Extension activities help Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Mahabubnagar take proven agricultural technologies from research institutions to farmers’ fields quickly. Along with on-farm trials and front line demonstrations, the KVK reaches farmers, farm women and rural youth across its operational area through a range of extension methods.
Our extension activities
- Field days: farmers visit demonstration plots at harvest to see the results of improved varieties and practices for themselves.
- Kisan Melas and exhibitions: farmers meet scientists, see new technologies and buy quality seed, planting material and bio-inputs.
- Farmer–scientist interactions: discussions where farmers bring field problems and KVK scientists suggest solutions.
- Diagnostic field visits: KVK scientists visit farmers’ fields, often jointly with the Department of Agriculture, to diagnose pest, disease and nutrient problems.
- Mobile agro advisory services: timely crop, weather and market advice sent to registered farmers on their mobile phones.
- Awareness campaigns: campaigns on soil health, pest management, natural farming and government schemes, and celebration of important agricultural days.
- Publications: quarterly newsletters and technical bulletins in Telugu and English (see Publications).
Farmers who would like to take part in an upcoming programme can contact the KVK.