Meghalaya, India – For 45 years, Kosterwell Lyngdoh Nonglait of Maweitkhlieh village in Mairang Block, Eastern West Khasi Hills District, Meghalaya, India, has lived the life of a dedicated farmer. On his land, he cultivates paddy, fruits such as guava and pineapple, and a variety of vegetables, including squash, pumpkins, and French beans. Alongside crop […]
Meghalaya, India – Noni Lyngdoh, 39, a mother of five from Patharkhmah village, Jirang block, Ri-Bhoi district, struggled with limited market access, dependence on middlemen, post-harvest losses, and unstable crop prices. Though she cultivated a diverse range of crops and was an active member of her community, securing a stable income and improving her family’s […]
Meghalaya, India – In Nongdom Mawpliang village, Jirang Block of Ri-Bhoi District in Meghalaya, farmer Goodmorning Pator begins each day by tending to his land and livestock. On his 2.5 acres, he cultivates paddy, ginger, and chillies. Alongside farming, he raises pigs, hens, and a cow, reflecting the diverse and integrated farming systems practiced in the […]