Importance of sustainable agricultural practices stressed
Source: The Sangai Express

Senapati, October 26 2026: Khet Bachao Abhiyan (Rabi) 2026 (the farmland campaign for healthy soil, prosperous farmers) was held today at Naamai Zho multipurpose hall in Senapati district.

Thaithuilung Pamei, Commissioner of Agriculture and Horticulture, Govt of Manipur graced as the chief guest of the programme which was organised by the Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA), Senapati, in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Senapati, and the District Office of Horticulture and Soil Conservation, Senapati.

The campaign, being conducted from October 22 to November 30, is aimed to promote sustainable crop production systems, improve soil health and fertility, encourage scientific nutrient management and efficient resource utilisation, and popularise climate-resilient agricultural technologies during the Rabi season.

Addressing the gathering, T Pamei stressed the importance of land conservation and sustainable agricultural practices in the State.

He encouraged farmers to adopt organic farming and discouraged the excessive use of chemical fertilisers and other chemical inputs, emphasising the need for environmentally sustainable fanning practices.

Dr N Jyotsna, Senior Scientist and Head of KVK, Senapati; LS Lavei James, District Agriculture Officer (DAO), Senapati; and Ng Ngaorai, District Officer, Horticulture and Soil Conservation, Senapati also attended as the presidium members of the event.

A total of 92 farmers participated in the programme.

Knapsack sprayers, vermicompost, micronutrients and Rabi seeds were distributed to the participating farmers to support agricultural activities and promote improved farming practices.

A PM-KISAN land record updation stall/kiosk was also set up to facilitate the updating of fanners' land records.

During the technical sessions, LS Lavei James highlighted various flagship schemes of the Government aimed at benefiting farmers.

Dr David Kamei, Subject Matter Specialist (SMS), KVK, Senapati, delivered a session on soil health management for enhanced agricultural productivity.

The programme was attended by farmers, departmental officials, village leaders, members of the public and other stakeholders.

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