February 13, 2025

Current Context :The Government of India has launched the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) as a standalone Centrally Sponsored Scheme.

  • Objective: Promote chemical-free, livestock-based natural farming across India.
  • Ministry : Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare.
  • Evolution: Originated as Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF), renamed Bhartiya Prakritik Krishi Paddhti (BPKP) under Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) in 2019. Revamped as NMNF in 2023-24.

Natural Farming Practices:

  1. Components:
    1. Beejamrit: Seed treatment with cow dung and urine.
    2. Jivamrit: Bio-stimulant promoting microorganisms.
    3. Mulching: Use of live and dead biomass to cover soil.
    4. Whapasa: Enhancing soil moisture via water vapor management.
    5. Plant Protection: Use of biological sprays against pests.
  2. Approach: On-farm resource utilization and avoidance of synthetic chemicals.

Benefits:

  • Improved soil health, enhanced productivity, and reduced input costs.
  • Higher income through intercropping and eco-friendly practices.
  • Healthier food due to chemical-free cultivation.
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