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National Mission on Natural Farming brings sustainable shift in agri sector

The Union Cabinet approved the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF), a standalone centrally sponsored scheme, on November 25, 2024, to be implemented until the 15th Finance Commission cycle (2025–26). The initiative aims to promote sustainable, climate-resilient agriculture and chemical-free food production, while reducing input costs and improving soil health. With a proposed outlay of ₹2,481 crore, which includes ₹1,584 crore from the Centre and ₹897 crore from states, the NMNF ...

November 25, 2024 11:01 PM

Cabinet approves National Mission on Natural Farming with ₹2,481 crore outlay

The Union Cabinet on Monday approved the launch of the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) as a standalone Centrally Sponsored Scheme. The mission will operate with a total financial outlay of ₹2,481 crore, with ₹1,584 crore contributed by the central government and ₹897 crore from state governments, covering the period up to the 15th Finance Commission (2025-26). Briefing reporters after the Cabinet meeting, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw described the init...