A VIEW TOWARDS AGRIPRENEURSHIP AND INSECTS

Nearly 70% of the Indian population living in rural areas contributes substantially to the Indian economy. Agriculture is a major part of the livelihood in rural areas. Development of agriculture to entrepreneurship is considered “Agripreneurship”. If farmers develop the quality of an entrepreneurship, they will show the major contribution to the economy of their nation. The possible way is shipment of agriculture to agribusiness at large scale. Farmers have to learn about advanced techniques like biocontrol pest management, organic fertilizer, vermin-compost, genetically modified animals and crops, technology and farming equipment and crop management tools to convert agriculture to a profitable business. Agripreneurship opens avenues for diversifying agricultural product-based services, including dairy farming, goat farming, sericulture, sheep rearing, floriculture, and fisheries. Engagement in agribusiness at both national and international levels extends beyond individual benefit—it contributes to increased income levels, generates employment opportunities in both rural and urban areas, and supports efforts to alleviate poverty and hunger. Furthermore, agriculture is heavily reliant on insects, which play a vital role in sustaining agricultural systems. Insects provide essential ecosystem services such as pest control (biocontrol), nutrient recycling, seed dispersal, bioturbation, and pollination, all of which are crucial for maintaining agricultural productivity and ecological balance.