Sustaining & Enhancing the Momentum for Innovation and Learning around the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) in the Lower Mekong River Basin (SRI-LMB)
SRI-LMB Newsletter Vol.3 Issue 2, Year 2015Sri Lmb
The farmers participatory action research (FPAR) trained farmers are enthusiastically adopting and promoting SRI practices with other farmers in their communities and nearby villages. Over 5,000 rice farmers across Cambodia, Thailand, Laos and Vietnam are learning SRI methods at 172 sites across 11 provinces. Despite delayed monsoons, SRI crops have shown better tolerance to drought, pests, and diseases compared to conventional crops. The SRI techniques of transplanting younger seedlings, wider spacing, and keeping soil moist have provided farmers hope for better yields and healthy crops this season.
The document describes a Farmer Field School conducted in Nepal to improve goat management practices. Twenty-seven farmers participated in the school over the course of a year. Through observation, experimentation, and discussion, the farmers identified improved practices around goat housing, feeding, breeding, and health. Key results included shorter times to first mating (176 vs 283 days) and kidding (322 vs 433 days) compared to traditional practices, as well as higher average monthly weight gain (3.09 vs 1.20 kg). The school empowered farmers to take control of improving productivity and make better management decisions.
This document summarizes a training program conducted by the BCT Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Visakhapatnam, India to provide unemployed tribal youth skills in nursery raising of agricultural and horticultural crops. The 6-month residential training program taught youth skills like seedling production using pro-trays, nursery maintenance, and landscaping to help generate livelihoods. An evaluation found the training increased participants' knowledge and work efficiency by 58.55%, allowing many to start their own nursery businesses. The program aimed to reduce unemployment and stabilize the socio-economic status of tribal communities through imparting practical skills.
This document summarizes the rural agricultural work experience and agro-industrial attachment of six students at Dr. KALAM Agricultural College in Bihar. It describes the objectives and process of RAWEP programs, which provide students hands-on experience working with farmers. It also discusses the students' training at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Jalalgarh, including common government agriculture schemes, crop diseases and insects, and cultivation of crops like mushrooms and makhana.
SRI-LMB Newsletter Vol.3 Issue 2, Year 2015Sri Lmb
The farmers participatory action research (FPAR) trained farmers are enthusiastically adopting and promoting SRI practices with other farmers in their communities and nearby villages. Over 5,000 rice farmers across Cambodia, Thailand, Laos and Vietnam are learning SRI methods at 172 sites across 11 provinces. Despite delayed monsoons, SRI crops have shown better tolerance to drought, pests, and diseases compared to conventional crops. The SRI techniques of transplanting younger seedlings, wider spacing, and keeping soil moist have provided farmers hope for better yields and healthy crops this season.
The document describes a Farmer Field School conducted in Nepal to improve goat management practices. Twenty-seven farmers participated in the school over the course of a year. Through observation, experimentation, and discussion, the farmers identified improved practices around goat housing, feeding, breeding, and health. Key results included shorter times to first mating (176 vs 283 days) and kidding (322 vs 433 days) compared to traditional practices, as well as higher average monthly weight gain (3.09 vs 1.20 kg). The school empowered farmers to take control of improving productivity and make better management decisions.
This document summarizes a training program conducted by the BCT Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Visakhapatnam, India to provide unemployed tribal youth skills in nursery raising of agricultural and horticultural crops. The 6-month residential training program taught youth skills like seedling production using pro-trays, nursery maintenance, and landscaping to help generate livelihoods. An evaluation found the training increased participants' knowledge and work efficiency by 58.55%, allowing many to start their own nursery businesses. The program aimed to reduce unemployment and stabilize the socio-economic status of tribal communities through imparting practical skills.
This document summarizes the rural agricultural work experience and agro-industrial attachment of six students at Dr. KALAM Agricultural College in Bihar. It describes the objectives and process of RAWEP programs, which provide students hands-on experience working with farmers. It also discusses the students' training at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Jalalgarh, including common government agriculture schemes, crop diseases and insects, and cultivation of crops like mushrooms and makhana.
Report on industrial attachment in Uttarakhand Co-operative Dairy Federation ...Vikas Tiwari
Report on industrial attachment at N.D.U.S.S. aanchal Dairy lalkuan.
Uttarakhand Co-operative Dairy Federation Ltd:
Uttarakhand Co-operative Dairy Federation Ltd (UCDF Ltd.) is an apex level state federation of district milk Co-operative unions in the state of Uttarakhand.
It was established in the year 2001, under registration no:555,Dated 12-03-2001, with its head office at Mangal Parao, Haldwani (Nainital) for the successful implementation of the dairy programmes in the state. Product branding is "AANCHAL“.
The UCDF Ltd came into existence as a successor body to the Uttar Pradesh Co-operative Dairy Federation Ltd. after the formation of Uttarakhand as 27th state on 9th Nov, 2000.
The UCDF Ltd is registered under the Uttarakhand state cooperative act in the year 2001.
Report on RAWE and Agro-industrial attachment 2022Deependra Gupta
The document discusses Deependra Gupta's progressive report on the Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE) and Agro-Industrial Attachment (AIA) program, which provides students hands-on experience in rural villages and agriculture industries. The report details the various activities Gupta participated in at KVK-II Katiya, including growing crops, celebrating soil day, vermicomposting, and interacting with farmers. The village attachment portion of the RAWE program exposed Gupta to the socioeconomic conditions and land use of Katiya village with 584 families and a population of 1260.
INDUSTRIAL ATTACHMENT at Aanchal Dairy N.D.U.S.S. LalkuanVikas Tiwari
MOTTO of Organisation: “of the people, by the people, for the people”
Uttarakhand Co-operative Dairy Federation Ltd:
Uttarakhand Co-operative Dairy Federation Ltd (UCDF Ltd.) is an apex level state federation of district milk Co-operative unions in the state of Uttarakhand.
It was established in the year 2001, under registration no:555,Dated 12-03-2001, with its head office at Mangal Parao, Haldwani (Nainital) for the successful implementation of the dairy programmes in the state. Product branding is "AANCHAL“.
The UCDF Ltd came into existence as a successor body to the Uttar Pradesh Co-operative Dairy Federation Ltd. after the formation of Uttarakhand as 27th state on 9th Nov, 2000.
The UCDF Ltd is registered under the Uttarakhand state cooperative act in the year 2001.
Group F is presenting their RAWE program report for the academic year 2018-19. They adopted the village of Ferozpora and conducted various surveys and activities there. They made maps of the village and collected demographic data which showed a population of 1765 people, most working in agriculture. They visited important facilities in the village and interviewed farmers. The group demonstrated soil sampling and distributed soil test reports. They analyzed the crop production and highlighted issues like lack of improved varieties and knowledge of nutrient management. The group's activities helped them gain understanding of rural life and the socio-economic status of the local community.
This document provides an overview of the Farmer Field School (FFS) approach. Some key points:
- FFS consists of groups of farmers who study topics like conservation agriculture, organic farming, livestock, and income generation through hands-on learning and discussion.
- The approach aims to empower farmers with knowledge and skills to make them experts on their own land through critical thinking, problem solving, and organizing skills.
- Essential elements include a group of 20-25 farmers, a field that serves as the teaching site, a facilitator, a curriculum tailored to local needs, a program leader, and financing.
- Characteristics include practical farmer-led training, observation and experimentation in the
This document summarizes a student's presentation on their Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE) program. The key points are:
- The RAWE program is a 60-day program in the 7th semester where students gain hands-on experience in rural villages. Its aim is to acquaint students with farming situations and practical agricultural knowledge.
