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Apataniw: /* Kedu (Small Hand Dibbler) */

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Kedu (Small Hand Dibbler)

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	The Palii is a weeding tool popularly used in the Apatani Agricultural field. The use of Palii has a long history in the Apatani mythology since the time of Abotani and Tinii Rungya. Palii is a rounded head with a sharp blade on both sides and it has cross legs for easy holding. In the earlier period, Palii used to be made of bamboo but with the introduction of metal in the Apatani valley, people started making Palii out of mild steel or aluminium plain sheet. Palii is mainly used in millet gardens and vegetable gardens for clearing weeds. It is also used for clearing weeds from the dykes of paddy fields after millet is grown. Its small size makes it convenient for working in tight spaces and around delicate plants like millet and vegetables.		The Palii is a weeding tool popularly used in the Apatani Agricultural field. The use of Palii has a long history in the Apatani mythology since the time of Abotani and Tinii Rungya. Palii is a rounded head with a sharp blade on both sides and it has cross legs for easy holding. In the earlier period, Palii used to be made of bamboo but with the introduction of metal in the Apatani valley, people started making Palii out of mild steel or aluminium plain sheet. Palii is mainly used in millet gardens and vegetable gardens for clearing weeds. It is also used for clearing weeds from the dykes of paddy fields after millet is grown. Its small size makes it convenient for working in tight spaces and around delicate plants like millet and vegetables.


	== Sampya (Transportation Tool) ==		== Sampya (Transportation Tool) ==

Apataniw: /* Sampya (Transportation Tool) */

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Sampya (Transportation Tool)

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	[[File:Sampya.png\|thumb\|Sampya]]		[[File:Sampya.png\|thumb\|Sampya]]
	Sampya is a wooden transportation tool, used particularly for transporting soil from an elevated area to a lower area within the agricultural field to make the field even in terms of elevation. It is also used to transport the collection of weeds from one place to another within the same field. Sampya is also used during the transplantation of paddy saplings for transporting of saplings. It is a flat and oval-shaped wooden flank with a rope tied in the front for pulling purposes.		Sampya is a wooden transportation tool, used particularly for transporting soil from an elevated area to a lower area within the agricultural field to make the field even in terms of elevation. It is also used to transport the collection of weeds from one place to another within the same field. Sampya is also used during the transplantation of paddy saplings for transporting of saplings. It is a flat and oval-shaped wooden flank with a rope tied in the front for pulling purposes.


			== Kedu (Small Hand Dibbler) ==
			[[File:Kedu.png\|thumb\|Kedu]]
			Kedu (Hand Dibbler) is a small hand tool used in paddy fields to make holes in soil for planting paddy saplings. It is especially handy for precise spacing and depth when planting. To use it, simply push it into the soil at the desired location, create a hole then drop the paddy sapling in it. It is a useful tool for paddy plantations ensuring proper spacing and planting depth for the crops. Kedu is made of wood with a rounded sharp head for easy dibbling of hard soil.

			== Damii (Hand Dibbler) ==
			[[File:Damii.png\|thumb\|Damii]]
			Damii is a traditional long-hand dibbler used by the Apatanis. It is used for making holes in the soil for planting seeds, seedlings, or bulbs. Compared to Kedu, Damii is longer and wider in size. It measures around 5 to 6 feet in height. Damii is normally used for planting millet saplings in agriculture dykes, maize in gardens and other cereals like beans, peas, lentils, etc. whereas Kedu is normally used for plating paddy saplings in the hard soil of the paddy field. Damii is an eco-friendly, low-tech wooden hand tool and has been passed down through generations, connecting people with land and their cultural heritage.

Apataniw: /* Ilyo (Machete/ Grass Slasher) */

2025-06-14T06:04:15Z

Ilyo (Machete/ Grass Slasher)

