Doable Technology - Watershed Based Farming Systems In Hills

Convergence of various activities based on use of natural resources

Concept for development of hilly watersheds

Contour trenches, contour bunds, bench terrace, half moon terrace, grassed waterway etc. at appropriate locations

Alternate land use systems

Retain maximum rainfall within the slope, safely disposing off the excess runoff from the slopes to foot hills with non erosive velocity

Developed watershed in hilly terrain

Crop-livestock farming systems sustain the livelihood of the majority of household in rural India playing multiple roles in the livelihood strategies

Water harvesting and recycling in hills

Construction of small water storage structures by utilising local resources

Pisciculture-cum-duckery system

Subsidiary income from rearing of livestock