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International delegation hails AP’s natural farming model
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The delegation visited Hafpeta village in Tenali mandal and observed natural farming and chemical farming paddy fields
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A delegation from Indonesia and Thailand at the Tenali mandal in Guntur district on Friday to study AP’s community-led natural farming practices
Guntur: A delegation from Indonesia and Thailand visited Guntur district to study AP’s community-led natural farming practices and appreciated the state government and Rythu Sadhikara Samstha initiatives.
The delegation visited Hafpeta village in Tenali mandal and observed natural farming and chemical farming paddy fields. In the field of first-year Natural Farming farmer Yadavalli Purnayya, the delegates observed a strong root system and higher number of tillers. They also noted the positive results of Pre-Monsoon Dry Sowing undertaken before Kharif.
At the Hafpeta Rythu Seva Kendra, the delegation interacted with farmers and learned about their transition from chemical farming to natural farming. District project manager Rajakumari explained the field-level support and guidance provided to farmers.
At Bhumi Bharati, a Farmer Producer Organisation in Attota, the delegation observed the conservation and cultivation of around 150 traditional paddy varieties. During an interaction with the Village Organisation of Self Help Groups, Navachaitanya, the delegates appreciated the role of women and community institutions in promoting kitchen gardens and healthy food practices.
