Farm to table: A day in the fields of Goa's Curtorim village

SALCETE'S BOUNTY

Known as the granary of Salcete, farmers in Curtorim work hard to ensure that the residents of the area have delicious, homegrown produce to enjoy after a long day at work.

DAWN TO DUSK

Braving all kinds of weather — from the sweltering heat to the pouring rain — their work begins at dawn and ends by evening, demonstrating the unbreakable spirit that nurtures the land.

HOMEGROWN HARVEST

Thanks to their dedication in paddy fields and vegetable patches, the locals get to enjoy fresh, homegrown produce in their kitchens.

ANCIENT WISDOM

Whether it’s farming tips or an instinctive understanding of seeds and seasons, their wisdom has been handed down from generation to generation.

FRIENDS OF THE EARTH

These friends of the earth stand as powerful examples of self-reliance and sustainable living.

FARM FRESH

The farmers cultivate a number of vegetables for local consumption, including tambdi bhaji, lady fingers and brinjal to name a few.

TO MARKET, TO MARKET

Come evening, and farmers sell freshly harvested vegetables at local markets, supporting their families and sustaining traditional livelihoods.

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