Maps of vegetation are scientifically compiled from contributions by students who get to understand adverse impacts of invasive plants.

"Raghupathi was successful mainly because he worked hard, following the basics of organic farming,"

Food festivals, trail running and mini-marathons, yoga camps, story-telling sessions and bird-watching walks lead up to Mesar Van Kautik.

"The herbs that go into herbal concoctions used as as insect repellents and for veterinary purposes come from our own herbal gardens."

He handles field equipment with ease, enters field data in computer, analyses video footage of woodpeckers, initiates nature clubs in villages...

"We, the women of Balarampur, are determined not to let anybody touch our trees" says Chaturi Sahu of Balarampur village, Dhenkanal

Adapted for grazing in the hilly terrain, the small Bargur cattle is mainly reared for milk and manure

Conservation understanding will naturally come with the understanding about birds.

Permaculture farms offer food throughout the year, reduce waste and pests and keep the soil healthy and productive.