Discussions were held on the importance of residue management with environment conservation
Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ropar organised a one-day awareness programme on regional agricultural issues with special emphasis on crop residue management under NAAS, Series Lecture, Ludhiana. The programme, held under the guidance of Dr JS Mahal, Director of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana.
Dr GS Makkar, Deputy Director (Trg.), KVK Ropar apprised that the programme was organised at Government High School, Phool Khurd in which 50 students and school faculty participated.
Dr Makkar elaborated on the success of the crop residue management project of the KVK. He also discussed the importance of residue management with environment conservation. Dr Makkar added that CRM machinery like happy seeder, rotavator, MB Plough are available at KVK and farmers are welcome to use this facility for managing crop residue in their fields.
Dr Ankurdeep Preety, Assistant Professor (Agroforestry) elaborated on the role of trees in the conservation of the environment. She encouraged the participants to develop kitchen gardens for chemical-free vegetables and better nutrition.
