Visit to KVK by Suryapet Collector & Magistrate Sri Tejas Nandalal Pawar Date: 15-02-2025 Activity: Suryapet Collector & Magistrate Sri Tejas Nandalal Pawar have visited KVK as a part of his programme he have seen all the demo units of KVK like Azolla Unit, Paddy Fields, Soil Testing Laboratory, Biofertilizer Laboratory, Shade net, Sericulture Unit, Vermi compost Unit, Value added Millets Product Unit, Medicinal Plant Unit, Fish Ponds. Later suggested to upscale the products available at KVK to more number of farmers of district. Later discussed with Horticulture Diploma Students regarding their curriculum and course pattern. Staff involved: D Naresh, Senior Scientist and Head (I/c), KVK Scientists- Kiran, D. Adarsh, Dr. T. Madhuri, N. Sugandhi A. Naresh ; Other Staff B. Upender, M. Saidulu, B. Venkateshwarlu, B. Ramreddy, B.Prabhakar Department Officials Participants: Sri G. Sridhar Reddy, DAO Suryapet, Mandal special Officer B.Shyam sundhar Prasad, Priyatham MAO, Ravi Kumar ADA, Huzurnagar.
Field Visits to mulberry garden, silkworm rearing shed & seri waste composting unit at Nandyalavarigudem Date: 13-03-2025
Details of the Activity: 1. Dr. T. Madhuri, Subject Matter Specialist (SMS)- Sericulture, inspected the newly developed mulberry plantations and silkworm rearing shed of KVK trainee, Mr. Vinay. During the visit, recommended to set up a rain gun irrigation system during summer in order to maintain freshness of leaf & avoid sucking pest infestation during the summer and explained the specific subsidies available under silk samagra-2 scheme. 2. Supervised the rearing shed at Nandyalavari Gudem where the silkworms were at the third moult stage and advised ensuring proper cross-ventilation in the shed during moulting. Additionally, suggested dusting lime & Vijetha Green, a body disinfectant, immediately after moulting and before the first feeding. 3. Later visited sericulture waste composting unit by utilizing earthworms & recommended to maintain good moisture level by sprinkling the water at 2-3 days intervals & covering the upper layer with paddy straw. Farmers Participated: 6
Event: Celebration of International Women’s Day & Telecasting the 4th episode of Kisal Choupal Date: 8th March, 2025 at KVK, Campus.
Activity : KVK, Gaddipally organized the International Women’s Day celebration on 8th March 2025 at KVK campus. During the event, D. Naresh, Senior Scientist & Head (I/c.), attended as the chief guest and highlighted the significance of women’s empowerment, along with various women-centric initiatives undertaken by KVK, encouraging participants to take advantage of them.Dr. T. Madhuri, SMS-Sericulture, elaborated on the primary objective of commemorating International Women’s Day and the vital role of women in both family structures and society. Ch. Naresh, SMS (Horticulture), provided insights into the formation of Self-Help Groups and the credit linkages accessible to them. A. Kiran, SMS (Soil Science), highlighted the contributions of women in agriculture and allied sectors. The program concluded with the felicitation of progressive women farmers and entrepreneurs. Later, 4th episode of Kisal Choupal was telecasted at KVK. KVK Staff and A total of 83 rural women & students were participated.
Training Programme on Promotion of Direct Seeded Rice for sustainable Rice Production at Madhavaram,Munagala of Suryapet on 22.02.2025 KVK-GADDIPALLY Conducted Training Programme on Promotion of Direct Seeded Rice for Sustainable Rice Production collaboration with ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad. In this programme KVK Scientists “Highlighted the importance of direct-seeded rice (DSR) and shared insights on its cultivation, including the mechanization techniques involved, emphasizing their benefits in rice farming. Following this, the KVK scientists provided a detailed explanation of the advantages of direct-seeded rice.” Later interacted with DSR farmers regarding the use of weedicides and their efficacy in DSR and also collected detailed information on DSR methods practiced by farmers, and planned SBI-CSR-funded IIRR training programme activities for this season with DSR rice farmers.
