Suttur, August 5, 2025: The ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra, in association with the Department of Agriculture, organized a workshop on “Paddy Production Technologies for Monsoon Crop” and facilitated the live telecast of the 20th instalment of the Prime Minister’s Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme.
Inaugurating the workshop, Shri Ravi, Assistant Director, Agriculture Department, emphasized the importance of acquiring scientific knowledge in farming. “Farmers often approach our offices only to avail subsidies on sowing seeds, but rarely seek information on crop technologies,” he said. “Yield loss is often due to unscientific usage of chemical fertilizers. I urge farmers to consult experts from ICAR JSS KVK and officers from the Agriculture Department to avoid such losses,” he added.
He further informed that the Department provides not just subsidized sowing seeds, but also biofertilizers and agricultural implements on rental basis at reduced rates. Farmers were encouraged to make full use of these facilities.
Progressive farmer Shri Gopal delivered an insightful talk on black paddy varieties with medicinal value, specifically Kaljeera and Chakhao. He also highlighted the health benefits and growing market opportunities for black rice.
Subject matter experts from JSS KVK — Shri Shamraj, Smt. H.V. Divya, and Dr. Y.P. Prasad — presented detailed information on:
- Mechanization in paddy cultivation
- Seedling production techniques
- Balanced usage of chemical fertilizers and barnyard manure
- Improved paddy varieties and seed production
- Seed treatment methods
- Common pests, diseases, and control measures
In his address, Dr. Puneeth from Ayurveda College, Mysuru, spoke on the health impacts of excessive chemical fertilizer use. He strongly advocated for a shift toward organic farming and explained how many health issues can be managed using traditional household remedies.
Presiding over the program, Dr. B.N. Gnanesh, Head of ICAR JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra, encouraged farmers to explore and adopt new paddy varieties available in the market. He emphasized growing crops with Geographical Indication (GI) tags, which can significantly increase profitability. He also briefed the audience about the benefits extended under the 20th instalment of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi and various government schemes introduced for the welfare and advancement of farmers.
Shri Prabhuswamy, President of Bharatiya Kisan Sangha (Nanjangud unit), also graced the occasion.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from agriculture department officials, JSS KVK staff members, and a large number of men and women farmers.
