The 'Beej Bachao Andolan' [BBA], begun in the late 1980s, is twenty five year old, led by farmer and social activist Vijay Jardhari. The Andolan started in the village Jardhargaon of district Tehri, Uttaranchal, famous for its unique movement to save the traditional seeds of the hills.
The 'Beej Bachao Andolan' [Save the Seed Movement or BBA] is not only a crusade to conserve traditional seeds but also to promote agriculture and local tradition.
A farmer and social activist, Vijay Jardhari realized that modern agriculture was destroying traditional farming. Crop yields of the high-yielding varieties in the modern agriculture were actually low; soil fertility was declining leading to an increasing dependence on toxic chemicals. Along with other activities of chipco movement, Jardhari formed the BBA to promote traditional agriculture and crop varieties.
In the valley of Ramasirain, Uttarkashi district, Farmers were growing a distinctive variety of red rice called chardhan. The rice was nutritious and suited to local requirements and conditions. Farmers also grew indigenous varieties like thapchini, jhumkiya, rikhwa and lal basmati. Agriculture here was untouched by modern practices and good yields were obtained without the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. What the farmers here were doing was avoiding monoculture in a method called baranaja [12 grains] that involves the multicropping of a no. Of cereals and legumes. This diversification is security against drought and crop failure. Different crops are harvested at different times of the year and ensure year-round supply of food. This also maintain soil fertility replenishes nitrogen.
Today BBA has about 150 varieties of paddy from which 100 different varieties can still be grown. BBA has also collected 170 varieties of rajma. Effective pest control is accomplished by using the leaves of the walnut and neem, and the application of the ash and cow's urine. The use of traditional farming methods and seeds has resulted higher yields, improved health of humans and increased conservation of soil fertility and agro-biodiversity.
The Beej Bachao Andolan is a movement in India dedicated to the conservation of indigenous seeds and promoting sustainable agriculture practices. It aims to preserve traditional seed varieties and promote biodiversity in agriculture to ensure food security for future generations. The movement also advocates against the use of genetically modified seeds and supports organic farming methods.
The Beej Bachao Andolan (Save the Seed Movement) was started by farmer and environmental activist Vijay Jardhari along with the residents of the Uttarakhand region in India to preserve traditional seed varieties and promote sustainable agriculture practices.
"Protect, preserve, and cherish our mountains: Keep them clean, green, and serene!"
The Narmada Bachao Andolan is a social movement in India that protests against the construction of large dams on the Narmada River. It aims to protect the environment, uphold the rights of local communities, and raise awareness about the impact of such dams on people's lives and livelihoods. The movement advocates for sustainable development practices and inclusive decision-making processes.
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The Beej Bachao Andolan (Save the Seed Movement) was started by farmer and environmental activist Vijay Jardhari along with the residents of the Uttarakhand region in India to preserve traditional seed varieties and promote sustainable agriculture practices.
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The Narmada Bachao Andolan social movement benefits poor communities through the promotion of alternative water reticulation programs.
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The Narmada Bachao Andolan in India is a movement against large dams being built along the Narmada River. The movement protests the environmental and social impacts of these dams on local communities, including displacement of people and loss of livelihoods.