Suttur, March 26, 2025: The ICAR-JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Suttur, in collaboration with Boruka Charities, T. Narasipura, organized a training program on scientific cultivation techniques for the high-yielding Urad Dal variety LBG 791 in Madapura, C.B. Hundi, and Jalahalli villages under the Model Pulses Village Program.
Dr. B.N. Gnanesh, Senior Scientist and Head of ICAR-JSS KVK, explained the objectives of the initiative, while Seed Technology expert Smt. H.V. Divya guided farmers on improved cultivation practices. She highlighted the benefits of the disease-resistant LBG 791 variety, which offers higher yields with lower input costs, and demonstrated proper seed treatment using biofertilizers like Rhizobium, PSB, and Trichoderma at 200 grams per acre. Farmers were advised on soil preparation with Trichoderma-mixed manure (4 tons/acre) or organic manure (2 tons/acre) applied 2–3 weeks before sowing, along with balanced chemical fertilizer application based on soil test results (10:20:10 kg NPK per acre).
Detailed recommendations were provided for urea, SSP, MOP, and DAP combinations, along with weed management using herbicides. The program concluded with the distribution of LBG 791 seeds to participating farmers.
Smt. Mangala, Program Coordinator of Boruka Charities, along with JSS KVK experts Dr. Vinay G.M., Dr. Y.P. Prasad, Dr. Deepak, and field assistants, facilitated the sessions held on March 21–22, 2025, which saw enthusiastic participation from over 275 farmers across the villages.
This initiative aims to enhance pulse productivity, reduce cultivation risks, and improve farm incomes through sustainable agricultural practices.
