Scientific Advisory Committee Meeting Report of ICAR – Krishi Vigyan Kendra (April 2019 to Dec 2020)
Presented at 40th SAC Meeting On 29thJan 2021
ICAR – KRISHI VIGYAN KENDRA (Host : Sri Avinashilingam Educational Institutions ) Vivekanandapuram, Karamadai Coimbatore – 641113
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Index
Page Part No Title Number
I General information about the KVK 5
II Details of District 7
III Technologies Assessment (OFT) 15
IV Technologies Demonstrations (FLD) 17
V Farmers Field School (FFS) 21
VI Special Activities 22
VII Training Programmes 25
VIII Extension Activities 26
IX Soil And Water Testing Lab 27
X Functional Linkages 28
XI Performance of Infrastructures 30
XII Financial Performance 33
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I. GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE KVK
1.1 Name and address of : ICAR - Krishi Vigyan Kendra KVK Vivekanandapuram Post, Seeliyur (Via) Karamadai Block Coimbatore District, TamilNadu – 641 113
Telephone : (04254) 284223
Fax : (04254) 284820
E Mail : [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Web Address : www.avinashilingamkvk.org
1.2 Name and address of : Sri Avinashilingam Educational Institutions the Host organization Saradalaya, Bharathi Park Road, Coimbatore – 641 043
Telephone : (0422) 2440140, 2448154, 2450380
Fax : (0422) 2443620, 2438786
E Mail : [email protected]
1.3 Name of the Senior : Dr.P.Kumaravadivelu Scientist and Head
Mobile : 09842441500, 07598485004
E Mail : [email protected]
1.4 Year of sanction : 1979 No. F. 22 (5)/79/Edu.II, Dated 16th April, 1979 of ICAR, New Delhi.
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1. 5 Staff Position (as on 31stDec, 2020)
Sl. Existing Pay Date of Permanent / Sanctioned post Name of the incumbent Discipline Grade Pay No. band joining Temporary
1 Senior Scientist and Head Dr.P.Kumaravadivelu Plant Protection 37400-67000 9000 09.11.2012 Permanent
2 Subject Matter Specialist N. Suganthi Soil Science 15600-39100 5400 02.01.2006 -- do --
3 Subject Matter Specialist P.Gomathi Home Science 15600-39100 5400 19.11.2007 -- do --
4 Subject Matter Specialist S.Sureshkumar Agronomy 15600-39100 5400 08.09.2010 -- do --
5 Subject Matter Specialist M.Sagadevan Horticulture 15600-39100 5400 09.09.2010 -- do --
6 Subject Matter Specialist Vacant - - - - -
7 Subject Matter Specialist P. Nagaraj Frederick Agrl. Engg (PA) 9300-34800 4200 17.12.1982 Permanent
8 Programme Assistant R. Banumathi Lab Technician 9300-34800 4200 24.06.1987 -- do --
9 Computer Programmer D. Ravindran Computer 9300-34800 4200 01.04.1993 -- do --
10 Farm Manager V.Muthukumar Farm Manager 9300-34800 4200 17.07.1988 -- do --
11 Accountant/Superintendent V.Palaniswamy Accounts 9300-34800 4200 16.04.2012 -- do --
12 Stenographer Vacant - - - - -
13 Driver 1 L. Premkumar - 5200-20200 2000 01.07.2002 -- do --
14 Driver 2 D.Samuvel Johnson - 5200-20200 2000 04.10.2010 -- do -- - 15 Supporting staff 1 N. Veerasamy 5200-20200 1800 01.08.2009 -- do -- - 16 Supporting staff 2 P Pavithra 5200-20200 1800 28.06.2019 -- do --
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1.6. Total land with KVK (in ha) : 20.5 ha
S. No. Item Area (ha)
1 Under Buildings 3.0
2. Under Demonstration Units 2.0
3. Under Crops 9.0
4. Orchard/Agro-forestry 6.5
5. Others -
Total 20.5
II - DETAILS OF DISTRICT
Location of Coimbatore District
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2.1 Major farming systems/enterprises (based on the analysis made by the KVK) S. No Farming system/ enterprise IRRIGATED 1 Paddy- Paddy, Paddy-Sugarcane 2 Sugarcane – Maize/ / Sorghum/ Groundnut / Cotton/ Vegetables/ Banana 3 Cotton + Blackgram+ Greengram+ Cowpea+ Maize, Cotton – Sesamum/ Maize/ Sorghum / Vegetables and Cumbu Napier CO-3 (Fodder Crop) 4 Tapiocca+ Brinjal/Onion, Tapiocca-Maize/ Sorghum / Groundnut 5 Turmeric +Onion+Chillies+Castor Seed, Turmeric- Maize / Sorghum / Vegetables and Cumbu Napier CO-3 (Fodder Crop) 6 Banana + Onion/ Coriander /Vegetable Cowpea / Tobacco and followed by Banana / Irrigated groundnut / Sorghum / Cotton and Cumbu Napier CO-3 (Fodder Crop) 7 Coconut +Banana (Few places) And Cumbu Napier CO-3 (Fodder Crop) 8 Coconut 9 Bhendi-Gourds-Chillies and Cumbu Napier CO-3 (Fodder Crop) 10 Tomato- Maize/Groundnut/Cotton 11 Maize- Ground nut/ Cotton/ Vegetables / Banana and Cumbu Napier CO-3 (Fodder Crop) 12 Brinjal – Maize and Cumbu Napier CO-3 (Fodder Crop) 13 Onion – Maize / Vegetables and Cumbu Napier CO-3 (Fodder Crop) 14 Cauliflower- Onion/Maize/ 14 Curry leaf (Perennial) 15 Jasmine (Perennial) 16 Tube rose (Perennial) RAINFED 1 Ground nut + Castor+Cowpea+Redgram, Groundnut- Green gram/ Jowar / Cowpea/ Sesamum 2 Cotton + Pulses 3 Sunflower – Bengalgram 4 Blackgram/Greengram/ Vegetable cowpea 5 Sorghum/ Maize/ Lablab / Horsegram/ Pillipesara
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2.2 Description of Agro-climatic Zone & major agro ecological situations (based on soil and topography) S. Agro climatic Zone Characteristics No Western Zone Annual rainfall is 718 mm in 45 days. The monthly mean maximum temperature is 350 C in April and 300 C in January and November. The monthly mean minimum temperature is 190 C in January and 240 C in May. The predominant soil types are red and black soils. Dry land
sowing start in June/July in red soils while groundnut is sown in red soils. In black soil areas, cotton for early rains and Bengalgram for late rains is raised. In the southern part of the zone the rainfall is about 550 mm only and more area is devoted to pastures with hardy trees like white babul. With the help of well and canal irrigation crops like cotton,
finger millet and sugarcane are raised. S. Agro- ecological Characteristics No situation 1. Humid to semi The Western Ghats and highlands of TamilNadu are humid but rest of arid the area is semi arid. The average annual rainfall in the central Western Ghats ranges from 600 to 2,000 mm and in southern part from 2,000 to 3,000 mm. The regions can be divided into Western Ghats, Plateau, River valleys, Undulating rocky plains and Coastal plains. The predominant soil groups are black, red, lateritic and alluvial. In the Western Ghats, acidic lateritic soils are predominant.
