Mr. A. Rama Krishna Raju

CEO – BREDS
Management Representative, Centurion University
Founder Director – GramTarang Inclusive Development Services Pvt. Ltd.

Agriculture, being the primary sector for the Indian sub-continent and the major source of livelihood for a large portion of the population, continues to demand focused attention at every level. Environmental protection has become a serious concern due to depleting natural resources and soil degradation. The need of the hour is to adopt innovative and integrated agricultural and horticultural technologies that improve farmers’ economic conditions while simultaneously protecting the environment.

Integrated and innovative farming approaches, optimal utilization of resources, use of organic manures, and adoption of natural farming practices are widely recognized as sustainable solutions for farm viability and farmer well-being.

The Government of India’s vision of doubling farmers’ incomes highlights the importance of treating each farm as an enterprise and every farmer as an entrepreneur, supported by skills and enabling ecosystems.

About BREDS

BREDS has implemented various developmental programs aimed at improving the quality of life through better health, reduced drudgery, and an enriched environment across Andhra Pradesh and Odisha.

BREDS offers meaningful opportunities for professionals, researchers, volunteers, and youth to engage in rural transformation through internships, volunteering, and long-term careers.

Core Values

Prime Activities

• Promotion and strengthening of community-based organizations
• Natural resource management, watershed development, horticulture & organic farming
• Convergence with government programs
• Farm & non-farm livelihood initiatives and value addition
• Reproductive health, mother & child care, HIV/AIDS awareness
• Skill development for rural artisans, entrepreneurs & youth
• Life skills development and information mediation
• Business development services and rural marketing
• Rights & entitlements awareness
• Support to victims of domestic violence
• Child development & child rights advocacy
• Community-based disaster risk management
• Promotion of networks and people’s federations