Context: The Tamil Nadu government has recently distributed Dhaincha (green manure) under the Chief Minister’s Mannuyir Kaathu Mannuyir Kaappom (MKMK) Scheme. Farmers receive 20 kg of green manure per acre at a 50% subsidy to improve soil health.
About Dhaincha and Green Manuring
- Dhaincha: A tall herb grown in wet areas, used for livestock feed and soil improvement.
- Green Manuring: Involves growing and incorporating leguminous plants into the soil. Benefits include improved soil structure, increased water retention, reduced erosion, weed control, and enhanced soil microorganism activity.
