Forest litter replaces chemical fertiliser in Arghakhanchi village
Summary
Farmers in Pawar village of Arghakhanchi district are replacing chemical fertilisers with organic compost made from forest litter collected in community forests, improving soil fertility and crop yields while creating jobs and reducing wildfire risks.
Key Points
- Farmers in Pawar village are replacing chemical fertilisers with organic compost made from fallen leaves collected in the local community forest.
- The initiative is part of a scientific forest management program that combines conservation with income generation and wildfire risk reduction.
- The Pawar Community Forest User Group actively engages nearly every household in forest conservation and compost production, promoting organic agriculture.
- The Division Forest Office supports the project by providing shredding machinery and promoting sustainable farming and forest protection.
