Barcik

28/04/2026

Sindukai Dighipara is a drought-prone village in Rajshahi's Barind region where climate change is not a future threat. It is already here. In dry wells. In uncertain harvests. In the quiet stress of not knowing if this season will be enough. When water becomes scarce, food becomes uncertain. That is the reality these communities live with.
A group of indigenous women responded the way communities have always survived crisis times by turning inward, to each other. They started with one question: If we do not control our seeds, how can we control our food? They started saving seeds. Local varieties. Seeds that need less water. Seeds that belong to this land. They began sharing them with each other, building a system outside the market, rooted in their own knowledge.
Mitali Hasda, has shared local vegetable seeds with nearly 95 women in her village. These women share seeds with each other. They grow what works. Slowly, they are depending less on the market and more on their own knowledge. In her words: "Before, we had to buy seeds from the market. Now we select adaptive seeds, conserve them, and exchange among ourselves."

In a village most people have never heard of, these women are already paving their own way to adapt with climate change, showing their resilience with seeds, with their own knowledge, and with each other.

13/04/2026

A sustainable future is not a distant dream—it begins with the choices we make today. In Bangladesh, the ongoing fuel crisis reminds us how dependent we are on fossil fuels. By shifting towards cycling, renewable energy like solar and wind, and reducing unnecessary fuel consumption, we can ease this crisis while protecting our environment.

Let’s inspire our youth to choose bicycles over motorcycles, strength over speed, and responsibility over convenience. Together, we can reduce fuel demand, cut costs, and build a greener, healthier, and more resilient Bangladesh for generations to come. 🌱🚲

12/04/2026

07/04/2026

The Barind region of Bangladesh is widely known as one of the most drought-prone areas in the country. To cope with recurring drought and climate stress, farmers are increasingly cultivating drought-tolerant local crop varieties and practicing sustainable agriculture through agroecology.

In Paikora village of Nachole Upazila under Chapainawabganj district, farmer Rayhan Kabir Ronju exchanged seeds of a native bottle gourd variety with farmer Bhola Sorkar during the last season. This year, Bhola successfully produced his own seeds and preserved them for future cultivation.

This local seed exchange and seed saving practice strengthens farmers’ resilience, reduces dependency on external inputs, and promotes agroecological farming systems.

Agroecology practices are growing in the Barind region. To sustain this positive change, greater support and investment are needed for marginal and smallholder farmers who are leading the transition toward climate-resilient and sustainable agriculture.

06/04/2026

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BARCIK, through the Green Coalition, organized a community event bringing people together to discuss the importance of safe food and sustainable cultivation practices.

Despite the growing demand for food, the discussion highlighted that it is still possible to protect our land while ensuring safe and healthy food production. By adopting environmentally friendly farming methods, we can safeguard both nature and human lives. As we live in close connection with the environment, it is essential to understand the balance of giving and taking from nature.

The event also emphasized preserving traditional knowledge and cultural practices. Rural women are playing a vital role by transforming uncultivated plants into diverse and nutritious recipes, keeping indigenous food traditions alive while promoting sustainability.

This initiative reflects how community awareness and collective action can lead to a healthier environment, stronger culture, and a more sustainable future.

🌱 Safe Food
🌾 Agroecology
🌍 Environmental Awareness
👩‍🌾 Women’s Knowledge & Tradition

BARCIK, through the Green Coalition, organized a community event bringing people together to discuss the importance of safe food and sustainable cultivation ...

05/04/2026

🌿 Nature’s Hidden Treasure: The Power of Uncultivated Food 🌾
Did you know that some of the most nutritious foods on earth aren't found in supermarkets, but grow naturally right in our backyards? Uncultivated foods—the wild greens, herbs, and fruits we often overlook—are the keys to a healthy, sustainable, and sovereign future.

🟢 Why Embrace Uncultivated Food Habits?
Powerhouse of Nutrition: These plants are often richer in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants than commercially farmed crops. They are nature’s own "superfoods."

Medicinal Excellence: Beyond nutrition, many of these species hold immense medicinal value, serving as natural remedies and immune boosters used for generations.

Zero Cost & High Availability: They grow naturally in our surroundings without the need for expensive seeds, fertilizers, or irrigation—making them the most affordable way to secure a healthy diet.

Cultural Identity: These foods represent the "Local Knowledge" of our ancestors. By consuming them, we keep the cultural lifeline of our community alive.

Food Sovereignty: Relying on diverse, local, and wild food sources reduces our dependence on industrial food chains and ensures we have control over what we eat.

🤝 BARCIK (Bangladesh Resource Centre for Indigenous Knowledge) has been a dedicated advocate for these practices. By promoting the conservation of uncultivated plants and traditional agricultural wisdom, we aim to help communities stay in harmony with the environment while securing Food Sovereignty.

Let’s protect our biodiversity. Let’s eat what nature provides. Let’s stay rooted.

02/04/2026

By Bimal Chandra Roy from Manikgonj The name “Mother Organization” (Ma Songothon) reflects the identity and … Mother organizations rise thriving the communitiesRead more

02/04/2026

Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung South Asia

01/04/2026

Kumudpur Monirishi Development Organization, Manikganj

In their bi-monthly gatherings, women come together to share their agricultural challenges, exchange knowledge, and collectively seek solutions. These meetings are not only spaces of problem-solving but also of building strong cultural bonds and solidarity among them.

A unique strength of these events is the exchange of indigenous seeds—symbols of their resilience, spirit, and self-reliance. Through this practice, women are asserting their food sovereignty and preserving local biodiversity.

This inspiring initiative reflects the essence of agroecological practice—community-led, knowledge-driven, and rooted in mutual support. At BARCIK, we are committed to learning from and replicating such models to strengthen resilient, women-led communities.
Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung South Asia

31/03/2026

🌱 Struggles of Farmers in Shyamnagar: Water Crisis, Salinity & Rights at Risk

In almost every village of Shyamnagar Sadar, water scarcity has become the most pressing issue. Even when farmers are willing, they are unable to cultivate vegetables according to their needs due to the lack of water.

At the same time, soil salinity is increasing, making it difficult to farm even on land that is otherwise suitable for cultivation.

Despite overcoming many challenges and managing to produce vegetables, farmers often do not receive fair prices in the market. This discourages them, and many gradually lose the motivation to continue farming.

Additionally, crop diseases and pest infestations (especially flies) are becoming more frequent. As a result, crops do not ripen properly, creating serious difficulties in seed collection and preservation.

But this reality raises critical questions—

❓ Who is responsible for this situation?
❓ What are the voices and demands of the farmers facing these challenges?
❓ Why are they unable to grow the food they choose?
❓ Why do farmers remain economically vulnerable despite their hard work?
❓ Isn’t this a violation of their basic rights to food, livelihood, and dignity?

👉 This is not just a farmers’ issue—it is a question of justice, rights, and our collective future.
Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung South Asia

29/03/2026

Community Seed Bank – Growing Seeds, Empowering Women