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	[[File:Ilyo.png\|thumb\|ilyo]]		[[File:Ilyo.png\|thumb\|ilyo]]
	ilyo is a very versatile tool commonly used for clearing vegetation, particularly when a jungle is to be transformed into a new agricultural field. It is excellent for cutting through dense vegetation, such as tall grass, bush, and small branches. It is often used to clear fields, pathways and overgrown areas. It is believed that in Iipyo supuñ, Aaba Liibo and Anii Donii used Tiigo ilyo for clearing the jungle where they first started their farming. ilyo is normally used as a pruning tool for trees and plants, particularly in situations where precision is not much required like in Bije-Sansuñ (Bamboo grove), Saadi (Grove), Morey (Jungle), etc. The Apatanis normally believed that the earliest ironworks were started by Abo Loma, and most of the existing old ilyo like Chi'ri ilyo (Striped Machete) is the product of Abo Loma. There are different types of ilyo as per the nature of work, like Chi'ri ilyo (Striped Machete) for ritual purposes, and Giiming ilyo (Normal Machete) for normal day-to-day work. The cutting area of ilyo is made of good quality iron and the handle is generally made of wood and sometimes with good quality bamboo and the cover of the ilyo called Hubyu is also made of Bamboo and cane.		ilyo is a very versatile tool commonly used for clearing vegetation, particularly when a jungle is to be transformed into a new agricultural field. It is excellent for cutting through dense vegetation, such as tall grass, bush, and small branches. It is often used to clear fields, pathways and overgrown areas. It is believed that in Iipyo supuñ, Aaba Liibo and Anii Donii used Tiigo ilyo for clearing the jungle where they first started their farming. ilyo is normally used as a pruning tool for trees and plants, particularly in situations where precision is not much required like in Bije-Sansuñ (Bamboo grove), Saadi (Grove), Morey (Jungle), etc. The Apatanis normally believed that the earliest ironworks were started by Abo Loma, and most of the existing old ilyo like Chi'ri ilyo (Striped Machete) is the product of Abo Loma. There are different types of ilyo as per the nature of work, like Chi'ri ilyo (Striped Machete) for ritual purposes, and Giiming ilyo (Normal Machete) for normal day-to-day work. The cutting area of ilyo is made of good quality iron and the handle is generally made of wood and sometimes with good quality bamboo and the cover of the ilyo called Hubyu is also made of Bamboo and cane.

			== Tanii Pa (ilyo mi) ==
			ilyo mi Tanii atañ abu loda miina pa'na nañdu.

	== Dipe (Spade) ==		== Dipe (Spade) ==

Apataniw at 06:02, 14 June 2025

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	== Ilyo (Machete/ Grass Slasher) ==		== Ilyo (Machete/ Grass Slasher) ==
	[[File:Ilyo.png\|thumb]]		[[File:Ilyo.png\|thumb\|ilyo]]
	ilyo is a very versatile tool commonly used for clearing vegetation, particularly when a jungle is to be transformed into a new agricultural field. It is excellent for cutting through dense vegetation, such as tall grass, bush, and small branches. It is often used to clear fields, pathways and overgrown areas. It is believed that in Iipyo supuñ, Aaba Liibo and Anii Donii used Tiigo ilyo for clearing the jungle where they first started their farming. ilyo is normally used as a pruning tool for trees and plants, particularly in situations where precision is not much required like in Bije-Sansuñ (Bamboo grove), Saadi (Grove), Morey (Jungle), etc. The Apatanis normally believed that the earliest ironworks were started by Abo Loma, and most of the existing old ilyo like Chi'ri ilyo (Striped Machete) is the product of Abo Loma. There are different types of ilyo as per the nature of work, like Chi'ri ilyo (Striped Machete) for ritual purposes, and Giiming ilyo (Normal Machete) for normal day-to-day work. The cutting area of ilyo is made of good quality iron and the handle is generally made of wood and sometimes with good quality bamboo and the cover of the ilyo called Hubyu is also made of Bamboo and cane.		ilyo is a very versatile tool commonly used for clearing vegetation, particularly when a jungle is to be transformed into a new agricultural field. It is excellent for cutting through dense vegetation, such as tall grass, bush, and small branches. It is often used to clear fields, pathways and overgrown areas. It is believed that in Iipyo supuñ, Aaba Liibo and Anii Donii used Tiigo ilyo for clearing the jungle where they first started their farming. ilyo is normally used as a pruning tool for trees and plants, particularly in situations where precision is not much required like in Bije-Sansuñ (Bamboo grove), Saadi (Grove), Morey (Jungle), etc. The Apatanis normally believed that the earliest ironworks were started by Abo Loma, and most of the existing old ilyo like Chi'ri ilyo (Striped Machete) is the product of Abo Loma. There are different types of ilyo as per the nature of work, like Chi'ri ilyo (Striped Machete) for ritual purposes, and Giiming ilyo (Normal Machete) for normal day-to-day work. The cutting area of ilyo is made of good quality iron and the handle is generally made of wood and sometimes with good quality bamboo and the cover of the ilyo called Hubyu is also made of Bamboo and cane.