- The student discusses the history and importance of RAWE programs in India. They also outline the objectives of the program which include understanding rural life, farming problems, and developing skills like communication and problem-solving.
- The document then details the student's involvement in farm activities during their RAWE placement, including surveys and data collection in the villages of Rora, Batta
SIMPLE is a Non Governmental Organisation founded by Wing Commander Krishna Rao (Retd) for promoting Organic, Bio Dynamic, Natural and Carbon Farming besides other objectives.
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAMME
On “Processing of Fruits and Vegetables for value addition & Commercial Horticulture (Vegetable Production and Marketing)”
REPORT By Vikas Tiwari (UUHF/16031)
COLLEGE OF HORTICULTURE
V.C.S.G. UTTARAKHAND
UNIVERSITY OF HORTICULTURE & FORESTRY BHARSAR, PAURI GARHWAL, UTTARAKHAND 246123
in Partial fulfillment of the requirements for the course
of “Horticulture Work Experience” B.Sc. Horticulture (Hons.)
4th year- May 2020
EL is for building (or reinforcing) skills in project development and execution, decision-making, individual and team coordination, approach to problem-solving, accounting, marketing and resolving conflicts, etc. Carefully calibrated activities help the participants to explore and discover their own potential and both activities and facilitation play a critical role in enhancing team performance.
EL provides the students an excellent opportunity to develop analytical and entrepreneurial skills and knowledge through meaningful hands on experience, confidence in their ability to design and execute project work.
The Main Objectives of EL
• To promote professional skills and knowledge through hands on experience.
• To build confidence and ability to work in project mode.
• To acquire enterprise management capabilities. The experiential learning program will be offered for 180 days (one semester) period in the final year.
• Experiential Learning aims towards Practical Work Experience in Real Life Situation among the undergraduate students and therefore it helps student become “Job Providers rather than Job Seekers”.
The document provides a progress report from an internship at Bhola Paswan Shastri Agricultural College in Purnea, Bihar. It summarizes activities conducted at the college including simulation games, farm visits, and guest lectures. It then details activities conducted at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Araria, including soil sampling and analysis, farmer training programs, and crop pest identification. Constraints faced by farmers in the region are identified as lack of quality inputs, mechanization, soil health issues, and marketing and infrastructure problems. The intern concludes they gained knowledge on crop production practices, local resources, and challenges in technology transfer.
1. The document summarizes a presentation on rural system analysis done by Jutan Das at the College of Agriculture, Tripura.
2. During the RAWE program, Jutan Das spent 29 days at the Divyodaya Krishi Vigyan Kendra where he learned about rural system analysis and participated in practical works like PRA exercises, nursery preparation, and training programs.
3. The presentation describes PRA tools used in Bramhan Puskarani village, a farmer named Khukan Sarkar and his land holdings and crops, and issues faced by farmers in the area like unavailability of good seeds, high labor costs, and irrigation problems.
The document provides information about the College of Agriculture in Bhawanipatna, Odisha. It details the establishment of the college in 2009 under Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology. It provides statistics about current student enrollment, staffing levels, and facilities available at the college including the library, nursery, and student plot. It also outlines some of the extension activities conducted by faculty members and achievements of the college and its students over the past year.
This document provides information about the College of Agriculture in Bhawanipatna, Odisha, India. It summarizes the college's establishment in 2009, current enrollment of 184 students selected through state and national entrance exams, and facilities including hostels and ongoing construction projects. It also notes the college's staffing status, with 23 approved teaching positions of which 17 are currently filled, and 16 approved non-teaching positions of which 8 are filled.
The document summarizes Gurleen Kaur Virk's Rural Agriculture Work Experience (RAWE) program. The objectives of the program were to gain knowledge of agricultural technologies used by farmers and develop communication skills. Activities included guest lectures, village surveys, farm visits, educational trips, and industrial visits focused on dairy, seeds, fisheries, and more. Through these experiences, Gurleen learned about farming practices, gender roles, and profitable subsidiary occupations to diversify from traditional wheat-paddy cropping.
B4FA 2012 Tanzania: Cassava multiplication in Mkuranga - Derick Samwelb4fa
Presentation at the November 2012 dialogue workshop of the Biosciences for Farming in Africa media fellowship programme in Arusha, Tanzania.
Please see www.b4fa.org for more information
The document describes the history and methodology of farmer field schools (FFS). It notes that FFS were originally developed in Indonesia in the 1980s to address the overuse of toxic pesticides. FFS place control of small-scale agroecosystems in the hands of local farmers through participatory, discovery-based learning over a full growing season. Key aspects of FFS include groups of 25-30 farmers, facilitated discussions and experiments conducted directly in farmers' fields, following the natural crop cycle. The goal is for farmers to gain expertise in sustainable agricultural practices within their local context.
SRI-LMB Newsletter Vol.4 Issue 1, Year 2016Sri Lmb
The document summarizes a workshop held in Thailand to review the SRI-LMB project. It discusses how the project trained over 7,000 farmers across 400 sites in 4 countries on climate-smart rice production techniques using SRI principles. These practices have led to higher yields, incomes, and resilience during drought compared to traditional methods. The workshop highlighted positive results from Thailand, including higher organic yields from direct seeding. Participants agreed that SRI is helping farmers adapt practices and compete globally in a sustainable way.
SRI-LMB Newsletter Vol 2. Issue 1, Year 2014Sri Lmb
This newsletter summarizes activities of the SRI-LMB Project funded by the European Union and implemented by the Asian Institute of Technology. It discusses the following:
1) Central Farmer’s Participatory Action Research programs have been established in Surin and Uttaradit provinces in Thailand to train farmers on SRI techniques through experiments comparing different rice cultivation methods.
2) National inception workshops were held in Cambodia, Lao PDR, Thailand, and Vietnam to inform stakeholders about the project and finalize country strategies and work plans.
3) A regional training of trainers event was held in Thailand to develop a common understanding of SRI principles and train project staff on participatory action research methods.
Report on industrial attachment in Uttarakhand Co-operative Dairy Federation ...Vikas Tiwari
Report on industrial attachment at N.D.U.S.S. aanchal Dairy lalkuan.
Uttarakhand Co-operative Dairy Federation Ltd:
Uttarakhand Co-operative Dairy Federation Ltd (UCDF Ltd.) is an apex level state federation of district milk Co-operative unions in the state of Uttarakhand.
It was established in the year 2001, under registration no:555,Dated 12-03-2001, with its head office at Mangal Parao, Haldwani (Nainital) for the successful implementation of the dairy programmes in the state. Product branding is "AANCHAL“.
The UCDF Ltd came into existence as a successor body to the Uttar Pradesh Co-operative Dairy Federation Ltd. after the formation of Uttarakhand as 27th state on 9th Nov, 2000.
The UCDF Ltd is registered under the Uttarakhand state cooperative act in the year 2001.
Report on RAWE and Agro-industrial attachment 2022Deependra Gupta
The document discusses Deependra Gupta's progressive report on the Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE) and Agro-Industrial Attachment (AIA) program, which provides students hands-on experience in rural villages and agriculture industries. The report details the various activities Gupta participated in at KVK-II Katiya, including growing crops, celebrating soil day, vermicomposting, and interacting with farmers. The village attachment portion of the RAWE program exposed Gupta to the socioeconomic conditions and land use of Katiya village with 584 families and a population of 1260.
