Uttar Pradesh Emerging as a ‘Natural Farming Hub’

Uttar Pradesh is accelerating natural farming across all 75 districts, with a special Bundelkhand emphasis. The programme covers 94,300 hectares and aims to exceed 1 lakh hectares, backed by ₹298 crore. Emphasis on low-cost, high-returns models using Jeevamrit and Ghanjeevamrit, farmer training, and branding for broader public health and environmental benefits.

Uttar Pradesh is rapidly positioning itself as a major hub for natural farming, with the state government expanding the initiative in mission mode across all 75 districts. Natural farming has now covered 94,300 hectares statewide and is set to cross the 1 lakh hectare mark soon. The government has earmarked ₹298 crore for further expansion of the programme.

The initiative aims to reduce dependence on chemical-based agriculture and promote a sustainable farming ecosystem. A special focus has been placed on the Bundelkhand region, where targeted programmes are being implemented to develop natural farming as a replicable and successful model.

A dedicated cow-based natural farming programme has been launched across 23,500 hectares in the seven districts of Bundelkhand—Jhansi, Lalitpur, Jalaun, Hamirpur, Mahoba, Banda and Chitrakoot. The move is aimed at making agriculture in the low-rainfall region more sustainable and profitable. By improving soil health and enhancing water retention capacity, natural farming is expected to significantly reduce input costs and increase resilience in drought-prone areas.

Emphasis on ‘Low Cost, High Returns’ Model

The use of traditional organic formulations such as ‘Jeevamrit’ and ‘Ghanjeevamrit’ is being promoted to reduce reliance on chemical fertilizers and pesticides. This shift is expected to lower cultivation costs and strengthen avenues for increasing farmers’ income. The government’s strategy centers on promoting agricultural models that ensure "low cost, high returns," thereby enhancing farm profitability while protecting soil and environmental health.

Game Changer for Low-Rainfall Regions

Uttar Pradesh Goseva Commission Chairman Shyam Bihari Gupta said that natural farming improves soil structure and boosts water retention capacity, making it particularly beneficial for Bundelkhand and other low-rainfall regions. He noted that the initiative could prove to be a game changer for the regional agricultural economy by ensuring long-term sustainability and reduced input costs.

Training and Farmer Empowerment

The government is conducting large-scale training programmes to connect farmers with natural farming techniques. These efforts are helping integrate natural agricultural systems into the mainstream and enabling farmers to become more self-reliant.

From ‘Food Providers’ to ‘Health Providers’

Through branding of natural produce and the promotion of eco-friendly agricultural systems, the initiative aims not only to increase farmers’ income but also to strengthen public health and environmental conservation. Officials stated that with a clear policy direction and focused implementation, Uttar Pradesh is steadily emerging as a natural farming hub, with Bundelkhand leading the transformation.