A rare, previously unknown Sanskrit manuscript titled Krishi-Vijnana-Sangraha has been recovered from a private collection in Odisha. Dated to the 9th century, the text outlines advanced Vedic agricultural techniques, including soil classification, natural pest control, and seasonal crop rotation cycles based on lunar phases.
The manuscript details the use of mineral-based fertilizers and specific botanical extracts to enhance soil fertility, showcasing the depth of ancient Indian scientific inquiry into sustainable farming. Linguistic experts are currently working to digitize the text for wider scholarly access.