 lakh ha. Some crop damages were noticed in Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra due to drought at vegetative and reproductive stage of crop growth leading to reduction in total production of cotton in these two states.
(b) & (c): Andhra Pradesh experienced erratic rainfall during South West Monsoon 2011 (June-September), as a result of which cotton production in the state in 2011-12 was 49.00 lakh bales (as per 3rd advance estimates) compared to 53.00 lakh bales in 2010-11. Cotton crop in Maharashtra during 2011-12 also faced severe moisture stress due to long dry spell resulting in decline in production to 72.00 lakh bales in 2011-12 (as per 3rd advance estimates) compared to 85.00 lakh bales in 2010-11. Both the States declared drought and requested for central assistance. Andhra Pradesh has been sanctioned central assistance of Rs.706.15 crores subject to 75% balance in SDRF account of the State.
(d) & (e): There was no decline in cultivation of cotton area in the country. Area under cotton, which was 94.14 lakh ha in 2007-08 increased to 121.78 lakh ha in 2011- 12. In Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra cotton area increased from 11.34 to 18.79 lakh ha and 31.95 to 41.25 lakh ha during 2007-08 and 2011-12, respectively.
(f): Government of India is implementing Mini Mission II of Technology Mission on Cotton (TMC) to increase the production and productivity of cotton in the country by way of providing assistance on various interventions, like production & distribution of certified seeds, training of farmers & extension officials, Farmers Field School, Front Line Demonstrations, supply of Pheromone traps / bio-agents / bio-pesticides / drip / sprinkler / sprayers etc.
AWARENESS PROGRAMME FOR FARMERS 15th May, 2012
LSQ *554
SHRI UDAY PRATAP SINGH
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has recently launched an awareness programme to educate the farmers on sustainable use of ground water resources in rainfed areas of the country; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the Government has launched this programme through the print/ electronic media for the farmers; (d) if so, the details thereof; and (e) the success achieved by the Government in this regard?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 554 DUE FOR REPLY ON 15TH MAY, 2012.
(a) to (e): Central Ground Water Board (CGWB), Ministry of Water Resources (MoWR) has been conducting mass awareness programmes for promoting rain water harvesting, artificial recharge and water conservation in different parts of the country involving Central/State agencies, Non-Government/Voluntary/ Resident- Welfare Organizations, educational institutions, industries, farmers, individuals etc. Films produced by Central Ground Water Authority on Rain water harvesting, Ground Water Pollution etc., are shown during various mass awareness programmes. Awareness is also created through release of booklets (on strategies for wider dissemination of available information and knowhow at the user level), campaigns organized on Doordarshan, All India Radio and print media on water conservation, release of postage stamp on Water and Meghdoot post card, participation in Festivals, Fairs, Melas, Expos and Tableau during Republic Day Parade, Jalyatra, puppet show, display of hoardings on water conservation / rain water harvesting at prominent public places, transport vehicles etc. MoWR is implementing Farmers Participatory Action Research Programme (FPARP) throughout the country involving Agricultural Universities, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) institutes, International Crop Research Institute for Semi Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) and Water & Land Management Institutes (WALMI) to demonstrate technologies/practices to increase yield and income per drop of water. Technologies namely Micro Irrigation, Rain Water harvesting, Soil moisture conservation, System of Rice Intensification (SRI), Broad-bed & Furrow irrigation, Land leveling, Precision farming, zero tillage / Zero till drill, Multiple use of water have been demonstrated. Besides, new technologies like use of recycled water for irrigation, low cost drips and treadle pump technology for irrigation in shallow water table areas are also demonstrated.
Under Focused Publicity Campaign of Ministry of Agriculture, a video spot titled “Poorvi Bharat Doosri Harit Kranti Ka Agradoot” has been produced to create awareness on harnessing production potential of Eastern India through better rain water management, agriculture practices and ground water development. These video spots are being telecast through Doordarshan & Private Channels at National & Regional Levels. Agriculture related programmes are also broadcast through 180 narrow casting Centres, 18 Regional Centres and 1 National Centre of
Doordarshan Kendras and 96 FM Radio Station for 30 minutes, five / six days a week. These programmes cover various aspects of agriculture including judicious use and conservation of water.
Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA) Scheme is under implementation in 603 districts of 28 States & 3 Union Territories, which promotes decentralized farmer-driven and farmer-accountable extension system for technology dissemination.
ICAR has launched a Scheme titled “Scaling up of Water Productivity in Agriculture for Livelihoods through Teaching cum Demonstration, Training of Trainers and Farmers” which is being implemented in 32 centres (27 State Agriculture Universities and 5 ICAR Institutes) across the country since February 2008. Under this scheme, training and awareness on sustainable use of groundwater resources are given to farmers alongwith other aspects of on-farm water management. Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) also impart training to farmers and extension workers on improved agriculture practices through demonstrations, on-farm trials, skill development, vocational training, interactive discussions etc.
All these efforts have led to overall improvement in ground water use. There is an increase in ground water development in 2009 as compared to 2004, particularly in the areas where scope for ground water development exists. Stage of ground water development has increased from 58% in 2004 to 61% in 2009. During the same period percentage of Blocks / Mandals / Talukas categorized as overexploited, critical and semi critical have reduced from 29% to 26%.
DROUGHT RELIEF 15th May, 2012
LSQ *556
SHRI DUSHYANT SINGH
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether any assistance has been provided for the development of agriculture and improvement of land, in the drought affected areas, in various States; (b) if so, the details thereof during each of the last three years, State-wise; (c) the resultant achievements thereof during the above period; (d) whether the Government has any proposal to create an exclusive Drought Relief Fund; and (e) if so, the details thereof and the time by which the fund is likely to be created?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 556 DUE FOR REPLY ON 15TH MAY, 2012.
(a) to (c): Government of India is providing financial assistance to State Governments for improving productivity of agricultural land in rainfed areas, including degraded and drought affected areas under various watershed development programmes, namely; National Watershed Development Project for Rainfed Areas (NWDPRA), Soil Conservation in the Catchments of River Valley Project and Flood Prone River (RVP & FPR), Reclamation and Development of Alkali & Acid Soils (RADAS), Watershed Development Project in Shifting Cultivation Areas (WDPSCA), Drought Prone Area Programme (DPAP), Desert Development Programme (DDP) and Integrated Watershed Development Programme (IWMP) being implemented across the country. State-wise details of financial assistance made during last three years (2009-10 to 2011-12) is Annexed.
During this period, about 16.77 million ha has been covered under these programmes.
(d) & (e): Government of India has created State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) / National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) to mitigate hardships due to natural calamities including drought. There is a ready availability of funds with State Governments under SDRF to take immediate relief measures. Government of India supplements efforts of State Governments with financial assistance and logistic support. Government of India and State Governments contribute to SDRF in ratio of 3:1 for 17 General Category States and 9:1 in case of 11 Special Category States covering North-Eastern States including Sikkim and 3 hill States of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Jammu & Kashmir.
Additional financial assistance, over and above SDRF, is considered from National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) for natural calamities of severe nature and is approved on basis of memorandum of State Government in accordance with established procedure and extant norms. Allocation for SDRF/NDRF has been made on the basis of recommendations of the 13th Finance Commission.
Annexure-I A
ANNEXURE OF STARRED QUESTION 556 DATE 15.05.2012
Expenditure during each of the last three years (2009-10, 2010-11& 2011-12) under watershed programmes of MoA
(Rs. in crore)
NWDPRA RVP & FPR WDPSCA RADAS Sl.N State/UT o. 2010- 2011- 2009 2010 2011 2009 2010 2011
11 12 -10 -11 -12 -10 -11 -12
1 Andhra Pr 0.74 2.47 4.60 7.22 7.39 11.70 0.02 0.15 0.5
Arunachal 10.62 3.10 2 Pr 14.09 1.84 5.68 7.97 1.75 2.50 3.50 2.09 0.54
3 Assam 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.44 1.54 1.72 7.00 7.50 8.50 2.38
4 Bihar 2.21 3.35 5.79 0.37 0.50 1.00
5 Jharkhand 8.23 11.14 8.69 0.51 1.04 2.02
6 Goa 1.54 0.83 2.74
7 Gujarat 14.76 9.82 7.94 10.24 21.11 12.00 1.35 4.35 7.94
8 Haryana 2.23 2.67 1.69 3.03 6.92 4.50 1.2 0.4 0.63
Himachal 5.90 3.39 9 Pr 4.00 7.51 7.52 6.50
10 J&K 2.50 2.99 7.51 23.39 4.63 9.27
11 Karnataka 12.51 12.50 11.26 12.50 12.50 11.25
12 Kerala 2.00 6.40 9.37 1.29 1.51 1.18
Madhya 17.29 18.31 13 Pr 24.25 26.94 32.83 19.12
Chattisgar 7.29 10.25 14 h 7.66 3.06 1.57 1.70
Maharasht 26.79 18.62 15 ra 14.40 24.56 32.87 4.50
16 Manipur 4.09 10.96 7.17 4.53 5.00 3.44 7.55 9.00 9.00 4.25 1.5
17 Mizoram 13.21 25.00 6.00 3.50 7.50 5.35 5.50 5.50 6.00 0.3 0.1 0.1
Meghalay 10.55 13.70 18 a 10.36 1.27 0.50 0.00 5.50 5.50 6.00
14.60 10.30 11.5 19 Nagaland 9.50 3.00 4.36 2.60 7.20 8.50 0
20 Orissa 20.10 13.47 9.71 2.29 2.94 1.41
21 Punjab 0.40 4.96 0.00 0.04 0.63 1.15
22 Rajasthan 15.58 11.75 9.60 33.23 35.38 27.99 1.53 2.23 3.04
23 Sikkim 5.65 5.54 0.86 2.45 1.18 1.76 0.62 2.24 1.12
Tamil 5.69 12.35 24 Nadu 8.93 14.87 16.81 12.43
25 Tripura 5.29 12.45 7.18 0.61 1.53 0.75 2.80 4.20 5.50
Uttar 48.33 30.41 26 Pradesh 49.61 22.70 21.00 20.10
Uttrakhan 12.52 11.72 27 d 14.10 4.00 3.86 3.50
West 1.86 0.14 28 Bengal 15.44 4.18 6.28 8.45
283.3 297.7 232.4 220.5 244.5 183.3 37.3 42.7 50.0 18.1 15.3 TOTAL 8 4 0 7 8 6 0 0 0 5.02 9 7
Source: Dept. of Agriculture & Cooperation.
Annexure - 1B
CENTRAL FUNDS RELEASED UNDER WATERSHED PROGRAMME DURING LAST THREE YEARS i.e. from 2009-10 to 2011-12 Rs. in crores State DPAP DDP IWDP IWMP
Fund releas Fund released Fund released ed Fund released
201 201 201 200 0‐ 1‐ TOT 200 201 1‐ TOT 2009‐ 201 201 TOT 200 2010‐ 2011‐ 9‐10 11 12 AL 9‐10 0‐11 12 AL 10 0‐11 1‐12 AL 9‐10 11 12 Total
Andhra 37.3 44. 25. 106. 8.68 17.4 4.3 30.4 34.35 12.2 3.35 49.9 30.6 119.8 160.9 311.4 Pradesh 8 27 27 92 3 6 7 8 1 4 3
Bihar 0 0 0 0 5.71 0 2.46 8.17 0.74 3 3.74
Chhattis 20.7 14. 16. 52.2 13.82 8.42 12.0 34.2 13.6 50.38 62.37 126.4 garh 6 92 61 9 2 6 9 4
Goa 0 0 0 0 0
Gujarat 51.3 18. 22. 92.2 113. 28.6 5.4 147. 23.69 15.7 6.47 45.9 50.2 161.7 160.7 372.6 1 65 27 3 63 3 1 67 4 3 3 1 7
Haryana 27.2 25.0 8.3 60.6 3.84 5.58 2.53 11.9 0.85 11.63 12.48 2 6 7 5 5
Himacha 4.04 19. 6.1 29.5 0 13.7 0 13.7 13.52 16.9 13.2 43.6 16.5 57.77 48.93 123.2 l Pradesh 36 8 8 3 3 5 2 9 1 1
Jammu 3.87 9.6 6.3 19.7 9.45 20.7 6.4 36.6 11.21 2.28 4.31 17.8 0 0 & 1 1 9 6 1 Kashmir
Jharkhan 0 0 0 0 3.07 1.3 0.86 5.23 7.64 24.1 15.7 47.44 d
Karnatka 54.0 40. 18. 112. 43.7 27.6 2 73.4 35.34 17.4 7.26 60.0 81 70.97 127.4 279.3 6 39 36 81 9 5 4 2 2 1 8
Kerala 3.2 6.98 0 10.1 11.01 10.82 21.83 8
Madhya 47.5 37. 9.1 94.1 28.9 12.4 5.09 46.4 43.4 113.2 108.6 265.3 Pradesh 6 48 4 1 8 4 2
Maharas 79.7 80. 24. 185. 37.56 38.2 10.6 86.4 67.7 208.1 378.6 654.6 htra 9 93 72 44 7 6 9 7 4 9
Orissa 43.2 27. 11. 81.8 27.45 25.2 26.0 78.7 21.7 73.47 77.53 172.7 9 45 11 5 9 3 7 7 7
Punjab 2.9 2.09 2.77 7.76 2.29 3.45 8.43 14.17
Rajastha 18.7 21. 8.7 49.3 101. 118. 46. 265. 22.53 7.92 1.39 31.8 69.9 257.4 318.3 645.7
n 1 93 2 6 39 03 48 9 4 2 7 3 2
Tamil 14.4 16. 13. 44.2 11.22 13.6 6.15 30.9 16.1 60.16 17.57 93.9 Nadu 8 18 6 6 1 8 7
Uttar 25.1 12. 1.5 39.2 46.38 8.45 2.63 57.4 22.6 133.7 164.4 320.8 Pradesh 1 52 7 6 8 4 6 8
Uttarakh 4.11 15. 2.5 21.7 7.6 15.6 11.0 34.2 15.97 2.35 18.32 and 01 8 4 5 9
West 0 0 0 0 5.46 3.52 0.38 9.36 16.06 16.06 Bengal
TOTAL 404. 358 166 929. 304. 251. 73. 628. 337.7 214. 118. 670. 443. 1363 1693. 3500. NNE 47 .7 .4 57 16 29 02 47 5 07 63 45 83 53 36
NORTH EASTERN STATES
Arunach 26.68 26.7 15.7 69.1 5.45 20.08 22.09 47.62 al 9 1 8 Pradesh
Assam 21.52 13.3 8.3 43.1 32.5 40.83 37.53 110.8 6 8 3 9
Manipur 10.97 15.4 9.7 36.1 11.27 15.33 26.6 3
Meghala 15.95 25.8 13.1 54.9 2.43 9.88 12.86 25.17 ya 6 1
Mizoram 36.7 28.0 6.35 71.0 5.06 17.14 5.84 28.04 1 6
Nagalan 7.49 0.44 0 7.93 8.57 28.01 59.42 96 d
Sikkim 8.45 1.84 1.54 11.8 1.17 3.88 1.15 6.2 3
Tripura 0.39 0 0 0.39 2.45 8.16 18.17 28.78
TOTAL 128.1 111. 54.7 294. 57.6 139.2 172.3 369.3 NE 5 67 6 58 6 5 9
Grand 404. 358 166 929. 304. 251. 73. 628. 465.9 325. 173. 965. 501. 1502. 1865. 3869. Total 47 .7 .4 57 16 29 02 47 74 39 03 49 25 92 66
Note: DPAP is implemented in 16 States, DDP is implemented in 7 States and IWDP is implemented in 28 States
ALLOCATION FOR DROUGHT 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6221
SHRI MAGUNTA SREENIVASULU REDDY
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government proposes to increase the spendings on measures undertaken to tackle drought during the XIIth Five Year Plan; and (b) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b):Government of India has created State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) to tackle natural disasters including drought. There is a ready availability of funds with states under SDRF for undertaking immediate relief measures in the wake of natural disasters including drought. Government of India supplements efforts of State Governments with financial assistance and logistic support. Additional financial assistance, over and above SDRF, is considered from NDRF for natural calamities of severe nature and is approved on basis of memorandum of State Government in accordance with established procedure and extant norms. Allocation for SDRF/NDRF has been made on the basis of recommendations of the 13th Finance Commission. Norms of assistance for SDRF/NDRF have been revised and notified by Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India for a period of 5 years i.e. from 2010-2015.
AGRICULTURE INFORMATION CENTRES 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6234
SHRI MAROTRAO SAINUJI KOWASE
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has set up Agriculture Information Centres in the country particularly in the backward and tribal areas of Maharashtra; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the Union Government has given any assistance to the State Governments for this purpose; and (d) if so, the details thereof during the last three years?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & b): No, Madam. However, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has setup 44 Agricultural Technology Information Centres (ATICs) in the country, located in ICAR Institutes and State Agricultural Universities. Out of these 5 ATICs are located in Maharashtra (Ratnagiri, Ahmednagar, Nagpur, Parbhani and Akola). The ICAR has also created a network of 630 Krishi Vigyan Kendra in the country to facilitate farmers’ access to agricultural technology generated by National Agricultural Research System (NARS). The Department of Agriculture & Cooperation (DAC) Government of India is also implementing Kisan Call Centre programme under which Agriculture related information is provided to the farmers in 22 regional languages through a countrywide common toll free number 1800-180-1551 covering all the States and Union- territory of India. The KCCs established at 13 locations in the country operate from 6.00 AM to 10.00 PM on all days a week and all 365 days in a year. The Kisan Call Centre located in Pune district of Maharashtra caters to all the farmers of the state of Maharashtra and Goa. (c): No, Madam. (d): Question does not arise.
PRODUCTION OF BIO FERTILISERS 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6239
SHRI MANOHAR TIRKEY SHRI PRASANTA KUMAR MAJUMDAR
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the total production of bio-fertilisers in the country during the last year and the current year, company-wise and State-wise; (b) whether the country is self-sufficient in the production of bio-fertilisers; and (c) if not, the steps taken/proposed to be taken by the Government to augment the production of bio-fertilisers in the country in the next financial year?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): As per available information, production of bio-fertilisers for the year 2009-10 and 2011 is annexed. Ministry of Agriculture does not maintain any data on company- wise production of bio-fertilisers. (b): Country has a good network of bio-fertilisers production units with an installed capacity of more than 1.25 lakh tonnes/annum which is adequate to meet the present demand of the country. (c): Government is providing financial assistance for setting up new/strengthening of existing bio-fertiliser production units. Credit linked back ended subsidy is available through NABARD and commercial banks up to 25% of total financial outlay restricted to `40 lakh for this purpose.
ANNEXURE OF UNSTARRED QUESTION NO 6239 DATE 15.05.2012 Bio-fertiliser production in India during the period from 2008-09 to 2010-11
Actual production of Actual production of bio- bio-fertilisers in Metric fertilisers in Metric S1. No. State 2009-10 2010-11
1 Andhra Pradesh 1345.28 999.60
2 Arunachal Pradesh 0 0.00
3 Assam 121.04 130.00
4 Bihar 0 136.26
5 Delhi 1021.85 1205.00
6 Gujarat 1309.19 6318.00
7 Goa 0 443.40
8 Haryana 6.195 6.53
9 Himachal Pradesh 8.5 9.00
10 Jharkhand 15.0 0.00
11 Karnataka 3695.5 6930.00
12 Kerala 1936.451 3257.00
13 Madhya Pradesh 1587.6775 2455.57
14 Maharashtra 1861.33 2924.00
15 Manipur 0 0.00
16 Mizoram 2.5 2.00
17 Meghalaya 0 0.00
18 Nagaland 18.25 21.50
19 Orissa 289.867 357.66
20 Punjab 301.232 2.50
21 Pondicherry 452.79 783.00
22 Rajasthan 805.571 819.75
23 Sikkim 0 0.00
20 Tamil Nadu 3732.5862 8691.00
24 Tripura 278.402 850.00
25 Uttar Pradesh 962.6417 1217.45
26 Uttarakhand 32.00 45.00
27 West Bengal 256.5 393.39
Total 20040.3534 37997.61
Source: National Centre a/Organic Farming (NCOF), Ghaziabad.
USE OF RICE HUSK 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6240
SHRI RAJEN GOHAIN
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether any new invention/research has been worked out in agriculture sector to use the rice husk for industrial purpose; and (b) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) Yes, Madam. (b) (i) Improved design of furnace using rice husk. (ii) Improved design of cook-stove using rice husk, with high thermal efficiency.
GM CROPS FOR FOOD CRISIS 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6249
SHRI SHIVKUMAR CHANABASAPPA UDASI
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the International Assessment of Agricultural Science and Technology for Development (IAASTD) has cautioned against the genetically modified crops as a solution for food crisis; (b) if so, the details thereof; and (c) the reaction of the Government thereto?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. International Assessment of Agricultural Knowledge, Science and Technology for Development (IAASTD) had come out with Report, ‘Agriculture at a Crossroads’ on the basis of a study which was initiated in 2002 by the World Bank and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) as a global consultative process to determine whether an international assessment of agricultural knowledge, science and technology was needed. The report covers a wide range of issues. The first part of the report covers issues relating to reduction of hunger and poverty, improvement of rural livelihoods and human health as well as equitable, socially, environmentally and economically sustainable development. The second part of the report deals with the cross cutting themes which include bio-energy, biotechnology, climate change, human health, natural resource management, trade and market, traditional and local knowledge, community based innovation, and women in agriculture.
The report, on the whole, emphasizes on agro-ecological approaches based on equitable and sustainable development of agricultural practices such as integrated natural resources management, organic farming, integrated pest management and conservation agriculture etc. for achieving sustainable agriculture for food security. (c): Department of Agriculture & Cooperation (DAC), recognizes importance of the issues related to bio-energy, biotechnology, improvement of rural livelihoods, poverty alleviation, food security and health care issues in the context of conservation and sustainable use of biological diversity. In matters related to sustainable agriculture, DAC follows the policy guidelines of National Policy on Farmers (NPF), 2007 with major goals such as improving economic viability of farming, conserving land, water biodiversity and genetic resources to provide quality inputs for farming, strengthening bio-security of crops, and creating sustainable rural livelihoods etc., which are also the objectives of the schemes implemented by Government of India. In matters related to modern agricultural biotechnology, the guiding principle is the economic well being of the farm families, health security and safety of the consumer, protection of the environment, food security of the nation and the security of national and international trade in farm commodities.
As far as Genetically Modified (GM) crops are concerned, their releases for commercial cultivation are approved only after satisfying all the regulatory mechanism required as per the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and Rules 1989, issued by Ministry of Environment and Forests, Govt. of India. Bt. cotton is the only Genetically Modified crop approved for commercial cultivation by Genetic Engineering Approval Committee (GEAC) of Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) in nine major states viz. Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. There is no food crop as such, which has been approved for commercial cultivation in the country.
DRIP AND SPRINKLER IRRIGATION 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6262
SMT. J. SHANTHA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the number of States which are using drip and sprinkler irrigation systems as an alternative method of irrigating crops particularly in Karnataka; (b) whether the Government is providing any subsidy or grant for installation of drip irrigation facilities to prevent water runoff, deep percolation or evaporation; (c) if so, the details thereof, State-wise including Karnataka; (d) whether the irrigation scheduling be managed with this system to meet crops demand and increased yield and quality in the country; and (e) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): All the states of the country, including Karnataka are using drip and sprinkler irrigation system. (b) & (c): National Mission on Micro Irrigation (NMMI) has been launched in June, 2010. Under this scheme, assistance is available for a maximum area of 5 ha per beneficiary family for both drip and sprinkler irrigation. Subsidy is provided @ 60% of project cost for small and marginal farmers and 50% for general farmers including 10% state share. States are at liberty to provide additional subsidy from their own resources. In case of Karnataka, the State Government is providing additional 15% & 25% subsidy to small & marginal farmers and general farmers respectively for the first 2 ha out of 5 ha per beneficiary ceiling on the area to be undertaken under the scheme. (d) & (e): With the use of Micro Irrigation system better water use efficiency to the extent of 20-60%, 30- 100% increase in yield, 40% saving in fertilizer usage, 20-40% more return/income for farm produces and better quality of produce have been reported.
DEVELOPMENT OF BT. COTTON VARIETY 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6287
SHRI K. MURUGESAN ANANDAN
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has constituted a committee to examine the claims regarding development of an indigenous variety of Bt. Cotton called Bikaner Narma made by some Indian scientists; (b) if so, the details of such claims alongwith the composition and terms of reference of the said committee; and (c) the present status thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) Yes, Madam. (b) The research in the development of genetically modified (GM) cotton was taken up in 1998, through funding of National Agriculture Technology Project, in which National Research Centre for Plant Biotechnology (NRCPB), New Delhi along with University of Agricultural Sciences (UAS), Dharwad and Central Institute of Cotton Research (CICR), Nagpur were participants. Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has constituted an Expert Committee headed by the Vice Chancellor of Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi to examine the scientific claim of development of indigenous variety of Bt cotton called Bikaneri Narma. The details of the composition of the Committee along with the Terms of Reference are furnished in Annexure-I. (c) The Expert Committee has started functioning.
Annexure-I
[Part (b) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Q.No.6287 for 15-05-2012]
Terms of Reference of Expert Committee on BNBt Cotton : i) To examine whether the team achieved a separate and distinct event other than Mon531, which they called BNLA106, and whether there was enough evidence for a claim to be made that BNLA 106 was an event separate and distinct from the Mon531 event of Monsanto. ii) To examine the deficiencies, if any, in the entire process of development of the BNLA 106 (BNBt cotton event) and subsequent development, release and commercialization of BNBt cotton variety and BtNHH44 hybrid. iii) To examine whether there were any deficiencies in the various tests done at various stages to establish the distinctive nature of the BNLA 106 event. iv) To advise on the appropriate steps to be taken now in respect of the BNLA 106 event, and the consequential development of BNBt and Bt NHH44 varieties, including identifying the person/s responsible. v) To advise appropriate steps and methods that ICAR should put in place to ensure, in future, the purity of process in the development of genetically modified crop plants, and the process of vetting scientific claims in this regard, from the point of view having a fool proof system that would put the veracity of the claims beyond doubt. vi) Any other issue arising from or incidental to, the above.
BNBt Expert Committee Composition :
1. Dr. S.K. Sopory, Vice Chancellor, Chairman Jawahalal Nehru University, New Delhi.
2. Dr. Baldev Singh Dhillon, Vice Chancellor, Member Punjab Agricultural University, Firozepur Road, Ludhiana.
3. Sh. Rajiv Mehrishi, Member Addl. Secretary, DARE and Secretary, ICAR, New Delhi
4. Dr. R. V. Sonti, Member Chief Scientist, Centre for Cellular & Molecular Biology Hyderabad - 500 007
5. Dr. Imran Siddiqui Member Scientist, Centre for Cellular & Molecular Biology Hyderabad - 500 007
6. Dr. Pankaj Rathore, Member Plant Breeder, PAU Regional Station, Faridkot Punjab
7. Dr. N. Gopalakrishnan Non-Member Secretary Asstt. Director General (Commercial Crops) ICAR, New Delhi
R & D FOR DEVELOPMENT OF HIGH QUALITY ORGANIC FERTILISERS 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6297
SHRI PREM DAS RAI
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether any research and development have been initiated in the field of development of high quality organic fertilisers by the Government; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the research and development initiatives taken up are feasible for the mountain areas of the country; and (d) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. Indian Council of Agricultural Research, State Agricultural Universities (SAUs) and National Centre of Organic Farming have generated technologies for preparation of enriched compost/vermicompost/bio-enriched compost from various organic wastes using indigenous nutrient sources like low grade rock phosphate, waste mica, pyrites and bioinoculants. Besides, mixed biofertilizer consortia consisting of Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria, Nitrogen fixing microbes and Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria; liquid biofertilizer formulations with greater shelf life have been developed under Network project on biofertilizers. Recently, potash and zinc solubilizing bacteria have also been identified.
(c) & (d): Yes , Madam. Products such as enriched compost/ vermicompost/bio-enriched compost and biofertilizers are also feasible in hill & mountain areas of the country.
EXCESSIVE USE OF UREA 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6298
SMT. YASHODHARA RAJE SCINDIA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether there is any evidence that the excessive use of urea in many States is resulting in turning the cultivable land into a barren land; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) the remedial efforts made by the Government to promote bio-fertilizers in the country; and (d) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): No, Madam. There is no scientific evidence that excessive use of urea in any State is turning cultivable land into barren land. However, imbalanced use of chemical fertilizers with low addition of organic matter and lack of micro and secondary nutrients have resulted in nutrient deficiencies and deterioration of soil health in intensively cultivated areas. (c) & (d): To maintain soil health and sustain agricultural yields, use of bio- fertilizers is being promoted through National Project on Organic Farming by providing financial support for establishment of bio-fertilizers production unit as back ended subsidy @25% of total financial outlay restricted to Rs.40.00 lakh through NABARD. Financial assistance of 50% of cost or Rs.100/- per ha (whichever is less) is provided to farmers for promotion of bio-fertilizers under Integrated Scheme for Oilseeds, Pulses, Oil Palm and Maize (ISOPOM). In order to ensure availability of quality bio-fertilizers to the farmers, Central Government has notified five bio-fertilizers namely Rhizobium, Azotobacter, Azoslpirillum, Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria and Mycorrhizal bio-fertilizer under Fertilizer(Control) Order (FCO), 1985
PROMOTION OF ORGANIC FERTILISERS 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6299
SMT. SUMITRA MAHAJAN
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government proposes to promote the production and use of organic manure and fertilisers; (b) if so, the names of non-chemical fertilisers produced and marketed in various parts of the country including Madhya Pradesh alongwith the support systems existing for the same at present; (c) whether the Government proposes to bring these organic fertilisers under the proposed nutrition based subsidy system; (d) if so, the details thereof; and (e) the nature of assistance likely to be provided by the Government to the farmers for production of organic fertilisers in their fields?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): Government is promoting production and use of organic fertilizers under National Project on Organic Farming (NPOF) through setting up of Fruit/Vegetable Market Waste/Agro Waste Compost Units and establishment of Biofertilizer production units. Financial support is also provided under National Horticulture Mission (NHM) and Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) for setting up of vermi- compost production units.
(b): Biofertilisers namely Rhizobium, Azotobacter, Azospirillum, Phosphate Solubilising Microganisms (PSM), Plant Growth Promoting Rhizosphere (PGPRs), non-chemical Biofertilisers and cellulolytic microorganisms are produced and marketed across the country including Madhya Pradesh. (c) & (d): At present, there is no such proposal for inclusion of organic fertilizers under nutrient based subsidy system. (e): Financial assistance is available under NHM for setting up of vermi-compost units @ 50% estimated cost (Rs.60,000/- unit).
BAMBOO MISSION 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6309
SHRI PRADEEP MAJHI SHRI KISHANBHAI VESTABHAI PATEL
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government is implementing any National Mission on Bamboo to promote its cultivation; (b) if so, the targets fixed and achieved under the Mission in the country during the last three years, State- wise; (c) the details of the funds allocated for the Mission alongwith the details of the funds so far incurred during such period, State-wise; (d) whether there is any proposal to extend the period of the said Mission; and (e) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (c): Yes, Madam. Government of India is implementing a Centrally Sponsored Scheme of National Bamboo Mission in 27 States of the country to promote cultivation of Bamboo. State-wise details of physical targets and its achievements, under the Mission during the last three years is given in Annexure-I. Similarly, the fund allocated and incurred by the States during the same period is given in Annexure-II.
(d) & (e): It is being continued during the XIIth Five Year Plan.
Statement showing major component-wise, State wise Physical Targets & Achievements during 2009-10 to 2011-12 under National Bamboo Mission
Arunachal Pr. Assam Manipur Meghalaya Mizoram Nagaland Sikkim Tripura Andhra Pr. Bihar Chhatt.
S. Components No Tar Ach Tar Ach Tar Ach Tar Ach Tar Ach Tar Ach Tar Ach Tar Ach Tar Ach Tar Ach Tar Ach
1 Nurseries (nos.) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Plantation in forest 2 areas (ha.) 2496 1588 11069 2914 4726 4726 3775 631 14050 14050 13008 13008 1578 1382 1465 241 822 470 1100 795 3925 3925
Plantation in non 3 forest areas (ha.) 3772 2282 1500 0 17267 17267 1174 377 5700 5700 0 0 3827 3764 544 544 0 0 346 65 3800 3703
Plantation in non- forest on Government land 4 (ha.) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 300 300 0 0 0 0 0 0 1000 0
Improvement of 5 existing stock (ha.) 1500 125 7335 1723 948 250 603 103 4476 4476 6225 6225 500 485 837 80 0 0 1100 0 744 740
Training of farmers 6 (nos.) 488 345 3481 905 1386 1098 259 186 706 558 1630 1126 397 347 235 235 0 0 287 152 602 351
Training of field 7 functionaries (nos.) 40 20 453 140 140 25 70 70 160 110 80 30 60 25 64 64 0 0 40 0 100 70
Workshop/Seminars -National Level 8 (nos.) 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1
Workshop/Seminars 9 - State Level (nos.) 1 0 3 0 2 2 0 0 3 2 4 2 2 1 2 2 0 0 2 0 2 0
10 District Level (nos.) 11 7 49 16 9 4 0 0 15 15 5 0 5 2 6 4 0 0 11 0 12 12
Pest and Disease 11 Management (ha.) 100 100 0 0 500 0 0 0 11000 11000 17925 17925 2300 2300 0 0 0 0 1500 0 6125 3125
Post Harvest Storage & Treatment 12 Facilities (nos.) 2 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0
Bamboo Bazaars/Bamboo 13 Wholesale & Retail 2 1 18 3 0 0 5 0 7 0 10 5 2 2 0 0 0 0 3 0 5 0 Markets near village
(nos.)
Retails Outlets 14 (nos.) 0 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 3 3 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0
Participation in Domestic Trade 15 Fairs (nos.) 2 2 4 1 1 1 1 0 4 4 4 3 2 0 2 1 0 0 1 0 3 3
SOIL TESTING 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6327
SHRI NARAYAN SINGH AMLABE
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government conducts soil test of arable land periodically in the country; (b) if so, the details and criterion thereof; (c) the details of the financial assistance provided to the States for the said purpose, State-wise; and (d) the departments and the level of employees engaged in soil testing?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. Government is promoting Integrated Nutrient Management (INM) through soil test based balanced and judicious use of chemical fertilizers in conjuction with organic sources of nutrients to sustain and improve soil health and its productivity.
State Government Soil Testing Laboratory/Mobile Soil testing Laboratory conduct soil tests and issue soil health cards to farmers. In a few States, they charge atoken amount for soil testing.
(c) & (d): Under National Project on Management of Soil Health & Fertility (NPMSH&F) funds are released on the basis of proposals received from the States/ implementing agencies. Funds released under the scheme since its inception is at Annexure. Government also provides financial assistance for manpower to run soil testing laboratories (STLs).
State-wise funds released & unspent balance under the Scheme – National Project on Management of Soil Health and Fertility (NPMSHF) (Rs. in lakh)
Sl. Name of States Amount Amount Amount Amount released during released during released during released during No. 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
1. Andhra Pradesh 175.00 183.45 149.145 466.25
2. Karnataka 125.00 270.57 0 0
3. Kerala 150.00 177.30 0 0
4. Rajasthan 415.00 267.60 408.62 0
5. Uttar Pradesh 15.00 240.00 0 0
6. Madhya Pradesh 86.00 0 0 0
7. Punjab 35.00 135.00 0 0
8. West Bengal 163.75 0 0 0
9. Uttarakhand 25.00 0 0 0
10. Nagaland 15.00 0 0 0
11. Orissa 217.50 0 217.50 0
12. Arunachal Pr. 75.00 0 75.00 0
13. Maharashtra 65.00 280.00 60.00 0
14. Himachal Pr. 35.00 143.72 0 0
15. Mizoram 60.00 12.50 0 0
16. Goa 05.00 0 0 0
17. Jharkhand 0 255.80 0 0
18. Bihar 0 904.687 342.913 0
19. Meghalaya 0 60.00 0 0
20. Tamil Nadu 0 250.00 0 0
21. Tripura 0 136.50 0 0
22. Manipur 0 89.00 0 0
23. Haryana 0 0 144.10 0
24. Sikkim 0 0 65.00 65.00
25 Chhattisgarh 0 0 59.40 0
26. IISS, ICAR, Bhopal 0 389.873 168.17 412.23
27. Gujarat 0 0 0.0 186.25
Total 1662.25 3796.00 1689.848 1129.73
ALLOCATION FOR DAIRY DEVELOPMENT 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6345
SHRI RAM SINGH KASWAN SHRI MAGUNTA SREENIVASULU REDDY SHRI RAKESH SINGH
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the dairy development scheme is implemented in the country; (b) if so, the percentage and amount of GDP spent on agriculture during each of the last three years and the current year, State-wise;
(c) the percentage and amount of GDP spent on dairy development therefrom during the said period, State- wise; (d) the amount allocated to States for agriculture and dairy development during Tenth and Eleventh Five Year Plan, year-wise and State-wise; and (e) the action plan for dairy development during Twelfth Five Year Plan?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) Department of Animal Husbandry,Dairying & Fisheries is implementing the following dairy development schemes in the country:
1. Intensive Dairy Development Programme 2. Strengthening Infrastructure for Quality & Clean Milk Production 3. Assistance to Cooperatives 4. Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme 5. National Dairy Plan Phase-I.
(b) National Accounts Division of the Central Statistics Organisation in the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, Government of India has stated that the percentage and amount of GDP spent on Agriculture sector including Livestock for the year 2008-09 to 2010-11 is as under:
(Rs in Crore) Percentage of At current prices At constant (2004-05) prices Gross Capital Formation(GCF) to Gross Value Added (GVA) 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 GCF, Agriculture 148574 168378 196435 117406 120729 130907 GDP(total) at market price 5630063 6457352 7674148 4416350 4780179 5236823 Rate of GCF in Agriculture to GDP(total) at market price 2.6 2.6 2.6 2.7 2.5 2.5 GDP-Agriculture at factor cost 806646 924581 1093806 555442 559376 602939 Rate of GCF to GDP(Agriculture) (factor cost) 18.4 18.2 18 21.1 21.6 21.7
(c) National Accounts Division of the Central Statistical Organisation has stated that no separate data on dairy development is available.
(d)& (e) Planning Commission, Government of India has been requested to furnish information regarding the amount allocated to States for agriculture and dairy development, year-wise and State-wise, during Tenth and Eleventh Five Year Plan and also the action plan for dairy development during Twelfth Five Year Plan. The requisite information has not yet been received from Planning Commission.
PROMOTION OF FLORICULTURE AND HERBAL FARMING 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6360
SHRI GAJANAN DHARMSHI BABAR SHRI DHARMENDRA YADAV
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government promotes and popularises floriculture and herbal farming in the country including Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh; (b) if so, the funds allocated during 2009-10, 2010-11 and 2011-12, State-wise; and (c) the steps taken by the Government to promote floriculture and herbal farming in Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (c): Yes, Madam. Floriculture and Aromatic plants are being promoted by the Government under the schemes of
(i) National Horticulture Mission (NHM), covering 18 States and 3 UTs, (ii) Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH) covering all the States in the North Eastern region and Himalayan region of the country and (iii) National Horticulture Board (NHB) in the Ministry of Agriculture. Cultivation of Medicinal Plants are being promoted by the National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare under the Scheme on National Mission on Medicinal Plants (NMMP) Statewise details of funds released during the period 2009-10 to 2011-12 in respect of floriculture, Aromatic and Medicinal Plants are given in the statements attached at Annexure-I, Annexure-II, Annexure-III and Annexure- IV in respect of NHM, HMNEH, NHB and NMMP schemes respectively.
Annexure I
Statement with reference to para (b) of Unstarred Question No 6360
Statewise Release under National Horticulture Mission (2009-12)
[For Flowers and Aromatic Plants]
2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Aromatic Aromatic Aromatic State Flowers Plants Flowers Plants Flowers Plants Andhra Pradesh 91.04 41.31 0 0 0 0 Bihar 14.75 0 0 0 24.35 0
Chhattisgarh 673.63 200.81 1054.26 240.13 1106.91 90.31 Goa 3.26 0 0 0 0 0 Gujarat 74.14 4.78 95.82 10.65 131.24 5.31 Haryana 451.79 10.52 208.61 29.22 266.01 6.38 Jharkhand 45.9 0 28.86 0 58.01 0 Karnataka 803.06 86.06 504.45 95.63 338.09 39.85 Kerala 0 0 29.75 0 89.77 0
Madhya Pradesh 308.94 0 293.98 0 225.25 0
Maharashtra 491.36 0 417.08 0 418.46 2.76 Odisha 739.33 0 182.32 0 460.7 0
Puducherry 2.55 0 5.1 0 8.15 0 Punjab 118.8 67.9 138.3 26.57 62.48 0 Rajasthan 51 2.39 28.87 0 18.67 0
Tamil Nadu 598.91 14.34 667.26 0 420.75 21.25 Uttar Pradesh 633.85 0 581.79 129.62 201.8 39.84 West Bengal 0 0 253.51 0 203.16 0 Andaman & Nicobar 4.43 0 6.63 0 9.25 0
ANNEXURE-II
State-wise Release under Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (2009-12).
(For Flowers and Aromatic Plants)
Rs. in lakh
States 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Flowers Aromatic Model Flowers Aromatic Model Flowers Aromatic Floriculture Plants Flori Plants Plants Centre culture Centre Arunachal 13 5 0 119 30.19 0 0 0 Pradesh Assam 75.01 25 0 0 0 0 0 0 Manipur 451.1 0 0 231 0 0 320.22 0 Meghalaya 170.95 0 280 148 0 0 177.99 0
Mizoram 396.5 23 0 144 11.25 0 106.05 0 Nagaland 474.5 30 70 457 56.25 0 412.13 0 Sikkim 522.93 0 0 242 0 0 339.68 0 Tripura 80.6 0 0 82 0 0 28.35 0 J&K 74.1 1.25 0 75 16.88 55.5 22.63 0 Himachal 0 0 70 17 0 0 36.78 3.94 Pradesh Uttarakhand 105.61 0 0 41 0 0 107.85 0
Annexure-III
Statement with reference to para (b) of Unstarred Question NO.6360 State-wise release under National Horticulture Board (2009-12)
[For Flowers and Aromatic Plants]Rs. in Lakh
S.No. Name of 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 the State Aromatic Floriculture Aromatic Floriculture Aromatic Floriculture Plants Plants Plants 1 Assam 2.99 0.15 0 0 0 0 2 Bihar 0 18.8 0 18.18 0 1.33 3 Chhatisgarh 0 11.12 0 0 0 0 4 Gujarat 373.47 5.13 322.81 0 424.26 0 5 Haryana 0 0 7.81 15.78 0.5 0 6 Himachal Pradesh 43.5 7.24 69.69 0.45 76.18 0 7 Karnataka 251.02 6.92 423.29 0.29 160.34 0.36 8 Kerala 87.47 0 26.73 2.18 24.34 0 9 Madhya Pradesh 1.78 0 26.61 2.56 0 0 10 Maharashtra 598.57 0 660.34 1.63 415.9 0 11 Mzoram 38.85 0 39.15 0.96 59.23 0 12 Nagaland 1.85 0 0 0.95 0 0 13 Orissa 2.87 0 0 0 2.09 1.06 14 Punjab 0.71 7.84 34.33 0 0 3.75 15 Rajasthan 0 5.24 0.96 0 0 0.84 16 Sikkim 47.53 0.44 5.85 0 0 0 17 Tamilnadu 268.38 24.66 331.38 .0.00 199.36 1.16 18 Uttar Pradesh 76.39 75.53 38.13 51.65 35.86 5.69 19 Utrakhand 236.02 0 378.28 3.76 206.34 0 20 West Bengal 26.56 0 13.93 0 5.18 0
Annexure-IV State-wise release under National Mission on Medicinal Plants (2009-12)
Rs. In Lakh S. No. Name of State 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
1 Andhra Pradesh 900 700 512.52
2 Arunachal Pradesh 281.56 58.85 285.14
3 Assam 0 332.8 114.52
4 Bihar 150 0 0
5 Chhattisgarh 350 0 186.96
6 Gujarat 161.35 0 47.35
7 Haryana 175.7 0 85.46
8 Himachal Pradesh 0 106.11 84.3
9 Jammu & Kashmir 294.4 0 0
10 Jharkhand 563.33 165.18 257.61
11 Karnataka 100 372.22 0
12 Kerala 131.25 96.14 223.17
13 Madhya Pradesh 0 737.58 302.93
14 Maharashtra 0 243.49 327.08
15 Manipur 126.24 0 138.54
16 Meghalaya 306.6 68.5 91.62
17 Mizoram 188.16 124.05 160.12
18 Nagaland 265.7 181.63 181.12
19 Odisha 236.1 166.69 475.58
20 Punjab 0 96 0
21 Rajasthan 169.8 100 0
22 Sikkim 366.1 4.17 91.1
23 Tamil Nadu 300 834.7 961.39
24 Tripura 0 0 84
25 Uttar Pradesh 760 0 0
26 Uttarakhand 414.11 280.98 262.73
27 West Bengal 684.6 107.54 0
NEW AGRICULTURE POLICY 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6378
SHRI JAGDISH SINGH RANA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government proposes to bring new agricultural policy; (b) if so, the details thereof; and (c) if not, the reasons therefor?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): No, Madam. (b): In view of (a) above, does not arise. (c): National Policy for Farmers (NPF) was formulated in 2007 on the basis of the Draft Policy submitted by National Commission on Farmers and consultations with various stakeholders including State Governments. NPF, 2007 has since been operationalised. Further, Government has taken many initiatives in recent years for revitalization of agriculture sector, which are in tune with the goals envisaged in NPF, 2007. These initiatives have resulted in desired outcomes as evidenced by the record production of foodgrains, pulses, oilseeds and cotton during the recent years.
PESTICIDES RESIDUES IN VEGETABLES AND FRUITS 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6382
SHRI KIRTI (JHA) AZAD SHRI K. SUGUMAR SHRI SURESH KODIKUNNIL SHRI A.GANESHAMURTHI SHRI HAMDULLAH SAYEED SHRI NARAYAN SINGH AMLABE
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government is aware that certain banned pesticides are used in the production of vegetables and fruits and other agricultural crops; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether any scientific study has been conducted to ascertain the level of pesticides content in fruits, vegetables and other crops; (d) if so, whether any scientific system is in existence as a regular measure to test the vegetables, fruits and other crops for harmful pesticides and chemicals residues used in farms or storages and to ascertain the time when these items are brought to the market; and (e) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Those pesticides which are banned in the country are not to be used in the production of vegetables and fruits and other agricultural crops. Central and State Government functionaries impart extensive training to the
fanning community in the use of pesticides to ensure that only the approved pesticides are used against target pests on respective crops.
(c) to (e): Government of India is implementing a Central Sector Scheme “Monitoring of Pesticide Residues at National Level” under which samples of various food commodities including vegetables and fruits are analyzed for the presence of pesticide residues. Food safety and Standard Authority of India analyzes samples of food items including fruits and vegetables for the quality and safety.
FUNDS FOR AGRICULTURE RESEARCH 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6383
SHRI NEERAJ SHEKHAR SHRI P. L. PUNIA SHRI YASHVIR SINGH
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:- a) the percentage of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) spending on Research and Development in agriculture; b) whether the Government is contemplating to increase its allocations for Research and Development on agriculture during the XII Five Year Plan; c) if so, the details of funds allocated and spent on agricultural research in the country during the XI Plan, State‐wise and year‐wise; d) whether percentage of funds allocated and spent in India on agricultural in comparison research is very less to allocations in China and Brazil; e) if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor; f) the details of funds allocated for agricultural research during the current year 2012‐13; g) whether the Government proposes to increase the allocation on agricultural research during the XII Five Year Plan period; and h) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE,FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) Madam, public spending on agriculture R&D and education as percent of Gross Domestic Product(GDP) Agriculture in the country is around 0.6 per cent. (b) Yes, Madam. (c) The total plan funds allocated and spent during the Eleventh Plan period i.e., 2007-12 (upto February, 2012) for Research and Development (R&D) in agriculture and allied fields under the Centrally Funded schemes of DARE/ICAR was Rs. 10,325.76 crores and Rs. 8865.97 crores, respectively and the corresponding non-plan funds allocated and spent was Rs. 9475.24 crores and Rs. 8864.20 crores, respectively. (d) & (e): Comparable information on R&D for various countries is prepared by ASTI (Agriculture Science and Technology Indicator) of CGIAR. Estimates for latest available period are as under: Country Public Spending on Agriculture Percent of GDP R&D per person US $ PPP 2005 Agriculture Brazil 6.7 1.31 China 2.2 0.51 India 1.3 0.36 Note: This expenditure excludes expenditure on education and refers only to research. In India it has been emphasized to raise public spending on agriculture R&D to 1% of GDP agriculture. Actual data shows that public spending on agriculture R&D and education as percent of GDP agriculture increased from 0.44 in 1997-98 to around 0.6% in the recent years.
(f) During the current year 2012-13, Rs.3220.00 crores have been allocated for agricultural research under Plan. (g) Yes, Madam. (h) The Twelfth Plan working Group on Agricultural Research and Education constituted by the Planning Commission has recommended to enhance the Public investment in Agricultural Research and Education to 1 percent of Ag GDP during Twelfth Five Year Plan period, and an amount of Rs.55,000 crores for ICAR has been recommended.
WATERSHED DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6415
SHRI DUSHYANT SINGH
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether several schemes have been launched under the National Watershed Development Programme in the country including Rajasthan; (b) if so, the details thereof, State-wise; (c) whether the World Bank has approved new projects under the Watershed Development Programme for inclusion in the XHth Five Year Plan; and (d) if so, the details of the Watershed Development Programme approved by the World Bank for assistance?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. Ministry of Agriculture is implementing National Watershed Development Project in Rainfed Areas (NWDPRA) across the country including Rajasthan. State-wise number of micro watershed projects selected for implementation during XI Five Year Plan are at Annexure-I.
(c) & (d): New Watershed Development Projects with assistance of World Bank under technical supervision of Ministry of Agriculture has not been approved for implementation during XII Five Year Plan. However, Executive Board of World Bank has approved an IDA credit of SDR 70.3 million (US $ 109 million equivalent) for Rajasthan Agricultural Competitiveness Project on 27.3.2012. This Project includes component on water management.
Annexure-I State-wise Number of Micro Watersheds selected under National Watershed Development Project in Rainfed Areas (NWDPRA) during XI Five Year Plan
S. No. State Number of MicroWatersheds
1. Andhra Pradesh 188
2. Arunachal Pradesh 86
3. Assam 20
4. Bihar 50
5. Jharkhand 94
6. Goa 29
7. Gujarat 209
8. Haryana 43
9. Himachai Pradesh 40
10. J&K*
11. Karnataka 34
12. Kerala 134
13. M.P. 397
14. Chhattisgarh 134
15. Maharashtra 324
16. Manipur 110
17. Mizoram 140
18. Meghalaya 78
19. Nagaland 120
20. Orissa 221
21. Punjab 26
22. Rajasthan 285
23. Sikkim 32
24. Tamil Nadu 200
25. Tripura 79
26. UP. 450
27. Uttrakhand 173
28. West Bengal 48
Total 3744
84 Micro Watersheds taken up during X Plan are continuing in XI Plan period.
WEED CONTROL 15th May, 2012
LSQ 6434
SHRI RAKESH SINGH
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has achieved success in weed control in the country; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the Directorate of Weed Science Research, Jabalpur has carried out any research in this regard; (d) if so, the details thereof; (e) whether the Government is aware that marginal farmers have no access to it and they adopt conventional means for weed control; and (f) if so, the steps taken by the Government to provide its technique and information to farmers from time to time?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Weed control technologies such as herbicidal techniques, growing competitive crop cultivars, cultural techniques, and biocontrol have been developed by the Directorate of Weed Science Research, Jabalpur and are being regularly demonstrated for farmers’ benefits. Based on these, it has been demonstrated that about 10 q/ha increase in wheat yield is achieved by adopting weed control technologies as compared to traditional practices. At the same time, a combination of herbicide with biocontrol completely eradicates Parthenium in terrestrial environment and water hyacinth in aquatic systems. (c) & (d): DWSR and its 22 Coordinating centres have carried out extensive research and developed technologies for weed management in field crops, aquatic bodies and also for non-cropped situations using chemical, non-chemical and biological approaches. These activities have been summarized in the form of publications viz., Herbicide use in field crops, Shaknasiyo Dwara Kharpatwar Prabandhan, pamphlets for weed management technologies in different crops, Weed Atlas, and District-wise distribution of major weeds in India.
(e) & (f): Having known the intensity of the issue and need, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) established DWSR as the nodal Institute for R&D in weed research per se. As part of the outreach activity, transfer of research information in the form of frontline demonstration, on-farm training, radio/TV talk, kisan mela/ kisan gosthi and subject matter specialists and other stakeholders are being regularly conducted by Institute. Further, all such information are being regularly uploaded and updated on the Institute website (www.nrcws.org).
GLOBAL WARMING AND AGRICULTURE 22nd May, 2012
LSQ *654
SHRI ANANDRAO ADSUL DR. BHOLA SINGH
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
a) whether the Government has taken note of the adverse impact of global warming on agriculture in the country which has manifested unusual trends such as erratic rainfall, shrinking forest cover. Rising temperature and increasing food insecurity; b) if so, the details thereof and the reaction of the Government thereto; c) whether the Government has assessed the impact of global warming on different agro‐climatic zones in the country; d) if so, the details and the outcome thereof; and e) the measures taken/being taken by the Government to meet the challenge of global warming and its impact on agricultural production?
THE MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A Statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT IN RESPECT OF PARTS (a) to (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 654 TO BE ANSWERED ON 22/05/2012 REGARDING “GLOBAL WARMING AND AGRICULTURE”
(a) & (b): All India summer monsoons (June to September) rainfall does not show any significant trend during the last century. However, three subdivisions viz., Jharkhand, Chattisgarh, Kerala showed significant decreasing trend and eight subdivisions viz., Gangetic West Bengal, West Uttar Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Konkan & Goa, Madhya Maharashtra, Rayalaseema, Coastal Andhra Pradesh and North Interior Karnataka showed significant increasing trends during last century. Significant increasing trend has been observed in the frequency of heavy rainfall events over the West coast. The mean annual surface air temperature over India has risen by 0.56°C during 1901-2009. The Government has taken urgent steps to institute Climate Change Divisions in the Ministry of Environment & Forests (the Nodal Ministry for Climate Change in the Country) and in the Ministry of Agriculture to assess and monitor the changes in the climate scenario. (c) & (d): The Government of India initiated studies related to Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment through an ICAR Network Project on Climate Change (NPCC) consisting of 15 centres in the X Plan and subsequently extended it to 23 centres in the XI Plan across different agro-climatic zones. Analysis of occurrence of extreme weather events during past six decades has indicated an increasing trend in maximum one-day precipitation in the west coast of Maharashtra, south Madhya Pradesh, east Bihar, Assam and parts of Karnataka and eastern Uttar Pradesh. At the same time, frequency of occurrence of warmer days has significantly increased in parts of southern Rajasthan, western Madhya Pradesh, southern Chattisgarh, western Gujarat and in parts of peninsular India. Over all, the NPCC studies indicate that climate change may reduce yield of timely sown irrigated wheat by about 6% by 2020. When late and very late sown wheat is taken into consideration, the projected impact could reduce the yield by 18%, if no adaptation measures are followed. Similarly, this study projects 4-6% reduction in yield of rice and up to 18% in respect of irrigated kharif maize, and 2.5% in rainfed sorghum by the year 2020.
(e) As part of the National Action Plan for Climate Change, 8 national missions have been proposed. One of them being the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) that has been formulated jointly by Department of Agriculture & Cooperation and Department of Agricultural Research & Education, in active consultation with stakeholders including State Governments, and has been approved in principle by Prime Minister’s Council on Climate Change for the XII Plan. A scheme ‘National Initiative on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA)’ with an outlay of Rs. 350 crores for the period 2010-12 has been implemented by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research. The components of the scheme include: (i) strategic research on natural resources, major food crops, livestock, marine and freshwater fisheries for adaptation and mitigation; (ii) demonstration of available climate resilient practices on farmers’ field in 100 most vulnerable districts of the country; (iii) strengthen research infrastructure and capacity building for climate change research; and (iv) sponsored research.
PEST CONTROL MANAGEMENT 22nd May, 2012
LSQ 7390
SMT. J. SHANTHA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:- a) the steps taken by the Government to strengthen the Pest Control Management in the agriculture sector of the country; b) the measures taken to encourage the use of indigenous methods of pest control; and c) the steps being taken to create awareness regarding the use of bio‐ pesticides for pest control?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): Following steps have been taken to strengthen Pest Control Management in agriculture sector of the country:- 1. Government of India, Ministry of Agriculture, Department of Agriculture & Co- operation (DAC) is implementing a scheme “Strengthening and Modernization of Pest Management Approach in India” (SMPMA) since 1991- 92 by adopting Integrated Pest Management (IPM) as cardinal principle and main plank of plant protection strategy in overall crop production programme. 2. Under the ambit of IPM programme, the Government of India has established 31 Central IPM Centers in 28 States and one UT. 3. The mandate of these Centers is pest/disease monitoring, production and release of bio-control agents/ bio- pesticides, conservation of bio-control agents and Human Resource Development in IPM by imparting training to Agriculture / Horticulture Extension Officers and farmers at grass root level by organizing Farmers Field Schools (FFSs) in farmers’ fields. Basic aim of FFS is to train the farmers on the latest IPM technology so that they are able to take decision in pest management operation. In FFSs the farmers are also trained about the judicious use of pesticides on their crops so that the crop can be grown with minimum use of pesticides. 4. Total 351 bio-control laboratories have been established so far which are functioning in India for production of Bio-control agents & bio-pesticides. These labs have been set up by different agencies viz. Central Government, State Government, Indian Council of Agricultural Research, State Agriculture Universities, Department of Bio-technology, NGOs & private entrepreneurs. 5. Under SMPMA, Grants-in-aid of Rs. 1772 lakh to the states & Rs.64.16 lakh to NGOs has been granted so far for setting up of bio-control laboratories. Besides this, Rs. 354 lakh has been granted for rodent pest management in North Eastern States so far. (b): Various measures have been taken to encourage the use of indigenous methods of pest control which are as follows:- a. Distribution of neem seeds to farmers for transplanting them in their vicinity or around their fields for making their use as botanical pesticide. b. Use of cow urine preparation as pesticide. c. Wormiculture is being professed to improve the soil health to reduce the pest population. d. Besides these, other local proven technologies /Indigenous Technical Knowhow (ITK) are also being encouraged amongst the farming community. (c): Under the Human Resource Development programmes, the Farmers Field Schools, Season Long / Long Duration Training Programmes and Short Duration Training Programmes are being organized in which awareness regarding use of Bio-pesticides in pest control is being advocated among the farmers, State Extension Officers & NGOs.
COMMERCIAL PRODUCTION OF GM VEGETABLES 22nd May, 2012
LSQ 7404
SHRI MAGUNTA SREENIVASULU REDDY
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether some States are opposing the commercial production of the genetically modified vegetables; (b) if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor; (c) the present status of such vegetable production in the country; and (d) the action plan prepared/proposed in this regard in coordination with the State Governments?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (d): The Department of Agriculture & cooperation is implementing two Centrally Sponsored Schemes, viz., (i) Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH) and (ii) National Horticulture Mission (NHM) in remaining States and Union Territories for the holistic development of horticulture sector including vegetables. Under these schemes, there is no provision for commercial production of the Genetically Modified vegetables.
POPULATION OF SHEEP AND GOAT` 22nd May, 2012
LSQ 7417
SHRI JAGDISH THAKOR
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the names of the States where goat and sheep population has dwindled/ recorded a decreasing trend during the last two animal census; (b) the steps taken by the Government to stop/bring down the export of goat and sheep meat; (c) whether the Government has considered the revised export meat policy with reference to the said census/results; and (d) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (Dr. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a): The last two animal censuses are 17lh Livestock Census of 2003 and 18th Livestock Census of 2007. The names of the States where goat and sheep population has declined during the intercensal period i.e. 2003 to 2007 are as under: States Goat Goa, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Sikkim, West Bengal, Chandigarh and Daman & Diu. Sheep Bihar, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Nagaland, Punjab, Sikkim, Uttar Pradesh and Uttrakhand. However, during the same period the total number of goats at all India level has increased from 124358 thousand to 140537 thousand and that of sheep from 61469 thousand to 71558 thousand.
(b) to (d): As per the current Foreign Trade Policy, the export of meat of goat and sheep is free. There is no proposal under consideration to amend the policy.
TECHNOLOGY FOR ADVANCE ASSESSMENT OF CROPS AND DROUGHT 22nd May, 2012
LSQ 7420
SHRI ASADUDDIN OWAISI
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
a) whether the Government has launched an integrated centre to provide estimates of crop output and to assess the drought situation in the country through latest technologies; b) if so, whether in collaboration with ISRO, the Government has developed the technology for advance assessment of crop and drought situation in the country; and
c) if so, the extent to which this technology is likely to help the Government to take advance steps for procurement of foodgrains and help the drought affected areas in the country?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (c): Yes, Madam. The Mahalanobis National Crop Forecast Centre has been set up in New Delhi as an attached office under the Ministry of Agriculture, Department of Agriculture & Cooperation. It was inaugurated on 23.04.2012. The Centre has been set up with a view to prepare multiple in-season crop forecasts by using temporal satellite imageries and in-situ as well as satellite based weather data. These forecasts will act as inputs to be used along with econometric & agro-meteorological parameters and ground observations to make estimates of area and yield of selected crops. The Centre will also use Remote Sensing techniques to monitor and assess the drought situation in the country at National/State/District level. Methodologies for crop forecast and drought assessment developed by ISRO for selected crops and States are being transferred to the new Centre. The forecasts made in the Centre would help the Government in assessing foodgrains requirements in the country much in advance and taking quick decisions on procurement strategy and imports/exports of the commodities.
ASSISTANCE TO BIO FERTILISER UNITS 22nd May, 2012
LSQ 7439
SHRI ANTO ANTONY
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
a) the number of bio‐fertiliser units in the country, as on date, State‐wise; b) whether the Government is providing any financial assistance to the bio‐ fertiliser units in the country; and c) if so, the details thereof during each of the last three years, Scheme‐wise and State‐wise?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): State-wise details of bio-fertilizer units as on March, 2012 is at Annexure-I. (b): Financial assistance is provided for setting up of new or for strengthening of existing bio-fertilizer units under National Project on Organic Farming (NPOF) as credit linked back ended subsidy @25% of total financial outlay restricted to Rs.40 lakh through NABARD. (c): State-wise details of subsidy approved/committed by NABARD under NPOF during last three years is at Annexure-II.
Annexure I LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 7439 DATED 22-05-2012 Total number of Bio-fertilisers Production Units registered with State Governments (as on March, 2012) Sl. No. Name of State Number of Bio-fertilisers Production Units in States 1 Andhra Pradesh 31 2 Arunachal Pradesh 1 3 Assam 3 4 Bihar 4 5 Chattisgarh 0 6 Delhi 1 7 Goa 1
8 Gujarat 24 9 Haryana 2 10 Himachal Pradesh 2 11 J & K 0 12 Jharkhand 0 13 Karnataka 15 14 Kerala 6 15 Madhya Pradesh 5 16 Maharashtra 54 17 Manipur 1 18 Meghalaya 0 19 Mizoram 1 20 Nagaland 1 21 Odisha 14 22 Punjab 2 23 Pudducherry 4 24 Rajasthan 3 25 Sikkim 1 26 Tamil Nadu 15 27 Tripura 4 28 Uttar Pradesh 6 29 Uttarakhand 5 30 West Bengal 18
Total 224
Annexure II State-wise details of Number of Production units and amount of eligible subsidy approved by NABARD (Year-wise) for setting of Bio-fertilisers Production Units under Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme (CISS) of National Project on Organic Farming
Sl. Name of State 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 No. No. of Subsidy (Rsin No. of Subsidy (Rsin No. of Subsidy (Rs in units lakh) units lakh) units lakh) 1 Tripura 0 10.00 0 0 0 0 2 Andhra Pradesh 0 0 1 23.252 1 20.0 3 Gujrat 0 0 0 13.25 0 0 4 Haryana & 0 8.277 0 0 2 13.29 Punjab 5 Karnataka 0 0 1 11.65 0 0 6 Kerala 1 20.0 0 0 0 0 7 Maharashtra 2 37.312 1 10.0 1 10.0 8 Tamil Nadu 0 0 1 5.294 0 0 9 Uttarakhand 0 8.445 0 8.75 0 0
Total 3 84.034 4 72.196 4 43.29
JATROPHA PLANTATION 22nd May, 2012
LSQ 7440
SHRI PREM CHAND GUDDU
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the details of the companies and the area of land allotted for the plantation of Jatropha plant and the quantum of yield therein during each of the last three years; (b) the area of allotted land lying vacant and the reasons therefor, State-wise; and (c) the steps taken/proposed to be taken by the Government to encourage the farmers for full use of allotted land?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Ministry of Agriculture has not allotted any land to the companies for plantation of Jatropha plant. However, National Oilseeds and Vegetable Oils Development (NOVOD) Board, a statutory body under the administrative control of Department of Agriculture & Cooperation, is the nodal agency for promoting Tree Borne Oilseeds including Jatropha plant through various research / implementing agencies such as Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), State Agricultural Universities (SAU), Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and Indian Council of Forest Research Institute (ICFRI) etc. The details of plantation of Tree Borne Oilseeds including Jatropha undertaken by the Board are at Annexure-I. (c): The NOVOD Board encourages the farmers to take up Jatropha Plantation and other TBOs by conducting training programmes for the farmers, trainers’ training and seminars etc. through various implementing agencies. Various useful publications brought out by NOVOD Board are also distributed amongst farmers. Annexure-I
LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 7440 DATED 22-05-2012
DETAILS OF TARGETS AND ACHIEVEMENT MADE IN PLANTATION OF TREE BORNE OILSEEDS INCLUDING JATROPHA
(Area in ha.) Sl. TBOs Year No. 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10
PLANTATION Target Achievement Target Achievement Target Achievement 1. Jatropha 1445 1323 1079 963 662 660 2. Karanja 55 44 386 372 1050 1002 3. Neem 120 120 287 274 135 86 4. Simarouba 20 16 15 10 200 200 5. Mahua 20 0 * 66 51 20 10 6. Tung 25 25 100 100 415 415 7. Wild Apricot - - 50 50 100 0 * 8. Jojoba 3.75 2 26 15 - - Grand Total 1688.75 1530 2009 1835 2582 2373
Model plantation programme of Tree Borne Oilseeds (TBOs) including Jatropha plantation is not under implementation since 2010-11 as Research Work has been undertaken to develop authentic data on state wise acreage/availability of land under different category of TBOs cultivation in addition to identification of elite planting material of TBOs, seed resources assessment, developing suitable package of practices, developing high yielding varieties with better quality of reliable seed source.
# Programme not implemented by the organization.
POULTRY FARMS 22nd May, 2012
LSQ 7444
SMT. MANEKA SANJAY GANDHI
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Union Government has issued guidelines to the State Governments on maintenance of hygienic and sanitary conditions by the poultry farms in the country; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the Union Government has any mechanism to take action against the poultry farms who violate these guidelines; (d) if so, the details thereof; and (e) the action taken against unhygienic and unsanitary poultry farms during each of the last three years. State- wise?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE, & FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES) (DR.CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) to (e) Preservation, protection and improvement of the stock and prevention of the animal diseases are listed in the Constitution as State subject and these also cover poultry. Therefore, State governments take appropriate action on status of hygiene & sanitation at poultry farms. The Union Government has no direct mechanism to assess the status of hygiene and sanitation of poultry farms in the country. However, Government of India issued general guidelines to the State Governments on biosecurity measures to be taken in case of Notifiable Avian Influenza in February, 2006. These have further been revised and incorporated in the Action Plan of Animal Husbandry for Preparedness, Control and Containment of Avian Influenza (November,2006).
PREMIUM FOR CROP INSURANCE 22nd May, 2012
LSQ 7473
SHRI NARAYAN SINGH AMLABE
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the farmers producing citric fruits such as orange, mausabi etc. are eligible for crop insurance; (b) if so, whether the Union Government as well as the State Governments also provide certain share of the premium to the farmers who are beneficiaries of this scheme; and (c) if so, the details of the premium share provided by the Union and the State Governments during the last three years and the current year, State-wise?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. Horticultural crops including all citric fruits such as orange, mausambi etc. are covered under ongoing Pilot Weather Based Crop Insurance Scheme (WBCIS). Subsidy up to 50% of premium is provided to all farmers for insuring annual horticulture/commercial crops, which is shared equally by the Central and State Governments.
