DIMAPUR: ICAR–Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Dimapur, in collaboration with Bharatiya Janata Kisan Morcha (BJKM), Dimapur, Chümoukedima and Niuland Unit, organised an awareness programme on the ongoing “Khet Bachao Campaign” at KVK Dimapur Conference Hall on June 18.
Gracing the programme as special invitee, BJKM president Ketholezo Makritsu appreciated KVK Dimapur for its efforts in creating awareness among farmers and promoting eco friendly agricultural practices.
Dr. Bendangla Imsong, SMS/Chief Technical Officer (Plant Breeding), delivered a technical session on balanced and judicious use of fertilizers to maintain soil fertility and enhance crop productivity. A practical demonstration on the preparation of Jeevamrut, Ghan Jeevamrut and Beejamrut was conducted by SMS/Assistant CTO, E. Lireni Kikon, encouraging farmers to adopt low cost organic inputs for sustainable farming.
The programme witnessed participation from farmers of Green Hills Farmer Producer Company (FPC) representing nearly nine villages under Chümoukedima district. Earlier, Dr. Phool Kumari, Senior Scientist cum Head, KVK Dimapur, welcomed the participants and highlighted the objectives of the campaign. The programme was chaired and concluded with a vote of thanks by SMS (Agricultural Extension), Dr. Marneni Divya Sree. Agricultural inputs including row markers, rabbit feed and Assam lemon saplings were distributed to farmers.
Meanwhile, KVK Zunheboto, Nagaland University, has been conducting the campaign across villages in the district. In a press release, Principal Scientist and Head, Dr. Rakesh Kumar Chaurasia, stated that the campaign focuses on soil health management, integrated nutrient management, water conservation, and organic and natural farming practices. He emphasized reducing indiscriminate use of chemical fertilizers and promoting sustainable farming systems.
Chaurasia, speaking at a sarpanch sammelan, described the campaign as a collective call to action for farmers, village institutions and youth to safeguard agriculture and ensure long term food security. So far, KVK Zunheboto has covered 16 villages through awareness meetings, field demonstrations, sapling distribution and supply of bio fertilizers and bio pesticides, reaching more than 1,800 farmers.
The nationwide Khet Bachao Abhiyan (Save the Farm Campaign), launched by the Government of India from June 1 to 30 under the theme “Healthy Soil–Healthy Crop–Prosperous Farmer”, is being implemented across all districts through ICAR institutes, KVKs, agricultural universities, state agriculture departments and other stakeholders.
