How does the natural farming cropping system affect soil health, water conservation, and long-term agricultural productivity in Uttar Pradesh, and what are its implications for climate resilience and sustainable rural development?
Techniques like mulching and intercropping reduce water evaporation and improve moisture retention to the soil, thus producing healthy plants for the farmers.
I think that the the natural farming cropping system enhances soil health by increasing organic matter and microbial activity, conserves water through improved soil structure and moisture retention, and boosts long-term agricultural productivity by reducing dependency on chemical inputs and sustaining soil fertility.