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Our flagship initiative leading the way in sustainable farming
The Cotton Biochar Initiative converts cotton stalk residue β which is typically burned in fields, causing air pollution and loss of nutrients β into valuable biochar that enriches the soil and sequesters carbon.
Working with farmers in Vidarbha and Marathwada, this project has:
Why biochar is a game-changer for Indian agriculture and the climate
"Biochar: Better Soil, Better Yields, Better Climate." π±β»οΈ
Helps soil hold moisture for longer periods and reduces irrigation requirements β critical during dry spells.
Retains essential nutrients β Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), and Potassium (K) β and improves nutrient availability to crops.
Provides habitat for soil microbes and improves overall soil health and biological activity.
Promotes stronger root development and can improve crop growth and yield stability.
Minimizes nutrient leaching, increases fertilizer-use efficiency, and can lower input costs for farmers.
Stores carbon in the soil for decades or centuries β helping mitigate climate change by reducing atmospheric COβ.
Enhances soil aeration and drainage, making compacted soils more friable and productive.
May help reduce soil acidity in certain conditions β beneficial for cotton and pulse crops in Vidarbha.
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Biochar Produced
Water Savings (AWD)
Explore each initiative shaping better futures for Maharashtra's farmers
The Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) technique reduces water usage in paddy cultivation by 15β30% while maintaining or improving yields while reducing methane emissions. K.K. FPC has rolled out AWD across multiple rice-growing blocks, training farmers on installation of field water tubes and monitoring schedules.
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Monthly and seasonal awareness camps cover soil health, integrated pest management, organic farming transitions, government scheme applications, and digital tools. Conducted in Marathi to ensure full accessibility for local farming communities.
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K.K. FPC's drone fleet covers thousands of acres per season, providing precision spraying services for crops including cotton, soybean, and vegetables. The programme has created livelihoods for trained local drone pilots while reducing farmer input costs.
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