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A two days training program on “Natural farming” was organized at ICAR- Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Gonikoppal, Kodagu during 14 -15 November, 2022. Dr. Vijay Angadi, Programme officer, Kisanvani, AIR, Madikeri, inaugurated and highlighted the importance of natural resources (sun light, air, water), crop planning, importance of local fruits & vegetables in human diet, preservation of local seeds, native trees and soil and water conservation techniques in agriculture. Mr. K.A. Devaiah, Subject Matter specialist (Horticulture) spoke on different avenues to be strengthened in the practicing coffee based mixed farming system for increasing the crop diversity and enhancement of farm income. Mr. Prabhakar, B. Subject Matter specialist (Horticulture) presented the principals & practices of natural farming practices and integration of crop and livestock components for main income, mulching techniques for improvement of soil health and reduce competition from weeds to the main crops. The onsite preparation of Beejamrutha, Jeevamrutha and Ghana jeevamrutha and its applications methods as nutrient supplements in natural farming was demonstrated. Shri. Sathish, C.P. natural farming practitioner, Chowdlu village, Somwarpet shared his experience of natural farming in coffee cultivation. A field visit to Shri. Boppanda Ravi natural farming plot of coffee, paddy, arecanut at Nangala village of Virajpet taluk was also arranged. A total of 40 farmers and farm women participated and got benefited, which was coordinated by Mr. Prabhakar, B.
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