TechnoServe India

We are honored to have been a part of the Global #Dairy Innovation Conference 2024 in Singapore, where dairy industry leaders, researchers, and innovators across 10+ countries came together to explore the future of the sector. TechnoServe shared insights on dairy trends in Asia, emphasizing regional #collaboration to boost global competitiveness in the markets. We also spotlighted one of our key dairy development programs in India—a shared-value initiative empowering women dairy farmers through financial inclusion, digital literacy, and community banks near milk collection centers. Success stories from our work highlighted the transformative impact on women’s livelihoods and their communities. Our dairy experts further contributed to discussions on sustainable dairy growth, supply chain innovations, and the role of digital and ESG practices. By leading conversations on sustainable development and responsible sourcing, TechnoServe is helping shape the future of dairy across Asia. A huge thank you to all speakers and attendees for making this event a success. #GlobalDairyInnovation #SustainableDairy #SharedValue #WomenEmpowerment #FinancialInclusion #SustainableSourcing #TechnoServe | Rupesh Mukherjee, Shifali Sharma, Joydeep Dutt, Krishnan Hariharan, Bhavya Kharoo

“Greenr was one of the first programs to onboard me as a participant to the program. It helped in boosting my confidence to a great extent,” shares namrata dutta karamchandani, co-founder of Anahat For Change Foundation. Founded in 2018, Anahat for Change Foundation runs a not-for-profit and a for-profit vertical. It is dedicated to dismantling gender stereotypes and discrimination to create an equal environment for young girls and boys across India. So far, the organization has impacted over 4,500 families through two major initiatives in West Bengal: Unnati and Udaan. While Unnati focuses on promoting menstrual hygiene management and sexual reproductive health rights among both men and women, Udaan aims to eradicate gender-based violence and discrimination by empowering women and girls. On the for-profit side, Anahat offers hassle-free, sustainable solutions such as biodegradable sanitary pads, cloth pads, menstrual cups, and cloth diapers among others that contribute to a greener world while supporting women in need. Speaking about her experience with the program, Namrata adds, “Our business advisor, Karan Kaushik, advised us to prioritize bulk orders over retail markets. He also assisted us in creating a price list for our products after analyzing all internal and external factors. He guided me with great patience and care. I thank him for being such a great mentor!” The Greenr Sustainability Accelerator Program by TechnoServe, supported by the IKEA Foundation and Visa Foundation, aims to scale startups like Anahat that are on a mission to drive environmental action through capacity building, business modeling, GTM strategy development, access to finance, and fundraising. Check the comments to learn more about Anahat’s inspiring work! Ajay Menon | Ankur Nandi | Karan Kaushik #MenstrualHygiene #AnahatForChangeFoundation #GreenStartups #Sustainability #GoGreenr #GreenrSustainabilityAccelerator #TechnoServe #TechnoServeIndia #IKEAFoundation #VisaFoundation #GreenEntrepreneurship

Have you ever been treated to a whole meal prepared using 100% solar-powered energy? Greenr Sustainability Accelerator Program’s Business Advisor Megha K. has - thanks to her advisee business, OrjaBox LLP (see pic 1). During Megha's recent visit to meet the founder (Vishakha Chandhere), based in Pune, she experienced a wholesome thali that included chapati, patta gobhi (cabbage), pulao, and kheer (rice pudding)! A delicious spread prepared entirely by the founder, 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘧𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘥𝘢𝘺. OrjaBox was founded with a vision that everyone who cooks should be able to prepare at least one meal using renewable fuels, to begin with. They are dedicated to promoting clean cooking practices beyond just LPG and electric cooking, encouraging the use of solar, biogas, biochar, and pellet-based cookstoves ensuring it is accessible to everyone, everywhere. 100% eco-friendly! Apart from this, OrjaBox offers a range of eco-friendly products such as solar cookers, diyas, lanterns, solar brass samais, millet laddoos, and sundried fruits, vegetables, and herbs — perfect for Diwali gifting! They also provide training for individuals, farmers, and women in rural areas on using solar dehydrators and renewable fuel-based cooking devices to reduce food wastage. TechnoServe | IKEA Foundation | Visa Foundation | Ajay Menon | Akanksha Priyadarshini | Megha K. #GoGreenr #GreenrSustainabilityAccelerator #TechnoServe #TechnoServeIndia #IKEAFoundation #VisaFoundation #StartupAccelerators #GreenEntrepreneurship #SolarCooking #SolarEnergy #SustainableLiving

Meet Reshma Adlinge, a smallholder dairy farmer in Vidani, Maharashtra who turned her family farm into a model of innovation and sustainability. With guidance from one of our dairy development partners, she embraced animal welfare practices, invested in modern tools, and expanded her herd from 5 to 14 cows. Her efforts have boosted incomes and reduced labor and resource costs, all while improving animal care. Reshma's journey is an inspiring example of how women farmers are driving change, and creating a better and more sustainable future for their communities. #WomeninDairy #Agriculture #Sustainability #WomenEmpowerment #StoriesofChange #TechnoServe | Rupesh Mukherjee Bhavya Kharoo Krishnan Hariharan

