Natural farming is integrated with livestock (preferably a local breed of cow), involves the use of on-farm inputs like Beejamrtham, Jeevamrtham, Ghanjeevamrtham Jeevamrut, Neemastra, Dashparni, etc., multi-cropping systems, Pre-monsoon dry sowing, biomass-based mulching, use of traditional varieties of seeds, integration of trees in buffer zones off-farm, etc. NF practices improve soil structure, nutrition & soil organic carbon, enhance moisture retention & water holding capacity, promote crop diversification, and encourage natural habitats that enhance the on-farm biodiversity. NF follows local agro-ecological principles rooted in local knowledge and location-specific technologies. On-farm innovations like application of multi-species green manure, farm-made manure, compost,
