Natural Farming Mission — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) 2026 — ₹15,000/Hectare for Chemical-Free Farming | naturalfarming.dac.gov.in |
| Launched By | Government of India |
| Launch Year | 2023 |
| Benefit | ₹15,000 per hectare per year for 3 years (total ₹45,000/hectare) + Zero chemical input costs → ₹15,000–30,000/acre saved annually + Free training at KVKs + Organic premium price of 20-50% higher for produce |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Last Verified | 24 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://naturalfarming.dac.gov.in |
What is Natural Farming Mission?
The National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) is a dedicated Central Sector Scheme launched in November 2023 by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare with a budget of ₹2,481 crore for 2023-24 to 2025-26. The mission promotes 'Bhartiya Prakritik Krishi Paddhati (BPKP)' — a system of farming based on agro-ecology principles using locally available on-farm resources: Jeevamrit (fermented cow dung-urine solution as liquid fertilizer), Bijamrit (seed treatment with cow dung-lime solution), Mulching (soil moisture conservation), and Whapasa (maintaining soil moisture between 50% field capacity). Target: Convert 1 crore farmers on 7.5 million hectares to natural farming by 2025-26. Financial support: ₹15,000 per hectare per year (for 3 years) split as: 50% central government + 50% state government contribution. Master Trainers (Champion Farmers): 10,000 Champion Farmers identified nationally, each training 100+ farmers. Farmer Resource Centres (FRCs): 10,000 centres established at Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) and Agriculture Science Centres. The mission is aligned with 'Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF)' pioneered by Subhash Palekar — now rebranded under the national programme. State leaders: Andhra Pradesh (6 lakh+ farmers), Gujarat (3 lakh+ farmers), Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh.
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive ₹15,000 per hectare per year for 3 years (total ₹45,000/hectare) + Zero chemical input costs → ₹15,000–30,000/acre saved annually + Free training at KVKs + Organic premium price of 20-50% higher for produce. The scheme was launched in 2023 and is implemented by the Government of India.
राष्ट्रीय प्राकृतिक खेती मिशन (NMNF) नवंबर 2023 में कृषि और किसान कल्याण मंत्रालय द्वारा ₹2,481 करोड़ के बजट के साथ शुरू किया गया। यह 'भारतीय प्राकृतिक कृषि पद्धति (BPKP)' को बढ़ावा देता है — जीवामृत (गोबर-गोमूत्र घोल), बीजामृत (बीज उपचार), Mulching और Whapasa। लक्ष्य: 2025-26 तक 1 करोड़ किसान, 7.5 मिलियन हेक्टेयर प्राकृतिक खेती। ₹15,000/हेक्टेयर/वर्ष (3 साल) — 50% केंद्र + 50% राज्य। 10,000 Champion Farmers और 10,000 Farmer Resource Centres।
₹15,000/हेक्टेयर/वर्ष × 3 साल = ₹45,000 तक सहायता + रासायनिक खर्च शून्य → ₹15,000-30,000/एकड़ की बचत + KVK पर मुफ्त प्रशिक्षण + उपज पर 20-50% organic premium
Benefits of Natural Farming Mission
₹15,000 per hectare per year for 3 years (total ₹45,000/hectare) + Zero chemical input costs → ₹15,000–30,000/acre saved annually + Free training at KVKs + Organic premium price of 20-50% higher for produce
Who is Eligible for Natural Farming Mission?
- ✓Any farmer (small, marginal, or large land holder) willing to fully transition to natural farming
- ✓Farmer must commit to chemical-free cultivation — no pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, or GMO seeds
- ✓Priority given to small and marginal farmers (up to 2 hectares land holding)
- ✓Tribal farmers and farmers in tribal districts get additional preference
- ✓Farmers already practicing organic/natural farming for 2+ years are given Champion Farmer status
- ✓Farmer must register on naturalfarming.dac.gov.in portal and on PM Kisan database
- ✓Both individual farmers and Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) are eligible
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Documents Required for Natural Farming Mission
How to Apply for Natural Farming Mission Online?
- 1Visit naturalfarming.dac.gov.in → 'Farmer Registration' → Enter Aadhaar + PM Kisan ID
- 2Fill in land details (survey number, area in hectares, current crops grown)
- 3Select your nearest Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) for training assignment
- 4Attend a mandatory 2-day Foundation Training at your assigned KVK — covers Jeevamrit, Bijamrit, Mulching preparation and field demonstration
- 5After training, your land is enrolled in the scheme — receive 'Natural Farming Farmer Certificate'
- 6First year: Implement natural farming on at least 1 hectare → KVK officer does field verification → ₹7,500/hectare released (50% of annual ₹15,000)
- 7Second verification: After 1 cropping season → second installment ₹3,750/hectare released
- 8Third installment on annual review + soil health card improvement documentation
- 9Champion Farmer path: Demonstrate results on your farm → apply for Champion Farmer status → receive ₹25,000 additional honorarium + mobile phone for farmer training
Official Government Portal
Apply directly on the official government website. This is the only authorised portal — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
🔗Apply on naturalfarming.dac.gov.inFrequently Asked Questions — Natural Farming Mission
Common Questions About Agriculture Schemes
When is the next PM Kisan installment?+
PM Kisan instalments are released 3 times a year — April-July, August-November, and December-March. The exact date is announced by the government.
How to check PM Kisan status?+
Go to pmkisan.gov.in, click 'Beneficiary Status', enter your Aadhaar number or mobile number to check your payment status.
What crops are covered under PM Fasal Bima Yojana?+
Food crops (cereals, millets, pulses), oilseeds, and annual commercial/horticultural crops that are notified by respective state governments.
What is the premium rate for PMFBY?+
Kharif crops: 2% of sum insured; Rabi crops: 1.5%; annual commercial/horticultural crops: 5%. The rest of the premium is borne by the government.
What is the interest rate on Kisan Credit Card?+
The base interest rate is 9% p.a. The government provides a 2% interest subvention, bringing it to 7%. If you repay on time, an additional 3% prompt repayment incentive applies — making the effective rate just 4% per annum for loans up to Rs.3 lakh.
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