​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ 10-Year Activity & Competency Report (2016–2025)

Focus Area: Sustainable Himalayan Development, Medicinal Plants, & Scientific Apiculture 

1. Executive Summary 

Over the last decade, HUMAN has emerged as a premier technical and implementation partner in the Indian Himalayan Region (IHR). With a focus on the "Nature-Man" synergy, the organization has successfully executed 10 major multi-year projects, impacting over 5,000 farmers across Uttarakhand. Our competency lies in managing the entire value chain of Himalayan bio-resources—from scientific nursery management to market-ready branding. 

2. Decade of Impact: Key Project Milestones (2016–2025) 

A. Medicinal & Aromatic Plants (MAPs) Value Chain 

● Farmer Integration: Developed a network of 5,000+ farmers engaged in the sustainable cultivation of Himalayan herbs. 

● Kutki Certification (QCI): Successfully registered and trained Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa) farmers under QCI GAP standards, ensuring international quality and higher price realization for growers. 

● Herbal Education: Established School Herbal Gardens in collaboration with the Department of Forest and State Biodiversity Board to foster conservation awareness among the youth.

● Policy Advocacy: Actively assisted the Government of Uttarakhand in drafting and refining the Himalayan Medicinal Plants Policy.

 B. Scientific Beekeeping & 'Bee Pahadi' (Sweet Revolution) 

● Species Conservation: Promoted the rearing of the indigenous Himalayan bee (Apis cerana indica) to preserve local biodiversity. 

● Infrastructure Development: Established a state-of-the-art Honey Production Unit and a Custom Hiring Centre (CHC) to provide farmers with modern extraction and processing equipment.

● Brand Success: Launched the 'Bee Pahadi' brand, successfully linking remote mountain honey producers to urban markets, thereby doubling farmer incomes in project clusters. 

C. Institutional Capacity Building

 ● Training & Extension: Conducted over 100+ specialized training programs for Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs), and Cooperatives. 

 ● Consultancy Excellence: Served as the "Expert Institution" for GIZ (Germany) and UNDP on projects involving biodiversity-based livelihoods and sustainable processing. 

3. Strategic Project Portfolio (2016–2025)

4. Organizational Leadership & Human Capital 

The organization is supported by a robust team of subject matter experts, including: 

● Scientific Experts: PhD holders specializing in Field Production and Processing. 

● Field Management: Experienced District Coordinators and Master Trainers specialized in women’s skill development and marketing.

● Administrative Core: Dedicated staff for PFMS-compliant accounting and program supervision. 

5. Conclusion: 

The Roadmap to 2030 HUMAN stands ready to scale its proven models in herbal value chains and scientific beekeeping. 

Our 10-year journey reflects a transition from a grassroots NGO to a Strategic Technical Partner capable of handling large-scale CSR and International developmental mandates.

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