PROBLEMS OF FARMERS WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO UDUPI DISTRICT

Agriculture is one the most important pillars of the Indian economy. The science or practice of farming including cultivation of the soil for the growing of crops and the rearing of animals provide food, wool and other products. Rural farmers account for the greater part of the population of any developing country such as India. The history of Indian agriculture dates back to 10000, years. Indian agriculture began during 9000 BC as a result of early cultivation of plants and domestication of crops and animals. The middle ages in India saw irrigation channels that reached a new level of sophistication. Land and water management systems were developed with objective of providing uniform growth. The agricultural sector employed 8.2 per cent of the total workforce in India, and despite a steady decline of its share in the GDP, it still remains the largest economic sector. Agricultural development is one of the most talked about issues as a major portion of our population is still engaged with the agricultural industry. The widespread modernization of agriculture, development of many modern techniques and improvement in farm productivity all are the basic characteristics of agricultural development. Since the beginning years of economic development, it has been one of the main drivers of growth of the economy as it supplies was a major source of raw materials to most of the manufacturers. To examine the different innovative measures adopted by different social groups for agricultural development in the district at block level. Agricultural extension services can and should play an important role in addressing many of these challenges