INDUSTRIAL ATTACHMENT at Aanchal Dairy N.D.U.S.S. LalkuanVikas Tiwari
MOTTO of Organisation: “of the people, by the people, for the people”
Uttarakhand Co-operative Dairy Federation Ltd:
Uttarakhand Co-operative Dairy Federation Ltd (UCDF Ltd.) is an apex level state federation of district milk Co-operative unions in the state of Uttarakhand.
It was established in the year 2001, under registration no:555,Dated 12-03-2001, with its head office at Mangal Parao, Haldwani (Nainital) for the successful implementation of the dairy programmes in the state. Product branding is "AANCHAL“.
The UCDF Ltd came into existence as a successor body to the Uttar Pradesh Co-operative Dairy Federation Ltd. after the formation of Uttarakhand as 27th state on 9th Nov, 2000.
The UCDF Ltd is registered under the Uttarakhand state cooperative act in the year 2001.
Group F is presenting their RAWE program report for the academic year 2018-19. They adopted the village of Ferozpora and conducted various surveys and activities there. They made maps of the village and collected demographic data which showed a population of 1765 people, most working in agriculture. They visited important facilities in the village and interviewed farmers. The group demonstrated soil sampling and distributed soil test reports. They analyzed the crop production and highlighted issues like lack of improved varieties and knowledge of nutrient management. The group's activities helped them gain understanding of rural life and the socio-economic status of the local community.
This document provides an overview of the Farmer Field School (FFS) approach. Some key points:
- FFS consists of groups of farmers who study topics like conservation agriculture, organic farming, livestock, and income generation through hands-on learning and discussion.
- The approach aims to empower farmers with knowledge and skills to make them experts on their own land through critical thinking, problem solving, and organizing skills.
- Essential elements include a group of 20-25 farmers, a field that serves as the teaching site, a facilitator, a curriculum tailored to local needs, a program leader, and financing.
- Characteristics include practical farmer-led training, observation and experimentation in the
This document summarizes a student's presentation on their Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE) program. The key points are:
- The RAWE program is a 60-day program in the 7th semester where students gain hands-on experience in rural villages. Its aim is to acquaint students with farming situations and practical agricultural knowledge.
- The student discusses the history and importance of RAWE programs in India. They also outline the objectives of the program which include understanding rural life, farming problems, and developing skills like communication and problem-solving.
- The document then details the student's involvement in farm activities during their RAWE placement, including surveys and data collection in the villages of Rora, Batta
SIMPLE is a Non Governmental Organisation founded by Wing Commander Krishna Rao (Retd) for promoting Organic, Bio Dynamic, Natural and Carbon Farming besides other objectives.
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAMME
On “Processing of Fruits and Vegetables for value addition & Commercial Horticulture (Vegetable Production and Marketing)”
REPORT By Vikas Tiwari (UUHF/16031)
COLLEGE OF HORTICULTURE
V.C.S.G. UTTARAKHAND
UNIVERSITY OF HORTICULTURE & FORESTRY BHARSAR, PAURI GARHWAL, UTTARAKHAND 246123
in Partial fulfillment of the requirements for the course
of “Horticulture Work Experience” B.Sc. Horticulture (Hons.)
4th year- May 2020
EL is for building (or reinforcing) skills in project development and execution, decision-making, individual and team coordination, approach to problem-solving, accounting, marketing and resolving conflicts, etc. Carefully calibrated activities help the participants to explore and discover their own potential and both activities and facilitation play a critical role in enhancing team performance.
EL provides the students an excellent opportunity to develop analytical and entrepreneurial skills and knowledge through meaningful hands on experience, confidence in their ability to design and execute project work.
The Main Objectives of EL
• To promote professional skills and knowledge through hands on experience.
• To build confidence and ability to work in project mode.
• To acquire enterprise management capabilities. The experiential learning program will be offered for 180 days (one semester) period in the final year.
• Experiential Learning aims towards Practical Work Experience in Real Life Situation among the undergraduate students and therefore it helps student become “Job Providers rather than Job Seekers”.
The document provides a progress report from an internship at Bhola Paswan Shastri Agricultural College in Purnea, Bihar. It summarizes activities conducted at the college including simulation games, farm visits, and guest lectures. It then details activities conducted at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Araria, including soil sampling and analysis, farmer training programs, and crop pest identification. Constraints faced by farmers in the region are identified as lack of quality inputs, mechanization, soil health issues, and marketing and infrastructure problems. The intern concludes they gained knowledge on crop production practices, local resources, and challenges in technology transfer.
1. The document summarizes a presentation on rural system analysis done by Jutan Das at the College of Agriculture, Tripura.
2. During the RAWE program, Jutan Das spent 29 days at the Divyodaya Krishi Vigyan Kendra where he learned about rural system analysis and participated in practical works like PRA exercises, nursery preparation, and training programs.
3. The presentation describes PRA tools used in Bramhan Puskarani village, a farmer named Khukan Sarkar and his land holdings and crops, and issues faced by farmers in the area like unavailability of good seeds, high labor costs, and irrigation problems.
The document provides information about the College of Agriculture in Bhawanipatna, Odisha. It details the establishment of the college in 2009 under Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology. It provides statistics about current student enrollment, staffing levels, and facilities available at the college including the library, nursery, and student plot. It also outlines some of the extension activities conducted by faculty members and achievements of the college and its students over the past year.
This document provides information about the College of Agriculture in Bhawanipatna, Odisha, India. It summarizes the college's establishment in 2009, current enrollment of 184 students selected through state and national entrance exams, and facilities including hostels and ongoing construction projects. It also notes the college's staffing status, with 23 approved teaching positions of which 17 are currently filled, and 16 approved non-teaching positions of which 8 are filled.
The document summarizes Gurleen Kaur Virk's Rural Agriculture Work Experience (RAWE) program. The objectives of the program were to gain knowledge of agricultural technologies used by farmers and develop communication skills. Activities included guest lectures, village surveys, farm visits, educational trips, and industrial visits focused on dairy, seeds, fisheries, and more. Through these experiences, Gurleen learned about farming practices, gender roles, and profitable subsidiary occupations to diversify from traditional wheat-paddy cropping.
B4FA 2012 Tanzania: Cassava multiplication in Mkuranga - Derick Samwelb4fa
Presentation at the November 2012 dialogue workshop of the Biosciences for Farming in Africa media fellowship programme in Arusha, Tanzania.
Please see www.b4fa.org for more information
The document describes the history and methodology of farmer field schools (FFS). It notes that FFS were originally developed in Indonesia in the 1980s to address the overuse of toxic pesticides. FFS place control of small-scale agroecosystems in the hands of local farmers through participatory, discovery-based learning over a full growing season. Key aspects of FFS include groups of 25-30 farmers, facilitated discussions and experiments conducted directly in farmers' fields, following the natural crop cycle. The goal is for farmers to gain expertise in sustainable agricultural practices within their local context.
SRI-LMB Newsletter Vol.4 Issue 1, Year 2016Sri Lmb
The document summarizes a workshop held in Thailand to review the SRI-LMB project. It discusses how the project trained over 7,000 farmers across 400 sites in 4 countries on climate-smart rice production techniques using SRI principles. These practices have led to higher yields, incomes, and resilience during drought compared to traditional methods. The workshop highlighted positive results from Thailand, including higher organic yields from direct seeding. Participants agreed that SRI is helping farmers adapt practices and compete globally in a sustainable way.