Source: Compendium of Research on Soil test crop response and rationalised fertilizer recommendations for crops in TamilNadu 1967 – 2000, TNAU
2.3 Soil types S. Soil type Characteristics Area in No ha 1 The soils are black / brown in colour. They include soils locally Black soil known as erugur or black cotton soil, deep cotton soil, medium black soil. One of the characteristic feature is that it swells on wetting during the rainy season and shrinks and cracks in summer. 746799 Red soil / Generally red or reddish brown are derived from granites, gneiss, Sandy soil and other metamorphic rocks. They include soils locally known as red sandy soil and red alluvium. Their main features are a light texture, structure, absence of lime, and low soluble salts.
Source : Soil atlas, State Dept of Agriculture
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2.4 Area, Production and Productivity of major crops cultivated in the district
S. No Crop Area (ha) Production (Qtl) Productivity (Qtl /ha) Cereals
1 Paddy 7406 206650 279.0
2 Jowar 77490 283380 36.6
3 Bajra 412 7450 180.7
4 Ragi 69 1160 167.2
5 Maize 21662 258640 119.4
6 Varagu 1 10 113.7
7 Samai 23 180 71.1
Pulses
8 Bengalgram 4500 33350 74.1
9 Redgram 365 1970 54.0
10 Blackgram 1863 13020 69.9
11 Greengram 4456 15790 35.4
12 Horsegram 4261 18370 43.1
Cash crops
13 Sugarcane 8894 12377160 (cane) 1391.6 (cane)
14 Cotton
Under Irrigated 1831 3910 3.63
Under Rainfed 9716 10898 1.91
15 Ground nut 22515 30471 1353
16 Gingelly 1478 715 484
17 Coconut 101541 10709 (Lakh nuts) 10547 (Nuts/ha)
18 Sun flower 282 350 1240
19 Castor 486 178 367
Fruits
15 Banana 8056 3955850 4910.4
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16 Mango 3805 72670 191.0
17 Jack 23 2840 1234.6
18 Guava 176 19190 1090.4
19 Grapes 288 55090 1913.0
20 Pomegranate 65 Not available Not available
21 Water Melan 56 Not available 250-300
Vegetables
22 Tapioca 848 324030 3821.1
23 Onion 2366 274990 1162.3
24 Brinjal 722 85020 1177.5
25 Bhendi 523 48970 936.4
26 Lab lab 113 Not available 80-100
27 Tomato 4846 508960 1050.3
28 Pumpkin 1026 Not available 180-200
29 Snake gourd 125 Not available 180
30 Ribbed gourd 77 Not available 140-150
Spices and condiments
31 Arecanut 1556 44690 (Cured nuts) 287.2
32 Cardamum 869 680 7.8
33 Chillies 1331 7560 56.8
34 Pepper 126 250 19.7
35 Curry leaf 1357 Not available 150
36 Mint 5 Not available 150-200
37 Coriander 2086 Not available 60-70
38 Turmeric 2339 178670 763.9
39 Tamarind 955 55940 5858
Source: State Statistical Department, Coimbatore
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2.5 Production and productivity of livestock, Poultry, Fisheries etc. in the district
Category Population Production Productivity Cattle Crossbred 3,22,202 22,55,414 (litres) 5-7 lit /Day /Animal Indigenous 40,038 2,00,190 (litres) 3-5 lit /Day /Animal Buffalo 40,912 2,45,472 (litres) 4-6 lit /Day /Animal Sheep Crossbred 47,898 11,97,450 (Kg) 25 kg at market age Indigenous 1,58,937 28,60,866 (Kg) 12–18 kg at market age Goats 2,86,499 51,56,982 (Kg) 12-18 kg at market age Pigs Crossbred 3,944 2,76,080 (Kg) 70 Kg at market age Indigenous 8,721 4,36,050 (Kg) 40-50 Kg at market age Rabbits 16,562 33,124 (Kg) 1.5-2 Kg at market age Poultry Hens 4,19,68,683 - Desi (Egg) - - 70 Nos / Life span Layers (Egg) - - 210 Nos / Life span Desi (Meat) - - 2 kg with in a year Broilers (Meat) - - 2.4 kg within 37 days Ducks 4,804 12,010 (Kg) 2.5 Kg at market age Turkey 25,425 1,77,975 (Kg) 3-7 kg with in a year Category Area Production Productivity Fish Marine It is not a significant, profitable and progressive enterprise in Inland Coimbatore district, Because the soil characteristics and Prawn availability of water in Coimbatore district is not conducive for fishery enterprise. Scampi Shrimp
Source: Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Chennai
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2.6 Details of Operational area / Villages
Sl. Taluk/ Name of the Name of the Year of Major crops & Major problem Identified No. Mandal block village adoption enterprises identified Thrust Areas KVK adopted villages Pollachi Perumpathy 2019 Coconut, Pest and Integrated (North) Vegetables, disease crop Groundnut and incidence management Dairy Nutrient deficiency 1 Pollachi Anaimalai RM Pudur 2017 Coconut, Paddy, Lack of green Integrated Fodder fodder, Pest and crop Vegetables, disease management Groundnut, and incidence Dairy Low yield due to Introduction Selvapuram 2019-20 Star jasmine with ICM in old cultivar Coimbatore star jasmine 2 PNPalayam (North) Integrated Kuppuchi Sorghum, Low yield due to 2019 Crop palayam Pulses old Varieties Management Integrated Maize, Pest and pest and 3 Sulur Sultanpet Vadavalli 2019-20 Vegetables and Disease Disease Coconut Management Integrated Millets and Low yield due to 4 Mettupalayam Karamada Karamada 2019-20 crop Sorghum old Varieties management DFI villages
Low yield due to Introduction 5 Pollachi Madukarai Ellur 2018-19 Tomato with ICM in old hybrid tomato Low yield due to Introduction Groundnut 6 Kinathukadavu Kinathukadavu Govindapuram 2017-18 old hybrid of Farm Vegetables Labour scarcity machineries
2.7 Priority thrust area
Sl.No. THRUST AREAS 1 : Enhancing production & productivity in oilseeds and pulses 2 : Soil health 3 : Plant protection in vegetables 4 : Modern irrigation systems 5 : Higher productivity of green fodder 6 : Enhancing milk quality and quantity 7 : Processing and value addition
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III. TECHNOLOGIES ASSESSED UNDER VARIOUS CROPS
