24 April 2026, Jabalpur
A farmer awareness campaign on balanced use of fertilizers was organized by the ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur, today under the ICAR-International Rice Research Institute Collaborative Project.
The importance of effective weed management for improving fertilizer use efficiency was emphasized, with a focus on nutrient losses caused by weeds. The discussion also highlighted crop diversification with legumes and green manuring, along with need-based fertilizer application, proper urea use, direct-seeded rice, and residue management.
In addition, the role of disease management in enhancing crop productivity and nutrient use efficiency was also discussed.
Farmers were sensitized on the use of biofertilizers and organic manures. A training on correct selection of herbicides, proper dose, time and method of application, and precautions to avoid crop injury and environmental hazards was explained with the distribution of herbicide (Propaquizafop + Imazethapyr) to the farmers including Mahila Kisans to promote weed management in greengram.
Shri Santosh Varkade, MLA, विधानसभा सिहोरा-कुंडम 102, interacted with the farmers and appreciated the efforts made by the Directorate in sensitizing them about various agricultural programmes. He commended the initiative for effectively reaching the farming community and also lauded the enthusiastic and active participation of farmers in the awareness campaign. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by the lead farmer.
A total of 35 farmers, including 16 Mahila Kisans, participated in the programme.
(Source: ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur)
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