Global food security and nutrition have faced significant challenges in recent years, exacerbated by conflicts, climate change, and economic downturns. According to the 2023 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) report, approximately 735 million people worldwide faced hunger in 2022, marking an increase of 122 million since 2019.

The prevalence of undernourishment varies across regions, with Africa experiencing the highest rates. In 2022, 1 in 5 individuals in Africa faced hunger, highlighting the continent’s disproportionate burden.

Economic factors have also impacted food security. While global food commodity prices declined by 13.7% in 2023 compared to 2022, staple items like rice and sugar saw significant price increases due to climate conditions and export restrictions.

The affordability of a healthy diet remains a major concern—71.5% of individuals in low-income countries cannot afford a nutritious diet, compared to just 6.3% in high-income countries.

AGRISOUL: Local Action for Global Impact

• Promoting Sustainable Farming Inputs: Eco-N-rich helps farmers grow nutrient-rich crops with reduced chemicals, improving soil and crop quality.
• Training & Skilling: AGRISOUL empowers Krushi Mitras and farmers with knowledge blending modern and traditional methods.
• Diversifying Crops: Encouraging pulses, vegetables, oilseeds to improve food diversity and reduce malnutrition.
• Creating Local Employment: Better farming + buyer linkages = more income + stronger food security.

In districts like Moroda, Baliapal, and Bhograi blocks of Odisha, AGRISOUL’s methods have doubled groundnut yields and improved crop nutrition, directly improving household food availability.

Global Vision, Local Action

AGRISOUL shows that the fight against hunger and malnutrition can begin at the grassroots. With the right blend of local wisdom and sustainable innovation, AGRISOUL is advancing SDG 2: Zero Hunger—ensuring that no one is left behind in the mission for nutrition for all.

At AGRISOUL, we believe that true progress in agriculture doesn’t come at the cost of the environment—it grows alongside it.

Through the promotion of Eco-N-rich and other natural inputs, AGRISOUL is leading a quiet revolution in farming. By helping farmers reduce their dependence on chemical fertilizers and pesticides, we are reviving the health of our soil, protecting our water sources, and bringing back biodiversity to the fields.

Farmers across Odisha are witnessing the change. With better soil health, fewer chemicals, and more resilient crops, they are not only increasing their yields but also becoming stewards of the land. This shift isn’t just about productivity—it’s about protecting nature for the generations to come.

From restoring soil life to creating local green jobs, AGRISOUL is building a farming model that respects the Earth while ensuring food security and farmer prosperity.

Because sustainability isn’t just a choice—it’s the future. And with AGRISOUL, that future is already growing.

Women at the Heart of Agri-Food Systems: Bridging Gaps, Building Futures

Women make up nearly half of the world’s smallholder farmers and contribute 60–80% of the labor in food processing and agri-food systems. Yet, they—along with other marginalized groups—continue to face unequal access to knowledge, technologies, and support services that could transform their livelihoods.

These barriers lead to persistent inequalities, lower productivity, and missed opportunities for economic growth.

At Agrisoul, we drive people-first initiatives to reduce the burden of farming and ensure inclusive access to agricultural knowledge and services.

We support the creation of women-led education hubs, promote diverse cropping systems that boost both nutrition and income, and work closely with women’s groups and cooperatives to advance seed entrepreneurship and mechanization.

Through strategic partnerships with national and local organizations, we’re expanding digital access to essential services—from agricultural advisories to crop insurance—ensuring women and youth are not left behind.

By developing locally tailored, context-specific solutions, we’re empowering marginalized farmers and laborers to thrive—and scaling meaningful impact across communities.

A Journey of Transformation in Moroda Block

In the quiet fields of Moroda block, a silent revolution began when AGRISOUL stepped in with a vision—to empower the grassroots through knowledge. The mission started with training the Krushi Mitras, turning them into skilled ambassadors of change.

Equipped with knowledge and confidence, these Krushi Mitras reached out to farmers across the block. With patience and clarity, they introduced them to Eco-N-rich, a natural solution that promised healthier soil and better yields. The response was remarkable.

Farmers, once heavily dependent on chemical fertilizers, began shifting towards sustainable practices. The results spoke for themselves. In groundnut cultivation alone, the average number of pods per plant soared from 18 to 41, with significant improvement in both quality and size.

This transformation didn’t just bring prosperity—it sparked a movement. Today, almost every farmer in Moroda block is adopting Eco-N-rich, embracing a path of sustainable agriculture that nurtures both the land and the people.

What began as a training initiative has now created local employment opportunities, revived soil health, and ignited hope. Thanks to AGRISOUL, farming in Moroda is no longer just a tradition—it’s a skilled, dignified, and sustainable profession.