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Farmers Receive New Technology Training for Paddy Cultivation

Farmers in Nunna village attended a lesson about growing paddy more effectively.

Scientists and agriculture officials explained how to manage nutrients, water and crop diseases.

They said some fields were short of potassium and zinc.

Farmers were given instructions for using nutrient sprays to help the plants.

They were also encouraged to use bio-fertilisers and reduce chemical fertiliser use by up to 20 percent.

Farmers with little water were taught a method called alternate wetting and drying.

Other advice covered pests and diseases that can damage rice plants.

The programme was attended by officials, scientists, local representatives and farmers.

Key facts

Programme location: Nunna village, Vijayawada Rural mandal, NTR district
Organisers and supporters: Agriculture Department and Agricultural Technology Management Agency
Technical participants: Scientists from the Krishi Vigyan Kendra at Garikapadu and agriculture officials
Observed deficiencies: Potassium and zinc deficiencies were reported in paddy fields
Water-saving method: Alternate wetting and drying was recommended for water-scarce conditions
Bio-fertiliser guidance: Bio-fertilisers may reduce chemical fertiliser application by up to 20 percent
Crop protection advice: Recommendations included treatments for pests, red spots on panicles and grain discolouration

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