At SEWA, a women interest centered organization in India. 2 million members… while asked what to do if soil deficiency tested, informed use of chemical fertilizer, selection of crop varieties, good quality of certified seeds… Congratulations to SEWA for its support to sustainable agriculture development. (Video report by Peter Situ)
Smita Bhatnagar of SEWA, India shares experiences and lessons in developing and running a women-led agriculture enterprise during the Sixth Farmers’ Forum in IFAD, Rome on 15-16 February 2016.
Greetings from SEWA! You all might be aware of the situation of farmers in India today. The farmer suicides are on rise. The reality of our country today is that small and marginal farmers are highly affected by weather fluctuations, unseasonal rains and increased input costs. These factors adding up with lower sales price, is […]