Farming Women Urged to Embrace Livelihood Programs

Prayagraj : At a farmers' workshop in Balkaranpur village, Phulpur, Dr. D.K. Singh, the Principal of the Cordet, Motilal Nehru Farmers' Training Institute, urged women to diversify their income by engaging in skill-based programs alongside their farming activities.

The event, a "Kisan Chaupal" (farmers' meeting), was organized by Cordet to raise awareness about the use of nano-fertilizers. As the chief guest, Dr. Singh introduced the attendees to Cordet's initiatives and provided a detailed explanation of the benefits and application methods of Nano Urea Plus and Nano DAP. He highlighted that these liquid nano-fertilizers are environmentally friendly and are part of IFFCO's ongoing efforts to bring innovation to the agricultural sector.

"Farmers should treat their seeds with Nano DAP liquid at a rate of 5 ml per kilogram before sowing," Dr. Singh explained. "For transplanted crops, a root dip solution of 5 ml per liter of water should be used. Furthermore, a foliar spray of Nano Urea Plus, mixed at 4 ml per liter of water, should be applied when the crop is 35 to 40 days old."

Recognizing the significant contribution of women in agriculture, Dr. Singh emphasized the importance of their economic empowerment. He encouraged them to join vocational programs such as tailoring, embroidery, and food processing, including making pickles, jams, chips, and papads. These skills, he said, would provide them with additional sources of income, making them more financially independent.

Rajesh Kumar Singh, the IRDP In-charge, also spoke at the event, providing detailed information on the use of bio-fertilizers and bio-decomposers in farming. He advocated for a shift toward natural farming methods, urging farmers to adopt sustainable practices.

Several farmers, including Rahul Singh, Vidyamani Pandey, Parmesh Maurya, and Vijay Singh, shared their positive experiences with using nano-fertilizers, showcasing the practical benefits of the products.

The program concluded with the free distribution of fruit-bearing and shade-giving saplings to all participating farmers. The event was attended by a large number of villagers, including Cordet Training In-charge Mukesh Tiwari and Gram Pradhan Manoj Patel, demonstrating strong community engagement.

The workshop successfully combined agricultural education with a push for economic diversification, offering a holistic approach to rural development. Dr. Singh's call for women to embrace new skills highlights a key strategy for building more resilient and prosperous rural communities.