On-farm testing is conducted to identify the location specific of agricultural technologies. Five ON Farm Trials have been conducted on agriculture and allied enterprises. Totally 15 technologies were field tested in 25 partner farmers field covering 10 ha of land. 1. Assessing the performance of green gram varieties Performance of three varieties has been assessed in 5 farmers’ fields at Naickampalayam village during Rabi 19. The varieties assessed are i) Co 6 which was being cultivated by the farmers more than a decade ii) Greengram Variety Co 8 iii) Greengram Variety –DGG 1. Among the three varieties, Co 8 produced more number of pods i.e.43. The yield obtained from Co 8 was 8.9/ha when compared to local check Co 6 (8.2q/ha) and DGG 1(8.7 q ) respectively which was 8.5 % higher yield over local check Co 6 variety. Gross cost incurred for cultivation were Rs.49240,Rs 48159 and Rs 49235 & the Gross income obtained were Rs.60270,Rs.65415 and Rs.65415 respectively for Co 6,Co 8 and DGG 1. The Net return was high in Co 8 i.e Rs.17256 compared to local check variety Co 6 and DGG 1. Hence the variety Co 8i has higher BCR of 1.36 whereas it is 1.22 in Co 6 (local variety) and 1.33 in DGG 1. Apart from the above statics the Groundnut variety Co 8 Moderately resistant to YVM disease. Hence it could be concluded that cultivation of Greengram variety Co 8 can be ideal remunerative to Naickenpalayam, Periyanaickenpalayam blocks where Greengram are predominantly cultivated in Coimbatore district. 2. Assessment of Maize Fall Army worm management in Maize In maize, fall army worm is the major problem for the farmers. The farmers mostly rely on the pesticide for the management, despite of array of alternate methods available. Keeping in this view, assessed integrated maize fall army worm management technologies in Vadavalli village of Sultanpet block. The results revealed that the yield increased and pest incidence reduced in IPM technology implemented plots. The TO1 recorded higher yield (51.70 q/ha) as compared with farmers’ practice (38.45q/ha). Besides, average increase in yield to the tune of 34.46 percent with higher BCR of 2.03 and very low incidence of FAW (18.10 %) were recorded in TO1 as compared to other technological options. The farmers reacted that IPM package was good with an additional income of Rs. 24665.00 per ha compared to farmers practice.
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3. Assessing the performance of different fertilizer schedules in curryleaf Performance of two technologies has been assessed in 5 farmers’ fields at Kiddampalayam village during Kharif 2018. The technologies assessed are i) Farmers practice ii) NIPHM - Application of NPK@5:10:10g/plant/ harvest along with 4 kg of FYM + gypsum application (for every harvest) iii) TNAU - NPK @60:80:40 g/plant/year along with 10 kg of FYM + gypsum application. The leaf yield obtained from NIPHM technology was 187.49 q/ha, TNAU technology 185.38 q/ha when compared to local check 157.63 q/ha. Gross cost incurred in NIPHM technology, TNAU technology for cultivation were Rs.84820/-and Rs. 84820 /-and the Gross income obtained were Rs. 224988 /- and Rs. 222456 /- respectively. The Net return was high in NIPHM technology i.e Rs.140748 /-, TNAU technology i.e Rs 137636 /-.Compared to farmers practice i.e Rs.91296/-.Hence the yield from the NIPHM technology field higher BCR of 2.67, TNAU technology had BCR of 2.62, whereas it is 1.93 in conventional method. Hence it could be concluded that cultivation of NIPHM technology can be ideal for getting good quality leaf with low pest infestation in curryleaf 4 .Assessment of high yielding Water melon varieties suitable for Coimbatore district ` The trial was conducted for assessing three varieties of Water melon in five selected farmer’s field. Three technologies (varieties) namely Private hybrids – Sugar baby (Farmers practice), Arka Muthu(Technology option 1) and Shonima (Technology option 2) were assessed in the field experiment. The Water melon variety Arka Muthu seeds were procured from ICAR- Indian Institute of Horticulture, Bangalore and Shonima seeds were procured from Department of Vegetable Crops, Kerala Agricultural University , Kerala. The yield attributing parameters viz., fruit length (cm) and individual fruit weight (Kg) were also recorded in this trial. The maximum fruit length (42.97 cm) and individual fruit weight (3.82 Kg) were recorded in Technology option 1(Arka Muthu) followed by 13.22 cm of fruit length and 13. 86 g of fruit weight were observed in Technology option 2 (Shonima). The minimum fruit length of 13.20 cm and 13.74g of individual fruit weight were recorded in Farmers practice. The Technology option 1 (Cultivation of Water melon variety Arka Muthu) was recorded higher net return (Rs. 1.29 Lakh/ha) followed by cultivation of Shonima (Technology option 2) of Rs. 2.04 Lakh/ha. The lowest net return of Rs.1.64 Lakh/ha was recorded in Farmers practice.
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5 .Assessment of different sweeteners for cookies preparation Five Participants were selected in Karamadai block of Coimbatore district. Among the five two participants belongs from bakery industry and three from SHGs sectors. Training and method demonstration were conducted for selected beneficiary. Consumer feedback was collected. Palm sugar cookies were acceptable in terms of color, taste and texture when compared to White sugar and Jaggery incorporated cookies. Cookies from Palm sugar incorporated enhance the nutritional value of the product. Production cost of one kg palm sugar incorporated cookies was Rs.350 when compared to technology option one and two was Rs.150 and Rs.130 respectively. Based on the consumer aspect 85% of the participants was expresses palm sugar incorporated cookies was good. In exciting practices entrepreneurs were prepared only white sugar, Jaggery and refined flour incorporated cookies. After the trail incorporation of palm sugar with millet concept was developed. This technology will be promoted large number of entrepreneurs through line departments and KVK trainings.
