Training about drone importance in agriculture
Date of program: 25th September 2024 Location:
Apex University, Jaipur Audience: Rural educated students and agriculture graduates The primary aim of the training program was to educate rural students and agriculture graduates about the growing importance of drones in modern agriculture. The program focused on demonstration how drones can revolutionize farming practices, improve crop management, and increase agricultural productivity in rural areas.
Drones in precision agriculture: Adetailed session was dedicated to how drones are used in precision agriculture, including crop monitoring, soil health analysis, pest and disease detection, and irrigation management.
Practical demonstration: Participants observed live drone demonstrations showcasing how drones can be used to collect aerial data, create field maps, and apply pesticides or fertilizers precisely
Benefits for rural farmers: The training illustrated how drones can benefit rural farmers, particularly in terms of reducing labor costs, saving time, enhancing yields, and reducing environmental impact..
Crop demonstration training about biological control of diseases and pests.
The primary objective of the crop demonstration program was to educate farmers about the use of biological control methods to manage diseases and pests in crops. The demonstrations aimed to promote sustainable agricultural practices, reduce chemical pesticide use, and enhance the health and yield of crops.
Program details:
Total demonstrations: Over 75 crop demonstrations were held in various blocks, focusing on practical and eco-friendly methods of pest and disease control through biological agents.
Khandar block, Sawai Madhopur (July 2024 ): Focused on demonstrating the use of natural predators and bio control agents such as Trichoderma to combat fungal diseases and predatory insects like ladybugs to control pests.
Malpura block, Tonk district (August 2024): Showcased the application of neem-based solutions and beneficial organisms like nematodes for pest control and disease management, highlighting sustainable pest management practices.
Chomu block, Jaipur district (August 2024): Focused on integrated pest management (IPM) techniques using biological control methods such as bio-insecticides and soil-enhancing agents to improve crop health and reduce pest attacks.