- We want to carry out scientific studies on the 30 varieties of forgotten native rice varieties to determine their growing requirements and nutritional value. In addition, we would like to understand their climate resilience capacity.
![Fully grown local varieties](https://i.postimg.cc/sDhkbt9F/atarya-4-3localvarities.png)

- We have observed that some of these varieties consume up to 25% to 50% less water. 

- Climate resilience for plants is more crucial than ever. There is currently a severe drought in the state of Karnataka, causing never seen before losses in the agricultural section. 

- Our upcoming plan involves distributing these seeds and saplings to 50 local farmers and document their opinions and experiences with it.

- We intend to conduct workshops within the local farmer community to share knowledge about organic and traditional agricultural practices, and as well about the native rice species.

- Establishing experience zones where farmers and other community members can witness firsthand the process of these farming techniques.