Field Notes

Dec 2nd, 2025

For landless farmer In Basbutti village, Sunarwa Devi cultivated RH-761 mustard on five kathas and achieved a 65% higher yield than her local variety. Her earnings supported her children’s education and home improvements.

“Every flower in my field reminds me how far we’ve come.”
Her story shines as an example of how women farmers lead change from the ground up.

Field Notes

Dec 2nd, 2025

For landless farmer With Rajendra Arhar-2 seeds and exposure visits, Shekhar Koda learned to manage his 3 acres more efficiently. His yield of 125 kg matched hybrid varieties — but at just one-third the cost.

“Knowledge makes the difference — not just effort.”
Shekhar’s field now serves as a learning hub for neighbouring farmers.

Field Notes

Dec 2nd, 2025

For landless farmer With a simple Nutrition Garden Kit, Pano Tuddu began growing cucumber, okra, sem, and gourds on one katha of land. The garden now yields nearly 1.7 kg of vegetables every day — enough to feed her family of seven.

“Now our food feels fuller and healthier.”
Pano is one among 6,000 families in Jamui improving nutrition through home gardens.

Field Notes

Dec 2nd, 2025

After training at Bajrahi, Pankaj Soren tried Pant Shweta mustard seeds — and the fields rewarded him. His yield increased by 40%, with lower input costs and higher returns.

“The land rewards you when you give it care.”
In Mahengro, Pankaj’s mustard fields are now a symbol of sustainable prosperity.

Field Notes

Dec 2nd, 2025

In Nauwadih, Moti Yadav used foundation wheat seeds and consistent training to improve his yields year after year. What began as personal progress soon became a community movement — he now shares seeds and techniques with neighbours.

“When we grow together, we all prosper.”
Moti’s story embodies the spirit of collective development and shared learning.

Field Notes

Dec 2nd, 2025

Adopting the SRI method changed everything for Manwel Marandi. With Sahbhagi paddy and systematic spacing, he increased his yield from 500 kg to 650 kg this season — a 30% leap — earning ₹14,950.

“This field taught me patience — technique matters more than quantity.”
Manwel now mentors others, proving that sustainable practices can uplift entire communities.

Field Notes

Dec 2nd, 2025

For landless farmer Mantu Manjhi of Dhamna, bataiya (sharecropping) is his only route to survival. With Swarn Samriddhi seeds and training from BWF, his harvest reached 1,200 kg — a 20% jump from earlier seasons — earning him ₹27,600.

“Even borrowed land can yield hope if you farm with care.”
His success is now inspiring others who farm on leased land to seek knowledge and move forward with dignity.

Field Notes

Dec 2nd, 2025

A simple ₹10 Nutrition Garden Kit transformed Baldev Murmu’s household in Taratand.
Within weeks, his small garden began producing cucumbers, okra, beans, and gourds —
enough to add fresh vegetables to daily meals.“We no longer depend on the market. Our nutrition comes from our own hands,” he says.

Thousands of similar gardens across Jamui are improving dietary diversity,
savings, and family health.

Field Notes

Dec 2nd, 2025

In Bardon village, Badki Hembram stepped into a space long dominated by men — decisions about farming. With training and new seeds from MVDP, she produced 80 kg of Arhar, nearly a third more than before.

“I used to watch decisions being made. Now I make them.”
Her journey is inspiring women across the village to step forward with courage.

Field Notes

Dec 2nd, 2025

In Mahengro village, Arjun Soren placed his trust in learning. With Rajendra Arhar-2 seeds and careful guidance, he harvested 40 kg of pulses, earning ₹2,800 — matching hybrid seed output at a fraction of the cost.

“This crop reminded me that learning never stops.”
Arjun’s success is now encouraging others to adopt improved practices, turning learning into collective progress.