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Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Organic Farming”
Start Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025
End Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Day 4. Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Organic Farming” sponsored by State Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (SAMETI), Puducherry for rural youth of Karaikal is being conducted from 10.02.2025 to 15.02.205. Techincal Section: 1. Dr. V. Aravinth SMS (Agronomy) - Vermicomposting & Indigenous practices in Organic Farming 2. Dr. S. Divya, SMS (PP)- Pest and disease management in Organic farming 3. Mr. C. Antoni Dass, Farm Manager - Preparation of Enriched Manures Method Demonstration on Vermicompost production technology and Enrich manure making
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Organic Farming”
Start Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2025
End Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Day 2. Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Organic Farming” sponsored by State Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (SAMETI), Puducherry for rural youth of Karaikal is being conducted from 10.02.2025 to 15.02.205. Techincal Section: 1. Dr. V. Aravinth SMS (Agronomy) - Conversion to organic farming and Off-farm resources; coir pith, press mud, oil cakes, fly ash , bio-compost, minerals, bone meal, bio-fertilizers, traditional preparations. 2. Mr. J. Kathiravan SMS (Horti) - Seed treatment techniques and Basic steps for organic farming. Method Demonstration on Panchagavya and Coir pith Compost
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News paper coverage
Start Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2025
End Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Training programme on Organic Farming under Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) sponsored by State Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (SAMETI), Puducherry for rural youth of Karaikal. The above training programme was published in local dailies.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Organic Farming”
Start Date: Monday, February 10, 2025
End Date: Monday, February 10, 2025

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Day 1. Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Organic Farming” sponsored by State Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (SAMETI), Puducherry for rural youth of Karaikal is being conducted from 10.02.2025 to 15.02.205. Welcome Adderss: Dr. J. Kathiravan SMS (Hoticulture), Inaugural address : Dr. S. Ravi. Ph.D., Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal. Techincal Section: 1. Dr. V. Aravinth SMS (Agronomy) - Principles and concepts of Organic Farming and Bio-diversity. 2. Ms. R. Pavithra, SRF (NICRA) - Sources of organic manures and Organic carbon; status and improvement strategies- conservation tillage system. Method Demonstration Kana Jeevamirtham and Egg Amino Acid
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Exhibition in the Farm Fest cum Flower show.
Start Date: Friday, February 7, 2025
End Date: Sunday, February 9, 2025

Event Category : Agriculture Exhibition
Venue : Botanical Garden, Puducherry.
Description : Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Govt. of Puducherry jointly organising 'Farm Fest -2025 cum Flower, Vegetable and Fruit show' from 7th to 9th February. As part of this program. KVK has put up an Exhibition stall and displays various technologies. Hon'ble Agrl. Minister, MLAs, Director of Agriculture and other officials have visited the stall. Following technologies were exhibited by KVK. 1.Vertical garden 2.Cocoponics 4.Waste into best gardening 5.Protray nursery 6.Organic inputs 7.Bio fertilizers 8.Nano fertilizers 9.Crop boosters 10.Minor millets 11.Feed & Fodder technologies for landless people 12.Probiotics for fish. Sale of Vegetable seeds, organic inputs and crop boosters also took place
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

On campus training on dehydration techniques of greens
Start Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025
End Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Demo on dehydration technique of greens viz curry leaf,mint, moringa leaves and coriander leaves) (FLD- Dehydration technique in greens)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Live Streaming of Third episode of Krishi Choupal programme
Start Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025
End Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal.
Description : *Live streaming of the third episode of Krishi Choupal program was shown to the farmers through DD Kisan and translated in regional language . *Created a platform for dissemination of improved technology information among the farmers through recorded farmer-Scientist interface.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Skill training - Friends of Coconut Tree (Day 6/6) .
Start Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025
End Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board Regional office, Coimbatore jointly organising a skill training for youth. Duration of the training is 6 days (27.01.25- 01.02.25). Following activities are conducted on day6: Conducted Coconut Olympics competition and distributed prizes to the winners. Also distributed climbing devices to all participants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Off campus training on IDM in Cotton
Start Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025
End Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Panchatcharapuram Village,Nedungadu commune
Description : Major Diseases and IDM methods are discussed and Demo on soil application of Bacillus subtilis was conducted (FLD- Demonstration on Cotton variety Suraksha (CICR-H Cotton 36)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Exhibition at International Conference on Rainfed Agriculture: Building Pathways for Resilience & Sustainable Livelihoods.
Start Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
End Date: Friday, January 31, 2025

Event Category : Agriculture Exhibition
Venue : ICAR-CRIDA, Hyderabad, Telangana.
Description : International Conference on Rainfed Agriculture: Building Pathways for Resilience & Sustainable Livelihoods – 2025 was organized by Indian Society of Dryland Agriculture, ICAR- Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, in collaboration with Indian Council of Agriculture Research, New Delhi. In this event, KVK had put up a stall and exhibited Climatic Resilient Rice varieties of KKL(R) 1 to 4 and posters of NICRA interventions & success stories.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Wednesday, January 1, 2025
End Date: Friday, January 31, 2025

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Production and distribution of technological products advisory service Training Demonstration units field visits
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Skill training - Friends of Coconut Tree (Day 1/6) .
Start Date: Monday, January 27, 2025
End Date: Friday, January 31, 2025

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board Regional office, Coimbatore jointly organising a skill training for youth. Duration of the training is 6 days (27.01.25- 01.02.25). Following activities are conducted on day 1: 1) The training was inaugurated by Dr. S. Ravi, PC. 2) Technical session on 'Introduction to coconut palm cultivation' by J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort). 3) Technical session on Nursery technology by Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Ag). 4) Session on climbing machine parts, working mechanism and trial by master trainers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Swachh Bharath Abhiyan Activities 2024-25
Start Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025
End Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Awareness programme on sanitation ,cleanliness and pledge taken among the school children under Swachha Bharath Abiyan 2024-25 activity at KVK campus
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

School students exposure visit
Start Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025
End Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Government School Students from the Vizhithiyur and Agalankannu undergone exposure visit to KVK. Functioning modalities of KVK was explained to the students. Students visited KVK farm and demonstration units.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Radio Talk (Live Phone in Programme)
Start Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
End Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : All India Radio, Karaikal
Description : Participated in the live phone in programme (Kisanvani) broadcasted in AIR, Karaikal and narrated about the incidence of major livestock & poultry diseases in winter season and it's management and also clarified doubts of farmers and public through live phone in programme. Participants: 12 Farmers and Farm women came live phone in programme in AIR, Karaikal broadcasting and clarified their doubts
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

News paper coverage about the inauguration of Skill training - Friends of Coconut Tree.
Start Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
End Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board Regional office, Coimbatore jointly organizing a skill training for youth. The program was inaugurated on 27.1.25.News about the inauguration is published in today's dailies.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Poster presentation in International Conference on Rainfed Agriculture: Building Pathways for Resilience & Sustainable Livelihoods-2025.
Start Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
End Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : ICAR-CRIDA, Hyderabad, Telangana.
Description : International Conference on “Rainfed Agriculture: Building Pathways for Resilience & Sustainable Livelihoods – 2025” was organized by Indian Society of Dryland Agriculture, ICAR- Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, in collaboration with Indian Council of Agriculture Research, New Delhi. As a part of this occasion, a poster entitled with “Influence of plant geometry and foliar nutrition on growth and yield of Rice Fallow Cotton (RFC) in coastal deltaic region of Karaikal” was presented and explained.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

FLD- Demonsatrion of TNAU Rice Bloom for higher yields in Paddy-Field Visit
Start Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
End Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Ambagarthur village
Description : Field visit to the FLD farmers filed at Ambagarthur village , Paddy standing crop and harvesting stage after application of TNAU RIce bloom. FLD on Demonstration on TNAU Rice Bloom to improve grain filling rate and yield of Rice crop is being conducted in 10 farmers field.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Off campus training on IPM in Mango
Start Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025
End Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Agalankannu Village
Description : Major pest and IPM methods are discussed and Demo on Beauveria bassiana and Verticilium lecanii and pheromone trap installation was conducted in mango. (OFT- Assessment of Biointensive Pest Management of Mango Leaf hopper)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Nursery Management of Coconut
Start Date: Monday, January 27, 2025
End Date: Monday, January 27, 2025

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : A lecture was given to rural youth on Nursery area, Selection of seed nuts, Intercultural operations, Selection of seedlings and Crop boosters for Coconut.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Exhibition in the Millets & Organics in International Trade Fair -2024 at Bangalore
Start Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025
End Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Tripuravasini, Palace ground, Bangalore.
Description : More than 330 stalls, including one international and 170 private stalls, that were put up at the fair displayed millet-based products such as noodles, pasta, ice-cream, kulfi, yogurt, buns, and biscuits. During the fair, 105 marketers/exporters and 194 manufacturers/producers participated in meetings.The fair provided a platform for all stakeholders to share knowledge, expertise and business practices on the importance of soil, and the introduction and continuation of the heritage of desi seeds farming apart from the organic and millet sector. Hon'ble Agriculture Minister N. Cheluvarayaswamy and MLA C.N. Ashwath Narayan presided over the valedictory ceremony. KVK, Karaikal has put up an Exhibition stall and displayed organic inputs, Traditional Rice varieties and Millet varieties. The Honourable Agrl. Minister Puducherry has opened the KVK, Karaikal stall in the presence of Director of Agriculture, Puducherry and other officials.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Phone in programme on Integrated Crop Management in Pulses.
Start Date: Tuesday, January 21, 2025
End Date: Tuesday, January 21, 2025

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : All India Radio, Karaikal
Description : Phone in programme (radio talk) of Dr.V.Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal on Integrated Crop Management in Pulses.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Exhibition in the Farm Fest- Display of value added products from the KVK Promoted SHG members.
Start Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025
End Date: Sunday, January 19, 2025

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Stadium Karaikal
Description : The Karaikal District administration along with department of Tourism, department of Art and Culture and Department of Agriculture jointly organising 'Karaikal Carnival' from 16th to 19th January. As part of this program Department of agriculture is conducting Flower show and Farm fest. KVK has put up Exhibition stall and displays various technologies. Honarable Chief Minister of Puducherry along with Ministers and MLA's visited our KVK stall during the Karaikal Flower show , on this occasion SMS(Extn) has explained about the KVK has taken efforts towards the woman empowerment for Self help group members of Karaikal District.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Exhibition in the Farm Fest
Start Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025
End Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Karaikal Stadium
Description : The Karaikal District administration along with department of Tourism, department of Art and Culture and Department of Agriculture jointly organising 'Karaikal Carnival' from 16th to 19th January. As part of this program Department of agriculture is conducting Flower show and Farm fest. KVK has put up Exhibition stall and displays various technologies. Honourable Chief Minister and Honourable Speaker have opened the KVK stall in the presence of Hon'ble Agrl. Minister, Hon'ble Minister for Civil supplies, MLAs, Director of Agriculture and other officials. Following technologies were exhibited by KVK. 1.Vertical garden 2.Cocoponics 3.Microgreens 4.Waste into best gardening 5.Different breeds of goats 6.Different varieties of Chicks 7.Japanese quil 8.Fish varieties 9.Traditional rice varieties 10.Organic inputs 11.Bio fertilizer and bio control agents 12.Mushrooms and spawn 13.Different varieties of honey 14.Coconut climber and multi tree climber
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Swachh Bharath Abhiyan Activities 2024-25
Start Date: Wednesday, January 8, 2025
End Date: Wednesday, January 8, 2025

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Awareness programme on sanitation ,cleanliness and pledge taken among the school children under Swachha Bharath Abiyan 2024-25 activity at KVK campus
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

On campus training on ICM in vegetables.
Start Date: Friday, January 3, 2025
End Date: Friday, January 3, 2025

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of DAPSC an on campus training on "ICM in vegetables" has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 3.1.25. Improved varieties in vegetable crops, protray nursery technology, use of bio agents & organic inputs and micronutrient management were taught to the participants. Demonstrations on Fish amino acid and Bio agents application were conducted. Distributed vegetable seeds to the participants under SCSP.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Fish fingerlings Distribution to the SC farmers of Karaikal district under DAPSC 2024-25.
Start Date: Friday, January 3, 2025
End Date: Friday, January 3, 2025

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of the DAPSC activity 2024-25, the distribution of Pacu fish fingerlings to lnland fish culture SC farmers of Karaikal district .
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

FFS on Establishment of Nutri Garden to Krishi Sakhis. (Week XI).
Start Date: Thursday, January 2, 2025
End Date: Thursday, January 2, 2025

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmer Field School on Establishment of Nutri garden to Krishi Sakhis under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Following activities were conducted on week XI. Sessions on Organic pest management practices and storage techniques for vegetables were conducted. Demonstrated on installation of various types of Pheromone traps and sticky traps.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Monday, December 2, 2024
End Date: Monday, December 30, 2024

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Participated and interacted in the DHAN Foundation-Kalanjiam-SHG Members Federation Annual meet.
Start Date: Friday, December 27, 2024
End Date: Friday, December 27, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Thirunallar
Description : *A number of initiatives have been taken by the KVK for the development of SHG members, which have yielded positive outcomes. *The DHAN Foundation, Madurai-Kalanjiam SHG Members Federation (Thirunallar commune), has organized a self-help group members annual meeting and discussion. *On this occasion, on behalf of KVK, Karaikal, SMS (Agrl, Extension) and lead bank officials of Karaikal were graced by the occasion. *In this continuation of the program, KVK promoted successful women entrepreneurs interaction with the active Kalanjiam self-help group members of the Thirunallar commune. *The women entrepreneurs interacted and stressed with the active self-help group members to establish a small level of value-added products unit with the technical guidance of KVK Karaikal and supported agencies.  *And also requested to the SHG members immediately that all are starting small levels of business in any interested ventures with the technical guidance of the KVK.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

On campus training on "Package of practices for High value tree crops".
Start Date: Friday, December 27, 2024
End Date: Friday, December 27, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : On campus training on "Package of practices for High value tree crops" is conducted today at KVK, Karaikal. Saplings of Teak, Redsander, Kumil teak, Mahagony and Vengai were distributed to the participants to encourage tree cultivation on the bunds and boundaries.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

FLD Programme-Method demonstration of Multi Tree climber under ICAR-SCSP component 2024-25 for rural youth of Karaikal district.
Start Date: Thursday, December 26, 2024
End Date: Thursday, December 26, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal has organized a Method demonstration of Multi Tree climber under ICAR-SCSP component 2024-25 for rural youth of Karaikal district (FLD Programme). * Mr. Sree Varadhan, R-Technologies, Coimbatore, has handled the session on the demonstration of the multi-tree climber in the coconut tree and explained about the device's functioning, do’s and don’ts, etc., to the participants. * All the participants practiced on the multi-tree climber device on climbing the coconut tree and imparted on skill. * And also created awareness about cleanliness and sanitation under the swachhata Pakhwada activities among the participants. Feedback from the Participants: The Multi Tree Climber is a device low weight, easy transportation, climbing. It has a locking system that allows the climber to work at any height without fear of falling. The device is useful for trees with different girths and has been used to climb coconut trees.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

FFS on Establishment of Nutri Garden to Krishi Sakhis. (Week X).
Start Date: Tuesday, December 24, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, December 24, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmer Field School on Establishment of Nutri garden to Krishi Sakhis under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Following activities were conducted on week X Sessions on Usage of bio agents and maturity indices for vegetables were conducted. Demo on Panchagavya preparation was conducted.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

National Farmers Day celebration.
Start Date: Monday, December 23, 2024
End Date: Monday, December 23, 2024

Event Category : National Farmer Day (Kisan Diwas)
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : National farmers day is celebrated today at KVK, Karaikal in association with Department of Agriculture. Lectures were delivered on following topics: 1. Usage of rice bloom 2. IPM practices in rice 3. Agroforestry system 4. Japanese quail rearing 5. Kisan Sarathi helpline Distributed inputs viz., Rice bloom, IPM kit and tree saplings.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

FLD on “Demonstration of TNAU Rice Bloom for Higher yield in rice
Start Date: Monday, December 23, 2024
End Date: Monday, December 23, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of the Kisan Diwas programme distributed(4 Kg / farmer) and demonstrated the input for FLD on “Demonstration of TNAU Rice Bloom for Higher yield in rice” and lecture given the about the TNAU Rice Bloom application in the Samba season for rice filed .
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Demonstration on application TNAU Rice Bloom to Rice crop under NICRA Project.
Start Date: Monday, December 23, 2024
End Date: Monday, December 23, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Pettai village
Description : As part of NICRA Project, demonstration on TNAU Rice Bloom technology to the farmers farmers field organized by this Kendra. Elaborated on method of application, quantity and benefits of using TNAU Rice Bloom to Rice crop. Further, TNAU Rice Bloom was distributed to the beneficiary farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Engagement with school children quize completion in school children’s to engage younger audiences and spread awareness, under Swachhta pakhwada programme
Start Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024
End Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Middle School, Thirunallār̥
Description : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Karaikal celebrated Swachhta pakhwada programme during December 16 to 31,2024 under this various activities organised awareness campaign about cleanliness healthy hygiene etc., In this context, quiz completion conducted at Thirunallar Middle school children’s and stressed about the cleanliness and sanitation .
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

SWACHHATA PAKHWADA -2024- Campus cleaning
Start Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024
End Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Swachhata Pakhwada Activities like banner Displayed at prominent place in the kvk premises , created awareness about the importance of cleanliness and sanitation among the public and KVK staffs and cleaning the premises of veterinary unit by KVK staffs.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Phone in Program on Cocoponics technique for terrace gardening.
Start Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024
End Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : All India Radio, Karaikal
Description : Phone in program on "Cocoponics technique in terrace gardening" was broadcasted as live interaction between farmers and J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) of KVK, Karaikal from 7.30 to 8.00 pm. Farmers and homemakers in and around Karaikal district have connected through phone and got clarified their doubts.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

FFS on IPM in Rice (Week VII)
Start Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024
End Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Ambagarathur Village
Description : Farmer Field School on IPDM in Rice is being conducted at Ambagarathur, Karaikal. Following activities were conducted on week VII. Agro Eco System Analysis. Session on Natural Enemies in rice ecosystem Demo on preparation of poison bait against rat was conducted.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

SWACHHATA PAKHWADA -2024-Display banner in prominent place
Start Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024
End Date: Thursday, December 19, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Swachhata Pakhwada Activities, banner Displayed at prominent place in the kvk premises , created awareness about the cleanliness and sanitation among the public.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered on Organic cultivation of rice.
Start Date: Wednesday, December 18, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : A lecture on Organic cultivation of rice was delivered to FPO members in a programme organized by Marathum FPO, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration on OFT was conducted against leaf folder
Start Date: Wednesday, December 18, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Ambagarathur Village
Description : Demonstration was conducted on Azadiractin and Neemastara under OFT on Assessment of Natural and organic Pest Management Technology of leaf folder management in Rice
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Joint Diagnostic visit
Start Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Nallathur, Melakasakudy, varichikudy,Thiruvetaikudy, keezhakasakudy villages of Karaikal Districts
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to a paddy fields at different villages of Karaikal district today. Diagnosed that paddy crop was infested by leaf folder and Potash defeciency noticed. Recommended to drainout the water in paddy fields for 5- 7 days and to install the light trap @1/acre,recommended to apply neem oil @ 0.3% and foliar spray of 2 % DAP + 1% KCL
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

FFS on Establishment of Nutri Garden to Krishi Sakhis. (Week IX)
Start Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmer Field School on Establishment of Nutri garden to Krishi Sakhis under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Following activities were conducted on week IX. The Deputy Collector cum BDO interacted with the participants. Session on Disease management in vegetable crops by Dr. C. Rettinasababady, Former PC, KVK, Karaikal. Agro Ecosystem Analysis by J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort).
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News paper coverage about the Joint diagnostic visit.
Start Date: Saturday, December 14, 2024
End Date: Saturday, December 14, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Puducherry
Description : Joint diagnostic visit to the flood affected areas of Puducherry was made on 11th and 12th December 2024 by a team consists of experts from KVKs Karaikal & Puducherry and PAJANCOA &RI. News about the event is published in today's dailies.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Joint Diagnostic visit to the flood affected fields.
Start Date: Friday, December 13, 2024
End Date: Friday, December 13, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Yanam
Description : As instructed by the Lt. Governor of Puducherry the Director of Agriculture constituted a committee consists experts from KVK, Karaikal and PAJANCOA&RI to make a joint diagnostic visit to the flood affected areas of Yanam for providing scientific advisories to ameliorate the damaged crops. The committee has visited 7 fields in 5 villages and provided advisories to mitigate the flood affected crops.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Joint Diagnostic visit to the flood affected fields (Day 2).
Start Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024
End Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Puducherry
Description : As instructed by the Lt. Governor of Puducherry the Director of Agriculture constituted a committee consists experts from KVKs of Karaikal & Puducherry and PAJANCOA&RI to make a joint diagnostic visit to the flood affected areas of Puducherry for providing scientific advisories to ameliorate the damaged crops. The committee has visited 15 fields in 12 villages and provided advisories to mitigate the flood affected crops.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Radio Talk (Live Phone in Programme)
Start Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024
End Date: Thursday, December 12, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : All India Radio, Karaikal
Description : Participated in the live phone in programme (Kisanvani) broadcasted in AIR, Karaikal and narrated about the major pest and disease symptoms and integrated pest and disease management practises in samba and thaaladi rice cultivation and clarified doubts of farmers and public through live phone in programme. Participants: 6 Farmers and Farm women came live phone in programme in AIR, Karaikal broadcasting and clarified their doubts
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

News paper coverage on Joint diagnostic visit of cyclone affected areas of Karaikal region
Start Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : News about the addressing current field problems and their management to paddy farmers is published in dailies.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Newspaper coverage. - Paddy
Start Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : News Coverage about weather based adversities for Rice crop cultivation to the farmers of carvery delta region is published in local dailies Staff involved: PC, SMS (Agronomy), SMS (PP) and SRF (NICRA) Daily: Dinathanthi (Vivasaya malar)
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Joint Diagnostic visit to the flood affected fields.
Start Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Puducherry
Description : Cyclone Fengal, which made landfall near Puducherry on November 30, was a low-intensity storm as it maintained a wind speed of about 75-95 kmph. However, the cyclone left a trail of destruction in its wake and standing crops were destroyed over large areas. As instructed by the Lt. Governor of Puducherry the Director of Agriculture constituted a committee consists experts from KVKs of Karaikal & Puducherry and PAJANCOA&RI to make a joint diagnostic visit to the flood affected areas of Puducherry for providing scientific advisories to ameliorate the damaged crops. The committee has visited 20 fields in 9 villages and provided advisories to mitigate the flood affected crops viz., Rice, Black gram, Groundnut, Banana, Guava and Chilli.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

On campus training on Murrel fish culture in Fresh water
Start Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : On campus training on "Murrel fish culture in Fresh water is conducted at KV Karaikal.During the training Mono cultur e of Murrel fish and thieirl feeding Technology discussed with farners.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Joint Diagnostic visit - fengal cyclone
Start Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Subarayapuram,Karukankudy,Pettai,valathamangalam,kannapur,madur,kumarakudy villages of Karaikal Districts
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to a paddy fields at different villages of Karaikal district today. Diagnosed that paddy crop was infested by leaf folder,gallmidge and mites below ETL and stem rot and narrow brown spot diseases incidence noticed. Recommended to drainout the water in paddy fields for 5- 7 days and to install the light trap @1/acre,recommended to apply neem oil @ 0.3%,field release of Trichogramma chilonis Parasitoids and foliar spray of B. bassiana 1.15% WP @ 1 kg/acre and Bacillus subtilis @10g/lit for stem rot and narrow brown spot.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

FFS on Establishment of Nutri Garden to Krishi Sakhis. (Week VIII)
Start Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmer Field School on Establishment of Nutri garden to Krishi Sakhis under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Following activities were conducted on week VIII. Agro Eco System Analysis. Session on Organic inputs used in Nutri garden and Demo on Panchagavya preparation was conducted.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Doordarshan Live programme on Agronomic Techniques in Groundnut cultivation
Start Date: Monday, December 9, 2024
End Date: Monday, December 9, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Doordarshan Kendra, Puducherry
Description : Dr. S. Ravi, Programme Coordinator of this Kendra participated in a Doordarshan Live programme on Agronomic techniques in Groundnut cultivation. The Programme was broadcast live on 09.12.2024 from 5.30 p.m to 6.30 p.m. During, which Groundnut production technologies were delivered.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

On campus training on Terrace gardening.
Start Date: Monday, December 9, 2024
End Date: Monday, December 9, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of FLD on 'Demonstration on Cocoponics in terrace gardening' on campus training on "Terrace gardening" is conducted today at KVK, Karaikal. Critical inputs also distributed to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News paper coverage – Post event
Start Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
End Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : News coverage about the training on soil health management in the eve of World Soil Day 2024 on 05.12.2024 at KVK campus was published in local dailies.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Live Streaming of first episode of Krishi Choupal programme
Start Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
End Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Campus, Karaikal.
Description : *Live streaming of the first episode of Krishi Choupal program was shown to the farmers through DD Kisan and translated in regional language . *Created awareness about 54 new varieties out of 109 new varieties of different crops released that are suitable to Rabi season.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

FLD-Training on Therapeutic food products from traditional /medicinal rice – A promising venture for rice processors for SHG's members.
Start Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
End Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal has organized a FLD-training programme on Therapeutic food products from traditional /medicinal rice – A promising venture for rice processors for SHG's members of Karaikal district. The objective of the programme was to impart training on Ready to use products from traditional rice Value added products like-instant food mixes, ready to eat products, extruded products retains the nutraceutical properties, packing and marketing strategies, etc.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

On campus training for cattle farmers on "Management of metabolic diseases of cow"
Start Date: Friday, December 6, 2024
End Date: Friday, December 6, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : On campus training on "Management of metabolic diseases of cow" is conducted on 06.12.2025 at KVK, Karaikal. Farmers were educated on the causes of metabolic diseases and methods to prevent such occurrences were discussed.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Celebration of World Soil Health Day
Start Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024
End Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : World Soil Health Day was observed in Karaikal KVk on 5.12.2024 and various lectures on importance of soil health management, Bio pesticides and IDM were conducted during the programme. Further, as part of the programme Soil Health cards were distributed to the 46 farmers of the NICRA villages and inputs like rice bloom etc were also distributed to the beneficiaries of NICRA scheme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News paper coverage on advisory services on current pest management issues in paddy.
Start Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : News about the addressing current field problems and their management to paddy farmers is published in dailies.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Sale of Carp Fish fingerlings to Fish farmers
Start Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK ,Karaikal produce the Carp Fish fingerlings Viz,Catla, Rohu,& Mirgal Using FRP Carp hatchery Unit. The stocking size fish fingerlings are sold to fish farmers of Karaikal region.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

FFS on Establishment of Nutri Garden to Krishi Sakhis. (Week VII)
Start Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmer Field School on Establishment of Nutri garden to Krishi Sakhis under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Following activities were conducted on week VII. Agro Eco System Analysis. Session on Micronutrient management in vegetables. Demo on Arka vegetable special application. Preparation of Muttai (egg) Elumichai (lemon) karaisal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

IPM in Rice for major pest,symptom and their management practices is discussed with farmers
Start Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Ambagarathur village
Description : Demo on pheromone trap and field release of Trichogramma Parasitoids was carried out.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit - OFT
Start Date: Monday, December 2, 2024
End Date: Monday, December 2, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Ambagarathur village
Description : Field visit was made to OFT Rice fields at Ambagarathur village of Karaikal district today. Diagnosed that Rice crop was infested by leaf folder infestation is below ETL Recommended to release of egg parasitoid Trichogramma chilonis @5 cc/ha/release thrice at weekly interval Instalation of light trap@1 / ha Setup Bird perches Apply Beauveria bassiana @ 2.5 kg/ha
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit
Start Date: Monday, December 2, 2024
End Date: Monday, December 2, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Thennangudy village
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to Rice field and gave advisory about Weed management. To control Echinochloa sp. recommend to spray Cyhalofop butyl 10% EW @ 0.08 kg ai/ha.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit to Rice field
Start Date: Monday, December 2, 2024
End Date: Monday, December 2, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Sellur Village
Description : Visited the Direct seeded Rice field and given advisories about weed management and Nutrient management. Recommended to make proper drainage facilities in the field. Also Rice crop was infested by Gall midge and it was below ETL. Recommended to Release Platygaster oryzae parasitised galls at 1/10 sq.m and to Setup infra red light trap and monitor the adult flies.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Friday, November 1, 2024
End Date: Friday, November 29, 2024

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Field Visit - Paddy KKL(R)-2
Start Date: Monday, November 25, 2024
End Date: Monday, November 25, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Neivacherry village
Description : Following Climate resilient technology component of KKL(R) 2 Rice field have been visited.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demo on Trichogramma chilonis
Start Date: Monday, November 25, 2024
End Date: Monday, November 25, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Ambagarathur village
Description : Demonstration was conducted on Trichogramma chilonis under OFT on Assessment of Natural and organic Pest Management Technology of leaf folder management in Rice
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Karaikal women’s Conference- women entrepreneurs business conclave
Start Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
End Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Vinayaka Missions Medical College & Hospital, Kottucherry, Karaikal.
Description : A number of initiatives have been taken by the KVK for the development of SHG Members, which have yielded positive outcomes. Karaikal Women’s conference- 2024 was organized by the district administration. The Honorable Lieutenant Governor, Honorable Ministers, Public representatives, District collector and higher officials were graced the occasion. The Honorable Lt. Governor of Puducherry has launched a women entrepreneur’s business conclave programme as part of the Women's Conference 2024 at the NIT campus in Karaikal in the forenoon session. In this continuation of the organized KVK promoted successful women entrepreneurs interaction with the active self-help group members of the Karaikal district at the Vinayaka Missions Medical College & Hospital afternoon session on 21.11.2024. *The women entrepreneurs interacted and stressed with the active self-help group members to establish a small level of value-added products unit with the technical guidance of KVK
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Exhibition on Drone in the eve of women conference
Start Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
End Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : NIT, Karaikal
Description : Karaikal Women conference 2024 was organized by the district administration. Honourable Lieutenant Governor, Honourable Ministers, Public representatives, District collector and higher officials were graced the occasion. In this program KVK had put up a stall and exhibited drone and created awareness on NAMO Drone DIDI scheme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Celebration of world fisheries at KVK Karaikal
Start Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
End Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : To celebrate the World fisheries day at KVK. : Dr. S. Ravi, PC delivered inaugural address about the World Fisheries day and Enhance the Fish production to farmers. Technical session : Lecture cum demonstration on Polyculture of fish with prawn culture rearing Technology discussed by J.Murugesan Sub inspector fisheries
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Particpated in the training on SATHI portal (Seed Authentication Traceability& Holistic Inventory).
Start Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024
End Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : PAJANCO&RI, Karaikal
Description : SMS (Agronomy) and Farm Manager of Karaikal, KVK are participated in the Sensitization training programme on SATHI portal (Seed Authentication Traceability & Holistic Inventory) application on 16.11.24 at PAJANCOA & RI, Karaikal organized by PSCA, Puducherry.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News paper coverage on advisory services on current pest management issues in paddy.
Start Date: Friday, November 15, 2024
End Date: Friday, November 15, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : News about the addressing current field problems and their management to paddy farmers is published in today's dailies.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Participation of Karaikal KVK Subject Matter Specialists in preliminary meeting of Women conference, 2024 scheduled on 21st November, 2024
Start Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024
End Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : District Collector Chamber, Collectrate, Karaikal
Description : As per the Direction of the District Collector cum Chairman, KVK Scientist attended the preliminary meeting on conduct of Women Conference, 2024 by District Administration, Karaikal to be held on 21st November, 2024 at NIT campus Karaikal. During the meeting, District collector has ear marked certain role for KVK scientist for smooth functioning the programme viz., arrangement for drone demonstration and training on its application, mobilization of Industrial company executives for interaction with the SHG women and Krishi Sakis and also participation in the arrangement of Food, accommodation and transport committees
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Scientific Visit to newly Established Oyster Mushroom Production Unit to provide advisory services to expand the business.
Start Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Vizhuthiyur village
Description : KVK,Karaikal is giving Skill training on Mushroom production at regular intervals to Karaikal district farmers/rural youth/ SHG members. One of the trainee has Established Oyster Mushroom Production Unit at Vizhuthiyur village and she was advised to reuse the used bed to Vermicompost Production by SMS(PP).
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Weed management .
Start Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmer Field School on Establishment of Nutri garden to Krishi Sakhis under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Lecture delivered about the Weed management in Horticulture crops.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

FFS on Establishment of Nutri Garden to Krishi Sakhis. (Week VI)
Start Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmer Field School on Establishment of Nutri garden to Krishi Sakhis under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Following activities were conducted on week VI. Session on Weed management was handled by Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Ag). Session on Farm waste recycling was handled by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Hort). The participants were engaged in identification of different weed species, Agro Eco System Analysis and preparation of Waste Decomposer solution.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Participated in the opening ceremony of Nursery unit established by KVK trainee.
Start Date: Friday, November 8, 2024
End Date: Friday, November 8, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Rayanpalayam village, Karaikal.
Description : KVK, Karaikal in association with SAMETI, Puducherry organised a skill training for rural youth on Nursery management from 19.9.24 to 26.9.24. One of the trainees has started a Small scale Nursery unit today at Rayanpalayam village. Participated in the opening ceremony and facilitated to obtain license for the nursery unit.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Newspaper coverage.
Start Date: Thursday, November 7, 2024
End Date: Thursday, November 7, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : News Coverage about weather based adivceries for Rice crop cultivation to the farmers of Karaikal District is published in local dailies
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field Visit - Paddy
Start Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Athaipadugai village
Description : Following Climate resilient technology component of CSR 60 Rice field have been visited and given advisories about weed management and Nutrient management and to drain the excess irrigation water in the Rice field.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Hands on training on Mushroom cultivation
Start Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : On campus training on Mushroom cultivation was conducted to SC farmers and farm women Mushroom bed preparation was demonstrated.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Nutrient deficiencies and their corrective measures crops.
Start Date: Tuesday, November 5, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmer Field School on Establishment of Nutri garden to Krishi Sakhis under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Lecture delivered about the Nutrient deficiencies and their corrective measures crops.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

FFS on Establishment of Nutri Garden to Krishi Sakhis. (Week V)
Start Date: Tuesday, November 5, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmer Field School on Establishment of Nutri garden to Krishi Sakhis under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Following activities were conducted on V week. Session on Nutrient deficiencies and their corrective measures handled by Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Ag), Session on Organic inputs for enhancing growth and development was handled by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Hort). The participants were involved in Agro Eco System Analysis and spraying of Panchagavya.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field Visit - Paddy field
Start Date: Monday, November 4, 2024
End Date: Monday, November 4, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai village
Description : Following Climate resilient technology component of KKL(R) Rice field have been visited and given advisories about weed management and Nutrient management and to drain the excess irrigation water in the Rice field.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Newspaper coverage -Post event
Start Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024
End Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : News coverage about the KVK's Golden Jubilee Torch relay and awareness seminar programme on 28.10.2024 organized at KVK campus ,Karaikal was published in local dailies(Dinakaran & Dinamani)
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Tuesday, October 1, 2024
End Date: Monday, October 28, 2024

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Distribution of certificates to the trainees of Skill Development Training on 'Organic Cultivator'.
Start Date: Monday, October 28, 2024
End Date: Monday, October 28, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) was conducted at KVK, Karaikal from 10.7.24 to 9.8.24. The trainees have undergone assessment on 27.09.2024. Certificates for Skill Competency issued by ASCI with the recognition of NCVET were distributed to the trainees by District Collector on the occasion of Golden Jubilee torch relay celebration.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

KVKs Golden Jubilee Torch Relay and awareness seminar Programme among the farmers and farm women - (Second day)
Start Date: Monday, October 28, 2024
End Date: Monday, October 28, 2024

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : *Farmers, Farm women, Rural Youth and SHG members were oriented about the KVK system in the country, KVK’s achievements, golden jubilee year celebration and torch rally Welcome Address Dr.A. Senthil, Ph.D, SMS (Agrl.Extension), Golden Jubilee Torch – Key Note address : Dr.S.Ravi, Ph.D. Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal. Felicitation Address given by : 1.The Deputy Director (Fisheries),Department of Fisheries & Fishermen Welfare, Karaikal. 2.The Additional Director of Agriculture, Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Karaikal. 3. The Dean, PAJANCOA,RI, Karaikal. Presidential Address & Critical Input distribution to the farmers for various schemes : Dr.D.Manikandan, I.A.S District Collector cum Chairman, ICAR – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Karaikal. Farmers feedback about the KVK's activities and benefits recorded
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

KVKs Golden Jubilee Torch Handed over KVK, Ariyalur.
Start Date: Monday, October 28, 2024
End Date: Monday, October 28, 2024

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : TNAU Rice Research Institute, Aduthurai.
Description : The KVK's Golden Jubilee Torch Relay program was conducted at KVK, Karaikal, from October 26 to October 28, 2024, with various activities regarding the KVK's Golden Jubilee celebration which was received from KVK, Nagapattinam, on 25.10.24 evening. In this context, the Golden Jubilee Torch was handed over to KVK, Ariyalur by the Dr. B. Gobu, SMS(Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Newspaper coverage
Start Date: Sunday, October 27, 2024
End Date: Sunday, October 27, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : News coverage about the KVK's Golden Jubilee Torch relay programme 26.10.2024 organized at KVK campus and Patthakudy village was published in local dailies.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

KVKs Golden Jubilee Torch Relay Programme (First day)
Start Date: Saturday, October 26, 2024
End Date: Saturday, October 26, 2024

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal.
Description : 1. Received the Golden Jubilee torch from KVK, Nagapattinam and displayed at KVK premises 2. A rally of the KVK Golden Jubilee Torch was marched from the KVK Premises to Sethur- Pandarvadai Villages roads showcasing the activities and achievements of KVK, Karaikal . 3. Oriented about the KVK system in the country, KVK’s achievements, golden jubilee year celebration and torch rally. 4. KVKs Golden Jubilee torch relay programme - Wider publicity made through mass media and social networks.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Off campus training on Vermicompost production technology under Swachh Bhart Abhiyan 2024-2025.
Start Date: Saturday, October 26, 2024
End Date: Saturday, October 26, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Puthakudy village
Description : Welcome address by Dr. S. Ravi.Ph.D., Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal. Techenical Address by Dr. V. Aravinth. SMS, Agronomy. Farmers were trained about selection of Vermicompost site, construction of shed, composting of Agricultural waste, types of earth worms, nutrient values in Vermicompost and its benefits.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Gift Tilapia fish culture in freshwater " under DAPSC programme
Start Date: Friday, October 25, 2024
End Date: Friday, October 25, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Pandaravadai Village, Nedungadu Commune.
Description : Training programme in the farmers field on Gift Tilapia fish culture in freshwaterl at pandaravadai Village of Karaikal district was conducted for the benefit of the SC farmers under DAPSC l of ICAR-ATARI, Hyderabad on25.10.2024 Dr. B. Gobu, SMS(Vet) to give welcome address : Dr. S. Ravi, PC delivered inaugural address and importance of inland fish culture. Technical session : Lecture cum demonstration on type of feeds to fishes and rearing technology of gift Tilapia fishes & water management during culture pond also discussed by J.Murugesan Sub inspector fisheries
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Field visit to Rice field
Start Date: Friday, October 25, 2024
End Date: Friday, October 25, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Sellur Village
Description : Visited the Direct seeded Rice field and given advisories about weed management and Nutrient management and to drain the excess irrigation water in the Rice field.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Swachata Bharat Awareness campaign 4.0 (02.10.2024 to 31.10.2024)
Start Date: Friday, October 25, 2024
End Date: Friday, October 25, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Pandaravadai Village, Nedungadu Commune.
Description : Awareness programme on Swachata bharat was conducted during the training of the SC farmers on 25.10.2024 by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS(Vet) on importance of reduction of BOD level of sewage of farmers home and animals housing before entering the public sewage and also low cost production method of Biogas from cattle and poultry waste and also its utility in household purposes.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

KVKs Golden Jubilee Celebration of KVKs Torch
Start Date: Friday, October 25, 2024
End Date: Friday, October 25, 2024

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : TNJFU , Nagapattinam.
Description : The KVK's Golden Jubilee Torch Relay program will be conducted at KVK, Karaikal, from October 26 to October 28, 2024, in which various activities regarding the KVK's Golden Jubilee celebration will be conducted. In this context, the Golden Jubilee Torch was received from the KVK, Nagapattinam, by the Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal. On this occasion, the Register, DEE,Tamil Nadu Dr. J Jayalalitha Fisheries University, Nagapattinam, Program Coordinator, KVK Nagapattinam, and along with staff members of KVK Nagapattinam, participated. *In the follow up KVK Team members, KVK, Karaikal has received the Golden Jubilee Torch at KVK Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

"Least cost ration formulation to dairy cows" under DAPSC programme
Start Date: Thursday, October 24, 2024
End Date: Thursday, October 24, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Elayangudy Village
Description : Training programme in the farmers field on Least cost ration formulation for dairy cows at Elayankudy Village of Karaikal district was conducted for the benefit of the SC farmers under DAPSC action of ICAR-ATARI, Hyderabad on 24.10.24. Technical Session: Lecture cum demonstration on types of feeds and method of ration formulation for dairy cows is done by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary), Session on importance of feed ingredients and its role in cattle ration and importance of deworming of cows for effective utilisation of nutrition in cows is conducted by Dr. M. Senthilnathan, VAS, Veterinary Dispensary, Thirunallar Commune. The participants were engaged in Swachata Bharat activity as well.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Demo on Neemastara
Start Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Ambagarathur Village
Description : Demonstration was conducted on Neemastara preparation under OFT on Assessment of Natural and organic Pest Management Technology of leaf folder management in Rice
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Biofertilizers.
Start Date: Tuesday, October 22, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmer Field School on Establishment of Nutri garden to Krishi Sakhis under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Lecture delivered about the benefits of Biofertlizer and usage of Biofertilizer.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Farmer Field School on IPDM in Rice
Start Date: Tuesday, October 22, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Ambagarathur Village
Description : Session III: Botanicals in Pest Management Demo on Neemastara Preparation
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

FFS on Establishment of Nutri Garden to Krishi Sakhis. (Week IV)
Start Date: Tuesday, October 22, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmer Field School on Establishment of Nutri garden to Krishi Sakhis under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Following activities were conducted on IV week. Session on Biofertilizers handled by Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Ag), Session on soil health management was conducted by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Hort). The participants were engaged in preparation of Jeevamruth & Ghana Jeevamruth and planting of Chekurmanis and Drumstick seedlings.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Newspaper coverage. - Vermi compost Production
Start Date: Friday, October 18, 2024
End Date: Friday, October 18, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : News Coverage about training on Vermicompost Production Technology to the SC farmers of Karaikal District conducted at KVK is published in local dailies
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Newspaper coverage - World Food Day
Start Date: Friday, October 18, 2024
End Date: Friday, October 18, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : News coverage about the celebration of World Food Day for the SC-SHG members of Karaikal District conducted at KVK was published in local dailies.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Vermicompost production technology under DAPSC (2024-25).
Start Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024
End Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Dr. S. Ravi., Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal. As part of DAPSC an off campus Training Programme on Vermicompost production technology has been conducted. SHG members were trained about selection of Vermicompost site, construction of shed, composting of Agricultural waste, types of earth worms, nutrient values in Vermicompost and its benefits.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit - Rice KKL (R) - 2
Start Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024
End Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : Following Climate resilient technology component of KKL(R) 2 Rice sowing field have been visited.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

‘ World Food Day -2024 under the ICAR-SCSP component.
Start Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK Karaikal has celebrated " World Food Day 2024 under the ICAR-SCSP component. The objective of the programme expressed for the "World Food Day theme, viz.,Right to Food for a Better Life and a Better Future," serves as a reminder of the crucial need for food security and nutrition for all. * Welcome Address by: SMS(Agrl.Extension) *SMS (Vetenairy) has given the inaugural and keynote address. *The Principal, Cum Training Officer, Govt. I.T.I. (Men), T.R. Pattinam, has given the felicitation address and stressed the importance of food security, balanced and nutrition food, avoiding food waste, etc.            * On this occasion, conducted a food competition, exhibition & quiz programme among the SHG members of Karaikal district and also senstaized of cleanliness and hygiene under the Swachhata 4.0 campaign. Vote of Thanks: SMS (PP),
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered on Biofortified crop varieties
Start Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmer Field School on Establishment of Nutri garden to Krishi Sakhis under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Lecture delivered about the Biofortified crop varieties.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

FFS on Establishment of Nutri Garden to Krishi Sakhis. (Week III)
Start Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : armer Field School on Establishment of Nutri garden to Krishi Sakhis under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Following activities were conducted on III week. Session on Biofortified crop varieties handled by Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Ag), Session on Vegetable seedlings production was conducted by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Hort). Group exercise on Preparation of Nutri garden layout and sowing operation of greens also took place.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

SC-SHG-Women entrepreneur published a popular article in Dinamani )–Thozhil Malar 2024
Start Date: Friday, October 11, 2024
End Date: Friday, October 11, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : A number of initiatives have been taken by the KVK for the development of SC-SHG Members, which have yielded positive outcomes. *As part of DAPSC, skill training on post-harvest processing and value addition of fish , millets Value addition, Heath mix preparation etc., was conducted for the selected SC-SHG members. Five female SHG members from Neravy village attended the programme. Mrs .Sridevi has shared her experience on attended the Skill training on Value addition of millets and allied products. at KVK, Karaikal. For the value added products, KVK has helped get a FSSAI number. It also guided to create a WhatsApp business account with a catalog of value added products for marketing purposes. This empowering initiative aims to equip women with the knowledge and skills to venture into entrepreneurship, promoting agricultural value addition.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered on 'Sustainable Food Systems'.
Start Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Avvaiyar Govt. College for Women, Karaikal.
Description : Department of Botany, Avvaiyar Govt. College for Women, Karaikal has organized One day Seminar on "Sustainable Environment" under Meri LiFE. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort) participated as resource person and made a presentation on ' Sustainable Food Systems'.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Hands on training on Vermicompost Production Technology to rural women.
Start Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of the Micro enterprise skill training on Bio- Input Preperation at Household conducted by BDO, Karaikal under sponsorship of DRDA the trainees have been brought to KVK. Hands on training on Vermicompost Production Technology was conducted to the trainees.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Hands on training on Organic input preparation.
Start Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : Hands on training on Organic input preparation was conducted to the participants attending Micro enterprise skill training on Bio input preparation at house hold level organized by BDO, Karaikal. Demonstration on Panchagavya preparation and Fish Amino acid preparation were took place during the training.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

FFS on Establishment of Nutri Garden to Krishi Sakhis. (Day II)
Start Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers Field School on Establishment of Nutri garden to Krishi Sakhis under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Following activities were conducted on day II. Session on Dietary habits and malnutrition handled by Dr. P. Vandarkuzhali, Asst. Professor (Home Science), Govt. College. Session on Seed treatment was conducted by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Hort). Demonstrated bulb treatment in onion and sucker treatment in banana.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News paper coverage about the FFS on Establishment of Nutri Garden to Krishi Sakhis.
Start Date: Sunday, October 6, 2024
End Date: Sunday, October 6, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra
Description : Farmers Field School on Establishment of Nutri garden to Krishi Sakhis under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry was inaugurated on 4.10.24. News about the event is published in today's dailies.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Input distribution under OFT programme 2024-25
Start Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024
End Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : OFT on Assessment of Weed Management practices for Transplanted Rice. Bispyribac sodium 10% SC is a post-emergent herbicide that is used to control broadleaf weeds, grasses, and sedges in rice crop. Penoxsulam 1.02% + Cyhalofop butyl 5.1% OD can used together, effective in controlling a variety of weeds in Rice crop. The above herbicides were distributed to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Live webcast of Hon'ble Prime Minister has released of the 18th installment funds of PM Kisan to Farmers and Farmer- Scientist interactions.
Start Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024
End Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal has organized a live webcasting of Hon'ble Prime Minister released the 18th instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme in Washim, Maharashtra, on October 5, 2024. *This significant event provided direct financial benefits to over 9.4 crore farmers nationwide, totaling more than Rs 20,000 crore through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). *On this occasion translated the speech of Hon'able PM and Agriculture Minister to the farmers in regional language. *As part of the programme, Farmers-Scientist interaction also arranged.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

FFS on Establishment of Nutri Garden to Krishi Sakhis.
Start Date: Friday, October 4, 2024
End Date: Friday, October 4, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers Field School on Establishment of Nutri garden to Krishi Sakhis under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry has been inaugurated today. Dr. S. Ravi, PC has inaugurated the program. Mr. Eugene Kennedy, Extension Officer, BDO, Karaikal felicitated. Introduction to FFS, Pre Knowledge Test, Lay out of Nutri garden were covered today.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field Visit
Start Date: Friday, October 4, 2024
End Date: Friday, October 4, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai village
Description : Following Climate resilient technology component of Green manure crop viz., Dhaincha field was visited.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Celebration of World Animal Day
Start Date: Friday, October 4, 2024
End Date: Friday, October 4, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi Government Institute for Post graduate studies, Karaikal town.
Description : Dr. B. Gobu SMS(Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal has organized an awareness programme on world animal day celebration event importance and explained about the measures to maintain the health and welfare of animal and also conducted a quiz programme among students through Google form.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Swachata activities : Waste to wealth workshop (Safaimitra Samman)
Start Date: Tuesday, October 1, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, October 1, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Workshop on waste to wealth in agriculture sector is conducted. Lecture delivered in topics 1) Mushroom cultivation 2) Vermicompost Production 3) Bogas Production
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Swachata activities near public water tank
Start Date: Monday, September 30, 2024
End Date: Monday, September 30, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Kottagam village
Description : Cleaning around public water tank area In Kottagam Village of Nedungadu Block and created awareness on water sanitation. No Religion leaders are in Karaikal district.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

News paper coverage on Valedictory function of Skill Training on Rural Youth - Nursery Management.
Start Date: Monday, September 30, 2024
End Date: Monday, September 30, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK,Madur, Karaikal
Description : STRY - Nursery Management was conducted at KVK, Karaikal from 19.9.24 to 26.9.24. Valedictory function was conducted on the final day. Press news about the event is published in dailies.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Monday, September 2, 2024
End Date: Monday, September 30, 2024

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Attended Two days workshop on “Dissemination of TANUVAS technologies to KVK scientists of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry to augment livestock and poultry production for the benefit of farming community
Start Date: Friday, September 27, 2024
End Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Namakkal
Description : The ICAR-ATRAI, Hyderabad and DEE, TANUVAS ,Chennai has jointly organized Two days workshop on “Dissemination of TANUVAS technologies to KVK scientists of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry to augment livestock and poultry production for the benefit of farming community” at KVK, Namakkal on 27.09.2024to 28.09.2024 .SMS(Agrl.Extension) was attended the workshop and gaining the knowledge about TANUVAS technologies and effectively utilizing the live stock farming community of Karaikal district.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Awareness Programme on Cleaniness activity and Distribution of PPE Kits & safety gear to safeguard among sanititation workers
Start Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024
End Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Andoor village
Description : Distribution of PPE Kits & safety gear to safeguard the sanitation workers from occupational hazards,the sanitation workers are to be provided PPE kits and protective gear.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Assessment of trainees of the Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator.
Start Date: Friday, September 27, 2024
End Date: Friday, September 27, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) was conducted at KVK, Karaikal from 10.7.24 to 9.8.24. The trainees have undergone assessment today. Theory exam, practicals and viva voce were conducted by the assessors to the trainees.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Phone in programme on "Crop boosters"
Start Date: Friday, September 27, 2024
End Date: Friday, September 27, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal FM
Description : Phone in programme (radio talk) of Dr.V.Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal on Soil Health Management
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Awareness Programme to ensure good health to sanitation workers.
Start Date: Friday, September 27, 2024
End Date: Friday, September 27, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Neivacherry village
Description : Under swachhata hi seva To achieve good health to sanitation workers awareness programme to access health facilities and services to ensure better quality of life is conducted
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Valedictory function of Skill Training for Rural Youth - Nursery Management (Day 6) .
Start Date: Thursday, September 26, 2024
End Date: Thursday, September 26, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal in association with SAMETI, Puducherry organising a skill training for rural youth on Nursery management. Duration of the training is 6 days. Today the valedictory function was conducted. J. Kathiravan, SMS(Hort) welcomed the gathering. Dr. S. Ravi, PC delivered inaugural address. Dr. N. Vijayakumar, Director, SAMETI released the booklet on Nursery technology, delivered special address and distributed certificates to the participants. The participants have given their feedback about the training. Dr. B. Gobu, SMS(Vet) proposed vote of thanks.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Valedictory function of Skill Training for Rural Youth - Poultry Rearing and Management (Day 6) .
Start Date: Thursday, September 26, 2024
End Date: Thursday, September 26, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal in association with SAMETI, Puducherry organising a skill training for rural youth on Poultry rearing and management. Duration of the training is 6 days. Today the valedictory function was conducted. J. Kathiravan, SMS(Hort) welcomed the gathering. Dr. S. Ravi, PC delivered inaugural address. Dr. N. Vijayakumar, Director, SAMETI delivered special address and distributed certificates to the participants. The participants have given their feedback about the training. Dr. B. Gobu, SMS(Vet) proposed vote of thanks.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Input distribution under OFT programme 2024-25
Start Date: Thursday, September 26, 2024
End Date: Thursday, September 26, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : OFT on Assessment of Medium duration high yielding Rice Varieties in Karaikal District. The Rice variety CO 58 is released by TNAU during February 2024. The CO 58 is a non-basmati, long-slender aromatic rice that is an alternative to the popular Pusa Basmati rice, which is widely used for making biryani. The another rice variety KNM 1638 was released through State Varietal Release Committee on the name of Kunaram Vari 2 for Telangana state during the year 2021. The above seeds and bio inputs were distributed to the farmers
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Awareness Programme on Cleaniness activity under SBM Cultural fest among sanititation workers of KVK.
Start Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Best Innovation under SBM Cultural Fests to recognize the most unique and inspiring initiatives taken by local bodies to integrate citizens with Swachhata, local art, music & culture by organizing singing competition among sanitary workers of Karaikal KVK.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Exposure visit under Skill Training for Rural Youth - Nursery Management (Day 5/6) .
Start Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : State Horticulture Farm, Neyveli.
Description : KVK, Karaikal in association with SAMETI, Puducherry organising a skill training for rural youth on Nursery management. Duration of the training is 6 days. Following activities are conducted on day 5: Exposure visit to State Horticulture Farm, Neyveli. Where the activities carried out in the farm were explained to the trainees by the Horticulture Officer. Mother blocks established for various fruit crops, propagation methods and propagation structures were seen. Also visited the commercial nurseries run by pvt firms at Vegakollai village of Cuddalore district.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Skill Training for Rural Youth - Nursery Management (Day 4/6) .
Start Date: Tuesday, September 24, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal in association with SAMETI, Puducherry organising a skill training for rural youth on Nursery management. Duration of the training is 6 days. Following activities are conducted on day 4: 1) Session on Breaking of seed dormancy and seed treatment techniques. 2) Pest and disease management in nursery. 3) Imparted skill on preparation of media for protray nursery.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Skill Training for Rural Youth - Poultry rearing and management (Day 5/6) .
Start Date: Tuesday, September 24, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : Exposure visit to different private and government farm in Karaikal, Thiruvarur, Orathanadu and Needamangalam
Description : KVK, Karaikal in association with SAMETI, Puducherry organising a skill training for rural youth on Poultry rearing and management. Duration of the training is 6 days. Following activities are conducted on day 5: 1) Visit to Sethur murugan Poultry farm, Nedungadu, Karaikal - Mr. Navin, Farmer. 2.Visit to KRK Nattukozhi farm, Kottarkudy, Thiruvarur - Mrs. Parameshwari, Farm women 3.Visit to IFS unit AMZ Farm, Neermangalam Village, Thiruvarur district - Mr. Jeyauddin, Farmer 4.Visit to Poultry Unit of VC&RI, Orathanadu, Dr. Megala, Assistant Professor, ILFC, VCRI narrated various operation of poultry farm and hatchery unit and demonstrated the debeaking of birds. 5.Visit to contract broiler farm, Rayapuram, near (4 km) Needaamangalam KVK, - Dr. Maran, Farmer.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Skill Training for Rural Youth - Poultry rearing and management (Day 4/6) .
Start Date: Monday, September 23, 2024
End Date: Monday, September 23, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal in association with SAMETI, Puducherry organising a skill training for rural youth on Poultry rearing and management. Duration of the training is 6 days. Following activities are conducted on day 4: 1) Technical sessions on Poultry chicks management including brooding by Dr. R. Santhana Lakshmi , Veterinary Practitioner , Karaikal 2) Lecture on Summer and winter management by Dr. R. Suresh, Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Veterinary Dispensary, T.R.Pattinam Commune, Department of Animal Husbandry and Animal Welfare, Karaikal 3.Lectures on Bio security management in poultry farm by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal 4.Lecture on Poultry farm - Economics, Marketing and Record keeping by M. Kathirchevalan, Professor and Head, VURTC, Thiruvarur district. 5.Demonstration of brooding of chicks and Marek's Disease vaccination in day old chicks 0.5 ml Sc in neck region.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Field visit to Koduva Fish pond
Start Date: Monday, September 23, 2024
End Date: Monday, September 23, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Vizhidiyur
Description : Visited the Koduva fish rearing pond in freshwater. advisories about the feef and water management in culture pond.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Skill Training for Rural Youth - Nursery Management (Day 3/6) .
Start Date: Monday, September 23, 2024
End Date: Monday, September 23, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal in association with SAMETI, Puducherry organising a skill training for rural youth on Nursery management. Duration of the training is 6 days. Following activities are conducted on day 3: 1) Visited Central horticultural nursery unit of Dept. of Agrl. Madur. Propagation techniques for various ornamental plants and schemes available for establishment of nursery unit were explained by Mr. Saravanan, Horticulture Officer. 2) Imparted skill on grafting techniques.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Swachtha Programme - Human Chain Event on Cleanliness awareness
Start Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024
End Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Under swachhata hi seva (Human Chain Symbiolic event) for public motivation on cleaning and sanitation in the front side of KVK Entrance and to create awareness aa well on cleanliness conscious.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

News coverage
Start Date: Friday, September 20, 2024
End Date: Friday, September 20, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of the Skill development Training programme for six days to the rural youth of Karaikal district organized from 18.09.2024 to 25.09.2024 at the KVK campus was published in local dailies.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Skill Training for Rural Youth - Nursery Management (Day 2/6) .
Start Date: Friday, September 20, 2024
End Date: Friday, September 20, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal in association with SAMETI, Puducherry organising a skill training for rural youth on Nursery management. Duration of the training is 6 days. Following activities are conducted on day 2: 1) Visited nursery unit at PAJANCOA 2) Technical sessions on Mother block establishment and grafting methods were handled by Dr. M. S. Marisamy, Asst. Professor. 3) Session on propagation through cuttings and layering by J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort).
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Skill Training for Rural Youth - Poultry rearing and management (Day 3/6) .
Start Date: Friday, September 20, 2024
End Date: Friday, September 20, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal in association with SAMETI, Puducherry organising a skill training for rural youth on Poultry rearing and management. Duration of the training is 6 days. Following activities are conducted on day 3: 1) Technical sessions on Poultry Waste Management by Dr. P. Kiruthiga, Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Veterinary Dispensary, Kottucherry Commune, Department of Animal Husbandry and Animal Welfare, Karaikal 2) Lecture on Importance of Deworming and Vaccination in Poultry rearing by Dr. M. Senthilnathan, Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Veterinary Dispensary, Thirunallar Commune, Department of Animal Husbandry and Animal Welfare, Karaikal 3.Lectures on Poultry feeding management by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal 4.Demonstration of Vermicomposting with emphasis on composting methods of poultry litter material by C. Antonidass, Farm Manager, KVK, Karaikal. 5.Field visit to the Mini Feed mill run by a SHG's members - Mrs. Aruna and her team members for preparation and s
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Awareness Programme on Waste to Art at temple
Start Date: Friday, September 20, 2024
End Date: Friday, September 20, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Athipadugai village
Description : Under swachhata hi seva (Swachhata samvad) public were motivated to cleaning up the area behind the public place near the temple and create awareness on Waste to Art
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Awareness Programme and community involvement in cleanliness initiatives
Start Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024
End Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Ambagarathur Village
Description : Under swachhata hi seva (Swachhata samvad) public were motivated to cleaning up the area behind the public place near the temple.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Skill Training for Rural Youth - Poultry rearing and management (Day 2/6)
Start Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024
End Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal in association with SAMETI, Puducherry organising a skill training for rural youth on Poultry rearing and management. Duration of the training is 6 days. Following activities are conducted on day 2: 1) Technical sessions on Poultry diseases and its management by Dr. M. Gobinath, Joint Director, Department of Animal Husbandry and Animal Welfare, Karaikal 2) Lecture on Poultry breeds and housing management by Dr. S. George Paradise, Professor (Animal Husbandry), Department of Agronomy, PAJANCOA&RI, Karaikal and Field visit to the poultry farm of PAJANCOA&RI. 3) Lecture cum demonstration of Poultry incubator management by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary).
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Skill Training for Rural Youth - Nursery Management (Day 1/6) .
Start Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024
End Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal in association with SAMETI, Puducherry organising a skill training for rural youth on Nursery management. Duration of the training is 6 days. Following activities are conducted on day 1: 1) The training was inaugurated by Dr. S. Ravi, PC. 2) Technical sessions on 'Introduction to nursery technology' 3) Nursery structures and nursery tools 4) Root stock raising in Mango by J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort). 5) Demo on potting media preparation by C. Antony dass, FM.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Off campus training Programme on Organic Farming.
Start Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024
End Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Andoor Village
Description : As part of DAPSC an off campus Training Programme on Organic Farming has been conductedconducted today. In this training programme explained about preparation of Panchagavya, Fish amino acid and other organic products.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on Green Fodder to Poultry and IFS model
Start Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : A lecture was given to Rural youth on Feeding of Green Fodder to Poultry as a cost effective feed with special emphasis on Cultivation and feeding of Azolla and hydrophonic fodders and also explained about various IFS model with Poultry as an important component.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Engagement with school children quize completion in school children’s to engage younger audiences and spread awareness, under Swachhta hi sewa programme
Start Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : High School, Sethur
Description : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Karaikal celebrate Swachhta hi sewa programme during September 15 to October 02,2024 under this various activities organised awareness campaign about cleanliness healthy hygiene etc., In this context, quiz completion conducted at Sethur High school children’s and stressed about the cleanliness and sanitation .
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Field visit - Terrace Garden
Start Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kottucherry
Description : Visited a terrace garden unit which was established in 2022 under the FLD program of KVK. Dragon fruit is now cultivated in the terrace garden. Adviced about training and thinning methods.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Group discussion with SC- SHG members
Start Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Neravy Commune
Description : A number of initiatives have been taken by the KVK for the development of SCs, which have yielded positive outcomes. *As part of DAPSC, skill training on post-harvest processing and value addition of fish was conducted for the selected SC-SHG members. Five female SHG members from Neravy village attended the programme. As a follow-up activity, a group discussion was conducted with the participants today. The challenges behind starting the entrepreneurial activity are discussed, along with suggested ideas to sort out the obstacles. For the value added products, KVK has helped get a FSSAI number. It also guided to create a WhatsApp business account with a catalog of value added products for marketing purposes.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Skill training for Rural youth - Poultry rearing and management (Day 1) .
Start Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and State Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (SAMETI), Puducherry jointly organizing a skill training for youth. Duration of the training is 6 days (18.9.24 - 20.8.24 and 23.09.24 - 25.09.24 Following activities are conducted on the first day : 1) Inaugural function of 6 days training on poultry rearing and management - Inaugural speech by Dr. S. Ravi, PC, KVK, Karaikal and Special address by Thiru. Joseph Albert, Deputy Director, SAMETI, Puducherry. 2) 'Technical sessions - 2.a) Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal on Present scenario of Poultry farming in India and Puducherry and also conducted demonstration on handling of birds as well as poultry equipments. 2.b) Dr.V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy) has deli versi lectures on Feeding of Green Fodder to Poultry as a cost effective feed with special emphasis on Cultivation and feeding of Azolla and hydrophonic fodders and also explained about various IFS model.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Tree planting under Plant4Mother campaign.
Start Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of the Global campaign on Plant4Mother a tree planting drive was organized at KVK, Karaikal. In which 20 numbers of Mahogany tree saplings were planted at KVK premises.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Method demonstration on seed treatment in Rice crop under NICRA Project
Start Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : Lecture on Importance and methods of seed treatment. Method demonstration on seed treatment with bio control agents, organic products and chemical fungicide was also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

FLD - Field visit
Start Date: Monday, September 16, 2024
End Date: Monday, September 16, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Karukankudi village
Description : Field visit to FLD on “Demonstration of Improved Kavuni (Co 57) Rice variety at Karaikal District”. Sowing operation was carried out today. Recommended to apply soil test based fertilizers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Display of banner at prominent places, taking Swachhata pledge, under Swachhta hi sewa programme
Start Date: Sunday, September 15, 2024
End Date: Sunday, September 15, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Karaikal celebrate Swachhta hi sewa programme during September 15 to October 02,2024 under this various activities organise awareness campaign about cleanliness healthy hygiene etc., KVK staff members took Swachhta pledge today and displayed of banner at prominent place.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

News coverage-Samba Season -Paddy Cultivation -Inputs Distribution to the SC farmers of Karaikal district under DAPSC 2024-25.
Start Date: Friday, September 6, 2024
End Date: Friday, September 6, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of the DAPSC activity 2024-25, the distribution of Samba season paddy cultivation inputs to the SC farmers of Karaikal district organized on 04.09.2024 at the KVK campus was published in local dailies.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Field visit
Start Date: Thursday, September 5, 2024
End Date: Thursday, September 5, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Ilayankudi Village
Description : FLD on 'Demonstration on Marigold hybrid Arka Abhi' is being implemented in farmers fields during ensuing season. SMS Horticulture visited a field at Ilayankudi village and observed the growth and yield attributes. Recommended to spray Panchagavya 3℅ to increase the flower size.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Samba Season -Paddy Cultivation -Inputs Distribution to the SC farmers of Karaikal district under DAPSC 2024-25.
Start Date: Wednesday, September 4, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of the DAPSC activity 2024-25 distribution of Samba season -Paddy cultivation inputs to the SC farmers of Karaikal district. Inputs details: Paddy seed: :30 kg/per farmer Varities like Ponni/  CR 1009 /BPT .(Farmers need based) Organic inputs: Panchakaviya:03 Itrs  Fish Amino Acid:01 ltr .
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Scientist Field visit to OFT Farmer field
Start Date: Tuesday, September 3, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Elayankudy Village
Description : SMS (Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal has visited the oft farm women field of Selvi, K. Karpagam, of Elayankudy Village of Karaikal district on 03.09.2024 to observe the growth of Vanashree breed birds distributed 50 nos of bird on 18.07.2024 and to observe the egg production parameters of Tanuvas Star Chicken Breeding Distributed 50 nos of birds on 08.03.2024 under OFT on"Assessment of improved pure bred as an alternative to backyard poultry" in Karaikal District. The egg production data and growth rate parameters were recorded.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Scientist Field visit to SC Farmer field
Start Date: Tuesday, September 3, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Valathamangalam Village
Description : SMS (Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal has visited the field of Selvan, K. Madhavan of Valathamangalam Village of Karaikal district on 03.09.2024 to observe the growth of Assel cross birds distributed 50 nos of bird on 13.08.2023 under SCSP component of ICAR and to record the mortality details, egg production and Subsequent chicks production data and also revenue realized during the last one year
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Skill training - Friends of Coconut Tree (Day 4/6) .
Start Date: Thursday, August 29, 2024
End Date: Saturday, August 31, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board Regional office, Chennai jointly organizing a skill training for youth. Duration of the training is 6 days (26.8.24 - 31.8.24). Following activities are conducted on 4th day : 1) Technical session on ' IDM in coconut' by Dr. S. Divya, SMS (PP), 2) Technical session on 'Inter cropping in coconut' by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Hort). 3) Method demonstrations on root feeding of TNAU Coconut tonic and fertilizer application' by C. Antony doss, Farm Manager. 4) Climbing trial by using coconut climber by master trainers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Skill training - Friends of Coconut Tree (Day 6) .
Start Date: Saturday, August 31, 2024
End Date: Saturday, August 31, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board Regional office, Chennai jointly organizing a skill training for youth. Duration of the training is 6 days (26.8.24 - 31.8.24). Following activities are conducted on the final day : 1) Technical session on Palm waste recycling. 2) 'Coconut Olympics' - a competition for climbing coconut tree by using coconut climber. 3) Distributed coconut climbing devices to the participants and distributed prize for the winners.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Skill training - Friends of Coconut Tree (Day 1/6)
Start Date: Monday, August 26, 2024
End Date: Saturday, August 31, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board Regional office, Chennai jointly organised a skill training for youth. Duration of the training is 6 days (26.8.24 - 31.8.24). Following activities are conducted on day 1st: 1) The training was inaugurated by Dr. S. Ravi, PC. 2) Technical session on 'Introduction to coconut palm cultivation' by J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort). 3) Technical session on First aid measures by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS(Vet). 4) Session on climbing machine parts, working mechanism and trial by master trainers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Scientist Field visit to FLD Farmer field
Start Date: Friday, August 30, 2024
End Date: Friday, August 30, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kovilpathu Village
Description : SMS (Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal has visited the fld farmer field of Thiru, A. Mohammed Masthan Maraikar, of Kovilpathu Village of Karaikal district on 30.08.2024 to observe the growth of Nandanam 4 breed birds distributed 25 nos of birds under FLD on "Demonstration on Nandanam 4 poultry for enhancing the production" during 08.03.2024. The egg production data and growth rate parameters were recorded.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Thursday, August 1, 2024
End Date: Friday, August 30, 2024

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Phone in programme on "Integrated Pest and Disease Management Technologies"
Start Date: Friday, August 30, 2024
End Date: Friday, August 30, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal FM
Description : Phone in programme (radio talk) of Dr.S.Divya, SMS (Plant Protection), KVK, Karaikal on Integrated Pest and Disease Management Technologies in Kisanvani Programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Skill training - Friends of Coconut Tree (Day 5/6) .
Start Date: Friday, August 30, 2024
End Date: Friday, August 30, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board Regional office, Chennai jointly organizing a skill training for youth. Duration of the training is 6 days (26.8.24 - 31.8.24). Following activities are conducted on 5th day : 1) Exposure visit was made to PAJANCOA&RI. Dr. M. S. Marisamy handled a session on productivity enhancement practices in coconut followed by field visit. 2) Climbing trial by using coconut climber by master trainers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture Delivered on IDM in training programme of Friends of coconut trees
Start Date: Thursday, August 29, 2024
End Date: Thursday, August 29, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Lecture Delivered on ' IDM in coconut
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

News paper coverage about the inauguration of Skill training - Friends of Coconut Tree.
Start Date: Wednesday, August 28, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board Regional office, Chennai jointly organizing a skill training for youth. Duration of the training is 6 days (26.8.24 - 31.8.24). The program was inaugurated on 26.8.24. News about the inauguration is published in today's dailies.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Diagnostic Visit
Start Date: Wednesday, August 28, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Puthuthurai Village
Description : SMS (Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal has visited to the farmer field of Thiru, K. S. Ayyappan, Cattle farmer of Sorakudy Village of Karaikal district to diagnose the cause of Inappentance, Per scapular lymph node swelling, laminitis, slight diarrohea etc., and confirmed the cause as blood prozotozoon with other clinical symptoms and prescribed a combination of antibiotic involving metronidazole and antimony potassium tartrate as an broad spectrum antibiotic for blood protozoan and other supportive treatment.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Skill training - Friends of Coconut Tree (Day 3/6) .
Start Date: Wednesday, August 28, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board Regional office, Chennai jointly organizing a skill training for youth. Duration of the training is 6 days (26.8.24 - 31.8.24). Following activities are conducted on 3rd day : 1) Technical session on ' IPM in coconut' by Dr. S. Divya, SMS (PP), 2) Technical session on 'Mother palm selection and nursery technology' by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Hort). 3) Climbing trial by using coconut climber by master trainers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture Delivered on IPM in training programme of Friends of coconut trees
Start Date: Wednesday, August 28, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Lecture Delivered on IPM in coconut
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Skill training - Friends of Coconut Tree (Day 2/6) .
Start Date: Tuesday, August 27, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, August 27, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board Regional office, Chennai jointly organizing a skill training for youth. Duration of the training is 6 days (26.8.24 - 31.8.24). Following activities are conducted on 2nd day : 1) Technical session on 'Coconut varieties and INM in coconut' by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Hort). 2) Technical session on Leadership qualities by Dr. S. Ravi, PC. 3) Session on healthy lifestyle by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Vet). 4) Climbing trial by using coconut climber by master trainers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demonstration under FLD Programme
Start Date: Tuesday, August 27, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, August 27, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Karukankudy village.
Description : Input distribution cum Demonstration was conducted under FLD programme on "Demonstration on TNAU Bio-repellent against wild boar in Rice" in Karukankudy village.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture Delivered on First and measures in training programme of Friends of coconut trees
Start Date: Monday, August 26, 2024
End Date: Monday, August 26, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Lecture Delivered on " Medical emergencies in coconut climbing and First aid measures".
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

