Our Motivations

So, to put it simply: organic farming is a step beyond conventional agriculture (removing synthetic chemicals and emphasizing ecological methods) whereas natural farming tries to go further, reducing even the “approved organic inputs” and arguably “letting nature lead more”.

India context

• In India, the movement known as Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF) has been championed by Subhash Palekar from the mid-1990s onwards. He proposed farming without (or with minimal) purchase-inputs, emphasizing local resources, cow-based formulations and lower cost.

• Indian government, state government and various organizations and on personal level our prime minister Shri Narendra Modi ji, governor of Gujarat Shri Acharya Devavrat ji are encouraging with best possible efforts. Government-led evaluations show that natural farming in India can both maintain yields and increase farmer profitability, while improving biodiversity. Government-led evaluations show that natural farming in India can both maintain yields and increase farmer profitability, while improving biodiversity. (Source: FAO- Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations)

Global context

• The concept of farming with minimal disturbance and aligned with nature has been popularized by Masanobu Fukuoka (Japan), author of The One-Straw Revolution. His work influenced many “natural farming” ideas globally.

• Across the world, “regenerative agriculture” and agro-ecological approaches draw on similar principles, re-building soil, reducing external inputs, restoring ecosystems.

Our journey has been touched by countless inspiring souls, some of whom may not be included in this list, yet their impact remains deeply cherished. 

When you buy or consume produce grown under natural farming practices, you’re supporting:

• Healthier soils and stronger farm ecosystems, which means better long-term productivity and resilience.

• Reduced chemical residues in foods, contributing to better health outcomes.

• Farming systems that are fairer and less dependent on expensive external inputs, beneficial especially in small-farm contexts.

• Ecological benefits such as increased biodiversity, better water use efficiency, lower pollution and stronger climate resilience.

Advantages of Choosing Naturally Grown Food

1. Higher nutrient and antioxidant levels
   Research shows that food grown without heavy chemical inputs often contains more vitamins, minerals and beneficial antioxidants than conventionally grown crops. (Source: RosyCheeked -Micro nutrient guide)

2. Reduced exposure to harmful chemicals
   By avoiding synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, naturally grown produce helps reduce your and your family’s exposure to chemical residues.

3. Better for your digestion and health
   Naturally grown foods are often easier on the gut and carry fewer stressors for the body. Some wellness traditions (such as Ayurveda) emphasize that food grown in harmony with nature supports deeper health. (Source: The Times of India - How natural farming enhances nutrition)

4. Supports the environment
   When you choose naturally grown food, you’re contributing to a system that maintains soil fertility, conserves water, supports wildlife and lowers carbon footprint.

5. Taste and freshness you can feel
   With fewer chemical treatments and less time in transit, naturally grown produce often delivers a richer taste experience and retains more of its natural vitality. (Source: Apollo 24|7)

Who We Are

At Dhara Natural Farm, we follow nature's design. Instead of relying on heavy external inputs, we create thriving ecosystems where crops, soil, trees and livestock support one another. Our goal is to work with nature, not against it.

Our Farming Philosophy

We embrace the core principles of natural farming: building healthy soil, fostering biodiversity, using local inputs, and growing food in harmony with the land and climate. This means:

• Grow without synthetic herbicides, pesticides or fertilizers.

• Build healthy soil through microbes, compost, mulches, cover-crops, and on-farm biomass.

• Integrate biodiversity, trees, crops and livestock to restore ecological balance.

• Use locally available inputs and low-cost practices that support farmer livelihoods, ecosystem health and long-term resilience.
  
  

What Makes Our Produce Special

• Grown in living soil: Healthy soil means healthy plants – our crops grow in a living ecosystem rather than being hammered by chemicals. (Source: RosyCheeked)

• Chemical-free: Without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, our produce comes to your table cleaner, with fewer residues. (Source: Apollo 24|7 - Ten Key benefits)

• Flavour and freshness: Harvested by right method at the right time, our produce retains its natural taste, aroma and vitality. (Source: Eden Green)

• Sustainable for the long term: Our practices help conserve water, reduce erosion, support biodiversity and mitigate the stresses of climate change. (Source: Times of Agriculture Aug-2024 - Natural Farming path to sustainable Agriculture)

Our approach

• We farm using natural-farming methods and focus on soil health, ecological balance and local inputs.

• We keep production costs low and share that benefit with you, fair pricing, honest products.

• We believe in transparency: you’re welcome to see how we farm, what goes into our fields and how our ecosystem works.

• We’re dedicated to serving our community, supporting healthy living, and delivering food that honors both the land and the eater.