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ANNUAL REPORT (April 2018 – March 2019)

APR SUMMARY 1. Training Programmes Clientele No. of Courses Male Female Total participants Farmers & farm women 55 490 674 1164 Rural youths 5 47 43 90 Extension functionaries 3 41 26 67 Sponsored Training 11 73 89 162 Vocational Training 2 3 37 40 Total 76 654 869 1523

2. Frontline demonstrations Enterprise No. of Farmers Area (ha) Units/Animals Oilseeds - - - Pulses - - - Cereals 30 12.00 - Vegetables 20 4.04 - Other crops 60 20.40 - Total 110 36.44 - Livestock & Fisheries - - - Other enterprises 10 - 10 Total 120 36.44 10 Grand Total 120 36.44 10

3. Technology Assessment & Refinement Category No. of Technology No. of Trials No. of Farmers Assessed & Refined Technology Assessed Crops 8 40 40 Livestock 1 3 3 Various enterprises 1 5 5 Total 10 48 48 Technology Refined Crops - - - Livestock - - - Various enterprises - - - Total - - - Grand Total 10 48 48

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Extension Programmes

Category No. of Programmes Total Participants Extension activities 604 4335 Other extension activities 54 Mass coverage Total

4. Mobile Advisory Services Type of Messages

Name of Livest Wea Marke- Aware Other Total Message Type Crop KVK ock ther ting -ness enterprise Text only 17 2 - - 5 3 27 Kanyak Voice only umari Voice & Text

both Total 17 2 - - - - 27 Messages Total farmers 57987 6822 - - 17055 10233 92097 Benefitted

5. Seed & Planting Material Production 3 Quintal/Number Value Rs. Seed (q) Paddy TPS-5 seed 34.70 Q 88320.00 Planting material (No.) CO-5 fodder sets 11777 Nos. 7066.00 Guinea sets 7150 Nos. 7150.00 Bio-Products (kg) Pseudomonas talc formulation 3.49 Q 38080.00 Mushroom bed spawn 126 Nos. 6300.00 Coconut tonic 4381 Nos. 43810.00 (200 ml pkt) Livestock Production (No.) - - Fishery production (No.) - - Others Azola 0.015Q 210.00 Fodder grass 275Q 5500.00 Maize cob 98 Nos. 490.00

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6. Soil, water & plant Analysis Samples No. of Beneficiaries Value Rs. Soil 285 21600 Water - - Plant - - Total 285 21600

7. HRD and Publication Sr. No. Category Number 1 Workshops 4 2 Conferences 2 3 Meetings 39 4 Trainings for KVK officials 12 5 Visits of KVK officials 151 6 Book published 1 7 Training Manual 2 8 Book chapters - 9 Research papers - 10 Lead papers - 11 Seminar papers 2 12 Extension folder 4 13 Proceedings 1 14 Award & recognition 1 15 On going research projects 1

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DETAIL REPORT OF ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 2018-19

1. GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE KVK

1.1. Name and address of KVK with phone, fax and e-mail

Address Telephone E mail

Office FAX ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra 04652 -275758 04652 -275758 [email protected] Tamil Nadu Agricultural 04652 -275759 University Thirupathisaram – 629 901 Kanyakumari District Tamil Nadu

1.2 .Name and address of host organization with phone, fax and e-mail

Address Telephone E mail

Office FAX

The Registrar 0422-2431222 0422-2431672 [email protected] Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore-641 003.

1.3. Name of the Programme Coordinator with phone & mobile No

Name Telephone / Contact

Residence Mobile Email

Dr.K.Thirukumaran - 9842562975 [email protected]

1.4. Year of sanction : 22.05.2004

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1.5. Staff Position (as on 30 March, 2019)

Pay Categ Scale ory Prese Perman- Sl. (Rs.) (SC/ Sanctioned Name of the Design- nt Date of ent No Discipline ST/ post incumbent ation basic joining /Temp- . OBC/ (Rs.) orary Other s) 1 Programme Dr. Assistant Agronomy 15600 – 31120 14.03.19 Permanent OBC Coordinator K.Thirukumaran Professor 39100 + 8000 2 Subject Dr. K. Kavitha Assistant Plant 15600 – 28640 28.08.16 Permanent OBC Matter Professor Pathology 39100 Specialist + 8000 3 Subject Assistant Food 15600 – 28640 06.04.16 Permanent OBC Matter Dr. Cissie Theeblyn Professor Science and 39100 David Specialist Nutrition + 8000 4 Subject Dr. R. Latha Assistant Plant 15600 – 28640 03.03.16 Permanent OBC Matter Professor Breeding 39100 Specialist and + 8000 Genetics 5 Subject Dr.S.Nazreen Assistant Agrl. 15600 – 27600 12.03.19 Permanent OBC Matter Hassan Professor Extension 39100 Specialist + 7000 6 Subject Dr. S. Santheepan Training Agronomy 32000 32000 08.03.18 Temporary SC Matter Assistant Specialist 7 Subject Dr. P. Prasanna Training Horticulture 36000 36000 11.10.18 Temporary OBC Matter Kumar Assistant Specialist 8 Programme Tmt. K.R. Sudha Prog. Asst. Agrl. 35900 – 55800 04.06.07 Permanent OBC Assistant (Tech.) Extension 113500 9 Computer Mr. V. Sivaraman Prog. Asst. Computer 35900 – 49600 08.12.08 Permanent OBC Programmer (Comp.) Science 113500 10 Farm Mr. R. Rajesh Farm Horticulture 35900 – 55800 08.05.15 Permanent OBC Manager Kannan Manager 113500 11 Accountant / Mr. T. Arulmuthu Jr. Asst. 19500 – 32200 30.07.14 Permanent OBC Superintend 62000 ent 12 Stenographe Mrs. R. Sumathi Jr. Asst. 19500 – 19500 22.01.18 Temporary SC r cum typist 62000 13 Driver Th. G. Jayasekaran Driver 35400 – 50500 01.05.04 Permanent SC 112400 14 Driver Vacant 15 Supporting Tmt. R. Parvathi PUSM 15700 - 17200 10.04.15 Permanent SC staff 50000 16 Supporting Tmt. R. PUSM 15700 - 17200 10.04.15 Permanent OBC staff Shanmugasundaram 50000

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1.6. Total land with KVK (in ha) : 18.67 ha

S. No. Item Area (ha) 1 Under Buildings 606 m2 2. Under Demonstration Units 1.42 3. Under Crops 7.25 4. Orchard/Agro-forestry 0.4 5. Others (specify) 7.01 - Building, Farm roads and pond

1.7. Infrastructural Development:

A) Buildings Source Stage of Complete Incomplete S. funding Plinth Plinth No Name of building Completio Status of area Expenditur Startin area . n constructio (Sq.m e (Rs.) g Date (Sq.m Date n ) ) 1. Administrative ICAR 22.01.201 606 67,50,600 - - - Building 4 M2 2. Farmers Hostel 3. Staff Quarters 1 to 6 Nil 4. Demonstration Units 1. IFS ICAR- 2013-18 - - - - -  Vermicomposting RF unit

 Azolla

 Poultry  Fodder 2. Roof top Garden ICAR- 2018-19 RF 3. Spawn Production ICAR- 2016-17 RF 4. Bio control ICAR- 2016-17 production unit RF (Pseudomonas) 5. Bee keeping ICAR- 2018-19 ASCI 5 Fencing Nil 6 Rain Water harvesting Nil system 7 Threshing floor Under progress 8 Farm godown Nil

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B) Vehicles

Type of vehicle Year of purchase Cost (Rs.) Total kms. run Present status Mahindra – Bol- 2017 7,40,478 28339 Good ZLX Two wheeler - 2009 46,193 41200 Good Hero Honda splendor Two wheeler - 2009 47,875 30734 Good Honda activa Tractor-Massey 2002 2,66,527 987 hours Good Ferguson 1035 Trailer-Two Wheel 2002 67,000 - Good Tipping

C) Equipments & AV aids

Name of the equipment Year of purchase Cost (Rs.) Present status CCTV Camera 2019 85,204.00 Good Mini Soil Testing Kit (2 Nos.) 2017 1,72,000.00 Good RO water purification system 2017 19,500.00 Good Horizontal Laminar air flow cabinet 2017 28,783.00 Good Electronic Weighing Balance 2017 4,750.00 Good 1.5 KVA UPS 2017 14,500.00 Good UPS Batteries (12V x 26A) 16 Nos. 2017 47,981.00 Good Multi functional Digital Copier with 2017 Good 75,477.00 Printer Biometric Attendance System 2017 11,800.00 Good LC D Projector 2017 34,000.00 Good Public Address System 2017 34,986.00 Good Digital Camera 2017 9,750.00 Good Soil Testing Kit 2016 75,000.00 Good Banana fibre extractor 2011 50,000.00 Good Paddy Power Weeder 2011 32,531.00 Good Fax machine 2009 15,000.00 Good Computer 2009 31,900.00 Good LCD Projector 2006 61,230.00 Good Laptop 2006 38,700.00 Good Drum seeder 2006 4,700.00 Good Coconut climber 2006 2,500.00 Good Cono weeder 2006 2,360.00 Good Digital camera 2006 18,500.00 Good

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HP Scanner 2005 3,237.00 Not working Toshiba E-Studio 160 digital copier 2005 Not working 71,400.00 cum printer Spectrophotometer 2004 75,072.00 Good Flame photometer 2004 36,720.00 Good Physical balance 2004 1,15,000.00 Good Water distillation Still 2004 26,118.00 Good Kjeldahl digestion and distillation 2004 24,589.00 Good Shaker 2004 44,077.00 Good Refrigerator 2004 15,750.00 Good Grinder 2004 11,582.00 Good Khelplus 2004 1,48,086.00 Good UPS 2004 10,250.00 Good Soil storage cabin 2004 37,496.00 Good

1.8. A). Details of SAC meeting* conducted in the year

Sl.No. Date No of Salient Recommendations Participants 1. 08.03.2019 38 1. Undertake location specific intercropping system/ multitier cropping for Coconut and Rubber (Proposed by: Mr. Ashok Macrin, Deputy Director of Horticulture, Nagercoil) 2. Popularize high yielding VBN6 Blackgram under Rice fallow condition in Kanaykumari district (Proposed by: Mr. G. Manoharan, Joint Director of Agriculture, Nagercoil) 3. The newly released CTCRI varieties of tapioca viz., Sree Jaya, Sree Vijaya and Sree Pavithra shall be assessed for Kanyakumari district (Proposed by: Dr. H. Kesavakumar, Scientist, Nematology, ICAR- CTCRI, Thiruvanathapuram) 4. Popularize the CTCRI bioformulations viz., Nanma, Menma and Shreya for pest management (Proposed by: Dr. H. Kesavakumar, Scientist, Nematology, ICAR- CTCRI, Thiruvanathapuram)

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5. Arrange an exposure visit to CTCRI, Thiruvanathapuram incubation centre for the benefit of farmers interested in tapioca value addition (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore) 6. Scientists of CTCRI, Thiruvananthapuram to be invited as resource person for trainings at KVK (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore). 7. Provide short messages to All India Radio, Nagercoil regularly (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore) 8. Establishment of model unit for the production of high value vegetables at KVK (Proposed by: Mr. P.S. Sailesh, DDM, NABARD) 9. Establishment of IFS model unit at KVK. (Proposed by: Dr. S. Malmarugan, Professor and Head, VUTRC, Parakai, Nagercoil) 10. Involve VUTRC scientists as resource person for trainings at KVK (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore). 11. Organize awareness campaign on Sericulture twice a year at KVK (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore). 12. Conduct joint diagnostic visit along with scientists of HRS, Pechiparai for disease incidence in pepper (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore). 13. Training on pre harvest management to enhance the shelf life of banana variety Matti to be arranged involving the scientists of NRCB, Trichy (Proposed by:Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore).

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14. Provide low cost production technology for biocontrol agents (Proposed by: Mr. C. Arumugam, Thingal Nagar) 15. Arrange Mushroom value addition training and exposure visit for mushroom entrepreneurs at CSC& RI, Madurai (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore). 16. Establish a low cost Hydroponic unit at KVK (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore). 17. In DFI village, coconut based IFS model to be established for doubling the farmer’s income (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore). 18. Arrange training on farm mechanization by inviting scientists from Dept. of Farm Machinery, TNAU, Coimbatore (Proposed by: The Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, TNAU, Coimbatore) * Attach a copy of SAC proceedings along with list of participants

2. DETAILS OF DISTRICT (2018-19)

2.1 Major farming systems/enterprises (based on the analysis made by the KVK)

S. No Farming system/enterprise 1. Coconut based farming system 2. Paddy based farming system 3. Horticultural crops based mixed cropping system

2.2 Description of Agro-climatic Zone & major agro ecological situations (based on soil and topography)

S. No Agro-climatic Zone Characteristics 1. West coast plains and Ghat Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kanyakumari lies in 8o26’ N latitude, region (High rainfall Zone) 77o 19’E longitude, Altitude 76m above MSL. Average Maximum, Minimum temperature is 31.2 and 22.3o C respectively. Average rainfall ranges about 2186mm, RH 83%.

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S. No Agro ecological situation Characteristics Comprising of hills and hill bases suitable for growing crops 1. The uplands like Rubber, Cloves, Nutmeg, Pepper, Pineapple etc. Comprising of plains and valleys fit for growing crops like 2. The Middle Paddy, Tapioca, Banana, Coconut etc. Comprising the coastal belt ideal for growing Coconut, 3. The low lands Cashew etc.

2.3 Soil type/s

S. No Soil type Characteristics Area in ha 1. Lateritic soil Reddish brown sandy clay loam 20,033 2. Red soils  Red, yellowish red and yellowish brown sandy clay 65,608 loam  Brown, dark gray and grayish brown sandy clay  Brown and dark brown sandy clay loam  Yellowish red sandy loam  Dark yellowish brown sandy clay loam and sandy loam  Yellowish red gravelly sandy loam 3. Coastal alluvium Very pale brown sand 3,830 4. Alluvium Brown sandy clay loam 1,590

2.4. Area, Production and Productivity of major crops cultivated in the district (2018-19)

Kharif S. No Crop Area (ha) Production (000’ Productivity tons) (kg /ha) 1. Rice 5962 21588 3621 2. Maize 7 30 4286 3 Pulses (Redgram) 2 0.0015 720 4. Groundnut 29 0.026 920 5. Coconut 23917 2871laks nuts 12004 nuts 6. Banana 5650.83 216596 38330 7. Tapioca 1338 42844 32000 8. Cashew 1002.5 501 500 9. Mango 1310.5 32762 25000 10. Jack 572 22868 40000 11. Pepper 288 26 153 12. Rubber 27407 85117 4200 13. Arecanut 297 742 2500 14. Cloves & Cinnamon 700 616 880 15. Ginger 16.505 259 18500 16 Pineapple 63.945 2110 33000 17 Cucumber 92 644 7000 18. Jasmine 115 885 7700 Rabi S. No Crop Area (ha) Production (000’ Productivity tons) (kg /ha) 1. Rice 5993 25686 4286

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Summer S. No Crop Area (ha) Production (000’ Productivity tons) (kg /ha) 1. Pulses (Black gram) 215 138 642 2 Green gram 2 1.2 600

2.5. Weather data Month Rainfall (mm) Temperature 0 C Relative Humidity (%) Maximum Minimum April ’18 120.76 31 27 75 May ’18 316.73 30 27 78 June ’18 57.07 29 26 78 July ’18 42.28 29 26 76 August ’18 39.33 28 25 77 September’18 89.49 30 25 76 October ’18 224.26 31 26 74 November ’18 176.9 31 25 74 December ’18 32.6 31 24 70 January ‘19 7.1 32 22 64 February ‘19 26.4 33 24 65 March ‘19 14.7 34 26 64

2.6. Production and productivity of livestock, Poultry, Fisheries etc. in the district (2018-19)

Category Population Production Productivity Cattle Crossbred - - 70350 Indigenous - - Buffalo 2848 - - Sheep - - Crossbred - - 310 Indigenous - - Goats 104689 - - Pigs - - Crossbred - - 1551 Indigenous - - Rabbits 2014 - - Poultry 488274 - - Hens - - - Desi(Backyard ) - - - Improved(Poultry in farm) 40818 - - Ducks - - - Turkey and others - - -

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Category Area Production Productivity Fish - - - Marine - 42525.240 tonnes - Inland 6984.1 ha 4368.46 tonnes 1.25t/ha Prawn - 854.6 tonnes - Scampi - - - Shrimp - - -

Source: Office of Joint Director of Agriculture ,Deputy Director Animal Husbandry and Dept. of Statistics ,Nagercoil, Kanyakumari District.

2.7 Details of Adopted Villages (2018-19)

Sl. Taluk/ mandal Name of the Name of the Year Major Major Identified No block village of crops & problem Thrust . adopti enterprises identified Areas on KVK adopted villages 1 Agastheeswara Agastheeswara Ramapuram 2014 Rice Low Integrated m m productivity Crop High weed Management infestation Pulses Low yield Varietal High Evaluation incidence of YMV Foliar nutrition of Need high TNAU pulse yielding wonder varieties Groundnut Low Varietal productivity evaluation and lack of high yielding varieties Vegetables Lack of Varietal Hybrids evaluation Low yield DFI villages 1. Kalkulam Thuckalay Muthalakuric 2018 Rice Low Integrated hi productivity Crop Management Banana High Integrated infestation of Pest PSW in Management banana

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Redgram Farmers need Varietal high evaluation remunerative pulse crops Groundnut Low Varietal productivity evaluation and lack of high yielding varieties Tapioca Incidence of Varietal Cassava evaluation Mosaic disease Lack of short duration variety Amaranthus Intercroppin Varietal g in Banana evaluation

2.8 Priority/thrust areas

Crop/Enterprise Thrust area Rice Integrated Crop Management, Weed management Pulses/ Blackgram Varietal evaluation, Integrated Crop Management Pulses/ Redgram Varietal evaluation, Integrated Crop Management Groundnut Varietal evaluation, Integrated Crop Management Banana Integrated Nutrient Management, Integrated Pest and Disease Management, Intercropping Tapioca Varietal Evaluation, Integrated Pest Management, Value addition Bhendi Varietal Evaluation , Integrated Crop Management Ginger Integrated Crop Management, Integrated Disease Management Pepper Integrated Disease Management and Integrated Crop Management Amaranthus Intercropping, Varietal evaluation Fodder Intercropping, Varietal evaluation, Livestock Production Tuberose Integrated Disease Management Mango Value addition Jack Value addition

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2.9 Salient Achievements of (April 2018-March, 2019) (Mandated activities/ Projects)

S.No Activity Target Achievement

1. Technologies Assessed and refined(No.) - -

2. On-farm trials conducted (No.) 10 10

3. Frontline demonstrations conducted (No.) 12 12

4. Farmers trained (in Lakh) 0.01640 0.01456

5. Extension Personnel trained (No.) 150 67

6. Participants in extension activities (in Lakh) 0.02237 0.03610

7. Production of Seed (in Quintal) 60 34.7

8. Planting material produced (in Lakh) Cumbu Napier –0.60 0.11

Guinea Grass –0.04 0.07

9. Live-stock strains and finger lings produced - - (in Lakh)

10. Soil, Water, plant, manures samples tested (in 0.003 0.00286 Lakh)

11. Mobile agro-advisory provided to farmers (in 0.50 0.95 Lakh)

12. No.of Soil Health Cards issued by Mini Soil 200 286 Testing Kits (No.)

13. No.of Soil Health Cards issued by Traditional - - Laboratory (No.)

Give Salient Achievements by KVK during the year in bullet points:

 In the FLD CO 52 Rice variety produced higher yield (61.3 q/ha) which is 1.66% more than TPS 3  Seed treatment, seedling rot dip and foliar spray of P. fluorescens generally improved the vigour of rice  Application of Pre-emergence herbicide (Pretilachlor) is effective in controlling weed in rice  Time bound fertilizer recommendation led to increase the number of productive tillers in rice

 Application of ZnSO4 @ 25kg/ha increased yield potential of Rice variety TPS5

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 Application of Early post emergence (EPOE) herbicide Byspyripac sodium effectively controlled the weed infestations (70%) in rice fields and minimized the number of labours for hand weeding  Release of the egg parasitoid, Trichogramma japonicumat weekly interval for 3 times from 30th DAS reduced the stem borer incidence in rice  Use of pheromone trap for Yellow stem borer enhanced the adult moth catches in rice  Adoption of all organic practices increased the yield in traditional rice varieties viz., Kattisamba and Kochisamba.  Application of Dolomite reduced soil acidity and enhanced nutrient uptake in banana  Soil test based application of N:P:K in six splits in 1-6 months enhanced the yield in banana  Foliar nutrition of IIHR Banana special increased the banana finger size and Bunch weight  Tuberose Bulb treatment with P.lilacinus + T. viride + P. fluorescens followed by Soil application and Foliar application enhanced the yield with reduction in tuber rot and wilt incidence  Soil application of T.harzianum enriched in FYM and pre monsoon Soil drenching with Ridomil MZ and foliar spray of Ridomil after monsoon effectively reduced the foot rot incidence in Pepper.  Foliar application of IISR power mix enhanced the fruit setting in pepper  Intercropping of Guinea grass and Desmanthus in coconut garden was preferred since sole cropping of fodder is not preferred by the famers in Kanyakumari District. It also reduces weed growth in coconut garden  In Multicut fodder sorghum CSV 33 MF, Vigorous Growth and high fodder yield even in ratoon. The green fodder yield in CSV 33 MF is more than CO (FS)29  The growth of maize and horse gram is faster in hydroponic which yield 7-10 kg of green fodder yield in a single tray in 7-8 days. It is highly nutritious, palatability and easy digestible enhance the growth of cattle and increased the milk yield. Hydroponic technique is found suitable for the production of green fodder during lean season for cattle rearing  Shade loving green fodder guinea grass grown well as Intercrop in Coconut garden.  Introduction of homestead nutrition garden increased the percapita consumption (39.5%) with additional income.

