Odisha Dy CM KV Singh Deo advocates natural farming for soil fertility

• Odisha Deputy CM KV Singh Deo urged adoption of natural and climate-resilient farming on World Soil Day.
• The appeal was made to farmers, scientists, and stakeholders to preserve soil fertility for future generations.
• World Soil Day was observed under the theme 'Healthy Soils for Healthy Cities'.
• The state government is strengthening soil testing facilities and distributed Soil Health Cards to farmers.
• Experts discussed sustainable soil management, natural farming, city compost usage, and urban gardening.

Why It Matters: Efforts to preserve soil fertility ensure future food security and environmental health.