Farmers dependant on rainfall are always vulnerable. But turning crisis into an opportunity requires determination and support from many. Sebastian is one such example who...
Innovative market mechanism
In remote hilly regions of the country, small land holders are still not able to make a remunerative living out of farming owing to poor access to markets. Farmers in the remote...
Enhancing value by improving quality
The unique agro-ecological conditions of Kolli Hills have a direct effect on the coffee aroma and quality. The case of this small-scale, organic farmer reaffirms that a...
Integrated Fish Farming – Adding value to the traditional subsistence based farming system
Integration of various components on the farm not only results in better resource management but also leads to increased farm production, income and productive employment....
Reaping benefits through Public -Private Partnership
Yogesh Sawant and Meghraj Sapate Awareness on benefits of organic farming and hazards of agrochemical residues in food is well established. Consumers from several segments have...
Marketing Organic Produce Around Bangalore : Experiences and Potentials
Many farmers around Bangalore cultivate and market organic produce - either on their own initiative or because of motivation from NGOs. The product range includes milk, cereals,...