Suttur, October 28, 2024: The ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Suttur, in collaboration with the Agriculture Skill Council of India (ASCI), New Delhi, conducted a comprehensive 25-day (210-hour) skill-based gardening training program.
The program was inaugurated by Dr. Chandregowda M.J., Chief Scientist at ATARI II, Bengaluru. The event saw participation from several distinguished guests, including Sri Manjunath Angadi, Deputy Director of the Horticulture Department, Mysuru; Sri Abhishek Gowda from Vruksha Landscaping; and Sri Murthy from Sri Manjunath Hi-Tech Nursery. Dr. Jnanesh B.N., Senior Scientist and Head of JSS KVK, presided over the program.
The training program provided both theoretical and hands-on gardening education to participants, with contributions from over 35 resource persons from various states and districts. Key topics covered included:
- Identification of decorative plants
- Landscaping and garden layout
- Garden development and maintenance
- Potting and repotting techniques
- Bonsai and water management
- Production of high-quality plants in flowers, vegetables, fruits, and other horticultural crops
- Grouting techniques, mother tree selection for coconut and arecanut
- Plant production, soilless agriculture, soil health maintenance and testing
- Natural and organic farming, seed production
- Kitchen garden development and maintenance, vermicompost production, and English gardening
- Communication skills for gardeners
Participants received comprehensive knowledge on all these subjects. Additionally, a one-week yoga camp was organized for the mental and physical well-being of the trainees, led by Sri Prakash, a Yoga Guru from Nanjangud.
At the end of the training program, the Agriculture Skill Council of India (ASCI) conducted an examination for the participants. Dr. Lingamurthy, retired Deputy Director of the Agriculture Department, served as the evaluator for the assessment.
In total, 25 candidates from various districts took part in the program, benefiting from the extensive training provided. Dr. Vinay G.M., Horticulture Subject Expert at JSS KVK, supervised the program, ensuring its successful completion.