Friday, September 25, 2015

Three day Krishi mela from September 27th :

University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad will organize four days Krishi Mela from September 27th and it will focus on farmers' self-esteem-farm stability, said D P Biradar, Vice-chancellor, UAS, Dharwad. 

He told reporters that on first day, the Beeja (seeds) Mela will be inaugurated by Mallanna Nagaral, who is a progressive farmer from Bagalkot district and after the inauguration; Matsya mela will also be organized. There will also be interaction of farmers with Scientists to discuss their problems and to find solution to face drought like situation. 

On 2nd day, discussion on financial issues will be conducted for the benefit of farmers. Well known financial experts from various financial institutes will participate to guide farmers in financial management. 

CM Siddaramaiah will also participate in the mela and inaugurate core fest mela on the third day of Krishi mela. Agriculture minister Krishna Byregowda will also attend. We are expecting nearly 10 lakh farmers to attend Krishi mela, he added. 

"Arrangements have been made to hold exhibition of newly invented agricultural equipment, Mastya mela, organic farming, Hi-Tech horticulture methods, integrated farming system, home science, Bakery products, medicinal and aromatic plants and animal husbandry. Scientists will also hold demo on new crop production pattern, animal science technology and achievements of institute of organic farming," he said.

Source : Times of India

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