(c): Details of premium share provided by the Government of India and concerned State Governments for citrus fruits under WBCIS is given below:
Government of Year State India Share (Rs.) State Share (Rs.) 2009-10 Haryana 1,07,968 1,07,968 2010-11 Andhra Pradesh 17,46,286 17,46,286 Haryana 13,50,388 13,50,388 2011-12 Andhra Pradesh 12,31,629 12,31,629 Rajasthan 2,813 2,813 Maharashtra 3,20,40,162 6,40,80,324# # Provided additional 25% subsidy.
WEATHER BASED CROPS INSURANCE 22nd May, 2012
LSQ 7474
SHRI RAM SINGH KASWAN
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has established weather based equipments in Churu district of Rajasthan under the Weather Based Crop Insurance Scheme; (b) if so, the details thereof, location-wise; (c) whether it is true that the benefits of crop insurance is not reaching the farmers of these areas due to various reasons including wrong data provided by some of these faulty weather equipment; and (d) if so, the details thereof and the remedial measures taken by the Government to give benefits to the farmers affected due to faulty equipment?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Pilot Weather Based Crop Insurance Scheme (WBCIS) does not have provision to provide funds for investment to establish infrastructure of weather based equipments (stations). Weather Stations established by Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) and third party (private agencies) are being utilized for implementation of WBCIS. In Churu district adequate number of 17 weather stations have been established which consists of 16 weather stations of third party and 1 station of IMD. Location details are at Annexure. (c) & (d): The Scheme provides for the implementing States to notify the Reference Weather Station (RWS) for each notified Reference Unit Area (RUA). There is also a provision under the scheme to designate backup weather station for each RUA in case the notified RWS is unable to provide required data due to any reason during risk period which takes care of availability of data for the benefit of the farmers. Annexure
LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 7474 DATED 22-05-2012 Location-wise details of Weatherstations in Churu Districts, Raiasthan
Sr. No. Tehsil Name of Location
1. Churu Jasrasar
Indrapura
Churu (IMD)
2. Rajgarh Chainpura Bada
Rajgarh
i Neema
3. Ratangarh Gusainsar
Binadesar
4. SardarShahar Sardar Shahar
Hardesar
Seemla
Ghartisar
5. Sujangarh Gundusar
Harasar
Charla
6 Taranagar Redhi
Dhani Kumharan
All belong to NCMSL except Churu.
STUDY ON ORGANIC FARMING 22nd May 2012
LSQ 7480
SHRI UDAY SINGH SHRI O. S. MANIAN
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Union Government has received any proposals from the State Government of Tamil Nadu in regard to organic farming;
(b) if so, the details thereof alongwith the action taken by the Government in this regard;
(c) whether the Government has conducted any study to find out ways and means to promote organic farming in the country; and
(d) if so, the details and the outcome thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Under National Project on Organic Farming (NPOF) scheme, no proposal has been received from State Government of Tamil Nadu.
(c) & (d): Government had set up a Task Force in 2001 for promotion of organic farming in the country. Based on its recommendation, National Centre on Organic Farming and its six regional centres became operational during 2004. During 2008, Government constituted an “Expert Committee for Promotion of Organic Farming”. Based on its recommendation, quality control regime for various organic inputs and farmer group centric certification system “PGS-India” were introduced in National Project on Organic Farming scheme.
LOSSES DUE TO DROUGHT 22nd May, 2012
LSQ 7495
SHRI SURENDRA SINGH NAGAR SHRI NARAYAN SINGH AMLABE
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the loss of lives and crops suffered on account of drought in Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, district- wise during the last three years and the extent to which the crop production has been affected; and (b) the assistance provided by the Union Government to these States during the last three years and the current year?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): During the last three years, the Government of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh reported drought of varying magnitude only during 2009-10. As reported by State Governments, 58 districts were affected by drought with crop damage in 14.09 lakh hectare in Uttar Pradesh and 38 districts were affected by drought in Madhya Pradesh with crop damage in about 6.03 lakh hectares. (b): The Government of India approved Rs.515.05 crore to Uttar Pradesh and Rs.246.31 crore to Madhya Pradesh from National Calamity Contingency Fund (NCCF) for drought of 2009-10.
CULTIVATION OF INEDIBLE OILSEEDS FOR BIO FUEL 22nd May, 2012
LSQ 7506
SHRI GORAKH PRASAD JAISWAL SMT. RAMA DEVI
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas have been coordinating for the cultivation of inedible oilseeds for bio- fuel; and (b) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): No, Madam. However, National Oilseeds and Vegetable Oils Development (NOVOD) Board, a statutory body under the administrative control of Department of Agriculture & Cooperation, is implementing a Central Sector Scheme for cultivation of Tree Borne Oilseeds (TBOs) in the country which provide edible and inedible oils. The Board is not doing the work on bio-fuel. (b): Question does not arise.
CROP INSURANCE SCHEME 22nd May, 2012
LSQ 7522
SHRI P. C. MOHAN SHRI GOVIND PRASAD MISHRA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) Whether the Crop Insurance Scheme being implemented by the Government is a voluntary scheme; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) Whether any such cases have come into light wherein the premium of Crop Insurance Scheme is deducted compulsorily whenever farmers take loan from banks or cooperative institutions; (d) if so, the steps taken so far by the Government to inquire into such cases; and (e) the details of payments made to farmers under the Crop Insurance Scheme during each of the last three years, State-wise?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (d): Ongoing crop insurance schemes namely, National Agricultural Insurance Scheme (NAIS), Modified NAIS (MNAIS) and Weather Based Crop Insurance Scheme (WBCIS) are compulsory for the farmers who avail seasonal agricultural operational loans and voluntary for other farmers in the areas/crops notified by the State Government. As the scheme itself provides for compulsory coverage of loanee farmers, the question of inquiry does not arise.
(e): Details are at Annexure.
LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 7522 DATED 22-05-2012 Annexure State-wise details of payments to farmers (claims) under crop insurance schemes during the last three years (Rs. In lakh) Sl. No. States / Uts. 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12*
1 Andhra Pradesh 74907 78417 20268
2 Andeman & Nicobar 0 3 0
3 Arunachal Pradesh 0 0 0
4 Assam 398 76 0
5 Bihar 83700 54947 4027
6 Chandigarh 0 0 0
7 Chhatisgarh 12423 136 2728
8 Dadar & Nagar Haveli 0 0 0
9 Daman & Diu 0 0 0
10 Delhi 0 0 0
11 Goa 0 0 0
12 Gujarat 81147 7293 136
13 Haryana 433 1055 3150
14 Himachal Pradesh 1069 833 33
15 Jammu & Kashmir 44 12 0
16 Jharkhand 25701 9225 16
17 Karnataka 19996 5221 847
18 Kerala 227 370 50
19 Lakshdweep 0 0 0
20 Madhya Pradesh 8359 40325 32793
21 Maharashtra 38583 1863 2400
22 Manipur 223 11 62
23 Meghalaya 10 1 4
24 Mizoram 11 0 0
25 Nagaland 0 0 0
26 Orissa 6090 14351 1653
27 Pondicherry 3 9 0
28 Punjab 0 0 0
29 Rajasthan 159852 30855 31313
30 Sikkim 0 0 0
31 Tamilnadu 13123 24052 80
32 Tripura 0 0 0
33 Uttar Pradesh 17127 10991 2359
34 Uttarakhand 960 1343 113
35 West Bengal 3887 4409 388
Total 548274 285797 102421
AVAILABILITY OF WATER FOR AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES 22nd May, 2012
LSQ 7526
SHRI RANGASWAMY DHRUVANARAYANA
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether agricultural activities have come to a standstill and rearing of cattle has become tough without tank water; (b) if so, the detail thereof; and (c) the remedial steps taken by the Government in this regard?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE & FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) & (b): Due to limited availability of tank water and growing demand of water for agricultural activities and rearing of cattle, country is facing water stress, which may affect agricultural activities and also effect water availability for cattle in rural areas, especially in the summer season,
(c) In order to supplements the efforts made by the State Governments in conservation of water resources the Central Government is implementing various schemes namely, Repair Renovation and Restoration of water bodies being implement by Ministry of Water Resources; National Watershed Development Project for Rain fed Areas (NWDPRA); Soil Conservation in the catchments of River Valley Projects and Flood Prone River (RVP&FPR) and Watershed Development Project in Shifting Cultivation Areas (WDPSCA) being implemented by Ministry of Agriculture.
Besides above, constructions of farm ponds/tanks/water harvesting structure are also supported under all the major agriculture development programmes/schemes being implemented by Ministry of Agriculture namely, Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY), National Horticulture Mission (NHM), National Food Security Mission (NFSM), FSM, Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNESH) etc.
USE OF PESTICIDES 22nd May, 2012
LSQ 7540
Dr. Kirodilal Meena
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has taken note of the advice issued by the European countries in respect of import of agricultural produces from India on account of use of banned insecticides in excessive quantity; (b) if so, the reaction of the Government thereon; and (c) the steps taken by the Government to reduce the use of pesticides in the country?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): The European Union (EU) ensures compliances to its prescribed food safety norms within the EU member states and the third countries exporting fresh and processed food products to European Union markets. The European Union prescribes maximum residue limits of pesticides and also continuously upgrades their food safety standards to prevent health hazard. (b): Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has taken initiatives to ensure compliance of European Union food safety requirements in respect of products under its purview. (c): Government of India is promoting Integrated Pest Management (IPM) through Farmers Field Schools focusing on safe, judicious and need based use of approved pesticides and other pest management practices.
NATIONAL PROJECT FOR CATTLE AND BUFFALOW BREEDING 22nd May, 2012
LSQ 7573
Shri Sambandam Keerapalayam Alagiri
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has recently reviewed the functioning of the National Project for Cattle and Buffalow Breeding in the country; (b) if so, the outcome thereof; (c) the deficiencies identified in the functioning of the said project and the remedial steps taken thereon; and (d) the details of the achievements made under the project for bringing out improved breeds by various research centres in the country during each of the last three years?
THE MINISTER OF THE STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) to (c) The National Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding was evaluated by an independent agency (NABARD Consultancy Services - NABCONS) in 12 States, which had substantially completed implementation of Phase-I. Details of the bindings of the evaluating agency are at Annexure-I. Phase-ll of the project was initiated in December 2006 taking into account the recommendations of the evaluating agency. Phase-ll of the project has been evaluated by NABCONS in 11 States and evaluating agency is finalizing evaluation report. (d) The details of the achievements made under the scheme during each of the least three years is given at Annexure-II. Annexure-l Statement referred to in reply to part (a) to (c) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 7553 for 22.5.2012 Major findings of the evaluating agency (NABARD) on implementation of National Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding Phase-!: i) There should not be any break in the release of funds as most of the activities are sequential in nature; ii) state implementing agencies constituted under the project are not viable through collection of Al fees, as full cost recovery is yet to be introduced especially in view of free service provision in most of the States; iii) most of the semen stations which were established between 1970's and 1980's donot have bull sheds and equipments as per MSP (as most of the States have converted liquid semen collection centre into frozen semen bull stations) thus, affecting the quality of semen production and finally the breeding programme; iv) private Al workers established under the project are not viable in the three months time, during which tapering grant is provided at present. Thus long term performance linked assistance as tapering grant may be provided to the private Al workers to ensure their viability;
v) sourcing and use of quality breeding bulls need emphasis and for this there must be identification of some agencies to take up bull production programme; vi) supplementation of the fund flow for NPCBB must be enhanced through pooling of resources available in multi- disciplinary schemes with a livestock component; vii) mechanism for monitoring of focal points (Al centres, sperm stations, farms and breeding programmes) must be strengthened to ensure timely monitoring and action for removal of deficiencies; and viii) establishment of a Central Monitoring Cell for the certification of semen, semen stations and Al bulls so as to ensure quality of breeding inputs.
Annexure-ll
Statement referred to in reply to part (d) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 7553 for 22.5.2012
Details of the targets set and achievements made under the Project by bringing out genetic upgradation in bovine population by various States/Livestock Development Boards in the country during each of the last three years.
QuantifiableDeliverable 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
Target Achievemen Target Achieveme Target Achieveme s ts s nts s nts
(i). Establishment of mobile Al units 8700 8900 9000 9600 9200 9826
(ii). Strengtheningof Semen stations 18 20 20 20 20 20
(iii). Establishment of frozen semenbanks 100 100 100 107 25 26
(iv). Establishment/strengthening of 20 20 20 20 20 20 training centres i
(v) No. of Semendoses produced 48 50.50 48 54 52 63 (in miltion)/annum
(vi).No. ofAlcarried out 44 50.05 46 52 51 54 (inmillion)/annum
(vii). No. of animalsbrought 50 50 50 50 50 59 underconservationprogramme/annum (inthousand)
(viii). No. ofimproved calvesborn through 13.50 14.0 15.00 14 15 16 Al (inmillion)/annum
(ix). No. of progenytested 15 15 15 15 15 15 bullsproduced/annum
(x). No. of 200 200 200 200 200 200 progeny tested bulls used forbreeding/a nnum
DROUGHT RELIEF 14th August, 2012
LSQ *62
Shri E. T. Mohammed Basheer Shri Raosaheb Patil Danve
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether several States/UTs are facing drought and/or drought like conditions due to failure of monsoon this season;
(b) if so, the details thereof, State/UT‐wise;
(c) whether Central teams have been deputed to assess the drought situation in these States/UTs; and
(d) if so, the details of their report and the financial assistance provided to these States/UTs by the Union Government so far?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (d): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (d) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 62 DUE FOR REPLY ON 14TH AUGUST, 2012.
(a) to (d): As per report of India Meteorological Department, as on 12th August 2012, overall rainfall deficit for the country as a whole was 16%. Out of 36 Met Sub‐Divisions in the country, 15 received deficient rainfall (‐20% to ‐ 59%) and 3 received scanty rainfall (‐60% to ‐99%). Details of Met Sub Division wise rainfall are at Annexure‐I.
Against average area of 105.70 million hectare under kharif cultivation in the entire country, 85.4 million hectare is normally sown by 8th August. This year 80.2 million hectare has been covered under various crops by 8th August. Statewise details indicating increase/decrease in area coverage vis‐a‐vis area normally covered upto this date are at Annexure‐II.
Central teams are deputed to visit States to assess the situation and recommend assistance under National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) after States declare drought and submit detailed memoranda to the Central Government. So far, Karnataka and Rajasthan have declared drought in 142 out of 176 talukas and in 5 out of 33 districts in the States respectively. Both the States have submitted memoranda seeking central assistance. Central Teams have been constituted to visit the States and assess the situation.
Government of India has proactively taken some decisions including introduction of diesel subsidy scheme, enhancement of seed subsidy, up‐scaling the central sector scheme on feed & fodder, waiver of import duty on oil cakes, release of interim assistance under calamity component of National Rural Drinking Water Programme (NRDWP), release of funds under NRDWP and Integrated Watershed Management Programme etc. and would render required assistance to all States as may be necessary to mitigate the effects of deficiency in rainfall.
Annexure‐I
LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO.62 FOR 14.08.2012
SUBDIVISION‐WISE RAINFALL DISTRIBUTION
S. METEOROLOGICAL DAY : 12.08.12 TO 12.08.12 PERIOD: 01.06.12 TO NO. SUBDIVISIONS 12.08.2012 ACTUAL NORMAL % DEP. CAT. ACTUAL NORMAL % DEP. CAT. EAST & NORTH EAST INDIA 10.8 12.7 ‐15% 808.2 925.6 ‐13% 1 ARUNACHAL PRADESH 2.3 12.6 ‐82% S 1067.8 1164.2 ‐8% N ASSAM & 2 MEGHALAYA 11.1 15.6 ‐29% D 1198.8 1215.6 ‐1% N 3 N M M T 20.6 12.2 69% E 660.3 977.2 ‐32% D 4 SHWB & SIKKIM 14.6 16.9 ‐14% N 1375.1 1290.8 7% N GANGETIC WEST 5 BENGAL 16.7 11 52% E 564.8 705.9 ‐20% D 6 JHARKHAND 10.9 10.2 7% N 563.7 667.9 ‐16% N 7 BIHAR 5.2 11.8 ‐56% D 473.4 624.8 ‐24% D NORTH WEST INDIA 9.2 8.5 8% 267.9 382 ‐30% 1 EAST U.P. 5.5 12.9 ‐57% D 444.2 527.3 ‐16% N 2 WEST U.P. 7.2 11.6 ‐38% D 309.4 454.2 ‐32% D 3 UTTARAKHAND 12.9 15.9 ‐19% N 644.2 780.3 ‐17% N 4 HAR. CHD & DELHI 8.8 6.9 28% E 99.6 284.4 ‐65% S 5 PUNJAB 0.4 5.4 ‐93% S 98.1 310.6 ‐68% S 6 HIMACHAL PRADESH 2.4 11.3 ‐79% S 327.2 532.2 ‐39% D 7 JAMMU & KASHMIR 3.9 7.2 ‐46% D 249 348.4 ‐29% D 8 WEST RAJASTHAN 9 3.5 157% E 80 169 ‐53% D 9 EAST RAJASTHAN 26.7 8.5 214% E 300.1 382.6 ‐22% D CENTRAL INDIA 11.4 9.8 16% 557.9 618.3 ‐10% 1 ORISSA 12.1 12 1% N 669.3 695.3 ‐4% N WEST MADHYA 2 PRADESH 22.2 8.6 158% E 633.3 527.8 20% E EAST MADHYA 3 PRADESH 7.5 10.5 ‐29% D 664.5 640.2 4% N 4 GUJARAT REGION 20.3 9.1 123% E 266.6 590.1 ‐55% D SAURASHTRA & 5 KUTCH 0.2 6 ‐97% S 59.2 330.7 ‐82% S 6 KONKAN & GOA 23.5 31.3 ‐25% D 1894 2164.9 ‐13% N MADHYA 7 MAHARASHTRA 8.9 6.4 39% E 375.3 473 ‐21% D 8 MARATHWADA 0.9 5.8 ‐84% S 252.1 400.1 ‐37% D 9 VIDARBHA 6.6 7.9 ‐16% N 590.6 612.8 ‐4% N 10 CHHATTISGARH 11.3 12.4 ‐9% N 760.2 718 6% N SOUTH PENINSULA 8.1 6.7 22% 376.5 451.3 ‐17% 1 A & N ISLAND 19.5 16.5 18% N 840.9 1001.5 ‐16% N COASTAL ANDHRA 2 PRADESH 7.2 6.7 7% N 364.9 321.8 13% N 3 TELANGANA 6.5 9 ‐28% D 470.3 461.3 2% N 4 RAYALASEEMA 0.7 3.1 ‐77% S 181.4 199 ‐9% N TAMILNADU & 5 PONDICHERRY 2.5 2.6 ‐4% N 99.5 141 ‐29% D 6 COASTAL KARNATAKA 66.9 31.2 114% E 2179.4 2380.2 ‐8% N 7 N. I. KARNATAKA 2.7 4 ‐33% D 192.5 287.9 ‐33% D 8 S. I. KARNATAKA 8.6 5.5 56% E 303.1 428.8 ‐29% D 9 KERALA 26.6 14.2 87% E 990.1 1565.5 ‐37% D 10 LAKSHADWEEP 34 7.9 330% E 653.9 703.8 ‐7% N COUNTRY AS A WHOLE 10.0 9.2 8% 473.0 561.8 ‐16%
CATEGORYWISE NO. OF SUBDIVISIONS & % AREA OF THE COUNTRY
CATEGORY DAY: 12.08.2012 TO 12.08.2012 PERIOD 01.06.2012 TO 12.08.2012 NO. OF % AREA OF NO. OF % AREA OF SUBDIVISIONS COUNTRY SUBDIVISIONS COUNTRY EXCESS 12 32% 1 5%
NORMAL 9 24% 17 41% DEFICIENT 9 31% 15 48% SCANTY 6 12% 3 6%
Annexure‐II
State wise increase / decrease in area cove rage of kharif crops vis‐a‐vis normal area (As on 08.08.2012)
Area in Lakh Ha State Rice Coarse Cereal Pulses Oilseeds Sugarcane Cotton All‐Crops Andhra Pradesh ‐1 ‐0.4 ‐1 ‐2.2 0 6.4 1.6 Arunachal Pradesh 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Assam 0.8 0 0 0 0.1 0 1 Bihar 0.8 0.5 0 0 0.7 0 2 Chhattisgarh 0.2 ‐0.2 ‐0.3 0.2 0 0 ‐0.1 Goa 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Gujarat ‐0.4 ‐3.4 ‐2.3 ‐7.8 0.3 ‐2.6 ‐16.2 Haryana ‐0.5 ‐3.4 0.1 0 0.2 0.8 ‐2.7 Himachal Pradesh 0 0.1 0.1 0 0 0 0.1 J&K 0.3 0.3 0.1 0 0 0 0.7 Jharkhand 1 0.2 1.1 0 0 0 2.3 Karnataka ‐1.9 ‐8.2 ‐2.5 ‐4.6 ‐0.1 0.1 ‐17.1 Kerala 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Madhya Pradesh 1 ‐0.7 ‐0.5 6.6 0.2 ‐0.6 5.9 Maharashtra ‐0.5 ‐4.7 ‐2.4 3.4 0.4 4.1 0.2 Manipur 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Meghalaya 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mizoram 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Nagaland 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Orissa ‐3.6 ‐0.1 ‐0.1 0 0.2 0.4 ‐3.2 Punjab 0.7 ‐0.2 0 ‐0.1 0.1 ‐0.4 0.1 Rajasthan 0 ‐18.4 ‐10.8 1.7 0 1 ‐26.5 Sikkim 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Tamil Nadu ‐0.8 ‐0.1 ‐0.5 ‐0.5 0.6 0 ‐1.3 Tripura 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Uttar Pradesh ‐0.2 ‐2 0.9 1.6 3.5 0.1 3.9 Uttarakhand ‐0.1 0 0.2 0 0 0 0.2 West Bengal ‐4.3 ‐0.1 0.1 0 0.1 0 ‐3.9 Puducherry 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Others 0.1 0.5 ‐0.6 0 0.1 0 0.1 All‐India ‐8.2 ‐40.4 ‐18.3 ‐1.6 6.2 9.3 ‐52.8
SUSTAINABLE LIVESTOCK POLICY 14th August, 2012
LSQ * 77
Shri Kotla Jaya Surya Prakash Reddy
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government has initiated a study to formulate a strategy to fight the adverse impact of climate change on the livestock population in the country; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the veterinary and animal scientists had discussed this issue by involving several Non‐Governmental Organisations (NGOs); (d) if so, the outcome thereof; and (e) the steps taken/proposed to be taken by the Government to evolve a sustainable livestock policy in the country?
THE MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PA WAR)
(a) to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) to (e) OF THE LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION No.77 TO BE ANSWERED ON 14 AUGUST, 2012.
(a) to (e): The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has initiated studies including following projects to develop baseline information on various productive and reproductive, physiological parameters and performance traits of various livestock species in the context of impact of climate change on the livestock population; (i) Network Project on `Impact adaptation and vulnerability assessment of Indian agriculture to climate change`. (ii) National Initiative on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) (iii) Network Project on adaptation and facilitation of Indian livestock to impending climatic changes through shelter management. The veterinary and animal scientists of ICAR have not discussed this issue with the NGOs. Taking into account the fact that the livestock sector is one of the important sources of livelihood, the National Policy for Farmers, 2007 provides for various steps for sustainable development of the livestock sector, which include conservation of animal genetic resources, adoption of frontier technologies like bio‐technology for improving productivity in a sustainable manner and promotion of crop‐livestock mixed farming systems. Central Government supplements and complements the efforts of State Governments through various schemes and programmes for conservation and improvement of indigenous breeds to preserve biodiversity and to enhance productivity, for increasing availability of feed and fodder through sustainable land use and recycling of crop residues and by‐products, and also for enhancing productivity of the livestock sector. The Government has also launched the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture with components like development of crop‐livestock to cope with biotic and abiotic stress levels, development of integrated farming systems to suit specific location needs and change in dietary practices of livestock to curb methane emission etc.
USE OF ORGANIC FERTILISERS 14th August, 2012
LSQ 691
Smt. Annu Tandon
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether Union Government is considering to incentivise the use of organic fertilisers based on natural products like neem, tulsi and other plants so that large scale use of pesticides and insecticides could be minimised; (b) if so, the details thereof; and (c) the steps taken by the Government in this regard?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (c): Government is already providing incentives on organic fertilizers under the following scheme:‐ (i) Under National Project on Organic Farming (NPOF), financial assistance and encouragement of production and use of organic inputs through Capital Investment Subsidy for setting up of Fruits and Vegetables Wastes / Agro‐ Wastes Compost Production Units is provided through NABARD in the form of credit‐linked back ended subsidy @ 33% of total financial outlay or Rs.60.00 lakh, whichever is less.
(ii) Under National Horticulture Mission (NHM) financial assistance is provided for setting up vermin‐compost units @ 50% of the cost subject to a maximum of Rs.30,000/‐ per beneficiary.
Use of bio‐pesticides based on natural products like Neem, Tulsi and other plants are also being encourage under Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
DISTRIBUTION OF BT. BRINJAL SEEDS 14th March, 2012
LSQ 704
Shri Sathyanarayana Sarvey
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Union Government has a scheme to distribute Bt. Brinjal seeds to the farmers; (b) if so, the details thereof, State‐wise; and (c) the extent to which the scheme is likely to be beneficial to the farmers?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): No, Madam. (b) & (c): In view of (a) above, question does not arise.
REHABILITATION OF ENDOSULFAN VICTIMS 14th August, 2012
LSQ 706
Shri K. P. Dhanapalan
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Union Government has received any proposal from the State Government of Kerala to rehabilitate the endosulfan victims of the State; (b) if so, the details thereof; and (c) the action taken by the Government thereon?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (c): Steps taken by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, for relief and rehabilitation of Endosulfan victims in Kerala are as follows:‐
(i) A committee was constituted which visited the affected villages of Kerala and inter alia recommended regular monitoring to collect water, soil, human/animal blood samples and development of family focused community centered rehabilitation training programme. (ii) All activities proposed by the State Government in the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) Plan for Kasargod district have been approved. (iii) The State Government was requested to consider taking up some additional activities in Kasargod district out of a cushion of Rs.4.49 crore available in the resource envelop of Kerala for 2011‐12. (iv) Based on the proposal from State Government for the year 2012‐13, Rs.5.6 crores have been approved under NRHM for rehabilitation of Endosulfan victims.
AGRICULTURE INFORMATION SYSTEM 14th August, 2012
LSQ 723
Shri Devji Mansingram Patel
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government has set up Agriculture Information Centres in various States including Rajasthan for making the agriculture information system accessible to all; (b) if so, the details thereof, State‐wise; and
(c) the financial assistance provided by the Union Government to various State Governments during the last three years and the current year?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): No, Madam. However, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has established 44 Agricultural Technology Information Centres(ATICs) in 28 Agricultural Universities and 16 ICAR Institutes in the country. Out of these, 3 ATICs are located in Rajasthan at Udaipur, Bikaner and Jodhpur. The ICAR has also created a network of 630 Krishi Vigyan Kendra in the country to facilitate farmers’ access to agricultural technology generated by National Agricultural Research System (NARS).
The Department of Agriculture & Cooperation is implementing Kisan Call Centre(KCC) programme under which Agriculture related information is provided to the farmers in 22 regional languages through a countrywide common toll free number 1800‐180‐1551 covering all the States and Union‐territory of India. The KCCs established at 13 locations in the country operate from 6.00 AM to 10.00 PM on all 365 days in a year. The Kisan Call Centre located in Jaipur (Rajasthan) caters to all the farmers of Rajasthan and Delhi States.
(b): State‐wise details of Agricultural Technology Information Centres (ATICs) and KCCs are given at Annexure‐I and II.
(c): Agricultural Information Technology Centers and Kisan Call Centers are not being funded through the states. Thus, no financial assistance has been provided to the State Governments by the Union Government during last three years and the current year for setting‐up of Agriculture Information Centres.
Annexure‐I
LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 723 FOR 14.08.2012
State/ Union Territory ‐Wise Number of Agricultural Technology Information Centres
S. No State/ UT Number of Location of ATICs ATICs 1 Andaman Central Agricultural Research Institute, Portblair and Nicobar Islands Andhra Acharya NG Ranga Agricultural University, Rajendranagar , 2 1 Pradesh Hyderabad 3. Assam 1 Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat 4. Bihar 1 Rajendra Agricultural University, Pusa, Samastipur 5. Chhattisgarh 1 Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur 6. Delhi 1 Indian Agricultural Research Institute IARI, Pusa 7. Gujarat 1 Saradarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University, Dantiwada 8. Haryana 2 1.National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal 2.Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar 9. Himachal 3 1.Central Potato Research Institute, Shimla. Pradesh 2.Dr Yashwant Rao Singh Parmar University of Horticulture & Forestry, Nauni, Solan . 3.CSK Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Palampur. 10 Jammu and 1 Sher‐E‐Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Kashmir Technology of Kashmir, Srinagar. 11 Jharkhand 1 Birsa Agricultural University , Ranchi. 12 Karnataka 3 1.Indian Institute Horticulture Research, Bangaluru. 2. University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad 3.University of Agriculture Sciences, Bangaluru 13 Kerala 5 1.Central Institute on Fisheries Technology , Cochin. 2.Indian Institute Spices Research, Calicut. 3.Central Plantation Crops Research Institutes , Kasargod. 4. Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute , Ernakulam. 5. Kerala Agricultural University,Thirssur. 14 Madhya 2 1.Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering , Bhopal. Pradesh 2. Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Jabalpur. Maharashtra 1. Central Institutes for Cotton Research, Nagpur. 2. Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola. 3. Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeth, Dapoli, 15 5 Ratnagiri. 4. Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri 5. Maharashtra, Marathwada Agricultural University, Parbhani. 16 Meghalaya 1 ICAR Research Complex for North East Hill Region, Barapani. 17 Odisha 2 1.Central Institute on Fresh Water Aquaculture, Bhubaneshwar. 2.Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology , Bhubneshwar 18 Punjab 1 Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. 19 Rajasthan 3 1.Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology , Udaipur .
2.Swami Keshwanand Rajasthan Agricultural University, Bikaner . 3.Central Arid Zone Research Institute , Jodhpur 20 Tamil Nadu 2 1.Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore. 2.Tamil Nadu Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Chennai 21 Uttar 4 1. Indian Institute of Vegetable Research, Varanasi. Pradesh 2. Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar, Bareilly. 3.Narandra Dev University of Agriculture and Technology Faizabad 4.Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur. 22 Uttarakhand 1 Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture & Technology , Pantnagar . 23 West Bengal 1 Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya, Mohanpur, Nadia. TOTAL 44
Annexure‐II Kisan Call Centre Locations and Languages
Sl No. Location States/ UTs Covered Language 1 Hyderabad Andhra Pradesh Telugu 2 Patna Bihar Hindi Jharkhand Hindi 3 Jaipur Delhi Hindi Rajasthan Hindi 4 Ahmedabad Gujarat Gujarati Dadra & Nagar Haveli Gujarati Daman & Diu Goan 5 Chandigarh Haryana Hindi/Haryanvi Punjab Punjabi Chandigarh Punjabi Himachal Pradesh Hindi 6 Jammu Jammu & Kashmir Dogri, Kashmiri, Ladakhi 7 Bangalore Karnataka Kannada Kerala Malayalam Lakshadweep Malayalam 8 Jabalpur Madhya Pradesh Hindi Chhattisgarh Hindi 9 Pune Maharashtra Marathi Goa Goan 10 Coimbatore Tamil Nadu Tamil Puducherry Tamil 11 Kanpur Uttar Pradesh Hindi Uttarakhand Hindi 12 Kolkata West Bengal, Bengali Orissa Oriya Andaman & Nicobar Tamil 13 Guwahati Arunachal Pradesh Adi
Assam Assamese Manipur Manipuri Meghalaya Khasi Mizoram Mizo Nagaland Nagamese Sikkim Sikkimese Tripura Bengali
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO NGOS 14th August, 2012
LSQ 725
Shri Harish Chaudhary
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether any financial assistance is provided to Non‐Governmental Organisations (NGOs) working in the agriculture sector in Rajasthan during the last three years; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) the details of work done by these NGOs; (d) whether the Government has reviewed the work of the said NGOs; and (e) if so, the details and the outcome thereof?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): Normally, assistance to NGOs working in the field of Agriculture is not provided directly by the Government of India in any State including Rajasthan. The States provide such assistance under some schemes and programmes at their level. A part of the activities and works under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) and Extension Reforms Scheme has been executed through some NGOs working in Rajasthan. Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) also is providing financial assistance to seven Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) being run in Rajasthan by NGOs. (b): Details of funds given to NGOs working in agriculture sector in Rajasthan in the last three years are as under:
Year Financial Assistance Provided (Rs. in lakh) Extension Reforms RKVY 2009‐10 163.45 506.63 2010‐11 121.42 644.48 2011‐12 202.66 950.67
Funds given to six KVKs run by ICAR in Rajasthan have been tabulated below:
S. No. Year Release (Rs. in lakh) 1 2009‐10 302.01 2 2010‐1 1676.45 3 2011‐12 590.85
(c): Nature of activities undertaken by NGOs under Modified Extension Reforms Scheme of Agriculture Sector are as under:‐
(i) Operationalization of Farm School. (ii) Farmers Training.
(iii) Farmer Exposure Visits. (iv) Formation of Farmers Interest Group (FIG) and their capacity building. (v) Field Day/ Kisan Goshti. (vi) Demonstrations. (vii) District level exhibition and farmer fairs.
The work done by NGOs under RKVY includes:
(i) Community water harvesting structures/ lift irrigation /check dams /Anicuts/ drip irrigation/ construction of tube‐well recharge structures.
(ii) Seed production programme.
(iii) Distribution of plant protection implements.
(iv) Training and extension activities for farmers on vegetable cultivation, water and soil management including soil testing, organic cultivation, weed management and pest control, diversified farming, crop insurance, storage and agricultural marketing.
(v) Kisan Mela, Fruit and vegetable Exhibitions, etc.
(d): Yes, Madam. Under RKVY, the Deputy Director (Agriculture) concerned monitors the work of NGOs in the District.Similarly, the Project Director (ATMA) concerned directly monitors the activities undertaken by NGOs under Extension Reforms Scheme. These works and activities are also reviewed by the respective District Level Committees headed by the District Collector. State level review also takes place. The officers of the Government of India also make field visits to some such works and activities during their tours to States.
(e): The outcomes include:
(i) Enhanced capacity building of farmers, resulting in improved work efficiency and technical knowledge.
(ii) Motivation of Farmers Interest Group (FIG) leading to agribusiness entrepreneurship.
(iii) Development of Water Harvesting Structures and Lift Irrigation Schemes leading to additional area under irrigation, which, in turn, helps in increased productivity and farm income.
(iv) Creation of awareness regarding Organic Farming, Integrated Nutrient Management, Integrated Pest Management, Diversified Farming etc.
(v) Introduction of Hi‐tech Horticultural/ Agricultural crops leading to increased farm income.
ADULTERATED PESTICIDES INSECTICIDES 14th August 2012
LSQ 779
Shri Ramkishun Dr. Mahendrasinh Pruthvisinh Chauhan Shri Narahari Mahato Shri Kaushalendra Kumar Kunwar Rewati Raman Singh
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government is aware that crops worth crores of rupees got ruined every year due to use of sub‐ standard and adulterated pesticides/insecticides;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether the Government has received complaints against the pesticides companies which are producing spurious pesticides and indulging in misbranding of pesticides;and
(d) if so, the action taken by the Government against these companies and to ensure that farmers get standard quality and good pesticides/insecticides?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (d): Based on specific information, raids conducted in 2011 by Central Insecticide Inspectors of Directorate of Plant Protection Quarantine and Storage in the premises of a few companies. Four samples of M/s. Crystal Phosphates Ltd. were found misbranded in terms of the provisions of the Insecticides Act, 1968. Samples of Carbofuran 3% CG, Carbendazim 12% + Mancozeb 63% WP and Tricontanol GR 0.05% of M/s. Crystal Phosphates Ltd were found misbranded.
The process for launching prosecution against the manufacturing firm as per the provisions of Insecticides Act, 1968 has already been initiated.
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION 14th August, 2012
LSQ 800
Shri Dinesh Chandra Yadav Shri Rajiv Ranjan (Lalan) Singh
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government has fixed any target for agricultural production in the country during 2012‐13; (b) if so, the details thereof, produce‐wise; (c) whether more than 40 per cent of the agricultural land is under irrigation in the country; (d) if so, the details thereof; (e) whether the production rate of irrigated land is better than the production rate in rainfed areas; and (f) if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. To enhance agricultural production and productivity of foodgrains and Commercial Crops in the country, Government of India fixed crop production targets for the year 2012‐13, in respect of foodgrains, sugarcane, cotton & oilseeds etc. The crop‐wise/ Season‐wise details are given at Annexure‐I. (c) & (d): Around 45 percent of the agricultural land is under irrigated condition in the country. State‐wise percent coverage of irrigated area under principal crops during the year 2008‐09 is given at Annexure‐II.
(e) & (f): The production rate (kg/ha) of the principal crops is comparatively higher in irrigated land than the rainfed land. This is primarily because of assured supply of water during the most critical stage of the Crops in the irrigated land, which leads to optimum realization of yield potential. However, in case of rainfed areas, the uneven distribution of rainfall leads to moisture stress during the important physiological phases of the crops. Consequently, optimum yield potential of the crops is not realized in the rainfed conditions. Further, other agricultural inputs such as high yielding varieties and fertilizers are also responsive in case of irrigated land due to assured and timely supply of water. Therefore, production in irrigated land is better that the rainfed areas.
Annexure‐I LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.800 FOR 14.08.2012
National Crop Production Targets for the year 2012‐13. (Million tonnes)
*Million Crop Season Production Target bales of 2012‐13 170 kg. Rice Kharif 90.00 each for Rabi 14.00 cotton Total 104.00 and 180 Wheat Rabi 88.00 kg. each Jowar Kharif 3.50 for Jute Rabi 3.50 & Mesta. Total 7.00 Bajra Kharif 10.00 Annexur Maize Kharif 17.00 e‐II Rabi 5.50 Total 22.50 State‐ Ragi Kharif 2.30 wise Small millets Kharif 0.70 Percent Barley Rabi 1.50 Coverage Total Coarse Cereals Kharif 33.50 of Rabi 10.50 Irrigated Total 44.00 Area Pulses Kharif 7.12 under Rabi 11.12 Principal Total 18.24 Crops during Total foodgrains Kharif 130.62 2008‐09 Rabi 123.62 * Total 254.24 Stat T Cotton* 35.00 es ot Jute* 11.20 al Mesta* 0.80 ar Total Jute & Mesta 12.00 e Sugarcane 352.00 a Oilseeds Kharif 22.00 u Rabi 11.50 n Total 33.50 d er al l
cr o p s And hra 4 Prad 8. esh 7 Arun acha l 2 Prad 0. esh 2 Assa 3. m 8 Biha 6 r** 1 Chh attis 2 garh 7 2 Goa 2 Guja 4 rat 5. ** 6 8 Hary 5. ana 3 Him acha l Prad 1 esh 9. ** 7 4 1. J & K 4 Jhar kha 9. nd 7 Karn 3 atak 1. a 9 Kera 1 la 7 Mad hya 3 Prad 2. esh 5 Mah aras 1 htra 9
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Odis 3 ha 5 9 Punj 7. ab 6 Raja 3 stha 4. n 7 Sikki 9. m** 1 Tam il 5 Nad 8. u 3 Trip 3 ura* 5. * 4 Utta 4 rakh 7. and 9 Utta r 7 Prad 6. esh 4 Wes t 5 Ben 6. gal 2 All 4 Indi 5. a 3 ## The figures related to area are either estimated based on the data for the latest available year received from the State/UT or are estimated/taken from Agriculture Census.
COMPENSATION FOR DAMAGE TO CROPS 14th August, 2012
LSQ 806
Shri Subhash Bapurao Wankhede Shri Sanjay Shamrao Dhotre
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Union Government has formulated any scheme in coordination with the State Governments to provide compensation to farmers for damage to their crops; and (b) if so, the details and the criteria thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): To protect the yield losses to standing crops of the farmers due to non‐preventable causes including natural calamities and adverse weather conditions, Ministry of Agricultural has been implementing 4 schemes namely (1) National Agricultural Insurance Scheme (NAIS); (2) Modified National Agricultural Insurance Scheme(MNAIS); (3) Pilot Weather Based Crop Insurance Scheme (WBCIS) and (4) Coconut Palm Insurance Scheme (CPIS). The details of these Schemes are annexed.
LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.806 FOR 14.08.2012
1. National Agricultural Insurance Scheme (NAIS)
With a view to provide insurance coverage and financial support to the farmers in the event of failure of any of the notified crop in the notified areas as a result of natural calamities, pests and diseases; to encourage the farmers to adopt progressive farming practices, high value in-puts and higher technology in agriculture and to stabilize farm incomes, particularly in disaster years, National Agricultural Insurance Scheme (NAIS) was introduced in the country from Rabi 1999-2000 season in place of erstwhile Comprehensive Crop Insurance Scheme (CCIS). The scheme is available to all the farmers loanee and non-loanee - irrespective of their size of holding. Loanee farmers are covered on compulsory basis in a notified area for notified crops whereas for non-loanee farmers scheme is voluntary.
The Scheme envisages coverage of all the food crops (cereals, millets and pulses), oilseeds and annual commercial/horticultural crops, in respect of which past yield data is available for adequate number of years. The premium rates are ranging between 1.5% and 3.5% per cent (of sum insured) for food and oilseed crops (for normal sum insured and indemnity level). In the case of commercial/horticultural crops and higher sum insured & indemnity than that of normal, actuarial rates are being charged. Under the scheme, at present, 10% subsidy in premium is available to small & marginal farmers.
It is a yield guarantee scheme operating on "Area approach" basis. The implementing States/UTs can notify any unit area of insurance Le. block, mandal, tehsil, circle, phirka, gram panchayat etc. keeping in view the availability of past yield data and capacity of the State to undertake requisite number of Crop Cutting Experiments (CCEs). The State Government/UT Administration is required to notify areas/crops well in advance of the each crop season and issue the necessary notification/instructions to all financial institutions provide past yield data and also conduct the required number of Crop Cutting Experiments (CCEs) in each notified areas for assessment of crop loss.
If the actual average yield per hectare of the insured crop for the defined area (on the basis of requisite number of Crop Cutting Experiments) in the insured season, falls short of specified Threshold yield, all the insured farmers growing that crop in the defined area are deemed to have suffered shortfall in their yield and the scheme provides coverage against such contingency.
2. Modified National Agricultural Insurance Scheme (MNAIS):
To improve further and make the scheme easier & more farmer friendly, a Joint Group was constituted under the
Chairmanship of Additional Secretary in the Department of Agriculture & Cooperation to study the improvements required in the existing crop insurance schemes. Based on the recommendations of the Joint Group and views/comments of various stake-holders, Modified National Agricultural Insurance Scheme (MNAIS) was approved by Government of India for implementation on pilot basis in 50 districts during the remaining period of 11th five year plan from Rabi 2010-11 season. The salient features of MNAIS are - actuarial premium with subsidy in premium ranging- upto 75% to all farmers, only upfront premium subsidy is shared by the Central and State Governments on 50 : 50 basis and all claims liability would be on the insurance companies, unit area of insurance reduced to Village/Village Panchayat level for major crops, indemnity for prevented sowing/planting risk & for post harvest losses due to cyclone (coastal areas), on account payment up to 25% advance of likely claims as immediate relief, more proficient basis for calculation of threshold yield, minimum indemnity level of 70% instead of 60%, scheme is available to all the farmers - loanee and non-loanee-irrespective of their size of holding, loanee fanners are covered on compulsory basis in a notified area for notified crops whereas for non-loanee fanners scheme is voluntary as in NAIS, uniform seasonality disciplines both for loanee & non-loanee farmers, participation of private sector insurers for creation of competitive environment for crop insurance.
3. Pilot Weather Based Crop Insurance Scheme (WBCIS)
The efforts have been made to bring more fanners under the fold of Crop Insurance by introducing a Pilot Weather Based Crop Insurance Scheme (WBCIS) as announced in the Union Budget 2007, in selected areas from kharif 2007 season. WBCIS is intended to provide insurance protection to the farmers against adverse weather incidence, such as deficit and excess rainfall, high or low temperature, humidity etc. which are deemed to impact adversely the crop production. It has the advantage to settle the claims within shortest possible time. The WBCIS is based on actuarial rates of premium but to make the scheme attractive, premium actually charged from fanners have been restricted to at par with NAIS. Under the scheme of WBCIS subsidy ranging up to 50% is available to all farmers.
4. Coconut Palm Insurance Scheme (CPIS)
The Coconut Palm Insurance Scheme (CPIS) has also been approved for implementation on pilot basis from years 2009-10 in the selected areas of Andhra Pradesh, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, Orissa, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. The Sum Insured (SI) is based on the average input cost of the plantation and the age of the specific plant. The SI varies from Rs. 600 per palm (in the age group of 4-15 years) to Rs. 1150 per palm (in the age group of 16-60 years). The premium rate per palm ranges from Rs. 4.25 (in the age group of 4 to 15 years) to Rs. 5.75 (in the age group of 16 to 60 years). Fifty per cent of premium is contributed by GOI; 25% by the concerned State Govt. and the remaining 25% by the farmer, For carrying out implementation of the above schemes excluding CPIS, funds are provided by the Central and the concerned State Governments on equal basis and 50:25 for CPIS.
BT. COTTON CULTIVATION 14th August 2012
LSQ 820
Shri Khagen Das
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government is aware that Bt. cotton cultivation is responsible for significant increase in the use of pesticides resulting in increasing toxicity of the soil;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the corrective measures taken/being taken by the Government in this regard?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): There are a limited number of studies on the impact of genetically modified crops on soil microbial activities. There is also no evidence of transfer of transgenes to native soil microorganisms occurring in the soil. On the other hand, studies conducted by Central Institute for Cotton Research (CICR), Nagpur and Indian Institute of Soil Science (IISR), Bhopal have not detected any reduction in soil microbial activities, even as compared to non‐Bt cotton cropping system.
(c) Does not arise.
PROMOTION OF HORTICULTURE 14th August, 2012
LSQ 833
Shri P. Karunakaran Shri Harischandra Deoram Chavan
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) the percentage of horticultural land in the country, State‐wise; (b) whether the Union Government has launched any schemes for promoting horticulture in various States including the North‐Eastern States; (c) if so, the details thereof, State‐wise; (d) whether financial and other assistance have been provided by the Union Government for sprinkler irrigation facility, marketing facility, setting up of cold storages, access to latest research in horticulture and provision of subsidy to the farmers for taking up horticulture; and (e) if so, the funds allocated by the Union Government to each State during the last three years and the current year, Statewise?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): As per information available, a statement on state‐wise percentage of land under horticulture is enclosed at Annexure‐I. (b) & (c): In order to promote horticulture, the Government has launched two Centrally Sponsored Schemes viz. National Horticulture Mission (NHM) and Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States(HMNEH) and one Central Sector Scheme namely National Horticulture Board (NHB). NHM is being implemented in 380 districts of 18 States and 3 Union Territories of Puducherry, Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep. HMNEH is being implemented in 8 States of North East and Himalayan States of Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. The mission’s objectives are to provide holistic growth of horticulture sector through area based regionally differentiated cluster approach. The interventions under the schemes are from production to post harvest management and marketing of horticulture crops. NHB aims at development of hi‐tech commercial horticulture and modern post harvest managemen infrastructure etc. Details are also available on NHM website www.nhm.nic.in, HMNEH`s website www.tmnehs.gov.in and NHB`s website www.nhb.gov.in.
(d) & (e): Yes, Madam. For sprinkler irrigation assistance is provided through the National Mission on Micro Irrigation (NMMI) scheme. For market infrastructure, cold storages technology demonstration and∙ dissemination, assistance is available from HMNEH and NHM. NHB schemes also provide credit‐linked back‐ended subsidy for cold storages. State‐wise statement showing. funds allocated during last three years and current year under NHM, HMNEH, NHB and NMMI are enclosed at Annexure‐II, III and IV respectively. The schemes of NHB are demand‐ driven and there is no state‐wise budgetary allocation.
Annezure ‐1 Statement with reference to para (a) of Unstarred Question No. 833 State wise Percentage of land under Horticulture (2009‐10) Area in 000’ha. S. No Name of States % Area under horticulture 1 Andhra Pradesh 12.00 2 Arunachal Padesh 21.18 3 Assam 15.22 4 Bihar 17.29 5 Chhattisgarh 8.99 6 Goa 50,66 7 Gujarat 8.32 8 Haryana 9.51 9 Himachal Pradesh 36.94 10 Jammu & Kashmir 36.89 11 Jharkahnd 5.87 12 Karnataka 13.74 13 Kerala 72.98 14 Madhya Pradesh 3.45 15 Maharashtra 10.99 16 Manipur 28.04 17 Meghalaya 10.17 18 Mizoram 16.60 19 Nagaland 7.38 20 Orissa 18.89 21 Punjab 6.48 22 Rajasthan 3.72 23 Sikkim 68.98 24 Tamil Nadu 15.49 25 Tripura 26.97 26 Uttarakhand 19.31 27 Uttar Pradesh 8.23 28 West Bengal 29.55 29 Andaman & Nicobar 127.86 30 Chandigarh 10.00 31 Dadra and Nagar Haveli 11.67 32 Daman & Diu 5.00 33 Delhi 78.49 34 Lakshadweep 100.00 35 Puducherry 27.33 Total 11.44 Source: Land use statistics at a glance 2000‐2001 to 2009‐10 and Indian Horticulture Database, 2010 Statement with reference to Para (e) of Unstarred Question No. 833 NHM allocation (2009‐13)
S. No State Allocation 2009‐10 2010 ‐ 11 2011‐12 2012‐13 1 Andhra Pradesh 134.06 105.19 105.40 116.45 2 Bihar 38.25 38.25 34.00 46.75 3 Chattisgarh 69.90 97.75 93.50 106.25 4 Goa 3.36 4.25 2.98 3.40
5 Gujarat 63.00 62.90 76.50 106.25 6 Haryana 85.48 68.85 80.75 90.95 7 Jharkhand 47.66 42.50 51.00 63.75 8 Karnataka 112.20 112.20 106.25 119.00 9 Kerala 47.41 71.30 65.45 72.25 10 Madhya Pradesh 68.00 85.00 72.25 55.25 11 Maharashtra 163.48 127.50 127.50 136.00 12 Orissa 65.20 55.25 53.55 68.00 13 Punjab 38.54 42.50 46.75 62.90 14 Rajasthan 59.79 59.50 59.50 80.75 15 Tamil Nadu 102.00 11.0.50 123.25 68.00 16 Uttar Pradesh 114.77 106.25 102.00 59.50 17 West Bengal 36.27 44.10 42.50 38.25 18 Delhi 2.87 *0.00 *0.00 2.57 19 Lakshadweep 2.64 1.36 *0.00 *0.00 20 A & N Islands 4.35 4.00 4.00 *0.00 1.07 21 Puducherry 1.13 0.84 1.28
* Proposals for Annual Action Plan not received
ANNEXURE – III
HMNEH allocation (2009‐13)
S. No State Allocation 2009‐10 2010 ‐ 11 2011‐12 2012‐13 1 Arunachal Pradesh 28.50 26.84 43.63 44.00 2 Assam 39.00 29.95 25.00 30.00 3 Manipur 30.50 39.51 46.50 44.00 4 Meghalaya 30.00 26.75 34.44 35.00 5 Mizoram 35.00 38.90 39.85 42.00 6 Nagaland 39.50 44.00 45.55 43.00 7 Sikkim 37.50 24.55 42.50 43.00 8 Tripura 30.00 26.20 39.50 44.00 9 Jammu & Kashmir 17.00 30.00 33.57 35.00 10 Himachal Pradesh 17.00 15.00 35.31 30.00 11 Uttarakhand 17.00 29.00 30.00 30.00
NHB allocation (2009‐13) Rs. In Crore Year Allocation 2009‐10 125.00 2010 ‐11 125.00 2011 ‐12 150.00 2012 ‐ 13 175.00
NMMI allocation (2009‐13)
Rs. in crore States Allocation
2009‐10 2010‐11 2011‐12 2012‐13
Andhra Pradesh 168.32 240.00 252.20 295.00 Bihar 0.00 0.00 6.00 70.00 Chhattisgarh 34.50 25.00 20.0Q 40.00 Goa 0.12 1.00 0.50 0.39 Gujarat 146.56 120.00 130.95 190.00 Haryana 5.78 15.00 17.00 32.00 Jharkhand 0.00 10.00 10.00 25.00 Karnataka 143.70 130.00 92.15 150.00 Kerala 1.48 2.00 2.00 3.00
Madhya Pradesh 51.15 75.00 90.00 100.00 Maharashtra 173.55 225.00 232.80 250.00 Orissa 9.48 15.00 9.00 12.00 Punjab 10.01 15.00 16.00 20.00 Rajasthan 64.94 120.00 130.95 150.00 Tamil Nadu 25.26 70.00 75.00 90.00 . Uttar Pradesh 0.00 10.00 10.00 15.61 West Bengal 0.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 Himalayan States* ‐ 20.00 5.50 10.00 North Eastern States* ‐ 10.00 20.00 40.00
# NMMI scheme introduced in North Eastern & Himalayan States in 2010‐11 SUICIDE BY FARMERS 14th August 2012
LSQ 852
Smt. Sumitra Mahajan Shri N. Chaluvaraya Swamy Shri Vishwa Mohan Kumar Shri Dinesh Chandra Yadav Shri Anant Kumar Dattatreya Hegde Shri Gopinath Pandurang Munde Shri Nalin Kumar Kateel Shri Hamdullah Sayeed Shri Rangaswamy Dhruvanarayana
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether several cases of farmers` suicide have been reported in various parts of the country during the current year;
(b) if so, the details thereof, State‐wise along with the reasons for such suicides;
(c) whether the Government is contemplating to launch any scheme to prevent farmers` suicide in the country;
(d) if so, the details thereof, and if not, the reasons therefor; and
(e) the details of alternative measures taken by the Government to arrest the cases of farmers` suicide and to release special packages for non‐irrigated areas?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): During the current year (2012‐13), cases of suicide by farmers due to agrarian reasons have been reported to date in Andhra Pradesh (33) and Maharashtra (118) during 2012 and in Karnataka (01), by respective State Governments. Reasons of suicide by farmers, as reported by State Governments, are manifold which, inter‐ alia, include indebtedness, crop failure, drought, socio‐economic and personal.
(c) to (e): In 2006, Government of India approved Rehabilitation Package for 31 identified districts in the country comprising Andhra Pradesh (16), Karnataka (6), Kerala (3) and Maharashtra (6), which included both immediate and medium‐term measures to be implemented over a period of 3 years. Time limit for implementation of non‐ credit components of the package was extended by 2 years and implementation period of the package ended on 30.09.2011. An amount of`19998.85 crore has been released under this package, as on 30.09. 2011.
Government also approved package for development of Kuttanad Wetland Eco‐System and package for Mitigation of Agrarian Distress in Idukki district in Kerala, which are under various stages of implementation.
Other measures taken by Government to prevent suicide by farmers, revitalize agriculture sector and improve conditions of farmers on sustainable basis include :
(i) Implementation of Agricultural Debt Waiver and Debt Relief Scheme, 2008, which benefitted about 3.69 crore farmers, involving debt waiver/relief of rs 65,318.33 crore, as per provisional figures.
(ii) Increasing credit flow to agriculture sector to rs 476550 crore (provisional), as of March, 2012, and setting target of rs 575000 crore for 2012‐13.
(iii) Providing Kisan Credit Card (KCC) to all eligible and willing farmers in time bound manner to facilitate flow of credit to farmers and increase financial inclusion. Up to March 2012, 11.34 crore KCC have been issued.
(iv) Providing interest rate subvention for timely repayment of crop loan up to rs 3 lakh, whereby effective rate of interest for such farmers who repay their crop loan on time has come down to 4% per annum.
(v) The benefit of pre‐harvest interest rate subvention is now available also to small & marginal farmers having KCC for further period of up to six months post‐harvest on same rate as for crop loan against negotiable warehouse receipt for keeping their produce in warehouse.
(vi) Announcement of Minimum Support Price (MSP) for identified agricultural commodities every year to ensure remunerative price and increase farmers’ income. MSP of major agricultural commodities has been increased significantly in recent years.
Moreover, public investment in agriculture sector has been stepped up through implementation of various schemes such as Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana, National Food Security Mission, National Horticulture Mission, National Mission on Micro‐ Irrigation, Watershed Management, Soil Health & Fertility Management etc.
During 2012‐13, `300 crore has been allocated under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana for Vidarbha Intensified Irrigation Development Programme, which seeks to bring in more farming areas under protective irrigation.
Also, in view of deficient rainfall situation during Kharif‐2012, Government has announced financial assistance under various schemes and other measures for affected States, including enhancement of ceiling on seeds subsidy in respect of cereals, pulses, oilseeds and coarse cereals.
CONTINGENCY PLAN TO FIGHT DROUGHT CONDITION 14th August 2012
LSQ 875
Shri Brijbhushan Sharan Singh Shri E. T. Mohammed Basheer Dr. Bhola Singh Shri Raosaheb Patil Danve Shri N.S.V. Chitthan Shri Uday Singh Shri K. Sugumar Shri Dilip Kumar Mansukhlal Gandhi Shri C. Rajendran Shri Baliram Sukur Jadhav Shri Neeraj Shekhar Shri Marotrao Sainuji Kowase Shri Hari Manjhi Shri Ramkishun Shri Chandre D.B. Gowda Shri Ramesh Vishwanath Katti Shri Basudeb Acharia Shri Anand Prakash Paranjpe Shri Narayan Singh Amlabe Prof. Sk. Saidul Haque Shri Asaduddin Owaisi Shri Baidyanath Prasad Mahto Shri Abdul Rahman Shri Baijayant "Jay" Panda Shri Eknath Mahadeo Gaikwad Shri Yashvir Singh Dr. Sanjay Jaiswal Shri Kaushalendra Kumar Shri Bhaskarrao Bapurao Patil Shri Ravindra Kumar Pandey Shri Anto Antony Shri Anantha Venkatarami Reddy Shri Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi Shri Arjun Charan Sethi Shri S. Pakkirappa Shri Shripad Yesso Naik Shri Thirumavalan Shri Shivkumar Chanabasappa Udasi Shri Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury
Shri Rayapati Sambasiva Rao Smt. Kamla Devi Patle Shri Ram Singh Kaswan Smt. Shruti Choudhry Shri Ponnam Prabhakar Shri Rajaiah Siricilla
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government has formulated a contingency plan to overcome the situation created by severe drought conditions in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) the impact of drought on Kharif crop, fodder, livestock, drinking water etc.;
(d) whether the Union Government proposes to create an exclusive drought relief fund to assist the State Governments in combating the drought;
(e) if so, the details thereof; and
(f) the time by which such a fund is likely to be created?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Ministry of Agriculture has prepared District Contingency Plans for 320 districts which have been uploaded in the website of Department of Agriculture & Cooperation. States have been advised to prepare location specific alternatives based on these Plans in consultation with respective State Agricultural Universities and arrange seeds of alternante crops/varieties to implement such plans.
(c): Due to deficient rainfall during South‐West monsoon 2012, total Kharif area sown is 802.09 lakh hectares as against the normal of 854.86 lakh hectares as on 08.08.2012. There has been shortage of green and dry fodder, which is further aggravated due to deficient rainfall in several States. Ministry of Drinking Water & Sanitation has reported that States namely Maharashtra, Karnataka and Rajasthan are witnessing scarcity of drinking water. The details of number of districts and talukas/villages are as under:
State Districts Talukas/villages Number of habitations affected affected supplied through tankers
Maharashtra 15 209 Talukas 8314
Karnataka 24 123 Talukas 988
Rajasthan 11 3739 villages 3314
(d) to (f): Government of India has created State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF)/National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) to mitigate hardships due to natural calamities including drought. There is ready availability of funds with State Governments under SDRF to take immediate relief measures. Government of India supplements efforts of State Governments with financial assistance and logistic support. Government of India and State Governments contribute to SDRF in ratio of 3:1 for 17 General Category States and 9:1 in case of 11 Special Category States covering North‐Eastern States including Sikkim and 3 hill States of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Jammu & Kashmir.
Additional financial assistance, over and above SDRF, is considered from NDRF for natural calamities of severe nature and is approved on basis of memorandum of State Government in accordance with established procedure and extant norms. Allocation for SDRF/NDRF is made on the basis of recommendations of the 13th Finance Commission.
CONSTRUCTION OF WATERSHEDS 14th August, 2013
LSQ 880
Shri Chandrakant Bhaurao Khaire
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Union Government has formulated a comprehensive scheme for construction of watersheds in the country including Maharashtra;
(b) if so, the details thereof, State‐wise;
(c) the number of watersheds sanctioned/constructed under the River Valley Project in Maharashtra so far and in other States separately;
(d) the total amount sanctioned under the scheme during each of the last three years and the current year;
(e) whether the small agriculture watersheds are not being properly utilised;
(f) if so, the details thereof along with the reasons therefor; and
(g) the steps taken by the Government to ensure the proper utilisation of small watersheds?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (d): Yes, Madam. Government of India, Ministry of Agriculture is implementing Centrally Sponsored Programme of Soil Conservation in the Catchments of River Valley Project and Flood Prone River (RVP & FPR) on watershed basis through Macro Management of Agriculture Scheme for prevention of soil erosion, land degradation and to improve productivity of agricultural land across the country including Maharashtra.
Under RVP & FPR, watersheds in the range of 1000 to 5000 hectare (micro watersheds) are selected for development on a project basis spread over a period of four to seven years. State‐wise numbers of watersheds sanctioned, amount of funds utilised during each of last three years (2009‐10 to 2011‐12) and funds allocated for current year are Annexed.
(e) to (g): Does not arise.
Annexure LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.880 FOR 14.08.2012 Statewise details watersheds sanctioned ( Saturated & Ongoing) and funds utlized in last three years ( 2009‐10, to 2011‐12) and allocation during current year under Centrally Sponsored Programme of Soil Conservation in
Catchment of River Valley Project and Flood Prone River (RVP & FPR) Rs. in Lakh
No. of No. of Utilization of Funds ongoing watershed Funds Allocated S.No. State watershed saturated 2009∙10 2010‐11 2011‐12 during 2012∙13 (during upto 2011∙12 2012‐13)
1 Andhra Pradesh 201 17 722.03 738.61 965.32 952.28 2 Arunachal Pradesh 1 23 184.19 568.51 673.44 300.00 3 Assam 7 6 143.56 153.84 22.22 172.00 4 Bihar 38 2 36.84 50.00 18.95 0.00 5 Chattisgargh 98 1 305.80 156.64 79.02 90.00 6 Gujarat 76 43 1025.01 2111.11 1271.04 719.00 7 Haryana 52 9 302.88 692.24 537.78 852.53 8 Himachal Pradesh 259 55 751.08 751.68 582.76 760.00 9 Jharkhand 293 27 51.51 103.67 202.10 77.66 10 Jammu & Kashmir 179 18 2337.54 463.35 456.01 800.00 11 Karnataka 302 106 1250.00 1250.00 1125.00 1000.00 12 Kerala 30 4 129.24 150.70 101.73 185.50 13 Madhya Pradesh 362 71 2694:54 3283.02 1911.20 1869.67 14 Maharashtra 159 81 2456.91 3287.40 949.77 525.00 15 Manipur 3 16 453.00 500.00 344.50 290.00 16 Meghalaya 0 10 127.46 50.00 50.00 0.00 17 Mizoram 10 23 350.00 750.00 535.00 250.00 18 Nagaland 2 2 300.00 436.16 344.50 299.00 19 Odisha 213 14 229.30 294.02 65.72 120.31 20 Punjab 10 4 0.36 63.00 0.00 0.00 21 Rajasthan 450 95 3322.98 3538.32 2805.17 3200.00 22 Sikkim 8 3 245.00 118.40 155.25 176.00 23 Tamil Nadu 182 91 1487.51 1681.18 1235.78 1200.00 24 Tripura 9 4 61.47 153.10 21.42 23.25 25 Uttar Pradesh 617 96 2270.00 2100.00 2007.25 1500.00 26 Uttarakhand 170 29 400.00 385.90 350.00 420.72 27 West Bengal 299 0 418.11 627.81 583.77 0.00 TOTAL 4030 850 22056.32 24458.66 17394.70 15782.92
GREEN REVOLUTION IN EASTERN AREAS
14th August 2012
LSQ 913
Smt. Jyoti Dhurve
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government has launched ‘Bringing Green Revolution in Eastern India (BGREI)’ Programme during the year 2010‐11;
(b) if so, the details and the outcome thereof;
(c) whether the Government proposes to launch Schemes on the lines of BGREI in other parts of the country in order to increase agricultural production thereby controlling the food inflation;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) if not, the reasons therefor?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. In order to address the constraints limiting the productivity of rice based cropping systems in eastern India, the Government launched a programme namely `Bringing Green Revolution in Eastern India (BGREI)`‐a sub scheme of Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) during the year 2010‐11 in seven States viz. Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Odisha, Eastern Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. The focused interventions under the programme through cluster demonstrations on improved technologies for different agro‐ecological conditions of States are the integral part of the programme for reducing the yield gap. The production of rice increased substantially during 2011‐12 over the previous years in majority of the States except Assam, Chhattisgarh and Odisha. The maximum increase was recorded in Jharkhand followed by Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal.
(c) to (e): For the inclusive growth and increasing food production and thereby controlling food inflation, several crop based programmes like National Food Security Mission (NFSM), Macro Management Mode of Agriculture (MMA), Integrated Scheme of Oilseeds, Pulses, Oil palm & Maize (ISOPOM), Initiative for Nutritional Security through Intensive Millets Promotion (INSIMP) ‐ a sub scheme of Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) are implemented in the country. Besides, Government of India is also implementing Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) in the country to enhance investment in agriculture sector by the States so as to rejuvenate agricultural sector and achieve 4% annual growth. NATIONAL HORTICULTURE MISSION 21st August, 2012
LSQ *130
Shri Ambica Banerjee Shri Harischandra Deoram Chavan
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) the aims and objectives of the National Horticulture Mission (NHM);
(b) whether the Government has recently reviewed the functioning of the National Horticulture Mission in the country;
(c) if so, the outcome thereof;
(d) the deficiencies identified during the review;
(e) the corrective measures taken by the Government in this regard and to boost horticultural production in the country; and
(f) the funds sanctioned and released to various States/UTs during the last year under the Mission?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (f): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (f) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 130 DUE FOR REPLY ON 21ST AUGUST, 2012.
(a) (a): National Horticulture Mission (NHM) has the following major objectives:
(b) Provide holistic growth of horticulture sector through area based regionally differentiated strategies, which include research, technology promotion, extension, post harvest management, processing and marketing, in consonance with comparative advantage of each State/region and its diverse agro‐climatic features;
(c) Enhance horticulture production, improve nutritional security and income support to farm households;
(d) Establish convergence and synergy among on‐going and plan programmes, for horticulture development;
(e) Promote, develop and disseminate technologies for horticulture development, through seamless blending of traditional wisdom and modern scientific knowledge;
(f) Create employment generation opportunities for skilled and unskilled persons, especially unemployed youth.
(g) to (e): As provided in the NHM guidelines, regular review and monitoring of the scheme is carried out by the General Council (GC) and Executive Committee (EC) of NHM. A Quick Analytical Study of NHM has been conducted by Agricultural Finance Corporation Limited during July, 2012. The report has found that there has been a substantial increase in the area, production and productivity of horticultural crops on account of the implementation of NHM. The report has also highlighted areas of concern related to adequacy of quality planting material, productivity, post harvest management practices and marketing infrastructure. In the Annual Action Plan (2012‐13) of States and UTs, thrust has been provided to accreditation of existing nurseries, strengthening of public nurseries, development of new nurseries in private sector, rejuvenation of existing orchards, protected cultivation, creation of post harvest management infrastructure and markets.
