Monthly Archives: December 2019

Suttur, December 17, 2019: The ICAR-JSS Krishi Vignan Kendra (KVK), Suttur, in association with the ICAR Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Bengaluru; Extension Education Society (EES) and Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) had jointly organised a three-day International Conference on Extension for Strengthening Agricultural Research and Development (eSARD 2019), from December 14-16, 2019, at Suttur, in Mysuru District. The conference was organised in commemoration of the Silver Jubilee Year of JSS KVK, which was established in 1994, by the JSS Mahavidyapeetha, Mysuru.

The programme was inaugurated by Dr. A.K. Singh, Deputy Director General, ICAR, New Delhi, in the divine presence of His Holiness Paramapujya Sri Shivaratri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji, present Pontiff of Suttur Math.

In his inaugural address, Dr. A.K. Singh expressed his view that the existing technologies and mechanisms were not sufficient to double the income of farmers. He called upon the extension scientists to find innovative approaches and methodologies for the transfer of technologies, to augment the farmers’ income.

He opined that ICAR has developed 45 integrated farming system models, which are suitable for different agro-climatic zones and the farmers need to adopt them. He also stressed on the need of extension researchers to work on climate-resilient agriculture holistically. Further, he stressed upon them to assess appropriate technologies to suit the location specificity and provide suitable feedback to the research system.

Presiding over the function, Dr. M. Mahadevappa, Director, Rural Development, JSS MVP spoke about the need of strengthening agriculture research and extension for the effective transfer of technologies.

Dr. S. Rajendra Prasad, Vice-Chancellor, University of Agriculture Science, Bengaluru, participated as the chief guest and spoke on the importance of quality seeds for enhanced agriculture productivity. Chief Guest Dr. C.G. Betsurmath, Executive Secretary, JSS Mahavidyapeetha appreciated the 25th year of work by JSS KVK for the betterment of the farming community.

During the programme, conference abstracts and publications of JSS ICAR KVK were released. Former Vice Chancellors, Directors of Extension and Research, and Professors who rendered yeoman service to the farming community were felicitated.

Prof. H. Philip, President, Extension Education Society, Coimbatore, spoke on the importance of the conference.

Dr. M.J. Chandregowda, Director, ATARI, welcomed the guests and delegates.

The three-day International Conference included deliberations on agricultural research and extension systems and approaches, extension education and extension research, evolving institutional innovations, digital and conventional media, value-chain and market-led extension and gender and youth perspectives in education, research, and development.

More than 200 delegates participated in the inaugural programme. The programme ended with a vote of thanks by Dr. Arun Balamatti, Senior Scientist and Head, JSS ICAR KVK, Suttur.

Pic caption: Dr. A.K. Singh, Deputy Director General, ICAR, New Delhi, inaugurating the three-day International conference on Extension for Strengthening Agricultural Research and Development, organised by the ICAR JSS KVK, in Sutur.

Dr. Devaraj, Medical Officer, JSS Hospital, Mysuru, flagged off the ‘Say No to Plastic’ campaign, organised by the NCC Land Army unit of the JSS High School, Suttur, as part of the Govt. of India’s ‘Swachh Pakvad’ campaign, in Suttur, on December 11, 2019. Headmasters Sri G. Shivamallu, Smt. C.P. Nirmala and Smt. Lakshmi were present. The NCC Cadets visited all the shops in the village and requested the shopkeepers, customers and villagers not to use plastic.

Suttur, December 10, 2019: Special pujas were held at the shrine of His Holiness Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji and temples of Sri Someshwara, Sri Mahadeshwara, Sri Veerabhadreshwara, and Sri Narayanaswamy, on Tuesday evening as part of the Shivadeepotsava program, in Suttur, in the divine presence of His Holiness Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji.

Mahamangalarathi, silver chariot Praakarotsava were performed on the occasion (Kruttika Mahotsav). The students of the Suttur School rendered a group prayer followed by the Kolooru Kodagoosu Shivakatha Sankeertana by Vidushi Dr. V. Malini, of Mysuru. On this occasion, the procession of the chariot was held as part of the Sri Shivarathri Shivayogi Mahaswamiji’s jatra mahotsav which will be held from December 21 – 26.

Attractive lighting arrangements were made to the temples which attracted the devotees, while they also enjoyed the firing of crackers.

Pontiffs of Kesavatturu, Hosamatha, Kunduru Matha, Neelakantaswamy, Kuderu Matha, Chunchahalli, Naviluru, Benakanahalli, Tejuru, Chikkatuppuru, Kallipura, Aravind Guruji of the Maharshi Aravind Foundation, Haraguru Charamurthy, delegates and hundreds of people from the surrounding villages witnessed the program.

Mysuru, December 9, 2019: A programme to celebrate the 12th Graduates’ Day was held at the JSS College Arts, Commerce and Science, Ooty Road, Mysuru, on December 9, 2019, in the Golden Jubilee Hall of the college, in the divine presence of His Holiness Paramapujya Jagadaguru Sri Shivarathri Deshikendra Mahaswamiji.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. S. Ayyappan, Chancellor, Central Agricultural University, Imphal, Manipur, guided the fresh graduates on the innovative modes for the future generation. He opined that fresh graduates should involve themselves in new nano-technologies use of energy in all fields of life, including agriculture. He felt that Peri-urban agriculture should be used to retain the original character of the agricultural produces. “The JSS institution is in the forefront in making use of these technologies with multidisciplinary education system”, he said.

