Community Agro-biodiversity Conservation Award 2022

Mr Suresh

Mr Suresh in his Kuruchiya Tharavad with 42 families in 24 acres of land has been efficiently managing the abundant upland and wetland crop diversity in the changing climatic conditions. At present, 8 traditional rice varieties, 5 species, 4 tubers, banana, Native cow breeds, buffalo, duck and other poultry breeds are in the farm.

Mr Gopinathan, Alathoor

Mr Gopinathan from Alathoor is conserving 7 traditional rice varieties, more than 10 vegetables, 4 tuber crops, 5 spices, pulses along with native cattle and poultry breeds and fish cultivation in his 20acre farm. To deal with frequent drought occurrences in the region, he is also conserving the traditional water systems of Wayanad.

Mr Anil

Mr Anil from Noolpuzha was also awarded for his initiative in conserving the traditional rice and vegetable diversity of Wayanad amidst wildlife conflict. He is conserving 21 types of vegetables, 5 tuber crops, 4 banana varieties, 2 aromatic rice varieties, native cattle and poultry breeds at his 3 acres of farm.

Mrs Kumbhamma

Mrs Kumbhamma was awarded for her efforts in conserving upland crop diversity at an advancing age. Despite the hurdles faced being a differently abled woman, Kumbhamma has efficiently transformed her challenges into opportunities and is a role model for generations across all age groups. In her 2.5 acres of land, she is cultivating various types of vegetables, pepper, banana and tuber varieties.