# Namma Nellu > Every Grain Matters ## Pages - [About Donors](https://nammanellu.com/about-donors/): TURBO ENERGY PRIVATE LIMITED Turbo Energy Private Limited Mr. Thriyambak J. Kannan   Mr. Thriyambak J. Kannan is an experienced litigation advocate with a strong track record across various legal forums. Dr. Tanjore S. BalganeshDr. Tanjore S. Balganesh is a medical microbiologist with over 30 years of experience in infectious disease drug discovery. Ms. Meenakshi BalganeshMs. Meenakshi Balganesh is a retired scientist and passionate Tamil literature enthusiast based in Bangalore. Ms. Varsha MehtaMs. Varsha Mehta is an independent consultant based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, with nearly 30 years of experience in natural resource management. 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You can support Namma Nellu campaign by making a donation through the Namma Nellu website established by CIKS or through the bank account details that are given in our website. Your contribution will go towards the conservation of traditional rice varieties. The amount required to support one TRV is Rs. 15,000/- (Rupees Fifteen Thousand Only) in one single location. Typically, for reasons of safety, CIKS aims to conserve each variety in at least two […] - [Publications and Reports](https://nammanellu.com/publications-and-reports/): Publications and Reports Reports Books Let’s preserve our rice heritage, united in our efforts!​ Donate Now - [Videos](https://nammanellu.com/videos/): Videos Featured Video Interview of Dr.K.Vijayalakshmi to Ms.Revathy Shanmugam Other Videos உஷார்: நம்ம சாப்பாட்டுல இவ்ளோ விஷயம் இருக்கா? – Dr. Vijayalakshmi அதிரடி பேட்டி Namma Nellu Seeraga Samba Myriad Hues of rice video AVB presented a talk for the Webinar series on Desi Rice Namma Nellu video Recipe for Tomato rice using Thanga samba rice by Ms.Revathy Shanmugam Recipe for Navara idly and Vengaya Kosu by Ms.Revathy Shanmugam Recipe for Kalanamak rice sarkkarai pongal by Ms.Revathy Shanmugam- Let’s preserve our rice heritage, united in our efforts!​ Donate Now - [Annual Reports](https://nammanellu.com/annual-reports/): Annual Report Let’s preserve our rice heritage, united in our efforts!​ Donate Now - [Articles](https://nammanellu.com/articles/): Articles​ Let’s preserve our rice heritage, united in our efforts!​ Donate Now - [Recipes](https://nammanellu.com/recipes/): Recipes Let’s preserve our rice heritage, united in our efforts!​ Donate Now - [Contact us](https://nammanellu.com/contact-us/): Contact Us​ Visit Us B-3, Rajalakshmi Complex, 2nd Floor No. 18, Chamiers Road, Nandanam, Chennai – 600 035 Contact Us​ 044-4218 8011​ Email​ nammanellu@gmail.com Join us Auxicon-facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Linkedin We want to hear from you We want to hear from you Visit Us B-3, Rajalakshmi Complex, 2nd Floor No. 18, Chamiers Road, Nandanam, Chennai – 600 035 Contact Us​ 044-4218 8011​ Email​ nammanellu@gmail.com Join us Auxicon-facebook Instagram Twitter Youtube Linkedin If you are interested in visiting our farm, please contact us at nammanellu@gmail.com Let’s preserve our rice heritage, united in our efforts!​ Donate Now - [Spread The Word](https://nammanellu.com/spread-the-word/): Spread The Word​ Spread The Word We understand that reaching out to a diverse audience is vital, but we also recognize the power of personal recommendations. We invite you to help us identify potential individuals or institutions who share an interest in our cause. Your input plays a crucial role in advancing our mission.​ Here’s how you can contribute​ Let’s preserve our rice heritage, united in our efforts!​ Donate Now Here’s how you can contribute​ Let’s preserve our rice heritage, united in our efforts!​ Donate Now - [Failed page](https://nammanellu.com/failed-page/): Transaction failed Sorry, Payment Failed​ Kindly reach out to nammanellu@gmail.com Retry Payment Back to Adoption Having Trouble? Submit a ticket and we will get back to you. - [Success](https://nammanellu.com/success/): Transaction success​ Thank you For Your Contribution Thankyou for your generous contribution. Your contribution goes a long way towards supporting and preserving invaluable traditional rice varieties. For any questions regarding your donation please reach out to us at nammanellu@gmail.com Back To Home Page - [Farming communities](https://nammanellu.com/farming-communities/): Farming Communities​ Empowerment initiatives for farmers are pivotal in our mission. Through collaborative efforts and specialized programs, we equip farmers with knowledge, tools, and resources for sustainable agriculture. Our initiatives encompass training on modern techniques like the System of Rice Intensification (SRI), organic cultivation methods, and the conservation of traditional varieties. Additionally, we support Farmer Producer Companies, fostering collective strength and market access. By empowering farmers with these skills and avenues, we aim to enhance their resilience, economic standing, and overall well-being while promoting a more sustainable agricultural ecosystem.