
आईसीएआर–सीसीएआरआई, गोवा द्वारा तिसवाड़ी, गोवा के करमली गाँव में ‘खेत बचाओ अभियान’ का शुभारंभ
ICAR-CCARI, Goa, Launches 'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' at Karmali
Village, Tiswadi, Goa
In alignment with the
nationwide campaign ‘Khet Bachao Abhiyan’, ICAR-Central Coastal
Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-CCARI), Old Goa, today
launched its campaign activities at Karmali village in Tiswadi
taluka. The launch event focused on promoting natural farming
and balanced nutrient management, soil health restoration,
climate-resilient practices, and crop diversification for the
upcoming Rabi season.
Dr. Parveen Kumar, Director, ICAR-CCARI, Goa, highlighted the
crucial importance of maintaining soil health and adopting crop
diversification. He encouraged the farming community to actively
take up the cultivation of vegetables and pulses during the Rabi
season to maximize farm income and ensure ecological
sustainability. Dr. Shripad Bhat, Senior Scientist (Agricultural
Economics), stressed how leguminous crops improve soil fertility
through natural nitrogen fixation and pointed out the favourable
market conditions and higher prices realization for cowpea
farmers. Dr. Paramesha V., Senior Scientist (Agronomy),
emphasized the integration of diverse farm enterprises under
Integrated Farming Systems (IFS). He explained how IFS models
enhance farm profitability, ensure year-round nutritional
security, and optimize resource recycling. He also explained the
importance of integrated nutrient management in maintaining soil
fertility. Mr. Rahul Kulkarni, Assistant Chief Technical Officer
(Agronomy), briefed the farmers on natural farming, low-cost
bio-inputs, and sustainable soil rejuvenation techniques. Mr.
Omar de Souza, Technical Officer, underlined the economic
significance of integrating high-value horticultural crops and
seasonal vegetables into existing cropping patterns.
During this launch event, drums were distributed to farmers
for the preparation of Jeevamrut, a natural farming input used
to support soil health and microbial activity. Further, seasonal
vegetable seeds, neem oil, Trichoderma, and sickles were
provided to the farmers to encourage seasonal vegetable
cultivation, promote sustainable crop protection practices, and
support agricultural activities during the Rabi season. The
event was attended by a total of 55 (17 male and 38 female)
farmers.
The launch event was coordinated by the team of scientific and
technical officers, including Dr. Shripad Bhat, Dr. Paramesha
V., Mr. Rahul Kulkarni, and Mr. Omar de Souza with technical
assistance from Ms. Pranjali Wadekar, Assistant Chief Technical
Officer (Computer), and Ms. Anuja Shinde, Young Professional-I (YP-I).
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