With funding support from the APFP–FO4A program and technical assistance from the Institute for Motivating Self Employment (IMSE), tassar farmers in Digalpahari, Jharkhand, India, have enhanced their silk production and strengthened their entrepreneurship capacities in the tassar trade. View more photos
Small and marginal Indian farmers including women farmers have been recipients and beneficiaries of innovation and knowledge “transferred” by scientists. However, their roles especially of the women farmers as the backbone of marginal farmer households in India are often not acknowledged. With an aim to highlight their contributions, particularly during India’s year of celebrating millets, […]
Coarse grains, like bajra and jowar, have been enduring staples in the diets of many Indians, often cultivated by small women farmers. However, the advent of fast food has led the younger generation to shift away from consuming these nutritious grains. Consequently, farmers have encountered challenges in obtaining fair market prices for their coarse grains, […]
Pumpkin Seed Fritters Prepared by Narayani Mondal Institute for Motivating Self Employment (IMSE) India Pumpkin seeds, a widely enjoyed snack, find their way into a myriad of recipes, including various baked goods. Rich in protein, healthy fats, and an array of essential minerals such as magnesium, zinc, and potassium, these seeds are a nutritional powerhouse. […]
Rice Flour Cake Prepared by Anuradha Mondal Institute for Motivating Self Employment (IMSE) India Rice flour cakes hold a significant place in the culinary traditions of various Indian states, each region infusing its unique flavors and techniques into these beloved snacks. In this recipe, Anuradha Mondal demonstrates the preparation of a straightforward yet hearty snack, utilizing […]
Ka Jingtah Shyriew (Yam Dish) Prepared by Santina Makdoh North East India Committee On Relief & Development (NEICORD) India This dish, featuring yam as its primary ingredient alongside an assortment of other vegetables and indigenous spices, holds a special place in the culinary heritage of Meghalaya, India. Among the people of Meghalaya, yam isn’t just […]
Freshwater Snail Curry Prepared by Narayani Mondal Institute for Motivating Self Employment (IMSE) India Freshwater snails serve as a protein-rich staple in various global cuisines. In certain cultures, they are revered as a delicacy and frequently featured in flavorful soups and stews. In this culinary creation, Narayani Mondal generously imparts her expertise in crafting a […]
Inclusive cooperatives and associations have a crucial role in overcoming many of the obstacles faced by women farmers in Asia. Watch the video to see how women-led cooperatives and enterprises supported the livelihoods of women farmers.
