ICAR-CRIDA, Hyderabad Organizes Intensive awareness campaign on Balanced Fertilization use and Soil Health Management at Chityala Mandal in Nalgonda district of Telangana

16 June 2026, Hyderabad

ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hyderabad organizing Save the Field Campaign 2026 (खेत_बचाओ_अभियान) in response to the call from the Government of India and ICAR, to promote balanced fertilizer use, soil health conservation, among farmers.

Under this programme ICAR-CRIDA, Hyderabad organized an awareness campaign on Balanced Fertilization use and Soil Health Management today in Urimadla village of Chityala Mandal in Nalgonda district of Telangana.

During the programme, the principles of balanced nutrient management were discussed, highlighting the importance of maintaining soil health for sustainable agricultural production. It was emphasized that the continuous and excessive use of chemical fertilizers can lead to soil degradation, nutrient imbalance, and declining productivity over time.

The importance of integrating biofertilizers, compost, natural farming practices, and other organic manures was also highlighted as a means to improve soil fertility and enhance crop performance. In addition, the significance of green manuring, soil testing, and the split application of nitrogen fertilizers for improving nutrient-use efficiency and crop productivity was explained. The role of micronutrients such as zinc and boron in sustaining crop growth and increasing yields was also emphasized.

The scientists interacted with the farmers to understand the existing cropping patterns and farming practices in the village. Based on the discussions, farmers were advised to adopt crop diversification and integrated nutrient management practices to improve farm productivity, soil health, and resilience under dryland conditions.

The programme created awareness among farmers about sustainable soil health management and the need for balanced fertilizer use for achieving long-term agricultural sustainability.

Total   25 Farmers participated in the programme.

(Source: ICAR- Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hyderabad)