In Mizoram, North East India, we have joined with a local NGO Design Centre for Tribal Development and a local Bank to promote cultivation of Stevia under Contract Farming agreement. We have provided the technology and organized inputs as well as assured buy back of the produce. In the 1st phase 100 farmers from 19 villages have cultivated stevia in plots of 1 acre each. A few of the photographs are given alongside for your view.Sunday, September 21, 2008
Stevia Crop in Mizoram - Sweet Smile for the Farmers
In Mizoram, North East India, we have joined with a local NGO Design Centre for Tribal Development and a local Bank to promote cultivation of Stevia under Contract Farming agreement. We have provided the technology and organized inputs as well as assured buy back of the produce. In the 1st phase 100 farmers from 19 villages have cultivated stevia in plots of 1 acre each. A few of the photographs are given alongside for your view.Friday, September 19, 2008
Adoshi - A Path to the God's Land
Our land of about 33 acres is spread over two hills on the slopes and one hill top with plateau area of about 11 acres. The entire slopes have now been planted with fast growing Acacia species and Bamboo. The top plateau shall be utilized for algal pure culture of Spirulina.
The project has given full time employment to 11 local youths and looked with great interest with all concerned. The site will also be utilised for production of Botanical fertilisers and pesticides for captive use and sell to the organic farmers.
The project will create a niche in carbon reduction and CDM
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Karjat Emu Ranch - A Paradise on Earth
The place is so lovely that every one from 7 to 70 years will enjoy. Some photographs posted for your view.
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