Role of Organic and Natural Farming in Regenerative Agriculture

Regenerative agriculture aims to restore soil health, enhance biodiversity, and ensure long-term sustainability of farming systems. Organic and natural farming practices play a pivotal role in achieving these goals by reducing dependency on chemical inputs, improving soil fertility, and promoting ecological balance. Natural farming, a regenerative agriculture is advocated and promoted worldwide to produce safe and quality produce and to live in harmony with nature. It is “Chemical free farming” or “do-nothing farming” is a sustainable farming approach that aims to work with nature instead of trying to change it. Natural farming, exemplified by Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF), goes even further by minimizing external inputs altogether. It relies on indigenous methods like Jeevamrith and Beejamruth to nurture soil health and control pests naturally. The challenges in modern agriculture, including persistent hunger and malnutrition despite significant increases in production due to the Green Revolution. There are several negative impacts of chemical-based agriculture on soil health, environmental health and human health, particularly in countries like India with a large agricultural population. To address these issues, many are turning to alternative farming methods, such as organic and natural farming. Organic farming, rooted in traditional practices, aims to preserve soil health and produce food sustainably.This paper discusses the interconnection between organic and natural farming with regenerative agriculture, focusing on their impact on soil health, biodiversity, and sustainability. The research explores the benefits, challenges, and future prospects of integrating these systems to enhance agricultural resilience and productivity in a sustainable manner.