The Indian Biogas Association is pushing for a mandate to blend 10% fermented organic manure with chemical fertilizers by 2030. This initiative aims to restore soil organic carbon levels, which have dropped to 0.4 percent, while potentially saving $2 billion in annual import costs. The plan involves a phased rollout starting in 2026 and the creation of a circular economy linking biogas plants to farms. Success depends on overcoming logistical hurdles, changing farmer habits, and integrating organic carbon into government subsidy frameworks.
