PrelimsState Affairs
Gujarat to Set Up Four Centres for Natural Farming
Natural FarmingGujaratCentres of Excellence
Why in News?
The Gujarat government approved four Centres of Excellence to train farmers and expand natural farming practices across the State.
What will the centres do?
- The centres will be established in Navsari, Morbi, Bhavnagar and Chhota Udepur.
- They will provide practical training in natural-farming methods, including preparation of bio-inputs such as Jeevamrut and Beejamrut.
- The facilities will also support soil testing, crop demonstrations and post-harvest activities, making them training-and-service hubs rather than only demonstration farms.
Exam Connect
- Natural farming centres → Navsari, Morbi, Bhavnagar, Chhota Udepur
- Implementing body → Gujarat Prakrutik Krishi Vikas Board