Scientist Involved:.D.Naresh Senior Scientist and Head (I/C),A.Kiran, SMS (Soil Science); Other Officials: B.Raju Mandal Agricultural Officer (MAO) and 58 farmers were participated
Capacity Building Training programme to Sericulture
Department officers & Entrepreneurs
( Attended as resource person) Organized by: Govt. of India & Govt. of Telangana Venue: Dr. Marri chenna Reddy Human Resource Development
Institute, Jubilee hills, Hyderabad; Date: 20.02.2025 to 22.02.2025
Activity details- Dr. T. Madhuri, Subject Matter Specialist (Sericulture),
participated as a resource person and delivered a session emphasizing the significance of soil fertility and management, Integrated Nutrient Management (INM), and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices in mulberry cultivation and silkworm rearing.
Diagnostic Field Visits to Paddy Crop at Narsimhulugudem and Mangal Thanda Villages of Atmakur (S), Suryapet
Date: 20-02-2025
Details of the Activity: Kvk Scientists and the Department of Agricultural conducted the diagnostic field visits to Paddy Crop in Athmakur (S) mandal of Suryapet Dist. During the visit observed symptoms of diseases like blast, brown leaf spot and Zinc Nutrient Deficiency. Suggested necessary management practices like spraying of and Tricyclazole + Carbendazim @ 2.5 gm/lt water for blast and Zinc sulphate @ 2gm/lt water and Sagarika Gold @ 4ml/lt water for plant growth.
Scientist Participated: D.Naresh, Senior Scientist and Head (I/C), A.Kiran SMS (Soil Science), D.Adarsh SMS (Plant Protection)
Department Officials: Smt Divya, MAO Athmakur (S).
Farmers Participated: 09 Farmers participated.
Training Programme on Integrated Crop Management in Direct Seeded Rice at Anajipuram, Penpahad on 19.02.2025
Activity: KVK Scientists Conducted Training Programme on INM in Direct Seeded Rice at Anajipuram. In this programme D. Naresh PC (I/C), KVK Gaddipally briefed about the importance of Direct Seeded Rice with drum Seeder Technology, explained about the weed management practices in direct seeded rice. A.Kiran SMS-Soil Science briefed about integrated nutrient management, water management and cost of cultivation under drum seeder technology, explained about the sowing methods of DSR methods. Later explained about Biofertilizers uses and its application, and also explained about the DSR project benefits farmers D.Adarsh SMS (Plant Protection) explained about pests and diseases infesting paddy crop with integrated pest management practices. Department Offical: B.Anil Kumar (MAO) B. Murali (AEO) Participants: 93 farmers participated.
Demo on Installation of Solar Panel IOT Sensor Device and CV Pipes Under DSR Project at Dupahad and Lingala of Penpahad, Suryapet Dist.
Date:17-02-2025 & 18-02-2025.
Details of the Activity: KVK Gaddipally Scientists ,IIRR Scientists Explained the importance of Direct Seeded Rice and Package of Practices in the paddy to the Farmers. Made the installation of Solar Panel sensor device in the field for the effecient use of water for the farmers. Explained how CV pipes are used to verify the water level in the field. Explained the Differences in effective irrigation use in Natural transplanting and Direct Seeded Rice Later the team from IIRR and Cultyvaate assembled the AWD pipes and IoT-based sensors, identified two suitable houses near the field at Dupahad and Lingala installed a gateway, and tested the signal range and inquired about the farmers’ responses, and addressed any issues related to the installation process. Scientists Involved; Dr. Mahender Kumar Principal Scientist IIRR,HYD D.Naresh, PC(I/C).A.Kiran (SMS) D.Adarsh (SMS) RA: Dr. Kavi raj; YPs Sai kiran, Srikanth, Santhosh; No.of Farmers: 21; Farmers No.of fields installed:21.
