Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has announced the establishment of natural and organic markets in Gurugram and Hisar. This initiative aims to provide a dedicated platform for farmers practicing natural farming and to meet the growing consumer demand for organic produce.
The Gurugram market will focus on staple crops such as wheat, paddy, and pulses, while the Hisar market will cater to fruits and vegetables cultivated through natural and organic methods. These markets are expected to serve as a model for other regions, demonstrating the viability and benefits of natural farming practices. To support farmers in this transition, the Haryana government has introduced several incentives. Farmers will receive financial assistance of ₹20,000 for branding and packaging their natural farming products. Additionally, dedicated laboratories will be established to test produce from natural and organic farming, offering free testing services to farmers.
A committee will be formed under the Haryana Kisan Kalyan Pradhikaran to determine fair pricing for produce grown using natural and organic farming practices. This move aims to ensure that farmers receive a fair price for their products and to promote transparency in the market. In a bid to encourage more farmers to adopt natural farming, the Haryana government will lease 53 acres of agricultural land in Pundri block, Kaithal district, to farmers engaged in natural farming through an auction process. Furthermore, in every panchayat, 10% of panchayat land or at least one acre will be reserved exclusively for natural farming. This land will be allotted only to landless farmers via auction.
As an additional incentive, those practicing natural farming on government or panchayat land will receive ₹3,000 per farmer for purchasing four drums used in storing and processing raw materials under the Natural Farming Scheme. A subsidy of ₹30,000 will also be provided for the purchase of a ‘desi’ cow, promoting the use of indigenous livestock in farming practices. Chief Minister Saini emphasized the importance of natural farming in conserving air, water, and soil, aligning with global efforts to make these resources pollution-free. He highlighted that natural farming offers a sustainable solution to pressing environmental challenges and can serve as an inspiration for the entire country.
This initiative reflects Haryana’s commitment to sustainable agriculture and the welfare of its farming community. By establishing dedicated markets and providing financial support, the state aims to create a robust ecosystem for natural farming, benefiting both farmers and consumers.
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