Natural farming can make agriculture profitable and sustainable, says Minister

Natural farming can make agriculture each profitable and sustainable, and the TDP-led NDA authorities is selling eco-friendly agricultural practices throughout the State, mentioned Minister for BC, EWS Welfare, Handlooms and Textiles S. Savitha.

The Minister was talking at a workshop on Natural Farming for Economically Weaker Sections organised by the EWS Welfare Division in Vijayawada on Saturday (March 7). Farmers from throughout the State participated within the workshop and interacted with consultants on varied points of pure farming.

Ms. Savitha mentioned that whereas implementing welfare schemes for EWS communities, the federal government was additionally encouraging initiatives that promote self-reliance and sustainable livelihoods. She noticed that the rising value of fertilisers and pesticides was putting an growing burden on farmers, and that by decreasing dependence on chemical compounds and utilising pure sources, agriculture might be made extra profitable.

Natural farming merchandise additionally command increased costs and get pleasure from robust market demand, she added.

Earlier, the Minister inspected stalls displaying greens, pulses and different agricultural produce grown utilizing natural fertilisers. She interacted with farmers, enquired concerning the natural inputs utilized in cultivation and appreciated them for adopting pure farming practices.

Particular Chief Secretary, EWS Welfare, Ok. Sunitha, mentioned the division was taking a number of initiatives to empower EWS communities by means of sustainable livelihood alternatives.

Amongst these current have been Arya Vysya Company Chairman Doondi Rakesh, Kamma Company Chairman Nadendla Brahmam Chowdary, Brahmin Company Chairman Bucchi Ram Prasad, Managing Director of Arya Vysya and Kshatriya Firms M. Maheshwar Reddy, and representatives of Rythu Sadhikara Samstha.