Each farmer earned between ₹3,000 and ₹15,000 based on the carbon credits generated.
The program verified greenhouse‑gas reductions through scientific testing and satellite data.
It helped save an estimated 45 billion litres of water and kept over 200,000 tonnes of crop residue from being burned.
Payments are made through Direct Benefit Transfer, a digital system that sends money straight to bank accounts.
The initiative supports India's broader shift toward regenerative agriculture and aligns with international climate collaborations.
Over 2,500 smallholders in Punjab and Haryana have received about 2.9 crore rupees for increasing soil carbon.
Key techniques include Direct Seeded Rice, reduced tillage, and crop‑residue management, which lower water use and prevent burning.
The scheme links measured carbon reductions to carbon credits, providing an economic incentive for sustainable agriculture.
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