	== Dipe (Spade) ==		== Dipe (Spade) ==
	[[File:Dipe.png\|thumb]]		[[File:Dipe.png\|thumb\|Dipe]]
	The origin of Dipe dates back to Iipyo supuñ, where Āba Liibo used Turu Dipe for the first landscaping of the agricultural field. Dipe is primarily used for tilling, digging and landscaping of the agricultural land. This is mainly done for the placement of seeds and plants to grow. Dipe in the Apatani agricultural activities are used for multiple purposes right from pre-sowing to post-harvesting time. In the pre-sowing period, Dipe is used for digging of land particularly for Aji Agger Pagger (Mending of earthen dykes in agricultural field), clearing of weeds from Aji Agger (dykes of Agriculture field), tilling of land, levelling of land, landscaping of the agricultural field, etc. Dipe is also used as moving material such as soil and collection of weeds from one place to another. There are different types of Dipe designed for specific tasks. For example, a square/ rectangular shape Dipe is great for preparing Aji Pakho/Hetey (Trenches within the agricultural field) and for weeding of dykes before millet saplings are planted. The regular design Dipe is used for general digging and levelling of land. Like any other tools, Dipe requires maintenance to keep them in good working condition. The maintenance is normally done by the local blacksmith like sharpening and mending of the broken part, etc. The handle which is made of Bamboo or wood is locally fixed by the farmers themselves.		The origin of Dipe dates back to Iipyo supuñ, where Āba Liibo used Turu Dipe for the first landscaping of the agricultural field. Dipe is primarily used for tilling, digging and landscaping of the agricultural land. This is mainly done for the placement of seeds and plants to grow. Dipe in the Apatani agricultural activities are used for multiple purposes right from pre-sowing to post-harvesting time. In the pre-sowing period, Dipe is used for digging of land particularly for Aji Agger Pagger (Mending of earthen dykes in agricultural field), clearing of weeds from Aji Agger (dykes of Agriculture field), tilling of land, levelling of land, landscaping of the agricultural field, etc. Dipe is also used as moving material such as soil and collection of weeds from one place to another. There are different types of Dipe designed for specific tasks. For example, a square/ rectangular shape Dipe is great for preparing Aji Pakho/Hetey (Trenches within the agricultural field) and for weeding of dykes before millet saplings are planted. The regular design Dipe is used for general digging and levelling of land. Like any other tools, Dipe requires maintenance to keep them in good working condition. The maintenance is normally done by the local blacksmith like sharpening and mending of the broken part, etc. The handle which is made of Bamboo or wood is locally fixed by the farmers themselves.

	== Danii (Wooden Mace) ==		== Danii (Wooden Mace) ==
	[[File:Danii.png\|thumb]]		[[File:Danii.png\|thumb\|Danii]]
	Danii is typically a wooden club with a heavy head that is normally used for construction purposes. In the agriculture field, it is used for the construction of boundary fences, for tightening of soil while constructing agricultural dykes (Aji Ager) and also for adding bamboo retaining fences (Myode) in dykes (Aji Ager).		Danii is typically a wooden club with a heavy head that is normally used for construction purposes. In the agriculture field, it is used for the construction of boundary fences, for tightening of soil while constructing agricultural dykes (Aji Ager) and also for adding bamboo retaining fences (Myode) in dykes (Aji Ager).


	== Hiita (Land Levelling/Trenches Lining tools) ==		== Hiita (Land Levelling/Trenches Lining tools) ==
	[[File:Hiita.png\|thumb]]		[[File:Hiita.png\|thumb\|Hiita]]
	Hiita is a wooden land levelling tool that has been used for centuries in agricultural work to smooth out the soil surface of paddy nurseries (Midiñ) before seeding of the paddy. Hiita is also used as a lining tool for making trenches (Pakho/Hetey) in paddy fields and for breaking soil blocks in agricultural fields. Hiita is normally made of locally available wood; it is 4 to 5 feet long with a flat shape head and round safe handle.		Hiita is a wooden land levelling tool that has been used for centuries in agricultural work to smooth out the soil surface of paddy nurseries (Midiñ) before seeding of the paddy. Hiita is also used as a lining tool for making trenches (Pakho/Hetey) in paddy fields and for breaking soil blocks in agricultural fields. Hiita is normally made of locally available wood; it is 4 to 5 feet long with a flat shape head and round safe handle.

