Heads of various departments of JSS Residential School, Suttur, were seen alongside the Physical Education Instructor and students on the occasion of International Sports Day, observed on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
Suttur, June 11, 2025: On the 13th day of the Vikasit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, the ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Suttur, in association with the Agriculture Department, organized extensive awareness and outreach programs across multiple villages—Kampalapura and Panchavalli in Periyapatna Taluk; Mellahalli, Gopalapura, and Mulluru in Mysuru Taluk; and Alamburu and Basavanapura in Nanjangud Taluk.
The program focused on disseminating information about various schemes and initiatives offered by different agriculture-related departments. Smt. Aruna, Agriculture Officer, spoke in detail about the numerous schemes available under the Agriculture Department, including loan facilities accessible to farmers. Dr. G.M. Vinay, Horticulture Subject Expert at JSS KVK, elaborated on the various welfare schemes and support programs offered by the Horticulture Department to benefit farmers engaged in fruit, vegetable, and flower cultivation.
Dr. U.M. Rakshiraj, Veterinary Science Expert, provided insights into the various initiatives under the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Sciences Department. He stressed the importance of integrated livestock practices and government support mechanisms. Dr. Y.P. Prasad, an expert in Plant Protection, introduced Central Government schemes aimed at enhancing crop health and pest control, and spoke on the importance of adopting scientific methods for sustainable farming.
Sri Shamraj, Cultivation Expert from JSS KVK, explained the range of subsidies available for agricultural equipment. He also informed farmers about the ICAR JSS KVK’s initiative of providing farming equipment on rent—free of cost for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe farmers, and at subsidized rates for others, encouraging wider access to mechanized farming tools.
Additionally, experts from ICAR, Bengaluru—Dr. Kajal Shankarroy, Dr. Shivaswamy, Dr. Sabarinath, and Dr. Basavaraj Sajjanna—shared valuable guidance on cattle care and animal health management. Their sessions addressed issues related to cattle nutrition, disease prevention, and scientific livestock rearing practices.
More than 1000 farmers from the participating villages attended the event and benefitted from the expert interactions and detailed information on government-supported agricultural schemes. The outreach initiative aimed to empower farmers with the knowledge needed to leverage various departmental benefits for improved livelihood and sustainable agricultural growth.
Suttur, June 10, 2025: The ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra, in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, Mysuru, conducted a series of field visits and information dissemination programs on June 8, 2025, as part of the 10th day of the ongoing Vikasit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan. These programs were held at Jayapura and Daaripura in Mysuru Taluk, and Machabayanahalli in Hunsur Taluk, with the aim of spreading awareness about government schemes and best practices in agriculture and animal husbandry.
During the outreach, Dr. Rakshitraj provided an overview of various schemes launched by the Government of India related to agriculture and animal husbandry. He emphasized the importance of integrated farming practices and the cultivation of nutritious fodder crops to support livestock health.
Dr. Kajal Shankarroy, Chief Scientist at the National Veterinary Food and Shareerakriya Shastra Institute, Bengaluru, delivered a detailed talk on managing infertility in cattle. She highlighted the benefits of using mineral mixtures and hormonal treatments to address reproductive issues in livestock. Dr. Shankarroy also explained how deficiencies affecting milk fat content and quality can be addressed by incorporating nutritional products such as bypass fat and KMF Samruddhi into cattle diets.
Adding further value to the event, Dr. Shivaswamy, Scientist at the National Dairy Research Institute, encouraged farmers to adopt dairy farming alongside traditional agriculture. He stressed that such integrated approaches not only improve farm sustainability but also serve as a viable source of supplementary income for rural households.
The programs witnessed enthusiastic participation from local farmers, who gained valuable insights into scientific practices, government support mechanisms, and entrepreneurial opportunities within the livestock and dairy sectors.
Suttur, June 10, 2025: As part of the 10th day of the ongoing Vikasit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, the ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Suttur, welcomed distinguished international guests Dr. Scot Heriatt, Vice-President of Educational Affairs and Management Professor from the United States, and Sri Bernard Marcus, Psychology Researcher at Maharshi International University.
The guests were warmly received by Dr. B.N. Gnanesh, Senior Scientist and Head of JSS KVK, who gave an overview of the KVK’s functions and objectives. The visitors toured various model farms at the center and appreciated the efforts being made towards sustainable agriculture and farmer empowerment. They also participated in the field program organized at Devanuru village in Nanjangud Taluk and engaged in meaningful discussions with local farmers.
Dr. Vinay G.M., Scientist at JSS KVK, explained the importance of soil testing in agriculture and horticulture and its role in enhancing productivity. He provided insights on preparatory methods for monsoon crops, use of green compost such as Senabu, Diancha, and Sasugunnikayi, and the benefits of waste compost enriched with Trichoderma, Pseudomonas, and Metarhizium. He also spoke about vermicompost applications and the advantages of using light nutrient blends in crops like vegetable samruddhi and baale samruddhi.