(f): State‐wise details of funds sanctioned and released under NHM during 2011‐12 are given at the Statement at Annexure.
Annexure Funds Sanctioned and released (2011‐ 2012) Rs. in Crore S.No. State Sanction Release Andhra Pradesh 105.40 92.70
Bihar 34.00 20.00 Chhattisgarh 93.50 85.00 Goa 2.98 2.00 Gujarat 95.95 92.78 Haryana 80.75 76.23 Jharkhand 51.00 42.16 Karnataka 111.00 99.71 Kerala 65.45 53.45 Madhya Pradesh 72.25 55.00 Maharashtra 127.50 93.75 Orissa 53.55 46.73 Punjab 46.75 46.74 Rajasthan 59.50 40.00 Tamil Nadu 123.25 62.00 Uttar Pradesh 102.00 51.00 West Bengal 42.50 25.50 Delhi *0.00 0.00 Lakshadweep *0.00 0.00 A & N Islands 4.00 3.00 Puducherry 1.28 0.64 *Annual Action Plan not received.
INTENSIVE DAIRY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME 21st August, 2012
LSQ *142
Shri Khiladi Lal Bairwa
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether there exists a mismatch between the approved outlay and the amount released for various projects under the Intensive Dairy Development Programme (IDDP);
(b) if so, the details thereof during each of the last three years and the current year, State‐wise;
(c) the reasons therefor; and
(d) the corrective action taken in the matter?
MINISTER FOR AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (d): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PART (a) TO (d) OF THE LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO.142 FOR 21.08.2012 REGARDING INTENSIVE DAIRY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
(a) to (d) Projects under Intensive Dairy Development Programme (IDDP) cover activities like setting up of village level dairy cooperative societies, milk production and procurement, milk processing and marketing etc. and are
sanctioned for implementation over a period of three to five years. The approved outlay for each project is spread over the duration of the project implementation period and funds are released in instalments based on approved outlay, utilization of funds previously released to the implementing agencies and the physical, financial progress achieved with reference to the approved targets. Reasons for mismatch between approved outlay and actual amount released for some projects include slow pace of implementation of projects by the implementing agencies, deviation from sanctioned project plan and inadequate budget provision. Implementation of the projects is monitored in the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying & Fisheries and necessary corrective action to expedite the implementation of project is initiated. The details of project‐wise approved outlays and funds released during each of the last three years and the current year, state‐wise is annexed.
Anexure to Lok Sabha Starred Questloln No 142 due for answer on 21.08,2012,
Statement showing project wise approved outlay, year of sanction, amount released during last 3 years & current year and total amount released under 'Intensive Dairy Development Programme' scheme (as on 16.08.2012)
(Rs. In lakh) S. Name of State/ Year of Approved Total No Project sanction outlays 2009‐10 2010‐11 2011‐12 2012‐13 amount Fund Fund Fund Fund released Released. Released Released Released (Cumulative) 1 Daman & 1995‐96 239.41 221.91 Nicobar ©
2 ANDHRA 1995‐98 447.32 447.32 PRADESH‐ 1 (C ) ANDHRA 2000‐01 934.28 0.00 121.64 ‐ 934.28 PRADESH‐ II (C ) ANDHRA 2006‐07 557.96 100.00 50.00 519.16 PRADESH‐ 111 ANDHRA 2006‐07 218.00 PRADESHfSuicide Pront 1939.56 2116.76 3 ARUNACHAL 1993‐94 472.70 472.70 PRADESH‐I (C) ARUNACHAL 2009‐10 749.03 148.30 148.30 PRADESH‐II 1221.73 621.00 4 ASSAM‐I 1994‐95 1260.76 909.51 ASSAM‐II 2004‐05 588.35 185.87 ASSAM‐HI 2011‐12 598.69 160.00 160.00 2447.80 1255.38 5 BIHAR ‐1 (C) 1994‐95 158.81 0.00 158.60 BIHAR‐1!(C) 1995‐96 344.5C 0.00 344.50 BIHAR ‐ 1997‐98 67.25 0.00 67.25 III(KAIMUR) BIHAR ‐ IV (C ) 1997‐98 66.30 66.30 BIHAR‐V(G) 2000‐01 333.33 0.00 333.33 BIHAR‐VI 2001‐02 279.78 228.67
1249.77 1198.65 6 JHARKHAND {C) 1995‐96 364.50 364.50 JHARKHAND ‐II 2005‐06 294.29 19.76 294.29 JHARKHAND ‐III 2010‐11 279.91 25.00 25.00 938.70 683.79
7 GUJARAT [C) 1993‐94 600.00 0.00 €00.00
8 GOA 2009‐10 259.46 90.51 80.27 78.02 248.80
9 HARYANA (C ) 1995‐96 203.75 203.75 HARVANA‐II 2005‐06 1453.83 300.00 1257.67 HARYANA‐lll 2006‐07 823.22 200.00 275.08 823.22 HARYANA‐IV 2006‐07 287.38 18.66 100.00 222.03 2768.18 2506.67 10 HIMACHAL 1997‐98 805.95 805.95 PRADESH‐I (C) HIMACHAL 2004‐05 899.12 250.00 109.9 899.12 PRADESH‐II (C) HIMACHAL 2010‐11 867.72 39.9 227.8 599.84 867.72 PRADESH‐HI HIMACHAL 2011‐12 295.14 90.9‐ 90.9< PRADESH‐1V 2867.93 2663.73 11 JAMMU & 1995‐96 664.69 250.0 664.69 KASHMIR ‐ JAMMU JAMMU & 1995‐96 575.57 • 220.0 575.57 KASHMIR ‐ KASHMIR 1240.26 1240.26 12 KERALA (C) 2004‐05 288.15 288.15 KERAU‐II (C) 2005‐06 287.07 38.2 287.07 . KERALA‐III (C) 2005‐06 1390.48 200.0 150.3 1390.48 KERALA‐iV 2011‐12 1550.93 477.5 477.53 KERALA (Suicide 2006‐07. ' 40.00 Prone) 3516.63 2483.23 13 KARNATAKA‐I 2011‐12 236.50 124.3 124.30 14 KARNATAKA 2006‐07 72.00 (Suicide Prone) 236.50 196.30 15 MADHYA 1993‐94 494.06 494.06 PRADESH‐ l&ll (C} MADHYA 1995‐96 475.28 475.28 PRADESH‐ IV (C ) MADHYA 2005‐06 223.89 192.44
PRADESH‐V MADHYA 2005‐06 420.58 361.77 PRADESH‐VI MADHYA 2006‐07 1422.09 41O.( 743.27 PRADESH‐ VII MADHYA 2011‐12 765.72 356.34 356.; PRADESH‐ VIII
S. Name of Year of Approved Total No State/ Project sanction outlays 2009‐10 2010‐11 2011‐12 Fund 2012‐13 amount Fund Fund Released Fund released Released. Released Released (Cumulative) 3806.62 2683.16 15 2HATTISGARH‐I 1993‐94 287.00 287.00 (C \ 2HATT1SGARH‐1I 2001‐02 700.63 264.20 CHATTISGARH‐ 2001‐02 849.16 305.00 UI SHATTISGARH‐ 2011‐12 1031.61 267.25 267.25 IV 2868.40 1123.45 16 MAHARASHTRA 1995‐96 1985.24 . 1985,23 ‐ KC) MAHARASHTRA 1997‐98 1941.55 1941.55 ‐ II { C) MAHARASHTRA ‐ 2005‐06 1000.30 350.00 929.30 111 MAHARASHTRA 2006‐07 72.00 (Suicide Prone) 4927.09 4928.08 17 MANIPUR (C) 1993‐94 224.10 224.10 MANIPUR ‐II 2006‐07 1023.23 175.00 200.00 263.62 1023.23 fC) MANIPUR ‐IH 2011‐12 553.36 109.44 109.44 1800.69 1356.77 18 MEGHALAYA‐1 1994‐95 141.29 0.00 141.29 (C) MEGHALAYA‐11 2000‐01 472.52 438.92 613.81 580.21 19 MIZORAM ‐1 1993‐94 367,99 367.98 (C) MIZORAM ‐ II (C 1995‐96 349.19 349.19 ) MIZORAM ‐ III 2001‐02 199,41 199.41 (C ) MIZORAM‐IV 2004‐05 254.98 254.98 (C) MIZORAM‐V ( C> 2006‐07 264.34 50.00 54.34 264.34 1435.91 ' 1435.91
20 NAGALAND‐1 (C 1993‐94 668.22 0.00 668.22 ) NAGALAND ‐ II 1998‐99 347.49 347.49 (C ) NAGALAND‐III 2004‐05 597.30 70.80 597.30 (C) NAGALAND‐1V 2010‐11 479.10 120.00 149.80 269.80 2092.11 1882‐81 21 ORISSA ‐1 (C ) 1993‐94 631.00 0.00 631.00 ORISSA ‐ II (C ) 1994‐95 443.21 0.00 443.21 ORISSA‐III (C) 1998‐99 621.84 621.84 ORISSA.‐ IV (C) 2000‐01 784.53 0.00 784.53 ORISSA‐V(C) 2005‐06 556.16 30.00 32.22 556.16 ORISSA‐VI 2005‐06 563.97 40.00 87.44 563.97 ORISSA‐VII 2008‐09 702.13 159.50 364.33 ORISSA‐VIII 2009‐10 730.00 110,5 270.01 380.58 ORISSA‐IX 2010‐11 599.71 120.00 120.00 ORISSA‐X 2011‐12 1056.24 332.74 332.74 ' 6688.79 4798.36 22 RAJASTHAN 2004‐05 590.50 162.4 ‐ 590.50 RAJASTHAN‐II 2005‐06 290.00 112.02 RAJASTHAN‐lll 2005‐08 864.10 400.0 200.00 794.41 RAJASTHAN‐IV 2007‐08 862.74 200.0 500.64 2607.34 1997.57 23 SIKKIM ‐ l&ll (C 1993‐94 678.47 678.47 ) SIKKIM‐111 (C) 2000‐01 368.16 368.16 SIKKIM ‐ IV 2003‐04 1007.43 1007.43 SIKKIM ‐ V 2008‐09 274.45 129.7 34,24 42.8S 274.45 2328.51 2328.51 24 TAMIL NADU‐I 1995‐96 336.63 336.63 (C ) TAMILNADU‐II 2004‐05 312.15 56.4 287.59 TAMILNADU‐lll 2006‐07 554.06 82.9 66.61 554.06 TAMILNADU‐IV 2006‐07 291.77 75.0 65.0 101.94 291.77 TAMILNADU‐V 2007‐08 867.62 200.0 200.0 200.0C 725.00 TAMILNADU‐VI 2011‐12 599.65 189.88 2961.88 2384.93 25 TRIPURA‐I(C) 1993‐94 30.4.90 304.90 TRIPURA‐ll(C) 1994‐95 319.51 319.51 TRIPURA‐ 2006‐07 295.14 26.1 18.5J i . 295.14 IIKC} 919.55 . 919.55 26 UTTAR PRADESH 1993‐94 1242.89 1242.89 ‐ 1,11 &I1I (C ) UTTAR 2000‐01 703.61 77.8 679.46 PRADESH‐ IV (Revised outlay)
27 UTTAR 2001‐02 1231.32 PRADESH‐V UTTAR 2003‐04 290,54 24.59 665.35 PRADESH‐VI 3468.36 231.69 28 UTTRAKHAND‐I 2002‐03 1911.18 2819.39 (C) UTTRAKHAND‐II 2004‐ 532.75 50.00 50.26 1911.18 05. UTTRAKHAND‐III 2011‐12 1502.69 222222223.82 532.75 3946.62 223.82 29 WEST BENGAL‐ i 1994‐95 498.88 2667.75 (C_) WEST BENGAL ‐ 1998‐99 140.83 498.88 II (C ) WEST BENGAL‐ 2004‐05 126.04 55.86 28.17 140.83 III WEST BENGAL ‐ 2011‐12 879.02 . 145.66 126.04 IV 145.66 TOTAL 61636.38 3163.59 2439.44 5059.99 748.92 48794.34
PROMOTION OF PISCICULTURE 21st August, 2012
LSQ 1387
Shri Devji Mansingram Patel
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government has any scheme to give incentive to promote pisciculture in the reservoirs in the country including Rajasthan;
(b) if so, the details thereof, State‐wise; and
(c) the number of reservoirs selected under this scheme including Rajasthan?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR.CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a)to (c) The Centrally Sponsored Scheme‐HDevelopment of Inland Fisheries and Aquaculture` provides assistance for development of reservoir fisheries. The Scheme of National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB) also has a component on Reservoir Fisheries Development. All States including Rajasthan are eligible for assistance under these Schemes. Besides, under National Mission for Protein Supplements (NMPS), dedicated funds for development of reservoir in States have been earmarked. During 2012‐13, a sum of Rs. 334 lakh has been allocated to Rajasthan for development of reservoir fisheries under NMPS.
FUNDS TO GUJARAT
21st August, 2012
LSQ 1390
Smt. Darshana Vikram Jardosh
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Union Government has released the remaining funds under the Centrally Sponsored Schemes for Animal Husbandry and Feed and Fodder Development to Gujarat during each of the last two years; and
(b) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE, AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a)to(b); The Union Government has released funds under Centrally Sponsored Schemes for Animal Husbandry, including the Feed and Fodder Development Scheme, to Gujarat during each of the last two years. The information is placed at Annexure‐I
Annexure‐I
LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 1390 DATED 21.08.2012
Releases to the State of Gujarat hi last two years under the Centrally Sponsored Schemes for Animal Husbandry including the Feed and Fodder Development Scheme (Rs. In Lakhs)
S. No. Name of the Schemes 2010‐11 2011‐12 1 livestock Health & Disease Control (i)Assistance to 563.70 States for Control of Animal Diseases (ii) Foot 8c Mouth 215.00 417.50 Disease Control Programme (iii) Professional 15.00 ‐ Efficency Development (iv) National Project on 16.00 30.00 Rinderpest Eradication (v) National Animal 5.00 ‐ Disease Reporting System (NADRS) (vi) National Control ‐ ‐ Programme of Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR) (vii) Establishment of 85.40 Veterinary Hospitals and Dispensaries (viii) National Control 137.70 ‐ Programme on
Brucellosis 2 National Project for 1000.00 700.00 Cattle and Buffalo Breeding 3 Poultry Development ‐ ‐ 5 Conservation of 32.25 40.00 Threatened Livestock Breeds 5 Centrally Sponsored 550.00 1368.43 Fodder & Feed Development Scheme 6 Livestock Insurance 200.00 ‐ 7 Preparedness, Control ‐ ‐ & Containment of Avian Influenza (PCCAI) 8 Integrated 43.31 ‐ Development of Small Ruminants & Rabbit Total 2863.36 2555.93
MICRO‐IRRIGATION SYSTEM 21st August, 2012
LSQ 1401
Shri Ravneet Singh Shri Rayapati Sambasiva Rao
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether it is a fact that the micro‐irrigation systems are highly water saving as also enhancing farm productivity and income;
(b) if so, whether the Government is considering wide spread use of this system through extension services, cost reduction of equipment involved through sponsored R&D and spread of technologies through institutional support system;
(c) (c): whether the country has potential to bring 70 million hectare land under micro irrigation;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the steps taken / proposed to be taken by the Government in this direction during the XII th Plan period, State wise?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): Yes, Madam.
(b): The Centrally Sponsored Scheme on Micro Irrigation (MI) was launched by the Government in 2005‐06. It was upgraded to Mission Mode in June, 2010. The three major components of this scheme are – (i) Area Coverage under Micro Irrigation; (ii) Transfer of Technology through Demonstration; and (iii) Human Resource Development through training, awareness programmes, exhibitions, publications and quality control.
(c) & (d): The Task Force on Micro Irrigation, set up under the chairmanship of the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, in its report submitted in January 2004, has estimated 69 million hectare potential area in the country under micro irrigation.
(e): National Mission on Micro Irrigation Scheme is being continued in the XIIth Five Year Plan with an outlay of Rs.1500.00 crore for 2012‐13. State wise allocation of funds for 2012‐13 is annexed.
ANNEXURE
Statement with reference to para (e) of Lok Sabha unstarred question No. 1401 for 21st August, 2012 regarding Micro Irrigation System . State‐wise allocation under National Mission on Micro Irrigation (NMMI) during 2012‐13
(Rs. in crore) S.No. State Allocation 1 Andhra Pradesh 295.00 2 Bihar 70.00 3 Chattisgarh 40.00 4 Goa 0,39 5 Gujarat 190.00 6 Haryana . 32.00 7 Jharkhand 25.00 8 Jamrau & Kashmir 4.00 9 Karnataka .150.00 10 Kerala . 3.00 11 Madhya Pradesh 100.00 12 Maharashtra 250.00 13 Orissa 12.00 14 Punjab 20.00 15 Rajasthan 150.00 16 Tamil Nadu 90.00 17 Uttar Pradesh 15.61 18 Uttrakhand 6.00 19 West Bengal 1.00 20 Arunachal Pradesh 4.00 21 Assam 4.00 22 Manipur 5.00 23 Meghalaya 4.00 24 Mizoram 6.00 25 Nagaland 4.00 26 Sikkim 8.00 27 Tripura 5.00
IMPROVEMENT IN MILCH CATTLE HEALTH AND BREED 21st August, 2012
LSQ 1405
Smt. Harsimrat Kaur Badal
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) the total number of milch and hybrid catties in the country, State‐wise;
(b) (b)the details of the schemes which the Government has implemented for improvement in their health and breed;
(c) the details of the diseases that affect overall health of these catties; and
(d) the steps taken by the Government to improve health of catties and increase their population?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (Dr. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) State wise number of crossbred milch cattle and indigenous milch cattle as per 18th Livestock Census (2007) is given in Annexure‐I.
(b) In order to effectively tackle the issue of livestock health, the Department is supplementing the activities of the state Governments by way of providing assistance through Centrally Sponsored Scheme `Livestock Health & Disease Control1 having the following components:
i. Assistance to States for Control of Animal Diseases (75:25),
ii. National Project on Rinderpest Eradication (100 %),
iii. Professional Efficiency Development (50:50 to States and 100 % to VCI)
iv. Foot and Mouth Disease Control Programme (100 %).
v. National Animal Disease Reporting System (100 %)
vi. National Control Programme on Peste des Petits Ruminants (100 %)
vii. Strengthening of existing hospitals/dispensaries (75:25 to Central: States except NE States, where the grants are 90:10).
viii. National Control Programme on Brucellosis (100 %)
For Genetic Upgradation of bovine population Department is implementing National Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding (NPCBB). The project also has focus on development and conservation of indigenous breeds.
(c) & (d) The prevalence of animal diseases such as Foot and Mouth Disease, Brucellosis, Haemorrhagic Septicemia, Anthrax, etc. adversely affects the animal health and productivity. In order to reduce morbidity and mortality in animals due to animal diseases, the Department is supplementing the activities of the State Governments for
prevention and control of animal diseases by way of providing assistance through Centrally Sponsored Scheme `Livestock Health & Disease Control` which is aimed at improving the health of animals and thus increase the productivity.
Under NPCBB assistance is provided to States for strengthening artificial insemination (Al) network, extension of Al coverage and procurement and distribution of bulls for natural service. This has led to improvement in genetic makeup of bovine population in the country.
Annexure‐I
Statement referred to in reply to part (a) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No 1405 due for answer on 21.08.2012
Table: State‐wise number of crossbred milch cattle and indigenous milch cattle (In thousand) SI. No. State/UT Crossbred Indigenous 1 Andhra Pradesh 828 2233 2 Arunachal Pradesh 6 90 3 Assam 153 2553 4 ' 3ihar 836 2990 5 Chhattisgarh 59 2360 6 Goa 8 16 7 Gujarat 525 2004 8 Haryana 268 340 9 . Himachai Pradesh 409 460 10 Jammu & Kashmir 678 592 11 Jharkhand 67 2147 12 Karnataka 1259 2656 13 Kerala 745 48 14 Madhya Pradesh 205 5995 15 Maharashtra 1623 3284 16 Manipur 24 74 17 ‐ . Meghalaya 17 276 18 Mizoram 4 8 19 Nagaland 79 60 20 Orissa 332 2377 21 Punjab 683 166 22 Rajasthan 397 4630 23 Sikkim 23 19 24 Tamil Nadu 3071 1240 25 Tripura 30 246 26 Uttar Pradesh 791 5537 27 Uttarakhand 157 605 28 West Bengal 1055 5004 29 A & N Island 5 10 30 Chandigarh 3 1 31 D & N Haveli 1 11 32 Daman & Diu 0 1 33 Delhi 25 28 34 Lakshadweep 1 1 35 Puducherry 39 2 Total 14407 48042
Note : Totals may not tally due to rounding up of figures.0 is less than thousand figure.
Source: Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics, 2012 Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairy & Fisheries, M/O Agriculture.
CROP DAMAGE DUE TO COLD 21st August, 2012
LSQ 1439
Shri Dharmendra Yadav Shri Shivaji Adhalrao Patil Shri Gajanan Dharmshi Babar Shri R. Thamaraiselvan Shri Anandrao Adsul
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether incidents of damage to crops due to extreme cold or frost have been reported in the country in the recent years;
(b) if so, the details thereof, State‐wise;
(c) whether the Government proposes to declare extreme cold or frost as natural calamity to provide financial relief from the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF);
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the time by which it is likely to come into effect?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Government of Madhya Pradesh had submitted a memorandum to Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India seeking central assistance on account of crop damage due to frost in the year 2010‐11. During March 2012, Government of Haryana had also reported crop damage due to cold wave/frost and sought central assistant.
(c) to (e): Government of India considered suggestions made by Madhya Pradesh and Haryana for inclusion of cold wave/frost which has now been included in the list of natural calamities eligible for assistance under State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF)/ National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF).
ORGANIC FARMING 21st August, 2012
LSQ 1534
Shri Parvatagouda Chandanagouda Gaddigoudar Shri Bhoopendra Singh Shri Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether of late several farmers in the country are switching over to organic farming from chemical based farming;
(b) if so, the extent thereof during each of the last three years and the current year, State‐wise;
(c) the details of the Centrally Sponsored Schemes launched by the Government for promotion of organic farming in the country; and
(d) the funds earmarked or allocated and utilised by the States during the current year for promoting organic farming, State‐wise?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): There is no report of any mass switch over to organic farming from chemical based farming but gradually farmers are switching over to organic farming.
(b): State‐wise area under organic farming for last 3 years is annexed.
(c): A Centrally Sector Scheme – National Project on Organic Farming (NPOF) launched in 2004‐05. The project, inter‐alia, provides financial assistance for setting up commercial organic inputs production units for nutrient mobilization and plant protection through Capital Investment Subsidy for fruit & vegetable waste/ agro‐waste compost production units, bio‐fertilizer, bio‐pesticides production units, development and implementation of quality control regime and technical support for organic and biological inputs, human resource development through trainings, capacity building for low cost alternative certification.
(d): Under National Project on Organic Farming (NPOF) scheme funding to the States has been discontinued since 2010.
ANNEXURE
Annexure of Unstarred question no. 1534 dated 21.08.2012 State‐wise area under Organic (including wild harvest) S.No. State 2007‐08 2008‐09 2009‐10 2010‐11 Andhra Pradesh 18233.46 38599.93 44395.67 14350.72 Arunachal Pradesh 1490.1 1200.66 1897.27 243 Assam 3863.815 3188.898 6223.12 2047.33 Andman 0 0 0 334.68 Bihar 0 0.7 1096.3 1303.62 Chhattisgarh 809.3 409.3 29084.97 8448.94 Delhi 19186.88 43733.05 12734.36 265.82 Goa 19161.36 10979.77 13175.72 13303.7 Gujarat 135229.4 195407 102488.4 48518.91 . Haryana 7685.84 18293 21951.6 14763.61 . Himachal Pradesh 1356.75 15435.57 683697.85 631901.99 . J&K 33050.1 32584.57 32687.11 776.48 . Jharkhand 0 0 100 24300 . Karnataka 70548.139 27787.822 121507.56 88728.64 . Kerala 11350.814 14240.414 15372.62 6597.65 . Lakshadweep 0 0 0 12.13
. Madhya Pradesh 411766.6 545124.7793 2829248.99 2866571.88 . Maharashtra 102000.2 295083.1627 35449.98 177345.48 . Manipur 12228.342 10818.072 10871.3 2792.03 . Meghalaya 261.45 1935.084 2254.12 2419.67 . Mizoram 9232.29 34903.13 38674.62 12544.13 . Nagaland 18584.98 20556.65 29715.28 1603.54 . Orissa 57054.21 76976.278 92452.47 24417.55 . Punjab 3534.91 1203.77 5264.23 6025.78 . Rajasthan 34436.77 31053.33 260827.88 217712.19 . Sikkim 349.72 1654.31 7393.09 1726.34 . TN 10976.574 9372.122 78422.9 34878.09 . Tripura 56.37 0 281.06 348.39 . UP 12144.938 2340167.92 26567.68 111644.83 . Uttarakhand 24652.7494 27651.08 33181.3 105465.98 . WB 11065.31 14409.62 14861.22 6125.72 Total 1030311.375 3812769.992 4551898.69 4427519 Million hectares 1.03 3.81 4.55 4.42
Source: Data provided b y APEDA Accredited Certification Agencies.
PROMOTION OF ANIMAL HUSBANDRY 21st August, 2012
LSQ 1541
Dr. Bhola Singh Smt. Shruti Choudhry
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) the percentage of rural population engaged in animal husbandry profession, State‐wise;
(b) the schemes which are presently under implementation in various States for promotion of animal husbandry, State‐wise; and
(c) the financial assistance/subsidy provided by the Union Government to various States during the last three years and the current year State‐wise?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (Dr. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) Estimates of number per 1000 of households reporting owning livestock and poultry in 2002‐03 in rural areas, state‐wise, as available from the National Sample Survey Office, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation is given in Annexure‐I.
(b) The schemes of the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries are basically intended to assist the States in the development of infrastructure and provide policy directive for promotion of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries sectors. The funds are released under the Centrally Sponsored Schemes and Central Sector Schemes of this Department to the State Governments/implementing Agencies based on the viable proposals received from the States as per norms of schemes. The name of schemes administered by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying & Fisheries for promotion of Animal Husbandry and Dairying sector is given in Annexure‐ll.
(c) The State‐wise financial assistance/subsidy provided by the Union Government to various States for promotion of Animal Husbandry and Dairying sector during the last three years and the current year is given in Annexure –III.
Statement referred to reply to part (a) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 1541 due for answer on 21.08.2012 State wise number per 1000 of households reporting owning of livestock and poultry of different types 2002‐03 in rural areas
No. of households per 1000 households reporting owning of State/UT cattle buffalo Other Ovine Fowl, Others Pigs, Crossbreed Non‐ all large duck birds rabbits descript heads (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) Andhra Pr. 25 133 155 171 2 51 144 3 3 Arunachal Pr. 27 357 382 6 355 288 744 16 566 Assam 30 559 583 27 2 247 679 87 79 Bihar 36 315 347 206 2 150 53 12 7 Chhatisgarh 20 557 568 138 4 123 215 10 26 Delhi 7 0 8 30 12 0 1 0 0 Goa 37 46 81 48 0 29 137 0 24 Gujarat 26 285 301 362 9 106 60 5 0 Haryana 70 174 227 589 30 22 17 4 3 Himachal Pr. 162 390 491 322 9 196 37 12 1 Jammu 215 540 716 287 33 183 389 5 0 &Kash. Jharkhand 12 509 519 71 1 299 256 24 41 Karnataka 74 331 392 192 0 92 122 4 4 Kerala 113 54 165 10 1 55 247 2 5 Madhya Pr. 19 536 550 240 3 127 60 5 5 Maharashtra 71 294 340 140 1 135 130 4 3 Manipur 41 109 143 38 0 22 583 1 227 Meghlaya 6 234 240 12 1 108 673 4 274 M izoram I 45 47 2 14 38 631 5 462 Nagaland 14 5 19 17 0 29 767 0 531 Orissa 35 453 473 24 0 131 239 5 10 Punjab 178 169 325 568 8 27 32 I 0 Rajasthan 31 426 448 411 39 415 40 7 1 Sikkim 56 486 540 9 0 295 472 5 166 Tamil "Nadu 95 106 195 42 0 112 112 2 1 Tripura 76 343 408 12 0 168 504 15 118 Uttar Pradesh 37 337 366 443 5 197 30 8 6 Uttranchal 30 626 643 355 8 180 60 0 1 West Bengal 52 378 423 23 0 219 326 8 17
Andaman 55 229 278 40 0 99 422 0 45 &Nic. Chandigarh 16 28 44 91 0 0 0 0 0 Dadar & 34 356 390 8 0 42 250 0 0 Nagar Hav. Daman & Diu 0 34 35 23 0 21 34 0 0 Lakshadweep 0 90 90 0 0 390 360 0 0 Puducheery 129 80 202 0 0 54 88 0 0 All‐India 51 319 361 214 5 152 143 9 11 Source: NSS Report No. 493 (NSS59"1 Round), NSSO, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Annexure‐ll Statement referred to in reply to part (b) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No 1541 due for answer on 21.08.2012 Table: Name of the Schemes administered by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying & Fisheries for promotion of Animal Husbandry and Dairying sector
S No. Name of the scheme 1 Livestock Health & Disease Control (i)Assistance to States for Control of Animal Diseases (ii) Foot & Mouth Disease Control Programme (iii) Professional Efficency Development (iv) National Project on Rinderpest Eradication (v) National Animal Disease Reporting System (NADRS) (vi) National Control Programme of Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR) (vii) Establishment of Veterinary Hospitals and Dispensaries (viii) National Control Programme on Brucellosis 2 Directorate of Animal Health (i) Central / Regional Disease Diagnostic Laboratories (ii) Veterinary Biological Products Quality Control Centre (iii) Animal Quarantine Certification Services 3 Control and Containment of Avian Influenza 4 Food Safety and Traceabiiity 5 Establishment of Veterinary Drug Control Authority 6 Upgradation/Strengthening of Infrastructure of Veterinary Colloege 7 Central Cattle Development Organisation (i) Central Cattle Breeding Farms (ii) Central Frozen Semen Production & Training Institute (iii) Central Herd Registration Scheme 8 National Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding 9 National Programme on Bovine Breeding 10 Assistance to Cooperatives 11 Dairy Enterpenurship Development Scheme 12 Intensive Dairy Development Programme & Clean Milk Production (i)lntensive Dairy Development Programme (ii)Strengthening Infrastructure for Quality and Clean Milk Production 13 National Dairy Plan 14 Delhi Milk Scheme 15 Secretariat & Economic Services 16 Poultry Development (i) Assistance to State Poultry/Duck Farms (ii) Rural Backyard Poultry Development (iii) Establishment of Poultry Estates
17 Conservation of Threatened Livestock Breeds 18 Centrally Sponsored Fodder and Feed Development 19 Central Poultry Development Organizations (i) CPDO (ii) CPPTC 20 Central Sheep Breeding Farm 21 Central Fodder Development Organisation {i} Regional Stations for Forage Production and Demonstration (ii) Minikit Testing on Fodder Crops (iii) Central Fodder Seed Production 22 Establishment/ modernization of rural slaughter houses 23 Integrated Development of Small Ruminants and Rabbits 24 Pig Development 25 Salvaging & Rearing of Male Buffalo Calves (New) 26 Utilization of Fallen Animals 27 Poultry Venture Capital Fund 28 Livestock Insurance Scheme 29 Livestock Extension and Delivery Services 30 Managing Livestock 37 Integrated Sample Survey 38 Livestock Census
Annexure‐Ill Statement referred to in reply to part (c) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No 1541 due for answer on 21.08.2012 Table: State‐wise Releases of funds under various schemes administered by Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying &Fisheries for promotion of Animal Husbandry and Dairying sector (Rs. In Lakh)
S No: States Year 2009‐10 Year 2010‐11 Year 2011‐12 Year 2012‐13 (as on 31.05.2012) Released Released Released Released 1 Andhra Pradesh . 2959.25 5668.74 3077.08 250.00 2 Bihar 535.05 1451.50 2691.33 3 Chhattisgarh 436.41 745.00 2284.22 4 Goa 128.49 144.75 1102.71 51.44 5 Gujarat 2356.05 3484.16 3172.91 100.00 6 Haryana 2228 82 2102.04 2840.45 7 Himachal Pradesh 752.88 1574.89 1487.92 365.93 8 Jammu & Kashmir 853,22 1070.44 2351.61 9 Jharkhand 226.18 1684.45 990.80 10 Kamataka 2090.20 3020.08 3611.86 470.00 11 Kerala 2027.85 2780.47 3740.64 350.00 12 M.P 1123.75 2562.25 4592.63 50.00 13 Maharashtra 2838.63 4054.57 3680.12 181.36 14 Orissa 1800.79 1676.62 1962.75 86.49 15 Punjab 1648.64 3335.67 2630.74 16 Rajasthan 1938.24 592.57 2253.03 17 Tamil Nadu 3394,65 3620.83 3159.91 300.00 18 U.P 3394.81 2989.00 1528.40 20.40
19 Uttarakhand 177.23 875.47 1448.47 113.17 20 West Bengal 3053.86 4949.64 1481.58 84.00 21 Arunachal Pradesh 345.52 717.04 894.92 150.00 22 Assam 987.44 1363.91 3052.45 50.00 23 Manipur 755.80 575.75 983.44 24 Meghalaya 169.80 274.61 207.40 25 Mizoram 236.22 782.75 931.90 154.00 26 Nagaland 378.56 724.88 1304.77 150.00 27 Sikkim 629.98 371.56 504.40 28 Tripura 42.14 728.51 143.56 7.93 29 AS N Islands 41.00 36.00 20.00 30 Chandigarh 19.50 28.90 19.00 31 Dadra & N.Haveli 6.80 0.00 18.17 32 Daman & Diu 5.22 2.10 1.00 33 Delhi 1.00 2.50 0.00 500.00 34 Lakshadweep 76.00 56.10 43.03 35 Puducherry 15.00 36.50 47.00 Total 37674.98 54084.23 58260.1S 3434.72
SETTING UP OF KRISHI VIGYAN KENDRA 21st August, 2012
LSQ 1542
Shri K. Murugesan Anandan
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government/Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has proposed to set up 100 more Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) across the country in the XIIth Five Year Plan period with an aim to bring about the second green revolution through adoption of effective scientific agricultural methods;
(b) if so, the details and the status thereof, State‐wise; and
(c) the time by which the proposal is likely to be approved?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): In order to strengthen assessment, refinement and demonstration of technologies generated by National Agriculture Research System, the ICAR has created a network of Krishi Vigyan Kendras in the country. For the purpose, the Government has approved for establishment of 667 Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) till XIth Plan. So far, 630 KVKs have been sanctioned. Therefore, ICAR has a proposal for establishment of 37 more KVKs during XII Plan, as a spill‐over from the XI Plan. The State‐wise details of these approved districts for setting up of new KVKs are given in the Annexure.
(c) Setting up of new KVKs depends on the availability of suitable sites and host organizations.
Annexure
Lok Sabha Unstarred Q.No.1542 for 21‐08‐2012
State‐wise numbers and names of districts identified for setting up of new KVKs during XII Plan
Name of the State/Union Number of new KVKs Name of district for location of KVKs Territory proposed to be set up Arunachal Pradesh 3 1. Dibang Valley 2. Kurung Kumey 3. Anjaw Assam Morigaon 2. North Cachar Hills 3. Baska, Chirang, Dadra & Nagar Haveli 1 1. Silvasa Daman & Diu 2 1 Daman, 2. Diu. Gujarat 1 1. Banaskantha, Haryana 2 1. Panchkula 2. Mewat J & K 7 1. Reasi, 2. Samba 3. Ramban 4. Kishtwar 5. Gandarabal, 6. Bandipura 7. Leh Jharkhand 2 1. Ramgarh, 2. Khunti Karnataka 1 1. Chikkaballapur Madhya Pradesh 1 1. Anuppur Maharashtra 1 1. Yavatmal, Meghalaya 2 1. South Garo Hills, 2. East Garo Hills Nagaland 2 1. Paren, 2. Kaiphire
Pudducherry 1 1. Mahe, Uttar Pradesh 3 1. Sharavasti, 2. Jyotiba Phulenagar. 3.. Allahabad, West Bengal 4 1. East Midnapur. 2. South 24 Paraganas, 3. Murshidabad, 4. Bardhaman, 37
DROUGHT RESISTANT SEEDS 21st August, 2012
LSQ 1553
Shri Dinesh Chandra Yadav Shri Rajendra Agrawal Dr. Ponnusamy Venugopal Shri Rajiv Ranjan (Lalan) Singh Shri Magunta Sreenivasulu Reddy
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government has recently released drought resistant seeds of various crops to combat the drought like situation in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof, crop‐wise; and
(c) the agricultural universities/institutes involved in developing such seeds and the seeds released during the last one year, crop‐wise?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) Yes, Madam.
(b) National Agricultural Research System has recently released 37 drought resistant varieties of different crops namely, paddy 7, wheat 3, maize 2, barley 1, pearl millet 3, small millets 3, sorghum 1, linseed 2, groundnut 4, chickpea 2, mungbean 3, cluster bean 2, forages 3 and mesta 1 during the last three years.
(c) In the last one year, the agricultural universities/institutes involved in development of drought resistant varieties of different crops are, Wheat: CCSHAU, Hisar; PAU, Ludhiana and IARI, New Delhi; Paddy: IGKVV, Raipur; Maize: VPKAS, Almora; Pearl Millet: SKRAU, Bikaner; Linseed: CSAUA&T, Kanpur and JNKVV, Jabalpur; Groundnut: SKRAU, Bikaner and MPUA&T, Udaipur; Sugarcane: CSSHAU, Hisar; Lentil: VPKAS, Almora; Chickpea: RVSKVV, Gwalior and CCSHAU, Hisar and Horsegram: IGKVV, Raipur and SDAU, SK Nagar.
FERTILITY OF LAND 21st August, 2012
LSQ 1576
Shri Virender Kashyap Shri Mahabal Mishra
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the fertility and productivity of land is decreasing constantly in the country due to non‐judicious use of pesticides and substandard fertilisers for agriculture purposes;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the reaction of the Government thereto;
(c) whether the Government has identified the reasons for decline in fertility of land including use of rain water in hilly areas of Himachal Pradesh;
(d) if so, the details and the outcome thereof;
(e) whether the Government has taken steps to save the fertility of soil and to impart training to farmers for the judicious use of pesticides, chemicals and fertilisers and to promote use of bio‐fertilisers; and
(f) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (d): Imbalanced use of fertilizers, low addition of organic matter and non replacement of depleted micro and secondary nutrients over the years, has resulted in nutrient deficiencies and decrease in soil fertility in some parts of the country, particularly in intensively cultivated Indo‐Gangetic plains. However, balanced and judicious use of fertilizers and registered pesticides do not affect soil adversely.
(e) & (f): The policies formulated and the measures taken by the Government to ensure soil health and fertility, inter alia, include promotion of soil test based balanced and judicious use of chemical fertilizers, biofertilizers and locally available organic manures to maintain soil health and productivity. A new scheme, namely, National Project on Management of Soil Health & Fertility has been introduced during 2008‐09 to promote soil test based balanced and judicious use of chemical fertilizers in conjunction with organic manures. All such organic eco‐friendly sources of nutrients presently available can increase fertility of the soil by supplementing chemical fertilizers by nearly 25%.
The Government is providing incentive in the form of credit linked back ended subsidy for establishment of bio‐ fertilizer units under National Project on Organic Farming (NPOF) @ 25% of total outlay restricted to Rs. 40 lakh per unit.
Farmers are being advised to use pesticides judiciously through Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programmes being organized by Central Integrated Pest Management Centres (CIPMCs) in different States.
Apart from above, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) also imparts training and organizes demonstrations to educate farmers on these aspects.
PROMOTION OF BIO‐FERTILISERS 21st August, 2012
LSQ 1587
Km. Saroj Pandey
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government has prepared any action plan to promote the use of bio‐fertilisers among farmers in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the percentage increase registered in use of biofertilisers under the said action plan during the last three years and the current year;
(c) whether the Government proposes to launch an awareness programme amongst farmers to promote the use of biofertilisers;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the time by which the plan is likely to be implemented in the country?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): Government is already promoting use of bio‐fertilisers through a Central Sector Scheme National Project on Organic Farming (NPOF) for setting up of new or strengthening of existing bio‐fertiliser production units, technology transfer and training etc. To ensure quality of bio‐fertilisers ‐ Rhizobium, Azotobacter, Azospirillium, Phosphate Solubilising Bacteria, Potash Mobilising Bacteria, Zinc Solubilising Bacteria and Mycrorhizal bio‐ fertilisers have been incorporated in Fertilizer Control Order, 1985.
(b): The total production of bio‐fertilisers was 20,111 Metric Tone (MT), 25,065 MT, 20,040 MT and 37,998 MT during 2007‐08, 2008‐09, 2009‐10 and 2010‐11 respectively. The trend in use of bio‐fertilizers is increasing but the total area covered under bio‐ fertilizers about 3% of total cultivable area in the country.
(c) & (d): Awareness creation activities on use of bio‐fertiliser is being addressed through training programme seminar and through advisory in package and practices for different crops under organic management. ICAR also imparts training, organizes field level demonstrations etc. to educate farmers on use of bio‐fertilisers. During 2006‐ 12, a total 320 demonstrations were conducting on various crops in different States.
(e): Application of bio‐fertilisers to seed or soil is ongoing process to keep the soil healthy and to get healthy crop yield.
SLAUGHTER HOUSES 21st August, 2012
LSQ 1602
Shri Dilip Singh Judeo
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) the number of authorised slaughter houses in the country, and the cattle wealth slaughtered during each of the last three years, State‐wise;
(b) whether it is a fact that many unauthorised slaughter houses operate in many States, slaughtering cattle wealth illegally; and
(c) if so, the details thereof and the action taken by the Government to check their activities?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTRE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) The number of registered slaughter houses in the country is 2336 as on 31.03.2011. State‐wise information on estimated number of cattle slaughtered during 2008‐09, 2009‐10 and 2010‐11 is given in Annexure I.
(b)&(c) Data on unauthorized slaughter houses is not available with the Department since authorization of slaughter houses is in the domain of State Governments.
Annexure‐ I Statement referred to in reply of part (a) of Lok sabha Uustarred Question No. 1602 to be answered on 21.08.2012
Table‐ State‐wise information on estimated number of Cattle Slaughtered (In Thousands)
Sl.No. States/UTs 2008‐09 2009‐10 2010‐11 1 Andhra Pradesh ‐ ‐ ‐ 2 Arunachal Pradesh 67 69 71 3 Assam 132 121 94 4 Bihar 539 525 514 5 Chhattisgarh ‐ ‐ ‐ 6 Goa 9 12 14
7 Gujarat ‐ ‐ ‐ 8 Haryana ‐ ‐ ‐ 9 Himachal Pradesh ‐ ‐ ‐ 10 Jammu & Kashmir ‐ ‐ ‐ 11 Jharkhand ‐ ‐ ‐ 12 Karnataka 162 130 111 13 Kerala 545 499 540 14 Madhya Pradesh ‐ 15 Maharashtra 511 353 259 16 Manipur 71 71 73 17 Meghalaya 241 245 251 18 Mizoram 19 23 24 19 Nagaland 163 170 164 20 Orissa 3 21 Punjab ‐ ‐ ‐ 22 Rajasthan ‐ ‐ ‐ 23 Sikkim ‐ ‐ ‐ 24 Tamil Nadu 118 121 102 25 Tripura ‐ ‐‐ 26 Uttarakhand ‐ ‐ ‐ 27 Uttar Pradesh ‐ ‐ ‐ 28 West Bengal 113 114 105 29 A & N Islands 0 0 0 30 Chandigarh ‐ ‐ ‐ 31 D.&N. Haveli ‐ ‐ ‐ 32 Daman & Diu ‐ ‐ ‐ 33 Delhi ‐ ‐ ‐ 34 Lakshadweep 1 2 2 35 Puducherry 19 22 22 Total 2715 2477 2344 Source: Basic Animal Husbandry Statistics 2012, Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying & Fisheries
NATIONAL INITIATIVE ON CLIMATE RESILIENT AGRICULTURE PROJECT 21st August, 2012
LSQ 1603
Shri E. G. Sugavanam
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government has launched a National Initiative on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) Project;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the names of areas in the country in which the above project is likely to be launched, State‐wise;
(c) whether it is proposed to extend the project throughout the country in the near future; and
(d) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) Yes, Madam.
(b) The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) launched a new scheme ‘National Initiative on Climate Resilient Agriculture’ (NICRA) in January, 2011 with an outlay of Rs.350 crores for the period 2011‐12. The scheme aims to assess the impact of climate change on agriculture and allied sectors in the country and evolve cost‐ effective adaptation and mitigation strategies. Climate resilient technologies are being demonstrated in farmers’ field in 100 vulnerable districts of 27 States and one Union Territory during the XI Plan to cope with drought, floods and heat. The details are at Annexure.
(c) & (d): During XII Five Year Plan, it is proposed to extend the project to another 25‐50 districts with special emphasis on hill states including north‐eastern region.
Annexure Lok Sabha Unstarred Q.No.1603 for 21‐08‐2012
State‐wise list of districts identified for technology demonstration under NICRA
S.No State No of districts Name of districts 1. A&N Islands 1 Port Blair 2. Andhra Pradesh 6 West Godavari, Srikakulam, Anantpur, Nalgonda, Kurnool, Khammam 3. Arunachal Pradesh 3 Tirap, West Kameng, West Siang 4. Assam 4 Sonitpur, Dibrugarh, Dhubri, Cachar 5. Bihar 6 Saran, Supaul, Buxar, Nawada, Aurangabad, Jahanabad 6. Chhattisgarh 3 Raipur, Bilaspur, Dantewada 7. Gujarat 3 Valsad, Rajkot, Kutch 8. Haryana 2 Yamunanagar, Sirsa 9. Himachal Pradesh 4 Hamirpur, Chamba, Kullu, Kinnaur 10. Jammu & Kashmir 2 Kathua, Phulwama 11. Jharkhand 5 Koderma, Palamau, East Singhbhum, Gumla, Chatra 12. Karnataka 4 Tumkur, Kolar, Davangere, Belgaum 13. Kerala Alleppey 14. Madhya Pradesh 7 Satna, Guna, Morena, Datia, Tikamgarh, Chhatarpur, Balaghat 15. Maharashtra 7 Nandurbar, Pune, Aurangabad, Amravati, Ratnagiri, Ahmednagar, Gondia 16. Manipur 2 Senapati, Imhal East 17. Meghalaya 2 Umaim, West Garo Hills 18. Mizoram 1 Lunglei 19. Nagaland 3 Phek, Dimapur, Mokokchung 20. Orissa 4 Kendrapara, Jharsugda, Sonepur, Ganjam 21. Punjab 4 Ropar, Fatehgarh Shaib, Faridkot, Bathinda 22. Rajasthan 4 Jhunjhunu, Bharatpur, Jodhpur, Kota 23. Sikkim 1 East Sikkim 24. Tamil Nadu 4 Villupuram, Namakkal, Nagapattinam,
Ramanathapuram 25. Tripura 1 West Tripura 26. Uttar Pradesh 11 Bahraich, Jhansi, Khushinagar, Sonbhadra, Chitrakoot, Gonda, Gorakhpur, Hamirpur, Mahrajganj, Baghpat, Muzaffarnagar 27. Uttarakhand 2 Uttarkashi, Tehri Garhwal 28. West Bengal 3 Coochbehar, Malda, South 24 Pargana
AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION 21st August, 2012
LSQ 1604
Shri S. Pakkirappa
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Union Government has reviewed the status of agricultural education in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof including the areas in which the country is lagging behind in agricultural education along with the proposals received from the State Governments in this regard;
(c) whether the Union Government has formulated any comprehensive scheme on the basis of the said proposals;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the funds allocated/earmarked/provided under the scheme for agricultural education?
MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): The Planning Commission’s working group on Agricultural Research and Education for XII Plan had constituted a sub‐group on Agricultural Education. Adequate State Funding, University governance, faculty strength and inbreeding, faculty and students development programmes, demand‐driven curriculum and its delivery, quality assurance and modern infrastructure for education and research are the areas needing attention.
(c) & (d): Agriculture including higher agricultural education is a State subject. To the extent that funds are available, Central Government assists the State Agricultural Universities in certain select areas for strengthening and developing higher agricultural education in India.
(e) During the XI Plan, Rs.2033.37 crores has been provided to the different agricultural universities under the Plan scheme ‘Strengthening and Development of Higher Agricultural Education in India’.
XII Plan scheme formulation is in progress. An amount of Rs.558.00 crores has been provided by the Council for the year 2012‐13.
REVIEW OF AGRICULTURAL SCHEMES
28th August, 2012
LSQ *234
Shri Dilip Singh Judeo
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government has recently reviewed the performance of the Centrally Sponsored Schemes to boost agricultural production in the Left Wing Extremism (LWE) affected States;
(b) if so, the outcome thereof;
(c) the deficiencies identified in the implementation of the schemes;
(d) the corrective measures taken/ proposed to be taken by the Government for proper and effective implementation of the schemes in the above States; and
(e) the allocation made and expenditure incurred under these schemes during each of the last three years in these States?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 234 DUE FOR REPLY ON 28TH AUGUST, 2012.
(a) to (d): No special review has been carried out in respect of the schemes of this Department being implemented in Left Wing Extremism (LWE) affected States. However, performance of schemes including Centrally Sponsored Schemes, are reviewed from time to time by the Department. The deficiencies identified in the implementation of the schemes are taken up with the State Governments concerned for remedial action.
(e): A statement indicating the allocation made and expenditure incurred during each of the last three years under Centrally Sponsored Schemes of the Department of Agriculture & Cooperation being implemented in Left Wing Extremism (LWE) affected States is annexed. ANNEXURE Statement referred to in reply to part (e) of Lok Sabha starred Question No. 234 due for answer on 28.08.2012 by Shri Dilip Singh Ju Dev regarding Review of Agricultural Schemes. (Rs. in Crores) Year National Food Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Security Mission Macro Management National Horticulture Name of the Yojana (RKVY) (NFSM) Scheme (MMA) Mission (NHM) Sl. No. States Alloc. Rel/Exp. Alloc. Rel/Exp. Alloc. Rel/Exp. Alloc. Rel/Exp. Andhra 410 410 144.94 123.81 65.35 62.53 134.06 95.67 1 Pradesh 2009‐10 2010‐11 393.45 432.29 135.2 119.42 63.07 36.76 105.19 105.18 2011‐12 727.74 734.2 110.36 88.87 53.36 53.36 105.4 92.7 2 Bihar 2009‐10 110.79 110.79 127.32 44.14 39 38.15 38.25 24.35 2010‐11 380.94 415.1 75.32 51.56 38.57 33.05 38.25 0 2011‐12 506.82 506.82 76.41 74.87 32.63 32.63 34 20 Madhya 247.44 247.44 125.7 59.33 62.85 61.71 68 35.45 3 Pradesh 2009‐10 2010‐11 589.09 559.18 214.76 160.72 61.65 69.15 85 51 2011‐12 398.37 398.37 174.03 146.82 52.16 55.16 72.25 55
4 Maharashtra 2009‐10 407.24 404.39 116.6 107.4 92.75 92.75 163.48 91.73 2010‐11 653 653 168.58 147.12 89.1 109.1 127.5 126.14 2011‐12 727.67 735.44 151.67 135.85 75.38 81.01 127.5 93.75 5 Orissa 2009‐10 121.49 121.49 67.02 63.41 32.8 23.54 65.2 35 2010‐11 274.4 274.4 66.56 58.53 31.99 38.74 55.25 32.59 2011‐12 356.96 356.96 61.01 64.76 27.07 27.07 53.55 46.73 Uttar 390.97 390.97 312.67 226.28 113.1 120.6 114.77 91.43 6 Pradesh 2009‐10 2010‐11 635.92 695.36 294.12 177.57 108.79 101.29 106.25 54 2011‐12 757.26 762.83 283.72 244.96 92.03 92.03 102 51 7 West Bengal 2009‐10 147.38 147.38 100.53 71.65 44.25 50.78 36.27 0 2010‐11 476.15 335.98 65.43 33.94 42.89 38.45 44.1 28.8 2011‐12 476.65 486.65 57.03 38.58 36.28 18.14 42.5 25.5 8 Chhattisgarh 2009‐10 131.78 136.14 93.34 21.16 21.7 21.7 69.9 60 2010‐11 461 503.44 63.49 19.54 20.82 20.82 97.75 96.57 2011‐12 230.57 212.61 63.29 55.25 17.61 17.61 93.5 85 9 Jharkhand 2009‐10 70.13 70.13 17.94 4.93 10.65 8.76 47.66 30.84 2010‐11 160.96 96.9 27.2 16.49 10.76 8.88 42.5 16 2011‐12 168.56 174.56 27.1 12.2 9.11 10.98 51 42.16
Statement referred to in reply to part (e) of Lok Sabha starred Question No. 234 due for answer on 28.08.2012 by Shri Dilip Singh Ju Dev regarding Review of Agricultural Schemes
(Rs. in Crores) Integrated Support to State Scheme of Extension National Mission Oilseeds,Pulses,Oi Programmes for National Technology on Micro l Palm and Maize Extension Bamboo Mission Mission on Cotton Year Irrigation (NMMI) (ISOPOM) Reforms (NBM) (TMC) Name of the Rel/Exp Rel/Exp Alloc Rel/Exp Alloc Rel/Exp Rel/Exp Sl. No. States Alloc. . Alloc...... Alloc. . 1 Andhra 168.3 143.11 37.32 37.32 14.3 9.89 0.25 0 11.15 7.77 Pradesh 2009‐10 2 1 240 240 57.57 57.57 12.2 10.73 1.4 0.4 0.69 0.68 2010‐11 2 287.2 287.2 0 28.35 22.1 17 0.65 0 1.25 0.53 2011‐12 8 2 Bihar 0 0 8.6 8.6 27.6 12.47 0 0 2009‐10 1 0 0 7.99 7.99 24.0 24.73 2.73 1.08 2010‐11 8 2011‐12 6 4.5 0 9.18 42.8 53.21 2.02 0 3 Madhya 51.15 34.75 43.29 43.29 16.5 15.34 0 0 3.4 7.3 Pradesh 2009‐10 3 2010‐11 75 79.61 56.19 56.19 14.1 9.9 0.59 0 1.85 1.85 2 110.9 109.64 0 74.29 28.6 18.28 0 0 1 0.96 2011‐12 5 5 4 Maharashtra 173.5 107.07 34.28 34.28 18.6 9.39 3.42 1.91 12.15 12 2009‐10 5 4 225 222.37 54.98 54.98 15.9 11.35 4.44 3 7.81 7.81 2010‐11 2 2011‐12 282.8 249.8 0 80.91 29.1 37.85 2.5 0 2.25 2.13 6 5 Orissa 9.48 5.28 31.64 31.64 20.7 15.11 3.5 1.85 1.35 1.3 2009‐10 5 15 8.1 30.5 30.5 17.7 12.32 3.92 3.06 1.2 1.01 2010‐11 2 2011‐12 9 8.23 0 39.61 31.3 48.82 5 5 0.85 0.85 7 6 Uttar 2009‐10 0 0 18.22 18.22 43.3 41.59 0.69 0.63 0.4 0.36 Pradesh 2010‐11 10 8.12 12.22 12.22 36.9 24.34 1.95 1.18 0.13 0.13
8 2011‐12 10 0 0 12.9 65.5 48.38 4 3.25 0.3 0.27 9 7 West Bengal 2009‐10 0 0 7.55 7.55 24.5 0 0 0 1.35 0 0 0 6.14 6.14 15.6 0 0.58 0 0.27 0.13 2010‐11 5 2011‐12 1 0 0 1 27.1 2 1.13 0 0.3 0 1 8 Chhattisgarh 2009‐10 34.5 12.52 12.62 12.62 7.71 0.5 4.45 4.27 2010‐11 25 10.19 11.67 11.67 6.58 3.98 6.5 5.67 2011‐12 50 35 11.76 11.76 13.8 16 5.43 3.6 1 9 Jharkhand 0 0 10.7 6.05 3.17 1.09 2009‐10 7 2010‐11 10 1.5 9.2 7.81 4.68 3.52 2011‐12 10 9.91 20.6 12.8 2.5 2.25 4
RASHTRIYA KRISHI VIKAS YOJANA 28th August, 2012
LSQ * 238
Maulana Asrarul Haque Mohammad Shri Rangaswamy Dhruvanarayana
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government has recently reviewed the functioning of Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) in the country;
(b) if so, the outcome thereof;
(c) the deficiencies identified in its functioning;
(d) the corrective measures taken/ proposed to be taken by the Government for effective implementation of this Yojana; and
(e) the details of the funds released and spent by each State/UT during each of the last two years under this Yojana?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 238 DUE FOR REPLY ON 28TH AUGUST, 2012.
(a) to (d): Institute for Social and Economic Change (ISEC), Bengaluru has been commissioned by Government for conducting an impact assessment study of RKVY over the XIth Five Year Plan period.
(e): The State / UT‐wise details of funds released and utilised during each of the last two years under RKVY are at Annexure‐I.
Annexure‐I
LOK SABHA ANNEXURE STARRED QUESTION NO. 238 DATED 28‐08‐2012 Statement Showing allocation, release and utilization of the State under RKVY during last two years (as on 23.08.2012) (Rs. in crore) 2010‐2011 2011‐12 S.No. Name of the State/UT Release Utilization Release Utilization 1 Andhra Pradesh 432.29 432.29 734.20 661.20 2 Arunachal Pradesh 28.95 28.95 10.68 4.13 3 Assam 216.87 216.87 227.77 112.39 4 Bihar 415.10 415.10 506.82 459.08 5 Chhatisgarh 503.44 503.42 212.61 165.44 6 Goa 7.07 7.07 24.78 24.78 7 Gujarat 388.63 388.63 515.48 515.48 8 Haryana 226.80 225.63 176.87 119.94 9 Himachal Pradesh 94.85 94.85 99.93 67.43 10 Jammu & Kashmir 96.42 95.44 63.03 27.03 11 Jharkhand 96.90 91.37 174.56 165.47 12 Karnataka 284.03 284.03 595.90 574.06 13 Kerala 149.65 149.65 182.89 178.46 14 Madhya Pradesh 559.18 559.18 398.37 320.04 15 Maharashtra 653.00 653.00 735.44 614.20 16 Manipur 15.50 15.50 22.25 11.13 17 Meghalaya 46.12 46.12 20.44 7.33 18 Mizoram 3.75 3.75 36.63 36.63 19 Nagaland 13.25 13.25 37.54 37.54 20 Orissa 274.40 274.40 356.96 272.61 21 Punjab 179.12 179.12 145.87 35.62 22 Rajasthan 628.01 628.01 692.08 586.46 23 Sikkim 6.56 6.56 24.64 9.01 24 Tamil Nadu 250.03 250.03 333.06 260.17 25 Tripura 116.48 116.48 25.63 21.81 26 Uttar Pradesh 695.36 695.36 762.83 487.21 27 Uttarakhand 1.31 1.31 128.84 39.71 28 West Bengal 335.98 335.98 486.65 172.41 Total States 6719.05 6711.35 7732.75 5986.77 1 A & N Islands 5.04 2.51 5.25 5.20 2 Chandigarh 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 3 D& N Haveli 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4 Daman & Diu 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5 Delhi 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 6 Lakshadweep 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 7 Pudducherry 4.64 4.44 11.74 5.06 Total UTs** 9.68 6.95 16.99 10.26
*Includes sub‐Schemes of RKVY **Funds are released by Ministry of Home Affairs
JUDICIOUS USE OF PESTICIDES 28th August, 2012
LSQ *239
Shri Ram Sundar Das Shri Pradeep Kumar Singh
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government has conducted any study to assess the effect of indiscriminate use of pesticides on crops and the end users including farmers;
(b) if so, the findings of the said study;
(c) the crops which are affected due to excessive use of pesticides along with the number of farmers whose health has suffered as a result thereof, State‐wise;
(d) whether the Union Government and the State Governments have organised any awareness programmes to educate the farmers about the judicious and safe use of pesticides; and
(e) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 239 DUE FOR REPLY ON 28TH AUGUST, 2012.
(a) to (e): No, Madam. Pesticides are registered for use in agriculture after rigorous scrutiny of scientific data to ensure their bio‐efficacy and safety to human, animal and environmental health. The judicious application of pesticides as per the procedures and dosages prescribed on their approved labels and leaflets would ensure that there is no adverse effect on account of their use. In addition, farmers, agriculture extension officers, NGOs and pesticides dealers are made aware of the effects of indiscriminate use of pesticides through organization of Farmers Field Schools (FFS) and other short and long term duration training programmes conducted by the Central Integrated Pest Management Centers (CIPMCs) of the Directorate of Plant Protection, Quarantine & Storage (DPPQ&S). So far DPPQ&S has organized 13991 FFSs in which approximately 58000 agriculture extension officers and more than 4.20 lakhs farmers have been trained on judicious use of pesticides and integrated pest management strategies.
AGRO‐BIO DIVERSITY 28th August, 2013
LSQ 2568
Dr. Ponnusamy Venugopal
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether a project called Bio‐DIVA has been jointly undertaken by the German and Indian researchers to promote agro‐bio diversity in Kerala;
(b) if so, the details and the objectives thereof; and
(c) the outcome thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) While there is no such joint collaborative programme between Indian Council of Agricultural Research & German researchers, the Bio‐DIVA project is reportedly a joint project between M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF) in Chennai and Leibniz University, Hannover, Germany.
(b) & (c): According to the Leibniz University website, apparently the objectives are protection of agro biodiversity, thereby enabling small and marginal communities to preserve their traditional knowledge, make a living as well as protect the environment; (b) to develop instruments for a sustainable and gender equitable use of agro biodiversity; (c) to protect the entire ecosystem, including the availability of water and other locally important bio‐ resources like wild edibles and medicinal plants which the tribal communities are dependent on. This is an ongoing project centered in Wayanad District, Kerala.
PRODUCTION OF JATROPHA 28th August, 2012
LSQ 2581
Dr. Nilesh Narayan Rane
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) the details of production of Jatropha during the last three years, State‐wise;
(b) the details of production of Jatropha provided for bio‐diesel feed stock;
(c) whether any target fixed for production of Jatropha during the last three years; and
(d) if so, the details of target set and quantity achieved during the said period?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): The Government is implementing the Central Sector Scheme “ Integrated Development of Tree Borne Oilseeds” with the following researchable issues namely (i) Survey and collection of superior planting material (seeds & cuttings); (ii) Progeny trial of superior planting material and Multi‐locational trials at National/ Zonal level; (iii) Hybridization in Jatropha curcas; (iv) Agri‐silvicultural trials; (v) Standardization of propagation techniques and (vi) Development of package of practices.
About 27 superior genotypes of Jatropha in National Trial have been recommended for multiplication. The details of plantation of Jatropha undertaken under the scheme during last three years are at Annexure I.
(b): As per information received from Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, no biodiesel has been procured for blending during the last three years.
(c) & (d): No targets were fixed for jatropha plantation.
ANNEXURE-I
LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2581 DATED 28-08-2012 AREA UNDERTAKEN UNDER
JATROPHA PLANTATIONS DURING LAST THREE YEARS
(Area in hectares)
SI. No. State Implementing Agency 2009‐10 2010‐11* 2011‐12*
1 Karnataka State Deptt of forest 10 0 0
2. Manipur State Deptt. of Agriculture 50 0 0
3. Mizoram State Deptt. of Horticulture 250 0 0
4. Mizoram State Deptt. of forest 250 0 0
5. Nagaland State Deptt. of Agriculture 100 0 0
Grand Total 660 0 0
# Model plantation programme of Tree Borne Oilseeds(TBOs) including Jatropha plantation is not under implementation since 2010‐11 as Research Work has been undertaken todevelop authentic data on state wise acreage/availability of land under different category of TBOs cultivation in addition to identification of elite pfanting material of TBOs, seedresources assessment, developing suitable package of practices, developing high yielding varieties with better quality of reliable seed source.
SOIL HEALTH CARDS 28th August, 2012
LSQ 2590
Shri Gowdar Mallikarjunappa Siddeshwara Shri Raju alias Devappa Anna Shetti
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government proposes to provide soil health cards to the farmers in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the time by which it is likely to be provided?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): The Government is according high priority to soil testing and is providing assistance to State Government/ Union Territories (UTs) for setting up Soil Testing Laboratories (STLs) for augmenting existing capacity of States for soil testing for issuing soil health cards to farmers. However, this requires effort by State Governments/ UTs in mobilizing technical manpower for soil testing and issuing soil health cards.
(b): About 488.25 lakh (Provisional) soil health cards have been distributed to farmers up to March 2012. The details of soil health cards issued in the country State‐ wise are annexed.
(c) : Since soil health needs to be assessed periodically, so issuing of soil health cards is a continuous, ongoing process.
Annexure LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2590 DATED 28‐08‐2012 State wise distribution of Soil Health Cards to the Farmers State/UTs Soil health cards issued (Till March 2012) ( in lakhs)
South Zone
Andhra Pradesh 41.71
Karnataka 58.77
Kerala 16.97
Tamil Nadu 39.80
Pondicherry 0.23
A&N Island 0.03
S Zone Total 157.51
West Zone
Gujarat 44.73
Madhya Pradesh 16.57
Maharashtra 26.24
Rajasthan 24.67
D&N Haveli 0.05
Chhatisgarh 4.72
Goa 2.06
W Zone Total 119.04
North Zone
Haryana 11.58
Punjab 22.41
Uttarakhand 1.84
Uttar Pradesh 118.13
Himachal Pradesh 10.46
J&K 1.13
Delhi 0.074
N Zone Total 165.624
East Zone
Bihar 8.11
Jharkhand 1.66
Orissa 21.22
West Bengal 3.08
E Zone Total 34.07
North East Zone
Assam 5.11
Tripura 1.04
Manipur 1.29
Meghalaya 0.84
Nagaland 0.37
Arunachal Pradesh 1.75
Sikkim 0.64
Mizoram 0.97
NE Zone Total 12.01
Grand Total 488.25 (P)
(P) Provisional
USE OF ORGANIC ECOLOGICAL FERTILIZERS 28th August, 2012
LSQ 2602
Shri Prem Das Rai
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government proposes to improve organic/ecological fertilizers under the Twelfth Five Year Plan;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether the Government proposes to shift subsidies from chemical fertilizers to support ecological fertilization under the Twelfth Five Year Plan;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the details of proposed monitoring mechanism to support ecological fertilization?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Government, as part of promoting integrated nutrient management is promoting use of organic/ecological fertilizers by advocating soil test‐based balanced and judicious use of chemical fertilizers, bio‐ fertilizers and organic manures to maintain soil health and its productivity. Government is also supporting production of bio‐ fertilizers and organic manures and providing subsidy for setting up of Vegetable and Fruit Market Waste Compost units and Bio‐fertilizer production respectively. Financial assistance is also being provided for setting up of vermi‐compost production units under National Horticulture Mission (NHM) and Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojna (RKVY).
(c) & (d): There is no such proposal under consideration regarding shifting of subsidies from chemical fertilizers to support ecological fertilization under the 12th Five Year Plan. However, the Department of Fertilizers has been encouraging the fertilizer companies covered under the subsidy regime to promote the usages of organic and compost fertilizers to support ecological/balanced fertilization.
(e): To ensure quality, 4 organic fertilizers and 7 biofertilizers have been incorporated in the Fertilizer (Control) Order 1985. Notified laboratories under FCO Provision are monitoring the quality of these fertilizers.
INSECTICIDES IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCE 28th August, 2012
LSQ 2607
Kunwar Rewati Raman Singh
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether it is a fact that around five per cent of insects, fungi and disease causing bacteria escaped from the effect of insecticides/chemicals and develop immunity towards these chemicals;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the corrective steps taken by the Government in this regard?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Insects and diseases causing bacteria and fungi can sometime develop immunity towards pesticides. However, there is no record to show that around 5% of such insects, fungi and bacteria have developed immunity.
(c): The Government is promoting Integrated Pest Management strategy to ensure balanced and judicious use of chemical pesticides through schemes like Strengthening and Modernization of Pest Management Approach and Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana, etc.
