Indigenous Paddy Varieties for Future Generations Today was a truly remarkable day. I had the privilege of visiting the farm of an extraordinary man — Netra Nanda Lenka, an 84-year-old farmer from Patraput village, Jeypore Block, in the scenic Koraput District of Odisha. As I walked through his lush green fields, surrounded by rows of … Read more
I recently had the privilege to attend the International Workshop on Gender-Responsive Agricultural Extension: Transforming Practices, Policies, and Institutions, hosted by the CGIAR GENDER Impact Platform and the National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE). Held from 5–7 November in Hyderabad, India, this workshop gathered global thought leaders, practitioners, and policy influencers committed to advancing … Read more
Maize hydroponic fodder is emerging as a revolutionary solution for farmers, offering numerous benefits for both agricultural sustainability and livestock management. We had the pleasure of visiting the Abhinav Farmers Club in Pune, Maharashtra, where we witnessed firsthand how this innovative farming method is transforming the lives of farmers. Led by the visionary Sri Dnyaneshwar … Read more
Corn Farming: Corn has been grown by humans for over 10,000 years. The plant, also known as maize, is cultivated worldwide and has expanded into many niches of commercial agriculture. This crop is annual, meaning it needs to be replanted every year. Corn growing in warm weather can reach up to 20 feet (6 meters) … Read more