Scientists farmers interface meeting and input distribution programme at Kendujhar, Odisha under TSP on September 30, 2026
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The ICAR-IIHR, Central Horticultural Experiment Station (CHES), Bhubaneswar, in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Kendujhar, organized a ‘Scientists–Farmers Interface Meeting and Input Distribution Programme’ at Jharbeda village, Ghatagaon block, Kendujhar district, Odisha, on 30th September 2026 under the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP). The programme aimed to strengthen the linkage between scientists and tribal farmers, promote scientific horticultural practices, and facilitate access to improved horticultural technologies and inputs. A total of 100 women participants attended the programme. As part of the programme, AMC powder, Arka Vegetable Special, vegetable seed kits, Arka Neelachal Pushti (Dolichos bean) seed, Arka Neelachal Veera (Brinjal) seed, and grafted mango plants of Sindhu and Kesar varieties were distributed among the participating farmers. The programme was coordinated by Dr. Shantanu Rakshit, Scientist (Agricultural Extension), ICAR-IIHR-CHES, Bhubaneswar, and Mr. Manoj Kr. Pattnaik, Technical Officer, CHES, Bhubaneswar.
During the programme, Dr. Shantanu Rakshit, Scientist (Agricultural Extension), ICAR-IIHR–CHES, Bhubaneswar, explained the objectives and significance of the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) in promoting scientific horticulture and improving livelihood opportunities among tribal farmers. He highlighted the role of CHES, Bhubaneswar in providing technical support, improved horticultural technologies, quality planting materials, demonstrations, and capacity-building opportunities. He also explained the appropriate use of the horticultural inputs distributed during the programme in details.
Dr. Sukanta Kumar Sahoo, Senior Scientist & Head, KVK, Kendujhar, highlighted the role of horticulture in improving the livelihoods of tribal farmers and discussed opportunities for enhancing farm productivity and income through scientific horticultural practices, crop diversification, and improved technologies. Dr. Sucharita Pradhan, Subject Matter Specialist (Agricultural Engineering), KVK, Kendujhar, discussed the scope of mechanisation in local horticulture and explained the benefits of using appropriate farm machinery and tools to reduce drudgery and improve operational efficiency. Dr. Amrita Mohapatra, Farm Manager, KVK, Kendujhar, provided practical guidance on kitchen garden establishment and marigold cultivation. Mr. Manoj Kumar Pattnaik, Technical Officer, CHES, delivered practical demonstrations on the use of Arka Microbial Consortium (AMC) powder and Arka Vegetable Special. He also shared practical information on the cultivation and management of crops included in the vegetable seed kits, along with Arka Neelachal Pushti (Dolichos bean) and Arka Neelachal Veera (Brinjal), covering important aspects of sowing, crop establishment, nutrient management, and crop protection. Ms. Sabitri Nayak, HO, Ghatagaon, briefed the farmers about ongoing schemes of Government of Odisha related to horticultural development. An interactive session was organised with the farmers to discuss their field-level problems and offer need based technical guidance.
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