Tracing the historical evolution of global warming awareness from its origins in the late 1930s to its current status, it is a pressing global concern due to human activities like burning fossil fuels. The
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Basaava Swami, a 50-year-old farmer from Kherada village in the Bidar district of Aurad taluka, had long been practising conventional farming methods. However, his curiosity led him on a path of discovery of SCI-system of crop intensification which
In the quiet heart of Bonthi Village, nestled within Bidar District of Karnataka, Rama Malhari Rane, a 62-year-old farmer, faced a dire challenge. With 10 acres of land thirsting for hydration, and a dried-up well as testament to the scorching heat, Rama
Kanta Golayit always harboured a deep-seated desire to cultivate her own land and reap a bountiful harvest. Despite the vast land she owned, the yield was dishearteningly meagre. With acute water scarcity and inadequate irrigation facilities
Despite the Indian Meteorological Department’s (IMD) optimistic forecast of a normal monsoon in 2023, gauging at about 96% of the Long Period Average (LPA) with a model error margin of ± 4%, concerns still loom large. The IMD’s cautionary note
India, with its vast rural expanse, presents an intriguing case where feasibility studies in rural development projects could play a transformative role. With over 65% of its more than 1.4 billion people living in rural areas, the need for focused
Rural communities are the backbone of our nation. According to the World Bank, 65% of India’s population resides in rural areas, making rural development a critical aspect of sustainable development and inclusive growth. However, these
WOTR’s innovative CoDriVE-PD (Community Driven Vulnerability Evaluation – Programme Designer) approach breaks away from conventional methods by actively involving communities in the data collection process, recognizing that community
In a world often overshadowed by hardship and suffering, there are extraordinary individuals who choose to dedicate their lives to making a difference. Today, on the occasion of Rosi Gollmann’s 96th birthday, we celebrate the
Native plant species, those which naturally inhabit a certain region, state, ecosystem, or habitat without human intervention, have historically been integral to human livelihoods. For many, these plants are not merely part of the landscape but woven into their
Tracing the historical evolution of global warming awareness from its origins in the late 1930s to its current status, it is a pressing global concern due to human activities like burning fossil fuels. The
Basaava Swami, a 50-year-old farmer from Kherada village in the Bidar district of Aurad taluka, had long been practising conventional farming methods. However, his curiosity led him on a path of discovery of SCI-system of crop intensification which
In the quiet heart of Bonthi Village, nestled within Bidar District of Karnataka, Rama Malhari Rane, a 62-year-old farmer, faced a dire challenge. With 10 acres of land thirsting for hydration, and a dried-up well as testament to the scorching heat, Rama
Kanta Golayit always harboured a deep-seated desire to cultivate her own land and reap a bountiful harvest. Despite the vast land she owned, the yield was dishearteningly meagre. With acute water scarcity and inadequate irrigation facilities
Despite the Indian Meteorological Department’s (IMD) optimistic forecast of a normal monsoon in 2023, gauging at about 96% of the Long Period Average (LPA) with a model error margin of ± 4%, concerns still loom large. The IMD’s cautionary note
India, with its vast rural expanse, presents an intriguing case where feasibility studies in rural development projects could play a transformative role. With over 65% of its more than 1.4 billion people living in rural areas, the need for focused
Rural communities are the backbone of our nation. According to the World Bank, 65% of India’s population resides in rural areas, making rural development a critical aspect of sustainable development and inclusive growth. However, these
WOTR’s innovative CoDriVE-PD (Community Driven Vulnerability Evaluation – Programme Designer) approach breaks away from conventional methods by actively involving communities in the data collection process, recognizing that community
In a world often overshadowed by hardship and suffering, there are extraordinary individuals who choose to dedicate their lives to making a difference. Today, on the occasion of Rosi Gollmann’s 96th birthday, we celebrate the
Native plant species, those which naturally inhabit a certain region, state, ecosystem, or habitat without human intervention, have historically been integral to human livelihoods. For many, these plants are not merely part of the landscape but woven into their
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Deep dive into how WOTR’s W-CReS is helping farmers understand the challenges in times of El Niño through localised training.
How 20 farmers in Jharkhand came together to cultivate chillies across 28.5 acres, earning a collective net profit of ₹25.40 lakh in a single season.
How access to water helped Draupati turn her skills and ambition into opportunity, diversify her farming, and build a more secure livelihood for her family.
India drylands face mounting climate pressures. Discover how IDIA is carrying integrated research, regional consultations and community knowledge to guide informed decisions and strengthen resilience.
Farmer Producer Companies help smallholders access dairy schemes, productive assets, digital services and local support to strengthen rural livelihoods and incomes.
Water Budgeting in Yeniye Khurd assesses water availability, demand, and agricultural needs, revealing a deficit and guiding community-led planning for resilience.
At an FPO meeting, a woman’s presence can be easy to count. She is a member. Her name may appear on the board. What is harder to see is what that presence means in practice.
A walkthrough of how WOTR is enabling farmers in Maharashtra’s Marathwada region prepare for an increasingly unpredictable climate.