In a major push to promote natural farming on a large scale in Haryana and raise awareness among farmers, Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini announced the establishment of natural and organic mandis in Gurugram and Hisar. The Gurugram mandi will cater to produce such as wheat, paddy and pulses, while the Hisar mandi will focus on fruits and vegetables grown through natural and organic methods.
In addition, a committee will be formed under the Haryana Kisan Kalyan Pradhikaran to determine fair pricing for produce grown using natural and organic farming practices.The Chief Miniser made these announcements while addressing the Natural Farming Conference, organized on the occasion of World Environment Day at Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar today.
He further announced financial support of Rs 20,000 per farmer for branding and packaging of natural farming products. Dedicated laboratories will also be established to test produce from natural and organic farming. These labs will offer testing services free of cost to farmers.
The Chief Minister also announced that 53 acres of land belonging to the Agriculture Department in Block Pundri, district Kaithal, will be leased to farmers engaged in natural farming through an auction process. Furthermore, he said that in every panchayat, 10% of panchayat land or at least one acre will be reserved exclusively for natural farming. This land will be allotted only to landless farmers via auction.
As an additional incentive, those who will practice natural farming on government or panchayat land will also receive Rs 3,000 per farmer for purchasing four drums used in storing and processing raw materials under the Natural Farming Scheme. A subsidy of Rs 30,000 will also be provided for the purchase of a desi cow.
Natural farming will not only redefine agriculture in Haryana but also serve as a beacon of inspiration for the entire country
Nayab Singh Saini said that on the occasion of World Environment Day, people across the globe are pledging to conserve air, water and soil, and exploring ways to make them pollution-free. In this context, he emphasized that natural farming offers a sustainable solution to these pressing environmental challenges. He added that natural farming will not only provide a new direction to agriculture in Haryana but also serve as an inspiration for the entire country.
He said that while India is now self-sufficient in food grain production, this achievement has come at a significant cost. The excessive use of chemical fertilizers has led to the pollution of land, water and air. To ensure a healthier and more empowered future for the coming generations, he stressed the need to transition towards natural farming practices.
Highlighting government efforts, the Chief Minister said the Natural Farming Scheme was launched in Haryana in 2022, with an initial allocation of Rs 97 crore, which is being progressively increased each year. A dedicated portal for natural farming has also been developed. As of now, around 1,84,665 farmers have registered 2,73,955 acres of land on the portal. Of these, 10,550 farmers have been verified for practicing natural farming on 17,087 acres.
Target set to bring one lakh acres under natural farming in Haryana by 2025-26
The Chief Minister said that a target has been set to bring one lakh acres of land under natural farming in Haryana during the 2025–26 financial year. He shared that since the launch of the initiative in 2022, the state has organized 720 farmer seminars, 22 workshops, and one state-level fair, with the participation of over 35,000 farmers.
To support the adoption of natural farming, training centers have been established at Gurukul in Kurukshetra, Hameti in Jind, Mangiana in Sirsa, and Gharaunda in Karnal. A state advisor has also been appointed to provide training to progressive farmers at the Gurukul Kurukshetra center.
The Chief Minister said that under the subsidy being given on the purchase of indigenous cow for natural farming, so far, Rs 1.23 crore has been disbursed directly to farmers. In addition, Rs 75 lakh has been provided to 2,500 farmers for the procurement of storage drums.
He also informed about the Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, launched under the guidance of Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi. This campaign, which began in Kurukshetra on May 29 and will run until June 12, aims to raise awareness about natural farming, introduce farmers to new technologies, and bring systematic reforms to the agriculture sector through innovation and planning. Natural farming, he said, will play a pivotal role in driving these reforms.
Chief Minister urges farmers to pledge making Haryana a Model State for Natural Farming
Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that Governor Acharya Devvrat has been consistently promoting natural farming, and the Haryana government is fully supporting his efforts by actively raising awareness among farmers. The Chief Minister urged farmers to take a pledge to make Haryana a model state for natural farming.
During the program, the Chief Minister also released two publications prepared by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.Acharya Devvrat calls natural farming the need of the hour, Highlights rising health risks from chemical farming
Governor of Gujarat and a strong proponent of natural farming Acharya Devvrat while addressing the farmers said that adopting natural farming is now the need of the hour to steer the country towards sustainable agriculture. Highlighting the adverse effects of chemical farming, he said that the excessive use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides is degrading soil fertility and severely impacting human health, contributing to the rising incidence of diseases such as cancer, diabetes and heart ailments.
Sharing his personal experience, Acharya Devvrat said that he has made dedicated efforts to practice natural farming and has witnessed highly positive results. He explained that natural farming not only yields nutritious and chemical-free crops but also preserves soil health, supports water conservation, and significantly reduces input costs.
He assured the farmers that contrary to popular belief, crop production does not decline under natural farming methods. Instead, it leads to higher income for farmers while ensuring that consumers receive safe and healthy food.The Governor also spoke about the National Natural Farming Mission, launched by Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi, which aims to bring one crore farmers across the country into the fold of natural farming.
He informed that a budget of Rs 1,481 crore has been allocated for this mission for the year 2025–26. He encouraged farmers to take full advantage of this initiative and participate in the various training programs being offered under it.Acharya Devvrat said that natural farming is not merely an alternative, rather it is the future.
He called for a collective and strategic approach to break free from the harmful cycle of chemical farming and to build a healthier, more prosperous India for future generations. He urged farmers to protect their health and the environment by embracing natural farming and moving away from chemical-based agricultural practices.
Farmers urged to embrace natural farming and contribute to building a healthy nation – Shyam Singh Rana
Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Sh Shyam Singh Rana said that Acharya Devvrat is playing a pivotal role in promoting natural farming by sharing his personal experiences to inspire other farmers. He also praised Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini, describing him as diligent, hardworking, and honest, and expressed confidence that his leadership will significantly boost the natural farming movement in the state.
He said that the excessive use of chemical fertilizers has led to a decline in soil fertility and is contributing to the rise of various health-related issues. He urged farmers to draw inspiration from the conference and take a firm resolve to embrace natural farming, thereby playing their part in building a healthier and more sustainable nation.
Cabinet Minister Ranbir Gangwa, MLA Savitri Jindal, Randhir Panihar, Vinod Bhyana, former Minister Dr. Kamal Gupta, Additional Chief Secretary of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Department Dr. Raja Shekhar Vundru, Director Agriculure Rajnarayan Kaushik and other dignitaries were also present on this occasion.
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