Shree Foundation Trust, the social development arm of Shree Cement Ltd., one of India’s leading cement producers, has distributed Almadar three-year Alfalfa (Rajka) fodder seeds to 1,763 farmers across 13 gram panchayats surrounding its Ras and Beawar units.
This initiative is part of Shree Cement’s ongoing efforts to enhance fodder availability for livestock and strengthen the income resilience of farming households, thereby promoting sustainable rural development.
Commitment to Inclusive Rural Growth
The programme underscores Shree Cement’s commitment to promoting sustainable agricultural practices, livelihood improvement, and resource management in its operational regions. It forms a key part of the company’s broader community development agenda focused on livelihood enhancement, skill-building, and inclusive growth.
Event Highlights
The seed distribution drive was conducted in the presence of company officials, including:
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Mr. Ashok Kumar Agarwal (Store Head, Ras)
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Mr. Kushal Sankhla (Electrical Department, Ras)
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Mr. Vishal Jayswal, Mr. Amit Tak, and Mr. Jitendra Kumar Dagdi (CSR Team)
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Social workers Mr. Devendra Singh Jodha (Gopalpura–Babra) and Mr. Sohan Lal Kumawat (Bootivas)
Under this programme, a total of 3,526 kilograms of Alfalfa (Rajka) seeds were distributed—2 kilograms per farmer. The voluntary contributions collected from participants were donated to local government schools to support infrastructure and educational development.
Leadership Perspective
Vishal Bhardwaj, CSR Head, Shree Cement, stated:
“Our community development work focuses on strengthening long-term economic resilience in rural areas. By enabling access to quality agricultural inputs and providing practical crop advisory support, we aim to help farmers adopt productive and sustainable cultivation practices. This initiative reflects our continued commitment to working closely with farming communities and supporting livelihood growth through capacity-building and field-level engagement.”
Beyond Seed Distribution: Building Knowledge and Resilience
Beyond the distribution of fodder seeds, the programme also facilitates knowledge-sharing on agronomic practices, encouraging farmers to adopt diversified cropping systems and sustainable input use.
The initiative aims to improve crop resilience, livestock rearing, and income stability, thereby contributing to a more sustainable agricultural ecosystem in the region.
About Shree Cement
Shree Cement Ltd. is one of India’s leading cement producers, recognized for its focus on sustainability, innovation, and inclusive community development. Through the Shree Foundation Trust, the company continues to drive initiatives that promote education, healthcare, livelihood generation, and environmental stewardship across its operational regions.