Visit to KVK by Suryapet Collector & Magistrate Sri Tejas Nandalal Pawar Date: 15-02-2025 Activity: Suryapet Collector & Magistrate Sri Tejas Nandalal Pawar have visited KVK as a part of his programme he have seen all the demo units of KVK like Azolla Unit, Paddy Fields, Soil Testing Laboratory, Biofertilizer Laboratory, Shade net, Sericulture Unit, Vermi compost Unit, Value added Millets Product Unit, Medicinal Plant Unit, Fish Ponds. Later suggested to upscale the products available at KVK to more number of farmers of district. Later discussed with Horticulture Diploma Students regarding their curriculum and course pattern. Staff involved: D Naresh, Senior Scientist and Head (I/c), KVK Scientists- Kiran, D. Adarsh, Dr. T. Madhuri, N. Sugandhi A. Naresh ; Other Staff B. Upender, M. Saidulu, B. Venkateshwarlu, B. Ramreddy, B.Prabhakar Department Officials Participants: Sri G. Sridhar Reddy, DAO Suryapet, Mandal special Officer B.Shyam sundhar Prasad, Priyatham MAO, Ravi Kumar ADA, Huzurnagar.
SAIRD-KVK, Gaddipally collaborated with DRDA, Suryapet organized a skill development training programme on Integrated Farming System for MGNREGS workers under the UNNATI project at Nadigudem Village &
Mandal, Suryapet district on 15.02.2025. SMS-Horticulture explained the concept and components of Integrated Farming System (IFS), its agri. and allied sectors, and how adopting IFS technology can generate employment and improve livelihoods.The programme was attended by the MPDO, DPO, Unnati programme Nodal Officer of the project, APM, APO Nadigudem Mandal, Technical Assistants from DRDA Suryapet district and 78 beneficiary participants.
RAWEP students Exposure Field visits at Kusumavarigudem & Kasarbad
Date:14.02.2025
SAKVK, Gaddipally Scientists conducted a field visit to Garlic, Turmeric, Acid Lime, Mango and paddy crops, accompanied by Agriculture RAWEP students , Loyola Academy, Secunderabad. KVK Scientists identified specific problems, diagnosing them as pest and disease issues, as well as nutritional deficiencies and provided recommendations to address these issues.Staff involved: Ch. Naresh, SMS (Horticulture) and A.Naresh, PA (Computers).
Training Programme on Integrated Crop Management in Direct Seeded Rice at Singareddypalem, Penpahad mandal on 12.02.2025
Activity: KVK Scientists Conducted Training Programme on Integrated Crop Management in Direct Seeded Rice at Singareddypalem In this programme D. Naresh Senior Scientist and Head (I/C), briefed about the importance of Direct Seeded Rice with drum Seeder Technology, explained about the weed management. A.Kiran SMS-Soil Science briefed about integrated nutrient management, water management and cost of cultivation under drum seeder technology, explained about the sowing methods of DSR methods. Later explained about Biofertilizers uses and its application, and also explained about the DSR project benefits farmers D.Adarsh SMS (Plant Protection) explained about pests and diseases infesting paddy crop with integrated pest management practices. Followed by DSR sown paddy field visit along with farmers, Staff Involved: D. Naresh Senior Scientist and Head (I/c), A. Kiran SMS Soil Science, D.Adarsh SMS (Plant Protection) A.Naresh P.A (Computer)
Visit to the Nutrient garden established at Model School, Gaddipally Date: 11/02/2025 ; Activity Details: KVK Home Scientist made a field visit under FLD on Nutri-gardens at schools. Observed different varieties of the vegetables and green leafy vegetables are grown in nutri-garden and suggested to grow vegetables and green leafy vegetables throughout the year by utilizing their leisure time in daily life. Nutri garden was very healthy and observed no pest in the field. D. Adarsh SMS (Plant Protection) has briefly explained about the layout design what kind of vegetables and fruits can be grown in the kitchen garden and also explained about the pest and disease management with organically grown by use of neem based products.No.of Participants: School Principal, School Teachers and 20 students
Resham Krishi Mela (SMS Sericulture Attended as Resource Person) Organized by Central Silk Board (CSB)&Government of Telangana Date: 11.02.2025 ; Venue: Secunderabad
Activity details: Dr. T. Madhuri, Subject Matter Specialist (Sericulture),
