Punjab

Organic farming guide — soil types, major crops, and state-specific challenges.

Annual Rainfall

650 mm

Organic Farmers

12K+

Certified Organic Area

0.15 lakh ha

Dominant Soil Types

alluvialloam

Kharif Crops

Key Challenges in Punjab

Groundwater depletion critical
Soil OC near zero from chemical overuse
Residue burning — soil carbon loss
Cancer rates linked to pesticide overuse