KVK Dimapur conducts awareness on vermicomposting

DIMAPUR — As part of the ongoing intensive campaign on balanced use of fertilisers, an initiative of the Government of India, ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Dimapur, conducted an awareness and promotion programme on vermicomposting in Piphema ‘A’ village on Wednesday under the thematic area of promoting alternative and sustainable agriculture.

In a statement, KVK Dimapur stated that a total of 52 farmers including 27 male and 25 female participated in the programme. The training was conducted by Dr. Moanaro, programme assistant, and Marneni Divya Sree, SMS (Agricultural Extension), who provided practical insights on the preparation and benefits of vermicomposting.

During the programme, the experts have highlighted the importance of vermicomposting as an eco-friendly, cost-effective method for improving soil health. It added that farmers were educated on the preparation, maintenance and benefits of vermicompost including its role in enhancing soil fertility, improving crop yield and promoting long-term sustainability.

It further stated that the farmers have expressed interest in adopting vermicomposting techniques for better crop productivity and soil health. It added that vegetable seed were distributed to the participants.

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