News paper coverage
Start Date: Friday, August 23, 2024
End Date: Friday, August 23, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : News paper coverage on training and eradication of Parthenium weed Participants: Farmers and public through Mass media
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

RMASP Govt High School Students Visited to KVK
Start Date: Friday, August 23, 2024
End Date: Friday, August 23, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Madur
Description : Rm.AS.Packirisamy Pillai Govt High School, students from Karaikalmedu Visited to KVK campus., SMS(Agrl.Extension) has addressed introductory speech about KVK ,Madur and over all activities towards serving farming community with effective manner then followed by all SMS(s) were taken lectures like ICT Tools and applications used in agriculture and allied sectors , Terrace garden techniques, organic inputs preparations –Panjakaviya and Fish acid solution, Hi-tech Nursery Techniques in Fruits and vegetables cultivation, Coconut Nursery , Mushroom Production Technologies(Milky and Oyster ), Vermi Composting Techniques ,Cattle and Poultry Production and Management methods ,Fisheries rearing techniques ..etc., and also students were visited to the all demo units at KVK campus.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Demonstration under FLD. Programme
Start Date: Thursday, August 22, 2024
End Date: Thursday, August 22, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Melakasakudy village.
Description : Under FLD programme on "Demonstration on TNAU Bio-repellent against wild boar in Rice" demonstration is done in farmers field and to create awareness on using TNAU Biorepellent a Lecture is delivered in grevence day meeting conducted at Karukankudy village.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Awareness Programme on wild boar management in Makkalai thedi Maavatta AatchiyarProgramme.
Start Date: Thursday, August 22, 2024
End Date: Thursday, August 22, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Karukankudy village.
Description : Demonstration and lecture delivered conducted in use of Biorepellent against wild boar in farmers Makkalai Thedi Maavatta Aatchiyar programme conducted in Karukankudy village.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

News paper coverage - Mushroom
Start Date: Thursday, August 22, 2024
End Date: Thursday, August 22, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : News paper coverage on Post training on Mushroom Cultivation.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Tree planting under Plant4Mother campaign.
Start Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of the Global campaign on Plant4Mother a tree planting drive was organized at KVK, Karaikal. In which 100 numbers of Mahogany tree saplings were planted at KVK premises.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Hands on training on Mushroom cultivation to Rural youth
Start Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : On campus training on Mushroom cultivation was conducted to Rural Youth Mushroom bed preparation was demonstrated. Parthenium awareness is conducted to the trainees at KVK
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off campus training and eradication of Parthenium weed
Start Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : This programme was collaboration with Reliance Foundation, Puducherry Welcome Address: Mr. Jayakrishnan Programme Organizer, Reliance Foundation, Pudhucherry. Technical address: Introduction of Parthenium weed, mode of spread, harmful effects of Parthenium on human and animal health and different steps required to eradicate Parthenium. - Dr. S. Ravi, Programme Coordinator KVK, Karaikal. Compost making using Parthenium weed. - Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Diagnostic visit
Start Date: Tuesday, August 20, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Ambakarathur village
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to Black gram field and gave advisory about pest management. To control White fly spray Acetamiprid 20 SP @ 250g / ha.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Certificates issued for RPL training on 'Bee Keeper'
Start Date: Thursday, August 15, 2024
End Date: Thursday, August 15, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Today training certificates issued for the Third days RPL training on Bee Keeper at KVK, Karaikal under the sponsorship of Agricultural Skill Council of India.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Webcasting of National Launch of National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS) by Honourable Agricultural Minister
Start Date: Thursday, August 15, 2024
End Date: Thursday, August 15, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : NPSS programme launched by Hon'ble Agricultural Minister live webcasting programme organised at KVK to farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Newspaper coverage.
Start Date: Wednesday, August 14, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : News Coverage about Demonstration on TNAU Biorepellent against wild boar in rice crop programme is published in local dailies
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field demonstration on Collection of Soil Sample
Start Date: Tuesday, August 13, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Varichikudy Village
Description : “School Soil Health Programme” to the school students (10th Std) has been organized by Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Karaikal District. In this program Dr. V. Aravinth SMS Agronomy delivered lecture on "Soil Health Management and Collection of Soil Sample" to the School Students and conducted field demonstration on Collection of Soil Sample in the villages. 25 nos of soil sample were collected in this programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration under FLD. Programme
Start Date: Tuesday, August 13, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Subarayapuram village
Description : FLD on "Demonstration on TNAU Bio-repellent against wild boar in Rice"
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Pledge taken against drug abuse among the staff members
Start Date: Monday, August 12, 2024
End Date: Monday, August 12, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK,Karaikal staff members took a pledge against drug abuse on 12.08.2024 at the KVK campus under the theme of Viksit Bharat ka Mantra, Bharat ho Nashe se Swatantra..
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

News paper coverage on Valedictory function of Skill development training on Organic cultivator
Start Date: Monday, August 12, 2024
End Date: Monday, August 12, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) was conducted at KVK, Karaikal from 10.07.24 to 09.08.24. Valedictory function was conducted on the final day. Press news about the event is published in today's dailies.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Awareness programme on Release of new biofortifed and climate resilant - 109 crop varieties developed by ICAR
Start Date: Sunday, August 11, 2024
End Date: Sunday, August 11, 2024

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Organised awareness programme to Farmers, Farm women and Rural folks at KVK Karaikal as a part of "Release of 109 crop varieties by ICAR to the nation" by Hon'ble Prime Minister.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Valedictory function for the RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator.
Start Date: Friday, August 9, 2024
End Date: Friday, August 9, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVk, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal from 10.07.24. On twenty seventh day Valedictory function is conducted. Dr. S. Ravi, Programme Coordinator inaugurated the session. Mrs. Suguna, District Skill Development officer participated as chief guest. Dr. Jayanthi, DD (ATMA), delivered special address. Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) briefed about the program. Dr. B. Gobu, SMS(Vet) Welcomed the gathering. Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Ag) proposed vote of thanks. Booklet on 'Organic farming' is released on this occasion. Trainees have given their feedback about the training.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Training on Integrated Crop Management in Rice crop under NICRA Project
Start Date: Friday, August 9, 2024
End Date: Friday, August 9, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Welcome Address: Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Vet), KVK, Karaikal Technical address: 1)Advanced Cultivation Practices for Kuruvai Rice – Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal. 2) Integrated Pest & Disease Management in Rice - Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plant Protection), KVK, Karaikal. Followed by Farmer Scientist Interaction Finally the participating farmers were given Green manure seed @ 20 kgs and CSR 56 / KKL (R ) 2 Rice seed @ 24 kg per acre.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 27).
Start Date: Friday, August 9, 2024
End Date: Friday, August 9, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal.
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. On twenty seventh day Exposure visit was arranged to an organic farm at Sirkazhi. Where the trainees got exposure on Bio gas plant, Integrated Farming System and On farm inputs production. The organic farmer Mr. Veerasami explained about all these activities.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

About Kisan Sarathi Portal and Toll Free Number details published in local dailies.
Start Date: Thursday, August 8, 2024
End Date: Thursday, August 8, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : To create awareness about effective utilization of the Kisan Sarathi toll free number getting for needful advisory by farmers from the KVK scientists on a time-bound basis, it will help take an immediate decision.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 26).
Start Date: Thursday, August 8, 2024
End Date: Thursday, August 8, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. On twenty sixth day following activities were conducted. 1) Lecture on Participatory Guarantee System by Mrs. Subhashini, CEO, Valanadu Sustainable Agriculture Producer Company Ltd. 2) Lecture on Storage and packaging techniques in organic farming by Mr. Sellappa, Director, Valanadu Sustainable Agriculture Producer Company Ltd. Sirkazhi.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Training on Integrated Crop Management in Rice crop under NICRA Project
Start Date: Thursday, August 8, 2024
End Date: Thursday, August 8, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Welcome Address: Thiru. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. The Programme Coordinator has given the Inaugural address. Technical address: 1)Advanced Cultivation Practices for Kuruvai Rice – Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal. 2) Integrated Pest & Disease Management in Rice - Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plant Protection), KVK, Karaikal. Followed by Farmer Scientist Interaction Finally the participating farmers were given Green manure seed @ 20 kgs and CSR 60 / KKL (R ) 2 Rice seed @ 24 kg per acre. Vote of thanks : Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Vet), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 25).
Start Date: Wednesday, August 7, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, August 7, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. On twenty fifth day following activities were conducted. 1) Lecture on Safe and Secure online banking procedures by Mr. Aravinth, Assistant Manager, Indian Bank, Karaikal. 2) Lecture cum method demonstration on vermicomposting by Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Ag). 3) Lecture cum method demonstration on Vermiwash preparation by Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort).
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Training on Integrated Crop Management in Rice crop under NICRA Project
Start Date: Wednesday, August 7, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, August 7, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : hiru. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. The Programme Coordinator has given the Inaugural address. Technical address: 1)Advanced Cultivation Practices for Kuruvai Rice – Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal. 2) Integrated Pest & Disease Management in Rice - Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plant Protection), KVK, Karaikal. Followed by Farmer Scientist Interaction Finally the participating farmers were given CSR 76 and KKL (R ) 2 Rice seed @ 24 kg per acre. Vote of thanks : Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Vet), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture Delivered on IPDM in Rice is conducted in training programme of ICM in Rice
Start Date: Wednesday, August 7, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, August 7, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Lecture Delivered on 'IPDM in Rice
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 24).
Start Date: Tuesday, August 6, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, August 6, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. On twenty fourth day AIR recording was done. The trainees shared their learning experiences. The program will be broadcasted in the Ilaya Bharatham event.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Diagnostic Visit
Start Date: Monday, August 5, 2024
End Date: Monday, August 5, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Sorakudy Village
Description : SMS (Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal has visited to the farmer field of Thiru, S. Azhaganan, Poultry farmer of Sorakudy Village of Karaikal district to diagnose the cause of occular swelling in poult (Young of Turkey bird) and confirmed the cause as infectious coryza with other clinical symptoms and prescribed a combination of antibiotic involving tylosin as an specific antibiotic for coryza and other supportive treatment.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 23).
Start Date: Monday, August 5, 2024
End Date: Monday, August 5, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Following activities are conducted on twenty third day. 1) Session on soil testing and soil health card. 2) Session on ITK practices. 3) Method demonstration on Preparation of Agni asthra. 4) Method demonstration on soil sample collection.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Soil sample collection.
Start Date: Monday, August 5, 2024
End Date: Monday, August 5, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. As part of trining programme lecture was given to youth organic farmers on Soil sample collection.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 22).
Start Date: Saturday, August 3, 2024
End Date: Saturday, August 3, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Following activities are conducted on twenty second day. 1) Session on usage of Coirpith compost in organic farming. 2) Group exercise on preparation for an interview. 3) Method demonstration on Preparation of media for protray nursery.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 21).
Start Date: Friday, August 2, 2024
End Date: Friday, August 2, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal.
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Following activities are conducted on twenty first day. 1) Session on Warehouses and cold storage 2) Operating digital devices and applications safely. 3) Method demonstration on Panchagavya production.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 20).
Start Date: Thursday, August 1, 2024
End Date: Thursday, August 1, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Following activities are conducted on twentieth day. Lecture on Good Agriculture practices and organic input production. Method demonstration on Fish amino acid production.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Training on Climate Resilient Technology in Agriculture crops under NICRA Project.
Start Date: Thursday, August 1, 2024
End Date: Thursday, August 1, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Pettai village
Description : This event is organized under NICRA project and enrich farmers knowledge on Climate Resilient Technology in Agricultuer cops. Further, conduct Group meeting was conducted for selection of beneficiary farmers for technology demonstration at NICRA village. In this meeting various technologies to be demonstrated during the year were explained to the participants. Based on the resources available and problems faced by the farmers they have been selected for different TDCs
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 19).
Start Date: Wednesday, July 31, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Following activities are conducted on nineteenth day. Guest lecture on Maintaining safety and security in financial transactions by Mrs. Kumuthini, Assistant Manager, SBI, ACB branch, Karaikal and Effective utilization of Farm ponds by J. Murugesan, SI Fisheries.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Monday, July 1, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Off campus Trainig on Climate Resilient Technology in Agriculture crops under NICRA Project.
Start Date: Tuesday, July 30, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Athipadugai village
Description : This event is organized under NICRA project and enrich farmers knowledge on Climate Resilient Technology in Agricultuer cops. Further, conduct Group meeting was conducted for selection of beneficiary farmers for technology demonstration at NICRA village. In this meeting various technologies to be demonstrated during the year were explained to the participants. Based on the resources available and problems faced by the farmers they have been selected for different TDCs.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on resistant varieties in field crops
Start Date: Monday, July 29, 2024
End Date: Monday, July 29, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. As part of training programme lecture was given to youth organic farmers on resistant varieties in field crops
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 17).
Start Date: Monday, July 29, 2024
End Date: Monday, July 29, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Following activities are conducted on Seventeenth day. 1) Lecture on Resistant varieties in Field crops 2) Lecture on Resistant varieties in Horticulture crops 3) Lecture on Organic input production 4) Demonstration on Tobacco leaf extract preparation.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 16)
Start Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024
End Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Session on Biodynamic composting has been conducted today (sixteenth day).
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Newspaper coverage.
Start Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024
End Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : News Coverage about Demonstration on TNAU Rice reap to Direct Seeding of Rice crop for to improve grain filling rate and yield of Rice crop is programme is published in local dailies
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 15).
Start Date: Friday, July 26, 2024
End Date: Friday, July 26, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. The following activities are conducted on fifteenth day. 1) Lecture on Organic input production. 2) Group discussion on various technologies used in organic farming. 3) Demonstration on Dasagavya preparation.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Trainig on Climate Resilient Technologies in Agriculture crops under NICRA Project.
Start Date: Friday, July 26, 2024
End Date: Friday, July 26, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Neivacherry village
Description : This event is organized under NICRA project to enrich farmers knowledge on Climate Resilient Technology in Agricultuer cops. Further, Group meeting was conducted for selection of beneficiaries for technology demonstration at NICRA village. In this meeting various technologies to be demonstrated during the year were explained to the participants. Based on the resources available and problems faced by the farmers they have been selected for different TDCs.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Training on Climate Resilient Technologies in Agriculture crops under NICRA Project.
Start Date: Friday, July 19, 2024
End Date: Friday, July 26, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Neivacherry village
Description : This event is organized under NICRA project to enrich farmers knowledge on Climate Resilient Technology in Agricultuer cops. Further, Group meeting was conducted for selection of beneficiaries for technology demonstration at NICRA village. In this meeting various technologies to be demonstrated during the year were explained to the participants. Based on the resources available and problems faced by the farmers they have been selected for different TDCs.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit - To observe the fish growth rate
Start Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Nedungadu village
Description : Farmer culture composite fishcultur in own pond . During field visit Sub inspector Fisheries visited a farmer's pond and guided them on method of Feeding to fishes and water management of culture pond.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Demonstration on TNAU Rice reap.
Start Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Agalankannu village
Description : This event is organized under FLD programme on “Demonstration on TNAU Rice reap to improve grain filling rate and yield of Direct Seeding of Rice” to demonstrate the technology of TNAU Rice reap @ 6 kgs per acre (Booting stage (3 kg/acre) and 10 days after first spray (3 kg/acre)) to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 14).
Start Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal.
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. The following activities are conducted on fourteenth day. 1) Lecture on Calculation of nutrient requirement to crops. 2) Lecture on Do and Don't of effective communication. 3) Lecture on Coirpith composting. 4) Demonstration on Coirpith composting.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Calculation of nutrient requirement to crops.
Start Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. As part of trining programme lecture was given to youth organic farmers on Calculation of nutrient requirement to crops.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 13).
Start Date: Wednesday, July 24, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal.
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. The following activities are conducted on thirteenth day. 1) Lecture on Farm waste recycling. 2) Lecture on usage of insect traps. 3) Practiced Agro Eco System Analysis. 4) Demonstration on installation of pheromone traps.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Mulching.
Start Date: Tuesday, July 23, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, July 23, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. As part of trining programme lecture was given to youth organic farmers on different types of mulching.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit - FLD - Marigold
Start Date: Tuesday, July 23, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, July 23, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Ilayankudi village.
Description : FLD on 'Demonstration on Marigold hybrid Arka Abhi' is being implemented in farmers fields during ensuing season. Seedlings of Marigold hybrid Arka Abhi have been produced at KVK and distributed to the farmers. SMS Horticulture visited a farmer's fields and guided them on method of pinching.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 12).
Start Date: Tuesday, July 23, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, July 23, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. The following activities are conducted on twelfth day. 1) Lecture on Mulching. 2) Lecture on conservation agriculture. 3) Presentation by participants on various topics with respect to organic farming. 4) Method demonstration on preparation and application of NSKE 5℅..
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

National Mango Day celebration.
Start Date: Monday, July 22, 2024
End Date: Monday, July 22, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : National Mango Day is celebrated at KVK, Karaikal today. Following activities are conducted. 1) Narrated Health benefits and specialities of mangoes. 2) Demonstrated pruning technique in mango. 3) Served Mango juice to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demonstration and pre observation observation recorded in OFT(Brinjal)
Start Date: Monday, July 22, 2024
End Date: Monday, July 22, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Agalangannu village.
Description : As part of OFT on "Assessment of Eco-friendly Management Technologies of Mealybug in Brinjal" field visit conducted and observations recorded. And demonstrated Arka mealy Melt and Fish Oil Rosin Soap against Mealybug.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 11).
Start Date: Monday, July 22, 2024
End Date: Monday, July 22, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. The following activities are conducted on eleventh day. 1) Lecture on Development of Employability skills. 2) Lecture on organic input production 3) Method demonstration on Jeevanruth and Ghana Jeevanruth preparation.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered cum method demonstration on Holistic approach in Backyard poultry rearing.for enhancing Farmers income
Start Date: Saturday, July 20, 2024
End Date: Saturday, July 20, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Manalmedu Village, Nedungadu Block
Description : Training cum method demonstration on Holistic approach in Backyard poultry rearing.for enhancing Farmers income has been organized by ATMA, Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal in collaboration with Department of Animal Husbandry and Animal Welfare, Karaikal and SMS (Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal has participated as resource person and delivered lecture on " Backyard poultry rearing - An approch to enhance Farmer's Income and also carried out method demonstration on poultry vaccination and bio-security measures.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 10).
Start Date: Saturday, July 20, 2024
End Date: Saturday, July 20, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. The following activities are conducted on tenth day. 1) Lecture on Soil fertility management through penning. 2) Exercise on Reading Agriculture magazines for knowing about technologies related to organic farming. 3) Method demonstration on NSKE preparation.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Integrated Nutrient Management in Rice Crop.
Start Date: Friday, July 19, 2024
End Date: Friday, July 19, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Sirupuliyur village
Description : A lecture was given to farmers on Importance of soil health card, application of organic and inorganic fertilizers, uses of green Manures and biofertilizers and this programme was organized by ATMA Tiruvarur
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 9).
Start Date: Friday, July 19, 2024
End Date: Friday, July 19, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. The following activities are conducted on ninth day. 1) Lecture on Farm register maintenance. 2) Lecture on organic input production. 3) Method demonstration on FYM enrichment.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 8).
Start Date: Thursday, July 18, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 18, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. The following activities are conducted on eighth day. 1) Lecture on Green manures. 2) Lecture on Biological control of diseases 3) Method demonstration on Seed treatment with bio control agents.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Green manures and Green leaf manures
Start Date: Thursday, July 18, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 18, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. As part of trining programme lecture was given to youth organic farmers on Green manures and Green leaf manures.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 7).
Start Date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. The following activities are conducted on seventh day. 1) Lecture on Cropping system. 2) Lecture on Organic input production. 3) Method demonstration on Organic herbicide preparation.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Cropping and farming system
Start Date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. As part of trining programme lecture was given to youth organic farmers on Cropping and farming system.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 6).
Start Date: Tuesday, July 16, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. The following activities are conducted in sixth day. 1) Lecture on Polite behavior 2) Lecture on How to apply for a job and prepare for an interview. 3) Organic input preparation 4) Method demonstration on Thaemore karaisal preparation.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture on "How to apply for a job and prepare for an interview"
Start Date: Tuesday, July 16, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Lecture on "How to apply for a job and prepare for an interview" to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 5).
Start Date: Monday, July 15, 2024
End Date: Monday, July 15, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. The following activities are conducted in fifth day. 1) Natural farming. 2) Bio fertilizers in organic farming 3) Method demonstration on Seed treatment with bio fertilizers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Natural farming
Start Date: Monday, July 15, 2024
End Date: Monday, July 15, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. As part of trining programme lecture was given to youth organic farmers on Natural farming.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 4).
Start Date: Saturday, July 13, 2024
End Date: Saturday, July 13, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. The following activities are conducted in fourth day. 1) Lecture on Various forms of Organic farming. 2) Exercise on Reading news papers for knowing about news related to organic farming. 3) Method demonstration on Panchagavya preparation.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture on "Third party certification
Start Date: Friday, July 12, 2024
End Date: Friday, July 12, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Lecture on "Third party certification" to the participants .
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

RKVY- Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 3).
Start Date: Friday, July 12, 2024
End Date: Friday, July 12, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. The following activities are conducted in third day. 1) Lecture on Biological control of insects. 2) Lecture on Third party certification 3) Method demonstration on application of Metarhizium anisopliae in compost pit.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News paper coverage on RKVY Skill development training on Organic cultivator.
Start Date: Thursday, July 11, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 11, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RKVY Skill training on Organic cultivator (small unit) was inaugerated at KVK, Karaikal yesterday. News about the event has been published in local dailies today.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

RKVY Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator. (Day 2).
Start Date: Thursday, July 11, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 11, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : The RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. The following activities were conducted in the second day. 1) Lecture on Detrimental effects of unsafe farming practices 2) Lecture on Zero tillage 3) Method demonstration on seed treatment with Beejamruth.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Zero tillage.
Start Date: Thursday, July 11, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 11, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) is being conducted at KVK, Karaikal. As part of trining programme lecture was given to youth organic farmers on Zero tillage.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

RKVY Skill Development Training on Organic Cultivator.
Start Date: Wednesday, July 10, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, July 10, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The RKVY - Skill development training on Organic cultivator (Small unit) has been inaugurated today at KVK, Karaikal. Dr. S. Ravi, Program coordinator inaugurated the training. The following activities were conducted in the first day. 1) Ice breaking session 2) Lecture on Importance of organic farming 3) Lecture on Soil health management 4) Method demonstration on Beejamruth preparation.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered cum method demonstration on seed treatment.
Start Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Thiru patinam.
Description : Awareness campaign on Seed treatment was organized by DRDA. SMS (Horticulture) participated as resource person and delivered lecture on Importance and methods of seed treatment. Method demonstration on seed treatment with bio fertilizers, bio control agents, organic products and chemical fungicide was also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit and observation recorded in Brinajl
Start Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Athipadugai village.
Description : As part of OFT on "Assessment of biological methods for the management of soil born diseases in Brinjal" field visit conducted and observations recorded.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered cum method demonstration on seed treatment.
Start Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Neravy
Description : Awareness campaign on Seed treatment was organized by DRDA. SMS (Horticulture) participated as resource person and delivered lecture on Importance and methods of seed treatment. Method demonstration on seed treatment with bio control agents, organic products and chemical fungicide was also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit and observations recorded
Start Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Elayankudy village.
Description : As part of FLD on "Demonstration on Para wilt Management in Cotton" field visit conducted and observations recorded.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered cum method demonstration on Scientific approach in Backyard poultry rearing.
Start Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Veterinary Dispensary, T.R.Pattinam.
Description : Training cum method demonstration on scientific approach in backyard poultry rearing has been organized by ATMA, Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal in collaboration with Department of Animal Husbandry and Animal Welfare, Karaikal and SMS (Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal has participated as resource person and delivered lecture on Scientific methods of poultry rearing practices at backyard conditions and also carried out method demonstration on poultry vaccination and bio-security measures.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Diagnostic visit - Paddy
Start Date: Monday, July 8, 2024
End Date: Monday, July 8, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Ambagarathur Village
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to Kuruvai rice field and gave advisory about Weed management. To control Echinochloa sp. spray Cyhalofop butyl 10% EW @ 0.8 kg/ha (0.08 kg ai/ha) at 15-18 days after sowing
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered cum method demonstration on seed treatment.
Start Date: Monday, July 8, 2024
End Date: Monday, July 8, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Thirunallar
Description : Awareness campaign on Seed treatment was organized by DRDA. SMS (Horticulture) participated as resource person and delivered lecture on Importance and methods of seed treatment. Method demonstration on seed treatment with bio control agents, organic products and chemical fungicide was also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Diagnostic visit - Blackgram
Start Date: Monday, July 8, 2024
End Date: Monday, July 8, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Ambakarathur village
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to Black gram field and gave advisory about Helicoverpa armigera management. The pest damage is crossed ETL. To control foliar spray of Novaluron 10%EC @1000 ml/ha recommendation has given.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered cum method demonstration on seed treatment.
Start Date: Friday, July 5, 2024
End Date: Friday, July 5, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Kurumbakaram Village
Description : Awareness campaign on Seed treatment has been organized by DRDA. SMS (Horticulture) participated as resource person and delivered lecture on Importance and methods of seed treatment. Method demonstration on seed treatment with bio control agents, organic products and chemical fungicide was also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered cum method demonstration on seed treatment.
Start Date: Thursday, July 4, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 4, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Varichikudi
Description : Awareness campaign on Seed treatment has been organized by DRDA. SMS (Horticulture) participated as resource person and delivered lecture on Importance and methods of seed treatment. Method demonstration on seed treatment with bio control agents and bio fertilizers was also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

RPL-Three days training on 'Bee Keeper'
Start Date: Tuesday, July 2, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 4, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Three -days Training on Bee Keeper is started today at KVK, Karaikal under the sponsorship of Agricultural Skill Council of India. Sessions on the First day are; 1.Bee hive management 2. Establishment of Bee Colony 3. Management during nectar and pollen dearth period 4. Life cycle of honey bees,colony organization and communication in honey bee. Imparted skill on 1.Handling and inspection of bee hive. Distributed booklet on "Bee Keeping Technologies" to the participants. The second day of RPL training on Bee Keeper at KVK, Karaikal under the sponsorship of Agricultural Skill Council of India. Sessions on the Second day are; 1. Principles of beekeeping equipment and machines Third day of RPL training on Bee Keeper at KVK, Karaikal under the sponsorship of Agricultural Skill Council of India. Today assessment was conducted on three categories 1. Theory 2. Practicals 3. Viva 2. Pest and disease management in Bee keeping 3. Processing of harvesting ,processing and marketing
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

News paper coverage on Demonstration on foliar application Nano DAP in Rice crop using Drone
Start Date: Wednesday, July 3, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Demonstration on foliar application Nano DAP in Rice crop using Drone was conducted in farmes field. News about the event has been published in local dailies today.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On campus training on High Density Planting in mango.
Start Date: Monday, July 1, 2024
End Date: Monday, July 1, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : In commemoration of International Fruit day an on campus training on High density planting in Mango was conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 1.7.24. Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS ( Horticulture) delivered lecture on High density planting in mango. Method demonstration on pruning in mango also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News paper coverage on International Fruit Day celebration.
Start Date: Monday, July 1, 2024
End Date: Monday, July 1, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : International Fruit Day was celebrated at KVK, Karaikal yesterday. News about the event has been published in local dailies today.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

International Fruit Day celebration
Start Date: Monday, July 1, 2024
End Date: Monday, July 1, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : International Fruit Day is celebrated at KVK, Karaikal today. Following activities are conducted. 1) Delivered lecture on Health benefits of fruits. 2) Demonstrated pruning technique in mango 3) Served Fruit salad to the participants 4) Distributed Mango grafts, Guava layers, Watermelon and Muskmelon seeds and Vermicompost under SCSP.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Saturday, June 1, 2024
End Date: Sunday, June 30, 2024

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Field visit
Start Date: Friday, June 28, 2024
End Date: Saturday, June 29, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Ilayankudi & Pettai villages
Description : FLD on 'Demonstration on Marigold hybrid Arka Abhi' is being implemented in farmers fields during ensuing season. Seedlings of Marigold hybrid Arka Abhi have been produced at KVK and distributed to the farmers. Planting have been taken up by farmers. SMS Horticulture visited the farmers fields and guided them on method of planting and spacing.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit to Inland fish culture pond
Start Date: Friday, June 28, 2024
End Date: Friday, June 28, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Ilayangudy Village
Description : Farmer culture the composite fish culture in farm pond high density of Algae appear in water. Recommendation to apply 20 Kgs of caco3 to water.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Off campus Demonstration on Nano DAP application in Rice by using drone.
Start Date: Friday, June 28, 2024
End Date: Friday, June 28, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Kolakudi, Agaramangudi, Karukkangudi and Sellur villages.
Description : This event is organized under FLD programme on “Demonstration on Nano DAP application in Rice by using drone” to the 10 farmers field and explained in detail about the method of applying the Nano DAP through drones and its benefits
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Off campus demonstration on Soil application of Potassium Solubilizing Bacteria in Rice field.
Start Date: Thursday, June 27, 2024
End Date: Thursday, June 27, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Ambakarathur Village
Description : This event is organized under OFT programme on “Assessment of Potassium Solubilizing Bacteria for enhancing Potash nutrient in Rice” to the Rice growing farmers. Demonstrate the technology of Soil application of TNAU Potash Bacteria Liqued Biofertlizer @ 500 ml per ha and Natural potash @ 150 kgs per ha mixed with 50 kgs of FYM at farmers field.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

PAJANCOA &RI I.B.Sc.,(Hons) Agri Students Visited to KVK –Press Coverage
Start Date: Wednesday, June 26, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, June 26, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : PAJANCOA&RI, Serumavilanagai –V-B.Sc.,(Hons) Agri-Students visit to KVK-Press report published in a local dailies.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

PAJANCOA &RI –I-B.Sc.,(Hons) Agriculture Students Visited to KVK
Start Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture and Research Institute - I-B.Sc.(Hons) Agri-2023- Batch -Students Visited to KVK campus on 25.06.2024. Dr.A.Senthil, SMS(Agrl.Extension) has addressed introductory speech about KVK ,Madur and over all activities towards serving farming community with effective manner then followed by all SMS(s) were taken lectures like ICT Tools and applications used in agriculture and allied sectors , Terrace garden techniques, organic inputs preparations –Panjakaviya and Fish acid solution, Hi-tech Nursery Techniques in Fruits and vegetables cultivation, Coconut Nursery , Mushroom Production Technologies(Milky and Oyster ), Vermi Composting Techniques ,Cattle and Poultry Production and Management methods ,Fisheries rearing techniques ..etc., and also students were visited to the all demo units at KVK campus.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered on “KVK Roll and activities& ICT tools usages-of PAJANCOA&RI, Students
Start Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : PAJANCOA&RI, First year B.Sc.,(Hons) Agri.,students has visited the KVK campus on 25.06.2024 part of course work . Dr.A.Senthil, SMS(Agrl.Extension ) stresses on roll and activities of KVK and the importance of transferring technologies through Mobile Apps viz,M-Velanmai App, FARMS App, KISAN RATH App and e-Nam for marketing the product and also briefed about the TNAU-Agri tech Portal, Expert system.etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Phone in programme on "Soil Health Management"
Start Date: Monday, June 24, 2024
End Date: Monday, June 24, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal FM
Description : Phone in programme (radio talk) of Dr.V.Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal on Soil Health Management by Mr. Karthikeyan, Programme executive, AIR,Karaikal
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On campus training programme to farmers and farm women on " Importance of Feed supplementation in dairy cows".
Start Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : An On campus training to farmers and farm women on " Importance of Feed supplementation in dairy cows".was conducted by Dr B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal on 18.06.2024 as a part OFT programme on Assessment of OmeB feed supplementation in dairy cows for improving fat per cent in milk. Dr. S. Ravi, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal has inaugurated the training programme 1. Lecture on various types of feed supplement in feeding dairy cows and its mode of function in improving digestion, immunity and production both in terms of quantity and quality of milk - delivered by SMS (Veterinary). 2. Tmt. A. Amina Bibi, Agriculture Officer, Department of Agriculture ans Farmers Welfare, Karaikal has delivered a lecture on Role of Green fodder and enriched dry fodder in improving the quality of milk. About 25 Nos. Of Farmers and farm women have participated the training programme. Method demonstration on estimation of fat per cent in milk by using milk analyzer was also conducted .
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

PM KISAN 17th instalment fund release Webcasting programme
Start Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2024

Event Category : Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of PM KISAN 17th installment fund release by Hon'ble PM live webcasting programme organised at KVK. Thiru. R. Ganesan, Additional Director of Agriculture, Department of Agriculture, Karaikal and Agricultural officers along with with Farmers and Farm Women are participated in the programme. Tmt. A. Amina Bibi, Agricultural officer has translated the speech of Honourable PM and Agricultural Minister of India to the farmers in Tamil.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Phone in Program on "Preparedness for Aadi pattam vegetable cultivation".
Start Date: Friday, June 14, 2024
End Date: Friday, June 14, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal.
Description : Phone in program on "Preparedness for vegetable cultivation in ,the forthcoming season" was broadcasted as live interaction between farmers and J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) of KVK, Karaikal from 7.30 to 8.00 pm. Farmers in and around Karaikal district have participated and got clarified their doubts on vegetable cultivatio
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Diagnostic visit in Bhendi
Start Date: Thursday, June 13, 2024
End Date: Thursday, June 13, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Kottapadi Village
Description : A rural youth who had attended the skill training on Organic inputs production under SCSP -2023-24 at our KVK is now cultivating vegetables organically. Diagnostic visit was made to his field and found that the bhendi crop was infected by Red spider mide. Recommended to spray NSKE 5℅ twice at weekly interval.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Newspaper coverage.
Start Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : News Coverage about seminar on Integrated Crop Management in Kuruvai Rice to the SC farmers of Karaikal District conducted at KVK is published in local dailies
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit and observations recorded
Start Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Neravy village.
Description : As part of OFT on "Assessment of IPM Modules against sucking pest complex in Cotton" field visit conducted and observations recorded and given advisory services for management of Mealybug and distributed the input.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Farmers seminar on Integrated Crop Management in Kuruvai Rice under SCSP Component.
Start Date: Tuesday, June 11, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, June 11, 2024

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : Welcome Address: Thiru. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. The Programme Coordinator has given the Inaugural address. Technical address: 1)Advanced Cultivation Practices for Kuruvai Rice – Dr. S. Mala., Professor, Dept. of Agronomy, PAJANCOA & RI, Karaikal. 2) Integrated Pest & Disease Management in Rice - Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plant Protection), KVK, Karaikal. 3) Technical knowledge on various inputs used for Rice cultivation - Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal. Followed by Farmer Scientist Interaction Finally the participating farmers were given Co (R) 51 Rice seed @ 30 kg per acre. Vote of thanks : Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Vet), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit and observation recorded
Start Date: Monday, June 10, 2024
End Date: Monday, June 10, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Athipadugai village.
Description : As part of OFT on "Assessment of biological methods for the management of soil born diseases in Brinjal" field visit conducted and observations recorded.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Newspaper Announcement.
Start Date: Sunday, June 9, 2024
End Date: Sunday, June 9, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Skill development training on Organic cultivator under PMKVY is to be conducted at KVK. In order to make wider publicity among public and to invite more applications from eligible candidates announcement about the training is published in local dailies.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Newspaper Announcement.
Start Date: Saturday, June 8, 2024
End Date: Saturday, June 8, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Training programme on ICM in Kuruvai Rice under SCSP component to be conducted at KVK. In order to make wider publicity among Kuruvai farmers is published in local dailies.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News paper coverage
Start Date: Friday, June 7, 2024
End Date: Friday, June 7, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : News paper coverage on field visit to organic cultivation of dragon fruit and Black gram variety VBN 11 crops.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit
Start Date: Thursday, June 6, 2024
End Date: Thursday, June 6, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Serumavilangai
Description : A proactive woman farmer practising Dragon fruit cultivation. Upon request of the farmer KVK scientists along with Agriculture Officer have visited the field and observed the crop condition. Recommended to give 2-3 litres of water per plant twice a week. Also suggested for flower bud thinning to encourage the growth of the plant.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Field visit
Start Date: Thursday, June 6, 2024
End Date: Thursday, June 6, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pillaitheruvasal
Description : Field visit was made to the VBN11 Blackgram field. The farmer cultivated the variety with the recommendations of KVK. The crop stand is good and yield is expected.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Lecture delivered on Sustainable Agriculture.
Start Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Thirunallar.
Description : Awareness program on World Environment Day was organized by BDO, Karaikal. In this program a lecture on Sustainable agriculture was delivered by SMS (Horticulture).
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demonstration on Cobalt Chloride under FLD programme 2024-25
Start Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Ambagarathur Village
Description : FLD on Demonstration on para wilt management in cotton
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to OFT on Assessment of high yielding white sesame variety at Karaikal District
Start Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kurumbagaram, Nedungagadu Commune
Description : After visiting the OFT field it is learnt that 10 more days are needed for the grains to be matured. The yield parameters are promising when compared to local variety and yield is to be ascertained during harvest.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Popular article published.
Start Date: Saturday, June 1, 2024
End Date: Saturday, June 1, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : In order to stimulate the interest of Hybrid Marigold cultivation among farmers a Popular article on "Hybrid Marigold cultivation technologies" was prepared and sent to Dinamalar News paper. The same is published today in the ' Vivasayamalar ' part of the daily.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
End Date: Friday, May 31, 2024

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Madur
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

News paper coverage
Start Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Dinamani & Dinakaran Newspaper
Description : News paper coverage on performance of Black gram variety VBN 11. An article was published in a local daily during last week that a farmer in Karaikal cultivated VBN11 Black gram for the first time and neither the KVK nor the Department of Agriculture popularized the variety. KVK, Karaikal, has given a press note that through FLD and CFLD in the years 2022-23 and 2023-24, the variety of Black gram Vamban 11 has been demonstrated.The variety has good yield potential and preferred by farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demo on spot application of AMC mixed with FYM near root zone of Brinjal crop.
Start Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Athipadugai Village
Description : Visited the OFT field - Demo on AMC (5 kg) Mixed With FYM (500 Kg) per acre applied near the root zone of standing brinjal crop.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Diagnostic field visit conducted and given advisory services in Cotton
Start Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Athipadugai Village
Description : Field visit has been conducted in cotton field and observed over growth of crop and less number of flowers hence advised the farmer to go for nipping to increase sympodial branches for enhancing yield.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Radio talk recording on "Addressing Current issues on Cotton"
Start Date: Tuesday, May 28, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal FM
Description : Recording of radio talk of Dr S Divya, SMS (PP), KVK, Karaikal on IPDM in Cotton of AIR, Karaikal recorded on 28.05.2024. by Mr. Karthikeyan, Programme executive,AIR,Karaikal
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit
Start Date: Monday, May 27, 2024
End Date: Monday, May 27, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Vizhidiyur Village
Description : Visited the Koduva fish culture in fresh water pond at vizhidiyur. Measure the body weight of fishes. Also advised to farmer stock more n umber of fresh fishes in pond for feed of Koduva fish.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Broadcasting of radio talk on "Special care and management of livestock and poultry during erratic climate changes.
Start Date: Saturday, May 25, 2024
End Date: Saturday, May 25, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal FM
Description : Broadcasting of radio talk of Dr B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal on special care of animals during climatic changes at 7.30 pm on 25.05.24 in Kisanvani programme of AIR, Karaikal recorded on 3.00 pm of 24.05.2024. The management practices like feeding, housing and other general aspects were mentioned and precaution measures to be taken was also narrated in the radio talk. The programme was held as interview type and the staff of AIR, Karaikal Mr. Karthikeyan, Programme executive has taken the interview.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Joint Diagnostic visit
Start Date: Friday, May 24, 2024
End Date: Friday, May 24, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Subarayapuram,,Ambagarathur,,Pettai,Keelaponpethi,Konakavali,Melaodudhurai, oozhiyapathu villages
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to a Cotton and Sesame fields at different villages of Karaikal district today. Diagnosed that Cotton crop was infested by Para wilt, mealybug,Square shedding and boll shedding. and sesame crop infected with root rot, Recommended to apply Cobalt chloride @ @1g/100 lit for para wilt,Foliar spray of Fish Oil Rosin Soap @ 2 ml/lit for mealybug, Square and boll shedding in cotton - Spray cotton plus @ 2.5 kg /ac mixed in 200 litres of water twice during flowering and boll formation stage for cotton.Spot drench with Carbendazim at 1.0 g/litre in Sesame for root rot.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Sales of Goat Kids
Start Date: Thursday, May 23, 2024
End Date: Thursday, May 23, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Goat demonstration was started in KVK, Karaikal during February, 2023 with 5 Females and 1 Male goat. The first goat kid sales was started today at this Kendra with 5-6 month old 1 male and 1 female after developing 10 + 1 parent stock.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Input distribution under FLD programme 2024-25
Start Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : FLD on Demonstration on high yielding fine grain Rice variety CO 55 is initiated this week. This variety is classified as long-grain rice, It is medium slender fine rice with cooking quality developed at TNAU in 2022. The Seeds and bio inputs were distributed to the farmers
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News paper coverage
Start Date: Saturday, May 18, 2024
End Date: Saturday, May 18, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : News paper coverage on awareness on Cotton root rot incidence and it's profilactic measures for management.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Demo on yellow sticky trap
Start Date: Thursday, May 16, 2024
End Date: Thursday, May 16, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Ambagarathur Village
Description : Visited the OFT - "Demonstration on Yellow sticky trap in Cotton.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Demo on Neem oil and Spinosad.
Start Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Thalatheru
Description : Visited the FLD - "Demonstration on Sesame Leaf Webber and capsule borer management in Sesame. Also advised the farmer to spray Neem oil when infestation is below ETL and to spray Spinosad when infestation is above ETL to manage the leaf Webber and capsule borer.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit
Start Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Agalankannu
Description : Visited the FLD - "Demonstration on Ridgegourd variety MDU1" plot at Agalankannu village and recorded the parameters viz., no. fruit length, fruit girth and fruit weight. Also advised the farmer to install fruit fly traps to manage the fruit fly.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Diagnostic visit
Start Date: Monday, May 13, 2024
End Date: Monday, May 13, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to a vegetable field at Pettai village today. Diagnosed that Brinjal crop was infested by collor rot and Cluster bean crop was infested by root rot. Recommended to practice soil drenching with carbendazim+ mancozeb @2g/ lit.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit
Start Date: Monday, May 13, 2024
End Date: Monday, May 13, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : Visited the OFT - "Assessment of chilli hybrids for yield and market preference" plot at Pettai village and recorded the parameters viz., no. of fruits, fruit length, and fruit weight in the chilli hybrids CO1 & Arka Khyati.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Attended HRD training programme on Recent Advances in Good Agricultural Practices for Management of Emerging Insect Pest in Coconut.
Start Date: Monday, April 29, 2024
End Date: Friday, May 3, 2024

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : ICAR- NBAIR, Bengaluru
Description : Five days HRD training programme on Emerging pests of coconut and their management was attended by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to CFLD Oilseeds on INM in Rice fallow Sesame crop.
Start Date: Friday, May 3, 2024
End Date: Friday, May 3, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kottucherry village
Description : Advisories given for Leaf webber management by foliar spray of Neem seed kernels extract (5%) or Neem oil 2% (two rounds) in Rice fallow Sesame crop.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Broadcasting of radio talk on "Agronomic Cultivation practices for Kuruvai Rice”.
Start Date: Thursday, May 2, 2024
End Date: Thursday, May 2, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal FM
Description : Broadcasting of radio talk of Dr. S. Ravi Ph.D., Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal on Agronomic Cultivation practices for Kuruvai Rice at 7.30 pm on 02.05.24 in Kisanvani programme of AIR, Karaikal recorded on 3.00 pm of 01.05.2024.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Monday, April 1, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Madur
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Diagnostic Visit to Quail Farm
Start Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Agalakannu village
Description : Advisories given to Mr. N. Perumal of Agalakannu Village after visiting his quail farm whom reported after incidence of high mortality of his 2 weeks old quails. After enquiring about history of feeding and other management practices as well as upon clinical examination the cause of the mortality tentatively diagnosed as Salmonellosis. He has been advised to give Neodox antibiotic powder in water for five days.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Lecture Delivered
Start Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Rayanpalayam, Varichikudy Village
Description : Orientation programme on “School Soil Health Programme” to the school students (10th Std) has been organized by Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Karaikal District. In this program Dr. V. Aravinth SMS Agronomy delivered lecture on "Soil Health Management and Collection of Soil Sample" to the School Students.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Diagnostic visit
Start Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Neravy
Description : Visited an sesame field at Neravy village. Diagnosed that the crop was infested by Fusarium wilt. Recommended to spot drench with carbendazim 50 WP @1g/lit
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to CFLD Pulses on INM in Rice fallow Blackgram crop.
Start Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kurumbagaram village
Description : Advisories given for spodoptera litura management by foliar spray of Emamectin benzoate 5% SG @ 220 g/ha in Rice fallow Black gram and observe yield attributes
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit and advisory service.
Start Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kottapadi Village
Description : A rural youth who had attended the skill training on Organic inputs production under SCSP -2023-24 at our KVK is now cultivating vegetables organically. Visited his field and observed the crop condition. Recommended to apply Jeevamruth and groundnut oil cake so as to provide adequate nutrition for the crop and foliar application of Panchagavya to increase the fruit set.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit –FLD program
Start Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kottucherry Village
Description : A farmer who had cultivated TANUVAS -10-cent model fodder under the FLD program visited his field and observed the crop condition
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Diagnostic visit
Start Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Kumarakudi Village
Description : Visited an organically grown Brinjal field at Kumarakudi village. The farmer prepare and apply organic inputs viz., Panchagavya and Fish amino acid to the crop. Diagnosed that the crop was infested by Hadda beetle. Recommended to spray Azadirachtin 0.3℅ @5ml/lit. Also suggested to prepare NSKE for future use.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Diagnostic visit
Start Date: Tuesday, April 9, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Agalankannu
Description : Visited a chilli field at agalankannu village. Diagnosed that the crop was infested by both Cercospora and bacterial leaf spot diseases. Recommended to spray copper oxy chloride @2.5g + streptomycin 0.2g/lit.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demo on Arka Microbial Consortium in root zone of standing brinjal crop and soil application of Bacillus subtilis,Trichoderma asperillum and Purpureocillium lilacinum in brinjal
Start Date: Friday, April 5, 2024
End Date: Friday, April 5, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Athipadugai Village
Description : Demonstration on Arka Microbial Consortium in root zone of standing crop and soil application of Bacillus subtilis ,Trichoderma asperillum and Purpureocillium lilacinum in brinjal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit
Start Date: Friday, April 5, 2024
End Date: Friday, April 5, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Athipadugai Village
Description : Cultivation of Tissue culture banana is one of the technologies being demonstrated in farmers field under NICRA. The fields are visited and provided advisory on desuckering and micronutrient application.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit
Start Date: Thursday, April 4, 2024
End Date: Thursday, April 4, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : Cultivation of Tissue culture banana is one of the technologies being demonstrated in farmers field under NICRA. The fields are visited and provided advisory on desuckering and management of Sigatoka leaf spot.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit and observation recorded
Start Date: Wednesday, April 3, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Nedungadu village
Description : As part of FLD on "IPDM in Rice fallow Green gram" field visit conducted and observations recorded.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to CFLD Pulses on INM in Rice fallow Blackgram crop.
Start Date: Wednesday, April 3, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kurumbagaram village
Description : Advisories given for spodoptera litura management by foliar spray of Emamectin benzoate 5%SG @ 220 g/ha in Rice fallow Black gram and application of TNAU Pulse Wonder.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Agriculture Students Visited to KVK under the RAWE programme at KVK ,Karaikal
Start Date: Thursday, March 7, 2024
End Date: Saturday, March 30, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Amirta School of Agricultural Sciences, Coimbatore- IV-B.Sc.,(Agri) Students attached KVK under the RAWE programme from 07.03.2024 to 30.03.2024.Programme Coordinator has addressed introductory speech about KVK ,Madur and over all activities toward s serving farming community with effective manner then followed by all SMS(s) were taken lectures like ICT Tools and applications used in agriculture and allied sectors, Terrace garden techniques, organic inputs preparations, Hi-tech Nursery Techniques in Fruits and vegetables cultivation, Coconut Nursery , Mushroom Production Technologies,Vermi Composting Techniques,Cattle and Poultry Production and Management methods, Fisheries rearing techniques ..etc., and also students have visited all demo units at KVK campus. Finally, completion certificates were issued to the students by Dr. S. Ravi, Programme Coordinator, Dr.A.Senthil ,SMS(Agrl.Extension) has coordinated the programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Friday, March 1, 2024
End Date: Friday, March 29, 2024

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Madur
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Demo on borax and nochi leaf extract
Start Date: Thursday, March 28, 2024
End Date: Thursday, March 28, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Ambagarathur village
Description : As part of FLD on "IPDM in Rice fallow Green gram" demonstration has been conducted on foliar spray of borax @ 0.1% and nochi leaf extract 10% at Ambagarathur village today.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit on Cotton
Start Date: Thursday, March 28, 2024
End Date: Thursday, March 28, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Ambagarathur village.
Description : As part of FLD on "IPDM in Rice fallow Green gram" demonstration has been conducted on foliar spray of borax @ 0.1% and nochi leaf extract 10% at Ambagarathur village today.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to CFLD Pulses on INM in Rice fallow Blackgram crop.
Start Date: Wednesday, March 27, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kurumbagaram village
Description : Advisories given for sucking pest management in Rice fallow Black gram
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on Organic input production.
Start Date: Monday, March 25, 2024
End Date: Monday, March 25, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal.
Description : A batch of students studying final year B.Sc.(Ag) at Amirta School of Agricultural Sciences, Coimbatore are attending internship program at KVK, Karaikal. Lecture on Organic input preparation is delivered to them.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Exhibition on the occasion of Golden jubilee celebration.
Start Date: Thursday, March 21, 2024
End Date: Thursday, March 21, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Exhibition
Venue : KVK, Puducherry.
Description : As part of the Golden Jubilee celebration at PKKVK, Puducherry an exhibition was arranged. KVK, Karaikal exhibited the technological products viz., Grafted Brinjal, Panchagavya, Fish amino acid and Ghana jeevamirtham. Also exhibited the poster on salient activities done by KVK, Karaikal during 2023-24.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S. Ravi
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@gmail.com
9443314739

Off campus training on INM in Vegetables.
Start Date: Friday, March 15, 2024
End Date: Friday, March 15, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Athipadugai village.
Description : Off campus training on Integrated Nutrient Management practices in Vegetable crops is conducted at Athipadugai village under NICRA scheme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Off campus training on Productivity enhancement practices in Mango.
Start Date: Wednesday, March 13, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Varichikudi village.
Description : As part of FLD on "Yield augmentation techniques in mango" an off campus training on Productivity enhancement practices in mango has been conducted at Varichikudi village today. Method demonstrations on Foliar application of Planofix was also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Organic inputs production and Method demonstration on Panchagavya preparation.
Start Date: Wednesday, March 13, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : As part of the training on IPM practices for Horticulture conducted at KVK under the sponsorship of DRDA, Puducherry lecture is delivered on Organic inputs production. method demonstration on Panchagavya preparation is also conducted to the trainees.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Sponsored training on 'Integrated Pest Management Techniques in Horticultural Crops'
Start Date: Wednesday, March 13, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Three -days Training on Integrated Pest Management Techniques in Horticultural crops is completed today at KVK, Karaikal under the sponsorship of District Rural Development Agency, Puducherry. Sessions on the third day are; 1.Organic Pest Management in Horticultural Crops 2. IPM in Vegetable crops 3. Mass production of biocontrol agents 4. Natural enemy identification. Imparted skill on 1.Panchagavya preparation Distributed booklet on "IPM in Horticultural Crops" to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Sponsored training on 'Integrated Pest Management Techniques in Horticultural Crops'
Start Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Three -days Training on Integrated Pest Management Techniques in Horticultural crops is completed today at KVK, Karaikal under the sponsorship of District Rural Development Agency, Puducherry. Sessions on the third day are; 1.Organic Pest Management in Horticultural Crops 2. IPM in Vegetable crops 3. Mass production of biocontrol agents 4. Natural enemy identification. Imparted skill on 1.Panchagavya preparation Distributed booklet on "IPM in Horticultural Crops" to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Sponsored training on 'Integrated Pest Management Techniques in Horticultural Crops'
Start Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Three -days Training on Integrated Pest Management Techniques in Horticultural crops is completed today at KVK, Karaikal under the sponsorship of District Rural Development Agency, Puducherry. Sessions on the third day are; 1.Organic Pest Management in Horticultural Crops 2. IPM in Vegetable crops 3. Mass production of biocontrol agents 4. Natural enemy identification. Imparted skill on 1.Panchagavya preparation Distributed booklet on "IPM in Horticultural Crops" to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Distribution of Fodder slips to SC beneficiaries under SCSP component of ICAR
Start Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : 8 Nos. Of Sc livestock farmer beneficiaries.were selected by inviting application and distributed 1000 Nos. Of Fodder slips Cumbu Napier Grass CoCN5 under SCSP component and also distributed leaflet on fodder cultivation practices.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Diagnostic visit to Inland fishculture pond and given advisory services.
Start Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Serumavilangai.Village
Description : Apply 300 kgs of Fresh cowdung. to pond.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Farmers Field School - session VIII
Start Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Agalankannu village.
Description : Farmers Field School on Grafted Brinjal cultivation is being conducted at Agalankannu village. Session on 'Usage of Plant Growth Regulators in vegetable cultivation' is conducted in today's session. Sensitized the participants on safe handling of pesticides. Method demonstration on foliar application of Fish amino acid also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Off campus training on Integrated Crop Management in Cotton under SCSP ICAR grant.
Start Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Vadamattam village
Description : Inaugurated by: Dr. S. Ravi. Ph.D., Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal. Technical Section: Dr. V. Aravinth SMS (Agronomy) - Briefed the farmers about seed selection of Cotton, seed treatment with biofertlizers, sowing method, weed management and Foliar application of TNAU Cotton Plus. Farmers who participated in the training were given one liter of fish oil rose soap to control cotton mealybug infestation.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

'Tree plantation' under Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.
Start Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Government High School, Sethur.
Description : As part of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan 2023-24 Tree plantation program has been organized by KVK, Karaikal at Government High School, Sethur. About 32 number of saplings were planted in the campus. Created awareness on importance of tree crops. The tree plantation was inaugurated by Dr. S. Ravi, Program coordinator.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Hands on training on Protray nursery technology.
Start Date: Monday, March 11, 2024
End Date: Monday, March 11, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : A batch of students studying final year B.Sc.(Ag) at Amirta School of Agricultural Sciences, Coimbatore are attending internship program at KVK, Karaikal. Hands on training on Protray nursery technology has been conducted to them.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Sponsored training on 'Integrated Pest Management Technologies in Horticulture and floriculture crops'
Start Date: Monday, March 11, 2024
End Date: Monday, March 11, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Three -days training on IPM in horticultural crops is started today at KVK, Karaikal under the sponsorship of District Rural Development Agency, Puducherry. Sessions on the First day are; 1.Introduction to IPM technology 2. IPM in fruit and plantation 3. IPM in flower crops 4. Demonstration on IPM components Imparted skill on 1.Demo on pheromone traps 2.Demo on yellow sticky trap
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Swachata Bharat Programme - Animal Waste Management - Hands on training on Viboothi production from cow dung to College student
Start Date: Monday, March 11, 2024
End Date: Monday, March 11, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Hands on training programme was conducted at KVK, Karaikal on animal farm waste management by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary) under Swachata bharat mission implemented through ICAR on 11.03.2024. Various methods of waste management like biogas production, composting, activated sludge, panchagavya, viboothi, floor cleaning detergent, vilakku, sambarni, logs etc. Method demonstration on Viboothi production was conducted by Thiru K. Kannabiran, Progressive farmer, belongs to sethur village of Karaikal district whom involved in viboothi production for past 8 years to the college students of Amritha Agricultural College student, Coimbatore
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Sponsored training on 'Horticulture Nursery technologies'
Start Date: Saturday, March 9, 2024
End Date: Saturday, March 9, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Three -days Entrepreneurial training on Horticulture Nursery technologies is started today at KVK, Karaikal under the sponsorship of District Rural Development Agency, Puducherry. Sessions on the third day are; 1.Budding and grafting methods. 2. Different methods of layering 3. Propagation through specialized plant parts. 4. Containers and media used in nursery. Imparted skill on 1.Grafting, layering and budding. 2.Potting and reporting Distributed booklet on "Horticulture Nursery Technologies" to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

XVII Scientific Advisory Committee meeting -through Hybrid Mode
Start Date: Friday, March 8, 2024
End Date: Friday, March 8, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The seventeenth Scientific Advisory Committee meeting was held at KVK, Karaikal on 08.03.2024(Friday) through Hybrid mode . The Director, of the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Puducherry chaired the meeting. DEE –TNAU(Virtual mode), DEE-TNJFU, Nagapatinam , DFO-Karaikal, Dean - PAJANCOA, PC-PKKVK, ADA- Karaikal, Professors of PAJANCOA, Line department officials and farmer members have participated and given suggestions. PC, KVK, Karaikal presented the action taken report of the previous SAC meeting. Some home take points👇🏻 1. Integrated Farming system 2.Organic farming/Natural Farming 3. Millets-oriented intervention both production and primary processing 4.Value addition 5. Ethnomedicine in Cattle Management 6. More focus on Fish production and processing 7. ICT tools used in agriculture and allied sectors, etc., *On this occasion inputs were distributed to the bene
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Exposure visit to National Horticulture Fair-2024 under the ICAR-SCSP component
Start Date: Thursday, March 7, 2024
End Date: Thursday, March 7, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : IIHR, Bengaluru
Description : A farmer's exposure visit to the National Horticulture Fair- 2024 is arranged by KVK, Karaikal under the ICAR-SCSP component 2023-2024. During this visit, the farmers could see different crop cafeterias, various technologies, and products exhibited by IIHR and other institutes in Bengaluru.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.C.Antonidass
Farm Manager
antonikaraikal@gmail.com
9865625262

Sponsored training on 'Horticulture Nursery technologies'
Start Date: Thursday, March 7, 2024
End Date: Thursday, March 7, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Three -days Entrepreneurial training on Horticulture Nursery technologies is started today at KVK, Karaikal under the sponsorship of District Rural Development Agency, Puducherry. Sessions on the second day are; 1.Tools and Implements used in nursery. 2. Techniques for breaking seed dormancy 3. Structures used in nursery 4. Propagation through Cuttings. Imparted skill on preparation of different types of cuttings and treatment with rooting hormone.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Sponsored training on 'Horticulture Nursery technologies'
Start Date: Wednesday, March 6, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Three -days Entrepreneurial training on Horticulture Nursery technologies is started today at KVK, Karaikal under the sponsorship of District Rural Development Agency, Puducherry. Sessions on the day are; 1.Introduction to Nursery 2. Mother block establishment 3. Use of Growth regulators in nursery 4. Protray nursery technology. Method demonstrations on Media preparation for protrays and Panchagavya preparation are also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Training on Post-harvest processing & Value addition of Fish and Health Mix preparation for SHG's members under the ICAR -SCSP Component.
Start Date: Friday, March 1, 2024
End Date: Monday, March 4, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal has organized a three-day hands-on training programme on post-harvest processing & value addition of fish and health mix preparation from March 1, 2024, to March 4, 2024, for SHG’s members of Karaikal under the ICAR-SCSP component. The objective of the programme was to impart skill-based training to the members of various SHGs on different aspects of fish processing technologies related to the production of value-added, quality fish products and their preservation. And also the preparation of health mix methods and their marketing strategies among the participants. The first two days of programme content included hands-on training on coated fish products like cutlets, fish balls, fingers, fish pickles, prawn pickles, cured and dried products, packaging of value-added products, and waste utilization. On the third day, the importance of millets as a value-added product, preparation of the health mix, packing and marketing strategies, etc.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Vermi Composting”
Start Date: Sunday, March 3, 2024
End Date: Sunday, March 3, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Vermi Composting” sponsored by State Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (SAMETI), Puducherry for rural youth of Karaikal is being conducted from 26.02.2024 to 03.03.204. Visit to Municipality's waste recycling unit at Karaikal. Mr. Bharath, Unit incharge explained about recycling of urban waste through Vermi Composting.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Vermi Composting”
Start Date: Saturday, March 2, 2024
End Date: Saturday, March 2, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur. Karaikal
Description : Day 6. Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Vermi Composting” sponsored by State Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (SAMETI), Puducherry for rural youth of Karaikal is being conducted from 26.02.2024 to 03.03.204. Technical Section: Dr. V. Aravinth SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal: Harvesting and Using Vermicompost: Signs of maturity, Methods for separating worms from compost, Application rates and methods for using vermicompost in gardening or farming and preparation of Vermiwash. Collected Feed back from the trainees and conducted post evaluation . Dr. Sangamesh Angadi, Consultant STRY, MANAGE, Hyderabad has interacted with trainees about STRY programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Vermi Composting”
Start Date: Friday, March 1, 2024
End Date: Friday, March 1, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Day 5. Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Vermi Composting” sponsored by State Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (SAMETI), Puducherry for rural youth of Karaikal is being conducted from 26.02.2024 to 03.03.204. Technical Section: Thiru. J. Kathiravan (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal: Roll of Vermicompost in Natural farming and Organic farming. Dr. V. Aravinth SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal: Feeding Strategies: Types of feedstock, Frequency and quantity of feeding and Avoiding harmful materials.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demo on Coirpith composting under Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.
Start Date: Friday, March 1, 2024
End Date: Friday, March 1, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan 2023-24 Awareness on Waste Recycling has been created to the Rural youth at KVK, Karaikal. Method demonstration on Coirpith composting also conducted
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Thursday, February 1, 2024
End Date: Thursday, February 29, 2024

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Training on “Integrated Crop Management in Sesame” Under CFLD Oilseed.
Start Date: Thursday, February 29, 2024
End Date: Thursday, February 29, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Welcomr Address: Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Vet) Inaugurated by: Thiru. S. Jayasankar, PC, KVK. Technical address: 1) Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal – Integrated Crop Management in Sesame. 2) Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plant protection), KVK, Karaikal – IPDM in Sesame Sesame seed and Bio Inputs were distributed.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Vermi Composting”
Start Date: Thursday, February 29, 2024
End Date: Thursday, February 29, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Day 3. Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Vermi Composting” sponsored by State Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (SAMETI), Puducherry for rural youth of Karaikal is being conducted from 26.02.2024 to 03.03.204. Technical Section: Dr. V. Aravinth SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal: Vermicomposting in Different Settings: Urban environments, Rural or suburban areas and Educational institutions or community gardens. Dr. B. Gobu (Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal: Environmental Benefits and Sustainability: Reduction of organic waste in landfills, Soil enrichment and improvement and Carbon sequestration potential.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Input distribution under FLD programme 2023-24
Start Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : FLD on Demonstration on Sorghum variety Co 32 in Karaikal District. Sorghum Co 32 variety is a new high yielding dual purpose sorghum developed at TNAU, Coibatore on 2020. Farmers who grow this type of Sorghum can use it as grain and as fodder for livestock. The Seeds and other inputs were distributed to the farmers
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Vermi Composting”
Start Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Day 3. Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Vermi Composting” sponsored by State Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (SAMETI), Puducherry for rural youth of Karaikal is being conducted from 26.02.2024 to 03.03.204. Technical Section: Dr. S. Mala. Ph.D., Professor, Agronomy, PAJANCOA&RI, Karaikal: Bin Setup and Maintenance: Layering techniques, Temperature and moisture management. Turning and aerating the compost Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plan Production), KVK, Karaikal: Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving: Common issues (e.g., foul odors, pest infestations), Remedies for pH imbalance or excessive moisture, Dealing with over population or under performance of worms.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Training on Agriculture waste conversion to mushroom cultivation under Swatchhta Pakhwada
Start Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikla
Description : As a part of Swatchhta Pakhwada programme training was conducted for the farmers in mushroom cultivation using agricultural waste
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Vermi Composting”
Start Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Day 2. Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Vermi Composting” sponsored by State Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (SAMETI), Puducherry for rural youth of Karaikal is being conducted from 26.02.2024 to 03.02.204. Techincal Section: Dr. L. Aruna. Ph.D., Professor, (SS&AC), PAJANCOA&RI, Karaikal: Substrate Preparation, Farm Waste Composting, Carbon to nitrogen ratio (C:N), Types of organic materials and Moisture content. Dr. A. Senthil, SMS (Extension), KVK, Karaikal: Scaling Up: Commercial Vermiculture techniques, Large-scale bin, systems and Equipment and infrastructure considerations for industrial-level Vermiculture.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Vermi Composting”
Start Date: Monday, February 26, 2024
End Date: Monday, February 26, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur Karaikal
Description : Day 1. Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) on “Vermi Composting” sponsored by State Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (SAMETI), Puducherry for rural youth of Karaikal is being conducted from 26.02.2024 to 03.02.204. Welcome Adderss: Dr. A. Senthil SMS (EXT), Inaugural address : Mr. J. Kathiravan. SMS (Hoticulture) Technical Section: Dr. V. Aravinth SMS (Agronomy) - Participants were trained about selection of Site selection, construction of shed, composting of Agricultural waste, types of earth worms, nutrient values in Vermicompost and its benefits.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On campus training for Rural Youth on Quail Farming under the SCSP component of ICAR
Start Date: Friday, February 23, 2024
End Date: Friday, February 23, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : he training was conducted for the SC rural youth beneficiaries selected for the distribution of quails and a lecture was delivered by Dr. R. Suresh, VAS, Veterinary Dispensary, DAH&AW, Karaikal on Brooding and General management of Quails to the participants and Dr. B. Gobu, SMS(Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal has demonstrated the quail brooding practices and highlighted the economics of quail farming. 100 nos of Namakkal Gold Quail will be distributed per beneficiaries,
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Off campus training programme on Usage of Bio char in Agriculture.
Start Date: Thursday, February 22, 2024
End Date: Thursday, February 22, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Ponpethi village
Description : Technical address by Dr. K. Coumaravel, Associate Professor, Department of Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry, PAJANCOA&RI, on Usage of Bio char in Agriculture. Demonstration on Bio char preparation by Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal .
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Method demonstration on seed treatment in Green gram Seed
Start Date: Thursday, February 22, 2024
End Date: Thursday, February 22, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Panchacharapuram Village
Description : Briefed the farmers about the seed treatment techniques in Pulse and its advantages. Furthur, demonstrated the seed treatment of Green gram seed with imidachloprid.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off campus training on ICM practices in Mango.
Start Date: Wednesday, February 21, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Agalankannu village.
Description : Off campus training on ICM practices in mango was conducted at Agalankannu village on 21.02.2024. Method demonstration on IIHR Fruit Fly trap was also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

On-campus training on Repair and maintenance of farm machinery and implements for rural youth of Karaikaldistrictt under the ICAR -SCSP component 2023-2024.
Start Date: Wednesday, February 21, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Event Category : School Dropouts Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : KVK Karaikal has organized a training programme on Repair and maintenance of farm machinery and implements for rural youth of Karaikal under the ICAR-SCSP component. The objective of the programme was to impart skill-based training on Repair and maintenance of farm machinery and implements for rural youth of Karaikal district. It also narrates the importance of farm machinery and the need to increase the production and productivity of different crops through farm mechanization. To increase the profitability of farmers, besides saving labour and time, and to promote the efficient use of energy resources, natural resources such as land, water, etc., and other inputs like chemicals, fertilizers, seeds., etc. were taught to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Training on climate change and simple adaptation measures farmers can follow to cope with climate variability under the NICRA Scheme.
Start Date: Tuesday, February 20, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Pettai – NICRA Village, Thirunallar commune
Description : The training was conducted for the NICRA-adopted villages(Pettai, Atthipadugai & Neyvacherry) farmers, and a lecture was delivered to develop and promote climate-resilient technologies in agriculture that address vulnerable areas. The outputs of the NICRA project help the regions prone to extreme weather conditions like droughts, floods, etc. cope with such extreme events.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Farmers Field School - session VI
Start Date: Tuesday, February 20, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Agalankannu village.
Description : Farmers Field School on Grafted Brinjal cultivation is being conducted at Agalankannu village. Session on INM in brinjal is conducted in today's session.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit
Start Date: Friday, February 16, 2024
End Date: Friday, February 16, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Subrayapuram, Nedungadu and Varichikudy
Description : FLD on Pacu fish culture in freshwater is being conducted in three farmers pond. Samplings are taken FLD ponds and recorded the parameters viz., growth rate and bio mass in Pacu fishes.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Field Day
Start Date: Friday, February 16, 2024
End Date: Friday, February 16, 2024

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Pettai
Description : As a part of OFT programme field day was conducted for the Paddy farmers. Trial Farmer shared his experience on reduced wild boar damage in using bio-repellents.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off campus training on ICM practices in Mango.
Start Date: Thursday, February 15, 2024
End Date: Thursday, February 15, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Varichikudi village.
Description : As part of FLD on "Yield augmentation techniques in mango" an off campus training on ICM practices in mango has been conducted at Varichikudi village today. Method demonstrations on Foliar application of Arka Mango Special and installation of IIHR Fruit Fly trap were conducted. Critical inputs viz., Arka Mango Special and Fruit fly traps were distributed to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Method demonstration on seed treatment in Black gram VBN 11 Seed.
Start Date: Thursday, February 15, 2024
End Date: Thursday, February 15, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Kurumbagaram Village
Description : Briefed the farmers about the seed treatment techniques in Pulse and its advantages. Furthur, demonstrated the seed treatment of Black gram (VBN 11) seed with Bio fertilizer ( Rhizopos) and Trichoderma viride in front of farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit
Start Date: Wednesday, February 14, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Subrayapuram, Nedungadu Varichikudy
Description : FLD on Pacu fish culture in freshwater is being conducted in three farmers pond. Samplings are taken FLD ponds and recorded the parameters viz., growth rate and bio mass in Pacu fishes.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

On campus training on Nutrition gardening.
Start Date: Friday, February 9, 2024
End Date: Friday, February 9, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of DAPSC an on campus training on Nutrition gardening has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal today. Also distributed vegetable seeds, seedlings, vermicompost and panchagavya to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field day programme for demonstration on Rice variety Karaikal -2 [KKL(R )-2] and demonstration on solidity tolerant Rice variety Trichy-4 (TRY-4) under NICRA Project.
Start Date: Friday, February 9, 2024
End Date: Friday, February 9, 2024

