
This article explores Nakshatra-based farming, an ancient Indian agricultural system that aligns crop activities with the moon?s transit through 27 Nakshatras (lunar constellations). Rooted in traditional texts like Vrikshayurveda, the practice associates specific lunar positions and phases with optimal times for sowing, transplanting, harvesting and pest control. Scientific evidence increasingly supports these traditions, linking lunar gravity and cosmic radiation to plant growth, soil moisture and seed germination. Though scalability and scientific validation remain challenges, integrating traditional lunar calendars with modern agri-tech offers a promising, sustainable path for enhancing crop health, biodiversity and resilience in uncertain climatic conditions.