Awakening to the eternal miracle of organic living, we seek to redefine its life-transforming dynamics for today’s world. More than the eco-friendly, sustainable, non-exploitative farming practices or processing and marketing techniques, it is a quest for an alternative lifestyle, a strategy for wholesome, holistic existence – reconnecting man and nature with the ever-revitalising cosmic forces.
Agricultural farming integrated with livestock offers a better option when we look for redemption from the travails of a materialistic, industrialised, market-oriented system of human sustenance. With our groundbreaking initiative, a 50-hectare nature farm at Mahadevpura in Mandya district – about 25km from Mysore in the south Indian state of Karnataka, our prime objective was to promote the concept of land and cow based economy in harmony with nature and specifically targetted at rural development.
Since 1994, it has become a model and source of inspiration for hundreds of farmers in the region who are now reaping the benefits of organic and bio-dynamic farming, and it is frequently sited for viability studies by various universities and policy framework for the ministry of agriculture and the state government. We have supported supported more than 10000 farmers through the process of socially responsible trade under the umbrella of Eco-Agri Research Foundation, and its area of operation today covers not only various regions of Karnataka, but also some parts of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Assam, Tripura and Nagaland
While we strive to integrate quality and prosperity in a sustainable lifestyle, our endeavour is to reach out to the underprivileged and the marginalised farmers and empower the rural poor while spreading the good news of certified quality organic products to the customers world over. Let’s make a difference to your way of life: It’s more than organic!
Since 2018, we have been working with diverse communities across the Northeast who face economic hardship, limited livelihood opportunities, and growing social vulnerabilities such as alcohol dependency and low access to education. Our work engages closely with the Reang (Bru) tribe in Tripura, the Mising tribe in Assam, and the Naga tribes in Nagaland, focusing on sustainable livelihoods, community empowerment, and culturally rooted development initiatives. Our long term engagement with the Mising tribe has begun recently as part of our expanded efforts in the region. Agarwood-based agroforestry presents a significant, sustainable livelihood opportunity for these families.
Our core on-ground interventions include
- Training farmers in sustainable agarwood cultivation, scientific inoculation, and intercropping
- Establishing model plantations and value-addition demonstration centres
- Skill-building in resin extraction, oil distillation, agarwood chip grading & incense manufacturing
- Facilitating direct market linkages with national and global buyers
- Policy support to encourage a transparent and sustainable agarwood ecosystem
These efforts strengthen incomes, improve ecological health, and enable long-term agroforestry-based livelihoods.
To ensure well-rounded tribal empowerment, Eco-Agri also implements:
- Skill & livelihood development for youth and adults
- Women empowerment through SHGs and financial literacy
- Adult literacy and de-addiction programs
- Child education and value-based learning
- Cultural integration and overall community well-being
Together, these interventions create a human-focused, culturally aligned development model.
North East India is a tapestry of culture and ecology
North East India is a tapestry of culture and ecology
Often referred to as the 'Eight Sisters,' this region is one of the world's most vibrant biodiversity hotspots. It is home to hundreds of indigenous communities, each with a unique heritage deeply interwoven with the land.
In Assam, tribes such as the Mising, Bodo, Karbi, and Dimasa; in Tripura, communities like the Reang, Tripuri, Chakma, and Halam; and in Nagaland, the Ao, Angami, Sumi, and Konyak tribes together embody a rich tapestry of indigenous heritage expressed through agriculture, weaving, bamboo craft, woodwork, festivals, and a deep reverence for nature.
Collaborative Development with Mising, Naga & Reang Communities in north east
Our work is a collaborative journey with the indigenous communities of Northeast India, a region of profound cultural diversity and ecological significance. We partner with the Mising tribe in Asaam, the Naga people in Nagaland, and the Reang (Bru) community in Tripura.
Our approach is founded on the principle that sustainable development must be led by community values and enhance, not diminish, the unique identity of the people we work alongside.
