Food Activism

Farming is integral to the functioning of human societies. It supports food security, economic stability, rural development, environmental health, cultural heritage, industrial processes, human nutrition, and global stability.

Cultivating paddy requires lot of water. In Indonesia farmers to make use of water that stands in paddy field started fish culture to get extra income and other benefits. This implementation increased production aby about 20% and helped farmers to sustain.

Health and sanitation are closely intertwined. Good sanitation practices play a fundamental role in promoting overall health and well-being. Here is how these two are connected

Biofortified seeds refer to seeds that have been genetically modified or conventionally bred to enhance the nutritional content of the resulting crops. The goal of biofortification is to address specific nutrient deficiencies in certain staple foods, thereby improving the nutritional status of populations that rely heavily on these crops

Adolescent girls are at increased risk of nutrient deficiencies due to their elevated nutritional needs during growth spurts, as well as factors like menstruation, which can lead to iron deficiency anemia if not properly addressed.

Sustainable energy, also known as renewable energy, has been gaining momentum around the world as countries seek to reduce their dependence on fossil fuels and mitigate climate change. Sustainable energy adoption is a global trend driven by concerns about climate change, energy security, and economic development

Pineapple from Meghalaya region of northeastern state of Meghalaya, India in recent years has gained more popularity not just in India, also in international market.  Meghalaya (abode of cloud in Sanskrit) is known for its lush greenery and favorable climate, which makes it suitable for cultivating a variety of fruits including pineapples.

The Government of India is promoting natural farming since 2019-20 under Bharatiya Prakritik Krishi Paddhati (BPKP), a sub scheme of Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY). Keeping in view of the strength of Natural Farming and the success achieved in some states, BPKP is being up-scaled in Mission Mode as separate scheme as “National Mission on Natural Farming” (NMNF).