The vast experiences of the organisation has resulted in evolution of unique approaches to rural development and emphasis on certain key areas. This includes:
- Sustainable development of agriculture sector through promotion of tree based farming systems
- Integrated development of degraded watershed areas and wasted land
- Promotion of eco-friendly and cost efficient technologies for soil fertility management
- Promotion of rainfed sericulture
Upgrading of cattle and other livestock resources and promotion of improved livestock management practices - Promotion of micro-enterprises through group initiatives
- Promotion of community based systems for management of natural resources and common properties
- Problem oriented research programmes to identify better solutions
Salient features of BIRD-K's development approch
- Research based planning process
- A multi-disciplinary, integrated approach
- Focus on creating sustainable livelihood systems
- Stress on eco-friendly technologies
- Promotion of self-help through capacity building
- Participatory technology development
- Programme implementation through community based organisations
- Emphasis on farmer to farmer extension