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	Kele is a small handmade weeding tool primarily used in the Apatani agricultural system. It is similar to a Khurpi or a Trowel. Its small size makes it convenient for working in tight spaces and around delicate plants like paddy. Kele is normally made of bamboo with a rounded sharp head for easy removal of weeds. At present many farmers are using iron Kele in place of bamboo considering the durability of its body and sharpness.		Kele is a small handmade weeding tool primarily used in the Apatani agricultural system. It is similar to a Khurpi or a Trowel. Its small size makes it convenient for working in tight spaces and around delicate plants like paddy. Kele is normally made of bamboo with a rounded sharp head for easy removal of weeds. At present many farmers are using iron Kele in place of bamboo considering the durability of its body and sharpness.
	[[File:Iron kele.png\|thumb\|Iron kele]]		[[File:Iron kele.png\|thumb\|Iron kele]]

			== Palii (Weeding Tools) ==
			[[File:Palii.png\|thumb]]
			The Palii is a weeding tool popularly used in the Apatani Agricultural field. The use of Palii has a long history in the Apatani mythology since the time of Abotani and Tinii Rungya. Palii is a rounded head with a sharp blade on both sides and it has cross legs for easy holding. In the earlier period, Palii used to be made of bamboo but with the introduction of metal in the Apatani valley, people started making Palii out of mild steel or aluminium plain sheet. Palii is mainly used in millet gardens and vegetable gardens for clearing weeds. It is also used for clearing weeds from the dykes of paddy fields after millet is grown. Its small size makes it convenient for working in tight spaces and around delicate plants like millet and vegetables.

			== Sampya (Transportation Tool) ==
			[[File:Sampya.png\|thumb\|Sampya]]
			Sampya is a wooden transportation tool, used particularly for transporting soil from an elevated area to a lower area within the agricultural field to make the field even in terms of elevation. It is also used to transport the collection of weeds from one place to another within the same field. Sampya is also used during the transplantation of paddy saplings for transporting of saplings. It is a flat and oval-shaped wooden flank with a rope tied in the front for pulling purposes.

Apataniw: /* TRADITIONAL TOOLS OF THE APATANIS */

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TRADITIONAL TOOLS OF THE APATANIS

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 [[File:Dipe.png|thumb]]
 The origin of Dipe dates back to Iipyo supuñ, where Āba Liibo used Turu Dipe for the first landscaping of the agricultural field. Dipe is primarily used for tilling, digging and landscaping of the agricultural land. This is mainly done for the placement of seeds and plants to grow. Dipe in the Apatani agricultural activities are used for multiple purposes right from pre-sowing to post-harvesting time. In the pre-sowing period, Dipe is used for digging of land particularly for Aji Agger Pagger (Mending of earthen dykes in agricultural field), clearing of weeds from Aji Agger (dykes of Agriculture field), tilling of land, levelling of land, landscaping of the agricultural field, etc. Dipe is also used as moving material such as soil and collection of weeds from one place to another. There are different types of Dipe designed for specific tasks. For example, a square/ rectangular shape Dipe is great for preparing Aji Pakho/Hetey (Trenches within the agricultural field) and for weeding of dykes before millet saplings are planted. The regular design Dipe is used for general digging and levelling of land. Like any other tools, Dipe requires maintenance to keep them in good working condition. The maintenance is normally done by the local blacksmith like sharpening and mending of the broken part, etc. The handle which is made of Bamboo or wood is locally fixed by the farmers themselves.

Apataniw: /* Dipe (Spade) */

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Dipe (Spade)

