An awareness cum training programme on the scientific package of practices for watermelon and pumpkin cultivation was conducted on March 3 at Hezheto Village under Niuland Block.
The programme was organised under the Tribal Sub Plan by the All India Coordinated Research Project on Vegetable Crops, School of Agricultural Sciences, Medziphema Campus, Nagaland University, in collaboration with the Agricultural Technology Management Agency, Niuland.
The programme was chaired by Demalu Hasnusa, Block Technology Manager, ATMA, Niuland Block, and was graced by Prof Akali Sema, Tribal Sub Plan in charge and Professor in charge of the Research Cell, School of Agricultural Sciences.
Dr Ashwini Ananda served as the resource person and delivered a detailed lecture on scientific practices for cucurbitaceous crops, including watermelon and pumpkin.
He explained improved production techniques, nutrient management and the identification and control of major pests and diseases. A live demonstration on the proper use of agro chemicals was also conducted. Inputs were distributed to 30 farmers.