IV. TECHNOLOGIES DEMONSTRATED UNDER VARIOUS CROPS
Demonstrations in various crops like, Cotton, Ragi, Maize, Chillies, Banana. Coconut, Tomato, Vegetable cow pea, Curryleaf, Jasmine, Groundnut, Poultry, Milk and fodder have been conducted in Karamadai, SarkarSamakulam, Annur, Anaimalai and Periyanaickenpalayam blocks of Coimbatore district. 1.Integrated Crop Management in Cotton
ICM in cotton was demonstrated in 4 ha of in Elur village of Kinathukadavu.In this demonstration apart from seed material Suvin, we demonstrated seed treatment with bio agents like T.viride, Pseudomonas and bio fertilizer like Azospirillum Phosphobacteria and erection of pheromone trap. Seed treatment with bio agent is reduced root rot incidence up to 45% and bio fertilizer treated plot reduced the nitrogenous fertilizer application up to 15%. Apart from this yield increase 22.96 was recorded In this demonstration. Farmers got BC ratio of 2.27 in demonstration as against 1.86 in local check. 2. Integrated crop management in Ragi: ICM in Ragi (Co -15) was demonstrated for 10 farmers in an area of 4 ha at Korapathi village of Karamadai block. The major problem noticed was cultivation of
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old variety, Poor nutrient management. The yield increase is 18.9% than the control plot. Higher BC ratio was recorded in demonstration 1.6 compare to local check 1.4. 3. Integrated crop management in Kuthiraivali: Poor yield and Continuous cultivation of old cultivar are the major problem identified in Kuthiraivali. ICM in Kuthiraivali (MDU – 1 ) was demonstrated in an area of 4 ha (belongs to 10 farmers) at Athikadavu village of Karamadai block. Soil Application of Millet micronutrient @5 kgs/Acre showed significant grain yield in demo field(5.65q/Ha.). The yield increase was recorded 17.7 % than the control plot. 4. ICM in Chillies: The Kendra has identified problems in chillies cultivation through group discussions and PRA survey. They are Water scarcity, no awareness on soil testing and soil test based fertilizer recommendation, micronutrient deficiency, occurrence of pest and diseases. To overcome these, the Kendra has demonstrated ICM technologies. This demonstration was carried out in Adhimathayanur village of Karamadai block in an area of 4 ha. Through this demonstration, awareness on soil testing and soil test based fertilizer application and micronutrient application is created among the village farmers. The yield increase is 26.8 % when compared to traditional method of cultivation. 5. ICM in Vegetable cowpea: The major problems noticed in vegetable cowpea cultivation are Water scarcity, no awareness on soil testing and soil test based fertilizer recommendation, micronutrient deficiency, occurrence of pest and diseases. To overcome these, the Kendra has demonstrated ICM technologies. This demonstration was carried out in Thekkampatty village of Karamadai block in an area of 4 ha. Through this demonstration, awareness on soil testing and soil test based fertilizer application and micronutrient application is created among the village farmers. The yield increase is 19.8 % when compared to traditional method of cultivation. 6. ICM in Tomato Integrated Crop Management in Tomato was demonstrated in 10 farmers’ fields covering 4 ha at Ellur village of Madukkarai block. Major problem noticed were improper nutrient Management, micronutrient deficiency and pest and diseases incidences. In this Demonstration 12.1 % increased yield was recorded over the farmers practice. It was observed that higher BCR of 3.1 in demonstration as against local check ( 2.2 ).
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7. Demonstration of Integrated Crop Management in Banana var: Nendiran Integrated Crop Management in Banana var: Nendiran was demonstrated in 10 farmers’ fields covering 4 ha at Govanur village of Periyanaickenpalayam block. Major problem noticed were improper nutrient Management, micronutrient deficiency and pest and diseases incidences. In this Demonstration 12.67 % increased yield was recorded over the farmers practice. It was observed that higher BCR of 1.30 in demonstration as against 1.2 in local check. 8. Demonstrating Star jasmine Co-1 Integrated Nutrient Management in Star Jasmine, demonstration was carried out in Pannimadai village of Periyanaickenpalayam block in an area of 0.4 ha. Through this demonstration, Soil test based fertilizer recommendation, foliar application micronutrients, and Soil application of bio fertilizers were demonstrated and created awareness among the village farmers. The yield increase is 8.4 % when compared to traditional method of cultivation. 9. Demonstrating Integrated soil and water conservation and fertility management in Coconut Integrated soil and water conservation and fertility management in Coconut was demonstrated in 10 farmers’ fields covering 4 ha at Sulakkal village of Kinathukadavu block. It is in progress. Method demonstrations such as root feeding of Coconut tonic and soil application of VAM and Azophos has been conducted in Coconut field. The farmers were very much convinced with the performance of root feeding of TNAU Coconut Tonic in Coconut for budden shedding management .The farmers are expressed this technology is cost effective and easy to adopt. 10. Demonstration of Multi cut fodder variety Co 31 Based on the PRA survey the following constrains were noticed such as Lack of knowledge about importance of green fodder, Non availability of green fodder which leads to infertility and poor milk yield and Inadequate source of fodder crops. To overcome these problems our Kendra was implemented Co31 fodder sorghum in Senkalipalayam village of Periyanaickenpalayam block. In this demonstration the milk yield was increased up to 20 % and also the concentrate feed cost was also reduced. 12. Demonstration of area specific mineral mixture in dairy cows Major problem identified in cross breed cows are Poor fertility rate, Low body weight, Poor yield and quality of milk. This demonstration was conducted with 10 animals covering Selvapuram of P.N.Palayam block. Supplementation of mineral
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mixture was found in improving health of animals and constantly milk yield is increased up to ½ lit to 1lit. 13. Demonstrating feed supplementation with yeast culture in dairy cows Indigestion, Poor absorption of nutrients are the major problems identified in dairy animals. This demonstration was conducted with 10 animals covering Selvapuram of Periyanaickenpalayam block. In this demonstration, yeast culture was provided regularly along with feed supplement. The additional milk yield recorded is higher (750 ml per day per animal) and SNF percent is 7 when compared to untreated animals. 14. Popularization of ethino veterinary treatment for prevention of ranikhet disease Based on the farmer’s interaction and PRA survey, High mortality due to Ranikhet disease incidence was the major problem noticed in poultry farming. To overcome these, the Kendra has implemented anethino veterinary treatment to 250 birds of ten farmers in Govanur village of P.N.Palayam block in collaboration with State department of Animal Husbandry. The mortality rate is reduced up to 6 % when compared to untreated birds 40 %. 15. Demonstration of Curry leaf stripper and value addition Based on the training and farmers discussion the following problems were noticed such as Lack of knowledge about importance of curryleafs wider prevalence of anemia among women and lack of knowledge on preparation of iron rich convenience foods. To overcome these problems our Kendra was demonstrated Curry leaf stripper and value addition at T.G.Pudur village of Karamadai block. In this demonstration the value added curry leaf products got good market price (Rs.250 / kg) and gives additional income (Average: Rs. 7000/ month) 16. Demonstration of Milk protein enriched noodles This demonstration was carried out in Pothanur village of Kinathukadavu block. The Kendra has identified maida flour incorporated noodles and Lack of variety in noodles through group discussions and training. To overcome these, the Kendra has demonstrated Milk protein enriched noodles. In this demonstration the shelf life of the product was increased up to 180 days. Milk protein enriched noodles have good taste and flavour & fetched additional income of Rs. 68.38per kg.
