The
Agricultural Field Day organized by the Climate Smart Irrigated Agriculture
Project (CSIAP) is more than a one-day event; it's a testament to the
resilience and dedication of the agricultural community of the area where the
CSIAP is being implemented. It is a highly useful event that serves as a nexus
for education, innovation, community building, and economic development within
the agricultural field of CSIAP farmers who play a crucial role in promoting
sustainable agriculture. It connects farmers with their cultivation skills and
fosters a profound appreciation for the agricultural sector. Organizing such an
event will be an excellent way to bring together farmers, agricultural
professionals, and the broader community to share knowledge, showcase innovations,
and promote sustainable farming practices. Mr.
S.M. Saman Bandulasena, Chief Secretary, Northern Province along with Ms.
S.Suganthini, Provincial Director (Agricultura), Agriculture Instructors of the respective areas,
Mr. Geroge Babu, Deputy Project Director (Northern Province) , Subject
Specialists and Officers of the CSIAP attended this Agricultural Field Day,
which is a journey of enlightenment and enrichment in Kilinochchi and
Mullaitivu districts. All officials visited.
- Thelikarai Village of Poonakary ASC division for
Watermelon Field, Thelikarai Tank Rehabilitation, Groundnut Seed Poduction and Harvesting
- Udaiyarkattu village division for MICHY 1
Chilie Cultivation
- Jeyapuram of Mulankavil ASC for Groundnut Cultivation
with Sprinkler Irrigation
- Iyankan
Kulam of Thunukai ASC division for Crop Diversification in Paddy field
- Karuvelankandal of Oddusuddan ASC division for Parachute
and mechanical transplanted paddy field
This
Field Day not only educates and inspires but also underscores the pivotal role
that agriculture plays in sustaining our CSIAP farming community and preserving
the cultivated land for generations to come.
Posted by CSIAP Sri Lanka Read full article Published Date : 2023-09-03