by Team LEISA India | Sep 30, 2016 | Agroecology, Agroecology and Development, AME, Articles, Cases, Published Articles
In agroecology, farmers solve their problems adopting practices relying on judgments based on their local conditions, resources and knowledge levels. Farmers continuously learn developing better farming methods, and hence, knowledge becomes central in agro ecology. It... 
by Team LEISA India | Feb 2, 2016 | AME, Articles, Cases, Published Articles, Youth
Youth provided with appropriate training and opportunities, have the capacity to engage in activities that bring both economic and social benefits. Building human resources is an investment that can reap rich dividends. AMEF with its focus on rural youth shows the... 
by Team LEISA India | Jan 7, 2016 | Agroecology, AME, Articles, Biodiversity, Cases, Published Articles
Insect behavior is largely decided by farming practices. Both plants and insects are mutually dependent. While plants provide food to insects, insects provide the necessary ecological services to the plant. Farmers therefore need to manage cropping as a part of a... 
by Team LEISA India | Dec 21, 2015 | Agroecology, AME, Articles, Cases, Combating Desertification, Published Articles
System of Rice Intensification is a knowledge intensive method, which is evolving continuously. To be able to spread widely and sustainably, a different approach is required altogether. Knowledge empowerment, participatory processes, continous hand holding,... by Team LEISA India | Dec 10, 2015 | Agroecology, AME, Articles, Cases, Peri Urban Agriculture, Published Articles
Urban areas are fast becoming monotonous concrete jungles. The entire focus is on modernization with disregard for preserving traditional and culturally unique landscapes. Bangalore is caught in this frenzy too. In fact, the city is growing more rapidly than many... 
by Team LEISA India | Dec 9, 2015 | AME, Articles, Cases, Published Articles
Women in rainfed areas in Dharmapuri are switching over to kitchen gardens, which provide nutrition to the family as well as money. By recycling the limited water available, these women have shown that it is possible to grow vegetables all round the year. Pennagaram...