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MEVEDIR undertakes contract farming with various groups of farmers. A farmers’ group
is selected on the basis of their proximity to each other, their existing traditional
practices of upland farming and their ability to learn and adapt modern organic
practices. All the farmers in the group are trained in scientific organic farm management
leading to organic certification which requires the strict adherence to the Internal
Quality System.
MEVEDIR currently operates in 1100 hectares of certified land in which more than
1200 farmers are under various groups adhering to the principles of organic farming.
Similarly, additional
2000 hectares of land with more than 2200 farmers is under
conversion. The Internal Control System and farm management services are rendered
by MEVEDIR.
To strengthen the farmers groups and monitor farm activities,
MEVEDIR has established
field offices in strategic locations manned with competent and trained professionals.
Benefits ensured by MEVEDIR to Farmer Groups.
• Introduction of appropriate technologies to enhance the fertility of the soil
in a
sustainable manner.
• Marketing support for the organic produce.
• Facilitation of direct
market linkage between the producers and consumers.
• Processing and value addition to the surplus organic produce.
• Advisory services on crop, nutrient and disease management,
• Facilitation for timely farm inputs.
• Regular training on capacity building and skill development.
• Awareness and community mobilization on environment friendly practices.
• Organize and extend CSR services to farming communities.
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