HT Correspondent
BISWANATH CHARIALI, March 24: An awareness training programme on the judicious use of pesticides and fertilizers was held on Friday at SIPRD, Biswanath. The programme was organised by the district agriculture office and witnessed the participation of around 100 dealers and retailers from various parts of the district.
The objective of the programme was to inform the retailers about the indiscriminate use of pesticides and fertilizers and to stress upon the importance of using GoI and CIBRC prescribed pesticides. The district-level taskforce team emphasized the need for proper documentation while selling pesticides at local markets and advised against the sale of any banned pesticides.
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District agricultural officer Dibyajyoti Phukan, SDAO Monoj Narzari, senior ADO Pradip Talukdar, ADO’s, and other officials from the department were present at the training programme. In the interactive session, the problems faced by the retailers were discussed, and suggestions were given accordingly.
The indiscriminate use of pesticides and fertilizers has been a growing concern for a long time now. The rampant use of these chemicals has not only affected the quality of the produce but has also adversely impacted the soil and water resources. The programme aimed at educating the retailers about the judicious use of these chemicals and emphasized the importance of using prescribed pesticides and fertilizers.
District agricultural officer Dibyajyoti Phukan, while addressing the gathering, said, “The objective of this programme is to make the retailers aware of the adverse effects of indiscriminate use of pesticides and fertilizers. We want them to understand the importance of using prescribed chemicals and maintaining proper documentation while selling them. We hope that this programme will go a long way in promoting sustainable agriculture practices in the district.”
The retailers who attended the programme appreciated the initiative taken by the district agriculture office and expressed their willingness to adopt sustainable practices. They also raised concerns regarding the availability of prescribed pesticides and the lack of proper training on their usage. The officials assured them of all necessary assistance and support.
