New Delhi, Oct. 24 -- Carbon credits, water-saving technologies and sustainable farming practices can create new income opportunities for Indian rice farmers while reducing cultivation costs and environmental impact, industry experts said at the Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2026 in New Delhi.

During a panel discussion on sustainability and carbon credits in the rice supply chain, experts emphasised that investments in climate-friendly farming, advanced agricultural technologies and supportive policy incentives could make sustainable rice cultivation economically viable.

Kaushal Bisht, Director at Varaha, a carbon project developer, said the company runs a carbon programme for smallholder farmers covering around one millio...