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3. TECHNICAL ACHIEVEMENTS

3.A. Details of target and achievements of mandatory activities by KVK during 2018-19

OFT (Technology Assessment) FLD (crop/enterprise/CFLDs) 1 2 Number of technologies Total no. of Trials Area in ha Number of Farmers Targets Achievement Targets Achievement Targets Achievement Targets Achievement 10 10 48 48 36.44 36.44 120 120

Training (including sponsored, vocational and other Extension Activities trainings carried under Rainwater Harvesting Unit) 3 4 Number of Courses Number of Number of activities Number of Participants participants Clientele Targets Achieve Targets Achiev Targets Achieve Targets Achieve ment ement ment ment Farmers 60 55 1640 1164 340 604 2237 4335 Rural youth 13 18 120 292 Extn. 3 3 150 67 Functionaries

Seed Production (Qtl.) Planting material (Nos.) 5 6 Target Achievement Distributed to Target Achievement Distributed to no. of farmers no. of farmers TPS 5 rice 34.70 105 CO(BN) 5 Cumbu 11777 118 seed – 60 q Napier fodder –60000 Guinea grass CO(GG)3 7150 14 slips - 4000

Livestock, poultry strains and Bio-products (Kg) fingerlings (No.) 7 8 Target Achievement Target Achievement - - Pseudomonas 100kg Pseudomonas 349 kg Mushroom bed spawn 200 Nos. Mushroom bed spawn 126 Nos. Coconut tonic 5000 Nos. Coconut tonic 4381 Nos. (200 ml Packets) (200 ml Packets) Azolla Azolla 10.5 kg

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3.b. TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT

Summary of technologies assessed under various crops by KVKs No. of No. of Thematic areas Crop Name of the technology assessed trials farmers Varietal Evaluation Blackgram Assessment of Blackgram varieties under Rice 5 5 Fallow condition Redgram Assessment of suitable Redgram varieties for 5 5 summer season with supplementary irrigation Groundnut Assessment of Groundnut varieties suitable for 5 5 rainfed condition Bhendi Assessment of suitable Bhendi hybrids for 5 5 Kanyakumari District Tapioca Assessment of suitable Tapioca varieties for 5 5 Kanyakumari District Integrated Nutrient Rice Assessment of the performance of zinc nutrition in 5 5 Management rice for Kanyakumari District Integrated Pest Banana Assessment of bio formulations for Pseudo stem 5 5 Management weevil management in banana Integrated Disease Ginger Assessment of Soft rot disease management in 5 5 Management Ginger Post Harvest Mango Assessment of mango bar 5 5 Technology / Value addition Total 45 45

Summary of technologies assessed under livestock by KVKs Name of the Name of the No. of Thematic areas livestock technology No. of trials farmers enterprise assessed Disease Management Evaluation of Breeds Backyard Assessment 3 3 poultry of suitable poultry bird for Backyard poultry Feed and Fodder management Nutrition Management Production and Management Others (Pl. specify) Total 3 3

Summary of technologies assessed under various enterprises by KVKs No. of Thematic areas Enterprise Name of the technology assessed No. of trials farmers

Small scale income generation

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3.c. TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT IN DETAIL OFT – 1

1 Thematic area : Integrated Nutrient Management 2 Title : Assessment of the performance of zinc nutrition in rice for Kanyakumari District 3 Scientists involved : Dr. S.Santheepan, Dr.R.Latha, SMS(PBG) 4 Details of farming situation: : Season: Kharif 2018 Describe the farming situation Soil Type : Sandy loam including Season, Farming Farming situation : Irrigated situation (RF/Irrigated), Soil type, fertility Status, Seasonal rainfall Soil Fertility status : Low N, P and K (mm) No. of rainy days etc (about Seasonal Rain fall (mm) : 313.75 500 words) No. of rainy days : 29 5 Problem definition / description: :  Zinc deficiency (one paragraph)  Yield decline due to zinc deficiency 6 Technology Assessed: (give full : Farmers practice - No application of Zinc

details of technology as well as TO1- Soil application of ZnSO4 @ 25 kg/ha farmers practice) TO2 -Seedling dipping with ZSB @ 10g/lit + Soil application of ZSB @ 10 kg/ha 7 Critical inputs given: (along with : S. No. Name Qty. (kg) Total Cost (Rs.) quantity as well as value) 1. ZnSO 3 kg 60 4 2. Zinc Solubilizing Bacteria 2 Kg 50 3. Field board sticker 1 No. 100 Total 1620

8 Results: Table : Performance of the technology B:C Data on Other performance indicators* Net No.of Yield ratio Plant No. of Zn No. Technology Option Returns trials (q/ha) height tillers/hill deficiency grains/panicle (Rs./ha) (cm) scoring Farmers practice - No 58 57730 2.65 102.8 15 5.2 185 application of zinc TO1 – Soil application of 64 66710 2.82 109.6 23 3.5 235 ZnSO @ 25 kg/ha 4 5 TO2 - Seedling dipping with ZSB @ 10g/lit + Soil 62 64980 2.74 108.5 21 4 220 application of ZSB @ 10 kg/ha

* Other performance indicators: such as pest intensity, weed population, test weight, duration etc

Description of the results: (one page) in addition you can use graphs also Constraints faced:

The maximum grain yield (64q/ha) was observed in TO1 soil application of ZnSO4 @ 25 kg/ha with a net return of Rs.66710/ha and BCR of 2.82 followed by TO2 - Seedling dipping with ZSB @ 10g/lit + Soil application of ZSB @ 10 kg/ha with 62 q/ha of grain yield, net return of Rs.64980 and BCR 2.74, compared to the farmers practice of no zinc application.

TO1 soil application of ZnSO4 @ 25 kg/ha has registered higher BC ratio (2.82) followed by soil application of zinc solubilizing bacteria @ 10 kg/ha (2.74) as compared to farmers practice (2.65).

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9. Feed back of the farmers Soil application of zinc sulphate increased the number of productive involved tillers per hill results in higher grain yield 10. Feed back to the scientist who Studies may be conducted for the use of zinc solubilizing developed the technology bacteria along with zinc sulphate

OFT – 2

1 Thematic area : Varietal Evaluation 2 Title : Assessment of Blackgram varieties in Kanyakumari District 3 Scientists involved : Dr.R.Latha, SMS(PBG) & Dr K.Kavitha, SMS(PBG) 4 Details of farming : Season : Summer 2019 situation: Describe the Soil Type : Sandy loam farming situation including Farming situation : Rainfed Season, Farming situation (RF/Irrigated), Soil type, Soil Fertility status : Low N, P and K fertility Status, Seasonal Seasonal Rain fall (mm) : 14.7 rainfall (mm) No. of rainy No. of rainy days : 2 days etc (about 500 words) 5 Problem definition / : • Low productivity (4q /ha) description: (one • Lack of high yielding YMV resistant varieties suitable for Rice paragraph) fallow condition in Kanyakumari district

6 Technology Assessed: (give : Farmers practice - VBN 5 full details of technology as TO1–VBN (BG) 8 well as farmers practice) TO2 - KKM 1 TO3 - ADT 6 7 Critical inputs given: (along : S. No. Name Qty. (kg) Total Cost (Rs.) with quantity as well as value) 1. Seeds- KKM 1 2.5 300 2. Seeds –VBN (BG)8 2.5 300 3. Seeds – ADT 6 2.5 300 4. Pulse wonder 2 500 5. Trichoderma viride 1 120 6. Field Board 1 100 Total 1620

8 Results : Crop is in flowering stage 9. Feed back of the farmers : involved 10. Feed back to the scientist who : developed the technology

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OFT -3

1 Thematic area : Varietal Evaluation 2 Title : Assessment of suitable Redgram varieties for rainfed ecosystem 3 Scientists involved : Dr.R.Latha, SMS(PBG) & Dr.S.Santheepan, TA (Agronomy) 4 Details of farming : Season : Rabi 2018 situation: Describe the Soil Type : Sandy loam farming situation including Farming situation : Rainfed Season, Farming situation (RF/Irrigated), Soil type, Soil Fertility status : Low N, P and K fertility Status, Seasonal Seasonal Rain fall (mm) : 228.17 rainfall (mm) No. of rainy No. of rainy days : 28 days etc (about 500 words) 5 Problem definition / : • Pulses are grown in limited area under Rice-fallow condition description: (one only. paragraph) • Vagarious nature of monsoon causing crop losses very often especially during Rabi season • Farmers need alternate crops like Redgram and Groundnut for cultivation during Rabi under rainfed condition with supplementary irrigation. 6 Technology Assessed: (give : Farmers practice – Blackgram VBN-5 full details of technology as TO1 – Redgram [ CO(RG) 7] TNAU (2005) well as farmers practice) TO2 – Redgram [ VBN(RG) 3] TNAU (2007)

7 Critical inputs given: (along : S. No. Name Quantity Total Cost (Rs.) with quantity as well as value) 1. Redgram CO(RG) 7 -Seed 2 kg 400 2. Redgram VBN(RG) 3- Seed 2 kg 400 3. P. fluorescens 1 kg 120 4. Rhizobium 1 kg 100 5. Pulse wonder 2 kg 500 6. Field Sticker 1 100 Total 1620

8 Results: Table : Performance of the technology B:C Data on Other performance Net No.of Yield ratio indicators* Technology Option Returns trials (q/ha) Days to 100 Grain (Rs./ha) Flowering(Days) Weight(g) Farmers Practice 4.80 15800 2.2 36 6.5 Technology 1 (Redgram CO(RG) 7) 5 8.70 42660 2.6 85 9.5 Technology 2(Redgram VBN(RG) 3) 7.20 32600 2.3 70 7.5 * Other performance indicators: such as pest intensity, weed population, test weight, duration etc Description of the results: (one page) in addition you can use graphs also Constraints faced: Among the technologies assessed viz.,Redgram variety CO(RG) 7 (TO 1) and VBN(RG) 3 (TO 2) in comparison with farmers practice of cultivation of Blackgram variety VBN-5 under rainfed condition during Rabi 2018, the redgram variety CO(RG) 7 produced the highest yield of 8.70q/ha with a net return of Rs.42660/ha and BCR of 2.6 followed by VBN(RG)3 with 7.2 q/ha of grain yield, net return of Rs.32600 and BCR 2.3. Though the yield and net return is more in CO(RG) 7 than VBN(RG) 3, the later

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was found to be determinate with synchronized maturity. As the variety is amenable for single harvest farmers prefer to cultivate VBN(RG)3 redgram under rainfed condition. The grains were bold in CO(RG) 7.

Constraints faced: Facilities are not available for seed processing and limited market preference. 9. Feed back of the farmers Cultivation of Redgram is more profitable. VBN(RG) 3 is preferred as involved it matures uniformly and can be harvested easily. 10. Feed back to the scientist who Both the varieties are susceptible to pod borers and pod fly. These developed the technology varieties can be recommended for cultivation in Kanyakumari District.

OFT - 4

1 Thematic area : Varietal Evaluation

2 Title : Assessment of Groundnut varieties suitable for rainfed condition

3 Scientists involved : Dr.R.Latha, SMS(PBG) & Dr. K.Kavitha, SMS(Pl.Path.)

4 Details of farming situation: : Season : Kharif 2018 Describe the farming situation Soil Type : Sandy loam including Season, Farming situation (RF/Irrigated), Soil Farming situation : Rainfed type, fertility Status, Seasonal Soil Fertility status : Low N, P and K rainfall (mm) No. of rainy days etc (about 500 words) Seasonal Rain fall (mm) : 523.25 No. of rainy days : 26

5 Problem definition / :  Low productivity and lack of high yielding varieties. description: (one paragraph)

6 Technology Assessed: (give : Farmers Practice – Local Variety full details of technology as TO1 - CO (GN) 7TNAU, 2013 well as farmers practice) TO2–VRI (GN) 8TNAU, 2016

7 Critical inputs given: (along : S. No. Name Quantity Total Cost (Rs.) with quantity as well as value) 1. CO (GN) 7 40 kg 1440

2. VRI (GN) 8 40 kg 1440 3. Gypsum 100 kg 300 4. TNAU Groundnut Rich 2 kg 400 5. Field Sticker 1 100 Total 3680

8 Results: Table : Performance of the technology B:C Data on Other performance Net No.of Yield ratio indicators* Technology Option Returns trials (q/ha) (Rs./ha) Days to 100 seed Flowering(Days) Weight(g) Farmers Practice 14.80 33200 2.3 60 42 Technology 1: Groundnut CO (GN) 7 5 18.00 46000 2.8 55 46 Technology 2: Groundnut VRI (GN) 8 16.20 38800 2.5 60 49

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Description of the results: (one Among the Groundnut varieties assessed, CO(GN) 7 recorded the page) in addition you can use highest yield of 18.00q/ha with net return of Rs.46,000 and BCR 2.8 graphs also followed by VRI(GN) 8 with yield of 16.2 q/ha, net return of Constraints faced: Rs.38800 and BCR 2.5. The Duration of CO(GN) 7 is lesser than VRI(GN) 8 and local cultivar.

9. Feed back of the farmers CO(GN) 7 has high yield potential with pink testa. Market preference involved is higher than VRI(GN)8 as it has good taste. Rancidity of VRI(GN) 8 is faster than CO(GN)7.

10. Feed back to the scientist who The variety CO(GN)7 can be recommended for cultivation in developed the technology Kanyakumari District.

OFT -5

1 Thematic area Integrated Pest Management 2 Title : Assessment of bio formulations for Pseudo stem weevil management in banana 3 Scientists involved Dr. K.Kavitha, SMS (PL.Path) Dr.R.Latha, SMS (PBG)

4 Details of farming situation: Season : Kharif 2018 Describe the farming situation Soil Type : Sandy loam including Season, Farming situation Farming situation : Irrigated (RF/Irrigated), Soil type, fertility Soil Fertility status : Low N, Medium P and K Status, Seasonal rainfall (mm) No. Seasonal Rain fall (mm) : 710.13 of rainy days etc (about 500 words) No. of rainy days :41 5 Problem definition / description: High infestation of Pseudostem weevil in banana, (one paragraph) High Plant Protection input cost

Residue problems in fruits & vegetables Low productivity 6 Technology Assessed: (give full Farmers’ Practice – Pseudo stem injection with Monocrotophos details of technology as well as TO1: Foliar spray of ‘Nanma’ 5% & Pseudostem injection with farmers practice) Menma @ 5 ml (CTCRI , 2014) TO2: Leaf Axil Filling with Entomo pathogenic nematode- Heterorhabditis @ 4 cadavers/ plant at 5th ,6th and 7th MAP (KAU, 2017) 7 Critical inputs given: (along with Sl. Technology Critical inputs Qty Value No. of quantity as well as value) No. option trials 1. TO1 - - - 2. TO2 Nanma 2.0 lit 600 5 Menma 2.0 lit 600 Pseudostem 1 No. 500 injector 3. TO3 EPN - 2000 3000 Heterorhabditis cadavers 4. Field Board 1 No 100 sticker

8 Results: Technology Option No.of Yield Net B:C ratio Weevil trials (q/ha) Returns Incidence (Rs./ha) (%) Farmers Practice 408.0 319375.00 2.09 14.60 Technology 1(Foliar spray of ‘Nanma’ 5% & Pseudostem 474.0 406000.00 2.33 1.40 injection with Menma @ 5 ml (CTCRI , 2014) 5 Technology 2- Leaf Axil Filling with Entomo pathogenic 446.0 343500.00 2.06 5.60 nematode- Heterorhabditis @ 4 cadavers/ plant at 5th ,6th and 7th MAP (KAU, 2017)

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8. Description of the results: (one : Spraying of ‘Nanma’ during flower initiation stage in the page) in addition you can use graphs Psudostem and Pseudostem injection with Menma recorded also Constraints faced: 1.4 % weevil incidence which is 90.41 per cent lower than the farmers practice with higher yield of 474.0q/ha with BCR of 2.33 9. Feed back of the farmers involved : Farmers expressed that incidence of Pseudostem weevil has reduced drastically with no need of application of any insecticides. Whereas in farmers practices 2 insecticides spray is given to combat the pest incidence.. 10. Feed back to the scientist who : Concentration of Nanma formulation needs to be standardized developed the technology for different banana varieties.

OFT -6

1 Thematic area Integrated Disease Management 2 Title : Assessment of Soft rot disease management in Ginger 3 Scientists involved Dr. K.Kavitha, SMS (PL.Path), Dr.R.Latha, SMS (PBG) 4 Details of farming situation: Season : Kharif Describe the farming situation Soil Type : Sandy loam including Season, Farming Farming situation : Irrigated situation (RF/Irrigated), Soil Soil Fertility status : Low N, Medium P and K type, fertility Status, Seasonal Seasonal Rain fall (mm) : 452.43 rainfall (mm) No. of rainy days No. of rainy days :30 etc (about 500 words) 5 Problem definition / description: Low yield – 8 t/ha against the potential yield of 12 t/ha (one paragraph) Sudden mortality of plants

Occurrence of soft rot causes 26% yield reduction 6 Technology Assessed: (give full Farmers’ Practice - Repeated spray of 0.1 % carbendazim details of technology as well as TO1:Rhizome treatment with P. fluorescens @ 20g/kg rhizome farmers practice) + soil application @ 10kg/ha + pre monsoon drenching with Metalaxyl 0.1%.(TNAU, 2013) TO2:Rhizome treatment with Bacillus amyloliquefaciens @ 20g/kg rhizome + soil application @ 5kg/ha (IISR, 2015) 7 Critical inputs given: (along with Sl. Technology Critical inputs Qty Value No. quantity as well as value) No. option of trials 1. TO1 - - - 5 2. TO2 P. fluorescens 5 kg 500 Metalaxyl 500 g 1000 TO3 Bacillus 5 kg 500 3. amyloliquefaciens Field Board 1 No 100 4. sticker

8 Results: Technology Option No.of Yield Net Returns B:C Soft rot trials (q/ha) (Rs. ratio incidence inlakh./ha) (%) Farmers Practice 52.00 77640.00 1.61 24.40 Technology 1- Rhizome treatment with P. fluorescens @ 68.60 139600.00 2.06 8.40 20g/kg rhizome + soil application @ 10kg/ha + pre monsoon drenching with Metalaxyl 0.1%.(TNAU, 2013) 5 Technology 2-Rhizome treatment with Bacillus 57.80 95000.00 1.71 15.8 amyloliquefaciens @ 20g/kg rhizome + soil application @ 5kg/ha (IISR, 2015)

Description of the results: (one : Rhizome treatment and soil application with P. fluorescens page) in addition you can use graphs followed by pre monsoon drenching with Metalaxyl recorded also 8.4 percent soft rot incidence which is 65.57 per cent lower Constraints faced: than the farmers practice with higher yield of 68.6q/ha with

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BCR of 2.06 9. Feed back of the farmers involved : Farmers expressed that performance of P. fluorescens along with pre monsoon drenching with Metalaxyl is better than application of Bacillus amyloliquefaciens alone 10. Feed back to the scientist who : -. developed the technology

OFT -7

1 Thematic area : Varietal Evaluation 2 Title : Assessment of suitable Bhendi hybrids for Kanyakumari District 3 Scientists involved : Dr.P.Prasanna Kumar, TA(Hort.) and Dr.R.Latha, SMS(PBG) 4 Details of farming : Season : Summer 2018 situation: Describe the Soil Type : Sandy loam farming situation including Farming situation : Irrigated Season, Farming situation (RF/Irrigated), Soil type, Soil Fertility status : Low N, Medium P and Low K fertility Status, Seasonal Seasonal Rain fall (mm) : 48.2 rainfall (mm) No. of rainy No. of rainy days : 9 days etc (about 500 words) 5 Problem definition / :  Poor germination of seeds description: (one  Flowers and buds drop before pods set paragraph)  Holes in pods & Deformed pods.

