Goa, Oct. 16 -- Janet Mascarenhas

Goa, one of the greenest coastal states of India, once thrived in agriculture that self-sustained its people with abundant paddy and other Kharif and Rabi crops. As these fields have declined over the years, efforts are underway to revive them before they are converted into a concrete jungle in the name of development. Growing food today has become difficult to impossible for many due to various challenges. In addition, the time, work and resources that go into having a successful harvest is being challenged further by unpredictable weather. From preparing the soil and nurturing crops, farming requires constant attention and patience. Against this changing agricultural landscape, young Goan farmers Rudie...