Krishi Vigyan Kendra Papumpare

Agriculture occupies a prominent place in the economy of Arunachal Pradesh and is a major source of occupation for the people since time immemorial. The state possess substantial numbers (79.66%) of rural population with 58.44 percent of the total force are cultivators (Census, 2001). The diverse topography and unique agro-climatic condition of the region has made it very conducive for growing varied type of agriculture and horticultural crops.

Papum-Pare is one of the major districts in Arunachal Pradesh situated at an altitude of 459-1250 msl covering a geographical area of 2875 sq. km view forest type map.The district has plentiful of natural resources but the mechanism of harnessing and logical utilization of resources for rural upliftment is not well defined. There is a need to formulate an area specific differentiated strategy taking into account the agronomic, climatic, socio economic practices as well as the resource worthiness of farmer. Special emphasis need to be given on introduction of the newly developed HYV seeds, improved planting material, adoption of new technology and mechanized farming (after OFT).

The Agriculture Practice though of traditional type, is the important means of sustaining livelihood of the tribal communities of the district. Shifting cultivation in the hill slope and wet field cultivation in the foot hills are the two main agricultural practices prevalent in the area. Paddy is found to be dominant crop both under wet and dry land cultivation. Other commonly grown crops are Maize, Millets, Pulses, Oilseed, Sugarcane and Tuber crops in the district. Wheat is also grown in few pockets.

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