 Low yield 6 Technology Assessed: (give : Farmers practice -Local Variety full details of technology as TO1 –TNAU Bhendi Hybrid Co 4 (TNAU, 2016) well as farmers practice) TO2 –Arka Nikita (IIHR,2017) 7 Critical inputs given: (along : S. No. Name Quantity Total Cost (Rs.) with quantity as well as value) 1. TNAU Bhendi Hybrid Co 4 250 g 750 2. IIHR vegetable special 1 Kg 200 3. Arka Nikita 250 g 750 4. IIHR vegetable special 1 Kg 200 5. Field Board sticker 1 No 100 Total 2000

8 Results: Crop is in Vegetative stage Table : Performance of the technology * Other performance indicators: such as pest intensity, weed population, test weight, duration etc

9. Feed back of the farmers : involved 10. Feed back to the scientist who : developed the technology

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OFT -8

1 Thematic area : Varietal Evaluation

2 Title : Assessment of suitable Tapioca varieties for Kanyakumari District

3 Scientists involved : Dr.P.Prsanna Kumar and Dr.R.Latha, SMS(PBG)

4 Details of farming : Season : Summer 2019 situation: Describe the Soil Type : Sandy loam farming situation including Season, Farming situation Farming situation : Rainfed (RF/Irrigated), Soil type, Soil Fertility status : Low N, P and K fertility Status, Seasonal rainfall (mm) No. of rainy Seasonal Rain fall (mm) : 48.2 days etc (about 500 words) No. of rainy days : 9

5 Problem definition / :  Low yield description: (one paragraph)  Low Starch Content  Incidence of Cassava Mosaic disease  Incidence of Cercospora Leaf spot Lack of ideal variety for Kanyakumari district

6 Technology Assessed: (give : Farmers practice –Local Variety (Lakshmi vellai and kariyilai full details of technology as porian) well as farmers practice) TO1 – YTP1(TNAU -2014) TO2 – Sree Pavithra(CTCRI-2017)

7 Critical inputs given: (along : S. No. Name Quantity Total Cost (Rs.) with quantity as well as value) 1. Setts-YTP1 1700 1700

2. Setts- Sree Pavithra 1700 1700

3. Field Sticker 1 100

Total 3500

8 Results: Crop is in Vegetative stage Table : Performance of the technology * Other performance indicators: such as pest intensity, weed population, test weight, duration etc

9. Feed back of the farmers : involved

10. Feed back to the scientist who : developed the technology

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OFT -9 1 Thematic area : Breed Evaluation

2 Title : Assessment of suitable poultry bird for Backyard poultry

3 Scientists involved : Dr.P.Prasanna Kumar, TA(Hort.) and Dr.R.Latha, SMS(PBG)

4 Details of farming situation: : - Describe the farming situation including Season, Farming situation (RF/Irrigated), Soil type, fertility Status, Seasonal rainfall (mm) No. of rainy days etc (about 500 words)

5 Problem definition / :  Higher production cost description: (one paragraph)  Low body weight gain

 Low egg production

6 Technology Assessed: (give : Farmers practice –Local Breeds full details of technology as TO1 –TANUVAS Aseel (2017) well as farmers practice) TO2 – Grama priya (DPR, 2015)

7 Critical inputs given: (along : S. No. Name Quantity Total Cost (Rs.) with quantity as well as value) 1. Aseel Chicks 25 Nos 1000

2. Chick feeds 7.5 kg 375

3. Grama priya- Chicks 25 Nos 100

4. Chick feeds 7.5 kg 375

5. Field Board sticker 1 No 100

Total 2850

8 Results: Chicks are one month old. Table : Performance of the technology * Other performance indicators: such as pest intensity, weed population, test weight, duration etc

9. Feed back of the farmers involved

10. Feed back to the scientist who developed the technology

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OFT – 10 1 Thematic area : Food Processing 2 Title : Assessment of Mango fruit bar 3 Scientists involved : Dr. Cissie Theeblyn David 4 Details of farming situation: : In Kanyakumari district, mango is being grown in homesteads and in Describe the farming situation orchards and is made available throughout the year. Inspite of the including Season, Farming enormous production, farmers lack remunerative return with low situation (RF/Irrigated), Soil pricing for their produce during season during to lack of proper post- type, fertility Status, Seasonal rainfall (mm) No. of rainy harvest handling and processing techniques for value addition. days etc (about 500 words) 5 Problem definition / : Less utilization of mango inspite of enormous production and lack of description: (one paragraph) ready to eat Mango foods 6 Technology Assessed: (give : Normal Practice: Mango pulp full details of technology as TO1- Mango+ mixed fruit pulp, TO2 – Mango+papaya, well as farmers practice) TO3 – Mango+soyprotein 7 Critical inputs given: (along : with quantity as well as value) Sl. Techn Critical inputs Qty Value No. of No ology trials option 1 TO1 Mango + mixed fruit pulp 10 kg 300 5 Sugar 4 kg 180 Food grade preservatives 1 No 50 (KMS and CA) 2 TO2 Mango + Papaya pulp 10 kg 250 Sugar 4 kg 180 Food grade preservatives 50 g 50 (KMS and CA) 3 TO3 Mango + soy protein 10kg 200 Sugar 4 kg 180 Food grade preservatives 50 g 50 (KMS and CA)

8 Results: Table : Performance of the technology Technology Option No.of Yield Net B:C Data on Other performance trials (/10kg raw Returns/ ratio indicators* material) 10kg (Rs.) Normal Practice 1.3 kg 1250.00 1.21 Sensory evaluation scoring (%)-87 TO1: Mango+ mixed fruit 1.95 kg 1462.50 1.72 Sensory evaluation scoring (%)-89 pulp 5 TO2: Mango+Papaya 2.90 kg 2900.00 2.08 Sensory evaluation scoring (%)-97 TO3: Mango+soyprotein 1.95 kg 1987.50 1.56 Sensory evaluation scoring (%)-78

Description of the results: (one Mango fruit bar was processed by blending mango with papaya, soy page) in addition you can use protein isolate and tested for its acceptability graphs also Constraints faced: Sensory attributes using five point hedoic scale gave maximum scoring for mango blended with papaya with respect to all the sensory parameters (Colour, lavor, texture, taste and over all acceptability)than soy protein isolate though nutri dense followed by T1. Shelf life study revealed the product to stay palatable with good quality sensory attributes upto 6 months in vacuum pack followed by MPP and Poly olefin wrap under room temperature (26o C). 9. Feed back of the farmers The consumer preference for Mango+Papaya was highly acceptable involved followed by Mango+ mixed fruit pulp than Mango+ soy protein isolate 10. Feed back to the scientist who Consumer preference scoring need to be considered as prime factor developed the technology through nutrient enrichment and considering the cost of production on a pilot scale

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3.d. FRONTLINE DEMONSTRATION a. Follow-up of FLDs implemented during previous years

S. Crop/ Thematic Area* Technology demonstrated Details of popularization methods Horizontal spread of No Enterprise suggested to the Extension system technology No. of No. of Area villages farmers in ha 1 Banana Integrated pest• Demonstration of Pseudostem weevil management in • Method Demonstrations in 30 850 1500 management banana farmers holding • Swabing cut surface of banana pseudostem with 20g of • Trainings (On and Off campus Beauveria bassiana mode) • Pseudo-stem injection (150 ml of Monocrotophos with • Discussions 350 ml of water) and injection @ 4 ml in the • Zonal messages Pseudostem at monthly interval from 5th to 8th month • Radio messages • Spraying of ‘Nanma’ (2.5 %) during flower initiation • Live programme through AIR stage in the Psudostem and Pseudostem injection with Menma (5ml/p). • KMAS 2 Rice Integrated crop Demonstration IWM practices in Direct sown rice TPS5 • Method Demonstrations in 72 2450 2227 Management in  Short duration variety TPS 5 farmers holding Rice  Application of preemergence and early post • Trainings (On and Off campus premergemce herbicides @700 ml/ac mode) • Discussions • Zonal messages • Radio messages • Live programme through AIR • KMAS * Thematic areas as given in Table 3.1 (A1 and A2)

KVK-Kanyakumari-APR-2018-19 30 b. Details of FLDs implemented during the current year (Information is to be furnished in the following three tables for each category i.e. cereals, horticultural crops, oilseeds, pulses, cotton and commercial crops.)

Source Reasons for No. of farmers/ Sl. Season and of funds Area (ha) shortfall in Crop Thematic area Technology Demonstrated demonstration No. year achievement Proposed Actual SC/ST Others Total 1 Rice Integrated crop Demonstration of rice variety MGR Rabi 2018 ICAR 4 4 5 5 10 - management 100(CO-52) in Kanyakumari District 2 Rice Integrated Weed Demonstration of IWM practices in Direct Kharif 2018 ICAR 4 4 1 9 10 Management sown rice 3 Rice Integrated crop Demonstration of Ecofriendly pest and Rabi 2018 ICAR 4 4 2 8 10 - management disease management practices in organic Rice 4 Tapioca Varietal Demonstration of short duration tapioca Kharif 2018 ICAR 4 4 1 9 10 - evaluation variety Hraswa 5 Amaranthus Horticulture Demonstration on PLR-1 Amaranthus Rabi, 2018 ICAR 4 4 2 8 10 - in Banana based cropping system 6 Banana Integrated Integrated Nutrient Management for Kharif 2018 ICAR 4 4 1 9 10 - Nutrient Nendran Banana in acid soil management 7 Pepper Integrated disease Demonstration of foot rot disease Kharif 2018 ICAR 4 4 10 - 10 - management management in pepper 8 Tuberose Integrated disease Demonstration of tuber rot and wilt Kharif 2018 ICAR 4 4 2 8 10 - management management in tuberose 9 Fodder crops Integrated crop Demonstration of Multicut fodder Rabi 2018 ICAR 4 4 0 10 10 management sorghum CSV33MF 10 Fodder crops Fodder Demonstration of Green fodder Production Summer ICAR - - 10 - 10 production through Hydroponic Technique 2019 11 Fodder crops Fodder Demonstration of Mixed fodder cultivation Rabi 2018 ICAR 0.4 0.4 1 9 10 production under Coconut garden 12 Vegetables Nutrition garden Demonstration on homestead nutrition Rabi, 2018 ICAR 0.04 0.04 2 8 10 - garden

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Details of farming situation

Status of soil (kg/ha) Crop

days

Season

Farming Farming type Soil

situation situation Seasonal

No. of rainy rainy No. of

N P K date Sowing

Harvest Harvest date

rainfall (mm) rainfall

Previous crop Previous

(RF/Irrigated) Rice Rabi Irrigated Sandy Clay loam 146 – 180 09 – 20 100 - 117 Rice 29.10.2018 15.03.2019 612.74 28 Rice Kharif Irrigated Sandy Clay loam 219 – 258 10 – 14 90 - 130 Blackgram 26.06.2018 07.11.2018 228.80 31 Rice Rabi Irrigated Clay loam 274 - 313 07 - 10 31 – 54 Rice 28.09.2018 15.02.2019 612.74 28 Tapioca Kharif Rainfed Red Soil 161 - 304 08 - 13 67 – 203 Tapioca 28.12.2018 - 80.80 25 Amaranthus Rabi Irrigated Alluvial 176 - 280 08 - 13 57 – 119 Banana/Tapioca 04.08.2018 24.08.2018 39.33 5 Banana Kharif Irrigated Sandy loam 119- 138 13 – 16 63 – 88 Banana 15.05.2018 11.02.2019 841.54 41 Pepper Kharif Irrigated Sandy loam 119 - 186 05 - 9 176 – 238 Pepper Existing crop 25.12.2018 3463.40 172 Tuberose Kharif Irrigated Sandy loam 123 - 192 07 - 16 67 – 231 Tuberose Existing crop 29.03.2019 841.54 41 Fodder crops Rabi Irrigated Sandy loam 203 - 228 07 - 12 96 - 130 Coconut Garden 05.10.2018 05.12.2018 – 900.25 46 First Harvest (Subsequent Harvest in 30 days interval) Fodder crops Summer Irrigated - - - - Fallow 15.04.2019 22.04.2019 subsequent harvests once in 7-8 days. Fodder crops Rabi Irrigated Sandy loam 162 - 201 10 - 13 108 - 128 Coconut Garden 23.11.2017 19.02.2019 46 subsequent 900.25 harvests once in 40 days. Vegetables Rabi Irrigaged Sandy loam 176 – 319 10 - 14 96 - 137 Home garden 04.08.2018 24.10.2018 228.80 31

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Technical Feedback on the demonstrated technologies

S. No Feed Back 1  CO 52 Rice varietyproduced higher yield (61.3 q/ha) which is 1.66% more than TPS 3  Seed treatment, seedling rot dip and foliar spray of P. fluorescens generally improved the crop vigour  Application of Pre-emergence herbicide (Pretilachlor)is effective in controlling weed  Time bound fertilizer recommendation led to increase the number of productive tillers  Application of ZnSo4 @ 25kg/ha increased yield potential of Rice variety 2  Application of Early post emergence (EPOE) herbicide Byspyripac sodium effectively controlled the weed infestations (70%) in rice fields  Minimized the number of labours for hand weeding 3  Seed treatment , Seedling root dip enhanced the germination and growth of seedlings  Release of the egg parasitoid, Trichogramma japonicumat weekly interval for 3 times from 30th DAS reduced the stem borer incidence  Use of pheromone trap for Yellow stem borer enhanced the adult moth catches  Foliar spray with Pseudomonas fluorescence improved the general health of plant with no incidence any diseases  Adoption of all organic practices increased the yield than farmers practices. 4  Average yield (q/ha) was 5.25 with 2.25% increase in yield and net return of Rs. 201462/- 5  Introduction of PLR1 yield potentiality was far less (64 .9 kg/month) when compared to the check with less consumer preference with reference to tasted and flavour and less societal preference for the variety 6  Application of Dolomite reduced soil acidity and enhanced nutrient uptake  Soil test based application of N:P:K in six splits in 1-6 months enhanced the yield  Foliar nutrition of IIHR Banana special increased the finger size and Bunch weight 7  Soil application of T.harzianum enriched in FYM and pre monsoon Soil drenching with Ridomil MZ and foliar sprayt of Ridomil after monsoon effectively reduced the foot rot incidence.  Foliar application of power mix enhanced the fruit setting. 8  Bulb treatment with P.lilacinus + T. viride + P. fluorescens followed by Soil application and Foliar application enhanced the yield with reduction in tuber rot and wilt incidence 9  Intercropping in coconut garden was preferred since sole cropping of fodder is not preferred by the famers in Kanyakumari District.  It also reduces weed growth in coconut garden  Vigorous Growth and high fodder yield in CSV 33 MF  Ratoon crop growth and yield in all harvests after first harvest is also high 10  The growth of maize and horse gram is faster in hydroponic which yield 7-10 kg of green fodder yield in a single tray in 7-8 days.  It is highly nutritious, palatability and easy digestible enhance the growth of cattle and increased the milk yield  Hydroponic technique is found suitable for the production of green fodder during lean season for cattle rearing 11  Shade loving green fodder guinea grass grown well as Intercrop in Coconut garden.  Mixed fodder crops (Guinea grass +Velimasal) supplies both carbohydrates and proteins enhances the cattle growth and milk yield .  Dense foliage and quick grown fodder crops inhibits the weeds populations in coconut garden.

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12  Additional income generated (per year) showed 82.01% increase with per capita consumption hike of 39.5%,%money saving towards vegetable purchase of 88.8% , nutritional knowledge gained showed 46.37% increase and net return of Rs. 5877/ harvest

Farmers’ reactions on specific technologies

S. No Feed Back 1  CO 52 Rice variety is preferred rather TPS 3.  TPS 3 variety is very old and the yield potential is much reduced.  CO 52 Rice fetches lesser price than TPS 3as it is a fine grain variety. 2  Early post emergence (EPOE) herbicide Byspyripac sodium effectively controlled the weed infestations in rice fields.  Timely application of herbicide minimized the number of labours for hand weeding and reduced the cost of cultivation. 3  Seed treatment with Pseudomonas fluorescence is very easy rather than seedling root dip.  Foliar spray with Pseudomonas fluorescence gave luxiuous green growth in the crop  Stem borer incidence was reduced due to the timely release of egg parasitoid and installation of pheromone traps 4  Yield potential of Hraswa was good with good consumer preference and even less cost of cultivation than traditional varieties 5  Though yield potential of PLR-1 was good and being short duration crop, the consumer preference was far behind the traditional red variety 6  The plants are healthy with dark green leafs due to the application of Dolomite  Split application of fertilizer as suggested increased the yield  Uniform bunch emergence and maturity was observed due to the application of IIHR Banana special  Application of Banana special leads to the production of fingers of same size even in the last hand of the bunch which inturn increases finger size and bunch weight 7  Foliar application of power mix enhanced the fruit set with reduction in chaffiness. The performance of integrated approached reduced the foot rot incidence in pepper 8  Soil application of P.lilacinus + T. viride + P. fluorescens enriched in FYM at monthly interval gave luxiuous green growth in the crop. In addition the flower quality was enhanced which enhanced the flower weight 9  CSV 33 MF Fodder sorghum is a suitable crop for intercropping inCoconut  Intercropping in coconut reduces weed growth in coconut garden  Continuous availability of Green fodder satisfies cattle feed requirement  Cattle prefers the fodder and Digestibility is good  Natural green fodder to cattle led to high milk yield 10  Hydroponic green fodder is highly nutritious, palatability and easy digestible enhance the growth of cattle and increased the milk yield. This technique is found suitable for the production of green fodder during lean season for cattle rearing 11  Mixed fodder crops (Guinea grass +Velimasal) supplies both carbohydrates and proteins enhances the cattle growth and milk yield.  Dense foliage and quick grown fodder crops inhibits the weeds populations in coconut garden. 12  Per capita intake has increased due to the instant availability of vegetables within accessible limit (homestead) and beneficiaries had the satisfaction of quality assured vegetables growing organically within the existing resources available

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Extension and Training activities under FLD No. of activities Number of Remarks Sl.No. Activity Date organised participants 1) Demonstration of rice variety MGR 100(CO-52) in Kanyakumari District 1 Field day - - - - 2 Farmers Training 2 17.10.2018 29 On campus-Integrated crop management in rice 19.11.2018 15 Off campus- Integrated crop management in rice

3 Media coverage 6 29.05.2018 3410 KMAS-Rice seed treatment with Pseudomonas 05.06.2018 3411 KMAS – Seed treatment with Biofertilizers in rice 17.07.2018 14755 KMAS - Rice stem borer management 20.08.2018 3404 KMAS - Grain discolouration management 15.10.2018 3419 KMAS-Rice seed treatment with Pseudomonas 24.10.2018 3419 KMAS - Rice varieties suitable for Kumbapoo season 4 Training for extension functionaries 1 08.08.2017 32 New Rice varieties and their special attributes (Zonal message)

2) Demonstration of IWM practices in Direct sown rice 1 Field Day 2 Farmers Training 3 28.06.2018 15 Off campus training- IWM in direct sown rice 10.12.2018 23 On campus training- ICM in direct sown rice 19.02.2019 13 Off campus training- IWM in direct sown rice 3 Media coverage 5 01.06.2018 3411 KMAS- Soil test based fertilizer application in Rice 05.06.2018 3411 KMAS – Seed treatment with Biofertilizers in rice 19.06.2018 3411 KMAS – Application of DAP in nursery 17.07.2018 14756 KMAS -Weed Management in Rice 26.11.2018 3411 KMAS - Application of ZnSo4 to reduce Zinc deficiency 4 Training for extension functionaries 2 12.06.2018 32 Nursery management, INM &IWM in Rice (Zonal message) 11.12.2018 32 Weed management in rice (Zonal message) 3) Demonstration of organic cultivation practices for traditional rice variety - Kochisamba 1 Field days 1 11.02.2019 13 Field day 2 Farmers Training 3 18.09.2018 21 Off campus training- Ecofriendly pest and disease management 29.11.2018 29 in organic rice 11.02.2019 13 On campus- Organic rice cultivation Off campus training- Organic rice cultivation 3 Media coverage 2 21.08.2018 3404 KMAS- Grain discoloration management 18.12.2018 AIR live farmers interaction programme- Integrated crop protection in Kumapoo season 4 Training for extension functionaries 1 11.09.2018 32 Integrated Disease Management in Rice.

