22/06/2026
Review Visit – Azim Premji Livelihood Project
A season of learning, hard work, and encouraging results ! It was inspiring to see smallholder farmers improve their incomes through vegetable cultivation, demonstrating that with the right support, even limited landholdings can generate meaningful livelihoods.
As we prepare for the next season, farmers have been provided seeds for organic ginger, turmeric, vegetables, and pulses, strengthening the journey towards sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture.
What stands out most is the immense potential of organic farming among small and marginal farmers. These farmers often have lower chemical input dependency and are well-positioned to adopt natural and organic practices. What they need is not just inputs, but continuous guidance, access to knowledge, collective aggregation, and strong market linkages.
If we truly want organic agriculture to become mainstream again, our focus must shift from large commercial farms to the millions of small farmers who form the backbone of rural India. With the right ecosystem of support, they can produce healthy food, improve soil health, protect biodiversity, and build resilient livelihoods.
The future of organic farming lies in empowering small farmers and ensuring that they receive fair value for their produce.
