People and Process
Young Entrepreneurial Farmer Who Grows Lemongrass in Meghalaya
Lemongrass is a herb of many purpose uses. Its leaves and the extracted oil are commonly used in aromatherapy (using aroma from the plant for healing and cosmetic purposes). The plant is native to tropical countries like India, China and Thailand. It flourishes in hot climate, rich and well-drained soil.
Lakadong Turmeric - The Bestselling Spice In The Market
'Bei' is an endearing term meaning Mother in the Pnar language of the Jaintias, a sub-tribe of the Khasi people of Meghalaya. Bei Bina is one of the retailers of Khasi spices in Shillong. I had an appointment with Bei through my sister Lina who knows her well. I intended to get her story out there for my friends at Zizira.
Meghalaya’s Amazing Woman Mushroom Farmer
Zizira explorers love to go out on field trips to various parts of Meghalaya to meet farmers and discover the hidden agricultural potential of the region. On one of the many farm visits that we made, led us to a lady farmer from Nongpoh, Ri-Bhoi District, Meghalaya. From her we learnt about mushroom cultivation in Meghalaya.
Can Medicinal And Aromatic Plants Improve Livelihood Of Farmers?
Zizira explorers ‘discovered’ the world of essential oils after a visit to CIMAP, Bangalore. That was in March 2016. Once back home we seem to be discovering more and more about the Medicinal and Aromatic plants (MAPs) that can and could grow in Meghalaya. We cannot wait to share the news with all of you! Please read on…
3 of the Top Fastest-growing Coffee Startups in India
Do you know that a few pockets of Meghalaya have the potential to grow high-quality coffee? 😊
Zizira is focused on Meghalaya, to unleash the unrealized agricultural and horticultural potential of our state and help farmers improve their livelihood.
Now, let us get on with the story on coffee startups in India.
Organic Ginger Is A Specialty At Duh's Farm An Mawtnum Village
A small team of three visited Duh in her farm in Mawtnum village in early May 2015. Read all about Cinnamon that grows in Duh’s field. Other than Cinnamon, Duh also grows organic ginger, bird eye chillies, Pineapples and green pepper. The fruits and vegetables she grows are sold in the local markets of Meghalaya.