RESEARCH IN ANIMAL HUSBANDRY 28th August, 2012
LSQ 2614
Dr. Munisamy Thambidurai
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) the Research and Development (R&D) schemes implemented by the Government to increase yield of milch cattle in the country;
(b) the role of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and agriculture/veterinary universities in increasing the yield of milch cattle; and
(c) the amount allocated during the last three years to ICAR and Agriculture/Veterinary universities for the purpose?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) through Project Directorate on Cattle, Meerut is operating All India Coordinated Research Project on Cattle.
The Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying & Fisheries, Government of India is implementing the following schemes for increasing productivity of milch cattle in the country:‐
# National Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding
# National Dairy Plan – I
# Central Cattle Breeding Farms
# Central Frozen Semen Production & Training Institute
# Central Herd Registration Scheme
(b) ICAR through All India Coordinated Research Project on Cattle is understanding research to develop a national milch breed of cattle ‘Frieswal’ as well as working on improvement in milk production of indigenous breeds viz., Gir, Ongole, Sahiwal, Kankrej in collaboration with ICAR Institutes and State Veterinary Universities.
(c) The amount allocated for cattle improvement by ICAR in the year 2009‐10 to 2011‐12 is 1844.00 lakhs.
USE OF ENDOSULFAN 28th August, 2012
LSQ 2638
Shri P. Karunakaran Shri Parvatagouda Chandanagouda Gaddigoudar Shri Parayamparanbil Kuttappan Biju
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Union Government is aware that many pesticides/weedicides which are banned in other countries are used in large scale in agriculture including production of vegetables and fruits which create health hazards;
(b) if so, the details thereof along with the reaction of the Union Government thereto;
(c) the number of complaints received by the Union Government during the last three years and the action taken thereon;
(d) whether the Union Government has requested the Supreme Court to permit the use of Endosulfan in the country for agricultural purpose;
(e) if so, the details thereof and the response of the Supreme Court in this regard;
(f) whether the Union Government proposes to formulate a new agricultural policy regarding judicious use of pesticides and fertilisers and to promote organic fertilisers; and
(g) if so, the details thereof along with the time by which the policy is likely to be implemented?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (c): There are 67 pesticides which are banned or restricted for use in some countries but are registered and used in India by farmers and growers of fruits and vegetables. These pesticides have been reviewed by various Technical Committees which have recommended their continued use with certain conditions. The details are at Annexure‐I.
(d) & (e): Supreme Court vide its order dated 23.4.2012 inter alia directed “…….The Central Government will also ascertain the quantity of raw material, i.e., hccp, which is lying with the three companies and the manner in which the said raw material would be disposed of, whether in bulk or in phased manner. Secondly, the Central Government will also inform this Court as to the disposal of the final product which, we are told, is Endosulfan and which is lying in two Forms, one is Endosulfan Technical and other is Endosulfan formulation……… Subject to checking the figures, broadly, we reiterate that the Central Government shall submit its Report as to the manner of disposal of HCCP and the final product and the period within which the same shall be disposed of/phased out. The Central Government shall place the Report by the second week of July, 2012”.
Therefore, the Ministry of Agriculture has recommended following steps in its Report submitted in the Supreme Court:
1. Stop further import of raw material HCCP
2. Allow manufacture of Endosulfan technical and formulation from existing stock of HCCP
3. Endosulfan Technical and formulation be allowed for export
4. Endosulfan formulation be allowed for use in the country other than Kerala and Karnataka
5. Endosulfan be phased out as per Stockholm Convention
6. It may take 5 years to phase out the stocks through exports and domestic consumption. As per international practice, products are phased out by making an advance announcement of the cut off dates for import or manufacture. The manufacturers plan production in a manner to completely exhaust the raw materials by the cut off dates.
7. The expired stock may be disposed of either through incineration or by export.
(f) & (g): No new agricultural policy regarding judicious use of pesticides & fertilizers or to promote organic fertilizers is being formulated. However, Government is implementing various schemes to promote judicious use of pesticides & fertilizers and to promote organic fertilizers.
ANNEXURE Annexure to reply to parts (A) And (B) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No.2638 By Shri P. Karunakaran, Shri P.C. Gaddigoudar and Shri P.K. Biju due for answer on 28.08.2012 regarding Use of Endosulfan LIST OF PESTICIDES WHICH HAVE BEEN BANNED/SEVERLY RESTRICTED IN SOME COUNTRIES OF THE WORLD BUT ARE STILL BEING USED IN INDIA, ITS REVIEW STATUS, RECOMMENDATIONS AND PRESENT STATUS
S.N. Name of the Reviewed by Expert Recommendation of Present status Pesticide Committee/ Group the Expert headed by Committee/ Group 1 Acephate C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 2 Alachlor 1.H.L. Bami Use to be continued Use continued 2.K.V. Raman To be banned. 3 Aluminum 1 S.N. Banerjee To be permitted for Permitted for Phosphide restricted use restricted use 2.R.B. Singh To be permitted for restricted use
4 Atrazine C.D. Mayee Use to be continued Use continued 5 Benfuracarb C.D. Mayee Use to be continued Use continued 6 Benomyl 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued Use continued 2. K.V. Raman Use to be continued 7 Bifenthrin C.D. Mayee Use to be continued Use continued 8 Butachlor C.D. Mayee Use to be continued Use continued 9 Captan 1.S.N. Banerjee Use to be continued Use continued 2.R.B. Singh Use to be continued 10 Carbaryl 1.S.N. Banerjee Use to be continued Use continued 2.R.B. Singh Use to be continued 11 Carbendazim C.D. Mayee Use to be continued Use continued 12 Carbofuran R.B. Singh Use to be continued Use continued 13 Chlorfenapyr C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 14 Carbosulfan C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 15 Chlorothalonil C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 16 Chlorpyriphos Ranjit Ray Chaudhury Use to be continued. Use continued
17 Dazomet C.D. Mayee To be permitted for Permitted for restricted use. restricted use 18 DDT 1.S.N. Banerjee To be permitted for Permitted for restricted use. restricted use. 2.R.B. Singh To be permitted for restricted use. 19 Deltamethrin C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 20 Diazinon C.D. Mayee To be permitted for Permitted for restricted use. restricted use 21 Dichlorovos C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 22 Dicofol 1.S.N. Banerjee Use to be continued. Use continued 2.R.B. Singh To be permitted for restricted use. 23 Diflubenzuron C. D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued
24 Dimethoate 1.S.N. Banerjee Use to be continued. Use continued 2.R.B. Singh Use to be continued. 25 Dinocap C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 26 Diuron 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued Use continued 2. K.V. Raman Use to be continued 27 Endosulfan* 1.S.N. Banerjee Use to be continued As per Supreme 2.R.B. Singh Use to be continued Court Order, 3.O.P. Dubey Use to be continued manufacture, sale 4. C.D. Mayee Use to be continued and use is presently banned in the country 28 Ethofenprox C.D. Mayee Use to be continued Use continued 29 Fenpropathrin C.D. Mayee Use to be continued Use continued 30 Fenarimol 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued Use continued 2. K.V. Raman Use to be continued
31 Fenitrothion C.D. Mayee To be permitted for Permitted for restricted use. restricted use 32 Fenthion C.D. Mayee To be permitted for Permitted for restricted use. restricted use 33 Iprodione C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 34 2,4‐D 1.S.N. Banerjee Use to be continued Use continued 2.R.B. Singh Use to be continued 35 Kasugamycin C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 36 Linuron C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 37 Lindane 1.S.N. Banerjee To be permitted for Banned** restricted use. 2.R.B. Singh Use to be continued. 38 Methomyl 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued Use continued 2. K.V. Raman To be permitted for restricted use. 39 Methoxy Ethyl R.B. Singh Use to be continued Permitted for Mercury restricted use Chloride 40 Methyl 1.S.N. Banerjee To be permitted for Permitted for Parathion restricted use. restricted use 2.R.B. Singh To be permitted for restricted use. 41 Malathion R.B. Singh Use to be continued. Use continued 42 Mancozeb C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 43 Mepiquat C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued Chloride 44 Metaldehyde C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 45 Monocrotophos 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued Permitted for 2. K.V. Raman To be permitted for restricted use restricted use. 3. C.D. Mayee To be permitted for restricted use. 46 Oxyflurofen 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued Use continued 2. K.V. Raman Use to be continued. 47 Paraquat R.B. Singh Use to be continued. Use continued Dichloride 48 Pendimethalin C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 49 Phorate 1.S.N. Banerjee Use to be continued. Use continued 2.R.B. Singh To be permitted for restricted use. 50 Phosphomidon 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued Use continued 2. K.V. Raman To be banned. 51 Pretilachlor R.B. Singh Use to be continued. Use continued 52 Propargite C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 53 Propineb C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 54 Quinalphos C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 55 Sodium cyanide 1.S.N. Banerjee To be permitted for Permitted for restricted use. restricted use
2.R.B. Singh To be permitted for restricted use. 56 Sulfosulfurone C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 57 Thiodecarb C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued 58 Thiometon 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued Use continued 2. K.V. Raman Use to be continued 59 Thiphanate C.D. Mayee Use to be continued. Use continued Methyl 60 Thiram R.B. Singh To be permitted for Use continued restricted use. 61 Triazophos 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued Use continued 2. K.V. Raman To be permitted for restricted use. 62 Trichlorofon C.D. Mayee Use to be continued Use continued 63 Tridemorph 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued Use continued 2.R.B. Singh Use to be continued 64 Trifluralin C.D. Mayee Use to be continued Use continued 65 Zinc Phosphide 1.S.N. Banerjee Use to be continued Use continued 2.R.B. Singh Use to be continued 66 Zineb 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued Use continued 2. K.V. Raman Use to be continued. 67 Ziram 1. H.L. Bami Use to be continued Use continued 2. K.V. Raman Use to be continued. # Endosulfan has been banned by the Supreme Court of India w.e.f. 13.05.2011 for production, use and sale all over India till further orders vide ad‐interim order in the Writ Petition (Civil) No. 213 of 2011. Limited quantity which was already manufactured before the ban order has been allowed for export by Hon’ble Supreme Court of India. ## Lindane (Banned vide Gazette Notification No. S.O. 637(E) Dated 25.03.2011) ‐ Banned for Manufacture, import, Formulate w.e.f. 25th March, 2011and use has been banned 2 years from this date .
DRY LAND FARMING 28th August, 2012
LSQ 2639
Shri Bhismshankar Alias Kushal Tiwari
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) the area under dry land farming in the country, State‐wise;
(b) the production of crops under dry land farming during each of the last three years and the current year, State‐wise and crop‐wise;
(c) the details of the measures taken by the Government for maintaining soil moisture level in dry land farming;
(d) whether any external assistance has been provided by some international agencies; and
(e) if so, the details thereof, agency‐wise?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): It is estimated that about 76.77 million ha of net sown area is cultivated under rainfed conditions. State‐wise area under rainfed farming is given at Annexure‐I.
(b): Separate estimates on production of crops under irrigated and rainfed conditions are not maintained in Ministry of Agriculture. However, as per available data (2008‐09) major rainfed/dryland crops and their percentage of coverage under rainfed conditions are : rice (41%), Jowar (91%), bajra (91%), maize (75%), gram (66%), tur (95%), groundnut (79%) and soyabean (99%). Production of major rainfed crops with area coverage for the year 2008‐09 to 2010‐11 are given at Annexure‐II (A to (C).
(c) to (e): Watershed programmes are instrumental for soil and moisture conservation in rainfed areas. Following watershed programmes are being implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Ministry of Rural Development:
Ministry of Agriculture
1. National Watershed Development Project for Rainfed Areas (NWDPRA). 2. Soil Conservation in the Catchments of River Valley Project and Flood Prone River (RVP& FPR).
Ministry of Rural Development
1. Integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP).
Besides above, watershed development projects with World Bank assistance are being implemented by Government of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand.
Annexure‐I to Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 2639 for reply on 28.8.2012 Un‐irrigated (Rainfed ) Area in Different States (2009‐10)
Area in ‘000 ha Sl. State Un‐irrigated Area)
1 Andaman & Nicobar 15
2 Andhra Pradesh 5777
3 Arunachal Pradesh 156
4 Assam 2614
5 Bihar 1938
6 Chandigarh 00
7 Chhattisgarh 3361
8 Dadra & Nagar Haveli 16
9 Daman & Diu# 4
10 Delhi 00
11 Goa 103
12 Gujarat 5966
13 Haryana 481
14 Himachal Pradesh 434
15 Jammu & Kashmir 418
16 Jharkhand 1149
17 Karnataka 7014
18 Kerala 1692
19 Lakshadweep 2
20 Madhya Pradesh 8080
21 Maharashtra 14146
22 Manipur 181
23 Meghalaya 221
24 Mizoram 113
25 Nagaland 288
26 Orissa 3394
27 Pondicherry 3
28 Punjab 85
29 Rajasthan 11125
30 Sikkim 63
31 Tamil Nadu 2028
32 Tripura 222
33 Uttar Pradesh 3132
34 Uttarakhand 403
35 West Bengal 2144
India 76768
Source: Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India
ANNEXURE‐IIA
State‐wise area of major foodgrains (from rainfed and irrigated areas together)
Area '000 ha, production '000 tonnes
Sl. State Rice (2008‐09) Rice (2009‐10) Rice(2010‐11) Jowar (2008‐09) Jowar (2009‐10) Jowar(2010‐11 Maize (2008‐09) Maize (2009‐10) Maize(2010‐11) Area Prod. Area Prod. Area Prod. Area Prod. Area Prod. Area Prod. Area Prod. Area Prod. Area Prod. 1 Andhra Pradesh 4387 14241 3441 10538 4751 14418 279 436 385 437 254 308 852 4152 783 2762 744 3956 2 Arunachal Pradesh 126.8 163.9 121.5 215.8 121.6 234 0 0 0 0 0 0 42.9 58.8 43.6 60.2 45.1 64.7 3 Assam 2484.2 4008.5 2495.8 4335.9 2570.3 4736.6 0 0 0 0 0 0 17.4 12.6 19.5 14.1 19.8 14.3 4 Bihar 3496 5590.3 3213.7 3599.3 2832.5 3102.1 2.4 2.5 1.7 1.8 3.1 3.3 640.5 1714 631.7 1478.7 645.5 1439.6 5 Chattisgarh 3734 4391.8 3670.7 4110.4 3702.5 6159 4.9 7 4.7 5.9 5.9 8.5 100.1 140.3 102.4 143.3 102.7 185.6 6 Goa 50 123.3 47.1 100.6 46.6 115 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.1 0.6 0.1 0.6 0 0 7 Gujarat 747 1303 679 1292 808 1496.6 174 208 163 171 125 139 499 739 497 533 501 820.3 8 Haryana 1210 3298 1205 3625 1245 3472 81 41 72 36 72 36 11.3 24.4 12 27 10 19 9 Himachal Pradesh 77.7 118.3 76.7 105.9 77.1 128.9 0 0 0 0 0 0 297.7 676.6 295.4 543.2 296.4 670.9 10 Jammu & Kashmir 257.6 563.1 259.9 497.4 261.3 507.7 4.4 2.5 4.4 2.5 0.1 0 315.8 633.2 311 487 308.2 527.7 11 Jharkhand 1683.6 3420.2 995 1538.4 720.3 1110 0.5 0.3 0.2 0.1 0.3 0.1 216 304 163.2 190.7 215.4 261.7 12 Karnataka 1514 3802 1487 3691 1540 4188 1382 1629 1369 1406 1243 1467 1069 3029 1240 3013 1288 4444 13 Kerala 234.3 590.3 234 598.3 213.2 522.7 2.3 1.2 2.5 1.9 2.2 1.1 0 0 0 0 0 0 14 Madhya Pradesh 1682.3 1559.7 1445.7 1260.6 1602.9 1772.1 481.4 574.3 445.9 564.9 432 616 841.1 1144.4 832.3 1045.2 830.6 1051.5 15 Maharashtra 1522 2284 1470 2183 1518 2696 4071 3586.6 4176 3566 4060 3452 655 1560 794 1828 891 2602 16 Manipur 168.4 397 169.4 319.9 212.7 521.7 0 0 0 0 0 0 4.3 11.5 4.8 11.7 22.4 41.5 17 Meghalaya 108.1 203.9 108.2 206.7 108.3 207 0 0 0 0 0 0 17.1 25.7 17.2 26.3 17.3 25.9 18 Mizoram 52 46 47.2 44.3 40.7 47.2 0 0 0 0 0 0 9.6 9.3 8.5 11.5 9 13.6 19 Nagaland 173.1 345.1 168.6 240.3 181.4 381.4 0.1 0.1 0.2 0.1 0.1 0.1 64.4 115.9 68.1 73.2 68.4 134 20 Orissa 4454.7 6812.7 4365.1 6917.5 4225.7 6827.7 8.9 5.6 9 5.8 8.9 5.4 67.1 134.7 81.2 175.1 117.2 298.8 21 Punjab 2735 11000 2802 11236 2831 10837 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0 0 151 514 139 475 133 491 22 Rajasthan 133.4 241.1 150.7 228.3 131.1 265.5 576.6 332.9 718.5 104.2 726.9 508.9 1052.9 1828.2 1096.9 1145.7 1143.1 2052.9 23 Sikkim 14.7 21.7 13 24.3 12.1 21 0 0 0 0 0 0 37.7 58.2 39.5 66 40.2 66.2 24 Tamil Nadu 1931.8 5182.7 1845.5 5665.2 1905.7 5792.4 258.9 214.1 238.6 221.7 243.5 247 286.6 1257.8 244.2 1144.3 230.5 1027.5 25 Tripura 242.5 627.1 245.6 640 264.6 702.5 0 0 0 0 0 0 2.1 2 2 2 3.1 4.1 26 Uttar Pradesh 6034 13097 5186.7 10807.1 5657 11992 193 195 191 169 201 207 799 1198 709 1039 754 1114 27 Uttarakhand 296 582 294 608 289.5 550.4 0 0 0 0 0 0 33 43 28 38 28.4 42.6 28 West Bengal 5935.7 15037.3 5630.1 14340.7 4944.1 13045.9 1.1 0.5 1.5 0.6 0 0 90.8 343.5 97.7 385.2 88.6 352.3 29 A&N Islands 7.9 22.1 8.1 24.9 8.4 23.9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.2 0.6 0.2 0.4 0.2 0.4
30 D&N Haveli 13.6 23.4 12.5 13.5 10.8 20.8 0.5 0.4 0.5 0.4 0.4 0.4 0 0 0 0 0 0 31 Delhi 7.4 31.4 6.8 29 7 29.4 8.8 8.5 3.3 3.2 3.4 3.3 0.1 0.1 0 0 0.1 3.6 32 Daman & Diu 1.8 3.8 2 3.3 2 3.3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 33 Pondicherry 20.8 50.8 20.9 52.4 20 52 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 All India 45537.4 99182.5 41918.5 89093 42862.4 95979.8 7530.9 7245.6 7787.1 6698.2 7381.8 7003.1 8173.8 19731.4 8261.5 16719.4 8553.2 21725.7
Source:‐ Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Ministry of Agriculture , Govt. of India
Annexure to Lok Sabha Untarred Question NO. 2639 for answer on 28.8.2012
Annexure II‐B
area '000 Hectares, Production '000 Tonnes
State‐wise area and production of major pulses (from rainfed and irrigated areas together)
Tur(208‐09) Tur(2009‐10) Tur (2010‐11) Gram(2008‐09) Gram (2009‐10) Gram(2010‐11) Sl. State Area Production Area Production Area Production Area Production Area Production Area Production 1 Andhra Pradesh 443 202 463 203 638.8 265 607 857 647 846 584 720 2 Arunachal Pradesh 0.4 0.4 0.6 0.5 0.6 0.5 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 Assam 5.4 3.8 6.2 4.4 7.1 5.1 1.7 0.9 1.8 0.9 1.8 0.9 4 Bihar 28.1 33.1 27.9 42.2 26 36.5 61.2 56.6 57.6 58.4 50.8 60.3 5 Chattisgarh 53 30.9 60 30.6 55 24.2 239.7 199.2 252.2 221.9 251.9 241.5 6 Goa 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 Gujarat 266 263 266 241 277 273 175 177 132 125 176 200 8 Haryana 33 36 22 23 25 27 123 128 84 62 112 110 9 Himachal Pradesh 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.4 0.6 0.6 10 Jammu & Kashmir 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.3 0.2 0.2 0.1 0.2 0.1 11 Jharkhand 103.4 63.7 61.2 53.3 103.8 71.2 89.5 80.3 63 57.6 69.9 73.5 12 Karnataka 597 315 604 282 891 529 726 401 972 574 959 631 13 Kerala 0 0 2.6 4 2 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 14 Madhya Pradesh 321.2 258.4 362.1 308 487.5 164.5 2840.5 2786.4 3085.5 3304.1 3112.1 2686.6 15 Maharashtra 1009 605 1093 919 1302 976 1143 774 1291 1114 1438 1300 16 Manipur 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 17 Meghalaya 0.8 0.6 0.8 0.6 0.8 0.6 0.5 0.3 0.6 0.3 0.6 0.3 18 Mizoram 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 19 Nagaland 3.2 3 3 2.1 2.5 2.1 0.3 0.2 0.6 0.4 0.7 0.5 20 Orissa 138.5 119.1 132.9 111.8 135.4 124 37.6 24.9 45 33.7 41.9 32.7
21 Punjab 5.9 5.7 4.6 4.4 4.2 3.9 2.9 3.4 3 3.4 2.1 2.7 22 Rajasthan 19.3 14.9 18.3 7 21.3 16.2 1259.5 981.2 884.4 534.6 1783.3 1600.7 23 Sikkim 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 24 Tamil Nadu 29.3 17.8 26.5 20.3 35.8 23.7 6.9 4.4 7.4 4.5 7.3 4.9 25 Tripura 1 0.7 1 0.7 1.2 0.9 0.3 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.3 0.2 26 Uttar Pradesh 315 288 305 202 344 309 554 562 618 509 570 530 27 Uttarakhand 3 2 2 2 1.7 1.2 1 0 1 1 0.5 0.4 28 West Bengal 0.6 0.5 0.8 0.6 1.6 2.2 21.7 22.5 21.8 24.2 22.1 23.7 29 A&N Islands 0 0 0.3 0.2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 30 D&N Haveli 1.5 1.3 1.5 1.2 2 1.6 0.2 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.4 0.4 31 Delhi 0.3 0.6 0.4 0.7 0.4 0.7 0 0.1 0 0.1 0.1 0.1 32 Daman & Diu 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 33 Pondicherry 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 All India 3377.9 2265.5 3465.7 2464.6 4366.7 2861.1 7892.5 7060.2 8169.2 7475.9 9185.6 8221.1 Source:‐ Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India
ECOLOGICALLY SUITABLE FARMING METHODS 28th August, 2012
LSQ 2668
Dr. M. Jagannath
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government has constituted an expert panel to study and recommend on the farming practices in the Western Ghats;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether the said expert panel has recommended urgent curtailment of the disastrous farming practices in the Western Ghats;
(d) if so, the details thereof along with the other recommendations of the said panel; and
(e) the measures being contemplated by the Government to promote ecologically suitable farming methods in the area?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): In view of the environmental sensitivity and ecological significance of the Western Ghats region and the complex interstate nature of its geography, as well as possible impacts of climate change on this region, the Ministry of Environment & Forests Government of India has constituted, by an order dated 4th March 2010, a Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel (WGEEP).
The panel has been asked to perform the following functions:
(i) To assess the current status of ecology of the Western Ghats region.
(ii) To demarcate areas within the Western Ghats Region which need to be notified as ecologically sensitive and to recommend for notification of such areas as ecologically sensitive zones under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. In doing so, the Panel shall review the existing reports such as the Mohan Ram Committee Report, Hon’ble Supreme Court’s decisions, recommendations of the National Board for Wildlife and consult all concerned State Governments.
(iii) To make recommendations for the conservation, protection and rejuvenation of the Western Ghats Region following a comprehensive consultation process involving people and Governments of all the concerned States.
(iv) To suggest measures for effective implementation of the notifications issued by the Government of India in the Ministry of Environment and Forests declaring specific areas in the Western Ghats Region as eco‐sensitive zones under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
(v) To recommend the modalities for the establishment of Western Ghats Ecology Authority under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 which will be a professional body to manage the ecology of the region and to ensure its sustainable development with the support of all concerned states.
(vi) To deal with any other relevant environment and ecological issues pertaining to Western Ghats Region, including those which may be referred to it by the Central Government in the Ministry of Environment and Forests.
(c) & (d): The recommendation of the expert panel on Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Fisheries are as follows:‐
Agriculture: Promote organic agricultural practices, introduce incentive payments for sequestration of carbon in soils, introduce incentive payments for maintenance of select traditional cultivars, encourage participatory breeding programmes to improve productivity of traditional cultivars, encourage precision agricultural practices. No GMOs. Phase out all use of chemical pesticides/ weedicides and chemical fertilizers within five to ten years.
Animal Husbandry: Introduce incentive payments as “conservation service charges” for maintenance of land races of livestock, redeploy subsidies for chemical fertilizers towards maintenance of livestock and production of biogas and generation of organic manure.
Fisheries: Strictly control use of dynamite and other explosives to kill fish, Provide fish ladders at all reservoirs, Introduce incentive payments as “conservation service charges” for maintenance of indigenous fish species in tanks under control of Biodiversity Management Committees or Fishermen’s co‐operatives, monitors and control trade in aquarium fishes with the help of Biodiversity Management Committees.
(e) The Panel has since submitted its report to the Ministry of Environment & Forest. In order to examine the Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel Report in a holistic and multidisciplinary fashion, the Ministry has constituted a High Level Working Group under the Chairmanship of Dr. K. Kasturirangan, Member (Science), Planning Commission.
USAGE OF PESTICIDES IN FISHERIES 28th August, 2012
LSQ 2669
Shri M. K. Raghavan
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether it is a fact that the usage of pesticides for preserving fishes including dry fish has been increased manifold; and
(b) If so, the action taken by the Government to stop the usage of pesticides in fisheries?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR.CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) & (b) The Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying & Fisheries, Ministry of Agriculture has received no reports regarding the usage of pesticides for preservation of fishes in the country.
DROUGHT PROBLEM 28th August, 2012
LSQ 2694
Shri Shafiqur Rahman Barq
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government has received some important suggestions from the organisations like ASSOCHAM and Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) to deal with the problem of drought in some States;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the response of the Government thereon?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (c): Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India has not received any specific suggestions from ASSOCHAM and Confederation of of Indian Industry (CII) to deal with the problem of drought. However, CII had submitted the Pre‐Budget Memorandum containing recommendations for Union Budget 2012‐13 relating to agriculture sector. These recommendations include capital grants for projects; creation of a development fund to give boost to research, processing, storage/infrastructure projects in agriculture and food sector; provision of working capital and interest subsidy etc. CII in its Memorandum also made following suggestions to increase the productivity in agri and food supply chain:
# Restructuring extension services under PPP models at National level to make services more effective.
# FDI in retail to be encouraged in rural areas as this will help in upgradation of supply chain infrastructure, better products/prices to rural customers, employment etc.
# Fiscal incentives to rural business hubs need to be considered in ‐ order to provide better agri solutions to the farmers.
# Increasing the scop Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme (DEDS), viz. dairy farming to include large scale farms (up to 50‐100 animals)
# The nutrient based subsidy mechanism needs to be extended for all fertilizers, including urea as well.
MICRO IRRIGATION 14th August 2012
LSQ 2720
Smt. Annu Tandon Smt. Meena Singh Shri Jagdish Thakor Smt. Rama Devi
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government is considering special schemes to promote drip irrigation and micro irrigation under the National Mission on Micro Irrigation in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof, State‐wise;
(c) the assistance provided by the Government to various States during the Eleventh Five Year Plan period, State‐ wise;
(d) whether any subsidy is provided to the farmers under the schemes;
(e) if so, the number of farmers benefited under the schemes during the year 2011‐12, State‐wise; and
(f) the success achieved by the Government in implementing these schemes, State‐ wise?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): A Centrally Sponsored Scheme on Micro Irrigation was launched in all the States, except North Eastern and Himalayan States, in January, 2006. It has been up scaled as `National Mission on Micro Irrigation` (NMMI) in June, 2010 covering all States in the Country.
(c): Details of assistance provided under the scheme to the States during the Eleventh Five Year Plan period are given in Annexure ‐I.
(d): Cost of drip/Sprinkler irrigation system is shared in the ratio of 50:10:40 between Central Government, State Government and the beneficiary in case of Small and Marginal farmers whereas in the case of general category farmers, the said ratio is 40:10:50.
(e): State‐wise number of farmers benefited under the NMMI scheme is given in Annexure ‐ II.
(f): State‐wise details of area covered under Micro Irrigation scheme are given in Annexure ‐ III.
Annexure‐I
Statement with reference to Part (c) of Lok Sabha unstarred question No. 2720 for 28.08.2012 regarding Micro Irrigation
Assistance Provided Under National Mission on Micro Irrigation During the Eleventh Five Year Plan Period
Rs in crore S.No. States 2007‐08 2008‐09 2009‐10 2010‐11 2011‐12 2012‐13 Total
1 Andhra Pradesh 57.48 97.27 143.11 240.00 287.20 145.84 825.06
2 Bihar 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4.50 35.00 4.50
3 Chattisgarh 7.83 9.54 12.52 10.19 35.00 20.00 75.08
4 Goa 0.00 0.02 0.11 0.24 0.25 0.00 0.62
5 Gujarat 73.50 48.99 44.47 120.00 166.64 95.00 453.60
6 Haryana 6.04 12.07 2.12 13.61 19.93 15.00 53.77
7 Jharkhand 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.50 9.91 12.50 11.41
8 Karnataka 68.65 73.19 63.81 92.54 109.65 74.60 407.84
9 Kerala 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2.00 1.00 2.00
10 Madhya Pradesh 7.00 46.50 34.75 79.61 109.64 31.75 277.50
11 Maharashtra 138.97 147.48 107.07 222.37 249.80 0.00 865.69
12 Orissa 1.08 3.38 5.28 8.10 8.23 6.00 26.07
13 Punjab 4.27 5.05 8.59 12.61 16.00 0.00 46.52
14 Rajasthan 23.41 23.82 56.93 120.00 130.95 0.00 355.11
15 Tamil Nadu 22.00 0.00 0.00 65.91 66.25 40.62 154.16
16 Uttar Pradesh 0.00 1.50 0.00 8.12 0.00 5.95 9.62
17 West Bengal 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
NE & Himalayan 18 States* 0.00 0.00 0.00 2.25 10.00 1.50 13.75
* NMMI Scheme introduced in 2010‐11
Annexure‐II
Statement with reference to Part (e) of Lok Sabha Unstarred question No. 2720 for 28.08.2012 regarding Micro Irrigation
Number of farmers benefited under the National Mission on Micro Irrigation during 2011‐12
S.No. States Farmers
1 Andhra Pradesh ∙123773
2 Bihar 11832
3 Chattisgarh 19198
4 Goa 99
5 Gujarat 42326
6 Haryana 5508
7 Jharkhand 8619
8 Karnataka 75462
9 Kerala 4392
10 Madhya Pradesh 33002
11 Maharashtra 118000
12 Orissa 6007
13 Punjab 4477
14 Rajasthan 57988
15 Tamil Nadu 24556
16 Uttar Pradesh 3065
17 West Bengal 91
18 NE & Himalayan States* 2595
* NMMI Scheme introduced in 2010‐11 Annexure‐III
Statement with reference to Part (f) of Lok Sabha unstarred question No. 2720 for 28.08.2012 regarding Micro Irrigation
Area covered under National Mission on Micro Irrigation (2005‐06 to July 2012) Area Covered S.No. State (000’ha)
I. Andhra Pradesh 718
2. Bihar 41
3. Chattisgarh 112
4. Goa 0.50
5. Gujarat 361
6. Haryana 51
7. Jharkh and 8
8. Karnataka 448
9. Kerala 12
10. Madhya Pradesh 159
II. Maharashtra 619
12. Orissa 46
13. Punjab 24
14. Rajasthan 589
15. Tamil Nadu 103
16. Uttar Pradesh 17
17. West Bengal 0.77
18. NE & Himalayan States* 0.78
Total 3310.05
* NMMI scheme introduced in 2010‐11
ORGANIC FOOD 4th September, 2012
LSQ *325
Shri Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) the area under organic farming along with the volume and value of organic cash and food crops grown in the country during each of the last three years;
(b) the countries which are leading in the production of organic crops and India`s position in this regard;
(c) whether the Government has taken adequate steps to promote organic food in the country; and
(d) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (d): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (d) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 325 DUE FOR REPLY ON 4TH SEPTEMBER, 2012.
(a): The cultivable land under organic certification including wild collection area stands at 4.5 million hectare, 4.4 million hectare and 5.5 million hectare during 2009‐10, 2010‐11 and 2011‐12 respectively. Volume of production, exports and value of exports of organic food crops including cash crops, medicinal plants, cotton and wild collection are as under:
Year Production (in million tons) Export Quantity Value (Rs. in crore) (tons) of export 2009‐10 1.70 58408 525.50 2010‐11 3.88 69837 699.00 2011‐12 0.69# 147800 1866.33
Source: APEDA
#Provisional (as per new method of monitoring through web based Tracenet System)
(b): According to the data provided by Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), countries with largest area under organic cultivation are Australia – 12 million hectare, Argentina – 4.4 million hectare and United States – 1.95 million hectare. India with 1.18 million hectare under certified organic cultivation is at the 7th position.
(c) & (d): Government is providing the following incentives under “National Horticulture Mission” (NHM) for promotion of organic farming:
(i) For adoption of organic farming, @Rs.10,000/‐ per hectare for maximum area of 4 hectare per beneficiary,
(ii) For setting up of vermi‐compost units, incentives @ 50% of the cost, subject to a maximum of Rs.30,000/‐ per beneficiary,
(iii) For organic farming certification, incentives @ Rs.5.00 lakh for a group of farmers covering an area of 50 hectare.
In addition, to ensure increased availability of compost and biofertilizers, financial assistance is provided for setting up of mechanized compost plants from vegetables and fruit wastes and bio‐fertilizer production units and capacity building programmes on organic farming are being organized under National Project on Organic Farming (NPOF).
APEDA is providing various services such as certification, notification of standards, assistance for promotion of exports of organic products etc., under, National Programme on Organic Production (NPOP).
Under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY), States are free to provide assistance for promotion of organic farming.
IMPACT OF DEFICIENT MONSOON 4th September, 2012
LSQ *331
Shri Tathagata Satpathy Shri Gajendra Singh Rajukhedi
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐ a) whether the Government has assessed the impact of improved monsoon in July‐ August 2012 on foodgrains production; b) if so, the details thereof;
c) whether the Government has constituted an Empowered Group of Ministers (EGoM) to assess and expeditiously mitigate the impact of deficient rainfall/drought like situation in many parts of the country on farmers;
d) if so, whether the said EGoM has convened any meetings and suggested remedial measures/action to tackle the situation; and
e) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 331 DUE FOR REPLY ON 4TH SEPTEMBER, 2012.
(a) & (b): Rainfall deficiency in the country by the end of June, 2012 was 29% of Long Period Average (LPA). However, it progressively reduced to 20% by the end of July, 2012 and was 12% of LPA as on 29th August, 2012. Improved monsoon conditions in July and August, 2012 have helped in increasing kharif area coverage to 95.43 million hectare, as on 31st August, 2012, against normal sown area of 96.09 million hectare. Details of area coverage so far under different crops is at Annexure‐I.
(c) to (e): Government has constituted an Empowered Group of Ministers (EGoM) to review the situation and take quick and timely decisions for effective management of drought. EGoM in its meeting held on 31st July, 2012 has taken several decisions to expeditiously mitigate the impact of deficient rainfall/drought like situation in many parts of the country. A summary of decisions taken by the EGoM is at Annexure‐II.
Annexure‐II
Summary of decisions taken by EGoM in its meeting held on 31.07.2012
Empowered Group of Ministers (EGoM) to review the situation and take quick and timely decisions on policy issues as well as on other issues for effective management of drought, has taken the following decisions to mitigate effects of deficiency in rainfall:
a) Approval of Diesel Subsidy Scheme: The diesel subsidy scheme will provide 50% of cost of diesel as subsidy to the farmers for providing supplementary/protective irrigation to standing crops. The Scheme will be applicable in following areas: i. Districts where the rainfall deficit was more than 50% as on 15th July, 2012, as reported by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). ii. Talukas / districts which were declared as drought affected areas by the respective State Governments; and iii. Areas with prolonged dry spell continuously for 15 days, i.e. scanty rainfall (deficit of 60% or more of normal) for any continuous 15 days period, starting from 15th July 2012 onwards, as per reports of IMD. b) Enhancement of ceiling in seeds subsidy: In order to partially recompense the farmer for the expenditure in re‐ sowing and/or purchasing drought tolerant variety of seeds, enhancement of ceiling in seed subsidies has been approved as under:‐ i. Ceiling is enhanced from the rate of Rs. 500 per quintal to Rs. 700 per quintal in respect of cereals, from Rs. 1200 per quintal to Rs. 2000 per quintal in respect of pulses and oilseeds, and from Rs. 800 per quintal to Rs. 1000 per quintal in respect of coarse cereals. ii. This will be applicable under various ongoing schemes of DAC namely Integrated Scheme of Oilseeds, Pulses, Oilpalm and Maize (ISOPOM), National Food Security Mission (NFSM), Macro Management of Agriculture (MMA), and Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY), Initiative for Nutritional Security through Intensive Millets Programme
(INSIMP) and Bringing Green Revolution in Eastern India Programme (BGREI) etc. c) Additional allocation for Fodder: For enhancing fodder production, additional allocation of Rs. 50 crore has been approved under Central Sector Scheme on Fodder & Feed. d) Waiver of import duty for fodder ingredient: For increasing availability of fodder ingredients, waiver of import duty on de‐oiled soya extract, groundnut oil cake, sunflower oil cake, canola oil meal, mustard oil cake and maize, including maize bran has been approved. e) Fast tracking of releases in NRDWP and IWMP: Keeping in view emerging needs in affected regions, fast tracking of releases under National Rural Drinking Water Programme (NRDWP) and Integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP) has been approved.
RESEARCH ON MEDICINAL PLANTS 4th September, 2012
LSQ 3686
Shri Harischandra Deoram Chavan
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
a) whether the Government has initiated any ad‐hoc mission for carrying out research on medicinal plants throughout the country; b) if so, the details thereof; c) whether the Government has taken any measures to check exploitation by foreigners who are visiting India in the name of research study and importing medicinal plants at a huge cost in the name of foreign origin; and d) if so, the details thereof ?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): The National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB) is implementing two centrally sponsored schemes entitled “National Mission on Medicinal Plants” and “Conservation, development and sustainable management of medicinal plants”. ICAR has initiated research projects on different aspects of Noni, Bael, Jamun etc. funded by National Medicinal Plant Board at Central Agricultural Research Institute, Portblair; Central Institute for Arid Horticulture, Bikaner and Central Institute of Subtropical Horticulture, Lucknow. The Central Institute of Medicinal & Aromatic Plants (CIMAP) under CSIR also undertakes research on medicinal & aromatic plants at Lucknow.
(c) & (d): The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) was established in 2003 to implement India’s Biological Diversity Act (2002). The Act covers conservation, use of biological resources and provides a framework for access to biological resources. The Act covers foreigners, non‐resident Indians, body corporate, association or organization that is either not incorporated in India or incorporated in India with non‐Indian participation in its share capital or management. These individuals or entities require the approval of the National Biodiversity Authority when they use biological resources and associated knowledge occurring in India for commercial or research purposes or for the purpose of bio‐survey or bio‐utilisation.
INTENSIVE DAIRY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME 4th September, 2012
LSQ 3709
Shri Dilip Singh Judeo
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Union Government has received a proposal from the State Government of Chhattisgarh under the Intensive Dairy Development Programme (IDDP);
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether the State Government intends to implement the programme in all the districts of the State; and
(d) if so, the current status thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES {DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) & (c) The Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying & Fisheries has received following four project proposals from State Government of Chhattisgarh, which have been approved under Intensive Dairy Development Programme (IDDP):
(Rs in lakh) Amount released Project Approved cost Year of approval Districts Covered (up to 30.08.2012) Present status I 287 1993‐94 Central Bastar 287 Completed II 700.63 2001‐02 Raigarh and 264.2 Ongoing Ambikapur III 849.16 2001‐02 Koriya, and 305 Ongoing Jashpur Kabirdham (Kawardha) IV 1031.61 2011‐12 Raipur, 267.25 Ongoing Rajnandgaon, Mahasamund and Dhamtari
(c)& (d) Apart from is above four proposals, no other proposal under the IDDP scheme has been received from the State Government of Chhattisgarh.
CENSUS ON CATTLE 4th September, 2012
LSQ 3728
Smt. Bijoya Chakravarty
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) Whether the Government has conducted any census on domestic cattle in Assam; and
(b) if so, the details and the outcome thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (Dr. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) & (b) The Government conducted latest Livestock (including Domestic Cattle) Census in 2007 in all the States/UTs of the Indian Union including Assam. As per the census there were 1,00,41,269 cattle in Ass‐am. The details of the cattle population in Assam is as under;
Exotic and Crossbred Cattle indigenous Cattle Male 1.21,997 47,35,301 Female 2,88,475 48,95,496 TotaS 4,10.472 36.30,797
Source; 18th Livestock Census 2007, All India Report based on Quick Tabulation Plan Village Level Totals (Provisional) REVIEW OF NGOS 4th September, 2012
LSQ 3739
Shri Bhoopendra Singh
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) the details of financial assistance provided to NGOs working in the agriculture sector in the country including Madhya Pradesh during the last three years and the current year, State‐wise;
(b) the work done by such NGOs during the above period;
(c) whether the Government has reviewed the work of these NGOs; and
(d) if so, the details and the outcome thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): Normally, assistance to NGOs working in the field of Agriculture is not provided directly by the Government of India in any State including Madhya Pradesh. The States provide such assistance to NGOs under some activities in schemes and programmes at their level as per applicable guidelines.
ICAR has sanctioned 99 Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) under the administrative control of NGOs in the country including 7 KVKs in the State of Madhya Pradesh. Funds were provided to NGOs for KVK’s activities and not for NGO’s activities.
The details of financial assistance provided to NGOs during the last three years and current year have been given at Annexure‐I.
(b): Nature of activities undertaken by NGOs in Agriculture Sector under the scheme of Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA), National Food Security Mission (NFSM) and KVKs include:‐
(i) Operationalization of Farm School. (ii) Farmers Training.
(iii) Exposure Visits of farmers. (iv) Field Day/ Kisan Goshti. (v) Front Line Demonstrations/ On farm trials (vi) District level exhibition / fairs. (vii) Formation of Famers Producers Organizations. (viii) To assess, refine and demonstrate technologies/ products.
(c): Yes, Madam.
(d): Like in the entire country, in Madhya Pradesh also, the Project Director (ATMA) of the district concerned directly monitors the activities by NGOs under the ATMA scheme. Their work and activities are also reviewed by the respective District Level Committees headed by the District Collector. State level review also takes place. The officers of the Government of India also review their work during their tours to States.
Under NFSM, in Madhya Pradesh, the review is done by the Managing Director (SFAC) and Director of Farmer Welfare & Agriculture Development.
The work of all KVKs, including those run by NGOs is reviewed on a regular basis by holding scientific advisory committees, review workshops and field visits.
The outcomes include:‐
(i) Enhanced capacity building of farmers, resulting in improved work efficiency and technical knowledge.
(ii) Motivation of Farmers Interest Group (FIG) leading to agri‐business entrepreneurship.
(iii) Creation of awareness among 40.7 lakh farmers and other stakeholders through organization of 1.57 lakh extension activities by KVKs under NGOs.
(iv) Flow of benefits to 6.32 lakh farmers and extension personnel through 68722 on farm trials and front line demonstration and 24949 training programme conducted by KVKs under NGOs.
Annexure-I LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNATARRED QUESTION NO.3739 DATED 4-09-2012 Details of funds given to NGOs working in Agriculture Sector in Madhya Pradesh. Rs. in Lakh Year Financial Assistance Provided (Rs. in lakh) Extension Reforms NFSM 2009-10 556.784 NIL 2010-11 345.670 NIL 2011-12 456.944 580.00 2012-13 NIL NIL
Year-wise Fund Released to NGOs for KVKs Sl. No. State 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 Funds Total released so far during 2012-13 1 Haryana 125.95 196.82 154.67 84.68 562.12 2 Bihar 138.36 308.04 348.75 192.00 987.15 3 Jharkhand 153.89 296.40 395.51 205.00 1050.80 4 West Bengal 102.51 219.41 222.35 127.25 671.52
5 Manipur 101.35 372.39 249.66 81.50 804.90 6 Tripura 46.60 133.19 85.10 40.50 305.39 7 Uttar Pradesh 489.15 980.76 867.62 371.27 2708.80 Andhra 8 394.64 909.33 580.89 228.15 Pradesh 2113.01 9 Maharastra 940.07 2143.73 2077.50 813.17 5974.47 10 Rajasthan 212.40 515.34 385.75 293.61 1407.10 11 Gujarat 311.21 635.66 533.55 362.59 1843.01 Madhya 12 303.81 539.99 474.42 198.90 Pradesh 1517.12 13 Karnataka 209.70 583.33 416.90 209.75 1419.68 14 Tamil Nadu 567.75 1344.39 935.62 347.13 3194.89 15 Kerala 150.05 359.72 261.51 110.31 881.59 Grand Total 4247.44 9538.50 7989.80 3665.81 25441.55
CULTIVATION OF JATROPHA 4th September, 2012
LSQ 3742
Shri Sai Prathap Annayyagari
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether inspite of the Government`s committed efforts in cultivation of Jatropha bio‐diesel plants, there are still hurdles in the desired momentum its plantation;
(b) if so, the details thereof along with the reasons therefor;
(c) whether the companies embarked on cultivation of jatropha are also facing money hurdles; and
(d) if so, the corrective steps being taken by the Government to remove all hurdles and speed up the production of bio‐diesel plants?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): According to the survey by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy to assess the status of Jatropha plantations existing in nine states of the country, 9.28 lakh ha. has been cultivated with Jatropha upto July, 2009. It was found that the mortality was high, scientific methods of cultivation and maintenance practices were rarely followed and the resultant seed yields were very low.
(c) & (d): Department of Agriculture & Cooperation is implementing Research and Development programmes on Jatropha plant through institutions belonging to Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Indian Council of Forest Research Institute (ICFRI) and Indian Institute of Technologies (IITs) on survey and collection of superior planting material (seeds & cuttings), progeny trial of superior planting material and multi‐location trials, agri‐silvicultural trials, standardization of propagation techniques and development of package of practices.
In addition, the Department of Biotechnology has initiated the systematic programme on germplasm collection, evaluation and accessioning programme to identify superior material from existing natural variations. Research and Development is also undertaken for development of elite planting material and large scale multi‐location trials for developing appropriate planting material based improved genotypes and horticultural practices.
LOSS OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES 4th September, 2012
LSQ 3752
Shri Sonawane Pratap Narayanrao
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Union Government is aware that farmers of Maharashtra incurred heavy losses on their crops, fruits and vegetables due to hailstorm and heavy unwanted rainfall during the month of May, 2012;
(b) if so, whether the Union Government has asked the State Government to submit a report in this regard;
(c) if so, the response of the State Government thereon along with the recommendations and the reaction of the Union Government thereto; and
(d) the corrective steps taken by the Union Government to compensate the affected farmers?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (d): Yes, Madam. However, Government of Maharashtra has not sent any Memorandum to Ministry of Agriculture seeking central assistance with respect to damages caused by hailstorm or unwanted heavy rainfall.
State Governments initiate necessary relief measures in wake of natural calamities including drought from State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) which is readily available with them. Government of India supplements efforts of State Government by providing requisite financial and logistic support. Additional financial assistance, over and above SDRF, is provided from National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) for natural calamities of severe nature and is approved in accordance with established procedure and keeping in view items and norms in vogue for assistance.
OPERATION OF KRISHI VIGYAN KENDRAS THROUGH NGOS 4th September, 2012
LSQ 3761
Shri Vishwa Mohan Kumar
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) the number of the Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) whose operation has been entrusted to the Non‐Governmental Organisations (NGOs) by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR);
(b) whether some of the KVKs are being run again by the ICAR institutes/State Agricultural Universities after their closure/after taking them back;
(c) whether all the employees of such KVKs have been absorbed/re‐employed in the ICAR institutes and the State Agricultural Universities; and
(d) if so, the details thereof and the time by which the remaining employees are likely to be re‐employed?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) There are 99 Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) operating under Non‐Governmental Organizations (NGOs).
(b) Eight KVKs run by NGOs were closed down and subsequently re‐established under the control of six State Agricultural Universities and one ICAR Research Institute.
(c) & (d): As per existing standard Agreement executed between ICAR and the grantee to whom a KVK is sanctioned, the placement of staff working in the project after the termination of the project shall be the sole responsibility of grantee without having any liability on the Council. It is reported that employees of the three closed down KVKs Meerut, Muzaffarnagar and Sidharthnagar got employment in the KVKs sanctioned to the new host organizations. Two out of the four employees of the KVKs taken over by ICAR in Lucknow were employed on the basis of application made by them. State Agricultural Universities, being under the administrative control of the State Governments, make their own recruitments as per their rules and procedures.
MICRO WATER HARVESTING PROJECTS 4th September, 2012
LSQ 3767
Shri R. Thamaraiselvan
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether it is a fact that micro water harvesting projects have turned around rural life in the water starved regions in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether the Government is considering to popularise micro water harvesting in water starved regions in the country;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the manner in which the farmers is likely to be benefited by these projects?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (e): Farmers are provided assistance for rain water harvesting structures under all major programmes of Ministry of Agriculture like Macro‐Management of Agriculture (MMA), Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY), National Food Security Mission (NFSM), National Horticulture Mission (NHM) etc., for providing protective/
supplementary irrigation to standing crops. These structures are mainly in the form of farm ponds, percolation tanks, check dams etc., which help in in‐situ moisture conservation, rain water harvesting during dry spells besides enhancing irrigation coverage. These interventions have enhanced production and productivity of agricultural crops in rain‐ fed areas.
SALE OF BT. COTTON SEEDS 4th September, 2012
LSQ 3777
Shri Khagen Das
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) the details of companies which are authorised for selling/marketing Bt. Cotton seeds in the country;
(b) whether it has come to the notice of the Government that these comapanies are exploiting farmers, promoting black marketing and ignoring rules in selling Bt. cotton seeds to farmers;
(c) if so, the details thereof; and
(d) the action taken against these companies for such malafide activities?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): As per information furnished by the State Governments, there are 71 main Bt. Cotton seed companies selling/marketing Bt. Cotton seeds as detailed at Annexure‐I.
(b) to (d): Incidence of irregularities have been reported in the state of Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh.
Maharashtra has informed that there were irregularities in supply of Bt. Cotton seeds made by Maharashtra Hybrid Seeds Company Limited, Jalna. There were also complaints of non submission of entire production plan, reservations in submission of sale plan to the Government, failure on part of the company to supply demanded quantity of cotton seed to the farmers and black marketing of Bt. Cotton seed by the dealers of company. Consequently, the cotton seed selling licence of Maharashtra Hybrid Seeds Company Limited, Jalna was cancelled by the Controller, Government of Maharashtra w.e.f. 7.8.2012. Andhra Pradesh has reported that some of the dealers sold seeds pertaining to M/s Mahyco and other companies at higher prices than the Minimum Retail Price (MRP). Accordingly, the State Department of Agriculture deputed squads to curb the flow of spurious seeds. Cotton seeds distribution was done under close supervision of the District Collectors to minimize the activities of black marketing of seeds. A total quantity of 567 quintals, worth Rs.409 lakhs of spurious seeds were seized and appropriate action against defaulters was taken. Twenty five persons were arrested and eighteen licenses of the defaulted dealers were suspended/cancelled. Forty seven cases were booked under various sections.
Annexure I
LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.3777 DATED 4‐09‐2012 List of main companies, selling/marketing Bt. Cotton Seeds
S.No. Name of Company
1. Advanta India Ltd.
2. Ajit Seeds Ltd.,
3. Amar Biotech Ltd.
4. Amareswara Agrotech
5. Ankur Seeds Private Ltd.,
6. Arya Hybrid Seeds P. Ltd
7. Asian Agri Genetics Lts.
8. Basant Agro Tech India Ltd.
9. Bayer Bioscience Pvt. Ltd.,
10. Bio Seed Research India Pvt. Ltd.,
11 Brahmaputra pvt. Ltd.,
12 Cenbios
13. Centromere Bio Solutions
14. Daftari Agro (p) Ltd. Non Bt.
15 Dhanya Seeds
16. Emergent Genetics Pvt. Ltd.,
17. Fortune Hybrid Seeds P. Ltd
18. Ganga Kaveri Seeds Pvt. Ltd.,
19. GEO Biotechnologies India P. Ltd.
20 Green Gold Seeds
21. J. K. Agri Genetics Seeds Ltd
22 Kaveri Seeds Ltd.
23 Kohinoor Seeds
24. Krishak Bharti Cop. Ltd.
25. Krishidhan Seeds Pvt. Ltd.
26. Kritiman Agro Genetic India Ltd.
27. Mahyco MH HB Seeds Co. Ltd, Jaipur
28. Mahyco Seeds
29. Monsanto Holding pvt. Ltd.
30. Monsanto India Pvt. Ltd.,
31 Namdhari Seeds Pvt. Ltd.,
32 Nandi Seeds Pvt. Ltd.
33. Nath Bio gene Seeds
34.. Nath Seeds Pvt. Ltd.
35. Navkar Hybrid Seeds Ltd.
36 Neo Seeds
37. Nirmal Seeds P. Ltd.
38. Nu Genes Pvt. Ltd
39. Nusan Genetic
40 Nusun
41. Nuziveedu Seeds Pvt. Ltd
42. Palamoor Seeds P. Ltd.
43. Prabhat Agri Biotech
44. Pravardhan Seeds Pvt. Ltd.,
45. R. J. Biotech
46. Rallis India Pvt. Ltd.,
47. Rasi Seeds Pvt. Ltd.
48 Rohini Seeds
49. Safal Seeds Biotech Ltd.
50 Seed Works India Pvt. Ltd.
51 Seeds Works International P. Ltd.
52 Shri Ram Fertilizers & Chemicals
53. Siddivinayak Seeds
54 Siri Seeds
55 Solar Agrotech Pvt. Ltd.,
56 Spriha Biosciences
57 Sri Ram Bioseed Genetics
58 Sri Rama Agri Genetics
59. Sri Satya Agri genetics
60. Super Seeds P. Ltd.
61. Tulsi Seeds Pvt. Ltd.,
62. Uniphos Enterprises Ltd.
63. United Phosphorus
64. Viba seeds
65. Vickky Seeds
66. Vikram Seeds P. Ltd.
67. Virign Seeds
68 Xylem Seeds
69. Yaaganti Seeds P. Ltd.
70. Yashoda Hybrid Seed P. Ltd.
71. Zuari Seeds Pvt. Ltd.
COW URINE BASED PESTICIDES 4th September 2012
LSQ 3783
Shri Balkrishna Khanderao Shukla Shri Harischandra Deoram Chavan
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Union Government is considering to promote cow urine based pesticides instead of chemical pesticides in agriculture field;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether the Government are formulating any proper coordinating scheme in this regard; and
(d) if so, the details thereof along with the financial assistance provided by the Union Government therefor?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) to (d): Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has developed one cow urine based botanical formulation having ingredients from turmeric, tomato leaf extract, garlic, calotropis leaves, amla, neem and ferula. Such formulation is recommended for pest management in various crop commodities.
USE OF BT. COTTON SEEDS 4th September, 2012
LSQ 3799
Dr. Murli Manohar Joshi Shri Anant Kumar Dattatreya Hegde
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether it is a fact that 90 per cent of the farmers are using Bt. cotton seeds for cotton production in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether the Government proposes to review the effects of Bt. cotton seeds economically, environmentally and scientifically;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the number of cotton farmers benefited so far by using Bt. cotton seeds?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. More than 90 per cent of the cotton farmers are using Bt. cotton seed for cotton production in the country as per table given below:
Year Bt. cotton area (%) of total area 2002‐03 0.36 2003‐04 1.22 2004‐05 5.66 2005‐06 11.16 2006‐07 37.84 2007‐08 67.14 2008‐09 73.41 2009‐10 79.59 2010‐11 85.71 2011‐12 92 2012‐13 91.31
(c) & (d): No, Madam.
(e): Farmers growing Bt. cotton have been benefited as yield of cotton per ha. has increased substantially after introduction of Bt. Cotton.
COTTON FARMING 4th September, 2012
LSQ 3808
Shri Prabodh Panda
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government has taken any steps to promote cultivation of Bt. Cotton in rainfed areas;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the details of assistance extended for the purpose, State‐wise?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): No, Madam.
(b) & (c): In view of (a) above, does not arise
SETTING UP OF GREEN HOUSES 4th September, 2012
LSQ 3833
Shri Kunwarjibhai Mohanbhai Bavaliya
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:‐
(a) whether the Government has launched any scheme for setting up of green houses in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) the details of the funds provided under the scheme during the last three years, State‐wise; and
(d) the details of green houses accomplished/set up during the above period, State‐wise?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a)& (b): The two centrally sponsored schemes entitled National Horticulture Mission (NHM) and Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH) provide assistance for setting up of Green Houses. NHM covers 18 states and 3 Union Territories while HMNEH covers all 8 North Eastern States and the Himalayan region of the country. Under the schemes, 50% of the estimated cost of the green house for up to a maximum of 4000 square meter (sq m) per beneficiary is provided as assistance. The cost of a hi‐tech green house with fan pad system is estimated at Rs. 1465 per sq m. For naturally ventilated green houses, the cost is estimated at Rs 935 per sq m for tubular structure, Rs 515 per sq m for wooden structure and Rs 375 per sq m for a bamboo structure. Details are also available on NHM`s website www.nhm.nic.in and HMNEH`s website www.tmnehs.gov.in.
(c) & (d): For green houses Rs. 19402.05 lakh has been released to the States through which 875.78 ha area has been covered. State wise details of funds released and area covered under green houses during last three years under NHM and HMNEH are enclosed at the Annexure.
Statement referred to in para (c) & (d) of the Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No 3833 DATED 4‐09‐2012 Funds released and area covered (2009‐12)
States Release (Rs. in lakh) Funds released Area Covered ( in hectare) Area covered
Andaman & Nicobar 111.36 2.53
Andhra Pradesh 625.39 16.44
Arunachal Pradesh* 311.27 7.44
Assam* 18.14 0.3
Bihar 207.45 4.94
Chhattisgarh 168.34 4.36
Delhi** 0 0.02
Goa 13.85 0.51
Gujarat 962.56 82.42
Haryana 468.68 13.03
Himachal Pradesh* 2194.32 32.28
Jammu & Kashmir* 711.68 29.84
Jharkhand 407.73 12.2
Karnataka 910.16 64.82
Kerala 241.11 6.91
Madhya Pradesh 758.12 16.16
Maharashtra 939.79 36.79
Manipur* 1024.69 61.88
Meghalaya* 1561. 71 53.55
Mizoram* 837.58 80.2
Naqaland* 606.05 92.4
Odisha 44.04 2.94
Puducherry 47.4 5.5
Punjab 492.71 21.49
Raiasthan 429.45 19.42
Sikkim* 1686.65 56.92
Tamil Nadu 716.76 71.23
Tripura* 1051.84 49.3
Uttar Pradesh 460.82 0.97
Uttarakhand* 1092.79 9.27
West Benqal 299.61 19.72
Total 19402.05 875.78
*States under HMNEH * *Annual Action Plan not received
ORGANIC FARMING 27th November, 2012
LSQ *64
Shri Premdas Katheria Smt. Maneka Sanjay Gandhi
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the fertility and productivity of agricultural land has decreased in the country due to use of chemical fertilisers;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether the Government proposes to promote organic farming in the country;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the funds allocated for the purpose and the role of agricultural universities in promoting the use of organic fertilisers in the country?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 64 DUE FOR REPLY ON 27TH NOVEMBER, 2012.
(a) & (b): There is no scientific evidence of any decline in soil fertility with judicious use of chemical fertilizers. However, indiscriminate and imbalanced use of chemical fertilizers with low addition of organic matter over the years has resulted in deterioration of soil health, particularly in the intensively cultivated areas of the Indo-Gangetic Plains.
(c) to (e): Government of India is promoting organic farming through National Project on Organic Farming (NPOF), National Horticulture Mission (NHM), Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH), Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojna (RKVY), Macro-Management of Agriculture (MMA), National Project on Management of Soil Health and Fertility (NPMSHF), Network Project on Organic Farming under Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and the various schemes of Agricultural and Processed Food Development Authority (APEDA).
Government launched National Project on Organic Farming during 10th Plan on Pilot basis with an allocation of Rs. 57.05 crores. The scheme continued in 11th Plan with an allocation of Rs. 101 crores. The scheme is being implemented in 2012-13 with an allocation of Rs.21.00 crores. NPOF scheme provides financial assistance through capital investment subsidy for fruit and vegetable waste/agro-waste compost production units, bio-fertilizer and bio- pesticides production units, development and implementation of quality control regime and technical support for organic and biological inputs, human resource development through trainings, etc.
National Horticulture Mission (NHM) & Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH) provide financial assistance for adoption of organic farming, setting up of vermi-compost units and organic farming certification. Assistance for decentralized production and marketing of organic fertilizers is also available under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojna (RKVY) for projects approved by the State Level Sanctioning Committee. Assistance is being provided for integrated nutrient management in conjunction with organic sources of nutrients like FYM, Compost, Vermi-compost, Bio-fertilizers etc. under the Macro-Management of Agriculture (MMA). Assistance is being provided for promoting use of Integrated Nutrient Management- Organic Manures under National Project on Management of Soil Health and Fertility (NPMSHF). APEDA, an organization under Ministry of Commerce is implementing National Programme on Organic Production (NPOP) to provide various services such as certification, notification of standards, assistance for promotion of exports of organic products etc. In addition, Government is
spreading awareness about organic farming through various extension activities such as exhibitions and fairs, Agri- Clinic and Agri- Business Centres, mass media support activities, radio talks, Kisan Melas, etc.
ICAR, assisted by State Agricultural Universities (SAUs), is implementing a Network Project on Organic Farming to develop package of practices of different crops under organic farming in different agro-climatic regions of the country. ICAR / SAUs impart training and organize front line demonstrations to educate farmers on various aspects of organic farming. ICAR, along with State Agricultural Universities, has also developed technology for preparation of enriched/vermi compost from waste.
GM CROPS 27th November, 2012
LSQ *77
Smt. Usha Verma Smt. Seema Upadhyay
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the number of Genetically Modified (GM) crops that have been introduced for commercial cultivation in the country along with the research conducted/being conducted by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) on such crops;
(b) whether any objections were raised from certain quarters in regard to introduction of Bt. Cotton;
(c) if so, the details thereof and the reaction of the Government thereto;
(d) whether the objectives of these crops for increasing yields and reducing herbicide and pesticide use have been achieved and if so, the details thereof along with the extent of benefits accrued to the farmers; and
(e) the preventive measures taken/ proposed to be taken by the Government to address its likely impact on human health? ANSWER
THE MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A Statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT IN RESPECT OF PARTS (a) to (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 77 TO BE ANSWERED ON 27/11/2012 REGARDING “GM CROPS”
(a) Bt cotton is the only transgenic crop approved for commercialization in India till date subsequent to extensive evaluation and regulatory approval process that is undertaken for commercialization of any GM crop under Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) is undertaking agricultural research projects related to biotechnology and GM Crops like rice, wheat, pulses, oilseeds, cotton and vegetables through its Research Institutes.
(b) Yes, Madam.
(c) From the inception of the Bt cotton, there has been a sustained objection from some of the Non-Governmental Organizations besides Civil Society, Technical Expert Committee (TEC) constituted by Hon’ble Supreme Court, Parliamentary Standing Committee on Agriculture, etc on the grounds that (i) Biosafety assessment of Bt cotton before its introduction and post release monitoring of Bt cotton is not adequate;
(ii) Bt cotton is not suitable for cultivation in rainfed areas which has adversely affected the economy of small farmers, and (iii) Cattle death and farmers’ suicides have been attributed to introduction of Bt cotton in some regions such as Warangal and Vidarbha.
The objections have been very speculative and confusing, without any reasonable assessment of the technological strengths of Bt-cotton. In spite of the controversy regarding Bt cotton, the ground reality is that during the last decade, area under cotton cultivation (approx. 12 million hectares of which 90% is under Bt cotton) and productivity of cotton has gone up significantly. During the post Bt cotton era, Indian economy has benefited as India is the second largest exporter of cotton. Pursuant to the release of Bt cotton in 2002, the Genetic Engineering Approval Committee (GEAC) of Ministry of Environment and Forests had sought the views of the State Governments in 2005 on whether approval for Bt cotton cultivation should be renewed or not. So far, the Ministry of Environment and Forests has not received any request from any of the State Government to withdraw the approval for Bt cotton cultivation in the cotton growing States. There is no scientific evidence to show that Bt cotton has adversely impacted the biodiversity or human/cattle health.
(d) The main purpose of, Bt cotton was to control the dreaded insect pests, viz., bollworms. Bt cotton effectively controls bollworms, especially Helicoverpa armigera, thus preventing yield losses from an estimated damage of 30 to 60% each year in India. The biggest gain from the technology was in the form of reduced insecticide usage for bollworm control. Prior to the introduction of Bt cotton, about 9,400 metric tonnes of insecticides were used for bollworm control in cotton during 2001-02, while only 222 metric tonnes were used for bollworm control in 2011- 12. Yields are estimated to have increased at least by 30% due to effective protection from bollworm damage.
(e) The Government of India is following a policy of case by case approval of genetically modified (GM) crops. Extensive evaluation and regulatory approval process takes place before any GM crop is approved for commercial cultivation. This includes generation of relevant biosafety information, its elaborate analysis to ensure food, feed and environmental safety. The environmental safety assessment includes studies on pollen escape, out-crossing, aggressiveness and weediness, effect of the gene on non-target organisms, presence of protein in soil and its effect on soil micro-flora, confirmation of the absence of terminator gene and baseline susceptibility studies. A final view on the commercialization of GM crop plants is taken only when there is a clear economic and technical justification besides suitability for environment and human consumption.
LOAN FOR MICRO-IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT 27th November, 2012
LSQ 691
Shri Rangaswamy Dhruvanarayana
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government is aware that the banks are showing hesitation in extending loans to farmers for purchase of micro-irrigation equipment like drip and sprinkler;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the steps taken by the Government in this regard?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) to (c): Micro Irrigation scheme is being implemented through State Governments and has provision for credit linkage. No specific report on the banks showing hesitation in extending loans to farmers has been made. However, information is being collected from the States.
CROP LOSS DUE TO PEST ATTACKS 27th November, 2012
LSQ 708
Shri P. R. Natarajan
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Union Government has made any assessment on the loss of crop production due to pest attacks;
(b) if so, the details thereof along with the remedial action taken to avert such losses; and
(c) if not, the reasons therefor?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a): Working Subgroup on Plant Protection, Planning Commission in 2001 has assessed that on an average 18% of the crop yield is lost due to pests.
(b) & (c): Following remedial action are being taken to minimize/avoid the loss due to pest attack:
1. Government of India, Ministry of Agriculture, Department of Agriculture & Cooperation (DAC) is implementing a scheme “Strengthening and Modernization of Pest Management Approach in India” since 1991-92 by adopting Integrated Pest Management (IPM) as cardinal principle and main plank of plant protection strategy in overall crop production programme. Under the ambit of IPM Programme, the Government of India has established 31 Central IPM Centres in 28 States and one Union Territory. 2. Pest Management strategies including cultural, mechanical, biological and chemical control as the last resort are being popularized under IPM scheme among the farming community. 3. Under the Human Resource Development (HRD) programme of IPM, Farmers Field Schools, long and short duration training programmes are being organised to empower farmers and State extension functionaries about IPM. 4. Pest and disease surveillance and monitoring programmes are undertaken to forewarn likely pest and disease build up in different crops. 5. Farmers are being motivated to adopt seed treatment as a preventive measure for pest management in different crops.