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17. Nutritional security and income generation through improved desi hybrids in Coimbatore region Based on the farmer’s interaction, Poor weight gain due to local breeds was the major problem noticed in poultry farming. To overcome these, the Kendra has planned to demonstrate the performance of improved desi hybrids in Coimbatore region. This programme was demonstrated in ten farmers in RM Pudur village of Anamalai block. Weight gain (1.92 kgs) and egg production capacity of Gramapriya (21 no) is more when compared to local breeds. (Weight gain 1.02 kgs and egg production 12 no). 18. Demonstration on farm Mechanization in Rainfed Groundnut production Major problem identified in traditional groundnut harvesting method is totally depends on women power only. Now a days the labour availability in agriculture production system is uncertainty so that to solve their labour problem. We select 10 farmers of groundnut growers in Vadakkalur of Annur block and introduced TD groundnut seed drill, harvester and thrasher. It results to minimize the operational cost besides it saves Rs.7628/Ha and ensures timely operation. More over the missing pod percentage is nil, and eradicate weeds in the field. 19. Demonstration on TD check basin former in irrigated groundnut production Major problem identified in irrigated groundnut cultivation are Labour scarcity in peak season, high operational cost and Low labour output. To solve this problem the Kendra has demonstrated TD check basin former in irrigated groundnut. We selected 10 farmers of groundnut growers in Kariyagoundanur of Annur block and introduced TD check basin former. It results to minimize the operational cost besides it saves Rs.7230/Ha and ensures timely operation.
V. FARMERS FIELD SCHOOL (FFS)
Farmers Field School is one of the important approaches being adopted in educating as well as technically empowering the farmers. Based on the PRA survey we selected the major problems like white fly incidence in Coconut. Nearly 30 farmers were selected for this school. For this programme KVK scientists have acted as facilitator and Mr.T.Thiruvenkadam farmer acted as collaborator. Totally 14 classes were organized on the topics such as in Present scenario in Coconut cultivation, Factors influencing in Coconut production, Ecology assessment for Coconut cultivation, Soil fertility management , Soil water conservation, Integrated
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Pest management, Integrated Disease management, Integrated white fly management, Harvesting techniques, Exposure visits and Value addition, branding & marketing Following are the outcome of FFS programme Farmers field school on white fly management to save plant health Mass media coverage on coconut plant protection to ensure health of palms Crop health management has helped Production of safe and healthy Coconut The farmers were very much convinced with the performance of yellow stick trap and release of parasitoids for managing white fly and also taken by the nearby villages Coconut army is being formed to undertake proper crop management on contract basis Result: 1. Budden shedding was controlled. 2. White fly incidence was reduced up to 60
VI SPECIAL ACTIVITIES 1. Popularization of Roof Top Garden A terrace garden is a garden which is to be established on a terrace, roof, or patio, usually in a house or any building where there is limited gardening space. These types of gardens are especially popular in urban areas, and they are sometimes used in restaurants and other establishments as well .Plants or any components of the terrace garden can be ornamental or functional, and they are usually designed with container plants to make the terrace easier to manage. Raised beds can also be built on the terraces for gardening. Sun exposure and access to water are two important things to be considered while establishing the garden. Terrace garden can be supported technically as well as practically with required quality inputs. Establishing in urban terrace can be handled by rural/semi- rural population which can give them a standard income besides supporting urban population to produce quality Agriculture commodities. Training is proposed to be an important component for the rural / semirural youth populations to upgrade their skills to coordinate the project. Following are the outcome of special activities Six trainings were conducted for house hold population and youths
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2000 roof top garden kits were distributed to households through department of horticulture The kitchen waste can be recycled effectively to make organic manure and used in gardens 2. Demonstration of recycling of banana Pseudo stem for additional income. This programme was carried out in Karamadai, Pannimadai village of Karamadai, Periyanaickenpalayam block. The Kendra has identified problems in banana value addition through training and group discussions. They are lack of knowledge about value added products from banana, lack of knowledge about waste recycling. To overcome these, the Kendra has demonstrated recycling of banana Pseudo stem for additional income. Nendiran variety fiber have some silky appearance when compared to other varieties Handmade fiber has shinnying effect when compared to machine made fiber. The fiber based finished products has good appearance. It creates some aesthetic value. The shelf life of the stem pickle and flower pickle was 3 to 4 months. The shelf life of the banana fiber finished products was 10 to 20 yrs. Banana stem pickle got good market price (Rs.250 / kg) and gives additional income (Average : Rs. 6500/ month) Banana fiber got good marker price (Rs.250 to 300 / kg) and gives additional income. This fibre has good export potential Following are the outcome of special activities Farmer’s feedback of the programme Value added banana bi products such as banana flower pickle, and stem pickle got good market price (Rs.250 / kg) and gives additional income (Average : Rs.6500 / month.). Scientist feedback of the programme Banana stem pickle got good market price (Rs.250 / kg) and gives additional income (Average : Rs. 6500/ month) Two varieties such as Nendiran and Kadhali were used for banana fiber and stem. Banana fiber got good marker price (Rs.250/ kg) and gives additional income. This fibre has good export potential .The shelf life of the finished products was Rs. 10 to 20
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3. Value added products from tribal resources Value added products from tribal resource was introduced as one of income generation activity in tribal area. Lack of developed market, existence of bad weather causes significant interruption in collection and marketing of tribal products. Low price realization due to poor market infrastructure. Timely market information is not available for the forest produces. KVK Intervention Imparted trainings to 30 youth on Processing and value addition Organized exposure visits and interactions Created awareness through capacity building programme and method demonstration Technological intervention Imparted Skill trainings Processing and Preservation of honey Grading of non-timber forest resources Packing and labeling of processed products Market facilitation through TRIFED Output Three tribal groups were formed Scientific method of honey processing gives additional revenue of Rs 250 per liter Ten Tribal women adopted Value added tribal products as income generating enterprises after seeing the success 4.Cluster Frontline Demonstration of Bengal gram with Integrated Crop Management
Poor yield, pest and diseases are the major problems identified in Bengal gram. This will leads to poor yield and less return. ICM inBengal gram was demonstrated in an area of 20 ha (belongs to 50 farmers) at Vellamadai village of SS Kulam block. Cultivation of Jakki -9218 Bengalgram variety gave more yield (10.8q/ha) compare to farmer practicing variety Co4 (10.3q/ha) The yield increase was recorded 13.6% than the control plot.