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	== Dipe (Spade) ==		== Dipe (Spade) ==
	[[File:Dipe.png\|thumb]]		[[File:Dipe.png\|thumb]]
	The origin of Dipe dates back to Iipyo supuñ, where ~~Aaba~~ Liibo used Turu Dipe for the first landscaping of the agricultural field. Dipe is primarily used for tilling, digging and landscaping of the agricultural land. This is mainly done for the placement of seeds and plants to grow. Dipe in the Apatani agricultural activities are used for multiple purposes right from pre-sowing to post-harvesting time. In the pre-sowing period, Dipe is used for digging of land particularly for Aji Agger Pagger (Mending of earthen dykes in agricultural field), clearing of weeds from Aji Agger (dykes of Agriculture field), tilling of land, levelling of land, landscaping of the agricultural field, etc. Dipe is also used as moving material such as soil and collection of weeds from one place to another. There are different types of Dipe designed for specific tasks. For example, a square/ rectangular shape Dipe is great for preparing Aji Pakho/Hetey (Trenches within the agricultural field) and for weeding of dykes before millet saplings are planted. The regular design Dipe is used for general digging and levelling of land. Like any other tools, Dipe requires maintenance to keep them in good working condition. The maintenance is normally done by the local blacksmith like sharpening and mending of the broken part, etc. The handle which is made of Bamboo or wood is locally fixed by the farmers themselves.		The origin of Dipe dates back to Iipyo supuñ, where Āba Liibo used Turu Dipe for the first landscaping of the agricultural field. Dipe is primarily used for tilling, digging and landscaping of the agricultural land. This is mainly done for the placement of seeds and plants to grow. Dipe in the Apatani agricultural activities are used for multiple purposes right from pre-sowing to post-harvesting time. In the pre-sowing period, Dipe is used for digging of land particularly for Aji Agger Pagger (Mending of earthen dykes in agricultural field), clearing of weeds from Aji Agger (dykes of Agriculture field), tilling of land, levelling of land, landscaping of the agricultural field, etc. Dipe is also used as moving material such as soil and collection of weeds from one place to another. There are different types of Dipe designed for specific tasks. For example, a square/ rectangular shape Dipe is great for preparing Aji Pakho/Hetey (Trenches within the agricultural field) and for weeding of dykes before millet saplings are planted. The regular design Dipe is used for general digging and levelling of land. Like any other tools, Dipe requires maintenance to keep them in good working condition. The maintenance is normally done by the local blacksmith like sharpening and mending of the broken part, etc. The handle which is made of Bamboo or wood is locally fixed by the farmers themselves.

Apataniw: /* Elyo (Machete/ Grass Slasher) */

2025-06-14T05:48:23Z

Elyo (Machete/ Grass Slasher)

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	In the grand narrative of agriculture, the spotlight often shines on the productivity of farmers and the bountiful harvest they bring forth. However, amidst the celebration of agricultural achievements, there exists a silent, often overlooked cohort of unsung heroes – the tools and implements that enable farmers to cultivate the land, sow the seeds of progress, and reap the rewards of their labour. In many agricultural societies, traditional tools have been used for generations, passed down from ancestors who relied on them for their livelihoods. From hand ploughs and sickles to power tillers and threshing machines, these tools have played a pivotal role in shaping agricultural practices and sustaining communities. Yet, as modern farming techniques and machinery become more prevalent, there's a tendency to overlook the significance of these traditional implements. The cultural and historical significance of agricultural tools cannot be overstated. These tools often carry deep symbolic meaning, representing the connection between humanity and the land, the resilience of rural communities, and the wisdom passed down through generations. Preserving and honouring these traditions is essential for maintaining cultural identity and fostering a sense of pride in agricultural heritage.		In the grand narrative of agriculture, the spotlight often shines on the productivity of farmers and the bountiful harvest they bring forth. However, amidst the celebration of agricultural achievements, there exists a silent, often overlooked cohort of unsung heroes – the tools and implements that enable farmers to cultivate the land, sow the seeds of progress, and reap the rewards of their labour. In many agricultural societies, traditional tools have been used for generations, passed down from ancestors who relied on them for their livelihoods. From hand ploughs and sickles to power tillers and threshing machines, these tools have played a pivotal role in shaping agricultural practices and sustaining communities. Yet, as modern farming techniques and machinery become more prevalent, there's a tendency to overlook the significance of these traditional implements. The cultural and historical significance of agricultural tools cannot be overstated. These tools often carry deep symbolic meaning, representing the connection between humanity and the land, the resilience of rural communities, and the wisdom passed down through generations. Preserving and honouring these traditions is essential for maintaining cultural identity and fostering a sense of pride in agricultural heritage.

