ITANAGAR, Oct 28: Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Anjaw successfully organised a two-day training programme on ‘Plant Disease Management and Soil Testing’ at Watong village in Anjaw district on October 26 and 27.
A total of 28 farmers participated in the programme, which aimed at enhancing their knowledge and skills in scientific crop management, plant disease prevention and soil health improvement.
Khoisnam Naveen, Subject Matter Specialist (Agronomy), KVK Anjaw, served as the resource person during the training programme. He highlighted the importance of timely identification and effective management of plant diseases to minimise crop losses and improve agricultural productivity.
The participants were sensitised to common plant diseases, their symptoms, preventive measures and the adoption of integrated disease management practices for sustainable crop production.
During the technical sessions on soil testing, Naveen emphasised the importance of soil health management in achieving better crop growth and productivity. He explained the significance of soil testing for assessing soil fertility, nutrient availability and soil pH, besides highlighting the importance of proper soil sample collection and balanced application of fertilisers based on soil test recommendations.
The farmers were also encouraged to adopt scientific cultivation practices, judicious use of fertilisers and appropriate plant protection measures to reduce cultivation costs, maintain soil fertility and enhance crop productivity.
The training programme provided an opportunity for farmers to improve their understanding of plant disease management and soil health, while strengthening the dissemination of scientific agricultural technologies at the grassroots level.
This was organised as part of KVK Anjaw’s ongoing efforts to promote sustainable agricultural practices, strengthen farmers’ capacity and improve agricultural productivity and livelihoods in Anjaw district.