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Our mission is to regenerate landscapes, revitalize communities, and reimagine agriculture as a harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.\n\n## Values:\n- Regeneration: We believe in the inherent capacity of nature to heal and regenerate. We try to mimic these systems. \n- Community Empowerment: We prioritize the well-being and empowerment of local communities through sharing and teaching from our experiences. \n- Innovation: We embrace innovation as a catalyst for positive change. By continually exploring new technologies, techniques, and approaches, we seek to push the boundaries of regenerative agriculture and inspire others to join us on this journey.\n", "hidden": false, "question": "Please describe your project's mission and values.", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "Foothills of Nilgiris, Shivmoga, India ", "hidden": false, "question": "What is the location of your land project?", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "- Cover crops implementation such as fava beans and barley are planted between main crop seasons to control erosion and improve soil health.\n- Water collection and storage systems have been implemented to supplement irrigation needs, reducing reliance on rainfall and deep wells.\n- Water cleaning and recycling initiatives are in place to address drought-prone areas and promote efficient water use.\n- Two-layer farming techniques enable simultaneous cultivation of two crops, optimizing water and land usage.\n- Native and drought-tolerant plants (millets) are grown to conserve water resources and maintain agricultural productivity.\n- Crop rotation practices enhance soil health and biodiversity.\n- Compost and mulch, including organic matter from palm, areca, and coconut trees, are utilized to improve soil structure and moisture retention.\n- Organic fertilizer preparation", "hidden": false, "question": "Summarize the regenerative activities you are engaged in.", "questionId": 3}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "\nEstablish 3 to 4 vermicompost units using agricultural waste for self-sustaining compost production, costing $400 (total cost for 4 units).\nSet up a storage unit for agricultural inputs at a cost of $550.\nUpgrade the existing bore well recharge unit to increase water capacity, costing $175.\nTrench borders and unused spaces for rainwater procurement, with an expenditure of $80.\nInstall 4 bee boxes to mitigate crop pollution, totaling $360.\nEstablish a farmers training center on agricultural land for $3,000.", "hidden": false, "question": "What particular initiatives will these funds support?", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "1. Soil Health Index: A measure indicating the overall health and quality of soil, encompassing factors such as nutrient levels, pH balance, and organic matter content.\n2. Biodiversity Species Count: The number of different species present within a specific ecosystem, reflecting its richness and diversity.\n3. Water Use Efficiency: The ratio of water utilized for agricultural purposes to the amount of water actually absorbed by plants, representing the effectiveness of water management practices.\n4. Farmer Adoption Rate of Regenerative Practices: The percentage of farmers who have incorporated sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices into their farming methods.\n5. Community Engagement: The level of involvement and participation of local communities in agricultural and environmental initiatives, fostering collaboration and support for sustainable practices.", "hidden": false, "question": "How will/do you measure or determine the impact of your efforts?", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "short-answer", "hidden": true, "question": "Your Signal phone number (for a group chat, if you have one)", "questionId": 6, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "Jmrzy82GN275uiikewuYBHnD3XbElRlHvGfHVQ27krc=", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "9ee22d4f92e903a9cadfb0076845233523b7a067334bfa01bcfa42118f595f7156c21e66c9ed4af8c0978722b68fc41748f4e980a2eab6a81cefe55de1bfb341288d2105de1c0b1d296309d5832f13878505199875ec55b210b76d471b8b4f985d0e582cb1afc9be636e4e290caf1c94fb7fc0b512609a44925056e8851a78a50000000000000020a558769566086a869fc4fbde6a6fceb5d3c2909e6b7dbf51ca104eed62eb977ca8918d490c73a2ee6474046db1c578af"}}, {"type": "short-answer", "hidden": true, "question": "Your Telegram phone number (for a group chat, if you have one)", "questionId": 7, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "Wb+HJYLceD0ib8yytFOV5iEh0O83Q9QOypib9J47y7s=", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "9affd97464f0c879ae8ae1efc5a74988b896c1db8eec6c98f85927cda0e2055de88ff37ef2689cbef9629e672c66f3114719e0e4b6bc30d3d98ea0e442818af4d680eb9dff9c1a5590766614f8140b5aac848b2a1dd2ffff717fea0d6cc362a85448c6d91088e6a33dd0de1b564d3747a98aaa1a1a0fd7366e462c78d4cbf4af000000000000002090cbc68c74d08ba3f511b10e73dfd79a22264d5b0a7076795f0ceb9acde095963bd25ccafab8fe2d2c9e235d1dde3f8a"}}], "project": {"id": "0x69a9b0405c9dd61ed1f41043424001583b60927d508257f7ab21e282e058eb3f", "title": "Krishi Unnati Regenerative Estate & Land Lab", "logoImg": "bafkreiab3tmrfzxfpcgbbkmbuspmanewqwdtk3uw7hy44gtv7cpjeirjku", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreifjjoo5h7pdqde2t2i2oj5dj4xcjvy4n6s3mpeak24qjwe4aolzpi", "protocol": "undefined"}, "website": "https://www.krishi-unnati.org/", "bannerImg": "bafkreibycxarte33varglczlwwsfn7v2xxumqzetcn2mm4krjr2cjrztva", "createdAt": 