Mysuru, June 3, 2025: The ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Suttur, has launched the Vikasit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan program in Mysuru District, with the aim of spreading scientific agricultural knowledge and practical farming solutions among rural communities. As part of the initiative, three dedicated teams comprising officials from the Agriculture Department and agricultural research scientists have been deployed across the district.
On June 2, 2025, a program was held in Gungralchatra village, Mysuru Taluk, where Dr. Vinay G.M. of JSS KVK spoke on critical farming topics such as land preparation, the use and benefits of green compost, and monsoon-specific precautionary measures.
Dr. Gundappa B., from the National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources (NBAIR), Bengaluru, informed farmers about the Bureau’s ongoing research and its relevance to crop protection. He discussed pest control in jowar and coconut crops, highlighting biocontrol strategies and disease prevention.
Dr. Siddappa, from Horticulture University, Mysuru, addressed issues related to Thottapatti crops, nutrient management in coconut farming, and the importance of utilizing new crop varieties. Dr. Shivakumar, also from the university, explained soil testing, soil conservation, organic matter enhancement, and how to identify and manage nutrient deficiencies in crops.
Dr. Tanveer, Horticulture Department, Bagalkote, shared updates on the latest technologies and facilities offered by the department, particularly through the Raitha Seva Kendra, Ilwala. Sri Venkateshmurthy, Horticulture Officer, outlined schemes and benefits available through the department such as drip irrigation, support for GI-tagged crops like Mysuru Mallige, Nanjangud Rasabale, and Mysuru beetle leaves, and employment generation through government schemes.
The program saw active interaction between farmers and scientists, with over 75 farmers (including women) participating. The team also visited KG Halli, Beechanahalli, Chakahalli, and Jayapura villages in HD Kote Taluk, where they engaged with local farmers on topics like nutrient management, jowar crop diseases, biocontrol methods, and soil testing.
Farmers also received insights into ginger crop disease management, proper soil sample collection, and State and Central Government schemes available to support farming.
Dr. B.N. Gnanesh, Head and Senior Scientist, JSS KVK, encouraged farmers to visit the KVK center to gain hands-on knowledge about horticulture, animal husbandry, vermicomposting, and scientific farming methods.
Other experts present included Dr. Shamraj of JSS KVK, Dr. M. Sampathkumar of ICAR-ANBA, Bengaluru, and Dr. P. Preeti, Scientist, IIHR. The program benefited over 50 farmers, including both men and women.