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4) Demonstration of short duration tapioca variety Hraswa 1 Field days - - - 2 Farmers Training 3 10.09.2018 10. On campus Training on commercial production of value 05.01.2018 23 added products from tapioca 02.03.2018 26 Off campus Training on short duration tapioca variety Hraswa Off campus Training on short duration tapioca variety Hraswa 3 Media coverage - 4 Training for extension functionaries - 5) Demonstration of PLR-1 Amaranthus in Banana based cropping system 1 Field days - 2 Farmers Training 3 24.08.2018 11 On campus on organic cultivation of green leafy vegetables 30.07.2018 22 Of f campus on organic cultivation of green leafy vegetables 29.05.2018 14 Of f campus on organic cultivation of green leafy vegetables 3 Media coverage - 4 Training for extension functionaries - 6) Integrated Nutrient Management for Nendran Banana in acid soil 1 Field days - 2 Farmers Training 3 24.05.2018 16 Off campus Training on Banana varieties and their Cultivation 05.09.2018 25 Off campus Training on Integrated Nutrient Management 06.08.2018 35 On Campus Training on ICM in Banana 3 Media coverage - 4 Training for extension functionaries - 12.06.2018 26 Extension Functionaries training on Liquid Biofertilizers 7) Demonstration of foot rot disease management in pepper 1 Field days 1 25.12.2018 17 Field day 2 Farmers Training 3 01.08.2018 15 Off campus training- Integrated Disease management in Pepper 9.8.2018 17 Off campus training- Integrated Disease management in Pepper 14.09.2018 35 On campus training- ICM in pepper 3 Media coverage 1 12.09.2018 3411 KMAS about On campus training of ICM in pepper 4 Training for extension functionaries - 8) Demonstration of tuber rot and wilt management in tuberose 1 Field days - 2 Farmers Training 3 26.07.2018 22 Off campus training- Integrated Disease management in Tube 7.8.2018 41 rose 6.12.2018 26 3 Media coverage 21.08.2018 AIR- Interview Integrated crop Management in Tuberose 4 Training for extension functionaries 9) Demonstration of Multicut fodder sorghum CSV33MF 1 Field days -

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2 Farmers Training 2 20.11.2018 15 Off Campus Training on multicut fodder sorghum verities and 27.11.2018 24 their special traits On Campus Training on production technologies of forage crops 3 Media coverage - 4 Training for extension functionaries - 10) Demonstration of green fodder production through Hydroponic technique 1 Field days - 2 Farmers Training 2 28.03.2018 26 On campus training- Fodder production and feed management 30.11.2018 26 in livestock Off campus training- Cultivation of mixed fodder in coconut garden

3 Media coverage 1 22.08.2018 Mass AIR programme – Hydroponic green fodder production technology

4 Training for extension functionaries 1 08.05.2018 32 Hydroponic fodder cultivation (Zonal message)

11) Demonstration of Mixed fodder under Coconut gardens 1 Field days - 2 Farmers Training 2 28.03.2018 26 On campus training- Fodder production and feed management 30.11.2018 26 in livestock Off campus training- Cultivation of mixed fodder in coconut garden

3 Media coverage 2 22.04.2019 Mass AIR programme – Cultivation of mixed fodder as intercrop under coconut garden 30.04.2019 3411 KMAS about Mixed green fodder as intercrop in coconut garden 4 Training for extension functionaries -- 12) Demonstration on homestead nutrition garden 1 Field days - - - 2 Farmers Training 3 10.01.2019 12 On campus training on nutrition garden 28.06.2018 13 Off campus training on nutrition garden 11.09.2018 14 Off campus training on nutrition garden 3 Media coverage - 4 Training for extension functionaries -

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Performance of Frontline demonstrations

Frontline demonstrations on crops

Name of the Yield (q/ha) % Increase Economics of demonstration Economics of check Thematic technology Variety/ Hybrid No. of Area in yield (Rs./ha) (Rs./ha) Crop Area demonstrated Domo Check Farmers (ha) Demo Chec Gross Gross Net BCR Gross Gross Net BCR High Low Average k Cost Return Return (R/C) Cost Return Return (R/C) Pulses

Oilseeds

Cereals Rice Integrat Demonstratio CO 52 TPS 3 10 4 64 60 61.3 60.3 1.66 36700 91950 55250 2.51 37200 96480 59280 2.59 ed crop n of rice manage variety MGR ment 100(CO-52) in Kanyakumari District Rice Weed Demonstration of TPS5 ASD16 10 4 60 57 58.5 49 19.40 37800 95265 57465 2.53 42000 81400 39400 1.94 Manageme IWM practices in nt in direct direct sown rice sown rice Rice Integrated Demonstratio Kochisa Kochisam 10 4 45.9 41.5 43.55 32.62 33.50 48100 98162 50062 2.04 45000 73677 28677 1.63 crop n of mba/ ba/ manageme Ecofriendly TPS3 TPS3 nt pest and disease management practices in organic Rice Commercial crops Tapioca Variety Demonstration of Hraswa Kariyilaip 10 4 170 150 150 120 33.33 84500 240000 155500 2.84 92000 180000 88000 1.96 short duration orian tapioca variety Hraswa Millets

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Name of the Yield (q/ha) % Increase Economics of demonstration Economics of check Thematic technology Variety/ Hybrid No. of Area in yield (Rs./ha) (Rs./ha) Crop Area demonstrated Domo Check Farmers (ha) Demo Chec Gross Gross Net BCR Gross Gross Net BCR High Low Average k Cost Return Return (R/C) Cost Return Return (R/C) Vegetables Vegetable Variety Demonstration on PLR-1 - 10 4 125 110 117.5 80 46.87 48000 125000 77000 2.60 43600 84700 41100 1.94 crop PLR-1 Amaranthus in Banana based cropping system

Fruits Banana Integrated Integrated Nendran Farmers 10 4 410 320 360 335 7.46 550000 144000 890000 2.62 515000 117250 657500 2.28 Nutrient Nutrient Dolomit Practice ( 0 0 manageme Management e 3 Split nt for Nendran applicati doses of on N:P:K,onl Banana in acid y ) soil Six split applicati on of N:P:K Foliar Nutritio n of IIHR Banana Special Plantation crops

Spices and condiments Integrated Demonstration of Karimun Karimund 10 4 5.20 4.20 4.61 3.22 43.16 51659 138210 86550 2.68 48549 96750 48200 1.99 disease foot rot disease da a manageme management in nt pepper

Flowers Integrated Demonstration of Local Local 10 4 205.5 175. 190.7 150.7 26.50 401050 857925 456875 2.14 348380 602640 254260 1.73 disease tuber rot and wilt 6 manageme management in nt tuberose

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Name of the Yield (q/ha) % Increase Economics of demonstration Economics of check Thematic technology Variety/ Hybrid No. of Area in yield (Rs./ha) (Rs./ha) Crop Area demonstrated Domo Check Farmers (ha) Demo Chec Gross Gross Net BCR Gross Gross Net BCR High Low Average k Cost Return Return (R/C) Cost Return Return (R/C)

Fodder Green Demonstration of CSV33 COFS 29 10 4 2300 1740 2150 1830 17.48 185000 430000 245000 2.32 180000 366000 186000 2.03 crops fodder Multicut fodder MF crops as sorghum intercrop CSV33MF coconut garden Fodder Hydroponic Demonstration of Maize + Native 10 - 2485 2410 2447.5 1905 28.4 47850 97900 50050 2.05 41150 76200 35050 1.85 crops green green fodder Horsegr Grass fodder production am production through Hydroponic technique Fodder Green Demonstration of Guineag Cumbu 10 0.4 1540 1330 1435 1125 27.55 145000 287000 142000 1.98 130000 225000 95000 1.73 crops fodder Mixed fodder rass Napier crops as cultivation under CO(GG) CO(BN) 4 intercrop in Coconut garden 3 + coconut Desmant garden hus

* Economics to be worked out based total cost of production per unit area and not on critical inputs alone. ** BCR= GROSS RETURN/GROSS COST

FLD on Livestock - Nil

FLD on Fisheries - Nil

FLD on Other enterprises - Nil

FLD on Women Empowerment-Nil

FLD on Farm Implements and Machinery -Nil

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FLD on Other Enterprise: Kitchen Gardening

Category and Thematic Name of the No. of No. of Per capita consumption % Addition income Economics of demonstration Economics of check Crop area technology Farme Units change generated (Rs./ha) (Rs./ha) demonstrated r in yield Demons Check Demo Check Gross Gross Net BCR Gross Gross Net BCR ration Cost Return Return (R/C) Cost Return Return (R/C)

Vegetables Nutrition Demonstratio 10 10 48g 29 g 65.0 27.8% 5% 1560 7437 5877 4.77 150 370 220 2.47 Garden n of Homestead Nutrition Garden

FLD on Demonstration details on crop hybrids (Details of Hybrid FLDs implemented during 2018-19) - Nil

FLDs conducted with the funding of other sources including CFLD/ATMA/NABARD/other ICAR institutes etc - Nil

FLD on Livestock - Nil

FLD on Fisheries - Nil

FLD on Other enterprises - Nil

FLD on Women Empowerment- Nil

FLD on Farm Implements and Machinery - Nil

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4. Training Programmes

Farmers’ Training including sponsored training programmes (on campus) Thematic area No. of Participants courses Others SC/ST Grand Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total I Crop Production Weed Management 1 4 19 23 0 0 0 4 19 23 Cropping Systems 1 9 13 22 0 0 0 9 13 22 Seed production 1 22 60 82 0 4 4 22 64 86 Nursery management 1 9 15 24 0 5 5 9 20 29 Integrated Crop Management Soil & water conservatioin 1 1 10 11 0 0 0 1 10 11 Integrated nutrient management 1 15 11 26 3 0 3 18 11 29 Total 6 60 128 188 3 9 12 63 137 200 II Horticulture a) Vegetable Crops Total (a) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 b) Fruits Total (b) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 c) Ornamental Plants Export potential of ornamental plants 1 19 18 37 2 2 4 21 20 41 Total ( c) 1 19 18 37 2 2 4 21 20 41 d) Plantation crops

Total (d) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 e) Tuber crops Production and Management technology 1 1 5 6 0 4 4 1 9 10 Total (e) 1 1 5 6 0 4 4 1 9 10 f) Spices Production and Management technology 1 13 14 27 0 8 8 13 22 35 Total (f) 1 13 14 27 0 8 8 13 22 35 g) Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Total (g) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 GT (a-g) 3 33 37 70 2 14 16 35 51 86 III Soil Health and Fertility Management Management of Problematic 1 13 22 35 0 0 0 13 22 35 soils Total 1 13 22 35 0 0 0 13 22 35 IV Livestock Production and Management Disease Management Feed & fodder technology 1 5 19 24 0 0 0 5 19 24 Total 1 5 19 24 0 0 0 5 19 24 V Home Science/Women empowerment Processing and cooking 1 0 5 5 0 0 0 0 5 5 Total 1 0 5 5 0 0 0 0 5 5 VI Agril. Engineering Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 VII Plant Protection Integrated Disease 1 0 15 15 0 5 5 0 20 20 Management Bio-control of pests and 1 11 17 28 0 8 8 11 25 36

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Thematic area No. of Participants courses Others SC/ST Grand Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total diseases Total 2 11 32 43 0 13 13 11 45 56 VIII Fisheries Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 IX Production of Inputs at site Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X CapacityBuilding and Group Dynamics Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 XI Agro-forestry Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 GRAND TOTAL 14 122 243 365 5 36 41 127 279 406

Farmers’ Training including sponsored training programmes (off campus) Thematic area No. of Participants courses Others SC/ST Grand Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total I Crop Production Weed Management 3 38 19 57 0 0 0 38 19 57 Resource Conservation Technologies 1 8 7 15 1 0 1 9 7 16 Crop Diversification 2 23 5 28 2 0 2 25 5 30 Seed production 1 5 17 22 0 0 0 5 17 22 Integrated Crop Management 2 2 4 6 7 15 22 9 19 28 Integrated nutrient management 1 2 13 15 0 0 0 2 13 15 Production of organic inputs 1 11 0 11 0 2 2 11 2 13 Total 11 89 65 154 10 17 27 99 82 181 II Horticulture a) Vegetable Crops Production of low value and high valume crops 2 14 22 36 0 0 0 14 22 36 Total (a) 2 14 22 36 0 0 0 14 22 36 b) Fruits

Total (b) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 c) Ornamental Plants Nursery Management 2 22 5 27 2 7 9 24 12 36 Export potential of ornamental plants 2 14 6 20 7 8 15 21 14 35 Propagation techniques of Ornamental Plants 2 22 9 31 9 7 16 31 16 47 Total ( c) 6 58 20 78 18 22 40 76 42 118 d) Plantation crops Total (d) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 e) Tuber crops Production and Management technology 2 15 20 35 0 0 0 15 20 35 Total (e) 2 15 20 35 0 0 0 15 20 35 f) Spices Production and Management technology 1 0 0 0 8 9 17 8 9 17 Total (f) 1 0 0 0 8 9 17 8 9 17 g) Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Total (g) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 GT (a-g) 11 87 62 149 26 31 57 113 93 206 III Soil Health and Fertility Management

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Thematic area No. of Participants courses Others SC/ST Grand Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Integrated Nutrient Management 1 9 3 12 1 2 3 10 5 15 Management of Problematic soils 1 6 16 22 0 2 2 6 18 24 Total 2 15 19 34 1 4 5 16 23 39 IV Livestock Production and Management Animal Nutrition Management 1 4 22 26 0 0 0 4 22 26 Disease Management Feed & fodder technology 1 2 13 15 0 0 0 2 13 15 Total 2 6 35 41 0 0 0 6 35 41 V Home Science/Women empowerment Household food security by kitchen gardening and nutrition gardening 2 15 12 27 0 0 0 15 12 27 Processing and cooking 2 5 15 20 0 0 0 5 15 20 Value addition 3 7 29 36 0 0 0 7 29 36 Total 7 27 56 83 0 0 0 27 56 83 VI Agril. Engineering Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 VII Plant Protection Integrated Pest Management 1 13 16 29 4 0 4 17 16 33 Integrated Disease Management 3 11 30 41 9 13 22 20 43 63 Bio-control of pests and diseases 3 44 16 60 0 1 1 44 17 61 Total 7 68 62 130 13 14 27 81 76 157 VIII Fisheries Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 IX Production of Inputs at site Apiculture 1 21 30 51 0 0 0 21 30 51 Total 1 21 30 51 0 0 0 21 30 51 X Capacity Building and Group Dynamics Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 XI Agro-forestry Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 GRAND TOTAL 41 313 329 642 50 66 116 363 395 758

Farmers’ Training including sponsored training programmes – CONSOLIDATED (On + Off campus) Thematic area No. of Participants courses Others SC/ST Grand Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total I Crop Production Weed Management 4 42 38 80 0 0 0 42 38 80 Resource Conservation Technologies 1 8 7 15 1 0 1 9 7 16 Cropping Systems Crop Diversification 3 32 18 50 2 0 2 34 18 52 Seed production 2 27 77 104 0 4 4 27 81 108 Nursery management Integrated Crop Management 3 11 19 30 7 20 27 18 39 57 Integrated nutrient management 2 3 23 26 0 0 0 3 23 26 Production of organic inputs 2 26 11 37 3 2 5 29 13 42 Total 17 149 193 342 13 26 39 162 219 381 II Horticulture

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Thematic area No. of Participants courses Others SC/ST Grand Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total a) Vegetable Crops Production of low value and high valume crops 2 14 22 36 0 0 0 14 22 36 Total (a) 2 14 22 36 0 0 0 14 22 36 b) Fruits

Total (b) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 c) Ornamental Plants Nursery Management 2 22 5 27 2 7 9 24 12 36 Export potential of ornamental plants 3 33 24 57 9 10 19 42 34 76 Propagation techniques of Ornamental Plants 2 22 9 31 9 7 16 31 16 47 Total ( c) 7 77 38 115 20 24 44 97 62 159 d) Plantation crops Total (d) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 e) Tuber crops Production and Management technology 3 16 25 41 0 4 4 16 29 45 Total (e) 3 16 25 41 0 4 4 16 29 45 f) Spices Production and Management technology 2 13 14 27 8 17 25 21 31 52 Total (f) 2 13 14 27 8 17 25 21 31 52 g) Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Total (g) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 GT (a-g) 14 120 99 219 28 45 73 148 144 292 III Soil Health and Fertility Management Integrated Nutrient Management 1 9 3 12 1 2 3 10 5 15 Production and use of organic inputs Management of Problematic soils 2 19 38 57 0 2 2 19 40 59 Total 3 28 41 69 1 4 5 29 45 74 IV Livestock Production and Management Animal Nutrition Management 1 4 22 26 0 0 0 4 22 26 Disease Management Feed & fodder technology 2 7 32 39 0 0 0 7 32 39 Total 3 11 54 65 0 0 0 11 54 65 V Home Science/Women empowerment Household food security by kitchen gardening and nutrition gardening 2 15 12 27 0 0 0 15 12 27 Processing and cooking 3 5 20 25 0 0 0 5 20 25 Value addition 3 7 29 36 0 0 0 7 29 36 Total 8 27 61 88 0 0 0 27 61 88 VI Agril. Engineering Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 VII Plant Protection Integrated Pest Management 1 13 16 29 4 0 4 17 16 33 Integrated Disease Management 4 11 45 56 9 18 27 20 63 83 Bio-control of pests and diseases 4 55 33 88 0 9 9 55 42 97 Total 9 79 94 173 13 27 40 92 121 213

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Thematic area No. of Participants courses Others SC/ST Grand Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total VIII Fisheries Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 IX Production of Inputs at site Apiculture 1 21 30 51 0 0 0 21 30 51 Total 1 21 30 51 0 0 0 21 30 51 X Capacity Building and Group Dynamics Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 XI Agro-forestry Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 GRAND TOTAL 55 435 572 1007 55 102 157 490 674 1164

Training for Rural Youths including sponsored training programmes (On campus)

No. of Participants No. of Area of training General SC/ST Grand Total Courses Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Mushroom Production 3 31 21 52 0 0 0 31 21 52 Bee-keeping 1 14 6 20 0 0 0 14 6 20 Value addition 1 8 9 17 0 3 3 8 12 20 Small scale processing 1 1 8 9 0 0 0 1 8 9 TOTAL 6 54 44 98 0 3 3 54 47 101

Training for Rural Youth including sponsored training programmes (Off campus)

No. of Participants No. of Area of training General SC/ST Grand Total Courses Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Mushroom Production 1 13 16 29 0 0 0 13 16 29 Value addition 3 20 21 41 0 1 1 20 22 42 Small scale processing 3 26 16 42 2 2 4 28 18 46 Post Harvest Technology 2 4 9 13 1 1 2 5 10 15 Tailoring and Stitching 1 0 19 19 0 0 0 0 19 19 TOTAL 10 63 81 144 3 4 7 66 85 151

Training for Rural Youths including sponsored training programmes – CONSOLIDATED) (On + Off campus)

No. of Participants No. of Area of training General SC/ST Grand Total Courses Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Mushroom Production 4 44 37 81 0 0 0 44 37 81 Bee-keeping 1 14 6 20 0 0 0 14 6 20 Value addition 4 28 30 58 0 4 4 28 34 62 Small scale processing 4 27 24 51 2 2 4 29 26 55 Post Harvest Technology 2 4 9 13 1 1 2 5 10 15 Tailoring and Stitching 1 0 19 19 0 0 0 0 19 19 TOTAL 16 117 125 242 3 7 10 120 132 252

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Training programmes for Extension Personnel including sponsored training programmes (on campus)

No. of Participants No. of Area of training Courses General SC/ST Grand Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Productivity enhancement in 1 11 7 18 3 0 3 14 7 21 field crops Integrated Pest Management 1 10 11 21 3 0 3 13 11 24 Production and use of 1 13 8 21 1 0 1 14 8 22 organic inputs TOTAL 3 34 26 60 7 0 7 41 26 67

Training programmes for Extension Personnel including sponsored training programmes (off campus) - Nil Training programmes for Extension Personnel including sponsored training programmes – CONSOLIDATED (On + Off campus)

No. of Participants No. of Area of training Courses General SC/ST Grand Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Productivity enhancement in 1 11 7 18 3 0 3 14 7 21 field crops Integrated Pest Management 1 10 11 21 3 0 3 13 11 24 Production and use of organic 1 13 8 21 1 0 1 14 8 22 inputs TOTAL 3 34 26 60 7 0 7 41 26 67

Table. Sponsored training programmes No. of No. of Participants Courses Area of training General SC/ST Grand Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Crop production and management Production and value addition Others (Mushroom grower) 1 6 14 20 0 0 0 6 14 20 Others (Bee keeper) 1 14 6 20 0 0 0 14 6 20 Total Post harvest technology and value addition Processing and value addition 9 50 65 115 3 4 7 53 69 122 Total Farm machinery Total Livestock and fisheries Total Home Science Total Agricultural Extension Total GRAND TOTAL 11 70 85 155 3 4 7 73 89 162

Name of sponsoring agencies involved 1) ARYA- ICAR 2) ASCI- ICAR

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Details of vocational training programmes carried out by KVKs for rural youth

No. of Participants No. of Area of training General SC/ST Grand Total Courses Femal Femal Male Female Total Male Total Male Total e e Crop production and management Total Post harvest technology and value addition Value addition 1 0 17 17 0 3 3 0 20 20 Total Livestock and fisheries Total Income generation activities Rural Crafts 1 3 17 20 0 0 0 3 17 20 Total Agricultural Extension Total Grand Total 2 3 34 37 0 3 3 3 37 40