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Pettai village
Description : Activity details: 1. Conducted field day programme for Rice varieties Viz., KKL(R )-2 and TRY-4 by orienting the new technologies. 2. Rice variety Karaikal-2 [KKL (R)-2] is semi-dwarf stature (115 cm), maturing in 135 days with an average yield of 6.8 t/ha, non-lodging and performed better than recurrent parent ADT 46. 3. Rice variety Trichy-4 (TRY-4) as a mid early duration variety with 127 days duration with high yield, high milling (68.1 %) and head rice recovery (57.2 %), 5.7 t/ha grain yield in salt affected soils. 4. The farmers practice is cultivation of Rice variety BPT 5204. Problems faced by farmers viz., high pest and disease incidence, lodgging of crops, salinity problem and low yield. 5. Technology implementation details: • Continuous follow-up field visits • Training on Collection of Soil Sample and Soil Health Management under NICRA Project on 04.08.2023. Further Dhaincha green manure seeds were distributed to the farmers
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Method demonstration on seed treatment in Black gram VBN 11 Seed.
Start Date: Thursday, February 8, 2024
End Date: Thursday, February 8, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Sellur Village
Description : Briefed the farmers about the seed treatment techniques in Pulse and its advantages.Furthur, demonstrated the seed treatment of Black gram (VBN 11) seed with Bio fertilizer ( Rhizopos) and Trichoderma viride in front of farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit.
Start Date: Thursday, February 8, 2024
End Date: Thursday, February 8, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Agaramangudi village
Description : Follow up on the FLD on Demonstration of Improved Kavuni (Co 57) Rice variety. FLD details: Improved Kavuni Rice (Co 57) seed, Seed treatment with Bacillus subtilis and Soil application of Azophos.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit
Start Date: Thursday, February 8, 2024
End Date: Thursday, February 8, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Athipadugai
Description : OFT on Assessment of Bio repellent against wild boar menace in Rice is being conducted in five farmers field. One of the Rice plots at Athipadugai village has been visited and recorded the parameter viz., damage percentage.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off campus training on Integrated Pest and Management in Rice fallow Cotton.
Start Date: Wednesday, February 7, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Ambagarathur Village
Description : Briefed the farmers about major pest and diseases their symptoms and management. Created awareness of using biopesticide,different traps, Organic plant products, field release of parasitoids and predators .
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit
Start Date: Wednesday, February 7, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai
Description : OFT on Assessment of Bio repellent against wild boar menace in Rice is being conducted in five farmers field. One of the Rice plots at Pettai village has been visited and recorded the parameter viz., damage percentage.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Farmers Field School - session V
Start Date: Tuesday, February 6, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Agalankannu village.
Description : Farmers Field School on Grafted Brinjal cultivation is being conducted at Agalankannu village. Activities carried out in the fifth session: Imparted skill on Brinjal grafting by hands on training. Turkey berry was used as rootstock.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Off campus training on Intrgrated Crop Management in Rice fallow Pulses under SCSP ICAR grant
Start Date: Tuesday, February 6, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Manalmedu Village
Description : Briefed the farmers about seed selection of Black gram and Green gram, seed treatment with biofertlizers, sowing method, weed management and IPDM. Furthur, demonstrate the seed treatment of Black gram (VBN 11) seed with Bio fertilizer ( Rhizopos) front of farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Skill training - Friends of Coconut Tree
Start Date: Thursday, February 1, 2024
End Date: Saturday, February 3, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board Regional office, Chennai jointly organised a skill training for youth. Duration of the training is 6 days. (From 29-1-2024 to 3-2-2024) Production and protection technologies were taught to the trainees. Imparted skill on climbing coconut trees with climbing device.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Students Exposure Visit to KVK
Start Date: Saturday, February 3, 2024
End Date: Saturday, February 3, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Students studying XI and XII std Vocational Agriculture group at Govt Boys Higher Secondary School, Koradachery have undergone exposure visit to KVK. Functioning modalities of KVK was explained to the students. Students visited KVK farm and demonstration units.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Phone in Program on "ICM in Rice fallow Pulses".
Start Date: Friday, February 2, 2024
End Date: Friday, February 2, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal.
Description : Phone in program on "ICM in Rice fallow Pulses" was broadcasted as live interaction between farmers and Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy) of KVK, Karaikal from 7.30 to 8.00 pm. Farmers from in and around Karaikal district have participated and got clarified their doubts on Pulses cultivation.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on “KVK Roll and activities& ICT tools usages
Start Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Institute of Engineering and Technology B.Tech.,(Agrl. Engineering)students has visited the KVK campus on 31.01.2024 as a part of a curriculum programme. Dr.A.Senthil, SMS(Agrl.Extension ) stresses on roll and activities of KVK and the importance of transferring technologies through Mobile Apps viz, UZHAVAN App, FARMS App, KISAN RATH App and e-Nam for marketing the product and also briefed about the TNAU-Agri tech Portal, Expert system.etc.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Training on “Integrated Crop Management in Rice Fallow Pulses” Under CFLD Pulses.
Start Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : Welcome Address: Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Vet) Inaugurated by: Thiru. S. Jayasankar, PC, KVK. Technical address: 1) Dr. R. Mohan, Ph.D, Professor and Head, Dept. of Agronomy, PAJANCOA&RI, Karaikal . 2) Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plant protection), KVK, Karaikal. 3) Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal. Black gram seeds and Bio Inputs were distributed. Also demonstrated the mechanized sowing of Black gram seed.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Monday, January 1, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Students studying in PKIT Engg College,Karaikal undergone exposure visit to KVK. During visit FRP Carp fish hatchery Technology and Method demonstratio on Paddy straw rolling machine Metod also discussed with Students.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Lecture delivered on "Friends of Coconut tree (FoCT)" Coconut Tree climbing training programme to unemployed rural youths
Start Date: Tuesday, January 30, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Lecture delivered on "Communication skills and decision making" and usage of ICT tools in agriculture & allied sectors during the Friends of Coconut Tree (FoCT)" Coconut Tree climbing training programme to unemployed rural youths at KVK Karaikal on 30.01.2024.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered on INM in coconut
Start Date: Tuesday, January 30, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board Regional office, Chennai jointly organising a skill training for youth. Duration of the training is 6 days. In second day, session on INM in Coconut was taught by SMS Horticulture. Imparted skill on climbing coconut trees with climbing device.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Diagnostic visit to Poultry Farm
Start Date: Monday, January 29, 2024
End Date: Monday, January 29, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Karaikal Town
Description : The poultry farm of Mr. Abdullah at Karaikal town was visited by Dr.B. Gobu, SMS(Veterinary) to diagnose the cause of birds mortality and reduced egg production. Upon examination the birds showed symptoms of Respiratory disease syndrome. The Farmer advised to go for oral medication of antibiotic and vitamin supplement including calcium supplements.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Lecture delivered on Varieties in coconut
Start Date: Monday, January 29, 2024
End Date: Monday, January 29, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board Regional office, Chennai jointly organising a skill training for youth. Duration of the training is 6 days. In first day, session on Coconut varieties and soil and climatic requirements were taught by SMS Horticulture. Imparted skill on climbing coconut trees with climbing device.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Students visit to KVK
Start Date: Saturday, January 27, 2024
End Date: Saturday, January 27, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Students studying XI and XII std Vocational Agriculture group at Govt Higher Secondary School, Pulivalam have been undergone exposure visit to KVK. Functioning modalities of KVKs was taught to the students. Students visited KVK farm and demonstration units.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field Visit to FLD Farmer Fishpond
Start Date: Thursday, January 25, 2024
End Date: Thursday, January 25, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Subrayapuram , Thirunallar
Description : Advisory to fish farmers is given to Fresh cowdung 200kg/0.5 acre)
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Field Visit on Climate resilient technologies implemented in the NICRA village
Start Date: Wednesday, January 24, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai village
Description : Following Climate resilient technological components have been visited. 1. Karaikal- 2 (KKL ( R)- 2Rice crop 2. Trichy 4 (TRY 4 ) Rice crop 3. Fodder bank 4. Back yard poultry rearing
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

VCRMC meeting under NICRA project.
Start Date: Wednesday, January 24, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village
Description : VCRMC Group meeting was conducted at Pettai Village under NICRA project.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Off campus training on Protray nursery technology
Start Date: Tuesday, January 23, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Agalankannu village.
Description : Farmers Field School on Grafted Brinjal cultivation is being conducted at Agalankannu village. As part of the program Hands on training on Protray nursery technology was conducted. Method demonstration on media preparation and seed sowing in Protrays were also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Farmers Field School - session IV
Start Date: Tuesday, January 23, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Agalankannu village.
Description : Farmers Field School on Grafted Brinjal cultivation is being conducted at Agalankannu village. Activities carried out in the fourth session: 1) Brinjal seedlings ( scion) raising technology for grafted brinjal production. 2) Method demonstration on media preparation and seed sowing in Protrays Participants:
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra with IEC Van
Start Date: Saturday, January 20, 2024
End Date: Saturday, January 20, 2024

Event Category : Viksit Bharat Sanklap Yatra
Venue : TR Pattinam East TR Pattinam South & Vanjoor
Description : he Honorable Minister for Civil supplies, Government of Puducherry and District Collector cum Chairman, KVK Karaikal graced the event. SMS (Extension), KVK, Karaikal briefed about the importance of Nano urea and Nano DAP using Drone and also briefed about the importance of soil health management and soil analysis. Took VBSY pledge. Telecasted benefits of Central govt. schemes through TV in the VBSY Van.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra with IEC Van
Start Date: Friday, January 19, 2024
End Date: Friday, January 19, 2024

Event Category : Viksit Bharat Sanklap Yatra
Venue : Vizhithiyur & Oozhiyapattu
Description : he Honorable Minister for Civil Supplies graced the event along with other Government Officials. SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal briefed about the importance of Nano urea and Nano DAP using Drone and also briefed about the importance of soil health management and soil analysis. Took VBSY pledge. Telecasted benefits of Central govt. schemes through TV in the VBSY Van.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Kisan Mela
Start Date: Tuesday, January 16, 2024
End Date: Friday, January 19, 2024

Event Category : Kisan Mela
Venue : Karaikal Stadium
Description : Kisan Mela was conducted by KVK as part of the Farm Festival organized by Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal from 16.1.24 to 19.1.24. In which the following technologies were exhibited by KVK. 1. Automatic Micro Irrigation system 2. Vertical garden 3. Terrace garden 4. Pipe garden 5. Best out of waste gardening 6. Different breeds of Rabbits 7. Different varieties of Chicks and their eggs 8. Fish varieties 9. Entrepreneurial activities viz., Bee keeping, Sericulture, Lac culture and vermicomposting. VIPs visited: MLAs 3, District Collectors of Karaikal and Mayiladuthurai, Director- Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Additional Director of Agriculture (Horticulture) and Joint Director of Agriculture. Distribution of materials: Leaflets and Pamphlets - 3000 no. Vegetable seeds, seedlings, potted plants, organic inputs, desi chicks, spawn and honey were sold by the KVK in this mela.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra with IEC Van
Start Date: Thursday, January 18, 2024
End Date: Thursday, January 18, 2024

Event Category : Viksit Bharat Sanklap Yatra
Venue : Vizhithiyur & Oozhiyapattu
Description : The Honorable Minister for Civil Supplies graced the event along with other Government Officials. SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal briefed about the importance of Nano urea and Nano DAP using Drone and also briefed about the importance of soil health management and soil analysis. Took VBSY pledge. Telecasted benefits of Central govt. schemes through TV in the VBSY Van.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Phone in Program on "Vegetable varieties suitable for Thai pattam".
Start Date: Wednesday, January 17, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal.
Description : Phone in program on "Vegetable varieties suitable for Thai pattam" was broadcasted as live interaction between farmers and J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) of KVK, Karaikal from 7.30 to 8.00 pm. Farmers from in and around Karaikal district have participated and got clarified their doubts on vegetable cultivation.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra with IEC Van
Start Date: Saturday, January 13, 2024
End Date: Saturday, January 13, 2024

Event Category : Viksit Bharat Sanklap Yatra
Venue : Thirunallar (South) & Pettai Villages
Description : The Honorable Minister for Civil Supplies graced the event along with other Government Officials. SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal briefed about the importance of Nano urea and Nano DAP using Drone and also briefed about the importance of soil health management and soil analysis. Distributed 60 Nos of soil health card to the farmers. Took VBSY pledge. Telecasted benefits of Central govt. schemes through TV in the VBSY Van.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra with IEC Van
Start Date: Friday, January 12, 2024
End Date: Friday, January 12, 2024

Event Category : Viksit Bharat Sanklap Yatra
Venue : Karukkankudy & Thirunallar (North) Villages
Description : The Honorable Minister for Civil Supplies graced the event along with other Government Officials. SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal briefed about the importance of Nano urea and Nano DAP using Drone and also briefed about the importance of soil health management and soil analysis. Took VBSY pledge. Telecasted benefits of Central govt. schemes through TV in the VBSY Van. Live streaming of Honourable PM Address on the eve of Birthday function Swami Vivekananda.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra with IEC Van
Start Date: Thursday, January 11, 2024
End Date: Thursday, January 11, 2024

Event Category : Viksit Bharat Sanklap Yatra
Venue : Sellur & Sorakudy Villages
Description : The Honorable Minister for Civil Supplies and District Collector graced the event. SMS(EXTENSION), KVK, Karaikal briefed about the importance of soil health management and soil analysis and their importance. Took VBSY pledge. Telecasted benefits of Central govt. schemes through TV in the VBSY Van.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra with IEC Van
Start Date: Wednesday, January 10, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Event Category : Viksit Bharat Sanklap Yatra
Venue : Sethur, Nallambal
Description : The Honorable Speaker and District Collector have presided over the event and visited SHG members product stalls, interacted among the SHG members promoted by KVK and BDO, Karaikal.Hon'ble Speaker enquired about the type of training KVK given to SHG members towards entrepreneurship development. SMS(EXTENSION), KVK, Karaikal briefed about the importance of soil health management and soil analysis and their importance. Took VBSY pledge. Telecasted benefits of Central govt. schemes through TV in the VBSY Van.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Skill development Training on Value addition in Mushroom(3 rd day)
Start Date: Monday, January 8, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : The three days skill development training programme on Value Addition in Mushroom third day is beeing conducted. In todays session, lecture on Packing and marketting of value added different mushrooms products was taught. The following products were prepared as hands on training 1.Mushroom incorporated Minor Millet cookies 2.Mushroom incorporated minor millet cake
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra Programme
Start Date: Tuesday, January 9, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Event Category : Viksit Bharat Sanklap Yatra
Venue : Ambagarathur, Melaksakudy
Description : Pledge taken on the VBSY programme. Create awareness about central government schemes among the participants.  Distribution of leaflets and pamphlets on agriculture and allied technologies. Lecture delivered on Natural farming and Soil health management. demonstrated the Nano urea application by using a Drone. The Department of Agrl& Farmers Welfare and line department officials explained the central government schemes. Distribution of the VBSY booklet and calendar. Sharing of benefits of experience by all beneficiaries of central government schemes.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Vikisit Bharat Sankalp Yatra (VBSY) Programme
Start Date: Monday, January 8, 2024
End Date: Monday, January 8, 2024

Event Category : Viksit Bharat Sanklap Yatra
Venue : Nedungadu & Ponpethi
Description : 1. Pledge taken on the VBSY programme. 2. Create awareness about central government schemes among the participants.   3. Distribution of leaflets and pamphlets on agriculture and allied technologies. 4. Lecture delivered on Natural farming and Soil health management. 5. MFL demonstrated the Nano urea application by using a Drone. 6. The Department of Agrl& Farmers Welfare and line department officials explained the central government schemes. 7. Distribution of the VBSY booklet and calendar. 8.Conducted a Quiz competition for the schoolchildren. 9. AIR Talk on Karaikal FM—Live Programme—About VBSY.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Vikisit Bharat Sankalp Yatra (VBSY) Programme
Start Date: Saturday, January 6, 2024
End Date: Saturday, January 6, 2024

Event Category : Viksit Bharat Sanklap Yatra
Venue : Kottucherry South Jeeva Nagar VP-High school & Kurumbagaram VP- High school -
Description : 1. Pledge taken on the VBSY programme. 2. Create awareness about central government schemes among the participants.   3. Distribution of leaflets and pamphlets on agriculture and allied technologies. 4. Lecture delivered on Natural farming and Soil health management. 5. MFL demonstrated the Nano urea application by using a Drone. 6. The Department of Agrl& Farmers Welfare and line department officials explained the central government schemes. 7. Distribution of the VBSY booklet and calendar. 8. Conducted a Quiz competition for the schoolchildren. 9.Sharing of benefits of experience by all beneficiaries of central government schemes.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Off campus training programme and distribution of inputs under NICRA Project.
Start Date: Friday, January 5, 2024
End Date: Friday, January 5, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Petai Village
Description : As part of NICRA Project, Off campus Training Programme on Integrated Pest and Disease Management in Rice has been conducted. Elaborated among the farmers on major pest,their symptoms,natural enemies in rice ecosystem, ETL and IPDM practices in Rice. 20 farmers were participated and got benefited in this training. Further, Leaf folder damage has crossed ETL in some farmers field hence for management of above pest chemical insecticide were distributed to the beneficiary farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Bharat Sankalp Yatra (VBSY) Programme
Start Date: Friday, January 5, 2024
End Date: Friday, January 5, 2024

Event Category : Viksit Bharat Sanklap Yatra
Venue : Thiruvattakudy Village Panchayat-High school & Kottucherry North VP- High school - Kotucherry Commune. Karaikal.
Description : 1. Pledge taken on the VBSY programme. 2. Create awareness about central government schemes among the participants.   3. Distribution of leaflets and pamphlets on agriculture and allied technologies. 4. Lecture delivered on Natural farming and Soil health management. 5. MFL demonstrated the Nano urea application by using a Drone. 6. The Department of Agrl& Farmers Welfare and line department officials explained the central government schemes. 7. Distribution of the VBSY booklet and calendar. 8.Conducted a Quiz competition for the schoolchildren. 9. AIR Talk on Karaikal FM—Live Programme—About VBSY.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Vikisit Bharat Sankalp Yatra (VBSY) Programme
Start Date: Thursday, January 4, 2024
End Date: Thursday, January 4, 2024

Event Category : Viksit Bharat Sanklap Yatra
Venue : Poovam VP-High school & Varichukudy VP- High school - Kotucherry Commune , Karaikal.
Description : *The District Collector cum Chairman, KVK ,Karaikal has inaugurated the VBSY Programme and delivered the keynote address about VBSY. *The Nedungadu Kotucherry Constituency MLA has given a facilitation address. Follow up on: 1. Pledge taken on the VBSY programme. 2. Create awareness about central government schemes among the participants.   3. Distribution of leaflets and pamphlets on agriculture and allied technologies. 4. Lecture delivered on Natural farming and Soil health management. 5. MFL demonstrated the Nano urea application by using a Drone. 6. The Department of Agrl& Farmers Welfare and line department officials explained the central government schemes. 7. Distribution of the VBSY booklet and calendar. 8. Conducted a Quiz competition for the schoolchildren.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Off campus training programme on application TNAU Rice Bloom to Rice crop under NICRA Project.
Start Date: Tuesday, January 2, 2024
End Date: Thursday, January 4, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Athaipadugai and Neivacherry village
Description : As part of NICRA Project, created on TNAU Rice Bloom technology to the farmers during through training and demonstration organized by this Kendra. Elaborated on method of application, quantity and benefits of using TNAU Rice Bloom to Rice crop. Further, TNAU Rice Bloom was distributed to the beneficiary farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Off campus training programme and distribution of inputs under NICRA Project.
Start Date: Thursday, January 4, 2024
End Date: Thursday, January 4, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Neivacherry Village
Description : As part of NICRA Project, Off campus Training Programme on Importance of feeding mineral mixture to dairy Cattle has been conducted. Elaborated among the farmers on benefits of feeding mineral mixture for increased milk production and to prevent infertility issues in cattle and importance of fodder cultivation and its feeding to cattle was also explained in detail. 19 farmers were participated and got benefited in this training. Further, mineral mixture and Fodder seeds were distributed to the beneficiary farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Diagnostic field visit of Rice.
Start Date: Thursday, January 4, 2024
End Date: Thursday, January 4, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Neivacherry village
Description : Diagnostic field visit on Rice crop. Observed BPH infestation and sheath blight incidence. Recommended to spray Buprofezin 25 %SC @ 320 ml/acre + Tebuconazole 25.9% @ 150 ml/Acre towards the base of the plant.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Demonstration on Bio repellents against wild boar
Start Date: Wednesday, January 3, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Keezhakasakudy village
Description : As a part of the OFT programme Demonstrations on TNAU bio repellent and Herboliv in Rice field has been conducted for wild boar management.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Importance of Nutrition on Fertility management in cattle
Start Date: Wednesday, January 3, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Vizhithiyur Village
Description : Off campus training programme was organized by ATMA on 03.01.2024 at Vizhithiyur. Lecturer was delivered by SMS (Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal on importance of nutrition in preventing reproductive problem viz repeat breeding, anoestrus, Retension of Placenta, uterine prolapse, Abortion etc., in cows.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Diagnostic field visit of Rice.
Start Date: Wednesday, January 3, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Ambagarathur
Description : 1. Diagnostic field visit on Rice crop. Observed BPH infestation. Recommended to spray Azadirachtin 0.15 %@ 3 ml/lit towards the base of the plant.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off campus training programme and distribution of inputs under NICRA Project.
Start Date: Wednesday, January 3, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : As part of NICRA Project, Off campus Training Programme on Importance of feeding mineral mixture to dairy Cattle has been conducted. Elaborated among the farmers on benefits of feeding mineral mixture for increased milk production and to prevent infertility issues in cattle and importance of fodder cultivation and its feeding to cattle was also explained in detail. More than 20 farmers participated and benefited in this training. Further, mineral mixture and Fodder seeds were distributed to the beneficiary farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

News paper coverage
Start Date: Wednesday, January 3, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Press coverage on Demonstration on application of Nano DAP in Paddy crop using Drones.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Off campus training programme on application of Nano DAP using drone to Rice crop under NICRA Project.
Start Date: Tuesday, January 2, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, January 2, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Pettai
Description : As part of NICRA Project, Off campus Training Programme on application of Nano DAP using drone to Rice crop has been conducted. Elaborated on method of application, quantity and benefits of using Nano DAP by drone among the farmers. 30 farmers participated and benefited in this training.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Off campus training programme on Importance of Feeding Mineral mixture to dairy Cattle and distribution of inputs under NICRA Project.
Start Date: Tuesday, January 2, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, January 2, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Athipadugai Village
Description : As part of NICRA Project, Off campus Training Programme on Importance of feeding mineral mixture to dairy Cattle has been conducted. Elaborated among the farmers on benefits of feeding mineral mixture for increased milk production and to prevent infertility issues in cattle. More than 20 farmers participated and benefited in this training. Further, mineral mixture was distributed to the beneficiary farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Lecture delivered on Vermicompost Production Technology.
Start Date: Friday, December 29, 2023
End Date: Friday, December 29, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farm women from Karaikal region have come for an Exposure visit to KVK under ATMA scheme. They have visited the Vermicompost production units. Lecturer was delivered on production and usage of Vermicompost.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Friday, December 1, 2023
End Date: Friday, December 29, 2023

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Lecture delivered on Organic inputs production.
Start Date: Friday, December 29, 2023
End Date: Friday, December 29, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farm women from Karaikal region have come for an Exposure visit to KVK under ATMA scheme. They have visited the organic inputs production unit. Lecturer was delivered on production and usage of organic inputs.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Training for Extension Functionaries on Fodder Production Technology
Start Date: Thursday, December 28, 2023
End Date: Thursday, December 28, 2023

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : Seminar Hall, Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal.
Description : Training programme on recent advances in Fodder Production Technology was conducted for the benefit of the Agricultural Officers and Assistant Agricultural Officers for updating the knowledge on latest technologies in Fodder production on 28.12.2023. Thiru. R. Ganesan, the Additional Director of Agriculture, Department of Agriculture, Karaikal has inaugurated the training programme and Tmt. R. Jayanthi, Deputy Director cum Project Director, ATMA, Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal has delivered the Felicitation address. Technical Session 1. Dr. D. Senthilkumar, Assistant Professor, Instructional Livestock Farm Complex, Veterinary College and Research Institute, Orathanadu has delivered a guest lecture on recent advances in Fodder production technology including Mechanization in Fodder cultivation. 2. Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal has delivered a lecture on scientific basis behind feeding of fodder to livestock and means to reduce cost of milk
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Input distribution under FLD
Start Date: Thursday, December 28, 2023
End Date: Thursday, December 28, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : FLD on Growth performance of Carps through application of Probiotic to fishculture pond . Uses of probiotic accelerate the fish growth rate and to develop the immunity of fishes to prevent diseases.During the programme probiotic distributed to FLD farmers .
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Diagnostic visit to Rice field and given advisory services
Start Date: Wednesday, December 27, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, December 27, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Surakudi Village, Karaikal
Description : Foliar application of TNAU Rice Bloom at Heading stage (4 kg/acre) and grain filling stage (4 kg/acre)
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News paper coverage
Start Date: Wednesday, December 27, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, December 27, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Press coverage on Management of unfilled grains in Paddy crop.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Webcasting of Hon'ble PM interaction with farmers on VBSY
Start Date: Wednesday, December 27, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, December 27, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The participants viewed the Hon'ble PMs Webcast on VBSY.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Hands on training on mushroom cultivation and bee keeping technology to college students.
Start Date: Tuesday, December 26, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Students studying M. Sc. Zoology at Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanithi Govt Institute for P. G. Studies and Research, Karaikal are attending internship program at KVK from 18.12.23 to 27.12.23. As part of the program hands on training on bee keeping and mushroom cultivation is conducted to them. They have been imparted with skills on mushroom bed preparation.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Farmers Field School - session III
Start Date: Tuesday, December 26, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Agalankannu village.
Description : Farmers Field School on Grafted Brinjal cultivation is being conducted at Agalankannu village. Session on Usage of bio fertilizers and bio control agents has been handled today.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News paper coverage
Start Date: Sunday, December 24, 2023
End Date: Sunday, December 24, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Press coverage on Management of leaf folder in Paddy crop.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit
Start Date: Saturday, December 23, 2023
End Date: Saturday, December 23, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai
Description : OFT on Assessment of Marigold hybrids for yield and income potential is being conducted in five farmers field. One of the Marigold plots at Pettai village has been visited and recorded the parameters viz., plant height, number of branches and number of flowers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Hands on training on Protray nursery technology to college students.
Start Date: Saturday, December 23, 2023
End Date: Saturday, December 23, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Students studying M. Sc. Zoology at Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanithi Govt Institute for P. G. Studies and Research, Karaikal are attending internship program at KVK from 18.12.23 to 27.12.23. As part of the program hands on training on Protray nursery techniques is conducted to them. They have been imparted with skills on media preparation and seed sowing techniques.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

On campus training on Fish Cutlet preparation.
Start Date: Friday, December 22, 2023
End Date: Friday, December 22, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : Hands on training on 'Fish cutlet preparation' has been conducted at Karaikal KVK today. The program was inaugurated by Thiru. S. Jayasankar, Program Coordinator. Hands on training on preparation of fish cutlet by using meat of fish varieties viz., Ora fish and Kanankeluthi fish was conducted by Dr. A. Madhivanan, SMS (Fish Processing Technology), KVK, Nagapattinam. The training was Coordinated by J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture).
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Diagnostic visit to Rice field and given advisory services.
Start Date: Thursday, December 21, 2023
End Date: Thursday, December 21, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Athipadugai Village
Description : Leaf folder incidence crossed ETL. hence foliar spray of Flubendiamide 39.35 SC @50 ml/ha is recommended.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered cum method demonstration
Start Date: Thursday, December 21, 2023
End Date: Thursday, December 21, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : o impart knowledge on Livestock and Poultry Event Description Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi Government Institute for Post Graduate Studies & Research, Karaikal First and second year M.Sc.,(Zooloogy)students has visited the KVK campus from 18.12.2023 to 27.12.2023 as a part of a entrepreneurship development programme . Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary) explained about the livestock and poultry rearing Technology transferred by KVK and being practiced by farmers and also conducted method demonstration on Poultry incubator management and Hydrophonic fodder cultivation.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Tuesday, December 19, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, December 19, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK ,Sikkal
Description : A lecture has been delivered on IPM in Cotton as a part of STRY training programme organised at KVK,Sikkal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Hands on training on Vermicompost Production Technology to college students.
Start Date: Tuesday, December 19, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, December 19, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Students studying M. Sc. Zoology at Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanithi Govt Institute for P. G. Studies and Research, Karaikal are attending internship program at KVK from 18.12.23 to 27.12.23. As part of the program hands on training on Vermicompost Production Technology is conducted to them.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on “KVK Roll and activities& ICT tools usages
Start Date: Monday, December 18, 2023
End Date: Monday, December 18, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi Government Institute for Post Graduate Studies & Research, Karaikal First and second year M.Sc.,(Zooloogy)students has visited the KVK campus from 18.12.2023 to 27.12.2023 as a part of a entrepreneurship development programme . Dr.A.Senthil, SMS(Agrl.Extension ) stresses on roll and activities of KVK and the importance of transferring technologies through Mobile Apps viz, UZHAVAN App, FARMS App, KISAN RATH App and e-Nam for marketing the product and also briefed about the TNAU-Agri tech Portal, Expert system.etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Webcasting of Hon'ble PM interaction with farmers on VBSY
Start Date: Saturday, December 16, 2023
End Date: Saturday, December 16, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : The participants viewed the Hon'ble PMs Webcast on VBSY.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

On campus Training on IPM in Rice under SCSP component
Start Date: Thursday, December 14, 2023
End Date: Thursday, December 14, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : IPM training in Rice was conducted to SC farmers of Karaikal district and distributed Beauveria bassiana and Bacillus subtilis for pest and disease management. Followed by Demonstration on Pheromone trap and light trap in rice field was conducted.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Farmers Field School - session II
Start Date: Tuesday, December 12, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Agalankannu Village
Description : Farmers Field School on Grafted Brinjal cultivation is being conducted at Agalankannu village. Activities carried out in the second day session: 1) Root stock raising technology for grafted brinjal production. 2) Method demonstration on seed treatment in Solanum torvum by using Gibberellic acid to break the dormancy.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Webcasting of Hon'ble PM interaction with farmers on VBSY
Start Date: Saturday, December 9, 2023
End Date: Saturday, December 9, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The participants viewed the Hon'ble PMs Webcast on VBSY.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Training on Safe and Judicious Use of Glyphosate
Start Date: Wednesday, December 6, 2023
End Date: Friday, December 8, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Three days training programme on Safe and judicious use of Glyphosate was organised from 6.12.2023 to 8.12.2023 at KVK Karaikal. In today session (Third day), lectures on following topics were delivered 1. Calculation on dose and quantities of Glyphosate 2. Calculation on weed control efficiency and weed index 3.Do's and Dont's of Glyphosate application label and leaflet warnings of Glyphosate application 4. Hands on experience on method of application of Glyphosate using different types of sprayer,nozzle etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Radio Talk (Live Phone in Programme)
Start Date: Thursday, December 7, 2023
End Date: Thursday, December 7, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : All India Radio, Karaikal
Description : Participated in the live phone in programme (Kisanvani) broadcasted in AIR, Karaikal and narrated about the major pest and disease symptoms and integrated pest and disease management practises and clarified doubts of farmers and public through live phone in programme. Participants: 6 Farmers and Farm women came live phone in programme in AIR, Karaikal broadcasting and clarified their doubts
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Celebration on World Soil Day (2023)
Start Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Event Category : World Soil Day
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Soil Health Management and Importsns of Soil Health Card - Dr. U. Bagavathi Ammal. Professor and Head, Department of Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry, PAJANCO&RI, Karaikal.  20 Nos of Soil Health Cards were distributed to farmers of NICRA village. Vote of thanks : Dr. Divya SMS (PP), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Hands on training on Poultry Rearing and Hatchery management to school students.
Start Date: Monday, December 4, 2023
End Date: Monday, December 4, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Students studying Vocational Agriculture group at Govt Higher Secondary School, Peralam have been undergone internship program at KVK from 22.11.23 to 6.12.23. As part of the program hands on training on poultry rearing and Hatchery management is conducted today.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Wednesday, November 1, 2023
End Date: Thursday, November 30, 2023

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Madur
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Students visit to KVK
Start Date: Thursday, November 30, 2023
End Date: Thursday, November 30, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Students studying Vocational Agriculture group at Govt Higher Secondary School, Peralam have been undergone internship program at KVK from 22.11.23 to 6.12.23. In the Seventh day forenoon session IPDM in Agricultural and Horticultural crops was taught to the students.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Hands on training on terrace gardening to school students.
Start Date: Thursday, November 30, 2023
End Date: Thursday, November 30, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Students studying Vocational Agriculture group at Govt Higher Secondary School, Peralam have been undergone internship program at KVK from 22.11.23 to 6.12.23. As part of the program hands on training on terrace gardening is conducted today.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Hands on training on Bee keeping
Start Date: Wednesday, November 29, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Students studying Vocational Agriculture group at Govt Higher Secondary School, Peralam have been undergone internship program at KVK from 22.11.23 to 6.12.23. In the sixth day forenoon session Beekeeping technology was taught to the students and visited Apiculture Unit at KVK farm.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Farmers Field School
Start Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Agalankannu Village
Description : Farmers Field School on Grafted Brinjal cultivation is inaugurated at Agalankannu village today. Activities carried out in the first day session: 1) Introduction about the FFS 2) Sub group formation and selection of team leaders 3) Preparation of FFS curriculum 4) Pre knowledge test through Ballot box questions
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Students visit to KVK
Start Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Students studying Vocational Agriculture group at Govt Higher Secondary School, Peralam have been undergone internship program at KVK from 22.11.23 to 6.12.23. In the Fifth day forenoon session Musroom production technology was taught to the students and visited Oyster Mushroom Production Unit at KVK farm.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Hands on training on Protray nursery technology to school students.
Start Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Students studying Vocational Agriculture group at Govt Higher Secondary School, Peralam have been undergone internship program at KVK from 22.11.23 to 6.12.23. As part of the program hands on training on Protray nursery techniques is conducted today.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demonstration on Bacillus subtilis in Rice.
Start Date: Monday, November 27, 2023
End Date: Monday, November 27, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Keelamanai Village
Description : Follow up on the FLD: FLD on IDM in rice is being conducted. In this context demo on Bacillus subtilis is conducted to manage the major diseases of rice.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Preamble reading & Pledge taking under Constitution of India by KV K staff
Start Date: Monday, November 27, 2023
End Date: Monday, November 27, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Constitution of India’s Preamble reading and pledge was taken by the staff of Karaikal KVK on the eve of Constitution Day to cultivate patriotism and built Equality of status and opportunity, as well as the promotion of all of us
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Celebration of National Milk Day and On campus Training cum demonstration of EVM formulation for various ailments/ Diseases of Cattle
Start Date: Monday, November 27, 2023
End Date: Monday, November 27, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As a part of National Milk Day Celebration programme (26, November) a training on EVM formulation and its Practices for combating various ailments/diseases of cattle was conducted to cattle farmers and vocational course school students on 27.11.2023 1. Dr. N. Puniyamoorthy, Retired Professor, TANUVAS and Consultant of NDDB on Ethno veterinary medicine has delivered a lecture on Basic behind ethno veterinary medicine practices and demonstrated various EVM formulation and its in uses livestock and poultry diseases and immune boosting. 2. During the programme, Dr. S.N. Sivaselvam, Former Dean, Madras Veterinary College, briefed about the scope of dairy industry in future and importance of celebration of National Milk day with farmers. 3. Dr. B. Gobu, SMS(Veterinary), Demonstrated the application of EVM formulation in cattle especially EVM formulation for mastitis and simple indigestion
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Demonstration on foliar application of micro nutrients.
Start Date: Sunday, November 26, 2023
End Date: Sunday, November 26, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Athipadugai Village
Description : Demonstration on foliar application of micro nutrients viz., 0.3 % Boric acid + 0.5 % ZnSo4 + 0.5 % FeSo4 + 1.0 % Urea in Rice field to mitigate stress arised due to water logging under NICRA Project.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstrations cum Awareness program on Natural farming under DAPSC Project
Start Date: Friday, November 24, 2023
End Date: Friday, November 24, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Nallambal Village
Description : As part of DAPSC Project an off campus Demonstrations cum Awareness programs on Natural Farming has been conducted. In this program preparation of Beejamruth, Jeevamruth, Ghana-, Jeevamruth and Bramhastra were demonstrated. Participants: Farmer and Farm womens
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Distribution of Micro nutrients under NICRA project.
Start Date: Friday, November 24, 2023
End Date: Friday, November 24, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Athipadugai Village
Description : Micronutrients viz., 0.3 % Boric acid + 0.5 % ZnSo4 + 0.5 % FeSo4 + 1.0 % Urea have been distributed to the farmers to mitigate stress arised due to water logging in paddy fields under NICRA Project
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

OFT - Input distribution and Field visit
Start Date: Friday, November 24, 2023
End Date: Friday, November 24, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : KVK & Agalankannu village.
Description : OFT on 'Assessment of Jasmine varieties for yield and market preference' is proposed to be implemented in three farmers fields during ensuing season. Star Jasmine (CO1) & Winter Jasmine (CO1) plants were purchased from TNAU and distributed to the farmers. SMS Horticulture visited the farmers fields and guided them on method of planting and spacing.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Students visit to KVK
Start Date: Thursday, November 23, 2023
End Date: Thursday, November 23, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Students studying Vocational Agriculture group at Govt Higher Secondary School, Peralam have been undergone internship program at KVK from 22.11.23 to 6.12.23. In the Second day forenoon session Vermicompost production technology was taught to the students and visited Vermicompost Unit at KVK farm. In the afternoon session Integrated Crop Management for Field crops was taught to the students.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Training Programme on Natural Farming under NICRA Project
Start Date: Thursday, November 23, 2023
End Date: Thursday, November 23, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : As part of NICRA Project off campus Training Programme on Natural Farming has been conducted.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On campus Training on Integrated Crop Management in Millets.
Start Date: Wednesday, November 22, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Training on Integrated Crop Management in Millets has been conducted on 22.11.2023( Wednesday) at KVK Campus. Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering. Dr. V. Aravinth SMS (Agronomy) has delivered lecture on Integrated Crop Management in Millets and Nutrient values and benefits of Millets. In this event an exhibition was arranged for benefit of farming community. Distribution of Micro nutrients as TDC for Paddy crop under NICRA also took place in this event.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Students visit to KVK
Start Date: Wednesday, November 22, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Students studying Vocational Agriculture group at Govt Higher Secondary School, Peralam have been undergone internship program at KVK from 22.11.23 to 6.12.23. In the first day forenoon session Functioning modalities of KVKs was taught to the students. In the afternoon session students visited KVK farm.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Celebration of World fisheries day
Start Date: Tuesday, November 21, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : As a part of World fisheries day an training programme on Koduva fish culture in freshwater like feed and water management in sea Bass culture Technology lecture delivered by Dr.D.K Dinakaran . Project Manager, RGCA, Karaikal. 2.During the programme scope of inland fish culture in Karaikal region and important ance of World fisheries day also discussed with farmers by Programme coordinator .
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Group meeting with farmers
Start Date: Saturday, November 18, 2023
End Date: Saturday, November 18, 2023

Event Category : Group Meetings
Venue : Agalankannu village.
Description : Discussed about the FFS on Grafted Brinjal cultivation to be conducted in the village and prepared action plan for the FFS.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Attended and presented research paper in International conference.
Start Date: Wednesday, November 15, 2023
End Date: Saturday, November 18, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : PJTSAU,Hyderabad
Description : International conference on Plant Health Management was held at PJTSAU, Hyderabad. SMS(PP) of KVK,Karaikal attended and presented research paper as oral presentation in the conference.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off campus Training on Scientific rearing of Dairy Cattle
Start Date: Friday, November 17, 2023
End Date: Friday, November 17, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Kottucherry Village
Description : As a part of OFT programme on feed supplementation of tree leaf meal incorporated in feed to improve production and reproduction, an off campus training on Scientific rearing and feeding practices of dairy cattle was conducted to Cattle farmers of Kottucherry village of Karaikal district on 17.11.2023, the importance and inclusion level of alternate feeds like tree leaf of Moringa, Vilva and other feed supplementation like fish oil, probiotics and other practices like importance of feeding colostrum to newborn calves, timely insemination of cows deworming & vaccination of calves and cows etc., were taught in detail. Further, a demonstration of weighing of cows using Sheffer's formula or Tanuvas mobile feed calculator app by measuring length and girth in inches
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Visit to Goat farm and given advisory services.
Start Date: Friday, November 17, 2023
End Date: Friday, November 17, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Thiruvettakudy Village
Description : Deworming of goats and vaccination of ET and Goat pox and feeding of creep feeds for weaning kids and arrangement of light box for heat provision for kids etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Visit to Cattle farm
Start Date: Thursday, November 16, 2023
End Date: Thursday, November 16, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Nallathur Village
Description : Visit was made to farmer G. Murugaiyapillai of Nallathur Village in Nedungadu block of Karaikal district Observation made: 1. No. Of cows in lactation. 2. Average milk yield 3. Normal feeding practices including types and quantity 4. History of Occurance of any digestive disorder 5.Any practices of feed supplementation other than mineral mixture supplementation 6. History of occurance of reproductive disorders like repeat breeding, anoestus problem etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Field visit to rabbit units
Start Date: Thursday, November 16, 2023
End Date: Thursday, November 16, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Nedungadu village
Description : Field visit was made to rabbit units to sc women beneficiaries fields benefit through KVK by distribution of 8+2 rabbit with cage to 10 nos. F SC women beneficiaries under the sponsorship of ICAR-NIVEDI, Bangalore for observation of growth rate and body weight gained and also for giving advisory services regarding feeding and hygienic farm practices.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

One campus Training on Alternate feeding practices for Backyard Poultry to improve production And immunity
Start Date: Friday, November 10, 2023
End Date: Friday, November 10, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : As a part of FLD programme on Feed supplementation of Poul booster to improve production and immunity, On campus training on Alternate feeding practices to poultry was conducted to poultry farmers of Karaikal district on 10.11.2023, the importance and inclusion level of alternate feeds like azolla, hydrophonic fodder, black soldier fly larvae, banana stem, bamboo leaves, alfa alfa, moringa leaves, Sweet potato leaves, cobra meal, papaya fruit, Clover , termites, agathi greens, etc were explained to the participants And video clip on demonstration of feeding methods of alternate feeds were shown to them for easy understanding. Further, the importance of aminoacids, minerals, vitamins and other feed supplements like probiotics, organic acids etc were also taught in detail.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Diagnostic visit to Rice field and given advisory services.
Start Date: Friday, November 10, 2023
End Date: Friday, November 10, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Ambagarathur Village
Description : Leaf folder and gall midge incidence crossed ETL. hence foliar spray of Fipronil 5SC @600 ml/ha is recommended.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Demo on Azadiractin 1%@ 2 ml/lit
Start Date: Tuesday, November 7, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Athipadugai Village
Description : As a part of FLD in Coconut Rugose spiralling whitefly management demo on foliar spray of Azadiractin is conducted in coconut.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Diagnostic visit to Rice field and given advisory services.
Start Date: Monday, November 6, 2023
End Date: Monday, November 6, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Sellur Village
Description : To drain out excess rain water and the water level in the field should not be more than 2.5cm height upto tillering stage. Apply 44 kg ofDAP, 15 kgs of Urea and 8.5 kgs of MOP per ac as direct sown rice.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Visit to value added products production unit.
Start Date: Monday, November 6, 2023
End Date: Monday, November 6, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Agaramangudi village.
Description : As part of DAPSC, skill training on value addition in coconut was conducted for the selected SHG members. Five women participants from Agaramangudi village had attended the program. The members started production of sweets& savories for Deepawali sale. Visited the unit and given ideas for promoting their products.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field Visit to Backyard poultry unit of SC rural youth beneficiaries under DAPSC scheme
Start Date: Tuesday, October 31, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Keezhapoothamangalam village
Description : As part of DAPSC, programme 50 nos of one month old chicks were distributed to each 25 nos SC rural youth beneficiaries and a 3 days skill training was also conducted those beneficiaries.. In this connection, as a follow up action the body weight gain at 60 days was observed @ 350 gms
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Filed visit-FLD -Demonstration on IDM of sheath rot in Rice
Start Date: Tuesday, October 31, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Thenpidagai
Description : Follow up on the FLD: Field visit: - Farmers sown Rice crop variety BPT 5204 as direct sown by seed treatment with Bacillus subtilis.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Rashtriya Ekta Diwas ( National Unity Day)
Start Date: Tuesday, October 24, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Pledge was taken in eve of Birth Anniversary of Shri.Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel observed as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas( National Unity Day) .
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Rashtriya Ekta Diwas ( National Unity Day)
Start Date: Tuesday, October 31, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Pledge was taken in eve of Birth Anniversary of Shri.Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel observed as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas( National Unity Day) .
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Filed visit to Rice crop and given advisory services
Start Date: Monday, October 30, 2023
End Date: Monday, October 30, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Ambagarathur
Description : Field visit is conducted and yellow stem borer incidence noticed in rice crop. Advisory services such as Install light trap @ 1 / ha and pheromone trap @ 5 / ac. Release egg parasitoid, Trichogramma japonicum @ 2cc /ac 3 times at weely interval and Spray Azadirachtin 0.03% @ 400 ml/ac has given.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Filed visit-FLD -Demonstration of TANUVAS 10 cent Multicrop fodder production model to enhance milk production in crossbred dairy animals.
Start Date: Monday, October 30, 2023
End Date: Monday, October 30, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kottucherry
Description : Follow up on the FLD: Field visit: - Demonstration of the TANUVAS 10-cent multi-crop fodder production model to enhance milk production in crossbred dairy animals. Farmers were planting Cumbu Napier grass variety Co. (BN5) in the 04-cent area, and cereals like Fodder Sorghum COFS 31 are in the 03-cent area Legumes like Hedge Lucerne in 03 cents.(dated:09.10.2023) Advised given to a weeding operation for standing fodder crop.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Field Visit to Backyard poultry unit of SC rural youth beneficiaries under DAPSC scheme
Start Date: Monday, October 30, 2023
End Date: Monday, October 30, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Thennenkudy and Kotapady villages.
Description : As part of DAPSC, programme 50 nos of one month old chicks were distributed to each 25 nos SC rural youth beneficiaries and a 3 days skill training was also conducted those beneficiaries.. In this connection, as a follow up action of R2B vaccination given to 50 days old chicks of 2 beneficaries of Thennenkudy and Kotapady villages of Thirunallar commune and also to observe any post vaccination stress or infection
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Training Programme on Natural Farming.
Start Date: Friday, October 27, 2023
End Date: Friday, October 27, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Ambakarathur
Description : As part of DAPSC an off campus Training Programme on Natural Farming has been conducted at Ambakarathur village.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field Visit to Backyard poultry unit of SC rural youth beneficiaries under DAPSC scheme
Start Date: Friday, October 27, 2023
End Date: Friday, October 27, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Agarmankudy and Manelmedu Village.
Description : As part of DAPSC, programme 50 nos of one month old chicks were distributed to each 25 nos SC rural youth beneficiaries and a 3 days skill training was also conducted those beneficiaries.. In this connection, as a follow up action initially deworming of 50 days old chicks before putting R2B vaccination and also taught the rural youth to carry out the vaccination Sc route on their own for their chicks.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

OFT Field visit to Farmer's poultry unit
Start Date: Friday, October 27, 2023
End Date: Friday, October 27, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Agarmankudy Village
Description : Visited the OFT farmer's field of Mr. Prithivirajan, Agaramankudy Village regarding the implementation of oft on Assessment of feed supplementation for improving productivity and immunity in native chicken to be implemented with treatment 1 feeding of poultry ration incorporated with 1% Garlic powder and 0.5 % neem leaf powder (NIANP, Bangalore- 2019) and treatment 2 feeding of poultry ration incorporated with 1% Garlic powder and 0.1 % black pepper powder (TANUVAS, Chennai - 2019) and farmers practice readymade feed without feed supplements and provided the advices regarding the package of practices of the technologies to be assessed.and to observe the palatability of feeds of treatment by the birds
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Diagnostic Visit to Farmer's Cattle unit.
Start Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023
End Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Neivacherry village
Description : Visit to cattle unit of Farmer Mr.Manivanan, Neivacherry Village to diagnosis the cause of knee swelling in his dairy cow. Upon enquiry of history, the swelling was due to hygroma condition. The probable causes like congenial & incidence of abortion due to brucellosis were ruled out and cause was due to physical trauma by fallen down. The farmer is advised to go for surgical treatment.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Field Visit to Backyard poultry unit of SC rural youth beneficiaries under DAPSC scheme
Start Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023
End Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Neivacherry village.
Description : As part of DAPSC, programme 50 nos of one month old chicks were distributed to each 25 nos SC rural youth beneficiaries and a 3 days skill training was also conducted those beneficiaries.. In this connection, as a follow up action initially R2B vaccination was given to 50 days old chicks of 2 beneficaries of Neivacherry village of Thirunallar commune and also taught the rural youth to carry out the vaccination Sc route on their own for their chicks.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Special Campaign 3.0
Start Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023
End Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Govt.High School. Sethur, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Conducted an awareness programme on sanitation and cleanliness among schoolchildren under the Swachha Special Campaign 3.0 at Govt.High School.Sethur,Thirunallar Commune.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Field Visit to Backyard poultry unit of SC rural youth beneficiaries under DAPSC scheme
Start Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023
End Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Neivacherry village.
Description : As part of DAPSC, programme 50 nos of one month old chicks were distributed to each 25 nos SC rural youth beneficiaries and a 3 days skill training was also conducted those beneficiaries.. In this connection, as a follow up action initially R2B vaccination was given to 50 days old chicks of 2 beneficiaries of Neivacherry village of Thirunallar commune and also taught the rural youth to carry out the vaccination Sc route on their own for their chicks.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Post event news published in local dailies
Start Date: Tuesday, October 24, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of DAPSC skill training on value addition in mushrooms was conducted at KVK from 17th to 19th October. In order to provide information about the event to the public news article is published in local dailies. Name of the Daily Dinakaran
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Tuesday, October 3, 2023
End Date: Monday, October 23, 2023

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Madur
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Field visit
Start Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023
End Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Varichikudi
Description : Visited the OFT- Marigold plot at Varichikudi village and recorded the parameters viz., plant height, number of branches and number of flowers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

On campus training on Mushroom Cultivation for SC Farmers and farm women
Start Date: Friday, October 20, 2023
End Date: Friday, October 20, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Interested SC participants of Karaikal district attended Mushroom cultivation training and learnt the milky mushroom cultivation and oyster mushroom cultivation. As a part of training Demonstration on Mushroom bed preparation is conducted.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Radio Talk (Live Phone in Programme)
Start Date: Thursday, October 19, 2023
End Date: Thursday, October 19, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : All India Radio, Karaikal
Description : articipated in the live phone in programme (Kisanvani) broadcasted in AIR, Karaikal and narrated about the package of practice of quail farming like rearing system, feeding practice, crossbred of quail like Nandanam quail, Namakkal quail and Namakkal Gold quail etc and clarified doubts of farmers and public through live phone in programme. Participants: 8 Farmers and Farm women came live phone in programme in AIR, Karaikal broadcasting and clarified their doubts
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Field visit on Marigold
Start Date: Thursday, October 19, 2023
End Date: Thursday, October 19, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Thirunallar
Description : Visited the OFT- Marigold plot at Thirunallar village and recorded the parameters viz., plant height, number of branches and number of flowers. Given recommendations for management of bud borer.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Skill Development training on Value addition in Mushroom
Start Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2023
End Date: Thursday, October 19, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The three days training on Value addition in Mushroom has been conducted. In this training programme Lecture delivered on Importance of Value addition, different products that can be prepared in mushroom, health and medicinal value of different mushrooms, packing and marketing of mushroom value added products were taught and hands on training on Mushroom incorporated minor millet cookies, mushroom incorporated minor millet cake, mushroom jam, mushroom pickle, Mushroom payasam, mushroom papad, mushroom soup powder, dry mushroom, dry mushroom powder were demonstrated.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

OFT input distribution to the cattle farm women
Start Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Nallambal, Kottucherry and Nallathur villages
Description : OFT on Assessment of feed supplementation for preventing repeat breeding in cows to be implemented with treatment 1 feeding of cattle ration incorporated with 7.5% Moringa leaf powder and 5.0 % Vilva leaf powder (TANUVAS- 2019) and treatment 2 feeding of fish oil containing Omega 3 fatty acid (IVRI, Izatnagar- 2018) and farmers practice ready made feed without feed supplements and provide advice regarding the details of the technologies to be assessed.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Visit to value added products production unit.
Start Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Agaramangudi village.
Description : As part of DAPSC, skill training on value addition in coconut was conducted for the selected SHG members. Five women participants from Agaramangudi village had attended the program. The members started production of savories. Visited the unit and given ideas for promoting their products by means of proper packing and labeling.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Celebrated the Mahila Kisan Diwas & World Food day -PRESS COVERAGE
Start Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : KVK Karaikal has celebrated ‘Mahila Kisan Diwas’ or ‘International Rural Women's Day’ and World Food Day 2023 under the ICAR-SCSP component. The objective of the programme expressed for the year 2023 has been declared the ‘International Year of Millets by the United Nations (UN). The theme of this year, Mahila Kisan Diwas, is ‘Millets: Empowering Women and Providing Nutritional Security and the World. And also the World Food Day theme, viz., Water is life, water is food.- Press coverage .
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Animal Health Camp
Start Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Neivacherry Village
Description : Activity Details: Welcome Address: Dr. V. Aravinth, (Agronomy),KVK, Karaikal. KVK Programme Coordinator Thiru. S. Jayasankar has inaugurated the Animal Health Camp programme Dr. B. Gobu SMS (Veterinary) and Dr. M. Senthilnathan, Veterinary Surgeon, VD, Thennengudy have conducted animal health camp under NICRA scheme and treated the various aliment of livestock and poultry viz, worm infestation, tick infestation, cattle infertility, debility, metritis, Pregnancy diagnosis and Artificial Insemination etc., No of animals treated: Cattle - 60, Goats- 132, Poultry- 126, Dog - 2.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

News paper coverage about the OFT
Start Date: Monday, October 16, 2023
End Date: Monday, October 16, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : OFT on 'Assessment of Marigold hybrids for yield and income potential' is being implemented in five farmers fields during ensuing season with the hybrids viz ., Arka Abi and Arka Vibha. Mr. Rajendran who is one among the participant farmer whose feedback on the technology is published in local dailies today. The farmer expressed his happiness on performance of these marigold hybrids in his field. Mr. J. Kathiravan SMS (Horticulture) described about the technologies. Name of the dailies: Dinamalar & Dinamani
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Celebration of ‘Mahila Kisan Diwas’ & World Food Day -2023 under the ICAR-SCSP component.
Start Date: Monday, October 16, 2023
End Date: Monday, October 16, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK Karaikal has celebrated ‘Mahila Kisan Diwas’ and World Food Day 2023 under the ICAR-SCSP component. The theme of Mahila Kisan Diwas, for the year 2023 is ‘Millets: Empowering Women and Providing Nutritional Security and the World. And the World Food Day theme is Water is life, water is food.Leave no one behind. * Welcome Address by: SMS(Agrl.Extension) *The Programme Coordinator has given the inaugural and keynote address. *The Principal, Montfort Academy, Karaikal, and the Principal, Cum Training Officer, Govt. I.T.I. (Men), T.R. Pattinam has given the felicitation address. * On this occasion, one successful farm woman, SHG member, and KVK progressive farm women of Karaikal district were honored for their achievements. The food recipe competition, exhibition and quiz programme were organized among the SHG members and the prizes distributed to the winners. Vote of Thanks*: SMS (Horticulture).
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Skill training on Backyard Poultry Rearing (Day 3) .
Start Date: Friday, October 13, 2023
End Date: Friday, October 13, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of DAPSC skill training on Backyard Poultry Rearing is scheduled from 11th to 13th October. In the 3rd day, Technical session: 1. Lecture on Importance of poultry vaccination and ethno veterinary medicine practices in poultry by Dr. M. Senthilnathan, Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (Veterinary Dispensary Thennenkudy), Department of Animal Husbandry 2. Lecture on Poultry Egg Incubation and Hatching Management by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS(Veterinary), KVK, Karaikal. Valedictory function: Distribution of inputs and certificates. For Each beneficiary 50 nos of one month old poultry chicks were distributed to 26 nos. Of SC beneficiaries.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Skill training on Backyard Poultry Rearing (Day 2) .
Start Date: Thursday, October 12, 2023
End Date: Thursday, October 12, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of DAPSC skill training on Backyard Poultry Rearing is scheduled from 11th to 13th October. In the 2nd day, Technical session: 1. Lecture on Poultry diseases management by Dr. R. Suresh, Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (Veterinary Dispensary T.R.Pattinam), Department of Animal Husbandry Field visit: Field visit to 2 nos of Poultry farms (Karaikal Town and T.R.Pattinam Village) were visited by the trainees accompanied by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary).to enrich field experience Demonstration: Method demonstration of poultry vaccination and parental medication was carried out for the trainees to develop medication skills
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Skill training on Backyard Poultry Rearing (Day 1)
Start Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of DAPSC skill training on Backyard Poultry Rearing is scheduled from 11th to 13th October. In the 1st day, training programme was inaugurated by Thiru. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal Technical session: 1. Lecture on Chick brooding management by Dr. M. Gopinath, Joint Director (Regional), Department of Animal Husbandry 2. Lecture Poultry breeds and rearing system by Dr. S. George Paradise, Professor (Animal Husbandry), Department of Agronomy, PAJANCOA&RI, Karaikal. 3. Lecture on Poultry nutrition and importance of deworming in poultry which are reared in backyard by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary).
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Field visit
Start Date: Monday, October 9, 2023
End Date: Monday, October 9, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kottapadi village
Description : FLD on ' Terrace gardening' was implemented in ten house holds during last year. One of the participants has installed drip irrigation system to his terrace garden. SMS Horticulture visited the unit and given advisory on quantity of water required for various plants and frequency of irrigation to be followed.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Students visit to KVK
Start Date: Monday, October 9, 2023
End Date: Monday, October 9, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The students from Bright Bud school, Karaikal have undergone exposure visit to KVK. Various crops raised in KVK farm and Functioning of various demonstration units were explained to them.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Distribution of Fodder sets   Cumbu Napier, Fodder seed Sorghum COFS-31 and Fodder seed Hedge Lucerne (Velimasal) under the FLD -Demonstration of TANUVAS 10 cent Multicrop fodder  production model to  enhance milk production in crossbred dairy animals.
Start Date: Friday, October 6, 2023
End Date: Friday, October 6, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Kottucherry, Varichukkudy 
Description : TNAUVAS Multi-crop (10 cents) fodder production Planting High biomass yielding grass fodder, like Cumbu Napier grass variety Co(BN5) in 04-cent area.Cereals like Fodder sorghum COFS 31 in the 03-cent area. Legumes like Hedge Lucerne in 03 cents area . Distributed to the selected beneficiaries of FLD and also explained about the production technology, harvesting,and benefits.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Method Demonstration on planting of Cumbu Napier Co 4 setts under NICRA Project.
Start Date: Friday, October 6, 2023
End Date: Friday, October 6, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : TANUVAS 10 cent fodder model consisting of Cumbu Napier grass – 4 cents Fodder Sorghum - COFS.31 – 3 cents Hedge Lucerne – 3 cents is demonstrsted. Demonstrated planting method of Fodder Cumbu Napier Co 4 setts at farmers field and distributed Cumbu napier slips to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Distribution and stocking of fish fingerlings under the FLD on Koduva Fish culture in Freshwater .
Start Date: Friday, October 6, 2023
End Date: Friday, October 6, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Vizhidiyur & Thirunallar
Description : Distribution and stocking of Koduva fish fingerlings 250 Nos. at FLD farmers pond
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

OFT Field visit to Farmer's Backyard poultry units
Start Date: Wednesday, October 4, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Nallambal, Vanjore, Thiruvettakudy, Agarmankudy and Nallathur villages
Description : Visited the farmers fields of OFT on Assessment of feed supplementation for improving productivity and immunity in native chicken to be implemented with treatment 1 feeding of poultry ration incorporated with 1% Garlic powder and 0.5 % neem leaf powder (NIANP, Bangalore- 2019) and treatment 2 feeding of poultry ration incorporated with 1% Garlic powder and 0.1 % black pepper powder (TANUVAS, Chennai - 2019) and farmers practice readymade feed without feed supplements and provided advices regarding the package of practices of the technologies to be assessed.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Animal Health Camp under ICAR - NIVEDI sponsored project.
Start Date: Friday, September 29, 2023
End Date: Friday, September 29, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Keezhaiyur Village
Description : Animal health camp was conducted under ICAR-NIVEDI sponsored project on "Upliftment of Socio-economic status of SC livestock farmers of Karaikal District" at Keezhaiyur Village of T.R.Pattinam Commune in collaboration with Animal Husbandry department. About 30 cows, 21 goats, 25 poultry, 2 turkeys and 1 dog were treated for various disease condition, tick insemination and deworming, Lumpy skin disease and infertility. 2 nos Artificial insemination was also carried out
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Swachhata Hi Sewa (SHS) -Campaign
Start Date: Friday, September 29, 2023
End Date: Friday, September 29, 2023

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Keezhaiyur Village ,T.R.Pattinam Commune
Description : Conducted an awareness programme on sanitation and cleanliness among students, farmers and parents under the Swachhatata Hi Sewa campaign (2023–24) at Mazhai Mariamman Temple premises of Keezhaiyur Village, T.R.Pattinam Commune and also carried out the cleaning activity inside and outside the temple premises
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Post event news published in local dailies
Start Date: Friday, September 29, 2023
End Date: Friday, September 29, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : As part of DAPSC skill training on Organic inputs production was conducted at KVK from 25th to 27th September. In order to provide information about the event to the public news article is published in local dailies.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Animal Health Camp
Start Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : Welcome Address: Dr. V. Aravinth, (Agronomy),KVK, Karaikal. KVK Programme Coordinator Thiru. S. Jayasankar has inaugurated the Animal Health Camp programme Dr. B. Gobu SMS (Veterinary) - has conducted an animal health camp under NICRA scheme and treated the various aliment of livestock and poultry viz, worm infestation, tick infestation, cattle infertility, debility, lumpy skin disease, metritis, Pregnancy diagnosis and Artificial Insemination etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Skill training on Organic inputs preparation (Day 3) .
Start Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : As part of DAPSC skill training on Organic inputs production is scheduled from 25th to 27th September. In the 3rd day training preparation techniques of various organic inputs was taught to the trainees. Preparation of Organic herbicide, Agni Asthra, Fish Amino Acid & Thaemor karaisal were demonstrated.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Distribution of Carp fish fingerlings under DAPSC Programme.
Start Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Distribution of 1200 Nos. of Carp variety like Catla,Rohu,Mirgal fish fingerlings each to SC fish farmers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Swachhata Hi Sewa (SHS) -Campaign
Start Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Govt.Primary School. Kannapur ,Thirunallar Commune
Description : Conducted an awareness programme on sanitation and cleanliness among schoolchildren and parents under the Swachhatata Hi Sewa campaign (2023–24) at Govt. Primary School. Kannapur, Thirunallar Commune
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Inauguration of value added products production unit.
Start Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Agaramangudi village
Description : s part of DAPSC, skill training on value addition in coconut was conducted for the selected SHG members. Five women participants from Agaramangudi village had attended the program. Having continues discussion with Block Development Office a community center at the village has been allocated to the group for doing their production works. The production unit has been inaugurated and the production has been initiated.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

demonstration on Soil application of Zinc solubilizing bacteria in Rice field.
Start Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Ambagarathur
Description : This event is organized under OFT programme on “Assessment of Zinc solubilizing bacteria for enhanzing Zinc nutrient in Rice crop” to the Rice growing farmers. Demonstrate the technology of Soil application of Zinc solubilizing bacteria (Pseudomonas chloropisis) @ 1 lit per acre and Zinc solubilizing bacteria (Bacillus aryabhattai)@ 1 kg per acre mixed with 10 kgs of FYM at farmers field.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Hands on training on Mushroom cultivation to SC Rural youth
Start Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : As part of DAPSC training on Mushroom cultivation was conducted to SC Rural youth Preparation of Mushroom bed were demonstrated.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Demonstration on Seedling root dip with Bacillus subtilis in Rice
Start Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Bioagent Bacillus subtilis usage techniques is demonstrated to paddy farmers at KVK
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Skill training on Organic inputs preparation (Day 2)
Start Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of DAPSC skill training on Organic inputs production is scheduled from 25th to 27th September. In the 2nd day training preparation techniques of various organic inputs was taught to the trainees. Preparation of Organic herbicide, Panchagavya, Dasagavya, NSKE & Ginger Garlic Chilli solution were demonstrated.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Animal Health Camp
Start Date: Monday, September 25, 2023
End Date: Monday, September 25, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Athipadugai Village
Description : Welcome Address: Dr. V. Aravinth, (Agronomy),KVK, Karaikal. Dr. B. Gobu SMS (Veterinary) - has conducted an animal health camp under NICRA scheme and treated the various aliment of livestock and poultry viz, worm infestation, tick infestation, cattle infertility, debility, Pregnancy diagnosis, lumpy skin disease etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Skill training on Organic inputs preparation (Day1) .
Start Date: Monday, September 25, 2023
End Date: Monday, September 25, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : As part of DAPSC skill training on Organic inputs production is scheduled from 25th to 27th September. In the 1st day training importance of organic farming and preparation techniques of various organic inputs were taught to the trainees. Preparation of Jeevamirtham, Ghanageevamirtham, Amirtha karaisal, EM solution & Tobacco extract were demonstrated.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit to mat nursery in Rice crop
Start Date: Friday, September 22, 2023
End Date: Friday, September 22, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Ambagarathur
Description : Visited the Mat Nursery raised with BPT5204. The seedlings are to be planted in the OFT plot in which the OFT on Assessment of Zinc solubilizing bacteria for enhanzing zinc nutrient in rice crop is to be implemented.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Diagnostic visit to Mango orchard.
Start Date: Friday, September 22, 2023
End Date: Friday, September 22, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Muppaithankudi Village
Description : A diagnostic visit was made to a mango orchard upon request of the farmer. It was diagnosed that one tree was affected by Loranthus and two trees were affected by Bark borer. Suggested remedial measures to overcome the issues.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit to OFT on Assessment of high yielding fine grain Rice variety at Karaikal District.
Start Date: Friday, September 22, 2023
End Date: Friday, September 22, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Neravy Village
Description : Visited the OFT Rice plot at Neravi village. Observed the yield parameters viz., No. of panicles/ plant and No. of grains/panicle in Rice varieties viz., CO 55 and RNR 15048.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different farm and livestock oriented problem
Start Date: Friday, September 1, 2023
End Date: Friday, September 22, 2023

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Field visit to TC Banana
Start Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023
End Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : Cultivation of Tissue culture banana is one of the technologies being demonstrated in farmers fields under NICRA. The participant farmers have planted during ensuing season. The fields are visited and provided advisory on nutrient management practices.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Training on the demonstration of RTU multigrain mix for SHG's members under the ICAR -SCSP component.
Start Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023
End Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK Karaikal has organized a training programme on the demonstration of RTU multigrain mix for SHG’s members of Karaikal under the ICAR-SCSP component. -The Programme Coordinator has given the inaugural address. -The Joint BDO, Karaikal has given the felicitation address. The objective of the programme was to impart skill-based training to the members of various SHGs on different aspects of the preparation of RTU multigrain mix methods, value-added products, and their marketing strategies among the participants. And also narrates the importance of millets as a value-added product, the preparation of the RTU multigrain mix, packing and marketing strategies, etc., were taught to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Field visit to Farmers field
Start Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023
End Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : Visited the OFT- Marigold plots at Pettai village and observed the growth characters viz., plant height and number of branches. Provided advisory on nutrient management.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Method Demonstration on Bio agent application for TC banana.
Start Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023
End Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Athipadugai
Description : Method demonstration on application of Bacillus subtilis for Tissue culture banana has been conducted at Athipadugai village today as part of TDC undre NICRA. As a prophylactic measure of preventing the crop from infestation of soil borne pathogens the Bacillus subtilis is mixed with well decomposed FYM and applied to the plants. Various types of bio agents and their usages were explained to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Off campus Training on Scientific rearing of goat under SCSP component
Start Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023
End Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Vadakattalai Village, T.R.Pattinam Commune of Karaikal district
Description : Welcome Address: Thiru. J. Kathiravan, (Horticulture),KVK, Karaikal. The Programme Coordinator has given the Inaugural address. Technical address: Dr. B. Gobu SMS (Veterinary) - Delivered lecture on scientific rearing practices like balanced nutrition and importance of colostrum to new born kid and also importance of feeding milk replacer & creep feed to grower kids to prevent mortality in kids, measures to improve immunity and production like mineral mixture supplementation, low cost feeding technology and periodic deworming and vaccination of goats and also marketing strategies like value addition of meat etc. Followed by Farmer Scientist Interaction
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Training on IDM in Rice under FLD Programme.
Start Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023
End Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Major diseases symptoms and management practices gas been deciminate to the farmers and demo strated the demo on seed treatment on Bacillus subtilis.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to Farmers field
Start Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Andoor, Ponpethi, Sellur & Keelakasakudi villages
Description : FLD on 'Demondtration on Cocoponics in terrace gardening' is being implemented in ten house holds during ensuing season. The Program Coordinator and SMS Horticulture visited 6 units and given advisory on application of Arka Nutrigrow solutions, Panchagavya and other organic inputs to the plants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

On campus training on Preparation of Kodomillet Milk Beverage under FLD Programme.
Start Date: Tuesday, September 19, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Programme Coordinator has given the Inaugural address. Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Ag) explained about health benefits of minor millets. Dr. P. Adiyaman, Assistant Professor, PAJANCO & RI, Karaikal has explained in detail about value addition in Millets and demonstrated preparation of Kodomillet Milk Beverage.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demo on yellow sticky trap
Start Date: Friday, September 15, 2023
End Date: Friday, September 15, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Pandaravadai Village
Description : As a part of FLD in Coconut Rugose spiralling whitefly management demo on yellow sticky trap is conducted in coconut.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Training on Crop residue Management under SCSP ICAR grant
Start Date: Friday, September 15, 2023
End Date: Friday, September 15, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Varichikudi Village
Description : The Programme Coordinator has given the Inaugural address.Training on Recycling of Crop residues has been conducted at Varichikudi Village. Explained benefits and uses of PUSA Capsule and Waste Decomposer for decomposition of farm waste and vermicomposting.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Off campus training on Integrated Nutrient Management in Rice under SCSP ICAR grant
Start Date: Thursday, September 14, 2023
End Date: Thursday, September 14, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Akaramangudi Village
Description : Inorganic fertilizer use in Rice cultivation, method of fertilizing, preparation of enriched Farm yard manure, methods of bio-fertilizer application and application of nano-urea by using drone – Dr. V. Aravinth. Answered various queries from farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration on seed treatment in rice
Start Date: Thursday, September 14, 2023
End Date: Thursday, September 14, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Agalangan Village
Description : As a part of FLD in rice on disease management seed treatment demo was conducted with Bacillus subtilis in rice.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field day in Brinjal - Press coverage
Start Date: Thursday, September 14, 2023
End Date: Thursday, September 14, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : As a part of FLD programme field day was conducted for the brinjal farmers
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field Day
Start Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Agalangan
Description : As a part of FLD programme, field day was conducted for the benefit of brinjal farmers. Trial Farmer shared his experience in laying out FLD on package of practice of IPM in controling shoot and fruit borer in brinjal and informed that cost of cultivation reduced and fruit borer incidence / damage was also reduced from 50 percent (Control) to 20 percent (Demo) plot resulted in higher yield & quality and net returns.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Press coverage on On campus training on Integrated Crop Management in Samba
Start Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Integrated Crop Management in Samba Rice Cultivation under NICRA Project.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Radio talk - Recording on "Integrated Crop Managament in Samba Rice"
Start Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : All Iindia Radio, Karaikal.
Description : Radio talk - Recording on Integrated Crop Managament in Samba Rice cultivation at AIl India Radio (FM-100.3 MHz) 7.30 p.m. Kisan vani Programme
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On campus Training on Integrated Crop Management in Samba Rice Cultivation under NICRA Project.
Start Date: Tuesday, September 12, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, September 12, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : The Programme Coordinator has given the Inaugural address. Dr. V. Aravinth SMS (Agronomy) has explained about Integrated Crop Management in Samba Rice Cultivation. Dr. S. Divya, Ph.D., SMS (Plant protection) has briefed about IPM and IDM in Rice. Method Demonstration on seed treatment in Rice using Bacillus subtilis, a beneficial antimicrobial bacterium, was shown to control diseases in Rice Beneficiaries selected under NICRA scheme were given TRY-4/KKL(R)-2 Rice varieties- 24 kg, Asophos- 1 kg, Bacillus subtilis - 250 grams and Black gram 11 - 1 kg. Followed by Farmer Scientist Interaction
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Method demonstration on Recycling of Crop residues.
Start Date: Monday, September 11, 2023
End Date: Monday, September 11, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Melaoduthurai Village
Description : As part of Swachh Bharat Abiyan a Method demonstration on Recycling of Crop residues has been conducted at Melaoduthurai Village. Demonstrated PUSA Capsule and Waste Decomposer for decomposition of farm waste in the farmers field.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

