Suttur, Dec. 15, 2020: The ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Rice Research, Hyderabad, and the Agriculture Department, ATMA, T. Narasipura, organized a ‘Paddy Direct Sowing from Drum Seeder and Integrated Crop Management’ field day. The event took place at Danaykanapura Village in T. Narasipura Taluk, aimed at promoting advanced farming techniques among local farmers.
Distinguished guests present at the program included Sri Satish S., In-charge Head of JSS KVK, Sri Shamraj, Agricultural Scientist, Dr. Somashekar, Deputy Director of the Agriculture Department, Smt. Kumuda, Director of ATMA Sub Project, Smt. Kavya, Agricultural Officer, and Sri Shivanna, ATM Project of the Agriculture Department.
During the event, Sri Satish S., In-charge Head of JSS KVK, shared valuable insights into seed treatment methods for paddy, emphasizing the benefits of integrated disease and pest management. He provided comprehensive guidance on cultivation techniques, including mechanical, biological, and chemical procedures, highlighting how proper airflow, light exposure, and the use of drum seeder for direct sowing can significantly reduce disease and pest issues. Sri Satish S. also shed light on cost-saving measures related to spraying expenses.
Agricultural Scientist Sri Shamraj elaborated on field preparation, direct sowing using a drum seeder, sowing methods, water management, nutrition management, and overall crop management. He emphasized that the direct sowing method can reduce production costs by 40% while increasing income by 60% due to higher yields.
Dr. Somashekar, Deputy Director of the Agriculture Department, provided farmers with detailed information about the various facilities available through the department. He encouraged farmers to adopt the drum seeder direct sowing procedure, emphasizing the cost-saving potential and increased income it offers.
Sri Shivanna, representing the ATMA program of the Agriculture Department, extended a warm welcome to all attendees, while Smt. Kavya delivered a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all participants. The program witnessed the active participation of Agriculture Department officers and 65 farmers.
The Paddy Field Day served as a platform for farmers to gain knowledge and understanding of advanced farming techniques, particularly the benefits of direct sowing through a drum seeder and integrated crop management. JSS KVK remains committed to empowering farmers with innovative agricultural practices for enhanced productivity and profitability.
