Celebrating Raimati Ghiuria's Conservation Efforts at the G-20 Conference

Raimati Ghiuria: From Koraput to the G-20 Conference

Raimati Ghiuria, a prominent farmer from the Kundura Block in Koraput district, is set to make her mark at the esteemed G-20 International Conference in Delhi. She aims to share valuable insights into the traditional cultivation of ragi and other millet grains prevalent in her region.

Farming Expertise and Achievements

Role Model: Raimati is a beacon of inspiration, particularly for women, advocating for organic farming and disseminating knowledge within her community.

Seed Conservation: With the support of her family, she has successfully conserved 72 varieties of traditional rice seeds and 30 varieties of millet, showcasing her commitment to preserving ancient farming practices.

Awards and Recognitions: In 2012, her team was honored with the Genome Saver Community Award, acknowledging their efforts in seed conservation.

Bamandal Farmers Producers Company Limited: At the helm of this organization, Raimati manages operations that include the production and marketing of bio-fertilizers, bio-pesticides, and millet products.

Farm School: Founded in 2012, her farm school serves as a hub for imparting knowledge on farming and conservation practices to others in her village.

Quotes and Acknowledgements

Prashant Pagoda: During his tenure as Director-in-charge at the Swaminathan Research Foundation, he recognized Raimati's significant contributions to farming and conservation.

Prashant Kumar Parida: He emphasized the support Raimati received from the Swaminathan Research Foundation, which has been pivotal in her journey.

Tapas Chandra Rai, Agriculture Officer: He highlighted the global focus on millet this year and expressed optimism that Raimati would effectively showcase Koraput’s unique ragi varieties to global leaders.

Focus at the G-20 Conference

At the conference, Raimati intends to highlight:

• Traditional Knowledge Techniques: She will discuss the traditional farming techniques utilized in the Koraput region.
• High-Quality Traditional Millet Grains: Presenting renowned local millet grains such as Bati Mandia and Mami Mandia.
• Previous Global Recognition: Drawing inspiration from Padmashree Kamala Pujari's earlier presentation of Koraput’s rice varieties at an international forum in Johannesburg.

Vision

Raimati carries with her the hopes and rich agricultural heritage of the Koraput region. As she steps onto the international stage, she is ready to introduce the world to the traditional and organic farming methods that have flourished in her community. Raimati stands as a symbol of self-made success and the vibrant farming culture of Koraput.