ZT Lalrithangi, a farmer from Mizoram popularly known as Pi Mari-i, has been chosen for the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) 100 Women Heroes in Agri food Systems and Rural Development Award. The FAO honour recognises women whose work has made a difference in agriculture, food systems and rural communities. Her selection brings international recognition to a grassroots farmer from India's North-East. Exam points: awardee – ZT Lalrithangi (Pi Mari-i); State – Mizoram; award – FAO 100 Women Heroes in Agri food Systems and Rural Development.