Rural farmers in the hills of the Himalayan region have limited access to resources, markets, and capital. Poor road conditions, long journeys to city center and the cost of equipment/expansion prevents many rural farmers from commercializing their harvests. Forming a cooperative pools resources and has allowed the group to establish partnerships with local and international organizations.
The Process
Step 1. Farmers till the land to prepare it for sowing the seeds.
Step 2. Seeds are sown and taken care of using pesticide-free fertilizers and efficient irrigation techniques.
Step 3. In approximately 8-10 months, the turmeric is ready to be harvested. 50 percent of the crop will be dried and crushed to powder, 50 percent will remain fresh root.
Step 4. Harvests are purchased wholesale, shipped (domestic and international), and brought to local markets.
Step 5. Farmers are supported through the purchase of each sale and receive the social benefit of community, shared resources, access to capital and market participation.
How Can You Support?
The success of this cooperative relies on support from the wider community. Every purchase, social media share, and word spoken becomes a seed for the growth of our agriculture cooperative. You can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook – our email is always open for questions or feedback as well!
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