A team consisting of Dr. Mathew Seikholen Baite, Scientist, (Plant Pathology), Division of Crop Science, and Dr. Mahasweta Chakraborty, Scientist (Soil Science), Division of System Research and Engineering visited Khweng village, Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya for Khet Bachao Abhiyan (KBA) programme on 09.11.2026. Awareness cum training programme were given to 34 farmers (9 male and 25 female) on Soil testing and soil health management, and benefits of using organic compost such as farm yard manure (FYM), vermicompost for crop production. Awareness also given for organic management of rice blast and rhizome rot of ginger and benefits of mushroom cultivation.