New Delhi . German Ambassador Dr. Philipp Ackermann shared his experience on a unique initiative of natural farming in Andhra Pradesh. He praised it as ‘today’s tool in diplomacy’. “German development bank KFW helped local women use cow dung and cow urine to fertilize the soil and improve plant health,” Philipp posted on social media platform X. The ambassador also shared pictures of women preparing cow dung mixture, in which women dressed in traditional sarees are seen sitting on the ground and mixing various ingredients. Describing it as impressive, he said that he was surprised to see such uses of cow dung and cow urine.
This initiative is part of empowering women in Andhra Pradesh and promoting eco-friendly agriculture, which is based on age-old Indian traditions. With German assistance, the women are producing natural fertilizer, which provides an alternative to chemical fertilizers. Internet users have given their reactions to this post of the Ambassador. Some called it a centuries-old Indian tradition, while others made comments linking it to cow protection and capitalism. This initiative reflects the growth in India-Germany relations and the strengthening of cultural exchanges.
Need to emphasize on natural farming
Let us tell you that natural farming is also known as organic farming or zero-budget farming. It is an agricultural method that emphasizes farming in harmony with nature without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides and artificial resources. This method promotes soil fertility, environmental protection and economic independence of farmers. Natural farming in India has been popularized by agricultural experts like Subhash Palekar. It is being adopted on a large scale in states like Andhra Pradesh, which needs to be spread across the country.