Around 550 farmers in Periyapatna, Hunsur, and Nanjanagudu blocks of Mysore district received detailed training and farm demonstrations. The focus is on sustainable agricultural practices, including organic and advanced farming techniques.
Conserving Natural Resources and Ecological Rehabilitation:
Promoting Organic Farming to Support Farming Communities
- SOIL aims to protect and preserve natural resources, including native herbs, plants, water bodies, and forest areas. By doing so, they contribute to ecological balance and biodiversity.
- The organization focuses on restoring damaged or degraded ecological aspects. This includes reviving traditional water bodies, promoting wild horticulture, and revitalizing traditional farming systems.
Community Organization and Women Empowerment
- SOIL facilitates access to both forward and backward linkages for farmers. These linkages encompass financial assistance, as well as non-financial support, to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability.
- The organization motivates and assists farmers in transitioning to organic farming practices. Organic methods contribute to soil health, reduce chemical inputs, and promote environmental well-being.
- SOIL works to organize and empower unorganized communities. By improving their standard of living, they contribute to overall community well-being.