कृषि भूमि की मिट्टी अब बहुत कठोर (सख्त) हो गई है, चिकनी हो गई है, मिट्टी से हवा निकल गई है, मिट्टी की जल धारण क्षमता बहुत कम हो गई है, मिट्टी का कार्बन लेवल बहुत घट गया है, ऊपरी 6 इंच की सतह में अति आवश्यक सुक्ष्म खनिज तत्व [...]
In Kanai village in Madhya Pradesh, Tarachand Belji used to grow paddy and other traditional crops on his 6-acre land. His father would mainly farm using chemical fertilisers and pesticides. But in early 2000, working with others on the farm, alongside media reports helped Tarachand realise the harm that the [...]
The Organic Farming Aspiration With growing concerns about the environmental impact of conventional farming methods, there is a rising interest in organic farming—a system that emphasizes ecological balance, biodiversity, and the minimization of synthetic inputs. Organic farming not only promotes healthier food production but also ensures the preservation of the [...]
Cotton farming a cornerstone of India’s agriculture, is primarily concentrated in states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, and has traditionally been lucrative. Cotton also constitutes a substantial portion of India’s textile industry, making its dwindling production a matter of national concern. However, it is now facing a daunting [...]
The global demand for food production relies heavily on the pivotal role played by the agricultural industry. Throughout time, various farming approaches have surfaced, each with its own distinctive methodologies. Among them, organic and chemical farming emerged as two main methods. Organic farming prioritises natural and sustainable practices, while chemical [...]