Dr. Prasad of JSS KVK detailed disease management strategies in banana cultivation, including control of Panama disease, leaf spot, and Nendra banana-specific infections. He emphasized integrated bio-management, pest control measures for Rhinoceros beetles, white flies, and the effective use of protective nets.
Dr. Satish Yevunje, Senior Scientist at the Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA), Bengaluru, addressed the participants on pisciculture practices and their significance in doubling farmer incomes.
Simultaneously, Dr. Sujatha Nair and Dr. Anuradha Sane, Scientists from ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru, visited the Abhiyan program held in Aatahalli village, Bannur Hobli, T. Narasipura Taluk. They provided guidance on horticultural crop management, seed selection, and advanced cultivation techniques.
Sri Shivanna, Technical Manager of the ATMA Program, Agriculture Department, T. Narasipura Taluk, briefed the farmers on the various schemes and support programs offered by the department.
Sri Shamraj, Cultivation Subject Expert from JSS KVK, discussed the major crops grown in the region, current challenges faced by farmers, and shared recommendations on field preparation for the monsoon season, selection of improved crop varieties, seed treatment, and integrated nutrient management.
The program highlighted the continued commitment of ICAR JSS KVK and its partners to strengthen the farming community through technical knowledge, global collaboration, and practical solutions tailored to local needs.
Eleven couples tied the knot during the 124th mass marriage ceremony organized by Sri Suttur Math at Sri Sutturkshetra. Seen in the picture are the newlyweds along with Sri S.P. Udayashankar, Administrative Officer of JSS Institutions, Suttur, and heads of various departments.
Suttur, June 7, 2025: As part of the ongoing Vikasit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, a team of agricultural scientists, including experts from ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Suttur, conducted extensive field visits across multiple villages in Mysuru Taluk on June 6, 2025, marking the 9th day of the campaign.
The team visited the farm of Shri Parashivamurthy in Kempegowdanahundi Village, a progressive farmer trained in organic agriculture. He has adopted organic practices in cultivating banana, arecanut, and coconut, using vermicompost produced on his farm. The scientists examined his field and encouraged surrounding farmers to consider phased adoption of organic farming methods to enhance sustainability and soil health.
The team also visited the integrated farm of Shri Krishnegowda in Varakhodu Village, where they advised him on diversifying farming activities by incorporating animal husbandry, poultry, and sheep farming along with regular crop cultivation to improve income and resource utilization.
At Bommenahalli Village in Yelwala Hobli, Sri Shamraj, Cultivation Expert at JSS KVK, engaged with local farmers and educated them on improved cultivation techniques for cereals, soil health management, soil and water conservation, and rainwater harvesting. He also shared technical knowledge on rainfed crop cultivation methods suited to local conditions.
Sri Virupaksha, Officer from the Department of Agriculture, informed farmers about the various schemes, subsidies, and facilities available through the department to support agricultural development. The Taluk Agriculture Officer, in charge of the ATMA (Agricultural Technology Management Agency) program, elaborated on the benefits and implementation of the ATMA initiatives in the region.
Dr. Sujatha Nair and Dr. Anuradha Sane, Scientists from ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru, provided farmers with valuable insights into mango variety selection, mango orchard management, and flower cultivation techniques that can enhance productivity and quality.
The field outreach activities of the day benefited over 418 farmers across the visited villages, reflecting the Abhiyan’s continued commitment to knowledge-sharing, sustainable farming practices, and farmer empowerment.
Students, teachers, and department heads joined Administrative Officer Sri S.P. Udayashankar in a tree-planting program held on campus to mark World Environment Day at the JSS Free Residential School, Suttur.
Suttur, June 5, 2025: The seventh day of the Vikasit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan was held at Varuna Village in Mysuru Taluk, with the active participation of various allied de-partments of agriculture. The initiative, aimed at enriching farmers with both tradi-tional knowledge and scientific farming practices, witnessed a strong turnout and en-thusiastic response from the local farming community.
Shri Hemanth, Agriculture Officer of Varuna, addressed the farmers about the varieties of crops suitable for the monsoon season and the various facilities offered by the agri-culture department. He emphasized the importance of natural farming and introduced traditional crop varieties such as Rajamudi and Siddasanna. He also encouraged farm-ers to construct agricultural ponds under the Krishi Bhagya Scheme to facilitate drip irrigation and improve water use efficiency.
Dr. Vinay G.M., representing the ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Suttur, discussed the selection of monsoon crops, pre-monsoon land preparation techniques, soil testing methods, and their practical benefits. He elaborated on the use of green compost, cli-mate-resilient crop choices, and nutrient management strategies suitable for the rainy season. Dr. Vinay also introduced light nutrient-requirement crops like Baale Samrud-dhi (Banana), Maavu Samruddhi (Mango), Shunti Samruddhi (Ginger), Arishina Samruddhi (Turmeric), and Tarakari Samruddhi (Vegetables), which are ideal for sus-tainable cultivation.