WATER RESOURCES FOR AGRICULTURE 27th November, 2012
LSQ 725
Shri Rajendra Agrawal
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the percentage of agricultural production based on ground water in the country;
(b) whether decline in the ground water level has adversely affected the foodgrain production in the country;
(c) if so, the details thereof;
(d) whether the Union Government has assessed the existing situation in each State/Union Territory in this regard;
(e) if so, the outcome thereof; and
(f) the steps taken/proposed to be taken by the Government for sustainable utilisation of water resources for agricultural purposes?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) : As per available estimates (2009-10) out of 192.20 million hectare gross cropped area, in about 86.42 million hectare crops are grown under irrigated condition. Ground water constitutes about 62% of the irrigated area and it is estimated that about 38% of total food grain production comes from areas irrigated with ground water.
(b) & (c): In the States of Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Delhi, annual ground water draft is beyond replenishable volume. However, overall food grain production has been increasing and food grain production which was about 217.28 million tonnes in 2006-07 has increased to 257.44 million tonnes in 2011-12.
(d) & (e): Central Ground Water Board has made an assessment (March, 2009) of dynamic ground water resources in the country. State-wise status of ground water development is annexed.
(f): Water being a States subject, measures for sustainable use of ground water are undertaken by State Governments. Ministry of Water Resources (MoWR)/Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) are promoting rain water harvesting and artificial recharge through implementation of pilot projects, publication of Manual on artificial recharge to ground water, mass awareness and training programmes etc. Directions have been issued by Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) to 12 States and 2 Union Territories having over- exploited blocks to take all necessary measures to promote / adopt artificial recharge to ground water / rain water harvesting. Farmers Participatory Action Research Programme (FPARP) is being implemented by MoWR through Agricultural Universities/ICAR Institutes/Water and Land Management Institutes/Engineering Colleges etc. to create awareness for water conservation including rainwater harvesting and related issues among farmers.
Ministries of Agriculture and Rural Development are also implementing watershed development programmes under which soil and water conservation measures are taken up for ground water recharge and live saving irrigation. To enhance water use efficiency, National Mission on Micro Irrigation is being implemented by Ministry of Agriculture. Besides, under all major development programmes of Ministry of Agriculture, viz., Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojna (RKVY), National Food Security Mission (NFSM), National Horticulture Mission (NHM), Macro Management of Agriculture (MMA) etc., construction of farm ponds and other means of water harvesting are encouraged for sustainable use of water resources.
ANNEXURE OF UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 725 DTAED 27.11.2012
Status of Ground Water Development
S. Name of State Net Annual Annual Draft (BCM) State of No. Availability Development (BCM) Irrigation Domestic & Total (%) Industry 1. Andhra Pradesh 30.76 12.61 1.54 14.15 46 2. Arunachal Pradesh 4.01 0.002 0.001 0.003 0.07 3. Assam 27.81 5.333 0.69 6.026 22 4. Bihar 26.21 9.79 1.56 11.36 43
5. Chhattisgarh 11.58 3.08 0.52 3.60 31 6. Delhi 0.29 0.14 0.26 0.40 138 7. Goa 0.133 0.014 0.030 0.044 33 8. Gujarat 17.35 11.93 1.05 12.99 75 9. Haryana 9.80 11.71 0.72 12.43 127 10. Himachal Pradesh 0.53 0.23 0.08 0.31 58 11. Jammu & Kashmir 3.33 0.15 0.58 0.73 22 12. Jharkhand 5.41 1.17 0.44 1.61 30 13. Karnataka 14.81 9.01 1.00 10.01 68 14. Kerala 6.03 1.30 1.50 2.81 47 15. Madhya Pradesh 32.25 16.66 1.33 17.99 56 16. Maharashtra 33.81 15.91 1.04 16.95 50 17. Manipur 0.40 0.0033 0.0007 0.0040 1 18. Meghalaya 1.1109 0.0015 0.0002 0.0017 0.15 19. Mizoram 0.039 0.000 0.0004 0.0004 1 20. Nagaland 0.38 - 0.008 0.008 2.14 21. Orissa 16.69 3.47 0.89 4.36 26 22. Punjab 20.35 33.97 0.69 34.66 170 23. Rajasthan 10.79 12.86 1.65 14.52 135 24. Sikkim 0.046 0.003 0.007 0.010 21 25. Tamil Nadu 20.65 14.71 1.85 16.56 80 26. Tripura 2.74 0.09 0.07 0.16 6 27. Uttar Pradesh 68.57 46.00 3.49 49.48 72 28. Uttarakhand 2.07 1.01 0.03 1.05 51 29. West Bengal 27.58 10.11 0.79 10.91 40 Total States 395.52 221.29 21.83 243.14 61 Union Territories 1. Andaman & Nicobar 0.298 0.0006 0.010 0.011 4 2. Chandigarh 0.020 0.000 0.000 0.000 0 3. Dadar & Nagar 0.06 0.001 0.007 0.009 15 Haveli 4. Daman & Diu 0.011 0.008 0.003 0.011 99 5. Lakshdweep 0.003 0.0000 0.003 0.003 74 6. Pondicherry 0.154 0.121 0.029 0.150 98 Total UTs 0.54 0.13 0.05 0.18 34 Ground Total 396.06 221.42 21.89 243.32 61 *Dynamic Ground Water Resources of India (as on 31st March, 2009), CGWB, November, 2011.
FOODGRAIN PRODUCTION IN RAINFED AREAS 27th November, 2012
LSQ 728
Shri Jayant Chaudhary
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the contribution of rainfed areas in foodgrain production in the country during each of the last three years and the current year;
(b) whether any study has been undertaken to assess the potential of rainfed areas to increase foodgrain production;
(c) if so, the details thereof; and
(d) if not, the reasons therefor?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a): As per available estimates (2009-10) in about 52.2% of sown area, foodgrains are grown under rainfed conditions. Separate estimates on production of crops under rainfed conditions are not maintained in Ministry of Agriculture. However, total foodgrains produced under both irrigated & rainfed conditions during last three years i.e. 2009-12 are as Under:-
(Million Tonnes) S.No. Year Foodgrain Production 1. 2009-10 218.11 2. 2010-11 244.49 3. 2011-12 257.44
As per first Advance Estimates (2012-13), Kharif foodgrains production is 117.18 Million Tonnes.
(b) to (d): Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture (CRIDA) has conducted studies in different rainfed agro-ecological zones to work out the yield gap between potential yield and yield in farmers fields. These studies indicate large gaps between potential and actual yields realized by the farmers in these zones. The details of the findings is annexed.
ANNEXURE OF UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 728 DATED 27.11.2012
Gaps between potential yield and the farmers yield in major rainfed agro- ecological zones Agro-Climatic Zone Crop Potential Yield Farmer’s Yield Gap (kg/ha) Yield (kg/ha) as % South-western semiarid zone in Uttar Pearlmillet 3565 1778 100.51 Pradesh Mustard 2105 1480 42.23 Western Vidarbha Zone in Cotton 396 221 79.19 Maharashtra Soyabean 2500 1095 128.31 Scarce rainfall zone (Rayalaseema) in Groundnut 1686 365 361.92 Andhra Pradesh Pigeonpea 1300 860 51.16
Southern zone in Rajasthan Maize 4325 2642 63.70 Blackgram 826 390 111.79 Kandi region in Punjab Maize 4376 1894 131.05
Central, eastern and southern dry zone Fingermillet 4000 1919 108.44 in Karnataka Maize 5000 2500 100.00 Northern dry zone in Karnataka Rabi Sorghum 4500 1366 229.43 Chickpea 2500 1300 92.31 Scarce zone of Maharashtra Rabi Sorghum 2500 709 252.00 Chickpea 2000 1000 100.00 Eastern plain zone in Uttar Pradesh Faizabad 4000 1902 110.30 Pigeonpea 2100 950 121.05 South-western dry zone in Haryana Pearlmillet 3000 1274 135.48 Chickpea 1800 790 127.85 Malwa plateau in Madhya Pradesh Soyabean 1412 990 42.63
Chickpea 2000 530 277.35 Bastar Plateau zone in Chattisgarh Rice 1950 1000 95.00 Pigeonpea 1882 600 213.67 North Bank Plain zone in Assam Sali rice 8000 4000 100.00
Southern zone of Tamil Nadu Cotton 316 257 22.96 Sorghum 4000 1800 122.22 Central Maharashtra Plateau Zone in Cotton 391 219 78.54 Maharashtra Soyabean 2000 1500 33.33 Eastern Ghat Zone in Orissa Rice 3000 1388 116.14 Maize 4500 2000 125.00 North Saurashtra zones in Gujarat Groundnut 3500 1855 88.68 Castor 2500 1500 66.67 Low altitude subtropical zone in Maize 3500 1894 84.79 Jammu and Kashmir Gobi sarson 1467 800 83.38 Western plateau zone of Jharkhand Rice 5000 1500 233.33 Keymore plateau and Satpura Hill zone in Madhya Pradesh Soyabean 2500 1510 65.56 Rice 3000 1560 92.31 Northern Gujarat in Gujarat Eastern Pearlmillet 2100 883 137.83 Plain and Vindhyan Zone in Uttar Pradesh Rice 2500 1968 27.03 Pigeonpea 1350 860 56.98
COMMITTEE ON BT. COTTON 27th November, 2012
LSQ 734
Shri Somendra Nath Mitra
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has constituted a committee to examine research claims with regard to BN Bt. and Bt. NHH44 varieties of cotton of insect residence;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) the report and suggestions given by the committee; and
(d) the time by which the report of the committee is likely to be implemented?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) Yes, Madam.
(b) A committee of four members was set up to examine research claims made with regard to BN Bt and Bt NHH 44 varieties of cotton for insect resistance. The members of the Committee are:-
1. Dr. S.K. Sopory, Vice Chancellor, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi – Chairperson 2. Dr. B.S. Dhillon, Vice Chancellor, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana – Member 3. Dr. R.V. Sonti, Chief Scientist, Centre for Cellular & Molecular Biology, Hyderabad – Member 4. Sh. Rajiv Mehrishi, Special Secretary, Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi – Member
(c) The report of the Committee headed by Dr. S.K. Sopory has since been received and is under consideration.
(d) The suggestions of the committee will be implemented soon after the report is evaluated and accepted.
OUTBREAK OF BIRD FLU 27th November, 2012
LSQ 739
Shri Asaduddin Owaisi
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the number of cases of bird flu in the country has been increasing;
(b) if so, the number of states from where bird flu cases have been confirmed;
(c) whether several countries have banned poultry products from India due to this reason;
(d) if so, the details thereof along with the reaction of the Government thereto; and
(e) the steps taken or being taken by the Government to arrest bird flu and help poultry industry in the country?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) and (b) The number of cases of bird flu in the country during the current financial year have not increased in comparison to the ones reported during last financial year. Bird flu was reported recently at CPDO, Hessarghatta, Bangalore. The control and containment operations were carried out immediately as per the action plan and the disease was contained at source. The Post Operational Surveillance Plan (POSP) is now in progress in the State which will be continued for three months as per the Action Plan. Till date, 20 episodes of bird flu have been reported in the Country since 2006 as given in the Annexure-I
(c) and (d). As per the information received from the Industry and the Indian Embassy, countries such as Kuwait, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Iraq, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Saudi Arabia had imposed ban on import of poultry products from India due to bird flu. Agricultural & Processed Food Products Development Authority (APEDA), had taken up the matter with Indian Missions in these countries with a request to take up the issue with the respective authorities for lifting up the ban.
(e) All the States have been alerted to maintain a strict vigil and continue the surveillance in poultry birds for prevention of occurrence of bird-flu. The Government has an action plan for prevention, control and containment of bird flu. In the aforesaid outbreaks of bird flu, the control and containment measures were carried out promptly and the disease was stopped at the source preventing the further spread.
ANNEXURE REFERRED TO IN REPLY OF LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 739 Annexure-I.
A summarized position of the outbreaks of Avian Influenza in India
Episode Period State Number of No. of birds Compensation affected Epicen-ters culled ( in paid (in INRs lakhs) lakhs) 1st Feb – Apr, 2006 Maharashtra 28 9.4 270 Feb, 2006 Gujarat 1 0.92 32 2nd Mar ,2006 Madhya 1 0.09 3 Pradesh 3rd July, 2007 Manipur 1 3.39 94 4th Jan – May, 2008 West Bengal 68 42.62 1229 (1st episode) 5th Apr, 2008 Tripura 3 1.93 71 6th Nov – Dec, 2008 Assam 18 5.09 170 7th Dec, 2008 – May, West Bengal 11 2.01 36 2009 (2nd episode) 8th Jan, 2009 Sikkim 1 0.04 3 9th Jan, 2010 West Bengal 12 1.56 68.8 (3rd episode) 10th Feb –Mar, 2011 Tripura 2 0.21 2.4 11th 8th September, Assam 1 0.15 6.52 2011 12th 19th September, West Bengal 2 0.49 19.29 2011 13th 11th January, 2012 Odisha 1 0.32 24.71 14th 13th January, 2012 Meghalaya 1 0.07 7.89 15th 17th January, 2012 Odisha 1 0.11 5.87 16th 28th January, 2012 Tripura 1 0.06 1.2 17th 4th February, 2012 Odisha 1 0.38 2.86 18th 15th March, 2012 Tripura 1 0.05 0.09 19th 28th April, 2012 Tripura 1 0.02 0.72 20th 25th October 2012 Karnataka 1 0.33 Nil* Total 157 69.24 2048.35 *This is the latest outbreak reported in Karnataka in Central Poultry Development Organization (CPDO). As this was a Central Government farm, no compensation was admissible.
NATIONAL MISSION ON BAMBOO APPLICATION 27th November, 2012
LSQ 744
Shri Raju alias Devappa Anna Shetti
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the details of the total amount released by the National Mission on Bamboo Application (NMBA) since its inception for its various activities during each of the last three years and the current year; and
(b) the percentage of the amount spent on research and development activities under the Mission?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a): National Mission on Bamboo Application (NMBA) under Department of Science and Technology has incurred expenditure towards consolidation of technologies, technology assessment and technology development activities during 2009-10 to 2012-13 is given below:
(Rs.in lakh) Year Expenditure incurred 2009-10 1680.50 2010-11 2162.76 2011-12 1265.09 2012-13 693.29#
#Till 10th November, 2012
(b): The percentage of amount spent on research and development activities during these three years vis-a-vis funds received is 69%.
AGRICULTURAL AND ADVANCED PROCESSING PRACTICES 27th November, 2012
LSQ 751
Shri Rajaiah Siricilla
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether a lot of demand is coming from the global markets especially the European ones and the spice farmers have to adopt good agricultural practices and advanced processing practices to cash in on the opportunity; and
(b) if so, the details thereof and the steps taken by the Government in this regard? MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) & (b): The demand of Indian spices in global market including European Union has shown an increasing trend. The export of spices has risen from 4,44,250 tonnes valued at `4435.50 crores in 2007-08 to 5,75,270 tonnes valued at `9783.42 crores in 2011-12.
Department of Agriculture & Cooperation is implementing two centrally sponsored schemes namely Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH) and National Horticulture Mission (NHM) in remaining States and Union Territories of the country for the holistic development of horticulture crops including spices. Under these Missions, assistance is provided for area expansion, adoption of good agricultural practices, promotion of organic farming & certification, integrated pest and nutrient management, setting up of bio- control labs, training of farmers, creation of post harvest & market infrastructure facilities and setting up of processing units.
Spices Board, Ministry of Commerce is implementing programmes to promote production & post harvest management of Export Oriented Spices, such as quality production at farm level, encouraging organic production of spices, integrated pest management, quality control labs, extension advisory service to spice growers and also to reduce the pesticide residue and aflatoxin in spices.
BAN ON ENDOSULFAN 27th November, 2012
LSQ 754
Shri Suresh Chanabasappa Angadi Shri Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo Maulana Badruddin Ajmal
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government is aware that several banned pesticides are used illegally in agriculture which adversely affected the health of land and environment;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the action taken by the Government thereon;
(c) whether it is a fact that the orders of the Hon`ble Supreme Court for the immediate ban on using endosulfan have not been implemented in full force;
(d) if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor; and
(e) the steps taken/being taken by the Union Government for complete ban on using endosulfan in the country?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) & (b): Use of pesticides in the country is regulated under the Insecticides Act, 1968. Certain reports in the media referred to vegetables available in the market containing banned pesticides. However, analysis of samples of agricultural commodities, including vegetables, collected for detection of pesticide residues under the central sector scheme of “Monitoring of Pesticide Residues at National Level” has, so far, not indicated use of any pesticide banned under the Insecticides Act, 1968.
(c) & (d): In writ petition (civil) No. 213 of 2011 “Democratic Youth Federation of India vs Union of India & Ors”, Hon’ble Supreme Court passed an ad-interim order on 13.05.2011 banning production, sale and use of Endosulfan in the country till further orders and appointed a Joint Committee headed by the Director General of Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Agriculture Commissioner to conduct a scientific study on the question whether the use of Endosulfan would cause any serious health hazard to human beings and would cause environmental pollution. Accordingly, the Central Government issued instructions on 14.05.2011 to all State Governments/Union Territory Administrations to implement interim order of the Court in toto, which are binding on all manufacturers.
(e): The matter is currently sub-judiced and the directions of Hon’ble Supreme Court will be adhered to.
STUDY ON BT. COTTON SEEDS OIL 27th November, 2012
LSQ 805
Shri Khagen Das
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether any scientific study has been carried out by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)/any other agency on Bt. Cotton Seeds Oil;
(b) if so, the details and the outcome of the study; and
(c) the action taken by the Government thereon?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) Yes, Madam.
(b) A scientific study was carried out by Central Institute for Cotton Research, Nagpur of Indian Council of Agricultural Research to examine the presence of Bt (Cry1Ac) gene, and Bt (Cry1Ac) protein in oil extracted from Bt cotton seeds. Immunological studies with Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent assay (ELISA) for Cry1Ac detection and quantification showed that the Cry1Ac protein was not detectable in refined oil extracted from Bt cotton seeds. Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) was performed with cry1Ac gene specific primers using DNA isolated from oil extracted from Bt cotton seeds. The study clearly showed that refined oil which is used for consumption also did not contain any detectable cry1Ac gene.
(c) Does not arise at this stage.
BIO-TECHNOLOGY IN AGRICULTURE 27th November, 2012
LSQ 809
Shri Dhananjay Singh Shri Naranbhai Kachhadia Dr. Ponnusamy Venugopal
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has taken any steps to encourage the farmers for employing modern techniques and methods to boost farm productivity in the country;
(b) if so, the details and the outcome thereof;
(c) whether the Government has also undertaken research and development in bio-technology for improving agricultural productivity;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the steps taken/being taken by the Government to encourage the same in the farm sector for the benefit of farmers, including small and marginal farmers?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a): Yes, Madam.
(b): In order to encourage the farmers to employ modern techniques and methods like quality seeds, fertilizers, pesticides and improved machinery & tools, the Government has been laying special emphasis on relevant & timely dissemination of information and appropriate technologies to the farmers through schemes like Extension Reforms, Mass Media Support to Agricultural Extension, Kisan Call Centres, Agri-Clinics and Agri-Business Centres. Other programmatic interventions of the Government in agriculture and allied sectors have provision regarding financial assistance to individuals & groups of farmers and agricultural extension.
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research has established a network of 630 Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) at district level in the country to bridge the gap between the technology developed at the research institutes and to facilitate the efforts of the main extension system. Krishi Vigyan Kendras provide technical backstopping for refinement and demonstration of various modern technologies and methods suitable for the area.
As per the 4th Advance estimate 2011-12, total food grain production in the country has reached a record level of 257.44 million tonnes.
(c): Yes, Madam.
(d): The major areas of biotechnological research include insect resistance in rice, maize, brinjal, cotton, chickpea, pigeonpea, sorghum, sugarcane, cabbage, cauliflower and tomato; disease resistance in potato, cotton, watermelon, tomato, papaya and groundnut; drought tolerance in rice, sorghum, chickpea & groundnut; aroma / grain length / salt tolerance /grain filling in rice; herbicide tolerance in maize and cotton; protein quality improvement and cold induced sweetening in potato; male sterile line for rice and mustard; molecular diagnostic kits and vaccine for livestock and poultry diseases; development of neutraceuticals & functional foods, cloning of embryos and stem cell research.
(e): The Department of Agriculture and Cooperation is implementing a Central Sector Scheme ‘Development and Strengthening of Infrastructure Facilities for Production and Distribution of Quality Seeds’ which includes financial assistance for use of biotechnology in agriculture. Under this Scheme, capacity building and training of manpower for upgradation of post release monitoring, quality control of genetically modified seeds/crops and awareness campaigns benefitting farmers including small & marginal farmers are being supported by the Government.
KHARIF AND RABI CROPS 27th November, 2012
LSQ 840
Smt. Davidson J. Helen Shri S. Semmalai Shri Ram Sundar Das Shri Chandrakant Raghunath Patil Shri Bhaskarrao Bapurao Patil Prof. Ranjan Prasad Yadav Shri Shivaji Adhalrao Patil Shri N.S.V. Chitthan Shri Shivkumar Chanabasappa Udasi Shri Anand Prakash Paranjpe Shri Kapil Muni Karwariya Shri Anandrao Adsul Shri Sonawane Pratap Narayanrao Shri Avtar Singh Bhadana Shri K. alias J.K. Ritheesh Shivakumar Smt. Shruti Choudhry Shri P. R. Natarajan Shri Suresh Kumar Shetkar Shri N. Peethambara Kurup Shri Ponnam Prabhakar Shri Adagooru Huchegowda Vishwanath Shri C. Sivasami Shri P. Kumar
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the details of production of Kharif and Rabi crops during each of the last three years and the current year, State- wise and crop-wise;
(b) whether there is a shortfall in the production of kharif crops during the current season as compared to the corresponding period last year;
(c) if so, the details thereof, crop-wise along with the reasons therefor indicating the impact of monsoon failure;
(d) whether the Government has formulated any contingency plan to overcome the shortfall in agricultural production during the current year; and
(e) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a): State-wise and crop-wise details of production of major Kharif and Rabi crops during the last three years and the current year, i.e., 2009-10 to 2012-13 are given in the Annexure.
(b) & (c): Due to delayed/deficient monsoon, the production of kharif crops during the current year has declined. Details of production of major kharif crops during the current year i.e. 2012-13 (1st advance estimates) vis-à-vis their production during the last year i.e. 2011-12 (4th advance estaimates) alongwith increase/ decrease in production during the current year are as under:
Production (Million Tonnes) Crop 2012-13# 2011-12@ Increase(+)/Decrease(-) 1 2 3 4(=2-3) Rice 85.59 91.53 -5.94 Coaarse Cereals 26.33 32.26 -5.93 Pulses 5.26 6.16 -0.9 Foodgrains 117.18 129.94 -12.76 Oilseeds 18.78 20.79 -2.01 Sugarcane 335.33 357.67 -22.34 Cotton$ 33.4 35.2 -1.8 #1st advance estimates @4th advance estimataes $ Million bales of 170 kg each.
(d) & (e): To overcome the shortfall in agricultural production during 2012-13, the States were suggested to prepare district-wise Contingency Plans based on the Contingency Agriculture Plan prepared by Department of Agriculture & Cooperation for Kharif, 2010. States were advised to take into account districts-specific Crop Contingent Plans, developed by Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture
(CRIDA) and Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), while finalizing the Contingency Plans for 2012. Further, the States have also been advised to achieve higher Rabi Production through additional area coverage in the major crop producing States of the country.
Production ('000 Tonnes) State/ UT Season 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12* 2012-13** Andhra Pradesh Kharif 5656 7510 8565 6553.7 Rabi 4882 6908 4323 NA Total 10538 14418 12888 6553.7 Arunachal Pradesh Kharif 215.8 234 # # Assam Autumn 334.7 355.8 NA NA Winter 3214 3550.5 NA NA Kharif Total 3548.6 3906.3 3126 3796 Summer 787.2 830.3 883 NA Total 4335.9 4736.6 4009 3796 Bihar Autumn 489.5 443.7 NA NA
Winter 2943.4 2473.3 NA NA Kharif Total 3432.9 2917.1 6996.7 5879.3 Summer 166.4 185 204.3 NA Total 3599.3 3102.1 7201 5879.3 Chattisgarh Kharif 4110.4 6159 6028.4 5803.2 Goa Autumn 59.3 72.2 # # Winter 41.3 42.8 # # Total 100.6 115 # # Gujarat Kharif 1228 1424 1522 1080 Summer 64 72.6 242 NA Total 1292 1496.6 1764 1080 Haryana Kharif 3625 3472 3759 3345 Himachal Pradesh Kharif 105.9 128.9 131.6 105.2 Jammu & Kashmir Kharif 497.4 507.7 544.7 517.8 Jharkhand Autumn NA NA NA NA Winter NA NA NA NA Kharif Total 1518.4 1110 3418.1 3937.8 Rabi 20 NA NA NA Total 1538.4 1110 3418.1 3937.8 Karnataka Kharif 2584 3057 3058 2518 Rabi 85 109.4 980 NA Summer 1022 1021.6 NA NA Total Rabi/ Summer 1107 1131 980 NA Total 3691 4188 4038 2518 Kerala Autumn 192 170.3 NA NA Winter 272.3 215 NA NA Kharif Total 464.3 385.3 419.8 448.9 Summer 134 137.5 135.6 NA Total 598.3 522.7 555.4 448.9 Madhya Pradesh Kharif 1260.6 1772.1 1838.2 1852.6 Maharashtra Kharif 2138 2625 2750 2710 Rabi 45 71 56 NA Total 2183 2696 2806 2710 Manipur Kharif 319.9 521.7 # # Meghalaya Kharif 159.6 159.6 # # Rabi 47.1 47.4 # # Total 206.7 207 # # Mizoram Kharif 44.2 47.2 # # Rabi 0.2 0 # # Total 44.3 47.2 # # Nagaland Kharif 240.3 381.4 # # (Continued) Orissa Autumn 618.3 563.2 NA NA Winter 5580.7 5397.6 NA NA Kharif Total 6199 5960.8 5050.7 5541.4 Summer 718.5 866.9 764.5 NA Total 6917.5 6827.7 5815.2 5541.4 Punjab Kharif 11236 10837 10542 10967 Rajasthan Kharif 228.3 265.5 253.4 342.6 Sikkim Kharif 24.3 21 # # Tamil Nadu Autumn 818.6 NA NA NA Winter 4235.8 NA NA NA Kharif Total 5054.4 5167.9 6150.6 5048.1
Summer 610.8 624.5 743.3 NA Total 5665.2 5792.4 6893.9 5048.1 Tripura Autumn 46.6 79.8 # # Winter 406 439.2 # # Kharif Total 452.6 519 # # Summer 187.4 183.4 # # Total 640 702.5 # # Uttar Pradesh Kharif 10776 11992 14025 13407 Rabi/Summer 31.1 0 NA NA Total 10807.1 11992 14025 13407 UttaraKhand Kharif 563 498.1 547 570 Zaid/Rabi 45 52.3 52 NA Total 608 550.4 599 570 West Bengal Autumn 466.8 453.4 NA NA Winter 9598 8429.3 NA NA Kharif Total 10064.8 8882.8 10728 9256.3 Summer 4275.9 4163.1 4125 NA Total 14340.7 13045.9 14853 9256.3 A & N Islands Kharif 24.9 23.9 # # D & N Haveli Kharif 13.5 20.8 # # Delhi Kharif 29 29.4 # # Daman & Diu Kharif 3.3 3.3 # # Pondicherry Autumn 13.5 12.6 # # Winter 25.4 26.6 # # Kharif Total 38.9 39.2 # # Summer 13.5 12.8 # # Total 52.4 52 # # Others Kharif NA NA 2072.8 1906.5 Rabi NA NA 286.4 NA Total NA NA 2359.2 1906.5 All India Autumn 3039.3 2151.1 # # Winter 26316.9 20574.4 # # Kharif 46601.7 57968.6 91526.8 # Kharif Total 75957.8 80694 91526.8 85586.2 Summer/rabi 13135.1 15285.8 12795.1 # Total 89092.9 95979.8 104322 85586.2 * As per 4th Advance Estimates released on 16.07.2012. # Included in others. ** As per 1st Advance Estimates released on 24.09.2012 (Kharif only) NA: Not applicable.
State-wise estimates of major Kharif and Rabi Crops during 2009-10 to 2011-12 Wheat
Production ('000 Tonnes)
State/ UT 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12*
Andhra Pradesh 10 13 8
Arunachal Pradesh 4.8 5.9 #
Assam 63.5 52.8 59
Bihar 4570.8 4097.6 4787.3
Chhatisgarh 121.9 126.8 128.6
Gujarat 2352 4019.5 4100
Haryana 10500 11630 12684.4
Himachal Pradesh 327.1 546.5 595.8
Jammu & Kashmir 289.9 446.3 406.3
Jharkhand 173.2 158.4 335.3
Karnataka 251 279 194
Madhya Pradesh 8410 7627.1 10580.2
Maharashtra 1740 2301 1313
Manipur NA 5.3 #
Meghalaya 0.7 0.7 #
Nagaland 2.4 5.3 #
Orissa 5.8 4.2 2.7
Punjab 15169 16472 17206.7
Rajasthan 7500.9 7214.5 9319.7
Sikkim 5.9 2.7 #
Tamil Nadu NA NA NA
Tripura 1.3 0.6 #
Uttar Pradesh 27518 30001 30292.6
Uttarakhand 845 878 874
West Bengal 846.7 874.4 884
D & N Haveli 1 0.3 #
Delhi 92.7 111 #
Others NA NA 131.9
All India 80803.6 86873.9 93903.6
* As per 4th Advance Estimates released on 16.07.2012. # Included in others. NA: Not applicable.
State-wise estimates of major Kharif and Rabi Crops during 2009-10 to 2012-13 Kharif Coarse Cereals
State/UT Production ('000 Tonnes)
2009-10 2010-11 2011-12* 2012-13**
Andhra Pradesh 1300 1935 1767 1603
Arunachal Pradesh 69.5 74.9 # #
Assam 17.2 17 16 17
Bihar 418.9 437.6 548.8 542
Chhattisgarh 179.4 230.3 186.2 191.8
Goa 0.8 0.1 # #
Gujarat 1410 1916.3 2122 1380.1
Haryana 995 1240 1234 569
Himachal Pradesh 547.3 676.4 721.7 736.6
Jammu & Kashmir 505.5 542.2 522.1 519.2
Jharkhand 180.9 261.7 400.7 532.1
Karnataka 4414 6290.3 5532 4581
Kerala 2.2 1.4 0.6 0.1
Madhya Pradesh 1928 2061.3 2323.2 2346.5
Maharashtra 3581 4844.6 4325 2780
Manipur 11.7 41.5 # #
Meghalaya 28.2 27.6 # #
Mizoram 11.1 13.1 # #
Nagaland 76.8 144.5 # #
Orissa 225.3 347.9 248.5 225.3
Punjab 480.1 494 505 477.8
Rajasthan 3286.4 7137.7 6218.9 4752.8
Sikkim 73 74.2 # #
Tamil Nadu 1123.3 981.1 1383.9 965.7
Tripura 2 4.1 # #
Uttar Pradesh 2592.8 2868 3132 3105
Uttarakhand 271 304.8 303 340
West Bengal 95.7 98.9 87.1 113.4
A & N Islands 0.4 0.4 # #
D & N Haveli 1.9 2.7 # #
Delhi 3.2 11.8 # #
Daman & Diu 0.5 0.4 # #
Pondicherry 0.2 0.1 # #
Others NA NA 683 552.3
All India 23833.3 33082 32260.6 26330.6
* As per 4th Advance Estimates released on 16.07.2012. ** As per 1st Advance Estimates released on 24.09.2012 (Kharif only). # Included in others. NA: Not applicable.
State-wise estimates of major Kharif and Rabi Crops during 2009-10 to 2011-12
Rabi Coarse Cereals
State/UT Production ('000 Tonnes)
2009-10 2010-11 2011-12*
Andhra Pradesh 2018 2509 2492.7
Arunachal Pradesh 9.1 9.8 #
Bihar 1089.2 1046.9 1008.2
Chhattisgarh 2.4 1.6 2.1
Gujarat 190 186.3 297
Haryana 137 129 153
Himachal Pradesh 16.2 27.7 30.4
Jammu & Kashmir 7.9 8.7 7.8
Jharkhand 36 16.9 16.8
Karnataka 1481 1555 1375
Kerala NA NA NA
Madhya Pradesh 113.2 105.3 143.9
Maharashtra 2712.3 2479 1657
Mizoram 0.4 0.5 #
Nagaland 0 0.7 #
Orissa 5.1 12.5 9.7
Punjab 47 44 45
Rajasthan 620.8 954.8 811.3
Sikkim 1.2 0.6 #
Tamil Nadu 518.7 575.4 963.4
Uttar Pradesh 376 349.6 417
Uttarakhand 26 30.3 28
West Bengal 308.3 271.5 277.8
Delhi 0.1 0.2 #
Others NA NA 11.8
All India 9715.9 10315.3 9747.9
* As per 4th Advance Estimates released on 16.07.2012. # Included in others. NA: Not applicable.
State-wise estimates of major Kharif and Rabi Crops during 2009-10 to 2012-13
Total Coarse Cereals
State/UT Production ('000 Tonnes)
2009-10 2010-11 2011-12* 2012-13**
Andhra Pradesh 3318 4444 4259.7 1603
Arunachal Pradesh 78.6 84.7 # #
Assam 17.2 17 16 17
Bihar 1508.1 1484.6 1557 542
Chhattisgarh 181.8 231.9 188.3 191.8
Goa 0.8 0.1 # #
Gujarat 1600 2102.6 2419 1380.1
Haryana 1132 1369 1387 569
Himachal Pradesh 563.5 704.1 752 736.6
Jammu & Kashmir 513.3 550.9 529.9 519.2
Jharkhand 216.9 278.6 417.5 532.1
Karnataka 5895 7845.3 6907 4581
Kerala 2.2 1.4 0.6 0.1
Madhya Pradesh 2041.2 2166.6 2467.1 2346.5
Maharashtra 6293.3 7323.6 5982 2780
Manipur 11.7 41.5 # #
Meghalaya 28.2 27.6 # #
Mizoram 11.5 13.6 # #
Nagaland 76.8 145.2 # #
Orissa 230.4 360.4 258.2 225.3
Punjab 527.1 538 550 477.8
Rajasthan 3907.2 8092.5 7030.2 4752.8
Sikkim 74.2 74.8 # #
Tamil Nadu 1642 1556.5 2347.3 965.7
Tripura 2 4.1 # #
Uttar Pradesh 2968.8 3217.6 3549 3105
Uttarakhand 297 335.1 331 340
West Bengal 404 370.5 364.9 113.4
A & N Islands 0.4 0.4 # #
D & N Haveli 1.9 2.7 # #
Delhi 3.3 12 # #
Daman & Diu 0.5 0.4 # #
Pondicherry 0.2 0.1 # #
Others NA NA 694.8 552.3
All India 33549.2 43397.4 42008.5 26330.6
* As per 4th Advance Estimates released on 16.07.2012. ** As per 1st Advance Estimates released on 24.09.2012 (Kharif only). # Included in others. NA: Not applicable.
State-wise estimates of major Kharif and Rabi Crops during 2009-10 to 2012-13
Kharif Pulses State/UT Production ('000 Tonnes)
2009-10 2010-11 2011-12* 2012-13**
Andhra Pradesh 253 439 276 247
Arunachal Pradesh 4.2 3.7 # #
Assam 4.4 5.1 10 4
Bihar 77.6 67.8 74 73.8
Chhattisgarh 76.8 71.2 70.7 70.7
Goa 0.3 0.1 # #
Gujarat 377 461 454 333
Haryana 33 44 49 25
Himachal Pradesh 7.7 12.9 17.1 9.2
Jammu & Kashmir 11.8 14.6 12.2 19.9
Jharkhand 118.8 204.7 243.8 343.7
Karnataka 472 833 590 467.3
Kerala 5.6 3 2.7 0
Madhya Pradesh 533.9 427.8 509.2 612.2
Maharashtra 1210 1737.8 1357 1208
Manipur 4.6 5.2 # #
Meghalaya 0.9 1.1 # #
Mizoram 3.3 3.1 # #
Nagaland 14 17 # #
Orissa 249.3 251.7 215 247
Punjab 12.1 11.8 9.4 14
Rajasthan 144.7 1603.6 1313.3 713.1
Sikkim 7 6 # #
Tamil Nadu 55.6 82.3 113.3 71.4
Tripura 2.3 2.8 # #
Uttar Pradesh 458.1 743 725 685
Uttarakhand 30 31.5 35 38
West Bengal 33.4 31.8 30.5 41.2
A & N Islands 0.2 0 # #
D & N Haveli 2 2.8 # #
Delhi 0.7 0.7 # #
Pondicherry 0 0 # #
Others NA NA 48.9 35.7
All India 4204.3 7120.1 6156 5259.2
* As per 4th Advance Estimates released on 16.07.2012. ** As per 1st Advance Estimates released on 24.09.2012 (Kharif only). # Included in others. NA: Not applicable.
State-wise estimates of major Kharif and Rabi Crops during 2009-10 to 2011-12
Rabi Pulses State/UT Production ('000 Tonnes)
2009-10 2010-11 2011-12*
Andhra Pradesh 1176 1001 971
Arunachal Pradesh 5.5 5.4 #
Assam 60.2 65 98
Bihar 394.8 470 435.3
Chhattisgarh 411.9 466.3 425.8
Goa 8.2 7.8 #
Gujarat 140 262 329
Haryana 67 114.5 78
Himachal Pradesh 13 28.7 18.5
Jammu & Kashmir 1.8 2.2 1.8
Jharkhand 104.9 124.9 248.5
Karnataka 646 732 471
Kerala 4.7 0 0.9
Madhya Pradesh 3770.7 2958.4 3650.9
Maharashtra 1160 1362 858
Manipur 2.6 19 #
Meghalaya 2.6 2.6 #
Mizoram 3.2 3 #
Nagaland 20.7 19.4 #
Orissa 150.1 175.2 142.2
Punjab 5.9 7.5 43.9
Rajasthan 569 1656.1 1046.7
Sikkim 5.9 5.9 #
Tamil Nadu 148.6 163.7 286.1
Tripura 2.3 2.4 #
Uttar Pradesh 1443.3 1294 1701
Uttarakhand 16 20.6 14
West Bengal 116.8 144.3 157.3
A & N Islands 1.6 1.2 #
D & N Haveli 2.9 3.3 #
Delhi 0.1 0.1 #
Daman & Diu 1.1 1.1 #
Pondicherry 0.3 1.3 #
Others NA NA 74
All India 10457.7 11120.8 11051.9
* As per 4th Advance Estimates released on 16.07.2012. # Included in others. NA: Not applicable.
State-wise estimates of major Kharif and Rabi Crops during 2009-10 to 2012-13
Total Pulses
State/UT Production ('000 Tonnes)
2009-10 2010-11 2011-12* 2012-13**
Andhra Pradesh 1429 1440 1247 247
Arunachal Pradesh 9.7 9.1 # #
Assam 64.6 70.1 108 4
Bihar 472.4 537.8 509.3 73.8
Chhattisgarh 488.7 537.5 496.5 70.7
Goa 8.5 8 # #
Gujarat 517 723 783 333
Haryana 100 158.5 127 25
Himachal Pradesh 20.7 41.6 35.6 9.2
Jammu & Kashmir 13.6 16.7 14 19.9
Jharkhand 223.7 329.6 492.3 343.7
Karnataka 1118 1565 1061 467.3
Kerala 10.3 3 3.6 0
Madhya Pradesh 4304.6 3386.2 4160.1 612.2
Maharashtra 2370 3099.8 2215 1208
Manipur 7.2 24.2 # #
Meghalaya 3.5 3.7 # #
Mizoram 6.5 6.1 # #
Nagaland 34.7 36.4 # #
Orissa 399.4 426.9 357.2 247
Punjab 18 19.3 53.3 14
Rajasthan 713.7 3259.7 2360 713.1
Sikkim 12.9 11.9 # #
Tamil Nadu 204.2 246 399.5 71.4
Tripura 4.5 5.2 # #
Uttar Pradesh 1901.4 2037 2426 685
Uttarakhand 46 52.1 49 38
West Bengal 150.3 176.1 187.8 41.2
A & N Islands 1.8 1.2 # #
D & N Haveli 4.9 6.1 # #
Delhi 0.8 0.8 # #
Daman & Diu 1.1 1.1 # #
Pondicherry 0.3 1.3 # #
Others NA NA 122.9 35.7
All India 14661.9 18240.9 17207.9 5259.2
* As per 4th Advance Estimates released on 16.07.2012. ** As per 1st Advance Estimates released on 24.09.2012 (Kharif only). # Included in others. NA: Not applicable.
State-wise estimates of major Kharif and Rabi Crops during 2009-10 to 2012-13
Kharif Foodgrains State/UT Production ('000 Tonnes)
2009-10 2010-11 2011-12* 2012-13**
Andhra Pradesh 7209 9884 10608 8403.7
Arunachal Pradesh 289.5 312.6 # #
Assam 3570.2 3928.4 3152 3817
Bihar 3929.4 3422.5 7619.5 6495
Chhattisgarh 4366.6 6460.5 6285.3 6065.7
Goa 101.7 72.4 # #
Gujarat 3015 3801.3 4098 2793.1
Haryana 4653 4756 5042 3939
Himachal Pradesh 660.9 818.2 870.4 851
Jammu & Kashmir 1014.6 1064.5 1079 1056.9
Jharkhand 1818.1 1576.4 4062.6 4813.6
Karnataka 7470 10180.3 9180 7566.3
Kerala 472.1 389.7 423 449
Madhya Pradesh 3722.5 4261.3 4670.6 4811.3
Maharashtra 6929 9207.4 8432 6698
Manipur 336.3 568.5 # #
Meghalaya 188.7 188.4 # #
Mizoram 58.6 63.4 # #
Nagaland 331.1 542.9 # #
Orissa 6673.6 6560.4 5514.1 6013.7
Punjab 11728.2 11342.8 11056.4 11458.8
Rajasthan 3659.4 9006.9 7785.6 5808.4
Sikkim 104.3 101.1 # #
Tamil Nadu 6233.3 6231.3 7647.8 6085.2
Tripura 456.9 525.9 # #
Uttar Pradesh 13826.9 15603 17882 17197
Uttarakhand 864 834.4 885 948
West Bengal 10193.8 9013.5 10845.6 9410.8
A & N Islands 25.5 24.3 # #
D & N Haveli 17.5 26.2 # #
Delhi 32.9 42 # #
Daman & Diu 3.8 3.7 # #
Pondicherry 39.1 39.3 # #
Others NA NA 2804.6 2494.5
All India 103995.5 120853.3 129943.4 117176.1
* As per 4th Advance Estimates released on 16.07.2012. ** As per 1st Advance Estimates released on 24.09.2012 (Kharif only). # Included in others. NA: Not applicable.
State-wise estimates of major Kharif and Rabi Crops during 2009-10 to 2012-13 Total Foodgrains
State/UT Production ('000 Tonnes)
2009-10 2010-11 2011-12* 2012-13**
Andhra Pradesh 15295 20315 18402.7 8403.7
Arunachal Pradesh 308.9 333.7 # #
Assam 4481.1 4876.5 4192 3817
Bihar 10150.6 9222 14054.6 6495
Chhattisgarh 4902.8 7055.2 6841.8 6065.7
Goa 109.9 123.1 # #
Gujarat 5761 8341.6 9066 2793.1
Haryana 15357 16629.5 17957.4 3939
Himachal Pradesh 1017.2 1421.1 1515 851
Jammu & Kashmir 1314.2 1521.6 1494.9 1056.9
Jharkhand 2152.2 1876.6 4663.1 4813.6
Karnataka 10955 13877.2 12200 7566.3
Kerala 610.8 527.2 559.5 449
Madhya Pradesh 16016.4 14952.1 19045.6 4811.3
Maharashtra 12586.3 15420.4 12316 6698
Manipur 338.9 592.7 # #
Meghalaya 239.1 239 # #
Mizoram 62.4 66.8 # #
Nagaland 354.2 568.3 # #
Orissa 7553.1 7619.3 6433.3 6013.7
Punjab 26950.1 27866.3 28352 11458.8
Rajasthan 12350.1 18832.2 18963.3 5808.4
Sikkim 117.3 110.3 # #
Tamil Nadu 7511.4 7594.9 9640.6 6085.2
Tripura 647.9 712.4 # #
Uttar Pradesh 43195.3 47247.6 50292.6 17197
Uttarakhand 1796 1815.6 1853 948
West Bengal 15741.6 14466.9 16289.7 9410.8
A & N Islands 27.1 25.4 # #
D & N Haveli 21.3 29.8 # #
Delhi 125.8 153.3 # #
Daman & Diu 4.9 4.8 # #
Pondicherry 52.9 53.5 # #
Others NA NA 3308.7 2494.5
All India 218107.7 244492.1 257441.9 117176.1
* As per 4th Advance Estimates released on 16.07.2012. ** As per 1st Advance Estimates released on 24.09.2012 (Kharif only). # Included in others. NA: Not applicable.
State-wise estimates of major Kharif and Rabi Crops during 2009-10 to 2012-13
Kharif Oilseeds State/UT Production ('000 Tonnes)
2009-10 2010-11 2011-12* 2012-13**
Andhra Pradesh 640 1288 735.5 652
Arunachal Pradesh 4.5 4.8 # #
Assam 12.1 11.1 10 12
Bihar 7.9 5.9 6.4 6.7
Chhattisgarh 163.1 185.8 134.5 133.4
Goa 1.2 1.4 # #
Gujarat 2620 4340 4211 2790.4
Haryana 3.5 3.8 6.2 4.7
Himachal Pradesh 0.9 2.4 2.2 2.2
Jammu & Kashmir 2 2 1.9 2
Jharkhand 14.6 32.8 34.8 36
Karnataka 610 901 670 498
Kerala 1.2 2.1 2.2 0.9
Madhya Prd. 6735.6 7138 6801.2 6982.3
Maharashtra 2516 4729 4338 4214
Manipur 0.5 5.8 # #
Meghalaya 2.1 2.1 # #
Mizoram 2.7 3.5 # #
Nagaland 27.2 33.6 # #
Orissa 85.6 93.9 73.7 79.3
Punjab 5.7 6.2 4.5 8
Rajasthan 1452.5 2233.1 2762.1 2445
Sikkim 4.1 3.7 #
Tamil Nadu 531.3 535.9 546.3 469.6
Tripura 1.1 1.6 # #
Uttar Pradesh 103 164 189 202
Uttaranchal 21 16.1 19 23
West Bengal 157.8 173.5 181.3 171.1
D & N Haveli 0.1 0.1 # #
Pondicherry 1.1 0.9 # #
Others NA NA 57.5 50.2
All India 15728.5 21922.1 20787.3 18782.8
* As per 4th Advance Estimates released on 16.07.2012. ** As per 1st Advance Estimates released on 24.09.2012 (Kharif only). # Included in others. NA: Not applicable.
State-wise estimates of major Kharif and Rabi Crops during 2009-10 to 2011-12
Rabi Oilseeds
State/UT Production ('000 Tonnes)
2009-10 2010-11 2011-12*
Andhra Pradesh 860 707.6 594
Arunachal Pradesh 23.8 24.3 #
Assam 132.6 142.5 138
Bihar 136.7 130.4 132.7
Chhattisgarh 37.3 31.4 36.4
Goa 6.9 6.9 #
Gujarat 477 556.1 720
Haryana 874 960 879
Himachal Pradesh 2.9 5.3 6.4
Jammu & Kashmir 47.6 51 45.1
Jharkhand 65 80.9 139.7
Karnataka 395 369 276.4
Kerala NA NA NA
Madhya Prd. 900.6 897.4 915.1
Maharashtra 298 311 206
Manipur 0.2 20.9 #
Meghalaya 4.9 4.9 #
Mizoram 0.3 0.3 #
Nagaland 57.4 32.7 #
Orissa 86.5 85.9 85.7
Punjab 77.7 65.3 63
Rajasthan 2954.7 4371.8 2972.7
Sikkim 5.3 4.2 #
Tamil Nadu 408.3 397.2 593.2
Tripura 1.4 1.8 #
Uttar Prd. 713 755.4 747.9
Uttarakhand 12 11.4 12
West Bengal 569.2 530.1 564.2
Delhi 4.9 1.3 #
Others NA NA 97.3
All India 9153.2 10556.9 9224.9
* As per 4th Advance Estimates released on 16.07.2012. # Included in others. NA: Not applicable.
State-wise estimates of major Kharif and Rabi Crops during 2009-10 to 2012-13
Total Oilseeds State/UT Production ('000 Tonnes)
2009-10 2010-11 2011-12* 2012-13**
Andhra Pradesh 1500 1995.6 1329.5 652
Arunachal Pradesh 28.3 29.1 # #
Assam 144.7 153.6 148 12
Bihar 144.6 136.2 139.1 6.7
Chhattisgarh 200.4 217.2 170.9 133.4
Goa 8.1 8.3 # #
Gujarat 3097 4896.1 4931 2790.4
Haryana 877.5 963.8 885.2 4.7
Himachal Pradesh 3.8 7.7 8.6 2.2
Jammu & Kashmir 49.7 53 47 2
Jharkhand 79.6 113.7 174.5 36
Karnataka 1005 1270 946.4 498
Kerala 1.2 2.1 2.2 0.9
Madhya Prd. 7636.2 8035.4 7716.3 6982.3
Maharashtra 2814 5040 4544 4214
Manipur 0.7 26.7 # #
Meghalaya 7 7.1 # #
Mizoram 3 3.8 # #
Nagaland 84.6 66.3 # #
Orissa 172.1 179.8 159.4 79.3
Punjab 83.4 71.5 67.5 8
Rajasthan 4407.2 6604.8 5734.8 2445
Sikkim 9.4 7.9 # #
Tamil Nadu 939.6 933.1 1139.5 469.6
Tripura 2.5 3.4 # #
Uttar Prd. 816 919.4 936.9 202
Uttaranchal 33 27.5 31 23
West Bengal 727.1 703.6 745.5 171.1
D & N Havelli 0.1 0.1 # #
Delhi 4.9 1.3 # #
Pondicherry 1.1 0.9 # #
Others NA NA 154.8 50.2
All India 24881.7 32479 30012.2 18782.8
State-wise estimates of major Kharif and Rabi Crops during 2009-10 to 2012-13
Sugarcane
State/UT Production ('000 Tonnes)
2009-10 2010-11 2011-12* 2012-13**
Andhra Pradesh 11708 14964 16728 15901.6
Arunachal Pradesh 27.1 29 # #
Assam 1059 1075 965 1079
Bihar 5032.6 12763.6 12071.9 11581.3
Chhattisgarh 29.2 21.8 24.4 51.3
Gujarat 12400 13760 14176.6 14210
Goa 52.3 49.1 # #
Haryana 5335 6042 6959 7597
Himachal Pradesh 45.6 38.3 28.3 29.1
Jammu & Kashmir 0 0 NA 0.1
Jharkhand 447 457.3 457.3 460.8
Karnataka 30443 39657 38808 32718
Kerala 285 271.8 156.1 100.7
Madhya Pradesh 2535 2667 2677 4218
Maharashtra 64159 81895.7 81859.1 61323
Manipur 21.3 301.3 # #
Meghalaya 0.2 0.2 # #
Mizoram 12.4 7.9 # #
Nagaland 152.9 184.9 # #
Orissa 489.9 902.7 884.7 816.9
Punjab 3700 4170 4670 5040
Rajasthan 344.5 367.9 429.1 344
Tamil Nadu 29745.6 34251.8 39283.7 34933.5
Tripura 44.9 46.5 # #
Uttar Pradesh 117140 120545 128819 135645
Uttaranchal 5842 6497.6 6596 6854
West Bengal 1000.8 1134.1 1175 1620
A & N Islands 2 2.3 # #
Pondicherry 247.3 277.7 # #
Others NA NA 898.9 805.2
All India 292301.6 342381.6 357667.1 335328.3
* As per 4th Advance Estimates released on 16.07.2012. ** As per 1st Advance Estimates released on 24.09.2012 (Kharif only). # Included in others. NA: Not applicable.
State-wise estimates of major Kharif and Rabi Crops during 2009-10 to 2012-13
Cotton State/UT Production ('000 bales of 170 kg each)
2009-10 2010-11 2011-12* 2012-13**
Andhra Pradesh 3227 5300 4900 6200
Assam 0.8 # # #
Chattisgarh 0.3 # # #
Gujarat 7986.3 10400 12000 8500
Haryana 1926 1750 2650 2400
Himachal Pradesh 0 # # #
Karnataka 868.2 1200 1200 1200
Kerala 1.3 # # #
Madhya Pradesh 855.3 2000 2000 2400
Maharashtra 5859.3 8500 7200 7850
Meghalaya 5.5 # # #
Mizoram 0.8 # # #
Nagaland 0 # # #
Orissa 147.2 250 325 450
Punjab 2006 2100 2300 2400
Rajasthan 903.1 900 1335 1000
Tamil Nadu 225 450 450 500
Tripura 1.4 # # #
Uttar Pradesh 5 # # #
West Bengal 3.3 # # #
Pondicherry 0 # # #
Others NA 150 840 500
All India 24021.8 33000 35200 33400
* As per 4th Advance Estimates released on 16.07.2012. ** As per 1st Advance Estimates released on 24.09.2012 (Kharif only). # Included in others. NA: Not applicable.
ACHIEVEMENTS UNDER BGREI 27th November, 2012
LSQ 842
Shri Jose K. Mani Prof. Saugata Roy Shri Rajendra Agrawal Shri Francisco Sardinha
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has launched a programme namely `Bringing Green Revolution in Eastern India` (BGREI), a sub-scheme of Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY);
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) the achievements made in various eastern States under the programme;
(d) whether the Government proposes to step up the production of Basmati rice in Punjab and Haryana which is facing acute water shortage due to depletion of ground water resources; and
(e) if so, the details thereof and the steps taken or being taken by the Government in this regard?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. In order to address the constraints that limit the productivity of rice based cropping systems in eastern India, the Government launched a programme namely `Bringing Green Revolution in Eastern India (BGREI)` -as a sub scheme of Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) during the year 2010-11 with an allocation of Rs. 400 crores in seven states viz., Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Odisha, Eastern Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. The programme has been continued since then with an allocation of Rs. 400 crore in 2011-12 which was enhanced to Rs. 1,000 crore in 2012-13.
(c): The focused efforts over the past three years of implementation of BGREI and other crop development programmes such as National Food Security Mission (NFSM), Macro Management of Agriculture (MMA) and Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) have resulted in significant increase in share of eastern region in the total production of rice in the country. A record production of 53.34 million tonnes of rice has been achieved by the region out of total rice production of 104.32 million tonnes in 2011-12 as per Fourth Advance Estimates. State-wise production figures of rice in the region for 2011-12 is given as under:
(Lakh Tonnes) % increase from S1. No. State Normal 2011-12 (4th Advance Estimates) normal
1 Assam 29.31 40.09 36.78
2 Bihar 42.52 72.01 69.36
3 Chhattisgarh 47.96 60.28 25.69
4 Jharkhand 25.84 34.18 32.23
5 Odisha 62.37 58.15 (-) 6.77
6 Uttar Pradesh 115.59 140.25 21.33
7 West Bengal 102.45 148.53 44.98
Total for seven States 426.04 553.49 29.92
All-India 940.2 1043.22 10.96
(d) & (e): Considering the over exploitation of limited natural resources of north western region due to rice cultivation, Government is giving emphasis on increasing rice production in the resource rich eastern region of the country. There is, therefore, no programme of the Government to actively promote Basmati rice in Punjab and Haryana.
MICRO IRRIGATION 27th November, 201`2
LSQ 851
Smt. Kamla Devi Patle
Shri Haribhau Madhav Jawale Shri Marotrao Sainuji Kowase Shri P. R. Natarajan
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether India has the potential to bring 70 million hectare land under micro irrigation;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether the Government has considered some special schemes to promote micro and drip irrigation in various States of the country including Maharashtra and Karnataka;
(d) if so, whether any subsidy/ incentives are provided/proposed to be provided by the Government to the farmers of various States including Maharashtra and Karnataka;
(e) if so, the details thereof;
(f) the details of public/private players in the micro-irrigation sector across the country as on date and their contribution in providing water for agricultural purposes; and
(g) the funds allocated to various States under micro and drip irrigation scheme, State-wise during the last three years and the likely allocation for the Twelfth Five Year Plan period?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) & (b): The Task Force on Micro Irrigation, set up under the chairmanship of the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, in its report submitted in January 2004, has estimated 69.5 million hectare as potential area in the country under micro irrigation.
(c) to (e): A Centrally Sponsored Scheme on Micro Irrigation was launched in all the States, except North Eastern and Himalayan States, in January, 2006. Under the scheme, cost of drip/ Sprinkler irrigation system was shared in the ratio of 40: 10:50 between Central Government, State Government and the beneficiary. The scheme has been up scaled as `National Mission on Micro Irrigation` (NMMI) in June, 2010, increasing central share of assistance for small and marginal farmers by 10% and covering all states in the country.
(f): There is no provision under the scheme for providing water for agricultural purpose either through public or private agency. The scheme is being implemented by the respective state governments.
(g): Details are annexed.
Annexure
Statement with reference to part (g) of Lok Sabha unstarred Question No. 851 for 27.11.2012 regarding Micro Irrigation
Funds Allocated under National Mission on Micro Irrigation during last 3 years and 12th Plan Period
Rs. in crore S.No. States 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 1 Andhra Pradesh 168.32 240.00 287.20 2 Bihar 0 0.00 6.00 3 Chattisgarh 34.50 25.00 50.00 4 Goa 0.12 1.00 0.50 5 Gujarat 146.56 120.00 180.95
6 Haryana 5.78 15.00 27.00 7 Jharkhand 0 10.00 10.00 8 Karnataka 143.70 130.00 112.15 9 Kerala 1.48 2.00 2.00 10 Madhya Pradesh 51.15 75.00 110.95 1 1 Maharashtra 173.55 225.00 282.80 12 Orissa 9.48 15.00 9.00 13 Punjab 10.01 15.00 16.00 14 Rajasthan 64.94 120.00 160.95 15 Tamil Nadu 25.26 70.00 95.00 16 Uttar Pradesh 0.00 10.00 10.00 17 West Bengal 0 0.00 1.00 18 *NE & Himalayan States 0.00 30.00 15.50 *Scheme introduced in 2010-11 Budget Allocation for 2012-13 is Rs. 1500.00 crore For 12th Plan Period, budget allocation is not yet finalized
USE OF BIO-FERTILISERS 27th November, 2012
LSQ 853
Dr. Mahesh Joshi Smt. Maneka Sanjay Gandhi Dr. Mahendrasinh Pruthvisinh Chauhan Shri Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo Shri Chandrakant Bhaurao Khaire Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the details of organic pesticides/ fertilisers and bio-fertilisers production in the country at present;
(b) the details of demand, supply and utilisation of organic/bio-fertilisers in the country during each of the last three years and the current year, State-wise;
(c) whether any assessment has been made with regard to the likely benefits of use of bio-fertilisers on soil fertility and agricultural production;
(d) if so, the details thereof;
(e) whether the Government has proposed any action plan to promote the use of bio and organic fertilisers and finalised any new national fertiliser policy to promote the balanced use of all fertilizers including bio-fertilisers; and
(f) if so, the details thereof, State-wise and the funds allocated and utilised in this regard during each of the last three years and the current year?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a): The details of organic fertilizers(manures) and bio-fertilizers production in the country during the last three years is at Annexure-I and II.
(b): Bio-fertilizers being specific live micro-organisms and short-life products are produced against the demand and the quantity produced is also the demand based quantity supply. Total production of different bio-fertilizers in the country is Annexed.
(c) & (d): Studies have been made on the benefits of the use of bio-fertilizers on soil fertility and agricultural production by ICAR. The biofertilizers - cheap and eco- friendly source of nutrient is an important component of Integrated Nutrient Management and can supplement costly chemical fertilizers(N,P) by nearly 20-25% with absolute grain yield benefits ranging from 100-300 kg/ha. The investigations carried out under Network project on Soil Biodiversity-Biofertilizers operating in 14 different states have ascertained the benefits of biofertilizers in terms of sustaining soil health and higher productivity. Rhizobium for all pulses and other leguminous crops is used to promote biological nitrogen fixation in root nodules; Azotobacter for seed coating and soil application and nursery seedling dip of all cereal, pulses, oilseed, vegetable and horticultural crops; and Azospirillum for rice, maize, sugarcane, millets and vegetables for seed inoculation/seedling dip. Phosphate Solubilising Bacteria (PSB) are various strains of Bacillus and Pseudomonas recommended for seed and soil inoculation for all crops. Blue green algae (BGA) e.g., Nostoc, Anabaena, Aulosira, Tolypothrix etc are recommended for rice. Azolla- Water fern that has nitrogen fixing Anabaena as a micro-symbiont, recommended both as a green manure and as inoculant for rice. VAM (Vesicular-Arbuscular Mycorhiza) are fungi which are associated with the roots of most higher plants and helps the plants in mobilizing macro- and micro-nutrients.
(e) & (f): Government is already promoting integrated nutrient management, advocating soil test-based balanced and judicious use of chemical fertilizers, bio- fertilizers and organic manures to maintain soil health and its productivity through National project on Management of Soil Health & Productivity(NPMSHF) scheme. Government is also supporting production of bio-fertilizers and organic manures and providing subsidy for setting up of Vegetable and Fruit Market Waste Compost units and Bio-fertilizer production units through financial assistance which is being provided as credit linked back ended subsidy through NABARD for setting up of Fruit & Vegetable , Market waste/ Agricultural waste compost unit @ 33% of total financial outlay or Rs. 60.00 lakh whichever is less for 100 ton per day capacity and financial assistance up to 25% of total financial outlay or Rs 40 lakh whichever is less for establishment of state of the art sterile liquid / carrier based 200 TPA biofertilizers and microbial biopesticides production units as credit linked back ended subsidy through NABARD. In order to promote organic fertilizers in the country, the ICAR alongwith State Agricultural Universities has developed technology for preparation of enriched/vermi compost from various rural and urban wastes. Besides, improved and efficient strains of biofertilizers specific to different crops and soil types are being developed under Network project on Soil Biodiversity-Biofertilizers.
State-wise funds are not earmarked however, the funds are released to NABARD for granting subsidy to organic input production units all over India as per demand.
Details of subsidy approved during the last three years under Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme(CISS) for setting up of bio-fertilizer production units are at Annexure- III.
ANNEXURE OF UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 853 DATED 27.11.2012
Annexure I
State-wise details of different organic manures produced (lakh MT) in different States during the last three years (As per details provided by the States)
Sr. No Name of the State Total organic manure Produced * (Lakh MT)
2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
1 Andhra Pradesh 93.55 118.45 106
2 Arunachal Pradesh 0.12 0.12 0.01
3 Assam 33.91 5.85 2.85
4 Bihar 5.5 66.25 66.25
5 Chhattisgarh 128.73 144.48 129.15
6 Goa 1.354 3.9 4.3
7 Gujarat 21 40 363.5
8 Haryana 10.05 18.4 18.4
9 Himachal Pradesh 40.55 40.55 40.55
10 Jammu & Kashmir 459.95 22.2 22.2
11 Jharkhand 23 23 234.45
12 Karnataka 2001.27 1442.09 1108.62
13 Kerala 131.87 131.87 84.99
14 Madhya Pradesh 97.5 136 136
15 Maharashtra 91.32 95.47 0.82
16 Manipur 0.5 0.5 0.5
17 Mizoram 0.21 0.21 0.08
18 Meghalaya N.A. 0.95 10.57
19 Nagaland 0.09 0.16 0.16
20 Orissa 85.45 131.82 11.49
21 Punjab 92.19 379.62 341.29
22 Rajasthan 5.07 294.52 294.52
23 Sikkim 22.5 27.6 0.0058
24 Tamil Nadu 9.06 56.39 8.37
25 Tripura N.A. N.A. N.A.
26 Uttar Pradesh 38.76 327.78 327.78
27 Uttarakhand 0.38 0.38 10.64
28 West Bengal 92.19 162.84 162.84
Total 3486.07 3671.4 3486.33
Source: NCOF * Total organic manures include Rural Compost, urban compost, Farm Yard Manure (FYM), Vermicompost , Green manuring and other manures N.A. = Not Available
Annexure II Biofertilizer production in India during the period from 2008-09 to 2011-12
S. No. State Actual production of biofertilizers in MT during years
2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
1 Andhra Pradesh 168.13 1345.28 999.6 1126.35
2 Arunachal Pradesh - - - -
3 Assam 129.35 121.04 130 68.33
4 Bihar - - 136.26 75
5 Chhatishgarh - - - 276.34
6 Delhi 1165.1 1021.85 1205 1617
7 Gujarat 1149.69 1309.19 6318 2037.35
8 Goa - 0 443.4 0
9 Haryana 14.25 6.19 6.53 914.41
10 Himachal Pradesh - 8.5 9 1.29
11 Jharkhand 15 15 0 8.38
12 Karnataka 11921.05 3695.5 6930 5760.32
13 Kerala 1187 1936.45 3257 904.17
14 Madhya Pradesh 848.44 1587.67 2455.57 2309.06
15 Maharashtra 1249.87 1861.33 2924 8743.69
16 Manipur - - - -
17 Mizoram 1.99 2.5 2 -
18 Meghalaya - - 0 -
19 Nagaland 16 18.25 21.5 13
20 Orissa 405.03 289.86 357.66 590.12
21 Punjab 1.14 301.23 2.5 692.22
22 Pondicherry 561.79 452.79 783 509.45
23 Rajasthan 353.67 805.571 819.75 199.78
24 Sikkim - - - -
25 Tamil Nadu 4687.81 3732.58 8691 3373.81
26 Tripura 14.68 278.4 850 1542.85
27 Uttar Pradesh 885.51 962.64 1217.45 8695.08
28 Uttarakhand 48.23 32 45 263.01
29 West Bengal 241.24 256.5 393.39 603.2
Total 5877.48 5262.12 11196.84 14477.95
Source: Compiled by NCOF (Data as provided by Production Units / State Governments) Annexure-III Cumulative Statement of Total Amount of Eligible Subsidy of CISS of NPOF by NABARD for establishment of Organic Inputs Production Units* (Rs. In Lakh)
S.No. Name of State Upto 2008-09 Upto 2009-10 Upto 2010-11 Upto 2011-12
2 Arunachal Pradesh 0 0 0 0
3 Assam 22.175 26.089 26.463 56.657
4 Bihar 9 9 9 10.5
5 Chhatishgarh 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9
6 Delhi 40 40 40 40
7 Goa 33.94 33.94 33.94 33.94
8 Gujarat 168.2046 167.3127 218.121 218.121
9 Himachal Pradesh 21.583 21.583 21.583 21.583
10 J & K 0 0 0 0
11 Jharkhand 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5
12 Karnataka 106.88 114.455 233.523 233.523
13 Kerala 30.7065 64.3565 64.3565 64.3565
14 M.P. 34.728 37.32 37.32 37.32
15 Maharashtra 137.304 164.616 189.116 240.858
16 Manipur 0 0 0 0
17 Meghalaya 11.3364 11.33636 11.3364 11.3364
18 Mizoram 0 0 0 0
19 Nagaland 0 0 0 0
20 Orissa 0 0 0 0
21 Punjab & Haryana 104.404 203.62 241.3294 267.9093
22 Rajasthan 24.316 135.536 158.036 158.036
23 Sikkim 0 0 0 0
24 Tamil Nadu 40.636 54.636 65.224 65.224
25 Tripura 0 0 0 20
26 Uttar Pradesh 204.23 216.23 218.274 219.424
27 Uttrakhand 38.62 38.62 56.12 56.12
28 West Bengal 34.582 34.582 34.582 34.582
TOTAL 1176.8775 1487.4646 1792.4582 1963.6241
*including the amount of subsidy approved in respect of earlier sanctioned units Source: NCOF
CROP DIVERSIFICATION 27th November, 2012
LSQ 866
Smt. Shruti Choudhry
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has prepared a comprehensive agricultural plan to push crop diversification for improvement in the agricultural produces in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the present status thereon?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. The Ministry of Agriculture is implementing various schemes, viz., National Food Security Mission, including Accelerated Pulses Production Programme(A3P); Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY), including its sub- schemes, namely, Bringing Green Revolution to Eastern India (BGREI), Initiative for Nutritional Security through Intensive Millets Promotion (INSIMP), Accelerated Fodder Development Programme (AFDP), Special Programme on Oil Palm Area Expansion (OPAE), Vegetable Clusters; National Horticulture Mission, Technology Mission on Integrated Scheme of Oilseeds, Pulses, Oil Palm and Maize (ISOPOM), Technology Mission on Cotton(TMC), Jute Technology Mission(JTM) etc, aim at promotion of crops in ecologies suitable for their cultivation. BGREI has specifically been designed to develop rice based cropping system to enhance the rice productivity in Eastern Region so as to reduce the pressure of paddy production in North-western States, where paddy-wheat cultivation has resulted in depletion of ground water and deterioration of soil health.
