IJFANS International Journal of Food and Nutritional Sciences

ISSN PRINT 2319 1775 Online 2320-7876

Revival of Natural Farming in Haryana and Neighbouring Area: A way of Sustainable Environment

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ANITA and VIJAY WANTI

Abstract

Since the green revolution excess use of chemical fertiliser, insecticides and pesticides in agriculture in India have increased at an alarming rate. And it has a negative influence on the environment, biodiversity, soil, ground water, human health. In this situation, the Zero Budget Natural Farming technique has been introduced to reduce these negative impact on environment and human health. Indian economy is based on agriculture so it’s survival and expansion is important and need to be studied. Zero-budget farming has the potential to reduce the expenses. Natural fertilisers, insecticides, desi seeds and other natural methods like mulching, Whapasa , green manure, soil conservation measures are used. Jivamrita, Bijamrita, Acchadana (Mulching), and Whapasa are the four main pillars of natural farming on a low budget. In India, the main issues arising in natural farming (kudarti krishi) include yield reduction in conversion to natural farm, soil fertility enhancement, integration of livestock, certification constraints, marketing and policy support. This paper attempts to study the revival of natural farming in Haryana and neighbouring areas for sustainable environment.

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