SRI-LMB Newsletter Vol 2. Issue 1, Year 2014Sri Lmb
This newsletter summarizes activities of the SRI-LMB Project funded by the European Union and implemented by the Asian Institute of Technology. It discusses the following:
1) Central Farmer’s Participatory Action Research programs have been established in Surin and Uttaradit provinces in Thailand to train farmers on SRI techniques through experiments comparing different rice cultivation methods.
2) National inception workshops were held in Cambodia, Lao PDR, Thailand, and Vietnam to inform stakeholders about the project and finalize country strategies and work plans.
3) A regional training of trainers event was held in Thailand to develop a common understanding of SRI principles and train project staff on participatory action research methods.
SRI- LMB Newsletter Vol 3, Issue 1 Year 2015Sri Lmb
Farmers using System of Rice Intensification (SRI) management practices reported nearly double the profits compared to traditional practices, according to results from 60 research sites across Cambodia and Thailand. Higher yields from SRI, combined with lower costs and higher grain quality, increased profits. Over 120 experiments compared integrated SRI practices to full SRI demonstrations. Results presented at provincial and regional workshops found SRI increased yields by 60-100% compared to baseline. The newsletter discusses a regional workshop in Cambodia that reviewed results and planned future activities to strengthen the project across the Lower Mekong River Basin countries of Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam.
The document summarizes key discussions and outcomes from a two-day regional review and planning workshop on the System of Rice Intensification - Lower Mekong Basin (SRI-LMB) project held in Hanoi, Vietnam. The workshop brought together representatives from governments, universities, international organizations, and farmers involved in the SRI-LMB project. Participants shared results showing SRI practices led to 66% higher yields compared to conventional methods while using 30% less energy. They discussed strategies for scaling up SRI to boost small farmer incomes, food security, and environmental sustainability in the region. Recommendations included continuing to promote SRI and conservation agriculture.
Key learnings including SWOT analysis and draft plans for the next action res...Sri Lmb
The document summarizes the activities and results of the SRI-LMB project in Cambodia in 2014. Key activities included inception workshops, baseline surveys, farmer participatory action research trials across 3 provinces, and study tours. Trials tested different rice cultivation techniques and varieties. Results found that higher yields were achieved through proper spacing, fertilizer application, and seedling ages. Lessons learned will inform expansion and improvements to trials in 2015.
This document provides an overview of the Farmer Field School (FFS) methodology. Some key points:
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1. FFS was developed by FAO in Southeast Asia to empower smallholder farmers through experiential learning. Farmers conduct field experiments and make their own decisions, guided by facilitators rather than instructions.
2. The approach has since spread globally and been adapted for different crops, soils, livestock, and issues. Principles include farmer-led experimentation and observation, regular group meetings, and facilitators who provide support rather than lectures.
3. Implementation follows several steps - groundwork, facilitator training, regular FFS meetings where farmers collect data, evaluate trials, and
SRI-LMB in Laos by Viengxay Photakoun and Kongsy Xayavong from DTEAP, MAF LaosSri Lmb
This document summarizes the SRI-LMB project in Laos, which aims to increase crop yields and productivity for smallholder farmers in a sustainable manner. Funded by the EU and implemented by partners, the project trains farmers in SRI and FFS principles. It established sites in 3 provinces to experiment and train other farmers. Results from 2015-2017 showed SRI yielding higher than conventional practices, with more tillers and grains per panicle. Lessons included improving coordination, capacity building, and assisting with mechanization and integrated pest management. Moving forward, the project aims to scale up to more districts and provinces, establish farmer groups, and link SRI to seed production, agriculture centers, and markets.
Final Workshop by Kong Kea, Project Management Unit, CambodiaSri Lmb
This document summarizes activities of the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) project in Cambodia from 2014-2017. It discusses:
1. The project targeted 3 provinces and 9 districts, working with over 3,500 farmers through Farmer Participatory Action Research.
2. Major activities included training, experiments comparing SRI and conventional methods, and field days to share results. SRI led to increased yields between 2.6-4 tons/ha compared to under 2.5 tons/ha for others.
3. Costs of seed, pesticides, and fertilizer decreased under SRI, while labor increased. Key challenges were lack of labor and water. Farmers suggested addressing high input
The document discusses the evaluation and spread of the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) in Asia. It describes how SRI was developed in Madagascar in the 1980s and then spread to many other countries in Asia and other regions through trials conducted by various organizations starting in the late 1990s and 2000s. It provides details on SRI trials, evaluations and adoption in numerous countries in Asia, including China, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Cambodia, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand and Vietnam. On average, SRI is shown to increase rice yields by 78% while reducing inputs such as water, fertilizer and costs of production.
New Developments in the field of Didactics: Application for Enhancement of Ex...Premier Publishers
The study was carried out in uMzingwane district of Matabeleland South province in Zimbabwe to identify practical strategies that can be used to enhance agricultural knowledge among agriculture scholars. The research applied both tacit and informal theories (Schraw and Moshman, 1995) to identify ideal approaches in adult learning aimed to create scope for researching on agriculture learning didactics. A multi-stage random sampling was used to select 65 agriculturists (farmers) to which structured questionnaires were randomly administered. The data was analysed using a Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS, 2013). Farmers prefer learning through demonstrations (63%), participatory appraisals (17%) and question and answer (10%). There was an association in learning didactics using demonstration methods and word instruction: (X2=11.673, P<0.05). There was also strong positive correlation (r=0.8) between knowledge application using field trials and open or field days. Role plays seemed to out of be out of fashion (r=0.2). Training in agriculture should be holistic and emphasize on application of theory into practice. Some developments in the field of didactics are in harmony with training methods and approaches but they underscore the importance of matching training goals to individual, sector and national skills. There is need to rationalize and select cost effective teaching methods that consider institutional and national resource.
Farmer field school on family's chicken production and climate change adaptationSoksophors yim
The document summarizes a farmer field school conducted in TavengLeu commune in Ratanakiri province to improve indigenous chicken rearing practices. Over 8 training sessions, 12 young farmers learned techniques like separating chickens by size, building cages and biosafety fences, providing mixed feed, and constructing mobile cages for transporting chickens. Farmers applied these new skills and saw benefits like healthier chickens that grew faster. The field school faced some challenges but also demonstrated successes of the approach like motivating farmers through experience sharing.
Photo report of the field day in Sinana site of the Africa RISING project in ...africa-rising
The Africa RISING project organized a field day in two research areas in Sinana, Ethiopia on December 1, 2015 to demonstrate crop, livestock, trees and soil fertility management interventions to farmers and partners. Participants visited demonstrations of improved varieties of wheat, lentils, chickpeas, potatoes and other crops, and saw intercropping of trees with vegetables. They also learned about on-farm research on fertilizer use and conservation agriculture techniques. The field days aimed to share results and get feedback to identify effective technologies for farmers in the local conditions.
This paper summarizes the planning meeting held in Hawassa, Ethiopia, from 23-25 September 20114, for CIMMYTY’s Sustainable Intensification of Maize-Legume Cropping Systems for Food Security in Eastern and Southern Africa (SIMLESA) Phase 2 program. The meeting focused on streamlining project activities to meet objectives of the second phase (SIMLESA 11).
Presentation by Ngin Chhay, Director of the Department of Rice Crop, MAFF,
Presented at the Workshop on Consolidation of SRI Experiences, Lessons and Networking, a national SRI workshop convened in Hanoi, Vietnam, January 21-22, 2010
National Inception and Planning Workshop Report Thailand Asian Institute of T...Sri Lmb
Sustaining and Enhancing the Momentum for Innovation and Learning around the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) in the Lower Mekong River Basin
National Inception and Planning Workshop Report Thailand Asian Institute of Technology, 29-30 January 2014
Jan Willem Ketelaar - Save and Grow - Green rice LandscapesSri Lmb
1) The document outlines results from projects promoting sustainable intensification of rice production systems in Asia through farmer field schools and case studies from Lao PDR.
