How SPNF Works

SPNF is a holistic alternative to the present paradigm of high cost chemical inputs-based agriculture and to address the negative and uncertain impacts of climate change.

Based on experience with both natural and chemical farming techniques and his observation of nature, Sri Subhash Palekar designed the following principles of SPNF

BEEJAMRUTHAM

The Treatment of seeds, Seedlings or any planting meterial with a natural concoction to protect the crop from harmful soil borne and seed borne pathogens during the initial stages of growth.

Jeevarmrutham

Introduced once a fortnight into the farm to promote biological activity in the soil and make nutrients available to the crop.

Mulching

Mulching with organic residues to reduce tillage,suppress weeds,promote humus formation and enhance the soil's water-holding capacity.

waaphasa

Fast build up pf soil humus through SPNF Leads soil areation.

Intercropping

Mixed cropping and cultivation of diverse species of crops depending on site-specific agro-climatic conditions,to buffer against total failure of a single crop and widen the income source of farmers.