Impact

JOY has made a significant impact in rural communities by promoting sustainable agriculture, empowering farmers, and improving livelihoods. Through our comprehensive programs in regenerative farming, organic practices, and community development, JOY has transformed the lives of farmers, especially tribal and marginalized women, by enhancing soil health, increasing crop yields, and providing diverse income opportunities. By fostering self-reliance, ecological balance, and social responsibility, JOY has created a model for sustainable rural development, improving both the economic and environmental well-being of farming communities.

OUR WORK IN KARNATAKA

400 farmers skilled with 10 months ‘in-situ’ on-location training in Vermi Technology
Adding 550 farmer families this year
1500 farmers surveyed in detail and given awareness programs
150 SHG women trained in a 12-day LEDP (Livelihood and Enterprise Development Programme)
Pilot program for Bee Keeping in Kannigeri village
436 vermibeds and 2000 kilos of Eudrillus Eugeniae provided to participants
63 Beej Azadi mother nurseries for community seed banks
54 Malini medicinal plant nurseries
21 Jyoti fruit and shade tree nurseries
3920 coconut saplings provided to 370 beneficiaries
3771 fruit tree saplings provided to 185 beneficiaries
3 Community greenhouse nurseries
4 Tailoring training centres
1 Computer skilling centre
415 farmers under Gliricidia program
74 village outreaches in 3 taluks

CASE STUDIES

Reshma Peter Siddi, a 35-year-old beekeeper from Kodase, Yellapur Taluk, Karnataka, lives with her husband, mother-in-law, and three children. Despite having just 1.5 Gunte of agricultural land, the family struggles with an annual income of INR 12,000, relying on her husband’s seasonal agricultural labor. In 2021, Reshma decided to try beekeeping to boost her family’s income. With training from Jaya Organic Yojana and 5 honeybee boxes, she soon became confident in handling them, despite initial fears.

By 2023, Reshma attended the NABARD-JOY's Livelihood and Enterprise Development Program (LEDP), which further expanded her skills. She now produces 7kgs of honey monthly, earning INR 2,000/month. Over the past two years, Reshma’s family has harvested 15-20kgs of honey annually, which supports their children’s education and other essential needs.
Devaki Ravi Siddi, from Hunasemane, Yellapur taluk, Uttara Kannada, received 25 types of medicinal plants from Jaya Organic Yojana in 2021. Today, she and her mother-in-law use these plants to treat infections for their family and the wider community. Previously unaware of many medicinal plants, Devaki now provides treatments with over 20 varieties, including Vitex Negundo and Purpurascens. Each month, 15-20 villagers seek her treatments, earning Devaki INR 1,500 monthly.

Additionally, through a vermibed provided by JOY in 2019, Devaki produces 2,400 kg of vermicompost annually, improving soil health and boosting her areca nut yield from 3.5 to 5 quintals. As a result, her family’s income increased from INR 20,000 to INR 50,000.
Nagaratna Krishna Siddi, from Madansar village, Uttara Kannada, faced financial struggles while working as a wage laborer. However, after attending a 12-day NABARD Livelihood and Enterprise Development Programme (LEDP) in February 2023, supported by Jaya Organic Yojana, she gained skills in vermicomposting, banking, and entrepreneurship. Inspired, she opened a small kirana shop in June 2023, securing a ₹50,000 loan from her SHG. Initially modest, her shop now generates ₹150-200 daily, providing a steady income of ₹6,000 per month.

In addition, Nagaratna learned Bio enzyme production and began making eco-friendly cleaning products, which she sells alongside groceries. She plans to expand her product line and business, aiming to fund her son's higher education and further grow her shop. Nagaratna’s journey from struggling wage laborer to successful entrepreneur highlights the power of skill development and community support in transforming lives.
Rama Subba Siddi, 52, from Halasinakoppa, Yellapur taluk, has transformed his farming practices with the help of Jaya Organic Yojana. He grows areca nut, pepper, bananas, and vegetables on his 4-acre plot. In 2019, Rama Subba received training in regenerative farming and vermiculture, along with a vermibed. Since then, he has been producing vermicompost four times a year, yielding 700 kg per batch along with 10 liters of vermi tea.

