Women’s Day in Agriculture Celebrated with a Workshop on Women’s Role in Agriculture, Afforestation, and Animal Husbandry

Suttur, December 4, 2019: 

ICAR JSS Krishi Vignan Kendra, Suttur, organized a one-day workshop on “The role of women in Agriculture, Afforestation, and Animal Husbandry” as part of the Women’s Day in Agriculture initiative. The workshop aimed to highlight the importance of women in agricultural activities, explore their roles beyond the kitchen, and address issues related to respect, dignity, and rights in the agricultural sector.

The workshop, held at Sooralli Village in Naviluru Gram Panchayat, Nanjagud Taluk, was organized in collaboration with ITC and Myrada Kaveri Regional Institute. Sri R.N. Nanjudaswamy, Agricultural Officer from Mycaps, delivered the introductory speech.

Dr. Arun Balamatti, Head of JSS KVK, inaugurated the workshop and emphasized the significant contribution of women in various agricultural activities. He highlighted that women’s participation in agriculture reaches up to 90% in several countries, including our own. However, he expressed concern over the lack of respect and recognition they receive. He pointed out disparities in wages between men and women and the absence of women’s names in any RTC (Record of Rights, Tenancy, and Crops). Dr. Balamatti urged society and the government to address these issues seriously, engage in thorough discussions, and take suitable action.

Smt. Divya, Scientist from JSS KVK, spoke about the importance of kitchen gardens and encouraged farmers to cultivate chemical-free vegetables in their backyards. She shared the success stories of progressive women farmers, such as Smt. Indiramma from K.R. Nagar and Shivamma from Shivamogga, who have excelled in vermicompost production. Smt. Divya urged the women farmers of Soorahalli village to consider these women as role models and strive for success in their own lives. Smt. Netravathi Yettinamani, Home Scientist, discussed the value enhancement of food and demonstrated KVK demonstration units. Dr. M.C. Satish, Veterinarian at JSS KVK, explained the production of vermicompost, the importance of pure milk, and the measures to be taken for profitable dairy farming.

Sri Rajappa from Mycaps, the program coordinator, expressed his belief that Self Help Groups have performed well in financial matters. He suggested that by joining hands in agriculture, women could achieve even greater progress.

As part of the workshop, various competitions were conducted for the participating women, including the identification of medicinal plants, forest plants, lemon in a spoon, and a musical chair. Women from Soorahalli village enthusiastically participated in these competitions and won prizes.

The program was presided over by Sri Nanjudaswamy, President of the Gram Panchayat. The event began with an invocation by the women participants, and Sri Nagaraj from Mycaps delivered the vote of thanks. Sri A. Anand, Sri Nagannanayaka, Smt. Mahadevamma, Muddamma, Geetha, and other esteemed individuals were also present. Around 150-200 women from Soorahalli village actively participated in the workshop.

Identifying medicinal and forest plants competition

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