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"Agriculture is the backbone of human existence. For any civilisation to prosper, agriculture has to be healthy and sustainable. We need to get our focus back on agriculture which is the primary industry. Our earth has plenty for everyone. We only have to manage its resources well. "
- H. H. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
Chemical free Farming (Zero Budget Natural Farming)
Agriculture in India is the most ancient tradition and occupation. The methods of agriculture have been passed down generations and traditions well preserved over years. The crops are well tested and most suited for the soil and weather conditions prevalent in India. As a part of the Green Revolution, scientists developed new varieties of seeds which changed the way agriculture was carried on in India. To produce a good yield from these varieties of seeds and prevent pest attacks, chemical fertilizers for the soil and pesticides were introduced. The farmers were pressurized to not only buy these seeds but also invest in fertilizers and pesticides. For this, they had to take loans for the initial investment into the crop. The interest rates and all the expenditure further sucked the farmers into a cycle of debts. In several regions in India, farmers began to commit suicide as they felt trapped in debts.
To help farmers develop their crop and become economically self-reliant, the Art of Living Foundation organizes innovative agricultural workshops. They are trained to choose indigenous seeds and crops which are best suited to the local soil and climate. The farmers are further trained to develop, dry, preserve , store and pack seeds for use by other farmers as well. Villages allocate small plots for demonstration of methods of organic farming and seed development.
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- H. H. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
Chemical free Farming (Zero Budget Natural Farming)
Agriculture in India is the most ancient tradition and occupation. The methods of agriculture have been passed down generations and traditions well preserved over years. The crops are well tested and most suited for the soil and weather conditions prevalent in India. As a part of the Green Revolution, scientists developed new varieties of seeds which changed the way agriculture was carried on in India. To produce a good yield from these varieties of seeds and prevent pest attacks, chemical fertilizers for the soil and pesticides were introduced. The farmers were pressurized to not only buy these seeds but also invest in fertilizers and pesticides. For this, they had to take loans for the initial investment into the crop. The interest rates and all the expenditure further sucked the farmers into a cycle of debts. In several regions in India, farmers began to commit suicide as they felt trapped in debts.
To help farmers develop their crop and become economically self-reliant, the Art of Living Foundation organizes innovative agricultural workshops. They are trained to choose indigenous seeds and crops which are best suited to the local soil and climate. The farmers are further trained to develop, dry, preserve , store and pack seeds for use by other farmers as well. Villages allocate small plots for demonstration of methods of organic farming and seed development.
Click here to read more...............
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