Vedic Origin of Organic Farming | In Conversation with Vandana Shiva

Vandana Shiva talks about the Vedic origin of organic farming, citing that it's a practice deeply rooted in Indian tradition and culture ¹.

In Vedic organic agriculture, the focus is on sustainable and organic methods that work in harmony with nature, using techniques like crop rotation, composting, and the use of natural pest control methods ².

The Vedas also emphasize the importance of living in balance with the environment and recognizing the interconnectedness of all living things ².

Vandana Shiva's Navdanya movement aims to promote biodiversity and conservation through organic farming, echoing the Vedic principles of living in harmony with nature

 Vandana Shiva does organic farming in India through:*


1. *Navdanya Movement* (1987) - Founded by her in Uttarakhand
2. *Bija Vidyapeeth* (2001) - Organic farm and training center in Uttarakhand
3. *Navdanya Farms* - Across India, including:
 - Uttarakhand (main center)
 - Karnataka
 - Maharashtra
 - Gujarat
 - Bihar
4. *Promotes*:
 - Organic farming practices
 - Seed conservation (over 2,000 varieties)
 - Sustainable living
 - Biodiversity conservation
 - Farmers' rights

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