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🌱 Healthy Soil, Prosperous Farmers! 🌾

At Kurnewadi, Baramati, farmers gathered under the and Intensive Campaign on Balanced Use of Fertilizers to learn how better soil management can improve productivity and sustainability.

The programme was inaugurated by Dr. K. Sammi Reddy, Director, ICAR-NIASM, Baramati. Scientists interacted with 38 farmers, including 18 women members of the Jiwala Women Self-Help Group.

Dr. Jitendrakumar Kadam highlighted balanced fertilizer use, soil health, organic manures, green manuring, and bio-fertilizers. Dr. Dhananjay Nangare discussed efficient irrigation management, timely Kharif sowing, and the possible impact of El Niño on the upcoming season. Farmers were also informed about government schemes and the Mahavistar App for agricultural advisories.

The team later visited composting and biogas units and provided guidance on managing banana crops affected by recent hailstorms.

🌾 The message was clear: Healthy soils are the foundation of resilient and profitable farming.

Indian Council of Agricultural Research Shivraj Singh Chouhan Ministry of Agriculture & Farmer’s Welfare, Government of India Narendra Modi Devendra Fadnavis Dattatray Bharane Shivraj Singh Chouhan

🌱 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥, 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞! 🌾

A soil test today can save a crop tomorrow.

Farmers from Korhale Bk., Baramati participated in the and Intensive Campaign on Balanced Use of Fertilizers, focusing on healthier soils, balanced nutrition, and sustainable farming.

Dr. A. K. Singh, Head & Principal Scientist, ICAR-NIASM, highlighted the importance of soil testing, Soil Health Cards, and scientific nutrient management. Dr. Jitendrakumar Kadam, Principal Scientist and Nodal Officer, explained how balanced fertilizer use, organic manures, green manuring, and biofertilizers can improve soil fertility while reducing input costs.

The message was simple yet powerful: "Don't just feed the crop, feed the soil."

Together, we can build productive farms, resilient soils, and a sustainable agricultural future. 🌍🌾

Narendra Modi Press Information Bureau in Maharashtra Indian Council of Agricultural Research Department of Agriculture, Government of Maharashtra Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Khet Bachao Abhiyaan 2026: A Growing Movement for Healthy Fields

As on 02 June 2026, the Khet Bachao Abhiyaan has emerged as a nationwide movement promoting sustainable agricultural practices and responsible nutrient management. The campaign has already reached over 8.51 lakh farmers across the country through awareness, training, demonstrations, and community engagement activities.

A total of 15,803 awareness camps and sangoshthis have been organized, benefiting 6.43 lakh farmers, while 3,486 training programmes have equipped 1.49 lakh participants with knowledge on balanced and integrated farming practices. To demonstrate practical alternatives, 8,474 field demonstrations on green manuring, biofertilizers, and other organic sources have been conducted.

The campaign has also mobilized local leadership, engaging 5,101 Panchayat representatives, 9,609 input dealers, and 8,383 members of FPOs, SHGs, and FIGs. Awareness efforts have extended to the grassroots through 57,886 banners, posters, and hoardings displayed at prominent locations nationwide.

Mass outreach has been further strengthened through 1,006 radio talks, 223 television and digital programmes, and social media campaigns reaching over 3.17 crore users.

With active participation from farmers, institutions, local leaders, and communities, Khet Bachao Abhiyaan is fostering awareness and encouraging collective action towards healthier soils, productive fields, and a more sustainable agricultural future for India.

🌱 खेत बचाओ अभियान 🌱

निरोगी माती हीच समृद्ध शेतीची गुरुकिल्ली आहे. मृदा परीक्षणावर आधारित खत व्यवस्थापन, संतुलित खतांचा वापर, जलसंवर्धन, कृषिवनीकरण आणि आधुनिक तंत्रज्ञानाचा अवलंब करून आपण मातीची सुपीकता जपू शकतो आणि शेती अधिक शाश्वत बनवू शकतो.

✅ माती तपासा
✅ गरजेनुसार खत द्या
✅ खर्च वाचवा
✅ उत्पादन वाढवा

चला, मातीचे आरोग्य जपूया आणि भावी पिढ्यांसाठी शाश्वत शेतीचा पाया मजबूत करूया.

Indian Council of Agricultural Research Devendra Fadnavis Narendra Modi Shivraj Singh Chouhan Department of Agriculture, Government of Maharashtra Agrowon

𝗞𝗵𝗲𝘁 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗼 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗵 𝗕𝗮𝗱𝗵𝗮𝗼: 𝗔 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶

On , we celebrate Mrs. Sangita Jagtap from Jalgaon Supe, Baramati. Through a 1,000 m² climate-resilient fodder bank developed by ICAR-NIASM with NABARD Pune support, her family transformed fodder scarcity into dairy prosperity.

Healthier animals, improved milk quality, reduced feed costs, and increased income demonstrate that sustainable dairy farming begins with sustainable fodder systems.

Beyond fodder security, the silvipasture model comprising Lucerne, Marvel grass, and Leucaena helps reduce soil erosion, improves soil fertility, and enriches the soil naturally through nitrogen-fixing legumes, thereby reducing dependence on chemical fertilizers. The perennial vegetation cover also enhances climate resilience in drought-prone regions.

This is the true spirit of —saving our fields through healthy soils, sustainable farming practices, and resilient livelihoods.


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Indian Council of Agricultural Research Department of Agriculture, Government of Maharashtra Shivraj Singh Chouhan Agrowon