ORIENTATION PROGRAMME ON SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOOD & GREEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP Special Online Orientation for the KARAALA VAMSAM TEAM on 12th oct 2026

 

ECOGREENUNIT, Coimbatore, successfully conducted an Online Orientation Programme through Google Meet on 12 October 2026 for the Karaala Vamsam Team, an extensive network in Tamil Nadu.

The programme introduced ECOGREENUNIT’s innovative projects and entrepreneurial opportunities in sustainable agriculture, rural development, women’s empowerment and eco-friendly enterprises.

KEY PROJECTS INTRODUCED

🌱 Sustainable Agriculture

• Microgreens and Wheatgrass Cultivation

• Vetiver Cultivation and Value-Added Products

• Aloe Vera Cultivation and Herbal Products

• Organic Farming and Soil Enhancement

♻️ Wealth Out of Waste

• Banana Fibre Extraction, Mat Weaving and Handicrafts

• Areca Leaf Plates and Food Containers

• Coir Pot Manufacturing

• Coconut Shell Crafts and Biochar Production

🌿 Herbal and Eco-Friendly Enterprises

• ECO HERBS and Herbal Products

• Agricultural Waste-Based Enterprises

• Natural Resource-Based Micro Enterprises

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

• Creating awareness about sustainable livelihood opportunities.

• Introducing innovative technologies for rural entrepreneurship.

• Exploring skill development and value-addition opportunities.

• Encouraging women, youth and community members to become entrepreneurs.

• Exploring collaboration opportunities through the Karaala Vamsam network.

The orientation programme served as an opportunity to introduce ECOGREENUNIT’s diverse initiatives and explore pathways for expanding sustainable livelihood opportunities through community networks.

Panel Discussion on Unlocking Tourism Opportunities in Pollachi Venue: AKSHAYA College, Kinathukadavu | 09th October 2026

 

A panel discussion on “Unlocking Tourism Opportunities in Pollachi through Educational Institutions and Industries: Potential, Challenges and Sustainable Development” was held at AKSHAYA College, Kinathukadavu, bringing together representatives from academia, industry, and the tourism sector.

The panel included:

• Shri Ashok S. Alur – Kodagu University, Government of Karnataka

• Shri Muthuswamy – President, ICCI, Pollachi

• Shri Sevak Vijay – Chairman, Tourism South India, PM, Viksit Bharat, Government of India

• Shri Senthil – Eluru

• Tmt. R. Jagadeeswari – District Tourism Officer, Department of Tourism, Government of Tamil Nadu

Ecogreenunit Foundation participated in the discussion, contributing to the dialogue on sustainable tourism, rural livelihood development, and opportunities to strengthen the connection between local communities, educational institutions, and industries.

The discussion explored Pollachi’s potential for eco-tourism, agricultural tourism, rural tourism, and community-based tourism. It emphasised the need for collaborative initiatives that promote local culture, protect natural resources, generate employment, and create sustainable income opportunities for rural communities.

Ecogreenunit Foundation continues to support sustainable development by promoting community empowerment, green livelihoods, and environmentally responsible initiatives that can contribute to the long-term development of the Pollachi region.

ECO-VASTRA Herbal Clothing • Healthy Living An Initiative of Ecogreenunit Foundation :06th Oct 2026

 

Eco-Vastra is a sustainable initiative of Ecogreenunit Foundation that promotes herbal clothing, healthy living, and a circular economy. We have restarted our regular training programmes and manufacturing activities to create new opportunities in sustainable textiles and herbal-based livelihoods.

We educate and empower farmers, rural women, and homemakers to cultivate medicinal and herbal plants, develop value-added products, and access marketing opportunities with our support. We also provide hands-on training in natural dye preparation and eco-friendly textile production, encouraging the use of plant-based colours and sustainable materials.