He also explained how agricultural produces can be improved using new innovative technologies. Students, especially passing out graduates should use their skills to have an action plan for new things, avenues available, using start-ups and be aware of patents. At the same time, he was disappointed at the research ratio per million population which is very low in India compared to other countries.

He concluded his speech with a note of aspiration hoping that the year 2020 will be a new milestone in all respects, as the future depends on what we do in present. The research should be based on giving solutions rather than creating problems he felt.

Suttur, December 4, 2019: The students of the JSS Higher Primary School, Suttur, bagged the overall prize in the 3- day JSS Inter-school Sports Meet, organised as part of the Paramapujya Jagadguru Dr. Sri Shivarathri Rajendra Mahaswami’s memory, at Suttur Srikshetra.

Winners in Boys Category: Basavaraju M.C. 600 m running (Second), Bhuvan (Third), Sooraj, 400 m (Second place), Bhuvan (Third), Milan, 200 m and 100 m running (Third), Harshraj, High Jump (First), Rudraiah, Shot put (Third), Basavaraju M.C, Long Jump (Second), Yuvraj (Third); Milan, Disc throw (First), Karthik (Second); 4×100 m Relay (First).

In group sports the school bagged first place in Kabaddi. Nishant bagged the ‘Best Player’ prize

Girls category: Vedavathi, 400 m (First), Rani (Second), Kousalya, 200 m running (Second), Vedavathi, 600 m running (Second), Arpitha (Third); Pinku, 100 m running (Third). Bidyapathi bagged first place in shotput, Rikolin third place; whereas Rikolin bagged first place in Disc throw and Bidyapathi bagged second place. In high jump Ribhunlang bagged first place and Ibameri bagged second place. In long jum Kousalya bagged third place and first place in 4x100m relay.

In group games the school girls team bagged first place in Kabaddi. Kumari Ribahunlang bagged the ‘Best Player’ prize.

In march past the school team has bagged first place and brought laurels to the school.

The head of the school, teachers and other staff have congratulated all the winners.

Students of the JSS Higher Primary School, Suttur, who won overall prize in the JSS Inter-school sports meet seen with the Head of various departments of the school and the physical trainers.

Suttur, December 4, 2019: 

ICAR JSS Krishi Vignan Kendra, Suttur, organized a one-day workshop on “The role of women in Agriculture, Afforestation, and Animal Husbandry” as part of the Women’s Day in Agriculture initiative. The workshop aimed to highlight the importance of women in agricultural activities, explore their roles beyond the kitchen, and address issues related to respect, dignity, and rights in the agricultural sector.

The workshop, held at Sooralli Village in Naviluru Gram Panchayat, Nanjagud Taluk, was organized in collaboration with ITC and Myrada Kaveri Regional Institute. Sri R.N. Nanjudaswamy, Agricultural Officer from Mycaps, delivered the introductory speech.

Dr. Arun Balamatti, Head of JSS KVK, inaugurated the workshop and emphasized the significant contribution of women in various agricultural activities. He highlighted that women’s participation in agriculture reaches up to 90% in several countries, including our own. However, he expressed concern over the lack of respect and recognition they receive. He pointed out disparities in wages between men and women and the absence of women’s names in any RTC (Record of Rights, Tenancy, and Crops). Dr. Balamatti urged society and the government to address these issues seriously, engage in thorough discussions, and take suitable action.

Smt. Divya, Scientist from JSS KVK, spoke about the importance of kitchen gardens and encouraged farmers to cultivate chemical-free vegetables in their backyards. She shared the success stories of progressive women farmers, such as Smt. Indiramma from K.R. Nagar and Shivamma from Shivamogga, who have excelled in vermicompost production. Smt. Divya urged the women farmers of Soorahalli village to consider these women as role models and strive for success in their own lives. Smt. Netravathi Yettinamani, Home Scientist, discussed the value enhancement of food and demonstrated KVK demonstration units. Dr. M.C. Satish, Veterinarian at JSS KVK, explained the production of vermicompost, the importance of pure milk, and the measures to be taken for profitable dairy farming.

Sri Rajappa from Mycaps, the program coordinator, expressed his belief that Self Help Groups have performed well in financial matters. He suggested that by joining hands in agriculture, women could achieve even greater progress.

As part of the workshop, various competitions were conducted for the participating women, including the identification of medicinal plants, forest plants, lemon in a spoon, and a musical chair. Women from Soorahalli village enthusiastically participated in these competitions and won prizes.

The program was presided over by Sri Nanjudaswamy, President of the Gram Panchayat. The event began with an invocation by the women participants, and Sri Nagaraj from Mycaps delivered the vote of thanks. Sri A. Anand, Sri Nagannanayaka, Smt. Mahadevamma, Muddamma, Geetha, and other esteemed individuals were also present. Around 150-200 women from Soorahalli village actively participated in the workshop.

Identifying medicinal and forest plants competition