Climate Adaptive Natural Farming
BAIKUNTHAPUR TARUN SANGHAThe Sunderban Delta, renowned for its expansive mangrove forests, plays a pivotal role in balancing the region’s ecology while supporting myriad lives. The unique confluence of freshwater and saline water creates an environment rich in biodiversity, but it’s also sensitive to human intervention.
Addressing this, BTS’s Sustainable Agricultural Project (SAP) offers an approach tailored to the Sunderbans. It seeks to align the preservation of natural assets with the well-being of the local communities. BTS understands that the locals, with their deep-rooted connection to the delta, are essential partners in conservation. Through SAP, BTS aims to fuse their efforts with local insights, promoting practices that conserve resources and maintain harmony with the mangroves.
A major initiative is their promotion of native crops. These crops naturally thrive in the Sunderbans, reducing the need for excessive water or chemicals.
BTS’s introduction of Community Seed Banks and Grain Banks showcases a community-centric approach. These banks not only ensure food availability but also help retain the region’s farming heritage and practices.
BTS emphasizes sustainable management of the Sunderban’s fish and honey – critical sources of local income. They advocate for responsible harvesting to prevent ecological imbalance.
Additionally, BTS champions mangrove conservation. Their tree-planting campaigns and educational programs underline the mangroves’ role as a natural defense against climatic threats.
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Testimonials:
Thanks to BTS, I’ve embraced organic farming, a path I once hesitated to take given the prevalent use of chemical fertilizers in my village. The insightful training and hands-on experience provided by BTS illuminated the benefits of returning to nature’s way. By diverting my focus to natural resources and composting, I’ve not only reduced expenses on chemical fertilizers and pesticides but have also reaped healthier crops, enhanced soil quality, and seen improved profits. My heart swells with gratitude towards BTS for showing me this sustainable and rewarding path in
agriculture.
Nitai Mondal
A farmer of Kishori Mohanpur Village
Transitioning to organic farming was a leap of faith, made confident by the guidance of BTS. While the majority in my village leaned heavily on chemical fertilizers, the comprehensive training and hands-on experiences offered by BTS spotlighted the unmatched merits of natural farming. My shift towards utilizing natural resources and composting has not only cut down on costs but also yielded healthier produce, revitalized soil quality, and brought in substantial profits. Furthermore, BTS’s initiative to provide a platform for selling our organic products has been instrumental in bolstering my family’s financial stability. I am profoundly thankful to BTS for paving this enriching and sustainable journey for me in agriculture.
Thakurdasi Si
Women farmer of Uttar Baikunthapur Village