In the Fields of Heritage: A Visit to Shabari Naturals and the Story Behind the “Best Indrayani Rice”
When I first heard the name Shabari Naturals , it was in conversations about tribal products, organic heritage grains, and community-driven agriculture. Their flagship offering, Indrayani Rice , is often hailed among connoisseurs as the best Indrayani Rice in India. Intrigued, I traveled to Nashik and met with their team, visited farms, and traced how a grain becomes a symbol of tribal pride and sustainability. Here’s a first-hand journalistic account of what I observed, learned, and reflected upon. The Roots of Shabari Naturals: Identity, Mission, and Structure Shabari Naturals is a brand under the umbrella of the Shabari Tribal Finance and Development Corporation (STFDC) , a Nashik-based agency that works toward the upliftment of tribal communities. Their mandate includes promoting tribal produce, facilitating market access, and empowering local producers. (Recently, STFDC won a Skoch Award in innovation and their brand “Shabari Naturals” itself won a silver in tribal organic produc...