by Team LEISA India | Oct 3, 2018 | Agroecology, Articles, Farm Enterprises
Small is beautiful and productive when it is diversified and nurtured to meet the nutritional and economic needs of the family. Small holdings challenge the farm families to innovate, to experiment, to recycle and reduce the cultivation costs. A small diversified...
by Team LEISA India | Oct 3, 2018 | Agroecology, Articles, Farm Enterprises
Ganga Ankad Key factor for successful farming is the integration of several enterprises. When integrated applying the principles of recycling, even a small piece of land can produce enough to provide food, nutrition and income to farm families. Malleshappa is a case...
by Team LEISA India | Oct 3, 2018 | Agroecology, Articles, Farm Enterprises
This is a story of transformation of a tribal community from life of distress to life of prosperity – a journey from destitution to economic empowerment. With knowledge as power and collective action as their strength, these tribal women have paved their own way...
by Team LEISA India | Oct 3, 2018 | Agroecology, Articles, Farm Enterprises
Backyard poultry with native breeds is easy to manage, less risky and can generate better incomes, for the poor households. It has the potential to alleviate rural poverty, eradicate malnutrition and create employment opportunities too. With a little external support,...
by Team LEISA India | Oct 3, 2018 | Agroecology, Articles, Farm Enterprises
Maize is a popular crop among farmers, especially small holders in Karnataka. By coming together as a group, the maize growers in Chikkayemmiganuru village established a collective enterprise and gained better control over the price. By recycling empty cobs as fuel,...
by Team LEISA India | Aug 14, 2018 | Articles
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