“Expansion of natural farming is the demand of the farming of the 21st century,” Mr Modi declared in a post on X, emphasizing the method’s crucial role in reducing soil degradation, lowering input costs, and combating climate change.
Photo: IANS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday passionately appealed to Indian farmers to embrace natural farming, spotlighting its transformative potential for the country’s agricultural landscape. Speaking about his recent visit to the South India Natural Farming Summit in Coimbatore, he hailed natural farming as the future of sustainable agriculture.
“Expansion of natural farming is the demand of the farming of the 21st century,” Mr Modi declared in a post on X, emphasizing the method’s crucial role in reducing soil degradation, lowering input costs, and combating climate change. He urged farmers to adopt natural farming in a phased manner, starting with “one acre, one season,” and called upon agricultural institutions to include it in their curricula to nurture the next generation of eco-conscious farmers.
Advertisement
Natural farming, which avoids synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, has demonstrated promising results in improving soil health, enhancing crop resilience, and increasing profitability for farmers. The government’s National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) is a cornerstone of this green push, targeting coverage of 7.5 lakh hectares and aiming to benefit one crore farmers across India.
Advertisement
PM Modi’s call for action reflects India’s broader commitment to sustainable development and farmer welfare, positioning natural farming as a vital pillar in building an environmentally resilient and economically vibrant agricultural sector.
Advertisement
