Authored by Daniel Münster, this study examines Zero Budget Natural Farming’s critique of mainstream agronomy and its recuperative practices to revitalize small-scale farming using agroecological and cultural principles in South India.
Authored by Marco Wibbelmann et al., this discussion paper examines agroecology’s principles, practices, and challenges in transforming global agriculture. It highlights sustainability, resilience, and equity while addressing barriers to mainstreaming agroecological approaches.
Authored by Thomas Legrand, Alice Jervoise, Christine Wamsler, and collaborators under UNDP’s Conscious Food Systems Alliance (CoFSA), this report highlights fostering inner capacities like awareness, values, and collaboration to achieve regenerative, equitable food systems globally.
Authored by J. F. Parr, S. B. Hornick, and R. I. Papendick, this report explores strategies for transitioning from chemical-based farming to sustainable nature farming, emphasizing microbial inoculants and biofertilizers to enhance soil health and productivity.
Authored by Hema Sarat Chandra Neelam and K.S. Kadian, this study examines a farmers’ group in Andhra Pradesh employing cow-based natural farming, highlighting reduced costs, improved yields, group dynamics, and sustainable market practices.
Authored by Daniel Münster, this study explores Zero Budget Natural Farming’s dual practices of critique and recovery, highlighting its rejection of mainstream agronomy and embrace of agroecological principles to foster sustainable, community-driven agriculture.
Authored by Jianli Liao, Qicong Xu, Huilian Xu, and Danfeng Huang, this study reveals Natural Farming’s impacCompiled by Kavitha Kuruganti, this report highlights India’s scientific evidence on ecological agriculture, showcasing productivity, environmental benefits, and socio-economic impacts while addressing challenges in scaling organic and sustainable farming practices.t on enhancing soil quality and microbial diversity, promoting sustainable agriculture by comparing it with conventional farming systems in Japan.
This study by Anup Das et al. evaluates the effects of different cropping systems and organic amendments on crop productivity and soil health, identifying sustainable practices for improved yields and environmental resilience in Meghalaya.
Authored by Mrill Ingram, this study explores the evolution of alternative farming in the U.S., highlighting scientific contributions, soil fertility theories, and the role of networks in legitimizing sustainable agricultural practices.
Authored by C.S. Aulakh and N. Ravisankar, this study examines organic farming in India, highlighting its benefits for sustainability and soil health while addressing challenges like productivity, input availability, and its impact on food security.
Ananya Verma
Programme Lead
Ananya oversees programme design and implementation across CAT’s priority landscapes. She works closely with partners to align field-level initiatives with CAT’s broader agroecological vision. With experience in sustainable agriculture and community-led development, she focuses on strengthening collaboration, tracking progress, and ensuring learning feeds back into strategy. Ananya plays a key role in translating collective goals into actionable programmes while supporting adaptive, context-sensitive approaches across diverse geographies.