SHG - Group Meeting
Start Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023
End Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023

Event Category : Group Meetings
Venue : Kottucherry
Description : A number of initiatives have been taken by the KVK for the development of SCs, which have yielded positive outcomes. As part of DAPSC, skill training on post-harvest processing and value addition of fish was conducted for the selected SC-SHG members. Five female SHG members from Kotttucherry village attended the programme. As a follow-up activity, a group meeting was conducted with the participants today. The challenges behind starting the entrepreneurial activity are discussed, along with suggested ideas to sort out the obstacles.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

SHG - Group Meetings
Start Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023
End Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023

Event Category : Group Meetings
Venue : Thenoor
Description : As part of DAPSC skill training on value addition in coconut was conducted for the selected SHG members. Five women participants from Thenur village had attended the program. As a follow up activity a group meeting is conducted with the participants today. The challenges behind for starting the entrepreneurial activity are discussed and suggested ideas to sort out the challenges.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

SHG - Group Meeting
Start Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023
End Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023

Event Category : Group Meetings
Venue : Ambagarathur
Description : A number of initiatives have been taken by the KVK for the development of SCs, which have yielded positive outcomes. As part of DAPSC, skill training on health mix preparation was conducted for the selected SC-SHG members. Five female SHG members from Ambagarathur village attended the programme. As a follow-up activity, a group meeting was conducted with the participants today. The challenges behind starting the entrepreneurial activity are discussed, along with suggested ideas to sort out the obstacles.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

SHG - Group meeting
Start Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023
End Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023

Event Category : Group Meetings
Venue : Nedungadu
Description : As part of DAPSC skill training on value addition in coconut was conducted for the selected SHG members. Six women SHG members from Agaramangudi village had attended the program. As a follow up activity a group meeting is conducted with the participants today. The challenges behind for starting the entrepreneurial activity are discussed and suggested ideas to sort out the challenges.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

SHG - Group Meetings
Start Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023
End Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023

Event Category : Group Meetings
Venue : Neravy Village
Description : A number of initiatives have been taken by the KVK for the development of SCs, which have yielded positive outcomes. As part of DAPSC, skill training on post-harvest processing and value addition of fish was conducted for the selected SC-SHG members. Five female SHG members from Neravy village attended the programme. As a follow-up activity, a group meeting was conducted with the participants today. The challenges behind starting the entrepreneurial activity are discussed, along with suggested ideas to sort out the obstacles.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Field visit in TC Banana Plot
Start Date: Tuesday, September 5, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : Cultivation of Tissue culture banana is one of the technologies being demonstrated in farmers fields under NICRA. The participant farmers started planting during ensuing season. The fields are visited and provided advisory on weed management and irrigation practices to be followed.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit
Start Date: Tuesday, August 29, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai
Description : Cultivation of Tissue culture banana is one of the technologies being demonstrated in farmers fields under NICRA. The participant farmers started planting during ensuing season. The fields are visited and provided advisory on weed management and irrigation practices to be followed.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit in Marigold plot
Start Date: Tuesday, September 5, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : Visited the OFT Marigold plot at Pettai village. It was noticed that the irrigated water stagnated in the field even after 7 hrs of irrigation. Adviced to drain the water immediately. Also suggested to drain the water immediately after irrigation everytime in order to avoid stagnation.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Off campus training on Vermicompost production technology under Swachh Bharat Abhiyan 2023-2024.
Start Date: Friday, September 1, 2023
End Date: Friday, September 1, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Vizhithiyur, Village
Description : Farmers were trained about selection of Vermicompost site, construction of shed, composting of Agricultural waste, types of earth worms, nutrient values in Vermicompost and its benefits.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Off campus training on Vermicompost production technology under Swachh Bhart Abhiyan 2023-2024..
Start Date: Thursday, August 31, 2023
End Date: Thursday, August 31, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Andoor Village
Description : Farmers were trained about selection of Vermicompost site, construction of shed, composting of Agricultural waste, types of earth worms, nutrient values in Vermicompost and its benefits.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different farm and livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Tuesday, August 1, 2023
End Date: Thursday, August 31, 2023

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Animal Health Camp under DAPSC prog 2023-2024..
Start Date: Thursday, August 31, 2023
End Date: Thursday, August 31, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Kurumbagaram Village
Description : Animal health camp was conducted under DAPSC of ICAR at Kurumbagaram Village in collaboration with Animal Husbandry department. About 34 cows, 116 goats, 40 birds, 6 rabbits and 4 dogs were treated for various disease condition and deworming and infertility. 3 nos Artificial insemination was also carried out
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Diagnostic visit to Rice field and given advisory services
Start Date: Wednesday, August 30, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Ambagarathur Village
Description : Farmer sown CO-51 rice variety and it is in 75 days old crop. Stem borer incidence is seen in the field. Hence, diagnostic visit is conducted and given advisory services to combat the problem.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Swachh Bharath Abhiyan Activities 2023-24
Start Date: Wednesday, August 30, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Agaramangudi village, Nedungadu commune
Description : Awareness programme on sanitation ,cleanliness and pledge taken among the farm women under Swachha Bharath Abiyan 2023-24 activity at Agaramangudi village, Nedungadu commune
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Off-campus training on Mixed Fodder cultivation practices under the ICAR –SCSP component 2023-24 under ICAR-SCSP component
Start Date: Wednesday, August 30, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Agaramangudi village, Nedungadu commune
Description : As part of DAPSC 2023-24 -off-campus training on Mixer Fodder cultivation practices was conducted at Agaramangudi Village, Nedungadu commune. •A lecture was delivered on the importance of field preparation, seed rate, weed management, irrigation management, harvesting, etc. for mixed fodder cultivation.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

On Campus training on Polycultue of Fresh Water fish with prawn under the SC/Sp Component - 2023-2024
Start Date: Wednesday, August 30, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : To delebrate the lecture on Suitable variety of Freshwater prawn for polycultue practice , culture management Technology and harvesting Method of fish & prawn also discussed with farmers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Students visit to KVK
Start Date: Tuesday, August 29, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, August 29, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The National Green Corps students of Govt High School, Karaikal have undergone exposure visit to KVK. Functioning of various demonstration units were explained to them.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Training Program
Start Date: Monday, August 28, 2023
End Date: Monday, August 28, 2023

Event Category : Jal Shakti Abhiyan 2022
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Mr. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karikal welcomed the gathering. Technical address: 1) Rainwater harvesting & Water conservation - Dr. M. Angaleeswari, Ph.D., Assistant Professor (SWCE), PAJANCOA&RI, Karaikal. 2) Micro Irigation - Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal.Participants: In this event an exhibition were arranged for benefit of farming community. As part of DAPSC, 42 SC farmers were also given 30 kg of Paddy seed, one kg of Beauveria bassiana and one kg of Bacillus subtilis.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

OFT - Field Visit
Start Date: Monday, August 28, 2023
End Date: Monday, August 28, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kottucherry
Description : OFT on 'Assessment of Marigold hybrids for yield and income potential' is being implemented in five farmers fields during ensuing season. Seedlings of Marigold hybrids viz ., Arka Abi and Arka Vibha have been produced at KVK and distributed to the farmers. One among the farmers has taken up planting today. SMS Horticulture visited the farmer's field and guided him on method of planting and spacing.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

On campus training on Nutrition gardening
Start Date: Friday, August 25, 2023
End Date: Friday, August 25, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : On campus training on Nutrition gardening has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 25.08.2023. The programme was inaugurated by S.Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator.Training was conducted by Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. The topics covered were 1) Recommended Dietary Allowances 2) Balanced diet 3) Establishment of nutrition garden and 4) Usage of organic inputs. About 20 rural youth belonging to Scheduled Caste of Karaikal district have participated. All the participants were provided with vegetable seeds under Scheduled Caste Sub Plan.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Training Programme on Rabbit farming in cage system
Start Date: Friday, August 25, 2023
End Date: Friday, August 25, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of DAPSC an on campus Training Programme on Rabbit Farming in cage system has been conducted at KVK today. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal Inaugurated the programme. Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary) delivered a lecture on method of rabbit farming, selection of suitable breeds, breeding and kids management, feeding strategies and disease prevention techniques . 44 nos of Stainless steel milk can of 10 liters capacity was distributed to 22 nos. selected SC beneficiaries (2 per beneficiary) under ICAR-NIVEDI sponsored project
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

News Paper Coverage (Refresher Training Programme on Natural Farming)
Start Date: Friday, August 25, 2023
End Date: Friday, August 25, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Refresher Training Programme on Natural Farming - Scientists involved - PC & SMS Agronomy
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

OFT - Field visit
Start Date: Friday, August 25, 2023
End Date: Friday, August 25, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Thirunallar
Description : OFT on 'Assessment of Marigold hybrids for yield and income potential' is being implemented in five farmers fields during ensuing season. Seedlings of Marigold hybrids viz ., Arka Abi and Arka Vibha have been produced at KVK and distributed to the farmers. One among the farmers has taken up planting today. SMS Horticulture visited the farmer's field and guided him on method of planting and spacing.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Refresher Training Programme on Natural Farming.
Start Date: Thursday, August 24, 2023
End Date: Thursday, August 24, 2023

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of DAPSC an on campus Refresher Training Programme on Natural Farming has been conducted at KVK today. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karikal welcomed the gathering. Mr. J. Senthilkumar, Additional Director of Agriculture, Karaikal Inaugurated the programme. Technical address: 1. Natural farming - Dr. R. Mohan, Ph.D., Professor and Head, Dept. of Agronomy, PAJANCOA&RI, KaraikalO 2. Organic Input Preparation - Dr. V. Aravinth. SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal. Also a method demonstration of Jeevamrit preparation was given to the Agricultural Extension workers of Karaikal District. Participants: Extension Functionaries viz., ATMs & BTMs (ATMA), AAO's, Field Man & Demonstration Assistant of the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Karaikal
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on Integrated Crop Management in Samba Rice Cultivation.
Start Date: Wednesday, August 23, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Seruvalur village
Description : A lecture was given to farmers on Selection of varieties, Land preparation, INM, IWM, Crop boosters and application of biofertlizers in the Kisan Gosthies organized in Nannilam bock by ATMA Tiruvarur
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on IPDM in Rice.
Start Date: Wednesday, August 23, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Seruvalur village
Description : Lecture delivered was given to farmers on major pest and diseases of rice crop and their integrated management methods for ensuing Samba paddy cultivation.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to FLD Farmers
Start Date: Tuesday, August 22, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Andoor, Ponpethi & Sellur villages
Description : FLD on 'Demondtration on Cocoponics in terrace gardening' is being implemented in ten house holds during ensuing season. The SMS Horticulture visited 6 units and given advisory on application of Arka Nutrigrow solutions and watre management practices.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit to OFT Farmers field
Start Date: Tuesday, August 22, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Nedungadu
Description : OFT on 'Assessment of Marigold hybrids for yield and income potential' is being implemented during ensuing season. Marigold hybrids viz ., Arka Abi and Arka Vibha have been planted in the trial plots. One of the trial plots has been visited and the growth of the plants were observed.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Off-campus training on awareness about the utilization and application of ICT-enabled tools in TNAU -Ragi Expert system.
Start Date: Tuesday, August 22, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Kannapoor Village, Thirunallr commune
Description : As part of DAPSC 2023-24 off-campus training on awareness about the utilization and application of ICT-enabled tools in the TNAU-Ragi Expert system was conducted at Kannpoor village. -Use and utilization of TNAU-Ragi Expert system among farmers, farm women, rural youth, and other participants were encouraged to download the TNAU Expert system.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Awareness programme and Rally on Parthenium Eradication to the school students
Start Date: Tuesday, August 22, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Thiruvalluvar Government Higher Secondary School, Ambagarathur
Description : The rally was organized with the participation of School Students (9th Std. Students - Agriculture group) to create awareness and explained about harmful effects of Parthenium on human and animal health and different steps required to eradicate Parthenium.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Parthenium Eradication
Start Date: Saturday, August 19, 2023
End Date: Saturday, August 19, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village
Description : In this programme created awareness about the parthenium weed and explained about harmful effects of Parthenium on human and animal health and different steps required to eradicate Parthenium
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On campus training on “Bee Keeping” to SC Rural Youth
Start Date: Saturday, August 19, 2023
End Date: Saturday, August 19, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : KVK Karaikal Celebrated National Bee Day at KVK. As a part of the programme KVK organized training cum skill development programme on Bee keeping under Scheduled Caste Sub –plan for SC Rural youth/ farmers and farm women for the socio economic upliftment, 11 nos. of the training attended farmers and farm women selected and distributed Honey bee boxes, honey bee colony, honey bee stand and smoker during the programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Demonstration on TNAU Rice reap and Potassium Nitrate (1.5 %) for improve grain filling rate in Rice crop
Start Date: Friday, August 18, 2023
End Date: Friday, August 18, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Nedungadu, Village
Description : This event is organized under OFT programme on “Assessment of improve grain filling rate and yield of Direct Seeding of Rice” to demonstrate the technology of TNAU Rice reap @ 6 kgs per acre and Potassium Nitrate (1.5 %).
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Swachh Bharath Abhiyan Activities 2023-24
Start Date: Friday, August 18, 2023
End Date: Friday, August 18, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Cleaning of KVK farm road and irrigation channels as part of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan 2023-24 activity.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

On campus training on Parthenium Eradication
Start Date: Wednesday, August 16, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Welcome Address: Dr. B. Gobu, (Vet),KVK, Karaikal. The Programme Coordinator has given the Inaugural address. Technical address: Introduction of Parthenium weed, mode of spread, harmful effects of Parthenium on human and animal health and different steps required to eradicate Parthenium. - Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal. Vote of thanks : Dr. A. Senthil, SMS (Ext) ,KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News Paper Coverage (Off campus training on Vermicompost production technology under SCSP ICAR grant)
Start Date: Saturday, August 12, 2023
End Date: Saturday, August 12, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Off campus training on Vermicompost production technology under SCSP ICAR grant - Scientists involved - PC & SMS Agronomy
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News coverage about the On campus training on Cocoponics
Start Date: Saturday, August 12, 2023
End Date: Saturday, August 12, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : News about the On campus training on Cocoponics conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 10.08.2023 is published in local dailies on 12.08.23. As part of the Front Line Demonstration on Cocoponics in Terrace gardening an on campus training was conducted at KVK on 10.08.2023. The programme was inaugurated by S.Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator.Training was conducted by Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. 10 selected participants have attended the training. Critical inputs for the FLD also distributed to the participants .
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News Paper Coverage (Off campus training on Integrated Crop Management in Millets under SCSP- ICAR grant)
Start Date: Friday, August 11, 2023
End Date: Friday, August 11, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Off campus training on Integrated Crop Management in Millets under SCSP ICAR grant - Scientists involved - PC & SMS Agronomy
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On campus training on Vermicompost production technology under SCSP ICAR grant
Start Date: Friday, August 11, 2023
End Date: Friday, August 11, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Programme Coordinator has given the Inaugural address. Technical address: Farmers were trained about selection of vermicompost site, construction of shed, composting of Agricultural waste, types of earth worms, nutrient values in Vermicompost and its benefits. - Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal. In this training, the youth and farm women were enthusiastically doing a hands-on demonstration of Vermicomposting.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On campus training on Kitchen gardening.
Start Date: Friday, August 11, 2023
End Date: Friday, August 11, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of DAPSC an on campus training on Kitchen gardening has been conducted at KVK today. Mr. S. Jayasankar, PC inaugurated the training. Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS Horticulture conducted the training. Distributed vegetable seeds, brinjal seedlings, vermicompost and panchagavya to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Phone in Program on "Practices to be followed for the ensuing Aadi patta vegetables".
Start Date: Thursday, August 10, 2023
End Date: Thursday, August 10, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : All India Radio, Karaikal
Description : Phone in program on "Practices to be followed for the ensuing Aadi patta vegetables" was broadcasted as live interaction between farmers and J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) of KVK, Karaikal from 7.30 to 8.00 pm. Farmers from in and around Karaikal district have participated and got clarified their doubts on vegetable cultivation.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Off campus training on Integrated Crop Management in Millets under SCSP ICAR grant
Start Date: Thursday, August 10, 2023
End Date: Thursday, August 10, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Andoor Village
Description : The Programme Coordinator has given the Inaugural address. Technical address: Farmers were briefed on seed selection, seed treatment, sowing method, irrigation, weed management, harvesting, nutrients in Millets and their benefits - Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal. In this training an exhibition were arranged for benefit of farming community. Vote of thanks : Dr. A. Senthil, Ph.D., SMS (Agrl. Extension), KVK, Karaikal
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Extension Activity-Celebrated the Meri Maati Mera Desh" campaign
Start Date: Thursday, August 10, 2023
End Date: Thursday, August 10, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Andoor Village, Nedungadu commune
Description : KVK Karaikal organized following activities under the programme 1.Meri Maati Mera Desh" campaign is celebrated in remembrance of brave soldiers who sacrificed their life to protect our mother land. 2. Pledge was taken in eve of Meri Maati Mera Desh Campaign. 3. Tree plantation was undertaken.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Extension Activity-Celebrated the Meri Maati Mera Desh" campaign -PRESS COVERAGE
Start Date: Thursday, August 10, 2023
End Date: Thursday, August 10, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Extension Activity-Celebrated the Meri Maati Mera Desh" campaign - Press coverage
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

On campus training on Cocoponics.
Start Date: Thursday, August 10, 2023
End Date: Thursday, August 10, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : As part of the FLD on 'Demonstration on Cocoponics in terrace gardening' an on campus training on Cocoponics has been conducted at KVK today. Mr. S. Jayasankar, PC inaugurated the training. Mr. R. Venkateswarsn, Head of Programs delivered Special address. Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS Horticulture conducted the training. Method demonstration on media preparation also conducted. Distributed critical inputs to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Extension Activity-Celebrated the Meri Maati Mera Desh" campaign
Start Date: Wednesday, August 9, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK Karaikal organized following activities under the programme 1. Sensitized the participants about the importance of Meri Maati Mera Desh" campaign. 2. Pledge was taken In the eve of Meri Maati Mera Desh Campaign in token of paying tribute to the Veers. 3. Tree plantation.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Demonstration on TNAU Sweet flag 6EC against pulse beetle
Start Date: Wednesday, August 9, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers brought green gram seeds and demonstration was conducted on TNAU sweet flag against pulse beetle.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

On campus training on Mushroom Cultivation
Start Date: Wednesday, August 9, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Interested Farmers of Karaikal district attended Mushroom cultivation training and learnt the milky mushroom cultivation and oyster mushroom cultivation. As a part of training Demonstration on Mushroom bed preparation is conducted.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

News Paper Coverage (On campus Training on Soil Health Management under NICRA Project)
Start Date: Saturday, August 5, 2023
End Date: Saturday, August 5, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - On campus Training on Soil Health Management under NICRA Project - Scientists involved - PC & SMS Agronomy
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On campus Training on Soil Health Management under NICRA Project
Start Date: Friday, August 4, 2023
End Date: Friday, August 4, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Welcome Address: Dr. B. Gobu,SMS (Vet). Inaugural address: Mr. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator. Technical address: Collection of Soil Sample, Importance of Soil Health Card, Management of Problem Soils and Soil Health Management by Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy). Followed by Farmer Scientist Interaction. Vote of thanks : Thiru. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture). Distributed Dhaincha seed to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Attended Research Extension Interface session
Start Date: Thursday, August 3, 2023
End Date: Thursday, August 3, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : PAJANCOA & RI, Karaikal
Description : KVK SMS(Plant Protection) along with Professor and Head of Agronomy, Horticulture, Entomology of PAJANCOA & RI and Line department officials of Department of Agriculture and farmers welfare were participated and discussed the current issues in the standing crops of Karaikal District. 24 no. officials were participated in the event.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Saturday, July 1, 2023
End Date: Monday, July 31, 2023

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Madur
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Group meeting was conducted at Pettai
Start Date: Monday, July 31, 2023
End Date: Monday, July 31, 2023

Event Category : Group Meetings
Venue : Pettai, Athipadugai and Neivacherry
Description : Under the National Innovations on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) through KVK, Karaikal is being implemented in Thirunallar Commune viz. Pattai, Athipadugai and Neivacherry. Various technologies are to be implemented under NICRA programme for the year 2023-24. Group meeting was conducted for selection of beneficiary farmers for technical demonstration at NICRA villages.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Live webcast of release of 14th installment funds of PM Kisan to Farmers –Pre-PRESS COVERAGE
Start Date: Thursday, July 27, 2023
End Date: Thursday, July 27, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Live webcast of release of 14th installment funds of PM Kisan to Farmers –Pre-PRESS COVERAGE
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Live webcast of release of 14th installment funds of PM Kisan to Farmers -PRESS COVERAGE
Start Date: Thursday, July 27, 2023
End Date: Thursday, July 27, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Live webcast of release of 14th installment funds of PM Kisan to Farmers and farmer-Scientist interactions-PRESS COVERAGE
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Live webcast of release of 14th installment funds of PM Kisan to Farmers and Farmer- Scientist interactions
Start Date: Thursday, July 27, 2023
End Date: Thursday, July 27, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : KVK Karaikal has organized a live webcasting of release of 14th instalment of PM KISAN, dedication of 1.25 lakh Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samriddhi Kendras to the Nation, Launch of Urea Gold Sulfur coated urea and other welfare scheme by Honb’le Prime Minister from Sikar, Rajasthan on 27-07-2023. On this occasion a Farmers Fair was arranged by KVK Karaikal to witness the event. As part of the programme, Farmers-Scientist interaction also arranged. The Programme was inaugurated Thiru.S.Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal. Thiru.J.Senthilkumar, Additional Director of Agriculture, Karaikal has participated as Chief guest and explained about various schemes implemented by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers welfare in Karaikal District. Professors from PAJANCOA&RI, Karaikal and the Subject Matter Specialists of KVK Karaikal were participated in the Farmer-Scientist interaction and clarified the doubts of the farmers. A total number of 84 participants were participated
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

diagnostic visit
Start Date: Wednesday, July 26, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Thalatheru Village, Karaikal Block
Description : Dr. B. Gobu, the SMS (Veterinary) has examined the cow of the farmer Thiru S. Elangovan, Thalatheru village which has calved one month back for physiological parameters like Respiratory rate, pulse rate and rectal temperature. He also palpated the pre scapular lymph node which was swollen.The KVK scientist conducted per rectal examination to rule out teinfection of endometeritis in that animal. Moreover, the clinical signs of respiratory difficulty, inappetence, loose feces, mild fever, rough hair coat, pale conjunctival membrane, poor ruminal motility and debility lead to suspect for cattle theileriosis. Accordingly, advised the farmer for antibiotic course treatment for 3 days with Oxytetracycline injection and antihistamine. In order to confirm theileriosis infection, the farmer was advised to go for blood smear examination in the nearby Veterinary Dispensary since this KVK does not have facilities for laboratory examination
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Participation in Refresher Training Programme on “Organic Natural and farming”
Start Date: Tuesday, July 25, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Nature center, Botanical Garden, Puducherry.
Description : Participated 2 days refresher training programme on “Organic Natural and farming” on 25th and 26th July 2023, in coordination with the Regional Director, Regional Centre for Organic and Natural Farming, Bangalore
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Technology week celebration Day - 5
Start Date: Thursday, July 20, 2023
End Date: Thursday, July 20, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : During inland fish culture training stocking ratio of fish fingerlings, feed and water management technology was explained to fish farmers. Further, Method demonstration on induced Carp breeding like selection of Carp fish brooders, dosage of harmone injection in brooders fish and FRP Hatchery unit operating method also discussed with farmers. Finally, 50 litres capacity of Ice box distributed to 25 Nos. of SC farm Women for processing of Fishes. The Ice box sponsored by CIFT (Central Institute of Fishes Technology) Cochin, Nearly 70 Numbers of farmers and farm women attended the function benefited the technology. Different type of feed, probiotic and equipment also exhibit in the function.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Exhibition on Horticulture technological products and varieties
Start Date: Sunday, July 16, 2023
End Date: Thursday, July 20, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Exhibition
Venue : KVK, Madur, ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : In commemoration 95th foundation day of ICAR, KVK – Karaikal has organized Technology Week celebration from 16.07.2023-20.07.2023. As part of the program exhibition on Horticulture technological products and varieties has been arranged on the first day. In this exhibition Micronutrient formulations of IIHR, Grafted brinjal, Organic inputs, terrace garden materials, fruit and vegetable varieties were exhibited.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Exhibition of various technologies with special reference to Samba Paddy cultivation for benefit of farmers
Start Date: Monday, July 17, 2023
End Date: Thursday, July 20, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Exhibition
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : We have organized training programme on “Integrated Crop Management in Samba Rice” at KVK, Karaikal on 17.07.2023. In this event the farmers visited the exhibition organized by this Kendra. Exhibited the Agriculture Technologies viz., Samba rice variety, Biofertlizers Micro irrigation, and Organic inputs
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration on Carp breeding Technology
Start Date: Thursday, July 20, 2023
End Date: Thursday, July 20, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : During Carp breeding brooder fish selection, dosage of harmone inject to fishes and FRP hatchery unit operation method also demonstrated to fish farmers
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Exhibition on Biopesticide and biocontrol agents in Technology week
Start Date: Sunday, July 16, 2023
End Date: Thursday, July 20, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Exhibition
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Organic IPM components like pheromone traps, yellow sticky traps, Tricho card, Predator- Chrysoperla eggs, Encarsia mummified whitefly,biopesticides such as Beaveria bassiana, Bt, Verticillium lecanii displayed. Apart from this for entrepreneur development activities bee hive box and mushroom bed were also displayed in technology week.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Technology week celebration day-4
Start Date: Wednesday, July 19, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Dr. B. Gobu, the SMS (Veterinary) has delivered a lecture on various technologies related to livestock and poultry rearing during the technology week programme on 19.07.2023. Exhibition of various technologies on feeding and disease management of livestock were also organized and also method demonstration of Panchagavya preparation was carried out. Further, Animal health camp was also conducted for treatment of livestock those brought to this Kendra
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Day third of Technology Week in commemoration of the 95th ICAR Foundation Day celebrations -PRESS COVERAGE
Start Date: Wednesday, July 19, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Day third of Technology Week in commemoration of the 95th ICAR Foundation Day celebrations- Press coverage
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Exhibition on Livestock rearing Technologies
Start Date: Wednesday, July 19, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Exhibition
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Dr. B. Gobu, the SMS (Veterinary) has explained about the application / uses of the various exhibits related to livestock and poultry rearing technologies arranged in the exhibition conducted on 19.07.2023.as a part of Technology week celebration. The exhibit like feed supplements, fodder seeds & slip, chaff cutter, small scale low cost incubators and cow products were being displayed in the exhibition
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Exhibition arranged on day third of Technology Week in commemoration of the 95th ICAR Foundation Day celebrations
Start Date: Tuesday, July 18, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Exhibition
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : KVK Karaikal has organized exhibition of various technologies with special reference to Millets cultivation and its value addition day third of Technology Week in commemoration of the 95th ICAR Foundation Day celebrations.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Technology Week celebration Day -3
Start Date: Tuesday, July 18, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Day third of Technology Week in commemoration of the 95th ICAR Foundation Day celebrations. Activity details 1.Training on ICM for Millets 3. Hands on training on Millets value addition. 3. Display of value added products from Millets by Women SHG members. 4.Distribution of prizes to SHG Members
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

News Paper Coverage (Demonstration on Nano DAP application for Rice by using drone at Technology week.)
Start Date: Tuesday, July 18, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : News paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Demonstration on Nano DAP application for Rice by using drone at Technology week. - Scientists involved - PC & All SMS’s
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Method demonstration on Organic recycling using Waste Decomposer and Pusa Capsule at Technology week.
Start Date: Monday, July 17, 2023
End Date: Monday, July 17, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : We have organized Method demonstration on Organic recycling using Waste Decomposer and Pusa Capsule at KVK, Karaikal. Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal explain the uses of Waste Decomposer and Pusa Capsule.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration on Nano DAP application for Rice by using drone at Technology week.
Start Date: Monday, July 17, 2023
End Date: Monday, July 17, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK campus
Description : We have organized field demonstration programme on “Nano DAP application for Rice by using drone” at KVK farm, Karaikal. Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal explain the uses of Nano DAP and application method using drones
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Technology week celebration Day -2
Start Date: Monday, July 17, 2023
End Date: Monday, July 17, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : We have organized training programme on “Integrated Crop Management in Samba Rice” at KVK, Karaikal on 18.07.2023. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering. Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on Varietal Selection of Rice and Mechanization in Rice cultivation, Integrated Weed Management in Rice and Integrated Nutrient Management.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News coverage on Post event news on technology week celebration at KVK, Karaikal
Start Date: Monday, July 17, 2023
End Date: Monday, July 17, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallartaluk, Karaikal
Description : In commemoration of 95th Foundation of ICAR the KVK, Karaikal is proposed to organise Technology week. The first day event of Technology week has been published in local dailies.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on IPDM in Rice in Technology week celebration
Start Date: Monday, July 17, 2023
End Date: Monday, July 17, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Make awareness on Major pest and diseases of Rice and its management options is disseminated to the farmers to increase the income in technology week second day.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on IPDM in Vegetable in Technology week celebration
Start Date: Sunday, July 16, 2023
End Date: Sunday, July 16, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : First day of technology week was conducted in Horticulture crops. In that programme major pest and diseases of major crop of horticulture was disseminated to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Technology week celebration (Day 1)
Start Date: Sunday, July 16, 2023
End Date: Sunday, July 16, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : In commemoration 95th foundation day of ICAR, KVK – Karaikal has organized Technology Week celebration from 16.07.2023-20.07.2023. The activities carried out on the first day of Technology week are as follows: 1. Live webcasting of ICAR foundation day celebrations to farmers. 2. Exhibition of various technologies for benefit of farmers 3. Method demonstration of root feeding in coconut and canopy management in high density Mango orchard. 4.Trainging on ICM & IPDM for Aadi Vegetables pattam 5.Distribution of Vegetables seed mini-kits to the participants The events were coordinated byJ.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

ICAR Foundation day celebration
Start Date: Sunday, July 16, 2023
End Date: Sunday, July 16, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : The 95th foundation day of ICAR has been celebrated at KVK – Karaikal. In commemoration of the Foundation day of ICAR, KVK has organized Technology Week celebration from 16.07.2023-20.07.2023. The activities carried out on 16.07.2023 are as follows: 1. Live webcasting of ICAR foundation day celebrations to farmers. 2. Exhibition of various technologies for benefit of farmers 3. Method demonstration of root feeding in coconut and canopy management in high density Mango orchard. 4.Trainging on ICM & IPDM for Aadi Vegetables pattam 5.Distribution of Vegetables seed mini-kits to the participants The events were coordinated byJ.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News Paper coverage and radio announcement on BLB management in Rice
Start Date: Saturday, July 15, 2023
End Date: Saturday, July 15, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : In kuruvai rice crop BLB incidence noticed in Karaikal district hence to make awareness to farmers news paper coverage on pest management is disseminated through news paper and radio announcement.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Demonstration on release of Chrysoperla predator and Encarsia parasitoids in coconut field.
Start Date: Thursday, July 13, 2023
End Date: Thursday, July 13, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Pandaravadai Village
Description : As a part of FLD on Rugose spiraling whitefly magement trial in coconut field release of parasitoid Encarsia guadeloupae Viggiani (Hymenoptera: Aphelinidae). Predators. Chilocorus nigrita (F.) (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) and predator Chrysoperla zastrowi sillemi was conducted in Pandaravadai village.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Radio talk (Talklet on ICAR Foundation day celebration)
Start Date: Thursday, July 13, 2023
End Date: Thursday, July 13, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal
Description : In commemoration of 95th Foundation day of ICAR, KVK-Karaikal organize Technology week from 16.7.23 to 20.7.23. In order to create awareness about the program among publicMr. J. Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) has participated in the Talklet at AIR, Karaikal on 13.07.2023. .
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News coverage on announcement of technology week celebration at KVK, Karaikal
Start Date: Wednesday, July 12, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : In commemoration of 95th Foundation of ICAR the KVK, Karaikal is proposed to organise Technology week. The announcement on celebration of Technology week has been published in local dailies.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Off campus training on IPM in Coconut
Start Date: Wednesday, July 12, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, July 12, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Neravy
Description : Major pest of coconut and their damage symptoms and integrated management practices was disseminated to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Diagnostic visit to Rice field
Start Date: Tuesday, July 11, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Ambagarathur
Description : On diagnostic visit to paddy field BLB infection is observed and management related advisory services has been given.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Lawn making
Start Date: Tuesday, July 11, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK, Madur,Thirunallar Tk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. As part of the training a Lecture on Lawn makingwas delivered to the trainees by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. In this session types of grasses, establishment and maintenance of lawnwere taught to the trainees.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Distribution of articles for SHG's members under the ICAR -SCSP Component-PRESS COVERAGE
Start Date: Saturday, July 8, 2023
End Date: Saturday, July 8, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Distribution of articles for SHG's members under the ICAR -SCSP Component- Press coverage
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Publication of booklet on Value addition in Coconut
Start Date: Friday, July 7, 2023
End Date: Friday, July 7, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Training manual on “Value addition techniques in Coconut” has been released by the District Collector at KVK, Karaikal on 07.07.2023. Two SHGs consisting 10 members have attended training on Value addition in Coconut. To support the trainees training manual on “Value addition techniques in Coconut” has been prepared by Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), Dr.A.Senthil,SMS (Extension) and Mr.S.Jayasankar,Programme Coordinator and distributed to the trainees.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Distribution of articles for SHG's members under the ICAR -SCSP Component.
Start Date: Friday, July 7, 2023
End Date: Friday, July 7, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : KVK Karaikal organized a two-day hands-on training programme on post-harvest processing and value addition of fish and health mix preparation during June 7-8, 2023, for SHG’s members of Karaikal under the ICAR-SCSP component. In this regard, District Collector cum Chairman has distributed the articles to the trained SC (3 No’s) SHG’s group members.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Training on Management of Common Livestock Diseases”
Start Date: Friday, July 7, 2023
End Date: Friday, July 7, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : This Kendra has conducted a training programme on “Management of common livestock diseases” for the benefit of livestock farmers of Scheduled caste community of Karaikal district under the project approved and sanctioned by ICAR – National Institute of Veterinary Epidemiology and Disease Informatics (NIVEDI) on 07.07.2023. Shri. A. Koluthungan, IAS, the District Collector cum Chairman has inaugurated the training programme and delivered his presidential address. Tree plantation by the chief guest has been also organized. Thiru. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator of Karaikal KVK has welcomed the participants and narrated the role of KVK in development ok farming community of Karaikal region. During the programme, as the part of implementation of project on “Upliftment of socio-economic status of Scheduled caste livestock farmers of Karaikal district sponsored by ICAR - NIVEDI, various inputs like 10 units of Rabbits with cage includes 8 female rabbits + 2 male rabbits per unit.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Lecture delivered on Mushroom Cultivation and Bee keeping
Start Date: Thursday, July 6, 2023
End Date: Thursday, July 6, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : School children of Karaikal district visited KVK and learnt the activities of KVK and demo units. As a part of this they visited mushroom unit and Apiculture unit and updated their knowledge.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Students visit to KVK
Start Date: Thursday, July 6, 2023
End Date: Thursday, July 6, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Students at Government Hr. Sec School, Kottucherry have come for an exposure visit to KVK. They have visited the Nursery and terrace garden units in the KVK. Mr.J.Kathiravan SMS(Horticulture) explained about the demo units.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Landscape gardening
Start Date: Wednesday, July 5, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, July 5, 2023

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. As part of the training a Lecture on Landscape gardeningwas delivered to the trainees by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. In this session types of garden, components of garden and various ornamental plants used in gardening were taught to the trainees.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Bio fortified varieties
Start Date: Tuesday, July 4, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, July 4, 2023

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK,Madur, ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. As part of the training a Lecture on Bio fortified varieties was delivered to the trainees by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. Importance of bio-fortification, bio-fortified varieties released in agricultural and horticultural crops were taught to the trainees.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered to extension functionaries
Start Date: Tuesday, July 4, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, July 4, 2023

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Parasitoid Trichogramma spp. and Acerophagus spp. mass production and Chrysoperla and Cryptolaemus is mass production technologies was desiminated to the extension functionaries.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on ICM in Turmeric
Start Date: Monday, July 3, 2023
End Date: Monday, July 3, 2023

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK,Madur, ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. As part of the training a Lecture was delivered on Integrated Crop Management practices in turmeric. Improved varieties, INM, IPM were taught to the trainees by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Friday, June 30, 2023
End Date: Friday, June 30, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Lecture delivered on Inland fish culture technology like Culture Management, Feed and Water Management of fish culture. FRP carp hatchery technology also discussed with the students
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Lecture delivered on Terrace gardening
Start Date: Friday, June 30, 2023
End Date: Friday, June 30, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Students studying M. Sc. (Botany) & M.Sc.(Zoology) at Arignar Anna Govt. Arts and Science College are attending an internship program on Entrepreneurship Development program from 23.6.23 to 30.6.23. As part of the program, lecture was delivered on “Terrace gardening” today by Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News paper coverage - Demonstration on Nano urea application in Rice by using drone.
Start Date: Thursday, June 29, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 29, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Demonstration on Nano urea application in Rice by using drone - Scientists involved - PC & All SMS’s
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Thursday, June 1, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, June 28, 2023

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Madur
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Demonstration on Nano urea application in Rice by using drone
Start Date: Wednesday, June 28, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, June 28, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Vizhithyur, Karaikal
Description : Demonstration on Nano urea application in Rice by using drone under FLD programme in 10 farmers field. In this programme the Programme Coordinator gave key note address to the farmers. Dr. V Aravinth SMS (A) explained in detail about the method of applying the Nano urea through drones and its benefits.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Hands on training on livestock and poultry production technologies.
Start Date: Tuesday, June 27, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : A Joint Field visit was conducted by the technical committee viz SMS Veterinary representing KVK, Karaikal, ADA, Department of Agriculture, Karaikal, Deputy Director (Engg), Department of Agriculture, JD, Department of Animal Husbandry & Animal Welfare, Karaikal, Deputy Director, Department of Fisheries, Professor and Head, Department of Agronomy, PAJANCOA&RI to have Preliminary IFS field inspection for verification of the various component of IFS farmers fields for selection of the applicants under RKVY Scheme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Hands on training on Protray Nursery technique
Start Date: Monday, June 26, 2023
End Date: Monday, June 26, 2023

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : Students studying M. Sc. (Botany) & M.Sc.(Zoology) at Arignar Anna Govt. Arts and Science College are attending an internship program on Entrepreneurship Development program from 23.6.23 to 30.6.23. As part of the program Hands on training on Protray Nursery technique has been conducted today. The participants were imparted skill on medium preparation and sowing of vegetable seeds in protrays. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) conducted the training.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Diagnostic Visit
Start Date: Monday, June 26, 2023
End Date: Monday, June 26, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : T.R. pattinam,
Description : Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary has visited the farm of Thiru. V.M.Selvaganpathy, T.R.Pattinam to identify the cuse of the causes of repeat breeding problem in his heifer. Upon rectal palpation follicular cyst was found and hence the animal shows repeated heat symptoms without comception. The farmers has advised to undertake the hormal treatment for the repeat breeding heifer.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Hands on training in Vermicompost Production Technology
Start Date: Saturday, June 24, 2023
End Date: Saturday, June 24, 2023

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Hands on training in Vermicompost production technology was conducted to the P.G students from Dr. KMK GI, Karaikal attending internship programme at KVK .
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered to extension functionaries
Start Date: Friday, June 23, 2023
End Date: Friday, June 23, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Handling of bees, honey extraction was conducted to Demonstration Assistant
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on “KVK Roll and activities& ICT tools usages
Start Date: Friday, June 23, 2023
End Date: Friday, June 23, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi Government Institute for Post Graduate Studies & Research, Karaikal Final year M.Sc.,(Botany)students has visited the KVK campus from 23.06.2023 to 30.06.2023 as a part of a entrepreneurship development programme . Dr.A.Senthil, SMS(Agrl.Extension ) stresses on roll and activities of KVK and the importance of transferring technologies through Mobile Apps viz, UZHAVAN App, FARMS App, KISAN RATH App and e-Nam for marketing the product and also briefed about the TNAU-Agri tech Portal, Expert system.etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Scientists Visit to IFS farmers field
Start Date: Wednesday, June 21, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 22, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : T.R. Pattinam, Neravy, Andoor, Varchikudy, Melakasakudy, Kotapady and Ambagarathur
Description : Students studying M. Sc. (Botany) & M.Sc.(Zoology) at Arignar Anna Govt. Arts and Science College are attending an internship program on Entrepreneurship Development program from 23.6.23 to 30.6.23. As part of the program students were given hands on training on various animal farming systems and its rearing aspects, routine farm operation, animal waste management techniques, machine milking of cows, poultry incubator functioning and fodder production technology and students were practices the handling methods of animals like goat, poultry, rabbit.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

News paper coverage on Cotton Root rot management
Start Date: Thursday, June 22, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 22, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Due to rain in Karaikal cotton crop is affected with root rot and to address the problem news paper coverage has been given.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

On campus training on ICM practices in Tissue culture banana
Start Date: Thursday, June 22, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 22, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Demonstration on Tissue culture banana cultivation is one of the Technology Demonstration components being implemented at NICRA village. As part of the program an on campus training on ICM practices in Tissue culture banana is conducted at KVK today. Distributed Tissue culture banana plants to the participants. Mr.S.Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator inaugurated the training. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) conducted the training.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Hands on training on Mushroom Cultivation
Start Date: Wednesday, June 21, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Scheduled cast woman were selected and trained with mushroom production to make them small entrepreneur in mushroom production and to double the income.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Method demonstration on pruning techniques
Start Date: Tuesday, June 20, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur, ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. As part of the training program, lecture was delivered on Canopy management in fruit crops . Imparted skill on pruning practice in mango plant to the trainees by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Method demonstration on bulb treatment in onion
Start Date: Tuesday, June 20, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : : KVK, Madur,ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. As part of the training program, lecture was delivered on ICM in onion by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. Imparted skill on bulb treatment with bio agentsto the participants through method demonstration
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field Visit to Cotton field
Start Date: Tuesday, June 20, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Thenoor village
Description : Field visit was conducted to FLD farmer field and advisory services given for the management of cotton root rot.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to Grafted brinjal plots under NICRA
Start Date: Monday, June 19, 2023
End Date: Monday, June 19, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : : Athipadugai village, ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : Technology demonstration on Grafted brinjal cultivation is being conducted at 24 farmers fields in 3 villages under NICRA project. Field visit was made by Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) and Ms.Pradeepa, SRF (NICRA) on 19.06.2023 and made observation on growth of the plants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Off campus training on ICM in Brinjal
Start Date: Monday, June 19, 2023
End Date: Monday, June 19, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : : Athipadugai village, ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : Technology demonstration on Grafted brinjal cultivation is being conducted at 24 farmers fields in 3 villages under NICRA project. As part of the program an off campus training on Integrated Crop Management in Brinjal was conducted on 19.06.23 at Athipadugai village which is one among the three villages. Method demonstration on application on Arka Vegetable special and yellow sticky trap installation were also conducted during the training programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Inauguration of 112th FOCARS-FILED EXPERINCE TRAINING (FET) for ARS probationers –ICAR NAARM, Hyderabad.
Start Date: Monday, May 29, 2023
End Date: Friday, June 16, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : The FOCARS is the most critical component of the capacity building framework being implemented by NAARM for ICAR. It is designed for the newly recruited entry-level scientists to the Agricultural Research Service of the ICAR. As part the above FET centre KVK, Karaikal has organized 19 days FET training as per the guidelines given competent authority and also selected FET adopted village viz,.Sethur-Panadaravadai near to KVK, Madur. SMS(Agrl.Extension) has acted as Nodal Officer.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

News Paper Coverage (Integrated Crop Management in Kuruvai Rice)
Start Date: Friday, June 16, 2023
End Date: Friday, June 16, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Integrated Crop Management in Kuruvai Rice - Scientists involved - PC & All SMS’s
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on IPDM in Coconut
Start Date: Thursday, June 15, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 15, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Lecture was delivered to Extension Functionaries on Major pest and diseases of Coconut and their integrated management practices
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on IPM in Rice
Start Date: Thursday, June 15, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 15, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Lecture was delivered to Farmers and farm on Major pest of Rice crop and their integrated management practices in the Seminar of Integrated Crop Management in Kuruvai Rice cultivation conducted at KVK.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Farmers seminar on Integrated Crop Management in Kuruvai Rice cultivation.
Start Date: Thursday, June 15, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 15, 2023

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Farmers seminar on Integrated Crop Management in Kuruvai Rice cultivation was conducted on 15.06.2023. Thiru. J. Kathiravan, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering, Mr. S. Jayasankar, Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal Inaugurated the programme. Technical address: 1)Advanced Cultivation Practices for Kuruvai Rice – Dr. R. Nageswari., Associate Professor, Dept. of Agronomy, TRRI, Aduthurai. 2)Mechanization in Rice Cultivation - Dr. S. Thirumeninathan, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Agronomy, PAJANCOA & RI, Karaikal. 3) Integrated Disease Management in Rice - Dr. S. Shree Devasena, Scientist (Plant Pathology) ICAR-DMAPR. 4) Integrated Pest Management in Rice – Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plant Protection), KVK, Karaikal. 5) Usage of Nano fertilizers in Rice cultivation - Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal. Followed by Farmer Scientist Interaction Vote of thanks : Dr. A. Senthil, SMS (Agrl. Extension), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on IPM in Rice
Start Date: Thursday, June 15, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 15, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Lecture was delivered to Farmers and farm on Major pest of Rice crop and their integrated management practices in the Seminar of Integrated Crop Management in Kuruvai Rice cultivation conducted at KVK.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Wednesday, June 14, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK campus
Description : As part of the training program, lecture was delivered on ICM practices in Oilseed crops viz., Sesame, Groundnut and Sunflower .
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on Sericulture
Start Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Demonstration Assistants was trained on Silk worm rearing.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Sericulture
Start Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Demonstration Assistants was trained on Silk worm rearing.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

The 112th FOCARS-FILED EXPERIENCE TRAINING (FET) for ARS probationers –ICAR NAARM, Hyderabad, at KVK, Karaikal –Participated Village Seminar
Start Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Sethur- Pandarvadai , Karaikal
Description : As part of the 19-day FET training as per the guidelines given to the competent authority. The ARS Probinatiores organized a village seminar on June 13, 2023, at Sethur-Panadaravadai and explained how they collected data through PRA tools. KVK, Madur.SMS(Agrl.Extension) has attended this seminar and discussed it with the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Field visit and advisory service
Start Date: Monday, June 12, 2023
End Date: Monday, June 12, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Agalankannu village,Thirunallar Tk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : Front Line Demonstration on “Demo on ridgegourd hybrid COH1 for its yield and income potential” is being conducted in 10 farmers field during ensuing season. One of the farmers Thiru.Sivaraman’s field was visited by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal today. The growth and yield parameters were recorded. Installation of IIHR fruit fly trap and cucur lure was demonstrated to the farmer.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News paper coverage on Rice leaf mite incidence and management
Start Date: Saturday, June 10, 2023
End Date: Saturday, June 10, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Due to hot climate in Karaikal rice crop is affected with Mite incidence and to address the problem news paper coverage has been given.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off campus training on IPDM in Sesame
Start Date: Friday, June 9, 2023
End Date: Friday, June 9, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Thenoor Village
Description : Make awareness on Major pest and diseases of sesame and its management options is disseminated to the farmers to increase the income
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Diagnostic visit to cotton field and given advisory services on para wilt management
Start Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Athipadugai Village
Description : Diagnostic visit on cotton was conducted in Athipadugai village. Noticed para wilt incidence and given advisory services for the management.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to brinjal (OFT)
Start Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Agalankannu Village
Description : Field visit to brinjal was conducted in Agalanganu village. Parameters on brinjal shoot and and fruit borer was recorded in OFT trail
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Training on post harvest processing & value addition of Fish and Health mix preparation for SHG's members under the ICAR -SCSP Component.
Start Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : KVK Karaikal organized a two-day hands-on training programme on post-harvest processing and value addition of fish and health mix preparation during June 7-8, 2023, for SHG’s members of Karaikal under the ICAR-SCSP component. On day one, hands-on trainings on preparation of coated fish products like cutlets, fish balls, , fingers, cured and dried products, packaging of value-added products, and waste utilization and on the second day, the importance of millets as a value-added product, preparation of the health mix, packing and marketing strategies, etc., were taught to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered on Mushroom Cultivation
Start Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Extension functionaries 5 Nos. were participated in the programme and learnt mushroom production technology
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field Visit to brinjal field and demo on Bt was conducted
Start Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Valathamangalam
Description : Field visit was conducted to OFT farmers field and data on pheromone trap catches and light trap catches were recorded and demo on Bt carried out
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Training on post harvest processing & value addition of Fish and Health mix preparation for SHG's members under the ICAR -SCSP Component-Press coverage
Start Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : KVK Karaikal organized a two-day hands-on training programme on post-harvest processing and value addition of fish and health mix preparation during June 7-8, 2023, for SHG’s members of Karaikal under the ICAR-SCSP component. On day one, hands-on trainings on preparation of coated fish products like cutlets, fish balls, , fingers, cured and dried products, packaging of value-added products, and waste utilization and on the second day, the importance of millets as a value-added product, preparation of the health mix, packing and marketing strategies, etc., were taught to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Diagnostic visit to Rice
Start Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Agalanganu village
Description : Diagnostic visit to Rice field was conducted in Agalanganu village. Noticed Rice leaf mite and given advisory services for management
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

News Paper Coverage (Celebration on World Environment Day - 2023)
Start Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Celebration on World Environment Day - 2023 - Scientists involved - PC & All SMS’s
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Celebration on World Environment Day - 2023- Special focus on Natural Farming organized by KVK.
Start Date: Monday, June 5, 2023
End Date: Monday, June 5, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Celebration on World Environment Day – 2023 was conducted during 05.06.2023. Thiru. J. Kathiravan, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering, Mr. S. Jayasankar, Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal Inaugurated the programme. Before starting the program, a tree sapling ceremony and a life pledge for environment was held at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Karaial campus. Technical address: 1) Challenges on Climate change and Opportunities – Afforestation - Dr. K. Valliappan, Professor and Head (Retired), Department of Environmental Science, TNAU, Coimbatore TNAU. 2) Organic farming and Natural farming - Dr. S. Mala, Ph.D., Professor, Dept. of Agronomy, PAJANCOA&RI, Karaikal. 3) Rainwater Harvesting and Efficient use (Catch the Rain) - Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal. • Coconut saplings and tree seedling were provided to all the participating farmers. • Also, the farmers visited the exhibition organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Karaikal
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Diagnostic visit to Rice field
Start Date: Monday, June 5, 2023
End Date: Monday, June 5, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pandaravadai Village
Description : On diagnostic visit to paddy field leaf mite infestation is observed and management related advisory services has been given.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Organized Agriculture Exhibition
Start Date: Monday, June 5, 2023
End Date: Monday, June 5, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Exhibition
Venue : KVK campus
Description : Celebration on World Environment Day – 2023 was conducted during 05.06.2023. In this event the farmers visited the exhibition organized by this Kendra. Exhibited the Agriculture Technologies viz., Micro irrigation, Biofertlizers and Organic inputs
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News coverage about the off campus training on Organic farming practices in vegetable crops cultivation.
Start Date: Sunday, June 4, 2023
End Date: Sunday, June 4, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : As part of Mission LiFE 2023 an off campus training on " Organic farming practices in vegetable crops cultivation" has been conducted. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Program Coordinator explained about Mission LiFE 2023. Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) taught about various organic inputs used in vegetable cultivation. Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plant Protection) taught about bio control agents and traps used in organic farming. Method demonstrations on Panchagavya application and Pheromone trap installation were also conducted. Distributed Panchagavya to all participants. The news was published in local dailies on 3rd and 4th June 2023.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit and advisory service
Start Date: Saturday, June 3, 2023
End Date: Saturday, June 3, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Agalankannu village,Thirunallar Tk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : Front Line Demonstration on “Demo on ridgegourd hybrid COH1 for its yield and income potential” is being conducted in 10 farmers field during ensuing season. One of the farmersthiruMahali’s field was visited by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal today. The growth and yield parameters were recorded. Installation of IIHR fruit fly trap and cucur lure was demonstrated to the farmer.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit and advisory service to vegetable
Start Date: Saturday, June 3, 2023
End Date: Saturday, June 3, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Agalankannu village,Thirunallar Tk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : As part of Mission LiFE 2023; Field visit was made to Vegetable field. Advised the farmer to use organic inputs in vegetable cultivation and sensitized him about insect traps. Installation of Yellow sticky trap in bhendi also demonstrated by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Off campus training on Organic farming practices in vegetable crops cultivation.
Start Date: Friday, June 2, 2023
End Date: Friday, June 2, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Agalankannu village, ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : As part of Mission LiFE 2023 an off campus training on " Organic farming practices in vegetable crops cultivation" has been conducted. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Program Coordinator explained about Mission LiFE 2023. Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) taught about various organic inputs used in vegetable cultivation. Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plant Protection) taught about bio control agents and traps used in organic farming. Method demonstrations on Panchagavya application and Pheromone trap installation were also conducted. Distributed Panchagavya to all participants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on IPDM in Brinjal
Start Date: Friday, June 2, 2023
End Date: Friday, June 2, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : IPDM in brinjal lecture delivered and demonstration on Pheromone trap was conducted
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Radio talk (Phone in programme Improved practices in Turmeric cultivation)
Start Date: Thursday, June 1, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 1, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal
Description : Phone in program on "Improved practices in Turmeric cultivation" was broadcasted as live interaction between farmers and J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) of KVK, Karaikal from 7.30 to 8.00 pm. Farmers from in and around Karaikal district have participated and got clarified their doubts on Turmeric cultivation. Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) of KVK, Karaikal has participated in the Phone in programme on "Improved practices in Turmeric cultivation" at All India Radio, Karaikal. Various crop management practices viz., improved varieties in turmeric, nutrient management yield enhancement techniques, pest and disease management practices. The programme was broadcasted as live interaction from 7.30 to 8.00 pm. Farmers from in and around Karaikal district have participated and got clarified their doubts on Turmeric cultivation.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

112th FOCARS-FILED EXPERINCE TRAINING(FET) for ARS probationers –ICAR NAARM, Hyderabad.-PRESS COVERAGE
Start Date: Thursday, June 1, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 1, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : 112th FOCARS-FILED EXPERINCE TRAINING(FET) for ARS probationers –ICAR NAARM, Hyderabad.-PRESS COVERAGE-Press coverage
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Training on Climate resilient SMART Dairy Farming”
Start Date: Thursday, June 1, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 1, 2023

Event Category : World Milk Day
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : As a part of Celebration of World Milk Day, training on Climate resilient SMART Dairy farming was organized by this Kendra on 01.06.2023 at KVK Campus. The Programme Coordinator of this Kendra has inaugurated the training programme and delivered the inaugural address. Dr. V. Sezhian, Dean, Raiiv Gandhi Institute of Veterinary Education and Research has delivered n SMART dairy farming to combat the erratic climate changes. Dr. M. Gopinath, Joint Animal Husbandry has narrated about the importance of world milk day celebration. Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary) explained about the importace of clean milk production.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

112th FOCARS-FILED EXPERINCE TRAINING(FET) for 6 No’s of ARS probationers –ICAR NAARM, Hyderabad.
Start Date: Tuesday, May 30, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Sethur ,Pandaravadai
Description : The FOCARS is the most critical component of the capacity building framework being implemented by NAARM for ICAR. It is designed for the newly recruited entry-level scientists to the Agricultural Research Service of the ICAR. As part the above FET centre KVK,Karaikal has organized 19 days FET training as per the guidelines given competent authority.SMS (Agrl. Extension) has participated and narrated about the training programme and discussion about PRA activities for farmers, farm women and rural youth along with ARS probationaries.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Tuesday, May 2, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Lecture delivered to Agriculture department field workers
Start Date: Tuesday, May 30, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : A refresher course to 5 nos of agriculture department field workers for their career promotion has been conducted by this Kendra for a period of three month. As a part of curriculum lecture on Azolla ad hydrophonic fodder cultivation as well as silage making methods was taken by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS, Veterinary on 30.05.2023. A method demonstration on its cultivation aspects were also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Mission LiFE – Training Rainwater Harvesting and Efficient use (Catch the Rain)
Start Date: Monday, May 29, 2023
End Date: Monday, May 29, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Office of ADA, KARAIKAL
Description : Lecture delivered on Rainwater Harvesting and Efficient use (Catch the Rain) to the farmers in the Awareness programme on Life Style for Environment.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

112th FOCARS-FIELD EXPERIENCE TRAINING(FET) for ARS probationers –ICAR NAARM, Hyderabad.
Start Date: Monday, May 29, 2023
End Date: Monday, May 29, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : The FOCARS is the most critical component of the capacity building framework being implemented by NAARM for ICAR. It is designed for the newly recruited entry-level scientists to the Agricultural Research Service of the ICAR. As part the above FET centre KVK,Karaikal has organized 19 days FET training as per the guidelines given competent authority .SMS (Agrl. Extension) has narrated a brief introduction to KVK and their activities for ARS probationaries.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Newspaper coverage on Cotton Mealybug Management
Start Date: Sunday, May 28, 2023
End Date: Sunday, May 28, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Symptom and management of mealybug news was desiminated in Newspaper
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Webinar on Climate Smart Agriculture and Soil Health Management
Start Date: Saturday, May 27, 2023
End Date: Saturday, May 27, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Online-KVK campus
Description : Lecture delivered on Climate Smart Agriculture and Soil Health Management for sustainable agriculture to the farmers in the Awareness programme on Life Style for Environment to the farmers
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered (Mission LiFE)
Start Date: Friday, May 26, 2023
End Date: Friday, May 26, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Office of ADA, KARAIKAL
Description : Lecture delivered on Climate smart soil management, Irrigation technologies and pest management for sustainable agriculture to the farmers in the Awareness programme on Life Style for Environment organized by Agriculture Department, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Diagnostic field visit to brinjal field
Start Date: Thursday, May 25, 2023
End Date: Thursday, May 25, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Athipadugai
Description : Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) has made a Diagnostic visit to a brinjal fieldat Atghipadugai village of Thirunallartaluk, Karaikal district. Root rot incidence were noticed in few plants. Recommended to practice soil drenching with copper oxy chloride @2.5g/lit.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Advisory services to Fish farmers
Start Date: Thursday, May 25, 2023
End Date: Thursday, May 25, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Thirunallar
Description : During the field visit at Thirunallar farmer pond. he is doing the Monoculture of Murrel in 0.10 Acre fish pond at the time of advisory given to farmer for feed management in murrel culture.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Diagnostic visit to cotton field and given advisory services
Start Date: Thursday, May 25, 2023
End Date: Thursday, May 25, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Diagnostic visit to cotton field was conducted in Ambagarathur village. Cotton mealybug infestation noticed and advisory services has been given for the management.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off campus training on INM in Brinjal
Start Date: Thursday, May 25, 2023
End Date: Thursday, May 25, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Pettai village, ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : Technology demonstration on Grafted brinjal cultivation is being conducted at 24 farmers fields in 3 villages under NICRA project.As part of the program an off campus training on Integrated Nutrient Management in Brinjal was conducted on 25.5.23 at pettai village which is one among the three villages. Method demonstration on application on Arka Vegetable special was also conducted during the training programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Biological control of crop pest and identification of Natural enemies
Start Date: Thursday, May 25, 2023
End Date: Thursday, May 25, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Lecture delivered on Biological control of crop pest and identification of Parasitoid and predator is disseminated to extension functionaries.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Waste decomposer
Start Date: Wednesday, May 24, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK, Madur,ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. As part of the training program, Hands on training on Preparation of Waste Decomposer was conducted today byJ.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Diagnostic visit to Cotton field
Start Date: Wednesday, May 24, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettaipalur village
Description : Shedding of flower and square in cotton crop. Recommendation given: Foillar application of TNAU Cotton Plus @ 2.5 kgs per acre at Flowering and boll formation
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

In service refresher training to the Demonstration Assistants of Dept.of Agrl. & Farmers Welfare, Karaikal.
Start Date: Wednesday, May 24, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK campus
Description : As part of the training program, training on Integrated Weed Management in Rice crop was conducted today.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On Campus Hands on training on Mushroom Production
Start Date: Tuesday, May 23, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Oyster and milky mushroom production technologies was disseminated to the trainees and demo on bed preparation was carried out.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to FLD on Sunflower hybrid CoH3
Start Date: Tuesday, May 23, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Andoor Village, Nedungadu commune
Description : . Conducted group meeting with the FLD farmers and other farmers 2. After visiting the FLD field it is learnt that 25 more days are needed for the Sunflower head to be matured. FLD details: Sunflower seed (CoH3) -2 Kgs, Azophos, Trichoderma viridi and TNAU MN mixture.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News Paper Coverage (OFT- Training on ICM in Rice)
Start Date: Friday, May 19, 2023
End Date: Friday, May 19, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pandaravadai village
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Training on ICM in Rice. - Scientists involved - PC & All SMS’s
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Diagnostic field visit to Brinjal and Bhendi fields
Start Date: Friday, May 19, 2023
End Date: Friday, May 19, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Valathamangalam
Description : Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) has made a Diagnostic visit to the Brinjaland Bhendifield at Valathamangalamvillage of Thirunallartaluk, Karaikal district. Problems diagnosed: Hopper burn symptoms in both crops. Incidence of Jassids were above ETL (>3/leaf). Recommendations given: To pluck all tender and matured fruits. To spray Spinosad 45SC @0.5ml/lit.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Friday, May 19, 2023
End Date: Friday, May 19, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Thalatheru, Karaikal
Description : Lecture delivered on Post harvest technology in Sesame to the farmers
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on IPDM in Rice
Start Date: Friday, May 19, 2023
End Date: Friday, May 19, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Major pest and diseases their symptoms and management were discussed and 5 Extension functionaries were participated in the programme
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

News Paper Coverage (Field Day – CFLD Oilseed)
Start Date: Thursday, May 18, 2023
End Date: Thursday, May 18, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Field day programme CFLD Oilseed. - Scientists involved - PC & All SMS’s
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Training on Integrated Crop Management in Rice to the OFT farmers.
Start Date: Thursday, May 18, 2023
End Date: Thursday, May 18, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK campus
Description : Training on Rice varieties, fertilizer use, fertilization method, preparation of enriched manure, bio-fertilizer, and weed management to the farmers. In this exercise, 5 farmers were provided with Co 55 and RNR 15048 rice varieties and other bio inputs under the OFT programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field day programme for CFLD (Oilseed) Sesame crop
Start Date: Wednesday, May 17, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Kotucherry village
Description : 1. Conducted field day programme for CFLD on Sesame . 2. The Sesame variety TMV 7 released by TNAU has been demonstrated. The special futures are; Duration: 85-90 days , Tolerant to root rot disease, Lustrous brown teast and suitable for value addition, average yield 300-350 kg/ac. 3. The farmers practice is cultivation of TMV 4 variety of Seame. Problems faced by farmers were; poor ermination, high pest and disease incidence and low yield. 4. CFLD implementation details: The CFLD (Oilseed) was laid out after conducting training on Intergrated Crop Management in Sesame on 17.02.2023, distributed Sesame variety TMV 7 seeds @ 2 kgs, Azophos and Trichoderma viridi, TNAU Micro Nutrient Mixture@ 5 kg, Zinc solubilizing Bacteria and Profenophos. 5. Follow-up field visits made on:  23.02.2023 – Sowing of seeds taken by the farmers.  07.03.2023 – Field visit was made  on 85th days Primary data collected (7-8 branches; 136 pods per plant).
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Diagnostic field visit to Brinjal field
Start Date: Wednesday, May 17, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Athipadugai
Description : Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) has made a Diagnostic visit to the Brinjal field at Athipadugai village of Thirunallartaluk, Karaikal district. Diagnosed that few plants were infested by Bacterial wilt caused by Ralstoniasolanacearum. Advised to drench root zone with streptocycline @3g in 10 litres water, along with 25 g COC.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Types of pesticides, poisoning effect first aid, equipment and safety measures
Start Date: Tuesday, May 16, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Training was imparted to the demonstration assistant of department of agriculture and farmers welfare of Karaikal district.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on ICM in Chilli and Okra
Start Date: Tuesday, May 16, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK, Madur,ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. As part of the training a Lecture was delivered on Integrated Crop Management practices in Chilli and Okra. Improved varieties, INM, IPM were taught to the trainees byJ.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Diagnostic field visit to Bhendi field
Start Date: Monday, May 15, 2023
End Date: Monday, May 15, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai
Description : Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) has made a Diagnostic visit to the Bhendifield at Pettaivillage of Thirunallartaluk, Karaikal district. Incidence of Jassids was noticed in the field. Recommended to spray Neem Seed Kernal Extract 5%.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Radio talk on IPDM in Cotton
Start Date: Thursday, May 11, 2023
End Date: Thursday, May 11, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal
Description : Farmers doubts were clarified in the AIR programme
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Organic input preparation
Start Date: Thursday, May 11, 2023
End Date: Thursday, May 11, 2023

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK, Madur,ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. As part of the training program, delivered lecture on 'Organic input preparation'. Hands on training on Panchagavyapreparation was also conducted to the trainees byJ.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit to CFLD on “Integrated Crop Management in Sesame crop”
Start Date: Tuesday, May 9, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kottucherry
Description : CFLD on “Integrated Crop Management in Sesame crop” is being conducted at 50 farmers' fields. The fields were visited to record the yield parameters. The crop will attain harvesting stage in another 5 days.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on ICM in Acidlime
Start Date: Monday, May 8, 2023
End Date: Monday, May 8, 2023

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. As part of the training a Lecture was delivered on Integrated Crop Management practices in Acidlime. Improved varieties, Propagation techniques, Training and Pruning, INM, IPM were taught to the trainees byJ.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on ICM in brinjal
Start Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023
End Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK,Madur, ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. As part of the training a Lecture was delivered on Integrated Crop Management practices in Brinjal. Improved varieties, INM, IPM were taught to the trainees byJ.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Important Government(Central & UT of Puducherry) schemes for Agriculture to the Demonstration Assistant of Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal
Start Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023
End Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal organized the On campus In-Service training programme to the Demonstration Assistant of Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare As part of the Programme SMS(Agrl.Extension) has lecture delivered on Important Government(Central & UT of Puducherry) schemes for Agriculture sectors.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Off Campus training on IPDM in Cotton
Start Date: Wednesday, May 3, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, May 3, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Major pest and diseases their symptoms and management were discussed and demo on yellow sticky trap, light trap and pheromone trap was conducted and 18 farmers and farm womens were participated in the training
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit and advisory services
Start Date: Wednesday, May 3, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, May 3, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Athipadugai village
Description : Field visit is conducted and observed collar rot disease and advisory services was given for the management of collar rot.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on IPM in Cotton
Start Date: Tuesday, May 2, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Major pest their symptoms and management were discussed and demo on yellow sticky trap, light trap and pheromone trap was conducted and 5 Extension functionaries were participated in the programme
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Monday, April 3, 2023
End Date: Friday, April 28, 2023

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Field visit to vermicompost production unit.
Start Date: Thursday, April 27, 2023
End Date: Thursday, April 27, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai
Description : As follow-up action the status of vermicompost production by utilizing the above distributed material was viewed and the improvement masseurs were also suggested accordingly
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Diagnostic field visit
Start Date: Thursday, April 27, 2023
End Date: Thursday, April 27, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai
Description : Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) has made a Diagnostic visit to the Jasmine field at Pettai village of Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal district. Micronutrient deficiency and budworm incidence were noticed. Recommended to apply micronutrient mixture @5g/lit followed by Spinosad @0.5 ml/lit.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demo on Azadiractin in Brinjal
Start Date: Thursday, April 27, 2023
End Date: Thursday, April 27, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Valathamangalam
Description : Demonstration on foliar spray of Azadiractin in Brinjal is conducted for management of shoot and fruit borer at initial stage.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to Grafted brinjal plots under NICRA
Start Date: Thursday, April 27, 2023
End Date: Thursday, April 27, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : : Pettai village, ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : Technology demonstration on Grafted brinjal cultivation is being conducted at 24 farmers fields in 3 villages under NICRA project. Field visit was made by Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) and Dr.V.Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy) on 26.04.2023 and made observation on growth of the plants. Advised the participants for foliar spraying of Azadirachtin to prevent the incidence of sucking pests. Also suggested to remove the shoots arises from root stock i.e. Solanumtorvum.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Diagnostic field visit
Start Date: Thursday, April 27, 2023
End Date: Thursday, April 27, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai
Description : Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) has made a Diagnostic visit to the Jasmine field at Pettai village of Thirunallartaluk, Karaikal district. Micronutrient deficiency was noticed in chilli and recommended for foliar spraying ofvegetable special @5g/lit . In tomato late blight was noticed and recommended to spray Azoxystrobin23%SC @2ml/lit after harvesting the matured fruits.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit to Cotton field
Start Date: Thursday, April 27, 2023
End Date: Thursday, April 27, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Valathamangalam
Description : Field visit is conducted and observed and noticed boll worm infestation and advisory services was given for spraying of flubendiamide for the management of boll worm.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Diagnostic field visit
Start Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai
Description : Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) has made a Diagnostic visit to the Brinjal field at Pettai village of Thirunallartaluk, Karaikal district. Diagnosed that few plants were infested by Bacterial wilt caused by Ralstoniasolanacearum. Advised to drench root zone with streptocycline @3g in 10 litres water, along with 25 g COC.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lectured delivered to Agriculture College student
Start Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : PAJANCOA Agriculture college students, Sorakudy have visited to know about the various activities being carried at KVK. dairy and Poultry unit of this Kendra being maintained under Veterinary Discipline and also about Integrated farming system
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Field visit to Grafted brinjal plots under NICRA
Start Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai village, ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : Technology demonstration on Grafted brinjal cultivation is being conducted at 24 farmers fields in 3 villages under NICRA project. Field visit was made by Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) and Dr.V.Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy) on 26.04.2023 and made observation on growth of the plants. Advised the participantsfor foliar spraying of Azadirachtin to prevent the incidence of sucking pests. Also suggested to remove the shoots arises from root stock i.e. Solanumtorvum.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit to brinjal field
Start Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Agalankannu village
Description : Field monitoring is done and advisory services is given on shoot and fruit borer management in brinjal
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to Tissue culture banana plots under NICRA
Start Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai village
Description : Technology demonstration on Tissue culture banana cultivation is being conducted at 24 farmers fields in 3 villages under NICRA project. Field visit was made by Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) and Dr.V.Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy) on 26.04.2023 and made observation on growth of the plants. Advised the farmer to apply well decomposed farm yard manure for better establishment of the crop.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Students visit to KVK
Start Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Students studying final year B.Sc. (Ag) at PAJANCOA &RI have undergone an exposure visit to KVK to acquire knowledge on Integrated Farming System. They were taught about integration of various components in wetland farming system and effective utilization of crop and animal waste. Mr.J.KathiravanSMS(Horticulture) and Dr.B.Gobu, SMS (Veterinary) have explained about the IFS technologies.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lectures delivered on INM in Rice fallow Cotton
Start Date: Tuesday, April 25, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, April 25, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Sembiyangal, Nedungadu
Description : As a part of farmers filed school lectures on Integrated Nutrients Management was delivered to cotton growing farmers and also explained about the Foliar application of TNAU Cotton plus.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on IPM in Cotton
Start Date: Tuesday, April 25, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, April 25, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Sembiyangal , Nedungadu
Description : Lecture delivered is conducted on major pest of cotton, symptoms, and pest management methodologies in cotton
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Post event news for on campus training on IPDM in Brinjal
Start Date: Friday, April 21, 2023
End Date: Friday, April 21, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Post event news on training on pest and disease management in brinjal is given and published in news papers
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

On Campus training on IPDM in Brinjal
Start Date: Thursday, April 20, 2023
End Date: Thursday, April 20, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Major pest and diseases their symptoms and management were discussed and demo on yellow sticky trap, light trap and pheromone trap was conducted and 19 farmers and farm womens were participated in the training
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

