The Agriculture Department has urged farmers in the district not to burn crop residues (stubble) left in the fields after harvesting wheat and other crops. Burning stubble not only increases the risk of fire hazards in the field but also negatively affects soil fertility. Additionally, the smoke generated from burning releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, contributing to air pollution.
The fertility of soil largely depends on its top 6-inch layer, which is rich in beneficial microorganisms. When farmers burn stubble, these helpful microbes are destroyed, leading to reduced soil fertility. Instead, if farmers collect crop residues and convert them into organic fertilizer, it becomes a more sustainable and beneficial practice.
Using techniques like NADEP and vermicomposting, farmers can produce high-quality organic manure from stubble that is rich in nutrients essential for crops. Additionally, running rotavators or disc harrows over the fields can help mix the stubble into the soil, improving soil structure and quality. Tools like Super Seeder and Happy Seeder enable the conversion of stubble into organic matter and facilitate sowing without prior tillage. This not only eliminates the need for stubble burning but also reduces the time and cost associated with tilling and sowing.
To make agriculture a profitable venture, the government is promoting the use of modern agricultural equipment. One such valuable tool is the Super Seeder, which addresses the problem of stubble while also performing sowing. Attached to a tractor, the Super Seeder chops stubble from crops like paddy and wheat into fine pieces and mixes them into the soil—eliminating the need for burning. Moreover, it protects the microorganisms in the soil’s top layer, preserving soil health. Using a Super Seeder, farmers can directly sow crops like wheat, gram, or moong in stubble-laden fields.
Avail 40% Subsidy on Super Seeder, Make Farming a Profitable Deal:
State government schemes, farmers can avail up to 40% subsidy on the purchase of a Super Seeder. This machine can clear stubble and sow seeds in one acre per hour. By using a Super Seeder, farmers save on tillage costs while managing stubble, tilling, and sowing in a single operation. This significantly reduces farming expenses and increases profitability.
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