Women and Child Development Minister inaugurates NUTRI GARDEN at All India Institute of Ayurveda

Source: This post is based on the article “Women and Child Development Minister inaugurates NUTRI GARDEN at All India Institute of Ayurveda” published in PIB on 1st September 2021.

What is the News?

The Union Minister for Women and Child Development has inaugurated NUTRI GARDEN to mark the beginning of Poshan Maah – 2021 at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA). 

About Nutri Gardens

Nutri kitchen garden/Nutri garden is a method of planting and harvesting nutrient-rich crops in residential houses or in their vicinity to meet the requirements of the family all year round. 

In urban areas, Nutri kitchen gardening can be promoted in the form of rooftop gardening, terrace gardening, vertical gardening and container gardening. 

In rural areas, Nutri kitchen gardens can be promoted in the backyard of the houses. 

What are the benefits of Nutri Garden?

It increases the availability of food and nutrient sources. It can act as a source of supplementary income. The crops harvested are Fresh and Safe (chemical-free).