Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Veterinary College and Research Institute Campus, Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Namakkal – 637 002 (Tamil Nadu)
Online published on 18 May, 2015.
Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Namakkal popularized jasmine (Jasminum sambac) cultivation. For this, 7,660 three months old rooted cuttings of jasmine variety Ramanathapuram Gundu malligai was supplied to twelve farm women covering an area of 1.66 ha. as a sustainable livelihood income generating activity to mitigate poverty. Jasmine being a hardy crop withstood drought, long dry spells and survived to yield flowers throughout the year and was a perennial source of income (average profit Rs.40000/0.08 ha./year) that helped sustaining interest of the farm women. The income from jasmine cultivation improved the quality of life, mainly health of the farm family and also helped them to build their asset base by repairing of home and vehicles etc.
Women empowerment, Jasmine cultivation, Income, Livelihood security
