Land ownership among women farmers in India remains a complex and challenging issue. Although women play a significant role in agriculture, their ownership and control over land and other productive resources are limited. Farmers have been consistently losing cultivable lands to factory set-ups or construction lobbyists and brokers. There have been cases of selling of lands […]
This video contest seeks to spotlight the transformative power of agroecology, focusing specifically on its benefits for farmers’ organizations and agricultural cooperatives. Farmers’ organizations and agricultural cooperatives play a crucial role in promoting sustainable agriculture practices, empowering smallholder farmers, and strengthening rural communities. By showcasing real-life examples and success stories, we aim to inspire and […]
Meghayala, India – The Iaipyrshang Farmer Producer Organisation, located in the West Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, India was formed in 2022 with 200 members. With support from the Northeast India Committee on Relief and Development (NEICORD), the idea of forming the organization was formalized during a consultative meeting that led to the selection of […]