Varaha - Regenerative Agriculture in the Indo-Gangetic Plains

Before implementation of the project activity, farmers in the project followed conventional agricultural practices such as tillage, flooding, and burning of crop residues. This large scale project addresses the problems of these practices by implementing regenerative agriculture in rice and wheat cropping systems in the Indian states of Punjab and Haryana. Implementing the project's activities reduces green house gases, restores degraded farmlands, and increases the carbon sink through soil carbon removal.

In pursuit of its vision, Varaha sees a future where smallholder communities prosper in the face of climate challenges. The company dedicates itself to empowering these communities through inventive Natural Climate Solutions, fostering a sustainable harmony with nature. Varaha aspires to assert itself as a global leader in technology-driven climate action, playing a pivotal role in instigating positive change for communities and the planet at large.

• The regenerative techniques implemented by the project improve crop yields and reduce input costs, potentially increasing the farmers overall profitability.
• Depending on the amount of carbon sequestered by their farm, farmers will also receive 50-70% of the revenue from the sale of carbon credits.
• Training programs and workshops are conducted for all involved personnel. The training covers regenerative farming, soil testing, and improved data handling through digital applications.
• By engaging with local implementation partners, farmer organisations, and NGOs, Varaha has developed a nuanced approach to stakeholder engagement and grievance redressal.
• Many of these farmers are a part of larger supply chains, thus, the project's activities decarbonises and improves the resilience of the food industry.

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• 5,601 farmers had participated in the project across 27 communities at the end of 2024.  

• 41,955.55 hectares in operation, about 4x the size pf Paris city proper.

• They’ve measured that water consumption in project areas has reduced by 22.58% compared to baseline.