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Agroecology Keyword: Input reduction

Making rhizobium bio-fertilizer at home

This video guides how to produce Rhizobium bio-fertilizer at home using legume root nodules,. Rhizobium bacteria are essential for capturing atmospheric nitrogen to nourish plants, yet their natural populations in the soil are often depleted by the use of chemical pesticides and fertilizers,. By selecting healthy, pink-colored nodules and culturing them in boiled milk for three days, farmers can easily multiply these beneficial bacteria,. Mixing the resulting culture with rice bran provides a cost-effective and sustainable way to restore soil fertility and promote healthy plant growth naturally.

Transitioning to Organic Sesame through Agroecology and Market Linkages in Preah Vihear, Cambodia

This practice brief presents a pilot initiative supporting smallholder farmers in Preah Vihear to transition from conventional to organic sesame production through agroecological practices and cooperative-based market linkages. The model combines technical training, internal control systems, and collective marketing to improve soil health, reduce chemical inputs, and strengthen farmers’ access to stable and higher-value markets.

Technical Leaflet: Compost Fertilizer Recipe

This compost acts as a superfood for your garden, building rich, living soil that supports healthy plant growth. It gradually releases essential nutrients, improves soil structure for easier root development, and retains moisture reducing the need for frequent watering. Compost also introduces beneficial microbes that can help protect plants from disease and enhance nutrient uptake, resulting in stronger and more resilient plants.

Eco weed management on PGS vegetable Vietnam

Join us as we explore innovative eco-weed management practices in organic vegetable production, showcasing the impactful project implemented by CARES and funded by ALiSEA and ASSET. Learn how Vietnamese farmers, like Ms. Vu Thi Nhan and Ms. Le Thi Lan, are transforming their farming methods to combat weed growth without harmful chemicals. Through a four-step approach—including minimum tillage, soil mulching, and healthy seedling transplantation—these farmers are enhancing soil health, reducing labor costs, and increasing crop productivity sustainably. Discover how this project not only improves agricultural practices but also promotes environmental protection and biodiversity in farming.

Bio-Pesticides: Why and How to Produce It – The Yone Village Example

This video explains how and why to produce bio-pesticides at home, using Yone Village, Paek District, Xiengkhouang Province, Lao PDR as an example. It highlights the important interactions between insects and plants in agricultural ecosystems, such as pollination. When these interactions are disturbed, plant-eating insects can become pests.
Bio-pesticides offer a sustainable, natural way to repel pests without exterminating them, unlike chemical pesticides. The video details the ingredients needed, a step-by-step recipe, and instructions on how to use bio-pesticides effectively.

Biofertilizer production techniques in Xiengkhouang Province, Laos

The resource explains biofertilizer production in Yone village, Xiengkhouang Province, based on farmer experience. It highlights compost as a key input for soil health, recycling, and reducing chemical use. The process involves mixing dry animal manure with burnt rice husks, adding bran and optional legumes, and fermenting with a sugar-based bio-extract for about seven days. Proper storage ensures quality for up to a year. Application rates depend on soil quality, with compost gradually improving fertility over time, allowing reduced quantities in subsequent years.