Reviving Ancient Farming Practices: UP CM Yogi Adityanath's Call for Natural Farming

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasizes the need to return to ancient farming practices to counteract the harmful effects of excessive fertilizer use. Addressing health concerns affecting humans, animals, and birds, he advocates for natural farming methods and the establishment of a specialized agricultural university.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday highlighted the adverse effects of excessive fertilizer use on humans, animals, and birds, stressing the need to revisit ancient farming practices to resolve health issues.

Adityanath pointed out the stark difference between modern farming practices and those from ancient times, urging a re-examination of historical methods. He warned that excessive fertilizer use acts as a 'slow poison,' affecting both humans and wildlife, while addressing a natural farming program.

He announced plans to establish a dedicated agricultural university for natural farming in Uttar Pradesh. Adityanath also noted a rise in requests for cancer treatment funds, attributing health issues such as kidney disorders and heart problems to changed food habits. The Chief Minister emphasized that natural farming could boost the state's happiness index and improve the quality of agricultural production.

(With inputs from agencies.)