By Bizodisha Bureau, Bhubaneswar, November 16, 2024: Odisha Government in partnership with International Crops Research Institute – an international organization that works to improve dryland farming and food systems in Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, and other regions for the Semi-Arid Tropics, (ICRISAT) recently launched a ‘Compendium of Regenerative Agriculture’ to promote regenerative agriculture.

The compendium, which was released during the International Symposium on Shree Anna and Forgotten Foods held here recently, outlines five key principles for sustainable farming: minimizing soil disturbance, maximizing crop diversity, maintaining soil cover, keeping living roots year-round, and integrating livestock.

Arabinda Padhee, Principal Secretary of Agriculture, said that the compendium will be a crucial tool for scaling regenerative agriculture practices, particularly for millets, pulses, and oilseeds.

The compendium’s emphasis on holistic farming techniques that enhance soil health, increase carbon sequestration, and build climate resilience aligns with global efforts to promote sustainable agriculture.

The event also featured presentations on research priorities for millets in Odisha. With over 400 attendees, including representatives from international organisations, the symposium highlighted the growing momentum for regenerative agriculture in the country.