(c): These efforts have paid good dividends by way of enhanced production of food grains in the XI Plan from 217.28 million tonnes in 2006-07 to 257.44 million tonnes in 2011-12 (4th Advance Estimates). The share of the Eastern Region in the total rice production in the country has also increased and in 2011-12, 53% of total rice production has been contributed by the Eastern States. The increase in food grain production has reduced import burden considerably in case of pulses particularly. Similarly in other Agricultural Commodities, production of horticultural crops has increased from 191.81 million tonnes in 2006-07 to 250.63 million tonnes in 2011-12. Production of total oilseeds has increased from 24.29 million tonnes to 30.02 million tonnes, production of cotton from 22.63 million bales to 35.20 million bales and production of jute & Mesta from 11.27 million bales to 11.57 million bales from 2006- 07 to 2011-12.
NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL INSURANCE SCHEME 27th November, 2012
LSQ 881
Shri N. Peethambara Kurup
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the number of farmers benefitted under the National Agricultural Insurance Scheme in the country during the last three years, State-wise;
(b) whether the coconut farmers are also included under the scheme;
(c) if so, the details thereof;
(d) whether the Union Government has conducted any study on the grievances of the coconut farmers; and
(e) if so, the schemes implemented/ proposed to be implemented for the benefit of the coconut farmers?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a): State-wise details of farmers benefited under the National Agricultural Insurance Scheme during the last three years are annexed.
(b) & (c): Coconut being a perennial crop is not covered under National Agricultural Insurance - Scheme (NAIS) However, a Coconut Palm Insurance Scheme (CPIS) is being implemented on pilot basis from 2009-10 in major coconut growing States. As per the scheme, individual farmer growing atleast 10 healthy nut bearing plants in age range of 4-60 years in contiguous area/plot is eligible for insurance `coverage for total loss/death/becoming useless of the plant. The premium ranges from Rs. 3.50 to Rs. 5.75 per palm. Total 75% subsidy in premium is provided by the Government (Centre 50% and State 25%).
(d) & (e): As provided in the scheme, an evaluation study of the pilot CPIS has recently been conducted by the International Centre for Economic Policy and Analysis (ICEPA), Cochin University of Science & Technology. Annexure of unstarred question no. 881 dated 27.11.2012 NAIS- Statewise No. of Farmers Covered/Benefitted during the last 3 years
Sl. No. State/UTs 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 1 Andhra Pradesh 3347813 2662030 1934627 2 Assam 51907 36108 56317 3 Bihar 1067844 893705 345455 4 Chandigarh 910515 913152 1012068 5 Goa 237 360 344 6 Gujarat 948419 966065 1009767 7 Haryana 54931 8651 33999 8 Himachal Pradesh 45332 31088 . 28976 9 Jharkhand 1330955 380475 216231 10 Karnataka 1102064 718298 1369484 11 Kerala 32810 32526 26576 12 Madhya Pradesh 2557165 2840915 2890713 13 Maharashtra 3184348 2180361 2511945 14 Manipur 10930 341 2683 15 Meghalaya 5059 1748 1461 16 Mizoram* 121 0 0 17 Orissa 1203359 1142386 1512407 18 Rajasthan* 3012900 0 0 19 Sikkim 40 0 105 20 Tamilnadu 944158 1039576 488880 21 Tripura 588 1488 1226 22 Uttar Pradesh 2967896 2476254 2100117 23 Uttarakhand 93174 74315 36485 24 West Bengal 1052942 1243690 889227 25 A & N Islands 170 284 . 230 26 Puducherry 4210 2777 3111 27 Jammu & Kashmir 4333 2446 3666 Ground Total 23934220 17649039 16476100 Note: Claims for Rabi 2011-12 are yet to be Reported from some States
ALTERNATIVE FOR ENDOSULFAN 27th November, 2012
LSQ 895
Shri Suresh Chanabasappa Angadi
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether any Review Committee has been set up to explore alternatives for endosulfan;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the steps taken/being taken by the Government to introduce alternatives for endosulfan?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. In writ petition (civil) No. 213 of 2011 “Democratic Youth Federation of India vs Union of India & Ors”, Hon’ble Supreme Court passed an ad- interim order on 13.05.2011 banning production, sale and use of Endosulfan in the country till further orders and appointed a Joint Committee headed by the Director General of Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Agriculture Commissioner to conduct a scientific study on the question whether the use of Endosulfan would cause any serious health hazard to human beings and would cause environmental pollution. Accordingly, the Central Government issued instructions on 14.05.2011 to all State Governments/U.T. Administrations to implement interim order of the court in toto, which are binding on all manufacturers.
The Joint Committee appointed by the Hon’ble Supreme Court has also been directed by the Court to suggest alternatives to Endosulfan.
The Joint Committee in its interim Report submitted in Supreme Court has given alternative pesticides to Endosulfan registered and available in the country.
(c): The Government would advise farmers to use available alternative pesticides of Endosulfan for controlling various pests of different crops under the ambit of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach.
A list of alternative pesticides to Endosulfan against various insect pest on different crop as per approved label claim under the Insecticides Act, 1968 is Annexed.
Annexure of unstarred question no. 895 dated 27.11.2012 Alternatives of Endosulfan Crop Insect Pest Alternate Insecticide* (A) Endosulfan 35% EC Paddy Gall midge Carbofuran 3%CG,Cabosulfan 6%GR,Carbosulfan 25%EC, Chlorpyriphos 10%GR, Chlorpyriphos 20%EC, Chlorpyriphos 1.5%DP,Etophenprox 10%EC, Fipronil 5% SC, Lambda-cyhalothrin 2.5% EC, Lambda-cyhalothrin 5% EC, Methyl Parathion 50% EC,Phorate 10%CG, Quinalphos 5%GR, Thiamethoxam 25%WG, Hispa Carbofuran 3%CG, Chlorpyriphos 20%EC, Lambda-cyhalothrin 2.5% EC, Lambda-cyhalothrin 5% EC, Malathion 50% EC, Methyl Parathion 50% EC, Phorate 10%CG,Quinalphos 25% EC, Quinalphos 25% Gel,Triazophos 20%EC &40%EC Stem borer Acephate 75%SP, Azadirachtin 0.15% NSK, 0.3%EC & 5% Neem Extract,Benfuracarb 3%GR, Carbofuran 3%CG, Carbosulfan 6%GR & 25%EC,Cartaphydrochloride 4%GR &50%SP,, Chlorantraniliprole 18.5%SC &0.4%GR, Chlorpyriphos 1.5%DP,10%GR, 20%EC , 50%EC & 1.5%DP, Deltamethrin 1.8%EC & 11%EC,Etophenprox 10%EC, Fipronil 5%SC ,0.3%GR &80%WG, Flubendiamide 20%WG & 39.35%SC, Lambda-cyhalothrin 4.9%CS, 2.5%EC &5%EC, Methyl parathion 50%EC, Monocrotophos 36%SL,Phorate 10%CG,Phosalone 35%EC,Phosphamidon 40%SL,Quinalphos 25%Gel, 5%GR,,20%AF &25%EC, Thiacloprid 21.7%SC,Triazophos 20%EC &40%EC, Thiamethoxam 25%WG,. Phosphamidon 40%+Imidacloprid 2%SP, White jassid Nil Gram Pod Borer Azadirachtin 0.03%WSP,Carbaryl 10%DP,Chlorpyriphos 1.5%DP, Deltamethrin 2.8%EC, Emamectin benzoate 5%SG, Ethion 50%EC, Monocrotophos 36%SL, Novaluron 10%EC,NPV of H.a. 2%AS,Quinalphos 25%EC,&1.5%DP.
Aphid Nil Cotton Aphid Acetamiprid 20%SP, Azadirachtin 0.03%WSP, Buprofezin 25%SC,Carbaryl 5%DP,Carbosulfan 25%DS, Chlorpyriphos 20%EC, Clothiadin 50%WDG, Deltamethrin 1.8%EC & 2.8%EC,Difenthiuron 50%WP,Dimethoate 30%EC, Fenvalerate 20%EC,Fipronil 5%SC,Fluvalinate 25%EC,Imidacloprid 70%WG,48%FS,70%WS,30.5%SC &17.8%SL, Malathion 50% EC, , Methyl Parathion 50% EC &2%DP,, Monocrotophos 36% SL, Oxydemeton methyl 25% EC, Phorate 10%CG, Profenophos 50%EC,Quinalphos 1.5%DP,Thiacloprid 21.7%SC, Thiamethoxam 25 %WG &30%FS, Acephate 25%+Fenvalerate 3%EC ,Acephate 50%+Imidacloprid 1.8%SP,Cypermethrin 3%+quinalphos 20%EC, Jassids Acephate 75%SP, Azadirachtin 0.03%WSP,& 5% Neem ext.conc.,Acetamiprid 20%SP, Buprofezin 25%SC, Carbaryl 5%DP,Carbosulfan 25%DS,Cypermethrin 25%EC, Clothiandin 50%WDG,Deltamethrin 1.8%EC &2.8%EC, Diafenthiuron 50%WP, Dimethoate 30%EC,Fenvalerate 20%EC,Fipronil 5%SC,Fluvalinate 25%EC,Imidacloprid 70%WG,48%FS,70%WS,30.5%SC &17.8%SL,Lambda- cyhalothrin 2.5%EC &5%EC,Malathion 50%EC,Methyl parathion 2%DP &50%EC, Monocrotophos 36% SL, Phorate 10%CG,Phosalone 35%EC &4%DP,Profenophos 50%EC, Quinalphos 25% EC,Thiacloprid 21.7%SC, Thiamethoxam 25% WG. Acephate 25%+Fenvalerate 3%EC, Acephate 50%+Imidacloprid 1.8%SP, Cypermethrin 3%+Quinalphos 20%EC, Indoxacarb14.5%+Acetamiprid 7.7%SC, Whitefly Acetamiprid 20 SP, Azadirachtin 0.15% EC,, 0.03WP& 5%extract,Bifenthrin 10%EC,Buprofezin 25%SC, Chlorpyriphos 20%EC, Clothiandin 50%WDG,Deltamethrin 1.8%EC &2.8%EC,Diafenthiuron 50%WP, Ethion 50%EC,Fenpropathrin 30%EC,Fipronil 5%SC,Imidacloprid 48%FS,70%WS &17.8%SL,Malathion 50%EC, Monocrotophos 36%SL,Phorate 10%CG,Thiacloprid 21.7%SC,Thiamethoxam 30%FS, 70%CS &25%WG, Triazophos 40%EC,Verticillium lecanii 1.15%WP. Acephate 25%+Fenvalerate 3%EC, Acephate 50%+Imidacloprid 1.8%SP, Deltamethrin1%+Triazophos 35%EC, Indoxacarb14.5%+Acetamiprid 7.7%SC, Thrips Phorate 10%CG,Phosalone 4%DP,Profenophos 50%EC,Quinalphos 1.5%DP,Thiacloprid 21.7%SC,Thiamethoxam 70%WS &25%WG,Buprofezin 25%SC,Carbosulfan 25%DS,Cypermethrin 25%EC,Deltamethrin 1.8%EC&2.8%EC,Diafenthiuron 50%WP,Dimethoate 30%EC,Fenvalerate 20%EC,Fipronil 5%SC,Imidacloprid 70%WG,40%FS,30.5%SC &17.8%SL,Lambda-cyhalothrin 2.5%EC &5%EC, Malathion 50%EC,Methyl parathion 2%DP &50%EC,Monocrotophos 36%SL, Thiamethoxam 25%WG, Acephate 25%+Fenvalerate 3%EC, Acephate 50%+Imidacloprid 1.8%SP, Leaf roller Nil Mustard, Aphid Chlorpyriphos 20% EC Dimethoate 30% EC, Malathion 50% EC, Methyl Parathion 2%DP , Monocrotophos 36 SL, Oxydemeton methyl 25%EC,Phorate 10%CG, Phosphamidon 40%SL. Gall midge Nil Bhindi Aphid Azadirachtin 5% Neem ext.conc.,Carbofuran3%CG,Dimethoate 30%EC,Imidacloprid 70%WG,48%FS,70%WS &17.8%SL,Malathion 50%EC,Permethrin 25%EC,Thiamethoxam 70%WS. Chillies Aphid Carbosulfan 25%EC,Fipronil 5%SC,Imidacloprid 70%WS &17.8%SL,Lambdacyhalothrin 5%EC,Oxydemeton methyl 25%EC,Phorate 10%CG,Phosalone 35%EC,Quinalphos 25%Gel ,25%EC & 1.5%DP. Wheat Aphid, Quinalphos 25 EC, Thiamethoxam 25%WG,Thiometon 25 EC, Termites Thiamethoxam 30%FS. Pink borer/ Dichlorvos 76%EC, Methylparathion 50%EC. Armyworm
Jute Semilooper, Azadirachtin 0.03% WSP, Quinalphos 1.5%DP & 25%ECQuinalphos 25 EC ,Phosalone 35 EC Bihar hairy Azadirachtin 0.03% WSP caterpillar Tea Aphid, Phosalone 35%EC, Hairy caterpillar Deltamethrin 2.8%EC,Profenophos 50%EC,Quinalphos 20%AF Mealy bug/ Tea Profenophos 50%EC,Thiamethoxam 25%WG mosquito Scale insects. NIL Maize Pink borer/Stem Carbofuran3%CG, Phorate 10%CG. borer Aphid NIL Mango Hopper, Buprofezin 25%SC,Carbaryl50%WP,Deltamethrin2.8%EC,dimethoate 30%EC,Imidacloprid 17.8%SL, Lambda-cyhalothrin 5%EC,Malathion 50%EC,Monocrotophos 36%SL,Oxydemeton methyl 25%EC, Thiamethoxam 25%WG. Fruit fly, NIL Termite NIL Ground nut Jassid, Imidacloprid 17.8%SL, Quinalphos 25%EC hairy caterpillar, Carbaryl 50%WP,Dichlorvos 76%EC, Trichlorofon 5%GR,Dust & 50%EC Semilooper NIL (B) Endosulfan 4% DP Cotton Aphid Acetamiprid 20%SP, Azadirachtin 0.03%WSP, Buprofezin 25%SC, Carbaryl 5%DP,10%DP,Carbosulfan 25%DS, Chlorpyriphos 20%EC, Clothiadin 50%WDG, Deltamethrin 1.8%EC & 2.8%EC,Difenthiuron 50%WP,Dimethoate 30%EC, Fenvalerate 20%EC,Fipronil 5%SC,Fluvalinate 25%EC,Imidacloprid 70%WG,48%FS,70%WS,30.5%SC &17.8%SL, Malathion 50% EC, , Methyl Parathion 50% EC &2%DP,, Monocrotophos 36% SL, Oxydemeton methyl 25% EC, Phorate 10%CG, Profenophos 50%EC,Quinalphos 1.5%DP,Thiacloprid 21.7%SC, Thiamethoxam 25 %WG &30%FS, Acephate 25%+Fenvalerate 3%EC, Jassids Acephate 75%SP, Azadirachtin 0.03%WSP,& 5% Neem ext.conc.,Acetamiprid 20%SP, Buprofezin 25%SC, Carbaryl 5%DP,&85%WP,Carbosulfan 25%DS,Cypermethrin 25%EC, Deltamethrin 1.8%EC &2.8%EC, Diafenthiuron 50%WP, Dimethoate 30%EC,Fenvalerate 20%EC,Fipronil 5%SC,Fluvalinate 25%EC,Imidacloprid 70%WG,48%FS,70%WS,30.5%SC &17.8%SL,Lambdacyhalothrin 2.5%EC &5%EC,Malathion 50%EC,Methyl parathion 2%DP &50%EC, Monocrotophos 36% SL, Phorate 10%CG,Phosalone 35%EC &4%DP,Profenophos 50%EC, Quinalphos 25% EC,Thiacloprid 21.7%SC, Thiamethoxam 25% WG. Acephate 25%+Fenvalerate 3%EC, Acephate 50%+Imidacloprid 1.8%SP, Cypermethrin 3%+Quinalphos 20%EC, Indoxacarb14.5%+Acetamiprid 7.7%SC, Thrips Buprofezin 25%SC,Carbaryl 10%DP &85%WP,Carbosulfan 25%DS,Cypermethrin 25%EC,Deltamethrin 1.8%EC&2.8%EC,Diafenthiuron 50%WP,Dimethoate 30%EC,Fenvalerate 20%EC,Fipronil 5%SC,Imidacloprid 70%WG,40%FS,30.5%SC &17.8%SL,Lambdacyhalothrin 2.5%EC &5%EC, Malathion 50%EC,Methylparathion 2%DP &50%EC,Monocrotophos 36%SL,Phorate 10%CG,Phosalone 4%DP,Profenophos 50%EC,Quinalphos 1.5%DP,Thiacloprid 21.7%SC,Thiamethoxam 70%WS &25%WG, Acephate 25%+Fenvalerate 3%EC, Acephate 50%+Imidacloprid 1.8%SP, Whiteflies Acetamiprid 20 SP, Azadirachtin 0.15% EC,& 0.03WP,Bifenthrin 10%EC,Buprofezin 25%SC, Chlorpyriphos 20%EC, Clothiandin 50%WDG,Deltamethrin 1.8%EC &2.8%EC,Diafenthiuron 50%WP, Ethion 50%EC,Fenpropathrin 30%EC,Fipronil 5%SC,Imidacloprid 48%FS,70%WS
&17.8%SL,Malathion 50%EC, Monocrotophos 36%SL,Phorate 10%CG, Profenophos 50%EC,Thiacloprid 21.7%SC,Thiamethoxam 30%FS, 70%CS &25%WG, Verticillium lecanii 1.15%WP. Acephate 25%+Fenvalerate 3%EC, Acephate 50%+Imidacloprid 1.8%SP, Deltamethrin1%+Triazophos 35%EC, Indoxacarb14.5%+Acetamiprid 7.7%SC, Bollworms, Acephate 75%SP, Alphacypermethrin 10%EC&SC,Acetamiprid 20 SP, Alphacypermethrin 10 EC, Azadirachtin 0.15%EC,0.3%EC , 0.03% EC &5%Ext. conc,B.t.k, B.t.k. 5%WP,Beta cyfluthrin 2.45%SC, Beauveria bassiana 1.15%WP,Bifenthrin 10%EC, Carbaryl 5%DP,10%DP, &85%WP,Chlorantraniliprole 18.5%SC, Chlorpyriphos 20%EC &50%EC,Cypermethrin 10%EC &25%EC,Deltamethrin 1.8%EC, 2.8%EC,11%EC & 25%tab, Diaflubenzuron 25%WP,Emamectin benzoate 5%SG,Ethion 50%EC,Fenpropathrin 10%EC &30%EC, Fenvalerate 20% EC,,0.4%DP&2%conc.,Fipronil 5%SC,Flubendiamide 39.35%SC,Fluvalinate 25%EC, Indoxacarb 14.5% SC, & 15.8%EC, Lambdacyhalothrin 4.9%CS & 5% EC, Lufenuron 5.4%EC,Methomyl 40%SP,Monocrotophos 36%SL,Novaluron 10%EC,NPV of H.a.0.43%AS,Permethrin 25%EC,Phenthoate 50%EC,Phosalone 35%EC, Profenofos 50%EC,Pyridalyl 10%EC,Quinalphos 20%AF,Spinosad 45%SC,Thiodicarb 75%WP, Triazophos 40%EC. Acephate 25%+Fenvalerate 3%EC, Acephate 50%+Imidacloprid 1.8%SP,Cypermethrin 3%+Quinalphos 20%EC,Chlorpyriphos 16%+Alphacypermethrin 1%EC, Deltamethrin1%+Triazophos 35%EC,Ethion 40%+Cypermethrin 5%EC, , Indoxacarb14.5%+Acetamiprid 7.7%SC,Profenophos 40%+Cypermethrin 4%EC Leaf roller NIL Paddy White Jassids/ Carbosulfan 25%EC,Deltamethrin 11%EC, Etophenprox 10%EC, leaf hopper Fenobucarb(BPMC) 50%EC,Fipronil 0.3%GR & 5%SC,Imidacloprid 30.5%SC & 17.8%SL, Oxydemeton methyl 25%EC,Phorate 10%CG,Phosphamidon 40%SL,Thiamethoxam 25%WG, Triazophos 20%EC & 40%EC. Stem borer , Gall As in Endosulfan 35% EC midge, Aphid Nil Maize Pink borer/Stem Phorate 10%CG. borer Wheat Aphid, Quinalphos 25 EC, Thiamethoxam 25%WG meton 25 EC, Termites Thiamethoxam 30%FS. Pink borer As in Endosulfan 35% EC Gram Aphid NIL Caterpillar/ Pod Azadirachtin 0.03%WSP,Chlorpyriphos 1.5%DP, Deltamethrin 2.8%EC, borer/ Pea - Emamectin benzoate 5%SG, Ethion 50%EC, Monocrotophos 36%SL, semilooper Novaluron 10%EC,NPV of H.a. 2%AS,Quinalphos 25%EC,&1.5%DP. Groundnut Aphid Chlorpyriphos 20 EC Mustard Aphid Chlorpyriphos 20% EC Dimethoate 30% EC, Malathion 50% EC, Methyl Parathion 2%DP , Monocrotophos 36 SL, Oxydemeton methyl 25%EC,Phorate 10%CG, Phosphamidon 40%SL. Gall midge Nill Bhindi Aphid, Jassid Azadirachtin 5% Neem ext.conc.,Carbofuran3%CG,Dimethoate 30%EC,Imidacloprid 70%WG,48%FS,70%WS &17.8%SL,Lambda-cyhalothrin 5%EC,Malathion 50%EC,Permethrin 25%EC,Thiamethoxam 70%WS Onion Aphid, jassid NIL Chillies Aphid, jassid Imidacloprid 70%WS, Oxydemetonmethyl 25%EC, Phorate 10%CG, Phosalone 35%EC, Quinalphos 25%EC&Gel. Potatoes Aphid, jassid Carbofuran 3%CG Jute Bihar hairy Azadirachtin 0.03% WSP caterpillar
Yellow mites NIL (C) Endosulfan 2% DP Arhar Pod borer Azadirachtin 0.03%WSP,B.t.k. 5%WP,Benfuracarb 40%EC,Chlorantraniliprole 18.5%SC,Chlorpyriphos 1.5%DP,Emamectin benzoate 5%SG, Ethion 50%EC, Flubendiamide 39.35%SC,Indoxacarb 14.5%SC, Lambdacyhalothrin 5%EC,Lufenuron 5.4%EC,Methomyl 40%SP,NPV of H.a.2%AS,Quinalphos 20%AF, 1.5%DP & 25%EC,Spinosad 45%SC. Gram Pod borer Azadirachtin 0.03%WSP,Carbaryl 10%DP,Chlorpyriphos 1.5%DP, Deltamethrin 2.8%EC, Emamectin benzoate 5%SG, Ethion 50%EC, Monocrotophos 36%SL, Novaluron 10%EC,NPV of H.a. 2%AS,Quinalphos 25%EC,&1.5%DP. Bhindi Fruit and shoot Azadirachtin 5% Neem ext, Carbaryl 10%DP,Cypermethrin 0.25 DP, 10%EC & borer 25%EC, Deltamethrin 2.8%EC, Emamectin benzoate 5%SG,Fenpropathrin 30%EC, Fenvalerate 20%EC,Malathion 50%EC, Permethrin 25%EC ,Phosalone 35%EC,Pyridalyl 10%EC,Quinalphos 20%AF &25%EC. Brinjal Fruit and shoot Azadirachtin 1%EC & 0.03%WSP, Chlorantraniliprole 18.5%SC, Chlorpyriphos borer 25%EC,Cypermethrin 0.25%DP & 25%EC,Dimethoate 30%EC Emamectin benzoate 5%SG,Fenpropathrin 30%EC,Fenvalerate 20%EC,Lambdacyhalothrin 5%EC,Phosalone 35%EC,Quinalphos 20%AF &25%EC,Thiodicarb 75%WP, Thiometon 25%EC,Triazophos 40%EC, Trichlorofon 5%GR,Dust &50%EC, Deltamethrin1%+Triazophos 35%EC, (D) Endosulfan 35%+Cypermethrin 5%EC Cotton Boll worm Acephate 75%SP, Alphacypermethrin 10%EC&SC,Acetamiprid 20 SP, Alphacypermethrin 10 EC, Azadirachtin 0.15%EC,0.3%EC , 0.03% EC &5%Ext. conc,B.t.k, B.t.k. 5%WP,Beta cyfluthrin 2.45%SC, Beauveria bassiana 1.15%WP,Bifenthrin 10%EC, Carbaryl 5%DP,10%DP, &85%WP,Chlorantraniliprole 18.5%SC, Chlorpyriphos 20%EC &50%EC,Cypermethrin 10%EC &25%EC,Deltamethrin 1.8%EC, 2.8%EC,11%EC & 25%tab, Diaflubenzuron 25%WP,Emamectin benzoate 5%SG,Ethion 50%EC,Fenpropathrin 10%EC &30%EC, Fenvalerate 20% EC,,0.4%DP&2%conc.,Fipronil 5%SC,Flubendiamide 39.35%SC,Fluvalinate 25%EC, Indoxacarb 14.5% SC, & 15.8%EC, Lambdacyhalothrin 4.9%CS & 5% EC, Lufenuron 5.4%EC,Methomyl 40%SP,Monocrotophos 36%SL,Novaluron 10%EC,NPV of H.a.0.43%AS,Permethrin 25%EC,Phenthoate 50%EC,Phosalone 35%EC, Profenofos 50%EC,Pyridalyl 10%EC,Quinalphos 20%AF,Spinosad 45%SC,Thiodicarb 75%WP, Triazophos 40%EC. Acephate 25%+Fenvalerate 3%EC, Acephate 50%+Imidacloprid 1.8%SP,Cypermethrin 3%+Quinalphos 20%EC,Chlorpyriphos 16%+Alphacypermethrin 1%EC, Deltamethrin1%+Triazophos 35%EC,Ethion 40%+Cypermethrin 5%EC, , Indoxacarb14.5%+Acetamiprid 7.7%SC,Profenophos 40%+Cypermethrin 4%EC The details are available on www.cibrc.nic.in-- Major uses of pesticides.
KRISHI VIGYAN KENDRAS UNDER NGOs 27th November, 2012
LSQ 916
Shri Kishanbhai Vestabhai Patel
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the criteria for entrusting the operation of Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) to Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) in the country;
(b) the number of KVKs sanctioned under the administrative control of NGOs in the country;
(c) the details of such KVKs out of them, that have been closed, State-wise;
(d) the manner in which the Government proposes to restart the closed KVKs in various parts of the country;
(e) the details of funds allocated to each of such NGOs for KVKs’ activities during each of the last three years; and
(f) the names of NGOs that have failed to submit their utilization certificate in time during the said period along with the action taken by the Government in this regard? ANSWER
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) The criteria adopted by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) for entrusting the operation of Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) to a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) include execution of an agreement; mortgaging of the proposed land owned by the NGO; execution of an indemnity bond and commitment of the NGO to run the KVK according to principles and guidelines of ICAR.
(b) The number of KVKs sanctioned to NGOs is 99.
(c) At present there is only one closed KVK namely the KVK in Vidisha district in Madhya Pradesh. The matter is sub judice.
(d) Once the pending court case is decided, procedure and criteria as indicated at answer to (a) above is to be adopted subject to agreeable to both party.
(e) The NGO-wise and year-wise details of funds provided for the KVK activities are given in Annexure-I.
(f) All the NGO KVKs have submitted the Utilization Certificates for funds released by ICAR during the said period.
Annexure-I [Part (e) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Q.No.916 for 27/11/2012] (Rs. In lakh)
Funds released during Name of the 2011- district in 2009-10 2010-11 Name of the NGO (Host organisation) 12 which KVK is
located
1 2 3 4 5 Ambala Society for Creation of Heaven on 69.85 92.36 76.07 Earth, R.K. Khanna Tennis Stadium, 2nd Floor, Room No.1&2 Africa Avenue, New Delhi-110029 Rewari Bhagwat Bhakti Ashram, Rampura, Rewari- 56.10 104.46 78.60 123401 Jamui Shram Bharati, Khadi Gram - 811313, Jamui 37.35 111.71 63.05 Kaimur Vanavasi Seva Kendra, Adhaura, Kaimur 43.50 108.62 71.05 (Bhabua), Pin – 821116
Madhubani S.K. Choudhary Educational Trust, 141, 39.00 90.03 52.55 Sukhdev Vihar, Mathura Road, New Delhi 110 025 Nawada Gram Nirman Mandal, Sarvodaya Ashram, 57.10 103.62 76.22 Sokhodeora, Nawada - 805116 Sitamarhi Samta Seva Kendra, Vill. & Post: Chainpura, 38.93 117.95 49.10 Dist. Sitamarhi, Bihar, Pin - 843301 Deoghar Presently Deputy Commissioner-Cum- 67.25 97.55 52.55 Chairman, KVK Deoghar, Sujani, Jharkhand - 814112 Godda Gramin vikas Trust, E-41, Seema Apartment, 60.70 104.68 62.05 Plot No. 7, Sector – II, Dwarka - 110075, New Delhi Gumla Bikash Bharati, Bishunpur, Gumla - 835331, 42.31 126.19 66.55 Jharkhand Hazaribag Holy Cross Institute, Near Kanari Hill, 50.20 120.33 69.55 Hazaribag – 825301 Ranchi Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, Swami 48.00 134.92 48.55 Vishuddhananda Road, P.O.Morabadi, Ranchi-834008 Purulia Kalyan, Vivekananda Nagar, Purulia – 723147 65.77 116.98 63.05 South 24 Ramkrishna Mission Ashram, P.O. Nimpith 55.20 166.98 68.05 Parganas Ashram, South 24 Parganas- 743338 West Seva Bharati ,III, BREF, BIOTECH, 55.40 130.52 52.55 Midnapore Kharagpur, West Midnapore– 721302 Bishnupur Utlou, Bishnupur, P.O. Namnol, Bishnupur, 51.05 206.59 117.10 Manipur Senapati FEEDS, Henbung,P.O. Kangpokpi, Senapati, 50.30 165.80 132.56 Manipur West Tripura Sri Ramakrishna Seva Kendra, 81, Bondel 46.60 133.19 85.10 Road, Kolkata Sultanpur Kamla Nehru Memorial Trust, PO. KNI, Lal Diggi Civil Lines 55.05 114.31 122.05 Gonda Deen Dayal Research Institute 7-E, Swamy Ramtirth Nagar,Near Rani Jhansi Road, New Delhi 51.55 114.97 80.00 Chitrakoot Deen Dayal Research Institute 7-E, Swamy Ramtirth Nagar,Near Rani Jhansi Road, New Delhi 63.50 125.25 74.60 Pratapgarh Raja Avdesh Singh Memorial Society, Ainthn (Kalaknkar), Pratapgarh 59.30 100.03 93.30 Unnao Kunwar Ram Bux Singh Edn. Society,C-11 A, 43.80 116.75 96.42 Vigyan puri, Mahanagar, Lucknow-226006 Ghazipur P.G. College, Gazipur-233 002 44.80 121.70 83.00 Sitapur-I Manav Vikas Evam Sewa Sansthan, 261, Hind Nagar Kanpur Road, Lucknow 44.30 100.96 78.00 Kaushambi Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar Welfare Society, 8 A/1 Elgin Road, Civil Lines, Allahabad- 211012. 44.55 87.14 86.00 Auriya Sarpanch Samaj, L-21, Mahabir Nagar, New Delhi-110018 82.30 99.65 86.25 Sitapur-II Ranvir Rananjay Degree College Assocation, Amethi, Sultanpur-227405 (UP) 0.00 0.00 68.00 Chittoor Rashtriya Seva Samiti, Seva Nilayam, Air 62.90 82.20 66.25 Bye-Pass Road, Annamalah Marg, Tirupati,
Chittoor -517501 Guntur Vinayashram Cherukupalli, Mandal, Guntur- 14.23 118.13 67.09 522 309 Karimnagar Gram Nava Nirmal Samiti, Jamaikunta, 60.00 126.67 70.50 Jayaprakashnagar, Hyderabad Kurnool Shri Hanumantharaya Educational & 56.75 132.89 91.00 Charitable Society, Pendekanti Public School, Kothapeta, Kurnool-518 286 Mahboobnagar Youth for Action, Plot No. 20-21 Banjara 22.01 70.42 54.60 Nagar, Trimulgherry, Secunderabad 500 015. Medak Deccan Development Society, 27.00 62.44 36.00 Flat No-101,Kishan Residency, H. No1-11-242/1 Street No-5 Begumpet Hyderabad-500016 Nalgonda Aurobindo Institute of Rural Development, 92.50 215.17 116.00 Gaddipalli, Nalgonda-508201 Vishakapatnam Bhagavatula Charitable Trust, 59.25 101.41 79.45 Haripuram, Rambilli Mandal Vishakhapatanam-531 061 Ahmednagar Pravara Instt. of Res. & Edn. In Natural & 79.56 135.75 102.50 Soc. Sci., Thesil, Rahata PO Babhaleshwar, Ahmednagar-413 737 Amaravati-D Sharam Sadhana Trust, 57 Congress Nagar, 79.90 118.74 128.00 Amravati (Durgapura)-447602 Amravati-G Sharam Safayalya Foundation , Chirantan 54.15 134.28 94.00 Madhuban Colony Camp, Amravati--444 602 Beed Deen Dayal Research Institute, 55.00 125.27 83.70 Rani Jhansi Marg, Jhandewalan Ext, New Delhi Buldhana Satpuda Edn. Society Jalgaon, Jamod, 39.70 110.27 78.50 Buldana-443402 Hingoli Saint Namdeo Sevabhavi Sanstha, Saraswati 45.67 113.19 69.50 Nagar, Akola Road, Hingoli-431701 Jalgaon Satpuda Vikas Mandal PO Pal, Raver, 41.70 97.74 87.00 Jalgaon-425508 Jalna Marathwada Shethi Sahayya Mandal, P.B.No. 40.80 97.69 70.05 45, Jalna-431203 Kolhapur D.Y.Patil Education Society, 26.90 83.58 63.00 PO. Talashande,Tal-Hathkangle Kolhapur Latur Manjara Charitable Trust, 87.50 137.22 127.20 Deshmukh Complex, Barshi Road, Latur-413 512 Nanded J.N. Instt. of Edn. Sci. & Tech. Research 24.75 54.79 47.00 Pokharni (phata) Purna Road,PO.Limbgaon Nanded-431 602 Nandurbar Dr. Hedgewar Seva Samiti, 38.94 115.03 128.00 Jayant Chowk, Via Dhule, Nandurbar-425412 Parbhani Jeevan Jyoti Charitable Trust 24.25 78.02 57.50 Bhagyalaxmi Nagar, Basmath Road, Parbhani-431 401 Pune Agril. Development Trust 65.90 108.00 79.00 Sharda Nagar, Baramati-413115, Pune Sangli Vasant Prakash Vikas Pratisthan, 30.30 79.93 68.00 SRISAI, Madhavanagar
Sangli-416 416 Satara Kalayani Gorakshan Trust, Shangrila Gardens, 30.25 73.64 68.00 B&C Wings, First Floor, Bund Garden Road, Pune-411 001 Sindhudurg Sindhudurg Zilla Krishi Pratishthan, PO- 38.35 95.46 79.15 Kirlos, Tal-Malvan, Sindhudurg-416 616 Solapur Shabari Krishi pratshtan 50.05 109.32 89.80 414,North Kasba,M.G.Road Solapur-413 001 Thane Gokhle Edn. Society,Vidyanagar 40.75 106.29 78.50 Nashik-422005 Washim SUVIDE Foundation, 45.65 107.46 80.00 Risod, Washim-444 506 Akola (N) Rural Development & Research Foundation, 0.00 35.20 120.00 Sisa (Udegaon); Tahsil & Dist. Akola, Maharashtra – 444001 Pune (N) College of Agriculture Business 0.00 26.86 136.50 Management, Narayangaon. Tal, Junnar Distt. Pune (MS) Ahmednagar Shri Marutrao Ghule Patil Shikshan 0.00 0.00 23.35 (N) Sanstha,Dnyaneshwarnagaer, Post – Bhenda Budruk, Taluk- Newasa, Distt. Ahmednagar Aurangabad(N) Mahatma Gandhi Mission, N-6 CIDCO, 0.00 0.00 47.65 Aurangabad – 431 003. Nanded (N) Sanskriti Samvardhan Mandal, 0.00 0.00 32.65 Shardanagar, Sagroli, Nanded-431 731 Nashik (N) Richfield Agri-e-Research & Development 0.00 0.00 38.95 Centre, B-27, M.I.D.C., Ambad, Nashik-422 010 Barmer Society of Upliftment Rural Education, 39.10 83.57 93.25 Barmer Udaipur Vidya Bhawan Society, Udaipur 63.10 150.09 86.50 Jaipur Pragati Trust, Jaipur 61.60 135.43 105.00 Hanumangarh Gramothan Vidyapith, Sangaria, 48.60 146.25 101.00 Hanumangarh Patan Saraswati Gram Vidyapith, Samoda, Patan 52.10 88.60 69.50 Kutch Rural Agricultural Research Development 45.60 120.71 84.50 Agency, Mundra, Kutch Vadodara Mangal Bharati, Bahadurpur,Vadodara - 56.09 81.28 62.75 391125 Bharuch Bhartiya Agro Industrial Foundation, 30.50 29.95 32.10 Vadodara. Mehsana Mehsana District Education Foundation, 49.60 110.91 70.50 Mehsana Junagadh Ambuja Cement Foundation, Kodinar, 58.07 130.19 73.00 Junagadh Bhavnagar Lokbharti Gram vidyapith, Sanosara, 19.25 74.02 141.20 Bhavnagar Burhanpur Lok Mata Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Social 75.35 112.21 112.81 National Mission, Mazid Complex, Shanwara, Burhanpur Indore Kasturba Gandhi National Memorial Trust, 50.25 104.27 74.68 Kasturbagram, Khandwa Road, Indore. Raisen Deendayal Krishi Vikas Avam Anusandhan 40.00 79.30 68.56 Samiti, F-102, HIG-34, Sahara Homes,
Shivaji Nagar, Bhopal Ratlam Shiksha Samiti Kalukheda, V&P – 47.85 83.66 78.26 Kalukheda, Teh. Jaora, Ratlam Satna Deendayal Research Institute, Rani Jhansi 44.25 88.48 65.30 Road, New Delhi Sehore Centre for Rural Development & 46.11 72.07 74.81 Environment, Arvind Vihar, Bhopal Vidisha Shri Malwa Mahila Vikas Samiti, 32, 0.00 0.00 0.00 Niyamatpura, Shajanabad, Bhopal Belgaum Belgaum Integrated Rural Development 53.00 130.28 88.00 Society (BIRDS), Naganur, Belgaum - 591 319 Belgaum - A Karnataka Lingayat Education Society 0.00 0.00 60.35 (K.L.E. Society), College Road, Belgaum - 590 001 Davangere Taralabalu Rural Development Foundation 48.70 142.53 85.00 (TRDF), Sirigere, Chitradurga - 577 541 Gadag Agricultural Science Foundation (ASF), 61.00 187.71 101.30 Hulkoti, Gadag - 582 205 Mysore JSS Mahavidyapeeth (JSS), Ramanjua Road, 47.00 122.81 82.25 Mysore - 570 004 Ariyalur Centre for Rural Education & Economic 83.10 166.39 71.50 Development (CREED), Patchaimalagam, 23, Aranganatha Nagar, Near Bus Stand, Chinna Market, Chidamabaram, Cuddalore - 600 801 Erode Mysore Resettlement & Development Agency 66.60 163.71 81.75 (MYRADA), No.2, Service Road, Domlur Layout, Bangalore - 560 071. Karur Saraswati Foundation for Rural Development 42.00 155.10 69.50 & Training, 12/5, Sandilya apartments, Jagadambai Colony, II Street Royapettah, Chennai - 600 014. Krishnagiri Tamil Nadu Board of Rural Development 40.00 112.55 185.75 (TNBRD), 24, II Floor, Cresent Park Street, Chennai - 600 017 Nilgiris The United Planters Association of Southern 45.00 59.60 71.25 India (UPASI), Glenview, Coonoor, Nilgiris - 643 101. Perambalur St. Johns Sangham Trust, Elambalur, 50.08 139.21 77.85 Perambalur - 621 212. Thanjavur Bhaktavasala Memorial Trust, TNHB Colony, 39.00 106.61 88.00 Koratur, Chennai - 600 080. Theni Centre for Development & Communication 55.75 103.60 58.25 Trust, West street, Kamatchipuram, Theni - 625 520. Tirunelveli Rathanvel Subramaniam Education Trust 50.00 91.20 49.25 (RVS), Karur Road, Dindigul - 624 004. Tiruvanamalai Tamil Nadu Board of Rural Development 51.72 115.91 93.70 (TNBRD), 24, II Floor, Cresent Park Street, Chennai - 600 017 Tuticorin Social Change & Development, Salai Street, 44.50 130.51 88.82 Vannarpettai, Tirunelveli – 3. Idukki Bapooji Sevak Samaj, Chakkupallom, Idukki 47.00 100.74 77.25 Pathanamthitta Christian Agency for Rural Development 54.05 131.30 101.34 (CARD), Tiruvalla, Pathanamthitta - 689 101
Trivandrum Mitraniketan, Vellanad, Trivandrum - 695 49.00 127.68 82.92 543.
CULTIVATION OF BT. COTTON 4th December, 2012
LSQ *153
Shri Ponnam Prabhakar Shri Rayapati Sambasiva Rao
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has recently conducted a study to assess the benefits of cultivation of Bt. Cotton over traditional cotton in the country;
(b) if so, the outcome thereof;
(c) the production and the area under cultivation of Bt. Cotton and traditional cotton in the cotton growing States/UTs during each of the last three years, State‐wise; and
(d) the road map of the Government for promotion of Bt. Cotton cultivation in the country?
THE MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (d): A Statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT IN RESPECT OF PARTS (a) to (d) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 153 TO BE ANSWERED ON 04/12/2012 REGARDING “CULTIVATION OF Bt. COTTON”
(a) & (b): Yes Madam. Recent studies conducted by Central Institute for Cotton Research (CICR), Nagpur of Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) revealed that Bt cotton effectively controlled bollworms, thus preventing cotton yield losses from an estimated damage of 30-60% each year in India prior to introduction of Bt cotton. The biggest gain was in the form of reduced insecticide usage from 46% of the total application in the country in 2001 to less than 26% after 2006 and 21% during the last two years. The intensity of bollworms reduced significantly on cotton and also on other host crops, thus eliminating the fear of impending bollworm infestations and subsequent stress of using insecticide cocktails. The quality of Indian cotton improved with international acceptance because of negligible boll damage and fibre damage after introduction of Bt cotton.
(c) The details are furnished in Annexure-I.
(d) Insect Resistance Management strategies are being advocated for sustaining the efficacy and benefits of Bt cotton for longest possible time. Besides, dissemination of integrated nutrient management techniques including secondary and micronutrients, water management strategies including drip irrigation system, optimization of crop geometry and plant population of Bt cotton hybrids, technological backstopping for Bt detection kits to maintain trait purity of Bt seeds are other important aspects that are given importance for sustaining Bt cotton technology.
Annexure I
[Part (c) of Lok Sabha Starred Q.No.153 for 04-12-2012]
Comparative statement of State-wise area under traditional cotton, Bt. cotton and total cotton.
(Area in Lakh hectares ; Production '000 bales of 170 Kgs. Each) State 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11
Area Area Total Total Area Area Total Total Area Area Total Total under under area Produc- under area Produc- under under area Production traditional Bt under tion traditional under tion traditional Bt under cotton cotton cotton cotton cotton cotton cotton cotton
Andhra 2.56 11.43 13.99 3569 0.37 14.3 14.67 3227 0.78 17.06 17.94 5300 Pradesh
Gujarat 14.64 8.9 23.54 7013.8 6.38 18.25 24.64 7985.3 7.39 18.94 26.33 10500
Karnataka 1.84 2.25 4.09 866 1.95 2.62 4.57 868.2 1.75 370 5.45 1250
Madhya 1.45 4.8 6.25 856.1 0.18 5.93 6.11 855.3 1.05 5.45 6.5 2000 Pradesh
Maharashtra 2.66 28.8 31.46 4752 3.45 31.5 34.95 5859.3 3.56 35.76 39.32 8800
Tamil Nadu 0.4 0.75 1.15 187.7 0.26 0.78 1.04 225 0.72 0.5 1.22 500
Punjab 0.5 4.77 5.27 2285 0.36 4.74 5.11 2006 0.7 4.6 5.3 2100
Haryana 0.77 3.78 4.55 1858 0.32 4.75 5.07 1926 0.22 4.7 4.92 1750
Rajasthan 182 1.21 3.03 725.7 1.78 2.65 4.44 903.1 0.7 2.65 3.35 900
Orissa 0.57 - 0.57 146.6 0.54 - 0.54 147.2 0.74 - 0.74 250
West 0.03 - O.03 6 0.04 - 0.01 3.3 - - - - Bengal
Others 0.15 - 0.15 10.3 0.17 - 0.16 15.1 0.45 - 0.45 75
Total 27.39 66.69 94.08 22276.2 15.8 85.52 101.32 24021.8 18.06 93.36 111.42 33425
BAN ON COW SLAUGHTER 4th December, 2012
LSQ 1656
Shri Virender Kashyap Shri Anurag Singh Thakur Shri Sudarshan Bhagat
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has imposed complete ban on cow slaughter in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof, State‐wise;
(c) the number of cases registered under the Prevention of Cruelty to Cow Progeny Act during the last three years, State‐wise; and
(d) the action taken by the Government thereon?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES(DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) & (b): As per Article 246(3) of the Constitution, the preservation of cattle is a matter on which State legislature has exclusive powers to legislate.
The list of States/Union Territories having legislation on banning or restricting slaughter of cow and its progeny is annexed at Annexure-I. The States/Union territories which do not have such law for banning cow slaughter are annexed as Annexure-II.
(c) & (d): There is no act by the name of `Prevention of Cruelty to Cow Progeny Act` implemented either by this Department or by Ministry of Environment & Forest.
Annexure-I The States/Union Territories have legislation on banning or restricting slaughter of animals and their progeny are as follows: S. No. Name of the States & UTs
1 Andhra Pradesh
2 Assam
3 Bihar
4 Goa.
5 Gujarat
6 Haryana
7 Himachal Pradesh
8 Jammu & Kashmir
9 Karnataka
10 Madhya Pradesh
11 Maharashtra
12 Orissa
13 Punjab
14 Rajasthan
15 Sikkim
16 Tamil Nadu
17 Tripura
18 Uttar Pradesh
19 West Bengal
20 Manipur
21 National Capital Territory of Delhi
22 Uttrakhand
23 Jharkhand
24 Chhattisgarh
1 Andaman and Nicobar Island
2 Chandigarh
3 Dadra and Nagar Haveli
4 Daman - Diu
5 Puducherry
Annexure-ll The following States/Union Territories have no legislation on banning or restricting slaughter of animals and their progeny:
Name of the States & UTs: 1 Arunachal Pradesh
2 Kerala
3 Meghalaya
4 Mizoram
5 Nagaland
1 Lakshadweep
BIO-FARMING 4th December, 2012
LSQ 1683
Dr. Bhola Singh Shri Kirti (Jha) Azad Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the area under cultivation of foodgrains and vegetables in the country as on date, State‐wise;
(b) the percentage of land brought under the organic/bio‐farming during the same period, State‐wise;
(c) whether the Union Government has recently received several proposals from the various State Governments including Madhya Pradesh for encouraging organic/ bio‐farming in the country;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the response of the Union Government thereon?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a): The area under cultivation of foodgrains and vegetables in the country are 72085.60 thousand hectares and 8813.33 thousand hectare. State-wise area is at Annexure-I.
(b): Total 0.76% land of 141 million hectare of cultivable land has been brought under organic farming. State-wise area under organic certification including wild harvest during 2011-12 is at Annexure-II.
(c) & (d): Under National Horticulture Mission (NHM) the progress under organic farming under several States including Madhya Pradesh is at Annexure- III.
(e): Government is already supporting financial assistance under National Horticulture Mission (NHM) for setting up of vermi- compost units @ 50% of the cost subject to a maximum of Rs. 30,000/- per beneficiary and funds are also provided @ 50% of the cost subject to maximum of Rs. 10,000/- per hectare for a maximum area of 4 hectare per beneficiary for adoption of organic farming. Similar norms of assistance are applicable for assistance given under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana(RKVY).
Annexure-I of unstarred question no. 1683 dated 04.12.2012
Statement indicating State-wise Area under cultivation of Foodgrains and Vegetables in the country during 2011-12 (‘000 Hectares) States Area under Area under Vegetable Cultivation Foodgrains 4thAdvance Estimates (Kharif only) Andhra Pradesh 4333.00 698.32 Andoman & Nicobar 0.00 6.31 Arunchal Pradesh 0.00 6.34 Assam 1822.00 266.00 Bihar 3584.70 852.80 Chhattisgarh 4133.50 354.26 D & N Haveli 0.00 1.10 Delhi 0.00 27.88 Goa 0.00 6.50 Gujarat 2706.00 517.63 Haryana 1981.00 356.77 Himachal Pradesh 400.60 85.68 Jammu & Kashmir 631.50 64.02 Jharkhand 2240.50 238.55 Karnataka 4847.00 479.63
Kerala 163.10 149.05 Lakshadweep 0.00 0.40 Madhya Pradesh 4534.80 360.58 Maharashtra 6161.00 546.00 Manipur 0.00 20.85 Meghalaya 0.00 39.46 Mizoram 0.00 37.42 Nagaland 0.00 33.04 Odisha 4404.00 690.06 Puducherry 0.00 1.12 Punjab 2959.50 178.24 Rajasthan 9712.90 147.01 Sikkim 0.00 25.03 Tamilnadu 2516.80 170.54 Tripura 0.00 34.20 Uttar Pradesh 8787.00 1008.46 Uttarakhand 530.00 85.91 West Bengal 4304.90 1324.19 Others 1331.80 0.00 All India 72085.6 8813.33 Source: Directorate of Economics & Statistics and National Horticulture Mission.
Annexure-II
State-wise area in Ha under Organic Certification (including Wild Harvest) during 2011-12
Name of States Organic Area (in Ha) Andhra Pradesh 47456.77 Arunachal Pradesh 520.43 Assam 2260.84 Bihar 1446.97 Chhattisgarh 301435.49 Delhi 1.50 Goa 153684.58 Gujarat 52690.66 Haryana 24792.26 Himachal Pradesh 933798.22 Jammu & Kashmir 26934.26 Jharkhand 29794.42 Karnataka 119754.32 Kerala 15790.49 Lakshadweep 891.93 Madhya Pradesh 440095.27 Maharashtra 248564.62 Manipur 1296.91 Meghalaya 1344.77 Mizoram 7023.97 Nagaland 9057.30 Odisha 43868.18 Punjab 7862.14 Rajasthan 228425.58 Sikkim 25716.55 Tamilnadu 38637.82 Tripura 4.05
Uttar Pradesh 2641165.31 Uttarakhand 125011.09 West Bengal 19095.55 Total 5548422.25 Ha Source: Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)
Annexure-III Progress under Organic Farming component in National Horticulture Mission from 2005-06 to 2011-12
State Adoption of Organic Vermi Compost Unit Certification (Ha) Farming (Ha) (No.) Andhra Pradesh 9815.00 12640.00 1601.00 Bihar 1245.24 13053.00 1000.00 Chhattisgarh 8809.20 73360.00 105.00 Delhi 3.00 112.00 0.00 Goa 1424.60 44.00 7.00 Gujarat 9497.16 1080.00 6000.00 Haryana 11540.00 3957.00 10181.00 Jharkhand 4672.00 4642 42.00 Karnataka 18669.20 16228 7483.00 Kerala 15950.22 6126 520.00 Laksha Dweep 0.00 0 0.00 Madhya Pradesh 10406.75 2680 3050.00 Maharashtra 5827.19 8847 255.00 Odisha 5000.00 3712 2502.00 Puducherry 0.00 0 0.00 Punjab 6300.00 1255 3192.00 Rajasthan 4227.25 2681 1000.00 Tamilnadu 12482.96 1217 0.00 Uttar Prades 30240.20 4520 0.00 West Bengal 6332.00 100166 1.00 Adnaman & Nicobar 190.00 0 0.00 Total 162631.97 256320.00 36939.00 Source: National Horticulture Mission (NHM), DAC.
NORMS FOR DROUGHT RELIEF 4th December, 2012
LSQ 1698
Shri Dushyant Singh
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has fixed any norms or the time limit of drought like conditions for declaring a State drought hit to suffice the requirements of the affected people of such drought hit States;
(b) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor;
(c) the manner in which the expenditure on items mentioned in the revised norms of assistance under the National Disaster Relief Fund (NDRF) and State Disaster Relief Fund (SDRF) is met in view of persistent and regular drought conditions in a State like Rajasthan; and
(d) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) & (b): Rainfall deficiency, the extent of area sown, normalized difference vegetation index and moisture adequacy index are recommended as the four standard monitoring tools which could be applied in combination for drought declaration. Since the information on these indicators and indices are available at the level of Taluk/Tehsil/Block, drought may be declared by the State Government at the level of these administrative units on the basis of observed deficiencies. At least, three indicators or index values could be considered for drought declaration.
(c) & (d): There is ready availability of fund under State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) for taking immediate relief measures in the wake of natural calamities including drought with State Government. Additional assistance, over and above SDRF, is provided from National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF) for natural calamities of severe nature in accordance with the established procedure and extant norms.
HORTICULTURE SCHEMES 4th December, 2012
LSQ 1717
Shri Surendra Singh Nagar
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the names of the schemes relating to horticulture, fruits, plantation, pisciculture etc. implemented especially in the backward regions of the country during the last three years and the current year; location‐wise;
(b) the amount of funds provided by the Government for this purpose during the said period, State‐wise and scheme‐wise;
(c) whether any new technology has been developed by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research or such other research institutes for this sectors;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the steps taken by the Government to provide this information and incentive to the farmers?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) to (e): Department of Agriculture & Cooperation, Ministry of Agriculture is implementing schemes namely Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH), National Horticulture Mission (NHM) for development of horticulture which cover fruits, plantation crops, etc., in the country including backward regions.
Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries is implementing schemes namely Development of Inland Fisheries & Aquaculture and National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB) for development of pisciculture in the country including backward regions.
In addition, under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) funds are provided for these activities on the basis of projects approved by state level steering committee.
Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has accorded top priority for developing new technologies and improved production system. Under the above schemes assistance is provided for dissemination of information to the farmers through human resource development programmes.
The statements showing funds provided during the last three years and the current year, State-wise under the above schemes are given at Annexure I to IV.
Annexure of unstarred question no. 1717 dated 04.12.2012
Annexure I
Annexure I in reply to Lok Sabha Unstarred Q. No. 1717 for 04.12.2012 Funds released under National Horticulture Mission (Rs. In crore) Sl. No. State 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
1 Andhra Pradesh 95.67 105.18 92.94
2 Bihar 24.35 0.00 20.17
3 Chattisgarh 60.00 96.57 85.23
4 Goa 1.50 2.12 2.00
5 Gujarat 25.21 54.97 92.98
6 Haryana 56.00 51.50 76.39
7 Jharkhand 30.84 16.00 42.37
8 Karnataka 80.02 93.25 99.96
9 Kerala 0.00 44.00 53.63
10 Madhya Pradesh 35.45 51.00 55.34
11 Maharashtra 91.73 126.14 93.99
12 Odisha 35.00 32.59 46.94
13 Punjab 25.78 35.00 47.02
14 Rajasthan 25.00 40.00 40.22
15 Tamil Nadu 61.80 77.50 62.23
16 Uttar Pradesh 91.43 54.00 51.37
17 West Bengal 0.00 28.80 25.84
18 Andaman & Nicobar 2.00 1.52 3.00
19 Puducherry 0.33 0.56 0.64
Total 742.12 910.70 992.27
Annexure II
Annexure II in reply to Lok Sabha Unstarred Q. No. 1717 for 04.12.2012 Funds released under Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (HMNEH) (Rs. in lakh) States 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13*
1. Arunachal Pradesh 1492.00 2684.60 4363.65 3700.00
2. Assam 3743.00 2995.02 2500.00 1500.00
3. Manipur 3029.00 3951.00 4650.00 4400.00
4. Meghalaya 1932.00 2675.00 3444.50 2400.00
5. Mizoram 3500.00 3890.00 3835.15 3300.00
6. Nagaland 3950.00 4400.00 4555.00 3450.00
7. Sikkim 3428.20 2455.00 4250.66 3524.40
8. Tripura 3000.00 2620.00 3950.00 3300.00
9. Jammu & Kashmir 1700.00 3000.00 3357.50 950.00
10. Himachal Pradesh 1589.00 1500.00 3531.21 1085.41
11. Uttarakhand 1700.00 2900.00 3000.00 0
Total 29063.20 33070.62 41437.67 27609.81
*as on 30.11.12
Annexure III
Annexure III in reply to Lok Sabha Unstarred Q. No. 1717 for 4.11.12
A. Funds released under CSS -Development of Inland Fisheries and Aquaculture
( Rs. in lakh ) S. No. State 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
1 Arunachal Pradesh 24.00 93.00 100.00
2 Assam 75.00 0.00 75.00
3 Bihar 0.00 20.00 101.40
4 Chhattisgarh 77.50 131.25 81.00
5 Haryana 75.00 66.50 60.00
6 Jammu & Kashmir 112.50 112.50 153.00
7 Jharkhand 50.00 0.00 0.00
8 Karnataka 33.00 0.00 0.00
9 Kerala 100.00 150.00 145.87
10 Madhya Pradesh 250.00 210.00 139.00
11 Maharashtra 39.35 0.00 0.00
12 Manipur 75.00 75.00 106.00
13 Mizoram 100.00 342.00 250.00
14 Nagaland 200.00 195.50 355.00
15 Odisha 236.25 130.00 336.73
16 Puduchhery 6.95 0.00 0.00
17 Rajasthan 0.00 8.60 8.60
18 Sikkim 0.00 0.00 10.00
19 Tamil Nadu 178.75 225.00 350.00
20 Tripura 24.00 37.81 100.00
21 Uttar Pradesh 150.00 273.15 400.00
22 Uttrakhand 67.65 24.00 33.80
23 West Bengal 200.00 200.00 180.00
Total 2074.95 2294.31 2985.40
B. Funds released under National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB).
Year Rs. in lakh 2009-10 4658 2010-11 4687 2011-12 3312
Annexure IV in reply to Lok Sabha Unstarred Q. No. 1717 for 4.11.12
Rasthriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) Sector wise Approved Project Cost 2009-13
No State Name 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13
HORT FISH HORT FISH HORT FISH HORT FISH
1 Andhra Pradesh 49.01 7 73.41 15.35 221.59 14.33 207.01 14.85
2 Arunachal Pradesh 0.91 2.36 7.25 3.48 4.75 1.19 17.87 3.13
3 Assam 3 9.46 13.04 13.87 24.05 11.88 27.8 20.5
4 Bihar 10.25 8.59 6.22 9.97 34.45 21.81 213.12 24.92
5 Chattishgarh 21.31 8.08 101.85 24.76 39.97 16.69 92.1 28.51
6 Goa 0 0 0 0.03 3.91 0.1 0 0
7 Gujarat 7.71 4.1 33.83 8.6 69.34 1.63 137.04 1.04
8 Haryana 1 1.25 10.38 1 13.13 1.5 0 0
9 Himachal Pradesh 9.44 0.5 18.41 0.45 3.34 8.28 0 0
10 Jammu And 13 0.42 30.52 5.6 20.72 1.94 0 0 Kashmir
11 Jharkhand 5.84 3.04 16.32 1.8 28.45 20.37 0 0
12 Karnataka 38.13 18.69 13.7 11 75 14.12 0 0
13 Kerala 1.66 24.46 21.11 33.31 42.6 50.02 19.43 7.95
14 Madhya Pradesh 12.83 6.06 15.82 27.41 16.93 28.78 0 0
15 Maharashtra 0 0 200 81.59 21.96 9.04 157.67 0
16 Manipur 1 1 4 4 10.48 3.7 0 0
17 Meghalaya 2.5 0 10 8 115.54 59.11 0 0
18 Mizoram 0 0 1.07 0.4 3.5 0.4 0 0
19 Nagaland 0.8 0.68 0.48 1.59 8.48 2.9 9.5 12.84
20 Orissa 0 0 10.64 0 20.66 60.66 31.65 0
21 Punjab 5.88 0.4 21.05 3.62 38.01 1.13 0 0
22 Rajasthan 20.91 0 104.34 2.61 27.64 0 1.18 16.95
23 Sikkim 1.64 0 0 0.77 4.5 0 0 0
24 Tamilnadu 10 1.17 1.5 1.89 89.77 20.29 87.1 0
25 Tripura 4.92 0 8.83 1.72 5.34 1.35 2.65 2.87
26 Uttar Pradesh 53.56 4.22 0.06 6.84 72.71 15.16 34.99 3.01
27 Uttarakhand 15.91 0 0 0 41.01 0.86 0 0
28 West Bengal 9.25 7.64 9.11 9.3 29.51 24.99 0 0
Total 300.46 109.12 732.94 278.96 1087.3 392.23 1039.1 136.57
NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL INSURANCE SCHEME 4th December, 2012
LSQ 1726
Shri Hemanand Biswal
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has implemented a Modified National Agricultural Insurance Scheme in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof along with the salient features of the scheme;
(c) whether the Government has constituted any Joint Group to review and bring improvements in the existing crop insurance scheme;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the time by which the modified scheme is likely to be implemented?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) to (e): Based on the recommendations of the Joint Group constituted by Government of India (GOI) to review and bring improvements in the existing crop insurance schemes, the Modified National Agricultural Insurance Scheme (MNAIS) has been approved by GOI for implementation on pilot basis in 50 districts from Rabi 2010-11. Salient features of the scheme are as under :- (a) Unit area of insurance for major crops reduced to village/ village panchyat level, (b) Acturial premiums with Government subsidy upto 75%, claims liability is on insurer, (c) more proficient basis for calculation of threshold yield, (d) Minimum indemnity level increased to 70% from 60%, (e) Coverage of prevented sowing/ planting risks, (f) Coverage of post harvested losses due to cyclone in coastal areas, (g) Coverage of localized losses due to hailstorm & land slides, (h) On account payment upto 25% of likely claims as advance for immediate relief,
(i) Implementation through both the Agriculture Insurance Company and private insurance companies to facilitate better coverage and improved service.
ADVERSE IMPACT OF PESTICIDES 4th December, 2012
LSQ 1730
Shri Sanjay Nirupam
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether there are reports of adverse impact of pesticides on farmers` health in various parts of the country including Maharashtra;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the reaction of the Government thereto;
(c) whether several cases of farmers` death have also been reported due to harmful impact of pesticides in the country during the last three years and the current year;
(d) if so, the details thereof, State‐wise; and
(e) the measures taken/being taken by the Government to check the harmful impact of pesticides on farmers` health and to compensate victims` families?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) to (e): Under Section 5 of the Insecticides Act, 1968, the Registration Committee has been constituted which registers insecticides for import and manufacture in the country. It registers insecticides after scrutinizing formulae, verifying claim of efficacy and safety to human beings and animals, specifying the precautions against poisoning and any other functions. Wherever it is not satisfied about the safety and efficacy of the products, the registrations are refused for those insecticides. Pesticides are allowed to be used only as per the label/leaflet claims.
If pesticides are used as per label/leaflets claims, the adverse effect, if any, can be avoided. Directorate of Plant Protection Quarantine and Storage, Faridabad, an attached office of the Ministry of Agriculture undertakes awareness programmes through lecturers, trade fairs, posters, pamphlets, booklets and conducts training for safe and judicious use of pesticides as well as for diagnosis and management of pesticide poisoning for doctors.
The Government is popularizing the strategy of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) through a scheme “Strengthening and Modernization of Pest Management Approach in India” launched in 1991-92. IPM approach includes cultural, mechanical, biological and other methods of pest control and only safe and judicious use of pesticides. IPM programme under the scheme is implemented through 31 Central IPM Centres located in 28 States and one Union Territory mainly by organizing Farmers’ Field Schools (FFSs).
CROP BIOTECHNOLOGY 4th December, 2012
LSQ 1748
Shri P. Karunakaran
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government is aware that the younger generation prefers genetic engineering as compared to agricultural biotechnology as a career; and
(b) the steps taken/being taken by the Government to encourage crop biotechnology education among the students?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) There is no specific study available to indicate that Genetic Engineering is preferred by younger generation as compared to agricultural biotechnology.
(b) Government has been encouraging the discipline of crop biotechnology through various ways including funding support under development grant, providing scholarship to under graduate students and fellowships to post graduate and Ph.D. scholars by the ICAR.
NATIONAL DAIRY PLAN 4th December, 2012
LSQ 1750
Shri Chandrakant Bhaurao Khaire Shri Sambandam Keerapalayam Alagiri Shri Yashbant Narayan Singh Laguri
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has recently/reviewed the implementation of the National Dairy Plan, Phase‐I in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof including the deficiencies identified during the review;
(c) the remedial measures taken by the Government to address these deficiencies; and
(d) the steps taken/proposed to be taken by the Government to increase the production of milk under the National Dairy Plan?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE & FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR.CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a)&(b) The implementation of National Dairy Plan-I (NDP-I) was reviewed on 27.06.2012 by National Steering Committee set up in this Department. The Scheme has been launched recently during March, 2012 and initiatives taken for implementation of scheme are as per schedule.
(c) Does not arise in view of reply at (b).
(d) NDP-I envisages to increase milk production by increasing productivity of milch animals.
FUNCTIONING OF RESEARCH INSTITUTES 4th December 2012
LSQ 1764
Shri Harish Choudhary Shri Harischandra Deoram Chavan Shri Hamdullah Sayeed Shri Prataprao Ganpatrao Jadhav
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether research work in the agriculture sector in the country is very less in comparison to other countries;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) the major research and development works undertaken by various research institutes/organisations in the country;
(d) whether functioning of these research institutes has been reviewed periodically during the last three years and the current year;
(e) if so, the outcome thereof;
(f) the deficiencies identified in the functioning of these institutes; and 16901690(g) the remedial steps taken/proposed to be taken by the Government for the effective functioning of these institutes?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) India has a very strong and large base in agricultural research which is at par with international standards. With the integration of agricultural research, education and extension, India, not only could bring about Green Revolution in sixties and seventies but also achieved a record production of food grains over 257 mmt in recent years. The contribution of Indian science in agricultural biotechnology, crop and horticultural sciences, in natural resource management and in fisheries and animal production system are well recognized all over the world.
(b) Not applicable.
(c) The Research Institutes of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) undertake research work pertaining to natural resource management, field and horticultural crops, animal husbandry and fisheries, agricultural engineering. ICAR coordinates the higher agricultural education and frontline extension. The ICAR also operates the All India Coordinated Research Projects and Network Projects, located in both the Institutes and Universities. Some of the major projects undertaken during the recent years are the National Agricultural Innovation Project (NAIP) and National Initiative on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA). Also a company, AgrInnovateIndia, for the commercialization of technologies and providing consultancy services has been formed.
Some of the major research accomplishments in the recent years have been decoding of rice and pigeon pea genome; buffalo cloning; diagnostics and vaccines for a number of plant and animal diseases; breeding of marine fish species such as cobia and silver pompano and sea cage farming of seabass; GIS based soil fertility mapping for macro, secondary and micronutrients at district level; liquid biofertilizer formulations; resource conservation technologies of zero- tillage, raised bed planting and laser land
leveling; formulation of protocols for nutrient based subsidy; farming systems modules for small farmers in drylands and intercropping models; resilient varieties of rice, wheat, maize, pulses, oilseeds, sugarcane, jute, fruits and vegetables for abiotic stresses such as temperature, salinity, drought and submergence and pests and diseases; integrated nutrient management, farming and the pest management strategies; design and fabrication of farm implements such as laser land leveler, self-propelled sprayers, precision seeders and planters, transplanters for rice and vegetable seedlings, multi-crop threshers, harvesters for cereals and sugarcane, bullock drawn manure spreader to uniformly spread manure in fields, pedal-operated sugarcane bud chipping equipment, groundnut-cum-castor decorticators, maize sheller and related equipment.
