The All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Pulses at the Dryland Agriculture Research Station (DARS), SKUAST-Kashmir, organized a Farmers’ Day at Dodoo village, Circle Marhama, Bijbehara, Anantnag, under the Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) initiative.
The event, attended by 25 tribal farmers, aimed to encourage pulse cultivation as a sustainable agricultural practice. The programme brought together experts including Dr. S. A. Dar, Principal Investigator (PI), AICRP Pulses; Dr. Latief Ahmad, Incharge TSP, AICRP Pulses; Dr. Syed Talib Hussain, Agriculture Extension Officer (AEO), Bijbehara; and Mrs. Rubia Shabir, Circle Officer Marhama.
In his welcome address, Dr. Latief Ahmad emphasized the role of pulses in sustainable agriculture and food security, stressing the need for strategic crop planning, especially in drought-prone regions. He also guided farmers on advanced production techniques to enhance productivity. Dr. S. A. Dar highlighted the nutritional and economic benefits of pulse cultivation, aligning with the Government of India’s mission to boost pulse production.
Dr. Syed Talib Hussain provided insights into various government schemes available for farmers through the Department of Agriculture. He also introduced the Kissan Kidmat Ghar (KKG), a one-stop resource center for farmers to access agricultural services and schemes.
As part of the initiative, tarpaulins, farm tools, and high-quality pulse seeds were distributed to support farmers in improving their agricultural sustainability and livelihoods. The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Ruhila Shabir.
