23 October 2026, Goa
As part of the Khet Bachao Programme, awareness programmes on Natural Farming and Organic Farming were conducted today at Divar village and ICAR–Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, to promote sustainable agricultural practices, improve soil health, reduce dependence on chemical inputs, and encourage environmentally friendly farming systems.
The awareness programme at Divar village, Goa, focused on sensitising farmers to the principles and practices of natural and organic farming. The discussions highlighted the importance of using locally available resources, organic manures, biological inputs, and eco-friendly crop management practices to improve soil fertility, conserve natural resources, and ensure long-term agricultural sustainability.
Another awareness programme was organised at ICAR-CCARI, Goa, for students from Goa University and farmers from Bali village, South Goa. The programme emphasised the importance of natural and organic farming in maintaining soil health, reducing cultivation costs, conserving biodiversity, and promoting sustainable food production. Participants were sensitised to practical approaches for adopting these farming systems under Goa's agro-climatic conditions.
(Source: ICAR–Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa)
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