News Paper Coverage (Field Day – CFLD Pulses)
Start Date: Wednesday, April 19, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, April 19, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pandaravadai village
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Field day programme CFLD Pulses. - Scientists involved - PC & All SMS’s
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Kisanvani Programme – Radio Talk on INM in Rice fallow cotton.
Start Date: Wednesday, April 19, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, April 19, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR Karaikal
Description : Radio Talk on “Integrated Nutrient Management in Rice fallow Cotton” in AIR-FM, Karaikal (Recorded) to the benefit of Farmers & Farm Women.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field day programme for CFLD (Pulses) Black gram and Green gram
Start Date: Tuesday, April 18, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Pandaravadai village
Description : Conducted field day programme for CFLD on Green gram & Black gram by orienting the new technologies. The farmers practice is cultivation of local varieties of Pulses. Problems faced by farmers viz., low germination, high pest and disease incidence and low yield. CFLD implementation details: The CFLD (Pulses) was laid out after training about the Intergrated Crop Management in Pulses to farmers on 02.02.2023, distributed Blackgram variety VBN 8 and Green gram variety WGG 42 seeds, Seed treatment with Rhizophos, Foliar application of TNAU Pulse Wonder 2 kg per ac at peak flowering stage, Yellow Sticky Trap and Chlorantraniliprole spray for control of pest. Follow-up field visits made on:  03.02.2023 – Sowing of seeds taken by the farmers.  07.03.2023 - Demonstrated TNAU Pulse wonder spray 2 Kg per acre at peak flowering stage to overcome Micro nutrient deficiency, reduce flower dropping; on the same day demonstrate Yellow Sticky Trap @ 5 Nos per acre.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit to CFLD on INM in Blackgram and Green gram.
Start Date: Tuesday, April 18, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kottucherry and Pandaravadai village
Description : After visiting the CFLD field it is learnt that 10 more days are needed for the pulse pod to be matured.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit to Cotton field
Start Date: Tuesday, April 18, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Nallelundhur
Description : Field visit is conducted and observed and noticed aphid infestation and advisory services was given for spraying of azadiractin for the management of aphids.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Meeting/Workshop attended
Start Date: Monday, April 17, 2023
End Date: Monday, April 17, 2023

Event Category : Workshop
Venue : Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture & Research Institute, Serumavilangai, Karaikal.
Description : In commemoration of International year of millets the PAJANCOA&RI organised an one day workshop on “Perspective role of millet production strategies to augment the sustainability and to mitigate climate change for better livelihood of farming community” on 17.04.2023. Millet production strategies to mitigate climate change and sustainability were deliberated in the workshop by involving Scientists from IIMR, TNAU and IIFPT.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit to FLD Groundnut variety Kadiri Lepakshi - 1812.
Start Date: Monday, April 17, 2023
End Date: Monday, April 17, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Naduthiru, Neravy
Description : Visiting the field at harvest and yield was measured.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Attended the Workshop on Perceptive role of millet production strategies to augment the sustainability and to mitigate climate change for better livelihood of farming community
Start Date: Monday, April 17, 2023
End Date: Monday, April 17, 2023

Event Category : Workshop
Venue : PAJANCOA&RI, Serumavilangai
Description : In commemoration of International year of millets had conducted one day workshop on In commemoration of International year of millets at PAJANCOA&RI, Serumavilanagai ,Karaikal . In this workshop various resource persons /entrepreneurs were delivered the lectures viz..Millet production strategic mitigate climate change and sustainability for extension functionaries and SMS(s) of Department of Agrl& Farmers welfare, Puducherry and Karaikal respectively
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Field visit to FLD on ICM in Sunflower.
Start Date: Monday, April 17, 2023
End Date: Monday, April 17, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Nedungadu Village
Description : Discussion was conducted about Nutrient management in Sunflower
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Diagnostic field visit
Start Date: Monday, April 10, 2023
End Date: Monday, April 10, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Vizhidiyur
Description : Diagnostic visit to the Fish Pond at Vizhidiyur village of Karaikal district. Diagnosed that High Algal bloom appearing in fish pond. Advise to apply Calcium carbonate 20 Kgs to the fish pond.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Field Visit to farmers field
Start Date: Wednesday, April 5, 2023
End Date: Thursday, April 6, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Nallambal, Pettai, T.R.Pattinam
Description : KVK scientist team has visited the Backyard poultry unit under cage system (8+2 birds) being distributed to the SC women of Karaikal district under SCCP component of ICAR to observe its status and progress made. Among 20 beneficiaries majority of the unit started laying eggs.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

IFS – FLD Field Visit to farmers field
Start Date: Wednesday, April 5, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Nallathur, Andoor, Saravanaerrupu, Athipadugai, Nallezhendur
Description : KVK scientist team has visited the 4+1 goat unit being distributed to the IFS farmers of Karaikal district under ICAR grant to observe its status and progress made. All the 5 beneficiaries’ fields were visited and the goats are in breeding stage.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Field visit to OFT on Assessment of Green gram Varieties WGG 42 and VBN 4 for higher yield and productivity in Karaikal District.
Start Date: Tuesday, April 4, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kottucherry
Description : OFT on “Assessment of Green gram Varieties WGG 42 and VBN 4 for higher yield and productivity in Karaikal District” is being conducted at 5 farmers fields. The fields are visited to record the yield parameters. The crop will attain harvesting stage in another 10 days.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm and livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Wednesday, March 1, 2023
End Date: Friday, March 31, 2023

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Field visit to FLD on INM in Blackgram
Start Date: Tuesday, March 28, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kottucherry , Karaikal
Description : 1. Conducted group meeting with the FLD farmers and other farmers 2. The farmers around Kottucherry village were sensitised about the Blackgram variety VBN 11. 3. After visiting the FLD field it is learnt that 20 more days are needed for the Blackgram pod to be matured. FLD details: Blackgram variety VBN 11 seed, Seed treatment with Rhizophos, Foliar application of TNAU Pulse Wonder 2 kg per ac at peak flowering stage and Yellow Sticky Trap .
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit to CFLD Pulses on INM in Rice fallow Blackgram and Green gram crops.
Start Date: Tuesday, March 28, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kumarakudi, Karaikal
Description : Advisories given for sucking pest management in Rice fallow Pulses and application of TNAU Pulse Wonder.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Kisanvani Programme Advisory Committee Meeting
Start Date: Tuesday, March 28, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR Karaikal
Description : Action plan for Kisanvani Programme (2023-24) was discussed in the meeting
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demo on Azadiractin for management of sucking pest in Cotton
Start Date: Monday, March 27, 2023
End Date: Monday, March 27, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Demonstration on Azadiractin was conducted for the management of sucking pest in cotton.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Skill training on Value addition in Coconut Day-4
Start Date: Friday, March 24, 2023
End Date: Friday, March 24, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : As part of Entrepreneurship Development Program; Skill training on Value addition in coconut is being conducted at KVK. Duration of the training is 4 days. In final day, Hands on training on preparation of savories viz., Murukku and Ribbon pakoda by usi g coconut milk is conducted. The participants also sensitised about Food additives. Assistant professor (Home Science) from Govt. College and achef having specialisation in Home science acted as resource persons. Training was conducted by Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. About 20 women from Nedungadu and Thirunallar commune were participated
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Animal Health Camp
Start Date: Thursday, March 23, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 23, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Varchikudy Village
Description : Animal health camp was organized by this KVK at Varchikudy village under the sponsorship of ICAR-NIVEDI and in collaboration with line department in order to uplift the socio economy status of Scheduled caste livestock farmers under the DAPSC scheme by treating their animal disease like infertility, nutritional deficiency, worm and external parasite infestation etc. More than 100 cows and 25 other livestock were brought to the camp and got treated..
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Skill training on Value addition in Coconut Day-3
Start Date: Thursday, March 23, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 23, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : As part of Entrepreneurship Development Program; Skill training on Value addition in coconut is being conducted at KVK. Duration of the training is 4 days. In third day, Hands on training on preparation of Virgin coconut oil and Coconut chips is conducted. The trainees were hands on trained and demonstrated about the preparation of Coconut Mysore pak and Coconut burfi.A chef having specialisation in Home science acted as resource person.Training was conducted by Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. About 20 women from Nedungadu and Thirunallar commune were participated.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Skill training on Value addition in Coconut Day-2
Start Date: Wednesday, March 22, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : As part of Entrepreneurship Development Program; Skill training on Value addition in coconut is being conducted at KVK. Duration of the training is 4 days. In second day, Hands on training on preparation of Instant Coconut Chutney Mix and Coconut Kamarkat is conducted. The trainees were hands on trained and demonstrated about the preparation of Coconut Mysore pak and Coconut burfi.A chef having specialisation in Home science acted as resource person.Training was conducted by Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. About 20 women from Nedungadu and Thirunallar commune were participated
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demonstration on Soil application of Trichoderma asperillum in Cotton
Start Date: Tuesday, March 21, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, March 21, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Ambagarathur village
Description : Demonstration on Basal application of Trichoderma asperillum in Cotton was carried out in farmers field
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Skill training on Value addition in Coconut Day-1
Start Date: Tuesday, March 21, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, March 21, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : As part of Entrepreneurship Development Program; Skill training on Value addition in coconut is being conducted at KVK. Duration of the training is 4 days. The programme was inaugurated by S.Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator. In first day, Hands on training on preparation of sweets by using coconut is conducted. The trainees were hands on trained and demonstrated about the preparation of Coconut Mysore pak and Coconut burfi.A chef having specialisation in Home science acted as resource person.Training was conducted by Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. About 20 women from Nedungadu and Thirunallar commune were participated.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field Day on Rice
Start Date: Tuesday, March 21, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, March 21, 2023

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Ambagarathur village
Description : The technology adopted was discussed to the participants of field day programme
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to FLD on INM in Groundnut
Start Date: Tuesday, March 21, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, March 21, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Naduthiru, Neravy
Description : 1. Conducted group meeting with the FLD farmers and other farmers 2. The farmers around Neravy village were sensitized about the Groundnut variety Kadiri Lepakshi – 1812. 3. After visiting the FLD field it is learnt that 10 more days are needed for the Groundnut pod to be matured. FLD details: Groundnut variety Kadiri Lepakshi – 1812 seed, Seed treatment with Bacillus subtilis, Foliar application of TNAU Groundnut Rich 2 kg per ac at peak flowering and Pod Development stage.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

FLD-2022-2023-Demonstration of Nutri garden in school-enriched vegetable seed packets distribution
Start Date: Monday, March 20, 2023
End Date: Monday, March 20, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Govt. Primary school, Kannapoor &Govt. Girls Hsc. School, Thirunallar
Description : Enriched Vegetable seed packets (60 Nos) each 30 nos were distribution to the selected two schools viz., Govt. Primary school ,Kannapoor & Govt, Girls Hsc. School, Thirunallar under Demonstration of Nutrigarden in school and also explained about importance of nutrigarden to the school students .
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

News Paper Coverage (Live web casting of Honble Prime Minister's address on the occasion of International Millets Conference)
Start Date: Sunday, March 19, 2023
End Date: Sunday, March 19, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Live web casting of Honble Prime Minister's address on the occasion of International Millets Conference - Scientists involved - PC & All SMS’s
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Live web casting of Honble Prime Minister's address on the occasion of International Millets Conference
Start Date: Saturday, March 18, 2023
End Date: Saturday, March 18, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK , Karaikal
Description : Organised training programme on Promotion of cultivation of millets and webcasted Hon’ble PM live inaugural address for farmers on promotion of millets.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Off campus training on ICM in gourds
Start Date: Saturday, March 18, 2023
End Date: Saturday, March 18, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Pettai village of Thirunalla rtaluk
Description : An off campus training on Integrated Crop management practices was conducted at Pettai village of Thirunallartaluk on 18.3.2023. About 24 farmers and farmwomen had attended the training program.Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) has conducted the training.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

On campus training on Farm waste recycling
Start Date: Friday, March 17, 2023
End Date: Friday, March 17, 2023

Event Category : School Dropouts Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : As part of awareness campaign on Swach Bharat Abiyan 2022-23 an On campus training on Farm waste recycling has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 17.03.2023. Method demonstration on coir pith composting by using Arka decomposer and Oyster mushroom spawn was conducted. About 18 youth had attended the training program.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

off campus Training Programme on Animal Waste Management under Swactha Activity
Start Date: Thursday, March 16, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 16, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Kottucherry Village
Description : As part of Swachta programme, an off campus training programme was organized by the KVK at Kottucherry village on animal waste management. Importance of Gobardhan programme of swachta bharat mission was highlighted and various methods of animal waste management was explained to the farmers. A farmer Rajarajan, Kottucherry Village has demonstrated to the farmers whom developed his own model for bio gas production and utilizing methane gas for cooking and the waste slurry is converted into a compost
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Conducted of Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) Programme- Action plan 2023-24
Start Date: Thursday, March 16, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 16, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Varichukudi Village, Kottucherry commune
Description : Conducted PRA by drawing village resource map and matrix ranking of problems faced by farmers in agriculture & livestock Problems identified: 1.Pest incidence in cotton 2.Shattering of grains of traditional variety especially Mappilai samba in machine harvesting. 3. Poor yield in traditional Paddy varieties 4. Lack of awareness about mushroom production technology 5. Training needs for income generation employment
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Radio talk
Start Date: Thursday, March 16, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 16, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : All India Radio, Karaikal
Description : Lives Phone in programme was attended by the SMS Veterinary at AIIR, Karaikal to clarify the queries of the poultry farmers in and around the Karaikal district regarding poultry disease management and its preventive measures
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Awareness programme on sanitation ,cleanliness and pledge taken among the farm women under Swachha Bharath Abiyan
Start Date: Tuesday, March 14, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Andoor & Varicukudy Villages, Nedungadu & Kottucherry commune
Description : Awareness programme on sanitation ,cleanliness and pledge taken among the farm women under Swachha Bharath Abiyan on 14&,15.03.2023 at Andoor, Varichukudy villages of Nedungadu & Kottucherry commune respectively
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Conducted of Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) Programme- Action plan 2023-24
Start Date: Wednesday, March 15, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Andoor Village, Nedungadu commune
Description : Conducted Participatory Rural Appraisal involving farmers and farm women by drawing village resource map, Timeline & social Map and using other PRA techniques explained about village resources, cropping pattern, social living in the village.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

FLD-2022-2023-Demonstration of Fodder Sorghum –COFS31-Seed distribution
Start Date: Tuesday, March 14, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, March 14, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Vadakattalai village
Description : Seed distribution to the selected beneficiaries of Vadakattalai Andoor & Uzupoor villages under FLD-2022-23-Demonstration of Fodder Sorghum –COFS31 at Vadakattalai village, Nedungadu commune
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Diagnostic field visit
Start Date: Monday, March 13, 2023
End Date: Monday, March 13, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Keezha Nedungadu
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to the Marigold field at KeezhaNedungadu village of Karaikal district. The crop was infested by Alternaria leaf spot. Observed that more than 50% of the population got affected. Heavy weed menace also seen. Recommended to remove the weeds and to spray Carbendazim+Mancozeb fungicide combination @2g/lit. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) has made the diagnostic visit.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Off campus Training on Recycling of Crop residues through Swachhta Pakhwada ( Non Adopted village)
Start Date: Saturday, March 11, 2023
End Date: Saturday, March 11, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Konnakavali , Karaikal
Description : Off campus training on Recycling of Crop residues has been conducted at Konnakavali villages. Demonstrated on Crop residue management through PUSA Capsule and Waste Decomposer.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree – 6th day
Start Date: Saturday, March 11, 2023
End Date: Saturday, March 11, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board, Regional office-Chennai are jointly organizing the Skill training on Friends of coconut tree from 06.03.2023 to 11.03.2023. In the sixth day of Skill training on Friends of coconut tree programme Session on Savings management was conducted by Mr.Sargunam Development officer, LIC, Karaikal. Coconut Olympic was conducted for the trainees. All the participants were participated in the competition. Among them three trainees who climbed the tree in a shorter duration were selected and distributed with cash prize. Dr.B.Gobu SMS(Veterinary) distributed the climbers to the participants. All the participants were provided with Coconut climber and certificate. About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme.Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal coordinated the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Hands on training on Mushroom Cultivation
Start Date: Friday, March 10, 2023
End Date: Friday, March 10, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Final year BSc (Agri) students under the internship RAWE programme attended the lecture delivered on Mushroom cultivation on 10.03.2023.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

News Paper Coverage (Vermicompost Production Technology)
Start Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023
End Date: Friday, March 10, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Vermicompost Production Technology - Scientists involved - PC & All SMS’s
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Agriculture Students Visited to KVK
Start Date: Wednesday, March 1, 2023
End Date: Friday, March 10, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Amirta School of Agricultural Sciences, Coimbatore- IV-B.Sc.,(Agri) Students attached KVK under the RAWE programme from 27.02.2023 to 10.03.2023.Thiru..SJayasankar, Principal cum Programme Coordinator has addressed introductory speech about KVK ,Madur and over all activities toward s serving farming community with effective manner then followed by all SMS(s) were taken lectures like ICT Tools and applications used in agriculture and allied sectors , Terrace garden techniques, organic inputs preparations –Panjakaviya and Fish acid solution, Hi-tech Nursery Techniques in Fruits and vegetables cultivation, Coconut Nursery , Mushroom Production Technologies(Milky and Oyster ), Vermi Composting Techniques ,Cattle and Poultry Production and Management methods ,Fisheries rearing techniques ..etc., and also students were visited to the all demo units at KVK campus.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered on Recent technologies in management of pest and disease management
Start Date: Friday, March 10, 2023
End Date: Friday, March 10, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Final year BSc (Agri) students under the internship RAWE programme attended the lecture delivered on Bee keeping on 10.03.2023.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off campus Training on Vermicompost Production technology through Swachhta Pakhwada (Adopted village)
Start Date: Friday, March 10, 2023
End Date: Friday, March 10, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Kannapur, Karaikal
Description : Off campus training on Vermicompost production technology has been conducted at Kannapur village. Demonstrated on formation of layers in silpaulin bag and allowing earthworm in to the bag.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree –5th day
Start Date: Friday, March 10, 2023
End Date: Friday, March 10, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board, Regional office-Chennai are jointly organizing the Skill training on Friends of coconut tree from 06.03.2023 to 11.03.2023.Skill training on Friends of coconut tree has been inaugurated at KVK, Karaikal on 06.03.2023. Sessions handled on fifth day 1. IDM in coconut 2. Communication skills 3. First aid and safety measures Skill imparted on Crown cleaning.Two master trainers gave introduction about coconut climbing device and trained the trainees for fixing the coconut climber on the tree. Dr.S.Divya SMS (PP), Dr.A.Senthil SMS(Extension) and Dr.B.Gobu, SMS(Veterinary) have handled the sessions.About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme.Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal coordinated the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on IDM in Coconut in FOCT programme
Start Date: Friday, March 10, 2023
End Date: Friday, March 10, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, MADUR, KARAIKAL
Description : A lecture on IDM in Coconut was delivered to FOCT (Coconut) farmers to adopt IPM practices and manage the disease incidence.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Mushroom Cultivation and Beekeeping
Start Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : In School Students KVK visit programme lecture delivered was conducted on Mushroom cultivation and bee keeping on 09.03.2023.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off campus Training on Vermicompost Production technology through Swachhta Pakhwada (Non - Adopted village)
Start Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Varichikudi, Karaikal
Description : Off campus training on Vermicompost production technology has been conducted at Varichikudi village. Demonstrated on formation of layers in silpaulin bag and allowing earthworm in to the bag.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on IPM in Coconut in FOCT programme
Start Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, MADUR, KARAIKAL
Description : A lecture on IPM in Coconut was delivered to FOCT (Coconut) farmers to adopt IPM practices and manage the pest incidence. Demonstration on Neem oil spray against Rugose spiraling whitefly and Pheromone trap installation for Rhinocerous beetle and Red Palm Weevil was conducted in KVK Coconut farm.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lectured delivered to School student
Start Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Primary school students of T.R.Pattinam and Polagam Village were visited to know about the various activities being carried at KVK. The Students were taken were taken to the dairy and Poultry unit of this Kendra being maintained under Veterinary Discipline and explained about various farm operations.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree –4th day
Start Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 9, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board, Regional office-Chennai are jointly organizing the Skill training on Friends of coconut tree from 06.03.2023 to 11.03.2023.Skill training on Friends of coconut tree has been inaugurated at KVK, Karaikal on 06.03.2023. In fourth day, the participants have undergone exposure visit to Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture and Research Institute.There they have visited the coconut plantation and Coconut nursery. Dr.Sherly, Assistant Professor explained about the nursery management practices. Session on IPM in coconut was conducted by Dr.Divya, SMS (Plant Protection). Foliar application of Neem oil and installation of Pheromone traps were demonstrated. Imparted skill on coconut harvesting. Imparted skill on climbing coconut trees with climbing device.Two master trainers gave introduction about coconut climbing device and trained the trainees for fixing the coconut climber on the tree. About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Nursery management in Coconut
Start Date: Wednesday, March 8, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, March 8, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, MADUR, KARAIKAL
Description : Lecture delivered on Nursery management in Coconut viz., land preparation, selection of mother tree, seed nut selection, planting methods and Nutrient management at Friends of Coconut Tree (FOCT) training program.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree –3rd day
Start Date: Wednesday, March 8, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, March 8, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board, Regional office-Chennai are jointly organizing the Skill training on Friends of coconut tree from 06.03.2023 to 11.03.2023.Skill training on Friends of coconut tree has been inaugurated at KVK, Karaikal on 06.03.2023. In third day, the eve of International Women's day the women participants attending Friends of Coconut Tree training are imparted skill on coconut tree climbing. Session on Nursery technology in coconut was conducted by Dr.V.Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy). Imparted skill on climbing coconut trees with climbing device.Two master trainers gave introduction about coconut climbing device and trained the trainees for fixing the coconut climber on the tree. About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme.Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal coordinated the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Celebration of International Women’s Day, 2023
Start Date: Wednesday, March 8, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, March 8, 2023

Event Category : International Women's Day
Venue : KVK, MADUR, KARAIKAL
Description : A lecture on Women Empowerment and another lecture on Health and nutrition was conducted following this games was conducted to the participants and distributed gifts to the winners. And 48 nos. of farm women, SHG members and college students were participated in the programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Students visit to KVK
Start Date: Wednesday, March 8, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, March 8, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Students studying III, IV &V standard at Government School, Kottucherry have come for an exposure visit to KVK. They have visited the demo units and farm. They were briefed about the demo units. Mr.J.Kathiravan SMS(Horticulture) and Mr.C.Antonydoss, Farm Manager had explained about the demo units.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree –2nd day
Start Date: Tuesday, March 7, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, March 7, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board, Regional office-Chennai are jointly organizing the Skill training on Friends of coconut tree from 06.03.2023 to 11.03.2023.Skill training on Friends of coconut tree has been inaugurated at KVK, Karaikal on 06.03.2023. In second day, session on INM in coconut is conducted.Demonstrated fertilizer application method and root feeding of TNAU coconut tonic. Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), and Mr.C.Antonydass, Farm Manager have conducted the sessions. Imparted skill on climbing coconut trees with climbing device.Two master trainers gave introduction about coconut climbing device and trained the trainees for fixing the coconut climber on the tree. About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme.Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal coordinated the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree - 1st day
Start Date: Monday, March 6, 2023
End Date: Monday, March 6, 2023

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board, Regional office-Chennai are jointly organizing the Skill training on Friends of coconut tree from 06.03.2023 to 11.03.2023.Skill training on Friends of coconut tree has been inaugurated at KVK, Karaikal on 06.03.2023.Thiru. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator of this Kendra has inaugurated the training. In first day, session on Coconut varieties and soil and climatic requirements were taught by SMS Horticulture. Imparted skill on climbing coconut trees with climbing device.Two master trainers gave introduction about coconut climbing device and trained the trainees for fixing the coconut climber on the tree. About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme.Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal coordinated the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Hands on Training Programme on cow machine milking and cleaning of cow shed by using pressure pump
Start Date: Friday, March 3, 2023
End Date: Friday, March 3, 2023

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : As part of RAWE programme of Amirta Agricultural College, Coimbatore 28 students including boys and girls have undergone 10 days internship programme at KVK, Karaikal. During their visit hands on training programme & demonstration of machine milking, shed cleaning with pressure pump and poultry hatchery functioning were conducted.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Hands on training on Vegetable grafting
Start Date: Friday, March 3, 2023
End Date: Friday, March 3, 2023

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Students studying final year B.Sc. (Ag) at Amirtha School of Agriculture, Coimbatore are attending an internship program at KVK, Karaikal for a period of two weeks from 27.2.23. Hands on training on Brinjal grafting is conducted to the students today. Mr.J.KathiravanSMS(Horticulture) has imparted skill to the students on vegetable grafting technique.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on “KVK Roll and activities& ICT tools usages-of Amirta School of Agricultural Sciences, Students attached KVK under the RAWE programme
Start Date: Thursday, March 2, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 2, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Amirta School of Agricultural Sciences, Coimbatore- IV-B.Sc.,(Agri) Students attached KVK under the RAWE programme from 27.02.2023 to 10.03.2023.Dr.A.Senthil, SMS(Agrl.Extension ) stresses on roll and activities of KVK and the importance of transferring technologies through Mobile Apps viz, UZHAVAN App, FARMS App, KISAN RATH App and e-Nam for marketing the product and also briefed about the TNAU-Agri tech Portal, Expert system.etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Hands on training on Vermicompost Production technology
Start Date: Thursday, March 2, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 2, 2023

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK, MADUR, KARAIKAL
Description : Demonstration on Vermicompost Production technology was conducted to the Students studying final year B.Sc. (Ag) at Amirtha School of Agriculture, Coimbatore are attending an internship program at KVK, Karaikal for a period of two weeks from 27.2.23.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demo. on Farm Waste management using Mushroom spawn
Start Date: Thursday, March 2, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 2, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : As part of Swachhata programme Farm Waste management using Mushroom spawn demonstration was conducted to Arignar Anna Govt. Arts College, Karaikal
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

16 th Scientific Advisory committee (SAC) meeting
Start Date: Wednesday, March 1, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, March 1, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : The 16th Scientific Advisory committee (SAC) meeting conducted on 01.03.2023 at KVK,Madur. The Director, Dept. of Agrl. & Farmers Welfare, Govt. of Puducherry cum Chairman, SAC –KVK Dr. B. Ramakichenin @ Balagandhi, gave opening remarks and inaugurated the meeting. Thiru.S.Jeyasankar, Programme Co-ordinator has welcomed the gathering and presented the previous SAC action taken Report. The DEE,TNAU, Coimbatore, Dean,PAJNCOA&RI,Karaikal,Principal Scientist,ICAR-ATARI-Zone-X,Hyderbad,offered their remarks during the meeting. ADA,Karaikal , AGM, NABARD Bank, Chief seed Certification Officer, PC,PKKVK Puducherry,,Professors of PAJANCOA& RI, JDA(AH&AW),AD(Social Welfare), Prof.& Head (Avaiyar Govt Women’s College),BDO, Manager(Indian Bank), Programme Executive(AIR), AD (Adidravidar welfare), JD(Fisheries) of Karaikal and other line department officials as well as non official members (Farmers) were actively participated and give their suggestions in this programme.Dr.A.Senthil has delivere
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Press Report-16 th SAC Meeting
Start Date: Wednesday, March 1, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, March 1, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : The 16th Scientific Advisory committee (SAC) meeting conducted on 01.03.2023 at KVK,Madur.-Press coverage’s in local dailies.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Demonstration on Coirpith composting
Start Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : The students studying final year B.Sc.(Agri) at Amirta School of Agriculture, Coimbatore are attending an internship program at KVK. As part of this program a demonstration on Coirpith composting by using Arka Decomposer has been conducted to the students. Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) has demonstrated the technologies to the students.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different farm and livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Wednesday, February 1, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2023

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Lecture delivered on “KVK Roll and activities& ICT tools usages-of Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi Government Institute for Post Graduate Studies & Research Students
Start Date: Friday, February 24, 2023
End Date: Friday, February 24, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi Government Institute for Post Graduate Studies & Research, Karaikal Final year M.Sc.,(Botany)students has visited the KVK campus from 20.02.2023 to 03.03.2023 as a part of a entrepreneurship development programme . Dr.A.Senthil, SMS(Agrl.Extension ) stresses on roll and activities of KVK and the importance of transferring technologies through Mobile Apps viz, UZHAVAN App, FARMS App, KISAN RATH App and e-Nam for marketing the product and also briefed about the TNAU-Agri tech Portal, Expert system.etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Hands on training on Vermicompost Production Technology
Start Date: Friday, February 24, 2023
End Date: Friday, February 24, 2023

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Hands on training on Vermicompost Production Technology was conducted to the M.Sc Botany students at Arignar Anna Arts & Science college, Karaikal attending internship program at KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Exposure visit to National Horticulture Fair 2023
Start Date: Thursday, February 23, 2023
End Date: Thursday, February 23, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : IIHR, Bengaluru
Description : A farmers exposure visit to the National Horticulture Fair 2023 is arranged by KVK, Karaikal. 17 farmers belonging to Scheduled caste have been selected by draw of lot method among the 65 farmers expressed their interest for the exposure visit. During this visit the farmers could see different crop cafeterias, various technologies and products exhibited by IIHR and other institutes. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) and Dr.S.Divya, SMS (Plant Protection) accompanied the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on “KVK Roll and activities & ICT tools usages-of Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi Government Institute for Post Graduate Studies & Research Students
Start Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi Government Institute for Post Graduate Studies & Research, Karaikal Final year M.Sc.,(Botany)students has visited the KVK campus from 20.02.2023 to 03.03.2023 as a part of a entrepreneurship development programme . Dr.A.Senthil, SMS(Agrl.Extension ) stresses on roll and activities of KVK and the importance of transferring technologies through Mobile Apps viz, UZHAVAN App, FARMS App, KISAN RATH App and e-Nam for marketing the product and also briefed about the TNAU-Agri tech Portal, Expert system.etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

On campus training on Integrated Crop Management in Millets
Start Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Training camp on ICM in Rice fallow Pulses was conducted on Friday 17.02.2023 at KVK Campus. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering. Inaugural Address by Thiru. J. Senthilkumar, Additional Director of Agriculture, Karaikal. Dr. A. L. Narayanan, Professor of Agronomy, PAJANCO & RI, delivered lecture on ICM in Millets and Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on Nutrient values and benefits of Millets. In this event an exhibition were arranged for benefit of farming community.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News Paper Coverage
Start Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Training on ICM in Millets - Scientists involved - PC & All SMS’s
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Advisory service to Fish Farmers
Start Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Athipadugai & Vizhidiyur
Description : Fresh water fish culture technology like, water management and feed management on inland fish culture related Advisory Service given to farmers of Athipadugai and Vizhidiyur village during field visit.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Demonstration on Protray nursery technique
Start Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : The students studying M.Sc.(Botany) at Arignar Anna Arts and Science college, Karaikal have been attending an internship program at KVK. As part of the program a hands on training on Nursery technology was conducted to them. In this training a method demonstration on preparation of media for portray, filling the tray with media and seed sowing was conducted by involving the students. Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) has demonstrated the technologies to the students.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demonstration on Seed Treatment in Rice Fallow Cotton
Start Date: Tuesday, February 21, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, February 21, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : In rice fallow Cotton cultivation Seed treatment demo was conducted on bioagent Trichoderma asperillum for root rot management.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off campus training on IPDM in Rice Fallow pulses
Start Date: Monday, February 20, 2023
End Date: Monday, February 20, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Mela subarayapuram
Description : In rice fallow black gram cultivation Seed treatment demo was conducted on bioagent Trichoderma asperillum for root rot management in IPDM training
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on IPDM in Sesame
Start Date: Friday, February 17, 2023
End Date: Friday, February 17, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : IPDM in Sesame Farmers and farm womens at KVK by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

On campus training on Nursery technologies
Start Date: Friday, February 17, 2023
End Date: Friday, February 17, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : On campus training on Nursery technologies has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 17.02.2023. The programme was inaugurated by S.Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator.Training was conducted by Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. The topics covered were 1) Propagation methods 2) Seed treatment 3) Protray nursery technique and 4) Nursery maintenance. About 16 rural youth from various parts of Karaikal district have participated.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Training on “Integrated Crop Management in Sesame” Under CFLD Oilseed
Start Date: Friday, February 17, 2023
End Date: Friday, February 17, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Training camp on ICM in Rice fallow Pulses was conducted on Friday 17.02.2023 at KVK Campus. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering. Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on ICM in Sesame and Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plant protection), KVK, Karaikal. delivered lecture on IPDM in Sesame. Sesame seeds and Bio Inputs were distributed to the CFLD Oilseed farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News Paper Coverage
Start Date: Friday, February 17, 2023
End Date: Friday, February 17, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Training on ICM in Sesame - Scientists involved - PC & All SMS’s
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit to FLD on Cocoponics in Terrace gardening
Start Date: Thursday, February 16, 2023
End Date: Thursday, February 16, 2023

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kottucherry
Description : FLD on Demonstration on Cocoponics in terrace gardening is being conducted in 10 households of Karaikal. Field visit was made by SMS(Horticulture) on 16.2.23 and made observation on growth of the plants raised on the terrace. Advised the participant to control the pests by using organic formulations.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Off campus training on Integrated Crop Management Practices in Mango
Start Date: Thursday, February 16, 2023
End Date: Thursday, February 16, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Varichikudi village, Kottucherry comune, Karaikal
Description : An off campus training onIntegrated Crop Management Practices in Mango is conducted at Varichikudi village of Karaikal district on 16.02.2023 as part of the FLD on Yield enhancement techniques in Mango.. The technologies forinducing flowering, flower and fruit drop management, Integrated Nutrient Management, pest and disease management practices were taught to the participants. Demonstration on IIHR Fruit fly trap and foliar application of IIHR Mango special to mango tree were also conducted during this training programme. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal has conducted the training. 10 number of FLD participants have attended the training.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on “Agri-business opportunities, Input and output business Demand and supply” of FPO’s Directors of Nagapattinam & Mayiladuthurai Districts
Start Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, February 15, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Collaborative training in association with Vaazhndhu Kaattuvom Project training on Postharvest Technology in Groundnut and Black gram from Nagapattinam & Mayilauthurai district FPO’s Directors visited the KVK campus from 14.02.2023 to 15.02.2023 as a part of this programme. Dr.A.Senthil, SMS(Agrl. Extension ) stresses agri-business opportunities, Input and output business Demand and supply of products and processing and also explained on roll and activities of KVK and the importance of transferring technologies through Mobile Apps viz, UZHAVAN App, FARMS App, KISAN RATH App, and e-Nam for marketing the product and also briefed about the TNAU-Agri Tech Portal, Expert system.etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered on Storage pest and disease management in Pulse and oil seeds
Start Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : The FPO members were trained on Post Harvest Technologies under the project of Vazenthukatuvom. In that training an lecture was delivered on storage pest and disease management in pulses and oil seeds by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Mushroom Production
Start Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : School children was trained on Mushroom production at KVK by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

JNGHSS School Students Visited to KVK
Start Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Jawaharlal Nehru Government Higher Secondary School Students from Nedungadu Visited to KVK campus. Thiru..SJayasankar, Principal cum Programme Coordinator has addressed introductory speech about KVK ,Madur and over all activities towards serving farming community with effective manner then followed by all SMS(s) were taken lectures like ICT Tools and applications used in agriculture and allied sectors , Terrace garden techniques, organic inputs preparations –Panjakaviya and Fish acid solution, Hi-tech Nursery Techniques in Fruits and vegetables cultivation, Coconut Nursery , Mushroom Production Technologies(Milky and Oyster ), Vermi Composting Techniques ,Cattle and Poultry Production and Management methods ,Fisheries rearing techniques ..etc., and also students were visited to the all demo units at KVK campus.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Training on Post harvest Technology in Groundnut and Black gram
Start Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : The Collaborative on campus training on Post harvest Technology in Groundnut and Black gram in association with Vaazhndhu Kaattuvom Project Training at KVK Campus. Mrs. Bhuvaneswari , District Coordinator, Technical Support Agency For VKP, Techno Serve welcomed the gathering. Inaugural Address by Mr.V.Sundarapandian, District Executive Officer,Vaazhndhu Kaatuvom Project and Thiru. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal gave Felicitation Address. Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal. delivered lecture on Post-Harvest management & procurement of the commodities, Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plant protection), KVK, Karaikal. delivered lecture on Storage pest and Disease Management and Dr. A. Senthil. SMS (Agrl. Extension), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on Agri-business opportunities, Input and output business Demand and supply.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration on Preparation of Jeevamirtham
Start Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : The students studying tenth standard at Government High school, undergone an exposure visit to KVK. During this visit they were taught about importance of organic farming. A method demonstration on Jeevamirtham preparation also conducted.Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) has demonstrated the technologies to the students.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Puducherry - FARM FEST cum Flower Exhibition
Start Date: Friday, February 10, 2023
End Date: Friday, February 10, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Puducherry
Description : Puducherry Farm fest cum flower exhibition was organized by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers welfare, ADH (Horticulture) Puducherry which exhibited this festival at the KVK stall. In this context, on behalf of SMS Extension catering the need of Kitchen garden activists by selling mini vegetable seed packets .
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

On campus training on Nutrition gardening
Start Date: Thursday, February 9, 2023
End Date: Thursday, February 9, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : On campus training on Nutrition gardening has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 09.02.2023. The programme was inaugurated by S.Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator.Training was conducted by Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. The topics covered were 1) Recommended Dietary Allowances 2) Balanced diet 3) Establishment of nutrition garden and 4) Usage of organic inputs. About 100SHG members from Kottucherry and Neravycomune of Karaikal district have participated. All the participants were provided with vegetable minikit consisting of 10 varieties of vegetable seeds under Scheduled Caste Sub Plan.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News coverage on the On campus training on Integrated Crop Management practices in vegetable cultivation
Start Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : News coverage on the on campus training on Integrated Crop Management practices in vegetable cultivationconducted at KVK, Karaikal on 07.02.2023 is published in Tamil dailies..Thiru. S.Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator of KVK inaugurated the training. He emphasised that the area under vegetable cultivation has to be increased in Karaikal District. Farmers of Karaikal district use to cultivate in two major seasons viz., Thai pattam and Aadipattam. During these seasons the KVK conducts demonstrations and trainings to dissiminate latest technologies in vegetable cultivation to the farming community he added.Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on Improved varieties, nursery technology and nutrient management techniques in vegetable crops. 50 farmers from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme. Vegetable seeds mini kits were provided to all the participants by Department of Agriculture and Farmers welfare, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

On campus training on Nutrition gardening
Start Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : On campus training on Nutrition gardening has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 08.02.2023. The programme was inaugurated by S.Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator.Training was conducted by Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. The topics covered were 1) Recommended Dietary Allowances 2) Balanced diet 3) Establishment of nutrition garden and 4) Usage of organic inputs. About 100SHG members from Thirunallar and Nedungaducomune of Karaikal district have participated. All the participants were provided with vegetable minikit consisting of 10 varieties of vegetable seeds under Scheduled Caste Sub Plan.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit to the OFT plot
Start Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Kottucherry, Karaikal
Description : Gave advisory service on weed management in Groundnut to the farmer
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On campus training on Integrated Crop Management practices in vegetable cultivation
Start Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : An on campus training on Integrated Crop Management practices in vegetable cultivation has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 07.02.2023. Thiru. S.Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator of KVK inaugurated the training. He emphasised that the area under vegetable cultivation has to be increased in Karaikal District. Farmers of Karaikal district use to cultivate in two major seasons viz., Thai pattam and Aadi pattam. During these seasons the KVK conducts demonstrations and trainings to dissiminate latest technologies in vegetable cultivation to the farming community he added. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on Improved varieties, nursery technology and nutrient management techniques in vegetable crops. 50 farmers from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme. Vegetable seeds mini kits were provided to all the participants by Department of Agriculture and Farmers welfare, Karaikal
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on IPDM in Vegetables
Start Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Vegetable farmers were trained on Major pest and diseases their symptom and their management
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Attended at RURBAN Review meeting
Start Date: Friday, February 3, 2023
End Date: Friday, February 3, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : DRDA, Puducherry
Description : The RURBAN Review meeting was held on 03.02.2023 under the Chairmanship of the Project Director, at DRDA office, Puducherry. During the meeting, Dr.A.Senthil SMS ( Agrl . Extension) & Nodal Officer -Establishment of Mini Food Processing Unit under RURBAN scheme at KVK, Karaikal attended and present the current status of that project and follow the submit timeline for completion of the respective works
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Training on Integrated Crop Management in Rice Fallow Pulses Under CFLD Pulses.
Start Date: Thursday, February 2, 2023
End Date: Thursday, February 2, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Training camp on ICM in Rice fallow Pulses was conducted on Monday 02.02.2023 at KVK Campus. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering. Dr. V. Sridevi, Assistant Professor of Agronomy, PAJANCO & RI, Karaikal. delivered lecture on Integrated Crop Management in Rice Fallow Pulses, Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal has demonstrate Seed treatment method and Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plant protection), KVK, Karaikal. delivered lecture on IPDM in Rice Fallow Pulses. Black gram and Green gram seeds and Bio Inputs were distributed to the CFLD farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Press Report - FLD-2022-2023-Demonstration of TNAU –Paddy Expert System as android based mobile app for paddy Farmers of Karaikal District
Start Date: Thursday, February 2, 2023
End Date: Thursday, February 2, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK - Karaikal
Description : FLD-2022-2023-Demonstration of TNAU – Paddy Expert System as android based mobile app for paddy Farmers of Karaikal District was conducted on 31.01.2023-Press report published in a local daily.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

News Paper Coverage (Training on ICM in Rice fallow Pulses under CFLD)
Start Date: Thursday, February 2, 2023
End Date: Thursday, February 2, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Training on ICM in Rice fallow Pulses Under CFLD - Scientists involved - PC & All SMS’s
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on IPDM in Pulses
Start Date: Thursday, February 2, 2023
End Date: Thursday, February 2, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Farmers and farm womens participated in IPDM in Pulses training and learnt the protection technologies
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

On campus training on Broiler Goat rearing
Start Date: Wednesday, February 1, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, February 1, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : An on campus training programme on broiler goat rearing was organized at KVK, Karaikal for the benefit of rural youth of Karaikal district on 01.02.2023. The methods of rearing of goats and various management practices were explained to the participants. As a part of training programme, 4 + 1 goats were distributed to 5 nos. of beneficiaries under demonstration of IFS programme funded by ICAR.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

News Paper Coverage (Training on ICM in Rice fallow Pulses)
Start Date: Tuesday, January 31, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Training on ICM in Rice fallow Pulses - Scientists involved - PC & All SMS’s
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

FLD-2022-2023-Demonstration of TNAU –Paddy Expert System as android based mobile app for paddy Farmers of Karaikal District
Start Date: Tuesday, January 31, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Kottucherry Commune
Description : Dr. A. Senthil, SMS (Agrl. Extension), conducted FLD-2022–2023—Demonstration of the TNAU Paddy Expert System as an android-based mobile app for paddy farmers of Kottucherry commune villages in Karaikal District and guided all participants in downloading the TNAU Paddy Expert System as an android mobile app. Prior to that, Pre-Knowledge Evolution held a meeting for all participants to discuss paddy cultivation practices, and finally, post-knowledge was evaluated. .
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Getting Advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm and Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Sunday, January 1, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Training on Integrated Crop Management in Rice Fallow Pulses
Start Date: Monday, January 30, 2023
End Date: Monday, January 30, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Training camp on ICM in Rice fallow Pulses was conducted on Monday 30.01.2023 at KVK Campus. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering. Dr. V. Aravinth, Ph.D., SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on Integrated Crop Management in Rice Fallow Pulses to the FLD, OFT and NICRA farmers. In this Training programme, 10 farmers were selected under the FLD Programme (Vamban-11), 5 farmers were selected as green gram (WUG-42, Vamban-4) under the OFT programme and National Climate Change Adapted Agriculture Program (NICRA). 15 farmers were provided green gram (Co (GG)-8) certified seeds and other bio-inputs were distributed to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Monday, January 30, 2023
End Date: Monday, January 30, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Neravy village.
Description : Lecture delivered on Importance of Azolla cultivation and its demonstration. Hands on training about soil mixture preparation, Collection of fresh Azolla, Filling of Azolla bag with Soil mixture.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit to the OFT plot - “Assessment of Saline tolerant Rice varieties in salt affected soils in Karaikal District”
Start Date: Friday, January 27, 2023
End Date: Friday, January 27, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Sellur and Melaoduthurai, Karaikal.
Description : Group Discussion was conducted about Saline tolerant Rice varieties to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Attended at RURBAN Review meeting
Start Date: Wednesday, January 25, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur - Through Virtual mode
Description : The RURBAN Review meeting was held on 25.01.2023 through virtual mode under the Chairmanship of the Project Director, DRDA, Puducherry. During the meeting, Dr.A.Senthil SMS ( Agrl . Extension) & Nodal Officer -Establishment of Mini Food Processing Unit under RURBAN scheme at KVK, Karaikal attended and present the current status of that project and follow the submit timeline for completion of the respective works.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered on Bee keeping
Start Date: Tuesday, January 24, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, January 24, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Bee keeping technologies were disseminated to the school students at KVK by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to Rice field (VGD 1) and biometric observations were taken at NICRA village
Start Date: Monday, January 23, 2023
End Date: Monday, January 23, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai, Karaikal.
Description : Group Discussion was conducted about Non lodging Rice variety VGD 1 to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Press note on Inputs available for sale at KVK
Start Date: Monday, January 23, 2023
End Date: Monday, January 23, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Press note on various inputs viz., vegetable seeds, vegetable seedlings, Panchagavya, Fish amino acid, vermicompost, honey etc., available for sale at KVK has been released in tamil dailies
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Hand on training on Vermicompost Production, Azolla and Coconut Nursery Preparation
Start Date: Monday, January 23, 2023
End Date: Monday, January 23, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Students studying Vocational Agriculture group at Govt Hr Sec School, Ambakarathur have been attending the Internship program at KVK. Session on Vermicompost Production Technology , Azolla cultivation and Nursery management on Coconut handled by SMS Agronomy
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on Nursery technologies
Start Date: Monday, January 23, 2023
End Date: Monday, January 23, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The students studying ninth standard at Government High School, Ambakarathur were undergone an exposure visit to KVK on 23.01.23. As part of the programme a lecture was delivered on Nursery technologies for Hortculture crops. Various propagation methods have been taught to the students. They have also visited the Nursery unit at KVK. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) handled the session and cleared the doubts of the students.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field Visit to Rice field
Start Date: Friday, January 13, 2023
End Date: Thursday, January 19, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Nallelundhur and Sellur village
Description : Stem rot and Brown spot in Rice by SMS(PP) and SMS(Agr)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Exhibition stall of KVK in the Carnival festival of Karaikal district
Start Date: Sunday, January 15, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Karaikal stadium
Description : Various animal husbandry related technologies like preparation of cow based products eg., Cow dung log, dhoop stick, vibuthi, floor cleaning solution, Cow urine arrack, Panchakavya etc.,. Preparation of various ethno veterinary medicines for different animal ailments like enteritis, mastitis, bloat deworming and deticking etc., and also display of various breeds of poultry both native, foreign and cross breed chicken being reared in cage system at backyard condition.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Exhibition in the Flower show cum Farm fest.
Start Date: Sunday, January 15, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Exhibition
Venue : Karaikal Stadium.
Description : Millets crops, Seeds, Live specimen and Value added product displayed and explained to the farmers at Flower show cum Farm fest by SMS Agronomy
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Karaikal Carnival - FARM FEST& Exhibition
Start Date: Sunday, January 15, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Karaikal
Description : Karaikal Carnival was organized by the Karaikal District Administration jointly with the Tourism Department, which exhibited this festival at the KVK stall. In this context, on behalf of SMS Extension, we produced the videos, viz., Karaikal farmers, farm women, and rural youths' feedback about KVK activities and also An overview of KVK broadcasted in this carnival programme. In addition, important mobile apps and website charts with details were displayed.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Exhibition in the Flower show cum Farm fest.
Start Date: Sunday, January 15, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Exhibition
Venue : Karaikal Stadium
Description : Display of inland fish culture technology and explained to the farmers at Flower show cum Farm fest by S.I of Fisheries
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Demonstration on Value addition in Fish
Start Date: Thursday, January 12, 2023
End Date: Thursday, January 12, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Solar drying of fish technologies were disseminated to the SHG members as a part of FLD programme at KVK by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Training on Mushroom Production
Start Date: Thursday, January 12, 2023
End Date: Thursday, January 12, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : SHG members participated in Mushroom production training and learnt the production technologies
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Radio talk (Phone in programme on Crop management practices in Mango)
Start Date: Thursday, January 12, 2023
End Date: Thursday, January 12, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal
Description : The SMS (Horticulture) of KVK, Karaikal has participated in the Phone in programme on ‘Crop management practices in Mango’ at All India Radio, Karaikal. Various crop management practices viz., nutrient management, regulation of flowering, yield enhancement techniques, pest and disease management practices.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Diagnostic visit
Start Date: Tuesday, January 10, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, January 10, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Nedungadu
Description : Dr.B. Gobu, SMs(Veterinary) made an diagnostic visit to the fields of the SC Farm women of Karaikal region in order to diagnose the cause of the death the birds being beneficiaries of SCSP fund to whom distribution of ten birds and one poultry cage were carried out (20 SC Farm Women) the present visit was done in the field of Tmt.G. Madhumitha, Nedungadu village
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

News Paper Coverage (Training on Herbal Gardening)
Start Date: Thursday, January 5, 2023
End Date: Thursday, January 5, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Training on Herbal Gardening - Scientists involved - PC & All SMS’s
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Hand on training on Vermicompost Production, Azolla and Coconut Nursery Preparation
Start Date: Thursday, January 5, 2023
End Date: Thursday, January 5, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Final B.Sc. (Ag.) students of PAJANCOA&RI Students have been attending the Internship program at KVK. Session on Vermicompost Production Technology , Azolla cultivation and Nursery management on Coconut handled by SMS Agronomy
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on Nursery technologies
Start Date: Thursday, January 5, 2023
End Date: Thursday, January 5, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The students studying Final year B.Sc (Ag) at Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture and Research Institute, Karaikal were undergone an exposure visit to KVK on 05.01.23. As part of the programme a lecture was delivered on Nursery technologies for Hortculture crops. Various propagation methods have been taught to the students. They have also visited the Nursery unit at KVK. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) handled the session and cleared the doubts of the students
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Mushroom Production
Start Date: Thursday, January 5, 2023
End Date: Thursday, January 5, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Mushroom Production technologies were disseminated to the College students of PAJANCOA at KVK by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

PAJANCO &RI -RAWE Students Visited to KVK
Start Date: Wednesday, January 4, 2023
End Date: Thursday, January 5, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture and Research Institute - IV-B.Sc.(Hons) Agri-2019 Batch -RAWE Students Visited to KVK campus. Thiru..SJayasankar, Principal cum Programme Coordinator has addressed introductory speech about KVK ,Madur and over all activities towards serving farming community with effective manner then followed by all SMS(s) were taken lectures like ICT Tools and applications used in agriculture and allied sectors , Terrace garden techniques, organic inputs preparations –Panjakaviya and Fish acid solution, Hi-tech Nursery Techniques in Fruits and vegetables cultivation, Coconut Nursery , Mushroom Production Technologies(Milky and Oyster ), Vermi Composting Techniques ,Cattle and Poultry Production and Management methods ,Fisheries rearing techniques ..etc., and also students were visited to the all demo units at KVK campus.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

PAJANCO &RI -RAWE Students Visited to KVK –Press Report
Start Date: Wednesday, January 4, 2023
End Date: Thursday, January 5, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : PAJANCOA&RI, Serumavilanagai –IV-B.Sc.,(Hons) Agri-Students visit to KVK-Press report published in a local daily.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

News Paper Coverage (Training on Integrated Crop Management in Oilseed Crops)
Start Date: Wednesday, January 4, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, January 4, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Training on Integrated Crop Management in Oilseed Crops - Scientists involved - PC & All SMS’s
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on “KVK Roll and activities& ICT tools usages-of PAJANCOA&RI, RAWE Students
Start Date: Wednesday, January 4, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, January 4, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : PAJANCOA&RI, Final year B.Sc.,(Hons) Agri.,students has visited the KVK campus from 04.1.2023 to 5.01.2023 as a part of a RAWE programme. Dr.A.Senthil, SMS(Agrl.Extension ) stresses on roll and activities of KVK and the importance of transferring technologies through Mobile Apps viz, UZHAVAN App, FARMS App, KISAN RATH App and e-Nam for marketing the product and also briefed about the TNAU-Agri tech Portal, Expert system.etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Training on Herbal Gardening
Start Date: Tuesday, January 3, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, January 3, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Training on Herbal Gardening was conducted on 03.01.2023 (Tuesday) at KVK Campus. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering. Mr. J. Kathiravan., SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on Herbal Gardening to the FLD farmers. 20 Nos. of Herbal Plants and Critical Inputs were distributed to the farmers under the FLD programme. Finally, Method demonstration on preparation of growing medium also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on Herbal gardening
Start Date: Tuesday, January 3, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, January 3, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of the FLD on Herbal gardening an on campus training on Herbal gardening was conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 03.01.2023. In this training programme 10 FLD participants have attended. Mr.J.KathiravanSMS(Horticulture) handled the session and described about cultivation of various medicinal plants in home garden.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Training on Integrated Crop Management in Oilseed Crops (Groundnut and Sunflower)
Start Date: Monday, January 2, 2023
End Date: Monday, January 2, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Training on Integrated Crop Management in Oilseed Crops (Groundnut and Sunflower) was conducted on 02.01.2023 (Monday) at KVK Campus. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering. Dr. V. Aravinth, Ph.D., SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on Integrated Crop Management in Groundnut and Sunflower crops to the FLD farmers. Sunflower (Co H3) and Groundnut (Khatari Lapakshi-1812) certified seeds and other bio-inputs were distributed to the farmers under the FLD programme Finally, Method demonstration on manual Groundnut seed sowing machine also conducted
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit to FLD on Terrace gardening
Start Date: Friday, December 30, 2022
End Date: Friday, December 30, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Thirunallar
Description : FLD on Demonstration on Cocoponics in terrace gardening is being conducted in 10 households of Karaikal. Field visit was made by SMS(Horticulture) on 30.12.22 and made observation on growth of the plants raised on the terrace. Advised the participant to fill the growbags fully with the media so as to provide good anchorage to the plants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demo on Neelbo and Herboliv in Rice (OFT-Rice)
Start Date: Thursday, December 29, 2022
End Date: Thursday, December 29, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Neivacherry village
Description : Wild boar is noticed in demo fields of OFT farmers and the stage of the crop is panicle initiation in this connection demo on neelbo and herboliv is conducted in farmers field by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Demo on Drone spray of fungicide in Rice (NICRA Village)
Start Date: Thursday, December 29, 2022
End Date: Thursday, December 29, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Neivacherry, Athipaduhai and Pettai village
Description : Rice brown spot is noticed in demo fields of FLD farmers in this connection Demo on drone spray is conducted with fungicide (Mancozeb and Tricyclazole) in Rice in all the 15 FLD farmers field by SMS(PP) and NICRA SRF
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm and Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Thursday, December 1, 2022
End Date: Thursday, December 29, 2022

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur,
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Demo on Drone spray of fungicide in Rice (FLD-Rice)
Start Date: Wednesday, December 28, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, December 28, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Kotucherry village
Description : Rice brown spot is noticed in demo fields of FLD farmers in this connection Demo on drone spray is conducted with fungicide (Mancozeb and Tricyclazole) in Rice in all the 10 FLD farmers field by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Diagnostic Visit
Start Date: Monday, December 26, 2022
End Date: Monday, December 26, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Puthuthurai Village
Description : Addressed the problem faced by the farmer ie. Torticollis and convulsion in goat kid caused by Tetanus and advice the treatment accordingly.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Observation of Good Governance Week
Start Date: Thursday, December 22, 2022
End Date: Friday, December 23, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Government High School, Sethur and Government Higher Secondary School, Ambagarthur
Description : Addressed the school students (VIII and IX STD) on the importance of celebration of Good Governance Week and Tree plantation were carried out by the students and also created awareness on Swachta Packwada programme among the students.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Field visit on Paddy
Start Date: Friday, December 23, 2022
End Date: Friday, December 23, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Ambagarathur village
Description : Rice brown spot is noticed in field of Ambagarathur in this connection field visit is conducted and advisory services is conducted for the management of Rice brown spot to the farmers at Ambagarathur Village by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

On campus training on Terrace gardening
Start Date: Friday, December 23, 2022
End Date: Friday, December 23, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : An on campus training on Terrace gardening is conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 23.12.2022 as part of the FLD on Demonstration on Cocoponics in Terrace gardening in peri-urban areas for the year 2021-2022. The technologies viz., selection of site, medium preparation, containers used in terrace gardening, nutrient management, pest and disease management practices were taught to the participants. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikalhas conducted the training. 10 FLD participants have participated in this programme. Critical inputs viz., grow bags, cocopeat, ArkaNutrigrow and vegetable seeds were provided to all the participants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demonstration on Crysoperla zastrowi sillemi against RSW in Coconut
Start Date: Thursday, December 22, 2022
End Date: Thursday, December 22, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : RSW symptom and management technologies were disseminated to the farmers at Athipadugai Village (NICRA Village) by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on IPDM in Cotton
Start Date: Tuesday, December 20, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, December 20, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Major pest and diseases of Cotton symptom and management technologies were disseminated to the extension persons at KVK by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Monday, December 19, 2022
End Date: Monday, December 19, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Lecture delivered to extension functionaries of department of Agriculture (Demonstration Assistant on various breeds of cattle and buffaloes.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Field visit to FLD coconut plot
Start Date: Friday, December 16, 2022
End Date: Friday, December 16, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Thirunallar
Description : FLD on Demonstration on TNAU coconut tonic for enhancing the yield in coconut is being conducted in 10 farmers field. One among the field was affected by Rugose Spiralling White Fly and it was noticed by the SMS (Horticulture) during his field visit. To overcome the issue Chrysoperla egg parasite has been purchased from Department of Entomology, Agricultural College and Research Institute, Madurai. The same was released on the affected coconut trees on 16.12.22.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on IPDM in Rice
Start Date: Friday, December 16, 2022
End Date: Friday, December 16, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Major pest and diseases of Rice symptom and management technologies were disseminated to the extension persons at KVK by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Introduction to Horticulture
Start Date: Thursday, December 15, 2022
End Date: Thursday, December 15, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK,Madur,ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. As part of the training a Lecture was delivered on Introduction to Horticulture. In which divisions of horticulture, different types of horticulture crops and their habitates were taught to the trainees by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Group meeting at NICRA Villages
Start Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai, Atthaipadugai and Neivacherry Villages
Description : Monthly meeting was conducted at NICRA Villages under NICRA project about Technology Demonstration Components and identified the benefices of NICRA village farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Exhibition on Traditional Rice at ICAR-CRIDA, Hyderabad
Start Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : ATARI, Hyderabad
Description : On behalf of ICAR-ATARI, Hyderabad, NICRA KVKs put up exhibition stall and exhibited traditional rice varieties in International conference on Reimagining rainfed agro-ecosystems: Challenges and Opportunities organized by ICAR-CRIDA, Hyderabad from 22.12.2022 to 24.12.2022.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Training on IPM in Rice
Start Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Neivacherry
Description : Field visit is conducted at Neivacherry NICRA village in Rice field and given advisory services for the management of major pests of Rice and demonstrated on Pheromone trap installation, foliar spray of thiamethoxam and flubendiamide to the farmers by SMS(PP) and SMS(Agr)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Protray nursery technology
Start Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar Tk,
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. As part of the training a Lecture was delivered on Protray nursery technology. In which importance of portray nursery technique, media preparation, care and maintenance of seedlings were taught to the trainees by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demonstration on Nano urea application for Rice by using drone under NICRA Scheme.
Start Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Pettai, Atthaipadugai and Neivacherry Villages
Description : We have organized field demonstration programme on “Nano urea application for Rice by using drone” at Pettai, Atthaipadugai and Neivacherry Villages on 13.12.2022 under NICRA Scheme. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering. Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal explain the uses of Nano urea and application method using drones and he told Nano urea is easy to use in the fields compared to solid forms of urea. Its application also gives an 8% increase in yield. More areas could be covered with the usage of drones. For instance, an acre could be covered in a short span of five minutes. Its usage also reduces the need for manual labour during labour shortages.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Attended Research Extension Interface session
Start Date: Thursday, December 8, 2022
End Date: Thursday, December 8, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : PAJANCOA & RI, Karaikal
Description : SMS (PP) and SMS(Agr), Professor and Head of Agronomy, Horticulture, Entomology of PAJANCOA & RI and Line department officials of Department of Agriculture and farmers welfare were participated and discussed the current issues in the standing crops of Karaikal District. 21 no. officials were participated in the event.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Radio Talk
Start Date: Thursday, December 8, 2022
End Date: Thursday, December 8, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Phone in programme is conducted on Pest and disease management in Rice. And the field problems of farmers were addressed in the programme and about 7 farmers were interacted in the programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

News Paper Coverage (Celebration of World Soil Day – 2022)
Start Date: Monday, December 5, 2022
End Date: Monday, December 5, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Celebration of World Soil Day – 2021- Scientists involved - PC & All SMS’s
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Celebration of World Soil Day – 2021
Start Date: Monday, December 5, 2022
End Date: Monday, December 5, 2022

Event Category : World Soil Day
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : In this programme Dr. V. Aravinth, Ph.D., SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal welcomed the dignitaries and participants, Mr. S. Jayasankar, Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal delivered Inaugural Address. Thiru. J. Senthilkumar, Additional Director of Agriculture, Karaikal delivered Felicitation address. Dr. R. Rajakumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry PAJANCO&RI, Karaikal delivered lecture on “Methods of Soil sample collection and Role of Soil Health Card” , Dr. V. Sridevi, Assistant Professor, Department of Agronomy, PAJANCOA&RI, Karaikal delivered lecture on “Natural Farming” and Dr. V. Aravinth, Ph.D., SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on “Reclamation of Problem soils”. As part of the programme, 20 women were provided with 10 Nos of two-month-old Asil crossbred chicks along with cage under SCSP. Pheromone trap were distributed to 15 selected farmers under the NICRA project, 25 Nos of Soil Health Cards were distr
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On campus training on Backyard Poutry rearing for capacity building of Sc Farm women of Karaikal District.
Start Date: Thursday, December 1, 2022
End Date: Thursday, December 1, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Addressed the farmers on the various topics of Desi Chicken rearing in backyard and clarified their queries and issued one cage, 10 desi chicken and 1 month Grower feed under SCSP component
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm and Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Tuesday, November 1, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, November 29, 2022

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Demonstration on Nano urea application for Rice by using drone under NICRA Scheme.
Start Date: Tuesday, November 29, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, November 29, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Pettai village
Description : We have organized field demonstration programme on “Nano urea application for Rice by using drone” at Pettai on 28.11.2022 under NICRA Scheme. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering. Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal explain the uses of Nano urea and application method using drones and he told Nano urea is easy to use in the fields compared to solid forms of urea. Its application also gives an 8% increase in yield. More areas could be covered with the usage of drones. For instance, an acre could be covered in a short span of five minutes. Its usage also reduces the need for manual labour during labour shortages. Around 29 Rice Cultivation Farmers were participated in this Programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News Paper Coverage (Vermicompost Production Technology)
Start Date: Saturday, November 26, 2022
End Date: Saturday, November 26, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - on Training on Vermicompost Production Technology - Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy) Daily: Dinakaran
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Conduct of National Constitution day
Start Date: Saturday, November 26, 2022
End Date: Saturday, November 26, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Constitution Day also known as 'Samvidhan Divas', is celebrated in our country on 26th November every year to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution of India. KVK Karaikal has organized constitution day with the objective of reading the preamble by the staff members& workers at KVK campus.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

On campus training on Vermicompost Production Technology to the NICRA village farmers.
Start Date: Friday, November 25, 2022
End Date: Friday, November 25, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Training to NICRA village farmers.about selection of vermicompost site, construction of shed, composting of agricultural waste, types of vermicompost, nutrients in vermicompost and its benefits. Also, all the NICRA village farmers were enthusiastically doing a practical demonstration on vermicomposting. 18 farmers were Participated and benefited in this training.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration on Verticillium lecanii and pheromone trap in Rice (NICRA Demonstration-Rice)
Start Date: Wednesday, November 23, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, November 23, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : Foliar spray of Verticillium lecanii and installation of pheromone trap in rice is conducted to management of BPH and monitor stem borer in Rice is conducted in Pettai village on 23.11.2022.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Attended state level training on recent Technologies in Agriculture with special focus on Natural Farming
Start Date: Monday, November 21, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, November 23, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : TNAU, Coimbatore
Description : Attended state-level training on recent Technologies in Agriculture with a special focus on Natural Farming from 21.11.2022 to 23.11.2022 at TNAU, Coimbatore organized by DoEE, TNAU& ICAR-ATRAI, Hyderabad. During the training discussion, expectations from the ICAR &GoI Road map for the future, mandate activities of KVK, the latest varieties in agricultural crops, soil health management, technologies for pest & disease management in agriculture and horticulture crops, water management techniques, advances in horticultural production technologies, value addition in agriculture& horticulture crops, ICT usage in KVKs, documentation of cases, impact &report writing, a convergence of KVK activities, preparation of Annual Action Plan and Annual report, organic farming & natural farming gave by various experts from concern departments.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Cerebration of world fisheries day
Start Date: Monday, November 21, 2022
End Date: Monday, November 21, 2022

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : World Fisheries day was celebrated on 21-11-2022 at KVK, Karaikal. During the celebration the function was inaugurated by Thiru.S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator in his lecture importance of Fisheries sector. Then Dr.B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary), explained the recent fish culture technology and Income generation to the fish farmers activity explained by Sub Inspector of Fisheries. Finally Gift Tilapia fish fingerlings was distributed to the farmers by Programme Coordinator.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Front line demonstration on Gift Tilapia Fish culture
Start Date: Monday, November 21, 2022
End Date: Monday, November 21, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Sorakudy, Nedungadu & Vizhidiyur Village of Karaikal District
Description : Front line demonstration is conducted at Sorakudy, Nedungadu and Vizhidiyur village Fish farmers. 1250 Nos. of Gift Tilapia Fish fingerlings was issued to 3 Nos. of fish farmers. The growth performance of Gift Tilapia fish fingerlings was monitored.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

News Paper Coverage (Jal Shakti Abhiyan)
Start Date: Friday, November 18, 2022
End Date: Friday, November 18, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - on Training on Jal Shakti Abhiyan - Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy) Daily: Dinamani , Dinakaran
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Training Program
Start Date: Thursday, November 17, 2022
End Date: Thursday, November 17, 2022

Event Category : Jal Shakti Abhiyan 2022
Venue : Training Hall, ADA Office, Karaikal
Description : Jal Sakthi Abhiyan training programme was conducted at Training Hall, ADA Office, Karaikal on 17.11.2022. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering, The District Collector cum Chairman, KVK, Karaikal has inaugurated the training Programme, Addl. Director of Agriculture, karaikal has given Felicitation address. Dr. R. Lalitha, Professor (SWCE), AEC&RI (TNAU), Kumulur, Trichy delivered lecture on Scientific plans for water conservation, Mr. U. Prabagaran, Deputy Director, (Agriculture Engineering), Karaikal delivered lecture on Rain Water Harvesting, Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on Micro Irrigation and Mr. G. Jai Ganesh, Nursery Supporting Staff, Isha Nursery, Mayiladuthurai delivered lecture on Multi Purpose Tree species. In this event an exhibition was arranged for benefit of farming community regarding micro irrigation and organic inputs and 150 Nos. of tree sapling were distributed.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Participated in the Refresher Training on Recent technologies in Agriculture with special emphasis on Natural Farming
Start Date: Monday, November 14, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore
Description : Mr.J.Kathiravan SMS(Horticulture) has participated in Refresher Training on Recent technologies in Agriculture with special emphasis on Natural Farming jointly organised by Directorate of Extension Education, TamilNadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore and ICAR – Agricultural Technology Application and Research Institute, Hyderabad. The programme was conducted at TNAU, Coimbatore from 14.11.2022 to 16.11.2022. Recent technologies in Agriculture, Horticulture, Plant protection, Natural farming etc., were taught to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demonstration on Verticillium lecanii in Rice (FLD-Rice)
Start Date: Tuesday, November 15, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, November 15, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Ambagarathur Village
Description : Foliar spray of Verticillium lecanii is conducted to management of BPH in Rice is conducted in Ambagarathur village on 15.11.2022.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Group meeting at NICRA Villages
Start Date: Monday, November 14, 2022
End Date: Monday, November 14, 2022

Event Category : Group Meetings
Venue : Athipadugai village
Description : Monthly meeting was conducted at NICRA Villages under NICRA project about Technology Demonstration Components and identified the benefices of NICRA village farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Meeting attended– Online meeting on revitalizing ICAR: Aspiration and action plan
Start Date: Friday, November 11, 2022
End Date: Friday, November 11, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : An online meeting on revitalizing ICAR: Aspiration and action plan has been conducted by ICAR. The Director General, ICAR addressed about “Revitalizing ICAR: Aspiration and action plan” to the staff working in the ICAR system.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Organized the one week Internship Programme for vocational Agriculture school students
Start Date: Wednesday, November 2, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Event Category : Vocational Training for Youth (More Than 4 Days)
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Govt. Higher Secondary School, Peralam, Thiruvarur District, vocational Agriculture students along with faculty members visited the KVK campus from 02.11.2022 to 09.11.2022 as a part of a one-week Internship programme. Thiru.S.Jayasankar,Principal cum Programme Coordinator, gave an introductory speech about KVK, Madur, and overall activities towards serving the farming community in an effective manner, then followed by all SMS(s) taken lectures like ICT Tools and applications used in agriculture and allied sectors, Terrace garden techniques, organic inputs preparations –Panjakaviya and Fish acid solution, Hi-tech Nursery Techniques in Fruits and vegetable cultivation, Coconut Nursery, Mushroom Production Technologies(Milky and Oyster),Vermi Composting Techniques, Cattle, and Poultry Production and Management methods, Fisheries rearing techniques ..etc., and also students have visited all demo units at KVK campus and finally distributed training completion certificates to all students
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Scientist visit to KVK
Start Date: Wednesday, November 9, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : KVK, Karaikal has established a Regional Coconut Nursery under the sponsorship of Coconut Development and Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Puducherry. Mr.Sasikumar, Technical Officer, Coconut Development Board Regional Office, Chennai along with Mr.Saravanan, Agricultural Officer (Horticulture), Karaikal have made a joint inspection on the nursery unit on 09.11.2022. Dr.V.Aravinth SMS (Ag) and Mr.J.Kathiravan SMS(Hort) accompanied them and explained about the nursery.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demonstration on layering and budding techniques
Start Date: Wednesday, November 9, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : The students studying eleventh standard vocational agriculture group at Government Higher secondary school, Peralam being undergone an internship training programme at KVK for a period of 5 days. As part of the programme a method demonstration on budding and layering was conducted by Mr.J.KathiravanSMS(Horticulture).
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Vocational Agriculture School Students –One week Internship Programme –Press report
Start Date: Wednesday, November 2, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Govt. Higher Secondary School, Peralam, Thiruvarur District, vocational Agriculture students along with faculty members visited the KVK campus from 02.11.2022 to 09.11.2022 as a part of a one-week Internship programme. –News coverage in local dailies.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Hands on training on Mushroom Cultivation and Beekeeping
Start Date: Wednesday, November 9, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : School Students internship programme was conducted for six days in this programme Hands on training programme was conducted on Mushroom cultivation and bee keeping on 09.11.2022.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Hands on Training on Terrace gardening
Start Date: Tuesday, November 8, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, November 8, 2022