By connecting herbal cultivation, skill development, manufacturing, and marketing, Eco-Vastra aims to generate rural employment, empower women entrepreneurs, reduce waste, and promote environmentally responsible clothing.

Eco-Vastra – From Herbal Farms to Sustainable Fashion, Creating Livelihoods for a Healthier Planet.

Training Programme on Microgreens and Wheatgrass Cultivation Organised by Ecogreenunit | 3rd October 2026 @ Chennai

Ecogreenunit successfully conducted a training programme on Microgreens and Wheatgrass Cultivation on 3rd October 2026, with the participation of over 30 enthusiastic learners.

The programme provided practical knowledge and guidance on cultivation techniques, growing media, seed selection, harvesting methods, nutritional benefits, and the potential for value-added products and income generation.

The training aimed to encourage farmers, rural women, homemakers, and aspiring entrepreneurs to adopt these short-duration crops as sustainable livelihood opportunities. With growing awareness of healthy food and urban farming, microgreens and wheatgrass offer promising opportunities for small-scale cultivation and entrepreneurship.

Ecogreenunit Foundation continues to empower communities through skill development, sustainable agriculture, and green livelihood initiatives.

Training Programme on Vetiver Mat Weaving and Footwear Making An Initiative of Ecogreenunit Foundation | Palakkad | 2nd October 2026

 

Ecogreenunit Foundation has initiated a skill development training programme for women’s groups in Palakkad on vetiver mat weaving and eco-friendly footwear making, marking the occasion of Gandhi Jayanthi, a day that symbolises self-reliance, rural empowerment, and sustainable livelihoods.

The programme aims to empower women through hands-on training in traditional craftsmanship, natural materials, and value-added vetiver products. It seeks to create opportunities for women entrepreneurs to develop marketable products, generate sustainable income, and promote environmentally friendly alternatives.

By connecting local resources, skill development, and marketing support, Ecogreenunit Foundation continues to advance women’s empowerment, rural entrepreneurship, and a circular economy.

“Empowering Women, Creating Livelihoods, Building a Greener Future.”

Ecogreenunit Foundation’s Visit to Vijayawada Strengthening Natural Farming Through Collaboration from 24th to 27th October 2026

 

Ecogreenunit Foundation undertook a visit to Vijayawada to create awareness and provide guidance to farmers on the principles, practices, and benefits of natural farming.

During the visit, the team met several pioneers in natural farming and explored opportunities for collaboration to promote sustainable agriculture and strengthen farmers’ livelihoods.

As part of this initiative, Ecogreenunit Foundation plans to establish a joint venture programme with experienced natural farmers, utilizing their farms as practical training and demonstration centres. With the support and expertise of these pioneer farmers, the programme aims to provide hands-on training, share proven farming practices, and encourage more farmers to adopt natural farming methods.

Key Objectives

• Create awareness about natural farming among farmers.

• Facilitate knowledge-sharing with experienced natural farming pioneers.

• Develop practical training and demonstration centres on pioneer farmers’ farms.

• Promote sustainable agriculture, soil health, biodiversity, and reduced dependence on chemical inputs.

• Empower farmers through skill development, knowledge transfer, and sustainable livelihood opportunities.

Ecogreenunit Foundation is committed to building a network of natural farming practitioners, enabling farmers to learn directly from successful field experiences and work together towards a healthier environment and a sustainable agricultural future.

A Seminar on Sathavari Herbal Cultivation & Its Benefits

 

A special meeting on Sathavari (Shatavari) herbal cultivation, its health benefits, cultivation practices and livelihood opportunities was conducted today at Kongunadu Arts and Science College, Coimbatore.

The interaction focused on the importance of Sathavari as a valuable medicinal plant and explored opportunities for scientific cultivation, value addition and sustainable income generation for farmers and entrepreneurs.

The programme provided an opportunity to discuss the potential of herbal cultivation and encourage students, farmers and interested participants to explore sustainable agricultural and herbal enterprise opportunities.