Morjim, April 11 -- In an inspiring example of sustainable farming, local farmer Shivnath Shetgaonkar has successfully cultivated long beans without using water or fertilisers, earning around Rs.30,000 from the produce.

Shetgaonkar, who also serves as the Senior Citizen President of Morjim, demonstrated that traditional and low-input farming methods can still yield profitable results. His innovative approach has drawn attention from locals and fellow farmers alike.

Videos recorded recently and during the early growth stage two months ago show the healthy development of the crop, highlighting the success of the experiment.

The achievement has been widely appreciated as a model for eco-friendly agriculture, especially at a time when farm...