I. Of Community Farming
In Satara region, all villages are situated in
the wildlife reserve forest and back water area. Due to the difficult
geographical terrain, and jungle area, life of people in this region is hard.
Moreover, the settlements can be reached mostly on foot.
Every family has given its land for hydroelectric
power to state government. Migration takes place mostly to Mumbai and other big cities for earning. Often, women have to shoulder the entire burden and responsibilities
of the family. In many cases take care of a very small patch of land. 
Taking
into consideration the need of the farming communities, Scope started Community Farming with the initiative
of Women’s Groups.
Initially, we discussed this new idea with the
groups. They received and welcomed the idea. We applied to the local government
body for soil testing to find out which seed will best give product and be beneficial
to all. The people were guided into studying the marketing and its strategy.
Only after this we were able to decide on the seed selection quality. Women
made time-bound plan of action for three month at least to get some economic
support for their family. After three months each woman was able to earn Rs
1200/- from this community farming. There were 16 women participation in
community farming project.