(d) to (f): Yes, the functioning of the Research Institutes of the ICAR is reviewed at regular intervals. The programmes of the Institutes are subject to Quinquennial Review through eminent experts in respective fields of science. Governing Body (GB) of ICAR has discussed in depth the QRT recommendations of 60 institutes since 2009 and the recommendations of both the QRT and GB have been acted upon. Each Research Institute also has a Research Advisory Committee (RAC) that reviews progress of research and advises on the future line of research.
Apart from these, there are other performance monitoring mechanisms such as Results Framework Document (RFD) on quarterly basis, Half Yearly Progress Monitoring (HYPM) and Project Information Management System (PIMS), these provide inputs for continuous improvements. Some of the important observations made by these reviews include: Strengthening multidisciplinary research work for focused work on emerging issues such as climate change, diseases, post-harvest losses in a problem-resolving mode; Technologies for enhanced Input Use Efficiencies across commodities; Insulating farm production against pests and diseases; Research programmes to address issues of profitability by promoting secondary agriculture; Human resource development in new areas such as Nanotechnology, Conservation agriculture and Farming systems; Policy oriented research, Intellectual Property Management and Entrepreneurial skill development; Strengthening infrastructure facilities; and Meeting knowledge needs of the farmers.
(g) The suggested improvements are taken up by the ICAR institutes under the guidance of the Subject Matter Divisions of the ICAR headquarters. Besides, mid-course corrections are also taken up for ensuring effective functioning of the research institutes to overcome deficiencies. In order to further improve the system’s efficiency, institution-specific performance indicators, revised research proformae, research consortia platforms, inter-departmental research collaboration, mission projects, extramural funding, programmes of Farmer FIRST and Student READY are being taken up in XII Plan.
NATIONAL HORTICULTURE MISSION 4th December, 2012
LSQ 1775
Shri Madhu Kora Dr. Mahendrasinh Pruthvisinh Chauhan Dr. Nilesh Narayan Rane
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government is implementing the National Horticulture Mission for holistic development of horticulture produce like vegetables and fruits in various States including Maharashtra, Jharkhand of the country;
(b) if so, the major activities undertaken under the scheme, State-wise;
(c) the details of areas in the country where vegetable and fruits farming is undertaken;
(d) the targets fixed and achieved under this mission during each of the last three years and the current year; and
(e) the funds allocated and released to various States under the mission during the said period, State-wise?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) & (b): Government is implementing a Centrally Sponsored Scheme on “National Horticulture Mission” (NHM) in the Country from 2005-06, for holistic development of horticulture crops. Eighteen States including Maharashtra and Jharkhand and three Union Territories are covered under the Mission. Horticulture crops such as fruits, spices, flowers, medicinal and aromatic plants, plantation crops of Cashew and Cocoa are included for area expansion, under NHM. Seed production, protected cultivation, Integrated Nutrient Management/ Integrated Pest Management (INM/IPM) and organic farming for vegetables are undertaken in the scheme.
Besides increasing area, supply of quality seeds and planting material, rejuvenation of senile orchards, creation of water resources, capacity building of farmers through training and demonstrations are some of the other productivity improvement programmes under NHM. The activities being promoted for reducing post harvest losses of horticulture produce include setting up of pack houses/on farm collection / Storage unit, Static/ mobile pre-cooling unit, cold storages, CA/ MA storages, refrigerated vans, primary/mobile processing units along with establishment of market infrastructure i.e. Terminal, Wholesale, Rural Markets/Apani Mandies/ Retail markets/outlets.
(c): State wise area under fruits and vegetables is placed at Annexure-I.
(d) Details of targets fixed and achievement made for the major activities under NHM during 2009-12 and targets for 2012-13 are given in the statement at Annexure-II.
(e): Statement indicating funds allocated and released to various States during 2009-13 is placed at Annexure- III.
Annexure-I Statement with reference to part (c) of Unstarred question No. 1775
Area under Fruits and Vegetables in the Country
(Area in 000'ha) State/UT'S Fruits Vegetables
Andaman & Nicobar 3.24 6.31
Andhra Pradesh 671.58 698.32
Arunachal Pradesh 85.11 6.34
Assam 142.76 266
Bihar 303.1 852.8
Chhattisgarh 182.45 354.26
D & N Haveli 0 1.1
Daman & Diu 0 0
Delhi 0.06 27.88
Goa 11.13 6.5
Gujarat 353.73 517.63
Haryana 47.79 356.77
Himachal Pradesh 214.3 85.68
Jammu & Kashmir 423.82 64.02
Jharkhand 83.77 238.55
Karnataka 399.77 479.63
Kerala 296.14 149.05
Lakshadweep 0.35 0.4
Madhya Pradesh 154.9 360.58
Maharashtra 1560 546
Manipur 49.49 20.85
Meghalaya 32.31 39.46
Mizoram 43.68 37.42
Nagaland 33.7 33.04
Odisha 328.99 690.06
Puducherry 0.7 1.12
Punjab 73.79 178.24
Rajasthan 48.76 147.01
Sikkim 13.4 25.03
Tamilnadu 199.19 170.54
Tripura 54.5 34.2
Uttar Pradesh 347.81 1008.46
Uttarakhand 197.98 85.91
West Bengal 216.64 1324.19
TOTAL 6574.9 8813.33
Annexure-II Statement with reference to part (d) of Unstarred question no. 1775
Physical targets and achievements for major components (2009-13)
S. Component Unit 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 No. (as on October, 2013)
Target Achmt. Target Achmt. Target Achmt. Target Achmt.
1 Area Coverage Ha 336760 383612 203839 252891 221166 253341 110063 63017
2 Rejuvenation Ha 29436 75501 61943 49005 57245 66840 63434 13104
3 INM/IPM Ha 200594 203811 106952 116726 75262 86582 71802 31097
4 Nursery No. 450 328 202 183 5705 155 357 19
5 Water Resources No. 5093 4840 4625 3509 3427 3524 3916 830
6 IPM Infrastructure No. 71 67 55 39 46 31 58 3
7 PHM No. 2032 816 4896 2062 6661 5329 29588 1377
8 Market No. 138 104 498 8 222 7 664 2
Annexure-III
Statement with reference to part (d) of Unstarred question no. 1775
Statewise allocation and Releases (2009-13) (Rs. in Crore) 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 S. No. State Allocation Release Allocation Release Allocation Release Allocation Release
Andhra 1 Pradesh 134.06 95.67 105.19 105.18 105.40 92.94 116.45 87.34
2 Bihar 38.25 24.35 38.25 0.00 34.00 20.17 46.75 19.88
3 Chattisgarh 69.90 60.00 97.75 96.57 93.50 85.23 106.25 53.00
4 Goa 3.36 1.50 4.25 2.12 2.98 2.00 3.40 1.25
5 Gujarat 63.00 25.21 62.90 54.97 76.50 92.98 106.25 48.00
6 Haryana 85.48 56.00 68.85 51.50 80.75 76.39 90.95 90.62
7 Jharkhand 47.66 30.84 42.50 16.00 51.00 42.37 63.75 26.50
8 Karnataka 112.20 80.02 112.20 93.25 106.25 99.96 119.00 57.71
9 Kerala 47.41 0.00 71.30 44.00 65.45 53.63 72.25 35.00
Madhya 10 Pradesh 68.00 35.45 85.00 51.00 72.25 55.34 55.25 22.25
11 Maharashtra 163.48 91.73 127.50 126.14 127.50 93.99 136.00 65.43
12 Odisha 65.20 35.00 55.25 32.59 53.55 46.94 68.00 31.80
13 Punjab 38.54 25.78 42.50 35.00 46.75 47.02 62.90 26.00
14 Rajasthan 59.79 25.00 59.50 40.00 59.50 40.22 80.75 31.20
15 Tamil Nadu 102.00 61.80 110.50 77.50 123.25 62.23 68.00 34.00
Uttar 16 Pradesh 114.77 91.43 106.25 54.00 102.00 51.37 110.15 10.00
West 17 Bengal 36.27 0.00 44.10 28.80 42.50 25.84 38.25 19.00
18 Delhi 2.87 0.00 0.00* 0.00 0.00* 0.00 2.57 0.00
19 Lakshdweep 2.64 0.00 1.36 0.00 0.00* 0.00 0.97 0.00
Andaman & 20 Nicobar 4.35 2.00 3.40 1.52 4.00 3.00 6.97 2.65
21 Puducherry 1.13 0.33 0.84 0.56 1.28 0.64 0.91 0.00
*Annual Action Plan not received
DECLINE IN AGRICULTURAL LAND 4th December, 2012
LSQ 1779
Shri Raghavendra Yeddyurappa Shri Jai Prakash Agarwal Shri Devji Mansingram Patel Shri Rangaswamy Dhruvanarayana Shri Hamdullah Sayeed
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the details of agricultural/cultivable land available in the country including backward areas, State‐wise;
(b) whether agricultural land has declined over the years due to acquisition of land for industrialisation and other development purposes in the country;
(c) if so, the extent of decline in areas of such land reported during the last three years and the current year, State‐ wise;
(d) the details of unused and barren land available in the country, State‐wise; and
(e) the measures taken/plan chalked out in co‐ordination with the State Governments to expand agricultural land and to utilise unused and barren land for agricultural purposes in the country?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) to (d): As per the latest Land Use Statistics data (2009-10) compiled by Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Ministry of Agriculture, the agricultural/cultivable land available in the country including backward areas has marginally declined to 182.47 million hectares during 2009-10 as compared to 182.51 million hectares during 2006- 07 on account of shift in area for non-agricultural purposes. The State-wise details of the agricultural/ cultivable land, unused (current fallow & fallow lands other than current fallows) and barren & unculturalble land in the country for the years 2006-07,2007-08,2008-09 and 2009-10 are at annexure.
(e) As per the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution of India, Land falls under the purview of State Governments and therefore, it is for the State Governments to bring in suitable Policy/Act/Legislation to check the diversion of agricultural land for non- agricultural purposes. With a view to prevent conversion of agricultural land for non agricultural purposes, Government of India has also taken several steps, viz.
National Policy for Farmers 2007 (NPF 2007): National Policy for Farmers, 2007 has recommended that “Prime farmland must be conserved for agriculture except under exceptional circumstances, provided that the agencies that are provided with agricultural land for non-agricultural projects should compensate for treatment and full development of equivalent degraded / wastelands elsewhere. For non-agricultural purposes, as far as possible, land with low biological potential for farming would be earmarked and allocated.” State Governments have been advised to earmark lands with low biological potential such as uncultivable land, land affected by salinity, acidity, etc., for non-agricultural development activities, including industrial and construction activities.
National Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy, 2007 (NRRP, 2007): National Rehabilitation and Resettlement Policy, 2007 formulated by Ministry of Rural Development, Department of Land Resources has recommended that as far as possible, projects may be set up on wastelands, degraded land or un-irrigated land. Acquisition of agricultural land for non agricultural use in project may be kept to the minimum; multi-cropped land may be avoided to the extent possible for such purposes, and acquisition of irrigated land, if unavoidable, may be kept to the minimum. These policies have been sent to the States/UTs for implementation.
Further, to increase the agricultural land area in the country and for maintaining balance in different types of land uses, the Government is implementing various Programmes/Schemes, such as, (i) National Watershed Development Project for Rainfed Areas (NWDPRA), (ii) Soil Conservation in the Catchments of River Valley Projects and Flood
Prone Rivers (RVP & FPR), (iii) Reclamation & Development of Alkali and Acid Soils (RADAS) and (iv) Watershed Development Project in Shifting Cultivation Areas (WDPSCA).
Annexure Annexure referred to in reply to Lok Sabha Unstarred Question no. 1779 due for answer on 4.12.2012
(area in thousand hectares )
State/UTs Unused land Barren Agricultural/ Cultivable Fallow lands Current &Unculturableland land other than fallows current fallows
ANDHRA PRADESH
2006-07 1583 3166 2098 15911
2007-08 1500 2719 2059 15939
2008-09 1488 2624 2056 15928
2009-10 1627 3361 2043 15921
ARUNACHAL PRADESH
2006-07 73 37 42 422
2007-08 69 41 39 423
2008-09 70 40 39 422
2009-10 70 40 38 424
ASSAM
2006-07 59 126 1447 3224
2007-08 59 126 1408 3211
2008-09 50 79 1408 3211
2009-10 50 79 1408 3211
BIHAR
2006-07 120 566 436 6638
2007-08 119 569 432 6637
2008-09 122 655 432 6620
2009-10 122 858 432 6601
CHHATTISGARH
2006-07 238 271 313 5581
2007-08 258 255 312 5585
2008-09 258 265 284 5581
2009-10 262 272 309 5570
GOA
2006-07 7 197
2007-08 10 197
2008-09 9 197
2009-10 12 197
GUJARAT
2006-07 19 623 2595 12422
2007-08 16 379 2519 12680
2008-09 16 379 2519 12680
2009-10 16 379 2519 12680
HARYANA
2006-07 8 141 103 3782
2007-08 8 104 103 3746
2008-09 5 105 103 3728
2009-10 5 133 104 3730
HIMACHAL PRADESH
2006-07 15 64 658 821
2007-08 18 60 656 824
2008-09 18 60 656 824
2009-10 18 60 656 824
JAMMU & KASHMIR
2006-07 16 74 289 1048
2007-08 26 67 289 1040
2008-09 23 65 288 1044
2009-10 26 84 274 1058
JHARKHAND
2006-07 966 1402 564 4299
2007-08 913 1428 564 4302
2008-09 962 1394 569 4289
2009-10 1045 1564 569 4288
KARNATAKA
2006-07 515 1565 788 12894
2007-08 505 1262 788 12891
2008-09 516 1500 788 12892
2009-10 484 1301 788 12891
KERALA
2006-07 47 82 26 2329
2007-08 45 83 26 2316
2008-09 46 68 25 2305
2009-10 45 77 22 2303
MADHYA PRADESH
2006-07 612 769 1406 17312
2007-08 643 790 1379 17310
2008-09 621 582 1351 17322
2009-10 608 547 1341 17298
MAHARASHTRA
2006-07 1199 1325 1719 21162
2007-08 1188 1327 1718 21151
2008-09 1188 1372 1718 21149
2009-10 1189 1373 1729 21130
MANIPUR
2006-07 0 0 1 232
2007-08 0 0 1 242
2008-09 0 0 1 243
2009-10 0 0 1 240
MEGHALAYA
2006-07 169 68 137 1057
2007-08 161 67 136 1056
2008-09 157 59 134 1053
2009-10 155 58 133 1052
MIZORAM
2006-07 166 41 9 373
2007-08 166 45 9 379
2008-09 171 60 9 348
2009-10 181 66 8 415
NAGALAND
2006-07 76 82 657
2007-08 87 100 4 677
2008-09 89 73 3 659
2009-10 101 59 2 671
ORISSA
2006-07 229 526 840 7126
2007-08 229 556 840 7126
2008-09 229 576 840 7126
2009-10 229 606 840 7126
PUNJAB
2006-07 1 35 27 4229
2007-08 1 41 24 4236
2008-09 0 37 24 4215
2009-10 4 37 25 4206
RAJASTHAN
2006-07 2265 1939 2427 25600
2007-08 2167 1724 2418 25576
2008-09 2108 1565 2295 25578
2009-10 2048 2055 2292 25569
SIKKIM
2006-07 4 5 98
2007-08 4 5 98
2008-09 4 5 98
2009-10 4 5 98
TAMIL NADU
2006-07 1493 907 502 8148
2007-08 1499 981 492 8149
2008-09 1498 1013 492 8146
2009-10 1542 1117 490 8131
TRIPURA
2006-07 1 1 3 310
2007-08 1 1 3 310
2008-09 1 1 3 310
2009-10 1 1 3 310
UTTARAKHAND
2006-07 64 44 312 1509
2007-08 72 36 224 1549
2008-09 71 35 224 1547
2009-10 80 34 225 1548
UTTAR PRADESH
2006-07 542 1285 507 19213
2007-08 540 1408 507 19179
2008-09 539 1263 499 19166
2009-10 537 1232 494 19148
WEST BENGAL
2006-07 22 341 21 5751
2007-08 20 311 22 5721
2008-09 22 287 21 5689
2009-10 20 323 22 5684
A&N ISLAND
2006-07 3 1 3 47
2007-08 3 2 2 26
2008-09 3 3 2 27
2009-10 3 3 2 28
CHANDIGARH
2006-07 0 0 2
2007-08 0 0 2
2008-09 0 0 2
2009-10 0 0 2
D & N HAVELI
2006-07 1 2 0 24
2007-08 2 2 0 24
2008-09 2 2 0 24
2009-10 2 2 0 24
DAMAN & DIU
2006-07 0 0 3
2007-08 0 0 3
2008-09 0 0 5
2009-10 0 0 4
DELHI
2006-07 8 12 16 54
2007-08 8 12 16 54
2008-09 8 12 16 54
2009-10 8 12 16 53
LAKSHADWEEP
2006-07 3
2007-08 3
2008-09 3
2009-10 3
PONDICHERRY
2006-07 3 2 0 31
2007-08 2 3 0 30
2008-09 2 3 0 30
2009-10 3 3 0 30
ALL INDIA
2006-07 10516 15509 17290 182508
2007-08 10329 14512 16990 182691
2008-09 10286 14191 16798 182514
2009-10 10484 15753 16783 182466
Source: LUS2009-10, DES, Ministry of Agriculture. Note: "0" means area is less than 500 hectares. Blank space denotes not available or no reporting of data from the States/UTs.
DROUGHT RELIEF 4th December, 2012
LSQ 1821
Shri Yashvir Singh Shri Gopinath Pandurang Munde Shri Magunta Sreenivasulu Reddy Shri Khagen Das Shri Rayapati Sambasiva Rao Shri Neeraj Shekhar Shri Suresh Kumar Shetkar Shri Lal Ji Tandon Shri Rajendra Agrawal Shri Shivkumar Chanabasappa Udasi Shri Raghavendra Yeddyurappa Shri Adagooru Huchegowda Vishwanath Smt. Shruti Choudhry
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the details of drought affected States/UTs in the country and the details of losses suffered by farmers as a result thereof;
(b) whether a Central team visited these States/UTs to assess the prevailing situation;
(c) the details of the report submitted by the Central team;
(d) the assistance sought by and provided to the States/UTs by the Government; and
(e) the details of any relief package announced by the Government for the farmers of these States/UTs so far?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) to (c): Governments of Karnataka (142 out of 176 talukas), Rajasthan (5 out of 33 districts), Gujarat (132 talukas in 17 out of 26 districts), Maharashtra (122 out of 355 talukas) and Kerala (4 out of 14 districts) have declared drought during kharif 2012. Inter-Ministerial Central Teams (IMCTs) have visited these states to assess the loss/damage to crops and recommend central assistance. IMCT for Karnataka has submitted its report.
(d): Governments of Karnataka, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Gujarat and Kerala have sought Central assistance of Rs. 7672.40 crore, Rs. 7424.13 crore, Rs.3011.61 crore, Rs. 6259.70 crore and Rs. 1468.63 crore respectively for drought relief.
(e): State Governments initiate necessary relief measures in wake of natural calamities including drought from State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) which is readily available with them. State-wise allocation of funds under SDRF for the year 2012-13 is annexed. In addition, Govt. of India has decided to introduce diesel subsidy scheme,
enhancement of seed subsidy, up-scaling the central sector scheme on feed & fodder, waiver of import duty on oil cakes, additional allocation under Accelerated Fodder Development Programme (AFDP), providing assistance for feed and fodder supplements under National Mission for Protein Supplements (NMPS), introducing drought impact mitigating interventions in perennial horticulture crops and reducing interest on rescheduled crop loans to mitigate the effects of drought. Besides, additional wage employment upto 50 days per household beyond 100 days under MGNREGS, interim assistance under calamity component of National Rural Drinking Water Programme (NRDWP) and fast tracking release of installments under NRDWP and Integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP) etc. were extended to drought affected areas.
ANNEXURE TO LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 1821STATE DISASTER RESPONSE FUND ALLOCATION FOR 2012-13
SI. No. State Amount (Rs. in crore)
1. Andhra Pradesh 560.99
2 Arunachal Pradesh 40.51
3 Assam 290.81
4 Bihar 368.77
5 Chhattisgarh 166.83
6 Goa 3.27
7 Gujarat 553.59
8 Haryana 212.68
9 Himachal Pradesh 144.17
10 Jammu & Kashmir 190.13
11 Jharkhand 286.04
12 Karnataka 177.46
13 Kerala 144.51
14 Madhya Pradesh 433.01
15 Maharashtra 488.06
16 Manipur 7.96
17 Meghalaya 16.15
18 Mizoram 9.43
19 Nagaland 5.48
20 Orissa 431.72
21 Punjab 245.77
22 Rajasthan 662.22
23 Sikkim 25.08
24 Tamil Nadu 323.61
25 Tripura 21.29
26 Uttar Pradesh 424.89
27 Uttarakhand 129.72
28 West Bengal 336.07
Total: 6700.22
PRODUCTION OF SPURIOUS PESTICIDES 4th December, 2012
LSQ 1829
Shri Kaushalendra Kumar Shri Baidyanath Prasad Mahto
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether some pesticides manufacturing factories are reportedly producing spurious pesticides;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the action taken by the Government against the guilty companies?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) & (b): Based on specific information, raids were conducted in 2011 by Central Insecticide Inspectors of Directorate of Plant Protection Quarantine and Storage in the premises of a few companies. Four samples of M/s. Crystal Phosphates Ltd. were found misbranded in terms of the provisions of the Insecticides Act, 1968. Samples of Carbofuran 3% CG, Carbendazim 12% + Mancozeb 63% WP and Tricontanol GR 0.05% of M/s. Crystal Phosphates Ltd. were found misbranded. Accordingly M/s. Crystal Phosphates Ltd. was directed to stop the sale of all the batches of misbranded pesticides.
(c): Consents for launching prosecution against M/s. Crystal Phosphates Ltd. have been received on 18.10.2012 and 29.10.2012 from State Governments of Haryana and Gujarat respectively. Directorate is in the process of filing complaint in the courts of Sonipat and Ahmedabad.
ADVERSE IMPACT OF CHEMICAL FERTILISERS 4th December, 2012
LSQ 1831
Shri Dhananjay Singh Shri Prem Das Rai Shri Uday Singh Shri R.K. Singh Patel Smt. Maneka Sanjay Gandhi
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has recently conducted a study to assess the adverse impact of chemical fertilisers on soil, water and other natural resources in the country;
(b) if so, the outcome thereof;
(c) the States/UTs where the adverse impact has reduced the agricultural production during each of the last three years; and
(d) the remedial steps taken/proposed to be taken by the Government in this regard and the success achieved so far?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) to (c): There is no scientific evidence of declining soil/crop productivity from judicious use of chemical fertilisers. However, indiscriminate and imbalanced use of fertilizers coupled with low addition of organic matter over years may result into multinutrient deficiencies and deterioration of soil health.
Indian Institute of Soil Science, Bhopal under AICRP on `Long-Term Fertilizer Experiments` is monitoring the soil fertility in different soil types (fixed locations) under dominant cropping systems. The investigation over the last few decades indicated that continuous use of nitrogenous fertilizer alone produced the highest decline in crop yields at almost all the centres and had deleterious effect on long term fertility and sustainability in particular, showing deficiencies of other major and micro nutrients. Even in NPK fertilized system, the deficiency of micro and .secondary nutrients has become yield limiting factors after a number of years and their application becomes necessary to sustain high yield potential. Only integrated use of optimal dose of NPK and organic manure maintained sound soil health and gave higher sustainable crop yields.
There is also possibility of nitrate contamination in ground water due to excessive use of nitrogenous fertilizers particularly in light textured soils that has consequence on human/animal health if used for drinking purpose. Recently, nitrate contamination in ground water in Punjab has been reported. However, as per information received from PAU Ludhiana, the N03-N in the underground water of the state of Punjab was generally less than the permissible limit.
(d): Government is advocating soil test based balanced use of fertilizers in conjunction with organic sources of plant nutrients like Farm Yard Manure (FYM), Compost, bio-fertilizers and green manuring.
National Project on Management of Soil Health & Fertility (NPMSH&F) /has been taken up from 2008-09 to promote soil test based balanced and judicious use of fertilizers through setting up/ strengthening of soil testing laboratory, trainings and demonstrations on balanced use of fertilizers.
In addition, split application and placement of fertilizers, use of slow releasing N-fertilizers and nitrification inhibitors, growing leguminous crops and use of Resource Conservation Technologies (RCTs) are advocated by
Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). The ICAR also imparts training, organizes frontline demonstrations to educate farmers on these aspects.
CONTRACT FARMING 4th December, 2012
LSQ 1839
Shri Narendra Singh Tomar Shri Gowdar Mallikarjunappa Siddeshwara
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether contract farming is in practice in each and every State/UT in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof, State‐wise;
(c) whether several foreign companies have entered into contract farming in the country;
(d) if so, the details thereof and the specific Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) guidelines issued in this regard along with the role of FDI in upgradation and development of storage, warehouses and other logistic in agricultural sector;
(e) whether the Government is planning any legislative measure to regulate the spread of contract farming in several States; and
(f) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) to (c): State-wise details of contract farming being practiced in the country are given in the Annexure.
(d): The Consolidated Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Policy, 2012 provides FDI in agriculture and animal husbandry, with certain conditions, in (a) floriculture, horticulture, apiculture and cultivation of vegetables and mushrooms under controlled conditions, (b) development and production of Seeds and planting material, (e) animal husbandry (including breeding of dogs), Pisciculture, Aquaculture, under controlled conditions, and (d) services related to agro and allied sectors. Besides these, FDI is not allowed in any other agricultural sector/activity.
(e) & (f): In order to regulate the working of contract farming, the Ministry of Agriculture has framed Model State Agricultural Produce Marketing (Development and Regulation) Act, 2003 and Model State Agricultural Produce Marketing (Development and Regulation) Rules, 2007 for adoption by States / Union Territories. The Model Act, inter-alia, provides provisions for the registration of contract farming sponsors, recoding of contract farming agreements with the Agricultural Produce Marketing Committee (APMC) or a prescribed authority under the Act and dispute settlement mechanism. It also provides for protection of title or rights of the farmers over the land under such contracts. These are intended to protect the interest of farmer. Since Agriculture Marketing is State subject, the State Governments are persuaded to adopt the provisions of Model Act in the interest of farmers.
Annexure of unstarred question o. 1839 dated 04.12.2012
STATEWISE DETAILS OF CONTRACT FARMING
S.No. Name of the Name of crops Area Covered Name of the Company No. of
State! UT in acres farmers
covered
1 Punjab Malting Barley 4784 M/s United Beverages Ltd., Bangalore 3750
(Market fee
is waived
off on
barley crop)
2 Haryana Barley, Basmati, 1. Haryana State Cooperative Supply 2700 10837 & Marketing Fed Ltd (HAFED) in Paddy cooperative sector.
Barley, Basmati 2. M/s SKOL Breweries Pvt Ltd, 2300 Gurgaon/ Bangalore. Paddy, Wheat
3. M/s United Breweries Pvt Ltd, Barley 10,000 Patiala.
4. M/s Techno Agri Sciences Ltd, New Potato - Delhi.
5. M/s. Malt Company Pvt. Ltd., Barley - Gurgaon
6.M/s Pepsico India Holding(P) Ltd. Potato - Punjab
3 Uttarakhand No Contract Farming Firms/Companies have come forward NIL
Permitted for fruits, vegetables, medicinal plants, aromatic plants, but no Contract Farming agreement has been 4 Rajasthan registered so far.
900 Desai Cold Storage 900
5 Gujarat Banana (estimated
proposed area)
600 McCain India Ltd, a foreign company 700 in collaboration with an Indian (estimated proposed company has applied to register their Potato agreement of contact farming with Area) State Marketing Board. State Govt. has given permission.
Madhya 3314 M/s Pratibha Sintex Ltd., Indore 2168 6 Cotton Pradesh
7 Odisha Cotton No sponsor has renewed contract farming.
Cotton 4829 Shri Ganpat 2065
29689 Shri Matoshri Cotton Pvt. Ltd, 13620 Cotton Malkaur
Cotton 6299 NCC Shree Cotton Pvt.Ltd, Hiverkhed 2352 8 Maharashtra Cotton 9020 M/s Arvind 4716
Cotton 5452 NCC Jaylaxmi Fibres Pvt. Ltd., Dhule 2488
Cotton 6050 NCC Narsinh Pvt. Ltd., Pathri 170
Banana 1822 M/s Pepsico India 1461
9 Karnataka No registration made with the APMCs in the State
NSL Cotton Corporation Ltd. and M/s Andhra 3.2lakhs NSL 10 Cotton 2.5 lakhs Pradesh Hectare Textiles Ltd, Guntur
11 Assam No company has come forward
Source: Information received from States/UTs (2012)
CULTIVATION OF HYBRID RICE 11th December, 2012
LSQ *244
Shri C. Sivasami
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has developed several varieties of hybrid rice suitable for cultivation in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof along with the productivity of such hybrids;
(c) whether the Government has formulated new schemes to intensify the cultivation of rice in the country;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the steps taken/being taken by the Government to promote rice cultivation in the country?
THE MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A Statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT IN RESPECT OF PARTS (a) to (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 244 TO BE ANSWERED ON 11/12/2012 REGARDING “CULTIVATION OF HYBRID RICE”
(a) Yes, Madam. Several varieties of hybrid rice have been developed in the country.
(b) Government of India has notified 59 hybrids, of which 31 have been developed by public institutions and 28 by private companies. The potential productivity of these hybrids goes up to 8 tonnes/ hectare (t/ha) with average productivity of 6-7 tonnes per hectare.
(c) The Government of India has initiated new schemes like National Food Security Mission (NFSM), Integrated Cereals Development Programme in Rice Based Cropping System Areas (ICDP –Rice) and Bringing Green Revolution to Eastern India (BGREI) to encourage rice cultivation with improved varieties and hybrids for enhancing productivity of rice in NFSM and Non- NFSM districts respectively.
(d) National Food Security Mission-Rice (NFSM-Rice) is being implemented in 210 identified districts of 24 States of the country. Demonstrations of Improved Package of Practices, System of Rice Intensification (SRI), Hybrid Rice Technology, Application of Lime and Integrated Pest Management; Mechanization and Seed replacement etc. are the major interventions being deployed to enhance rice production. Farmers are being provided with quality seeds of hybrid rice and other improved varieties. Under the scheme “Bringing Green Revolution to Eastern India (BGREI)”, the Non-NFSM districts of seven eastern states of Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Odisha, Eastern UP and West Bengal are being covered. Under this programme, apart from infrastructural development at farmers fields the demonstrations of improved varieties and technologies are being conducted in clusters.
(e) Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) institutes and State Agricultural Universities (SAUs) are developing rice varieties and technologies suited to different agro ecologies and stress conditions to enhance productivity under different situations. During the last 5 years, 104 rice varieties and 26 new hybrids have been released in the country. Apart from Front Line Demonstrations conducted by ICAR institutes and All India Coordinated Project Centres of SAUs, Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) established in 630 districts of the country are involved in demonstrations of improved technologies of rice cultivation as per the region specific rice based cropping systems. Scientists from ICAR institutes and SAUs are also participating in BGREI to enhance rice production in Eastern India by providing technical knowhow at farmers’ fields. This work is coordinated by Central Rice Research Institute (CRRI), Cuttack.
BAN ON GM CROPS 11th December 2012
LSQ *252
Prof. Saugata Roy Shri Dinesh Chandra Yadav
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether France and other countries have imposed ban on the cultivation of Genetically Modified (GM) crops;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor along with the reaction of the Government thereto;
(c) whether there is any proposal to ban GM crops/seeds in the country;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) if not, the reasons therefor?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (e) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 252 DUE FOR REPLY ON 11TH DECEMBER, 2012.
(a) to (e): Safety assessment in regard to cultivation of Genetically Modified (GM) crops is conducted by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) on behalf of the European Commission. EFSA has approved the cultivation of GM maize and GM potato. France, and some other member States of the European Union like Austria, Greece, Hungary, Germany and Luxembourg have, however, invoked “safeguard clause” and prohibited the cultivation of GM maize in their respective countries. Some other member States of the European Union like Spain, Portugal, Czech Republic, Romania, Poland and Slovakia allow the cultivation of GM maize and Germany allows the cultivation of GM potato. It is understood that EFSA has considered the concerns raised by France and come to the conclusion that there is no specific scientific evidence, in terms of risk to human and animal health or the environment, that would invalidate its previous risk assessments of GM maize.
Government of India follows a case by case approach for the release of GM crops in accordance with the internationally accepted biosafety norms as prescribed by Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), Codex Alimentarius – International Food Standards, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and World Health Organization (WHO). There is, therefore, no proposal to ban GM crops in the country.
Source: EFSA Journal, 2012
DEVELOPMENT OF ANIMAL HUSBANDRY 11th December, 2012
LSQ *259
Shri Joseph Toppo
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Union Government has any proposal for promotion and development of animal husbandry in the North‐Eastern States including Assam;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) the details of financial assistance provided for animal husbandry projects to the North‐Eastern States during each of the last three years and the current year, State and scheme‐wise;
(d) whether piggery and poultry farms are given more attention in the North‐Eastern States; and
(e) if so, the details thereof including the steps taken by the Union Government in this regard?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a)to (e): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PART (a) TO PART (e) OF THE LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 259 TO BE ANSWERED ON 11.12.2012
(a) to (c) Government of India supplements and complements the efforts of the State Governments for promotion and development of animal husbandry through different Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored Schemes. A list of these schemes is at Annexure-I. The State Governments can submit proposals under these schemes for development of animal husbandry. Details of funds released during last three years and current year to the North-Eastern States in respect of Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored Schemes relating to animal husbandry sector, State and scheme- wise are at Annexure-II to V.
In addition, State Governments can also utilize the funds available under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) including National Mission for Protein Supplements (NMPS) for development of animal husbandry sector.
(d) & (e) Piggery and Poultry farming constitute an important part of animal husbandry activities in North-Eastern States.
For Poultry Development, a Centrally Sponsored Scheme is being implemented by the Department with the following three components: i. Assistance to State Poultry Farms, ii. Rural Backyard Poultry Development, iii. Poultry Estates.
The Department is also implementing a Central Sector Scheme, ‘Poultry Venture Capital Fund (PVCF)’ to promote entrepreneurship skills of individuals in various bankable poultry activities, which is being implemented through NABARD from 2009-10 on interest free loan mode. From 2011-12, PVCF is being implemented on Capital Subsidy mode at the rate of 33% for SC/ST beneficiaries & for all beneficiaries in North-Eastern States and 25% for other beneficiaries. During 2012-13, an allocation of Rs. 825 lakhs was provided for poultry development schemes in the North-Eastern States out of which an amount of Rs. 364.56 lakhs was released, the details of which are furnished at Sl. No. 3 & 7 of the Annexure V.
For Piggery Development, the Department is implementing a new credit linked Central Sector Scheme through National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) which aims to assist farmers/landless labourers/cooperatives and tribals particularly in North-Eastern States by rearing pigs under stall-fed condition. During the Current Financial Year (2012-13), Rs. 500.00 lakh has been released to NABARD for North- Eastern States under Pig Development Scheme. Out of which, NABARD has released amounting Rs. 276.61 lakh to the beneficiaries till 31.08.2012. Details of State-wise funds released during the current year are furnished at Sl. No. 8 of the Annexure V.
In addition, the funds have also been released under NMPS to North Eastern States for development of piggery sector. Details of state-wise funds released for piggery sector during 2011-12 and 2012-13 (30.11.2012) are given below:
(Rs. in Lakhs) Allocation and Releases under Piggery Component of NMPS for North Eastern States
SI. No. Name of the State 2011-12 2012-13
Allocation Release Allocation Release
(30.11.2012)
1 Arunachal Pradesh - - 330 *
2 Assam 300 300 450 225
3 Manipur - - 210 *
4 Meghalaya 300 300 330 *
5 Mizoram 500 250 330 165
6 Nagaland 500 500 340 170
7 Sikkim 300 300 300 *
8 Tripura - - 180 *
(* For States of Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Sikkim and Tripura, no projects have been sanctioned till date for the year 2012-13).
ANNEXURE REFERRED TO IN REPLY OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 259 List of Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored Schemes relating to Animal Husbandry Sector being implemented by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries in respect to the Lok Sabha Starred Question No.259 raised by Shri Joseph Toppo to be answered on 11.12.2012.
1. National Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding (NPCBB) 2. Centrally Sponsored Fodder and Feed Development Scheme 3. Centrally Sponsored Poultry Development Scheme 4. Integrated Development of Small Ruminants and Rabbits 5. Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme
6. Piggery Development 7. Poultry Venture Capital Fund 8. Conservation of Threatened Livestock Breeds
ANNEXURE-I REFERRED TO IN REPLY OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 259
List of Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored Schemes relating to Animal Husbandry Sector being implemented by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries in respect to the Lok Sabha Starred Question No.259 raised by Shri Joseph Toppo to be answered on 11.12.2012.
1. National Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding (NPCBB) 2. Centrally Sponsored Fodder and Feed Development Scheme 3. Centrally Sponsored Poultry Development Scheme 4. Integrated Development of Small Ruminants and Rabbits 5. Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme 6. Piggery Development 7. Poultry Venture Capital Fund 8. Conservation of Threatened Livestock Breeds
Annexure-II
DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL HUSBANDRY, DAIRYING AND FISHERIES
Scheme-wise and State-wise Releases for North-Eastern States for development of Animal Husbandry during year 2009-10 (Rs. in Lakh) S. Name of the 2009-10 No Schemes . Arunacha Assa Manipu Meghalay Mizora Nagalan Sikki Tripur l Pradesh m r a m d m a
1 Livestock 111.85 - 175 108.37 70 180 98.43 - Health and Disease Control
(i) Assistance 86.85 - 150 88.37 50 150 83.43 - to States for Control of Animal Diseases
(ii) - - 25 5 20 15 15 - Professional Efficiency Development
(iii) National 25 15 15 - - Project on Rinderpest Eradication
(iv) National ------Animal Disease Reporting System (NADRS)
(v) ------Establishmen t of Veterinary Hospitals and Dispensaries
(vi) National ------Control Programme on Brucellosis
2 National 614.14 323.8 65 69.76 77.3 Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding
3 Poultry - - - 49.1 20 277.75 Development
4 Integrated ------Development of Small Ruminants & Rabbit
5 Conservation 50 - - - 30 18.25 - of Threatened Livestock Breeds
6 Centrally 55 80 - - - 50 - Sponsored Fodder & Feed Development Scheme
7 Poultry - 25 ------Venture Capital Fund
8 Piggery ------Development
Total 216.85 639.14 578.8 157.47 185 249.76 521.73 -
Note: The Schemes at serial No. 7 and 8 are implemented through NABARD. Annexure-III
DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL HUSBANDRY, DAIRYING AND FISHERIES
Scheme-wise and State-wise Releases for North-Eastern States for development of Animal Husbandry during year 2010-11
(Rs. in Lakh) S. Name of the 2010-11 No Schemes . Arunacha Assam Manipu Meghalay Mizora Nagalan Sikki Tripur l Pradesh r a m d m a
1 Livestock Health and Disease Control 478.19 891 14 22 308.79 128 53 400
(i) Assistance to States for Control of Animal Diseases 94.14 - - - 50 100 25 286
(ii) Professional Efficiency Development 20 - - 8 14 14 10
(iii) National Project on Rinderpest Eradication 15 15 10 10 10 10 10
(iv) National Animal Disease Reporting System (NADRS) 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
(v) Establishmen t of Veterinary Hospitals and Dispensaries 297 872 - - 233.33 - - 100
(vi) National Control Programme on Brucellosis 48.05 - - - 11.46 - - -
2 National Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding 133.35 74.08 361.75 200 171.57 227.28 100 237.76
3 Poultry Development 69.2 157.33 - - 40 95.75 102.5 60.5
4 Integrated Development of Small Ruminants & Rabbit - - - - - 22.85 58.39
5 Conservation of Threatened Livestock Breeds - 28.5 25.5 25.5
6 Centrally Sponsored Fodder & Feed Development Scheme - - - 27.61 100 71 65 32.25
7 Poultry Venture Capital Fund - 2.5 - 2.5 - - - 1.5
8 Piggery Development - 58.12 - 1.02 - 61.81 - -
Total 1211.5 680.74 3 401.25 278.63 620.36 606.69 378.89 732.01
Note: The Schemes at serial No. 7 and 8 are implemented through NABARD.
Annexure-IV
DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL HUSBANDRY, DAIRYING AND FISHERIES Scheme-wise and State-wise Releases for North-Eastern States for development of Animal Husbandry during year 2011-12
(Rs. in Lakh) S. Name of the 2010-11 No Schemes . Arunacha Assam Manipu Meghalay Mizora Nagalan Sikki Tripur l Pradesh r a m d m a
1 Livestock Health and Disease 1736.0 Control 378.77 4 593.63 148.65 164.52 406.73 212.34 0
(i) Assistance 128.62 404.74 150 100 126.92 175 43.7 0 to States for
Control of Animal Diseases
(ii) Professional Efficiency Development - 0 15 14.8 24 15 15 0
(iii) National Project on Rinderpest Eradication 16 15 0 13 0 15 10 0
(iv) National Animal Disease Reporting System (NADRS) 2.15 0 0 2.15 2.15 2.15 0 0
(v) Establishmen t of Veterinary Hospitals and Dispensaries 232 978 428.63 0 0 158.4 143.64 0
(vi) National Control Programme on Brucellosis 0 338.3 0 18.7 11.45 41.18 0 0
2 National Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding 319.85 728.21 0 0 189.45 417.49 0 0
3 Poultry Development 65.4 0 0 31.5 20.4 97.95 0 85
4 Integrated Development of Small Ruminants & Rabbit 38 0 0 0 0 50 44 20
5 Conservation 0 0 0 0 0 0 28 0
of Threatened Livestock Breeds
6 Centrally Sponsored Fodder & Feed Development Scheme 55 218.2 0 0 0 127.8 124 0
7 Poultry Venture Capital Fund - 46.77 ------
8 Piggery Development - 315.93 - 9.29 144.85 97.13 34.7 -
Total 3045.1 857.02 5 593.63 189.44 519.22 1197.1 443.04 105
Note: The Schemes at serial No. 7 and 8 are implemented through NABARD.
Annexure-V
DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL HUSBANDRY, DAIRYING AND FISHERIES
Scheme-wise and State-wise Releases for North-Eastern States for development of Animal Husbandry during year 2012-13
(Rs. in Lakh) S. Name of the 2012-13 No Schemes . Arunacha Assa Manipu Meghalay Mizora Nagalan Sikki Tripur l Pradesh m r a m d m a
1 Livestock Health and Disease Control (as on 30.11.2012) 196.35 - - - 10 15 128.55 147.05
(i)Assistance to States for Control of Animal Diseases 150 ------
(ii)Professiona l Efficiency Development 8 - - - 10 15
(iii)National Project on Rinderpest Eradication 12 ------
(iv) National Animal Disease Reporting System (NADRS) ------
(v) Establishment of Veterinary Hospitals and Dispensaries ------120 147.05
(vi)National Control Programme on Brucellosis 26.35 - - - - 8.55
2 National Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding - - - - - 157.56 - -
3 Poultry Development (as on 30.11.2012) 89.4 ------
4 Integrated Development of Small Ruminants & Rabbit (as on 30.11.2012) 12 - - - - 22.85 - -
5 Conservation of Threatened Livestock ------Breeds (as on
30.11.2012)
6 Centrally Sponsored Fodder & Feed Development Scheme (as on 22.11.2012) - - - - 278 - 124 36.53
7 Poultry Venture Capital Fund (as on 31.10.2012) 2.41 264.59 - 8.16 - - - -
8 Piggery Development (as on 31.08.2012) 18.59 122.62 - - 78.94 56.46 - -
Total 318.75 387.21 - 8.16 366.94 251.87 252.55 283.58
Note: The Schemes at serial No. 7 and 8 are implemented through NABARD.
GM CROPS PATENTS 1th December, 2012
LSQ 2767
Shri Uday Singh
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Union Government has received any letters/complaints against agriculture scientists for making false claims about patents on Bt. Brinjal and other Genetically Modified (GM) crops;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the action taken by the Government thereon?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) Yes, Madam.
(b) Some news reports including a complaint against one of the agricultural scientists have been received.
(c) An inquiry has already been initiated to look into the issues.
INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT 11th December, 2012
LSQ 2789
Dr. Nilesh Narayan Rane
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the details of works being carried out under the Integrated Pest Management Programme along with the manner in which assistance is provided to the farmers under this programme, State‐wise including Maharashtra; and
(b) the manner in which the Government is educating the farmers about pest control techniques and the achievements made during the last three years, State‐ wise?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a): Following works/ activities are being carried out under the Integrated Pest Management programme-
Popularization of IPM approach among farming community.
Conducting regular pest surveillance and monitoring to assess pest/ disease situation.
Rearing biological control agents for their use and conservation of naturally occurring bio‐agents.
Promotion of Bio‐pesticides and neem based pesticides as alternatives to chemical pesticides.
Play a catalytic role in spread of innovative IPM skills to extension workers, land farmers in various States/UTs.
Human Resource Development in IPM by imparting training to master trainers, extension workers and farmers through Farmers Field Schools(FFSs).
Organization of Farmers Field Schools (FFS) through KVKs/SAUs/ ICAR institutes to develop the sufficient human resource.
Under the HRD programme, organization of short duration courses of two days and five days for pesticides dealers/ NGOs/ graduates/post‐graduates/ entrepreneurs and progressive farmers.
Organization of Season Long Training programmes (SLTP) on major agricultural/ horticultural crops for extension workers of States Governments.
(b): Farmers are being educated under IPM through Farmers Field schools on IPM skills and pest control techniques to be adopted by them in their crop fields, thereby making them self reliant in decision making. Besides Farmers Field Schools, farmers are being educated through 2 days short duration programmes. Non formal education through participatory approach is also being adopted for educating the farmers.
State-wise achievements made during last three years are at Annexure-I and Annexure-II.
Annexure-I LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.2789 DATED 11.12.2012 STATE-WISE DETAILS OF FFSs ORGANIZED during 2009-10, 2010-11, 2011-12
S. No. States 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 No. of No. of No. of No. of No. of No. of FFSs Farmers FFSs Farmers FFS No. of Farmer Trained Trained Trained 1. Andhra Pr. 32 960 30 900 28 840 2. Assam 40 1200 40 1200 32 960 3. A & N 05 120 6 180 06 180 Islands 4. Arunachal 08 240 4 120 04 120 Pr. 5. Bihar 32 960 32 960 32 960 6. Chhattisgarh 24 720 24 720 24 720 7. Goa 32 960 4 120 06 180 8. Gujarat 30 820 32 960 34 1020 9. Haryana 36 1080 36 1080 38 1140 10. H P. 38 1140 38 1140 40 1200 11. J & K 40 1200 40 1200 40 1200 12. Jharkhand 32 960 32 960 32 960 13. Karnataka 28 567 26 780 26 780 14. Kerala 14 420 16 460 16 240 15. Madhya 26 780 26 780 26 780 Pradesh 16. Meghalaya 16 480 20 600 13 390 17. Maharashtra 32 960 32 960 40 1200 18. Manipur 08 240 8 240 8 240 19. Mizoram 08 240 10 300 8 240 20. Nagaland 06 180 8 240 8 240 21. Orissa 32 960 32 960 28 840 22. Punjab 28 840 24 720 34 1020 23. Rajasthan 38 1140 40 1200 35 1050 24. Sikkim 14 439 14 420 8 240 25. TamilNadu 17 510 22 660 24 720 26. Tripura 0 0 4 120 6 180 27. Uttaranchal 26 780 26 780 24 720 28. Uttar 84 2520 84 2520 80 2400 Pradesh 29. W. Bengal 24 720 24 720 24 720 Total 750 22136 734 22000 724 21480
Annexure-II
Number of Training programs conducted by CIPMCs under HRD programs during 2009-10, 2010-11, and 2011-12
S. No. 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
CIPMC KHARIF RABI KHARIF KHARIF Kharif RABI
1. Hyderabad 1 1 NIL 4 2 2
2. Guwahati 4 4 4 4 4 4
3. Port Blair 1 0 1 NIL - 1
4 Itanagar 1 1 1 1 1 1
5. Patna 3 3 3 2 2 2
FUNDS FOR FRESH WATER AQUACULTURE DEVELOPMENT 11th December, 2012
LSQ 2853
Shri Shivraj Singh Lodhi
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Union Government has received a proposal from the State Government of Madhya Pradesh for sanctioning an additional amount of Rs. 0.76 lakh apart from the already sanctioned amount of Rs.232.76 lakh for the implementation of fresh water aquaculture development scheme;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether an amount of Rs. 110.00 lakh has been sanctioned against the said amount and the release of the additional amount of Rs.122.76 lakh and Rs.0.76 lakh is still awaited for sanction; and
(d) if so, the time by which the said amount is likely to be sanctioned and released?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR.CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. The Union Government has received a proposal from the Government of Madhya Pradesh during 2012-13 for the release of Rs.232.76 lakh Central Share for development of fresh water aquaculture under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme “Development of Inland Fisheries and Aquaculture”. Besides, the State Government has requested revalidation of Rs.0.76 lakh that was unspent balance with the State Government against the fund released to it during 2011-12.
(c)& (d): A sum of Rs.110 lakh has been released to the State Government as first installment and Rs.0.76 lakh was revalidated during 2012-13. The balance amount of Rs.122.76 lakh will be released after the first installment is fully utilized and its Utilisation Certificate along with Physical Progress report is furnished.
OPTIMUM USE OF RESOURCES 11th December, 2012
LSQ 2861
Shri M. K. Raghavan
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the emphasis laid on convergence in planning, management and implementation in agricultural development for making optimum use of resources in the context of the quantum jump in the outlays in agriculture under the Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY);
(b) the details of the District Agriculture Plans (DAPs) and State Agriculture Plans (SAPs) prepared for Kerala for the opportunities to be created by other interventions in the rural sector;
(c) the measures taken to apportion funds among DAPs and SAPs for those activities which may not find a place in DAPs;
(d) the steps taken by the Union Government for the investment needs of the Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries sector under the DAPs/SAPs; and
(e) the success rate of these plans and the additional measures which are being envisaged for wider implementation of the schemes?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a): Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) provides for formulation of a District Agriculture Plan (DAP) by including the resources available from other existing schemes, District, State, or Central schemes. The DAPs aim at moving towards projecting the requirements for development of Agriculture and allied sectors of the district and present the vision for Agriculture and allied sectors within the overall development perspective of the district. The scheme also requires the States to prepare a comprehensive State Agricultural Plan (SAP) by integrating the District Plans, thus ensuring convergence.
(b): Government of Kerala has prepared DAPs in respect of only 13 districts of the State so far. The State Government has not yet prepared the State Agriculture Plan (SAP) as envisaged.
(c) & (d): The allocation under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) are not made by Government of India for any specific component of agriculture and allied sectors. The states have flexibility under the scheme to draw up plans and to choose projects/activities, which in their view, are most suited for increasing production and productivity in the chosen areas as per priorities of the State Government concerned.
(e): The Government of Kerala has approved 846 projects including Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries sector under RKVY during 11th Plan, of which 628 projects are completed.
QUALITY OF SOIL 11th December, 2012
LSQ 2866
Shri Baijayant "Jay" Panda Shri Nama Nageswara Rao Shri Feroze Varun Gandhi
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has conducted any study to identify the areas where the soil is malnourished and lacks vital nutrients;
(b) if so, the details thereof, State‐wise;
(c) whether the Government has taken any steps to replenish the quality of soil in such areas;
(d) if so, the details thereof;
(e) the financial assistance given to farmers under the National Project on Management of Soil Health and Fertility (NPMSH&F) to improve soil health and its productivity during each of the last three years and the current year, State‐wise; and
(f) the details of soil testing centres established so far in the country, State‐ wise?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) & (b): Indian Institute of Soil Science (IISS) has conducted a study showing status of nitrogen (N), Phosphorous (P) and Potassium (K) in different States. State-wise districts classified in low, medium or high category are given at Annexure-I. Special attention is required to be paid to the districts that are low in N, P or K.
Besides under All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Micronutrients showed that among micronutrients 49%, 41% and 33% samples were found deficient in Zinc (Zn), Sulphur (S) and Boron (B) respectively. State- wise details are given at Annexure-II.
(c) & (d): The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) is recommending soil test based balanced and integrated nutrient management through conjunctive use of both inorganic and organic sources of plant nutrients to sustain good soil health in the country. In addition, growing leguminous crops are also advocated. The Council has developed technology for preparation of enriched/ vermi compost from various organic wastes. Besides, improved and efficient strains of biofertilizers specific to different crops and soil types are being developed under Network project on biofertilizers. The ICAR also imparts training, organizes Front Line Demonstrations etc. to educate farmers on these aspects.
National Project on Management of Soil Health & Fertility (NPMSH&F) has been taken up from 2008-09 to promote soil test based balanced and judicious use of fertilizers through setting up/ strengthening of soil testing laboratory, trainings and demonstrations on balanced use of fertilizers.
(e): Financial assistance to farmers under National Project on Management of Soil Health & Fertility (NPMSH&F) is given for the components of field demonstrations and promotion of Integrated Nutrient Management (INM). State- wise financial assistance given during last three years and current year is given at Annexure-III.
(f): State-wise details of soil testing laboratories in the country is given at Annexure-IV.
Annexure-I LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.2866 DATED 11.12.2012
State-wise districts classified in Low, medium and High Category of N, P or K.
State NPK Name of districts Sl. status No 1. Andhra Pradesh N low Adilabad, Chittoor, Cuddapah, East Godavari, Guntur, Karimnagar, Khammam, Krishna, Kurnool, Mahbubnagar, Nizamabad, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram, Warangal, West Godavari N Med Anantapur, Hyderabad, Medak, Nalgonda, Nellore, Prakasam, Rangareddi, Srikakulam
N High nil P low Adilabad, Anantapur, Chittoor, Cuddapah, Guntur, Hyderabad,Karimnagar, Khammam, Krishna, Kurnool, Mahbubnagar, Medak, Nalgonda, Nellore, Nizamabad, Rangareddi, Srikakulam, Warangal P Med East Godavari, Prakasam, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram, West Godavari P High - K low - K Med East Godavari, Nizamabad, Rangareddi K High Adilabad, Anantapur, Chittoor, Cuddapah, Guntur, Hyderabad, Karimnagar, Khammam, Krishna, Kurnool, Mahbubnagar, Medak, Nalgonda, Nellore, Prakasam, Srikakulam, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram, Warangal, West Godavari 2. Assam N low Bongaigaon, Bopeta, Chirang, Darrang, Kokrajhar, Morigaon, N C Hills, Nalbari N Med Cachar, Dhemaji, Dhubri, Dibrugarh, Goalpara, Golaghat, Hailakandi, Jorhat, Kamrup, Karbi angling, Karimganj, Lakhimpur, Nagaon, Sivsagar, Sonitpur, Tinsukia, Udalguri N High - P low Jorhat, Karbi angling, Udalguri P Med Bongaigaon, Borpeta, Cachar, Chirang, Darrang, Dhemaji, Dhubri, Dibrugarh, Goalpara, Golaghat, Hailakandi, Kamrup, Karimganj, Kokrajhar, Lakhimpur, Morigaon, N C Hills, Nagaon, Nalbari, Sivsagar, Sonitpur, Tinsukia P High - K low Low Bongaigaon, Cachar, Chirang, Golaghat, Hailakandi, Jorhat, Karimganj, Kokrajhar, N C Hills, Nagaon, Sivsagar, Udalguri K Med Bofpeta, Darrang, Dhemaji, Dhubri, Goalpara, Kamrup, Lakhimpur, Morigaon, Nalbari, Sonipat, Tinsukia K High Dibrugarh, Karbi angling 3. Chhattisgarh N low Low Bastar, Dantewara, Dhamtari, Durg, Kanker, Kawardha, Mahasmund, Raipur, Rajnandgaon N Med Baikunthapur, Bilaspur, Janigir, Jashpur, Korba, Koriya, Rajgarh, Sarguja N High - P low Bastar, Dantewara, Dhamtari, Kanker, Korba, Mahasmund, Raipur P Med Baikunthapur, Bilaspur, Durg, Janigir, Jashpur, Kawardha, Koriya, Rajgarh, Rajnandgaon, Sarguja P High - K low Bastar, Dantewara, Kanker K Med Dhamtari, Mahasmund, Raipur, Rajnandgaon K High Baikhunthapur, Bilaspur, Durg, Janigir, Jashpur, Kawardha, Korba, Koriya, Rajgarh, Sarguja 4. Gujarat N low Amreli, Banaskantha, Bharuch, Gandhinagar, Jamnagar, Kutch, Mahesana, Narmada, Patan, Sabarkantha, Surat, Surendranagar, Vadodara N Med Anand, Bhawnagar, Dahod, Dang, Kheda, Navsari, Panchmahal, Valsad N High Junagadh, Porbandar, Rajkot P low Banaskantha, Bharuch, Bhawnagar, Dahod, Mahesana, Narmada, Navsari, Panchmahal, Patan, Porbandar,
Surendranagar, Valsad P Med Amreli, Anand, Dand, Gandhinagar, Jamnagar, Jungadh, Kutch, Kheda, Rajkot, Sabarkantha, Surat, Vadodara P High - K low - K Med Banaskantha, Kutch, Sabarkantha, Vadodara K High Amreli, Anand, Bharuch, Bhawnagar, Dahod, Dang, Gandhinagar, Jamnagar, Junagadh, Kheda, Mahesana, Narmada, Navsari, Panchmahal, Patan, Porbandar, Rajkot, Surat, Surendranagar, Valsad 5. Haryana N low Bhiwani, Faridabad, Fatehbad, Gurgaon, Hisar, Jhajjar, Jind, Kaithal, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Mahendragarh, Panchkula, Panipat, Rewari, Sirsa, Sonipat, Yamuna Nagar N Med Rohtak N High - P low Bhiwani, Faridabad, Fatehbad, Gurgoan, Hisar, Jhajjar, Jind, Kaithal, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Panchkula, Panipat, Rewari, Sirsa, Sonipat, Yamuna Nagar P Med Mahendragarh, Rohtak P High - K low - K Med Faridabad, Gurgaon, Hisar, Karnal, Panchkula, Rohtak, Rewari, Yamuna Nagar K High Bhiwani, Fatehbad, Jhajjar, Jind, Kaithal, Kurukshetra, Mahendragarh, Panipat, Sirsa, Sonipat Himachal Pradesh 6. Himachal Pradesh N low - N Med Hamirpur, Kangra, Mandi, Una N High Chamba, Kinnaur, Kulu, Lahaul spiti, Simla, Sirmour, Solan P low Hamirpur, Kangra, Mandi, Simla, Una P Med Chamba, Kulu, Lahaul spiti, Sirmour, Solan P High Kinnaur K low Chamba, Hamirpur, Kangra, Kinnaur, Lahaul spiti, Una K Med Kulu, Mandi, Simla, Sirmour, Solan K High - 7. Karnataka N low Kolar N Med Bangalore (R), Bangalore (U), Bellari, Bidar, Bijapura, Chitradurga, Davanagere, Gulbura, Hassan, Mysore, Raichur, Shimoga, Tumkur N High Belagaum, Chamrajnagar, Chikkamagalore, Coorg, Dharwad, Gadag, Haveri, Kadogri, Mandya, North Kannada, Sough Kannada, Udupi P low Bellari, Bijapur, Hassan, Norht Kannada, South Kannada, Udupi P Med Bangalore (U), Belagaum, Bidar, Chikkamagalore, Chitradurga, Coorg, Dharwad, Gadag, Gulburga, Haveri, Kodagi, Kolar, Mysore, Raichur, Shimoga, Tumkur P High Bangalore (R), Chamrajnagar, Davanagere, Mandya K low South Kannada, Udupi K Med Chikkamagalore, Kolar, Mandya, North Kannada, Shimoga K High Bangalore (R), Bangalore (U), Belagaum, Bellari, Bidar, Bijapura, Chamrajnagar, Chitradurga, Coorg, Davanagere, Dharwad, Gadag, Gulburga, Hassan, Haveri, Kodagi, Mysore, Raichur, Tumkur 8. Kerala N low Kasaragod, Kollam, Thiruvananthapuram
N Med Ernakulam, Idukki, Kannur, Kottayam, Kozhikkode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Pathanamthitta, Thrissur N High Wyanadu P low - P Med Idukki, Kannur, Kasaragod, Kozhikkode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Pathanamthitta, Thrissur, Wyandu P High Ernakulam, Kollam, Kottayam, Thiruvananthapuram K low - K Med Idukki, Kannur, Kasaragod, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikkode, Malappuram, Pathanamthitta, Thiruvananthapuram, Thrissur, Wyanadu K High Ernakulam, Palakkad 9. Madhya Pradesh N low Bhind, Chhattarpur, Daria, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Mandsaur, Neemuch, Morena, Panna, Ratlam, Sheopu, Shivpuri, Sidhi N Med Annupur, Bagwai, Balaghat, Betul, Bhopal, Bodwani, Burhanpur, Chhindwara, Damoh, Dewas, Dindori, Harda, Jhabua, Katni, Khandwa, Mandla, Narsinghpur, Raisen, Rewa, Sagar, Satna, Seoni, Shahdol, Shajapur, Tikmgarh, Ujjain, Umaria, Vidisha N High Ashok Nagar, Guna, Hoshangabad, Rajgarh, Sehore P low Ashok Nagar, Betul, Bhind, Chhattarpur, Damoh, Daria, Dewas, Gwalior, Japlpur, Jhabua, Katni, Panna, Shivpuri, Ujjain, Umaria P Med Anuppur, Bagwai, Balaghat, Bhopal, Bodwani, Burhanpur, Chhindwara, Harda, Indore, Khandwa, Khargone, Mandla, Mandsaur, Neemuch, Morena, Narsinghpur, Raisen, Ratlam, Rewa, Sagar, Satna, Seoni, Shahdol, Shajapur, Sheopu, Sidhi, Tikmgarh, Vidisha P High Dindori, Guna, Hoshangabad, Rajgarh, Sehore K low Dhar, Anuppur, Betul, Gwalior, Morena, Sagar, Sidhi K Med Ashok Nagar, Balaghat, Damoh, Daria, Dindori, Guna, Harda, Japlpur, Katni, Mandla, Rewa, Satna, Shivpuri, Tikmgarh, Umaria K High Bagwai, Bhind, Bhopal, Badwani, Burhanpur, Chhattarpur, Chhindwara, Dewas, Hoshangabad, Indore, Jhabua, Khandwa, Khargone, Mandsaur, Neemuch, Narsinghpur, Panna, Raisen, Rajgarh, Ratlam, Sehore, Seoni, Shahdol, Shajapur, Sheopu, Ujjain, Vidhisha 10. Maharashtra N low Low Akola, Amaravati, Aurangabad, Beed, Bhandara, Buldhana, Gondiya, Hingoli, Jalgaon, Jalna, Latur, Nagpur, Nanded, Nashik, Parbhani, Pune, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sangali, Satara, Solapur, Usmanabad, Wardha, Washim, Yeotmal N Med Dhule, Kolhapur, Nandurbar, Sindhudurg, Thane N High - P low Low Akola, Amaravati, Aurangabad, Bhandara, Bhuldhana, Dhule, Gondiya, Hingoli, Jalgaon, Jalna, Kolhapur, Latur, Nagpur, Nanded, Nandurbar, Nashik, Parbhani, Pune, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sangali, Satara, Sindhudurg, Solapur, Usmanabad, Wardha, Washim, Yeotmal P Med Beed, Thane P High - K low Raigad, Sindhudurg K Med Kolhapur, Nashikm Sangali, Satara, Thane K High Akola, Amaravati, Aurangabad, Beed, Bhandara, Buldhana,
Dhule, Gondiya, Hingoli, Jalgaon, Jalna, Latur, Nagpur, Nanded, Nandurbar, Parbhani, Pune, Ratnagiri, Solapur, Usmanabad, Wardha, Washim, Yeotmal 11. Odisha N low Bhadrak, Boudh, Cuttuck, Dhenkanal, Gajapati, Ganjam, Jagatsinghpur, Kalahandi, Kendrapada, Khurda, Mayurbhanj, Naupada, Nayagarh, Bhulbani, Puri, Sundargarh N Med Balasore, Bargarh, Bolangir, Deogarh, Jharsuguda, Keonjhar, Koraput, Malkangiri, Nawrangpur, Rayagada, Sambalpur, Sonepur N High - P low Balasore, Bhadrak, Cuttack, Gajapati, Ganjam, Jharsuguda, Keonjhar, Mayurbhanj, Nawrangpur, Phulbani, Sambalpur P Med Bargarh, Bolangir, Boudh, Deogarh, Dhenkanal, Jagatsighpur, Kalahandi, Kendrapada, Khurda, Koraput, Malkangiri, Naupada, Nayagarh, Puri, Sonepur, Sundargarh P High - K low Cuttack, Ganjam, Nayagarh K Med Balasore, Bargarh, Bhadrak, Deogarh, Dhenkanal, Gajapati, Jagatsinghpur, Jharsuguda, Kalahandi, Kendrapada, Khurda, Koraput, Malkangiri, Naupada, Nayagarh, Puri, Sundragarh K High Bolangir, Boudh, Keonjhar, Mayurbhanj, Phulbani, Sambalpur, Sonepur 12. Punjab N low Bhatinda, Faridkot, Ferozepur, Gurdaspur, Hoshiarpur, Jalandhar, Kapurthala, Ludhiana, Mansa, Moga, Muktsar N Med Fategar Sahib, Nawashahar, Patiala, Ropar, Sangrur N High - P low - P Med Faridkot, Ferozepur, Mansa, Mogar, Miktasar, Nawashahar, Patiala, Sangrur P High Bhatinda, Fategar Sahib, Gurdaspur, Hoshiarpur, Jalandhar, Kapurthala, Ludhiana, Ropar K low - K Med Hoshiarpur, Ropar K High Bhatinda, Faridkot, Fategar Sahib, Ferozepur, Gurdaspur, Jalandhar, Kapurthala, Ludhiana, Mansa, Moga, Muktasar, Nawashahar, Patiala, Sangrur 13. Rajasthan N low Alwar, Banswara, Baran, Bharatpur, Barmer, Bundi, Churu, Dausa, Dholpur, Durgapur, Hanumangarh, Jaisalmer, Jalore, Jhunjhun, Jodhpur, Karauli, Kota, Nagpur, Pali, Rajsamand, Sawai Madhopur, Sikar, Sirhi, Sriganganagar, Tonk N Med Bhilwara, Chittorgarh, Jhalawar, Udaipur N High - P low Bharatpur, Barmer, Churu, Dausa, Dholpur, Durgapur, Hanumangarh, Jaisalmer, Jalore, Karauli, Sawai Madhopur, Sikar, Sirohi, Sirhi, Sriganganagar P Med Alwar, Banswara, Baran, Bhilwara, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Jhalawar, Jodhpur, Kota, Nagpur, Pali, Rajsamand, Tonk, Udaipur P High - K low - K Med Banswara, Bharatpur, Bhilwara, Bundi, Dholpur, Rajsamand K High Alwar, Baran, Barmer, Chittorgarh, Churu, Dausa, Durgapur, Hanumangarh, Jaisalmer, Jalore, Jhalawar, Jhunjhun,
Jodhpur, Karauli, Kota, Nagpur, Pali, Sawai Madhopur, Sikar, Sirohi, Sirhi, Sriganganagar, Tonk, Udaipur 14. Tamilnadu N low Coimbatore, Cuddalore, Dharmapuri, Dindigul, Erode, Fudukkottai, Kanchipuram, Kanyakumari, Karur, Madurai, Nagapattinam, Namakkal, Peerambalur, Ramanathapuram, Salem, Sivagangai, Thanjavur, Theni, Thiruallur, Thiruvarur, Thoothukudi, Tiruvannamalai, Tiruvarur, Trichiraplli, Vellore, Villupuram, Virudhunagar N Med Salem N High Nilgiri P low Kanchipuram, Sivagangai, Thoothukudi, Trichirapalli P Med Cuddalore, Dharmapuri, Dindigul, Erode, Kanyakumari, Karur, Namakkal, Salem, Theni, Villupuram, Virudhunagar P High Coimbatore, Fudukkottai, Madurai, Nagapattinam, Nilgiri, Peerambalur, Ramanathapuram, Thanjavur, Thiruallur, Thiruvarur, Tiruvannamalai, Tiruvarur, Vellore K low Ariyalur K Med Cuddalore, Erode, Kanchipuram, Kanyakumari, Karur, Namakkal, Thiruallar, Villupuram K High Coimbatore, Dharmapuri, Dindigul, Fudukkottai, Madurai, Nagapattinam, Nilgiri, Peerambalur, Ramananthpuram, Salem, Sivagangai, Thanjavur, Theni, Thiruvarur, Thoothukudi, Tiruvnnamalai, Tiruvarur, Trichirapalli, Vellore, Virudhunagar 15. Uttar Pradesh N low Aazamgarh, Agra, Aligarh, Allahabad, Ambedkarnagar, Auraiya, Badanyu, Baghpat, Baharaich, Baliya, Balrampur, Banda, Barabanki, Bareli, Basti, Bijnaur, Buland Shahar, Chandouli, Chitrkut, Devariya, Eta, Etahwa, Faizabad, Farukkhabad, Fatehabad, Firozabad, Gautambudh nagar, Gazipur, Ghaziabad, Gorakhapur, Hameerpur, Hardoi, Hathras, Jalaun, Jaunpur, Jhansi, Jyotishaphool nagar, Kannauj, Kanpur Dehat, Kanpur Nagar, Kashiram Nagar, Kaushambee, Kushinagar, Lalitpur, Lucknow, Lukhimpur, Maharajganj, Mahowa, Mainpuri, Mathura, Mau, Meerut, Muradabad, Muzzafar Nagar, Peelibhit, Pratapgarh, Rampur, Raybareli, Saharanpur, Santkabeer Nagar, Shahjahapur, Sidhrth Nagar,Sitapur, Sonebhadra, Sribasti, Sultanpur, Unnav, Varanasi. N Med Mirzapur, Santravidasnagar N High - P low Aazamgarh, Agra, Aligarh, Allahabad, Ambedkarnagar, Auraiya, Badanyu, Baghpat, Baharaich, Baliya, Balrampur, Banda, Barabanki, Bareli, Basti, Bijnour, Buland Shahar, Chandouli, Chitrakut, Devariya, Eta, Etawa, Faizabad, Farukhabad, Fatehabad, Firozabad, Gautambudh nagar, Gazipur, Ghaziabad, Gorakhpur, Hameerpur, Hathras, Jalaun, Jaunpur, Jhansi, Jyotishaphool nagar, Kannauj, Kanpur Dehat, Kanpur Nagar, Kashiram Nagar, Kaushambee, Kushinagar, Lalitpur, Lucknow, Lukhimpur, Maharajganj, Mahowa, Mainpuri, Mathura, Mau, Meerut, Mirzapur, Muradabad, Muzzafarnagar, Peelibhit, Pratapgarh, Rampur, Raybareli, Saharanpur, Santkabeer nagar, Santravidasnagar, Shahjahapur, Sidhrath Nagar, Sitapur, Sonebhadra, Sribasti, Sultanpur,
Unnav, Varanasi P Med Hardoi P High - K low - K Med Aazamgarh, Amedkarnagar, Auraiya, Baghpat, Bahraich, Baliya, Balrampur, Banda, Barabanki, Bareli, Basti, Bijnaur, Chandouli, Chitrakut, Devariya, Etawa, Faizabad, Farukkhabad, Gautambudh nagar, Gazipur, Gorakhpur, Jyotishaphool nagar, Kannauj, Kanpur Dehat, Kanpur Nagar, Kushinagar, Lukhimpur, Maharajganj, Mahowa, Mathura, Mau, Meerut, Muradabad, Muzzafar nagar, Peelibhit, Pratapgarh, Rampur, Saharanpur, Santkabeer nagar, Shahjahapur, Sidhrath nagar, Sitapur, Sribasti, Sultanpur, Varanasi K High Agra, Aligarh, Allahabad, Badanyu, Buland Shahar, Eta, Fatehabad, Firozabad, Ghaziabad, Hameerpur, Hardoi, Hthras, Jalaun, Jaunpur, Jhansi, Kashiram nagar, Kaushambee, Lalitpur, Lucknow, Mainpur, Mirzapur, Raybareli, Santravidasnagar, Sonebhadra, Unnav 16. Uttarakhand N low Dehradun, Tehari Gadwal, Udhamsingh Nagar, Uttarkashi N Med Chamoli, Champawat, Haridwar, Nainital, Paudi, Rudraprayag N High Bageswar, Pithoragad P low Bageswar, Chamoli, Champawat, Dehradun, Haridwar, Paudi, Rudraprayag, Udhamsingh Nagar, Uttarkashi P Med Nainital, Pithoragad, Tehari Gadwal P High - K low - K Med Dehradun, Haridwar, Paudi, Pithoragad, Rudraprayag, Tehari Gadwal, Udhamsingh Nagar, Uttarkashi K High Bageswar, Chamoli, Champawat, Nainital 17. West Bengal N low Midnapore E, Midnapore W, North 24- Parganas, South 24- Parganas N Med Darjeeling, Hooghly, Jalpaiguri, Nadia, Prakama, Purulia N High - P low Midanpore E, Prakama, Purulia P Med Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, Midanpore W, Nadia, North 24- Parganas, South 24- Parganas P High Hooghly K low Jalpaiguri K Med Darjeeling, Hooghly, Midnapore E, Midnapore W, Nadia, North 24- Parganas, Prakama, Purulia, South 24-Parganas K High -
Abbreviations: N- Nitrogen, P- Phosphorous, K – Potassium. Med – medium
Annexure-II ZINC DEFICIENCY
Name of the states Per cent Zn deficient samples
Andhra Pradesh 46.8
Assam 34
Bihar 54
Delhi 20
Gujarat 26.2
Haryana 60.1
Himachal Pradesh 42
Jammu & Kashmir 12
Karnataka 72.8
Kerala 34
Madhya Pradesh 44.5
Maharashtra 57.2
Meghalaya 57
Orissa 35.75
Pondichery 8
Punjab 45.2
Rajasthan 21
Tamil Nadu 45.6
Uttar Pradesh 45.6
West Bengal 36
All India 48.8
Source: Singh 2008
Annexure-II Continued Sulphur Content and Percent Sample Deficiency (PSD)
No. of Soil S Content (mg kg-1) Name of the States Samples Range Mean PSD Bihar 583 0.09-493.1 29.45 55
Andhra Pradesh 6000 1.78-97.60 14.88 46
Orissa 335 1.2-103 16.98 42 Gujrat 403 0.2-73.6 14.95 40 Haryana 553 62.5 22 Tamil Nadu 350 3.2-173.5 31.27 17.31 All India 41 Source: Singh 2008
B Deficiency
Name of the States Per cent B deficiency samples Andhra Pradesh 52.9
Bihar 37 Gujrat 2 Karnataka 32 Madhya Pradesh 21.8 Orissa 23.3 Punjab 23.4 Tamil Nadu 23.6 Uttar Pradesh 23.6 West Bengal 68 All India 32.4 Source: Singh 2008
Annexure – III
State-wise financial assistance under National Project on Management of Soil Health & Fertility for the components of demonstrations and promotion of INM on farmers field. S. State Amount released (Rs. in lakhs) No. 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 Total 1 Andhra Pradesh 39.70 0.00 229.50 0.00 269.20 2 Bihar 60.00 60.00 0.00 0.00 120.00 3 Himachal 29.80 0.00 0.00 0.00 29.80 Pradesh 4 Jharkhand 11.90 0.00 0.00 0.00 11.90 5 Karnataka 75.25 0.00 0.00 0.00 75.25 6 Kerala 78.50 0.00 0.00 0.00 78.50 7 Manipur 79.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 79.00 8 Tripura 79.50 0.00 0.00 0.00 79.50 9 Haryana 0.00 12.00 0.00 6.00 18.00 10 Chhattisgarh 0.00 2.40 0.00 0.00 2.40 11 Gujarat 0.00 0.00 35.00 25.00 60.00 Total 453.65 74.40 264.50 31.00
Annexure-IV State-wise Number of Soil Testing Laboratories (STLs) in the country
Sl. No. Name of the State No. of STLs
I South Zone
1 Andhra Pradesh 118
2 Karnataka 28
3 Kerala 24
4 Tamil Nadu 48
5 Puducherry 1
6 A&N Island 2
Total 221
II. West Zone
7 Gujarat 130
8 Madhya Pradesh 78
9 Maharashtra 36
10 Rajasthan 48
11 Chhattisgarh 9
12 Goa 2
Total 303
III North Zone
13 Haryana 34
14 Punjab 70
15 Uttarakhand 15
16 Uttar Pradesh 283
17 Himachal Pradesh 15
18 J&K 20
19 Delhi 1
Total 438
IV East Zone
20 Bihar 39
21 Jharkhand 8
22 Orissa 11
23 West Bengal 20
Total 78
V NE Zone
24 Assam 11
25 Tripura 6
26 Manipur 5
27 Meghalaya 6
28 Nagaland 3
29 Arunachal Pradesh 6
30 Sikkim 4
31 Mizoram 6
Total 47
Grand Total 1087
NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL INSURANCE SCHEME 11th December, 2012
LSQ 2888
Shri Baliram Sukur Jadhav Shri Marotrao Sainuji Kowase
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the number of farmers included under the National Agricultural Insurance Scheme (NAIS) and claims made and settled during the current year, State‐wise including Maharashtra;
(b) the time by which the pending claims are likely to be settled;
(c) whether several States have urged the Union Government to make changes in the NAIS for inclusion of average production calculation to be taken into account;
(d) if so, the details thereof along with the action taken by the Union Government in this regard; and
(e) the steps being taken by the Government to encourage farmers to avail the benefit of the scheme?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a): As per provisions of NAIS, claims are worked out and settled on the basis of yield data submitted by the State Government. Last date for submission of yield data by States to the implementing agency for Kharif 2012 season is 31st January/31st March, 2013. Rabi 2012-13 season has just started, therefore, coverage details are not available. However, coverage details for Kharif 2011 and Rabi 2011-12 are annexed.
