Eco-friendly Products and Practices-A Key to Successful Organic Farming

Authors

  • K. Lakshman Scientist, Agricultural Research Station, Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University, Ananthapuramu, Andhra Pradesh (515 001), India
  • M. Veerendra PhD Scholar, Agricultural college, Bapatla, Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh (522 101), India
  • K. C. Nataraj Scientist, Agricultural Research Station, Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University, Ananthapuramu, Andhra Pradesh (515 001), India
  • R. Naseeruddin Assistant Professor, Principal, Polytechnic of Agriculture, Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University, Punganur, Andhra Pradesh (517 247), India.
  • N. Ramesh Naik Scientist, Krishi Vigyan Kendra , Banavasi, Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh (518 360), India
  • Sahaja Deva Scientist, Agricultural Research Station, Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University, Ananthapuramu, Andhra Pradesh (515 001), India
  • B. Sahadeva Reddy Principal Scientist & Head, Agricultural Research Station, Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University, Ananthapuramu,Andhra Pradesh (515 001), India

Keywords:

Agnastram, beejamrutham, botanicals, jeevamrutham, neemastram, organicfarming

Abstract

Organic farming is gaining paramount importance from the recent past. It minimizes environmental pollution by eliminating toxic chemicals and improves the quality of produce besides fetching remunerative price. Thus, farmers are highly passionate and getting attracted for growing organic food. Adopting organic farming is essential for a sustainable future since it ensures the planet’s long-term health and the welfare of future generations.However, the  inputs used in organic production is purchased from the input dealers at higher prices, as the farmers lack  awareness  about the eco-friendly products, their ingredients and preparations. Use of biological agents, plant-based extracts, cow-based preparations, microbial consortia, and other similar items are environmentally acceptable and readily available in the local market, which costs very less if prepared by the farmer himself.

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2024-03-05

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