Vijayawada: An international delegation, led by World Bank senior advisor Nalin Kishore, undertook a visit to Anantapur to explore the various natural farming initiatives implemented across the State, according to newindianexpress.
Commencing on Tuesday, the delegation’s two-day itinerary in Anantapur district began with an examination of nature farming fields in Chola Samudram village, situated in the Kuderu Mandal.
The primary objective of the delegation’s visit was to evaluate the impact of these initiatives on critical aspects such as soil fertility, rural migration, and climate change management. To gain insights into the implementation of the natural farming program, the delegation engaged with farmers and representatives of women’s groups at the RBK (Rytu Bharosa Kendra).
Members of the delegation included Sheikh Majeed Alakh Assimi of the Sharjah royal family, Walter Link, founder president of the Future Economy Forum from Italy, and Yazen Al Kodmani, an associate of Sheikh Majeed. Complementing the delegation were senior advisors from the World Bank, including Ashok Vaish and Deshdeep Sahadev, both hailing from America. Their expertise enriched the discourse on crucial topics such as rural development, poverty alleviation, and environmental protection.
Emphasizing the transformative potential of the innovative programs being implemented in the State, Nalin Kishore expressed optimism about the positive changes brought about by these initiatives. During their tour, the delegation visited Shankaraiah’s farm, where they witnessed impressive outcomes resulting from natural farming techniques. Notably, the accelerated production of sugarcane within two and a half years, as opposed to the five years required under conventional farming methods, was highlighted as a noteworthy achievement. K Suresh, the thematic lead of RySS, provided insights into the efforts driving the APCNF Project during the delegation’s visit.
