Inspiring Stories from Innovative Farmers National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE) (An organization of Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Govt. of India) Rajendranagar, Hyderabad- 500030, Telangana State, India www.manage.gov.in Inspiring Stories from Innovative Farmers 1 Published by National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE) (An organization of Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers welfare, Govt. of India) Rajendranagar, Hyderabad- 500030, Telangana State, India © MANAGE, 2018 Compiled and Edited by Dr. Muttanna Senior Research Fellow (SRF) Centre for Agricultural Extension Policy, Public Private Partnership in Extension and International Centre of Excellence in Agricultural Extension National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE) Rajendranagar, Hyderabad- 500030, Telangana State, India E-mail:
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[email protected] Printed at: Vamsi Art Printers Pvt. Ltd. 2 Inspiring Stories from Innovative Farmers Message India has made tremendous advancement in food production moving from a food deficit to a food surplus country, as a result of scientific research, innovations, technological advancements and developed extension services. Studies indicate that of late, many farmers are quitting agriculture due to various reasons and moving to cities in search of better livelihood. Often this is attributed to distress but there are many farmers who have been highly successful and flourishing despite the challenges and constraints. Through innovations and efforts, these farmers have not only transformed their own lives but that of others too.