Imphal West, 23 October 2026: As a part of the nationwide Khet Bachao Abhiyan (KBA) launched by the Government of India as a nationwide campaign across the country from 22 October to 30 November 2026, with the objectives of promoting the balanced and judicious use of fertilizers, improving soil health, encouraging water conservation and harvesting, strengthening sustainable nutrient management, and accelerating the adoption of natural farming, ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Manipur Centre, Lamphelpat, Imphal conducted an awareness programme on 23 October 2026 at Mongsangei Manang Leikai, Wangoi Sub-Division, Imphal West, Manipur.
        During the programme, Dr N. Anando Singh, Senior Scientist (Agronomy), delivered a technical uring the programme, Dr N. Anando Singh, Senior Scientist (Agronomy), delivered a technical lecture on natural farming, highlighting soil health management, the use of natural farming inputs and sustainable crop production practices. Dr Chongtham Tania, Senior Scientist (Poultry Science), delivered a technical lecture on scientific poultry management, emphasising proper poultry husbandry and its potential to diversify farm-based livelihoods and supplement farmers’ income.
        The campaign also focuses on creating awareness about soil-test-based nutrient management, balanced fertilizer application, integrated nutrient management (INM), integrated pest management (IPM), crop residue management, utilisation of Soil Health Cards, climate-resilient agriculture and crop diversification through pulses, oilseeds and horticultural crops. Other priority areas include the efficient utilisation of rice fallow areas, the use of organic and biological inputs, and the conservation of soil and water resources. A total of 35 participants, comprising 34 male and one female, attended the programme.
        As part of the ongoing campaign, the ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Manipur Centre, plans to undertake further awareness programmes, farmer training sessions and field demonstrations up to 30 November 2026. The proposed activities will focus on soil-test-based nutrient management, balanced fertilizer use, natural farming, integrated nutrient and pest management, crop residue management, water conservation and harvesting, climate-resilient agriculture, and crop diversification through pulses, oilseeds and horticultural crops.
        Through these outreach activities, the Centre aims to enhance farmers’ awareness, encourage the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices, promote the efficient use of natural resources, and contribute to sustainable agricultural development and improved farm-based livelihoods in the North-Eastern Hill Region.