While we often celebrate our "firsts," when it comes to climate, they can be alarming. As per a report by the Global Commission on the Economics of Water, the world is nearing a global water disaster as the hydrological cycle has gone out of balance for the first time in human history. If not acted upon, nations like India, China and parts of Europe with high population and agricultural activities are at high risk. Climate change and human activities are pushing water systems to a breaking point. This will also put the world’s food production at risk sooner than we imagine. In light of this, it is more crucial than ever for individuals, businesses, and organizations to prioritize collective action, innovation, and policy reforms to safeguard the future of our planet. The Greenr Sustainability Accelerator Program by TechnoServe collaborates with multiple startups dedicated to water conservation, as well as tech and nature-based solutions aimed at restoring water bodies and improving water management. Check out our comments to discover some startups that work in the space. https://lnkd.in/dXxSxtJB #GoGreenr #GreenrSustainabilityAccelerator #TechnoServe #TechnoServeIndia #IKEAFoundation #VisaFoundation #StartupAccelerators #GreenEntrepreneurship #Sustainability #ClimateAction #WaterCrisis #GreenFuture #SustainableSolutions

A one-of-a-kind curated marketplace and Agtech climate action social enterprise, AgriVijay's focus is on providing renewable and green energy solutions for farmers and rural households. With an aim to transform the agricultural landscape in India, the startup aims to address the energy needs of these communities while promoting sustainable practices to combat climate change. From being a marketplace for renewable energy products to offering end-to-end sustainable solutions to farmers and advisory services to enable them to optimize their energy needs and options, they have mitigated over 20,750 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions through their products. To draw parallels, this equals the CO₂ emissions from 4,300 passenger vehicles driven for one year or the annual energy use of around 2,400 homes! The company operates through a franchise model known as Renewable Energy Stores, enabling local entrepreneurs to sell renewable energy products in their communities. The Greenr Sustainability Accelerator Program by TechnoServe, supported by the IKEA Foundation and Visa Foundation, aims to scale startups like AgriVijay that are on a mission to drive environmental action through capacity building, business modeling, GTM strategy development, access to finance, and fundraising. Ajay Menon | Akanksha Priyadarshini | Megha K. | Vimal Panjwani #GoGreenr #GreenrSustainabilityAccelerator #TechnoServe #TechnoServeIndia #IKEAFoundation #VisaFoundation #StartupAccelerators #GreenEntrepreneurship #Startups #RenewableEnergy #AgriTech #AgriVijay

Evelyn Djuwidja, Millers for Nutrition Indonesia Program Manager, recently spoke at the national seminar & workshop on “Innovations in Rice Fortification Technology”. Millers for Nutrition was also the Nutrition partner at the event.  This event was an amazing platform which brought together stakeholders from  the Indonesian government, development partners, and local rice millers,  collectively working towards a #GoldenIndonesia2045 with improved food and nutrition security. Together, let's nourish Indonesia and the world! Rizwan Yusufali  | Monojit Indra  | yanee lasahido | Judy Boucek | Dharma Praba | Rozy Afrial Jafar | Evelyn Djuwidja | Tohom Sihombing | World Food Programme | Nutrition International  | dsm-firmenich - Health, Nutrition & Care  | PT. Food Station Tjipinang Jaya | Bühler Group

We strongly believe agriculture is one of the most powerful pathways towards eradicating poverty and providing sustainable livelihoods to a critical community – farmers. Through the Sustainable Guar Initiative, smallholder farmers like Maya Devi are not only improving their financial stability but also creating new income streams. By connecting with #FPOs, they’re gaining market access, earning better prices for their produce, and building resilience for their families and communities. This #InternationalDayfortheEradicationofPoverty, we celebrate farmers like Maya, whose resilience and dedication remind us that with the right support, agriculture can lift communities out of poverty. #EndPoverty #SustainableAgriculture #FarmersFirst #InclusiveGrowth #SustainableLivelihoods | Kumar Rupam, Krishnan Hariharan, Aditya Jain, Kavita Gautam, Medha Kler | TechnoServe

On World Food Day, Millers for Nutrition celebrates the impact of food fortification on malnutrition. This simple approach is pragmatic, scalable and sustainable. Watch to learn how Millers for Nutrition is building a healthier, more resilient world - one fortified grain at a time. https://lnkd.in/d-Bd_dfN #foodfortification #malnutrition #nutrition #millersfornutrition Rizwan Yusufali | Tobi Durotoye | Monojit Indra | Abhishek Shukla | Shreeraj Manampadi | Anagha Uplekar | Aditya Jagati | Joydeep Dutt | Deepti Gulati

Shanthi used to see coffee as just another crop her family grew to make ends meet. But today, she’s transformed from a smallholder farmer to a coffee expert, evaluating her own beans and ensuring they meet specialty coffee standards. She learned how to taste, assess, and process her coffee, gaining the confidence to negotiate better prices. This newfound knowledge has empowered her to invest in her education, manage her household finances, and even compete in coffee brewing championships. Shanthi’s story is just one example of how smallholder farmers—especially women—can transform entire communities with access to new opportunities. By participating in TechnoServe programs that provide them with the skills, connections and confidence to grow their incomes, over 10,000 tribal coffee farmers in Andhra Pradesh are transforming their lives and livelihoods. https://hubs.li/Q02T9Rv60