Farmer’s pod luck
A Sehore farmer finds a unique pigeon pea variety that bears pods three to four times in a row
Keeper of grains
An ecologist has been guarding seeds of more than 750 rare rice varieties for over a decade
Our Frugal Innovation
India is working on a model of inclusive innovation to provide solutions for people at the bottom of the heap. Will it work?
In hope of benefit-sharing
In India, there has been a cautious move towards handing over control of natural resources to local communities
Reason to celebrate?
The biodiversity bill has finally been approved by the Parliament standing committee on science, technology and the environment. But is the way …
Fact or fiction
It is time proponents of large dams opened their eyes to scientific proof that establishes the efficacy of small water harvesting structures in …
Book notice: Samagra Vikas
Diverse: this word best describes the compilation. The sources from which the articles are drawn are diverse -- The Hindu, New Scientist, Span …
Taste of sting
Shalini Dhyani shares the many virtues of Himalayan giant nettle, called bichhu ghas
Power packed green
Leafy vegetable that is a great substitute for spinach
Good catch, bad catch
What do efficient fishing gears mean to traditional fisherfolk?
Crafted tales
Startups are connecting artisans to the urban consumer by providing them an online market to showcase their craft
A taste of mountains
Jakhiya seeds are used for tempering almost all types of vegetables and curries in the Garhwal region
Those magnificent men and their machines
So-called scientific achievements of ancient Indians are no laughing matter when they are championed by the Prime Minister of India
Fertile rocky land
With help from a non-profit, graziers reinvent a soil conservation practice, turn into thriving farmers
Hopes in bloom
Sikkim’s tryst with floriculture marks a new beginning for small growers, but poor market access and a flush of imported breeds may mar its …
Back to basics
Integrating indigenous knowledge in joint forest management projects is an essential prerequisite for the success of such programmes, but years …
Toda traditions in peril
Can this tribal community in the Nilgiris survive the concrete trappings of civilisation? Tarun Chhabra on the eco-friendly Todas
"Forests are the main source of herbs"
Meghalaya's abundant flora is the basis of its traditional healthcare system. Now, rapid urbanisation and breakdown of the community structure …
No consensus
The UN Forum on Forest's fourth meet ended half a day ahead of schedule, raising doubts on the convention's ability to frame an agenda. Clifford …
Are we ready to hand over on our life-forms?
There are certain plants, vegetables and fruits indigenous to India having medicinal properties. The knowledge of these properties rests with …
Go foraging for edible plants
One person's weed can be another person's green
High on green
Moringa leaves are packed with nutrients, but very few know about it
Fast food - Poor man's amaranth is now expensive health food
Scientists classify Amaranth as a grain, but most Indians treat it as non-cereal
Indigenous knowledge offers solutions, but its use must be based on meaningful collaboration with Indigenous communities
In Aotearoa New Zealand, mātauranga Māori is the distinct knowledge developed by Māori. It includes culture, values and world view
Many Indian women denied mobile phones to keep them 'pure'
A study finds a 33 per cent gender gap in access to mobile phones in India that is inhibiting women’s earnings