Natural farming antidote to excessive use of pesticides, asserts Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has distributed the first installment of financial aid to farmers under the Annadata Sukhibhava - PM-Kisan scheme. He also advocated for a shift toward natural farming to meet international export standards and reduce reliance on chemical pesticides.
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Promoting sustainable agriculture is essential for maintaining export competitiveness and ensuring long-term soil health in agrarian economies.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday released the first instalment of financial assistance under the Annadata Sukhibhava - PM-Kisan scheme, crediting ₹3,125 crore directly to the bank accounts of 46.85 lakh farmers across the State for the 2026 kharif season.
The report covers government policy and official statements, though it includes the Chief Minister's criticism of the previous administration.
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