Investing in the Dairy Sector to Improve Rural Livelihood in India

The growth in agriculture sector influences the economical growth of closely linked rural non-farm sectors. In this article titled Investing in the Dairy Sector to Improve Rural Livelihood in India, author Awudu Abdulai analyses the linkages between agriculture and non-agriculture sectors. The results of survey conducted on the income, consumption patterns and investment interests of 150 households in the Karnal district of Haryana State shows that technology induced increase in agriculture income would influence the consumption pattern of farm households, increases non-farm investment and generates rural employment. The article also highlights the importance of dairy in particular, and agriculture in general in determining current and future incomes in rural areas.

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