In a world facing rising temperatures, depleting groundwater, and unpredictable rain patterns, the future of farming depends on one word: sustainability. At Kopa Krishi Utpadak FPC, sustainability is not a trend — it’s our commitment. Through water-saving techniques, climate-smart education, and carbon farming, we help farmers protect both their livelihoods and the land they depend on.
💧 The Problem: Traditional Methods Are No Longer Enough
Traditional rice farming uses vast amounts of water — but groundwater levels are falling rapidly. Chemical-heavy farming has weakened soil fertility, while climate change adds further stress with erratic monsoons and rising temperatures. Small farmers often bear the biggest losses.
🌾 Our Solution: Sustainable Practices That Work
Kopa FPC has introduced AWD (Alternate Wetting and Drying) and carbon farming methods across thousands of hectares in Birbhum and Murshidabad. These practices help save water, improve soil health, reduce methane emissions, and prepare farmers for future challenges — all while increasing profitability.
✅ What Is AWD?
Alternate Wetting and Drying is a proven method where rice fields are not kept flooded continuously. Instead, they are allowed to dry intermittently, saving up to 30–40% of irrigation water without affecting yield.
✅ What Is Carbon Farming?
Carbon farming includes agricultural practices that reduce greenhouse gas emissions or capture carbon in the soil. Farmers using sustainable methods like AWD can earn carbon credits, opening the door to green revenue streams.
🔗 Our Partners in Sustainability
- Kosher Climate – Implementation of a 10,000-hectare AWD project in Birbhum
- ERDA Illumine – AWD-based carbon farming over 5,000 hectares in Murshidabad
- Inqube – Agroforestry and clean energy projects to reduce pollution and improve rural resilience
📈 Impact So Far
- 20,000+ hectares under sustainable farming pilots
- 30,000+ farmers trained in AWD and soil-friendly practices
- Reduced irrigation usage by 25–35% per field
- Helped farmers become eligible for carbon offset earnings
🧑🌾 Farmer Testimonial
“Earlier, we thought more water meant better crops. Kopa FPC showed us how to grow with less water and less cost — and it worked.”
— Khairun Nisha, Director
🌱 Why It Matters
Sustainable agriculture is not just about the environment — it’s about survival. For small and marginal farmers, saving water and building resilient soil systems means fewer losses, more consistency, and better income security.
🔜 What’s Next
Kopa FPC is working to:
- Expand AWD to 20,000+ hectares
- Integrate agroforestry models with farming systems
- Launch farmer-friendly guides and demo plots for carbon farming
🤝 Be Part of the Change
Are you a policymaker, climate startup, or agri-researcher? Let’s work together to scale sustainable agriculture that benefits both people and the planet.