Enhancing Market Access and Building Capacities in On-Farm and Off-Farm Agricultural Activities Since 2021
Empowering Farmers and Youth Through Sustainable Agriculture
Vision
Self-reliant farming communities.
Mission
To promote creative and innovative climate smart agriculture by focusing more on cash crops rather than the labour-intensive, low-yielding slash and burn shifting agriculture in the north eastern states.
Our Products
Naga King Chilli
Naga King Chilli (Capsicum Chinense Jacquin) belongs to the genus Capsicum of Solanaceae family is native to the north eastern region of India. Naga King Chilli also known as ‘Bhut Jolokia’ has been considered as one of the world’s hottest chilli and entered in “Guinness hook of world records”.
The hotness of Naga King Chilli measures 1,001,304 scoville units. Naga King Chilli is believed to have originated in Nagaland and obtained Geographic Indication (GI) rights for the product in 2008. The name “Naga King Chilli” is associated with the people living in Nagaland, a state in the north-eastern part of India. Naga King Chilli grown in Nagaland is considered to the best as compared to the same chilli grown in neighbouring places.
The hotness or pungency of chilli indicates its capsaicin content. While the capsaicin is produced generally in the placenta of chillies, the Naga King Chilli produces capsaicin in vesicles found in both the placenta around the seeds and throughout the fruit. Naga King Chilli contains more capsaicin than any other chillies. The King Chilli contains vitamin A, B, C, potassium, magnesium, iron etc.
Naga King Chilli, contains genes of both Capsicum Frutescens and Capsicum chinense which is a circulatory stimulant and has many other medicinal uses. Traditionally proven records exists for effective medicinal uses –
- Relief for asthma patients at low quantities.
- Treatment of gastrointestinal abnormalities by regular consumption in small quantities.
- Tone up body muscles after heavy work exercise.
- Hot infusions for toothache and muscle pain.
- Tender leaf pastes are applied as thin coat over boils for easy removal of pus from boils.
Advanced medical applications of chillies are – fighting cancer cells, obesity, helping cells to produce insulin in Type 1 diabetes patients, fighting bad cholesterol and preventing heart diseases, relieving from diseases like rhinitis and anti-ulcer protective effect on stomach etc.
Almost all the villages and households of Nagaland grow Naga King Chilli at their small kitchen yards to medium size farms. While majority of the villagers grow this crop for their household consumption, a larger population of the state also started cultivation at the commercial scale. At present only Nagaland produce about 2500 MT organic King Chilli annually. About 450 MT of Naga King Chilli is produced annually in the project districts of Peren and Tuensang districts in Nagaland.
Ginger
Ginger (Zingiber officinale L.), an important commercial crop belonging to the family Zingiberaceae is grown for its aromatic rhizomes which are used both as spice and medicine. It is an old age crop of Asia and believed to have originated from South-East Asia.
Ginger is known as an important ingredient in the daily Indian cuisine and for health benefits. Raw ginger is composed of maximum portion of water with major shares of carbohydrates, protein and fat. Moderate amount of vitamin B, C, E as well as minerals are also present.
Ginger, not only used traditionally in the Indian cuisine, but also has a long history of Ayurvedic medicine. The important uses are as follows:
- Ginger contains Gingerol, a substance with powerful medicinal properties.
- Ginger can treat many forms of nausea, especially morning sickness.
- Ginger can reduce muscle pain and soreness.
- The anti-Inflammatory effects can help cure Osteoarthritis.
- Ginger can drastically lower blood sugar and decrease heart disease risk factors.
- Ginger powder can significantly reduce menstrual pain.
- Ginger can improve brain function and protect against Alzheimer’s disease.
- The active ingredient in ginger can help fight Infections.
While India is the leading producer of ginger in the world, North East India contributes to more 40% which is roughly 70000 ton fresh ginger is produced annually in states of Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura.
Nadia variety of ginger with high oleoresin, oil and low fibre content is widely grown in Tuensang and Peren districts of Nagaland. Other local varieties grown including Majhauley, Gorubathan have high oil content.
Black Rice
Black rice is a range of rice types of the species oryza sativa L. It is also known as purple rice, some of which are glutinous rice. This variety of rice earned its name because it was once reserved for the Chinese Emperor, for whom it was meant to ensure health and longevity.
Black Rice is a medium-grain, non-glutinous heirloom rice with a deep purple hue and a nutty, slightly sweet flavor.
Black rice is known as ‘Chak-hao’ in Manipur which is an Indian state on the eastern border with Myanmar, where desserts made from black rice are served at major feasts.
In the north east, one may find this rice grown primarily in the state of Manipur and also parts of Nagaland, where the variety is available. The rice is even protected by Geographical Indication (GI) which goes on to say that the black rice from Manipur is as unique as it gets. Upon cooking the black rice turns a deep purple hue that tastes subtly nutty and sweet making it the best rice to cook with on festive occasions and large community gatherings. It is made into kheer, porridge, black rice cakes and many other varieties of dishes.
