How a low-cost greenhouse box helps Indian farmers combat climate risk

Sathya Raghu Mokkapati: The "greenhouse-in-a-box" empowering farmers in India · 9:23 · Video: TED · Watch at the source

In short: For smallholder farmers in India, unpredictable weather makes agriculture an unreliable source of income. This video explores how a simple, easy-to-build structure helps farmers manage heat, pests, and water scarcity.

Sathya Raghu Mokkapati introduces the 'greenhouse-in-a-box,' a low-cost solution designed to protect crops from extreme environmental pressures. By providing a shield against sizzling summers, pests, and disease, the structure aims to help farmers increase their monthly revenues and produce more food using less water.

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