Farmizen Blog
Stories, tips, and insights from the world of organic farming
41 articles
Agroforestry: Integrating Trees with Crops for Sustainable Farming
How integrating trees with crops creates more productive, resilient, and sustainable farming systems.
How to Transition from Conventional to Natural Farming: A Step-by-Step Guide
A practical 14-step roadmap for farmers looking to transition from conventional chemical farming to natural farming practices.
Natural Pest and Disease Management in Farming
A comprehensive guide to managing pests and diseases naturally using botanical preparations, biological control, and preventive practices.
Natural Seed Systems and Seed Treatment in Natural Farming
A guide to selecting the right seeds for natural farming and how to treat them naturally for healthy germination and disease resistance.
From Green Revolution to Natural Farming: India's Agricultural Journey
How India's agricultural journey from the Green Revolution to natural farming reveals important lessons about sustainable food production.
What is Natural Farming? A Complete Introduction
A comprehensive guide to understanding natural farming - its principles, components, and why it matters for sustainable agriculture in India.
Mulching: Nature's Way to Protect and Nourish Your Soil
A practical guide to using mulching techniques in natural farming to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and build soil health.
Crop Diversity and Cropping Systems in Natural Farming
Understanding different cropping systems and why crop diversity is essential for successful natural farming practice.
The Role of Livestock in Natural Farming
Understanding why indigenous cattle are essential partners in natural farming and how to integrate livestock into your farm system.
How to Make Jeevamrit and Other Natural Farming Bio-Formulations
Step-by-step guide to preparing Jeevamrit, Beejamrit, Ghanjeevamrit and other essential bio-formulations for natural farming.
Soil Biology: The Hidden Life Beneath Your Farm
Discover the fascinating underground ecosystem of microorganisms, earthworms, and fungi that makes natural farming possible.
Water Management and Conservation in Natural Farming
How natural farming dramatically reduces water requirements while building soil's water-holding capacity through traditional and modern techniques.
Why Soil Health Matters in Natural Farming
Understanding why healthy soil is the foundation of successful natural farming and how modern practices have impacted India's agricultural lands.
Understanding Different Sustainable Farming Models
A comprehensive guide to understanding different sustainable farming approaches - from organic and permaculture to natural farming and regenerative agriculture.
Core Principles and Components of Natural Farming
Understanding the fundamental principles and five key components that form the foundation of natural farming practice.
Litefarm and Farmizen collaborate
Farmizen has joined forces with LiteFarm, marking a significant milestone in our journey to reshape and revitalize organic farming in India.
Unlocking the Health Benefits of Mudakathan Keerai (Balloon Vine): A Comprehensive Guide
Mudakathan Keerai, commonly known as Balloon Vine, serves as a versatile and highly beneficial herb offering a range of health benefits.
Of the Zombie fungus and its delicious relatives
There's a mushroom that is parasitic and can control the host's mind, can even make it kill itself. If you've seen the hit HBO series – The Last of Us, you would know what I am talking about.
Do plants talk to each other?
While plants don't communicate in the way humans do with spoken language, interestingly they do engage in complex chemical signaling and interactions.
The Definitive List Of Parwal Recipes
Parwal, also known as pointed gourd, is a nutritious vegetable popular in Indian cuisine. Here are the best ways to cook it.
Making this miracle drink – ABC juice!
We are going to make this magic drink today – ABC juice, with organic fruits and vegetables from Farmizen. ABC = Apple + Beetroot + Carrot.
Are our corporate careers slowly killing us? And what does nutrition have to do with it?
It is very easy to get caught up in the corporate rat race. As Merwin Fernandes from Savera Naturals explains, its all about the money, fame and competition.
Artificial preservatives in pickles
I am a Postgraduate in Pharmacy, and I had sent a few bottles of my homemade Deccan organics pickles to a friend. What he discovered was shocking.
Gourmet Mushrooms in Bangalore and Hyderabad
"Nature alone is antique and the oldest art a mushroom." – Thomas Carlyle. Mushrooms can easily be regarded as nature's hidden treasure.
How to choose the best oil for cooking
Unrefined oils are very popular today. Most areas in Bangalore will have shops with wood press units selling non-refined oils under various tags like cold pressed and wood pressed.
Honey, am I fake?
Honey could be man's first and most reliable source of sweetener. But how do you know if your honey is real or adulterated?
Why do free range eggs spoil easily
I grew up on a commercial poultry farm and had battery raised eggs my whole life. It's only after joining Farmizen that I had my first free range and naati chicken eggs.
Deccan Organics
A journey to Deccan Organics - preserving traditional Deccan Plateau farming practices.
Hampi Organics
Discover Hampi Organics - organic farming in the historic backdrop of Hampi, Karnataka.
KNS Organics
Meet KNS Organics - a family farm dedicated to growing chemical-free produce for urban consumers.
Bhoomi Farms
Exploring Bhoomi Farms - pioneers of community-supported agriculture in Bangalore.
Shambala Natural Farms
A visit to Shambala Natural Farms - one of Farmizen's partner farms practicing natural farming methods.
Why Do India's Finest Strawberries Come From Mahabaleshwar?
Mahabaleshwar in Maharashtra is known as the strawberry capital of India. But what makes this hill station perfect for growing the finest strawberries?
What is artificial fruit ripening and why you should know this now!
The joy of biting down on a perfectly ripened sweet fruit is one of the simple joys of life. But finding that perfectly ripened fruit is not easy.
Why are there bugs in organic staples sometimes
So you have received those organic peanuts you had ordered directly from the farmer through Farmizen, but what is this, some of the nuts have holes in them!
Interesting recipes of radish leaves
I used to earlier either throw away the leaves of radish or use them as compost, but later I realized that the leaves can be used to create some amazing dishes.
Relish The Recipes Of Radish
Radish has a crunchy texture and is packed with lots of health benefits. Radishes are available round the year but dominates as a popular winter vegetable.
The Richness Of Ridge Gourd
Turai or Ridge Gourd is a pan-Indian vegetable. The vegetable is hard on the outside but is a softie inside.
Millennials And Farming
At Farmizen, we believe millennials will change the face of the farming industry. Admired much for their business acumen, entrepreneurial spirit, passion and technological savvy.
Origin And Benefits Of Organic Farming
When we speak of organic farming, we need to realize it's not just a fad. It's something super serious and the future of farming and agriculture completely depends on it.
Jobs in Agriculture
Agriculture makes up a big chunk of Indian Business. The people involved in this sector are very well aware of what to produce and where to sell.