Agricultural research outputs should benefit farmers: P. Prasad

The research output of the Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) should have a direct and positive impact on the agriculture sector and the income of farmers, Agriculture Minister P. Prasad said here on Wednesday.

The Minister was speaking after releasing the Malayalam edition of the Package of Practices Recommendations: Crops 2024, and the Atlas of Kole Lands of Kerala: Volume I and II here. The Malayalam version, titled Vila Paripalana Suparshakal 2024, is designed to bridge the language gap and bring the latest research outputs on crop management to the farmers of Kerala, the Minister said.

“Usually, the package of practices is published in English. The Malayalam edition will make it more accessible to the farmers,” he said, adding that the document will be updated periodically. The book, which incorporates recent agricultural advancements, offers valuable insights into high-yielding varieties, sustainable farming practices, efficient waste management and agricultural machinery, Jacob John, Director of Extension, KAU, noted.

The Atlas of Kole Lands of Kerala offers a comprehensive two-volume exploration of the unique agricultural landscape of the Thrissur-Ponnani (Malappuram) kole paddy ecosystem, the KAU said. Agriculture Director Adeela Abdulla, KAU registrar A. Sakeer Husain, farmer representative Sujith and senior KAU and Agriculture Department officials were present.

Published - November 27, 2024 08:29 pm IST