Bengal gram
Chilli
Cotton
Ground Nut
Jute
Maize
Millets
Oil Palm
Pulses
Rice
Sugarcane
Tea
Tobacco
Wheat
- Importance of Agriculture Agriculture plays a vital role in India’s economy.
- Farmer IssuesDespite India’s progress in the agricultural sector, Farmers still face a host of challenges.
- FAIFA Activities Our Focus is Empowerment of Farmers and safeguarding their interests.
- Social OutreachFAIFA works with small and marginal farmers and indigenous communities in the rural areas of the country.
- Government Initiatives IYWF-2026
Importance of Agriculture
Agriculture, with its allied sectors, is the largest source of livelihood in India. 54.6% of the total workforce is engaged in agricultural and allied sector activities while 57.8% of rural households are engaged in agriculture.
Farmer Issues
Despite the country registering tremendous progress in the agricultural sector, Farmers in India still face a host of challenges.
FAIFA Activities
Our Focus is Empowerment of Farmers and safeguarding their interests. Towards this endeavour we represent and interact with political leaders, policy makers and media.
Social Outreach
FAIFA works with small and marginal farmers and indigenous communities in the rural areas of the country. FAIFA empowers the rural farming communities in capacity building, organization, self-reliance and poverty reduction.
IYWF-2026
International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF) 2026 recognizes, celebrates and supports the vital contributions of women across agrifood systems worldwide. This United Nations General Assembly initiative highlights the indispensable roles women play in agriculture.