Cow Dung, Leaves, and Neem: The Recipe for Rich Soil
By transforming natural materials like cow dung, dry leaves, and neem leaves into compost, I nourish the soil and grow healthy crops using ancestral wisdom.
By Bisendra Naik, Farmer · KALAHANDI
Responds to — Declining soil fertility, reliance on chemical fertilizers.
I personally collect Jiku and Byan. For my farm, I use cow dung manure, dry leaves, and neem leaves to make compost. This is how we keep our soil alive and healthy, just like our ancestors did. They generally followed traditional farming methods using cow dung manure, and I see the wisdom in that. By enriching the earth naturally, we grow strong crops and ensure good health for our families, without relying on outside chemicals.
The recipe
Collect cow dung, dry leaves, and neem leaves to create nutrient-rich compost for sustainable farming.
Traditional farmingOrganic compostSoil healthAncestral wisdomSustainable agricultureFood security
