by Team LEISA India | Apr 4, 2017 | Agroecology, Articles, Food safety, security and sovereignity
The tribal farmers of Rayagada and Kalahandi districts in Odisha have promoted biodiversity on their farms and on their plates by adopting agroecological models of food production. They are on the path of self reliance by defining their own food system. The tribal... by Team LEISA India | Apr 4, 2017 | Agroecology, Articles, Food safety, security and sovereignity
The indigenous Kutia Kondh community in Odisha has a rich knowledge and experience of millets-based, mixed farming systems. By reviving the community based seed banks and cultural seed festivals, these tribal communities have regained their lost food diversity and...
by Team LEISA India | Dec 21, 2016 | Agroecology, Agroecology and Development, Articles
Over the last few decades massive technological development and new opportunities have transformed people’s lives. However, these opportunities have not benefited the agriculture sector in a significant way. Access to timely and relevant information can benefit all...
by Team LEISA India | Dec 21, 2016 | Agroecology, Agroecology and Development, Articles
A host of organizations have come together in helping the pastoralist community groups conserve the local buffalo breed and the ecosystem. The partnerships helped communities in gaining access to dairy markets that are remunerative. Now, they are also with the...
by Team LEISA India | Dec 21, 2016 | Agroecology, Agroecology and Development, Articles
Knowledge on agroecology is constantly evolving on the field and farmer plays a key role in co-creation of knowledge as well as its dissemination. Here is a passionate teacher cum farmer who is motivating farmers to practice agroecology, using local platforms like...
by Team LEISA India | Dec 21, 2016 | Agroecology, Agroecology and Development, Articles
NGOs have been pioneers in promoting agro ecology. By making farmers as partners in development, BAIF has enhanced the livelihood security of 21000 farmers across 505 villages in Karnataka. It has proved that critical inputs like seeds, planting materials and...