Bridgestone India to support 1 lakh rubber farmers in Kerala

The initiative aims to promote a sustainable supply chain of natural rubber while enhancing the livelihoods of 5,000 smallholder rubber farmers.

Autocar Professional BureauBy Autocar Professional Bureau calendar 18 Oct 2023 Views icon4332 Views Share - Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to LinkedIn Share to Whatsapp
Bridgestone India to support 1 lakh rubber farmers in Kerala

Bridgestone Corporation-owned Bridgestone India has committed to support one lakh smallholder rubber farmers in Idukki and Kottayam districts in Kerala. In collaboration with the Netherlands-based NGO Solidaridad, Bridgestone India launched "UNNATI – a Sustainable Natural Rubber Initiative", a project aimed at driving positive change within the rubber industry.

The initiative aims to promote a sustainable supply chain of natural rubber while enhancing the livelihoods of 5,000 smallholder rubber farmers. Moreover, it seeks to build capacities for 95,000 smallholder farmers in better rubber cultivation over a span of 4.5 years, commencing from 1 October 2022.

The programme will involve various elements, including sustainable practices, community development, capacity building and Research and development.

The project is aligned with the guidelines of Rubber Board of India’s essential topics such as field establishment, nutrient management, pest and disease control, latex harvest technology, wastewater management, and occupational health and safety.

Bridgestone Corporation is a global leader in tyres and sustainable mobility solutions.

 

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