Suttur, December 6, 2021: As part of the ongoing Technology Week, the ICAR JSS Krishi Vignan Kendra, Suttur, organized a Kshetrotsava (Field Day) focusing on turmeric cultivation. The event took place in Kupparavalli Village, Nanjangud Taluk, where farmers were taken on a field visit to learn about the turmeric variety released by the Indian Institute of Spices Research, which promises higher yield.
During her address to the farmers, Smt. Divya, Senior Scientist and Head of JSS KVK, provided detailed information about the various programs of the KVK and the ongoing Technology Week.
Gangappa Hipparagi, Farm Manager at JSS KVK, shared his expertise on growing turmeric crops. Dr. Vinay G.M., Horticulture Scientist at JSS KVK, elaborated on the characteristics of the ‘Prathiba’ turmeric variety, emphasizing its higher yield potential. He also informed participants about other varieties such as Prabha, Kedaram, Alipi Supreme, and Prathiba, all released by the Indian Institute of Spices Research, which can contribute to increased profits for farmers. Shamraj, a cultivation scientist, shed light on various other programs offered by JSS KVK.
The program witnessed the participation of Rajanna, Veterinarian Dr. Rakshith Raj, and others. Over 40 male and female farmers took advantage of the knowledge shared during the Field Day, aimed at benefiting their turmeric cultivation practices.
Kshetrotsava (Field Day) on the highest yield giving tumeric variety ‘Pratihba,’ released by the Indian Institute of Spices Research was conducted by the ICAR JSS KVK, at Suttur.