KVK-Sepahijala Organized Field Day On Paddy : Khet Bachao Abhiyan’.

Sepahijala, Tripura, 9th of November, 2026 : A field day on paddy was organised under the Khet Bachao Abhiyan by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sepahijala, CAU (I), on Tripura 9th November, 2026 to create awareness among farmers about natural farming, soil health and the scientific use of agricultural inputs. Farmers participated in training sessions and practical demonstrations conducted in the paddy field.

During the programme, experts explained the main objectives of Khet Bachao Abhiyan, including the conservation of fertile agricultural land, restoration of soil health, reduction of cultivation costs and protection of fields from the excessive use of chemical fertilizers. Farmers were encouraged to adopt natural and sustainable farming practices for maintaining long-term productivity.

A practical demonstration on the balanced use of fertilizers and use of biofertilizers and natural inputs was conducted. Farmers were advised to apply nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and micronutrients according to crop requirements and soil-test recommendations. Experts cautioned that the excessive or unbalanced application of fertilizers can increase cultivation costs, reduce soil fertility and pollute water resources. Farmers learned how beneficial microorganisms improve nutrient availability, promote root development and support healthy crop growth. The integrated use of organic manure, crop residues, biofertilizers and need-based chemical fertilizers was recommended to protect soil productivity. The importance of soil testing was also highlighted. Farmers were informed that regular soil testing helps identify nutrient deficiencies, select suitable fertilizers and determine the correct application rates. Soil-test-based nutrient management can improve paddy yield while preventing unnecessary expenditure on fertilizers.

The programme is being implemented under the esteemed guidance of Dr. Anupam Mishra, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Central Agricultural University, Imphal, with technical guidance from Dr. Ng. Iboyaima, Director, Directorate of Extension Education, CAU, Imphal, and Dr. A. K. Mohanty, Director, ICAR–Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Zone VII, Umiam, Meghalaya. The initiative is being coordinated under the guidance of Prof. Arun Bhai Patel, Dean, College of Fisheries, Lembucherra, and the supervision of Dr. Shatabhisa Sarkar, Senior Scientist and Head, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Sepahijala.

The Abhiyan was conducted at Golaghati, Bishalgarh block, Sepahijala, attended by Shri Rabindra Datta, Member, Bishalgarh Panchayat Samiti, Smt. Pushparani Roy, Pradhan, Golaghati GP, Shri Dulal Shil, Upa pradhan, Golaghati GP, in the presence of Dr. Joy Kumar Dey SMS, (Agronomy), KVK Sepahijala, Dr. Maisnam Luwangleima , SMS (Agricultural Engineering) Pijush Debbarma,  Program Assistant, (Lab. Technician) and Abraham Debbanrma, Skilled support Staff and others.