by Rukmini | Jan 2, 2026 | Agroecology, Articles, Farm Equipment, Featured
December 2025 Smallholder farmers often face severe drudgery and environmental challenges in crop production. Cassava, an important crop in Kerala, India, is traditionally harvested by hand, which is labour-intensive, physically demanding and ecologically...
by Rukmini | Sep 30, 2025 | Agroecology, Articles, Featured, Horticulture
September 2025 In rainfed agriculture, where farm livelihoods are highly vulnerable to climate vagaries, alternative farm based enterprises go a long way in providing the necessary support for farmers to remain in farming. Backyard kitchen garden is one such...
by Rukmini | Jun 17, 2025 | Agroecology, Articles, Featured, Resilience (Climate)
June 2025 Multi-faceted approach, integrating agriculture, livelihoods and climate-resilient technologies can build a prosperous, sustainable and economically secure future for women farmers. Karanja’s transformation serves as a powerful example of this...
by Rukmini | Apr 7, 2025 | Animal Husbandry, Articles, Featured, Fishery
March 2025 Promoting small scale fish production by building capacities and establishing support systems will go a long way in enhancing livelihoods, family nutrition, strengthening circular economies and contributing to a more sustainable and equitable food system....
by Rukmini | Dec 31, 2024 | Articles, Featured, Resource Management, Water Management
Technologies like Direct Seeded Rice provide a transformative opportunity to conserve water, improve farmer incomes, and enhance environmental outcomes. With the combined efforts of various organisations backed by a strong policy support, the technology can...
by Rukmini | Jun 30, 2024 | Articles, Featured, Social Organisation, Youth
An alarming fall in pollinators population would collapse the ecosystem rendering a food security crisis. BAIF’s pilot initiatives to boost the population of pollinator insects, not only enhanced pollination and crop production, but has also empowered youth to become...