participated as a resource person in the Resham Krishi Mela jointly organized by the Central Silk Board (CSB) and the Government of Telangana and delivered a session emphasizing the significance of soil fertility and management, Integrated Nutrient Management (INM), and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practices in mulberry cultivation and silkworm rearing. Chief Guest: Smt. Shaik Yasmeen Basha, IAS, Hon’ble Director of Horticulture & Sericulture, Telangana Guests of Honor:Dr. D. Raji Reddy, Vice Chancellor, SKLTSHU, Mulugu Dr. Gandhi Doss, Director, CSR&TI, Mysore, Smt. M. Latha, JD, Telangana
Field visit to Oil palm crop at Mamillagudem and Mothey on 10.02.2025 Activity Details; KVK Scientists Visit to Oil Palm crop along with RAWE Agriculture students of Loyola Academy, Secunderabad. We identified specific problems and diagnosed them as pest and disease issues, as well as nutritional deficiencies, including symptoms of crown rot, Rhinoceros beetle infestation, and deficiencies of boron and magnesium. We recommended the following measures: 1.Installation of Rhino lure @ 2 per acre 2.Application of 100g boron + 200g magnesium per plant Drenching the crown region with a solution of 1ml Lambda cyhalothrin + 1g Carbandazim per liter of water. Additionally, we suggested growing intercrops between rows and plants, such as oilseeds, pulses, vegetables, and flower crops for additional income and proper utilization of land. Staff involved Ch.Naresh, SMS (Horticulture), D.Naresh, Senior Scientist & Head I/c, A.Kiran, SMS (Soil Science), M.Harish, Area Manager, Suryapet District Patanjali Oil palm.
Training Programme on Promotion of Direct Seeded Rice for sustainable Rice Production at Mamillagudem, Mothey on 10.02.2025; Activity: Conducted Training Programme on Promotion of Direct Seeded Rice for Sustainable Rice Production collaboration with ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad. KVK Scientists
“Highlighted the importance of direct-seeded rice (DSR) and shared
insights on its cultivation, including the mechanization techniques involved,emphasizing their benefits in rice farming. Following this, the KVK scientists provided a detailed explanation of the advantages of direct-seeded rice. “Later interacted with DSR farmers regarding the use of weedicides and their efficacy in DSR and also collected detailed information on DSR methods practiced by farmers, and planned SBI-CSR-funded IIRR training programme activities for this season with DSR rice farmers. Scientist Involved: D.Naresh Senior Scientist and Head (I/C) A.Kiran, SMS (Soil Science) and Ch.Naresh SMS (Horticulture), Other Officials: J.Harish Area Manager Pathanjalai Oil Palm Company Participants: 58 farmers participated.
Distribution of critical inputs under FLD on Demonstration on Integrated Pest and Disease Management in Paddy at Singareddypalem, Penpahad
Date: 07-02-2025
Activity: D. Adarsh, SMS – Plant Protection conducted FLD on Demonstration on Integrated Pest and Disease Management in Paddy. As part of this programme, distributed critical inputs like Pheromone Traps for Yellow Stem Borer, Azadirachtin 1500 PPM @ 1 lt, Trichoderma Cards @ 4/ac and need based pesticides like Chlorantraniliprole @ 60 ml/ac for Lepidopteran Pests and Propiconazole and Tricyclazole @ 200 ml and 120 gm/ac for diseases to each farmer.
Staff involved: D. Adarsh SMS (Plant Protection).
Participants: A total of 7 farmers participated.
Field Visits to mulberry Garden & Silkworm Rearing Shed on 05.02.2025 at B.Chandupatla, Mothey, Suryapet
Details of the Activity: 1. Dr. T. Madhuri, Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) in
Sericulture, inspected the newly developed mulberry plantations and silkworm rearing shed of KVK trainee, Mr. Vinay. During the visit, recommended irrigating the mulberry field at two-day intervals to ensure
optimal moisture levels in the leaves during the late instar stage of
silkworms. 2. Supervised the rearing shed where the silkworms were at
the third moult stage and advised ensuring proper cross-ventilation in the shed during moulting. Additionally, suggested dusting Vijetha Green, a body disinfectant, immediately after moulting and before the first feeding. 3. Later elaborated on sericulture waste management by
utilizing earthworms for composting instead of burning the residues. Scientists involved: D. Naresh, Senior Scientist & Head ( I/c.)
