Promoting Soil Health Management and Balanced Fertilizer Use in the MGMG adopted villages May 20, 2026

Date: May 20, 2026

An awareness programme on Soil Health Management and Balanced Fertilizer Use was organized by ICAR-CIRCOT on 20th May 2026 at its MGMG-adopted village Nandikheda, Kalmeshwar (Nagpur). The programme focused on strengthening farmers’ awareness of soil health as a key factor for sustainable crop production. It highlighted the importance of soil testing and recommended fertilizer application based on test results to improve nutrient use efficiency and lower input costs. Farmers were also made aware of the harmful effects of excessive chemical fertilizer use, including soil degradation, nutrient imbalance and environmental pollution, and were encouraged to follow balanced and integrated nutrient management practices. A total of 22 farmers participated in the programme.