Farmers

Through its unique fellowships in social entrepreneurship and responsible enterprise, Access Livelihoods is helping young changemakers work directly with farmers, educators, and waste workers, gaining hands-on experience while learning how to design impactful solutions for India’s growing problems.

Ex-IAS Kahan Singh Pannu developed the SRB technique that enables Punjab farmers to grow paddy using just 25 percent of water traditionally used, saving costs and conserving groundwater.

Vaibhav Tidke runs 'Moomba' along with his friends. They use patented Solar Conduction Dryer (SCD) technology to turn damaged and lower-grade crops into shelf-stable food ingredients.

Satyam Bhandari, Rohit Negi, and Mohit Rana launched 'Foreka' under 'Heart in Hills', promoting fair trade, cold-pressed oils, and sustainable livelihoods for rural farmers.

In 2025, the Indian government has prioritised crop insurance to safeguard farmers' livelihoods from unpredictable natural disasters. With increased funding and tech innovations, this scheme aims to provide financial stability and foster agricultural growth.

Aman Kumar at Nutty Village in Unnao is helping improve the lives of peanut farmers by providing them with the resources, market access, and fair prices they need to overcome agricultural challenges.

From journalist to agricultural pioneer, Ravi Prakash Maurya is spreading the health benefits of black potatoes, helping over 500 farmers grow nutrient-rich crops.

Ezhil Subbian, founder of String Bio, leverages biotechnology to solve the problem of sustainable food production by employing methane as a resource.

After leaving her successful academic career behind, Trupti Dhakate embraced her passion for sustainable farming. By turning agricultural waste into valuable mushroom crops, she’s helping farmers grow nutritious food while tackling pollution.

Earthen Tunes is redefining sustainable footwear with water-resistant, durable shoes made from Deccani wool.