In Andhra Pradesh, India, Vijay Kumar Thallam spearheads an innovative project aimed at helping six million farmers, predominantly women, transition to community-managed natural farming. This revolutionary approach eliminates chemical inputs, enhances agricultural productivity, and crucially, sequesters carbon from the atmosphere into the soil. Despite its demonstrated benefits for soil health, biodiversity, and climate resilience, these agroecological practices were notably overlooked during the discussions at COP26, highlighting a significant gap in prioritizing sustainable farming as a pivotal climate solution.
