Siddipet
In a decision aimed at encouraging sustainable agriculture, the agricultural popularity officer (AEO) of the Yellaredypet cluster in the district of Siddipet, T. Nagarjun, introduced biocontrasse agents and bio -fertiliers to promote methods of management of pests and environmentally friendly nutrients. The AEO recently organized events at Ponu Vedhika and in the field of the farmer Ilapuram Anil Reddy to Pedda Masanphally village of Thoguta Mandal.
Colt de Piment at the Anil Reddy farm in Pedda Masanpally Village.
Talk to The HindusMr. Nagarjun stressed that not all pest problems require chemical solutions. “Pesticides’ overuse has not only reduced biodiversity, but has also led to frequent pest epidemics due to monoculture practices. Surveillance tools such as pheromone, sticky traps and light traps help detect pest thresholds before harvesting loss occurs,” he said.
During the demonstrations in the field, biocontrasse techniques were applied to tomato, pepper and brinjal crops. The chemical fertilizers have been replaced by bioffertiliers, notably Azotobacter (for nitrogen), phosphorus and bacteria solubilating in potash and bacteria solubilating zinc – microorganisms which naturally improve soil fertility and reduce the dependence of synthetic entries.
Tomato crop at Anil Reddy’s Farm at Pedda Masanpally Village.
To control plant diseases, microbial agents such as Viride trichoderma,, PseudomonasAnd Bacillus subtilis were used. These microbes have an antagonistic activity by inhibiting the pathogens of plants by enzymes and antibiotics.
To manage sucking pests such as thrips, whites and jassids, farmers have used biopesticides, especially Beauveria Bassiana,, Verticillium LecaniiAnd Isaria. Harmful insects such as caterpillars, forestry and leaf minors were discussed using Metarhizium And Bacillus thuringiensis.
Other beneficial microbes, such as Nomuraea And Bacillus subtilishave also been introduced to strengthen the immunity and resilience of plants. “These ecological methods reduce pollution, retain soil biodiversity and improve long -term soil health,” said Nagarjun.
Farmer Anil Reddy reported significant advantages of the initiative. “The pests in tomato and pepper crops have been eliminated, although some have always been seen in Brinjal. The bio-inputs we received from Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Medak, helped us save around 5,000 ₹ on fertilizers and pesticides,” said Reddy, who cultivates crops on a half. Guntas) of land. It also uses modern agricultural methods such as using mulch sheets to check the grass in the field and anticipates a good yield.
Published – April 21, 2025 8:30 p.m.
