ITANAGAR, Oct 22: Joining the nationwide launch of Khet Bachao Abhiyan for Rabi 2026 emphasizing soil health, balanced fertilizer use, and protecting beneficial insects, Arunachal Pradesh commenced the campaign across the State focusing on promoting scientific farming practices.
LONGDING: ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Longding launched the Khet Bachao Abhiyan under the Rabi Campaign 2026 at Chopsa village in Longding district today.
The campaign, organized in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture (GoAP) which will run up to November 30, aims to strengthen the link between agricultural research and farmers’ fields by providing technical guidance and promoting improved farming practices at the grassroots level.
A total of 43 farmers participated in the programme and actively interacted with the scientists to gain knowledge about improved agricultural practices for the Rabi season. As part of the initiative, Pusa vegetable seeds were also distributed among the farmers to encourage vegetable cultivation, promote crop diversification, and improve household nutrition and farm income.
During the programme, Kirankumar Singh, Chief Technical Officer (CTO), Agronomy, delivered a lecture on scientific crop production practices, soil health management, balanced fertilizer application, weed management, and the importance of adopting improved agronomic practices to enhance crop productivity.
Dr Tilling Tayo, Assistant Chief Technical Officer (ACTO), Animal Science, delivered a lecture on scientific livestock management, animal health care, feeding practices, and the importance of integrating livestock with crop farming to improve farmers’ livelihoods.
The programme focused on creating awareness among farmers about sustainable agricultural practices, protecting crop health, improving farm productivity, and enhancing farmers’ income through the adoption of scientific technologies.
ANJAW: Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Anjaw, in collaboration with the State Agriculture Department, launched the Khet Bachhao Abhiyan at Khupa in Anjaw district today, with the participation of 15 farmers.
Aimed at creating awareness among farmers about seasonal vegetable cultivation, nutritional kitchen gardening, balanced fertiliser use, soil testing, natural farming and sustainable agricultural practices, the programme was attended by Somatey Nilang, vice president Kisan Morcha, who motivated the farmers to actively participate in training programmes organised by KVK and avail themselves of the benefits of various agricultural extension activities and technical guidance provided by the KVK.
Pooja Singnale, Subject Matter Specialist (Home Science), highlighted the importance of nutritional kitchen gardening for ensuring household nutritional security. She also explained nursery development techniques and compost preparation from household and organic waste, emphasizing the importance of effective waste management and recycling of organic materials.
Ugarsain Sangwan, Subject Matter Specialist (Land and Water Management Engineering), explained the importance of cultivating seasonal vegetables and adopting suitable agricultural practices during the current season. He emphasized the importance of soil testing before fertilizer application to determine soil nutrient status and ensure its judicious use.
He also highlighted the need for balanced fertilizer application to maintain soil fertility, reduce cultivation costs and minimize the potential adverse effects of excessive and indiscriminate fertilizer use on human health and the environment.
Furthermore, he encouraged farmers to adopt natural farming practices to improve soil health, reduce dependence on chemical inputs and promote environmentally sustainable agriculture.
Farmers were sensitized on the importance of integrating soil testing, balanced nutrient management and natural farming practices for improving agricultural productivity and ensuring long-term soil health.
As part of the programme, seasonal vegetable seeds were distributed among the participating farmers to encourage nutritional kitchen gardening and promote the cultivation of fresh, healthy vegetables at the household level.
The programme concluded with an emphasis on promoting scientific farming practices, including soil testing, balanced fertilizer use, natural farming and nutritional kitchen gardening. Farmers were also encouraged to participate regularly in KVK training programmes to enhance their agricultural knowledge and adopt improved and sustainable farming techniques.