	== ~~Elyo~~ (Machete/ Grass Slasher) ==		== Ilyo (Machete/ Grass Slasher) ==
	[[File:Ilyo.png\|thumb]]		[[File:Ilyo.png\|thumb]]
	~~Elyo~~ is a very versatile tool commonly used for clearing vegetation, particularly when a jungle is to be transformed into a new agricultural field. It is excellent for cutting through dense vegetation, such as tall grass, bush, and small branches. It is often used to clear fields, pathways and overgrown areas. It is believed that in Iipyo supuñ, Aaba Liibo and Anii Donii used Tiigo ~~Elyo~~ for clearing the jungle where they first started their farming. ~~Elyo~~ is normally used as a pruning tool for trees and plants, particularly in situations where precision is not much required like in Bije-Sansuñ (Bamboo grove), Saadi (Grove), Morey (Jungle), etc. The Apatanis normally believed that the earliest ironworks were started by Abo Loma, and most of the existing old ~~Elyo~~ like ~~Chiri Elyo~~ (Striped Machete) is the product of Abo Loma. There are different types of ~~Elyo~~ as per the nature of work, like ~~Chiri Elyo~~ (Striped Machete) for ritual purposes, and Giiming ~~Elyo~~ (Normal Machete) for normal day-to-day work. The cutting area of ~~Elyo~~ is made of good quality iron and the handle is generally made of wood and sometimes with good quality bamboo and the cover of the ~~Elyo~~ called Hubyu is also made of Bamboo and cane.		ilyo is a very versatile tool commonly used for clearing vegetation, particularly when a jungle is to be transformed into a new agricultural field. It is excellent for cutting through dense vegetation, such as tall grass, bush, and small branches. It is often used to clear fields, pathways and overgrown areas. It is believed that in Iipyo supuñ, Aaba Liibo and Anii Donii used Tiigo ilyo for clearing the jungle where they first started their farming. ilyo is normally used as a pruning tool for trees and plants, particularly in situations where precision is not much required like in Bije-Sansuñ (Bamboo grove), Saadi (Grove), Morey (Jungle), etc. The Apatanis normally believed that the earliest ironworks were started by Abo Loma, and most of the existing old ilyo like Chi'ri ilyo (Striped Machete) is the product of Abo Loma. There are different types of ilyo as per the nature of work, like Chi'ri ilyo (Striped Machete) for ritual purposes, and Giiming ilyo (Normal Machete) for normal day-to-day work. The cutting area of ilyo is made of good quality iron and the handle is generally made of wood and sometimes with good quality bamboo and the cover of the ilyo called Hubyu is also made of Bamboo and cane.

	== Dipe (Spade) ==		== Dipe (Spade) ==
	[[File:Dipe.png\|thumb]]		[[File:Dipe.png\|thumb]]
	The origin of Dipe dates back to Iipyo supuñ, where Aaba Liibo used Turu Dipe for the first landscaping of the agricultural field. Dipe is primarily used for tilling, digging and landscaping of the agricultural land. This is mainly done for the placement of seeds and plants to grow. Dipe in the Apatani agricultural activities are used for multiple purposes right from pre-sowing to post-harvesting time. In the pre-sowing period, Dipe is used for digging of land particularly for Aji Agger Pagger (Mending of earthen dykes in agricultural field), clearing of weeds from Aji Agger (dykes of Agriculture field), tilling of land, levelling of land, landscaping of the agricultural field, etc. Dipe is also used as moving material such as soil and collection of weeds from one place to another. There are different types of Dipe designed for specific tasks. For example, a square/ rectangular shape Dipe is great for preparing Aji Pakho/Hetey (Trenches within the agricultural field) and for weeding of dykes before millet saplings are planted. The regular design Dipe is used for general digging and levelling of land. Like any other tools, Dipe requires maintenance to keep them in good working condition. The maintenance is normally done by the local blacksmith like sharpening and mending of the broken part, etc. The handle which is made of Bamboo or wood is locally fixed by the farmers themselves.		The origin of Dipe dates back to Iipyo supuñ, where Aaba Liibo used Turu Dipe for the first landscaping of the agricultural field. Dipe is primarily used for tilling, digging and landscaping of the agricultural land. This is mainly done for the placement of seeds and plants to grow. Dipe in the Apatani agricultural activities are used for multiple purposes right from pre-sowing to post-harvesting time. In the pre-sowing period, Dipe is used for digging of land particularly for Aji Agger Pagger (Mending of earthen dykes in agricultural field), clearing of weeds from Aji Agger (dykes of Agriculture field), tilling of land, levelling of land, landscaping of the agricultural field, etc. Dipe is also used as moving material such as soil and collection of weeds from one place to another. There are different types of Dipe designed for specific tasks. For example, a square/ rectangular shape Dipe is great for preparing Aji Pakho/Hetey (Trenches within the agricultural field) and for weeding of dykes before millet saplings are planted. The regular design Dipe is used for general digging and levelling of land. Like any other tools, Dipe requires maintenance to keep them in good working condition. The maintenance is normally done by the local blacksmith like sharpening and mending of the broken part, etc. The handle which is made of Bamboo or wood is locally fixed by the farmers themselves.