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VII TRAININGPROGRAMMES April 2019-Dec 2020
No. of Participants No. of Area of training Cours General SC/ST Grand Total es Male Female Total Male Female Total Male Female Total On Campus Practicing Farmers 65 770 427 1197 49 163 212 819 590 1409 Rural Youth 17 112 164 276 19 47 66 131 211 342 Extn Functionaries 3 85 59 144 3 4 7 88 63 151 Off campus Practicing Farmers 151 1695 972 2667 164 187 351 1859 1159 3018 Rural Youth 14 76 113 189 29 34 63 105 147 252 Extn Functionaries 1 26 4 30 9 3 12 35 7 42 Sponsored training 31 365 277 642 54 63 117 419 340 759
Vocational Training 2 46 16 62 9 8 17 62 17 79
Total 284 3175 2032 5207 336 509 845 3518 2534 6052
Details of sponsoring agencies involved (for sponsored training programmes)
1. ATMA (Agricultural Technology Management Agency)
2. NADP (National Agricultural Development Project)
3. State Dept of Horticulture
4. State Dept of Agriculture
5. District Rural Development Agency
6. Government Polytechnic College for women
7. Dr. RV College of Arts and Science
8. Good Shepard Health and Education Centre
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VIII EXTENSION ACTIVITIES (April 2019– Dec 2020) Extension Programmes (including activities of FLD programmes)
No. of Sl No. of No. of Activities Extension TOTAL No programmes farmers Personnel 1 Advisory Services 734 1066 155 1221
2 Diagnostic visits 504 988 37 1025
3 Field Day 20 1372 66 1438
4 Group discussions 17 335 22 357
5 Kisan Ghosthi 19 5586 449 6035
6 Film Show 10 2319 69 2388
7 Self -help groups 18 404 14 418
8 Kisan Mela 3 2803 198 3001
9 Exhibition 17 3988 356 4344
10 Scientists' visit to farmers field 97 701 61 762
11 Plant/animal health camps 1 278 19 297
12 Farm Science Club 8 551 20 571
13 Ex-trainees Sammelan 2 401 3 404
14 Farmers' seminar/workshop 7 978 22 1000
15 Method Demonstrations 134 4204 53 4257
16 Celebration of important days 24 1464 46 1510
17 Special day celebration 10 1773 134 1907
18 Exposure visits 29 483 17 500
Others (Field visit, Farmers visits to KVK, Scientist visits to KVK, Jal 19 Sakthi Abiyan, PRA exercise, 772 11317 402 11719 COVID 19 awareness and Swachhta Packwada) 20 Pre Rabi campaign 3 4058 138 4196
Total 2429 45069 2281 47350
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DETAILS OF OTHER EXTENSION PROGRAMMES (April 2019 – Dec 2020)
Sl No Particulars Number 1 Animal Health Camp (No of Animals treated) 168 2 Bio Monthly News letter 7 3 Electronic Media (CD./DVD) 9 4 Extension Literature 37 5 Farmers visit to KVK 3967 6 Literature delivered as a resource person 37 7 News paper coverage 21 8 Popular articles 7 9 Radio Talks 12 10 Registration of farmers through ABS 762 11 Research articles 2 12 Success stories 7 13 TV Talks and webinar 18 Total 5054
IX.SOIL AND WATER TESTING LAB(April 2019 – Dec 2020)
No. of Samples Samples/ Through Using Mini Soil No. of Farmers No. of Villages SHC Traditional Testing Lab Lab
Soil samples 273 1341 1188 57
Soil Health 273 1341 1188 57 Cards (SHC) Water - 340 340 17 Total 273 1681 1528 74
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X. FUNCTIONAL LINKAGE WITH DIFFERENT ORGANIZATIONS
Name of organization Nature of linkage
Universities: Technical backstopping for all Agriculture and Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Horticulture crops Coimbatore Collaboration for conducting training
programmes and development programmes . for Agriculture and Horticulture enterprises
Tamil Nadu Veterinary Animal Technical backstopping for all livestock Sciences University, Chennai enterprises and Entrepreneurs development programmes Support received for conducting mandated activities like OFT, FLD and training programmes
Avinashilingam University, Coimbatore. Technical backstopping for women and child development programmes
Central Institutes Technical resource / guidance for improved Central Institute for Cotton Research and new technologies in cotton cultivation (CICR), Coimbatore Joint implementation of mandated activities
like OFT, FLD and training programmes
Central Institute of Agricultural Technical support for implementation of farm Engineering (CIAE), Coimbatore mechanization programmes in Bengal gram
and Groundnut Technical support for banana Pseudo stem recycling programmes
Institute of Forest Genetics and Tree Technical guidance for the production of Breeding, Coimbatore biofertilizer and bio agents for rural youth
State departments Involving the departments while conducting Department of Agriculture mandated activities like OFT, FLD and Department of Horticulture training programmes Department of Animal Husbandry ATMA training programmes Department of Agricultural Formation of FPOs Engineering Participation in exhibitions and farmers fairs
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Department of Sericulture Assessed and Proven technologies are Department of Forests transferred to farmers through line departments. Nationalized banks Financial assistance for Formation of NABARD SHG/JLG/ Farmers Club and Farmers Indian Overseas Bank producer organization State Bank of India Union Bank of India Indian Bank
District Rural Development Agency, Formation of IFS Model in all blocks utilizing Collectorate, Coimbatore. MNREGA workers
District Social Welfare Office, Women and Child Development Programmes Coimbatore. for SHGs
Tamil Nadu Mahalir Thittam, Tamil Women and Child Development Programmes for SHGs
Tamil Nadu Women Development Women and Child Development Programmes Corporation.
