The Andhra Pradesh government has initiated a significant program to promote green manure cultivation for the Kharif 2026 season, allocating ₹62.20 crore in subsidies. Agriculture Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu emphasized the importance of adopting scientific and eco-friendly farming methods to enhance soil health and boost farmer incomes. The program includes the distribution of 91,918 quintals of green manure seeds, comprising 50,311 quintals of sunn hemp, 21,291 quintals of Dhaincha, and 20,316 quintals of green gram varieties. To date, 40,459 quintals of seeds have been supplied to various districts, with 5,687 quintals reaching 19,667 farmers. The initiative aims to reduce reliance on chemical fertilizers by improving soil fertility through the incorporation of green manure crops, which enhance organic carbon and nitrogen levels. The government is also conducting awareness campaigns to educate farmers about the benefits of these practices. Districts like Krishna, Guntur, and YSR Kadapa have shown promising participation, with plans to accelerate seed distribution based on demand. Atchannaidu reiterated the government's commitment to sustainable agriculture, stating that healthy soil is crucial for prosperous farming.