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Multilayer Farming: A Smart Path to Sustainable Agriculture

At Vayonadha, we believe in empowering farmers with techniques that increase profitability, conserve resources, and inspire younger generations. One standout example is multilayer farming, beautifully demonstrated by Akash Chourasiya from Madhya Pradesh. Video Spotlight: Akash Chourasiya’s Approach Multilayer Cropping

The Journey of Tapioca From South America to Kerala’s Heart

Tapioca or lovingly called Kappa in Kerala, is not just a food crop here. It is a part of the state's culture, economy, and daily life. Boiled for breakfast, fried for snacks, or used in a variety of dishes,

Top 10 Government Schemes Powering India’s AgriTech & Rural Startup Boom

Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) Overview: The PMFBY provides comprehensive crop insurance coverage to farmers for protection against crop losses arising out of unforeseen events such as natural disasters, pests, and diseases. The objective is to stabilize farmer

Organic Manures & Natural Pesticides for Traditional Rice Farming

Organic Manures (Soil Health & Nutrition) Input Quantity (per acre) When to Apply Benefit Farmyard Manure (FYM) or cow dung compost 3–4 tons Before planting (basal dose) Improves soil structure and fertility Panchagavya 3–5 liters diluted in 200 L

Grow the Right Rice: Health Benefits, Prices & Cultivation Guide

Switching from conventional low-value paddy to high-value traditional rice varieties is not only profitable but also revives our food heritage and supports health-conscious consumers. 1. Black Rice (Chak-Hao / Kavuni Rice) Health Benefits Rich in antioxidants (anthocyanins) – fights

Tiny Cows, Big Impact: Brahmadathan Mozhikunnam & the Vechur Breed Revival

Introduction: Small Cows, Sustainable Future In the lush landscapes of Kerala, a unique farming hero is championing an unlikely champion—the Vechur cow, the world’s smallest cattle breed. At the heart of this revival is Brahmadathan, whose dedication has breathed

Don’t Just Grow Rice — Grow the Right Rice for Sustainable Farming and Growth

Many farmers in our region grow common paddy varieties that fetch low prices and are heavily dependent on chemical inputs, water, and seasonal uncertainties. But there is a better way — grow premium, high-rate rice varieties that the market

How Farmers Can Grow Superfoods and Reclaim Profitability with Confidence and Support

In many regions, including ours in Kerala, the story is the same — the fields are drying up, not because of water, but because of lack of motivation. Why? Because farmers are growing the wrong crops, using expensive inputs,

Vayonadha at World Environment Day 2025 – Growing with Purpose Together

On the occasion of World Environment Day, Vayonadha was proud to participate in a thought-provoking seminar hosted by FARMNET Agro Farmers Producer Company Ltd. in association with SFAC Kerala. The event was a gathering of passionate minds dedicated to

The Navara Revivalist: How P. Narayanan Unny Brought Back Kerala’s Sacred Grain

Introduction: A Forgotten Grain, A New Hope In a world obsessed with hybrid seeds, chemical farming, and fast profits, few dare to walk the harder path of patience, purity, and preservation. But P. Narayanan Unny from Chittur, Palakkad, is

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