ABF Biotech KISAN Hub. Farmers training on Biofertilizers and Biopesticides. Date: 27 th and 28 Th March,2019 Venue ABF Ananthapur

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1 ABF Biotech KISAN Hub Farmers training on Biofertilizers and Biopesticides Date: 27 th and 28 Th March,2019 Venue ABF Ananthapur A two-day training programme on 27 th and 28 th March 2019 for farmers on Usage of biofertilizers and biopesticides was organized by Agri Biotech Foundation (ABF) at ABF Biotech- KISAN Hub located in Reddipalli, Ananthapur. Dr.V. Sandhya, Dr.Sk.Z. Ali, Dr. Ravi Sankar Reddy from ABF-Hub, partner institutes principal investigators Dr. Aziz Qureshi, ICAR -IIOR, Hyderabad and Dr D Muralidhara Rao, SKU, Anantapur, Technical assistant Mr. Balaraju KVK, Yagantipalle and Ms.Nirmala sciencist, horticulture department participated in the programme and briefed about the biofertilizers and biopesticides. A total of 149 farmers, among which 34 women farmers from Narpala, Reddipali, Neela Reddipalli and Rotarypuram of Ananthapur district attended the training programme. The programme started with welcome address by Dr.Sk.Z.Ali describing the activities of ABF and elaborated on biofertilizer production facilities at ABF, Reddipalli. Dr.V.Sandhya explained the DBT funded ABF Biotech-KISAN Hub project, its objectives, the benefits to the farmers on application of bio-fertilizers and bio-pesticides, vegetable seedling production and onfarm production of biopesticides. She emphasized on importance of field level demonstrations by Hub and mentioned about procuring benefits from hands-on, skill-based trainings which helps in managing their own growing site. Dr.Ravi Sankar Reddy spoke about the Trichoderma and its importance, and on-farm production at farmer level. Ms Nirmala addressed the farmers about the biofortified vegetable seedling production and use of Pseudomonas and PSB. Dr.Aziz from ICAR- IIOR addressed the farmers on importance of soil testing and water testing. He described about main deficiencies like organic matter, zinc, boron in soil in the present period and how to rectify 1

2 them. He focused on training the farmers in soil testing kits and supplying them with the kits as well as soil health cards. Dr.Murlidhar Rao partner SKU emphasized on importance of soil microorganisms and their utilization as biofertilizers and biopesticides. Mr.Balaraju from KVK addressed the farmers on utilization of biopesticides and biofertilizers in horticulture crops. After the inauguration practical hands on training session started with power point presentation and explanation on the types and importance of biofertilizers and biopesticides for crop improvement in local language (Telugu). A detail explanation about different types of bacteria and fungi with respect to the morphology, specificity and mode of action for plant growth promotion and disease management was given. Specific usage of biofertilizers and biopesticides to the crops and recommended dosage of these bio inputs for reducing chemical inputs was elaborated. Another lecture included about seed, seedling, soil and spray applications of biofertilizers and biopesticides. Following this farmer were given hands on skill for the seed treatment, seedling treatment and soil application, soil drenching, foliar spray of biofertilizers and biopesticides. They actively participated in the learning programme by practicing the techniques by themselves. Second training was on mass multiplication of Trichoderma bio pesticide on waste seed viz., seeds of sorghum and maize. Explanation through slides was given on seed selection to addition of inoculum followed by detailing various steps in its production. Further explanation was on the different application methods of mass multiplied Trichoderma bio-pesticide into the fields. Individual farmer was provided with all the material required for the production for hands-on, skillbased training on the activity. Each step was followed when the farmer performed the entire process of production of bio-pesticide viz., from cleaning, boiling, sterilization, inoculation and incubation. Live demonstration of already grown Trichoderma on maize and sorghum seeds were exhibited to the them. Third technology was about vermicomposting, which started with slide presentation on bedding material to inoculation. A detail description about lifecycle of worms, their maintenance was given. Also explained about types of agro wastage used in composting, it s processing, selection of inoculum (worms), time of inoculation, maintenance and harvesting and packing, cost of waste and worms followed by price of harvested product. 2

3 On day two, training started with preparation of liquid biofertilizer at farmer level. Farmers were given information on development of liquid biofertilizers using easily available house hold ingredients at farmer level. Then demos were held. Later, trainees practiced each step from preparation of media to inoculum addition. Next training component for the day was growing of biofortified vegetable seedlings in portrays. Significance of portray method of seedling development, comparison between the traditional and modern method of seedling development and usage of bio inputs for rising healthy seedlings in pro trays was explained. This was followed by demonstrations and practical hands on training on pro tray technology. Third training component for the second day was on azolla cultivation and its significance at farm level. Explanation was about the importance of azolla as a super plant in cattle and livestock feed and in fields. Methodology was elaborated on azolla cultivation by pit, tub method followed by different methods of azolla production in rice fields. This was followed by preparation of azolla trays. Two-day training programme was completed by taking farmers basic information data like their crops variety, acreage, source of water, etc as well as feedback from farmers on training activities. The farmers were satisfied in learning the skills practically. Registration 3

4 Farmer group during training Dr.Sk.Z.Ali, ABF-HYD Dr. Aziz Qureshi, ICAR -IIOR Dr D Muralidhara Rao, SKU, MS. N.Nirmala Horticulture department-atp Dr.Ravi Sankar Reddy ABF-ATP 4

5 Dr.V. Sandhya, ABF Briefing on ABF Biotech-KISAN Lecture through power point Soil treatment for Biofertilizers, Azosprillum, PSB 5

6 Farmers practicing on Trichoderma on-farm production Vermicompost bed preparation 6

7 Portray technology 7