Gujarat team appreciates APCNF natural farming model in Andhra Pradesh
A delegation from Gujarat visited Andhra Pradesh to study the Community-managed Natural Farming (APCNF) model. They observed significant improvements in soil health, biodiversity, and farmer income compared to chemical farming.
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This highlights the growing interest in sustainable agricultural practices and cross-state knowledge sharing for food security and environmental health.
A Gujarat delegation visiting Guntur district to study the Andhra Pradesh Community-managed Natural Farming (APCNF) model has appreciated the visible transformation in farmers’ fields, particularly the shift from chemical farming to natural farming, increased crop diversity and biodiversity, improved soil health and enhanced income opportunities.
The 10-member delegation visited several natural farming models implemented by Rythu Sadhikara Samstha (RySS) and interacted with farmers.
“The transformation we witnessed on the ground, from chemical farming to natural farming, reflected in healthier crops, greater biodiversity, diverse cropping systems and improved income opportunities, clearly demonstrates the strength of the APCNF approach,” the delegation said.
The team first visited Vijay Kumar’s POP model at Pidaparthi, where around 35 crop and plant varieties are cultivated on 30 cents of land, generating a monthly income of ₹13,000 to ₹15,000. The delegation appreciated the favourable microclimate and the presence of beneficial insects.
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