A delegation from Kenya praised a programme by the Andhra Pradesh Community Managed Natural Farming (APCNF), describing it as a model of climate-resilient and sustainable agriculture that could inspire similar initiatives in Kenya and other countries.The delegation visited natural farming fields at Bommuvanipalem in Kollipara mandal and the National Seed Conservation Centre at the Bhumi Bharathi Farmer Producer Company in Attota village of Guntur district to study the State’s natural farming practices. The delegation examined diversified farms with more than 20 crops, healthy soils, rich biodiversity, and ecological pest management techniques that minimise the use of chemicals.The delegation appreciated the Any Time Money (ATM) Model Farm, run by natural farming practitioner D. Bheemaraju, where the presence of beneficial insects and active soil microorganisms naturally support crop health. They also toured an A-Grade Banana Model Farm, where bananas are cultivated without external chemical inputs, and observed the use of trap crops such as marigold and castor for natural pest control. A comparison with a neighbouring chemically cultivated field highlighted improved soil moisture, better soil structure, and higher biological activity under natural farming.The delegation also interacted with members of the Hepsi Self-Help Group to understand the role of women in promoting natural farming and enhancing livelihoods, nutrition, and family well-being.The visiting team comprised Wanjama Njoroge Daniel of the Seed Saver Network, John Kariuki Mwangi of Slow Food Kenya, Odda Friday Ochomo of Global Field Network, Zipporah Nyambura Kuria of the Seed Saver Network and Prasiddha Sapkota, an intern from New York University Abu Dhabi.They were briefed by District Project Manager Rajakumari. Published - July 07, 2026 06:45 pm IST