Apataniw: /* Elyo (Machete/ Grass Slasher) */

2025-06-14T05:46:58Z

Elyo (Machete/ Grass Slasher)

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	== Elyo (Machete/ Grass Slasher) ==		== Elyo (Machete/ Grass Slasher) ==
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	Elyo is a very versatile tool commonly used for clearing vegetation, particularly when a jungle is to be transformed into a new agricultural field. It is excellent for cutting through dense vegetation, such as tall grass, bush, and small branches. It is often used to clear fields, pathways and overgrown areas. It is believed that in Iipyo supuñ, Aaba Liibo and Anii Donii used Tiigo Elyo for clearing the jungle where they first started their farming. Elyo is normally used as a pruning tool for trees and plants, particularly in situations where precision is not much required like in Bije-Sansuñ (Bamboo grove), Saadi (Grove), Morey (Jungle), etc. The Apatanis normally believed that the earliest ironworks were started by Abo Loma, and most of the existing old Elyo like Chiri Elyo (Striped Machete) is the product of Abo Loma. There are different types of Elyo as per the nature of work, like Chiri Elyo (Striped Machete) for ritual purposes, and Giiming Elyo (Normal Machete) for normal day-to-day work. The cutting area of Elyo is made of good quality iron and the handle is generally made of wood and sometimes with good quality bamboo and the cover of the Elyo called Hubyu is also made of Bamboo and cane.		Elyo is a very versatile tool commonly used for clearing vegetation, particularly when a jungle is to be transformed into a new agricultural field. It is excellent for cutting through dense vegetation, such as tall grass, bush, and small branches. It is often used to clear fields, pathways and overgrown areas. It is believed that in Iipyo supuñ, Aaba Liibo and Anii Donii used Tiigo Elyo for clearing the jungle where they first started their farming. Elyo is normally used as a pruning tool for trees and plants, particularly in situations where precision is not much required like in Bije-Sansuñ (Bamboo grove), Saadi (Grove), Morey (Jungle), etc. The Apatanis normally believed that the earliest ironworks were started by Abo Loma, and most of the existing old Elyo like Chiri Elyo (Striped Machete) is the product of Abo Loma. There are different types of Elyo as per the nature of work, like Chiri Elyo (Striped Machete) for ritual purposes, and Giiming Elyo (Normal Machete) for normal day-to-day work. The cutting area of Elyo is made of good quality iron and the handle is generally made of wood and sometimes with good quality bamboo and the cover of the Elyo called Hubyu is also made of Bamboo and cane.

	== Dipe (Spade) ==		== Dipe (Spade) ==
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	The origin of Dipe dates back to Iipyo supuñ, where Aaba Liibo used Turu Dipe for the first landscaping of the agricultural field. Dipe is primarily used for tilling, digging and landscaping of the agricultural land. This is mainly done for the placement of seeds and plants to grow. Dipe in the Apatani agricultural activities are used for multiple purposes right from pre-sowing to post-harvesting time. In the pre-sowing period, Dipe is used for digging of land particularly for Aji Agger Pagger (Mending of earthen dykes in agricultural field), clearing of weeds from Aji Agger (dykes of Agriculture field), tilling of land, levelling of land, landscaping of the agricultural field, etc. Dipe is also used as moving material such as soil and collection of weeds from one place to another. There are different types of Dipe designed for specific tasks. For example, a square/ rectangular shape Dipe is great for preparing Aji Pakho/Hetey (Trenches within the agricultural field) and for weeding of dykes before millet saplings are planted. The regular design Dipe is used for general digging and levelling of land. Like any other tools, Dipe requires maintenance to keep them in good working condition. The maintenance is normally done by the local blacksmith like sharpening and mending of the broken part, etc. The handle which is made of Bamboo or wood is locally fixed by the farmers themselves.		The origin of Dipe dates back to Iipyo supuñ, where Aaba Liibo used Turu Dipe for the first landscaping of the agricultural field. Dipe is primarily used for tilling, digging and landscaping of the agricultural land. This is mainly done for the placement of seeds and plants to grow. Dipe in the Apatani agricultural activities are used for multiple purposes right from pre-sowing to post-harvesting time. In the pre-sowing period, Dipe is used for digging of land particularly for Aji Agger Pagger (Mending of earthen dykes in agricultural field), clearing of weeds from Aji Agger (dykes of Agriculture field), tilling of land, levelling of land, landscaping of the agricultural field, etc. Dipe is also used as moving material such as soil and collection of weeds from one place to another. There are different types of Dipe designed for specific tasks. For example, a square/ rectangular shape Dipe is great for preparing Aji Pakho/Hetey (Trenches within the agricultural field) and for weeding of dykes before millet saplings are planted. The regular design Dipe is used for general digging and levelling of land. Like any other tools, Dipe requires maintenance to keep them in good working condition. The maintenance is normally done by the local blacksmith like sharpening and mending of the broken part, etc. The handle which is made of Bamboo or wood is locally fixed by the farmers themselves.