Cultural and Ecological Identity of the Mising People
The Mising are one of Assam's most significant indigenous tribal communities, with a history and culture intrinsically linked to the floodplains of the Brahmaputra. Their lives are shaped by the river's rhythm, evident in their unique stilt-house architecture (chang ghar), their masterful weaving traditions, and a deep, ancestral knowledge of the local ecosystem.
Naga Tribes: Heritage, Craft, and Community Resilience
The Naga tribes are renowned for their craftsmanship, festivals, and strong community governance. Their identity is rooted in forest stewardship and traditional art forms. With changing economic realities affecting rural livelihoods, our work helps strengthen forest-based enterprises and skill development, enabling Naga communities to earn dignified incomes while continuing their heritage of living in balance with nature.
Strengthening Livelihoods for Tripura’s Reang Tribal Communities
Among Tripura’s oldest tribes, the Reang (Bru) community is known for bamboo craft, music, and rich cultural expressions. Despite their resilience, many families face economic vulnerability and limited access to sustainable livelihoods. Through training and support for Agarwood-based micro-enterprises, we help Reang households gain reliable income opportunities while reinforcing their cultural identity and connection to the forest.
The solution lies within the land itself: Agarwood.
Locally known and historically revered as the "Wood of the Gods," Agarwood (Aquilaria malaccensis) is a native tree that produces one of the world's most valuable aromatic resins. This is not an external solution, but an organic opportunity rooted in the region's natural heritage-a high-value, low-impact pathway to prosperity.
From Forest Wisdom to Economic Prosperity
Agarwood saps crocened Agarwood trees-In for community processing unit wants.
We provide training, technology, and market linkages to enable tribal youth and women to build a thriving, nature-based enterprise.
A community-centric agroforestry model ensures sustainable impact
Every Tree Planted Uplifts a Family and Restores a Forest.
Impact # 1 (Economic Empowerment: Creating a new, sustainable local economy.)
Diversified Income: A shift from subsistence farming to a multi-layered income stream, reducing vulnerability to crop failure.
Asset Creation:Each tree represents a significant, growing financial asset for families. A mature tree can be worth over 40,000.
Local Enterprise: Fosters entrepreneurship through roles in nurseries, processing, and logistics, creating skilled local jobs.
Impact # 2 (Ecological Restoration: Rebuilding the forest canopy and restoring biodiversity)
Reforestation: The cultivation of a native tree species contributes directly to the reforestation of degraded lands.
Improved soil health: Agroforestry practices enhance soil structure and prevent erosion on the floodplains.
Biodiversity: Reestablishing tree cover creates habitats for native fauna and supports a healthier and more resilient ecosystem.
Impact # 3 (Cultural Preservation: Strengthening community bonds and securing a future for the next generation.)
lncentivising Return: Creates meaningful, dignified work at home, reducing the pressure for young people to migrate.
Revitalising Knowledge: The model honours and integrates traditional ecological knowledge with modern sustainable practices.
Building Collective Resilience: The co- operative model strengthens social fabric and empowers the community to manage its own resources and future.
High-Impact, Measurable Outcomes Aligned with Global Goals
From Concept to Community: A Visual Journey of Our Products, People, and Passion
Product images showcasing our craftsmanship and finished outputs
Workplace and process photos capturing field activities and production stages
Worker and artisan photos highlighting community participation and team efforts
Local festival and cultural event photos reflecting the traditions and vibrancy of the region
The vision is a self-reliant community in a thriving ecosystem.
We envision a future where the Mising community is a leader in the global market for ethical Agarwood. A future where economic prosperity reinforces cultural identity, where the local ecosystem is healthier than it has been in decades, and where this project serves as a powerful, replicable model for indigenous-led sustainable development across the region.
Support us
We welcome the world community to liberally contribute to make a change in the way we deal of our natural resources, the Land, Water, Biodiversity and the Environment. Through this you also contribute to better the life of a rural farmer and encourage him.
You will also support the process of converting the way agriculture is done from the chemical farming system to a natural and organic way.