​ Be part of our Community​ Become part of our thriving community […] - [Support Our Initiative](https://nammanellu.com/support-our-initiative/): Support Our Initiative​ Support Our Initiative​ Join us in our mission to foster sustainable agriculture and preserve agricultural diversity. Through our initiatives, we empower farmers, conserve traditional varieties, and promote eco-friendly practices. Your support fuels our efforts in training, research, and community engagement, ensuring a greener, more resilient future. Together, let’s sow the seeds of change and nurture a thriving, sustainable agricultural landscape for generations to come.”​ Sponsor/Adopt a variety​ You can support this Namma Nellu campaign by making a donation through the Namma Nellu website established by CIKS or through the bank account details that are given in our […] - [Traditional Rice Varieties](https://nammanellu.com/traditional-rice-varities/): Traditional Rice Varieties Traditional Rice Varieties Introduction We have gathered comprehensive data pertaining to each traditional variety at different stages of growth of the rice crop. This compilation is done both in our experimental farm and also in farmers’ fields. Description of each traditional rice variety contains a wealth of information encompassing their historical background, cultivation aspects, agronomical attributes, as well as nutritional, therapeutic, and cooking characteristics. Additionally, we have also highlighted distinct and unique features associated with that variety. Not all these information are available for each of the varieties but for some varieties the details available are more […] - [Donation](https://nammanellu.com/donation/): Traditional Rice Varieties Traditional Rice Varieties How you can help At CIKS, we need support for our research and conservation programmes. We deeply value any contributions you make to the cause of ‘conserving agrobiodiverity to ensure food and nutritional security to all’ by supporting its activities through donations.​ Adopt aRice Variety Rs 15,000 What you will get in return​ Your name will appear in the website with the support that you have provided. During the course of the year you will get a gift kit from us. We will provide you with the Namma Nellu report annually. Cheque / Bank […] - [Conservation Efforts](https://nammanellu.com/conservation-efforts/): Conservation Efforts Annually, the CIKS experimental farm at Sukkankollai plays a pivotal role in systematically conserving over 150 diverse rice varieties. This meticulous conservation effort not only safeguards the genetic richness of these varieties but also serves as a crucial resource for ongoing research and sustainable agricultural practices.​ Conservation of TRVs in our experimental farm Upscaling Cultivation​ Currently varieties are cultivated in 10,000 acres belonging to 10,000 farmers. 10 varieties are cultivated on a very large scale (around 7000 hectares) and around 50 varieties are available in the market throughout the year. Our farmers’ fields are spread across in nine […] - [Terms and Conditions](https://nammanellu.com/terms-and-conditions/): Terms and Conditions 1. Introduction ​These Website Standard Terms And Conditions (these “Terms” or these “Website Standard Terms And Conditions”) contained herein on this webpage, shall govern your use of this website, including all pages within this website (collectively referred to herein below as this “Website”). These Terms apply in full force and effect to your use of this Website and by using this Website, you expressly accept all terms and conditions contained herein in full. You must not use this Website if you have any objection to any of these Website Standard Terms And Conditions. This Website is not […] - [About](https://nammanellu.com/about/): Our Vision Conserving Agrobiodiversity for Food and Nutritional Security for all Background India is home to an incredible diversity of both wild and cultivated crops. Diversity is one of the main characteristics of nature and also the very basis of ecological stability. Right since the inception of our work the Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems (www.ciks.org) recognized that if we are to move towards sustainable agriculture based on indigenous resources then one has to build on traditional biodiversity. Our work started with an analysis of the then prevailing scenario and progressed to evolving various conservation efforts. Current Scenario Current Scenario […] - [Home](https://nammanellu.com/): Every Grain Matters Welcome to Namma Nellu. A programme to conserve rice biodiversity of Tamil Nadu Donate now Every Grain Matters Welcome to Namma Nellu. A programme to conserve rice biodiversity of Tamil Nadu Donate now Conserving agrobiodiversity for food and nutritional security for all Our Story Conserving agrobiodiversity for food and nutritional security for all​ Our Story Traditional Rice Varieties​ Discover our diverse range of traditional rice varieties. ​ View all Varieties Conservation Efforts​ Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems (CIKS) has collected more than 160 indigenous varieties​ During the course of our work for the last 30 years on […] - [Privacy Policy](https://nammanellu.com/privacy-policy/): Privacy Policy This Privacy Policy applies to the www.nammanellu.com. www.nammanellu.com recognizes the importance of maintaining your privacy. We value your privacy and appreciate your trust in us. This Policy describes how we treat user information we collect on www.nammanellu.com. This Privacy Policy applies to current and former visitors to our website. 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