Training Porgramme on Advanced Micro Irrigation System concludes at PAU
A seven-day training programme on “Advanced Micro Irrigation System” concluded in the Department of Soil and Water Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), under the aegis of the National Committee on Precision Agriculture and Horticulture (NCPAH), New Delhi. About 30 farmers and farm women from Punjab and other states attended the training programme, conducted by the Precision Farming Development Centre (PFDC), Ludhiana.
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Feb 24, 2025 10:40
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Ludhiana, February 24, 2025: A seven-day training programme on “Advanced Micro Irrigation System” concluded in the Department of Soil and Water Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), under the aegis of the National Committee on Precision Agriculture and Horticulture (NCPAH), New Delhi. About 30 farmers and farm women from Punjab and other states attended the training programme, conducted by the Precision Farming Development Centre (PFDC), Ludhiana.
Through ‘Google Meet’, Professor Nilesh Biwalkar, Project Incharge, Precision Farming Development Centre (PFDC), Ludhiana conveyed to Mr Rohit Lal and Mr KK Kaushal, Joint Director, NCPAH, MIDH, MoA&FW, New Delhi, that the training programme covered the key topics such as the PFDC scheme, PMKY’s Per Drop More Crop initiative, drip irrigation design, fertigation scheduling, and soilless cultivation. Additionally, participants were explained automated irrigation systems, irrigation sensors, and water management. Practical sessions also included hands-on training, and field visits focusing on system maintenance, and hydroponic system demonstrations. The program also addressed on nursery management, pest control in open field and greenhouse farming.
The chief guest of the function Dr Mahesh Kumar, Additional Director of Research (Engineering), PAU, highlighted the role of precision agricultural technologies in enhancing productivity. He urged the farmers to seize an opportunity to learn and implement precision agricultural technologies and water saving techniques, highlighting their potential to revolutionize farming practices and boost yields sustainably.
Dr JP Singh, Head, Department of Soil Engineering and Technology, welcomed the participants, and gave an overview of the PFDC and training programme.
Dr Jugraj Singh, Senior Scientist (Extension), Department of Soil and Water Engineering, coordinated the programme.
Dr Rajan Aggarwal, summarized the overall training programme and its impact on water saving and enhanced crop production. Later, he proposed a vote of thanks.
