Farming, Warli Art by Dilip Bahotha

In this Warli painting, Dilip Bahotha depicts the Farming practices of the Warli tribe. Agriculture forms the backbone of the Warli tribe’s economy and sustenance. They practice subsistence farming, cultivating crops such as rice, millet, pulses, and vegetables. The agricultural practices follow a traditional approach with a focus on sustainable methods, including organic farming, mixed cropping, and crop rotation. As the indigenous inhabitants of the land, the Warli people’s identity is intertwined with the encompassing forests that surround their villages. The Warli tribal way of life is deeply rooted in their relationship with nature, sustainable practices, community cohesion, and cultural expressions.