Farming becomes a challenge when flooded and left silted, making farmers vulnerable to weather and livelihoods. Technical support along with digital weather forecast and...
Traversing through the traditional agro-pastrol systems in India
The interlinkages between pastoralism and agriculture have the potential to play a key role in transitioning to a green, environmentally sustainable and global economy. Examples...
Jeevamrut – The real liquid gold
Paderu women have proved that despite having access to fewer resources, it is possible to adopt agroecological methods of farming, with some initial assistance and training. Use...
Zero budget farming
Mr. Malleshappa Gulappa Biserotti is from Hiregunjal village, Kundgol taluk, Dharwad district, Karnataka, India. The region has been experiencing severe water shortages from 1990...
Agroecology – Towards climate resilient food systems
Apart from conserving ecosystem, adopting agro-ecological practices has a potential to generate income. Even if 50% of farmers in a village adopt sustainable agriculture, it...
Recycling Resources – Path to sustainable living
Promotion of sustainable agro ecological practices through recycling and reuse of resources not only reduce dependency on external sources, but also minimises waste. On farm...
Biologicals for Higher Farm Production
M H Mehta There is a dire need to reduce input costs and improve farm productivity in a sustainable manner. The 20-20 model, using new generation agri-bio inputs can be taken up...
Fish Amino – A useful biological option
Farmer groups in Tamil Nadu found a successful solution in Fish Amino for enhancing the soil fertility. Rich in nitrogen, Fish Amino not only reduced the requirement of nitrogen...
Participatory knowledge building
In an innovative effort to mainstream locally relevant knowledge to promote sustainable agriculture, DDS is building the capacities of the grassroot professionals. In the...