Farmers Club Federation, Establishment of Agri clinics in different parts Coimbatore district of the district for quality input supply Formation of Annam producer company, Mettupalayam vegetable producer company, Coconut and banana producer company Other Farmers producer companies Technical guidance to Vinayaga coconut producer company, Karpaga viruksham coconut producer company, Pollachi coconut producer company, Anaimalai coconut producer company, Pasumai coconut producer company, Kottur malaiyandipatinam coconut producer company, Thirumoorthy farmers producer company, Vellingiri farmers producer company, Coimbatore Agroforestry producer company, Tamil Nadu coconut producer company federation.
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Department of Agriculture Kerala For Entrepreneurs development programmes Good shepherd NGO Coimbatore Women and Child Development Programmes for SHGs
Community Polytechnics Coimbatore For Entrepreneurs development programmes
XI - PERFORMANCE OF INFRASTRUCTURE IN KVK(April 2019 – Dec 2020)
Production of seeds by the KVKs
Seed Seed supplied produced Seed supplied to farmers to other Enterprise Name of crop Variety Free seed Priced seed Quantity Value agencies Qty No of Qty No of Value Quantity Value (q) (Rs) Value (Rs) (q) farmers (q) farmers (Rs) (q) (Rs) Cereals Sorghum (Jowar/ CO 30 ------0.75 30000 Cholam/Jonna) Oil seeds Groundnut Dharani 0 0 13 50 117000 0 0 0 13 117000 Fodder Fodder COFS 0.95 38000 0 0 0 0.95 38000 0.95 0 0 Sorghum 31 Grand Total 0.95 38000 13 50 117000 0.95 38000 0.95 13.75 147000
Production of planting materials by the KVKs
Planting material Planting material supplied to farmers produced Enterprise Name of crop Variety Free supply Priced Quantity Value (Nos) (Rs) Quantity No of Value Quantity No of Value (Nos) farmers (Rs) (Nos) farmers (Rs) Medicinal Lemon Grass - 200 1000 300 10 1500 200 1 1000 and Aromatic Vettiveru - 2900 5500 2000 10 4000 2900 3 5500
Forest and Coconut Tall 8341 417050 0 0 0 8341 207 417050 plantation crops seedlings Cumbu Napier Co 4, Co Fodder 122750 49100 0 0 0 122750 35 49100 grass 5 Grand Total - 134191 472650 2300 20 5500 134191 246 472650
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Production of Bio-Products
Bio-products Bio-products supplied to farmers produced Name of the Category Free distribution Priced product Quantity Value (kg) (Rs) Quantity No of Value Quantity No of Value (kgs) farmers (Rs) (kgs) farmers (Rs) Bio-fertilizers VAM 2551 102700 20 5 1000 2551 17 102700
Vermicompost 10763 103910 500 10 5000 10763 34 103910
Earthworms for 16 7100 2 4 800 16 10 7100 vermicompost Bio-inputs Arka Banana special 597 94920 10 10 1600 597 86 94920
Arka Vegetable 213 38880 6 6 960 213 12 38880 special Psuedomonas 35 4200 0 0 0 35 2 4200
Bio-Products Neem Soap 89 42500 0 0 0 90 149 42500
Pongamia Soap 5 2500 0 0 0 25 50 2500
Total bio-products 14269 396710 538 35 9360 14290 360 396710
Production of livestock materials
Production Supplied to farmers Name of the Category Variety Free distribution Priced livestock Quantity Value (No) (Rs) Qtity No of Value Qtity No of Value (No) farmers (Rs) (No) farmers (Rs) Dairy cattle Cow Calf Heifer 8 190000 0 0 0 8 8 190000
Goat and Goat Tellicherry 6 27200 0 0 0 6 6 27200 Sheep Poultry Desi bird Kadaganath 254 34200 0 0 0 254 38 34200
Total 268 251400 0 0 0 268 49 251400
List Externally Funded Projects / schemes undertaken by the KVK and operational now, which have been financed by State Govt./Other Agencies
S.No Title of the Sponsoring Objectives Duration Amount (Rs) programme / agency project 1 FoCT CDB, Chennai Skill Training 6 days 56,500.00
2 STRY ATMA Skill Training 6 days 42000.00
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Training/workshops/seminars etc details attended by KVK staff
Name of the staff Title Dates Duration Organized by Mr.S.Sureshkumar Seminar on Fall 14.05 .19 3 days Central Institute SMS Agronomy Army worm to 16.05.19 of Plant Protection Management in maize Trichy Dr P Kumaravadivelu Work shop on 22.07.19 1 day TNAU Coimbatore Senior Scientist & Head Fall Army worm Mr.S.Sureshkumar Management in maize SMS Agronomy
Dr P Kumaravadivelu Workshop on 23.07.19 1 day TNAU Coimbatore Senior Scientist and Head Nematode & Mr.S.Sureshkumar management SMS Agronomy Dr P Kumaravadivelu World coconut day 02.09.19 1 day FPO’s and line Senior Scientist and Head, celebration department Pollachi Mr Sagadevan SMS Horti, Dr P Kumaravadivelu Waste management 19.12.19 1 day RV College of Arts Senior Scientist and Head and Science Mrs R Banumathi PA Home Karamadai Science Mrs.P.Gomathi District level 04.01.20 1 day NABARD SMS Home Science & interphase on FPOs Mrs R Banumathi PA Home Science Mr.S.Sureshkumar State Level Action 26.1.20 to 3 days State Department of SMS Agronomy plan meeting for 28.1.20 Agriculture ATMA Mr.S.Sureshkumar SREEP Training 24.02.20 To 3 days TNAU Coimbatore SMS Agronomy 25.02.20 Mrs.R.Banumathi Aquaculture as an 28.02.20 1 day Bharathiyar PA Home Science income generating University activities for tribal Coimbatore Mr.S.Sureshkumar SREEP 05.03.20 1 day TNAU Coimbatore SMS Agronomy Mrs.P.Gomathi World women’s 08.03.20 1 day ICAR KVK SMS Home Science & day celebration Mrs R Banumathi PA Home Science Mr.S.SureshKumar Energy 13.03.20 1 day TNAU Coimbatore SMS Agronomy and efficient management Mrs R Banumathi PA Home in Agriculture Science