5. Extension Programmes

No. of No. of No. of Extension TOT Activities programmes farmers Personnel AL Advisory Services 407 419 - 419 Diagnostic visits 23 69 18 87 Field Day 2 30 - 30 KisanGhosthi 1 101 5 106 Film Show 36 823 90 913 Self -help groups 1 12 - 12 Kisan Mela 0 0 0 0 Exhibition 7 334 72 406 Scientists' visit to farmers field 63 177 - 177 Plant/animal health camps 1 75 2 77 Method Demonstrations 43 599 - 599 Celebration of important days (World Honey - 66 bee day, Mahila Kisan Diwas ) 2 66 Special day celebration- (Awareness - 1111 programmes- Parthenium , Swatch, Vigilance) 3 1111 Exposure visits 4 43 - 43 Others (Zonal Workshop) 11 25 264 289 Total 604 3884 451 4335

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Details of other extension programmes Particulars Number Electronic Media (CD./DVD) 3 Extension Literature 2 News paper coverage 13 Popular articles 1 Radio Talks 16 TV Talks 19 Total 54

Messages sent MOBILE ADVISORY SERVICES THROUGH MKISAN PORTAL No of registered farmers: Types of Type of messages Other Messages Crop Livestock Weather Marketing Awareness enterprise Total

No of messages No of farmers No of messages No of farmers No of messages No of farmers No of messages No of farmers No of messages No of farmers No of messages No of farmers No of messages No of farmers Text only 17 57987 2 6822 5 17055 3 10233 27 92097 Total 17 2 5 3 27 Messages Total 57987 6822 17055 10233 92097 farmers Benefitted

MOBILE ADVISORY SERVICES THROUGH OTHERS–Whatsapp No of registered farmers: 132 Types of Type of messages Other Messages Crop Livestock Weather Marketing Awareness enterprise Total

s

No of messages No of farmers No of messages No of farmers No of messages No of farmers No of messages No of farmers No of messages No of farmers No of messages No of farmers No of messages No of farmer Text only 13 1716 4 528 17 2244 Total Messages 13 4 17 Total farmers Benefitted 1716 528 2244

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6. DETAILS OF TECHNOLOGY WEEK CELEBRATIONS (Nil)

7. PRODUCTION OF SEED/PLANTING MATERIAL AND BIO- PRODUCTS

Production of seeds by the KVKs (give quantity of seed in quintals only ) Seed produced Seed supplied to farmers Seed supplied to Enterpr Name of Varie Free seed Priced seed ise crop ty Quantity Value other agencies (q) (Rs) Quantity No of Value Quantity No of Value Quantity Value (q) farmers (Rs) (q) farmers (Rs) (q) (Rs) CEREA LS TPS - 34.7 88320 - - - 34.7 105 88320 - - Paddy 5 Total 34.7 88320 - - - 34.7 105 88320 - - Cereals

Production of planting materials by the KVKs (seedlings, cuttings. Slips in numbers) Planting material Planting produced Planting material supplied to farmers material Varie supplied to other Enterprise Name of crop Free supply Priced ty Quantity Value agencies (Nos) (Rs) Quantity No of Value Quantity No of Value Quantity Value (Nos) farmers (Rs) (Nos) farmers (Rs) (Nos) (Rs) FODDER slips Napier grass Cumbu Napier grass (Co 3, Co 4, Co 5 etc) Co 5 11777 7066 - - - 11777 118 7066 - - Other fodder plants CO (Guniea grass) GG 3 7150 7150 - - - 7150 14 7150 - - Total Fodder crops Grand Total of Seeds

Production of Bio-Products Bio-products bio-products Commercia produced Bio-products supplied to farmers Catego Name of supplied to l name (if Free distribution Priced ry the product Quantity Value other agencies any) (kg) (Rs) Quantit No of Value Quantit No of Value Quantit Value y (kgs) farmers (Rs) y (kgs) farmers (Rs) y (kgs) (Rs) Bio- fertilize rs Azolla Azolla 10.5 210 - - - 10.5 11 210 - - Bio- Panchakavy inputs a Other bio- Mushroom inputs bed spawn 126 6300 - - - 126 28 6300 - - Coconut Coconut 4381 (200 43810 Others Tonic) tonic ml pkt) - - - 4381 235 43810 Total bio- inputs Nemato Psuedomon Psuedomon 3808 38080 des as as 349 0 - - - 349 51 - - Total bio- pesticides Total bio- products

Production of livestock materials - NIL

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8. DETAILS OF SOIL, WATER AND PLANT ANALYSIS

No. of Samples No. of No. of Amount realized Samples/ Farmers Villages (Rs.) SHC Using Mini Soil Through Testing Lab Traditional Lab Soil samples 286 - 285 60 21600 Soil Health 286 - Cards (SHC)

9. SCIENTIFIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Date of SAC meeting Number of members attended 08.03.2019 38 Note: please attach the proceedings of sac meeting along with the list of participants Proceedings of the 10th SAC meeting held on 08.03.2019 at ICAR-KVK, Kanyakumari The Tenth Scientific Advisory Committee meeting was held at ICAR-KVK, Kanyakumari on 08.03.2019. The following SAC officials and staff members participated in the meeting. 1. Dr. N. Kumar, Vice Chancellor, TNAU, Coimbatore 2. Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore 3. Dr. N. Shanmugavalli, Professor and Head, ARS, Thirupathisaram 4. Dr. M. Arumugampillai, Professor and Head (PBG), AC & RI, Killikulam 5. Dr. J.Prem Joswa, Professor and Head, FRS, Thovalai 6. Dr. S. Malmarugan, Professor and Head, Veterinary University Training and Research Centre, TANUVAS, Parakkai, Nagercoil 7. Dr. H. Kesavakumar, Scientist, Nematology, ICAR-CTCRI, Thiruvanathapuram 8. Mrs. R. Tamilarasi, Junior Engineer, District Industries Centre, Nagercoil 9. Mr. G. Manoharan, Joint Director of Agriculture, Nagercoil 10. Mr. Ashok Macrin, Deputy Director of Horticulture, Nagercoil 11. Dr. M. Senthil Kumar, Nodal officer, KVK, TNAU, Coimbatore 12. Mrs. C. Ovvaimeenakshi, DDH (FTC), Nagercoil 13. Mrs. S. Barakkath Nilofare, Asst. Inspector of Sericulture, Konam 14. Mr. P.S. Sailesh, DDM, NABARD 15. Mr. K.Thirumalai Nambi, Programme Executive, All India Radio, Nagercoil 16. Mr. Hendry, Kottor (Progressive farmer) 17. Mr. P.S. Pradeep Kumar, Andoor, (Progressive farmer) 18. Mr. C. Arumugam, Thingal Nagar (Progressive farmer) 19. Mr. S. Meenakshisundaram, Erumbukadu (Progressive farmer) 20. Mrs. T. Puspalatha, Mondaikadu (Mushroom Entrepreneur) 21. Mr. S. Saran, Kunnancadu (Mushroom Entrepreneur)

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22. Mrs. C. Sreekumari, Swamiyarmadam (Banana Fibre Entrepreneur) 23. Mr. P. Sasikumar, Charode (Flower Entrepreneur) 24. Mrs. J.Ansalau, Monday market (Value addition Entrepreneur ) 25. M. S. Siva Subramanian Pillai, Theroor (AIR, Nagercoil) 26. Mrs. S.K. Meenakumari, Thiruvattar (SAC Member) 27. Mrs. R. Saroja, Muthalakurichi (SAC Member) 28. Mr. A. Krishnakumar, Kalkurichi (SAC member) 29. Mr. A. Hillary, Ramapuram (SAC Member) 30. Dr. Ashish K Binodh, Assistant Professor (PBG), AC & RI, Killilulam 31. Dr. K. Kavitha, SMS (Plant Pathology), ICAR-KVK, Kanyakumari 32. Dr. Cissie Theeblyn David, SMS (FSN), ICAR-KVK, Kanyakumari 33. Dr. R. Latha, SMS (PB&G), ICAR-KVK, Kanyakumari 34. Dr. S. Santheepan, TA (Agronomy), ICAR-KVK, Kanyakumari 35. Dr. P.Prasannakumar, TA (Horticulture), ICAR-KVK, Kanyakumari 36. Mrs. K. R. Sudha, Programme Assistant (Technical), ICAR-KVK, Kanyakumari 37. Mr. R. Rajesh Kannan, Farm Manager, ICAR-KVK, Kanyakumari 38. Mr. V. Sivaraman, Prog. Asst. (Computer), ICAR-KVK, Kanyakumari

The Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Pathology), ICAR-KVK, Thirupathisaram, welcomed the gathering. Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore inaugurated the meeting. In his opening remarks, he urged the members to go far market oriented production with low volume and high value crops which enables high profit to farmers. He also emphasized to adopt scientific farming especially integrated farming system which provides income throughout the year. The Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Pathology) presented the action taken report on the recommendations of 9th scientific advisory committee meeting and annual progress report of 2017-18. Mr. Ashok Macrin, Deputy Director of Horticulture, Nagercoil suggested to undertake location specific intercropping system/ multitier cropping for Coconut and Rubber. Mrs. R. Tamilarasi, Junior Engineer, District Industries Centre, Nagercoil explained about the various schemes and subsidies available for food processing. Mr. G. Manoharan, Joint Director of Agriculture, Nagercoil emphasized to popularize high yielding VBN6 Blackgram under Rice fallow condition in Kanaykumari district. In addition he insisted to motivate the farmers to compete for state level CM award for high productivity. Dr. H. Kesavakumar, Scientist, Nematology, ICAR-CTCRI, Thiruvanathapuram suggested to include CTCRI varieties viz., Sree Jaya, Sree Vijaya and Sree Pavithra in action plan. He also suggested to popularize the CTCRI bioformulations viz., Nanma, Menma and Shreya for pest management. The Incubation centre of CTCRI for value addition of tapioca maybe utilized for entrepreneurship development. The Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore suggested

KVK-Kanyakumari-APR-2018-19 52 to arrange an exposure visit to CTCRI, Thiruvanathapuram. In addition, the scientists of CTCRI to be invited as resource person for trainings at KVK. Mr. K.Thirumalai Nambi, Programme Executive of All India Radio mentioned that AIR- Kumari Panpalai is the 1st local Radio Station of Tamil Nadu broadcasting daily agricultural programme. He invites all the scientists of TNAU to provide technical messages to the farming community. The Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore suggested to provide short messages to AIR on daily basis. Mr. P.S. Sailesh, DDM, NABARD listed the various subsidy schemes for promoting of agricultural and allied activities for doubling farmers income and requested farmers to avail the services of NABARD. He suggested to setup a model unit for the production of high value vegetables. Dr. S. Malmarugan, Professor and Head, VUTRC, Parakai, Nagercoil suggested to have IFS model unit at KVK. The Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore suggested to involve VUTRC scientists as resource person for trainings at KVK. Mrs. S. Barakkath Nilofare, Asst. Inspector of Sericulture, Konam listed the various subsidy schemes for promoting sericulture. The Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore suggested to organize awareness campaign about Sericulture twice a year at KVK. Mr. Hendry, Kottor requested for creation of Honeybee growers welfare board and Honey Bee Research station at Kanyakumari district. The Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore opined that the policy level matters to be addressed to the policy makers. Mr. P.S. Pradeep Kumar, Andoor, Progressive farmer reported foot rot disease in pepper and requested suitable management practice. In addition he requested to provide post harvest technology for enhancing shelf life of Banana Variety Matti and suitable intercrop for Rubber. The Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore suggested to conduct joint diagnostic visit along with scientists of HRS, Pechiparai. He also urged to isolate native isolate of Bacillus amyloliquifacienns with the guidance of Professor (Plant Pathology), TNAU, Coimbatore. For enhancing the shelf life of Matti, training on pre harvest management to be arranged involving the scientists of NRCB, Trichy. For intercroping in rubber, introduction of Calapogonium muconoides to be introduced as a cover crop in consultation with Dr. K.Rajamony, Professor and Head, Floriculture, landscaping and gardening, TNAU, Coimbatore. Mr. C. Arumugam, Thingal Nagar, requested to provide low cost production technology for biocontrol agents and DEE suggested to provide the training. Mrs. T. Puspalatha, Mondaikadu requested to provide Mushroom value addition training. The Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore suggested to arrange a training and exposure visit to CSC& RI, Madurai. Mr. S. Meenakshisundaram, Erumbukadu requested to establish a model farm with poultry and dairy components at KVK and provide exposure visit to CTCRI, Thiruvanthapuram to have practical hands on training on value addition from tapioca. The Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore suggested to arrange exposure visit to CTCRI, Thiruvanthapuram and establish a

KVK-Kanyakumari-APR-2018-19 53 model IFS unit at KVK. In addition he urged to establish a low cost Hydroponic unit at KVK. In DFI village, coconut based IFS model to be established for doubling the farmer’s income. The Hon’ble Vice Chancellor concluded the SAC meeting by releasing three booklets and interacted with the farmers and made the recommendations viz., arranging training on farm mechanization by inviting scientists from Dept. of Farm Machinery, TNAU, Coimbatore Based on the above discussions, the following recommendations were suggested during the 10th SAC meeting 1. Undertake location specific intercropping system/ multitier cropping for Coconut and Rubber (Proposed by: Mr. Ashok Macrin, Deputy Director of Horticulture, Nagercoil) 2. Popularize high yielding VBN6 Blackgram under Rice fallow condition in Kanaykumari district (Proposed by: Mr. G. Manoharan, Joint Director of Agriculture, Nagercoil) 3. The newly released CTCRI varieties of tapioca viz., Sree Jaya, Sree Vijaya and Sree Pavithra shall be assessed for Kanyakumari district (Proposed by: Dr. H. Kesavakumar, Scientist, Nematology, ICAR-CTCRI, Thiruvanathapuram) 4. Popularize the CTCRI bioformulations viz., Nanma, Menma and Shreya for pest management (Proposed by: Dr. H. Kesavakumar, Scientist, Nematology, ICAR-CTCRI, Thiruvanathapuram) 5. Arrange an exposure visit to CTCRI, Thiruvanathapuram incubation centre for the benefit of farmers interested in tapioca value addition (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore) 6. Scientists of CTCRI, Thiruvananthapuram to be invited as resource person for trainings at KVK (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore). 7. Provide short messages to All India Radio, Nagercoil regularly (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore) 8. Establishment of model unit for the production of high value vegetables at KVK (Proposed by: Mr. P.S. Sailesh, DDM, NABARD) 9. Establishment of IFS model unit at KVK. (Proposed by: Dr. S. Malmarugan, Professor and Head, VUTRC, Parakai, Nagercoil) 10. Involve VUTRC scientists as resource person for trainings at KVK (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore). 11. Organize awareness campaign on Sericulture twice a year at KVK (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore). 12. Conduct joint diagnostic visit along with scientists of HRS, Pechiparai for disease incidence in pepper (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore). 13. Training on pre harvest management to enhance the shelf life of banana variety Matti to be arranged involving the scientists of NRCB, Trichy (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore).

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14. Provide low cost production technology for biocontrol agents (Proposed by: Mr. C. Arumugam, Thingal Nagar) 15. Arrange Mushroom value addition training and exposure visit for mushroom entrepreneurs at CSC& RI, Madurai (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore). 16. Establish a low cost Hydroponic unit at KVK (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore). 17. In DFI village, coconut based IFS model to be established for doubling the farmer’s income (Proposed by: Dr. M. Jawaharlal, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore). 18. Arrange training on farm mechanization by inviting scientists from Dept. of Farm Machinery, TNAU, Coimbatore (Proposed by: The Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, TNAU, Coimbatore)

10. PUBLICATIONS Publications in journals S. Authors Year Title Journal No 1 N. Thavaprakaash, R. 2018 Tips to get ten tonnes of Uzhavarin Premavathi and K. yield in rice (Tamil). ValarumVelanmai 10(4): 9- R.Sudha 11.

Other publications S.No Item Year Authors Title Publisher 1 Books( with out 2019 Kavitha, K., R. Commercial ICAR- Krishi Vigyan ISBN) Latha, S. Santheepan production of Kendra, and P. Prasanna Mushroom Kanyakumari Kumar. (Tamil). 2 Book chapters / - - - - manuals 3 Training manuals 2019 Kavitha, K., P. Tuberose ICAR- Krishi Vigyan Prasanna Kumar, R. cultivation Kendra, Latha and S. techniques Kanyakumari. Santheepan. (Tamil) 2019 Latha, R., K. Bee Keeping ICAR- Krishi Vigyan Kavitha, (Tamil). Kendra, CissieTheeblyn David, S. Santheepan and P. Prasanna Kumar. 4 Conference, 2018 K. Kavitha, R. Latha Assessment of National symposium proceeding papers, and M. bioagents for the on “Cutting Edge popular articles, Saravanakumar. management of Approaches for Bulletins, Short fusarium wilt sustainable Plant communications disease in Disease Management banana. and Ensuring Farmers

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Profit” at ICAR- NRCB, Tiruchirapalli from 21.12.2018 to 23.12.2018. Pp:68 2018 K.Ramakrishnan, TPS 5 rice Full Paper published R.Latha and variety – a boon in International K. Kavitha to farmers of Conference on Kanyakumari “Transforming district of Tamil Agricultural Nadu, India. extension Systems: Towards Achieving the Relevant Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Global Impact at Srilanka Agricultural Extension Association (SLAEA), Kandy, Srilanka, during 10- 12th May 2018. pp112-116 5 Technical bulletin/ Folders 2018 K.R. Sudha , K. Soil sampling ICAR- Krishi Vigyan Kavitha, R. Latha and techniques for Kendra, M. Saravanakumar soil testing Kanyakumari. 2019 K. Kavitha, R. Latha Oyster ICAR- Krishi Vigyan S. Santheepan and P. mushroom Kendra, Prasanna Kumar. cultivation Kanyakumari. technology 2019 Latha, R., K. Bee keeping ICAR- Krishi Vigyan Kavitha, S. Kendra, Santheepan and P. Kanyakumari. Prasanna Kumar. 2019 K. Kavitha, R. Latha Milky mushroom ICAR- Krishi Vigyan S. Santheepan and P. cultivation Kendra, Prasanna Kumar.. technology Kanyakumari. 6 Reports 7 Others (Specify)

Newsletter/Magazine - NIL

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3. Training/workshops/seminars etc details attended by KVK staff

Trainings attended in the relevant field of specialization (Mention Title, duration, Institution, location etc.) Name of the staff Title Duration Organized by Dr. R. Latha Training on Bio safety issues of 22.03.’18 to TNAU, Coimbatore genetically modified organisms 24.03.2018 Dr. K. Kavitha Training on “Integrated Pest 23.04.’18 to CPCRI, Kasaragod and Disease Management in 29.04.2018 coconut” Dr. K. Kavitha Training on “Production 07.06.2018 to NIPHM, Hyderabad protocol for bio control agents, 27.06.2018 quality analysis and quality management of microbial bio pesticides and bio fertilizers” Dr. Cissie Theeblyn ARYA review workshop 22.08.’18 to NASC complex, New David 26.08.2018 Delhi Dr. S. Santheepan Training on Biogas technology 17.09.’18 to TNAU, Coimbatore for sustainable fuel and organic 20.09.2018 manure Mrs.R.Sumathi Administrative training 17.09.’18 to TNAU, Coimbatore 19.09.2018 Mr.T.Arul Muthu Administrative training 18.09.’18 to TNAU, Coimbatore 20.09.2018 Dr. M. Saravanakumar Annual Review workshop 18.09.’18 to Hyderabad 24.09.2018 Dr. K. Kavitha ASCI training on “Mushroom 25.10.2018 to PJTSAU, Hyderabad grower” 27.10.2018 Dr. R. Latha ASCI training on “Bee Keeper 25.10.2018 to PJTSAU, Hyderabad” 27.10.2018 Dr. M. Saravanakumar Interactive workshop on 09.11.2018 FC&RI, Mettupalayam agroforestry Dr. K. Kavitha Training on “Popularising trees 14.11.’18 to IFGTB, Coimbatore outside forest” 16.11.2018 Mr. V. Sivaraman GST demo training 21.12.2018 TNAU, Coimbatore Mrs. R. Sumathi Dr. K. Kavitha National symposium on 21.12.2018 to ICAR-NRCB, “Cutting Edge Approaches for 23.12.2018 Tiruchirapalli sustainable Plant Disease Management and Ensuring Farmers Profit” Dr. K. Kavitha Public finance Management 07.1.2019 to TNAU, Coimbatore Tmt. R. Sumathi training (PFMS) 08.01.2019 Dr. Cissie Theeblyn Brakishwater Aquaculture 21.01.2019 CIBA campus, Chennai David Conference Dr. S. Santheepan Agro Advisory Service – Web 15.02.2019 TNAU, Coimbatore cum Mobile APP Dr. P.Prasannakumar Attended workshop on Agro 19.02.2019 FC& RI, Mettupalayam Forestry Business Incubation Forum. at FC&RI ,Mettupalayam

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11. DETAILS ON RAIN WATER HARVESTING STRUCTURE AND MICRO-IRRIGATION SYSTEM

Activities conducted No. of Training No. of No. of plant materials Visit by Visit by programmes Demonstration s produced farmers officials (No.) (No.) NIL

12. INTERVENTIONS ON DISASTER MANAGEMENT/UNSEASONAL RAINFALL/HAILSTORM/COLD WAVES ETC

Introduction of alternate crops/ varieties Crops/cultivars Area (ha) Extent of damage Recovery of damage through KVK initiatives if any NIL Total

Major area coverage under alternate crops/varieties - NIL

Farmers-scientists interaction on livestock management- NIL

Animal health camps organised - NIL

Seed distribution in drought hit states- NIL

Large scale adoption of resource conservation technologies - NIL

Awareness campaign Meetings Gosthies Field days Farmers fair Exhibition Film show No. No.of No. No.of No. No.of No. No.of No. No.of No. No.of farmers farmers farmers farmers farmers farmers

Total

13. Awards/rewards by KVK and staff

Recognitions &Awards/Special attainments and Achievements of Practical Importance Recognitions & Awards (Team Award/individual Item of Recognition Year Awarding Organization Individual/ National / International / collaborative Professional; Society Best Extension Professional Award 2018 TNAU, Coimbatore Individual Special Attainments & Achievements of Practical Importance(patents, technologies, varieties, products, concepts, methodologies etc. ) Category Title Year Individual/ Additional Collaborative Details/Information

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14. Details of sponsored projects/programmes implemented by KVK

S.No Title of the Sponsoring Objectives Duration Amount programme / agency (Rs) project 1. Attracting and ICAR Imparting trainings on value 2018-19 20.06 lakhs Retaining Youth in addition in Banana and Agriculture (ARYA) Coconut 2. Skill Training on ICAR Providing skill training to 2018-19 3.06 lakhs Mushroom Grower youth for producing and Bee Keeper mushroom and Bee keeping 3. Pre Rabi Campaign ICAR Awareness on production 2018-19 0.80 lakhs technologies pertaining to Rabi crops so as to enhance the production

Please attach detailed report of each project/programme separately

ATTRACTING AND RETAINING YOUTH IN AGRICULTURE (ARYA) The ARYA scheme is operating at KVK Thirupathisaram since 2015 with a budget outlay of R. 40 lakhs. The major objective of the scheme is to enable the Farm Youth to establish network groups to take-up resource and capital intensive activities like processing, value addition and marketing in banana & coconut. In this project two enterprises were choosen on crops viz, Value added products from Banana and coconut.

