Karnataka takes lead in Icrisat’s Bhoochetana.... Icrisat’s Bhoochetana programme, which is aimed at checking the health of soil and suggesting corrective measures, is gaining momentum. Icrisat, the Government of Karnataka, JSW Foundation and Anandana Coca-Cola India Foundation launched three knowledge-sharing and watershed projects at the institute’s headquarters.Krishi Gyan Sagar (KGS) and Krishi Vani (agriculture extension using telecom services) under Bhoochetana II; Integrated Watershed Management in Bellary district; and Integrated Water Resource Management in Kolar district. These programme look beyond enhancing water use efficiency through good agricultural practices. They are initiatives that transform target villages into model villages.Bhoochetana programme would be expanded to whole of Karnataka over a period of time. The project will use Information and Communication Technology- based tools and means to provide latest information on soil nutrient status, package of practices, pests and diseases, taluk-wise nutrient recommendations, and crop related information in Kannada and English.
Posted on: Fri, 05 Jul 2013 05:23:15 +0000
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