Step into Nyegol village in Sarawak, Malaysia, where a small Bidayuh community rebuilt their homes above a hydro-electric dam that submerged their original village. Refusing government pressure to relocate, these families chose an independent, self-sufficient way of life—echoing the ethos we champion at Farms Not Factories.
Village chief Simo Sekam explains, “Everything we do is by ourselves—nobody controls us. We are the boss, and we are the workers.” This remarkable resilience contrasts sharply with large-scale corporate projects that often destroy local cultures, forests, and sustainable livelihoods. At Nyegol, families grow their own food, use natural remedies, and manage their own solar and hydro-electric power—showing how small communities can thrive without sacrificing the environment or their independence.
Watch our video to see how Nyegol village stays true to its heritage while embracing low-impact innovations, and discover a lesson for all of us about the power of local food systems and preserving our land for future generations.
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