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XII. FINANANCIAL PERFORMANCE
a. Account Statement for the financial year 2019-20
A budget of Rs148.5 lakhs were sanctioned (RE) by ICAR for the financial year 2019- 20 and expenditure was Rs.144.55 lakhs. The Financial Statement during the period of April to March 2020 is presented.(Amount released during the financial year was Rs.148.50 Lakhs)
SL Sanctioned PARTICULARS Released Expenditure NO. (RE)
23.1. RECURRING CONTIGENCIES: 1,47,08000
23.1.1 Pay & Allowances 1,34,98,000 13117025.00
23.1.2 Travelling Allowances
Field activities & Training Programmes 1,30,000.00 1,28,848.00
23.1.3 Contingencies
Office Contingencies
Stationary, telephone, stamps and other A 4,00,000 expenditure on office running 201888.00
POL and R & M of vehicles, tractor & B equipements including hiring of vehicle 196405.00
Technical Programmes
Rs.150/-per person per day towards food & C refreshment for KVK Training programmes for 31361.00 farmers/extension personnel
Teaching materials for Training and D 4760.00 demonstrations
Publication of Extension Literature for farmers & E 6,80,000.00 12,500.00 extension functionaries
37804.00 F On Farm Testing (Problem Oriented)
Front Line Demonstration On major crops G including oilseeds& pulses, fodder crops, animal 142060.00 husbandry, fisheries, etc;
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H Kissan Melas/Farmers Fair (at KVK farm) 62042.00
I Library (purchase of newspaper, Journals,etc;) 6325.00
J J) Maintenance of farm/Building 94945.00
K Farmers Field School 19,725.00
L Special Programme -Flag- Terras Garden 29695.00
M Mobile App & Website updation / maintenance 29500.00
23.2 SCSP Component
EDP Development & Promotion of Tribal A 24991.00 Products
Front Line Demonstration On major crops B 121475.00 including oilseeds & pulses, fodder
C On Farm Testing (Problem Oriented) 21350.00
D Training cum Exposure Visit 9500.00
E Mushroom Cultivation unit 22920.00
Total Contingencies 10,80,000.00 14708000 1069246.00
TOTAL Recurring (A) 14708000.00 14708000 14315119.00
23.4 NON-RECURRING CONTINGENCIES
23.4.1 Works 0 0 0
23.4.2 Fencing and Farm Development 0 0 0
SCSP Component (Creation of Physical 23.4.3 142000.00 142000 139480.00 Assets/Repairs/ Renovation)
23.4.4 Furniture &Equipment’s 0.00 0.00
23.4.5 Vehicles 0.00 0.00
Total Non- Recurring Item (B) 142000.00 142000 139480.00
C. REVOLVING FUND (C) 0 0 0
GRAND TOTAL (A+B+C) 14850000.00 14850000 14454599.00
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b. Account Statement for the financial year 2020-21 (upto Dec 2020)
A budget of Rs145.83 lakhs were sanctioned (RE) by ICAR for the financial year 2020- 21 and expenditure was Rs.144.565 lakhs. The Financial Statement during the period of April to December 2020 is presented. (Amount released during the financial year was Rs.108.01 Lakhs)
SL Sanctioned PARTICULARS Released Expenditure NO. (RE) 23.1. RECURRING CONTIGENCIES: 1,08,01,367.00 23.1.1 Pay & Allowances 1,31,13000 1,06,61,480 23.1.2 Travelling Allowances Field activities & Training Programmes 1,30,000.00 63,500.00 23.1.3 Contingencies Office Contingencies Stationary,telephone,stamps and other A 4,50,000 expenditure on office running 1,66,034.86
POL and R & M of vehicles,tractor & B equipements inculding hiring of vehicle 1,35,044.00 Technical Programmes Rs.150/-per person per day towards food & C refreshment for KVK Training programmes 6,205.00 for farmers/extensionpersonnel Teaching materials for Training and D 9,750.00 demonstrations E On Farm Testing (Problem Oriented) 48.906.00 Front Line Demonstration On major crops F including oilseeds& pulses, fodder cropus, 1,15,386.00 animal husbandry, fisheries,etc; 7,80,000 G Kissan Melas/Farmers Fair (at KVK farm) 14,030.00
H Library (purchase of newspaper,Journals,et;) 3,150.00
I Maintenance of farm/Building 40,928.00 J FFS 1,084.00 K Mobile App & Website updation/ maintenance
L Printing of Soil Health Card
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M SCSP Component EDP Development & Promotion of Tribal A 16,422.00 Products Total Contingencies 12,30,000.00 5,56,939.86 TOTAL OF GENERAL HEAD INCULUDING 13,60,000.00 6,20,439.86 TA & Contingencies TOTAL Recurring (A) 1,44,73,000.00 1,12,81,919.86 23.4 NON-RECURRING CONTINGENCIES 23.4.1 Works 0 0 0 23.4.2 Fencing and Farm Development 0 0 0 SCSP Component (Creation of Physical 23.4.3 1,10,000.00 0.00 0.00 Assets/Repairs/ Renovation) 23.4.4 Furniture & Equipements 0.00 0.00 23.4.5 Vehicles 0.00 0.00 Total Non- Recurring Item (B) 1,10,000.00 0.00 0.00 C. REVOLVING FUND (C) 0 0 0 GRAND TOTAL (A+B+C) 14583000.00 1,08,01,367.00 1,12,81,919.86
STATUS OF REVOLVING FUND ACCOUNT (Last Three Years April 2018 to Dec 2020) Opening Expenditure Closing balance as Income during Year balance as on during the on 31st March of each the year 1st April year year April 2018 to 1467311.36 1637733.00 1338089.00 1766955.21 March 2019 April 2019 to 1766955.21 1797537.00 1435924.10 2128568.11 March 20th 2020 April 2020 to 2128568.11 917492.00 997842.24 20,48,217.87 Dec31st 2020
Closing Balance includes All programme advances
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