1713523928181, "credentials": {"twitter": {"type": ["VerifiableCredential"], "proof": {"jws": "eyJhbGciOiJFZERTQSIsImNyaXQiOlsiYjY0Il0sImI2NCI6ZmFsc2V9..vXWMKFF8aPO0FKPwESoBxW8a8Dz13b1G2IW-eFEyAw8lDqXB3EZFhBb82S5WQBiNOd7FA1R4MxTSMCuKJevSCA", "type": "Ed25519Signature2018", "created": "2024-04-19T10:43:06.758Z", "proofPurpose": "assertionMethod", "verificationMethod": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC#z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC"}, "issuer": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC", "@context": ["https://www.w3.org/2018/credentials/v1"], "issuanceDate": "2024-04-19T10:43:06.757Z", "expirationDate": "2024-07-18T10:43:06.757Z", "credentialSubject": {"id": "did:pkh:eip155:1:0xcc71E110D0044E0A0a2661C759a8a8f592734F55", "hash": "v0.0.0:gG3xPcoZcvqnjFU+tWinX/vkgLVhl5UYbfhrrF+H1iU=", "@context": [{"hash": "https://schema.org/Text", "provider": "https://schema.org/Text"}], "provider": "ClearTextTwitter#KrishiUnnatiOrg"}}}, "description": "# Krishi Unnati Regenerative Estate & Land Lab: Cultivating Regenerative Futures\n\n![](https://i.postimg.cc/65q8LCz2/Agroforestry.jpg)\n'Land Stewards posing at the Agro-Forestry Estate'\n\n\n## Background:\nNestled within the verdant landscapes of the Nilgiris (Blue Mountains), is home to Krishi Unnati\u2019s Regenerative Estate & Land Lab. The land steward Mr. Girish is a visionary farmer whose dedication to regenerative methods is transforming the fabric of the land and the community. Girish is also a trainer at Krishi Unnati, an NGO focussed on farming R&D and expounding its learnings through its unique \u2018Farmer Field Schools\u2019. This estate acts as a land lab of Krishi Unnati and offers all kinds of land based regenerative training. \n\n## Project Overview:\nKrishi Unnati Regenerate Estate & Land Lab aims to further work in agroforestry by implementing regenerative initiatives focused on soil regeneration, biodiversity enhancement, water cycle restoration, and community empowerment. By integrating holistic practices, this project endeavors to create a model of regenerative land management that fosters ecological resilience and social justice.\n\n![](https://i.postimg.cc/VsdgGZfm/Compost-Buffalo.jpg)\n'Composting with Buffalo Manure'\n\n\n_The Regenerative Estate & Land Lab boasts of a range of successful innovative practices:_\n- **Agroforestry**: Diverse tree species including oil palm, sandalwood, coconut, mahogany, lemon, neem, and violet plants enhance ecological resilience and economic diversification.\n- **Precision Irrigation**: State-of-the-art drip systems minimize water wastage and optimize resource utilization.\n- **Cover Cropping**: Strategic use of cover crops such as fava beans, oats, wheat, barley, and winter peas mitigates erosion and improves soil health.\n- **Rainwater Harvesting**: Reservoirs equipped with rainwater harvesting systems capture and store precipitation, supplementing irrigation needs.\n- **Two-Layer Farming**: Innovative techniques maximize land and water use efficiency.\nUpcoming Project Components:\n\n![](https://i.postimg.cc/y6yRTF9s/Pond-Lining.jpg)\n'Installation of Lining for Water Reservoir Pond'\n\n\n_Building upon these foundations, Krishi Unnati Regenerative Estate & Land Lab plans to implement the following initiatives:_\n- **Soil Regeneration and Carbon Sequestration**: Establish vermicompost units using agricultural waste and integrate regenerative agroforestry practices to enhance soil structure and promote carbon sequestration.\n- **Biodiversity Regeneration and Habitat Restoration**: Install bee boxes to support pollinator populations, cultivate indigenous plant species such as areca nut, and create biodiversity corridors to restore habitat diversity and support threatened wildlife species.\n- **Water Cycle Regeneration and Resilience Building**: Upgrade rainwater harvesting systems and implement regenerative irrigation practices such as mulching and contour trenching to optimize water use efficiency and mitigate water scarcity.\n- **Community Regeneration and Knowledge Sharing**: Establish a farmers training center and conduct practical workshops to empower farmers with regenerative insights and skills.\n\n\n## Expected Outcomes and Impact:\nThrough these regenerative projects, the Krishi Unnati Regenerative Estate & Land Lab aims to catalyze a cascade of positive impacts, including:\n- **Ecosystem Regeneration**: Improved soil health, enhanced biodiversity, and restored ecosystem services, fostering resilience and regeneration of degraded landscapes.\n- **Community Empowerment**: Enhanced livelihoods, strengthened social cohesion, and increased capacity for sustainable land stewardship among local communities.\n- **Knowledge Sharing and Innovation**: Accelerated adoption of regenerative farming practices, widespread dissemination of nature-friendly technologies, and cultivation of a culture of learning and innovation in agricultural communities.\n\n## Impact Metrics:\n1. Soil Health Index\n2. Biodiversity Species Count\n3. Water Use Efficiency\n4. Farmer Adoption Rate of Regenerative Practices\n5. Community Engagement\n\n\n## Conclusion:\nKrishi Unnati's Regenerative Estate & Land Lab is more than a project; it's a commitment to honoring the past, nurturing the present, and cultivating a legacy of abundance for generations to come. With your support, we can renovate agroforestry land, rejuvenate communities, revitalize cultures, and restore ecosystems. Together, we pave the way for a future where humans and nature thrive in mutual reciprocity.", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectTwitter": "KrishiUnnatiOrg"}, "recipient": "0xcc71E110D0044E0A0a2661C759a8a8f592734F55"}}