2) Key findings include increased rice yields and incomes alongside reduced input use through diversified rice-fish and rice-vegetable systems.
3) Effective communication of results to policymakers is needed to facilitate scaling out of climate-smart practices and rice sector transformation through enabling policies and investments in smallholder farmer training.
Contribution of Africa RISING validated technologies, nutrition-education interventions to household nutrition and participatory nutrition-education need assessment with seasonal food availability in Amhara, Oromia and SNNP regions of Ethiopia
We are happy to present 2nd Edition of quarterly E-news (April-June 2023). We have some good news to share with you! We are proud to have achieved so much together in 2022-23 to successfully integrating different programs, launching new initiatives like 'Value Education” and Integrated
Rural Development Project.
Visit : https://yraindia.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/YRA-Qtrly_E-News_April-June_2023_compressed.pdf
This document summarizes research on establishing rice using conservation agriculture practices in Bangladesh. Key findings include:
1) Trials of non-puddled transplanting of rice seedlings found no significant yield differences compared to conventional puddled transplanting, while reducing labor costs and increasing profits.
2) Direct seeding of rice using a versatile multi-crop planter produced similar or slightly higher yields than transplanting, with significantly higher profits.
3) Over multiple seasons, farmers' perceptions of the benefits of non-puddled rice establishment increased as perceptions of negatives decreased, indicating farmer acceptance was growing over time.
SRI-plastic mulch has led to remarkably high rice yields and widespread adoption in China, with over 500,000 hectares using the technique. Plastic mulch allows for higher yields even with 66-75% less chemical fertilizer use. Field tests across multiple locations in Sichuan province found average rice yields of over 10,000 kg/ha with plastic mulch. Plastic mulch maintains stable yields, and matures rice earlier than traditional methods. It also increases soil temperature and nitrogen efficiency while reducing water, fertilizer and labor inputs compared to other mulching techniques or no mulch.
The document summarizes findings from a study evaluating the impact of SRI capacity building interventions in four Lower Mekong Basin countries. Key findings include:
1) The percentage of farmers using recommended SRI practices, such as younger seedlings, wider spacing, and fewer seedlings per hill, increased among farmers directly involved in the interventions compared to indirect or control groups.
2) Cluster analysis showed that adoption of SRI principles like seedlings per hill and spacing had a greater impact on adaptation patterns than factors like landholding.
3) Weed management transitioned from primarily chemical or manual methods to mostly manual weeding, in line with SRI recommendations, among farmers involved in the interventions.
Lucy Fisher-SRI Networks Around the World Where to Next?Sri Lmb
This document discusses various System of Rice Intensification (SRI) networks around the world. It provides details on global, regional, and national SRI networks. The global networks discussed are SRI-Rice, the SRI Equipment Network, and the SRI Research Network. Regional networks mentioned include those in Latin America, Africa, and Asia. Several national networks are also described, such as those in the Philippines, Japan, Taiwan, India, and others. The document reflects on how to better connect these networks to support one another's work in promoting the use of SRI methods.
This document summarizes a Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) study conducted in Laos to understand the impact of SRI capacity building interventions. The study analyzed changes in crop performance, farming systems, and patterns among different farmer groups. Data was collected from 278 farmers across 9 villages in 3 provinces. Key findings include: FPAR/SRI farmers achieved higher yields than NFPAR/NSRI and control groups; most farmers realized economic profits and household gains from SRI; and mindsets around labor requirements and land suitability need to be addressed to scale up SRI. The document recommends expanding SRI to new areas, ongoing capacity building, and incentives to further promote the methodology.
Bancy - SRI in Kenya and towards SRI-Africa learning networkSri Lmb
This document summarizes research on the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) conducted in Kenya. SRI aims to increase rice yields through improved agronomic practices like transplanting young seedlings in a wide spacing and alternating wetting and drying of soils. Research found SRI increased yields in Kenya from 4-5 tonnes/ha to 7-10 tonnes/ha, used 25-33% less water, and had higher returns compared to conventional flooded rice production. SRI also resulted in less mosquito larvae survival, lower input costs, and superior rice grain quality preferred by millers. Over 5,400 farmers in Kenya have now adopted SRI techniques.
P K Viswanathan - Reflection on Key Points from Day 1 and some pointers for D...Sri Lmb
- The document summarizes key points from Day 1 of a regional workshop on System of Rice Intensification (SRI) held in Thailand.
- It discusses the opening remarks emphasizing the importance of SRI for food security and meeting UN Sustainable Development Goals.
- Technical sessions covered outcomes and learnings from an EU-funded SRI project in 4 countries, and presentations from project coordinators and farmers on achievements and recommendations.
- The document highlights the need to scale up SRI as an integrated part of conservation agriculture and increase youth participation.
B C Barah- Upscaling Strategy for Agro-Ecological Innovations for Food SecuritySri Lmb
The document discusses strategies for upscaling agro-ecological innovations like the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) in India to improve food security. It outlines the formation and mission of the National Consortium of SRI in India (NCS) to promote SRI adoption through research, practice, and policy engagement. NCS has worked to strengthen state networks, validate SRI scientifically, and influence national programs. The document also reviews NCS's activities over the years, including policy dialogues, studies on indigenous varieties and disadoption, and an innovative governance structure proposal to scale agro-ecological practices.
This document summarizes the introduction and promotion of the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) method in Bangladesh over several years through research projects and farmer engagement. Key findings include increased yields of 30-50% with SRI, lower costs, and higher profits compared to traditional methods. Farmer adoption increased over time through training programs led by organizations like BRAC and RDA. Research also found benefits of community approaches, mechanized transplantation, raised beds, and compost use for SRI.
Project Achievements – Key learning and Recommendations Sri Lmb
The document summarizes the results of a project that promoted the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) in Vietnam. Key findings include:
1) SRI adoption covered 30% of rice land in northern Vietnam, with yields 6-13% higher and net returns $2,000-4,000/ha greater than conventional practices.
2) 72 farmer participatory action research sites trained over 2,000 farmers in SRI techniques through field demonstrations and experiments on planting density, seeding rates, and weed management.
3) Input costs were 24-46% lower with SRI due to reduced seed, fertilizer, and pesticide use. However, yields were maintained or increased under S
No-till crop establishment of transplanted and direct seeded rice in Conserva...Sri Lmb
By Dr. Md. Enamul Haque
Coordinator, Nutrient Management for Diversified Cropping (NUMAN) and Conservation Agriculture Projects, Bangladesh
nted and direct seeded rice in Conservation Agriculture
Key Findings of the Evaluation of the SRI-LMB ProjectSri Lmb
The evaluation assessed the SRI-LMB project's progress towards its objectives. It found:
1) The project was highly relevant in addressing farmers' rice production issues and the needs of communities in the region.
2) Project implementation was efficient, delivering extensive outputs on budget by utilizing local partnerships.
3) Training programs effectively increased farmers' knowledge and adoption of SRI practices, though sharing with others could be improved.
4) The project had a positive impact by improving livelihoods, empowering women, and demonstrating SRI's potential to policymakers.
5) Farmers were committed to continuing SRI but require ongoing support; sustainability also depends on collaborative government policies and market access.
