Bareilly: The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bareilly, organised a PM-Kisan Utsav Diwas programme to mark the release of the 24th instalment of the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi. The event featured a live telecast of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s programme from Banaskantha, Gujarat.
The programme was conducted under the guidance of Dr Rupsi Tiwari, Joint Director of Extension Education. Farmers attending the event were given information on soil health, soil conservation, water conservation and agricultural diversification under the “Khet Bachao Abhiyan”.
Welcoming the participants, KVK head Dr Arvind Singh Tetarwal explained fertiliser and nutrient management in crops. He also advised farmers to adopt crop protection measures and diversify their agricultural activities to improve income.
Bareilly Deputy Director of Agriculture Om Prakash Mishra briefed farmers on various government schemes and described the Prime Minister’s address as useful for the farming community. He urged farmers to register with the Agriculture Department to avail themselves of the agricultural inputs and other benefits provided under these schemes.
KVK subject matter expert Dr Ranjit Singh spoke about soil health and water conservation. Dr Shardul Vikram Lal highlighted the importance of timely veterinary treatment and vaccination for maintaining livestock health.
Scientists from the Extension Education Department, Dr Madan Singh, Dr Shruti and Dr Reddy, were also present.
On the occasion, 10 farmers were honoured for their outstanding contributions. A total of 121 farmers, including 13 women, participated in the programme.
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