Udupi
Deputy Commissioner K. Vidya Kumari encouraged farmers and the public to actively participate in the Krishi Mela and apply the valuable insights shared at the event to enhance their agricultural practices. Speaking at the two-day fair held at the Zonal Agriculture and Horticulture Research Station in Bramhavar, she highlighted the benefits of government initiatives designed to support farmers facing market fluctuations, climate changes, and other challenges. Kumari emphasized the potential of modern tools, such as drones, mechanized equipment, and scientific farming methods, in making agriculture profitable and sustainable.
The event was organized by the district administration in collaboration with Keladi Shivappa Nayaka University of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences, the Krishi Vigyan Kendra, and various agricultural and environmental agencies.
Director of Education B. Hemla Naik from Keladi Shivappa Nayaka University shared that the center has introduced innovative farming technologies for over 41 years. Initiatives include soil health testing, with health cards issued to farmers and quality saplings provided from the center’s nurseries. The university has also adopted nearby villages like Mandarthi and Kalthur-Santhekatte to showcase model farming practices.
An exhibition inaugurated by Anand C. Kundar, Managing Director of Kota Manuru Janata Fish Meal and Oil Products, featured over 225 stalls on modern agricultural tools, multi-cropping, organic composting, and animal husbandry, giving visitors a comprehensive view of scientific and government-backed advancements in agriculture.
