Karomat Nosirova, 42, lives in the southern part of Tajikistan, in Ghazantarak village, Devashtich district. She is a mother of five—four daughters and a son—and is a well-recognized woman farmer in her community. In addition to being a major producer of high-quality grapes and various mixed crops, Karomat is known for her innovative character. She has introduced and adapted new crop varieties to her village and actively encourages other women farmers from self-help groups to adopt modern technologies.

Karomat and her family currently rent 15 hectares of farmland. According to her, the secret to her success lies in mixed farming, which allows her to manage seasonal work efficiently. Her community interest group (CIG) in Ghazantarak includes 12 women, all of whom are actively engaged in farming. Karomat proudly shares that their grape harvests have been abundant, and they have already completed land preparation and sowing of fall wheat. “Now,” she says, “none of the CIG members worry about stocking up food for the winter. From selling our crops and vegetables, we have secured enough for our families’ needs and food security.”