Promote Organic Manure to Preserve Soil Health

Mullur, Nov 13: Dr. Mohan Kumar, a scientist at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Gonikoppal, advised farmers to maintain the health and fertility of their agricultural land by using organic manures, including farmyard manure (cow dung manure). He noted that this practice would ensure that agricultural land remains suitable for farming for future generations.

He was speaking at a workshop on natural farming practices and a 'Save Agricultural Land' campaign, jointly organized by the Kodagu Krishi Vigyan Kendra and the Somwarpet Department of Agriculture, held at the Rotary Malleshwara Club hall in nearby Aluru Siddapura.

He explained that to enhance soil fertility, farmers should not only conduct soil tests but also apply organic manures—such as farmyard manure—which support the growth of beneficial soil microorganisms. This, in turn, helps in increasing crop yields.

He further observed that, in recent times, farmers have been moving away from livestock rearing. Prioritizing livestock rearing would ensure a steady supply of cow dung; using the organic manure prepared from this for farming would significantly improve soil health. Organic manure is beneficial for agricultural crops—including paddy—as well as for horticultural crops such as areca nut and black pepper. It was noted that one can also derive benefits by preparing and spraying 'Jeevamrutha' (a liquid organic formulation) on areca nut and paddy crops.

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