Read here: https://t.co/lrXJHeOfYu #InsideMyKitchen

Discover the brewing process of the Gondenggre #community in West Garo Hills, where they craft Minil Bitchi, a traditional brew made from #stickyrice. A wild fern called Sisarat, essential to the brew, is also used. #IndigenousPeoples https://t.co/8YYmlNSMFI

"Off National Highway 37 that connects Shillong to the neighbouring states, you can spot Mei-Ramew Café from a distance." writes Nidaphi Hynniewta in our newest #InsideMyKitchen story. Read here: https://t.co/lrXJHeOfYu

Through innovative approaches, communities are transforming #schoolmeals, ensuring every child has access to healthy, locally sourced food. Community-led initiatives are filling the gaps and nourishing our future. #indigenousfoodsystems https://t.co/T7SItTArK7

American food journalist commends NESFAS efforts in food sustainability #SchoolMeals #IndigenousFood @NESFAS https://t.co/KIXbuXRLzy

#Meghalaya | In a bid to preserve indigenous food systems amidst the encroachment of commercial culinary trends, the North East Slow Food and Agrobiodiversity Society (NESFAS) organized a Mini School Meals Festival in Laitsohpliah, East Khasi Hills on Tuesday. @NESFAS

Here's a light reading written by our former intern, Anushka Biswa a student of Lady Shri Ram College for Women, University of Delhi, where she writes about her experience on a field trip in the community of Laitsohpliah. 🌿🍃 Read more

ALC follow-up meeting to enhance experiment practices! The Agroecology Learning Circle (ALC) members of Mawiong Village, Ri Bhoi, gathered to discuss activities and shared their insights and experiences, providing valuable feedback on the experiments that have been conducted.

Agroecology Learning Circle (ALC) flourish in Ri-Bhoi ALC farmers in Ri-Bhoi's Pisamhuru and nearby villages have successfully implemented Berkeley compost to improve their farming operations. These farmers have been able to enhance soil health. @mbda_meghalaya

From Agroecology Learning Circle to Farm Success. Kong Meril Rumut and Kong Mim Tynkra of Iongliwit put ALC teachings into action! Adopting natural pest and soil management methods learned in ALCs, they proudly cultivate chemical-free, healthy crops. @mbda_meghalaya

Millet revival reaches Ri-Bhoi The 'Pynkhie Im Biang' of Liarsluid, Ri-Bhoi, Agroecology Learning Circle group, under the leadership of Bah Kolishon Barim, while promoting biodiversity in their fields, has also been focusing on millet revival to support local food system

Much of the Agroecology Learning Circle's (ALC) activities are successful due to community collaboration and active participation. As we can see here, ALC members from Marmain, Ri-Bhoi participated in a gathering of knowledge sharing on best practices for crop production.

Agroecology Learning Circles (ALC) solutions prove effective. Here's a glimpse of two ginger plots belonging to ALC members Pelina Pyrtuh and Pailakor Shadap, with no signs of pest infestation. @mbda_meghalaya

The schoolchildren of Mawmihthied LP School are a vibrant group who are eager to learn and grow crops. With the support of their dedicated teachers and local Agroecology Learning Circle (ALC) members, these students are learning how to grow crops as part of their curriculum.

Ensuring local seed sustainability We understand the importance of maintaining diverse and resilient seed systems to ensure food security and promote sustainable agriculture. Through the Agroecology Learning Circles (ALCs), we encourage farmers to learn seed-saving techniques.

#Meghalaya farmers share best practices on World’s #IndigenousPeoplesDay https://t.co/PpVr5vJsSK @NESFAS

International Day for the World's Indigenous Peoples was celebrated with a successful 2-day workshop. Read more https://t.co/KWMwWv1CQC @mbda_meghalaya

Best use of natural resources saves crops from dry spell 🍃 Robilin Sangma, an ALC member from Tosekgre, West Garo Hills, resorts to the age old practice of banana stem mulching to conserve soil moisture. Read more https://t.co/l8ZLpJvI3F @mbda_meghalaya

@nesfas commemorates our local hero and freedom fighter, U Tirot Sing Syiem. #freedomfighter #commemmoration #indigenousleaders #nesfas 52 w

We are honoured that our Chairperson, Bah Nestar Kharmawphlang, represented NESFAS and the 100 Agroecology Learning Circles (ALC) of Meghalaya at the Transition Biennial, 2023, in Grenoble, France. https://t.co/gHDuUSeVVW