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	== Elyo (Machete/ Grass Slasher) ==		== Elyo (Machete/ Grass Slasher) ==
	Elyo is a very versatile tool commonly used for clearing vegetation, particularly when a jungle is to be transformed into a new agricultural field. It is excellent for cutting through dense vegetation, such as tall grass, bush, and small branches. It is often used to clear fields, pathways and overgrown areas. It is believed that in Iipyo supuñ, Aaba Liibo and Anii Donii used Tiigo Elyo for clearing the jungle where they first started their farming. Elyo is normally used as a pruning tool for trees and plants, particularly in situations where precision is not much required like in Bije-Sansuñ (Bamboo grove), Saadi (Grove), Morey (Jungle), etc. The Apatanis normally believed that the earliest ironworks were started by Abo Loma, and most of the existing old Elyo like Chiri Elyo (Striped Machete) is the product of Abo Loma. There are different types of Elyo as per the nature of work, like Chiri Elyo (Striped Machete) for ritual purposes, and Giiming Elyo (Normal Machete) for normal day-to-day work. The cutting area of Elyo is made of good quality iron and the handle is generally made of wood and sometimes with good quality bamboo and the cover of the Elyo called Hubyu is also made of Bamboo and cane.		Elyo is a very versatile tool commonly used for clearing vegetation, particularly when a jungle is to be transformed into a new agricultural field. It is excellent for cutting through dense vegetation, such as tall grass, bush, and small branches. It is often used to clear fields, pathways and overgrown areas. It is believed that in Iipyo supuñ, Aaba Liibo and Anii Donii used Tiigo Elyo for clearing the jungle where they first started their farming. Elyo is normally used as a pruning tool for trees and plants, particularly in situations where precision is not much required like in Bije-Sansuñ (Bamboo grove), Saadi (Grove), Morey (Jungle), etc. The Apatanis normally believed that the earliest ironworks were started by Abo Loma, and most of the existing old Elyo like Chiri Elyo (Striped Machete) is the product of Abo Loma. There are different types of Elyo as per the nature of work, like Chiri Elyo (Striped Machete) for ritual purposes, and Giiming Elyo (Normal Machete) for normal day-to-day work. The cutting area of Elyo is made of good quality iron and the handle is generally made of wood and sometimes with good quality bamboo and the cover of the Elyo called Hubyu is also made of Bamboo and cane.

			== Dipe (Spade) ==
			The origin of Dipe dates back to Iipyo supuñ, where Aaba Liibo used Turu Dipe for the first landscaping of the agricultural field. Dipe is primarily used for tilling, digging and landscaping of the agricultural land. This is mainly done for the placement of seeds and plants to grow. Dipe in the Apatani agricultural activities are used for multiple purposes right from pre-sowing to post-harvesting time. In the pre-sowing period, Dipe is used for digging of land particularly for Aji Agger Pagger (Mending of earthen dykes in agricultural field), clearing of weeds from Aji Agger (dykes of Agriculture field), tilling of land, levelling of land, landscaping of the agricultural field, etc. Dipe is also used as moving material such as soil and collection of weeds from one place to another. There are different types of Dipe designed for specific tasks. For example, a square/ rectangular shape Dipe is great for preparing Aji Pakho/Hetey (Trenches within the agricultural field) and for weeding of dykes before millet saplings are planted. The regular design Dipe is used for general digging and levelling of land. Like any other tools, Dipe requires maintenance to keep them in good working condition. The maintenance is normally done by the local blacksmith like sharpening and mending of the broken part, etc. The handle which is made of Bamboo or wood is locally fixed by the farmers themselves.

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	== TRADITIONAL ~~AGRICULTURAL~~ TOOLS OF THE APATANIS ==		== TRADITIONAL TOOLS OF THE APATANIS ==
	Written by Mihin Lali and Hage Mumpa Mihin.		Written by Mihin Lali and Hage Mumpa Mihin.