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : : Agalankannu village, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Hands on training on Terrace gardening was conducted to the students of Government Higher secondary school, Peralam. The students attended an Internship programme at KVK for a period of 5 days. As part of the programme an one day training on Terrace gardening was conducted to the students on 8.11.22. The students were trained to prepare soil mixture and sowing and planting of vegetable seeds and seedlings respectively. Mr.J.KathiravanSMS(Horticulture) has conducted the training programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Attended at RURBAN Review meeting
Start Date: Tuesday, November 8, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, November 8, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Conference Hall, DRDA, Puducherry
Description : The RURBAN Review meeting was held on 08.11.2022 at Conference Hall, DRDA, Puducherry under the Chairmanship of the Project Director, DRDA, Puducherry. During the meeting, Dr.A.Senthil SMS( Agrl . Extension) & Nodal Officer -Establishment of Mini Food Processing Unit under RURBAN scheme at KVK, Karaikal attended and present the current status of that project and follow the submit timeline for completion of the respective works.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Tuesday, November 8, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, November 8, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Lecture delivered on Importance of scientific management practices of Livestock and poultry
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Hand on training on Vermicompost Production, Azolla and Coconut Nursery Preparation
Start Date: Monday, November 7, 2022
End Date: Monday, November 7, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Students studying Vocational Agriculture group at Govt Hr Sec School, Peralam have been attending the Internship program at KVK. Session on Vermicompost Production Technology , Azolla cultivation and Nursery management on Coconut handled by SMS Agronomy
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Attended Monthly Research Extension Interface Session
Start Date: Thursday, November 3, 2022
End Date: Thursday, November 3, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : PAJANCO & RI, Karaikal
Description : Attended Monthly Research Extension Interface Session at PAJANCO&RI on 03.11.2022. Dean,ADA, Professor &Heads of various departments of PAJANCO&RI& Extension Functionaries of Dept. of Agrl.&Farmers Welfare ,Karaikal participated. Discussion about current scenario of field conditions and problems , usage of drone applications ..etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Method Demonstration on Cumbu Napier Co4 Fodder Slips cultivation under NICRA Scheme.
Start Date: Thursday, November 3, 2022
End Date: Thursday, November 3, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Athipadugai Village
Description : Method Demonstration of Cumbu Napier Co4 Fodder slips cultivation in dairy cows rearing was conducted at Athipadugai Village under NICRA project and 800 Nos. of Cumbu Napier Co4 fodder slips were distributed to beneficiaries.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Lecture delivered on Balanced diet and importance of vegetables
Start Date: Thursday, November 3, 2022
End Date: Thursday, November 3, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : The students studying eleventh standard vocational agriculture group at Government Higher secondary school, Peralam being undergone an internship training programme at KVK for a period of 5 days. As part of the programme a lecture was delivered on Balanced diet and importance of vegetables. Mr.J.Kathiravan SMS(Horticulture) handled the session and cleared the doubts of the students.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered “ KVK Roll and activities& ICT tools usages- one week Internship Programme for vocational Agriculture school students
Start Date: Wednesday, November 2, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Govt. Higher Secondary School, Peralam, Thiruvarur District, vocational Agriculture students along with faculty members visited the KVK campus from 02.11.2022 to 09.11.2022 as a part of a one-week Internship programme. Dr.A.Senthil, SMS(Agrl.Extension ) stresses on roll adnactivities of KVK and the importance of transferring technologies through Mobile Apps viz, UZHAVAN App, FARMS App,KISAN RATH App and e-Nam for marketing the product and also briefed about the TNAU-Agri tech Portal, Expert system.etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different farm and Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Saturday, October 1, 2022
End Date: Friday, October 28, 2022

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

National Special Campaign 2.0-PRESS REPORT
Start Date: Friday, October 28, 2022
End Date: Friday, October 28, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Special campaign 2.0 activities follow up –Press coverage -Published for Dailies
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

National Special Campaign 2.0
Start Date: Friday, October 21, 2022
End Date: Friday, October 21, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : The Principal cum Programme Coordinator, staff members, and labourers are involved in the cleaning of the front and back sides of the KVK administrative building.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Thursday, October 20, 2022
End Date: Thursday, October 20, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : Lecture delivered on Nursery technology for Coconut. Explain about nuts selection, Nursery preparation, planting methods and Irrigation.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News coverage on Distribution of Coconut climbers to the trainees attended Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree at KVK, Karaikal
Start Date: Tuesday, October 18, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : News on Distribution of Coconut climbers to the trainees attended Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree at KVK,Karaikal is published in today’s dailies. KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board, Regional office-Chennai are jointly organizing the Skill training on Friends of coconut tree from 10.10.2022 to 15.10.2022.About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme.Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal coordinated the programme. The district Collector has participated as chief guest in the programme organized at KVK on 17.10.2022 and distributed the coconut climbing devices to 20 participants who have attended the skill training at KVK.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Off Campus training on IPM in Brinjal
Start Date: Tuesday, October 18, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : Off campus training conducted at Pettai village on IPM in Brinjal to the Farmers by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on IPM in Coconut
Start Date: Tuesday, October 18, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : In Coconut Development Board training a lecture delivered on IPM in Coconut is conducted and demonstration on pheromone trap is conducted.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Web streamed Hon'ble PM's speech in the Inauguration of PM Kissan Samman Sammelan-PRESS Report
Start Date: Monday, October 17, 2022
End Date: Monday, October 17, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Webcasting - KVK campus
Description : Web streamed Hon'ble PM's speech in the Inauguration of PM Kissan Samman Sammelan-PRESS Report
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Web streamed Hon'ble PM's speech in the Inauguration of PM Kissan Samman Sammelan.
Start Date: Monday, October 17, 2022
End Date: Monday, October 17, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Webcasting - KVK campus
Description : 1.KVK Karaikal has organized webcasting the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated PM Kisan Samman Sammelan 2022 at ICAR and also inaugurated the Agri -Startup Conclave and Exhibition. 2. Conducted on campus Capacity building training on Clean Milk Production. 3. Distributed coconut climber under Friends of Coconut Tree training sponsored by CDB, Regional office, Chennai. 4. Distributed fish fingerlings under NICRA Project. 5. Distributed Battery operated Sprayers to SC rural youth under ICAR-SCSP-2022. The District Collector presided over the event and Addl. Director of Agriculture has given Felicitation address.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Stocking of fish fingerlings under NICRA Project
Start Date: Monday, October 17, 2022
End Date: Monday, October 17, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Athipadugai, Pettai & Neivacherry Villages
Description : The following carp varieties like Catla, Rohu and Mirgal each in 600 Nos. of fish fingerlings were stocked in the farmers pond and also 40 Kgs of Fish pellet feed were issued to farmers of Athipadugai, Pettai and neivacherry village farmer under the NICRA Programme . In this context totally 10 Nos. of farmers were benefited
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

On campus training on Clean Milk Production for capacity building of dairy farmers and farm women.
Start Date: Monday, October 17, 2022
End Date: Monday, October 17, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Addressed the farmers on the various topics of clean milk Production like Milk properties and microbiology, milk adulteration, personnel hygiene management, milk borne infection, strategies for clean milk production, Mastitis and its management, value addition in milk etc., by various resource persons.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Celebrated the "Mahila Kisan Diwas" with the theme "Millets: Empowering Women and providing Nutritional Security"-Webinar through online mode.
Start Date: Saturday, October 15, 2022
End Date: Saturday, October 15, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur - virtually
Description : KVK Karaikal has organized and celebrated the "Mahila Kisan Diwas" with the theme "Millets: Empowering Women and providing Nutritional Security"-Webinar through online mode on 15.10.2022 .On this occasion Welcome address given by:Dr.A.Senthil.SMS(Agrl.Extension),Inaugural &Key Note address given by:2.Thiru.S.Jayasankar.Principle cum Programme Coordinator, and following technical session -delivered a lecture on3.Dr.Uma Maheswari.CMO,CHC,Thirunallar-Role of Millets in women's Health.3.Dr.J.Vanitha Sri.Food Science & Nutrition,Kumbakonam.--The importance of millets and it is Value Addition.Vote of Thanks given by-Dr.V.Aravinth.SMS(Agronomy) and also created National Campaign 2.0-among the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree – 6th day
Start Date: Saturday, October 15, 2022
End Date: Saturday, October 15, 2022

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board, Regional office-Chennai are jointly organizing the Skill training on Friends of coconut tree from 10.10.2022 to 15.10.2022. In the sixth day of Skill training on Friends of coconut tree programmeCoconut Olympic was conducted for the trainees. All the participants were participated in the competition. Among them three trainees who climbed the tree in a shorter duration were selected and distributed with cash prize. About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme. Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal coordinated the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Celebration of World Egg Day
Start Date: Friday, October 14, 2022
End Date: Friday, October 14, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Government High School, Sethur.
Description : Addressed the school students (VIII and IX STD) on the various topics of Egg nutrition and importance of celebration of World Egg Day and also distributed Boiled eggs to the participants and also created awareness on Swachta campaign 2.0 programme among the students.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Lecture delivered on IDM in Coconut
Start Date: Friday, October 14, 2022
End Date: Friday, October 14, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK-Karaikal
Description : In Coconut Development Board training a lecture delivered on IDM in Coconut is conducted and 20 Rural youths was participated in the event
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Celebration of World Egg day - Press Coverage
Start Date: Friday, October 14, 2022
End Date: Friday, October 14, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Govt High School, Sethur
Description : Celebration of World Egg day 2022 and created awareness on importance of egg nutrition and also created awareness on swachta importance among the school students - Press Coverage – SMS(Vet)& SMS( Extn).
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree – 5th day
Start Date: Friday, October 14, 2022
End Date: Friday, October 14, 2022

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board, Regional office-Chennai are jointly organizing the Skill training on Friends of coconut tree from 10.10.2022 to 15.10.2022. In the fifth day of Skill training on Friends of coconut tree programmeDr.A.Senthil, SMS(Extn) handled a session on communication skills and time management. Dr.S.Divya, SMS(PP) handled the session on IDM in coconut. The master trainers trained the participants on crown cleaning techniques. About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme. Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal coordinated the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on communication skills, time management and decision making -Sponsored training on Friends of Coconut Tree
Start Date: Friday, October 14, 2022
End Date: Friday, October 14, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Lecture delivered on communication skills, time management and decision making. Sponsored training on Friends of Coconut Tree commenced at KVK on 14.10.2022
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Radio Talk
Start Date: Thursday, October 13, 2022
End Date: Thursday, October 13, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal
Description : Addressed the farmers through AIR as Live Phone in Programme and answered the quires of farmers though phone on management of animals and birds during rainy season.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree – 4th day
Start Date: Thursday, October 13, 2022
End Date: Thursday, October 13, 2022

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board, Regional office-Chennai are jointly organizing the Skill training on Friends of coconut tree from 10.10.2022 to 15.10.2022. In the fourth day of Skill training on Friends of coconut tree programmeField visit was made to the coconut plantation at Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture and Research Institute. Dr.Sherly, Assistant Professor (Horticulture) explained about nursery technology and Palm waste recycling techniques. About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme. Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal coordinated the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree – 3rd day
Start Date: Wednesday, October 12, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, October 12, 2022

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board, Regional office-Chennai are jointly organizing the Skill training on Friends of coconut tree from 10.10.2022 to 15.10.2022. In the third day of Skill training on Friends of coconut tree programmeDr.S.Divya SMS (PP) handled the session on IPM in coconut. Mr.C.Antonydass, Farm Manager and Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), demonstrated the fertilizer application method and root feeding of TNAU coconut tonic. Two master trainers gave training to climb the tree up to 15 feet height. About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme. Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal coordinated the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News coverage on Inauguration of Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree at KVK, Karaikal
Start Date: Wednesday, October 12, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, October 12, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : News coverage on Inauguration of Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree at KVK, Karaikal. KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board, Regional office-Chennai are jointly organizing the Skill training on Friends of coconut tree from 10.10.2022 to 15.10.2022. Skill training on Friends of coconut tree has been inaugurated at KVK, Karaikal on 10.10.2022. Thiru. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator of this Kendra has inaugurated the training. Thiru. R. Venkateswaran, Head of Programmes has participated as chief guest and delivered Special address. About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme. Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal coordinated the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Scientist Visit to Famers Field
Start Date: Wednesday, October 12, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, October 12, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai, Karaikal
Description : Field visit to Samba season Rice nursery field and gave advisory about INM and IWM
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News coverage on Inauguration of Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree at KVK, Karaikal
Start Date: Tuesday, October 11, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, October 11, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : News coverage on Inauguration of Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree at KVK, Karaikal. KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board, Regional office-Chennai are jointly organizing the Skill training on Friends of coconut tree from 10.10.2022 to 15.10.2022. Skill training on Friends of coconut tree has been inaugurated at KVK, Karaikal on 10.10.2022. Thiru. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator of this Kendra has inaugurated the training. Thiru. R. Venkateswaran, Head of Programmes has participated as chief guest and delivered Special address. About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme. Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal coordinated the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree – 2nd day
Start Date: Tuesday, October 11, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, October 11, 2022

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board, Regional office-Chennai are jointly organizing the Skill training on Friends of coconut tree from 10.10.2022 to 15.10.2022. In the Second day of Skill training on Friends of coconut tree programmeThiru.S.Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator handled a session on Leadership qualities. Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikalhandled the sessions on Introduction to Coconut palm, cultivation, climate soil requirements, Varietiesand Integrated Nutrient Management in coconut. Two master trainers gave training to climb the tree up to 10 feet height. About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme. Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal coordinated the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree - 1st day
Start Date: Monday, October 10, 2022
End Date: Monday, October 10, 2022

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal and Coconut Development Board, Regional office-Chennai are jointly organizing the Skill training on Friends of coconut tree from 10.10.2022 to 15.10.2022. Skill training on Friends of coconut tree has been inaugurated at KVK, Karaikal on 10.10.2022. Thiru. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator of this Kendra has inaugurated the training. Thiru. R. Venkateswaran, Head of Programmes has participated as chief guest and delivered Special address. Dr.V.Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy) handled the session on Mother palm selection and Nursery technology. Two master trainers gave introduction about coconut climbing device and trained the trainees for fixing the coconut climber on the tree. About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme. Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal coordinated the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News Paper Coverage (Celebration of World Cotton Day - 2022)
Start Date: Saturday, October 8, 2022
End Date: Saturday, October 8, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - on Training on Celebration of World Cotton Day – 2022 - Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy) Daily: Dinamani
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Celebration of World Cotton Day - 2022
Start Date: Friday, October 7, 2022
End Date: Friday, October 7, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Nedungadu Village
Description : The theme for 2022’s celebration of World Cotton Day appears to be “Weaving a better future for cotton,” as apparent from the posters released by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO). The theme looks at sustainable farming of cotton to help improve the lives of cotton workers, such as labourers and smallholders and their families
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Animal Health camp under NICRA Scheme.
Start Date: Thursday, October 6, 2022
End Date: Thursday, October 6, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : team of doctors from animal husbandry department and SMS Veterinary KVK Karaikal has treated 93 Nos, of cattle, 177 Nos. of goats and 382 Nos. of birds
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Attended Monthly Research Extension Interface Session
Start Date: Thursday, October 6, 2022
End Date: Thursday, October 6, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : PAJANCO&RI, Karaikal
Description : Attended Monthly Research Extension Interface Session at PAJANCO&RI on 6.10.2022. Dean(I/c),Professor &Heads of various departments of PAJANCO&RI, DD, Extension Functionaries of Dept. of Agrl.&Farmers Welfare ,Karaikal participated. Discussion about current scenario of field conditions and problems , usage of drone applications ..etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

On campus training on Desi Chicken rearing in backyard for capacity building of Poultry farmers of NICRA Villages.
Start Date: Tuesday, October 4, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, October 4, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Addressed the farmers on the various topics of Desi Chicken rearing in backyard and clarified their queries.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Field visit to Ragi field
Start Date: Monday, October 3, 2022
End Date: Monday, October 3, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : Field visit was made to the Ragi field at Pettai village. As recommended by the KVK the farmer has cultivated the Ragi crop in order to over come the labour shortage and high cost of cultivation in paddy. Dr.V.Aravinth SMS (Ag) and Mr.J.Kathiravan SMS(Hort) have visited the ragi field and observed the yield parameters.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Attended meeting on Central Government schemes Review
Start Date: Saturday, October 1, 2022
End Date: Saturday, October 1, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Administrative Building, Karaikal
Description : Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) meeting reviewed central govt. schemes under the chairmanship of Hon'ble Puducherry Lok saba MP & RS(MP), District Collector , MLA's and all department officials from Karaikal participated on 01.10.2022 at Perunthalivar Kamarajar Administrative building, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Animal Health camp under NICRA Scheme.
Start Date: Thursday, September 29, 2022
End Date: Thursday, September 29, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Neivacherry Village
Description : team of doctors from animal husbandry department and SMS Veterinary KVK Karaikal has treated 44nos, of cattle, 48 goats, 198 birds and 2 dogs
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

News Paper Coverage (Training on Biofertlizer seed treatment in Rice crop)
Start Date: Wednesday, September 28, 2022
End Date: Thursday, September 29, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - on Training on Biofertlizer seed treatment in Rice crop conducted conducted at Vizhithiyur Village - Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy)
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm and Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Thursday, September 1, 2022
End Date: Thursday, September 29, 2022

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

On campus training on Feeding Strategies for better performance in milch animals for capacity building of dairy farmers and farm women.
Start Date: Monday, September 26, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Addressed the farmers on the various topics of cattle feeding like lactating cows, pregnant cows, calf and heifer feeding and sick animal feeding by various resource persons.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Off campus training on SRI Cultivation in Rice crop
Start Date: Wednesday, September 28, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, September 28, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Kannapur Village
Description : Addressed the farmers on the topics of selection of samba Rice varieties, Mat nursery preparation, planting methods, Uses of Leaf colour chart and Integrated Weed Management and answered various doubts of the farmers. More than 20 farmers participated and benefited in this training.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On Campus training on Mushroom Cultivation
Start Date: Tuesday, September 27, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, September 27, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK-Karaikal
Description : On campus training conducted at KVK on Mushroom Cultivation to Rural youth by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Green Fodder Cultivation
Start Date: Tuesday, September 27, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, September 27, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, ThirunallarTk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : Capacity building programme on “Feeding strategies for better performance of Milch animals” has been conducted to the farmers at KVK, Karaikal. As part of this programme a lecture was delivered on “Green fodder cultivation techniques”. About 40 farmers were attended the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Usage and demonstration on mobile app and software for animal husbandry sectors
Start Date: Tuesday, September 27, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, September 27, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Capacity building programme on “Feeding strategies for better performance of Milch animals” has been conducted to the farmers at KVK, Karaikal. As part of this programme a lecture was delivered on “Usage and demonstration on mobile app and software for animal husbandry sectors”. About 40 farmers were attended the programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Tuesday, September 27, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, September 27, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Poovam Village
Description : Lecture delivered on Importance of Cattle nutrition and its scientific feeding management practices.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Off campus training on Biofertlizer seed treatment in Rice crop
Start Date: Tuesday, September 27, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, September 27, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Vizhithiyur Village
Description : Addressed the farmers on the topics of selection of samba Rice varieties, methods of using bio-fertilizer and Azosphos biofertlizer seed treatment with help of seed drum and answered various doubts of the farmers. More than 25 farmers participated and benefited in this training.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News Paper Coverage (District Collector cum Chairman visit to KVK)
Start Date: Monday, September 26, 2022
End Date: Monday, September 26, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : New paper Message on District Collector cum Chairman visit to KVK at KVK, Karaikal - Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy)
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Monday, September 26, 2022
End Date: Monday, September 26, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Explained about Hydroponics unit structure, suitable seeds, quantity to feed the cattle and poultry and its uses.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Monday, September 26, 2022
End Date: Monday, September 26, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Explained about Hydroponics unit structure, suitable seeds, quantity to feed the cattle and poultry and its uses.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

VIP visit to KVK Karaikal.
Start Date: Sunday, September 25, 2022
End Date: Sunday, September 25, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The District Collector cum Chairman visited our KVK on 25.09.22 He was explained about the activities of KVK and given hands on information about the various demonstrations units established at KVK
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration of Seed treatment Bacilus subtilis in Rice
Start Date: Friday, September 23, 2022
End Date: Friday, September 23, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Subarayapuram village
Description : Demonstration of seed treatment with Bacilus subtilis is conducted at Subarayapuram village in Rice field as technology dissemination to the farmers by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to Herbal garden
Start Date: Thursday, September 22, 2022
End Date: Thursday, September 22, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Athipadugai Village
Description : Field visit was made to the herbal garden established by a farmer Mr.Gurumoorthi at Athipadugai village. Mr.S.Jayasankar, Programme coordinator , Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) and Dr.V.Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy) have visited the herbal garden and clarified the doubts of the farmer on different propagation techniques of medicinal plants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Animal Health camp under NICRA Scheme.
Start Date: Thursday, September 22, 2022
End Date: Thursday, September 22, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Athipadugai Village
Description : Team of doctors from animal husbandry department and SMS Veterinary KVK Karaikal has treated 131 nos, of cattle, 206 goats, 180 birds, 4 ducks and 2 dogs
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

On Campus training on Value Addition in Fish
Start Date: Wednesday, September 21, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : On campus training conducted at KVK on Value Addition in Fish to the SHG members by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Group meeting at NICRA Villages
Start Date: Monday, September 19, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai, Athipadugai and Neivacherry villages of Karaikal District
Description : Monthly meeting was conducted at NICRA Villages under NICRA project about Technology Demonstration Components and identified the benefices of NICRA village farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Tuesday, September 20, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, September 20, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Poovam village.
Description : Lecture delivered on Importance of Azolla cultivation and its demonstration. Hands on training about soil mixture preparation, Collection of fresh Azolla, Filling of Azolla bag with Soil mixture.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on Nutrition gardening
Start Date: Saturday, September 17, 2022
End Date: Saturday, September 17, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal district.
Description : An awareness campaign onNutrition gardening has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal. Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal has delivered lecture on Establishment of Nutrigarden. About 100 anganwadi workers have attended the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

National Campaign on Poshan Abiyan and Tree Plantation programme
Start Date: Saturday, September 17, 2022
End Date: Saturday, September 17, 2022

Event Category : Poshan Vatika Maha Abhiyan & Tree Plantation 2021
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK Karaikal and IFFCO, Puducherry have jointly organized a National Campaign on Poshan Abhiyan and Tree Plantation Program on 17.09.2022 at the KVK campus.On this occasion, Dr.B.Gobu, SMS(Veteniary) welcomes the gathering of all participants (Anganwadi workers of Karaikal district). Followed by a technical session delivered:1.Dr.S.Saravankaumar. MD., Homeopathy Physician, CHC, Thirunallar- the importance of nutritional food and health management. 2.Thiru.J.Kathiravan.SMS(Horticulture)-Nutri-Garden demonstration. 3. Dr.S.Divya.SMS(PP)-Bio-Fortified crop varieties. 4. Dr.V.Aravinth.SMS(Agronomy)-Nutritional cereals on human health. A vote of thanks was given by Dr.A. Senthil.SMS (Agrl. Extension). A vegetable seed kit and coconut tree saplings were distributed to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

To create awareness on Nutrition To impart knowledge on establishment of nutrigarden To make clean environment through mass tree planting – PRESS Report
Start Date: Saturday, September 17, 2022
End Date: Saturday, September 17, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Press news published by Dailies
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Group meeting with SHG members for Needs assessment
Start Date: Friday, September 16, 2022
End Date: Friday, September 16, 2022

Event Category : Group Meetings
Venue : Block Development Office, Karaikal
Description : Needs assessment for implementing Entrepreneurship Development Programme under SCSP component was conducted at Block Development Office, Karaikal. SHG members of various villages have participated in this programme. Subject Matter Specialists of KVK have explained about various programmes to be implemented under SCSP. The participants told about their needs and clarified their doubts about the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Method Demonstration on Mineral supplementation in dairy cows under NICRA Scheme.
Start Date: Thursday, September 15, 2022
End Date: Thursday, September 15, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Neivacherry Village
Description : Method Demonstration of Mineral supplementation in dairy cows was conducted at Neivacherry Village under NICRA project and smart mineral mixture 1 Kg packets were distributed to beneficiaries.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Diagnostic visit to Coconut plantation
Start Date: Thursday, September 15, 2022
End Date: Thursday, September 15, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Melavanjur
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to a coconut plantation at MelaVanjur village. Nutrient deficiency and Leaf rot disease were noticed. Recommended to apply FYM, neemcake, DAP and Muriate of Potash in the soil followed by foliar application of copper oxy chloride @2.5g/lit.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demonstration of Bacillus subtilis seed treatment in Rice
Start Date: Thursday, September 15, 2022
End Date: Thursday, September 15, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Athipadugai village
Description : Demonstration of seed treatment is conducted at Athipadugai village as technology dissemination to the farmers by SMS(PP) and SMS(Agr) under NICRA scheme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off-Campus training on Importance and benefits of Mineral Mixture in Dairy cattle under NICRA project.
Start Date: Thursday, September 15, 2022
End Date: Thursday, September 15, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Neivacherry Village
Description : Off-Campus training on Importance and benefits of Mineral Mixture in Dairy cattle was conducted at Neivacherry Village under NICRA project and Mineral Mixture packets were distributed to the beneficiaries.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration on mat type nursery for Rice crop
Start Date: Tuesday, September 13, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, September 13, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Ambagarathur, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Demonstration on mat type nursery for Rice crop. In this event hands on training given to the farmers about Preparation of soil mixture, Filling the soil mixture and sowing of pre germinated Rice seed sowing. More than 15 farmers participated in this training. Rice seeds and inputs were distributed to the OFT farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Attended Research Extension Interface session
Start Date: Thursday, September 8, 2022
End Date: Thursday, September 8, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : PAJANCOA & RI, Karaikal
Description : SMS (PP) and SMS(Extn) , Professor and Head of Agronomy, Horticulture, Entomology of PAJANCOA & RI and Line department officials of Department of Agriculture and farmers welfare were participated and discussed the current issues in the standing crops of Karaikal District. 22 no. officials were participated in the event.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Radio talk (Phone in programme on Pandhal Vegetable cultivation)
Start Date: Thursday, September 8, 2022
End Date: Thursday, September 8, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal
Description : The SMS (Horticulture) of KVK, Karaikal has participated in the Phone in programme on ICM practices in Brinjal at All India Radio, Karaikal. Various management practices viz., nutrient management, soil health management pest and disease management were described during the programme. In this live programme farmers contacted the SMS over phone and clarified their doubts in Pandhal vegetable cultivation
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

In service Training to the Demonstration Assistant of Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare- Completion – Certificate distribution – PRESS Report
Start Date: Saturday, September 3, 2022
End Date: Saturday, September 3, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : ADA Office,Karaikal
Description : Press news published by Dailies
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different farm and livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Monday, August 1, 2022
End Date: Monday, August 29, 2022

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Field visit to Rice field
Start Date: Friday, August 26, 2022
End Date: Friday, August 26, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Ambagarathur Village
Description : Field visit is conducted at Ambagarathur village in Rice field and given advisory services for the management of Earhead bug to the farmers by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

In service Training to the Demonstration Assistant of Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare- Exposure Visit
Start Date: Thursday, August 25, 2022
End Date: Friday, August 26, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : ADAC&RI,HC&RIW,NRCB –Trichy , VCRI-Orthanadu and TRRI,Aduthurai .
Description : KVK, Karaikal has organized In service Training to the Demonstration Assistant of Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare-Exposure Visit on 25 &26.08.2022 at ADACRI, Trichirappalli .Session, farm and demo units visit:Technical session delivered by Dr.Janaki .Asst.Prof- Vermi compost techniques .Dr.Umamaheswari. Asst.Prof.Bio-Fertilizers Production and utilization methods then follow up HC&RIW ,Dr.Krishanmoorthy.Assoc.Prof.-High density planting techniques in horticultural crops ,grafting and layering techniques. NRCB ,Trichy. Dr.I.Ravi.Principal Scientist - Banana cultivation techniques, post harvest management and Banana value added products . VC&RI,Orathanadu Dr.V..Sasikala.Asst.Prof-Livestock Farming Practices.Dr.K.P.Saravanan.Assist. Prof. -Dairy Farming practices. TRRI), Aduthurai. Dr.Anandhakrishanveni Assistant.Prof.-Rice &Rice based cropping system. Dr.M.Dhandapani.Assistant Prof. -High Yielding Varieties released from TRRI
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Diagnostic visit to Kitchen garden
Start Date: Thursday, August 25, 2022
End Date: Thursday, August 25, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Surakudi Village
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to a Kitchen garden at Surakudi village. Nutrient deficiency symptoms were seen in vegetables grown in that garden. Advised the farmer to apply vermicompost and groundnut oilcake for better growth of the crops.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Group meeting at NICRA Villages
Start Date: Wednesday, August 24, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai, Athipadugai and Neivacherry villages of Karaikal District
Description : Explained about Technology Demonstration Components and identified the benefices of NICRA village farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News Paper Coverage (Samba Rice Nursery Management)
Start Date: Wednesday, August 24, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Samba Rice Nursery Management - Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy)
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Off Campus training on IPDM in Rice
Start Date: Tuesday, August 23, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Puthakudi Village
Description : Off campus training conducted at Puthakudi on IPM in Rice to the farmers by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Radio Talk.
Start Date: Tuesday, August 23, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR – FM – at Karaikal station.
Description : Radio Talk on “Soil Health Management” in AIR-FM, Karaikal on 23.08.2022 (Recorded) to the benefit of Farmers & Farm Women.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration of pheromone trap in Rice
Start Date: Tuesday, August 23, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Puthakudi village
Description : Demonstration of Pheromone trap is conducted at Puthakudi village in Rice field as technology dissemination to the farmers by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Advisory Service
Start Date: Friday, August 19, 2022
End Date: Friday, August 19, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : KVK Karaikal given advisory service on fish harvest in fish pond on19-8-2022 at Pettai Village in Thirunallar Commune. During the harvest of Carp Variety fishes, Farmer advised to stock the unmature fishes in another fish culture pond
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Diagnostic visit to Kitchen garden
Start Date: Thursday, August 18, 2022
End Date: Thursday, August 18, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Thirunallar
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to a Kitchen garden at Thirunallar village. Nutrient deficiency symptoms were seen in vegetables grown in that garden. Advised the farmer to apply 19:19:19 water soluble fertilizer through foliar spray.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

On campus training on INM in Coconut
Start Date: Thursday, August 18, 2022
End Date: Thursday, August 18, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : On campus training on INM in Coconut was conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 18.08.22. Usage of organic manures, biofertilizers, macro and micronutrients were taught to the participants. Root feeding technique of TNAU Coconut tonic was also taught to the trainees. Mr.S.Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator inaugurated the training. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) conducted the training. About 18 youth have attended the training programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Awareness campaign on Har Ghar Jhanda program and tree plantation drive
Start Date: Friday, August 12, 2022
End Date: Friday, August 12, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Government Middle School, Neyvachery Thirunallar commune, Karaikal district
Description : As part of Har Ghar Jhanda program under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Tree plantation drive was conducted by KVK Karaikal at Government Middle School, Neyvacheri. About 265 students and 9 teachers were participated in this programme. J. Kathiravan SMS (Horticulture) hoisted the National Flag and addressed about Freedom Fighters. Dr.A.Senthil, SMS (Extension) addressed about Patriotism. Planting of tree saplings in the school premises was also carried out. Distributed flags & groundnut burffies to the students.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Awareness campaign on Har Ghar Jhanda program and tree plantation drive
Start Date: Friday, August 12, 2022
End Date: Friday, August 12, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Athipadugai village, Thirunallar Tk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : As part of Har Ghar Jhanda program under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Tree plantation drive was conducted by KVK Karaikal at Athipadugai village, Thirunallar Tk, Karaikal Dt. Mr.N.Ravi, Commissioner, Commune Panchayat of Thirunallar participated as Chief Guest and initiated the tree plantation drive. J. Kathiravan SMS (Horticulture) addressed about Har Ghar Jhanda program. About 25 farmers from Athipadugai village have participated in this programme. 30 number of tree saplings were planted in that village.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Thursday, August 11, 2022
End Date: Thursday, August 11, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Nedungadu, Karaikal.
Description : Explained about Samba season Rice varieties, INM, IWM and Harvest to the Rice growing farmers of Karaikal District.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

To create awareness about “Har Ghar Tirang” campaign and the importance of Nutri -garden among school children
Start Date: Thursday, August 11, 2022
End Date: Thursday, August 11, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Govt .Primary School-Kannapoor(DFI & Adopted Village),Thirunallar commune
Description : KVK, Karaikal has organized Har Ghar Tiranga’ is a campaign under the aegis of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav to encourage people to bring the Tiranga home and to hoist it to mark the 75th year of India’s independence. As part of a programme to create awareness about “Har Ghar Tirang” campaign and the importance of Nutri -garden among school children on 11.08.2022 at Govt.Primary School-Kannapoor(DFI & Adopted Village),Thirunallar commune.SMS(Horticulture) has narrated the importance of importance of Nutri -garden among school children.SMS(Agrl.Extension) has jointly organized with school teachers.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

To create awareness about “Har Ghar Tirang” campaign and the importance of Nutri -garden among school children –PRESS Report
Start Date: Thursday, August 11, 2022
End Date: Thursday, August 11, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Govt .Primary School-Kannapoor(DFI & Adopted Village),Thirunallar commune
Description : Press news published by Dailies
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Sponsored training on Dairy Cattle Management
Start Date: Monday, August 8, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : The NABARD sponsored Capacity building for Adoption of Technology programme on Dairy Cattle Management has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal from 08.08.2022 to 10.08.2022. The programme was inaugurated by Lead Bank Manager of Puducherry in the presence of District Development manager, NABARD, Puducherry. The Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering. The programme was conducted as two days in-house training and one day exposure visit. Subject Matter Specialists of KVK and experts from VUTRC and PAJANCOA handled the technical sessions. Distributed booklet and certificate to all the participants on final day of the programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

News Paper Coverage (Demonstration on Nano urea application for Rice by using drone)
Start Date: Monday, August 8, 2022
End Date: Monday, August 8, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Demonstration on Nano urea application for Rice by using drone programme conducted at KVK Campus under NICRA project - Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy)
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News Paper Coverage (Pre Season Samba Rice Cultivation)
Start Date: Saturday, August 6, 2022
End Date: Saturday, August 6, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Pre Season Samba Rice Cultivation seminar programme conducted at KVK Campus - Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy)
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration on Nano urea application for Rice by using drone under NICRA Scheme.
Start Date: Friday, August 5, 2022
End Date: Friday, August 5, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : We have organized field demonstration programme on “Nano urea application for Rice by using drone” at KVK, Karaikal on 05.08.2022 under NICRA Scheme. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering. Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal explain the uses of Nano urea and application method using drones and he told Nano urea is easy to use in the fields compared to solid forms of urea. Its application also gives an 8% increase in yield. More areas could be covered with the usage of drones. For instance, an acre could be covered in a short span of five minutes. Its usage also reduces the need for manual labour during labour shortages. Finally, Dr. A. Senthil, SMS (Agrl. Extension), KVK, Karaikal proposed vote of thanks. Around 78 Rice Cultivation Farmers were participated in this Programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On campus Seminar on Pre Season Samba Rice Cultivation
Start Date: Friday, August 5, 2022
End Date: Friday, August 5, 2022

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : We have organized Seminar programme on “Integrated Crop Management in Samba Rice” at KVK, Karaikal on 05.08.2022. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering. Followed by Dr. A. Anuratha, Assistant Professor (SS&AC), AC&RI, Nagapattinam delivered lecture on Varietal Selection of Kuruvai Rice and Mechanization in Rice cultivation, Dr. P. Saravanane, Associate Professor of Agronomy, PAJANCO & RI, Karaikal delivered lecture on Integrated Weed Management in Rice, Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plant protection), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on IPDM in Rice Crop and Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on Integrated Nutrient Management and Demonstration on Seed treatment in Rice. Finally, Dr. A. Senthil, SMS (Agrl. Extension), KVK, Karaikal proposed vote of thanks. Around 92 Samba season Rice Cultivation Farmers were participated in this Programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Attended Research Extension Interface session
Start Date: Thursday, August 4, 2022
End Date: Thursday, August 4, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : PAJANCOA &RI, Karaikal
Description : SMS (PP), SMS(Horti) and SMS(Extn) Professor and Head of Agronomy, Horticulture, Entomology of PAJANCOA & RI and Line department officials of Department of Agriculture and farmers welfare were participated and discussed the current issues in the standing crops of Karaikal District. 20 no. officials were participated in the event.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

On-Campus training on Importance and benefits of Traditional Rice and Management practices on Saline problem soils.
Start Date: Thursday, August 4, 2022
End Date: Thursday, August 4, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : Addressed the farmers on the topics of Traditional rice varieties, method of fertilizing, preparation of enriched manure, methods of using bio-fertilizer and Management practices on Saline problem soils. More than 15 farmers participated in this training. Rice seeds and inputs were distributed to the OFT farmers
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Farmers seminar on Aadi patta vegetable cultivation
Start Date: Tuesday, August 2, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, August 2, 2022

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : A district level farmers seminar on Aadi patta Vegetable cultivation has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 2.8.2022. Mr.P.R.Siva, MLA of Thirunallar constituency inaugurated the seminar. He emphasised that the area under vegetable cultivation has to be increased in Thirunallar region. Farmers should get advice from KVK to increase the productivity of vegetables, he added. Mr.S.Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator of KVK said that the farmers of Karaikal district use to cultivate in two major seasons viz., Thai pattam and Aadi pattam. During these seasons the KVK conducts demonstrations and trainings to dissiminate latest technologies in vegetable cultivation to the farming community. Dr.V.Kanthasamy, Professor of Horticulture, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture and Research Institute, Karaikal delivered lecture on Productivity enhancement techniques in Vegetables. Exhibition on different vegetable varieties and organic inputs was also arranged. About 78 farmers were befitted
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different farm and livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Friday, July 1, 2022
End Date: Sunday, July 31, 2022

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Off campus Training on Importance of Nutri-garden among the school children ” –PRESS Report
Start Date: Friday, July 29, 2022
End Date: Friday, July 29, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Govt. Girls. Higher Sec. School, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Press news published by Dailies
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Off campus Training on “Importance of Nutri-garden among the school children”
Start Date: Thursday, July 28, 2022
End Date: Thursday, July 28, 2022

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Govt. Girls. Higher Secondary School. Thirunallar
Description : KVK, Karaikal was conducted the Off campus training on “Importance of Nutri-garden among the school children on 28.07.2022 at Govt. Girls. Higher Secondary School. Thirunallar . SMS (Horticulture) stresses on the importance of filed preparation, seed rate, weed management, irrigation management, IP&DM, harvesting on Nutri-garden among the school children. SMS (Extension) has organized the training programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Field Visit to Famers Field
Start Date: Thursday, July 28, 2022
End Date: Thursday, July 28, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Thirunallar Village
Description : Field visit to Kuruvai Rice field and gave advisory about Weed management and Integrated Nutrient Management.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Scientist Visit to Integrated Farming System Unit
Start Date: Thursday, July 28, 2022
End Date: Thursday, July 28, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Nedungadu Village
Description : Field visit to Integrated Farming System and given advisory services for Fodder cultivation.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Off campus training on Integrated Crop management practices in Gourds
Start Date: Wednesday, July 27, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Agalankannu village, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : An off campus training on Integrated Crop management practices in Gourds has been conducted at Agalankannu village on 27.07.2022. Usage of PGR for improving female production, application of Vegetable special, usage of fruit fly traps and bio control agents were taught to the farmers. About 20 vegetable growers from Agalankannu village have participated in this programme. Mr.J.Kathiravan SMS(Horticulture) has conducted the training programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

On campus training on Mushroom Cultivation
Start Date: Wednesday, July 27, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK-Madur, Karaikal
Description : Mushroom Cultivation training is conducted to the SHG members on spawn preparation, mushroom cultivation and marketing
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off Campus Training on Improved feeding practices in Desi Chicken
Start Date: Tuesday, July 26, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Kottucherry Village
Description : One day off campus training programme was conducted in Kottucherry village of Karaikal District on 26-07-2022 in topic “Improved feeding practices in desi Chicken” for the benefit of Farmers and farm women. The various types of improved feeding practices was explained by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary) of KVK, Karaikal to the participants and method demonstration on Azolla cultivation was also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Diagnostic field visit
Start Date: Monday, July 25, 2022
End Date: Monday, July 25, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Thirunallar
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to a farmer’s field at Thirunallar. Nutrient deficiency in banana and damping off in chilli were noticed. Advised the farmer to apply Urea and Muriate of potash to the banana plantain and soil drenching with copper oxy chloride to the vegetable nursery.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Off Campus Training on Heneral care and management of goat kids
Start Date: Saturday, July 23, 2022
End Date: Saturday, July 23, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Melaooduthurai Village
Description : One day off campus training programme was conducted in Melaooduthurai village of Karaikal District on 23-07-2022 in topic “General care and Management of goat kids” for the benefit of Farmers and farm women. The various types of management practices of goat kids was explained by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary) of KVK, Karaikal to the participants and method demonstration on deworming practices on control on worm infestation was also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Lecture Delivered on IPM in Rice and Pulses
Start Date: Friday, July 22, 2022
End Date: Friday, July 22, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Lecture delivered is conducted on Major Pest of Rice and Pulses and IPM technology was disseminated to the Demonstration Assistant working in Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field day in Coconut
Start Date: Friday, July 22, 2022
End Date: Friday, July 22, 2022

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Neravy
Description : IPM technology was disseminated to the farmers attended the Field day and success farmer is discussed on the demonstration that was conducted in their field during (FLD-Coconut) trail. Agriculture Officer from Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare of Neravy Commune also participated in the event.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

On Campus Training on Paneer preparation
Start Date: Friday, July 22, 2022
End Date: Friday, July 22, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : One day on campus training programme was conducted in KVK campus of Karaikal District on 22-07-2022 in topic “Paneer preparation for the benefit of SHG’s members, Farmers and farm women. Hands on training on paneer [reparation was demonstrate by Dr.R. Athiyamaan Assistant Professor of PAJANCOA&RI, Karaikal to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Conducted of Participatory Rural Appraisal(PRA) under NICRA Project –PRESS Report
Start Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2022
End Date: Thursday, July 21, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai & Neyvacherry Villages, Thirunalalr Commune
Description : Press news published by Dailies
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Conducted of Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) Programme under NICRA Project
Start Date: Thursday, July 21, 2022
End Date: Thursday, July 21, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Neivacherry village Thirunallar
Description : KVK, Karaikal was organized the Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) Programme under NICRA Project on 21.07.2022 at Neivacherry Village –Thirunallar commune. SMS (Agrl.Extension ) has conducted PRA activities like Social mapping, Resource mapping, understanding group dynamics, role reversals, feedback sessions. Surveying and sampling, transect walks, wealth ranking, Interviewing, focus group discussions, etc to the farmers, farm women, rural youth and SHG’s members. SMS (Agronomy), SRF –NICRA project, Dept Agrl & Farmers welfare officials were participated.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture Delivered to Agriculture department field staff.
Start Date: Thursday, July 21, 2022
End Date: Thursday, July 21, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Lecture Delivered to demonstration assistant of agriculture department, Karaikal on Piggery farming and demonstration of Azolla and Forage crop production
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Diagnostic visit and advisory services
Start Date: Thursday, July 21, 2022
End Date: Thursday, July 21, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Ambagarathur and Petai Palur
Description : IPM technology was disseminated to the farmers for management of rice leaf mite in Rice
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Advisory service
Start Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Vizhidiyur Village
Description : KVK Karaikal given advisory service on fish harvest in fish pond on 20-7-2022 at Vizhidiyur Village in Neravy Commune. During the harvest of Carp Variety fishes, Farmer advised to stock the unmature fishes in another fish culture pond
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Off Campus training on IPM in Coconut
Start Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Neravy
Description : Off campus training conducted at Neravy on IPM in Coconut to the farmers by SMS(PP)
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Conducted of Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) Programme under NICRA Project
Start Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village Thirunallar
Description : KVK, Karaikal was organized the Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) Programme under NICRA Project on 20.07.2022 at Pettai Village –Thirunalalr commune. SMS (Agrl.Extension ) has conducted PRA activities like Social mapping, Resource mapping, understanding group dynamics, role reversals, feedback sessions. Surveying and sampling, transect walks, wealth ranking, Interviewing, focus group discussions, etc to the farmers, farm women, rural youth and SHG’s members. SMS (Agronomy), SRF –NICRA project, Dept Agrl & Farmers welfare officials were participated.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Explained about unit structure, quantity of Azolla to feed the cattle and poultry, Nutrient values of Azolla and its uses.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Capacity Building Training on “Improved Feeding practices in Dairy Cattle”
Start Date: Monday, July 18, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Three days on campus capacity building training programme was conducted at KVK Campus from 18.07.2022 to 20.07.2022 in topic “Improved Feeding Practices in dairy cattle” for the benefit of Farmers and farm women. The Scientists of the KVK were delivered lectures on Forge crops cultivation, Azolla cultivation, hydro phonic fodder cultivation and silage making. Booklet and Certificates were also distributed to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Off campus Training on “Fodder Sorghum (CO-31) cultivation practices” to the Farmers
Start Date: Tuesday, July 19, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Vadakattalai Village(DFI),Nedungadu Commune
Description : KVK, Karaikal was conducted the Off campus training on “Fodder Sorghum (CO-31) cultivation practices on 17.07.2022 at Vadakattalai(DFI) Village-Nedungadu Commune. . SMS (Agronomy) stresses on the importance of filed preparation, seed rate, weed management, irrigation management, IP&DM, harvesting …etc, SMS (Extension) has organized the training programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered on Integrated Crop Management in Fodder Sorghum (Co Fs 31)
Start Date: Tuesday, July 19, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Vadakattalai Village, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Explained about land preparation, fertilizer application, , quantity to feed the cattle and its uses.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration of field release of Chrysoperla predator against RSW in Coconut
Start Date: Tuesday, July 19, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK - Karaikal
Description : IPM technology was disseminated to the farmers for management of RSW in Coconut
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off campus Training on “Fodder Sorghum (CO-31) cultivation practices” –PRESS Report
Start Date: Tuesday, July 19, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Vadakattalai Village(DFI),Nedungadu Commune
Description : Press news published by Dailies
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Monday, July 18, 2022
End Date: Monday, July 18, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Karaikal
Description : Explained about Hydroponics unit structure, suitable seeds, quantity to feed the cattle and poultry and its uses.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on Green Fodder Cultivation
Start Date: Monday, July 18, 2022
End Date: Monday, July 18, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar Tk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : Capacity building programme on Improved feeding practices in dairy cattle has been conducted to the farmers at KVK, Karaikal. As part of this programme a lecture was delivered on “Green fodder cultivation techniques”. About 40 farmers were attended the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

ICAR Foundation Day celebration & Release of nationwide DFI Success Stories (webcasting outreach programme)–PRESS Report
Start Date: Saturday, July 16, 2022
End Date: Saturday, July 16, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Press news published by Dailies
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

ICAR Foundation Day celebration & Release of nationwide DFI Success Stories (webcasting outreach programme)
Start Date: Saturday, July 16, 2022
End Date: Saturday, July 16, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK KARAIKAL –Virtual mode
Description : KVK, Karaikal has organized ICAR Foundation Day celebration & Release of nationwide DFI Success Stories (webcasting outreach programme) through virtual mode on 16.07.2022 at KVK campus. Shri Narendra Singh Tomar, Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare while inaugurating the “94th Foundation Day of ICAR & Awards Ceremony - 2022” held at the National Agricultural Science Centre Complex, New Delhi. As a part of the “Bharat Ka Amrut Mahotsav” to commemorate 75 Years of India’s Independence, the Union Minister, Shri Narendra Singh Tomar released E-Compilation of the Success Stories of 75,000 such successful Farmers who have more than doubled their income. He also released the State-wise summary of these successful farmers. Shri Tomar congratulated the ICAR and Krishi Vigyan Kendras for the Compilation.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

News Paper Coverage (Integrated Nutrient Management in Kuruvai season Rice.)
Start Date: Friday, July 15, 2022
End Date: Friday, July 15, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Integrated Nutrient Management in Kuruvai season Rice. - Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy)
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Off campus training on Vermicompost Production Technology to the Self Help Group Members
Start Date: Friday, July 15, 2022
End Date: Friday, July 15, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Agaramangudi village
Description : Training to self help group womens about selection of vermicompost site, construction of shed, composting of agricultural waste, types of vermicompost, nutrients in vermicompost and its benefits. Also, all the self help group women were enthusiastically doing a practical demonstration on vermicomposting. More than 25 self help group women participated and benefited in this training
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Advisory service
Start Date: Thursday, July 14, 2022
End Date: Thursday, July 14, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Poomangam, Thirunallar Commune
Description : KVK Karaikal given advisory service on pond preparation in Inland fish culture pond on 14-7-2022 at Poomangalam Village in Thirunallar Commune. During the advisory apply of Calcium Carbonate and maintain the Water level also discussed with farmer.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Field Visit to Farmers field
Start Date: Thursday, July 14, 2022
End Date: Thursday, July 14, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Agaramangudy Village, Thirunallar
Description : Field visit to Kuruvai Rice field and gave advisory about Algai management
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration of Thiamethoxam and Diafenthiuron in Cotton
Start Date: Thursday, July 14, 2022
End Date: Thursday, July 14, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK - Karaikal
Description : Demonstration of Thiamethoxam and Diafenthiuron against Cotton mealybug
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off campus training on Integrated Nutrient Management in Kuruvai season Rice
Start Date: Tuesday, July 12, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Pettai Village, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Addressed the farmers on the topics of fertilizer use in Kurvai Rice cultivation, method of fertilizing, preparation of enriched manure, methods of using bio-fertilizer and application and nano-urea by drone and answered various doubts of the farmers. More than 25 farmers participated and benefited in this training.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit to farmers field
Start Date: Tuesday, July 12, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Sethur Village, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Field visit to Kuruvai Rice field and gave advisory about Weed management (Application of Post emergence herbicide).
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit to farmers field
Start Date: Tuesday, July 12, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pandaravadai Village, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Field visit to Cotton field and gave advisory about Foliar application of micronutrients.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Diagnostic Visit to Famers Field
Start Date: Monday, July 11, 2022
End Date: Monday, July 11, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Thenankudy Village
Description : Diagnostic visit to a farmer Thiru. Arundesosa Poultry farm at Thenankudy village was conducted by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary)on 11.07.2022. to advise the managing practices in poultry rearing in a profitable way.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Conducted of Participatory Rural Appraisal(PRA) under NICRA Project –PRESS Report
Start Date: Friday, July 8, 2022
End Date: Friday, July 8, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Atthipadugai Village, Thirunalalr Commune
Description : Press news published by Dailies
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Technology Week Celebration (Day 5)
Start Date: Friday, July 8, 2022
End Date: Friday, July 8, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK - Karaikal
Description : Exhibition on Natural farming and Organic farming is conducted and lecture delivered on Kitchen garden. Distribution of Coconut saplings and vegetable seed kits to the participants. Lecture delivered on Value addition in Fruits.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Conducted of Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) Programme under NICRA Project
Start Date: Friday, July 8, 2022
End Date: Friday, July 8, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Atthipadugai village Thirunallar
Description : KVK, Karaikal was organized the Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) Programme under NICRA Project on 8.07.2022 at Atthipadugai Village –Thirunalalr commune. SMS (Agrl.Extension ) has conducted PRA activities like Social mapping, Resource mapping, understanding group dynamics, role reversals, feedback sessions. Surveying and sampling, transect walks, wealth ranking, Interviewing, focus group discussions, etc to the farmers, farm women, rural youth and SHG’s members. SMS (Agronomy), SRF –NICRA project, Dept Agrl & Farmers welfare officials were participated.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Technology Week Celebration (Day 4)
Start Date: Thursday, July 7, 2022
End Date: Thursday, July 7, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK - Karaikal
Description : Exhibition on Natural farming and Organic farming is conducted and lecture delivered on Kitchen garden. Distribution of Coconut saplings and vegetable seed kits to the participants. Lecture Delivered on Vermicompost
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Attended Research Extension Interface session
Start Date: Thursday, July 7, 2022
End Date: Thursday, July 7, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : PAJANCOA &RI, Karaikal
Description : Along with Programme Coordinator and SMS(PP) and SMS(Agr) Professor and Head of Agronomy, Horticulture, Entomology of PAJANCOA & RI and Line department officials of Department of Agriculture and farmers welfare were participated and discussed the current issues in the standing crops of Karaikal District. 27 no. officials were participated in the event.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Observation of World Zoonosis day
Start Date: Wednesday, July 6, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, July 6, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : One day training programme on important of zoonotic diseases was conducted at KVK Campus on the eve of World zoonosis day on 6th July, 2022. Especially Milk borne zoonosis was explained in detail by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary).
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Technology Week Celebration (Day 3)
Start Date: Wednesday, July 6, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, July 6, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK - Karaikal
Description : Exhibition on Natural farming and Organic farming is conducted and lecture delivered on Kitchen garden. Distribution of Coconut saplings and vegetable seed kits to the participants. Lecture delivered on Paneer Preparation.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Technology Week Celebration (Day 2)
Start Date: Tuesday, July 5, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, July 5, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK - Karaikal
Description : Exhibition on Natural farming and Organic farming is conducted and lecture delivered on Kitchen garden. Distribution of Coconut saplings and vegetable seed kits to the participants. Lecture delivered on Mushroom Cultivation.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Nutritional gardening
Start Date: Monday, July 4, 2022
End Date: Monday, July 4, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar Tk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : As part of Technology week celebration, a lecture on Nutritional gardening has been delivered to the participants. Methodologies involved in establishment of nutrigarden were taught to the participants. Also the participants visited the terrace garden unit at KVK. Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) delivered the lecture and clarified the doubts to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Technology Week Celebration (Day 1)
Start Date: Monday, July 4, 2022
End Date: Monday, July 4, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK-Karaikal
Description : Exhibition on Natural farming and Organic farming is conducted and lecture delivered on Kitchen garden. Distribution of Coconut saplings and vegetable seed kits to the participants. Lecture delivered on Kitchen garden
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

News Paper Coverage (Jal Sakthi Abhiyan Mela)
Start Date: Sunday, July 3, 2022
End Date: Sunday, July 3, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Jal Sakthi Abhiyan Mela programme conducted at KVK Campus - Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy) Daily: Dinamani and Dailythanthi
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Awareness Program/Mela
Start Date: Friday, July 1, 2022
End Date: Friday, July 1, 2022

Event Category : Jal Shakti Abhiyan 2022
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : Jal Sakthi Abhiyan Mela programme was conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 01.07.2022. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering, Dr. P. Jaiyanthi, Deputy Director of Agriculture, Karaikal Inaugurated the programme. Dr. M. Nagarajan, Assistant Professor (SWCE), Agricultural Engineering College and Research Institute (TNAU), Kumulur, Trichy delivered lecture on Scientific plans for water conservation, Mr. G. Suresh Kumar, Deputy Manager Plantation, Tamil Nadu Newsprint and Papers Limited (TNPL), Kagithapuram, Karur delivered lecture on Intensive Afforestation, Mrs. K. Saroja, Trainer (Permaculture & Food forest in farm lands), Aravakurich (Tk), Karur explained Permaculture and Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on Micro Irrigation. In this event an exhibition was arranged for benefit of farming community regarding micro irrigation and organic inputs. Finally Dr. S. Divya, SMS(PP) proposed vote of thanks.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different farm and livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Wednesday, June 1, 2022
End Date: Thursday, June 30, 2022

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK ,Madur
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

On campus training on Integrated Crop management practices in Coconut
Start Date: Thursday, June 30, 2022
End Date: Thursday, June 30, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : On campus training on ICM in Coconut has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 30.06.2022. The topics covered were 1) Irrigation management and INM practices 2) Integrated Pest Disease Management practices. The programme was inaugurated by Shri. S. Jayasankar, Principal cum Programme Coordinator. Technical address given by :1) Dr. N.Vijayakumar, Programme coordinator, 2) J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort), KVK, Karaikal. Method demonstration on Coconut tonic root feeding and Pheromone trap installation were also conducted as part of the training programme. About 38 farmers and 18 extension functionaries were participated in this programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

OFF Campus Training on Ecto parasite management in Dairy Cattle
Start Date: Tuesday, June 28, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, June 28, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Vizhithiyur Village
Description : One day off campus training programme was conducted in Vizhithiyur village of Karaikal District on 28-06-2022 in topic “Ectoparasite management in dairy cattle” for the benefit of Farmers and farm women. The various types of ectoparasites affecting the cattle and its causes was explained by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary) of KVK, Karaikal to the participants and method demonstration on ethno veterinary practices on control on tick infestation was also conducted. Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK. Karaikal was delivered the Vote of Thanks. About 30 Nos. of Farmers and farm women participated the programme
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Exposure Visit cum Farm Advisory service in Goat farm farmer
Start Date: Thursday, June 23, 2022
End Date: Thursday, June 23, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Vaithieswaran Kovil, Tamilnadu
Description : Exposure visit to a farmer Tmt. M. Umadevi, Goat farm at Vaithieswaran Kovil, Tamilnadu was conducted by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary) and PC, KVK, Karaikal on 23.06.2022. for cross learning to advise the managing practices in goat rearing in a profitable way
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

News Paper Coverage (Efficient and Balanced Use of fertilizer)
Start Date: Thursday, June 23, 2022
End Date: Thursday, June 23, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Training on Efficient and Balanced Use of fertilizer - Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy) Daily: Dailythanthi.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Scientist Visit to Famers Field
Start Date: Wednesday, June 22, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, June 22, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kurumbagaram Village
Description : Scientist visit to a farmer Thiru. P. Balamurali cattle farm at Kurumbagaram village was conducted by Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary) and PC, KVK, Karaikal on 22.06.2022. to advise the managing practices in heifer rearing in a profitable way.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

on campus training on ‘Mushroom Cultivation”
Start Date: Wednesday, June 22, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, June 22, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : SHGs and Farm womens participated in Mushroom cultivation training and actively participated in mushroom cultivation demonstration and they were taken to visit Mushroom demonstration unit at KVK.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Farmers Awareness Campaign on Efficient and Balanced Use of fertilizer (Including Nano-fertlizers)
Start Date: Tuesday, June 21, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, June 21, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : ICAR - KVK, Karaikal conducted Farmers Awareness Campaign on Efficient and Balanced Use of fertilizer (Including Nano-fertlizers) on 21.06.2022. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering, Mr. J. Senthilkumar, Additional Director of Agriculture, Karaikal Inaugurated the programme. Followed by Dr. U. Bagavathi Ammal, Professor and Head, Department of Soil Science& Agricultural Chemistry, PAJANCO&RI, Karaikal delivered lecture on Role of fertilizers including nano-fertlizers in supply plant essential nutrients and Judicious use of fertilizers including nano-fertilizers using 4R approach, Dr. G. Vembu, Agricultural Officer (Chemistry I), Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal delivered lecture on Role of soil testing in balanced use of fertilizers and Soil Health Card Scheme, Mr. G. Ganesh Kumar, Senior sales manager, IFFCO explained the application and uses of Nano Urea and Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Wednesday, June 15, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, June 15, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. Lecture delivered on Integrated Crop Management in in Groundnut as part of In service training being conducted to the Demonstration assistants working in Department of Agriculture.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on _Usage of ICT Tools and applications in Agriculture & allied sectors
Start Date: Saturday, June 11, 2022
End Date: Saturday, June 11, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, MADUR, KARAIKAL
Description : KVK, Karaikal organized the On campus training on “Usage of ICT Tools and applications in Agriculture & allied sectors as part of In service training being conducted to the Demonstration Assistants working in Dept. of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Karaikal on 11.06.2022. Dr.A.Senthil, SMS(Agrl.Extension ) stresses on the importance of transferring technologies through Mobile Apps viz, UZHAVAN App, FARMS App,KISAN RATH App and e-Nam for marketing the product and also briefed about the TNAU-Agri tech Portal, Expert system.etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Tuesday, June 7, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, June 7, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. Lecture delivered on Integrated Crop Management in Rice fallow Cotton as part of In service training being conducted to the Demonstration assistants working in Department of Agriculture.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration on FORS and Verticillium lecanii for mealybug management in Cotton
Start Date: Tuesday, June 7, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, June 7, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Agalankannu Village
Description : Demonstration is conducted in Agalankanu village and demonstration is conducted on FORS and Verticillium lecanii for mealybug management in Cotton.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Diagnostic visit to cotton field
Start Date: Tuesday, June 7, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, June 7, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Athipadugai Village
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to a cotton field at Athipadugai village. Parawilt infestation was noticed in the field. Advised the farmer to apply Potassium nitrate @1% and copper oxy chloride @0.25%.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Landscape gardening
Start Date: Tuesday, June 7, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, June 7, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. Lecture was delivered on Landscape gardening. In which different types of garden, various types of ornamental plants and importance of gardening were taught to the trainees by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit and advisory services given to Brinjal collar rot
Start Date: Monday, June 6, 2022
End Date: Monday, June 6, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : Field visit is conducted and advisory services given for the management of brinjal collar rot
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off Campus training on IPDM in Cotton
Start Date: Monday, June 6, 2022
End Date: Monday, June 6, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : Major pest and disease of cotton was discussed in the training and demonstration on pheromone trap is conducted for the management of Helicoverpa boll worm
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to FLD Brinjal field
Start Date: Friday, June 3, 2022
End Date: Friday, June 3, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kumarakudi Village
Description : Field visit was made to the FLD on Integrated Crop Management practices in brinjal fields at Kumarakudi village. Yield parameters viz., number of fruits and fruit weight were observed.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit
Start Date: Friday, June 3, 2022
End Date: Friday, June 3, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kumarakudi Village
Description : Field visit conducted in cotton crop and given advisory services on Boll worm management
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field Visit and advisory services given for Mango termite attack and heat stress management
Start Date: Thursday, June 2, 2022
End Date: Thursday, June 2, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Karaikal
Description : Visited the mango tree and given advisory services to overcome the heat stress and termite attack
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field Visit and advisory services
Start Date: Wednesday, June 1, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Subarayapuram village
Description : Farmer visited the KVK and reported the problem
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Getting Advisory From SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Monday, May 2, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : --
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Conducted Farmers - Scientist interface on the occasion of Hon'ble Prime minister address, interaction with various scheme beneficiaries.
Start Date: Tuesday, May 31, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Event Category : Kisan Mela
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : KVK Karaikal has conducted Farmers Scientists interface at KVK Campus on 31-05-2022 during the Webcasting programme by Hon'ble Prime Minister address, interaction various Central Welfare Scheme beneficiaries and release of fund under PM Kisan Samman Nidhi programme. Telecasted various Govt. Schemes in the local language for the participants. Additional Director of Agriculture (i/c), Joint Director of Animal Husbandry and Welfare (i/c), Secretary, Marketing Committee, Karaikal, Extension functionaries were participated in the event. And also discussed with farmers about benefits scheme fund for their upliftment. Dr.B.Gobu, SMS(Veterinary) has gathering welcomed and Dr.A.Senthil, SMS(Extension) has proposed vote of thanks in this event. Farmers, Farm women, Rural youth and SHG's members were participated and benefit of this programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Diagnostic visit to brinjal field
Start Date: Saturday, May 28, 2022
End Date: Saturday, May 28, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Agalankannu Village
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to a Brinjal field at Surakudi village. Incidence of mealybug and micro nutrient deficiency were noticed. Advisory was given to spray NSKE5% and foliar application of Vegetable special.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on IPM in Vegetables
Start Date: Friday, May 27, 2022
End Date: Friday, May 27, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Major pest of vegetables and demo on IPM components is conducted viz., demo on pheromone trap, yellow sticky trap, Tricho card and light trap
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

On campus training on Kuruvai Rice Cultivation
Start Date: Thursday, May 26, 2022
End Date: Thursday, May 26, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal.
Description : We have organized Seminar programme on “Integrated Crop Management in Kuruvai Rice” at KVK, Karaikal on 26.05.2022. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal welcomed the gathering, Mr. J. Senthilkumar, Additional Director of Agriculture, Karaikal Inaugurated the programme. Followed by Dr. S. Elamathi. Assistant Professor (Agronomy), TRRI, Aduthurai delivered lecture on Varietal Selection of Kuruvai Rice and Mechanization in Rice cultivation, Dr. S. Mala. Professor of Agronomy, PAJANCO & RI, Karaikal delivered lecture on Integrated Weed Management in Rice, Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plant protection), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on IPDM in Rice Crop and Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on Integrated Nutrient Management and Demonstration on Seed treatment in Rice. Finally, Dr. A. Senthil, SMS (Agrl. Extension), KVK, Karaikal proposed vote of thanks. Around 70 Kuruvai Rice Cultivation Farmers were participated in this Programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on IPDM in Rice
Start Date: Thursday, May 26, 2022
End Date: Thursday, May 26, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Lecture delivered is conducted during Seminar on ICM in Kuruvai Rice on Major pest and diseases of Rice and their management.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to Snakegourd field
Start Date: Wednesday, May 25, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Karaikal
Description : To provide advisory to overcome the issue of fruit fly infestation in snakegourd.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Improved practices in Onion cultivation
Start Date: Monday, May 23, 2022
End Date: Monday, May 23, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur,Thirunallar Tk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. Lecture was delivered onImproved practices in Onion cultivation by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Post event news on the Field Day for the Farmers Field School on ICM in Coconut
Start Date: Saturday, May 21, 2022
End Date: Saturday, May 21, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Farmers Field School on Integrated Crop Management practices in coconut has been conducted at Pettai village of Thirunallar commune, Karaikal district. Field Day for the Farmers Field School was conducted on 18.05.2022. During this field day all the participants were shared that what they have learned in this FFS. A post knowledge test also conducted to the participants. Booklet on Coconut Cultivation Techniques was released by the Programme Coordinator and distributed to all the participants. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) has coordinated the event. Post event news on this programme was published in the Dinamalartamil daily on 21.05.22.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News Paper Coverage (Jal Sakthi Abhiyan)
Start Date: Saturday, May 21, 2022
End Date: Saturday, May 21, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Training on Jal Sakthi Abhiyan - Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy) and All SMS.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit
Start Date: Friday, May 20, 2022
End Date: Friday, May 20, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Athipadugai, Thirunallar commune
Description : Field visit conducted in cotton crop and given advisory services on root rot management
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Post event news on the Field Day for the Farmers Field School on ICM in Coconut
Start Date: Friday, May 20, 2022
End Date: Friday, May 20, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Farmers Field School on Integrated Crop Management practices in coconut has been conducted at Pettai village of Thirunallar commune, Karaikal district. Field Day for the Farmers Field School was conducted on 18.05.2022. During this field day all the participants were shared that what they have learned in this FFS. A post knowledge test also conducted to the participants. Booklet on Coconut Cultivation Techniques was released by the Programme Coordinator and distributed to all the participants. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) has coordinated the event. Post event news on this programme was published in the Dinamanitamil daily on 20.05.22.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on IPDM in Cotton
Start Date: Thursday, May 19, 2022
End Date: Thursday, May 19, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Lecture delivered is conducted during Jal Sakthi Abhiyan Campaign on Major pest and diseases of Cotton and their management.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Irrigation and nutrient management in coconut
Start Date: Thursday, May 19, 2022
End Date: Thursday, May 19, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar Tk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An on campus training on Rainwater harvesting and water conservation was conducted at KVK, Karaikal under Jal Sakthi Abiyan on 19.5.22. On this occasion Lecture was delivered on Irrigation and nutrient management in coconutby J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Radio talk on Beekeeping
Start Date: Thursday, May 19, 2022
End Date: Thursday, May 19, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : All India Radio, Karaikal
Description : Beekeeping related talk is given in AIR to create awareness on Beekeeping to farmers to increase the income.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Training Program
Start Date: Thursday, May 19, 2022
End Date: Thursday, May 19, 2022

Event Category : Jal Shakti Abhiyan 2022
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : As part of Jal Sakthi Abhiyan campaign we have organized training programmes on “Rainwater harvesting & Water conservation” at KVK, Karaikal on 1905.2022. Mr. S. Jayasankar, Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal delivered Inaugural address. Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal welcome the farmers and explained about the Importance and methods of water harvesting to the farmers of Karaikal District. Followed by Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plant protection), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on IPDM in Cotton crop and Thiru. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on Irrigation and Nutrient management in Coconut to the farmers. Finally, Dr. A. Senthil, SMS (Agrl. Extension), KVK, Karaikal proposed vote of thanks. Around 70 Farmers were participated in this Programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on IPM for major crops
Start Date: Wednesday, May 18, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, May 18, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : A lecture is delivered on IPM in major crops of Karaikal District for Demonstration Assistant of Department of Agriculture
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field Day for the Farmers Field School on ICM in Coconut
Start Date: Wednesday, May 18, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, May 18, 2022

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Pettai village, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Farmers Field School on Integrated Crop Management practices in coconut has been conducted at Pettai village of Thirunallar commune, Karaikal district. Field Day for the Farmers Field School was conducted on 18.05.2022. During this field day all the participants were shared that what they have learned in this FFS. A post knowledge test also conducted to the participants. Booklet on Coconut Cultivation Techniques was released by the Programme Coordinator and distributed to all the participants. Dr.V.Aravinth SMS(Agronomy) welcomed the gathering. Mr.S.Jayasankar Programme Coordinator offered special address. Dr.A.Senthil SMS(Extn) proposed vote of thanks. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) conducted the post knowledge test to the participants. Dr.S.Divya SMS(PP) demonstrated the pheromone traps used in coconut. About 25 coconut growers have participated in this programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit to FLD on Demonstration of high density planting in Cotton variety Co 17
Start Date: Monday, May 16, 2022
End Date: Monday, May 16, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Ambagarathur, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Gave advisory service about Pest and Disease management
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit to FLD on Ragi variety ATL 1 plot.
Start Date: Monday, May 16, 2022
End Date: Monday, May 16, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Nallathur, Nedungadu commune
Description : Gave advisory service about Pest and Disease management
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Popular article on Package of practices in Watermelon
Start Date: Saturday, May 14, 2022
End Date: Saturday, May 14, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Popular article on Package of practices in Watermelonis published in Dinamalar Vivasaayamalar on 14.05.2022. Nutrient management, yield enhancement techniques, Pest and disease management techniques and pruning techniques have been delt in this article.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Vermi composting
Start Date: Friday, May 13, 2022
End Date: Friday, May 13, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Lecture delivered on Vermicomposting as part of In service training being conducted to the Demonstration assistants working in Dept of Agriculture.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on Micronutrient management in vegetables
Start Date: Friday, May 13, 2022
End Date: Friday, May 13, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK,Madur,Thirunallar Tk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. Lecture was delivered on Micronutrient management in vegetables by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on ICM practices in brinjal cultivation
Start Date: Wednesday, May 11, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar Tk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. Lecture was delivered on ICM practices in brinjal cultivation by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News Paper - Popular article
Start Date: Saturday, May 7, 2022
End Date: Saturday, May 7, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal.
Description : New paper popular article on Integrated crop management in Rice fallow Pulses' is published in Dinamalar - Vivasaya malar.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Visit Stall Fed Goat rearing unit at Namakkal
Start Date: Tuesday, May 3, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, May 3, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Namakkal
Description : Visit to Stall Fed Goat rearing unit at Namakkal. Interacted with the farm proprietor Dr. M. Rajasekeran (Veterinarian) on management aspect of goat farm.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Visit to KVK, Namakkal for Cross learning
Start Date: Tuesday, May 3, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, May 3, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Namakkal
Description : Visited all demo units maintained at KVK and interacted with the Scientists about NICRA project.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Visit to Jaggery making unit at Paramathi Velur, Namakkal District.
Start Date: Tuesday, May 3, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, May 3, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Paramathi Velur
Description : Interacted with the SSS Jaggery powder proprietor Mr. A. Sivakumar on Processing of Jaggery, Nutritive value, Mechanized packaging and marketing aspects.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on Usage of organic inputs in vegetable cultivation
Start Date: Monday, May 2, 2022
End Date: Monday, May 2, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar Tk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : An in service training programme for the Demonstration Assistants working in the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal is being conducted at KVK. The duration of the training programme is three months. Lectures and demonstrations on various agricultural, horticultural, animal husbandry and fisheries related technologies are being taught to the trainees. Lecture was delivered on Usage of organic inputs in vegetable cultivation by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Diagnostic field visit
Start Date: Monday, May 2, 2022
End Date: Monday, May 2, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Agalankannu Village, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to a Mango orchard at Agalankannu village of Karaikal district. Some of the trees were infested with fruit flies and powdery mildew. Provided advisory to install IIHR fruit fly trap to manage the fruit flies.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