It is considered to be rice variety with a higher vitamin and mineral content than both white and brown rice. Black aromatic rice owes its colour to powerful natural black colouring pigments called anthocyanins which boast an impressive antioxidant activity adding to the health benefits of this rice variety. In addition to being a good source of vitamins E, fibre and protein, black rice is shown to reduce inflamation levels in the body.
According to findings, black rice consumption contributes to the prevention and management of ailments such as atherosclerosis, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, hypertension, high cholestrol levels, arthritis, allergies, aging signs and even cancer.
Two varieties viz., Chak-hao ‘Amubi’ and Chak-hao ‘Poireiton’ which are quite popular in Manipur are being cultivated organically.
Pineapple
Pineapple (Ananas comosus) is one of the commercially important fruit crops of India. It is the second most important fruit crop of the north-eastern region of India both in terms of area under plantation and production.
Its area of cultivation is estimated to be about 20,126 hectares with an annual production of 1. 67,518 tons. Tripura’s Queen Pineapple received the coveted GI tag (Geographical Indication) in 2015, thus giving them the much-needed recognition that these belong exclusively to the region.
The state of Nagaland also significant production of pineapple. In the entire state, Giant Kew pineapple variety is the most popular variety cultivated. It is larger than the normal variety and average weight of a single fruit is 1.5-2kg. Nearly 25,000-30,000 plants are planted in one hectare of land. Molvom (Jharnapani) is the pioneer village In pineapple cultivation in the state, where every farmer family in the village grows pineapple.
Queen Pineapple
Fruits are Spiny, golden yellow in colour and emit pleasant aroma and flavour at the ripen stage. The fruits are harvested when eyes turns yellow during May to July. It possesses all the good organoleptic qualities. Juice is bright yellow colour. TSS varies from 100 to 140 brix depending upon the stage of maturity and season. PH 4 to 4.5, water content 80% to 90%, and Sweetness and unique aroma differentiate it with Pineapple of other region of North East India.
Kew Pineapple
Spineless & large size fruit; weight varies from 1.5 Kg. to 3 Kg. Highly juicy with TSS content 8° to 12° brix. The colour of juice is light yellow with considerable aroma and flavour and is highly suitable for canning and other value addition.
Pineapple is produced in different parts of North Tripura and Unokoti District Productivity of pineapple per hectare in Tripura is 18.73 tonnes, which is higher than the national average of 15.80 tonnes. About 57,500 MT of pineapples are produced in Nagaland annually of which the project districts of Peren and Tuensang together produce 13,500 MT of pineapple.
Turmeric
Turmeric is the dried rhizome of Curcuma Longa L. which is used as a condiment, flavouring and colouring agent, a principal ingredient in the Indian kitchens as curry powder.
The turmeric derives its taste, aroma and colour from its active ingredient `curcumin’ which is the principal phenol responsible for the yellow colour and medicinal characteristics of turmeric. The higher the curcumin content, the better the turmeric variety. It is also valued as an antiseptic for its anti-inflammatory property and is used in beauty treatment or in the cosmetic industry and dye plants.
It is the most researched spice for medicinal use and occupies prominent place in traditional medicine system for treatment of cough, flu, anemia, asthma, sprain and pain, skin diseases, sinus etc. It is loaded with antioxidant properties.
- Turmeric contains bioactive compounds with powerful medicinal properties.
- Curcumin is a natural anti-inflammatory compound. • Turmeric dramatically increases the antioxidant capacity of the body.
- Curcumin boosts brain-derived neurotrophic factor, linked to improved brain function and lowers risk of brain diseases.
- Curcumin leads to various health) improvements and reduces risk of heart disease.
- Arthritis patients respond very well to curcumin supplementation.
- Studies show that curcumin has incredible benefits against depression.
- Curcumin helps in delaying aging and fight age-related chronic diseases.
With similar cultivation practices as that of ginger, turmeric is organically grown both as pure crop as well as mixed with maize, chilly, bean, vegetable etc under both rain fed and irrigated conditions. Lakadng variety from Meghalaya known for its higher curcumin content (7-9 %) is also being cultivated in the state. Turmeric yield is up to 15 to 25 tonnes per ha.
Our Services
Training farmers and building value-addition centers for processing, packaging, and marketing, while strengthening farmer linkages.
Training
Training farmers, value-chain actors, community resource persons
Value-addition
Value-addition centres like factory for dryer, processing, juicing and packaging, labelling and marketing
Linkages
Linkages building to the farmers.
Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
The company's Unique Selling Proposition (USP) highlights its deep connection to the tribal community in a remote region, commitment to promoting organic agriculture through natural farming techniques, and a distinctive name with strong potential appeal.
Tribal Enterprise
A company of the tribal community in a remote region
Organic Ventures
A company promoting organic agriculture produce through natural farming techniques.
Name That Resonates
Uniqueness of the name that may have massive appeal.
Problems we are solving
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Lack of awareness of the money economy among farmers.
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Lack of awareness of the growing market economy among the tribal communities.
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Dwindling livelihood while focusing on traditional agriculture - the slash and burn shifting agriculture.
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Lack of market access.
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Less knowledge of improved seeds, technological / IT application, and better post-harvest handling.
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Lack of awareness on commercially viable crops.
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