New Delhi, June 1 -- Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday launched the nationwide 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' from Ramasiya village in Madhya Pradesh's Raisen district.

The month-long campaign, which will run until June 30, aims to promote soil conservation and sustainable agricultural practices through soil testing, balanced fertilizer use, Soil Health Cards, natural farming and water conservation.

According to the ministry, agricultural scientists, experts from Krishi Vigyan Kendras, agriculture universities and government departments will conduct awareness programmes in villages across the country.

Farmers will be provided guidance on soil health management, nutrient appl...