NMSA- sub mission on Agroforestry (SMAF)

Agroforestry is known to have the potential to mitigate the climate change effects through microclimate moderation, conservation of natural resources and creation of additional source of livelihood and income opportunities. In order to make agriculture less vulnerable to climatic aberrations, Government of India formulated the National Agroforestry Policy in 2014. The policy recommends for setting up of a Mission or Board to address development of agroforestry sector in an organised manner. The Sub-Mission on Agroforestry (SMAF) under NMSA is an initiative to this end. The aim of the submission is to expand the tree coverage on farmland in complementary with agricultural crops.

To encourage and expand tree plantation in complementary and integrated manner with crops and livestock to improve productivity, employment opportunities, income generation and livelihoods of rural households, especially the small farmers.

To ensure availability of quality planting material like seeds, seedlings, clones, hybrids, improved varieties, etc.

To popularise various Agroforestry practices/models suitable to different agro ecological regions and land use conditions.

To create database, information and knowledge support in the area of agroforestry.

To provide extension and capacity building support to agroforestry sector.

Knowledge-smart technology supported by the scheme: promotion of Agroforestry

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