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Water harvesting: Since the soil was eroded, they first set up water harvesting structures, such as swales, trenches, percolation tanks. These systems increased the efficiency of water use, recharged four existing borewells (which were not effective) and ensured a regular supply without taking from the reservoir.
Sapling plantation: Water harvesting is incomplete without planting. Saplings from government and private nurseries were used in the first plantation cycles. A nursery was set up to host young trees and plants which were later planted at Polam. The goal was to revive soils and life by planting diverse species.
Fencing: In an arid region, fires are common. To avoid damage, live fences were raised around the boundaries, and windbreaks such as huge teak trees were planted to brave the South wind blowing from the reservoir. Fruit trees have now fully reforested another 2 hectares acre of the farm. The fruit forest has become a new habitat for insects, animals and birds.
Regenerate through biodiversity: In the rest of the land, trees and plants have been scattered between local species, which adapt to the dry land climate, and tropical species. Although some died, diversification ensures that there is regeneration of life.
Animals: Animals playing a key role in regeneration. Chickens, bullocks and cows were integrated in the everyday activities. The chickens provide eggs and their excreta enriched compost. Bullocks are used for ploughing and sowing.
Local crops: Local crops such as millets, pigeon peas, green grams are also grown. Seasonal vegetables from the garden such as brinjals, curry leaves, cluster beans, rosella plants are used for daily consumption and will also be served to the 600 participants at the IPC.