What would a woman do?

Posted on November 30, 2017 by content
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Khasi Woman

Originally published: Committee on World Food Security CFS44   “Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world” is a popular saying by Marilyn Monroe. How about we give a woman the right tools so she can fix … Continue reading →

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In search of a better life…

Posted on November 30, 2017 by content
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migration and youth

When the grass looks greener on the other side, it is not only hard to resist, but it can also make life easier when we reach it. Human migration is a trend that can be traced back 2 million years in history. … Continue reading →

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Where is the love, if there is no food?

Posted on October 11, 2017 by content
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Food for peace cfs44

Originally published: Committee on World Food Security CFS44 Why do we eat food? Yes, food sustains us in all possible ways. But it can also be an ultimate goal for peace. We often forget that food, clothing, and shelter are … Continue reading →

A ride back to our roots: Inter-school Indigenous Food Cooking Competition

Posted on September 25, 2017 by content
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Indigenous food cooking competition Shillong

The Inter School Indigenous Food Cooking Competition Shillong was held on the 23rd September 2017 at ‘Lahai-roi’ Gardens, Umkdait, Nongmensong Shillong,  as part of the Golden Jubilee Celebration organized Seven Set Higher Secondary School Shillong. The theme for the event was … Continue reading →

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In loving memory of Dr. Bhuwon Ratna Sthapit, dear friend of NESFAS

Posted on September 4, 2017 by content
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Originally published in Platform for Agrobiodiversity Research (PAR) “In loving memory of Dr. Bhuwon Ratna Sthapit, Community Based Agrobiodiversity defender, mentor and dear friend of PAR” We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Dr. Bhuwon Ratna Sthapit, Senior … Continue reading →

“Beekeeping for livelihood and sustainable agricultural development” focus of 2017

Posted on August 20, 2017 by content
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Honeybee Meghalaya

“Beekeeping for livelihood and sustainable agricultural development” is the theme of the “World Honey Bee Day” 2017 that was celebrated in Meghalaya, India. The “World Honey Bee Day” was celebrated on 19 August 2017. It was organised by the Directorate of … Continue reading →

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