Project achievement and the “way forward” by WijaySri Lmb
This document summarizes a final workshop organized by ACISAI and AIT on sustaining and enhancing the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) in the Lower Mekong River Basin. It provides an overview of the completed SRI-LMB project and recommendations for next steps. The key points are:
1) The SRI-LMB project implemented SRI practices across four countries from 2013-2018, increasing yields, profits, and resilience for smallholder farmers.
2) Project activities included participatory research, demonstrations, capacity building, and knowledge sharing through various mediums.
3) Results analysis found increases in key metrics like yield, profitability, labor efficiency, and reductions in
Upscaling Strategy for Agro-Ecological Innovations for Food Security Sri Lmb
The document discusses strategies for increasing food security through agro-ecological innovations like the System of Rice Intensification (SRI). It notes that SRI has helped increase yields for smallholder farmers in a sustainable, low-cost manner. The National Consortium of SRI in India (NCS) was formed in 2006 to promote SRI adoption and conduct research on its benefits. NCS has engaged in policy dialogues, capacity building, and studies on SRI's impacts on food security, indigenous rice varieties, and factors that influence adoption rates.
This document describes the experiences of farmers in Surin province, Thailand using the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) method between 2008-2016. It provides details on:
- The number of farmer groups and members using SRI, growing from 2 groups/2 members in 2014 to 20 groups/600 members in 2016.
- The steps of the SRI rice growing method including seedbed preparation, transplanting young seedlings, direct seeding, data collection during growth stages, and harvesting.
- Benefits identified after 3 years including reduced costs, similar or better rice yields than conventional methods, drought tolerance, and easy weed control.
- Challenges faced including drought leading to weed
- The document provides a final report on sustaining and enhancing the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) in Vietnam.
- Key findings include yield gains and higher net returns from using SRI compared to conventional practices. Field experiments also found optimal planting densities, seedling numbers per hill, and seeding rates to maximize yields.
- The program established 72 Farmer Participatory Action Research sites which trained over 2,000 farmers and conducted demonstrations and studies on various SRI techniques.
Learning with the System of Rice Intensification for Food Security and Climat...Sri Lmb
The document summarizes the System of Rice Intensification for Lower Mekong Basin (SRI-LMB) project. The key points are:
- SRI-LMB was a 5-year EU funded project implemented in 4 countries (Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam) to promote the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) for improved food security and climate-smart agriculture.
- The project involved over 15,000 farmers across 33 districts and evaluated SRI practices through 582 on-farm trials. Results showed increases in yield, profitability, labor productivity, and resource use efficiency compared to conventional practices.
- Data analysis found that SRI practices led to 52
This document summarizes key policy options for smallholder rice farmers in Southeast Asian countries. It notes that rice farming provides livelihoods for millions but that smallholders face challenges from land and resource pressures. Women play a major role in rice farming but often lack support. Proper investment in smallholder agriculture is needed to ensure food security. Policy options discussed include improving education and training for farmers; developing new farming methods; enhancing market access; providing infrastructure, credit, and information; promoting gender equality; and fostering public-private partnerships. The document stresses coordinating agriculture policy across departments and implementing integrated, bottom-up approaches to support smallholder farmers in the region.
Mobilizing greater crop and land potentials: Integrating System of Rice Inten...Sri Lmb
This document discusses integrating Conservation Agriculture principles with the System of Rice Intensification to improve soil health and productivity. It explains that Conservation Agriculture, which involves no-till practices, maintaining soil cover, and crop diversity, provides an ecological foundation for sustainable intensification by protecting soil structure and biology. Integrating Conservation Agriculture with SRI has the potential to further enhance yields while reducing inputs, improving resilience, and better harnessing ecosystem services like carbon and water cycling compared to conventional or SRI systems alone. The document provides examples of how Conservation Agriculture can generate financial and environmental benefits through carbon offset programs and maintaining watershed services.
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1. SRI-LMB Newsletter Vol. 2, Issue 2: Year 2014
A bi-annual newsletter published by the SRI-LMB Project (A Project Funded by the European Union),
Asian Center of Innovation for Sustainable Agriculture Intensification (ACISAI), Asian Institute of Technology (AIT)
The views expressed in this publication do not necessarily reflect the views of the European Commission.
This project is funded by the European Union This project is implemented by the Asian Institute of Technology.
IN FOCUS
InthisIssue:
ACISAI
Steering
Committee
meeting
page 5
Farmer
Exchange
Visit 2014
page 3
Farmer in
Focus
page 6
CFPAR
completion in
Cambodia &
Thailand
page 2
Mini
Workshop
in Laos
page 4
SRI-LMB’s momentum
for innovation begins at
60 action research sites...
SRI-LMB
welcomes
new staffs
page 7
Message from Team Leader
SRI-LMB action research sites in 5 selected
provinces of Cambodia & Thailand
Farmer Trainers
at CFPAR train-
ing, Kampong
Speu, Cambodia
(left)
Weeding by
SMART Farmer,
Tron, Uttaradit,
Thailand (right)
After going through a season long in-
tensive training in dry season 2014,
the trained farmers of Cambodia and
Thailand have set up 120 field ex-
periments at 60 action research sites
in 15 districts of 5 provinces in the
wet season of 2014. The collabora-
tive enquiry and innovation process
continues to bring about the needed
changes in farmers’ capacity to man-
age their own resources to achieve
higher productivity of land, labour,
capital and water. More specifically,
the collaborative action research trials
are concentrating on how to develop
low-cost technologies for healthy and
profitable crops, how to raise the pro-
ductivity of their crops using princi-
ples of System of Rice Intensification
(SRI) and integrating with indigenous
knowledge, plus other complemen-
tary crop mangement principles, and
how to improve their farming systems
(rice - legumes, rice-fish culture, rice-
duck, rice-mushroom, etc).
They are exploring new and modified
options based on the need and choice
of their community so that the process
of experimentation and innovation
could yield locally suitable technolo-
gies to meet the larger goals of food
sufficiency and profitability.
The year 2014 was declared as International
Year of Family Farming that place small-
holder and family farming at the center of
national regional and international agricul-
tural, environmental and social policies and
emphasizes their role as agents for alleviat-
ing rural poverty and ensuring food secu-
rity for all. The SRI-LMB takes pride in
exploring these visionary ideas into action
through innovative research and extension
and put farmers at the center and strength-
ens their own efforts, particularly as they
are being most affected by, and are adapting
to, climate change variability. With chang-
ing agricultural farm scenario where women
farmers not only provide labour but also
play an important role in all aspects of crop
cultivation, conservation and commerce,
the SRI-LMB ensures 50% participation
of women farmers and works to empower
them facilitating their participation in deci-
sion making and their equitable participa-
tion in flexible training programmes and
community development efforts. The story
of Ms. Thavee Yaknam, which you will read
in this Volume, is just an example and in-
spiration for all of us to intensify our col-
laborative efforts to realize the ambitious
yet achievable goal of equitable and inclu-
sive development. Let us join our efforts.
Together we can do it...
- Dr. Abha Mishra
2. Vol. 2, Issue 2 : Year 20142
Completion of trainings on farmer
participatory action research in Thailand & Cambodia
The season long train-
ing designed on Central
Farmer Participatory Ac-
tion Research (CFPAR)
involving farmers, districts
and provincial trainers was
successfully concluded in
Thailand and Cambodia.
