Nutrigarden - A way forward for enhancing farmer’s income and household nutritional security

The study was carried out by the active participation of five farmers with the objective to demonstrate the nutrigarden in terrace for organic vegetable production in an area of 25 square meter using various organic materials with continuous observation and management practices. The results showed that the bhendi equivalent yield of multi vegetables was 276.6 q/ha and 49 per cent more yield over check yield (186 q/ha). The farmer’s average income was increased from Rs.509/-d/ha (land-check) to Rs.758 /d/ ha (terrace-demo). Per capita consumption level of vegetables increased from 100g to 310g per day per family. The nutrition garden ensured access to increase economic value and healthy diet at doorstep.