Overview
Step-by-step guide to make vermicompost and organic compost at home. Save on fertilizer costs and improve soil health. This guide gives Indian farmers practical, actionable steps - updated for 2026 - that you can apply directly to raise income and reduce cost.
Why This Matters
Sustainable, low-cost practices protect your soil, cut input bills, and improve long-term farm income. Government schemes actively support organic and natural farming, micro-irrigation and soil health.
Practical Steps
- Get a soil health card and apply nutrients based on it.
- Use organic compost / vermicompost to cut fertilizer cost and build soil.
- Adopt drip irrigation to save water and boost yield.
- Sell smart using the Mandi Bhav page and eNAM.
Government Support
Schemes like Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (organic farming) and micro-irrigation subsidies make the switch affordable. See the Subsidy Finder.
Summary & Next Steps
Use the free tools on Farmer.in to act on this guide: check today's mandi prices, find every subsidy you qualify for, and get daily updates on our free WhatsApp service.