The WIN NutriShakti Project, implemented with Aagamya Foundation in Kubernagar, has been empowering women from low-income communities through training in nutrition, food production, and basic business skills. Following the successful completion of the first batch, several women have initiated their own snacks and live food enterprises.

Considering location and space constraints, WIN is now exploring scaling the initiative into an enterprise model in the Ghatlodia area of Ahmedabad. The new program, planned for launch in May 2026, aims to train around 35 young women in nutrition production and 4–5 young men in sales and marketing.

We continue our Nutripreneur initiatives in Machharda village (Rajkot, Gujarat) in collaboration with the Centre for Environment Education (CEE), along with the extension of the Chetna project in Vasna, Ahmedabad for an additional three months.

Currently, around 35 nutripreneurs are engaged in the Machharda project under the brand Sakhi Foods. A new production centre is under construction, and an additional women’s group has been identified to expand operations, particularly in dry nutritious snacks. In the coming phase, the focus will be on strengthening business development and entrepreneurial skills.

WIN Team Visit to CEE Nutrition project sites -Jasdan (Rajkot) and Kalawad (Jamnagar) Clusters

Field visits conducted in early 2026 across the Jasdan cluster revealed strong adoption of Nutri Gardens under the Ganga-Ma Model. The gardens showcased rich crop diversity, including fruits, tubers, and medicinal plants, along with complete use of natural inputs such as Jeevamrut and Amrutjal. These practices have led to improved household nutrition, daily savings of ₹100–200 on vegetable purchases, and in some cases, additional income through the sale of surplus produce.

In the Kalawad cluster, outcomes were mixed, with villages having irrigation support showing better performance, while water-scarce areas faced ongoing challenges. The visit also included a review of the Machharda production unit, where training on new nutritious products was conducted. 

Despite socio-economic constraints, women demonstrated strong resilience and continued commitment to maintaining their gardens and strengthening their livelihoods.

A two-day residential refresher training for WIN-supported Nutri Gardeners was conducted by CEE at Junagadh University, with around 40 participants. The training focused on natural farming, soil health, and sustainable cultivation, while also promoting livelihood opportunities through value addition.

The programme concluded with a Nutri Garden competition across Jasdan and Kalawad clusters, recognizing top performers and encouraging wider adoption of chemical-free, nutrition-focused gardening practices.

WIN Foundation, in collaboration with VASCSC, has launched the National Nutri-Garden School Competition 2026. The initiative encourages schools to develop sustainable, chemical-free gardens with nutrient-rich and indigenous plants, promoting soil health and nutrition. It also aims to foster STEM-based experiential learning, leadership, and teamwork among students. Schools across India (Std 3–12) are invited to participate in this unique program. Selected schools will receive support for Nutri-Gardens, access to expert sessions, and opportunities to win awards.

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