Dr. Satish Yevunje, Senior Scientist from the Indian Institute of Soil & Water Conserva-tion, Regional Research Institute, Bengaluru, shared insights into the institute’s role in promoting soft water agriculture. He highlighted the health and economic benefits of fisheries and explained how the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund, and Pradhan Mantri Matsya Krishik Samruddhi programs can help farmers double their income through aquaculture.
Dr. B.N. Gnanesh, Senior Scientist and Head of ICAR JSS KVK, stated that under the Vi-kasit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, the KVK has organized various training sessions throughout Mysuru District. He noted that three expert teams are actively visiting vil-lages to provide technical guidance. He urged farmers to take full advantage of these opportunities and also visit the JSS KVK center to receive more information about cli-mate-suitable crops and modern cultivation techniques. He advised them to conduct soil testing at least once every two years to make informed decisions about crop selec-tion and nutrient application.
Dr. Deepak addressed the participants on the importance of food processing and the value addition of agricultural produce. Agriculture Officer Anand spoke about the facili-ties available specifically for women farmers under various departmental schemes.
The program was presided over by Shri Siddaraju, Gram Panchayat Member, who ex-pressed that the event was highly beneficial for local farmers. He encouraged partici-pants to seek guidance from scientists and apply their knowledge to improve crop yield and income.
In T. Narasipura Taluk, similar sessions were held at Muguru and Hosahemmige villag-es, where Sri Shamraj, Cultivation Expert from JSS KVK, interacted with farmers to un-derstand their cropping patterns and the challenges they face. He offered insights into monsoon field preparation, the selection of improved seed varieties, seed treatment, and integrated nutrient management techniques.
Dr. Sujatha Nair and Dr. Anuradha Sane of ICAR IIHR, Bengaluru, addressed the farmers on effective horticultural crop management, focusing on seed selection and best cultiva-tion practices. Sri Shivanna, Taluk Technical Manager for the ATMA Program, shared details about government agriculture schemes and how farmers can benefit from them.
The event concluded on a high note, reflecting the continued impact and success of the Vikasit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan in empowering farmers with actionable knowledge and support systems.
Suttur, June 4, 2025: As part of the ongoing Vikasit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, the ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Suttur, organized a day-long awareness and training program for farmers at the District Training Center, Naganahalli, Mysuru, on June 3, 2025.
The program was inaugurated by Dr. Dhananjaya, Deputy Director, Agriculture Depart-ment, and Dr. B.N. Gnanesh, Senior Scientist and Head, ICAR JSS KVK, Suttur. Noted sci-entists Dr. Sujatha Nair from IIHR, Bengaluru and Dr. Anuradha Sane were present as chief guests.
In his inaugural address, Dr. B.N. Gnanesh urged farmers to undertake soil testing, proper land preparation, and crop selection before sowing to ensure better yields. He advised the use of disease-resistant seed varieties, emphasized seed treatment, and en-couraged farmers to grow jowar as a sustainable alternative to tobacco, mentioning that produce could be sold to Glowco Company at prices above the minimum support price.
In a related session at Kuruburu village, T. Narasipura Taluk, farmers were trained in integrated nutrient management and pest and disease control in Sugandharaja crop. Dr. Sujatha Nair recommended replacing Sugandharaja with high-yielding Arka Prajwal, and adopting drip and uphill irrigation techniques to combat root rot and nematodes.
At Jeemaranahalli village in Nanjangud Taluk, Dr. Anuradha Sane inspected tissue-cultured banana plantations facing challenges and provided on-ground recommenda-tions to farmers.
Similar educational programs were held in Tayuru, Ishwaragowdanahalli, Nerale, and Halepura villages in Nanjangud Taluk, in collaboration with local Agriculture Depart-ment officials and Gram Panchayats.
Dr. Vinay G.M., ICAR JSS KVK, shared insights on soil testing techniques, monsoon land preparation, green composting, crop and variety selection, and nutrient management in crops. He also introduced farmers to Samruddhi light nutrient banana and vegetable varieties, highlighting their benefits.
Dr. Prasad addressed common monsoon crop diseases and pests, emphasizing biologi-cal control methods, especially for paddy crop management.
Dr. Satish Evunje, Senior Scientist, Central Freshwater Aquaculture Research Institute, Bengaluru, discussed the activities of the institute and provided valuable details about the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana and other state-supported fisheries pro-grams.
In Hanumanahalli, Beejanahalli, and Mirle villages of Saligrama Taluk, Dr. U.M. Rakshitraj provided training on livestock health, including management of foot and mouth disease in cattle. Dr. Deepak engaged farmers with insights on value addition in crops, nutritional benefits of kitchen gardening, and related practices.
The series of sessions provided hands-on knowledge and interactive learning opportu-nities for hundreds of farmers across Mysuru District, helping them adopt modern, sci-entific, and sustainable agricultural practices.
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.
