Master Training Programme to Agricultural Officers and Agricultural Extension Officers of Siddipet district by ARS, Tornala on 25-01-2023

Dr. S. Sridevi, Principal Scientist and Head, ARS, Tornala has trained Agricultural Officers and Agricultural Extension Officers of Siddipet district on management of stem borer in rice at office of DAO. She Explained in detail about the carry forward occurrence of stem borer infestation from kharif crop to rabi crop and management practices to be followed from nursery stage to tillering stage. She also explained about the management practices to be followed at boot leaf stage to avoid white ears at the later stages. Further, she shared that, the improper water management was major problem leading to sulfide injury and poor crop growth and development.