Sustainable Agriculture at DRBI is an integrated system of plant and animal production practices that meet the institute's food and textile needs, enhance environmental quality, and maintain soil fertility.

DRBI enacts environmental stewardship by embracing eco-friendly farming methods, conserving water, reducing reliance on non-renewable resources, and promoting biodiversity on its lands.

DRBI utilizes crop rotation, cover cropping, reduced tillage, and organic amendments to enrich soil health and minimize erosion, reflecting a commitment to the land’s well-being.

Farming at DRBI is a spiritual practice, acknowledging the land as a sanctuary for growth that nourishes both body and spirit through mindful, meditative engagement with the earth.

Biodiversity is central to DRBI's farms, supporting resilience and ecological balance through varied crops and fauna that contribute to a robust and self-sustaining ecosystem.

DRBI promotes sustainable water use by employing rainwater harvesting, drip irrigation, and sustainable drainage systems to optimize water efficiency and stewardship.

DRBI farms leverage renewable energy sources like solar power and bioenergy, minimizing carbon footprints and fostering a cycle of energy self-sufficiency on the land.

DRBI manages crop diversity through heirloom seed preservation, intercropping, and selecting species adapted to local conditions, which in turn enhances food security and ecological health.