By mixing the tea with cow urine and applying it to his crops, Rama Subba saw significant improvements in yield: areca nut production increased from 4 quintals to 9 quintals, banana yield grew from 20 kg to 50 kg, and pepper production surged from 60 kg to 2.5 quintals. As a result, his annual income has risen from ₹70,000 to ₹3,50,000. Grateful for the impact, Rama Subba is committed to continuing organic farming practices for better yields and long-term success.
Francis Anthon Siddi, an active farmer from Gotuguli, Yellapur taluk. He grows arecanut, banana, and coconut, with arecanut being his commercial crop. He produces vermicompost three times a year, yielding about 400 kg per batch. Francis conducted an experiment comparing coconut and arecanut plants treated with vermicompost versus those that weren't. He observed faster growth and higher yields in the plants receiving the organic fertilizer.

Through this experience, Francis realized the long-term negative effects of excessive chemical use, including soil depletion and health risks. He now advocates for nurturing healthy soil through sustainable practices like vermicomposting, which not only improves soil fertility and water retention but also increases resilience against pests and diseases. Francis believes that vermicomposting is a holistic approach that ensures sustainable crop production while preserving the land for future generations. He is now more committed than ever to using this eco-friendly method for better yields and environmental restoration.
Jabela Micheal Siddi, a member of Aranya Nivasa Siddi Mahila Swasahaya Sangha in Kodase, Yellapur, has transformed her farming practices since joining Jaya Organic Yojana in 2019. With support from JOY, she attended the NABARD Livelihood and Enterprise Development Programme (LEDP) in 2023, where she learned vermicomposting, organic farming, and honeybee keeping.

With her newly acquired skills, Jabela maintains a vegetable nursery, produces honey, and creates vermicompost. She earns Rs. 500 to Rs. 3,000 per month from vegetable sales and Rs. 7,000 to Rs. 8,000 annually from honey.

Jabela now advocates for seed preservation, sharing native vegetable seeds with 12-15 community members each year. She and her sister, who once relied on market seeds, now produce their own indigenous seeds, helping to preserve local agricultural varieties and promote sustainable farming practices.
Ganapati Sanya Siddi, a 54-year-old farmer from Malalgaon village, Uttara Kannada, has transformed his agricultural practices with the support of Jaya Organic Yojana. Previously relying on chemical fertilizers for his 2-acre farm, Ganapati joined JOY’s training on organic farming and vermicomposting in 2019. Since then, he has produced 6,400 kg of vermicompost and 54 liters of vermi tea, replacing chemicals with natural alternatives.

As a result, his crop yields have increased: Areca nut from 1.5 quintals to 2 quintals per acre, and paddy from 8 quintals to 10 quintals per acre. In 2024, after learning to make organic pesticides, Ganapati applied bio-pesticides to his crops, further improving his farm's health.

Ganapati has saved Rs. 13,400 in input costs, reduced his dependence on chemicals, and improved soil fertility. He now confidently believes in the benefits of organic farming for both his crops and the environment.

OUR WORK IN JHARKHAND

1,878 farmers surveyed in detail in 22 villages
1,260 farmers are being skilled with ‘in-situ’ on-location training in sustainable and regenerative farming
350 farmers skilled in Vermi Technology
3 Beej Azadi mother nurseries for community seed banks
1 Malini medicinal plant nursery
11 Punarjeevan greenhouse nurseries
2 tailoring training centres
2 computer skilling centres
80 Students trained at our tailoring training centre in Ormanjhi
60 students trained at our computer skilling centre in Ormanjhi
200 farmers under duck chicks’ program