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Uncovering the Everyday Struggles: Life in Bheth Village,Baijnath Himachal Pradesh
February 13th, 2024 In the quiet village of Bheth, near Paprola(Baijnath) in Himachal Pradesh, the lives of its women tell a story of challenges and acceptance. A recent discussion shed light on their daily reality, revealing a simple yet tough existence that often goes unnoticed. The struggle for progress is arduous, and the path to prosperity…
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“Connecting Livestock rearing Communities to Care: Lessons from Baijnath”
February 13th, 2024 Our journey into the heart of rural India brought us to Bhattu Baijnath, where the Himmothan Society Tata Trust, a prominent NGO, organized a Farmer Interaction Workshop. In this blog post, we unravel the experiences from our visit to Baijnath, focusing on the intersection of healthy living, community engagement, and the challenges…
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Transect Walk: A Valuable Data Collection Tool for Disaster Planning and Livestock Well-Being
February 24th, 2024 December 16, 2023 Transect Walk: A Valuable Data Collection Tool for Disaster Planning and Livestock Well-Being In a collaborative effort, a team of veterinary scientists from Lala Lajpat Rai Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Hisar, embarked on a transect walk in the picturesque village of Kandwari, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh. Supported by local…
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Building Resilience in Agriculture: Key Takeaways from the FPO Outlet Near Baijnath
February 24th, 2024 December 8, 2023 In a picturesque corner near Palampur(Baijnath),Himachal Pradesh,India an initiative has been taken in the form of a Farmer Producer Organization (FPO) Outlet. This outlet, a brainchild of dedicated farmers, has become a symbol of self-sufficiency, sustainability, and community strength. A Bounty of Produce: One of the key attractions of…
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Livestock Rearing in Chandpur: A Glimpse into Palampur’s Dairy Livelihoods
May 11th, 2024 Chandpur, a small village near Palampur, is home to a community connected to their livestock. Recently, interns from the Veterinary College visited to learn more about how animals are cared for here. Mainly Dairy Cows: Most families in Chandpur raise dairy cows. Each family typically has one or two cows, producing about 3…
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Changing the SmallScale Dairy Landscape: Essential Lessons from Palampur
May 18th, 2024 Introduction As part of my ongoing field-based research project activities, I recently visited 28 dairy-rearing households in the villages of Bandala and Saliyana, located just 3-4 kilometers from our college. Over the course of two days, I observed the dairy farming practices of 28 farmers, predominantly women. The stark differences in management…