आईसीएआर–केवीके, सीसीएआरआई, पुराना गोवा द्वारा सतत कृषि हेतु वर्मी कम्पोस्टिंग का जीवंत प्रदर्शन
Vermicomposting for Sustainable Agriculture: Live Method Demonstration by ICAR–KVK, CCARI,Old Goa
ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, North Goa, under ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute (CCARI), Goa, organized an Agricultural Method Demonstration on Vermicompost Production and Its Application at Guirim, Bardez, North Goa, on 29 July 2026. The programme aimed to promote scientific vermicomposting as a sustainable nutrient management technology for improving soil health, recycling organic waste, and reducing dependence on chemical fertilizers.
Mr. Rahul Kumar conducted a practical agricultural method demonstration on vermicompost production and its application. The participants were practically shown the step-by-step process of vermicompost preparation, including the selection and preparation of suitable organic materials, proper moisture management, earthworm activity, decomposition, and harvesting of quality vermicompost. The participants were also sensitized to the importance and advantages of vermicompost as an eco-friendly organic manure. The demonstration highlighted its role in improving soil health and structure, increasing organic matter, enhancing nutrient availability, promoting beneficial soil microorganisms, and reducing dependence on chemical fertilizers. Suitable methods of vermicompost application in different crops were also explained. The programme provided farmers and students with practical knowledge of scientific vermicompost production and its application in sustainable agriculture. The demonstration also encouraged the recycling of farm and household organic waste into valuable organic manure, contributing to soil health improvement, sustainable nutrient management, and environmentally friendly agricultural practices.
A total of 24 participants, including 14 farmers (11 men and 3 women) and 10 students (4 boys and 6 girls) from St. Anthony High School, Monte de Guirim, actively participated in the demonstration.The programme was coordinated by Mr. Rahul Kumar, SMS (Agronomy), and Dr. N. Bommayasamy, Senior Scientist and Head, ICAR–KVK, North Goa.