Method Demonstration
Event Details:
Conducted a Method Demonstration on dehydration of locally available fruits, vegetables and plantation crops using a Hybrid Dehydrator at Sokkanalai Village, Agamalai Gram Panchayat, Bodinayakkanur Block.
• Demonstrated the dehydration process for value addition and shelf-life enhancement of agricultural produce. Technical guidance was provided on dehydration techniques, processing methods, hygienic handling practices, packaging and storage methods to maintain product quality and reduce post-harvest losses.
Awareness Programme
Event Details:
Conducted an awareness programme on Nutrition Education, Hygiene and Sanitation for School children at the Tribal Welfare Government Residential Primary School at Kannakkarai, Agamalai Gram Panchayat, Bodinayakkanur Block.
• Created an awareness on the importance of consumption of nutritious and balanced foods for maintaining good health and preventing malnutrition.
• Explained the WHO-recommended handwashing technique, personal hygiene and sanitation practices and the importance of establishing Nutri gardens at household and school levels to improve nutritional security.
Diagnostic visit to goat farm
Event Details:
1. examined the health status of a pregnant goat,Assessed pregnancy condition, body condition score, appetite, and vital parameters.
2. Advised the farmer on balanced feeding, mineral mixture supplementation, deworming, and vaccination.
3. Provided recommendations on housing management and preparation for kidding
PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Utsav live telecast cum Khet Bachao Abhiyan awareness programme
Event Details:
1. Organised PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Utsav live telecast cum awareness programme on Khet Bachao Abhiyan at KVK Premises.
2. We have facilitated farmers to watch the live telecast of the PM-KISAN 23rd instalment release programme.
3. Created awareness among farmers about the benefits and procedures related to the PM-KISAN scheme.
4. Created awareness about government initiatives, sustainable agriculture practices and soil health management
5. Created awareness among farmers about the importance of green manuring in improving soil fertility, reducing chemical fertilizer usage and enhancing sustainable agricultural production.
Lecture delivered
Event Details:
1. Lecture delivered on organic farming at seminar hall, KVK.
2. Explained about organic manures, green manuring practices, composting methods, importance and role of biofertilizers to the farmers.
3. Briefed about organic methods pest and disease control measures to the farmers.
Scientist Visit
Event Details:
Scientist visit was made to the Coconut Husk Chips Processing Unit established with financial assistance under the New Entrepreneur-cum-Enterprise Development Scheme (NEEDS).
• Technical and handholding guidance was provided on branding, product positioning and quality certification procedures for coir-based products to improve marketability.
Campaign on Khet Bachao Abhiyan
Event Details:
1. Organised awareness programme on Khet Bachao Abhiyan collaboration with Department of Agriculture and ATMA at Veppampatti, Okkaraipatti and Pallapatti villages.
2. Explained about importance of soil testing and method of soil sample collection to the farmers.
3. Created awareness among farmers about the importance of green manuring in improving soil fertility, reducing chemical fertilizer usage and enhancing sustainable agricultural production.
Extension Activity – Lecture Delivered
Event Details:
As part of Nutri Smart Village Activity, delivered a lecture on nutri garden and microgreens cultivation techniques, consumption pattern of vegetables, fruits and green leafy vegetables and nutritive value.
• Distribution of nutri garden seeds to promote Nutri Garden for improving the nutrition security.
Scientist Visit to Entrepreneur Unit
Event Details:
Scientist visit was made to provide technical guidance and handholding support to Pudhumai Enterprises, a KVK-promoted women entrepreneur unit receiving financial assistance under the PM Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises Scheme (PMFME) at Cumbum.
• Technical guidance was provided on malting techniques, reduction of antinutritional factors, development of fiber-rich instant mixes and scientific drying methods for value-added food products.
• Handholding support for obtaining MSME - Zero Defect Zero Effect Certification (ZED) Certification, Trademark Registration and packaging materials to strengthen enterprise development and market competitiveness.
Campaign on Khet Bachao Abhiyan
Event Details:
1. Organised awareness programme on Khet Bachao Abhiyan collaboration with Department of Agriculture and ATMA at Melmangalam, Jangalpatti and Veppampatti villages.
2. Explained about importance of soil testing and method of soil sample collection to the farmers.
3. Created awareness among farmers about the importance of green manuring in improving soil fertility, reducing chemical fertilizer usage and enhancing sustainable agricultural production.
4. Created awareness on importance of natural farming and reducing the indiscriminate use of pesticides and chemicals in farming activities.
