Events

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1. Field visit was made to Chilli and Brinjal crop at Kandamanur village of Kadamalaikundu Block.
2. The following problem was identified during the visit. Chilli - micronutrient deficiency, Brinjal - Fruit borer.
3. We have recommended a foliar application of 19:19:19 + Mn @ 1 % at 60 days after planting. Boric acid @ 0.3% at flowering and 10 days later for chilli. Spraying of Azadirachtin 1.0% EC (10000 ppm) - 3.0 ml/lit for Brinjal fruit borer incidence.

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1. Lecture delivered on "Soil health - Introduction and sustainable soil health management practices" to the farmers.
2. we have explained about the importance of soil testing and demonstrated soil sample collection methods to the farmers.
3. Also, we have explained about the ICM in Redgram under rainfed conditions to the farmers.

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 Conducted group meeting with Ex-trainees
 Identified their need and problems and provided advisories based on their individual needs: Innovative ideas, licensing, branding and e-NAM registration. Formation of FIGs for group approach

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             Visited Banana Value Addition unit which was developed under Impactful Interventions (2023-24)

              Developing Banana Powder (sakkai variety), banana instant mix, multi nutrient mixes and dehydrated products and Banana handicrafts.

              Advisories given on proper packaging, ZED certification, PMEGP scheme for extending the banana handicrafts unit, marketing strategies and e-NAM registration

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1. Mr.P.Maheswaran, Programme Coordinator (i/c) welcomed the gathering and briefed KVK Mandated Activities.

2. Presidential address was givenby Dr.P.Sivaram, Deputy Director, CENDECT explained the various activities carried out by KVK during past years.

3.Mr.Y.Alagumuthu, President, Kamatchipuram Panchayat has delivered the special address and also shared the success stories of KVK.

4. Handled the technical sessions on
* Organic pest and disease management practices.
*ICT Tools for Crop Production and marketting.
*ITK Practices for Natural Farming

5.Recorded Video on My Journey with KVK Progressive farmer

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Diagnostic visit to Guava and Coconut field.
-Leaf spot and Anthracnose diseases was identified in Guava fruits.Coconut redpalm weevil affected in coconut palms. Suitable recommendations were given to the farmers.
-In lab lab field, YMV and pod borer incidence was identified and control measures given to the farmer.

Event Details:   

1. Mr.P.Maheswaran, Programme Coordinator (i/c) welcomed the gathering and briefed KVK Mandated Activities.
2. Presidential address was givenby Dr.P.Sivaram, Deputy Director, CENDECT explained the various activities carried out by KVK during past years.
3. Handled the technical sessions on
* Nano DAP and Urea application.
*Improved Horticultural technologies
*Establishment of Nutri Garden for Food and Nutrition security
4. As Part of FLD (No.21 & Page No.62 in action plan 2024-25 ) Nutri Garden Kit were distributed to the FLD beneficiaries.
5.Method demonstration on Drone.
6.Recorded Video on My Journey with KVK for 3 progressive farmers and entrepreneurs

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1. Field diagnostic visit made chia seeds cultivation, root rot disease was identified and suitable recommendations were given to the farmers.
2. Discuss about organic cultivation methods.
3. Explained about nutrient management practices to the farmers.

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Visit to FLD Maize field. Installation of pheromone trap and explain about their uses. Explained about important  pest in maize crop.  Observed pest incidence from demo plot. Identified the maize fall army worm incidence and  suitable recommendations were given to the farmers. Explained about nutrient management practices to the farmers.

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1. Conducted meeting with Ex-trainee for identifying their needs and problems.
2. Advisories given on recent trends in value addition and innovative product development based on the need of the Ex-trainees.
3. Explained state and central schemes for new startups