Coconut Enterprises

Sl. Enterprise- Block/village List of machineries No. of Product to No Details provided youth be prepares and marketed 1 Unit-I Erumbukkadu Coconut Trimming machine 10 Snow ball Coconut- village (1 No) Tender Snow ball Rajakkamanga Snow ball making machine coconut Tender lam block (1 No.) coconut Coconut climber (4 Nos.) 2 Unit-II Rajakkamanga Fruit pulper (1 No) 5 Coconut Jelly Processing of lam Sugar syruping unit (1 No) & tender Sealing machine (1 No) Confectionar coconut Jelly Weighing balance(1 No) y products & Confectionary products

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3 Unit-III Mondaikadu, Cabinet drier-1 No. 11 Desiccated Processing of Kurenthencode Pulveriser-1 No. coconut desiccated Vaccum packing machine-1 powder and coconut No. grated Shrink wrapping machine- 1 No. 4 Unit-IV Nallore, Planetary mixer-1 No 10 Pastry Novel bakery Munchirai Baking oven- 1 No products from products from block Sealing machine-1 No. coconut coconut

Banana Enterprises

Sl. Enterprise- Block/village list of machineries No. of Product to be No Banana youth prepared and marketed 1 Unit-I Andoor Banana fibre extractor -1 11 Banana fibre Banana fibre village,Thiruvatt No products extraction ar block 2 Unit-II Swamiyarmada Banana fibre extractor-1 11 Banana fibre Banana fibre m village, No. products extraction Thuckalay block 3 Unit-III Veeravanallur, Cabinet drier-1 No., 11 banana flour Banana Thovalai block Pulveriser-1 No. based foods dehydration and Vacuum packing machine-1 banana flour No. based foods Shrink wrapping machine-1 No. 4 Unit-IV Pilacode, Fruit Pulper-1 No., 13 psuedostem Banana Kurunthencode sugar syruping unit-1 No., and banana psuedostem and block sealing machine -1 No. flower based banana flower Balance-1 No. processed based processed products products

5 Enterprise- Meenakshipura Planetary mixer-1 No 12 bakery Banana m, Baking oven -1 No products Unit-V Agastheeswara sealing machine-1 No Novel bakery m block products from banana 6 Enterprise- Andoor, Cabinet Drier- 1 No 6 Nos. Banana flour Banana Thiruvattar Pulveriser-1 No based products Unit-VI block Extruder-1 No -Banana flour proocesing

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Skill Development training Programmes during 2018-19

Year Name of the training programme Duration of Number of the training youth trained 2018-19 Novel bakery products-confectionary at 2 days 26 Nattalam on 17.04.2018 and 18.04.2018 Labelling, marketing and quality 1 day 9 assurance for banana products at Kaatathurai on 3.10.2018 Value added products from coconut at 3 days 14 KVK, Thirupathisaram on 08.01.2019 - 10.01.2019 Value added products from banana-I 2 days 11 (Banana flour) at KVK, Thirupathisaram on 14.02.2019 and 15.02.2019 Value added products from banana-II 2 days 17 (Pseudostem and banana flower) at KVK, Thirupathisaram on 19.02.2019 and 20.02.2019

Exposure visits during 2018-19 Year Name of the training programme Duration of Number of the training youth trained 2018-19 Confectionary processing unit, 1 day 11 Nesavalar Colony, Nagercoil Banana fibre extraction and handicraft 1 day 19 making at North Kundal Banana processing unit, Kaattupudur, 1 day 9 Poothapandi block Banana processing unit, KIDDS, 1 day 11 Kuzhithurai

REPORT ON THE SKILL TRAINING PROGRAMMES UNDERTAKEN DURING 2018-19

1. Name of the KVK : : KVK Kanyakumari

2. Name of the district : Kanyakumari

3. Job role on which training : Mushroom grower conducted Bee keeper

4. Place of conduct of the : KVK Kanyakumari training 5. Name of the Trainer : Dr. K.Kavitha, SMS (Pl.Path) Dr. R.Latha, SMS (PBG) 6. Number of youth trained : 20 youth for Mushroom grower 20 youth for Bee keeper 7. Skills imparted during the : training

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Skills imparted during the training- Mushroom grower Theory classes Practical classes  Introduction to mushroom science  Preparation of culture media–potato  Importance of mushrooms dextrose agar medium  Medicinal value of mushrooms  Sterilizations techniques  Nutritional value of mushrooms  Handling of equipments used in mushroom laboratory  History of Mushroom  Isolation of mushroom culture  Mushroom morphology  Sub culturing and maintenance of  Global production, domestic and international trade mushroom culture for mushroom and mushroom products  Preservation of mushroom cultures-  Identification of common edible and poisonous short term and long term preparation mushrooms of mother spawn  Edible mushrooms in India  Preparation of bed spawn  Equipments used in mushroom laboratory  Preparation of substrates and  Techniques in Mushroom Culture sterilization oyster mushroom oyster  Mother Spawn and bed spawn preparation mushroom – bed preparation  Preparation of culture media  Milky mushroom –-substrate preparation  Isolation and maintenance of mushroom culture  Milky mushroom – bed preparation  Preservation of mushroom cultures- short term and long term  Casing material preparation for milky mushroom  Inoculation technique and Multiplication of spawn from mother spawn  Value added products preparation from mushroom  Preparation of base spawn  Visit to Oyster mushroom production  Preparation of mother spawn unit of Entrepreneur  Preparation of bed spawn  Visit to Milky mushroom production  Preparation of mushroom shed unit of Entrepreneur  Oyster mushroom- preparation of substrates and  Visit to Mushroom Research Training sterilization Centre, TNAU, Coimbatore  Oyster mushroom – bed preparation  Oyster mushroom - cropping, harvesting and packing  Post harvest processing  Milky mushroom –special features, important species and varieties  Milky mushroom –-substrate preparation  Milky mushroom – bed preparation  Milky mushroom – casing , cropping and harvesting  Constraints encountered during mushroom and spawn production  Diseases of oyster and milky mushrooms  Abiotic disorders of oyster and milky mushrooms  Insect pests of oyster and milky mushrooms and their management

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 Recipe preparation with oyster and milky mushrooms  Value addition with oyster and milky mushrooms  Methods of composting coir pith and agro wastes  Economics of spawn and mushroom production  Paddy straw mushroom - spawn preparation  Paddy straw mushroom - bed preparation and cropping  Button mushroom - compost preparation  Button mushroom – spawning  Button mushroom- casing and cropping  Other cultivable mushrooms -shiitake mushroom  Pest and disease problems in mushroom cultivation  Mushroom cultivation utilizing agricultural waste  Storage, preservation and marketing of mushroom  Mushroom farm Design  Disease of Mushroom , Competitors and their management  Pests of Button Mushroom and their management  Value addition in Mushroom  Economics of oyster mushroom cultivation  Economics of Milky mushroom cultivation  Economics of spawn production

Skills imparted during the training- Bee keeper Theory classes Practical classes  Introduction of Bee keeping and its importance  Identification of different honey bee  Different species of honey bees and their Biology species  Life cycle of different types of bees  Bee colony and different types of bees in a colony and life cycle  Communication methods used by bees and types of bee dance  Ascertaining different development stages of different bees  Flower calendar and pollination process in plant species  Identification of Bee forage plant  Different Bee keeping system from traditional to  Ascertain different communication modern systems methods such as drumming feet, flapping wings, etc.  Operation and use of Bee keeping tools  Ascertain communication style to  Bee hive management – Site selection for Bee hive, locate food source Colony management, Colony inspection and record keeping  Ascertain communication style to locate new home to which bees seem  Feeding of Bees to swarm  Managing insects, Diseases and other nuisances in  Handling Bee keeping tools and Beehive housing of bees  Harvesting, Processing and marketing of honey  Selection of appropriate location for  Queen Rearing and dividing the colonies and Bee hive installation formation of new colonies  Keeping hives clean and pest free

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 Packaging technologies, getting agmark and grading  Feeding colonies during dearth  Establishing commodity group and Marketing period  Identification of pests and diseases affecting bees and management  Ascertain right time to harvest honey  suitable practices and methods for harvesting and processing  Honey harvest -uses of tools and equipments  Method of quees rearing  Dividing the colonies to establish new colony  Uniting smaller colonies to enlarge a colony  Ensure incoming and outgoing bees and forageers at the hive entrance

8. Outcome of the training :

Outcome of the training Mushroom grower Bee keeper

No of youth who started their own enterprise 7 5

No. of youth who got employed in the enterprise - 1

No. of youth who could enhance productivity/ 4 - profitability of their own existing unit

Reasons for non-employment - -

Utilization of training by other trainees - -

REPORT ON THE PRE RABI AWARENESS CAMPAIGN AND WEBCAST OF INAUGURATION OF PM KISAN SAMMAN NIDHI (PMKSN) DURING 2018-19

Pre Rabi awareness campaign and Webcast of inauguration of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi (PMKSN) was organizes at KVK Kanyakumari on 24.02.2019. Thiru. Prashant M Wadnere, IAS., District Collector, Kanyakumari and Thiru Pavan Kumar G. Giriyappanavar, IAS., Sub Collector, Nagercoil inaugurated the programme and 325 farmers and 25 department officials participated during this programme.

Activities carried out:

 Special address by the District Collector  Technical talks by heads of line departments and TNAU Research Stations

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 Awareness was created on latest technologies on crop improvement and crop management packages  Folders on crop technologies were released and distributed to the farmers  Exhibited the technologies  Web casting of inauguration of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi (PMKSN) programme Exhibition stalls arranged: 5 nos.  ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, TNAU, Thirupathisaram  Agricultural Research Station, TNAU, Thirupathisaram  Horticultural Research Station, TNAU, Pechiparai  Floricultural Research Station, TNAU, Thovalai  Department of Horticulture, Kanyakumari District

15. Success stories

15. A. success stories/case studies

1. RICE TPS-5 VARIETY – A BOON TO KANYAKUMARI DISTRICT

Situation analysis/Problem statement: Rice is one of the major crops being cultivated in Kanyakumari District. It occupies more than 12000 ha in two seasons (Kharif and Rabi) of the year. ASD 16 is the only rice variety cultivated by the farmers in Kannipoo season. Low yield due to lodging, occurrence of pest and diseases (leaf folder, stem borer and tungro)and poor grain filling are the major constraints reported by the farmers while cultivating ASD rice varieties. So, farmers need alternate high yielding, non-lodging, pest and disease resistant variety. Agricultural Research Station, Thirupathisaram has released TPS-5 rice variety during 2013 which is having almost similar duration of existing ASD 16. Also the new variety produces 10-15% higher yield, non-lodging, tall growing and moderately tolerant to most of pest and diseases. This variety may fulfill the requirement of farmers.

Plan, Implement and Support: The new variety (TPS-5) seeds was introduced to the farmers through KVK and ARS, Thirupathisaram initially through FLDs programmes. Created awareness through leaflets, folders, Air Message and talk to the farmers. The new variety along with IWM and ICM practices were imparted through frequent trainings and special programmes. Trainings and Front Line Demonstrations were conducted on newly released TPS-5 variety with early post emergence herbicide to the farmers. FLDs were raised during 2014 at Ramapuram village of Agestheswaram block. FLDs on Integrated Weed Management in

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(TPS -5) rice were conducted during 2015-16 at Ramapuram and Andarkulam villages. FLDs on Integrated Crop Management in TPS-5 rice were conducted during 2016-17 in Peiyakulam ela of Manavalakurchi village of Kurunthankodu block. On and off campus trainings, Field days, extension functionaries trainings, special programmes, seminar, exhibitions were also conducted from 2014-15 to 2018-19. The following table clearly depicts the details of the programmes conducted at KVK from 2014- 2018. S. No. Title Nos. Total Extension participants functionaries (Nos.) 1. FLDs on popularization of new variety TPS-5 10 10 3 and early post emergence herbicide in rice 2. FLDs on IWM in (TPS-5) rice variety 10 10 2 3. FLDs on ICM in (TPS-5) rice variety 10 10 2 4. FLDs on IWM in direct sown rice (TPS 5) 10 10 1 5. On and Off campus training programmes 12 260 16 6. Field days 3 160 24 7. Extension functionaries trainings 12 - 265 8. Pre -rabi and pre- kharif training programmes, 5 1800 120 seminar, Exhibitions and meals 9. ATMA trainings 7 156 38

Output: During 2014-15, TPS 5 rice variety performed better with taller plants, increased panicle length, number of tillers/m2, number of productive tillers/m2 and filled grains/panicle than ASD 16. Demonstration (TPS 5 variety) recorded higher grain yield (70.1 q/ha) compared to ASD (56.5 q/ha). Yield increase was 26 percentage. Similarly, higher net returns (Rs. 83389/ha) and BCR (2.69) were recorded with TPS 5 compared to ASD 16 (net returns – Rs. 59119/ha); BCR – 2.24). During 2015-16, the TPS variety was integrated with IWM practices and results indicated that demonstration recorded 54.9 q/ha compared to the check (46.66 q/ha). Though the straw was not harvested, the farmers realized higher gross income, net income and net income and B:C ratio. Frontline demonstration on integrated crop management practices in rice with TPS 5 during 2016-17 was conducted in Manavalakurichi village. The crop growth with the demonstration in terms of plant height, tillers, productive tillers were higher with demonstration than check.

Outcome: The TPS -5 new variety has wide spread among the farmers of Agestheswaram, Kurenthencode and Rajakagamangalam blocks of Kanyakumari district. The higher yield in TPS 5 was due to high productive tillers and grain yield/ panicle. The per cent yield increase ranged from 10.5 to 32.2. The TPS -5 variety resulted in an additional income of Rs. 7000 to 12500/ha.

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Apart from the FLDs, the technology was transferred to the farmers through trainings, field visits, diagnostic visit, seminars etc. The farmers interest groups of Rice in Thovalai and Agastheeswaram and Kurunthancodu were also trained about this technology. The extension functionaries of the district understood the importance of this new variety. The farmers were trained to produce the seeds by themselves and started to supply seeds to the fellow farmers. The technology has spread to 1000 to 1500 hectares in the district. The seeds requirement of the farmers is satisfied partly by the KVK and ARS, Thirupathisaram. Department of Agriculture, Nagercoil is presently involved in TPS 5 seed production for further distribution to farmers.

Impact: Among the attributes of a new variety or technology, relative economic advantage over the existing ruling variety or traditional practice is an important criterion for adoption or discontinuance of the variety. From this study it is evident that TPS 5 rice variety has significant yield advantage over the variety ASD 16. The average yield potential of TPS 5 was 71.4q/ha as against 63.0q/ha in ASD 16. The net return obtained from TPS 5 was Rs.67100/ha while it was Rs.54500/ha in ASD 16. The average economic gain was Rs.12600/ha. As the new rice variety TPS 5 expressed its real potential in the farmers holdings, the rate of adoption will be increased. However the seed requirement of the farmers should be met by the Department of Agriculture and Agricultural Research Station, Thirupathisaram.

2. MECHANIZATION IN RICE CULTIVATION Situation analysis/Problem statement: Rice is one of the major crops of Kanyakumari District. It occupies about 12,000 ha during both ‘Kannipoo’ (Kharif) and ‘Kumbapoo’ (Rabi) seasons. The farmers were following conventional methods of Rice cultivation. The conventional method leads to high investment cost and labour with low productivity. FLDs and trainings on SRI were conducted since 2008 to increase the productivity with low input cost and without affecting the ecosystem. It resulted in yield increase (10-40%), and savings of water (25 to 30%) and nitrogen (25 kg/ha). Though SRI technology is adopted in 50-60 per cent area of this district, the farmers are facing labour scarcity for Rice cultivation and for timely operations. It ultimately delayed the farm operations and skipping of adoption of technologies which resulted in low productivity in Rice. Due to labour constraints, rice area of the district is decreasing year by year. Mechanization in rice is a way for reducing the labour scarcity and addressing the labour issues, besides reducing the time of operation. Tray nursery preparation, transplanting, weeding and harvesting are the major operations which are possible to carry out using machine/implements.

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KVK intervention: Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kanyakumari had initiated the programme on mechanization in Rice cultivation in the district. The mechanical transplanter and drum seeder have been demonstrated through front line demonstrations since 2007-08. Subsequently, cono-weeder, power weeder and combined harvesting was demonstrated in SRI Rice cultivation. During 2012-13, complete mechanization in Rice cultivation was demonstrated through front line demonstration in Thovalai and Agastheeswaram blocks. Farmers Field School (FFS) on mechanization in Rice was made during 2014-15 at Perumselvavilai of Vembanoor village which enabled the farmers to adopt complete mechanization. Tray nursery preparation (Plastic trays – 60 cm x 30 cm with seed rate of 20kg/ha), mechanical Rice transplanting (walk behind and drive type), power weeding (TNAU model two row weeder) and mechanical harvesting using combined climber are the technologies demonstrated.

Output: Farmers were well trained in cono weeding and combined harvesting of Rice. Mechanization spread to 40-60 percent area of the district. Farmers are satisfied and expressed that mechanization in Rice registered low labour requirement (41 man working days in complete mechanization and 139 man working days in conventional method), high profitability (net profit of Rs. 40,400/- with BCR of 2.25.) and easy adoption of all the technologies viz., transplanting, weeding and harvesting in time.

Outcome: During Rabi season, farmers adopted mechanical Rice transplanting in around 500-600 ha. Two progressive farmers purchased Rice transplanter through subsidy. Four cooperative societies and FIG purchased Rice transplanters. Ten farmer groups purchased Paddy power weeder through Tamil Nadu government subsidy scheme. In Kanyakumari district around 70-75 per cent of the Rice was harvested through combined climber during Kharif.

Impact: Two entrepreneurs were developed on mechanical transplanting and three on harvesting. These entrepreneurs are engaging youth for the operations. They are charging Rs. 2,500/- for one acre transplanting and Rs. 3000/- to Rs. 3500/- for one acre mechanical harvesting using combined climber. Each youth is being paid Rs. 750 – 1000 per day as wage. The importance of farm mechanization is felt by the farmers which has developed entrepreneurs. As far as individual farmer is concerned it has impacted on the cost of cultivation as well as labour issues.

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3. MANAGEMENT OF SOIL ACIDITY THROUGH DOLOMITE APPLICATION FOR RICE Situation analysis/Problem statement: Rice is one of the major crops being cultivated in Kanyakumari District. It occupies more than 12000 ha in two seasons of the year. The soil cultivated with Rice is acidic in 50 to 60 % of the cultivable area. Therefore due to low pH and continuous submergence, the mobilization and reduction of ferric iron to ferrous iron causes nutritional imbalance and disorder in rice crop. This has resulted in yield reduction due to less productive and ill-filled grains.