A. Kiran, SMS-Soil Science and D. Adarsh, SMS- Plant Protection Farmers Participated: 2
Event: Training Programme on Integrated Crop Management in Direct Seeded Rice at Mothey Rythuvedika on 05.02.2025
Activity: KVK Scientists Conducted Training Programme on ICM in Direct Seeded Rice at Mothey. D. Naresh Senior Scientist and Head (I/C), KVK Gaddipally briefed about the importance of Direct Seeded Rice with drum Seeder Technology, explained about the weed management practices in direct seeded rice. Suggested to use the drum seeders in Direct seeding rice method which can address labour shortage, decrease cost of cultivation. A.Kiran SMS-Soil Science briefed about INM, water management and cost of cultivation under drum seeder technology, explained about the sowing methods of DSR methods. Later explained about Biofertilizers uses and DSR project benefits. D.Adarsh SMS (Plant Protection) explained about pests and diseases infesting paddy crop with IPM practices. Followed by DSR sown paddy field visit along with farmers
Inauguration of DAESI 2024-25 Batch at KVK-Gaddipally on 04.02.2025 Activity: KVK-Gaddipally, in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture and ATMA, Suryapet District, has inaugurated the 2024-25 batch of the DAESI program at the KVK campus. The program was inaugurated with the lighting of the lamp by *Sri G. Sridhar Reddy*, DAO, Suryapet District.In this program DAO & PD, ATMA, KVK PC&Head, all the Scientists, DAESI program Facilitators and 40 input Dealers were participated. DAESI program is one year duration diploma certificate program with 80 technical sessions and 8 field visits . It’s Central sponsored program by Ministry of Agriculture Govt of India, designed by MANAGE and organizing through SAMETI in the State, ATMA & KVK in the District level. Scientist Involved: D.Naresh Senior Scientist and Head (I/C)
KVK Scientists- Ch.Naresh, A.Kiran, Dr.T.Madhuri and D.Adrash Department Officials: Sri.G.Sridhar Reddy DAO Suryapet Dist. Sri.Pritham Kumar MAO Garedepally. P.Shankar Rao DAESI Facilitator
No. of trainees attended: 40
Training Programme on Promotion of Direct Seeded Rice for sustainable Rice Productionat Chivvemla Rythuvedika; Date: 04-02-2025
Activity: Conducted Training Programme on Promotion of Direct Seeded Rice for Sustainable Rice Production collaboration with ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad. In this programme KVK Scientists Highlighted the importance of direct-seeded rice (DSR) and shared insights on its cultivation, including the mechanization techniques involved, emphasizing their benefits in rice farming. Following this, the KVK scientists provided a detailed explanation of the advantages of direct-seeded rice. Staff Involved: D.Naresh SS & H (I/C), A.Kiran SMS (Soil Science) D.Venkatswarlu MAO, Chivvemla, T.Priyanka AEO Participants: 58 farmers participated.
SField visit to
Mango Orchards at Dupahad Village, Suryapet
Date:29.01.2025
Activity Details; visit to Mango orchards made on 29.01.2025 and
noticed the severe incidence of Mango leaf webber and powdery mildew
disease in mango crop. Recommended use of pesticides i.e. spray of Lamda Cyhalothrin 5 EC@1 ml/lit and Myclobutanil 0.5gm per liter at 20 days interval and also sugg schedule of Sprays, Nutrients management and water management.
