Event Category :
World Soil Day
Venue :
KVK, Kolar
Description :
World Soil Day 2024, with the theme "Caring for the Soil: Measure, Monitor, and Manage," was celebrated at ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kolar,* on 5th December 2024. The program was inaugurated by Smt. Suma, JDA, Kolar. The Chief Guests included DDH Kumarswamy, DDS Srinivas K.N., Retired DR, UHSB, Dr. V. Nache Gowda, DDA Smt. Bhavya Rani, Mr. Bharath, Area Manager, PPL Ltd., and Senior Scientist and Head, Dr. Shivanand Hongal, who presided over the function.
On this occasion, 'Soil Health Cards' were distributed to beneficiary farmers, and a pledge was taken to promote soil health. During the technical session, Sri Sampath Kumar, a progressive organic farmer, and Dr. Anil Kumar S., Scientist (Soil Science), highlighted the importance of soil health management. KVK scientists Dr. Manjunath Reddy T.B. and Dr. Shashidhar K.R., ADA Kolar, ATMA Kolar staff, and around 75 farmers, women, and youth attended and benefited from the program.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Anil Kumar S
Scientist(Soil Science)
kvkkolar2012@gmail.com
9743196196