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Time of India
03-08-2025
- General
- Time of India
Give space to farmers for sale of wild vegetables, says Kokate
Nashik: The state minister for sports and youth welfare Manikrao Kokate inaugurated the unique ran-bhaji or wild vegetable festival in Nashik city on Sunday. Kokate, in his inaugural address, called for the state agriculture and other related departments to provide space and stalls to farmers and farmer groups at the taluka-level for direct sales of wild vegetables to customers. Kokate also encouraged farmers to add value and quality to their produce to attract urban consumers. The district-level wild vegetable festival was organised by the state agriculture department, Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA) Nashik, and Regional Agricultural Extension Management Training Institute (RAMETI) Nashik at RAMETI premises along the Untwadi Road of the city. Wild vegetables, rich in essential nutrients and medicinal properties, were highlighted for their health benefits and pesticide-free cultivation. The festival aimed to generate economic benefits for tribal farmers through sales arrangements and to raise public awareness. The wild vegetable season, starting with the June-July rain, continues until Oct and includes vegetables varieties. State education minister Dadaji Bhuse highlighted the need to sell quality farm produce to consumers and educate urban consumers on wild vegetable recipes. Minister Narhari Zhirwal emphasised the importance of wild vegetables in the human diet and methods of their preparation, advocating their daily consumption. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Bhandara farmers adopt natural farming for sustainable yields
1 2 Bhandara: Over 75 farmers from Bhandara taluka adopted natural farming techniques to boost sustainable crop production, following a field-level Kisan Goshti programme held at Pahela village on July 14. Ajaykumar Raut, Deputy Project Director of Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA), Bhandara, informed attendees during the event. The initiative, organised by the Maharashtra agriculture department under ATMA, aimed to promote eco-friendly farming practices. Raut, addressing the gathering at the taluka seed multiplication farm, emphasised that natural and integrated farming methods could ensure sustainable yields while minimising costs. "Farmers must study integrated pest and disease management, use sticky traps, and monitor pest intensity to reduce chemical inputs. Keeping records of production costs and yields will help maintain a balanced budget," he said. The programme began with a tribute to Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh, with attendees garlanding his portrait. Dr. Prashant Umbarkar, an entomologist at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sakoli, guided farmers on rice nursery management, pest control measures, and the use of bio-pesticides. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like South Australia Residents Born 1945-1985 With No Life Insurance Could Be Eligible For This Golden Insurance Undo He stressed the importance of technical know-how in reducing chemical dependency. Vrushali Deshmukh, district soil survey officer, highlighted soil as the "soul of the land" and urged farmers to use compost and green manure to enhance soil health. "Balanced fertiliser use based on soil health cards will improve soil properties," she said. Progressive farmer Tanaji Gopal Gaydhane, a Krishi Bhushan awardee, shared his experience with organic farming. He advised farmers to diversify into vegetables, orchards, and poultry, alongside minimising chemical fertilisers. "Using sticky traps and biological pest control methods ensures sustainable production," he said. Another Krishi Bhushan awardee, Prakash Gopichand Maske from Mau Dawa, explained the benefits of soil solarisation and lunar cycle-based pest management for crops like bitter gourd and brinjal. Padmakar Chakole, Director of Aarogya Jyoti Farmer Producer Company, Parsodi, encouraged farmers to use natural inputs like humic acid, trichoderma, dashparni extract, and saptadhanya slurry to cut costs and achieve sustainable yields. Dadabhai Wahane, a progressive farmer with an agriculture degree, provided insights on integrated pest and nutrient management for crops like cucumber and okra. The event, attended by 75 to 90 farmers, including women and representatives of farmer producer organisations, was chaired by Pahela sarpanch Mangalatai Thavkar. Key attendees included panchayat samiti member Achaltatai Chavle, Krishi Bhushan farmer Devanand Chaudhary, and Congress Vice-President Subhash Bhau Ajabale. Taluka agriculture officer Namdev Kashid delivered the introductory remarks, while Satish Vairagade moderated the event. Mandal agriculture officers Ashok Jibhkate, Arun Harode, and others ensured smooth coordination. The programme underscored Bhandara's push towards sustainable agriculture, aligning with the state's Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Organic Farming Mission, which supports 8,991 farmers across 37,702 acres for organic certification.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
One Day for Farmer initiative implemented in Kolhapur district
Kolhapur: The One Day for Farmer initiative was implemented in Kolhapur district on Saturday, with officials from various district administration departments spending the day with farmers to understand their problems. The initiative spread awareness on various govt schemes meant for farmers to the maximum number of farmers. Approximately 300 villages participated in the initiative, which was carried out in collaboration with the agriculture department, district administration, and the Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA). District collector Amol Yedge, along with officials from various departments, public representatives including sarpanchs, deputy sarpanchs, gram panchayat members, office-bearers, progressive farmers, farmers in Resource Bank, the Atma Farming Advisory Committee, and groups registered with the govt system participated. Activities such as Shivar Pheri, Sheti Shala, tree plantation, and discussions and guidance sessions reached a large number of district farmers, aiming to engage with the farming community. During the initiative, guardian minister Prakash Abitkar entered paddy fields at Radhanagari and planted seedlings in Anant Chougule's field while being drenched in rain. Abitkar sat with farmers, consuming zunka-bhakri and thecha, interacting with them, and learning about their farming challenges. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Esse novo alarme com câmera é quase gratuito em Campo Largo (consulte o preço) Alarmes Undo "Further activities will be implemented to increase crop production after taking information from this initiative," Abitkar said. Jalindar Pangare, the district agricultural officer, said, "Information about important schemes like PM Kisan, Farmer ID under AgriStack Scheme, Prime Minister Micro Food Processing Industries, Orchard Plantation under MGNREGA, Agricultural Mechanization Scheme, Integrated Horticulture Development Mission, Bhausaheb Phundkar Orchard Plantation, Late Gopinath Munde Farmers Accident Relief Grant, and other schemes of various departments were given to the farmers. "
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Time of India
11 agri officials sacked over Kishangarh fake fertiliser scam
1 2 Jaipur: Cracking down on deep-rooted negligence and alleged collusion, Rajasthan agriculture minister Dr Kirori Lal Meena Friday suspended 11 officers of the agriculture department in connection to the unearthing of fake fertiliser manufacturing racket operating out of Kishangarh. The suspended officials, according to the minister, were found to be complicit or grossly negligent in allowing the scam to thrive for years. The action followed raids personally conducted by Meena at factories and godowns in Kishangarh, where fake fertilisers were being manufactured and supplied to at least 15 to 16 states on. "Despite an earlier inspection on Dec 30, 2024, officials reported nothing suspicious. The inspection report was deliberately suppressed and the matter was closed," Meena said. He said there was clear evidence of collusion between officials and the fertiliser units. Those suspended include Banshidhar Jat, then deputy director (Quality Control); Jwala Pratap Singh, assistant director (Quality Control); Govind Singh Naruka, assistant director (Plantation); Mukesh Kumar Chaudhary, assistant director (Plant Protection); Mukesh Kumar Mali, now joint director, Beawar; and Kailash Chandra Sharma, now deputy project director, Agricultural Technology Management Agency. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