Staff involved Ch.Naresh, SMS (Horticulture) and D.Adarsh, SMS (PP)
Awareness program on the importance of nutri garden at TS Model school, Anajipuram, Penpahad, suryapet on 27.01.2025
Activity Details: In this programme, created an awareness to school children to emphasize the importance of maintaining nutrition gardens at school and at home during their leisure time. The session also highlighted the significance of incorporating millets and their value-added products into their daily diet. Explained about the problems faced by malnutrition at a young age. Later briefly explained about the layout design what kind of vegetables and fruits can be grown and also explained about the pest and disease management with organically grown by use of neem based products. Staff Involved: N.Sugandhi PA ( Home Science) D. Adarsh SMS (Plant Protection); No of participants: 115 students, 4 teachers.
Demonstration on “Incorporation of Cotton stubbles by Cotton
Shredder under FLD at Mahamadapuram and Macharam on 27.01.2025
Activity : In this programme KVK scientists explained about advantages of incorporation of cotton stalks instead of burning. Burning of cotton stubbles causes damage to beneficial micro-organisms present in the upper layer of the soil and its organic quality. Suggested farmers about incorporation of cotton stalks in soil which increases the soil organic carbon and soil fertility and also suggested that the intensity of Pink
bollworm will increase if the crop is not removed in timely. In this programme 04 farmers participated.
Scientists Involved : D.Naresh I/C PC, A.Kiran SMS(Soil Science), D Adarsh SMS Plant Protection Other Staff: G. Santhosh YP-II
No of Participants : 07 farmers were participated in this programme.
Awareness Programme cum Distribution of Bioinoculents under Scheduled Caste SCSP 2024-25 at KVK, Gaddipaly Date : 23-01-2025 Activity : In this programme SAIRD Board Directors Dr. G. Satyanarayana Reddy, Dr. B.Venkateshwarlu participated and explained the livelihood of Scheduled Caste farmers will be improved by following integrated farming methods. and also were briefed about the programs organized under the SC sub plan. D.Naresh I/C Programme Coordinator, has explained about the importance of Biofertilizers, Biopesticides & Biofungicides in agriculture crops and the purpose of giving critical inputs to beneficiaries. Staff Involved : D.Naresh I/C PC, A.Kiran SMS(Soil Science), Ch.Naresh SMS (Horticulture), D Adarsh SMS Plant Protection; No of Participants : 50 farmers were participated
Exposure visit to Flower and Horticulture festival -Udyan Utsav 2nd -13th -2025
Date :08.01.2025
Place: Rashtrapathi nilayam, Hyderabad
Activity Details :- 1.Conducted Exposure visit to Udyan Ustsav and participated in Scientist and Farmers interaction meeting 2.Given awareness on Cultivation of chilli & Cucurbitaceous crops.
Staff Involved : Ch.Naresh SMS (Horticulture)
A.Kiran SMS (Soil Science Farmers-55
Field Visits to mulberry garden & silkworm rearing shed At Huzurnagar Date: 08.01.2025
Details of the Activity:
1. Dr. T. Madhuri (SMS- Sericulture) visited a mulberry garden previously affected by root rot, where plants had initially suffered up to 60% damage. After following IDM practices ( treatment with Trichoderma and SAAF as per schedule) as a part of the FLD program, the plants fully recovered, producing new branches and halting the disease spread. The farmer expressed gratitude for the successful demonstration.
2.Conducted a follow-up visit to a silkworm rearing shed. Observed uneven worm sizes and recommended separating undersized worms from matured ones. Detected low-level flacherie disease in one section of the rearing bed and advised removing affected worms, applying lime & turmeric (3;1) to prevent further spread, especially where worms are yet to be moult. Farmers Participated: 1
Field Visit and Input Distribution to FLD on Demonstration of Arka Citrus Special Spray for Correcting Micronutrient Deficiencies in Acid Lime at Narasimhulagudem of Munagala Mandal, Suryapet district on 07.01.2025.
Activity: 1. field visit and input distribution to FLD on Demonstration of Arka Citrus special spray for correcting Micronutrient deficiencies in Acid Lime. 2. In this programme A.Kiran, SMS(Soil Science) Briefly discusses the importance of micronutrients in acid lime cultivation and the common deficiencies observed. 3. introduced Arka citrus special, highlighting its composition and benefits for correcting deficiencies. 4. encourage participants to share their experiences with micronutrient management and discussed the advantages of using Arka citrus special
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