The CFPAR, one for each
province, was designed for
capacity building of farmer
trainers (FTs) and district
trainers (DTs) in experi-
mentation, development
of curricula on scientific,
technical, social, and man-
agerial aspects. Approxi-
ametly, 120 farmer trainers,
24/province from 5 prov-
inces, two from Thailand
(Surin and Uttaradit) and 3
from Cambodia (Kampong
Speu, Kampot and Takeo)
received intensive training
on smart way of rice culti-
vation revolving around the
principles of SRI. The ac-
tivities included collection,
compilation, analyses and
interpretation of yield and
cost benefit data along with
training on bookkeeping
and farmers participatory
action research manage-
ment aspects. These trained
farmers are now leading ac-
tion research at 60 action
research sites and handling
approximately 120 field
experiments on range of
management practices.
One hundred six (106) par-
ticipants including women
and landless actively partici-
pated in season long Central
Farmers Participatory Action
Research (CFPAR) trainings
that started early August 2014
in Kampong Speu province of
Cambodia.
As a part of CFPAR, a Field
Day was organized on 28th
November 2014 at Agricul-
tural Farmer Training and
Research Center in Kampong
Speu province by country of-
fice of the SRI-LMB Project
hosted at General Directorate
of Agriculture (GDA), Min-
istry of Agriculture, Forestry
and Fisheries (MAFF, Cam-
bodia).
The Field Day marked the
closing day of CFPAR and
aimed to culminate and
summarize the learnings from
season long CFPAR activities.
The purpose of the Field Day
was to (a) bring participants
and like-minded individuals
to participate in the evalua-
tion of experiments conduct-
ed at CFPAR; (b) evaluate
results from field experimen-
tation; (c) get impression and
advice from other stakehold-
ers and (d) plan for the next
Farmers Participatory Action
Research (FPAR).
CFPAR trained farmers are
taking lead in setting up ac-
tion research in their com-
munities as a part of FPAR
involving other farmers and
community members.
Read more at this link:
http://www.sri-lmb.ait.asia/
past/CFPARfieldday.php
A new beginning for
location-specific adaptive research...
Field Day concluded in Kampong Speu, Cambodia
Participants at CFPAR training at
Tha Tum district, Surin, Thailand
Participants at CFPAR Field day in Kampong Speu, CambodiaFarmer trainers at CFPAR training
in Kampong Speu, Cambodia
3. Vol. 2 , Issue 2 : Year 20143
“Single, younger
and wider
spaced rice plants
taking climate
variablility
in its stride ...”
Younger single seedling (“Tn Dei-
yw” in Thai) & wider spacing led to
tremendous response in plant’s vigor
that resulted to “ZERO lodging” of
the rice plants in Surin grown with
SRI. The response was not only lim-
ited to commonly grown Homali
105 (Jasmine rice) rice but also niche
varieties like Black Jasmine, Rice
Berry and glutinous varieties like Ka
Kho 6 (RD 6). Healthy and vigor-
ous growth are paying rich dividends
to the farmers and translating into
higher yield, which many SMART
farmers reported in terms of 4.6-5.5
Tons / ha, which is more than double
compared to the normal yield.
This was witnessed during a “Farmer
Exchange Visit” held in Surin, Thai-
land (10-13 Nov 2014) organized by
the Department of Non-Formal Edu-
cation, Surin in cooperation with AIT,
Thailand and FAO. The purpose of the
visit was to foster knowledge exchange
forfuellingsimilarinnovationpathways
in other project countries - Cambodia,
Lao PDR and Vietnam. A common di-
alogue platform was introduced where
farmers and district trainers from proj-
ect countries and Thailand could share
their ideas and “innovated” themselves
for ongoing/upcoming FPAR activities
in their respective countries.
The objectives of the exchange visit
were: (1) to strengthen the capac-
ity of farmer and district trainers in
designing, conducting, evaluating
and managing experiments through
Farmer Participatory Action Research
(FPAR), and (2) to strengthen regional
networking on matters related to the
implementation of SRI research and
development among farmers, exten-
sion agents and research institution
representatives. The two days visit to
SRI-LMB project sites, those included
local experimentation and SRI dem-
onstration fields in Chumphonburi
and Srikhoraphum districts of Surin,
extended cross-border peer-peer learn-
ing and enhanced the momentum for
learning and encouragement among
the learners.
The farmers and trainers are very hope-
ful to have a great start next season
with more area under SRI in Thailand
and also in Lao PDR who are going to
initiate their field set up in dry season
this year.
Read more at this link:
http://www.sri-lmb.ait.asia/past/farmer-
ex.php
Farmer Exchange Visit 2014
Participants from
Cambodia , Lao PDR
and Thailand at Farmer
Exchange Visit in Surin
province ,Thailand 2014
Mr. Meas Vannak, LMU Coordinator, Takeo
province, Cambodia at Farmer Exchange Visit
4. Vol. 2, Issue 2 : Year 20144
SRI-LMB project has commissioned
a group of consultants to conduct
the desk review on access to produc-
tive agriculture land for smallholder
farmers, landless and land poor to
identify the common characteristics,
and to negate evidence that illustrates
the process of access to and control
of productive agriculture land, and
to investigate the underlying process
behind the current occurrence of
land distribution in Cambodia, Laos,
Thailand and Vietnam.
The research analyzes its socio-eco-
nomic and environmental impact on
sustainable livelihoods, choice and
equal access to land of the landless,
land poor and smallholder famers.
This work and another policy research
study, which is being undertaken by
another group of consultants, aim
to analyze public and private policy
environment and practices towards
smallholder farmers and small-scale
agriculture in the context of food secu-
rity and climate change in the Lower
Mekong River Basin countries.
These studies will feed to policy advo-
cacy and communication dialogue ac-
tivities of the SRI-LMB led by Oxfam,
one of the partners of the SRI-LMB.
Research on access to productive agriculture land for
smallholder farmers, landless and land poor
A three-day intensive work-
shop on “Small-scale Crop
Production Equipment for
System of Rice Intensifica-
tion (SRI)” was jointly orga-
nized by SRI-Rice of Cornell
University and ACISAI. The
workshop brought 35 equip-
ment specialists from 12
countries mainly from Africa,
USA, UK and from many
Asian countries such as India,
Indonesia, Malaysia, Sri Lan-
ka, Vietnam, Cambodia and
Thailand. Farmers from SRI-
LMB project and FAO also
participated in the workshop.
A field demonstration was
organized by the Thailand
Weekend Farmers Network,
in Pathumthani province
where they have been adapt-
ing SRI techniques & equip-
ment. The participants ob-
served field demonstration of
equipment for transplanting,
weeding, seedling raising, etc.
As a follow up, a three-year
plan to design, test and enable
manufacture and distribution
of SRI equipment and techni-
cal documentation along with
standard protocols for testing
equipment was proposed. The
Workshop concluded with
the high hope on improving
current informal SRI equip-
ment as a community practice
through effective innovative
ideas and knowledge sharing.
A Mini Workshop was
organized from 19-
20 October 2014 by
Programme Management
Unit (PMU)/country of-
fice of the SRI-LMB host-
ed by the Department of
Agriculture, Extension and
Cooperatives(DAEC), Lao
PDR.
The workshop was orga-
nized to review the overall
project goals, key activities
and outcome, and discuss
the project implementa-
tion plans and also to fa-
cilitate some exercise on
participatory information
gathering tools for design-
ing of relevant CFPAR
field experiments, making
use of baseline survey.
The workshop paved the
way for the implementa-
tion of field activities in
dry season of 2014 in three
provinces of Lao PDR,
Khammouan, Savanna-
khet and Vientiane, iden-
tified by the DAEC for
the implementation of the
SRI-LMB fieldwork.
