Haritha Gopalam scheme a new year gift for paddy farmers, says KMU

The Krishna Milk Union (KMU) called the ‘Haritha Gopalam’ scheme as a new year gift to the paddy farmers in the State. Addressing a press conference here on Saturday, KMU chairman Chalasani Anjaneyulu said that the State government had approved the scheme under MGNREGS to promote fodder cultivation in rural areas, establishing fodder fields and nurseries to address the shortage of animal feed efficiently. Outlining the several benefits of the scheme, he said financial incentives would be given for establishing fodder fields and nurseries under MGNREGS. It would help in achieving year-round availability of fodder, enhancing livestock productivity and farmers’ economic growth, and also, opportunities for women to become entrepreneurs through fodder cultivation. Farmers can grow fodder as an intercrop in mango and palm oil orchards for additional income. Utilisation of government, community, and ‘devadaya’ lands for fodder cultivation, he said. The chairman emphasised that promoting fodder fields and livestock hostels demonstrates the government’s commitment to farmer welfare and rural development. Krishna Milk Union will provide high-quality fodder seeds and saplings to support farmers in implementing the scheme. KMU managing director Kolli Eshwar Babu, board members, trust members, and feed committee members of Krishna Milk Union were present. Published - December 27, 2025 08:05 pm IST

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