Extension functionaries training

Extension functionaries training

Date: July 17, 2026
Time: 10:30 am
Location: ADA office, Periyakulam

Event Details: 

1. A training programme was organised for extension functionaries including Agricultural Officers (AOs) and Assistant Agricultural Officers (AAOs) strengthen their technical knowledge and enhance their capacity to disseminate climate resilient agricultural technologies among farmers.

2. The training programme focused on the scientific use of crop boosters, recent agricultural technologies, drought management strategies and the impact of El Nino on crop production.

3. The programme aimed to strengthen the capacity of field-level officials for effective dissemination of recommended technologies among farmers during the Kharif season.

4. We have explained about drought management covered moisture conservation techniques, mulching, rainwater harvesting, farm ponds, conservation furrows, use of drought tolerant crop varieties, contingency crop planning and efficient irrigation methods.