In Chitral, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan, farming has long been a way of life, but for many years it brought limited returns. Poor post-harvest handling, lack of proper packing, and weak market access meant that a large portion of farmers’ produce never reached buyers in good condition. The Regional Farmers Cooperative Organization (RFCO) Chitral, established […]
In the mountainous region of Chitral, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan, where agriculture has long been part of daily life, smallholder farmers have traditionally relied on horticulture for their livelihoods. Apples, pears, and pomegranates thrive in the area’s cool climate, yet for many years, farmers struggled to earn fair returns from their hard work. The Regional […]
Family Farmer SongProduced by the Regional Farmers Cooperative Organization (RFCO) Baltistan
Danyore is a peaceful valley where farming is the primary source of livelihood for most families. For years, farmers worked hard on their land, yet production remained low, and incomes were barely enough to meet household needs. Despite their dedication, progress was limited, and many families struggled to move beyond subsistence farming. A turning point […]
West Bengal, India – Across the villages of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India, goat rearing has long been a supplementary livelihood, enough to help households reduce vulnerability, but not sufficient to bring significant economic stability. In most households, goat rearing is managed by women while their husbands pursue other work. This arrangement allows women to […]
The Institute for Motivating Self Employment (IMSE), the North East India Committee on Relief and Development (NEICORD), and the Self Employed Women’s Association (SEWA) conducted the national wrap-up of the APFP-FO4A program in India. The event was attended by farmers’ groups involved in the program, as well as other partners. The workshop highlighted the program’s […]
Jharkhand, India – India is one of the world’s largest producers of tassar silk, with major production areas spread across several states, specifically those in forest-dependent areas, including Jharkhand. Tassar silk is produced from silkworms that live in the wild and feed on forest trees. Tassar silk is known for its rich texture and natural golden-brown […]
The Asian Farmers’ Association for Sustainable Rural Development (AFa) and the Lao Farmer Association (LFA), AFA member in Laos, supported and participated in the recently concluded International Workshop on Transitioning Towards Agroecology and Regenerative Agriculture (TARASA25), held in Vientiane, Laos, from 25–27 November 2025, and preceded by a Policy Dialogue on 24 November that focused […]