In service Training to the Demonstration Assistant of Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal
Start Date: Monday, April 25, 2022
End Date: Saturday, April 30, 2022

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK, MADUR, KARAIKAL
Description : KVK, Karaikal organized the On campus In-Service training programme to the Demonstrate Assistant of Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Karaikal from 25.04.2022 to 27.07.2022. In his inaugural address Thiru.S.Jayasankar , Principal cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal stressed about the need of extension functionaries training in the present scenario. The felicitation address by Thiru. J. Senthilkumar, Additional Director of Agriculture. Further, Karaikal KVK Subject Matter Specialists, Department of Agrl& Farmers Welfare Officials and PAJANCOA Professors will be made the presentation and discussion until this completion of the training period for a 3 month to the Demonstrate Assistants.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Getting Advisory From SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Friday, April 1, 2022
End Date: Saturday, April 30, 2022

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : --
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Lecture Delivered
Start Date: Tuesday, April 26, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Delivered lecture on Integrated Crop Management in Oil seeds at Kisan Mela as part of Kisan Bhagidari Prathmikta Hamar under Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav on 26.04.2022 at KVK Campus.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

training on Fundamentals of Horticulture
Start Date: Friday, April 1, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : An in service training on fundamentals of horticulture has been conducted to the agricultural mazdoors working in KVK, Karaikal. About 5 agricultural mazdoors have attended the training programme for a duration of 50 hours
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Kisan Mela as part of Kisan Bhagidari Prathmikta Hamari under Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav
Start Date: Tuesday, April 26, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Event Category : Kisan Bhagidari Prathmikta Hamari 2022
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK KARAIKAL organized Kisan Mela as part of Kisan Bhagidari Prathmikta Hamari under Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav on 26.04.2022 at KVK Campus. Smt. S.Chandra Priyanga , Hon’ble Transport Minister, Puducherry has inaugurated the function and distributed inputs to the beneficiaries. Thiru Arjun Sharma IAS, District Collector cum Chairman, KVK, Karaikal has given Special address. Additional Director of Agriculture, Dept.Of Agrl& Farmers Welfare, Karaikal and Professors of PAJANCOA & RI, Karaikal and Joint Director of Animal Husbandry& Animal Welfare were also participated. Live Telecast of Hon’ble Union Agriculture Minister, Exhibition, Farmers – Scientist Interaction meet, demo on drone application and Technical session was also organized. More than 200 Farmers, Farm Women, Rural Youth, FPO members, women entrepreneurs, public representatives, and staff were participated and released the “Natural Farming” Booklet in this programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Radio talk (Phone in programme on ICM practices in Brinjal)
Start Date: Tuesday, April 26, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal
Description : The SMS (Horticulture) of KVK, Karaikal has participated in the Phone in programme on ICM practices in Brinjal at All India Radio, Karaikal. Various management practices viz., nutrient management, soil health management pest and disease management were described during the programme. In this live programme farmers contacted the SMS over phone and clarified their doubts in brinjal cultivation.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Bio fortified crop varieties
Start Date: Tuesday, April 26, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar Tk, Karaikal Dt.
Description : As part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav -Kisan Bhagidari Prakthmika Hamari a Kisan Mela was organized on 26.04.2022 at KVK. Smt. Chandira Piriyanka, Hon’ble Minister for Transport, Govt of Puducherry has inaugurated the Mela. Shri. Arjun Sharma IAS, District collector has delivered special address. Line department officials have felicitated. On this occasion Lecture was delivered on Biofortified crop varieties by J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. Posters on biofortified crops were also prepared and explained to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

School Students visited to KVK,Karaikal
Start Date: Thursday, April 21, 2022
End Date: Thursday, April 21, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School, Thirunalalr, students along with faculty members Visited to KVK campus on 21.04.2022 as a part of NSS programme. Thiru.S.Jayasankar, Principal cum Programme Coordinator has addressed introductory speech about KVK ,Madur and over all activities towards serving farming community with effective manner then followed by all SMS(s) were taken lectures like ICT Tools and applications used in agriculture and allied sectors , Terrace garden techniques, organic inputs preparations –Panjakaviya and Fish acid solution ,Hi-tech Nursery Techniques in Fruits and vegetables cultivation ,Coconut Nursery , Mushroom Production Technologies(Milky and Oyster ), Vermi Composting Techniques , Cattle and Poultry Production and Management methods ,Fisheries rearing techniques ..etc., and also students were visited to the all demo units at KVK campus.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Field visit to Rice fallow Cotton field
Start Date: Wednesday, April 20, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, April 20, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Ambagarathur, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Field visit to Cotton field and gave advisory about Integrated Nutrient Management.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demo on yellow sticky trap in rice fallow cotton
Start Date: Wednesday, April 20, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, April 20, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Demonstration on yellow sticky trap is conducted on rice fallow cotton for the management of thrips and whitefly.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

News Paper - Popular article
Start Date: Saturday, April 16, 2022
End Date: Saturday, April 16, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : New paper popular article on Integrated crop management in Rice fallow Sesame' is published in Dinamalar - Vivasaya malar.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit Dairy Farm (Umbalacherry cow)
Start Date: Wednesday, April 13, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Valathamangalam Village
Description : Thiru. S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator, Dr. B.Gobu, SMS (Veterinary) and Mr. J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) visited the Umbalacherry cow farm of Tmt. H. Manujala, Valathamangalam village of Karaikal district to provide farm advisory services for doubling of the farm income.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Field day in Pulses
Start Date: Tuesday, April 12, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, April 12, 2022

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Kannapur (DFI) Village
Description : A brief note on technology demonstrated is explained in the field day and yield parameters is recorded
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to IFS field
Start Date: Tuesday, April 12, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, April 12, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Vizhithiyur Village
Description : Thiru S. Jayasankar, Programme Coordinator and Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary) visited the IFS field of Thiru C. Mukesh, Vizhithiyur Viilage of Karaikal District having 1 arce of Fish pond, Slotted floor goat rearing and Desi Chickens (Siruvidai) under the goat shed and also traditional rice varieties.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Field visit to FLD on Demo on ICM practices in Brinjal
Start Date: Monday, April 11, 2022
End Date: Monday, April 11, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Athipadugai village, Thirunallar
Description : An FLD on Demonstration on Integrated Crop Management practices in Brinjal is being implemented during ensuing season. A field visit was made to the Demonstration plots of Athipadugai village.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Radio Talk.
Start Date: Sunday, April 10, 2022
End Date: Sunday, April 10, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR – FM – at Karaikal station.
Description : Radio Talk on “Integrated Crop Management in Rice fallow Cotton and Sesame crops” in AIR-FM, Karaikal on 10.04.2022 (Recorded) to the benefit of Farmers & Farm Women.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Radio talk (Live Phone in programme on Feeding Management in Livestock and Poultry during Summer)
Start Date: Thursday, April 7, 2022
End Date: Thursday, April 7, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal
Description : The SMS (Veterinary) of KVK, Karaikal has participated in the (Live Phone in programme on Feeding Management in Livestock and Poultry during Summer) at All India Radio, Karaikal. This programme was done on 07.04.2022
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Lecture delivered on IPDM in Pulses
Start Date: Wednesday, April 6, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, April 6, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Sikkal, Nagapatinam
Description : A lecture on IPDM in pulses in sponsored training conducted at KVK, Sikkal
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit in Rice fallow Cotton (OFT)
Start Date: Monday, April 4, 2022
End Date: Monday, April 4, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Ambagarathur, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Field visit of Rice fallow cotton was conducted and given advisory services towards management of sucking pest
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to FLD on Demo on Terrace gardening
Start Date: Saturday, April 2, 2022
End Date: Saturday, April 2, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Karaikal
Description : An FLD on Demonstration on terrace gardening in peri urban areas is being implemented in the ensuing season at Karaikal. Field visit was made to one of the units and given advisory on pot mixture preparation and sowing and planting methods of vegetables in containers. Use of bio control agent also demonstrated.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit to FLD on Demo on ICM practices in Brinjal
Start Date: Friday, April 1, 2022
End Date: Friday, April 1, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Athipadugai village, Thirunallar Tk,
Description : An FLD on Demonstration on Integrated Crop Management practices in Brinjal is being implemented during ensuing season. A field visit was made to the Demonstration plots of Athipadugai village.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Getting Advisory From SMS(s) for different Farm & Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Tuesday, March 1, 2022
End Date: Thursday, March 31, 2022

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : --
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

3 Days ICAR sponsored Capacity training programme on "Strategies for improving Milk production in Milch animals" for the farmers of Karaikal District
Start Date: Tuesday, March 29, 2022
End Date: Thursday, March 31, 2022

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : 3 Days training programme on "Strategies for improving Milk production was conducted to various management practices & skill were thought to the farmers and Self Help Groups women members for their capacity building
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Getting Advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm and Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Tuesday, February 1, 2022
End Date: Monday, March 28, 2022

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : --
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

On campus training on Integrated Crop Management Practices in Brinjal
Start Date: Monday, February 28, 2022
End Date: Monday, March 28, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : An on campus training onIntegrated Crop Management Practices in Brinjalis conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 28.02.2022. The technologies viz., portray nursery technology, improved varieties, grafting technique in brinjal, nutrient management, pest and disease management practices were taught to the participants. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikalhas conducted the training. 25 participants have participated in this programme. All the participants were provided with 5 number of grafted brinjal plants. Dr.B.Gobu, SMS (Veterinary) inaugurated the training programme. Dr.V.Aravind, SMS (Agronomy) welcomed the gathering and Dr.S.Divya SMS(Plant Protection) proposed vote of thanks
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

News Paper - Popular article
Start Date: Saturday, March 26, 2022
End Date: Saturday, March 26, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : New paper popular article on 'Nutrient Deficiency Symptoms and there management in Cotton Crop' is published in Dinamalar - Vivasaya malar.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

3 days ICAR sponsored Capacity Building training Programme on "Broiler Goat rearing" theme for the farmers of Karaikal district
Start Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2022
End Date: Thursday, March 24, 2022

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : 3 Days capacity Building training programme on Broiler goat rearing sponsored by ICAR was conducted at KVK Karaikal. Guest lecture on various topics like Housing Management, feed management, Marketing, Disease management wer taught to the farmers
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Lecture Delivered
Start Date: Thursday, March 24, 2022
End Date: Thursday, March 24, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, MADUR, KARAIKAL
Description : Delivered lecture on Integrated Crop Management in Fodder Crops. Around 25 numbers of farmers were participated in the training programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on Marketing management, marketing of Goat and meat
Start Date: Wednesday, March 23, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, March 23, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Madur, Karaikal
Description : A lecture delivered on marketing management, marketing of Goat and meat under ICAR-Capacity Building Training programme theme on Broiler Goat Rearing at KVK campus on 23.03.2022.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture Delivered
Start Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Event Category : World Water Day
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Delivered lecture on Importance of Ground water. Around 40 numbers of farmers were participated in the training programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

NHM Sponsored Training on ‘ Promoting Beekeeping for Doubling the Farmers Income in Karaikal District”
Start Date: Wednesday, March 16, 2022
End Date: Saturday, March 19, 2022

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK, Madur & Exposure visit - Puducherry
Description : Beekeeping training was conducted to 30 participants including of farmers, rural youth and SHG members. In the training programme Guest lecture was handled by SMS (PP) of KVK, Sikkal, Programme Coordinator of KVK, Thiruvarur, Beekeeper of Balamurugan Theni Pannai, Trichy, Beekeeper of Siva sakthi honey beefarm, Puducherryand. Booklet and certificate has been issued to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

I5 th Scientific Advisory committee (SAC) meeting (Online & Offline)
Start Date: Friday, March 18, 2022
End Date: Friday, March 18, 2022

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar Taluk, Karaikal
Description : The 15th Scientific Advisory committee (SAC) meeting conducted on 18.03.2022 at KVK through Online & Offline mode. The Director, Dept. of Agrl. & Farmers Welfare, Govt. of Puducherry cum Chairman, SAC -KVK Dr. B. Ramakichenin @ Balagandhi, gave opening remarks and inaugurated the meeting. Thiru.S.Jeyasankar, Principal cum Programme Co-ordinator, has welcomed the gathering and presented the previous SAC action taken Report. Dr. M.Jawaharlal, DEE,TNAU & Dr.M.Rajkumar, DEE,TNJFU,Nagapattinam offered their remarks through online mode, ADA,Karaikal , AGM, NABARD Bank, Chief seed Certification Officer, PC ,PKKVK, Puducherry , PC,KVK Cuddalore ,Professors of PAJANCOA& RI, JDA(AH&AW),AD(Social Welfare), Prof.& Head (Avaiyar Govt Women’s College),BDO, Manager(Indian Bank), Programme Executive(AIR), AD (Adidravidar welfare), JD(Fisheries) of Karaikal and other line department officials as well as non official members (Farmers) were actively participated in this programme
Contact Person Details
Thiru.S. Jayasankar
Programme Coordinator
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Advisory services to farmer
Start Date: Wednesday, March 16, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, March 16, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Nallathur, Nedungadu Commune
Description : During culture of Inland fishes in ponds with rearing of chicks to reduce the feed cost of fishes
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Demo on TNAU Pulse wonder
Start Date: Friday, March 11, 2022
End Date: Friday, March 11, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Sethur, Karaikal
Description : Demo on foliar spray of TNAU Pulse Wonder to Rice fallow Black gram (CFLD Pulses).
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Method demonstration on Arka Actino plus
Start Date: Friday, March 11, 2022
End Date: Friday, March 11, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Kumarakudi and Pettai villages of Karaikal district
Description : As part of the FLD titled “Demonstration on Integrated Crop Management Practices in Brinjal” a method demonstration on enrichment of FYM with Arka Actino Plus was conducted at Kumarakudi and Pettai villages. Installation of Pheromone traps for the management of Leucinodes in brinjal field also demonstrated under this FLD to the farmers. Thiru J. Kathiravan SMS (Horticulture) has demonstrated the technologies to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit to Rice fallow Cotton field
Start Date: Friday, March 11, 2022
End Date: Friday, March 11, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Sethur, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Field visit to Cotton field and gave advisory about sowing method and spacing.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Off campus training on Integrated Crop Management Practices in Mango
Start Date: Thursday, March 10, 2022
End Date: Thursday, March 10, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Agalankannu village, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : An off campus training onIntegrated Crop Management Practices in Mango is conducted at Agalankannu village of Karaikal district on 10.03.2022. The technologies forinducing flowering, flower and fruit drop management, Integrated Nutrient Management, pest and disease management practices were taught to the participants. Demonstration on IIHR Fruit fly trap and application of Potassium Nitrate to mango tree were also conducted during this training programme. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal has conducted the training. 16 mango growershave participated in this programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demonstration of Pheromone trap in rice fallow green gram under (FLD- Green Gram)
Start Date: Thursday, March 10, 2022
End Date: Thursday, March 10, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Kannapur (DFI) Village
Description : Demonstration was conducted on pheromone trap in rice fallow green gram
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to CFLD on Pulses (Black gram and Green gram)
Start Date: Thursday, March 10, 2022
End Date: Thursday, March 10, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kottucherry, Karaikal
Description : Field visit to CFLD on Pulses (Black gram and Green gram fields) and gave advisory about pest management.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration of Foliar spray of Bt in rice fallow green gram under (FLD- Green Gram)
Start Date: Thursday, March 10, 2022
End Date: Thursday, March 10, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Thenangudi Village, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Demonstration was conducted on Bt in rice fallow green gram
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Demonstration of Black gram as inter crop and border crop in Rice fallow cotton under (OFT- Cotton)
Start Date: Wednesday, March 9, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, March 9, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Agalanganu village, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Demonstration was conducted on inter crop and border crop in rice fallow cotton crop in farmers field
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to CFLD on Oilseed (Sesame)
Start Date: Wednesday, March 9, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, March 9, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Melakasakudi, Karaikal
Description : Gave advisory about soil application of TNAU micro nutrient mixture and Seed treatment.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Awareness campaign on Kitchen gardening
Start Date: Wednesday, March 9, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, March 9, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Government School, Kannapur (DFI village), Karaikal district
Description : An awareness programme on Kitchen gardening has been conducted at Government Primary School, Kannapur (DFI village), Karaikal district on 09.03.22. Lecture on Balanced diet was delivered to the students The programme was inaugurated by Thiru. Selvaraj, Head Master of the School. Importance of vegetables in human health and balanced diet were taught to the students by Thiru. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. Demonstration on sowing of vegetable seeds, planting of vegetable seedlings and application of biofertilizers were demonstrated in a plot allotted for kitchen gardening at the school.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit to FLD on Demonstration of high density planting in Cotton variety Co 17
Start Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Ambagarathur, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Gave advisory service about Nutrient Management and Pest and Disease management.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Celebration of International Womens Day, 2022
Start Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022

Event Category : International Women's Day
Venue : KVK, MADUR, KARAIKAL
Description : A lecture on Healthy food for healthy life and common health issues. Conducted quiz competition among the participants and distributed gifts to the winners. And 96 no. of Coconut saplings were distributed to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on IPM in Coconut
Start Date: Wednesday, March 2, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, March 2, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : A lecture on IPM in Coconut was delivered to FFS (Coconut) farmers to adopt IPM practices and manage the pest incidence. Demonstration on Chrysoperla and yellow sticky trap was conducted in farmers field against RSW in Coconut.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Farmers Field School on ICM in Coconut (Session X)
Start Date: Wednesday, March 2, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, March 2, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Farmers Field School on Integrated Crop Management practices in coconut has been conducted at Pettai village of Thirunallar commune, Karaikal district. In the tenth session Integrated Pest Management in coconut plantation has been taught to the participants. Dr.S.Divya, SMS (Plant Protection), KVK, Karaikal handled the session. Method demonstration on use of different traps and usage of predators in pest control has also been conducted to the participants. Roll of Coconut tonic in pest management in coconut has been taught to the participants by SMS (Horticulture). All the participants were provided with TNAU coconut tonic. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) coordinated the FFS. About 25 coconut growers have participated in the FFS.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Popular article on Yield enhancement techniques in Mango
Start Date: Saturday, February 26, 2022
End Date: Saturday, February 26, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Popular article on Yield enhancement techniques in Mango is published in Dinamalar Vivasaayamalar on 26.02.2022. Nutrient management, Flower inducing techniques, Pest and disease management techniques and pruning techniques have been delt in this article.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Training on Integrated Crop Management in Rice Fallow Sesame
Start Date: Friday, February 25, 2022
End Date: Friday, February 25, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : In this Training programme Thiru. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal delivered Inaugural address. Dr. V. Aravinth, Ph.D., SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on ICM practices in Rice Fallow Sesame crop. Dr. S. Divya, Ph.D., SMS (Plant protection), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on IPM in Sesame crop. Around 38 Farmers were participated in this Programme. Seeds and other inputs were distributed to the CFLD Oilseed farmers. Dr. A. Senthil, Ph.D., SMS (Agrl. Extension), KVK, Karaikal proposed vote of thanks.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on IPDM in Sesame
Start Date: Friday, February 25, 2022
End Date: Friday, February 25, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : A lecture on IPDM in Sesame was delivered to cluster FLD (Oil Seeds) farmers to adopt IPDM practices and manage the pest and disease incidence.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

On campus training on Terrace gardening
Start Date: Thursday, February 24, 2022
End Date: Thursday, February 24, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : An on campus training on Terrace gardening is conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 24.02.2022 as part of the Front Line Demonstration on Terrace gardening in peri-urban areas for the year 2021-2022. The technologies viz., selection of site, medium preparation, containers used in terrace gardening, nutrient management, pest and disease management practices were taught to the participants. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal has conducted the training. 10 FLD participants have participated in this programme. Critical inputs viz., grow bags, cocopeat, vermicompost, panchagavya, vegetable seeds, azophos and T. viride were provided to all the participants. Dr.A.Senthil, SMS (Extension) proposed vote of thanks.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Method demonstration on In-situ decomposition of Rice stubbles with PUSA capsule and Waste decomposer..
Start Date: Wednesday, February 23, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, February 23, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Kumarakudi village
Description : Conducted demo on In-situ decomposition of Rice stubbles. Preparation of Waste Decomposer and PUSA Capsul to farmers of Karaikal District.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Farmers Field School on ICM in Coconut (Session IX)
Start Date: Tuesday, February 22, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, February 22, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Farmers Field School on Integrated Crop Management practices in coconut has been conducted at Pettai village of Thirunallar commune, Karaikal district. In the nineth session fodder crop cultivation in coconut plantation has been taught to the participants. Dr.B.Gobu, Programme Coordinator(i/c) KVK, Karaikal handled the session. Method demonstration on use of waste decomposer for coconut waste recycling has also been conducted to the participants by SMS (Horticulture). Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) coordinated the FFS. About 25coconut growers have participated in the FFS.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Group discussion and Baseline data collection for implementation of NICRA project.
Start Date: Thursday, February 17, 2022
End Date: Friday, February 18, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Nallathur, Konnavalai & Athipadugai
Description : Farmers group meeting to be conducted in Athipadugai, Nallathur and Konnakavali villages for Rapid Rural Appraisal to prepare the annual action plan for the year 2021-22. Baseline survey (Part 1 and 2) also to be conducted in the above said villages to implement the NICRA project.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Radio talk (Interview programme on Yield enhancement techniques in Mango)
Start Date: Wednesday, February 16, 2022
End Date: Thursday, February 17, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal
Description : The SMS (Horticulture) of KVK, Karaikal has participated in the Interview programme on ‘Yield enhancement techniques in Mango’ at All India Radio, Karaikal. Recording of this programme was done on 10.02.2022 and the same was broadcasted on 16.02.2022 qnd 17.02.2022 as two parts in the Kisan vani programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit of FFS coconut plantation
Start Date: Thursday, February 17, 2022
End Date: Thursday, February 17, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai Village
Description : Farmers Field School on Integrated Crop Management practices in coconut is being conducted at Pettai village of Thirunallar commune, Karaikal district. Today Dr.B.Gobu, Programme Coordinator (i/c) and Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) visited the FFS Coconut field and released the Encarsia formosa parasite for the management of Rugose Spiralling White Fly which severely infested the crops viz., Coconut, Annona and Banana.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demonstration on Encarsia goudelope in Coconut
Start Date: Thursday, February 17, 2022
End Date: Thursday, February 17, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : A demonstration is conducted in KVK coconut nursery . One farmer was participated in the demonstration
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

FLD-2021-2022-Demonstration of TNAU -Coconut Expert System as android based mobile app for Coconut Farmers of Karaikal District
Start Date: Tuesday, February 15, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Dr A.Senthil ,SMS(Agrl. Extension ) has conducted FLD-2021-2022-Demonstration of TNAU -Coconut Expert System as android based mobile app for Coconut Farmers of Karaikal District and also guided to all participation's were downloaded for that TNAU Coconut Expert System as android Mobile. Before that made by Pre Evolution was conducted regarding the Coconut cultivation practices and TNAU Coconut Expert System for all participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

: News published about Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree
Start Date: Monday, January 10, 2022
End Date: Thursday, February 10, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Skill training on Friends of coconut tree has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal from 03.01.2022 to 08.01.2022. About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme. Valedictory session of the programme was held on 08.01.2022. The news was published in Dinamani Daily on 10.01.22.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field Visit - Paddy
Start Date: Thursday, February 10, 2022
End Date: Thursday, February 10, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Ambagarathur Village
Description : Paddy field was visited and advisory services were given
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture Delivered- Farmers Field School on Use of ICT Tools in Coconut Cultivation (Session VIII)
Start Date: Tuesday, February 8, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, February 8, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village, Thirunallar Taluk, Karaikal
Description : Farmers Field School on coconut has been Use of ICT tools in Coconut Cultivation conducted at Pettai village of Thirunallar commune, Karaikal district. In the Eighth session Usage of Coconut expert system. has been taught to the participants.Dr A.Senthil ,SMS(Agrl.Extension ) stresses on the importance of transferring technologies through Mobile Apps viz, UZHAVAN App, FARMS App, KISAN RATH App and e-Nam for marketing the product and also briefed about the TNAU-Agri tech Portal, Expert system- particularly TNAU Coconut Expert System .etc About 25 coconut growers have participated in the FFS.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Farmers Field School on ICM in Coconut (Session VIII) -
Start Date: Tuesday, February 8, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, February 8, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Farmers Field School on Integrated Crop Management practices in coconut has been conducted at Pettai village of Thirunallar commune, Karaikal district. In the eighth sessionusage of Coconut Expert System developed by TNAU was taught to the participants. Dr.A.Senthil, SMS (Extension) KVK, Karaikal handled the session. Importance and usage of TNAU coconut tonic was taught to the participants by SMS (Horticulture). Method demonstration on TNAU coconut root feeding also conducted. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) coordinated the FFS. About 25coconut growershave participated in the FFS.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Farmers Field School on ICM in Coconut (Session VII)
Start Date: Tuesday, February 1, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, February 1, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Farmers Field School on Integrated Crop Management practices in coconut has been conducted at Pettai village of Thirunallar commune, Karaikal district. In the seventh session Integrated weed management practices has been taught to the participants. Dr.V.Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal handled the session. Group exercise among the participants has also been conducted. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) coordinated the FFS. About 25coconut growershave participated in the FFS.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Getting Advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm and Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Saturday, January 1, 2022
End Date: Monday, January 31, 2022

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVk, Karaikal
Description : --
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

On campus training on Improved practices in vegetable cultivation
Start Date: Friday, January 28, 2022
End Date: Friday, January 28, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : An on campus training on Improved practices in Vegetable cultivation has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 28.01.2022. Mr.P.R.Siva, MLA of Thirunallar constituency inaugurated the training. He emphasised that the area under vegetable cultivation has to be increased in Thirunallar region. Farmers should get advice from KVK to increase the productivity of vegetables, he added. Dr.C.Rettinassababady, Programme Coordinator of KVK said that the farmers of Karaikal district use to cultivate in two major seasons viz., Thai pattam and Aadi pattam. During these seasons the KVK conducts demonstrations and trainings to dissiminate latest technologies in vegetable cultivation to the farming community. Dr.P.Karuppaigh, Professor of Horticulture, Faculty of Agriculture, Annamalai University delivered lecture on Rice fallow cultivation of Vegetables. Mr.K.Kannan, Assistant Director of Horticulture, Vedaranyam taluk delivered technical address on Yield augmentation techniques in Vegetables.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Bee flora and pollination of crops care and management of bee keeping
Start Date: Thursday, January 27, 2022
End Date: Thursday, January 27, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Sikkal, Nagapatinam
Description : A lecture on Bee flora and pollination of crops care and management of bee keeping is conducted to 25 member on Sikkal KVK in the sponsored training funded by National Bee Board
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Farmers Field School on ICM in Coconut (Session VI)
Start Date: Tuesday, January 25, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Farmers Field School on Integrated Crop Management practices in coconut has been conducted at Pettai village of Thirunallar commune, Karaikal district. In the sixth session Integrated Disease Management in coconut has bean taught to the participants. Dr.C.Rettinassababady, Programme Coordinator KVK, Karaikal handled the session. Group exercise by FFS participants also done. The participants were divided in to five sub groups. Each group have presented about two bio agents and their benefits to the participants. Mr.J.Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture) coordinated the FFS. About 25 coconut growers have participated in the FFS.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field Visit for FLD farmers field on Seed cum fertilizer drill in Rice crop
Start Date: Sunday, January 23, 2022
End Date: Sunday, January 23, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Sethur, Karaikal.
Description : Group Discussion was conducted about Seed cum fertilizer drill in Rice crop to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration on Pre and Post emergence herbicides in rice under direct seeded condition
Start Date: Sunday, January 23, 2022
End Date: Sunday, January 23, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Sethur, Karaikal.
Description : Group Discussion was conducted about the Pre and Post emergence herbicides in rice under direct seeded condition to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

News Paper Coverage (ICM in Pulses)
Start Date: Saturday, January 22, 2022
End Date: Saturday, January 22, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Training on Integrated Crop Management in Rice Fallow Pulses - Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy) and All SMS.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Training on Integrated Crop Management in Rice Fallow Pulses.
Start Date: Thursday, January 20, 2022
End Date: Thursday, January 20, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : In this Training programme Dr. V. Aravinth, Ph.D., SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal welcomed the dignitaries, Dr. C. Rettinassababady, Ph.D., Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal delivered Inaugural address. Dr. R. Manimaran. Ph.D., Associate Professor (Pulses Breeding), Tamil Nadu Rice Research Institute, Aduthurai delivered guest lecture on ICM practices in Rice Fallow Pulses. Around 70 Farmers were participated in this Programme. Seeds and other inputs were distributed to the farmers. Dr. A. Senthil, Ph.D., SMS (Agrl. Extension), KVK, Karaikal proposed vote of thanks.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On campus Training on “Awareness about utilization and application for ICT enabled tools in Pulses cultivation
Start Date: Wednesday, January 19, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, January 19, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : KVK Karaikal conducted On campus training on “Awareness about utilization and application for ICT enabled tools in Pulses cultivation for farmers /farm women /Rural Youths on 19.01.2022 at KVK campus . Dr A.Senthil ,SMS(Agrl.Extension ) stresses on the importance of transferring technologies through Mobile Apps viz, UZHAVAN App, FARMS App,KISAN RATH App and e-Nam for marketing the product and also briefed about the TNAU-Agri tech Portal, Expert system.etc.,
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Demonstration on Acorus calamus and Nochi leaf extract against Ear head bug in Rice
Start Date: Wednesday, January 19, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, January 19, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Ambagarathur Village, KARAIKAL
Description : A demonstration is conducted in Rice earhead bug management. 19 member were participated in the demonstration
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Farmers Field School on ICM in Coconut (Session V)
Start Date: Tuesday, January 11, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, January 11, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Farmers Field School on Integrated Crop Management practices in coconut has been conducted at Pettai village of Thirunallar commune, Karaikal district. In the fifth session on Use of bio agents in coconut cultivation has bean taught to the participants has been taught to the participantsby J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort), KVK, Karaikal. About 25 coconut growers have participated in the FFS.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Skill training on Friends of Coconut Tree
Start Date: Monday, January 3, 2022
End Date: Saturday, January 8, 2022

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Skill training on Friends of coconut tree has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal from 03.01.2022 to 08.01.2022. About 20 youths from various parts of Karaikal district have participated in this programme. Mr.J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal coordinated the programme. All SMSs of this kendra have conducted method demonstrations and delivered technical lectures. During this training programme field visit was arranged to vist the coconut plantation at Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture. Bank officials were also invited for delivering lecture about savings management.Two master trainers trained the participants in climbing the coconut trees. Coconut Olympic was conducted and prizes were distributed to winners. Coconut climbing device and certificates were issued on the final day to all participants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on "Friends of Coconut tree (FoCT)" Coconut Tree climbing training programme to unemployed rural youths
Start Date: Friday, January 7, 2022
End Date: Friday, January 7, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Lecture delivered on "Communication skills and decision making" during the Friends of Coconut tree (FoCT)" Coconut Tree climbing training programme to unemployed rural youths at KVK Karaikal on 07.01.2022.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Training cum Method demonstration of Clean Milk Production
Start Date: Thursday, January 6, 2022
End Date: Thursday, January 6, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : On Campus training to Milk Cooperative farmer was conducted on 06-01-2022 on clean milk production to educate the farmers on clean milk production and milk quantity
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Farmers Field School on ICM in Coconut (Session IV)
Start Date: Tuesday, January 4, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, January 4, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Farmers Field School on Integrated Crop Management practices in coconut has been conducted at Pettai village of Thirunallar commune, Karaikal district. In the fourth session integrated Nutrient Management in coconut has bean taught to the participants. Ring basin method, pit method and hole methods of fertilizer application in coconut were demonstrated to the participantsby J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort), KVK, Karaikal. About 25 coconut growers have participated in the FFS.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on IPM in Coconut
Start Date: Tuesday, January 4, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, January 4, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, MADUR, KARAIKAL
Description : A lecture on IPM in Coconut was delivered to friends of coconut tree trainees 20 member was conducted on Soil health day to farmers to adopt IPDM practices and manage the pest and disease incidence.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Popular article on Nutrient deficiencies and their corrective measures in Coconut
Start Date: Saturday, January 1, 2022
End Date: Saturday, January 1, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Popular article on Nutrient deficiencies and their corrective measures in Coconut is published in Dinamalar Vivasaayamalar on 01.01.2022. Symptoms of nutrient deficiencies and their corrective measures have been delt in this article.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Awareness programme on sanitation ,cleanliness and pledge taken among the farm women under Swachhta Pakhwada
Start Date: Friday, December 31, 2021
End Date: Friday, December 31, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Muppaithankudy village Thirunallar Commune, KARAIKAL
Description : Talk on sanitation ,cleanliness and pledge were taken under Swachhta Pakhwada programme to Farm women in Muppaithankudy village
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Getting Advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm and Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Wednesday, December 1, 2021
End Date: Friday, December 31, 2021

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : --
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

Demonstration on 'Vermicomposting by using farm waste' has been conducted as part of Swachhta Pakhwada.
Start Date: Thursday, December 30, 2021
End Date: Thursday, December 30, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Athipadugai Village, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Organic farming system, making of vermicompost is one of the important component. By organize demonstration on making of vermicompost will help the farmers how to make and application of vermicompost on their field. Vermi poly bag and Earth warms was distributed to M. Rajendran, Pettai village.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Diagnostic Visit to farmers field
Start Date: Wednesday, December 29, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, December 29, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Ambagarathur Village, Thirunallar Commune
Description : K.Sundararajan, a Poultry farmer, residing at Ambagarathur Village son of Thiru. R.Kamalakannan (Former Agriculture Minister - Govt. of Puducherry) has rearing about 500 Nos,. of Grampriya chicks. The farmer has reported continuous mortality of birds @ 5-6 birds per day. A diagnostic visit was carried out to his farm and post mortem of the died birds was done to identify the cause of the death and advised the farmer accordingly
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Demonstration on vermi composting
Start Date: Wednesday, December 29, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, December 29, 2021

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Vadakattalai (DFI) village, Neungadu commune, Karaikal
Description : As part of Swachhta pakwada, demonstration on vermin composting was conducted at Vadakattalai village on 29.12.2021.by J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort), KVK, Karaikal. Different type of vermin worms, composting method, harvesting of vermicompost and effective recycling of farm waste were taught to the participants. About 20 participants have attended the programme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Farmers Field School on ICM in Coconut (Session III)
Start Date: Tuesday, December 28, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, December 28, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village, Thirunallar Commune, Karaikal
Description : Farmers Field School on Integrated Crop Management practices in coconut has been conducted at Pettai village of Thirunallar commune, Karaikal district. In the third session various varieties available in coconut has bean taught to the participants. Selection criteria for mother palms and nursery technology for coconut have been taught to the participants by J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort), KVK, Karaikal. About 25 coconut growers have participated.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

On campus training on Farm Waste Recycling
Start Date: Monday, December 27, 2021
End Date: Monday, December 27, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar Commune, Karaikal
Description : On campus training on Farm Waste Recycling has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 27.12.21. The topics covered were 1) Different composting methods2) Use of decomposers and 3) Coir pith composting. Technical address given by : J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort), KVK, Karaikal. Method demonstration on NCOF waste decomposer, Pusa decomposer and coirpith composting have been conducted during this training. Dr.B.Gobu, SMS (Veterinary) inaugurated the training. Dr.V.Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy) welcomed the gathering. Dr.S.Divya, SMS (Plant Protection) proposed vote of thanks. About 22 participants from Karaikal district have participated.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

SWACHHATA PAKHWADA -2021
Start Date: Sunday, December 26, 2021
End Date: Sunday, December 26, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Virtual mode
Description : Organized webinar on importance of cleanliness, sanitation and waste management among the students and rural youths on Swachhta Pakhawada (Virtual Mode) on 26.12.2021.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

SWACHHATA PAKHWADA -2021
Start Date: Saturday, December 25, 2021
End Date: Saturday, December 25, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Farm office and Vermi composting Unit, KVK Campus
Description : Cleaning of premises of Farm office ,vermicomposting unit under Swachhta Pakhwada Programme campaign at KVK Karaikal on 25.12.2021.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Swachhata Pakhwada activities
Start Date: Friday, December 24, 2021
End Date: Friday, December 24, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Agalankannu Village, Thirunallar Commune (Non adopted Village)
Description : Organised sanitation awareness campaign and pledge taken by Farmers, Farm women and Rural Youth of Non adopted village (Agalankannu Village, Thirunallar Commune) with the help of Aganwadi workers of that village.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

New Paper Coverage (Kisan Diwas (Farmers day 2021)
Start Date: Friday, December 24, 2021
End Date: Friday, December 24, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : News paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Organized on Celebration of Kisan Diwas (Farmers day 2021- Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy).
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration of floating fish feed to Composite Fish Culture for Growth enhancement
Start Date: Friday, December 24, 2021
End Date: Friday, December 24, 2021

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Sethur, Nedungadu, Keezha Vanjore
Description : Farmers actually used Groundnut Oil Cake and Rice bran to fish culture ponds. Nowadays newly introduce the Pellet fish feed for fish culture pond. So the floating fish feed FLD were given to the farmers viz., 1. P. Pandiyan, Sethur, R. Sundararajan, Nedungadu. 3. R.Jayabal , Vanjore of the Karaikal region.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Demo on Beauveria bassiana in Rice – FLD Paddy
Start Date: Friday, December 24, 2021
End Date: Friday, December 24, 2021

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Dharmapuram Village, Karaikal
Description : Paddy field visit was conducted in Dharmapuram village in karaikal district and 10 farmers participated. Demo on Beauveria bassiana in Rice was conducted in FLD trial plot
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Demonstration of Amur Common Carp in fish culture Pond
Start Date: Friday, December 24, 2021
End Date: Friday, December 24, 2021

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Pandaravadai Sethur, Sellur, Pettai, Vizhidiyur, Nedungadu (Pandaravadai)
Description : New variety of Amur Common carp introduce to the FLD Farmers 1.P.Palraj, 2. M.Pazanivel. 3. R. Kesavan, 4. S.Kaliyaperumal, 5. R.Vijayprabu of Karaikal Region
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Lecture delivered on “ICT Tools used in Agriculture and allied sectors ” during Kisan Diwas(Farmers Day) celebration
Start Date: Thursday, December 23, 2021
End Date: Thursday, December 23, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : KVK Karaikal conducted Kisan Diwas(Farmers Day) celebration as part of Swachhatha Pakhwada Programme at KVK campus and 107 farmers participated. Lecture delivered on ICT Tools used and application of agriculture & allied sectors . In this session important ICT Tools used an application of farmers viz..UZHAVAN App, FARMS App ,KISAN RATH App and TNAU Agritech Portal ..etc ., was explained.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Demo on In-situ decomposition of Rice stubbles
Start Date: Thursday, December 23, 2021
End Date: Thursday, December 23, 2021

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Conducted demo on In-situ decomposition of Rice stubbles. Preparation of Waste Decomposer and PUSA Capsul to farmers of Karaikal District.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on “IPM in Rice cultivation” during Kisan Diwas celebration
Start Date: Thursday, December 23, 2021
End Date: Thursday, December 23, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : KVK Karaikal conducted Kisan Diwas celebration at KVK and 107 farmers participated. Lecture delivered on “IPDM in Rice cultivation” conducted. In this Major pest in rice, symptom of damage and Integrated Pest and management methods like cultural control, physical control, mechanical control and biological control was explained.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Celebration of Special Day - Kisan Diwas (Farmers day 2021) sharing of experience among the farmers under Swachhata Pakhwada
Start Date: Thursday, December 23, 2021
End Date: Thursday, December 23, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal organized Celebration of Special Day - Kisan Diwas (Farmers day 2021) on 23.12.21. In this programme Dr. V. Aravinth, Ph.D., SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal welcomed the dignitaries, Dr. C. Rettinassababady, Ph.D., Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal delivered Inaugural Address and delivered lecture on IDM in Rice Crop. Dr. S. Divya, Ph.D., SMS (Plant protection), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on IPM Rice Crop, SMS (Agrl. Extension), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on ICT – Tools uses and application in Agriculture and allied sector Farmers Scientists interaction also held with PC and All SMS, KVK, Karaikal. Finally, Dr. A. Senthil, Ph.D., SMS (Agrl. Extension), KVK, Karaikal proposed vote of thanks.
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

SWACHHATA PAKHWADA -2021
Start Date: Wednesday, December 22, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, December 22, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Mushroom Unit, KVK Campus
Description : Awareness creation and demonstration conducted to Farm women's on utilization of Agricultural Waste like Paddy straw and other waste to be used for Mushroom cultivation under Swachhta Pakhwada Programme campaign at KVK Karaikal on 22.12.2021.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

SWACHHATA PAKHWADA -2021
Start Date: Tuesday, December 21, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, December 21, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Mayor A.Sowantharangan High School, Sethur,
Description : Pledge taken ,Creation of awareness about Cleanliness and sanitation to the school children's under Sawchhata pakhwada Programme Campaign at Mayor A.Sowantharangan High School, Sethur, Thirunallar Commune on 21.12.2021.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Farmers Field School on ICM in Coconut (Session II)
Start Date: Tuesday, December 21, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, December 21, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village, Thirunallar Commune, Karaikal
Description : Farmers Field School on Integrated Crop Management practices in coconut has been conducted at Pettai village of Thirunallar commune, Karaikal district. In the second session Pre knowledge test has been conducted through ballot box method. Soil and climatic requirement for coconut cultivation has bean taught to the participantsby J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort), KVK, Karaikal. About 25coconut growershave participated.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Demo on Pheramone trap and Tricho card in Rice – FLD Paddy
Start Date: Monday, December 20, 2021
End Date: Monday, December 20, 2021

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Vadakatalai Village (DFI), KARAIKAL
Description : Paddy field visit was conducted in Vadakatalai village in karaikal district and 11 farmers participated. Demo on Pheramone trap and Tricho card in Rice was conducted in FLD trial plot
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Cleaning in terrace garden under Swachhta pakwada
Start Date: Monday, December 20, 2021
End Date: Monday, December 20, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : As part of Swachhta pakwada, cleaning work has been carried out in the terrace garden unit at KVK on 20.12.2021. The plant debris collected were undergone decomposition.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Swachhata Pakhwada Activities
Start Date: Sunday, December 19, 2021
End Date: Sunday, December 19, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Campus - Dairy Unit
Description : As a part of Swachhata Pakhwada Activities the Dairy and Poultry unit and its surroundings of KVK, Karaikal were cleaned and scrutinized, disinfect spraying also was carried out. Totally 10 KVK Staffs were involved in the programe
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

New Paper Coverage (Natural Farming – 2021)
Start Date: Saturday, December 18, 2021
End Date: Saturday, December 18, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Organized on Celebration of Natural farming 2021 - Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy).
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

SWACHHATA PAKHWADA -2021
Start Date: Saturday, December 18, 2021
End Date: Saturday, December 18, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Cleaning and sanitation of premises around Administrative Building of KVK Campus on 18.12.2021.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

SWACHHATA PAKHWADA -2021
Start Date: Friday, December 17, 2021
End Date: Friday, December 17, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Swachhta Pakhwada Activities in Office - Sorted old records, junk material, old books, disposal of old materials and weeded out old records at KVK campus. at KVK campus on 17.12.2021.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

On campus training on ‘Mushroom Cultivation”
Start Date: Friday, December 17, 2021
End Date: Friday, December 17, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : SHGs and Farm womens participated in Mushroom cultivation training and actively participated in mushroom cultivation demonstration and they were taken to visit Mushroom demonstration unit at KVK.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture Delivered
Start Date: Friday, December 17, 2021
End Date: Friday, December 17, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : PAJANCOA & RI, Nedungadu, Karaikal
Description : Delivered lecture on Integrated Weed management on Pulses and Oil seed crops. Around 25 numbers of farmers were participated in the training programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

SWACHHATA PAKHWADA -2021-Pledge Taken
Start Date: Thursday, December 16, 2021
End Date: Thursday, December 16, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Awareness created among the farmers during Honourable PM's webcasting programme of Natural farming, Banner Displayed at prominent places and Conducted Swachhata Plegde with farmers at KVK campus on 16.12.2021. Totally 82 farmers, students & 13 staffs were participated
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Awareness programme on “Natural Farming” and webcast the live programme of Hon'ble Prime Minister's speech.
Start Date: Thursday, December 16, 2021
End Date: Thursday, December 16, 2021

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal organized the farmers meet to webcast the live programme of Hon'ble Prime Minister's speech on Natural farming during valedictory function of Gujarat summit and Awareness programme on Natural Farming on 16.12.21. In this programme Dr. V. Aravinth, Ph.D., SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal welcomed the dignitaries, Dr. C. Rettinassababady, Ph.D., Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal delivered Inaugural Address. Dr. R. Mohan, Professor, Department of Agronomy, PAJANCOA&RI, Karaikal delivered lecture on " Natural Farming ", Thiru. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on " Organic Input preparation ". Farmers Scientists interaction also held with PC and All SMS, KVK, Karaikal. Finally, Dr. A. Senthil, Ph.D., SMS (Agrl. Extension), KVK, Karaikal proposed vote of thanks.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Off Campus Training on ‘IPDM in Rice”
Start Date: Wednesday, December 15, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, December 15, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Vadakatalai village (DFI)
Description : KVK Karaikal conducted one day of campus training on “IPDM in Rice cultivation” in Vadakatalai village (DFI). In this training Major pest and diseases in rice, symptom of damage and Integrated Pest and disease management methods like cultural control, physical control, mechanical control and biological control was explained.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Farmers Field School on ICM in Coconut (Session I)
Start Date: Tuesday, December 14, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village, Thirunallar Commune, Karaikal
Description : Farmers Field School on Integrated Crop Management practices in coconut has been initiated at Pettai village of Thirunallar commune, Karaikal district. In the first session introduction about Farmers Field School wasgiven by J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort), KVK, Karaikal. The programme was inaugurated by Dr.C.Rettinassababady, Programme Coordinator. Dr.A.Senthil, SMS (Extension) made group formation among the participants. Dr.V.Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy) welcomed the gathering. Dr.S.Divya, SMS (Plant Protection) proposed vote of thanks.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Tuesday, December 14, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Keezha Perumpalam, Poompokar, Mayiladuthurai Dist.
Description : Training and demonstration of Value added Fish and Prawn products to SC farmers of Keezha Perumpalam, Village in Poompokar. Under Sponsored programme (Entrepreneurship development in Dharmapuri)
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Field visit
Start Date: Monday, December 13, 2021
End Date: Monday, December 13, 2021

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Sethur, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Production technological products advisory service
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Training program on “Enhancing Resilience through Entrepreneurship" (Virtual Mode)
Start Date: Monday, December 6, 2021
End Date: Friday, December 10, 2021

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : ICAR -NAARM, Hyderabad
Description : The course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the process of entrepreneurship development (Stimulation, Support and Sustenance). Besides the above, it also provides an opportunity to experience and explore various entrepreneurial skills and competencies required for an entrepreneur to start and manage entrepreneurship.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

New Paper Coverage (Celebration of World Soil Day – 2021)
Start Date: Wednesday, December 8, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, December 8, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Organized on Celebration of World Soil Day 2021 - Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy).
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on ‘Mushroom Cultivation”
Start Date: Wednesday, December 8, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, December 8, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Final year PAJANCOA students 44 members participated in Mushroom cultivation demonstrated and they were taken to visit Mushroom demonstration unit at KVK.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered to PAJANCOA&RI Final year Students
Start Date: Tuesday, December 7, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, December 7, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Explained about the Production technology of Vermicompost and also explained about types of earth worms, layers of compost materials and harvest of vermicompost etc. and explained about the Coconut nursery preparation.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

PAJANCO &RI -RAWE Students Visited to KVK
Start Date: Tuesday, December 7, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, December 7, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture and Research Institute - IV-B.Sc.(Hons) Agri-2018 Batch -RAWE Students Visited to KVK campus.Dr. C. Rettinassababady .Principal cum Programme Coordinator has addressed introductory speech about KVK ,Madur and over all activities towards serving farming community with effective manner then followed by all SMS(s) were taken lectures like ICT Tools and applications used in agriculture and allied sectors , Terrace garden techniques, organic inputs preparations –Panjakaviya and Fish acid solution ,Hi-tech Nursery Techniques in Fruits and vegetables cultivation ,Coconut Nursery , Mushroom Production Technologies(Milky and Oyster ), Vermi Composting Techniques , Cattle and Poultry Production and Management methods ,Fisheries rearing techniques ..etc., and also students were visited to the all demo units at KVK campus
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Celebration of World Soil Day – 2021
Start Date: Monday, December 6, 2021
End Date: Monday, December 6, 2021

Event Category : World Soil Day
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : In this programme Dr. V. Aravinth, Ph.D., SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal welcomed the dignitaries and participants, Dr. C. Rettinassababady, Ph.D., Principal Cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal delivered Inaugural Address. Dr. P. Senthilvalavan, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Soil Science and Agriculture Chemistry, Faculty of Agriculture, Annamalai University, Chidambaram delivered lecture on "Integrated Nutrient Management in Rice and Management of Problem Soils", Dr. G. Vembu, Agricultural Officer (Chemistry I), Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Karaikal delivered lecture on " Importance of Soil Health Card ", Dr. V. Aravinth, Ph.D., SMS (Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on " Mitigation of flood affected Rice crop " and Dr. S. Divya, Ph.D., SMS (Plant protection), KVK, Karaikal delivered lecture on “IPM and IDM in Rice”. In this event an exhibition were arranged for benefit of farming community.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on IPDM in Rice
Start Date: Monday, December 6, 2021
End Date: Monday, December 6, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, MADUR, KARAIKAL
Description : Paddy is the major crop in Karaikal District. Now the samba crop is in vegetative stage to flowering stage Hence, a lecture delivered was conducted on Soil health day to farmers to adopt IPDM practices and manage the pest and disease incidence.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Getting Advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm and Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Monday, November 1, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : --
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

Joint Visit – Success farmer
Start Date: Thursday, November 25, 2021
End Date: Thursday, November 25, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Dharmapuram and, pandaravadai
Description : Two Mushroom demo unit was visited In village Dharmapuram and, pandaravadai . and advisory services was given
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Training and demonstration of “Pre-processing of Fish & Shell fishes
Start Date: Wednesday, November 24, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, November 24, 2021

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK, Madur Karaikal
Description : ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technology, Cochin is conducted field level training cum demonstration programme topic on “Pre-processing and hygienically drying of fish and shellfishes using ICAR-CIFT Solar cum electric backup fish dryer” at KVK Madur on 24th Nov, 2021 under ICAR-CIFT Scheduled caste sub plan programme (SCSP) to 25 SC participants. The scientist from ICAR-CIFT Kochi handled the practical session were Dr.Chandrasekar, Dr.Sathish kumar & Dr.K.Murali and explained hygienically processing handling, engineering, economics and marketing aspects of dry dishes preparation from available locally fishes such as Mackerel, Anchovy, Shrimp and Ribbon fishes These training has been a part of MOU signed between ICAR-CIFT, Kochi and KVK, Madur, Karaikal under this, a 10Kg capacity of solar cum electric backup fish dryer as well as Model Mini Fish Processing unit items were supplied and installed at KVK Madur, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Field visit
Start Date: Wednesday, November 24, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, November 24, 2021

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kumarakudi, Pandaravadai
Description : In order to get the success story of the farmer who have benefited through KVK the details of technologies adopted by the farmers and the details of farming practices were collected and documented.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Advisory Service to Fish Farmer
Start Date: Tuesday, November 23, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Thamanangudy
Description : Stocking of Catla, Mirgal and Gift Tilapia fish fingerlings in Newly digging trenches, feed management and maintenance of water level in culture period were also discussed with farmer during the field visit.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Group discussion – Paddy
Start Date: Friday, November 19, 2021
End Date: Friday, November 19, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Puduthurai Village
Description : Group discussion was conducted with paddy farmers on their pest and disease incidence last year. The symptom of damage and management practices was explained with farmers for effective management in current season.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field Visit – FLD Paddy
Start Date: Wednesday, November 17, 2021
End Date: Friday, November 19, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Varichykudi, Kotucherry,Thiruvetaikudi, Ponpethi, Usupur, Kelaiyur, Dharnmapuranm & Pudhuthurai
Description : Paddy field visit was conducted in Varichykudi, Kotucherry,Thiruvetaikudi,Ponpethi,Usupur,Kelaiyur,Dharnmapuranm,Pudhuthurai in 13 farmers field to identify pest incidence. Gall midge, Stem borer and leaf folder was infested in most of the fields and advisory services was given
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit
Start Date: Thursday, November 18, 2021
End Date: Thursday, November 18, 2021

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Athipadugai
Description : In order to get the success story of the farmer who have benefited through KVK the details of technologies adopted by the farmers and the details of farming practices were collected and documented.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field Visit for FLD farmers field on Seed cum fertilizer drill in Rice crop
Start Date: Wednesday, November 17, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, November 17, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : T.R.Pattinam and Neravy
Description : Field visit to FLD on Seed cum fertilizer drill in Rice crop for observation and gave advisory on crop production
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Virtual Meeting attended
Start Date: Tuesday, November 16, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, November 16, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Puducherry.
Description : Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojna (PKVY), Second State Level Executive Committee Meeting attended online conducted on 16.11.2021 and discuss about the Project of PKVY.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit
Start Date: Friday, November 12, 2021
End Date: Friday, November 12, 2021

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Pettai and Agalankannu Villages
Description : In order to get the success story of the farmer who have benefited through KVK the details of technologies adopted by the farmers and the details of farming practices were collected and documented.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Radio talk (Phone in programme)
Start Date: Thursday, November 11, 2021
End Date: Thursday, November 11, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR, Karaikal
Description : Phone in programme on Integrated Nutrient Management in coconuthas been broadcasted through All India Radio, Karaikal on 11.11.21 from 7.30 to 8.00 pm. Use of green manures, organic amendments, biofertilizers and macro and micro nutrients were discussed in this programme. The farmers called over phone and clarified their doubts on nutrient management in coconut.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

On campus training on ICM in Coconut
Start Date: Friday, October 29, 2021
End Date: Friday, October 29, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : On campus training on ICM in Coconut has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 29.10.21. The topics covered were 1) Irrigation management and INM practices 2) Integrated pest and 3) Integrated DiseaseManagement practices. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. C. Rettinassababady, Principal cum Programme Coordinator. Technical address given by :1) Dr. C.Rettinassababady, Programme coordinator,2) J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort), KVK, Karaikal and 3) Dr.S.Divya, SMS (PP), KVK, Karaikal About 23 participants from Karaikal and various districts of Tamil Nadu have participated.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on ‘IPM in Coconut”
Start Date: Friday, October 29, 2021
End Date: Friday, October 29, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : ICM in Coconut Oncampus training programme was conducted in KVK. In this programme SMS (PP) of KVK karaikal delivered a lecture on IPM in Coconut and 25 farmers were participated in the programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Getting Advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm and Livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Friday, October 1, 2021
End Date: Friday, October 29, 2021

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : --
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

Field visit to FLD on Demonstration on Rice Variety ADT 54.
Start Date: Thursday, October 28, 2021
End Date: Thursday, October 28, 2021

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Athipadugai, Mela PonPethi and Nedungadu
Description : Field visit to FLD on Demonstration on Rice Variety ADT 54 for observation. Observed growth parameters and Plant Protection aspects
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Swachhata Hi Seva - 2021 - Weeding of unwanted files at KVK Office
Start Date: Thursday, October 28, 2021
End Date: Thursday, October 28, 2021

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Swachhata Hi Seva - 2021 - Weeding of unwanted files at KVK Office, Madur, Karaikal
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Field visit for FLD Farmers field on Demonstration of Fodder Cowpea (Co-9)
Start Date: Thursday, October 28, 2021
End Date: Thursday, October 28, 2021

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Kannapur - DFI Village - Thirunallar Commune
Description : Field visit to FLD on Demonstration of Fodder Cowpea (C0-9) observation
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Cleaning of terrace garden under Swachhta hi sewa
Start Date: Thursday, October 28, 2021
End Date: Thursday, October 28, 2021

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Cleaning work was carried out on the terrace garden demonstration unit at KVK, Karaikal. Subject Matter Specialists Horticulture, Agrl.Extension and Plant Protection, Programme Assistant (Computer), Supporting staff and Full time casual labours were participated and cleaned the terrace garden unit
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture Delivered
Start Date: Tuesday, October 26, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, October 26, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Sikkal, Nagapattinam District..
Description : Delivered lecture on Organic Inputs production and Management to the Rural Youth of Nagapattinam District. Around 25 numbers of Rural Youth were participated in the training programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field visit to OFT Ridge gourd plots
Start Date: Thursday, October 21, 2021
End Date: Thursday, October 21, 2021

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Vizhithiyur, Oozhiyapaththu
Description : On Farm Testing on Assessment of Early bearing Ridgegourd hybrids is being implemented at Vizhithiyur cluster of Karaikal district. Observations on plant height, fruit length and number of fruits were recorded.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field Visit for FLD farmers field on Seed cum fertilizer drill in Rice crop
Start Date: Wednesday, October 20, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, October 20, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : T.R.Pattinam, Karaikal
Description : Field visit to FLD on Seed cum fertilizer drill in Rice crop for observation. Top dressing of fertilizers application
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Demonstration on Pre emergence herbicides in rice under direct seeded condition
Start Date: Monday, October 18, 2021
End Date: Monday, October 18, 2021

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Sethur, Karaikal.
Description : Upgrade the farmers knowledge about pre emergence herbicide (Pretilachlor 50 EC) for weed management in direct seeded Rice.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Field Visit – FLD Paddy
Start Date: Tuesday, October 5, 2021
End Date: Monday, October 18, 2021

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Thirunallar Ambagarathur, Valathamangalam, Melaponpethi, Nedungadu, Keelaiyur, Manampetai, Petai, Polagam and Kurumbagaram
Description : Paddy field visit was conducted in thirunallar Ambagarathur, Valathamangalam, Melaponpethi, Nedungadu, Keelaiyur, Manampetai, Petai, Polagam, Kurumbagaram in 13 farmers field to identify pest incidence. Gall midge was infested in most of the fields and advisory services was given
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to FLD bhendi plots
Start Date: Monday, October 18, 2021
End Date: Monday, October 18, 2021

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Nedungadu, Usupur
Description : Front Line Demonstration on ICM YVMV resistant Bhendi hybrid is being implemented at Nedungadu cluster of Karaikal district. Observations on plant height and number of fruits were recorded.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Radio Talk
Start Date: Tuesday, October 12, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR – FM – at Karaikal station
Description : Radio Talk on “Integrated Weed Management and Integrated Nutrient Management on Samba Rice” in AIR-FM, Karaikal on 07-10-2021 (Recorded)
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Swachhata Hi Seva - Press Report
Start Date: Thursday, October 7, 2021
End Date: Thursday, October 7, 2021

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : KVK Staff & Farm Workers was conducted a Special Cleaning drive inn KVK campus to recycling waste vermi compost production and soil & Water conservation.
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

Swachhta Hi Seva (SHS) – Cleanliness of KVK Premises, Farm Office and Mushroom Unit at KVK.
Start Date: Wednesday, October 6, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, October 6, 2021

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : The Principal cum Programme Coordinator, Staff Members and Labourers are involved in cleaning of in front of KVK administrative Building, Farm Office and Mushroom Unit at KVK Campus. During the occasion 12 staff members and 30 labourers are involved.
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

Getting Advisory from SMS(s) for different Farm and Livestock Oriented Problems
Start Date: Wednesday, September 1, 2021
End Date: Thursday, September 30, 2021

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : --
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

Lecture Delivered to Agriculture Officers (Extension functionaries)
Start Date: Wednesday, September 29, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, September 29, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Delivered lecture on Improved techniques for cultivation of Rice crop to the Agriculture officers of Department of Agriculture and Farmers welfare, Karaikal. Around 13 numbers of Agriculture officers were participated in the training programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Press Report
Start Date: Tuesday, September 28, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, September 29, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Published in dailies - Tamil The Hindu.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Two days On Campus Training as refresher Course to the Extension functionaries of Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Karaikal.
Start Date: Tuesday, September 28, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, September 29, 2021

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK, Karaikal organized the On campus training programme as refresher Course to the Extension functionaries of Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Karaikal from 28th to 29th September 2021. In his inaugural address Dr.C.Rettinasababady, Principal cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal stressed about the need of extension functionaries training in the present scenario. The felicitation address by Thiru. J. Senthilkumar, Additional Director of Agriculture and Thiru. D.Dayalan, Block Development Officer, Karaikal KVK Subject Matter Specialists and PAJANCOA Horticulture Professors were made the presentation and discussion. Dr.A. Senthil, Subject Matter Specialist(Agri. Extension), KVK has welcome gathered and Dr.A.Aravinth, Subject Matter Specialist(Agronomy) pronounced the vote of thanks. Altogether totally 60 Nos. of Extension functionaries viz: Agriculture Officer, Assistant Agriculture Officer, Demonstration Assistant & Field Man were participated and benefited the trg.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture Delivered (On campus training Programme as refresher course to the Extension functionaries)
Start Date: Tuesday, September 28, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, September 28, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : Delivered lecture on Improved techniques for cultivation of Rice crop to the Extension functionaries of Department of Agriculture and Farmers welfare, Karaikal. Around 43 numbers of Extension functionaries were participated in the training programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On campus training on “Health Mix Preparation”
Start Date: Thursday, September 23, 2021
End Date: Thursday, September 23, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, MADUR, KARAIKAL
Description : Health mix training was conducted to SHG members with the help of BDO office. Direct selling of agriculture produce leads minimum revenue to the farmers and many childrens were affected with low weight and malnutrition. Hence the Health mix training was conducted to SHG members to develop them to be the small entrepreneur as well as nutritionally secure and to double their income. 63 SHG members were actively participated in the training programme. Technical address was given by Dr.P. Vandarkuzhali, Assistant Professor (Home Science), Department of Home Science, Avvaiyar Government College for Women, Karaikal. And demonstration was also conduct on preparation of Health mix.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Radio Talk
Start Date: Thursday, September 23, 2021
End Date: Thursday, September 23, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR – FM – At Karaikal station
Description : Radio Talk on “Return to the Soil – Rural Yourh” in AIR-FM, Karaikal on 22-09-2021 (Recorded)
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Press Report
Start Date: Monday, September 20, 2021
End Date: Monday, September 20, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Organized on Demonstration on Seed cum fertilizer drill in Rice crop - Scientists involved - PC & SMS (Agronomy).
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Press Report
Start Date: Saturday, September 18, 2021
End Date: Saturday, September 18, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : New paper Message on KVK - Karaikal - Animal health camp - Scientists involved – PC and SMS (Vet),
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Awareness campaign on Nutrition gardening and tree plantation drive
Start Date: Friday, September 17, 2021
End Date: Friday, September 17, 2021

Event Category : Poshan Vatika Maha Abhiyan & Tree Plantation 2021
Venue : Vadakattalai (DFI village), Nedunkadu commune, Karaikal district
Description : An awareness campaign onNutrition gardening has been conducted at Vadakattalai (DFI village), Nedunkadu commune,Karaikaldistrict on 17.09.21. The topics covered were 1) Recommended Dietary Allowances 2) Balanced diet 3) Establishment of nutrition garden and 4) Usage of organic inputs. The programme was inaugurated by Hon’ble Mrs. ChandiraPriyanka, Minister for Transport, Government of Puducherry. Dr. C. Rettinassababady, Principal cum Programme Coordinator welcomed the gatherings.Dr.ShamaraoJahagirdar, Dean, PAJANCOA,Karaikal delivered Special address.Training was conducted by Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. Hon’ble Union Minister for Agriculture Shri. Narendra Singh Tomar’s speech was also web streamed during this occasion. Dr. A. Senthil, SMS (Agrl. Extension) proposed vote of thanks. About 170 participants from various parts of Karaikal district have participated. About 1004 number of planting materials (Coconut, guava, stargoosbery, aloe vera, Andrographi
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Animal health camp
Start Date: Wednesday, September 15, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Vizhithiyur village
Description : Animal health camp was organized on 15th September 2021 at Vizhithiyur village. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. C. Rettinasababady, Program Coordinator, KVK. Cheif guest address given by MLA Mr. M. Nagathiyagarajan, Karaikal, Dr. G. Latha Mangeshkar, Joint Director, Department Animal Husbandry and Animal Welfare , Karaikal and Dr. M. Gopinath Veterinary, Karaikal and Dr. B. Gobu, SMS(Vet), KVK, Karaikal welcome the farmers Dr. A. Senthil SMS (Ext), KVK, Karaikal proposed Vote of thanks. About 86 animals and birds were treated viz., 25 cattle 20 goats 40 poultry and 1 dog.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Demonstration on Seed cum fertilizer drill in Rice crop.
Start Date: Tuesday, September 14, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, September 14, 2021

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : Krishi Vigyan Kendra Karaikal organized demonstration of seed cum fertilizer drill on 14.09.2021 at Neravy, Ambagarathur, Pettai, Nedungadu, Vadakattali and Kotucherry. The demonstration conducted in presence of Programme coordinator and SMS (Agronomy) demonstrate the importance of drill rice with seed cum fertilizer drill to farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Advisory Service
Start Date: Tuesday, September 14, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, September 14, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Ambagarathur Village
Description : During the Field Visit Pond Management and Pond Preparation method also explain to the farmer.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Lecture Delivered
Start Date: Thursday, September 9, 2021
End Date: Thursday, September 9, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : Delivered lecture on Fodder cultivation practices to the farmers of Karaikal District. Around 15 numbers of Farmers and Farm woman were participated in the training programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Oncampus Training
Start Date: Thursday, September 9, 2021
End Date: Thursday, September 9, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Conducted On campus training on Fodder Cowpea(Co-9) and Fodder Maize (African Tall) cultivation practices to the farmers with technical support by SMS(Agronomy) at KVK on 09-09-2021.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Radio talk
Start Date: Thursday, September 9, 2021
End Date: Thursday, September 9, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : AIR - FM - KARAIKAL STATION
Description : Live radio talk on importance of feeding mineral mixture to livestock 9.9.2021 on 7.30 pm
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Press Report
Start Date: Thursday, September 9, 2021
End Date: Thursday, September 9, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Press report on Training programme of Fodder Cowpea (Co-9) & Fodder Maize (Africal Tall) Cultivation practices on 09-09-2021 - Dinamani
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different farm and livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Sunday, August 1, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, August 31, 2021

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : --
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

Lecture Delivered
Start Date: Friday, August 27, 2021
End Date: Friday, August 27, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Thenangudi village, Karaikal.
Description : Delivered lecture on Integrated Crop Management in Samba Rice to the farmers of Thenangudi village, Karaikal. Around 25 numbers of Farmers and Farm woman were participated in the training programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture Delivered
Start Date: Friday, August 27, 2021
End Date: Friday, August 27, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Neravy village, Karaikal.
Description : Delivered lecture on Integrated Crop Management in Samba Rice to the farmers of Neravy village, Karaikal. Around 25 numbers of Farmers and Farm woman were participated in the training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On campus training on Nutrition gardening
Start Date: Thursday, August 26, 2021
End Date: Thursday, August 26, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : On campus training on Nutrition gardening has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 26.08.21. The topics covered were 1) Recommended Dietary Allowances 2) Balanced diet 3) Establishment of nutrition garden and 4) Usage of organic inputs. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. C. Rettinassababady, Principal cum Programme Coordinator. Mr.T.Dhayalan, Block Development Officer, Karaikal delivered Special address.Training was conducted by Mr. J. Kathiravan, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Karaikal. Hon’ble Union Minister for Agriculture Shri. Narendra Singh Tomar’s speech was also web streamed during this occasion. Dr. A. Senthil, SMS (Agrl. Extension) proposed welcome address and Dr. S. Divya, SMS (Plant Protection) proposed vote of thanks. About 85 participants from various parts of Karaikal district have participated.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on ‘IPM in paddy”
Start Date: Tuesday, August 24, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, August 24, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Veterinary Hospital, Thenangudi Village, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Department of Agriculture conducted Pre Season Samba campaign for Paddy cultivation. In this programme SMS (PP) of KVK karaikal delivered a lecture on IPM in Paddy cultivation which is held in village Thenangudi and 25 farmers were participated in the programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

On campus training on Integrated Crop Management in Samba Rice Cultivation
Start Date: Wednesday, August 18, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, August 18, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : Integrated Crop Management in Samba Rice Cultivation training was conducted on-campus (both online and off line mode) training mode on 18.08.2021 at KVK campus. The training programme on ICM practices in Samba Rice event inaugurated by Dr. C. Rettinasababady, Program Coordinator, KVK, Dr. V. Ambethgar, Director, Tamil Nadu Rice Research Institute (TRRI), Aduthurai were delivered his special address followed by guest lecture delivered by Dr. S. Babu, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Department of Agronomy, Faculty of Agriculture, Annamalai University, Chidambaram. Around 75 numbers from online and 91 numbers of Farmers and Farm woman were participated in the on campus training
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Advisory services
Start Date: Thursday, August 12, 2021
End Date: Thursday, August 12, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Kurumbagaram, Nedungadu
Description : Newly culture the fishes Catla, Rogu, Mirgal of carp varieties alongwith Gift Tilapia fishes.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

On campus training on ICM in Bhendi, Ridgegourd and Solanum
Start Date: Friday, July 30, 2021
End Date: Friday, July 30, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : As part of the OFT and FLD programmes implemented during Kharif 2021 an On campus training on ICM in Bhendi, Ridgegourd and Solanum has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 30.7.21. The topics covered were High yielding vegetable varieties, INM practices, Integrated pest and disease management practices and application of Panchagavya.The programme was inaugurated by Dr. C. Rettinassababady, Principal cum Programme Coordinator. Technical address given J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort), KVK, Karaikal. Welcome address given by Dr.V.Aravinth SMS (Agronomy) and Dr.B.Gobu SMS (Veterinary) proposed vote of thanks. About 25 participants from the cluster villages viz., Polagam, Ponpethi, Vizhithiyur, Nedukadu and TR Patinam have participated.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different farm and livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Thursday, July 1, 2021
End Date: Friday, July 30, 2021

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK ,Madur
Description : --
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

Meeting attended on “ Awareness programme on BIS activities for Scientist of KVKhosted by BIS”
Start Date: Thursday, July 29, 2021
End Date: Thursday, July 29, 2021

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Through Webex
Description : Department of Bureau of Indian Standards conducted webinar on BIS related to agricultural commodities and how to register in online for licensing. In this programme SMS (PP) of KVK karaikal participated in the programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Jal Shakti Abhiyan
Start Date: Monday, July 26, 2021
End Date: Monday, July 26, 2021

Event Category : Jal Shakti Abhiyan 2022
Venue : KVK, Karaikal.
Description : The Jal Sakthi Abhiyan Programme was organized by KVK, Karaikal through online training programmes during on 26.07.2021. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. C. Rettinasababady, Program Coordinator, KVK. Technical address given by Dr.S.Porpavai, Professor and Head, ARS,TNAU, Thanjavur about irrigation management for Samba Rice cultivation and Mr. P. Annamalai, Join Director of Agriculture (Retd,), Puducherry explained about the reclamation of saline water and Dr. V. Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), KVK, Karaikal welcome the farmers and explained about the Importance of Irrigation water. Mr. J. Kathiravan SMS (Hort), KVK, Karaikal proposed Vote of thanks. About 70 participants from Karaikal and Puducherry were participated.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Presentation of farmers problems in Karaikal region
Start Date: Friday, July 16, 2021
End Date: Friday, July 16, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Google meet virtually
Description : PAJANCOA & RI organized the virtual Annual Technical Meet and the Department of Agriculture, Horticulture and HODs of PAJANCOA &RI were participated. In that programme farmers problem faced in Karaikal District was presented by SMS(Plant Protection) of KVK karaikal and other SMS’s were also participated in the Programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Tree plantation drive
Start Date: Friday, July 16, 2021
End Date: Friday, July 16, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Tree plantation drive was conducted by planting of Red Sanders (Pterocarpus santalinus) 20 number at K.V.K farm, Karaikal was carried out. In this programme Dr. C. Rettinassababady, Principal cum Programme Co-ordinator Planting the first sapling of Red Sanders tree and followed by Thiru.J.Kathiravan, Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture), Dr.S.Divya, Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection), Dr.V.Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy), Mr. J. Murugesan, Farm manager and Labours of this Kendra are participated. After that the Principal cum Programme Co-ordinator explained about importance and benefits of growing trees and their management practices. 20 participants were participated in this event.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on ‘IPDM in Vegetables”
Start Date: Friday, July 16, 2021
End Date: Friday, July 16, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Through online (Zoom App) in virtual training on ICM in Vegetables (KVK, Madur)
Description : KVK Karaikal conducted one day virtual training on “ICM in Vegetable cultivation” during ICAR foundation day. In this training Major pest and diseases in vegetables, symptom of damage and Integrated Pest and disease management methods like cultural control, physical control, mechanical control and biological control was explained.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field Visit
Start Date: Friday, July 16, 2021
End Date: Friday, July 16, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Peetai, Thirunalaru cluster
Description : KVK Karaikal conducted in Peetai village and problem in paddy field was noticed. It was affected with thrips and leaf folder. Advisory services was given.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Virtual training on ICM in vegetable crops
Start Date: Friday, July 16, 2021
End Date: Friday, July 16, 2021