Workshop on Small-scale Crop
Production Equipment for the
System of Rice Intensification (SRI)
Mini Workshop in Lao PDR
Active participation at AITCC, Thailand (left) & intensive
field day at Pathumthani province, Thailand (right)
Enthusiastic participation at Mini
Workshop,Vientiane capital, Lao PDR
5. Vol. 2 , Issue 2 : Year 20145
On 4th December 2014, the Asian Center of
Innovation for Sustainable Agriculture Intensification
(ACISAI) conducted its Second Steering Com-
mittee (SC) meeting held under chairmanship of
Dr. Shobhakar Dhakal. The meeting was attended by
all members and Co-Directors of the ACISAI Center.
New joint publications, joint projects, support to the
student research and development of professional
master courses were discussed and agreed as plans for
the ACISAI Center. The ongoing projects, activities,
workshops, exchange visits were shared and discussed.
Dr. Anil Kumar Anal was unanimously elected as next
rotational chair of the SC. The next meeting will take
place in May 2015 coinciding with the regional plan-
ning and review workshop of the SRI LMB project.
Agriculture professionals from Ethiopia visited ACISAI
center on 25th September 2014, as a part of Professional
Development Training and Exposure Visit Program on
“Smallholder Agriculture Transformation and Good Prac-
tices in Thailand”. This is a customized program specially
designed in response to a recent request from the United
States Agency for International Development (USAID)
Project Capacity to Improve Agriculture and Food Security
(USAID-CIAFS) in Ethiopia.
Agri. officials from Ethiopia visit ACISAI Center
The program aims to enhance participant’s knowledge
and understanding of the multidimensional factors lead-
ing to smallholder agriculture transformation, and to
stress the interaction of factors within the framework of
the institutional and the management system.
Dr. Abha Mishra, Co-Director of the ACISAI shared
learning on System of Rice Intensification and good
practices for sustainable agriculture intensification in-
volving rainfed small-scale farmers of Thailand and
of Lower Mekong River Basin countries for profit-
ability, prosperity and environmental sustainability.
Dr. Avishek Datta, one of the Steering Committee mem-
ber of the ACISAI and Assistant Professor, AIT highlight-
ed on “Smallholder Farmers to be part of the Solution
of Global Food Security from Southern and Southeast
Asian Perspective”.
The overall objective was to provide the participants with
an opportunity to strengthen their knowledge and widen
their views on different aspects of smallholder agriculture
transformation.
ACISAI concludes second
Steering Committee Meeting
Steering Committee members at ACISAI Center
Agriculture professionals from Ethiopia
at ACISAI Center
6. Vol. 2, Issue 2 : Year 2014
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Farmer in Focus
Ms.Thavee Yaknam from Ban Non
Muang,Tha Tum district of Surin
province, Thailand is one of the
SMART Farmers who participated
in season long CFPAR in Tha Tum,
Surin organized earlier this year. She
is also a Farmer Trainer who is not
only leading in setting up of new ex-
periments with farmers of her village
but also converting her entire tradi-
tional rice crop under SRI manage-
ment. She is enjoined by a group of
farmers in her community and has
started adapting SRI management
for ‘Blackberry’ rice variety, which
sells in market at higher price, almost
triple as compared to local varieties.
She is very positive that SRI enabled
her to reduce cost of production to
earn better livelihood. SRI crop in
her fields did remarkably well un-
der adverse weather conditions this
year, which received much less rain
in early months of the rice growing
season. She harvested almost double,
i.e., 6 tons/ha, compared to the pre-
vious years. She encouraged visitors
to visit her farm and her SRI crop.
She continues to encourage other
farmers in her community to join
her innovative journey that she start-
ed with SRI.
“SRI is good for me because I am able to harvest good and profitable crop even
with less seed, fertilizers and with less water!”
Khun Mon, another
SMART Farmer (partici-
pated in season long train-
ing in Surin province) is
setting innovative experi-
ments in his organic farm.
He took initiative on his
own to explore various
possibilities of rice crop
management under the
principles of SRI that in-
cluded testing ‘spacing’,
‘number of seedling’ water
management--maintain-
ing ‘just moist condition’-
-by both direct sowing
and transplanting young-
er seedlings (at two leaf
stage).
After few months, there
was a transformational
change in the crop stand.
Single seedling transplants
produced on an average
38 - 40 tillers that too full
with grains. His learning
did not stop there. In early
November this year, there
was strong wind in his
area and he and his farmer
colleagues observed that
not a single plant lodged
from his SRI experimental
plots managed organically,
whereas all direct sown
plants were lodged. Khun
Mon continuously feed
his soil with all crop resi-
dues and even add fresh
biomass to the soil such
as bamboo leaves continu-
ously. One can witness the
‘living’ soil in his farm.
He is waiting for the next
rice season to test more in-
novative ideas and whole
set of SRI practice and
happy to continue to in-
spire other farmers in rais-
ing sustainable organic
SRI rice production.
The Thai PMU office at
ACISAI and provincial of-
fice managed by Depart-
ment of Non-formal and
Informal Education, Min-
istry of Education in Surin
are continuously stand by
these efforts for their suc-
cess in charting innovative
pathways of rice cultiva-
tion under SRI principle.
“I feed
the soil
to
feed my
rice”
Healthy SRI crop at Khun Mon’s farm,
Chumphonburi district, Surin, Thailand
7. Vol. 2, Issue 2 : Year 2014
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Mr. Chhit Mak joined
as National Training Ex-
pert for SRI-LMB proj-
ect in Cambodia. He has
been providing trainings
on action research, ex-
perimental design, and
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PMU and LMUs in Cambodia.
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Mr. Mitesh Vishwas
Sawant joined as a Train-
ing and Research Associ-
ate for PMU Thailand for
the SRI-LMB project. He
will be responsible for sup-
porting field experimenta-
tion in Uttradit and Surin
Province working closely with Ministry of
Education’s provincial teams and Local Man-
agement Units (LMUs) and documentation
of the results. He is a graduate of AIT from
Agricultural and Engineering field of study..
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E-mail: mitsawant@ait.asia
Mr. Kongsy Xayavong
joined as National
Training Expert for
SRI-LMB project in
Lao PDR. He has been
providing trainings on
action research, experi-
mental design, and co-
ordination support to PMU and LMUs
in Laos.
Contact details:
Office: + 856-21-732072
Email: kongsy47@yahoo.com
SRI-LMB welcomes new staffs !
Mr. Kong Kea joined as PMU/Country Co-
ordinator for SRI-LMB project in Cambodia.
He is providing guidance and coordination
support to PMU office at country level.
Mr. Kea has been playing a vital role in
promoting SRI management in Cambodia
through managing projects implemented
under General Directorate of Agriculture ,
Ministry of Agrciulture, Foresty and Fisheries.
Contact details:
Cell: +855-17- 959 727
Email: kea_ipm@hotmail.com
Mr. Phatnakhone Khanthamixay joined as
PMU/Country Coordinator for SRI-LMB
project in Lao PDR. He is coordinating PMU
Office hosted at DAEC and also providing co-
ordination and advisory support to Local Man-
agement Unit office located at provincial level.
He was working as Deputy Head for Division
of Agricultural Technique and Mechanization Promotion at Depart-
ment of Agricultural Extension and Cooperatives, Ministry of Agri-
culture and Forestry. He has experience and expertise in the area of
small farm management, project management and village and local
government development planning.
Contact details:
Office: + 856-21-732072 ; Fax: + 856-21-732092
Email: k_phat@yahoo.com
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