ICAR Manipur Centre holds awareness programme under Khet Bachao Abhiyan
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, October 23 2026: As part of the nationwide Khet Bachao Abhiyan (KBA) launched by the Government of India from October 22 to November 30, 2026, ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Manipur Centre, Lamphelpat, conducted an awareness programme on Friday at Mongsangei Manang Leikai, Imphal West.

The campaign aims at promoting balanced and judicious use of fertilizers, improving soil health, encouraging water conservation and harvesting, strengthening sustainable nutrient management and accelerating adoption of natural farming.

During the programme, Dr N Anando Singh, Senior Scientist (Agronomy), delivered a technical lecture on natural farming, highlighting soil health management, use of natural farming inputs and sustainable crop production practices.

Dr Chongtham Tania, Senior Scientist (Poultry Science), spoke on scientific poultry management, emphasising proper poultry husbandry and its potential to diversify farm-based livelihoods and supplement farmers' income.

The campaign also focuses on soil-test-based nutrient management, balanced fertilizer application, integrated nutrient management (INM), integrated pest management (IPM), crop residue management, utilisation of Soil Health Cards, climate-resilient agriculture and crop diversification through pulses, oilseeds and horticultural crops.

Other priority areas include efficient utilisation of rice fallow areas, use of organic and biological inputs, and conservation of soil and water resources.

A total of 35 participants attended the programme.

In a release, the ICAR Centre said it plans to undertake further awareness programmes, farmer training sessions and field demonstrations till November 30.The activities will focus on soil-test-based nutrient management, balanced fertilizer use, natural farming, integrated nutrient and pest management, crop residue management, water conservation and harvesting, climate-resilient agriculture and crop diversification.

Through these outreach activities, the Centre aims to enhance farmers' awareness, encourage adoption of sustainable practices, promote efficient use of natural resources and contribute to sustainable agricultural development in the North-Eastern Hill Region.

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