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Virtual training on ICM in vegetable crops' has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 16.7.21. The topics covered were 1) High yielding vegetable varieties, Protray nursery technology, INM practices 2) Integrated pest and disease management practices. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. C. Rettinassababady, Principal cum Programme Coordinator. Technical address given by : 1) J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort), KVK, Karaikal and 2) Dr.S.Divya, SMS (PP), KVK, Karaikal About 45 participants from Karaikal and various districts of Tamil Nadu have participated.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Attended NABARD 40th Day celebration
Start Date: Monday, July 12, 2021
End Date: Monday, July 12, 2021

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Through Webinar
Description : NABARD implemented projects and their achievements were briefed in the celebration
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on ‘IPM in paddy”
Start Date: Friday, July 2, 2021
End Date: Friday, July 2, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Nedungadu Village
Description : Department of Agriculture conducted two days training on Soil Health Card recommendations for sustainable agriculture. In this programme SMS (PP) of KVK karaikal delivered a lecture on IPM in Paddy cultivation which is held in village Nedungadu and 25 farmers were participated in the programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Terrace gardening
Start Date: Thursday, July 1, 2021
End Date: Thursday, July 1, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : A virtual training on Terrace gardening was organised by ATMA, Perambalur district. Technical lecture on Terrace gardening was given J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort), KVK, Karaikal. Selection of site, pot mixture preparation, containers, preparation of bio pesticides and organic inputs were delt in this session.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Getting advisory from SMS(s) for different farm and livestock oriented problems
Start Date: Tuesday, June 1, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK ,Madur
Description : Farmers visit to KVK
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

Diagnostic visit to farmers field
Start Date: Tuesday, June 1, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Farmers field from different locations of Karaikal District
Description : Identified the problems in Paddy, Brinjal& Cotton crops and suggest suitable remedies
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

Scientific Advisory committee (SAC) meeting (Online & Offline)
Start Date: Monday, June 28, 2021
End Date: Monday, June 28, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar Taluk, Karaikal
Description : The 14 th Scientific Advisory committee (SAC) meeting conducted on 28.06.2021 at KVK through Online & Offline mode. The Chairman, SAC -KVK cum Director, Dept. of Agrl. & Farmers Welfare, Govt. of Puducherry Dr. B. Ramakichenin @ Balagandhi, gave opening remarks and inaugurated the meeting. Dr. C. Rettinassababady, Principal cum Programme Co-ordinator, has welcomed the gathering and presented the previous SAC action taken Report. Dr. M.Jawaharlal, DEE, TNAU offered his remarks through online mode, Dean, PAJANCOA& RI, Karaikal, The Principal Scientist, ICAR ATARI Hyderabad Dr A. Baskaran, (virtually)and other line department officials as well as non official members (Farmers) were actively participated in the deliberations. Dr.A.Senthil ,SMS(Agrl. Extension) ,KVK has delivered Vote of thanks
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

Balanced use of fertilizers
Start Date: Friday, June 18, 2021
End Date: Friday, June 18, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Awareness program on Balanced use of fertilizers through virtual mode has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 18.6.21. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. C. Rettinasababady, Program Coordinator, KVK. Special address was given by Dr.R. Bavani, State Coordinator, DRDA, Puducherry. Technical address: 1. Usage of organic inputs by J. Kathiravan SMS (Hort), and Importance of soil testing by Dr.V. Aravinth, SMS (Ag). Dr. A. Senthil SMS (Extn), KVK, Karaikal proposed Vote of thanks. About 69 participants from Karaikal and Puducherry were participated. Awareness program on Balanced use of fertilizers through virtual mode has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 18.6.21. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. C. Rettinasababady, Program Coordinator, KVK. Special address was given by Dr.R. Bavani, State Coordinator, DRDA, Puducherry. Technical address: 1. Usage of organic inputs by J. Kathiravan SMS (Hort), and Importance of soil testing by Dr.V. Aravinth, SMS (Ag). Dr. A. Senthil SMS (Extn), KV
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

IPDM in Rice Fallow Cotton
Start Date: Friday, June 11, 2021
End Date: Friday, June 11, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK ,Madur ,Karaikal
Description : Dr. Shankar Ganesh ,Principal Scientist, CICR, Coimbatore has delivered lecture on IPM practices in cotton and Dr.S.Divya ,SMS(PP),KVK, has delivered lecture on IDM practices in cotton .
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Composite Fish culture technology
Start Date: Wednesday, June 9, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, June 9, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur ,Karaikal
Description : Inaugural address by Programme coordinator, KVK, Madur followed by guest lecture delivered on Composite Fish culture technology by Deputy Director (Fisheries),Karaikal .
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Virtual training on Usage of Organic inputs in Vegetable cultivation.
Start Date: Monday, June 7, 2021
End Date: Monday, June 7, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Virtual training on 'Usage of organic inputs in vegetable cultivation' has been conducted at KVK, Karaikal on 7.6.21. The topics covered were 1) Use of Bio fertilizers and Bio control agents and 2) Preparation and use of organic inputs. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. C. Rettinassababady, Principal cum Programme Coordinator. Technical address given by : 1) Dr.R.Elango, Associate professor, Annamalai University 2) J. Kathiravan, SMS (Hort), KVK, Karaikal. About 100 participants from Karaikal and various districts of Tamil Nadu have participated.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Celebration of World Environment Day,2021
Start Date: Saturday, June 5, 2021
End Date: Saturday, June 5, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : World Environmental Day 05.06.2021 was celebrated with the theme of 'Ecosystem restoration' thorough Virtual Training programme. Dr. C. Rettinasababady, Principal cum Programme Coordinator, KVK, Madur ,Karaikal was inaugurated and stressed that importance of celebration World Environment day, objectives, theme added. Dr.K.BoomiRaj, Asst. Professor (Environmental Sciences) ,ODL, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University ,Coimbatore was delivered the special lecture on “ World Environment Day is celebrated every year on June 5 globally. It is a day on which we spread awareness about the environment and the need to conserve it. Moreover, it is essential to advocate for a greener environment and conservation of nature. It is quite simple as when we conserve the environment today, the future generations will be able to lead a healthier life. We cannot be so selfish and use up all the resources for ourselves. World Environment Day is the perfect opportunity to make people aware of the issues we
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Virtual training programme on “Kuruvai Rice Cultivation Practices
Start Date: Thursday, June 3, 2021
End Date: Thursday, June 3, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Conducted one day virtual training programme on “Kuruvai Rice Cultivation Practices” to the Rice growing farmers of Karaikal District. Dr. C. Rettinassababady, Programme Coordinator of KVK inaugurated the training programme. Dr. S. Elamathi, Assistant Professor, TRRI, Aduthurai delivered lecture on Agronomic cultivation practices for Rice and he explained about the verities suitable for Kuruvai season, nursery management, Main field preparation, INM, IWM and IPM. Dr. V. Aravinth, Subject Matter Specialist, KVK Karaikal explained the SRI Technology to the farmer. About 70 Nos of Rice growing farmers was joined in online meet and get benefited.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Dairy as Profitable Enterprises
Start Date: Tuesday, June 1, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, June 1, 2021

Event Category : World Milk Day
Venue : KVK ,Madur
Description : Dr.George Paradis.S ,Professor (Animal Husbandry) has deleiverd lecture on Dairy as profitable enterprises to farmers of karaikal district throgh online mode regarding World Milk day 1.06. 2021
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Virtual Training on ‘Bee Keeping”
Start Date: Friday, May 28, 2021
End Date: Friday, May 28, 2021

Event Category : World Bee Day
Venue : Through online (Zoom App)
Description : KVK Karaikal conducted one day virtual training on “Bee Keeping”. In Karaikal region with the help of BDO, Karaikal 75 SHG members were participated and get benefited. SMS (PP) delivered lecture on role of honey bees in increasing agriculture productivity and bee keeping as economic enterprises. Guest lecture was given by Mr. Kaliya Murthy, Success Bee Keeping Entrepreneur from Trichy District.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field visit to FLD – ICM in Sesame
Start Date: Friday, May 28, 2021
End Date: Friday, May 28, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Keezhaiyur - Thirunallar Commune
Description : Field visit and Advisory service given to the FLD Seame about Nutrient management, Pest and Disease Management.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Diagnostic field visit - Ridge gourd
Start Date: Thursday, May 27, 2021
End Date: Thursday, May 27, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Agalankannu
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to ridgegourd field at Agalankannu village of Karaikal district. Fruit fly incidence was noticed. It was instructed to install fruitfly traps in the field.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Diagnostic field visit - Brinjal
Start Date: Wednesday, May 26, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, May 26, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Athipadugai
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to brinjal field at Athipadugai village of Karaikal district. Some of the plants were infested with root rot and micronutrient deficiency was also noticed in some plants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field Visit
Start Date: Saturday, May 22, 2021
End Date: Saturday, May 22, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai - Thirunallar Commune
Description : Front Line Demonstration on ICM practices for newly released Snakegourd hybrid COH1 is being implemented at Thirunallarcluster of Karaikal district. Observations on plant height and number of fruits were recorded.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit to FLD – Demonstration of Integrated crop management and Eco-friendly IPM strategies in Rice fallow cotton
Start Date: Friday, May 21, 2021
End Date: Friday, May 21, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Valathamangalam - Thirunallar Commune
Description : Advisory service and explain about the benefits & application method of TNAU Cotton plus.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Training and demonstration on Vermicompost production
Start Date: Friday, May 21, 2021
End Date: Friday, May 21, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pettai village - Thirunallar Commune
Description : Vermi poly bag and Earth warms was distributed to M. Rajendran, Pettai village. As follow-up action the status of vermicompost production by utilizing the above distributed material was viewed and the improvement masseurs were also suggested accordingly.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Diagnostic field visit
Start Date: Thursday, May 6, 2021
End Date: Thursday, May 6, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Kumarakudi
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to brinjal field at Kumarakudi village of Karaikal district. Some of the plants were infested with root rot and micronutrient deficiency was also noticed in some plants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field Visit - Cotton
Start Date: Thursday, May 6, 2021
End Date: Thursday, May 6, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Kumarakudi - Thirunallar Commune
Description : KVK Karaikal conducted field visit on cotton crop in kumarakudi village and given advisory services.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Training and demonstration on Vermicompost production
Start Date: Friday, April 30, 2021
End Date: Friday, April 30, 2021

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : Pettai village
Description : Organic farming system, making of vermicompost is one of the important component. By organize demonstration on making of vermicompost will help the farmers how to make and application of vermicompost on their field. Vermi poly bag and Earth warms was distributed to M. Rajendran, Pettai village.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Farmer visit to KVK
Start Date: Monday, April 12, 2021
End Date: Thursday, April 29, 2021

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : 1) SMS (Veterinary) has located FLD beneficiary farmers address (T.R.Pattinam) for the supply of Azolla Seeds to the farmer (S. Pradeep, T.R.Pattinam) whom visited the KVK. 2) SMS (Veterinary) has explained about the methods of rearing quails and its management techniques to the farmer (V.Vedanayagam, Kurumbagaram) whom visited the KVK.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Virtual Training progromme on Summer management of Livestock and Poultry
Start Date: Thursday, April 29, 2021
End Date: Thursday, April 29, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Online training
Description : A Virtual training programme on Summer management of Livestock and Poultry was organized under veterinary discipline of this Kendra. Dr. C. Rettinasababady, the programme coordinator of this Kendra has given presidential address through virtual mode Dr. B. Gobu, SMS )Veterinary) has delivered a lecture on Ways and meand to combat the heat stress of the animals and birds. Dr. G. Latha mangeskar, Joint Director, DAH&AW, Karaikal and Dr. Anbukarasu, VAS, Veterinary Dispensary, Kotucherry have given the fecilation address. About 12 Nos of participants attended the meeting in the Farmwers and Farm women. SMS (Extension), SMS (Agronomy) & SMS (Hortculture) were also joined the virtual gathering.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Advisory Service on composite fish culture pond
Start Date: Wednesday, April 28, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, April 28, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Vizhidiyur and Athipadugai
Description : Advisory service given to Composite fish culture done in Athipadugai and Vizhidiyur farmer pond. Advised to maintain the water level and feed management in culture ponds.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Diagnostic field visit
Start Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Thalatheru, Karaikal
Description : Diagnostic visit was made to brinjal field at Thalatheru village of Karaikal district. The field was heavily infested with hoppers and micronutrient deficiency.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit
Start Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Athipadugai & Agalankannu Village
Description : Front Line Demonstration on Micronutrient management in vegetables is being implemented at Agalankannu village of Karaikal district. Foliar spraying of vegetable special was practiced on 20th and 40th days after planting. Observations on plant height and number of branches were recorded. Another Front Line Demonstration on ICM practices in Newly released snakegourd hybrid COH1 is being implemented at Athipadugai village. The field was visited and observed the growth performance of snakegourd and issued advisory to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit
Start Date: Monday, April 26, 2021
End Date: Monday, April 26, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Athipadugai Village of Thirunallar Commune
Description : Front Line Demonstration on Micronutrient management in vegetables is being implemented at Athipadugai cluster of Karaikal district. Foliar spraying of vegetable special was practiced on 20th and 40th days after planting. Observations on plant height and number of branches were recorded.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Training and demonstration on Vermicompost production
Start Date: Friday, April 23, 2021
End Date: Friday, April 23, 2021

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : Oozhiyapathu village
Description : Organic farming system, making of vermicompost is one of the important component. By organize demonstration on making of vermicompost will help the farmers how to make and application of vermicompost on their field. Earth warms was distributed to M. Kesavan, Oozhiyapathu.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

FLD Field visit
Start Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Sethur, Pandaravadai & Kotucherry
Description : KVK Scientist team with Dr.C.Rettinasababady, Programme Coordinator, SMS(Veterinary), SMS (Agronomy), SMS(Plant Protection) were visited the FLD plot of Demonstration of Namakkal Gold Quail in Karaikal District at beneficiary places like Kottucherry (K. Maharaja), Pandaravadai (Arokia Sebastian) & Nedungadu (I.Hemalatha) and examined the rearing status of the Quails thereby advised to the existing situation.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Field Visit on Sucking pest management in Cotton
Start Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Neravy, Sirumavilangai, Puthakudi, Ponpethi
Description : SMS(Plant Protection), SMS(Agronomy) and Programme coordinator visited the FLD cotton fields of Neravi, Sirumavilangai, Puthakudi, Ponpethi villages. And observed the sucking pest thrips and given advisory services like blue sticky trap installation and foliar spray of Azadiractin. In connection with this observations was recorded before spray count. farmers were participated and get benefited.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

FLD Field visit of Jayanthi Rogu fish culture in freshwater & Integrated fish culture
Start Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Karukankudy and Nallathur
Description : KVK Scientist team with Programme Coordinator and Sub Inspector (Fisheries) were visited the FLD Pond of Jayanthi Rogu fish culture at Karrukankudy Village and Integrated Fish culture at Nallathur Village. During the field visit the growth performance of fishes were identified.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Field visit to FLD - Demonstration of Integrated crop management and Eco-friendly IPM strategies in Rice fallow cotton
Start Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Serumavilangai, Mela Ponpethi, Nedungadu and Puthakudy
Description : Field visit and Advisory service given to the FLD Cotton farmers about Nutrient management, Pest and Disease Management
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Advisory services on Coconut red palm weevil in Coconut
Start Date: Monday, April 19, 2021
End Date: Monday, April 19, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Farmer visited KVK, Karaikal and got advisory services for the management of Red palm weevil in coconut
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field Visit on Brinjal Fruit and shoot borer in Brinjal
Start Date: Friday, April 9, 2021
End Date: Friday, April 9, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Athipadugai, Agalanganu
Description : FLD farmers field was infested with Fruit and shoot borer in brinjal and visited the field and advisory services was given for the management to increase the yield in Brinjal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field Day on FLD “ Bio intensive Integrated Management of YMV under rice fallow conditions in Black Gram”
Start Date: Friday, April 9, 2021
End Date: Friday, April 9, 2021

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Neravy
Description : Dr. S. Divya, SM (Plant Protection) conducted demonstration on Bio intensive Integrated Management of YMV under rice fallow conditions in Black Gram. Today conducted field day in order to popularize the technology to the neighboring farmers
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Off campus training on Use of Plant Growth Regulator for gourds
Start Date: Friday, April 9, 2021
End Date: Friday, April 9, 2021

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Pettai village, Thirunallar taluk, Karaikal
Description : Off campus training on Use of PGR in gourds was conducted at Pettai village on 9.4.21. This training has been conducted as part of FLD on Demonstration on Snakegourd hybrid COH1. Foliar spraying of ethrel was demonstrated during this training. About 11 farmers were participated in this training.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field visit to CFLD - Balck gram and Green gram field
Start Date: Friday, April 9, 2021
End Date: Friday, April 9, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Thennankudy, Nallezhendur, Vizhidiyur and Neravy
Description : Advisory service and observed maturity of pod for harvest.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Scientist visit to Farmers field
Start Date: Friday, March 12, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, March 31, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Valathamangalam & Pettai
Description : Lactacideries in Cattle & Ict infection in crossbred chicken
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Farmer Visit to KVK
Start Date: Thursday, March 18, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, March 31, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Fodder seeds requirement & Quail rearing
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Field visit to CFLD - Balck gram and Green gram field
Start Date: Friday, March 19, 2021
End Date: Friday, March 19, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Kannapur, Thennankudy and Sellur
Description : Advisory service given to the farmers CFLD farmers about pest and disease
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Advisory service & Field visit
Start Date: Thursday, March 18, 2021
End Date: Thursday, March 18, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Kurumbagaram
Description : To develop the Algal bloom in culture and recommended to apply the fresh cow dung 30 Kgs and maintain the water level in Pond.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Demonstration on Azodiractin, Sea weed extract and Pseudomonas flourescens in Blackgram
Start Date: Saturday, March 13, 2021
End Date: Saturday, March 13, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Kottucherry, Thiruvetakudi and Surakudi
Description : Demonstration of Azodiractin and Sea wed extract and Pseudomonas was conduct in FLD (Blackgram) farmers field, for the management of whitefly vector and antiviral bio active compound to suppress the natural incidence of yellow mosaic virus. This demo was conducted in three farmers field at Kottucherry, Thiruvetakudy and Surakudi of Karaikal district,
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Field Visit for vermicompost unit
Start Date: Monday, March 8, 2021
End Date: Monday, March 8, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Kannapur
Description : Vemicompost silpaulin bag and earth warms was distributed to the Kannapur Self Help Group headed by Mrs. S. Prema . As follow-up action the status of vermicompost production by utilizing the above distributed material was viewed and the improvement masseurs were also suggested accordingly.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered on Terrace Gardening
Start Date: Monday, March 8, 2021
End Date: Monday, March 8, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Campus, Madur, Karaikal
Description : On the occasion of International Womens day celebration held at KVK, Karaikal a lecture on Terrace gardening was delivered to the participants. Importance of kitchen gardening, use of organic inputs, Media preparation for terrace gardening were described to the participants. It was also facilitated to visit the terrace garden established at KVK.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

International Women’s Day Celebration
Start Date: Monday, March 8, 2021
End Date: Monday, March 8, 2021

Event Category : International Women's Day
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Dr. C. Rettinassababady, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Karaikal Inaugurated the programme Mrs. Niharika Bhatt, IPS Senior Superintendent of Police, Karaikal addressed about history of celebrating International women’s Day. Mrs. C. Souguna, Training officer cum Assistance apprentice Adviser, Karaikal addressed to form Self Help Groups and suggested to be economically independent, Dr.P. Vandarkuzhali, Assistant Professor, Avvaiyar Government College for Women, Karaikal created awareness on created awareness on Balanced diet and nutrition to the women participants. Progressive women farmer and entrepreneur five members were facilitated on the occasion for their outstanding contribution in their respective fields. . A success woman of SHG her contribution during Covid 19 period talk was given to create awareness among the participants. Essay competition and speech competition was conducted to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Demonstration on TNAU Pulse Wonder at CFLD farmers field
Start Date: Monday, March 8, 2021
End Date: Monday, March 8, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : T.R.Pattinam
Description : Explained about the benefits and usage of Pulse Wonder to Blackgram CFLD farmer at Nallezhendur and gave Advisory service for pest and disease given to the farmer.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

FLD plot field visit on demonstration of namakkal Gold quail in Karaikal district
Start Date: Friday, February 26, 2021
End Date: Friday, February 26, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Keezakasakudi, Sethur, Nedungadu, Kottucherry and Pettai
Description : 1. K. Maharaja, Kottucherry, 2. R.MurgaBoopathi, Pettai. 3. R.Maheswaran, Keezakasakudy. 4. I. Hemalatha, Nedungadu, 5. J. Arokia Sebastian, Sethur. The FLD plots were visited and advised accordingly
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Lecture delivered on organic farming for Soil health management.
Start Date: Thursday, February 25, 2021
End Date: Thursday, February 25, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Melakasakudi
Description : Training programme on “Soil health Card recommendations for Sustainable Agriculture” has been organized by ATMA Karaikal. In this programme the SMS Horticulture of KVK, Karaikal has delivered lecture on “Organic farming for soil health management”. In this lecture use of Organic amendments, Bulky organic manures, green manuring, application of bio fertilizers and bio control agents, use of waste decomposer were described to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture Delivered on “IPM in Cotton”
Start Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Department of Agriculture and farmers welfare conducted Soil Health Card Recommendations for Sustainable Agriculture” at Vilithiyur. In connection with this programme A lecture delivered was given by SMP(PP) on IPM in Cotton. In this session the major sucking pest of cotton, symptom of damage and management practices were discussed. 35 farmers were participated and get benefited.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Farmers visit to KVK
Start Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2021

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : 1. J.Kannabiran, - Goat rearing and fodder cultivation. 2. T.Nallathami - Poultry rearing. 3. A.R.Umarforook - Fodder seeds & slips availability. 4. N.Vijayavel - Poultry rearing.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Lecture delivered on organic farming for Soil health management.
Start Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Vizhithiyur
Description : A Training programme on “Soil health Card recommendations for Sustainable Agriculture” has been organized by ATMA Karaikal. In this programme the SMS Horticulture of KVK, Karaikal has delivered lecture on “Organic farming for soil health management”. In this lecture use of Organic amendments, Bulky organic manures, green manuring, application of bio fertilizers and bio control agents, use of waste decomposer were described to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Lecture delivered on Goat rearing to ATMA FIG Group Members conducted by ATMA, Department of Agriculture, Karaikal
Start Date: Tuesday, February 16, 2021
End Date: Friday, February 19, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Thalatheru and Neravy Village
Description : Delivered lecture on Goat disease management and control measures as a resource person in the training programme organised by ATMA, Department of Agriculture, Karaikal on 16-02-2021 and 19-02-2021 at Thalatheru and Neravy Village respectively. It is a part of crop diversification programme for increasing the farmers income. The training programme was organised by the ATMA, Department of Agriculture, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Vermicompost production
Start Date: Wednesday, February 17, 2021
End Date: Friday, February 19, 2021

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Exposure visit to Thanjavur & Trichy
Description : The above said programme was Inaugurated by Mrs. Uma Gurumurthy, Assistant General Manager, NABARD, Puducherry. Dr. C. Rettinassababady, Ph.D, Principal-cum-Programme Co-ordinator, KVK, Karaikal has welcomed the dignitaries on the dais and the participation (25 Nos) came across from villages of Karaikal District. The Block Development officer Mr. D. Dayalane has given the Felicitation address and contributed his effort in making arrangements for selection of active Self Help Group members of Karaikal for their participation in this programme. Dr. Shamarao Jahagirdar, Ph.D, Dean, PAJANCOA & RI has delivered his Special address and appreciated Principal-cum-Programme Co-ordinator, KVK, Karaikal for organizing such programme and also requested the participants to put their sincere efforts to start a new venture and its feature growth after completion of this training programme. Dr. V. Aravinth SMS(Agronomy) has given Vote of thanks.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Wednesday, February 17, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, February 17, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : NABARD sponsored CAT programme on Vermi composting was conducted at KVK, Karaikal from 17-02-2021 to 19-02-2021. About 25 Women participants have attended the training programme. In this programme a lecture on “Application of Vermicompost for Horticulture Crops” was delivered to the participants by SMS Horticulture of KVK, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field Visit for CFLD farmers field Blackgram
Start Date: Saturday, February 13, 2021
End Date: Saturday, February 13, 2021

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Sethur and Vadakatalai
Description : Advisory services were rendered for proper seed treatment techniques, Nutrient management , Pest and Disease management. Scientists involved. SMS ( Agronomy)
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

District Level Seminar on Coconut cultivation
Start Date: Friday, February 12, 2021
End Date: Friday, February 12, 2021

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : KVK, Madur,
Description : A district level farmers seminar on Coconut cultivation was organised by this Kendra, on 12-02-21. Dr,C.Rettinassababady, Programme Coordinator inaugurated the seminar and he said that the Coconut Development Board schemes such as production of quality Coconut seedlings and production of organic manures from coconut waste are being implemented at KVK, Karaikal. It is also planned to obtain some more schemes from Coconut Development Board in the forthcoming years for the benefit of Karaikal farmers. Mr.C.Sasikumar, Technical officer, Coconut Development Board, Regional Office, Chennai has explained about various schemes being implemented by the board to coconut growers. Dr.R.Arunkumar, Assistant Professor (Horticulture), Coconut Research Station, Veppankulam has handled a technical session on ICM practice in Coconut cultivation. Dr.S.Divya, SMS(Plant Protection), KVK, Karaikal handled a session on IPDM practices in Coconut cultivation.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Webcasting of National Horticulture Fair 2021-02-22
Start Date: Friday, February 12, 2021
End Date: Friday, February 12, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK, Madur,
Description : The Indian Institute of Horticulture, Bengaluru organised the National Horticulture Fair 2021 from 08-02-2021 to 12-02-2021. The fair was webstreamed by IIHR on 12-02-2021 and viewed by the farmers from respective KVKs of Tamilnadu, Puducherry, Andra Pradesh & Telungana. 52 Nos. of farmers from Karaikal district were viewed the event through online from ICAR, KVK, Madur. Improved crop varieties and technologies developed by IIHR, Bengaluru were explained in detail by the Scientists of IIHR to the farmers in their respective languages. The participants were mush impressed about the technologies and many farmers have shown their interest to adopt those technologies in future.
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

Lecture Delivered on “IPM in Coconut”
Start Date: Friday, February 12, 2021
End Date: Friday, February 12, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : KVK Karaikal conducted one day Lecture delivered on IPM in Coconut. District Level farmers seminar was conducted at KVK on 12.2.2021. In the programme IPM on coconut lecture was delivered. In the session major pest, symptom of damage, organic pest control methods was discussed to the farmers. The coconut cultivating farmers were actively participated and get benefited
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Exposure visit to National Horticulture Fair-2021 under CAT sponsored by NABARD, Puducherry.
Start Date: Tuesday, February 9, 2021
End Date: Thursday, February 11, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Training Hall, IIHR, Bengaluru and CEC, Thally
Description : The project was proposed to organize three days training cum exposure visit to 25 horticulture farmers of Karaikal district. However the proposal was approved by NABARD, Puducherry on 05-02-2021. 1. Twenty five youth farmers in the age group between 18 and 45 from different communes of Karaikal district have been selected in consultation with Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Karaikal and the list of farmers who have attended the programme is given upload. The first day programme was arranged as in house lectures at KVK, Madur with experts from PAJANCOA&RI, and KVK. Second and Third day programmes are arranged as Exposure visit to IIHR, Bengaluru and Centre of Excellence for Cut flowers, Thally on 10.02.2021 and 11.02.2021 respectively.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Lecture delivered on ‘IPM in Vegetables”
Start Date: Tuesday, February 9, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, February 9, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : In the sponsorship of the NABARD CAT training programme an exposure visit was conducted. The farmers were taken to IIHR Bangalore for the three days programme. In connection with this a lecture deliver was conducted to the participants on IPM in vegetables at KVK campus. Major pest symptom, ETL and organic products in pest management were discussed. 25 members were participated and get benefited.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture delivered on Productivity enhancement practices in Horticultural crops
Start Date: Tuesday, February 9, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, February 9, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : The NABARD sponsored capacity building for adoption of new technologies programme on “Exposure visit to National Horticulture Fair – 2021” was organized by ICAR KVK, Karaikal from 09-02-2021 to 11-02-2021. An one day in-house training programme was conducted at KVK on 09-02-2021. In this programme a lecture on “Productivity enhancement practices in Horticulture crops” was delivered by SMS (Hort). In this lecture various technologies developed by Indian Institute of Horticultural Research were delivered to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Method demonstration of Hydrophonic Maize fodder cultivation to the ATMA, FIG Members organised by ATMA, Karaikal
Start Date: Thursday, February 4, 2021
End Date: Thursday, February 4, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Kottucherry
Description : Seed preparation and watering timing and methods were demonstrated to the FIG members of Kottucherry Village. Precaution measures regarding the fungal smells was also explained
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Farmer Visit to KVK
Start Date: Friday, January 29, 2021
End Date: Friday, January 29, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Mohamad Hameed Jahir, Karaikal, B. Prabhakaran, Thenangudy & G.Kumaravel, Thirunallar
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Advisory Services
Start Date: Friday, January 29, 2021
End Date: Friday, January 29, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Advisories on the problems faced by the farmers on their vegetable crops have been given to the farmers. They have contacted the SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Madur in person and over phone and got clarification for their doubts. Usage of waste decomposer was described to the farmers. Seedling production techniques in protrays and use of bioagents in nursery were also described to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Field Visit for FLD farmers field on VGD1 Paddy crop
Start Date: Friday, January 29, 2021
End Date: Friday, January 29, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Sethur and Vadakatalai
Description : Before harvesting, the following Biometric observations were taken in the farmers field like productive tillers, Number of grains per hill and 1000 seed weight. When compared to Seeraga samba rice crop the VGD1 is performed well in productive tillers, Number of grains per hill and also 1000 seed weight. The theoretical yield is approximately 1800 kg
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Advisory Services to farmer
Start Date: Thursday, January 28, 2021
End Date: Thursday, January 28, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Vizhidiyur
Description : During the advisory service to improve the Algal bloom to apply fresh Cow dung to the fish pond
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

On campus training on “Oyster Mushroom cultivation”
Start Date: Thursday, January 28, 2021
End Date: Thursday, January 28, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : KVK Karaikal conducted one day on campus training on Oyster Mushroom production technologies. Block Development Officer of Karaikal inaugurated the training programme. Programme Coordinator of KVK handled the session on Oyster Mushroom Cultivation, medicinal value, varieties and spawn production. The Success entrepreneur in Mushroom spawn production shared his experience and marketing of mushrooms. The SHG members are very interested in learning the techniques and leaflets were distributed in the end of the training and some of the participants purchased spawn for cultivating at their home. Practical session in mushroom cultivation was also conducted to the trainees.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Method Demonstration on Hydroponic Fodder Cultivation
Start Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Agalankannu Village & Pettai Village
Description : ATMA CIG group women member were demonstrated on Hydroponic fodder cultivation at their respective villages by the Scientists of this Kendra. The Deputy Director, ATMA, Agriculture Officer, Pettai and Agalankannu villages area slso present during the method demonstration. The programme was arranged by ATMA, Karaikal.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Field Visit for vermicompost unit
Start Date: Monday, January 25, 2021
End Date: Monday, January 25, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Pandaravadai (Sethur)
Description : Vemicompost silpaulin bag and earth worms were distributed to the Pandaravadai Self Help Group headed by Mrs. A. Rubbi . As follow-up action the status of vermicompost production by utilizing the above distributed material was viewed and the improvement masseurs were also suggested accordingly.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

District Level Farmers Seminar on Vegetable Cultivation
Start Date: Friday, January 22, 2021
End Date: Friday, January 22, 2021

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : KVK, Karaikal has conducted a District level farmers Seminar on “Thai Patta Kaaikari Saakupadi Thozhilnutpangal” (Vegetables cultivation during January) on 22.01.2021 at KVK campus. Dr. C. Rettina sababaddy, Programme Coordinator welcomed the gathering. Dr.Shamarao Jahagirdar, Dean, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture & Research Institute (PAJANCO&RI) has inaugurated the seminar. Mr. J. Senthil kumar, Additional Director of Agriculture offer felicitation address. Technical sessions on ICM practices in vegetable crops, IPM practices in vegetable crops, IDM practices in vegetable crops have been conducted by Dr.V.Sundaram, Professor of Horticulture, PAJANCO&RI, Dr. M Kandebane, Associate professor (Entomology), Dr. C. Jeyalakshmi, Professor of Plant pathology and Dr.V.Vijayageetha, Assistant Professor, Seed technology respectively. Various inputs used for vegetable cultivation were exhibited. 127 farmers from various villages of Karaikal have attended the seminar.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Advisory Services on False Smut in paddy
Start Date: Friday, January 8, 2021
End Date: Thursday, January 21, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Kannapur (DFI) Village
Description : Due to heavy rain on Jan many farmers field was infected with false smut in paddy and advisory services was given for the management to increase the yield in paddy.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Lecture Delivered
Start Date: Thursday, January 21, 2021
End Date: Thursday, January 21, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : The ATMA group members were trained on method of Hydroponic cultivation. Basic concepts behind the hydroponic cultivation and various crops suitable for hydroponic cultivation were also explained. Dr.V.Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy) has also taken lecture on method cultivation on various fodder crops like Maize, Bajra etc.., to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Demonstration on Beauveria bassiana in Paddy
Start Date: Monday, January 18, 2021
End Date: Monday, January 18, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : KVK Karaikal conducted demonstration on Beauveria bassiana in FLD Paddy . The FLD padyy was conducted to manage the leaf folder. In connection with this demo on Beauveria bassiana was conducted in farmers field. 12 farmers were participated and get benefited.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Diagnostic visit
Start Date: Tuesday, January 12, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, January 12, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Sethur, Thirunallar Commune
Description : upon history & celestial finding of the E.coli infection in chicks has diagnosed and advised treatment accordingly
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Honb'le Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Puducherry alongwith District Collector cum Chairman, KVK, Karaikal conducted Annual Review meeting
Start Date: Monday, January 11, 2021
End Date: Monday, January 11, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Honb'le Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Puducherry alongwith District Collector cum Chairman, KVK, Karaikal conducted Annual Review meeting of KVK Mandatory activities viz: FLD, OFT, Trainings, Field Visit, and Farmers interaction meetings etc., in this event Programme coordinator has been presented Overall activities about KVK continuation all the SMS's were presented in their activities. Hon'ble Agri Minister and Dist. Collector has been stressed implemented modern technologies adoption, need based training of farmers and also every month will be organised short term / long term plan of action regarding ToT process About Karaikal farming community. All the line department officials were participated and gave the suggestions towards upliftment of farmers of Karaikal district.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Training on Integrated Crop Management in Rice Fallow Pulses
Start Date: Friday, January 8, 2021
End Date: Friday, January 8, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : The training programme on ICM practices in Rice Fallow Pulses event inaugurated by Thiru. N. Rajendran, the former Programme Coordinator, KVK, Madur and Retd. Joint Director of Agriculture. The presidential address was given by Dr. C. Retinassabady, Programme Coordinator of this Kendra followed by guest lecture delivered by Dr. R. Mohan, Professorer of Agronomy, PAGANCO&RI, Dr.C. Retinassabady, Programme Coordinator and Dr.S. Divya SMS (PP) in various topics like Cultivation Practices of Rice Fallow Pulses, Integrated Pest Management in Rice Fallow Pulses and Integrated Disease Management in Rice Fallow Pulses respectively. Around 75 numbers of Farmers and Farm woman were participated in the training programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture Delivered
Start Date: Friday, January 8, 2021
End Date: Friday, January 8, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : KVK Karaikal conducted one day oncampus training on “IPM in pulses”. In Karaikal region paddy crop is in harvesting stage and after the paddy pulses will be grown by the farmers. Thus keeping this in mind the Pest management training was conducted to farmers. Major pest symptom, ETL and organic products in pest management were discussed in the training. 77 members were participated and get benefited.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Distribution of one month old Assel chicks to the SC farmers of Vadakattalai Village under SCSP component of ICAR
Start Date: Monday, January 4, 2021
End Date: Monday, January 4, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Vadakattalai Village, Nedungadu Commune (DFI)
Description : The distribution of the one month old assel chicks (10 Nos.) has been given by the Smt. Chandra Priyanka, respected Member of Legislative Assembly, Nedungadu constituency accompanied by Dr.V.Anandaraman, VAS, Veterinary Dispensary, Nedungadu. Dr.C.Rettinassababady, the Programme Coordinator, has presided over the event. Dr.B.Gobu, SMS(Veterinary) has narrated the advantage of rearing poultry and its package of practices. Other Subject Matter Specialists has also participated the event.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Organised Swatchata pakhwada awareness to farmers and farm women addressed by Hon'ble Minister for farmers & Farmers welfare, Puducherry
Start Date: Thursday, December 31, 2020
End Date: Thursday, December 31, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Kannapur Village, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Organised Swatchhata pakhwada awareness to farmers, farm women addressed by Hon'ble Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Puducherry at Knnapur Village (DFI), Thirunallar Commune. The Programme coordinator Dr.C.Rettinassababady, has welcome fathered and Chief Guest holded of this programme was stressed about importance about Swatchhata pakhwada programme. Dr.A. Senthil, SMS (Agrl. Extn.) delivered vote of thanks. All the KVK staffs and farmers and farm women participated and taking the pledge about Swatchhata pakhwada programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

Distribution of One Month Old Assel chicks to the SC farmers under SCSP component Of ICAR
Start Date: Thursday, December 31, 2020
End Date: Thursday, December 31, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Kannapur Village, Thirunallar Commune (DFI)
Description : The distribution of the One month Old Assel chicks (10 Nos.) has been given by the Hon'ble Agriculture Minister of Puducherry. Thiru.R.Kamalakannan to the 15 Nos. of SC farmers of Kannapur village adopted by this Kendra under SCSP Component fund of ICAR accompanied by the Joint Director of Department of animal Husbandry & Animal Welfare, Karaikal. Dr.C.Rettinasababady, Programme Coordinator has presided over the event. Dr.B.Gobu, SMS (Veterinary) has narrated the advantages of rearing Poultry and its package of practices. Other SMS(s) of this Kendra has also participated the event.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

On Campus Training on Recycling of Farm Waste as part of Swachhata Pakhwada observance
Start Date: Wednesday, December 30, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, December 30, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of Swachhata Pakhwada On Campus training on "Farm Waste Recycling" has been organised at KVK. Power point presentation on conversion of farm wastes in to manure was made. Demonstration on preparation of waste decomposer solution, composing of Coir pith were conducted. 22 Nos. of participants from various parts of Karaikal were attended this training progrmme.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Kathiravan
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
kathirjeyabalan@gmail.com
9790491566

Awareness on Bio degradable and Non bio-degradable waste management to the Civil and farming community
Start Date: Tuesday, December 29, 2020
End Date: Tuesday, December 29, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Valathamangalam Village, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Brief introduction of the Swachhta Pakhwada programme of ICAR was given to the farmers and public by SMS (Veterinary). Awareness on Bio degradable and Non bio-degradable waste and method of the disposal in cleanliness, vermi composting etc., has been delivered by Dr.V.Aravinth, SMS (Agronomy). Awareness on Covid preventive measures also given to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Creating awareness and pledge taking under Swachhta Pakhwada programme
Start Date: Monday, December 28, 2020
End Date: Monday, December 28, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Sethur Pandaravadai, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Karaikal celebrate Swachhta Pakhwada programme during 16 to 31 December under this various activities organise awareness campaign about cleanliness healthy hygiene etc., KVK staff, Self Help Group (SHG's) and Farm Women took Swachhta pledge today.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Webinar on cleanliness and Sanitation Fish pond Management and Awareness on Swachhta Pakhwada
Start Date: Saturday, December 26, 2020
End Date: Saturday, December 26, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Online (Zoom Platform)
Description : Dr.B.Gobu, delivered the welcome address of the webinar. Thiru.J.Murugesan, delivered a lecture on Fish pond management and cleanliness. Thiru.J.Kathiravan, SMS(Horticulture) created awareness on Swachhta Pakhwada. Dr.M.Aravinth, SMS(Agronomy) delivered a lecture on Integrated Fish culture. Dr.C.Rettinassababady, Programme Coordinator has given concluding remarks and interacted the farmers. Dr.A.Senthil, delivered a Vote of thanks.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Hon’ble Prime Minister of India Addressing the farmers and releasing PM Kisan money to farmers
Start Date: Friday, December 25, 2020
End Date: Friday, December 25, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Webcasting - Oncampus - KVK
Description : Hon’ble Prime Minister of India Addressing the farmers and releasing Prime Minister Kisan Samman Nidhi to farmers through Webcasting. KVK, Karaikal was organised the live programme at KVK on 25-12-2020 by 12 PM. This programme was translated to the farmers Hindi to regional language (Tamil) in whichever spoken by Hon'ble PM and others.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Creation of Swachhta Pakhwada Awareness and Cleaning of Non-Adopted Village Temple Premises
Start Date: Thursday, December 24, 2020
End Date: Thursday, December 24, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Elayangudy Village, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Farmers, Farm Women and Rural youth of Elayangudy Village has been created awareness on Swachhta Pakhwada. Importance of cleaning has been executed and Corono (Covid-19) preventive measures also been stressed. Cleaning of the Temple premises of that Village was carried out by KVK staffs, Farmers, Farm Women and Youth of that Village,
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Kisan Diwas (Farmers Day) under Swachhata Pakhwada
Start Date: Wednesday, December 23, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, December 23, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Kisan Diwas is celebrated at ICAR KVK, Karaikal on 23-12-2020. Ten successful farmers are practicing Agriculture, Horticulture, IFS and Mushroom cultivation are identified and honor in this Programme Panchagavya produced at KVK has been released during this occasion for benefit of the farming community. Exhibition with modern technology have been arranged. Technical session on ICM in Rice fallow pulses. IPM in paddy and IDM in paddy were arranged. The programme coordinator of KVK, Nagapattinam was the Chief guest of the programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

Arranged books of Library and cleaned the room by Swachhta pakhwada programme
Start Date: Tuesday, December 22, 2020
End Date: Tuesday, December 22, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK, Madur
Description : Books, Reports, Magazines, Journal both in Tamil & English once rearranged and cleaned. The library room were also cleaned and sanitized.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Cleaning of Farm Office and premises around the places of KVK Farm
Start Date: Monday, December 21, 2020
End Date: Monday, December 21, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK, Farm Office
Description : The KVK staffs are involved in the cleaning and sanitation of the farm office and administrative office premises in and around with the help of spraying disinfectant. Cleaning and disinfecting the toilet and washroom of the office premises was also carried out.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.C.Antonidass
Farm Manager
antonikaraikal@gmail.com
9865625262

Online Webinar programme to farmers on Livestock management during Rainy season with reference to sanitation
Start Date: Sunday, December 20, 2020
End Date: Sunday, December 20, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Zoom Platform (online)
Description : Dr.C.Rettinassababady, Programme coordinator has hosted the zoom platform and chaired the Webinar & Dr.Latha mankeshkar, Joint Director, Animal Husbandry Deaprtment has joined as guest. SMS(Extension) has given welcome address, SMS(Veterinary) has delivered a lecture an animal farm Hygiene and sanitation especially during Rainy season. SMS(Agronomy), SMS(Horticulture), SMS (Plant Protection) has created awareness on Swachhta packwada with respect Vermi composting, waste management to the farmers. Introduction with the farmers and addressed their recent issues.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Swachhta Pakhwada - Vermi compost production technology demonstration
Start Date: Saturday, December 19, 2020
End Date: Saturday, December 19, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Pandaravadai (Non adopted Village)
Description : The event was organised in Pandaravadai (Non adopted Village) through Swachhta pakhwada. Lecture delivered for Vermi compost production and their uses. 16 Nos. of farmers attended during the programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Demonstration of Trichogramma chilonis in Paddy
Start Date: Friday, December 18, 2020
End Date: Friday, December 18, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Kannapur Village
Description : Demonstration of Trichogramma chilonis was conducted in FLD (Paddy) farmers filed. 27 Nos. of farmers were participated during the demonstration. IPM for paddy leaf folder was discussed with farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Swachhta Pakhwada - Vermi Compost Production Technology
Start Date: Friday, December 18, 2020
End Date: Friday, December 18, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Kannapur - DFI Village
Description : The event was Organised in Kannapur Village through Swachhta Pakhwada. In this programme farmers set up the Vermi compost Unit and give the technical knowledge for preparation of vermi compost. Distribute 2 Nos. of Vermi Bag to the DFI Village farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Pledge taking and cleaning of premises around Administrative Building of KVK Campus
Start Date: Thursday, December 17, 2020
End Date: Thursday, December 17, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK, Campus, Madur, Karaikal
Description : As part of Swachhta pakhwada, pledge taken and cleaning of premises around Administrative building were carried out at ICAR KVK, Madur, Karaikal in the presence of Programme Coordinator of KVK. The staff members and farm labourers took part in these activities.
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

World Soil Day Programme
Start Date: Wednesday, December 16, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Event Category : World Soil Day
Venue : Kottucherry, Karaikal
Description : World Soil Day 2020 Programme has been conducted in collaboration with State Department of Agriculture, Government of Puducherry. 73 Nos. of farmers were attended the programme. Awareness and training on importance of Soil health Card, Integrated Nutrient Management and Soil health Management in Organic way. End of the programme a leaflet title "How to Collect Soil Samples" were distributed to the farmers
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

Lecture delivered
Start Date: Wednesday, December 16, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Kottucherry
Description : As a part of Soil health day celebration lecture delivered on "IPM in Paddy" was conducted at Kottucherry Village of Karaikal District. Due to heavy rain during Nivor Cyclone lashed parts of the district and it was a sheet of water in the paddy fields in major parts of the district. Which leads to affect by Pest and diseases, so to address the current situation an lecture was delivered to Paddy farmers to mitigate the problem. 73 Nos. of farmers were participated in the event.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Swachhta Pakhwada
Start Date: Wednesday, December 16, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, December 16, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Kottuchery Village
Description : Pledge taken by Officials with Farmers & Farm Women
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

On Campus Training
Start Date: Friday, November 6, 2020
End Date: Friday, November 6, 2020

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Madur
Description : Integrated Weed management in paddy On Campus Training was conducted on 06-11-2020 Thirty five farmers were participated Safety measures for using herbicides.
Contact Person Details
Dr.V.Aravinth
SMS(Agronomy)
aravinth.v1211@gmail.com
9629699365

On Campus Training
Start Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : IPM in Paddy On Campus training was conducted on 04-11-2020. Twenty farmers were participated Demonstration on Solar Light Trap was conducted
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Radio Talk in AIR, Karaikal
Start Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : AIR, Karaikal
Description : Radio Talk on “IPM in Paddy” was broadcasted in Karaikal Radio Station. Major Pest and diseases, Symptoms and management strategies were discussed. Identification of Natural enemies and organic Pest and Disease Management technology was disseminated to farmers through Radio talk.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Demonstration of Azadiractin in Paddy (FLD- Paddy)
Start Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020
End Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2020

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Kannapur Village, Thirunallar commune
Description : In FLD (Paddy) programme paddy farmers were demonstrated with foliar spray of Azadiractin during initial stage of pest incidence Sixteen farmers were participated in demonstration
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

Use & Application in Mobile applications for Agriculture & Allied sectors – demonstration - training
Start Date: Thursday, October 29, 2020
End Date: Thursday, October 29, 2020

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Dr.A.Senthil, SMS (Agrl. Extension) has explained about the mobile applications like for FARMS, Kisan Rath respectively. Nowadays, farmers are using the internet of things and smart senses to get access to information of product. FARMS- Mobiles application can use for vital role in farm mechanization towards increasing agricultural productivity. It has been well received in our country as one of the important elements of modernization of agriculture. This multi language mobile App platform. FARMS will facilitates local farmers with custom hiring services of Farm machinery providers, CHC’s and Hi-tech hubs established under various schemes. And also explained about Kisan Rath – mobile application. It is facilitates the farmers and traders across the country for transportation of agri-producer by connecting them with the transports for providing a wide range of transport vehicles.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Creating awareness on Farmers Bill – 2020 and schemes under Atmanirbhar Bharat
Start Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Dr.A.Senthil, SMS (Agrl. Extension) has been delivered the speech on creating awareness about farmers Bill-2020 and schemes under Atmanirbhar Bharat. He has been delivered Farm Bill -2020 is a combination of three bills: Farmers produce, Trade and commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Bill, Farmer’s (Empowerment and protection Agreement on price Assurance and Farm Services Bill and Essential Commodities (Amendment) Bill. Farm Bill 2020 can transform agriculture and doubles farm income by 2020. The freeing of the farm sector should eventually help in better pricing. The bill removes Cereals and Pulses form essential commodities list. Technically, FDI can be attracted in these areas. That should be value accretive for agriculture.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Radio Talk – Live – Karaikal Mavata Vivasayigal Nalanil Karaikal Velan Ariviyal Nilaiyathin Pangalippu
Start Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2020
End Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2020

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : AIR - Studio - Karaikal
Description : To participate Live Pip Air Studio at Karaikal, Title on Karaikal Mavata Vivasayigal Nalanil Karaikal Velan Ariviyal Nilaiyathin Pangalippu. In this regard to delivered the basic mandatory in KVK – activities, roles and responsibilities towards farming community to uplift of livelihood security in gross root level. And also conversation with Karaikal district farmers through phone call regarding farming and allied sectors queries gave to solution and advisory services.
Contact Person Details
Dr. A.Senthil
SMS (Agril. Extension)
sendilaex@gmail.com
9944346230

Off campus training on IPM in Paddy
Start Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2020
End Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Kannapur (DFI), Thirunallar Commune
Description : Group meeting and Off campus training was conducted to paddy growing farmers on IPM in Paddy at Kannapur. Fifteen farmers were participated.
Contact Person Details
Dr.S.Divya
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)
divyaento@rediffmail.com
9787620754

on campus training
Start Date: Tuesday, July 30, 2019
End Date: Tuesday, July 30, 2019

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : Lecture delivered on FRP Carp Hatchery technology to 23 Nos. of Fish farmers to Karaikal region. During the training programme Brooder fish selection and Hatchery operation demonstrated and discussed with farmers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J.Murugesan
S.I. of Fisheries
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9655460840

Telecast/Webcast of launching Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme
Start Date: Sunday, February 24, 2019
End Date: Sunday, February 24, 2019

Event Category : Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
Venue : Seminar Hall of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture & Research Institute, Karaikal
Description : Department of Agriculture, Karaikal and Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Karaikal jointly organised telecast/webcasting of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Scheme 2019 lauching programme for the benefit of farming community of Karaikal region on 24th February, 2019.
Contact Person Details
Dr.C.Rettinassababady
Programme Coordinator (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9442507137

Off campus training
Start Date: Wednesday, November 28, 2018
End Date: Wednesday, November 28, 2018

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Vizhidiyur Village Thirunallar Commune
Description : Lecture delivered to 20 Nos. of farmers from Vizhidiyur Village. During the training programme Duck cum Fish culture, Horticulture crop cum fish culture, Hen cum fish culture techniques was discussed with fish farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.G.Vijayakumar
Subject Matter Specialist (Fisheries)
geevee1959@gmail.com
8903765208

Off Campus Training
Start Date: Friday, November 23, 2018
End Date: Friday, November 23, 2018

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Surakudy Village Thirunallar Commune
Description : To create awareness to Farm Women on nutritive value and value added products from mushroom. The preparation of mushroom Pickles, Instant Mushroom soupmix and Ketchup were demonstrated to the trainees.
Contact Person Details
R. Latha,
Programme Assistant (Home Science)
karaikallatha@gmail.com
9486769213

Organize cleaning of streets,drains and back alleys through awareness drives
Start Date: Monday, October 1, 2018
End Date: Monday, October 1, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : In and out of KVK campus, streets and channels around KVK premises
Description : Awareness programme was conducted among the KVK employees regarding the swachhta hi sewa importance and cleaning of in and out of KVK campus was performed by KVK employees on their own. Further channel and street cleaning was also done
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Off Campus Training
Start Date: Thursday, August 30, 2018
End Date: Thursday, August 30, 2018

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Poomangalam, Thirunallar
Description : During the training of Composite fish culture different variety of carps and different type of pellet, powder and floating feeds were identified to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr.G.Vijayakumar
Subject Matter Specialist (Fisheries)
geevee1959@gmail.com
8903765208

On Campus Training
Start Date: Thursday, August 9, 2018
End Date: Thursday, August 9, 2018

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Madur, Karaikal
Description : To motivate the Fish Farmers for Carp Fingerlings Production
Contact Person Details
Dr.G.Vijayakumar
Subject Matter Specialist (Fisheries)
geevee1959@gmail.com
8903765208

On Campus Training
Start Date: Thursday, July 26, 2018
End Date: Thursday, July 26, 2018

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Madur
Description : To Assess sensory attributes like Colour, Flavour, Texture, Taste of Millet bar and Carotene enriched millet bar
Contact Person Details
R. Latha,
Programme Assistant (Home Science)
karaikallatha@gmail.com
9486769213

Telecasting of Hon'ble Prime Minister speech with Women SHG Members
Start Date: Thursday, July 12, 2018
End Date: Thursday, July 12, 2018

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Veterinary Dispensary, Kottucherry, Karaikal District
Description : About 58 Numbers of participants that includes three SHG members of ATMA were attended the Telecast programme of Hon'ble Prime Minister speech with Women SHG members held on 12-07-2018 and they were also motivated by giving training on Livestock management, Vegetable cultivation and its post harvest Technologies.
Contact Person Details
R. Latha,
Programme Assistant (Home Science)
karaikallatha@gmail.com
9486769213

World Zoonoses Day (6th July)
Start Date: Friday, July 6, 2018
End Date: Friday, July 6, 2018

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Thirunallar
Description : World zoonsoses day, 2018 has been observed by karaikal KVK under Veterinary discipline to the school students of the Government Girls higher Secondary School at their premises on 06-07-2018 (Friday) as per constructive suggestions of the Programme Coordinator (i/c) of this Kendra. The programme was inaugurated and addressed by that school Vice Principal Madam and Dr. B. Gobu, SMS (Veterinary) of this Kendra has explained about the importance of this day and narrated the ways and means of spread of the diseases from animals/animal food/animal environment to humans and their preventive measures. About 45 numbers of XI A1 (Biology) group students were participated and got benefited
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Off campus training
Start Date: Friday, June 29, 2018
End Date: Friday, June 29, 2018

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Sethur, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Pickles like Onion, tomato, Amla and Mushroom were demonstrated to the trainees.
Contact Person Details
R. Latha,
Programme Assistant (Home Science)
karaikallatha@gmail.com
9486769213

Off Campus Training
Start Date: Thursday, June 28, 2018
End Date: Thursday, June 28, 2018

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Sethur, Thirunallar Commune
Description : Value added products from fruits like Jam, Squashes, R.T.S. Candies, Fruit bars were demonstrated to the trainees.
Contact Person Details
R. Latha,
Programme Assistant (Home Science)
karaikallatha@gmail.com
9486769213

Webcasting of Hon'ble Prime Minister of India Interaction with KVK Farmers
Start Date: Wednesday, June 20, 2018
End Date: Wednesday, June 20, 2018

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Seminar Hall, Department of Agriculture, Karaikal
Description : About 155 farmers and 8 farm women along with the extension workers and officials were participated the programme including the 5 selected farmers. Pre season campaign was also organized by inviting techical expects as resource persons for delivering guest lecture and method demonstration
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J. Senthil Kumar
Programme Coordinator i/c
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Address of Hon’ble Prime Minister of India to farmers during the Krishi Unnati Mela 2018 held at IARI, New Delhi on 17-03-2018.
Start Date: Thursday, March 15, 2018
End Date: Saturday, March 17, 2018

Event Category : Krishi Unnati Mela IARI
Venue : Training Hall of the Office of the Additional Director of Agriculture, Thalatheru, Karaikal.
Description : About 74 farmers and 12 Nos. of Extension functionaries participated in the event organized by Karaikal KVK on 17-03-2018 at Training Hall of Office of the Additional Director of Agriculture, Karaikal. Dignitaries like Thiru. K. Mathialagan, Additional Director of Agriculture, Karaikal, Thiru.P. Mohammed Dasir, Joint Director of Agriculture, Karaikal participated in the function. Prior to the start of speech by the Hon’ble Prime Minister, videos on latest Agricultural technologies were shown to the farmers. Farmers were trained on using KVK Mobile App by the Scientists of KVK. Later the Hon’ble Prime Ministers speech and the importance of the event were translated in local language simultaneously and explained to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J. Senthil Kumar
Programme Coordinator i/c
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Exposure Visit on Induced breeding of Carps
Start Date: Friday, December 29, 2017
End Date: Friday, December 29, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Kvk, Madur, Karaikal
Description : 20 Nos. of students undergoing practice of Aqua culture (B.E. - fisheries Engineering) degree programme from the Institute of College of Fisheries Engineering, Tamilnadu Fisheries University, Nagapattinam, have been visited our Kendra's Induced Breeding Centre of Carp on 29-12-2017. The selection of Fish Brooder, Harmonal Injection for Brooders, FRP Hatchery operation, Rearing of fish fingerlings in the Cement & Earthern Nursery Pond and Packing of fish fingerlings etc., were practically explained to them during their exposure visit
Contact Person Details
Dr.G.Vijayakumar
Subject Matter Specialist (Fisheries)
geevee1959@gmail.com
8903765208

Off Campus Training
Start Date: Wednesday, December 27, 2017
End Date: Wednesday, December 27, 2017

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Sorakudy - Thirunallar commune.
Description : To create awareness on Integrated fish culture training programme to 20 Nos. of fish farmers at Sorakudy village in thirunallar commune
Contact Person Details
Dr.G.Vijayakumar
Subject Matter Specialist (Fisheries)
geevee1959@gmail.com
8903765208

Off Campus Training
Start Date: Wednesday, December 27, 2017
End Date: Wednesday, December 27, 2017

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Thennangudy, Thirunallar Commune
Description : To create awareness to farmers about the significance and importance of Tricho cards. By the use of Tricho cards Pest are controlled in an eco friendly way.
Contact Person Details
Mrs. K. Amina Bibi
Subject Matter Specialist (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443525661

Front line Demonstration
Start Date: Saturday, December 23, 2017
End Date: Saturday, December 23, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Vadakattalai,- Nedungadu commune, Thenoor (Sorakudy) & Valathamanagalam - Thirunallar Commune
Description : FLD programme on introduction of Gift Tilapia Fish Culture in Karaikal district. Gift Tilapia fish fingerlings were stocked in 3 Nos. of FLD Fish farmer in Vadakattalai, Thenoor, (Sorakudy) and Valathamangalam (Sethur) respectively on 25-10-2017. Besides, the sampling were taken on 23-12-2017 for accessing the fish growth and food conversion ratio.
Contact Person Details
Dr.G.Vijayakumar
Subject Matter Specialist (Fisheries)
geevee1959@gmail.com
8903765208

FLD/Method Demonstration of flavoured paneer preparation
Start Date: Friday, December 22, 2017
End Date: Friday, December 22, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Varchikudy
Description : The preparation of flavoured Paneer using mint and cumin seeds and recipes like paneer gravy and 65 were prepared and organoleptic test were conducted
Contact Person Details
R. Latha,
Programme Assistant (Home Science)
karaikallatha@gmail.com
9486769213

FLD/Method demonstration of Flavoured Paneer preparation
Start Date: Wednesday, December 20, 2017
End Date: Wednesday, December 20, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Sethur
Description : The preparation of flavoured Paneer using mint and cumin seeds and recipes like paneer gravy and 65 were prepared and organoleptic test were conducted
Contact Person Details
R. Latha,
Programme Assistant (Home Science)
karaikallatha@gmail.com
9486769213

Off Campus training
Start Date: Tuesday, December 12, 2017
End Date: Tuesday, December 12, 2017

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Ambagarathur, Thirunallar commune
Description : Use of Pheromone traps, Pseudomonas, Lacanicilium lecani, Baveria basiana and Neem Oil for Organic cultivation was explained to farmers
Contact Person Details
Mrs. K. Amina Bibi
Subject Matter Specialist (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443525661

Front line Demonstration
Start Date: Tuesday, December 12, 2017
End Date: Tuesday, December 12, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Ambagarathur & Thennangudy
Description : Indiscriminate use of Plant Protection chemicals lending to reduced population of natural enemies. due to Pest and diseases yield loss is seen in all paddy varieties including BPT 5204 which makes high cost of production.
Contact Person Details
Mrs. K. Amina Bibi
Subject Matter Specialist (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443525661

FLD/Method demonstration on flavoured paneer preparation
Start Date: Monday, December 11, 2017
End Date: Monday, December 11, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Oozhiyapathu
Description : The preparation of flavoured Paneer using mint and cumin seeds and recipes like paneer gravy and 65 were prepared and organoleptic test were conducted
Contact Person Details
R. Latha,
Programme Assistant (Home Science)
karaikallatha@gmail.com
9486769213

World Soil Health Day
Start Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2017
End Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Nedungadu Village, Karaikal District
Description : World Soil Health Day was celebrated by this Kendra on 5th December, 2017 at Nedungadu Village of karaikal district with the objective of motivating the farmers for judicious use of fertilizers in Soil for maintaining the fertility of the Soil. the programme was presidented by Thiru.K.Mathialagan, Additional Director of Agriculture, Department of Agriculture, Karaikal and issued the Soil Health Cards to the farmers and Farm Women. Dr.R.Mohan, Professor, Department of Agronomy, PAJANCOA & RI, Karaikal has delivered an inspiring lecture on importance of Soil Health to the farmers and stressed that both yield and Soil health as to be considered Thiru.J.Senthilkumar, Programme Coordinator (i/c) has given the inaugural speech and Tmt.K.Amina bibi, has delivered the welcome address. About 92 Nos. of participants involving farmers, Govt. Officials, KVK staffs and PRI. Finally, Thiru.R.Saravanan, has given the Vote of thanks. The video clip on launching of mobile apps was telecasted.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J. Senthil Kumar
Programme Coordinator i/c
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Permanent Installation of Hoarding of Soil Health Card Scheme
Start Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2017
End Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : main gate of KVK, Karaikal
Description : The Hoarding placed in the main gate of the KVK permanently for the public view narrating the success of the Soil health Card Scheme (10 crores farmers benefited all over India
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J. Senthil Kumar
Programme Coordinator i/c
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

FLD / Method demonstration of flavoured Paneer preparation
Start Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2017
End Date: Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Vizhidiyur, Agalankannu,
Description : The preparation of flavoured Paneer using mint and cumin seeds and recipes like paneer gravy and 65 were prepared and organoleptic test were conducted
Contact Person Details
R. Latha,
Programme Assistant (Home Science)
karaikallatha@gmail.com
9486769213

On campus training
Start Date: Monday, November 20, 2017
End Date: Friday, November 24, 2017

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : To develop entrepreneurship among Farm Women /Self Help groups. Method demonstration of value added from Cereals, Pulses, Fruits, Vegetables, Spices and Milk products were demonstrated to the trainees. The packaging and marketing techniques were informed to the participants.
Contact Person Details
R. Latha,
Programme Assistant (Home Science)
karaikallatha@gmail.com
9486769213

off campus Training on Dapog Nursery techniques in paddy cultivation
Start Date: Monday, November 20, 2017
End Date: Monday, November 20, 2017

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Kottucherry Village, karaikal District
Description : Due to late onset of monsoon the farmers have less time to go for normal nursery raising and transplant the seedlings. Training on Dapog nursery/Mat nursery was conducted at Kottucherry village under agronmony discipline of this kendra, which needs only 20 days for the seedlings and that too with just 8 Kgs seeds per acre.
Contact Person Details
Mrs. K. Amina Bibi
Subject Matter Specialist (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443525661

Mahila Kisan Divas
Start Date: Sunday, October 15, 2017
End Date: Sunday, October 15, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Sorakudy Village Karaikal District
Description : During the programme, Mrs.R.Latha, Programme Assistant (Home Science) has delivered a lecture on “Role of Minor Millets in healthy life”. The trainees were informed about the nutritive and medicinal value of minor millets and whole grain. Further, their crucial role in animal husbandry activities has also been highlighted and the participated were also motivated to rear desi chicken, Rabbit rearing, Quail farming, Vermi compost making etc., for generating subsidiary income for their life’s support. Drawing, Essay and poetry competition were organized by this Kendra to the participants (farm women) during the function and prizes were also distributed to the best effort’s.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J. Senthil Kumar
Programme Coordinator i/c
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

On Campus Training
Start Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2017
End Date: Friday, October 13, 2017

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK, Madur, Karaikal
Description : To train the extensional functionaries (Anganwadi workers) (i) Incorporation of Muringa leaves in Adai mix, snacks mix, ready to use soup mix, nutriballs and health mix (ii) Processing of amla candy and supari blended juices (Papaya & dates) and (iii) Importance of Brown rice in diet, Value added products from Brown rice and cholesterol herbal juices.
Contact Person Details
R. Latha,
Programme Assistant (Home Science)
karaikallatha@gmail.com
9486769213

Front Line Demonstration
Start Date: Tuesday, October 10, 2017
End Date: Thursday, October 12, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Pettai and Athipadugai, Thirunallar Commune.
Description : Delay in arrival of Canal water/Monsoon rainfall necessitating farmers to go for direct sowing.
Contact Person Details
Mrs. K. Amina Bibi
Subject Matter Specialist (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443525661

FLD programme on Seed cum fertiliser drill direct sown rice in Pettai and Athipadugai village
Start Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2017
End Date: Thursday, October 12, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Pettai and Athipadugai including KVK farm
Description : FLD programme on Seed cum Fertlizer drill for direct sown rice at Pettai and Athipadugai Village of Thirunallar Commune in Karaikal District. Paddy sowing using seed drill was carried out on 11-10-2017 and 12-10-2017 respectively including the demonstration in KVK farm also.
Contact Person Details
Mrs. K. Amina Bibi
Subject Matter Specialist (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443525661

Off Campus Training
Start Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2017
End Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2017

Event Category : School Dropouts Training
Venue : Nallathur Village, Nedungadu Block
Description : A one day Off Campus training programme was conducted at Nallathur Village, Nedungadu Block under Veterinary discipline of this Kendra on 11.10.2017 regarding Rabbit Farming and its opportunities and challenges.
Contact Person Details
Dr.B.Gobu,
Subject Matter Specialists (Veterinary)
gobubvet@yahoo.com
9488083626

Off Campus Training
Start Date: Tuesday, October 10, 2017
End Date: Tuesday, October 10, 2017

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Vizhidiyur Village
Description : To train the fish farmers for preparation of fish pond, preventing measures viz: eradication of trash fishes (Predator), erection of nylon net into inlet and outlet for the pond, after receipt of Cauvery and rain water for Composite fish culture technology
Contact Person Details
Dr.G.Vijayakumar
Subject Matter Specialist (Fisheries)
geevee1959@gmail.com
8903765208

Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign
Start Date: Monday, September 25, 2017
End Date: Monday, September 25, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Muppaiyathangudy Village, Thirunallar
Description : Sarwatra Swachta activity was contributed by the Karaikal KVK staff members on 25-09-2017 at a Public place in Muppaiyathangudy Village, Thirunallar (Anganwadi – Village Sub Centre) with the objective of creating awareness about involvement of KVK Staffs in Swachta Hi Sewas contribution in outside premises. Further, motivated the Anganwadi workers to have cleanliness consciousness among them since they mostly involved in child health activities.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J. Senthil Kumar
Programme Coordinator i/c
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Samagra Swachhta Diwas
Start Date: Sunday, September 24, 2017
End Date: Sunday, September 24, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Athipadugai Village, Thirunallar
Description : Voluntary shramandhan service was done by KVK staffs in one of the cluster village of Karaikal KVK involving cleaning process in and around the temple premises of that village. Further few farmers of the village were also actively participated in the work
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J. Senthil Kumar
Programme Coordinator i/c
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Swachhta Hi Sewa
Start Date: Thursday, September 21, 2017
End Date: Thursday, September 21, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Celebration of Rural Liquid Waste Management Day at Nallezendur Village, Karaikal
Description : Celebration of Rural Liquid Waste Management Day at Nallezendur Village, Karaikal on 21-09-2017 by Karaikal KVK in collaboration with District Collectorate, Karaikal. About 120 peoples along with Additional Collector, District Magistrate, Programme Coordinator and SMS (Horticulture), During the programme supply of plantain samplings to houses and construction of choke pits at households of that Village were carried out.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J. Senthil Kumar
Programme Coordinator i/c
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

ATARI, Director's Visit
Start Date: Thursday, September 21, 2017
End Date: Thursday, September 21, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK, Karaikal
Description : Dr. Y. G. PRASAD, Director, ATARI, Zone-X, Hyderabad visited the KVK on 21.09.2017. He discussed with the Scientists of the Kendra and visited the KVK Farm . He was accompanied by Dr. G. Rajender Reddy, Sr. Scientist, ICAR-ATARI, Hyderabad.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J. Senthil Kumar
Programme Coordinator i/c
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Front Line Demonstration
Start Date: Tuesday, September 19, 2017
End Date: Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Ambagarathur and Thennangudy Thirunallar Communne.
Description : Indiscriminate use of Plant Protection chemicals lending to reduced population of natural enemies. due to Pest and diseases yield loss is seen in all paddy varieties including BPT 5204 which makes high cost of production.
Contact Person Details
Mrs. K. Amina Bibi
Subject Matter Specialist (i/c)
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443525661

Sewa Divas 2017
Start Date: Sunday, September 17, 2017
End Date: Sunday, September 17, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Campus, Karaikal
Description : Shranadhn activity was conducted by the officials and other staffs of Karaikal KVK along with plantation of trees. Cleaning and sweeping of office premises outside & inside campus, bunds of the ponds, cleaning of terrace etc., were also performed
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J. Senthil Kumar
Programme Coordinator i/c
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Celebration of Sankalp Se Siddhi (New India Manthan 2017) cum Pre Rabi season campaign
Start Date: Wednesday, August 30, 2017
End Date: Wednesday, August 30, 2017

Event Category : Sankalp Se Siddhi
Venue : Seminar Hall of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture and Research Institute, Karaikal
Description : About 240 Nos. of farmers and 60 Nos. of Extension Functionaries were participated in the Sankalp Se Siddhi programme organised by Karaikal KVK on 30-08-2017 at Seminar Hall of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture and Research Institute, Karaikal. Dignitaries like Hon'ble Agriculture Minister of Puducherry, Karaikal District Collector, Dean (PAJANCOA & RI), Additional Director of Agriculture, Joint Director of Animal Husbandry and Deputy Director of Fisheries were presided over the function. Pledge was taken by all the members in the gathering. Video clip of Hon'ble Prime Minister's speech and inspiration songs were telecast during the programme. Experts speech on Crops suitable for Rabi season were organised.
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J. Senthil Kumar
Programme Coordinator i/c
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739

Soil health day Celebration
Start Date: Monday, December 5, 2016
End Date: Monday, December 5, 2016

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Karaikal KVK Campus
Description : Training on Fodder bank technology to farmers and farm women and group discussion on measures to maintain soil fertiltiy
Contact Person Details
Thiru.J. Senthil Kumar
Programme Coordinator i/c
karaikalkvk@yahoo.com
9443314739