A fertilizer application programme sponsored by department of Agriculture and Cooperation and Farmers Welfare, Government of India, was launched by KVK Kohima at KVK conference hall on October 22.
A press release from KVK Kohima senior scientist and head, Dr. V. Akashe Zhimomi stated that, Kenyuseng Tep, president Rengma Hoho and speaker Naga Hoho, who spoke at the launching programme said that the farmers have been growing crops since time immemorial without the knowledge of fertilizer application. However, with changing times the knowledge to enrich the soil condition was required and needed, he added. He further acknowledged the efforts of the KVKs and requested them to highlight about locally available fertilizers to the farmers.
During the technical session, topics on fertilizer application and pig nutrition were delivered by Zhiete ACTO (soil science) and Dr. Temjennungsang ACTO (Vety & AH) respectively.
Short video clips on integrated nutrient management was also shown to the participants, visit to KVK demonstration farm, mechanised technology display were some of the activities conducted. The programme was chaired by Imtisenla ACTO (agronomy) while the vote of thanks was proposed by Longma Yanger ACTO (agri. ext). Farmers from eight neighbouring villages participated in the programme.
KVK Mon: The programme was also launched in Mon by KVK Mon.
A press release from KVK Mon senior scientist and head stated that, resource person Imtinuksung, SMS (soil conservation) delivered the lecture and power point presentation on various topics. Participants were enlightened with video show on integrated nutrient management by Dr. M. S Sachan.
The programme was chaired by Dr. Paihem Michui, ACTO (animal science) and vote of thanks by SMS (soil conservation). Altogether 95 participants from Nganching, Chinglong, Mohung, Langmeang villages, Aboi town, KU and KNSK Aboi unit attended the programme.