(b): Claims are settled according to availability of yield data from the States and share of funds from Central and State Governments.
(c) & (d): Based on the recommendations of Joint Group constituted by Government of India (GOI) and views of stakeholders including States, Modified NAIS has been approved by GOI for implementation in 50 districts on pilot basis from Rabi 2010-11. Under MNAIS calculation of threshold yield i.e. average yield has been improved by excluding 2 declared calamity years.
(e): Under NAIS, flat rates of premium are charged for food and oil seeds crops from the farmers with 10% subsidy to small & marginal farmers to make the scheme affordable to them. Besides, continued efforts are being made to create awareness about NAIS by the implementing agency in coordination with the implementing States since inception to encourage the farmers to come forward to get crops insured. The salient activities for campaigning involve the publicity of features & benefits of the scheme through advertisements in leading national/local news- papers, telecast through audio-visual media, distribution of pamphlets, participation in agriculture fairs/mela/gosti, organization of workshops/trainings etc.
LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.2888 DATED 11.12.2012
NAIS - KHARIF 2011 BUSINESS STATISTICS (As On 22.11.2012)
(Rs. In lakh) Sl. No. States / Uts. No. of Total Claims paid Claims to be No. of Farmers Premium paid Farmers insured collected benefitted
1 Andhra Pradesh 1694154 14312 18059 6068 339703
2 Assam 23770 155 202 5457
3 Bihar 333462 2109 0 127 2609
4 Chhattisgarh 1011298 3951 1261 0 44254
5 Goa 344 0 0 0 0
6 Gujarat 976485 14379 31653 0 259839
7 Haryana 2904 22 2 0 116
8 Himachal 16668 140 3 518 Pradesh
9 Jharkhand 157727 379 10 0 339
10 Karnataka 492005 1988 3990 0 65620
11 Kerala 11142 83 50 0 5030
12 Madhya Pradesh 1528565 13028 25027 3071 147827
13 Maharashtra 2192318 6376 3919 0 162907
14 Manipur 2569 22 62 0 2569
15 Meghalaya 1080 8 4 0 172
16 Mizoram 0
17 Orissa 1443257 7442 65732 0 571682
18 Rajasthan* 0
19 Sikkim 0
20 Tamilnadu 88430 1073 64 26 5198
21 Tripura 1040 7 0
22 Uttar Pradesh 1078498 4602 2229 193 55535
23 Uttarakhand 20234 128 17 0 1628
24 West Bengal 476098 1212 2279 1202 119706
25 A & N Islands 230 3 0 5 52
26 Puducherry 605 2 0 0 83
27 Jammu & 1402 9 0 Kashmir
GRAND TOTAL 4921815 71427 154359 10898 1790844
*Not implemented
NAIS - RABI 2011-12 PROVISIONAL BUSINESS STATISTICS (As On 22.11.2012)
(Rs. In lakh) Sl. No. States / Uts. No. of Total Claims paid Claims to be No. of Farmers Premium paid Farmers insured collected benefitted
1 Andhra Pradesh 240473 1904 0
2 Assam 32547 273 145 14751
3 Bihar 11993 76 0
4 Chhattisgarh 770 1 0 0
5 Goa 0 0 0
6 Gujarat 33282 233 251 0 5810
7 Haryana 31095 267 0
8 Himachal 12308 77 0 Pradesh
9 Jharkhand 58504 120 148 9767
10 Karnataka 877479 1563 0
11 Kerala 15434 90 0
12 Madhya Pradesh 1362148 5208 5794 58 120187
13 Maharashtra 319627 2713 13576 283388
14 Manipur 114 1 8 0 114
15 Meghalaya 381 5 0 0 0
16 Mizoram 0
17 Orissa 69150 424 99 1289
18 Rajasthan* 0
19 Sikkim 105 1 0
20 Tamilnadu 400450 3350 2112 16247
21 Tripura 186 1 0
22 Uttar Pradesh 1021619 3488 0
23 Uttarakhand 16251 62 0 0 0
24 West Bengal 413129 3481 0
25 A & N Islands 0
26 Puducherry 2506 21 54 0 770
27 Jammu & 2264 10 0 Kashmir
Grand Total 4921815 23370 6107 16138 452323
*Not implemented
IMPACT OF GLOBAL WARMING ON AGRICULTURE 11th December, 2012
LSQ 2915
Shri Dharmendra Yadav Shri Jai Prakash Agarwal Shri Gajanan Dharmshi Babar Shri Modugula Venugopala Reddy Shri Pashupati Nath Singh Shri Anandrao Adsul Shri Madhu Goud Yaskhi Shri Shivaji Adhalrao Patil
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether there has been a shortfall in the production of rice, wheat, sugarcane, oilseeds etc. in the country due to global warming during each of the last three years and the current year;
(b) if so, the details thereof; State‐wise and crop‐wise;
(c) the details of funds allocated under the National Initiative on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) Scheme to address the impact of climate change on agriculture and allied sectors in the country during each of the last three years and the current year, State‐wise;
(d) the success achieved in this regard so far; and
(e) the remedial measures taken/proposed to be taken by the Government to arrest the impact of global warming?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) There is no specific study reporting such effect so far.
(b) Does not arise.
(c) The information is Annexed.
(d) Climate resilient technologies are being demonstrated in four modules across 100 vulnerable districts in selected villages representing all states of the country. Also demonstrated rainwater harvesting and recycling measures across all the drought prone KVKs (50). Several heat/drought resistant germplasm lines for various crops have been identified. 100 Automatic Weather Stations in Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) were established in most vulnerable districts for improved agro advisories. Real time pest surveillance in relation to weather in five crops across 36 locations and developing software for automatic data uploading has been undertaken. A tool kit was developed to quantify the climate change adaptation potential of watershed projects. Climate change farmers’ awareness programs are also being organized.
(e) The Government of India has implemented various schemes/programmes, namely, Macro Management of Agriculture (MMA), Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY), National Food Security Mission (NFSM), National Horticulture Mission (NHM), and National Mission on Microirrigation (NMMI) etc to make Indian Agriculture
climate resilient by embedding and mainstreaming various adaptation measures. Besides, Mission document on National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) has been approved by the Planning Commission for implementation of various interventions to address the issue of climate change.
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has initiated a Network project entitled National Initiative on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) to enhance resilience of Indian agriculture to climate change and climate vulnerability through strategic research and technology demonstration. Capacity Building and Sponsored/Competitive Grants. The Council is also providing improved agro-advisories on real time weather data for appropriate agronomic interventions and preparing District Level Contingency Plans for 572 target districts of the country as well.
ANNEXURE [Part (c) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Q.No.2915 for 11/12/2012]
STATE WISE ALLOCATION OF FUNDS UNDER NATIONAL INITIATIVE ON CLIMATE RESILIENT AGRICULTURE (NICRA) (Rs. In lakhs) S.No States 2010-2011 2011-2012 2012-13 Total
1. A & N Islands 30.35 19.58 10.5 60.43
2. Andhra Pradesh 4667.6 1664.34 2161.24 8493.18*
3. Arunachal Pradesh 91.05 66.13 29.9 187.08
4. Assam 121.4 70.07 59.51 250.98
5. Bihar 275.1 263.08 173.9 712.08
6. Chattishgarh 91.05 57.74 31.1 179.89
7. Gujarat 91.05 61.5 33.1 185.65
8. Haryana 1505.45 526 917.97 2949.42
9. Himachal Pradesh 121.4 83.2 53.86 258.46
10. Jammu & Kashmir 60.7 26.25 21.4 108.35
11. Jarkhand 151.75 126.02 67 344.77
12. Karnataka 2100.15 887.15 924.02 3911.32
13. Kerala 745.1 491.1 601 1837.2
14. Madhya Pradesh 766.2 613.32 388.68 1768.2
15. Maharashtra 1267.45 246.22 198.1 1711.77
16. Manipur 60.7 34.68 27.8 123.18
17. Meghalaya 65.7 59.02 34.2 158.92
18. Mizoram 30.35 20.35 11.7 62.4
19. Nagaland 91.05 68.49 29 188.54
20. New Delhi 3250.35 2254.46 1943.68 7448.49
21. North Eastern States 1535.75 1070 805.19 3410.94
22. Orissa 488.4 434.55 340.15 1263.1
23. Punjab 126.4 51.5 44.65 222.55
24. Rajasthan 376.4 194.5 268.6 839.5
25. Sikkim 30.35 27.03 12 69.38
26. Tamil Nadu 248.4 534.86 317.15 1100.41
27. Tripura 30.35 24.46 12.7 67.51
28. Uttar Pradesh 1157.85 877.4 704.53 2739.78
29. Uttarakhand 60.7 68.95 48.12 177.77
30. West Bengal 359.25 278.07 229.25 866.57
Total 19997.8 11200 10500.00** 41697.8
* The amount Rs. 2528.31 lakhs (Rs. 988.56 lakhs in 2010-11, Rs. 967.25 lakhs in 2011-12 and Rs. 572.50 lakhs in 2012-13) allocated under AICRPDA/AICRPAM through coordinating centers located across the country for implementing location specific NICRA technical programme. **In addition to Rs. 10500.00 lakhs Rs. 500.00 lakhs will be allocated for Sponsored/CGC Components under which proposals are invited/under process. Funds will be allotted after approval of the project during 2012-13.
AGRICULTURAL SCHEMES 11th December, 2012
LSQ 2925
Shri Rangaswamy Dhruvanarayana Shri Ganesh Singh
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Union Government has implemented various schemes for increasing the production of foodgrains in the country during the last few years and the current year;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the production target fixed therein, scheme‐wise;
(c) whether these agricultural schemes have proven unsuccessful due to flood and drought in the country;
(d) if so, the reaction of the Government thereto;
(e) whether uncertainty of rainfall in the country was not kept in mind while formulating these schemes;
(f) if so, the remedial steps taken by the Union Government in this regard; and
(g) the details of the amount of funds allocated and utilised by the Union Government under these schemes during the last three years and the current year, State‐wise?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. The Department of Agriculture and Cooperation, Ministry of Agriculture has been implementing various crop development schemes like National Food Security Mission (NFSM-Rice, Wheat and Pulses), Integrated Cereal Development Programme (ICDP) for Rice/Wheat/Coarse Cereals/Pulses under Macro Management of Agriculture (MMA) and Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) through State Governments.
List of Production targets fixed for different crops for 2011-12 and 2012-13 is annexed at Annexure-I.
(c) to (f): Resilience of crops to various calamities is attempted to be built through promotion of technologies suitable for different agro-climatic regions under agriculture schemes. Record production of foodgrains despite severe drought for flood affecting some or the other parts of the country is testimony to the success of these schemes.
Department of Agriculture and Cooperation prepared contingency crop plan suitable for different agro-climatic regions of the country and for initiating timely interventions to deal with different scenarios of the monsoon i.e. deficient rainfall, normal rainfall and excess rainfall conditions etc.
(g):The details of funds allocated and utilized under different agriculture scheme is given at Annexure-II A, II-B and II-C.
Annexure-I LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.2925 DATED 11.12.2012
Crop-wise and Season-wise Production of Foodgrain crops for 2011-12 and 2012-13
(Million Tonnes) Crop 2011-12 2012-13
Rice 102.00 104.00
Wheat 84.00 88.00
Jowar 6.80 7.00
Bajra 9.50 10.00
Maize 21.50 22.50
Ragi 2.30 2.30
Small Millets 0.40 0.70
Barley 1.50 1.50
Coarse Cereals 42.00 44.00
Total Pulses 17.00 18.24
Total Foodgrains 245.00 254.24
Annexure-II(A) Name of the Scheme :National Food Security Mission (Rs. in Crore)
Sl States 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13
. Alloc Relea Expendit Alloc Relea Expendit Alloc Relea Expendit Alloc Relea Expendit N a. se ure a. se ure a. se ure a. se ure o.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
1 Andhra 142.2 122.3 127.91 135.2 119.4 106.97 110.3 88.87 112.34 158.5 80.00 67.77 Pradesh 3 4 0 2 6 2
2 Arunacha 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 10.33 7.36 0.00 l Pradesh
3 Assam 41.30 36.11 41.07 67.33 66.58 35.08 37.75 36.58 67.94 41.86 23.98 5.18
4 Bihar 125.6 43.34 89.74 75.32 51.56 65.16 76.41 74.87 61.52 104.9 54.01 42.33 3
5 Chhattisg 92.43 20.66 33.31 63.49 19.54 26.75 63.29 55.25 45.12 77.41 34.17 18.21 arh
6 Gujarat 22.69 14.98 14.41 39.09 23.89 30.16 30.27 28.31 29.22 61.19 38.7 10.59
7 Haryana 33.95 28.65 26.76 39.28 35.75 36.20 34.95 27.07 26.89 57.72 29.25 0.00
8 Himachal 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 21.99 20.25 0.00 Pradesh
9 Jammu & 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 3.59 2.69 0.81 17.34 11.87 1.55 Kashmir
10 Jharkhan 16.95 4.68 8.17 27.20 16.49 10.21 27.10 12.2 25.83 34.1 12.24 10.67 d
11 Karnatak 64.25 47.15 58.07 90.32 72.52 76.32 80.31 73.26 61.28 123.0 75.65 56.36 a 5
12 Kerala 3.91 2.78 2.55 2.62 2.10 1.99 3.04 2.28 2.04 2.59 0.00 0.00
13 M.P. 124.9 59.33 83.83 214.7 160.7 151.27 174.0 146.8 173.62 249.5 107.1 43.26
8 6 2 3 2 6 2
14 Maharash 115.0 105.8 112.96 168.5 147.1 146.16 151.6 135.8 136.54 228.7 186.7 82.79 tra 7 7 8 2 7 5 8 8
15 Manipur 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 12.16 11.45 0.00
16 Meghalay 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 9.3 3.75 0.00 a
17 Mizoram 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 6.04 3.80 3.40
18 Nagaland 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 11.64 2.97 0.00
19 Orissa 64.99 62.41 62.81 66.56 58.53 62.57 61.01 64.76 62.44 75.97 56.32 29.12
20 Punjab 64.60 61.22 54.91 48.41 37.57 43.64 47.72 35.18 15.03 63.86 19.05 0.00
21 Sikkim 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2.08 0.00 0.00
22 Rajasthan 52.20 38.06 40.01 107.6 76.05 78.75 94.67 79.28 69.02 154.3 95.46 20.86 0 6
23 Tamil 44.61 30.07 36.76 48.44 30.08 39.44 36.58 34.54 33.09 52.06 26.44 6.57 Nadu
24 Tripura 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 3.63 3.63 2.95 21.88 10.79 8.41
25 Uttar 312.5 226.2 227.66 294.1 177.5 213.94 283.7 244.9 230.10 290.9 143.0 47.9 Pradesh 1 8 2 7 2 6 1 7
26 Uttarakha 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 21.92 16.25 2.22 nd
27 West 100.0 71.65 74.24 65.43 33.94 52.61 57.03 38.58 33.64 59.32 18.27 14.23 Bengal 4
Total 1422. 975.5 1095.17 1553. 1129. 1177.22 1377. 1184. 1189.42 1970. 1089. 471.42 34 8 75 43 13 98 84 00
Annexure-II B Statement Showing the State-wise funds allocated, released and expenditure reported by the States under Macro Management of Agriculture (MMA) during the years 2009-10 to 2012-13 (for all C S Schemes under MMA including Crop Development Programmes).
(RS.inCrores)
Sl. State 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13
No Allo. Rel. Expdr Allo. Rel. Expdr Allo. Rel. Expdr Allo. Rel. Expdr . . . . . @
1. Andhra 65.35 62.53 35.59 63.07 36.76 50.27 53.36 53.36 47.45 62.07 43.80 26.07 Pradesh
2. Arunachal 20.50 22.50 20.71 30.21 32.21 32.02 17.22 20.22 22.15 20.54 10.27 0.00
Pradesh
3. Assam 16.25 8.12 0.00 23.37 11.68 0.00 13.32 0.00 0.00 15.89 0.00 0.00
4. Bihar 39.00 38.15 42.80 38.57 33.05 34.71 32.63 32.63 24.79 38.07 3.90 0.00
5. Chhattisgar 21.70 21.70 22.59 20.82 20.82 20.69 17.61 17.61 17.30 20.38 9.15 0.00 h
6. Goa 1.00 1.00 1.01 0.46 0.46 0.46 0.38 0.38 0.38 0.40 0.00 0.00
7. Gujarat 36.45 38.30 36.51 36.58 39.19 42.29 30.94 41.88 43.39 35.34 17.67 0.00
8. Haryana 16.90 26.90 26.86 16.08 13.34 13.05 13.60 13.60 8.70 15.82 2.46 0.00
9. Himachal 20.00 20.00 19.26 20.16 22.91 23.31 17.05 17.05 16.76 19.54 8.50 0.00 Pradesh
10. Jammu & 36.60 30.91 29.89 37.16 15.83 12.39 31.44 25.02 21.66 36.04 16.80 0.00 Kashmir
11. Jharkhand 10.65 8.76 8.18 10.76 8.88 10.64 9.11 10.98 10.04 8.94 2.29 0.00
12. Karnataka 50.25 50.25 50.31 47.90 47.90 48.86 40.52 40.52 40.98 46.21 23.11 0.00
13. Kerala 12.75 12.75 12.78 11.84 11.84 12.88 10.01 10.01 9.98 11.10 5.38 0.00
14. Madhya 62.85 61.71 66.75 61.65 69.15 69.45 52.16 55.16 56.18 61.74 29.80 0.00 Pradesh
15. Maharashtra 92.75 92.75 86.39 89.10 109.1 114.9 75.38 81.01 81.45 82.38 39.56 0.00 0 0
16. Manipur 20.50 23.50 23.50 30.21 47.21 47.21 17.22 20.72 20.72 20.54 10.27 0.00
17. Meghalaya 14.25 14.25 24.76 21.09 21.09 10.54 19.50 19.50 19.50 23.25 23.25 9.39
18. Mizoram 23.25 18.02 14.25 34.20 40.09 41.29 12.02 16.18 16.18 14.33 14.33 5.50
19. Nagaland 23.25 24.75 24.75 34.20 36.71 36.71 19.50 22.00 22.00 23.25 11.62 0.00
20. Odisha 32.80 23.54 33.89 31.99 38.74 38.71 27.07 27.07 21.96 31.82 10.81 0.00
21. Punjab 17.50 18.75 17.07 16.27 8.14 15.33 13.77 6.88 0.15 15.96 7.98 0.00
22 Rajasthan 57.50 47.91 59.19 55.85 55.85 54.71 47.25 47.25 45.28 56.19 22.89 0.00
23. Sikkim 18.50 17.46 19.49 27.36 28.36 25.47 15.60 15.77 18.30 18.60 9.30 0.00
24. Tamil Nadu 34.60 29.35 29.88 32.83 46.08 45.81 27.77 37.77 36.63 31.75 14.29 0.00
25. Tripura 18.50 10.80 18.75 27.36 36.29 36.81 15.60 15.60 15.65 18.60 8.33 0.00
26. Uttar 113.1 120.6 125.1 108.7 101.2 101.3 92.03 92.03 84.50 105.8 45.39 4.17 Pradesh 0 0 3 9 9 8 5
27. Uttarakhand 23.00 22.36 24.28 23.23 23.23 21.99 19.65 19.65 18.95 22.51 8.31 0.00
28. West 44.25 50.78 39.37 42.89 38.45 19.17 36.28 18.14 44.69 40.89 18.42 0.00 Bengal
29. A & N 0.08 0.08 0.04 0.08 0.04 0.00 0.04 0.02 0.00 0.04 0.00 0.00 Islands
30. Chandigarh 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
31. D & N 0.06 0.06 0.02 0.06 0.06 0.00 0.03 0.08 0.08 0.03 0.02 0.00 Haveli
32. Daman & 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.06 0.03 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.03 0.02 0.00 Diu
33. Delhi 0.40 0.00 0.00 0.50 0.00 0.00 0.25 0.12 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
34. Lakshadwee 0.06 0.00 0.00 0.06 0.00 0.00 0.03 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 p
35. Pudducherr 0.40 0.00 0.09 0.50 0.25 0.00 0.25 0.25 0.26 0.50 0.25 0.00 y
Total 945.0 918.5 914.0 995.2 995.0 981.0 778.5 778.4 766.0 898.6 418.1 45.13 0 4 9 6 3 5 9 6 6 0 7
@ Expenditure reported till date
Annexure -II-C Statement Showing allocation, release and utilization of the State under RKVY as on 06.12.2012. (Rs. In Crore)
Annexure -II-C Statement Showing allocation, release and utilization of the State under RKVY as on 06.12.2012. (Rs. In Crore) Sl. 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 Name of the State/UT No Allocation Release Utilization Allocation* Release* Utilization Allocation* Release* Utilization Allocation* Release* Utilization 1 Andhra Pradesh 410 410 410 393.45 432.29 432.29 727.74 734.2 734.2 601.98 266.17 181.26 2 Arunachal Pradesh 16.1 15.98 15.98 39.08 28.95 28.95 8.26 10.68 10.68 40.31 17.72 0 3 Assam 79.86 79.86 79.86 256.87 216.87 216.87 227.77 227.77 227.77 399.57 233.31 0 4 Bihar 110.79 110.79 110.79 380.94 415.1 415.1 506.82 506.82 469.08 724.01 416.97 346.7 5 Chhatisgarh 131.78 136.14 136.14 461 503.44 503.42 230.57 212.61 202.71 581.12 339.03 110.79 6 Goa 11.87 0 11.31 7.07 7.07 49.55 24.78 24.78 62.43 14.11 0 7 Gujarat 386.19 386.19 386.19 353.45 388.63 388.63 515.48 515.48 515.48 616.87 564.24 245.43 8 Haryana 112.77 112.77 112.75 204.74 226.8 225.63 168.92 176.87 153.94 209.49 118.23 0 9 Himachal Pradesh 33.02 33.03 33.03 94.85 94.85 94.85 99.93 99.93 85.36 73.48 28.17 0 10 Jammu & Kashmir 42.05 42.85 42.85 162.16 96.42 96.28 103.03 63.03 30.01 112.08 60.44 0 11 Jharkhand 70.13 70.13 70.13 160.96 96.9 91.37 168.56 174.56 165.47 241.55 128.33 0 12 Karnataka 410 410 410 284.03 284.03 284.03 595.9 595.9 574.06 601.52 360.27 0 13 Kerala 110.92 110.92 110.92 192.35 149.65 149.65 173.93 182.89 175.48 282.26 156.1 21.87 14 Madhya Pradesh 247.44 247.44 247.44 589.09 559.18 559.18 398.37 398.37 328.42 448.13 272.63 33.82 15 Maharashtra 407.24 404.39 404.39 653 653 653 727.67 735.44 735.44 1050.81 661.43 338.87 16 Manipur 5.86 5.86 5.86 24.81 15.5 15.5 22.25 22.25 22.25 52.94 22.03 0 17 Meghalaya 24.68 24.68 24.68 46.12 46.12 46.12 14.66 20.44 20.44 105.34 22.68 0 18 Mizoram 4.15 0 7.49 3.75 3.75 34.61 36.63 30.36 200.91 116.84 0 19 Nagaland 20.38 20.38 20.38 13.24 13.25 13.25 37.54 37.54 37.54 85.75 51.75 0 20 Orissa 121.49 121.49 121.49 274.4 274.4 274.4 356.96 356.96 313.16 503.1 374.99 192.05 21 Punjab 43.23 43.23 43.23 179.12 179.12 179.12 138.87 145.87 65.83 156.93 36.73 0 22 Rajasthan 186.12 186.12 186.12 572.47 628.01 628.01 685.04 692.08 676.54 363.09 266.32 15 23 Sikkim 15.29 15.29 15.29 6.56 6.56 6.56 20.08 24.64 19.91 29.47 11.79 0 24 Tamil Nadu 127.9 127.9 127.9 225.71 250.03 250.03 333.06 333.06 260.17 669.68 413.79 126.73 25 Tripura 31.28 31.28 31.28 116.86 116.48 116.48 17.99 25.63 25.63 56.43 27.06 0 26 Uttar Pradesh 390.97 390.97 390.97 635.92 695.36 695.36 757.26 762.83 579.66 432.26 122.01 0 27 Uttarakhand 71.36 71.46 71.46 2.61 1.31 1.31 131.77 128.84 33.01 44.36 3.79 0 28 West Bengal 147.38 147.38 147.38 476.15 335.98 335.98 476.65 486.65 486.65 464.81 235.49 0 Total States 3770.25 3756.53 3756.51 6662 6719.05 6712.19 7729.24 7732.75 7004.03 9210.68 5342.42 1612.52 29 A & N Islands 12.21 1.28 30 Chandigarh 3.7 0.42 31 D& N Haveli 0.29 32 Daman & Diu 0.3 33 Delhi 2.36 0.24 Being done by MHA 34 Lakshadweep 10.12 1.09 35 Pudducherry 0.69 0 Total UTs 29.67 3.03 0 District Agri Plan 6.82 NIRD, ISEC, IEG, IIM- 1.37 60 1.03 81.63 61.34 106 3.66
CMA, & Admn Contingency Grand Total 3806.74 3760.93 3756.51 6722 6720.08 6712.19 7810.87 7794.09 7004.03 9317 5346.08 1612.52 * Include subSchemes Allocation of Rs. 35.00 crore Green Revaludation in Estern India for Assam, Rs. 39.44 crore for saffron Mission for J & K & increased allocation of Rs. 82.26 crore in respect of Andhra Pradesh is to be met from savings from overall allocation of Rs. 6755.00
PEST ATTACK ON COTTON CROPS 11th December, 2012
LSQ 2982
Dr. M. Jagannath
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether there are reports of loss of cotton crops due to pests attack in various parts of the country including Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the remedial measures taken by the Government in this regard?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) & (b): There is no report of severe incidence of any pest on cotton crop in any state. However, pest population rose from trace to moderate level (0-15%) on cotton in different states of India including Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra during the current year.
(c): Following remedial actions have been taken to avoid loss due to pest attack on cotton crop:-
1. Pest management strategies including cultural, mechanical, and biological control and, as a last resort , chemical control are being popularized under Integrated Pest Management (IPM) among the farming community.
2. Under the Human Resource Development programme of IPM Farmers Field Schools, long and short duration training programmes are being organised to empower farmers and state extension functionaries about IPM.
3. Pest and disease surveillance and monitoring programmes are undertaken to forewarn likely pest and disease build up in different crops.
4. Farmers are being motivated to adopt seed treatment as a preventive measure for pest management in different crops.
FUNDS FOR PRIVATE TUBEWELLS 11th December, 2012
LSQ 2990
Shri P. L. Punia
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Union Government has received a proposal worth Rs. 137.73 crores from Uttar Pradesh for electrification of private tubewells under the National Agriculture Development Scheme;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the time by which the amount is likely to be sanctioned and released?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) to (c): The proposal for electrification of private tubewells costing Rs. 137.73 crores was taken up by the State Government of Uttar Pradesh earlier this year. However, the same was not agreed to as it was not in accordance with the guidelines of National Agriculture Development Programme.
PESTICIDE RESIDUES IN FOOD ITEMS 18th December, 2012
LSQ *358
Smt. Ingrid Mcleod Shri Feroze Varun Gandhi
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government is aware of the reported high level of pesticide residues found in rice, wheat, vegetables and fruits; (b) if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor; and (c) the remedial steps taken/being taken by the Government in this regard?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (c): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (c) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 358 DUE FOR REPLY ON 18TH DECEMBER, 2012.
(a) & (b): Government of India is implementing a Central Sector Scheme “Monitoring of Pesticide Residues at National Level” under which samples of various food commodities including rice, wheat, vegetables and fruits are analyzed for the presence of pesticide residue. During the period April, 2010 to March, 2012, a total of 1577 samples of rice were analyzed, out of which 16 samples were found to contain pesticide residue above the Maximum Residue Limit (MRL). During the same period, 29 out of 1343 samples of wheat, 328 out of 11,611 samples of vegetables, and 32 out of 4232 samples of fruits were found to contain pesticide residue above Maximum Residue Limit.
(c): The pesticide residue data generated under the scheme are shared with State Governments to initiate corrective action. Government of India is also promoting Integrated Pest Management (IPM) through Farmers Field Schools for safe, judicious and need based use of approved pesticides and other pest management practices.
NATIONAL WATERSHED DEVELOPMENT PROJECT 18th December, 2012
LSQ *360
Shri Ganeshrao Nagorao Dudhgaonkar Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the details of the various schemes and agencies engaged in the implementation of the National Watershed Development Project for Rainfed Areas (NWDPRA) in the country; (b) the amount of funds allocated to various States for the purpose during each of the last three years and the current year, State‐wise; (c) the details of the achievements made by the Government under the NWDPRA; and (d) the steps taken by the Government to ensure proper coordination amongst various agencies/bodies engaged in the implementation of the said scheme/project?
MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI SHARAD PAWAR)
(a) to (d): A statement is laid on the Table of the House.
STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (d) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 360 DUE FOR REPLY ON 18TH DECEMBER, 2012.
(a) to (d): National Watershed Development Project for Rainfed Areas (NWDPRA) is implemented through the State Governments under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Macro Management of Agriculture (MMA). Funds for NWDPRA are utilized by State Governments from within their overall allocation under MMA. A statement indicating State-wise expenditure under NWDPRA during each of the last three years (2009-2010 to 2011-12) and target for current year (2012-13) is annexed.
NWDPRA propagates integrated watershed management for developing sustainable farming systems. Since inception (1990-91), an area of about 10.8 million ha has been developed spread over 15,620 micro watersheds in the country. NWDPRA has contributed towards higher productivity of crops, prevention of soil loss, groundwater recharge in wells, water bodies and aquifers, enhanced cropping intensity, crop diversification etc.
National Rainfed Area Authority (NRAA) has formulated Common Guidelines for Watershed Development Projects to synergize functional partnerships and promote co-ordination among stakeholders and implementing agencies in watershed project areas.
Annexure to Lok Sabha Starred Question No. 360 Expenditure under NWDPRA during the last three years (2009-10 to 2011-12) and Target for current year (2012-13)
(Rs in lakhs) Sl. State/UT 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 *
1 Andhra Pradesh 74.42 246.75 459.57 375.00
2 Arunachal Pradesh 1408.65 1061.80 310.30 0.00
3 Assam 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
4 Bihar 220.85 334.96 537.99 0.00
5 Jharkhand 823.20 1114.30 869.45 953.55
6 Goa 154.37 82.60 274.00 0.00
7 Gujarat 1475.73 982.16 794.35 1064.00
8 Haryana 222.85 267.39 170.95 522.32
9 Himachal Pradesh 399.99 589.98 338.70 400.00
10 J&K 250.52 298.94 474.63 687.46
11 Karnataka 1250.55 1250.00 1125.98 1000.00
12 Kerala 200.24 640.36 936.36 400.00
13 Madhya Pradesh 2424.83 1729.00 1831.90 1700.00
14 Chattisgarh 765.60 729.43 1286.45 720.80
15 Maharashtra 1439.62 2679.10 1852.00 1910.16
16 Manipur 409.00 1096.00 716.75 572.00
17 Mizoram 1321.37 2500.00 600.00 600.00
18 Meghalaya 1036.00 1054.50 975.00 700.00
19 Nagaland 950.00 1460.00 1030.00 520.00
20 Orissa 2010.15 1347.20 873.79 1058.80
21 Punjab 40.53 496.25 0.00 533.32
22 Rajasthan 1557.62 1175.30 994.99 1400.00
23 Sikkim 565.00 553.97 86.27 0
24 Tamil Nadu 893.07 569.24 664.03 711.87
25 Tripura 529.00 1245.10 718.03 400.00
26 Uttar Pradesh 4960.72 4832.60 3040.49 0.00
27 Uttrakhand 1410.01 1252.20 1171.98 1400.00
28 West Bengal 1544.32 185.82 14.32 0.00
TOTAL 28338.21 29775.00 22148.28 17629.28
*Tentative target
REGISTRATION FOR IMPORT OF PESTICIDES 18th December , 2012
LSQ 3911
Shri Kaushalendra Kumar Shri Gowdar Mallikarjunappa Siddeshwara Shri Ramkishun
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Registration Committee gives registration for import of pesticides formulations without registration of its technical grade pesticides; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the multinational companies are importing the formulations without registering its technical grade pesticides which is contrary to the provisions of the Insecticide Act and the rules framed thereunder; and (d) if so, the reaction of the Government thereto and the action taken against the guilty companies?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. As a formulation (preparation) containing one or more insecticide falls under the definition of ‘insecticide’ as per Section 3 (e) (iii) of the Insecticides Act, 1968, the Registration Committee, constituted under section 5 of the said Act, has framed guidelines for import of formulations without registering their respective technical grade insecticide. Similarly, guidelines have also been framed for indigenous manufacture of formulations without registering their respective technical grade insecticide. Any person can import or manufacture formulations without registering their respective technical grade insecticide after obtaining registration under Section 9 of the said Act.
(c) & (d): Import of formulations without registering their respective technical grade pesticides does not constitute a violation of provisions of the Insecticides Act, 1968, the Insecticides Rules, 1971 or the guidelines framed by the Registration Committee.
CHEMICAL FREE FERTILISERS 18th December, 2012
LSQ 3912
Sardar Partap Singh Bajwa
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government is considering to develop and distribute chemical free fertilisers throughout the country due to the potential harm caused by chemical fertilisers; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) the projected expenditure for R&D purposes to develop chemical free fertilisers; (d) whether the Government has considered implementing different models of fertiliser usage throughout the country; and (e) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) to (e): Madam, there is no scientific evidence of declining soil or crop productivity from judicious use of chemical fertilizers, Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR) has developed technology for preparation of enriched/vermi-compost from various organic wastes. Beside this, improved and efficient strains of bio-fertilizers specific to different crops and soil types are being developed by ICAR under Network Project on Bio-fertilizers. The expenditure incurred by ICAR under this project during past two years (2010-11 & 2011-12) is Rs. 445 lakhs. Mulching of soil is also a good process to conserve moisture and prevention of soil nutrients to run off. Government is also promoting soil test-based, balanced and judicious use of chemical fertilizers, bio- fertilizers, and locally available organic manures such as farmyard manure, vermi- compost, and green manure to maintain soil health and productivity. Under National Project on Organic Farming (NPOF) Scheme, financial assistance is being provided as credit linked back ended subsidy through NABARD for setting up of Fruit & Vegetable, Market waste/Agriculture waste compost unit @ 33% of total financial outlay or Rs.60.00 lakh whichever is less for 100 ton per day capacity and financial assistance up to 25% of total financial outlay or Rs. 40 lakh whichever is less for establishment of state of the art sterile liquid / carrier based 200 TPA bio-fertilizers and microbial bio-pesticides production units as credit linked back ended subsidy through NABARD. Under National Horticulture Mission (NHM), financial assistance is provided for setting up of vermi- compost units @ 50% of the cost subject to a maximum of Rs. 30,000/- per beneficiary and under National Project on Management of Soil Health & Fertility (NPMSF), financial assistance is provided @ Rs. 500/- per hectare maximum for use of organic manure.
SPREAD OF ANIMAL AND BIRD DISEASES 18th December, 2012
LSQ 3953
Shri Manohar Tirkey
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether there are any reports indicating the spread of animal/bird diseases in various parts of the country during the last three years; (b) if so, the details thereof: (c) the funds allocated to the States during the last three years in this regard; (d) whether the funds were fully utilized; and
(e) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)
(a) and (b). This Department has not received any reports of spreading of animal and bird diseases in any part of the country during the last three years. However, the sporadic / localized outbreaks of animal and bird diseases have been reported, as given in Annexure-I. In poultry, a few sporadic / localized outbreaks of Avian Influenza/ Bird Flu were reported in the country. However timely control and containment measures were carried out by the respective States as per the Action Plan on Avian Infkienza and the outbreaks were controlled and contained at source. The list of Bird Flu outbreaks reported in poultry in the country is given in Annexure-II.
(c), (d) and (e). The details of the funds released for various disease control programmes along with the funds utilized / expenditure are given in Annexure-III.
NATIONAL HORTICULTURE MISSION 18th December, 2012
LSQ 3956
Smt. Kamla Devi Patle
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) the number of districts covered under the National Horticulture Mission (NHM) in the country including Chhattisgarh; (b) whether some of the States including Chhattisgarh have submitted proposals/requests for inclusion of some more districts under the said Mission; (c) if so, the details thereof, State‐wise; and (d) the action taken by the Government thereon?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a): Under NHM three hundred and eighty districts are covered in 18 States and 3 UTs. This includes 19 districts of Chhattisgarh.
(b) to (d): Government of Chhattisgarh had requested for inclusion of 8 new districts on account of bifurcation of districts which were under NHM. Accordingly, these 8 districts of Chhattisgarh have been included under the scheme.
SPRAYING OF PESTICIDES 18th December, 2012
LSQ 3969
Shri Jyotiraditya Madhavrao Scindia
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government is aware that a number of farmers died due to spraying of pesticides during the last three years; (b) if so, whether the Government has made any provisions for licence in order to spray pesticides; (c) if so, the steps being taken by the Government to prevent the spray of pesticides without licence; (d) whether the Indian Council of Agricultural Research is conducting any research in this regard; and (e) if so, the outcome thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a): No, Madam. There is no report to suggest that a number of farmers died due to spraying of pesticides during the last three years.
(b) & (c): For farmers, there is no provision of obtaining licence for spraying of pesticides on their own farmland. However, there is a provision of licence for commercial pest control operators for use of pesticides under Section 13 of the Insecticides Act, 1968. As per Insecticides Rules 1971, Commercial Pest Control Operation means any application or dispersion of Insecticide(s) including fumigants in household or public or private premises or land and includes pest control operations in the field including aerial applications for commercial purposes but excludes private use.
(d) & (e): Indian Council of Agricultural Research took up research to develop suitable pesticide application technology in order to standardise the available pesticide applicators and their specifications for various crop canopy volumes and sizes. The motorized knapsack sprayer run with petrol engine gave the best spread and coverage of fine droplets that enabled better bio-efficacy of the desired pesticides to control various types of pests that affected the crop by sap sucking/tissue boring/tissue chewing or due to infection of diseases/nematodes etc., hand operated knapsack sprayers with twin nozzles were found to be the next best to achieve less advantages of reduced time and cost to cover the large crop area with high efficiency in terms of pest suppression than the conventional knapsack hand- operated sprayers.
With the increase in fuel price, conventional power sprayers have been replaced by kerosene operated imported sprayers. However, for tall tree horticulture crops, rocker/foot pump sprayer is still used by farmers. Tractor operated sprayers are much better in performance amongst available ones for row-crops.
USE OF BANNED PESTICIDES 18th December, 2012
LSQ 3973
Shri Hukmdev Narayan Yadav
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the usage of teratogenic pesticides is banned in the country; (b) if so, the reasons for importing it along with the names of its manufacturers; (c) whether animals, humans and environment are being severely affected by the usage of such pesticides in the country including Rajasthan; (d) if so, the details thereof; (e) whether the attention of the Government has been drawn towards a programme called `Satyameva Jayate` being telecast on a TV channel in which the said pesticides have been termed as hazardous and are being used in Rajasthan due to which fear has gripped the farmers; and (f) if so, the remedial action taken by the Government thereon?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) to (d): The Registration Committee (RC) does not approve registration of an insecticide if it is teratogenic. Elaborate scientific and technical data on various toxicological tests including teratogenicity are considered by the RC to evaluate safety before approving registration of an insecticide for use in the country.
If pesticides are used in prescribed dosages and methodology mentioned on label and leaflets they do not pose any risk or hazard to human beings (including developmental toxicity risk), animal & matter related therewith. Government of India enacted a comprehensive legislation know as Insecticides, Act, 1968 and The Insecticides Rules, 1971 framed there under with the objective to regulate the import, manufacture, sale, stock, distribution transportation & use of insecticides with a view to prevent risk to human being, animal & matters related therewith. The Registration Committee (RC) constituted u/s 5 of the Insecticides Act, registers insecticides after scrutinizing their formulae and verifying claims made by the importer or the manufacturer regarding the efficacy & safety of these products to human beings & animals.
(e) & (f): In ‘Satyameva Jayate’ programme the information provided by a private practitioner was not adequately substantiated on scientific basis by him.
State and UT Governments are advised to ensure that the Insecticides are used as per the label claim.
FERTILISERS FROM WASTES 18th December, 2012
LSQ 3996
Shri Gorakh Prasad Jaiswal Smt. Rama Devi
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether it is a fact that natural fertilisers can be produced by using agricultural, kitchen wastes and cattle excreta as is being done in other countries; (b) if so, the details thereof; and (c) the steps taken by the Government in this direction along with the success achieved and the production of natural fertilisers during the last three years?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has developed technology for preparation of compost including enriched/vermi-compost from various organic wastes namely crop residues, livestock and poultry excreta etc. Use of organic manures not only helps in reducing use of chemical fertilizers but also improves soil fertility and physical and biological health.
(c): Under National Project on Organic Farming (NPOF) Scheme, financial assistance is provided as credit linked back ended subsidy through NABARD for setting up of Fruit & Vegetable, Market waste/Agriculture waste compost unit @ 33% of total financial outlay or Rs. 60.00 lakh whichever is less for 100 ton per day capacity and financial assistance up to 25% of total financial outlay of Rs.40 lakh whichever is less for establishment of state of the art sterile liquid / carrier based 200 TPA bio-fertilizers and microbial bio-pesticides production units as credit linked back ended subsidy through NABARD. Under National Horticulture Mission (NHM), financial assistance is provided for setting up of vermi-compost units @ 50% of the cost subject to a maximum of Rs 30,000/- per beneficiary and under National Project on Management of Soil Health & Fertility (NPMSF), financial assistance is provided @ Rs. 500/- per hectare maximum for use of organic manure. The success achieved and production of natural fertilizers during the last three years are at Annexure - I & II.
Annexure-I
LOK SABHA ANNEXURE UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.3996 DATED 18.12.2012 State-wise details of assistance under National Horticulture Mission (NHM)
(Rs. in lakh) Sr. Name of the State Vermi compost units
No 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
1. Andhra Pradesh 170.00 374.25 402.96
2 Bihar 169.83 280.10 40.24
3 Chhattisgarh 726.75 1143.32 1738.31
4 Delhi 0.00 0.00 0
5 Goa 5.10 2.33 1.76
6 Gujarat 0.00 0.00 30.11
7 Haryana 274.64 124.19 40.66
8 Jharkhand 25.50 11.55 227.50
9 Karnataka 752.25 459.62 319.59
10 Kerala 0.00 94.25 138.91
11 Madhya Pradesh 63.75 58.50 12.70
12 Maharashtra 1.28 60.25 0.00
13 Orissa 89.25 60.00 75.00
14 Punjab 51.00 67.50 20.40
15 Rajasthan 12.75 60.97 80.02
16 Tamil Nadu 23.71 30.38 18.95
17 Uttar Pradesh 152.24 79.22 119.60
18 West Bengal 0.00 165.75 215.25
Total 2518.05 3072.18 3481.96
Source: NHM Annexure-II
State-wise details of different organic manures produced (Iakh MT) in different States during the last three years
(As per details provided by the States)
Sr. Name of the State Total organic manure Produced * (Lakh MT)
No. 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12
1. Andhra Pradesh 93.55 118.45 106.00
2 Arunachal Pradesh 0.12 0.12 0.01
3 Assam 33.91 5.85 2.85
4 Bihar 5.50 66.25 66.25
5 Chhattisqarh 128.73 144.48 129.15
6 Goa 1.354 3.90 4.30
7 Gujarat 21 40.00 363.50
8 Haryana 10.05 18.40 18.40
9 Himachal Pradesh 40.55 40.55 40.55
10 Jammu & Kashmir 459.95 22.20 22.20
11 Jharkhand 23.00 23.00 234.45
12 Karnataka 2001.27 1442.09 1108.62
13 Kerala 131.87 131.87 84.99
14 Madhya Pradesh 97.50 136.00 136.00
15 Maharashtra 91.32 95.47 0.82
16 Manipur 0.50 0.50 0.50
17 Mizoram 0.21 0.21 0.08
18 Meghalaya N.A. 0.95 10.57
19 Nagaland 0.09 0.16 0.16
20 Orissa 85.45 131.82 11.49
21 Punjab 92.19 379.62 341.29
22. Rajasthan 5.07 294.52 294.52
23 Sikkim 22.50 27.60 0.0058
24 Tamil Nadu 9.06 56.39 8.37
25 Tripura N.A. N.A. N.A.
26 Uttar Pradesh 38.76 327.78 327.78
27 Uttarakhand 0.38 0.38 10.64
28 West Bengal 92.19 162.84 162.84
Total 3486.07 3671.40 3486.33
* Total organic manures include Rural Compost, urban compost, Farm Yard Manure (FYM), Vermicompost , Green manuring and other manures NA-means information not made available by the State Source: NCOF, Ghaziabad.
PREVALENCE OF DROUGHT 18th December, 2012
LSQ 4004
Shri Rajagopal Lagadapati
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Indian Council of Agricultural Research has submitted any report indicating the Prevalence of chronic drought in the coastal area of Andhra Pradesh including Telangana and Rayalseema areas; (b) if so, the details thereof along with the reasons indicated in the findings of ICAR; and (c) the remedial steps taken by the Government in this regard?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) No, Madam. Indian Council of Agricultural Research has not submitted any such report.
(b) Does not arise.
(c) Indian Council of Agricultural Research under the National Initiative on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) is developing climate resilient technologies to mitigate drought
RAINFED AGRICULTURE 18th December, 2012
LSQ 4048
Shri Narahari Mahato Shri Bhoopendra Singh Shri Manohar Tirkey
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Planning Commission had expressed concern during its mid‐ term appraisal of the Eleventh Five Year Plan for not giving attention towards rainfed agriculture in the country; (b) if so, the details thereof and the reaction of the Government thereto;
(c) whether any action plan has been formulated for farming in desert areas in the country including the deserts of Gujarat and Rajasthan; (d) if so, the details thereof; and (e) the steps taken/being taken by the Government to increase production and productivity in rainfed areas to meet the demand of food security in future in the country?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) to (e): Planning Commission in its mid-term appraisal of the Eleventh Five Year Plan has expressed concern on low expenditure level and large number of incomplete watershed projects. Planning Commission has emphasized on the need to enhance productivity of rainfed areas by effectively implementing watershed development programmes.
National Rainfed Area Authority (NRAA) in consultation with Planning Commission has issued a new set of common guidelines for watershed development projects to synergize functional partnerships and promote coordination among stake holders and implementing agencies in watershed project areas. Desert Development Programme (DDP), Drought Prone Area Programme (DPAP) and Integrated Wasteland Development Programme (IWDP) of Department of Land Resources have been integrated into a single modified programme called Integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP) w.e.f. 26.02.2009. About 5087 IWMP projects were sanctioned during XI plan for development of 24.2 million hectare. In the States of Gujarat and Rajasthan,430 projects (about 2.1 mha) and 604 projects (about 3.5 mha) respectively were sanctioned in the XI Plan under IWMP. Rainfed Area Development Programme (RADP) was also introduced by Ministry of Agriculture as a sub scheme under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) during 2010-11 with an outlay of Rs. 250 crore.
National Agricultural Research System (NARS), through Central Soil and Water Conservation Research and Training Institute (CSWCR&TI), Dehradun; Central Research Institute for Dry Land Agriculture (CRIDA), Hyderabad and Central Arid Zone Research Institute (CAZRI), Jodhpur provide technical support including research to enhance productivity of rainfed areas.
FARMING OF MEDICINAL PLANTS 18th December, 2012
LSQ 4084
Shri Devji Mansingram Patel
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government has any scheme to promote the farming of medicinal plants under the National Mission on Medicinal Plants in various States including Rajasthan; and (b) if so, the details thereof, State‐wise?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) & (b): National Medicinal Plants Board, Department of Ayush, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare is implementing Centrally Sponsored Scheme “National Mission on Medicinal Plants” in the country including Rajasthan, since 2008-09. The scheme is aimed at supporting market driven cultivation of medicinal plants on private lands in mission mode approach having forward and backward linkages for establishment of nurseries, supply of quality planting material, creation of post-harvest management & marketing infrastructure, certification, etc. A statement showing state wise funds released during the last three years & current year is Annexed.
Annexure Annexure in reply to Lok Sabha Unstarred Q. No. 4084 for 18.11.12 Centrally Sponsored Scheme of National Mission on Medicinal Plants State wise funds released during the last three years & current year
(Rs. In lakhs) SI.No. State 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13*
1 Andhra Pradesh 900.00 700.00 512.52 834.32
2 Arunachal Pradesh 281.56 58.85 285.14 0.00
3 Assam 0.00 332.80 114.52 162.81
4 Bihar 150.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
5 Chhattisgarh 350.00 0.00 186.96 0.00
6 Gujarat 161.35 0.00 47.35 0.00
7 Haryana 175.70 0.00 85.46 0.00
8 Himachal Pradesh 0.00 106.11 84.30 0.00
9 Jammu & Kashmir 294.40 0.00 0.00 0.00
10 Jharkhand 563.33 165.18 257.61 0.00
11 Karnataka 100.00 372.22 0.00 0.00
12 Kerala 131.25 96.14 223.17 0.00
13 Madhya Pradesh 0.00 737.58 302.93 247.48
14 Maharashtra 0.00 243.49 327.08 0.00
15 Manipur 126.24 0.00 138.54 43.205
16 Meghalaya 306.60 68.50 91.62 0.00
17 Mizoram 188.16 124.05 160.12 8.91
18 Nagaland 265.70 181.63 181.12 0.00
19 Orissa 236.10 166.69 475.58 84.73
20 Punjab 0.00 96.00 0.00 0.00
21 Rajasthan 169.80 100.00 0.00 0.00
22 Sikkim 366.10 4.17 91.10 123.67
23 Tamil Nadu 300.00 834.70 961.39 579.5
24 Tripura 0.00 0.00 84.00 0.00
25 Uttar Pradesh 760.00 0.00 0.00 834.54
26 Uttarakhand 414.11 280.98 262.73 0.00
27 West Bengal 684.60 107.54 0.00 0.00
Total 6925.00 4776.63 4873.24 2919.165
* till 23.11.2012
RESEARCH ON SEEDS 18th December 2012
LSQ 4120
Dr. (Smt.) Jhansi Lakshmi Botcha
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE be pleased to state:-
(a) whether the Government/Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has taken any steps/research work for improving seed varieties of various crops including pulses, cereals and oilseeds to achieve self-sufficiency in the production of such commodities;
(b) if so, the details thereof along with the allocation made for the purpose during each of the last three years and the current year, State-wise;
(c) whether the Government/ICAR is also taking steps for the integrated development of agricultural technology of high yielding seeds and soil conservation; and
(d) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI TARIQ ANWAR)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. A total of 211 varieties comprising oilseeds (56), pulses (59) and cereals (96) have been notified during the last three years based on the research work conducted in Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Institutes and All India Coordinated Research Projects of ICAR located in State Agricultural University (Annexure-I). Funds are allocated for research towards development of improved seed varieties/hybrids besides addressing issues in biotic and abiotic stresses management, improving nutrient and water use efficiency, production technologies, etc. The allocation of Plan funds for research in the Crop Science Division of ICAR during last three years and the current year are Rs.304.00 crores, Rs.366.00 crores, Rs.392.77 crores and Rs.460.00 crores respectively.
(c) & (d): Yes, Madam. Development and evaluation of location specific technologies and varieties are undertaken in order to standardize the relevant package of practices in respect of the high yielding, pest- tolerant and disease-resistant varieties of pulses, oilseeds and cereals. Location-specific measures of soil and water conservation have been developed to prevent soil erosion in agricultural farms. ICAR has developed several location-specific, cost effective, improved technologies like varieties/hybrids, crop diversification, resource conservation technologies (zero tillage, bed planting, laser leveling, system of rice intensification), soil reclamation/amelioration measures, integrated soil-water-nutrient management, water harvesting and conservation, participatory watershed models, micro-irrigation, integrated farming system, integrated pests/diseases management measures, etc., which have boosted the agricultural production in the country.
Annexure-I
[Part (a) & (b) of Lok Sabha Unstarred Q.No.4120 for 18-12-2012]
Varieties/hybrids of oilseeds, pulses and major cereals released during 2010-2012 (three years)
OILSEEDS Crop Variety Groundnut (15) Gujarat Junagarh Groundnut 31 (GJG-31) (J-71), Gujarat Junagarh Groundnut 9 (GJG-9) (J-69), CO 6, ICGV 00350, HNG 123, Raj Mungfali 1 (RG-510), Divya (CSMG-2003- 19), Girnar - 3 (PBS 12160), Kadiri Harithandhra (K 1319), GPBD 5, GJG-HPS-1 (JSP- HPS-44), RARS-T-1 Groundnut, RARS-T-2 Groundnut, Pratap Raj Mungphali, RG 425
Soybean (3) SL 744, MAUS 158, RKS-24 Rapeseed- Pusa Mustard 28, Pant Rai-19 (PR-2006-1), CORAL-437 (PAC-437), RLC-2, Shalimar Mustard (15) sarson-1, Pusa Mustard 28 (NPJ-124), DRMR 601 (NRCDR 601), Pusa Mustard 26 (NPJ- 113), Pusa Mustard 27 (EJ-17), CORAL 432 (PAC 432) (Hybrid), RH 0119, Pitambari (RYSK-05-02), Chhattisgarh Sarson, Vallabh Taramira-1 (PUT 93-11), Vallabh Taramira-2 (PUT 93-1) Castor (5) JI-273 (GC3), DSP 222, DCS-107, K-8501(Chandra Prabha), YRCH-1 Sunflower (4) RSFH-130 (Bhadra), RSFV-901(Kanthi), CO 2 (Hybrid), PSH 569 Safflower (1) SSF-708 Sesame (5) Gujarat Til-4 (GTil-4) (AT-159), DSS-9, JLT-408 (JLS-9848-2), Rajasthan Till 351 (RT 351), TMV(Sv)7 Linseed (6) Mau Azad Alsi-2 (LMS-149-4), Jawahar Linseed-41(PKDL-41), JLS-67 (Shival), Ruchi (LCK 5021), JLS-73 (SLS-73), Bhagsu Niger (2) UTKAL NIGER-150 (ONS-150), Phule Karala (IGPN 2004-1)
PULSES Crop Variety Chickpea (13) HK-4 (HK 05-169), Raj Vijay Kabuli Gram 101 (JSC 42), Raj Vijay Gram 201 (JSC 40), Raj Vijay Gram 202, Raj Vijay Gram 203, PKV Harita (AKG 9303 -12), Ujjawal (IPCK2004-29), Gujarat Junagadh Gram-3(GJG 0207), Kripa, GPF 2, RSG-974 (ABHILASHA), PKV KABULI-4, MNK-1 Pigeon pea (4) Anand Grain Tur-2 (AGT-2), BDN 211 (BDN 2004-3), TS-3R, Rajeevlochan Black Gram Vishwas (NUL-7), UH-1 (UH 04-06), VBN 6, Co6 COBG 653, VBN (Bg) 7 (VBG04- (10) 008), Mash 479 (KUG 479), Mash 391(LU 391), Mash 114, UPU 00-31(Himachal Mash 1) Green gram (7) KM 2195 (Swati), MH-421, BM 2003-2, IPM 02-14, PKV AKM-4 (AKM-9904), VBN(Gg) 3, PKV GREEN GOLD Field pea (7) Gomati (TRCP – 8), HFP 529, IPF 4-9, VL Matar 47 (VL 47), Aman (IPF 5-19), GOMATI (TRCP-8), Dantiwada Field pea 1 (SKNP 04-09) Lentil (6) LL 931, VL Masoor 514 (VL 514), LL931, VL Masoor 133 (VL 133), Pant Lentil-8 (Pant L-063), Pant Lentil-7 (Pant L-024) French Bean (1) Gujarat Rajmash-1 (DPR 88-1-2) Horse Gram (3) Gujarat Dantiwada Horsegram-1 (GHG-5), Indira Kulthi-1 (IKGH-05-01), CRIDALATHA (CRHG-4) Cluster Bean (4) HG 884, HG 2-20, HG 870, GUAR KUNJAL (RGC-1033) Cowpea (3) Hisar Cowpea-46 (HC 98-46), C 519 (Himachal Lobiya 11), Hidrudaya Indian Bean (1) Gujarat Wal-2 CEREALS Crop Varieties Rice (47) Chinsurah Rice, IGKVR-1, IGKVR-2, CR Dhan 401, CR Dhan 601, CR Dhan 501, RC Maniphou 11, SJR-5, Indam 200-017, CR Dhan 500, Punjab Basmati-2, Mugad Siri- 1253,VTL-8, MO 21(Pratheeksha), ANNA(R) 4, CO(R) 49, GAR – 13, NAUR-1, Ratnagiri- 4, Karjat – 184, Ratnagiri-24, VAMSADHARA , Akshaya, JGL 11470, JGL 3855, Bhavapuri Sannalu, Sugandha Samba, Luna Sampad, Reeta, Mandakini, Nua Chinikamini, Phalguni, Luna Suvarna, Mrunalini, Tejaswini, NDR 2065, Chandrama, IGRKVR-1244, Indira Barani Dhan-1, TRY 3, ADT 49, ADT 50, CO 4, Gujarat Anand Rice-2, NK 5251, JGL 3844, JGL 3828 Wheat (25) MPO(JW) 1215, MACS 6222, PDW 314, DBW39, VL Gehun 907, HS 507, HI 1563, WHD 943, NIAW 1415, DPW 621-50, WH 1080, MP 3288, KRL-213, HD 2967, KRL-210, HD 3043, AKAW-4627, PBW 644, UAS 428, Raj 4079, CCNNRV01 (Raj Molya Rodhak-1), MP(JW)1201, Raj Vijay Wheat 4106, CO W2, WSM 1472
Maize (17) HSC1, HQPM-4, MCH 36, DHM 119, PMH 4, PMH 5, DKC 9081, IG 8011, IG 8237, Vivek Maize Hybrid 43, Vivek Maize Hybrid 39, P3501, SMH-3904, KMH-22168, CO 6, KMH 25K60, KMH 3712
Barley (7) BH-902, DWRB 73, Pusa Losar (BH- 380), UPB 1008, DWRUB 64, HBL 391(Gokul), BH 885