Plan, Implement and Support: The application of cheaper and high neutralizing powder amendment dolomite @ 500 kg/ha during the last plough is effective in reclamation of soil acidity and also act as a source for calcium and magnesium which are deficient in these soils. On campus trainings, off campus trainings, meetings and method demonstrations were conducted on reclamation of soil acidity using low cost amendment and application of the micronutrients since 2008-09 in different villages. Apart from this, FLD programmes were also conducted at Perumselvavilai, Andarkulam, Veeranamangalam, Thuvarankadu, Manavalakurichi and Thalakudi villages.

Output:The application of dolomite increased the yield of Rice. The Rice yield was increased from 5.0 to 8.32 t/ha due to the application of dolomite (Table). The percentage yield increase was ranged from 10.5 to 32.2. The dolomite application is also resulted in an additional income of Rs. 7000 to 12500 per hectare. Sl. Year Gross yield(t/ha) BCR Yield (%) No. Without With Without With dolomite Increase dolomite dolomite dolomite 1 2007–08 4.19 5.00 1.82 2.07 19.3 2 2009–10 7.53 8.32 2.11 2.51 10.5 3 2010–11 5.61 7.24 2.05 2.59 29.1 4 2011–12 5.72 7.56 2.06 2.64 32.2 5 2012–13 6.10 7.21 2.14 2.48 18.2 6 2013–14 5.90 7.30 2.01 2.40 23.7 7 2014–15 5.72 7.56 2.06 2.64 32.2 8 2015–16 5.30 6.25 2.32 2.52 20.6 9 2016-17 6.78 7.96 2.01 2.43 17.5

Increase in Yield (t/ha) with dolomite application

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Because of this high return due to the management of soil acidity by dolomite application, the farmers started practicing application of dolomite regularly with an additional cost of Rs. 1500 to 2000/ha. Employment generation is created in terms of dolomite incorporation @ one man day / acre. Additional employment can be generated in processing of produce @ one man day/acre. Outcome:The farmers interest groups of Rice in Thovalai and Agastheeswaram of the district which has major area were well trained in this technology. The extension functionaries of the district understood the viability of the technology demonstrated. The farmers demanded to supply dolomite on subsidy from the Government officials. They started purchasing the dolomite and showed enthusiasm in application to their fields. The technology has spread to 2000 to 3000 hectares in the district.

Impact : The dolomite application is also resulted in an additional income of Rs. 7000 to 12500 per hectare.

4. NURSERY AND CUT FLOWER PRODUCTION Situation analysis/Problem statement: Nurseryproduction is an attractive farm enterprise which provides scope for self- employment of rural youth and women. The enterprise requires little area and the least initial investment. But technical knowledge and access to the produce (planting material) are important to start the enterprise. The commercial activity of production and marketing of horticulture products is also a source of gainful and quality employment to people.

Plan, Implement and Support: With changing life styles and increased urban affluence, floriculture has assumed a definite commercial status in recent times. Appreciation of the potential of commercial floriculture has resulted in the blossoming of this field into a viable agri-business option. Availability of natural resources like diverse agro-climatic conditions

KVK-Kanyakumari-APR-2018-19 70 permit production of some of the temperate and tropical flowers, almost all throughout the year in some part of Kanyakumari district. Considering the demand for production of quality planting material and cut flowers, the need for creation of employment in the field of horticulture, vocational trainings and demonstrations on nursery and cut flower production techniques were conducted for the duration of 21 and 10 days to the women Self Help Groups and rural youth of Kanyakumari District since 2004. Exposure visits were also made in well established nurseries and cut flower units The technology and skills involved in nursery production viz., selection of site, planning and layout of nursery, media and containers for propagation of nursery plants, nursery bed preparation and pro tray nursery raising, seed treatment and sowing, maintenance of seedlings, propagation through cuttings and layering, grafting and budding and micro propagation were disseminated through trainings and demonstrations

Cut flower production Orchid, Anthurium, Heliconia, Gladiolus, and Tuberose are important cut flower crops which performs very well either under open or shade net conditions in the District. Technological backup on selection of planting material and seed treatment, planting techniques, nutrition, weed, water and shade management, plant protection, harvest, post- harvest handling and packing techniques were provided through training and demonstrations.

Output: After attending 21 days training programme during 2005-06 Mr. Sasikumar, Sarode, Thuckalay has started a nursery unit (Indira nursery gardens) for the production of ornamental plants, Casuraina, Jasmine and cut flowers like heliconia and orchids. Apart from nursery plants he is also producingcut flowers like heliconia, orchids and anthurium and earning an average of Rs. 7500/ month.

Outcome: The vocational training on nursery and cut flower production has motivated the Self Help Groups and the rural youth those who have attended the training. As a result of this, two self-help groups and four individuals started their own production units at their respective places. In case of SHG the work and profits were shared among them. Nursery cum cut flower production venture are also providing employment opportunities to some labourers throughout the year.

Impact : The farmers are earning an average of Rs. 7500/ month.

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5. MANAGEMENT OF PSEUDOSTEM WEEVIL IN BANANA

Situation analysis/Problem statement: Banana is one of the important fruit crop in Kanyakumari district which occupies an area of 8500 ha as pure crop as well as intercrop /mixed crop in coconut /rubber/spice based cropping systems. More than 75 percent of the holdings are below one ha and the production, profit and employment derived from such small holdings are quite in sufficient to sustain the dependant families. The low production and profitability is mainly due to inefficient farming practices, nutritional imbalances and rampant pest and disease problems.

KVK intervention: Incidence of pseudostem weevil and rhizome weevil are the most dangerous pests in banana and at severe conditions it has resulted in yield reduction of more than 50 per cent. Scope for expansion of land area and land holding size is limited and hence crop intensification through transfer of advanced production and protection techniques is the only mean to enhance the production and income. Pseudostem injection technology was assessed through OFT during 2010-11 and subsequently the technology was demonstrated in large scale through FLD during 2011-12 & 2013-14 at Ellavuvillai, Enjaokodu, Thiruvattar, Kolvel, Thakalai villages. The technology demonstrated includes Pseudostem injection of diluted Monocrotophos 36WSC (54ml of Monocrotophos with 350 ml of water) @ 2 ml at 45 cm from ground level and another 2 ml at 150 cm from the ground level at monthly interval from 5th to 8th month after planting. This successful technology was disseminated through method demonstrations, on and off campus trainings to farmers and Extension personnel.

Output: The technology of banana pseudostem injection with Monocrotophos @4 ml/plant recorded the highest per cent reduction of pseudostem weevil (76.07%) over farmers practice with a net profit of Rs. 3,84,840 and BCR of 3.33. The pseudostem injection technology is very simple, cost effective and is highly accepted by the farmers for weevil management. Further pseudostem injection technology is providing employment opportunities for the farm labourers and farmers @ Rs. 2/- per plant and a net profit of Rs. 1500-2000/ha is earned as part time venture.

Outcome:The success of this technology has now spread over an area of more than 1500 ha in this district. Self-help group members, rural youth and farmers have taken initiative to adopt this technology for additional income generation.

Impact: The success of this technology has now spread over an area of more than 1500 ha in this district. Further pseudostem injection technology is providing employment opportunities for the farm labourers and farmers @ Rs. 2/- per plant and a net profit of Rs. 1500-2000/ha is

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6. ROOT FEEDING OF COCONUT TONIC

Situation analysis/Problem statement: Coconut is the major crop in Kanyakumari District and occupies an area of more than 22,000 ha. Low yield in vast majority of gardens is due to lack of manuring and fertilizer application. The soil fertility is also degraded year by year. Shedding of button, pre-mature nut and barren nuts are the common problems in coconut cultivation. High acidity (<5.5) is yet another reason for the button shedding. The average yield/tree/year is 65 with the highest yield potential of 150 to 180 nuts/tree/year. The farmers are not applying the scheduled manures and fertilizers.

KVK intervention: Coconut tonic released by TNAU, Coimbatore is very effective in reducing button shedding and increasing the yield. Training programmes and demonstrations were conducted for improving the soil fertility and yield by manuring and short term measure of root feeding of coconut tonic. Apart from that, FLD programmes were also conducted at Azhagappapuram, Udaiyarvilai, Manavalakurichi, Ethamozhi and Puthalam villages on root feeding of TNAU coconut tonic. A healthy feeder root with pencil thickness was selected from 50 cm away from the trunk without any damage to the root. A slanting cut was given with a sharp knife (or) a blade and the root was inserted into the polythene sachet containing the tonic (200 ml). The sachet and the root at the point of insertion were tied with a thread. The technology of root feeding of TNAU coconut tonic was demonstrated as FLD during 2006-07 at five villages in an total area of 2 ha to prove its efficiency in reducing the button shedding and increasing the yield. Subsequently during 2007-08 also FLD was conducted in 2 ha at Puthalam village. The button shedding percentage and yield of nuts/palm was recorded.

Output: By the root feeding of coconut tonic, the barren nut was reduced in the demonstrated palms. The reduction in the button shedding ranged from 6.5 to 10.2 per cent. The mean yield increase was recorded as 94.4 nuts/tree/year and in the local check it was 80.2 nuts/tree/year. The usage of root feeding of coconut tonic is increased year by year. The area of adoption and coverage of village with farmers are also increased. It is seen from the table that the benefits of coconut tonic is felt by the farmers and hence the quantity purchased by the farmers has increased during 2018-19.

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Details on the usage of coconut tonic Coconut tonic No. of Area adopted Year purchased by No. of farmers villages (ha.) farmers (litres) 2006-07 284 1661 33 8.1 2007-08 226 37 16 6.4 2008-09 171 97 7 12.2 2009-10 180 168 19 11.5 2010-11 153 110 12 9.3 2011-12 218 145 15 10.3 2012-13 130 120 14 9.4 2013-14 150 170 20 11.2 2014-15 201 105 10 8.2 2015-16 460 258 35 20.3 2016-17 663 200 29 34.2 2017-18 296.2 135 16 19.3 2018-19 876.2 235 33 41.6

Outcome: The technology was disseminated through trainings, demonstrations in farmer’s field, exhibition and seminar. Leaflets were circulated at the time of trainings, demonstration for creating awareness on root feeding of coconut tonic. Radio talks and messages were also given for mass spreading of technology. In KVK, the tonics is being sold to the farmers @ Rs. 10/packet. The farmers given the following feedback after adopting the technology.  Barren nuts were reduced  Button shedding was reduced  Nut cracking was reduced  Enhanced flower retention  Increased yield

Impact : Becauseof the increased nut yield due to the application of coconut tonic the farmer get an additional income of Rs. 15000/year/acre.

7. COCONUT CLIMBER –A BOON TO THE FARMERS OF KANYAKUMARI DISTRICT Situation analysis/Problem statement: In Kanyakumari district, coconut is the major crop and is cultivated in 24,000 hectares. The soil and climatic conditions prevailing in the district is highly suitable for its cultivation and each and every household have one or two coconut palms. In recent years, harvesting of coconuts in correct stage and time is felt difficult due to labour scarcity. The traditional method of coconut climbing is cumbersome, risky and less effective, because of

KVK-Kanyakumari-APR-2018-19 74 high energy consumption. The young generation is not showing interest for harvesting of coconut because of poor respect in the society. The aged people alone are doing traditional harvest. Often these aged people fall from coconut palms leading to permanent handicap (or) death. In traditional methods, farmers are harvesting an average of 50-60 palms per day. The climbers cannot do the harvest during rainy seasons, since Kanyakumari district is benefited by both southwest and northeast monsoons and this further affects the timely harvest of coconuts. The labourers who are harvesting the coconut in traditional way are demanding Rs. 20 to 25/tree and they are attending harvesting in 3 months interval. This has led to yield reduction due to improper maintenance of coconut palms and loss by theft of fallen coconuts.

KVK intervention: Mechanical coconut climber developed both by TNAU and KAU are easy to operate and attracted the youth. Use of mechanical coconut climber by the youth was recognized by the society besides the employment year round (even during rainy seasons) which encouraged the youth to enter into this new venture. The Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kanyakumari introduced the mechanical coconut harvesting device through various demonstrations in different locations of the district to create awareness and trainings were also conducted. A total of 21 numbers of trainings and demonstrations were conducted in 20 villages of the district. About 330 men and 80 women were participated in the programmes. There are two models of mechanical coconut harvesting device viz., (i) TNAU model and (ii) Kerala model. The TNAU model is highly safe and it takes little more time (7- 10 minutes) for climbing the palm, but the aged and women farmers are using it. It is a rectangular frame type, one fitted at bottom for standing and the other fitted at top for sitting. The Kerala model less safe, but it is preferred by the labourers and youths for harvesting of coconuts.

Output: The mechanical device for coconut harvest attracted the unemployed youths. At present the trained unemployed youths formed groups of 4-6 members of each and started harvesting the coconuts. The groups are formed in various places of the district namely Rajavoor, Colachel, Thuckalay, Marthandam and Monday market. They are taking the device in two wheelers and harvesting the coconuts. These groups are starting the harvest by 6.30 am and completing by 12.00 noon. Within this time, they are climbing 80 to 100 palms. These coconut harvesting groups are charging Rs.10-15/tree depending on the total number of coconut trees available and height of the tree. Each individual is having cell phone and they are communicating the programme to the customer in advance. This has encouraged the farmers and coconut growers of the district. In the afternoon, these youths are involved in their regular household activities. They are working in all the days, even in rainy days with hat, except on Sundays. Each individual is earning minimum income of Rs. 1000/day and a maximum of Rs.1500/day and leading a happy life. Some of the mazons who were engaged

KVK-Kanyakumari-APR-2018-19 75 in construction work also shifted the job to harvesting of coconut, since it seems to be highly remunerative. The trained persons who are employed in government and private organizations are utilizing the holidays and Sundays for harvesting the coconuts of their own. At times, on urgent need of tender coconut for household purpose, the people themselves are using this device for harvesting.

Outcome: A trained unemployed youth Thiru D.Venus of Colachel village is serving as a trainer and he had trained more than 50 persons on mechanical coconut climber. He is giving training on using mechanical device and also harvesting the coconuts in the nearby villages. He is having 6 members in his group. Thiru R. Ramu of Putheri village is a trained person working in a fertilizer shop. He is also giving training at his leisure hours to the farmers and youths. Thiru G. Suresh of Rajavoor with his five members group is doing the mechanical harvest in the nearby villages. He was initially a tailor shifted his profession to coconut climbing using the mechanical device. Thiru V. Thanesh from Monday market is having 4 members in his group is using the mechanical device for harvesting coconut in the surrounding villages. Thiru C. Suresh, a farmer of Thuckalay is harvesting coconuts in the villages around his native village. Thiru.G.George of Marthandam with his 4 members group doing the mechanical harvest. Mechanical harvesting persons are charging Rs. 10-15/palm in the villages and Rs. 15-25/palm in the urban areas depending on the number of nuts and height of the trees. At present, 250-300 coconut mechanical harvesting devices are being used in the district. The technology is a boon to the farmers and growers of coconut in the district.

Impact: The youth is earning minimum income of Rs. 1000/day and a maximum of Rs.1500/day and leading a happy life. Some of the mazons who were engaged in construction work also shifted the job to harvesting of coconut, since it seems to be highly remunerative.

8. EMPOWERMENT OF FARM WOMEN THROUGH MUSHROOM CULTIVATION Situation analysis/Problem statement: Rice is a major crop of Kanyakumari District cultivated in both the seasons (Kharif and Rabi). Most of the farm holdings are very small with less than one acre and the earnings of farmers are very less to sustain their livelihood.

KVK intervention: The climatic condition of Kanyakumari is conducive for abundant production of mushrooms. The demand for mushroom is high since it is one of the substitute for non-vegetarian foods and possesses lot of medicinal values. Rice being the predominant crop, the availability of raw material (Rice straw) for mushroom cultivation is not a constraint in Kanyakumari district

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An additional income generating activity was introduced by the Krishi Vigyan Kendra to upgrade the standard of living of farming community through various trainings cum demonstrations. Vocational trainings on Mushroom cultivation, Spawn production and Value addition were given to rural youth and farm women. Exposure visits were also arranged for the trainees to visit entrepreneur’s farm to study about this successful venture.

Output:The training on mushroom cultivation has motivated and paved way for the farm women to start mushroom unit in their homesteads. Also, this enterprise developed self- employment opportunities among the farm women. The entrepreneur Mrs. T. Pushpalatha, Karumankoodal, Mondaikadu post, Kanyakumari district is commercially involved in cultivation of Oyster mushroom with a production capacity of 15 kg per day with net return of Rs.15,000/- per month. The entrepreneur herself is acting as a master trainer for mushroom cultivation programme organized by different banks, Department of Agriculture and NGOs and motivating farmers, rural youth and farm women in mushroom cultivation. Success of this entrepreneur has motivated farm women to form group for mushroom production. The mushroom produced by the group is procured by Mrs. T. Pushpalatha and marketed in the local markets, nearby cities viz., Trivandrum .

Outcome:Presently oyster mushroom cultivation is undertaken by 27 growers which generates an additional income. Further guidance for bank loans were facilitated to all SHGs to develop infrastructure for mushroom farming which motivated the growers towards mushroom cultivation commercially.

Impact:The training on mushroom cultivation has motivated and paved way for the farm women to start mushroom unit in their homesteads. In Kanyakumari district seven entrepreneurs are engaged in milky mushroom production and five in oyster mushroom production under the technical guidance of Krishi Vigyan Kendra. The production capacity of the growers ranged from 3 to 10 kg per day with net return of Rs.20,000/month. Mrs Pushpalatha is a Farmer Teacher for mushroom cultivation programme, underwent training in Mushroom cultivation and value addition from Krishi Vigyan Kendra Thirupathisaram. She took to mushroom farming and started commercially cultivating mushroom. Giving an impetus for mushroom enterprise, she is running a lucrative business by earning a monthly income of Rs.15000/- per month.

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9. IMPROVING THE STATUS OF FARM WOMEN – HANDICRAFTS MAKING FROM BANANA FIBRE

Situation analysis/Problem statement: Banana is one of the major crops of Kanyakumari district which occupies an area of 6800 ha as pure crop as well as intercrop /mixed crop in coconut /rubber/spice based cropping systems. More than 75 per cent of the holdings are below one hectare and the production, profit and employment derived from such small holdings are quite insufficient to sustain the dependant families. Also, the disposal of pseudostem after the harvest of banana is a laborious and cost intensive.

KVK intervention: All the banana varieties are being cultivated in Kanyakumari district and among them red banana and nendran varieties are cultivated in large area. The harvested bunches are being marketed in the local markets and exported to other countries through Thiruvananthapuram, the state capital of Kerala, which is nearer to the district. All the parts of banana are highly useful to prepare value added products. Using banana fibre for making garlands is well known to all. The fibre extracted can also be used for making attractive handicrafts which has high demand in local and outside markets. The demand for the natural fibre at national and international level is high. The quality and quantity of fibre extracted from red banana and nendran varieties are good compared to other varieties. The availability of raw material for this enterprise is sufficient, since both these varieties are cultivated predominantly in the district. The farm women can effectively make use of their leisure time in income generating activity without much investment. This additional income generating activity was introduced by the Krishi Vigyan Kendra to upgrade the standard of living of such farming community. Vocational trainings were given to the women group in fibre extraction, processing, knitting and making different types of handicrafts from banana fibre in collaboration with Khadi and Village Industries. The fibre is generally extracted by hand stripping by the elderly group. To get quality fibre, it should be extracted within two days after harvest. The stripped fibre is dried and then coloured with dyes for making attractive handicrafts. The shade dried coloured fibre is used for making knits of different sizes and attractive handicrafts are prepared using the knits. Handicrafts prepared  Tea set and round set  Table mat and door mat  Hand bag and pooja bag  Purse and basket  Flower vase and pen stand  Wall hanging and caps

Output: The trained farm women are self-employed the handicrafts made from banana fibre were marketed in local markets, exhibitions and tourist spots of the district. They are also

KVK-Kanyakumari-APR-2018-19 78 exporting the products through Fibre Workers Cooperative Society of Khadi and Village Industries. Since the raw material is available sufficiently, this is one of the best income generating activity for the farm women without any investments. Also, they need not move anywhere and can do this activity in their leisure time in their house itself.

Outcome: Fibre workers Self Help Groups were formed by the trained farm women and the enterprise was strengthened. The trained farm women are doing this enterprise successfully and they also train other farm women. Exhibition stalls were also arranged in the melas and special programmes conducted by the KVK. Further, the entrepreneurs conveyed their successful venture technology through radio programmes and Doordarshan programme.

Impact: Mrs. C. Sreekumari, aged 40 years native of Kanyakumari District of Tamil Nadu is a home maker with education upto eighth standard. Her husband is a mason and their income was sufficient only to meet out the food expenses. She gained training from KVK and became an entrepreneur working with natural banana fibre product yielding. The additional income generated has helped the entrepreneur to give good education to their children and they are well employed now. In addition, she is giving employment to farm women in banana fibre knit making and handicrafts making. She is earning about Rs. 60,000/- per year. She has also received the National level-Micro entrepreneur Award and the cash price of Rupees one lakh for the development of entrepreneurship.

