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Madikeri, Sep. 14: A training and field festival on “Improved Production Techniques in Banana Farming” was organized for farmers from Mysore, Mandya, Chamarajanagar, Hassan and Kodagu districts on the premises of Bagalkot University of Horticultural Sciences, Mysore College of Horticulture.
Dean of the College of Horticulture Dr. Janardhan G. inaugurated the program and said that the large number of young farmers participating in today’s program reflects their interest in agriculture. This is a very happy thing.
All parts of the banana crop are useful and even banana peel can be used to make many dishes and handicrafts. He said that increasing the use of organic and bio-fertilizers in agriculture and reducing the use of chemicals is essential for soil and human health.
Dr. Manukumar H.R., who participated as a resource person in the technical conference, gave a brief information on the importance of improved farming practices and nutrient management in banana.
Dr. Manjunath G. spoke about the importance of integrated disease management and organic products in banana farming. Dr. Muthuraju, G.P. spoke about integrated pest management in banana farming and Dr. Chandan, K. spoke about post-harvest technology in banana. Dr. Tanveer Ahmed, Head of Horticulture Extension Education Unit and subject experts Dr. Aravind Kumar, J.S, Dr. Shivakumar KM, Dr. Mamatalakshmi N and Dr. Siddappa R discussed the complete information about banana farming with each other in an interaction program with farmers.
In the exhibition organized at the college, ‘Different varieties of banana, disease and pest affected samples, organic products and value added products of banana were displayed.
The farmers viewed the banana sample pots in the college field. Then, farmers were given demonstrations on the selection and treatment of bananas, nutrient treatment of banana plants, soil testing, enrichment of organic products, and the use of trapezoids to control stem borers, allowing them to learn practically.
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