About the Foundation for Agrarian Studies

Founded in 2003 and based in Bengaluru, the Foundation for Agrarian Studies (FAS) is an independent charitable trust committed to advancing critical research in agrarian studies.
FAS facilitates interdisciplinary theoretical and empirical enquiry, connecting scholars, policy professionals, and mass organisations engaged with agrarian questions in India and other less-developed regions.
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The Foundation for Agrarian Studies (FAS) is a charitable trust established in 2003 and based in Bengaluru, India. As an independent research organisation, FAS is committed to facilitating multi-disciplinary theoretical and empirical enquiry in agrarian studies in India and other less-developed countries.

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The Foundation for Agrarian Studies (FAS) is a charitable trust established in 2003 and based in Bengaluru, India.
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Our Team

Our Team
The FAS team comprises dedicated scholars and experts committed to advancing research on India’s...
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Media Presence

Media Presence
FAS shares research through op-eds, expert interviews, and commentary to shape public discourse on agrarian issues.
Media Presence

Collaborate With Us

Collaborate With Us
We collaborate with researchers, students, and institutions to explore diverse socio-economic aspects of rural life in India.
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Insightful Studies for Smarter Agriculture
Research

PARI

Project on Agrarian Relations in India (PARI) is a project to study villages over a wide range of different agro-ecological regions in India. PARI now covers 27 villages in 12 States of the country.

Research Projects

The Foundation for Agrarian Studies (FAS) conducts extensive research on Indian agriculture and rural life, featuring key projects like the Project on Agrarian Relations in India.

Student Research

The Foundation for Agrarian Studies supports the research of M.Phil, and Ph.D. scholars who are interested in the field of agrarian studies &different socio-economic aspects of rural life in India.

Publications

Review of Agrarian Studies

Review of Agrarian Studies
A peer-reviewed journal publishing research and debate on agrarian and rural issues.

Socio-Economic Surveys Series

Socio-Economic Surveys Series
Survey-based studies documenting village economies, livelihoods, and rural change.

Agrarian Studies Series

Agrarian Studies Series
Book-length works on agrarian history, political economy, and rural society.

Research Reports

Research Reports
Detailed field-based reports and empirical findings from FAS research projects.

Other Publications

Other Publications
Essays, notes, and special outputs on contemporary agrarian and development concerns.

Annual Reports

Annual Reports
Yearly summaries of FAS activities, research progress, events, and accounts.

FAS in Time

Foundation Established

Foundation for Agrarian Studies (FAS) was established to promote sustainable agricultural research.

First Field Research

Launched first field research program in rural Maharashtra, focusing on soil health improvement.

Academic Collaboration

Partnered with academic institutions to advance research in water-efficient farming techniques.

Farmer Programs Launched

Initiated ‘Farmer Engagement Programs’ in multiple villages across Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

Research Publication

Published major research paper on organic farming practices adopted by Indian farmers.

Operational Expansion

Expanded research operations into Odisha and Madhya Pradesh; collaborated with NGOs.

15-Year Celebration

FAS celebrated 15+ years of innovation in agriculture science; new focus on digital tools for farmers.

International Partnerships

Began international collaborations for sustainable farming solutions; launched climate-resilient agriculture initiatives.

FAS in Space

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    Madhura Swaminathan is Professor and Head, Economic Analysis Unit, Indian Statistical Institute Bangalore Centre. She is one the Trustees of the Foundation. Webpage