Project Objectives
The project "Promotion of Gram Cultivation through Climate Smart Technologies in Thal Areas of Punjab" aims to enhance the resilience of farmers in the face of climate change by implementing technological solutions. The key objectives of the project are as follows:
- Save the gram crop from failure during drought conditions by ensuring lifesaving irrigation with solar-powered sprinkler irrigation systems: This objective focuses on providing irrigation support to gram crops during drought conditions. By utilizing solar-powered sprinkler irrigation systems, the project aims to ensure that the crops receive adequate water, even in water-scarce situations. This will help prevent crop failure and mitigate the negative impacts of drought on gram cultivation.
- Demonstrate cultivation of pulses in the project area through the introduction of improved crop varieties and climate-smart technology solutions to enhance production for self-sufficiency: This objective emphasizes the cultivation of pulses in the project area. The project aims to introduce improved crop varieties and climate-smart technology solutions specifically designed for pulse cultivation. By doing so, the project intends to increase the production of pulses, leading to enhanced self-sufficiency in the project area. This objective aligns with the broader goal of promoting food security and reducing dependence on external sources for pulses.
- Build the capacity of farmers to cultivate pulses under changing climate and weather patterns: This objective focuses on capacity building among farmers to adapt their pulse cultivation practices to changing climate and weather patterns. The project aims to provide training and knowledge-sharing opportunities to farmers, equipping them with the necessary skills and techniques required to cultivate pulses successfully in a changing climate. By enhancing farmers' capacity, the project aims to improve their ability to cope with climate variability and ensure sustainable pulse production in the long term.
Overall, the project seeks to promote gram cultivation and enhance farmers' resilience to climate change in the Thal areas of Punjab. Through the implementation of climate-smart technologies, improved irrigation systems, and capacity-building activities, the project aims to achieve its objectives and contribute to the sustainable development of agriculture in the region.
Project Components
The project "Promotion of Gram Cultivation through Climate Smart Technologies in Thal Areas of The Punjab" includes several components aimed at achieving its objectives. The major activities to be carried out under the project are as follows:
- Installation of site-specific sprinkler irrigation system on 2,500 acres: This activity involves the installation of sprinkler irrigation systems in the project area. The systems will be installed on a site-specific basis, taking into account the water requirements and topography of each farm. By implementing sprinkler irrigation, the project aims to ensure efficient water use and provide lifesaving irrigation to gram crops, particularly during drought conditions.
- Installation of solar systems on 2,500 acres for operating sprinkler irrigation system: To power the sprinkler irrigation systems, solar systems will be installed on the farms. These solar systems will provide the necessary energy to operate the sprinklers, reducing the dependence on traditional energy sources and making the irrigation process more sustainable. By utilizing solar power, the project aims to enhance the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the irrigation systems.
- Awareness creation and capacity building of gram/pulses growers/farmers for successful cultivation of gram with sprinkler irrigation under changing climate: This activity focuses on creating awareness and building the capacity of gram and pulses growers/farmers in the project area. The project aims to provide training and knowledge-sharing opportunities to farmers, educating them about the benefits and best practices of cultivating gram with sprinkler irrigation systems under changing climate conditions. By enhancing farmers' knowledge and skills, the project aims to ensure successful gram cultivation and enable them to adapt to climate variability effectively.
These activities collectively contribute to the overall project objectives of strengthening farmers' resilience to climate change through technological solutions. By implementing site-specific sprinkler irrigation systems, utilizing solar power, and enhancing farmers' capacity, the project aims to promote sustainable gram cultivation and enhance food security in the Thal areas of Punjab.
Gestation Period
The project "Promotion of Gram Cultivation through Climate Smart Technologies in Thal Areas of Punjab" has a gestation period of three (03) years, from 2022-23 to 2024-25. During this timeframe, the project activities will be implemented, and the desired outcomes and impacts will be achieved. The project's duration allows for the installation of sprinkler irrigation systems, solar systems, and the necessary capacity-building activities to enhance farmers' resilience to climate change and promote successful gram cultivation in the Thal areas of Punjab.
Project Cost Breakdown:
- Total Cost: Rs. 1,255.005 million
- Government Share: Rs. 1,050.000 million
- Farmers' Contribution: Rs. 205.005 million
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These figures represent the overall cost of the project and the respective shares provided by the government and farmers to support the implementation of activities aimed at promoting gram cultivation and enhancing climate resilience in the Thal areas of Punjab.
Project Location: Thal Region, Punjab, Pakistan:
The project "Promotion of Gram Cultivation through Climate Smart Technologies in Thal Areas of Punjab" is implemented in four districts of Thal, which include:
- Bhakkar
- Khushab
- Jhang
- Mianwali
These districts are located in the Thal region of Punjab, Pakistan. The project focuses on these specific areas to promote gram cultivation and introduce climate-smart technologies to enhance farmers' resilience to climate change in the Thal region.