Pioneering Water Efficiency in Rice Cultivation: AWD Initiative Launched in Warangal

On November 28, 2024, Core CarbonX Solutions Pvt Ltd, in collaboration with NABARD, officially launched the Alternative Wetting and Drying (AWD) method at an inauguration meeting held at RARS Warangal. This significant event marked the beginning of a transformative journey under the Core Carbon Sustainable Rice Initiative (CCX) to revolutionize sustainable rice farming practices in Warangal district.

This initiative aims to introduce innovative water-saving techniques in rice cultivation through the AWD method, fostering agricultural sustainability and resource efficiency. The project actively engages three Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)—Hasanparthy, Nadikuda, and Nallabelli—empowering local farmers with techniques that optimize water management, reduce emissions, and enhance resilience in rice production.

Event Highlights:

• Key Stakeholders Present:
  • B. Uday Bhaskar, Chief General Manager of NABARD (Chief Guest)
  • R. Ganapathi, General Manager of NABARD
  • L. Chandra Shekar, AGM NABARD
  • Dr. Hrishikesh Mahadev, Director, Core CarbonX
  • Ashok Nannam, Associate Consultant, Core CarbonX
• Participation: Over 80 enthusiastic farmers from the Warangal district actively joined the session to explore and understand the benefits of adopting AWD.

The event fostered dialogue and collaboration between stakeholders, highlighting the collective vision to implement sustainable agricultural practices and address the environmental and economic challenges associated with traditional farming methods.

Why AWD?

• Water Efficiency: Reduces water usage by up to 25%, a critical adaptation in water-stressed regions.
• Emission Reductions: Mitigates methane emissions, contributing to climate change mitigation.
• Economic Benefits: Promotes cost savings for farmers by optimizing water and input use.

Core CarbonX’s Vision for Sustainable Agriculture: This initiative exemplifies Core CarbonX’s commitment to empowering communities through sustainable agriculture, innovative practices, and climate-resilient strategies. The AWD project aligns with our mission to enhance livelihoods while achieving environmental benefits.

Catch a Glimpse of the Event: Relive the highlights of this impactful event by watching exclusive moments captured during the session. Witness the enthusiasm of farmers and stakeholders collaborating for a sustainable future. 

Join Us in Driving Change: Farmers, agricultural experts, and stakeholders interested in participating or learning more about our sustainable rice farming initiatives are encouraged to explore more on our Sustainable Water Management for Rice Farming in Telangana webpage.

For further inquiries, please visit our Contact Us page to get in touch with our team.