‘Farmers must adopt mixed cropping to improve yield, soil health’ | Prayagraj News
Prayagraj: Cabinet minister Surya Pratap Shahi and minister of state Baldev Singh Aulakh on Wednesday launched the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan for the Kanpur and Prayagraj divisions, focusing on quality seeds and natural farming, aiming to bring research from labs to farms.“The govt has ensured sufficient availability of seeds, fertilizers and chemicals across all districts of both divisions,” Shahi said during the kharif season workshop held at district panchayat compound in Prayagraj.He directed immediate repair of damaged tube wells and suggested farmers adopt mixed cropping and sowing of Dhaincha (generally used as green manure crop. It can be grown in all seasons having sufficient moisture in soil) to improve yield and soil health.Farmers were advised to use fertilizers according to their Soil Health Cards to enhance productivity and sustainability in agriculture.The minister highlighted the need to reduce dependency on pulses imports and instructed chief development officers to plan agricultural strategies based on district demands.They also visited and reviewed the agriculture exhibition that showcased modern techniques and advancements in farming to promote sustainable and developed agriculture in the region.They also took feedback from farmers of different districts and emphasized that the purpose of such workshops is to address their concerns and implement their suggestions. He praised the Prayagraj and Kanpur joint workshop as the most productive so far.Agricultural scientists, officials, and farmers actively participated, sharing valuable insights.
