Fazilka farmer turns around Rs 6-crore debt through sheep rearing and agroforestry
A farmer from Fazilka district in Punjab has emerged from a Rs 6-crore debt trap by adopting an integrated farming model combining sheep rearing with agroforestry practices. The diversification strategy enabled him to generate additional income streams beyond traditional crop cultivation.
The farmer's success demonstrates how alternative agricultural methods can help reduce financial burden and improve rural livelihoods. His approach of combining livestock management with tree-based farming has attracted attention as a potential model for other farmers facing similar financial challenges in the region.
