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MP CM Urges Farmers to Switch to Organic Farming for Soil Health

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has appealed to state farmers to adopt natural and organic farming practices to maintain soil fertility and reduce environmental impact. He chaired the first 'agriculture cabinet' meeting in Barwani, declaring 2026 as a farmer welfare year for the state. The government announced the inclusion of mustard in the Bhavantar Yojana and a bonus of Rs. 600 per quintal on Black Gram to ensure fair prices. Yadav stated that irrigation from the Narmada River is helping farmers in the Nimar region prosper through diverse crop cultivation.

Key Points: MP CM Mohan Yadav Promotes Natural Farming for Soil Fertility

  • CM urges shift to natural farming
  • Aims to improve soil fertility and farmer income
  • 2026 declared farmer welfare year
  • Mustard added to Bhavantar Yojana
  • Bonus announced for Black Gram cultivation
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Farmers must adopt organic farming to protect soil health: MP CM ​

Madhya Pradesh CM appeals to farmers to adopt organic farming to improve soil health and increase income, announcing new farmer welfare schemes.

Farmers must adopt organic farming to protect soil health: MP CM ​
"Farmers in the Nimar region are also prospering economically by cultivating multiple agricultural and horticultural crops. - CM Mohan Yadav"

Barwani, March 2

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday appealed to farmers in Madhya Pradesh to adopt natural farming rather than excessive use of chemicals to maintain soil fertility and reduce the environmental impact of chemical use.​

The Chief Minister stated that natural farming will be lower in the initial years, but it will initially increase soil fertility, and production capacity will gradually increase. ​

He said that the Madhya Pradesh government is actively promoting a transition from conventional to natural and organic farming to improve soil health and increase farmers' incomes.​

Yadav made this appeal on the day he chaired the first "agriculture cabinet" after the state government announced to dedicate 2026 to a farmer welfare year.'​

On this occasion, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and cabinet ministers visited the folk deity Bhilat Dev in the Nimar-Malwa region and offered prayers for the prosperity of the state's farmers.​

Yadav also stated that the people of Nimar are fortunate to have the holy Narmada River at their feet. He stated that through using water from the Narmada for irrigation, farmers of the Nimar region are becoming prosperous and progressive.​

"Farmers in the Nimar region are also prospering economically by cultivating multiple agricultural and horticultural crops. Water from the Narmada River is being supplied to farmers in the Nimar region, including Barwani district, for irrigation through micro-improvement irrigation projects," he said.​

After chairing the meeting, Yadav said that conducting an 'agriculture cabinet' in the tribal district of Barwani reflects the state government's strong commitment to the development of farmers under the leadership of Narendra Modi.​

He stated that mustard is now being included in the Bhavantar Yojana to ensure farmers receive a fair price for their crops. Additionally, under the Black Gram Incentive Scheme, farmers will receive a bonus of Rs. 600 per quintal on Black Gram.​

"Madhya Pradesh is the country's largest food basket in terms of agricultural products, including pulses and oilseeds. The government's aim is for the state to continuously progress in agriculture and related sectors. Mustard Included in Bhavantar Yojana, Bonus on Black Gram," he said.

- IANS

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Sarah B
While the intent is good, the transition period is a real concern for small farmers. How will they manage the lower yields initially? The Bhavantar scheme for mustard is helpful, but the support needs to be broader and more immediate.
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Aditya G
Good to see the focus on Narmada water for irrigation. Water security is half the battle won for farmers. If they have assured water, experimenting with organic methods becomes less risky. Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan!
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Priyanka N
The bonus on black gram is a smart move. Pulses fix nitrogen in the soil, which is great for natural farming cycles. Encouraging crops that improve soil health while giving farmers an incentive is the way forward.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, announcements are one thing, ground reality is another. We have heard such appeals before. Where is the concrete roadmap? Farmers need subsidies for organic inputs, not just appeals. The 'agriculture cabinet' must deliver tangible results.
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Meera T
It's heartening to see the CM visiting Bhilat Dev and connecting development with local culture. Progress should be rooted in our traditions. Natural farming is not new to India, we are just returning to our roots. Hope the schemes reach the tribal farmers effectively.

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