It is about a convergence model for the implementation of Agroforestry in the silk sector under the Sub-Mission on Agroforestry (SMAF) Scheme.
Objective: Augmentation of sericulturehost plants (Mulberry, Asan, Arjuna, Som, Soalu, Kesseru, BadaKesseru, Phanat) to be cultivated both as block plantations and border plantations on farmlands.
Important value additions
The Central Silk Board (CSB)
It is a Statutory Body.
Established: 1948
Ministry: Ministry of Textiles
Headquarter: Bengaluru
Sub-Mission on Agroforestry (SMAF) Scheme
Implemented by: The Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare (DAC & FW) since 2016-17
This scheme isa part of the recommendation of the National Agroforestry Policy 2014.
India is the first country to have such a comprehensive policy
It was launched at the World Agroforestry Congress held in Delhi in February 2014.
At present, the scheme is being implemented in 20 States and 2 UTs.
Aim: To encourage farmers to plant multi-purpose trees together with the agriculture crops for climate resilience and an additional source of income to the farmers.
