March 3, 2010
Sibaji Adak March 3, 2010
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Utilizing the provisions under MGNREGA to generate wages and, more important, create assets such as farm ponds that will support their agriculture, the villagers of hirbandh and adjoining areas have been able to fight abject poverty, make informed choices and take charge of their own activities.
February 6, 2010
Pandit Arjun February 6, 2010
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Drawing inspiration from farmers, who have been successful in using organic farming methods to improve yields significantly, the small farmers of Balaghat are steadily replacing the use of chemicals for paddy and vegetable cultivation with Jeevamrita and other organic products, thereby ensuring greater productivity and enriching soil fertility.
February 5, 2010
Shivaji N. Choudhary February 5, 2010
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Chickpea cultivation, which has huge potential in India, is as yet underutilized and undervalued. Planned interventions will go a long way in motivating the small landowners to cultivate chickpea, both as a viable crop and for its nutritive value.
February 1, 2010
Dolagobinda Panda February 1, 2010
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Cutting across caste barriers, the sanitation and drinking water project brings together entire villages and helps the villagers realize their strength and potential when they work as one towards a common goal.
January 6, 2010
Workshop Report January 6, 2010
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Bringing together the different stakeholders—facilitating agencies, practitioners, scientists and senior government officials—on a common platform, the workshop discussed several aspects, including the achievements, concerns and ways ahead, of SRI in India.
January 2, 2010
Amulya Khandai January 2, 2010
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Reaching out to the tribals in the remote areas of Orissa, Pradan is participating in the process of implementation of FRA 2006, which seeks to legitimize the use of forest land for habitation, cultivation and livelihood purposes by tribals, who have been present in the area for generations.