Ikaki Bagh Blog
Sir Albert Howard & Composting at Ikaki Bagh
This article discusses: Sir Albert Howard is widely described as the ‘father’ of the modern organic movement, as understood in the West Howard promoted the ‘Indore Composting Method’, based on his time living in India studying local composting methods Ikaki Bagh is...
Volunteering at Ikaki Bagh
Volunteering at Ikaki Bagh There are lots of reasons people like volunteer work overseas. A 25 strong volunteer from the US based Color My World achieved great results at the local Primary School earlier this year. Ikaki Bagh offers a variety of volunteer placements...
Working With our Local School
Key pointsA key part of the Ikaki Bagh organic farm model is a working, sustainable relationship with the local school and villageThe local school is the ‘Government Upper Primary Middle School, Jhinjha’. Its development is essential to the...
Marwari Horses
Meet Noori, Titly and Toofan - the pride of Ikaki BaghThe Marwari Horse is distinctive to the culture and history of Rajasthan.Three Marwari horses live at Ikaki Bagh. They are beautiful symbols of the goals of the farm and the larger commitment...
An Update on Ikaki Bagh
5 years ago, Jaideo Rathore developed a dream to convert his small, traditional farm to a model organic farm. The popularity of organic produce is growing rapidly in India. Converting local farms to organic could alleviate severe social disadvantage in...
A short Cultural Guide to Ikaki Bagh and Jaipur
A Short Cultural Guide to Ikaki Bagh, the surrounding district and JaipurKey points:Ikaki Bagh, the surrounding district, is home to the Berwa and Meena communities.School and Village visits are an educational way of experiencing Ikaki...
Growing Mustard at Ikaki Bagh
This article discusses: Mustard is one of the most important cash crops grown in India and Rajasth.an is the country’s largest producer. Ikaki Bagh grows mustard as part of its conversion to a model organic farm. Local harvesting, production of...
Making a charpoy
The charpoy bed is a traditional daybed. It is a common sight throughout India, particularly in rural areas. Making a charpoy requires exceptional skills in traditional rope weaving and carpentry. These skills are under threat in the face of the...
Vishal the Honey Collector
Vishal the Honey Collector This article discusses: Traditional honey collecting is unsustainable Honey is often used in religious ceremonies Beekeeping can alleviate rural poverty Beekeeping is transitioning away from traditional honey collecting practices...
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