Indigenous Knowledge and Agriculture: A Study on Terrace Cultivation Practices Among Angami Nagas

Ketekhoto Neihu, Yamsani Srikanth · 2026 · Millennial Asia

Summary. The Angami Nagas of Nagaland have developed sophisticated terrace farming systems for paddy cultivation on steep mountain slopes. Their agricultural practices embed indigenous knowledge within cultural and environmental contexts, proving both ecologically adaptive and culturally resilient. The study demonstrates that preserving these traditional systems is essential for long-term food security and environmental stewardship, as their sustainability depends on the integration of ecological practices with community life.

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  title   = {Indigenous Knowledge and Agriculture: A Study on Terrace Cultivation Practices Among Angami Nagas},
  author  = {Ketekhoto Neihu and Yamsani Srikanth},
  journal = {Millennial Asia},
  year    = {2026},
  doi     = {10.1177/09763996261439768},
  url     = {https://doi.org/10.1177/09763996261439768}
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DOI

10.1177/09763996261439768

Countries

India

Regions

Asia

Categories

indigenous-innovation, food-systems, climate-and-environment, general-innovation

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2026-04-29