Farmers Shine At Hyderabad Organic Mela As Citizens Embrace Chemical-Free Food Choices

Promoting Healthy Living

The mela emphasized chemical-free food habits and sustainable lifestyles, offering organic vegetables, millets, honey, dairy items, indigenous seeds, and eco-friendly lifestyle products. Visitors also explored handcrafted goods and wellness products, reinforcing the importance of conscious consumption.

Farmers At The Forefront

The event created a direct connection between farmers and consumers, allowing producers to sell without middlemen. Farmers highlighted how organic practices improve soil health and ensure better long-term yields. Products like millet malt, ragi mixtures, and organic jaggery-based sweets gained popularity, with some already being exported to the US, UK, and Australia.

Awareness And Engagement

Beyond shopping, the mela hosted expert sessions, awareness programs, and workshops on terrace gardening, composting, and organic cooking. Entrepreneurs and NGOs showcased innovations in agri-tech, eco-friendly packaging, and sustainable farming practices. The mela also encouraged youth to reduce dependence on processed foods and adopt healthier alternatives.

Challenges And Opportunities

Farmers noted that climate variations, such as excessive rainfall, affect crop yields, while winter remains favorable for cultivation. Despite challenges, demand for organic products continues to rise, with stalls reporting strong sales and growing export interest.

Organic Living Highlights

• 200+ stalls featuring organic vegetables, millets, honey, dairy, and eco-products
• Direct farmer participation ensuring fair pricing and transparency
• Workshops on terrace gardening, composting, and organic cooking
• Handloom and handicraft stalls promoting sustainable artistry
• Export demand rising for millet malt, ragi snacks, and organic jaggery sweets

Sources: The Hans India, HMTV Organic Mela 2026