SEEAD For Women : Sustainable Education, Entrepreneurship and Agricultural Development for Women

 

In 2023, we developed a one year project called SEEAD For Women, meaning “Sustainable Education, Entrepreneurship and Agricultural Development” for Women. 

 

                                                 Key Achievements ​

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1. Farmer Registration & FPO Formation

• Identified and registered 300+ farmers across Madurai district.

• Established two Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs):

  • Naan Mada Koodal (NMK)

  • Annapoorna 

• Both FPOs are linked with the National Bank for Agricultural and Rural Development (NABARD) through Madurai Agribusiness Incubation Forum (MABIF) for ongoing support and collaboration.

2. Capacity Building & Training

• Conducted 40+ technical training sessions, engaging 1000+ women farmers.

• Trainings focused on entrepreneurship, sustainable farming, and marketing strategies.

• Secured government-provided warehouse facilities in Tirumangalam for women farmers lacking local storage options.

3. Market Access & Digital Inclusion

• Delivered digital marketing and eNAM training to promote online trading and market access.

• Partnered with the Government Marketing Department to connect farmers to digital and physical market networks.

4. Research & Innovation

• Established the SEEAD Research Centre, a community-owned hub for agricultural innovation and training.

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