Septuagenarian’s ‘lab of natural farming’ thrives on rooftop in Jagamara

Sabhapati Khadanga, aged 76, practices natural farming on his Bhubaneswar rooftop. He uses kitchen waste and local inputs for organic fertilisers and pesticides. Khadanga advocates for pesticide-free food production, urging farmers to reduce chemical dependence. His expertise benefits organisations and cultivators across Odisha. He also developed a natural deterrent for monkeys.