10. VALUE ADDITION IN BANANA – A SUCCESSFUL ENTERPRISE FOR SELF EMPLOYMENT Situation analysis/Problem statement: Banana is one of the major crop of Kanyakumari district which occupies an area of 6800 ha as pure crop as well as intercrop /mixed crop in coconut /rubber/spice based cropping systems.More than 75 percent of the holdings are below one ha and the production, profit and employment derived from such small holdings are quite insufficient to sustain the dependant families.

KVK intervention: Value added products of banana have a potential market both in the domestic and global levels. The parts of banana plant other than the fruit such as the flowers and pseudostem which generally go as waste are potential raw materials for banana value addition. Being a banana growing area, the availability of major raw materials is a boon for this enterprise. KVK, Kanyakumari has given vocational trainings on the aspect of value addition to farmers, farm women and rural youth. Technological knowhow regarding preparation of different products were disseminated to the trainees. An exposure visit was also arranged to Home Science College and Research Institute, Madurai. In continuation of the above programmes, a special programme on value addition in banana was conducted to the farmers and farm women in banana growing areas. A series of trainings on preparation of different

KVK-Kanyakumari-APR-2018-19 79 value added products from banana were given to selected trainees. Finally, they were taken to Home Science College and Research Institute, Coimbatore as exposure visit to know more about value addition. The information on marketing strategies was also provided to them. Value added products  Pseudostem pickle  Flower pickle  Unripe fruit pickle  Pseudostem candy  Fruit candy  Fruit halwa  Fruit powder  Flower vadagam  Nendran chips

The banana farmers and farm women formed a group and were involved in the process of value addition. The raw materials from the farmers’ field are being utilized for making value added products. The farm women are involved in the preparation of value added products. All the products were packed in different sizes of bottles and packets and marketed.

Output: A banana farmer, Mr. C. Arumugam, Puthuvilai, Thalakkulam (P.o), Kanyakumari district who has attended the vocational training and the special programme trainings has successfully established a value addition enterprise. He is earning an average income of Rs. 45,000/- per month. In addition, he is giving employment to 13 farm women. The products are being marketed in the name of “Kumari Farmers products”. He is marketing the products in exhibitions also. The entrepreneur has given programmes in radio and television about the enterprise. He has also published many articles in Tamil magazines. Mr. C. Arumugam received “Velaan Asiriyar Award- 2014” and “Uzhavar Ookuvipalar Award-2015” of Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore.

Outcome: Twenty banana farmers have successfully formed Banana Farmers Self Help Group. Farm women who have attended the trainings are preparing the products for their household purposes and spread it to neighbourers also. The entrepreneur is giving advisory services through phone. The scope of this enterprise spreads to other districts and states also.

Impact: A banana farmer, Mr. C. Arumugam, Puthuvilai, Thalakkulam (P.o), Kanyakumari district has successfully established a value addition enterprise. He is earning an average income of Rs. 45,000/- per month. In addition, he is giving employment to 13 farm women.

15. B. Give details of innovative methodology or innovative technology of Transfer of Technology developed and used during the year - Nil

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15. C. Give details of indigenous technology practiced by the farmers in the KVK operational area which can be considered for technology development (in detail with suitable photographs)

S. Crop / ITK Practiced Purpose of ITK No. Enterprise 1 Paddy Leaf extract of Bird’s eye chilli is used For control of ear head bug in paddy 2 Brinjal Brinjal seedlings are soaked in water For control of Fusarium wilt before planting, which contains one gram of asephoetidaand 10 grams of turmeric powder per liter of water. 3 Banana Cris cross tagging with nylon rope, For protecting the crops from coir rope wind damage 4 Banana Bunch covering with coconut frond For better colour and texture basket in red banana and Nendran 5. Papaya Mixing of 5g of Pseudomonas with To control viral disease in 10ml of soar butter milk with 1 liter of papaya water 6. Agri/Horticultural Application and mixing of human hair To avoid wild pig menace crops with surface soil 7 Red gram Red Soil coating in Red Gram for seed To prevent disease and pest storage infestation for storing of seeds during the next season 8 Chilli Red gram as a border crop in Chilli Trap crop for chilli against fruit borer 9 Tapioca Heap method of planting in tapioca Rain water stagnation is avoided by adopting this structure. 10 Vegetables and Meen amilam Mainly used for improving Banana nitrogen and also used against pest attack 11 Rice Calotropis in Pest control in paddy Incorporating Calotropis into Nursery nursery

16. IMPACT

16.A. Impact of KVK activities (Not to be restricted for reporting period).

Name of specific No. of % of Change in income (Rs.) technology/skill transferred participants adoption Before (Rs./Unit) After (Rs./Unit) Coconut tonic root feeding 791 55.0 25100 to 28500 35000 to 41000 Coconut climber 85 32.5 13500 to 14200 25000 to 29500 Soil test based paddy 425 42.0 49200 to 57200 58100 to 72100 cultivation Paddy mechanization 545 84.0 30,000 to 42500 43000 to 55000

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Nursery and cut flower 75 15.0 2300 to3300/month 6100 to production 8200/month Mushroom production 95 20.0 - 13,000 to 15,000 Handicrafts from Banana 125 12.0 2400 to 3100/month 4500 fibre to7500/month Value addition in banana 85 14.5 2200 to 3000/month 5100 to6900/month Rice TPS 5 525 42.0 54500 67100

NB: Should be based on actual study, questionnaire/group discussion etc. with ex-participants.

16.B. Cases of large scale adoption (Please furnish detailed information for each case)

1. Soil test based fertilizer application in paddy

Paddy is the major food crop cultivated in more than 17,307 hectares in Kanyakumari District. The soil is acidic in 50-60 per cent of the paddy cultivated area. This has resulted in nutrient imbalances and thereby reduction in the yield. In many cases the yield reduction is due to less number of productive tillers and unfilled grains. The yield reduction is recorded to be the tune of 750 to 1500 kg/ha. The average yield is 4.5 t/ha. But with the introduction of SRI the average yield increased to 7.45t/ha. The yield targeted could not be attained due to soil problem.

Intervention The addition of Dolomite based on soil test is cheaper available amendment. Application of organic manures, in-situ green manuring and balanced fertilization for paddy.

Details of technology The in-situ green manuring with Sesbania aculeate(Daincha-25 kg/ha) and incorporating into the soil at time of flowering. Based on the soil test, application of the cheaper amendment/liming material (Dolomite-500kg/ha) and balanced fertilization with the deficient nutrient viz. ZnSO4 at 25 kg/ha.

Result and Feedback The demonstration on soil test based paddy cultivation recorded an average yield increase of 10-35 per cent with the BCR of 2.0-2.35. The tiller/hill increased from 25.5-27.9. There was no grain discoloration. The grains fetched better marketability.

Impact The soil test based fertilization application for paddy, gain momentum among the farmers, since the amendment added not only mitigated the soil acidity but also a source of magnesium. The magnesium imparted better chlorophyll synthesis thereby more grain formation and filling. The zinc sulphate application has added influence on balanced fertilizers application and increased the yield. The technology has spread to 1500-2000 hectares.

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2. Banana Pseudostem Weevil management

Banana is one of the major crop of Kanyakumari district occupies an area of around 8500 ha. Incidence of pseudo stem weevil and nematode are the major threats in banana cultivation and at severe conditions it resulted in an yield reduction of 50 per cent. Hence, there is an urgent need to cater the needs to this problem. A technology which has already been developed by Tamil Nadu Agricultural University was demonstrated by the KVK, Pechiparai for the past six years (2008-14) at different locations of Kanyakumari district. The extension functionaries of the State Department of Agriculture and Horticulture were also involved in this demonstration. The demonstration yielded huge response from the farmers of this district as it was effective in managing the pest problem.

Interventions: Pseudostem injection of monocrotophos for the management of pseudostem weevil in banana.

Technology demonstrated The technology involves treatment stem injection of monocrotophos at 5, 7 and 8 month after planting @ 2 ml at 45 and 150 cm height. The solution of monocrotophos is prepared by diluting 54ml of the commercially available monocrotophos in 350 ml of water. The injection has been given at opposite direction to the first injection. This technology has now spread over an area of more than 1500 ha. in this district and is being recommended by the District extension functionaries.

Result The technology of banana pseudostem injection of monocrotophos @ 4ml / plant registered the highest per cent reduction (76.07%) over the farmers practices with a net profit of Rs.3,84,840. As the banana pseudostem injection technology is very simple, cost effective and produced a BCR of 3.33 per rupee investment it is highly accepted by the farmers.

Impact After attending the training programmes and demonstrations some of the self help groups, rural youth and farmers have taken initiative to adopt the technology for income generation. They are charging Rs. 2 per plant for pseudostem injection using monocrotophos and earning a net profit of Rs.1500- 2000/ha. as a part time venture

3. Rice TPS-5 Variety – A Boon To Kanyakumari District Background Rice is one of the major crops being cultivated in Kanyakumari District. It occupies more than 12000 ha in two seasons (Kharif and Rabi) of the year. ASD 16 is the only rice variety cultivated by the farmers in Kannipoo season. Low yield due to lodging, occurrence of pest and diseases (leaf folder, stem borer and tungro)and poor grain filling are the major constraints reported by the farmers while cultivating ASD rice varieties. So, farmers need alternate high yielding, non-lodging, pest and disease resistant variety.

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Scope Agricultural Research Station, Thirupathisaram has released TPS-5 rice variety during 2013 which is having almost similar duration of existing ASD 16. Also the new variety produces 10-15% higher yield, non-lodging, tall growing and moderately tolerant to most of pest and diseases. This variety may fulfill the requirement of farmers.

KVK interventions The new variety (TPS-5) seeds was introduced to the farmers through KVK and ARS, Thirupathisaram initially through FLDs programmes. Created awareness through leaflets, folders, Air Message and talk to the farmers. The new variety along with IWM and ICM practices were imparted through frequent trainings and special programmes.

Trainings and Front Line Demonstrations were conducted on newly released TPS-5 variety with early post emergence herbicide to the farmers. FLDs were raised during 2014 at Ramapuram village of Agestheswaram block. FLDs on Integrated Weed Management in (TPS -5) rice were conducted during 2015-16 at Ramapuram and Andarkulam villages. FLDs on Integrated Crop Management in TPS-5 rice were conducted during 2016-17 in Peiyakulam ela of Manavalakurchi village of Kurunthankodu block. On and off campus trainings, Field days, extension functionaries trainings, special programmes, seminar, exhibitions were also conducted for the last five years. The following table clearly depicts the details of the programmes conducted at KVK from 2014- 2018.

S. No. Title Nos. Total Extension participants functionaries (Nos.) 1. FLDs on popularization of new variety TPS-5 10 10 3 and early post emergence herbicide in rice 2. FLDs on IWM in (TPS-5) rice variety 10 10 2 3. FLDs on ICM in (TPS-5) rice variety 10 10 2 4. FLDs on IWM in direct sown rice (TPS 5) 10 10 1 5. On and Off campus training programmes 12 260 16 6. Field days 3 160 24 7. Extension functionaries trainings 12 - 265 8. Pre -rabi and pre- kharif training programmes, 5 1800 120 seminar, Exhibitions and meals 9. ATMA trainings 7 156 38

Impact During 2014-15, TPS 5 rice variety performed better with taller plants, increased panicle length, number of tillers/m2, number of productive tillers/m2 and filled grains/panicle than ASD 16. Demonstration (TPS 5 variety) recorded higher grain yield (70.1 q/ha) compared to ASD (56.5 q/ha).

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Yield increase was 26 percentage. Similarly, higher net returns (Rs. 83389/ha) and BCR (2.69) were recorded with TPS 5 compared to ASD 16 (net returns – Rs. 59119/ha); BCR – 2.24).

During 2015-16, the TPS variety was integrated with IWM practices and results indicated that demonstration recorded 54.9 q/ha compared to the check (46.66 q/ha). Though the straw was not harvested, the farmers realized higher gross income, net income and net income and B:C ratio.

Frontline demonstration on integrated crop management practices in rice with TPS 5 during 2016-17 was conducted in Manavalakurichi village. The crop growth with the demonstration in terms of plant height, tillers, productive tillers were higher with demonstration than check.

Spread The TPS5 new variety has wide spread among the farmers of Agestheswaram, Kurenthencode and Rajakagamangalam blocks of Kanyakumari district. The higher yield in TPS 5 was due to high productive tillers and grain yield/ panicle. The per cent yield increase ranged from 10.5 to 32.2. The TPS -5 variety resulted in an additional income of Rs. 7000 to 12500/ha.

Apart from the FLDs, the technology was transferred to the farmers through trainings, field visits, diagnostic visit, seminars etc. The farmers interest groups of Rice in Thovalai and Agastheeswaram and Kurunthancodu were also trained about this technology. The extension functionaries of the district understood the importance of this new variety. The farmers were trained to produce the seeds by themselves and started to supply seeds to the fellow farmers. The technology has spread to 1000 to 1500 hectares in the district.

The seeds requirement of the farmers is satisfied partly by the KVK and ARS, Thirupathisaram. Department of Agriculture, Nagercoil is presently involved in TPS 5 seed production for further distribution to farmers.

16.C. Details of impact analysis of KVK activities carried out during the reporting period

Training effectiveness and adoption percentage of trainings

The training effectiveness were studied by formulation of appropriate questions and the trainees were evaluated before and after the training programs at KVK Thirupathisaram. The results are furnished below

Training Effectiveness of the trainings offered to farmers and the knowledge gain is given below: Sl. Date Training title No. of Evaluation Score Gain in No participants knowledge Pre Post (%) 1 Integrated Crop 138 231 31.0 Management in Nendran 06.08.2018 banana 35

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2 Integrated Crop 98 201 49.0 07.08.2018 41 Management in Tuberose 3 07.09.2018 Processing of mango bar 5 124 229 36.2 4 Integrated Crop 109 180 37.3 14.09.2018 35 Management in Pepper 6 Integrated Crop 172 322 39.5 17.09.2018 86 Management in Redgram 7 Integrated Crop 93 147 30.0 16.10.2018 36 Management in Banana 8 Integrated Crop 67 132 40.6 17.10.2018 29 Management in Rice 9 Fodder crops production 93 182 46.8 27.11.2018 24 technologies 10 Organic cultivation of 103 301 36.3 29.11.2018 29 rice 11 Integrated Crop 94 163 34.5 04.12.2018 20 Management in ginger 12 Integrated Crop 9 43 68.0 06.12.2018 Management in 22 groundnut 13 Integrated Crop 61 146 47.2 10.12.2018 23 Management in rice 14 Integrated Nutrient 53 114 46.9 13.12.2018 11 Management in rice 15 11.04.2018 Mushroom cultivation 12 98 162 30.5 16 11.10.2018 Mushroom cultivation 20 150 260 42.3

Adoption percentage: The technology adoption by the farmers after attending the training programmes were studied and the adoption percentage is furnished below Sl. No Training title No. of No. of persons Adoption (%) participants adopted 1 IPDM in bhendi 58 25 43.1 2 IPDM in banana 29 21 72.4 3 Mushroom cultivation and 102 46 45.1 value addition 4 Biocontrol agents in disease 27 15 55.6 Management 5 ICM in tapioca 26 20 76.9 6 ICM in banana& Acid soil 19 7 36.8 management 7 ICM in Rice 51 25 51.0

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Trainings were conducted for ICM practices, Nutrient management, weed management, plant protection, nutrient deficiency management and organic cultivation in rice for 184 trainees. About 26 per cent of the trainees are following ICM practices in rice. In banana trainings were given to 130 farmers and nearly 25% of the farmers are practicing INM and 31% are following the interventions given by KVK, Kanyakumari on pseudostem weevil management. The short duration variety hraswa was adopted by 15% of the trainees due to the preference by the consumers and the short duration of the crops. Out of the 63 trainees who participated in training on ICM in tuberose 12 farmers are following the interventions given by KVK on cultivation and disease management of the crop. Trainings were also conducted for other crops like groundnut, fodder, ginger, papaya and cocoa. Training on Rugose spiraling white fly management was given to 14 farmers and 12 farmers adopted the practice.

Impact of skill development training on mushroom cultivation in Kanyakumari district The impact of training on knowledge gain about mushroom production as an enterprise/self-employment was studied in detail. The training program on mushroom production was focused on farmers, farm women and youths who have interested in self-employment. The impact of the training was assessed by parameters such as impact of knowledge. Appropriate schedule was prepared which was pre evaluated and post evaluated for its validity before and after data turnings.

ICAR-KVK intervention in Mushroom promotion and production enterprise Capacity Target people Type of intervention building 1 day Farmers, Farm women  Training and Youths  Spawn production  Demonstration of oyster mushroom  Demonstration of milky mushroom  Mushroom experience sharing among farmers  Short Message Service  Popularizing through mass media  Visit to mushroom centre

Increase in level of knowledge Pre exposure and post-exposure scores were computed for all the sub-components of mushroom production. In pre-evaluation test, the knowledge range of different participants was 18.06 per cent regarding the types of mushroom to 58.33 percent in mushroom recipes. Post evaluation training score of various practices ranged from 77.78 per cent in case of spawn production to 95.83

KVK-Kanyakumari-APR-2018-19 87 per cent in case of importance of casing. It was noticed that pre training knowledge score was not much satisfactory for all the aspects of training programme. However, the knowledge score gained by participants after training was more satisfactory in all aspects. Sufficient gain in knowledge regarding mushroom production was recorded for sub-components viz., Nutritive value, optimum growing condition, types of mushroom, suitable substrate, importance of casing, quality spawn production, harvesting methodologies, marketing channels, preservation techniques and Mushroom receipes. In Table it was observed that 63.88 per cent of the respondents were deviating in knowledge on types of mushroom after training. Whereas, 59.72 per cent of the trainees were deviating knowledge on preservation techniques after training. While, 55.55 per cent of the respondents were deviating in knowledge on importance of casing during mushroom production after training. It was revealed that 54.16 per cent of the trainees were deviating knowledge on mushroom spawn production after training. Whereas, 48.61, 47.22 and 45.83 per cent of the trainees were deviating knowledge on substrate suitability, optimum growing condition, and marketing channels. It may therefore be concluded that respondents succeeded in acquiring knowledge after exposure to training on mushroom production. Thus, it can be inferred that exposure to training had increased the knowledge regarding all the sub-components of mushroom production. The reason behind the satisfactory gain in knowledge might be well educational background of participant also having keen interest of participants. Gain in knowledge after training with respect to different components (n=72)

Sl.No Parameters Pre training Post training Deviation in (%) (%) knowledge 1 Nutritive value 41 (56.94) 66 (91.67) +25 (34.72) 2 Optimum growing 29(40.28) 63 (87.50) +34 (47.22) condition 3 Types of mushroom 13 (18.06) 59 (81.94) +46 (63.88) 4 Suitable substrate 29 (40.28) 64 (88.89) +35 (48.61) 5 Mushroom spawn 17 (23.61) 56 (77.78) +39 (54.16) 6 Marketing channels 35 (48.61) 68 (94.44) +33 (45.83) 7 Preservation techniques 23 (31.94) 66 (91.67) +43 (59.72) 8 Importance of casing 29 (40.28) 69 (95.83) +40 (55.55) 9 Harvesting 28 (38.89) 57 (79.17) +29 (40.27) methodology 10 Mushroom recipes 42 (58.33) 69 (95.83) +27 (37.50)

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17. LINKAGES

17.A. Functional linkage with different organizations

S.No Name of organization Nature of linkage 1. Department of Agriculture Monthly Zonal Workshop, ATMA trainings, Kisan Kalyan Karyashala programme, Diagnostic visits, SAC meeting 2. Department of Horticulture Joint diagnostic visits to Tapioca mealy bug affected fields& clove fields, SAC meeting 3. HRS, Pechiparai Combined diagnostic visit to Clove and Jack 4. AIR, Nagercoil Radio programmes, technical messages, Announcement, Live interaction programme with farmers), Live broadcasting of KVK programmes 5. Doordharsan,Chennai Television programmes telecating - Farmers success stories 6. CTCRI, Thiruvananthapuram Joint diagnostic visit to Tapioca mealy bug affected fields and Seminar 7. ARS, Thirupathisaram, FRS, Professor and Heads of Research Stations interacted Thovalai & HRS, Pechiparai with the farmers during the Farmer – Scientist interaction meeting chaired by the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, TNAU 8. Lead Bank (IOB)- RSETI Collaborative trainings on Mushroom cultivation and Nagercoil Value addition 9. Department of Bio- energy, Training on Bio gas production to farmers TNAU, Coimbatore

NB The nature of linkage should be indicated in terms of joint diagnostic survey, joint implementation, participation in meeting, contribution received for infrastructural development, conducting training programmes and demonstration or any other

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17.B. List special programmes undertaken by the KVK and operational now, which have been financed by State Govt./Other Agencies - Nil

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