Archive · 4 Sep 2026
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.
A training programme on paddy cultivation technologies was held at Nunna village in Vijayawada Rural mandal on Thursday.
Agriculture Department and Agricultural Technology Management Agency officials supported the programme.
Scientists advised farmers on nutrient management, water conservation and crop protection.
Farmers were told to address potassium and zinc deficiencies using recommended nutrient sprays and bio-fertilisers.
Advice also covered alternate wetting and drying, water-stress management, pest control and prevention of grain diseases.
- Who
- Scientists from the Krishi Vigyan Kendra at Garikapadu, agriculture officials, local representatives and farmers attended.
- What
- A training programme on new technologies and management practices for paddy cultivation was organised.
- When
- The programme was held on Thursday.
- Where
- Nunna village in Vijayawada Rural mandal of NTR district.
- Why
- To help farmers improve nutrient management, conserve water and protect paddy crops.
- 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