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Theresian Organic Farming

Objectives of the Practice

To promote safe vegetable production and secure organic food supply and to prepare Vermi-compost, Ghanajeevamrutham and Neem decoction for cultivation.

The Context

Organic kitchen garden was inaugurated to produce healthy organic vegetables. 1/2 acre land was allotted in the college which was divided into blocks for vegetables like Brinjal, Tomato, Chilli, Beans.

The Practice

With “Be trained to be paid” outlook several verities of medicinal plants, indoor plants, and some rare plant saplings were sold to the staff and students with nominal prices. Plant exhibition was organized as a part of start-up initiative to promote greenery and herbal medicines for primary health care needs.

Evidence of Success

With the enhancement of environmental performance, fulfillment of compliance obligations, achievement of environmental objectives our college is certified with ISO 14001:2015 (whole or in part to systematically improve environmental management) by HYM International Certifications Pvt.Ltd. and students with business ideas.

Problems Encountered and Resources Required

As organic farms have lower yields compared to conventional farms challenges faced while marketing and converting it to business.

Notes

Use of crop rotations, organic residues and nutrients produced on the farm are recycled back to the soil for better results.