Good news for farmers all over India. Khet Bachao Abhiyan 2026 is starting from June 1 and will run till June 30 across the whole country. This is a month-long farmer support campaign by the central government, and over 1,600 teams have already been formed to reach villages directly and help farmers at their own fields.
Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, who chaired the planning meeting in Delhi, made it clear that this campaign is not just about awareness. The real focus is on giving farmers practical help on their farms, like advice on balanced fertiliser use, soil health, and cutting down farming costs.
Khet Bachao Abhiyan 2026 - What Is This Campaign About
Khet Bachao Abhiyan, which means "Save the Farm Campaign", is a nationwide movement to connect farms, farmers, and villages together. The main idea is to stop the reckless use of chemical fertilisers and help farmers grow crops in a smarter, cheaper, and more sustainable way.
During the campaign, teams of scientists, agriculture officials, and field experts will visit villages and meet farmers face to face. They will check soil health, suggest the right amount of fertiliser based on soil testing, and show farmers how to use organic inputs, green manure, and bio-products. Live demonstrations of Integrated Nutrient Management (INM) techniques will also be done right in the villages so farmers can see and learn.
Out of the 1,600+ teams, around 500 teams will work in 100 districts where fertiliser use is very high. These districts need extra attention because too much chemical fertiliser is slowly damaging the soil and increasing the cost of farming for no real benefit.
What Help Will Farmers Get During the Campaign
This campaign is built around real, on-ground support and not just speeches. Farmers will get location-specific advice that matches their local weather, soil quality, and market situation. Here are the main things farmers will learn and get help with:
- Balanced fertiliser use - Experts will guide farmers to use the right amount of fertiliser based on Soil Health Card results, so they stop wasting money and protect their soil.
- Soil health management - Farmers will be told about the nutrient gaps in their soil and how to fix them using natural and bio-based options.
- Crop diversification and water management - Guidance on choosing better crops, saving water, and reducing risk because of changing weather conditions.
- Government scheme benefits - Teams will help connect farmers with schemes they may have missed, so the benefits actually reach the farm.
One big point Shivraj Singh Chouhan stressed is that reducing chemical fertiliser is not just good for the soil, it also saves the farmer's money. When you use only as much fertiliser as the soil really needs, your input cost goes down and your profit goes up.
Government Schemes Linked With Khet Bachao Abhiyan
This is not a standalone campaign. The government plans to push the benefits of many existing farmer schemes through it. The teams visiting villages will also help farmers who are left out of these schemes get connected to them. Some of the schemes being covered include the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, Kisan Credit Cards, Pulses and Oilseeds Mission, Cotton Mission, Oil Palm cultivation, and water conservation programmes.
Farmers who want to understand fertiliser pricing better can also look at the recent NBS fertilizer subsidy scheme, under which the government has approved a big subsidy to keep fertiliser prices affordable during the Kharif season.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Campaign Name | Khet Bachao Abhiyan 2026 (Save the Farm Campaign) |
| Launched By | Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India |
| Campaign Duration | June 1 to June 30, 2026 |
| Beneficiaries | Farmers across all states of India |
| Main Focus | Balanced fertiliser use, soil health, cost-saving farming, scheme benefits |
| Teams Formed | Over 1,600 teams (500 teams in 100 high fertiliser-use districts) |
| Run By | Panchayats, KVKs, ICAR, State Governments |
| Official Website | agriwelfare.gov.in |
Who Will Run the Campaign at Ground Level
To make sure the campaign reaches every village, the government has tied up the whole chain from the centre right down to the panchayat. Panchayats, Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), ICAR institutes, and state governments will all work together. Scientists and agriculture officers will be the main people on the field, going village to village.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan also said this will not be a top-down campaign run only by officials. Chief Ministers, Ministers, MPs, MLAs, and local representatives will all take part to give it real grassroots energy. The goal is to make it a people's movement and not just another government programme that stays on paper.
How Farmers Can Take Part in Khet Bachao Abhiyan
Farmers do not need to fill any form or apply online for this campaign. It is a field-level outreach, which means the teams will come to your village. Here is how a farmer can make the most of it.
STEP 1 - Keep an eye out for announcements in your village or panchayat about the visit of the agriculture team. The schedule will usually be shared through your local panchayat office and Krishi Vigyan Kendra.
STEP 2 - When the team visits, get your soil tested or carry your Soil Health Card if you already have one. This helps the experts give you exact advice on how much fertiliser your land really needs.
STEP 3 - Ask the team about the government schemes you are missing out on, like PM Kisan or Kisan Credit Card. They are there to help connect you with these benefits.
STEP 4 - Note down the advice given on organic inputs, crop choice, and water saving. Try these methods on a small part of your land first to see the results before using them everywhere.
Why This Campaign Matters for Farmers
For years, many farmers have been using more fertiliser than their soil actually needs, thinking more fertiliser means more crop. But this slowly spoils the soil and adds to the cost without giving extra yield. Khet Bachao Abhiyan is trying to fix exactly this problem.
As Shivraj Singh Chouhan put it, the aim is to save farms, manage costs, improve soil health, and build a new culture of farm management at the village level. If the campaign works the way it is planned, farmers can expect lower input costs, healthier soil, and better long-term income from their land.
FAQ's
When will Khet Bachao Abhiyan 2026 start and end?
The campaign will run nationwide from June 1 to June 30, 2026. It is a month-long farmer outreach programme by the central government.
Do farmers need to apply or register for this campaign?
No, there is no application or registration needed. Agriculture teams will visit villages directly, so farmers just need to take part when the team comes to their area.
What is the main goal of Khet Bachao Abhiyan?
The main goal is to promote balanced fertiliser use, improve soil health, cut farming costs, and make sure government scheme benefits reach farmers at the field level.
Who is running this campaign?
It is run by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare along with Panchayats, Krishi Vigyan Kendras, ICAR institutes, and state governments. Over 1,600 teams of scientists and officials have been formed for it.
Will the campaign cover government schemes too?
Yes. Schemes like PM Kisan, Kisan Credit Card, Pulses-Oilseeds Mission, Cotton Mission, and water conservation programmes will all be promoted, and teams will help farmers connect with the benefits they are missing.