indigenous crops

Inspired by the potential of natural alternatives, Ashok Tapaswi left city life to grow Annatto trees in Fatehpur, turning forgotten red seeds into a successful natural pigment business. He is driving a movement for healthy, chemical-free sindoor and supporting farmers across India.

From vermicompost and biopesticides to indigenous herbs and food forests, over 300 millennial farmers are now providing on-ground training in sustainable farming to villages and schools in north-east India—all thanks to one man's vision!