2014 international year of family farming
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2014-International Year Of
Family Farming
Investing in family farming is
investing in a sustainable
food secure future
-Family-owned agricultural activities.
-Whole family engages in this business
-Labour provided by family members
-Important for growth of economy in rural
areas
Important for meeting the food
production demands particularly in
developing countries where large
scale commercial farms are not
established on a large scale.
MAINTAINENCE
OF
FOOD
SECURITY
Cultivation of
traditional crops
Farmers usually grow
traditional crops that supports the
variety of crops grown all over the world.
SUSTAINABILITY
Since the farmers’
source of income
is dependent on
the sustainability
of the land they
use the resources
judiciously.
Traditional organic techniques give
higher, healthier yields
As family farmers have proper
knowledge of local ecosystems, they
help in conserving environment.
Family farming employs
500 million+ people
all over the world
It strengthens local economy
and generates employment in the
non-farm sector as well!
CHALLENGESTO
FAMILYFARMING
Earning less
money
Lack of access to markets
No technological help
Lack of
funds
“The 2014 International Year of Family Farming (IYFF) aims to raise the profile of family farming and smallholder farming by focusing world attention on its significant role in eradicating hunger and poverty, providing food security and nutrition, improving livelihoods, managing natural resources, protecting the environment, and achieving sustainable development, in particular in rural areas.The goal of the 2014 IYFF is to reposition family farming at the centre of agricultural, environmental and social policies in the national agendas by identifying gaps and opportunities to promote a shift towards a more equal and balanced development. The 2014 IYFF will promote broad discussion and cooperation at the national, regional and global levels to increase awareness and understanding of the challenges faced by smallholders and help identify efficient ways to
support family farmers.”
The Asia-Pacific regional conference
on the UN-declared 'International Year
of Family Farming' will be held in
Chennai from August 7 to 10.
M S Swaminathan Research
Foundation (MSSRF) and the Food and
Agriculture Organization (FAO)will
organize the conference in partnership
with agencies like International
Development Research Centre, World
Food Programme and International
Fund for Agricultural Development
Providing
Information
Financial help
Technological
assistance
Strengthening land rights
Investing in research
Special attention to women
and young farmers
Spreading awareness
Investment in
sustainable
agricultural
practices
To maintain the agricultural and rural
development family farming is essential.
Thus, due attention should be paid to this sector to
have more productive and sustainable food systems