Lawrencedale Agro Processing India (LEAF), India’s premier sustainable agriculture company, is extending its reach to the tribal farmers in the remote regions of the Eastern Ghats, specifically in Lambasingi and Chintapalli areas of Andhra Pradesh, with a strong focus on climate change solutions.
Its initiative aims to transform the agricultural landscape of these regions, fostering sustainable livelihoods and economic resilience for marginalised tribal farmers. This latest effort builds on more than a decade of globally recognised, award-winning work in the Western Ghats, which has already improved the livelihoods of 1.5 million marginalised farmers across India.
Palat Vijayaraghavan, founder and CEO of LEAF, said, “Our mission is to bring meaningful and sustainable improvements to the lives of tribal farmers who rely on marginal and small-hold farmland. The pristine reserve areas of the Eastern Ghats need preservation, and we are committed to supporting these communities through innovative agricultural practices that also address climate change.”
It employs comprehensive strategies to transform the lives of marginalised farming communities while tackling climate change. These strategies include sustainable agricultural development programmes, financial inclusion services, and value chain services. Each initiative is specifically tailored to address the unique challenges faced by tribal farmers, ensuring sustainable livelihood improvements.
Central to its mission is the promotion of climate-resilient agricultural practices. The company’s Digitised Agricultural Extension Services provide farmers with access to advanced knowledge and techniques that enhance soil regeneration, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and ensure the production of high-quality, safe-to-consume harvests.
Vijayaraghavan said, “Our goal is to empower farmers with the tools and knowledge they need to cultivate their lands sustainably and profitably. By implementing environmentally sustainable practices, we not only improve farmers’ productivity but also make a significant contribution to combating climate change.”
