Hyderabad: PJTSAU To Organize Seed Mela at Agri Varsity Tomorrow

Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSAU) is all set to host the highly anticipated Seed Mela on May 24 near the university auditorium in Rajendra Nagar. The event aims to provide farmers in the state with easy access to high-yielding seeds for various crops while offering the general public an opportunity to explore and acquire seeds of fruits and flowering varieties.

The seed mela will witness active participation from various agriculture departments and ICAR Research units located in Hyderabad. Experts from these institutions will be present to educate visiting farmers about the diverse seed varieties showcased at the event. Additionally, a farmer-scientist interaction program is planned to keep farmers updated on the latest technologies emerging in the field of agriculture.

In collaboration with the renowned Sri Konda Laxman Telangana State Horticulture University (SKLTSHU), PJTSAU will showcase popular varieties of different crops, including vegetables, fruits, flowers, and medicinal plants. The Seed Mela is designed to offer farmers the chance to purchase these seeds at affordable rates, further supporting their agricultural practices.

The Seed Mela promises to be an excellent opportunity for farmers and the public alike to obtain the best seeds for their agricultural needs. By facilitating access to these high-yielding varieties, Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University aims to contribute to the growth and prosperity of the farming community in the state.

Dr. Venkat Ramana, the Director of Research at PJTSAU, revealed that approximately 15,000 quintals of seeds encompassing 45 varieties of 10 different crops will be available for sale at the Seed Mela. The event will be inaugurated by S. Niranjan Reddy, the Minister for Agriculture, emphasizing the government's commitment to the welfare of farmers.

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In addition to the main event in Rajendra Nagar, similar seed melas will be simultaneously conducted at three Regional Agricultural Research Stations located in Jagtial, Palem (Nagar Kurnool district), and Warangal. The University Krishi Vignana Kendras will also participate in these melas, providing farmers with even more opportunities to access a wide range of high-quality seeds.

After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020, this marks the second edition of the Seed Mela in the past four years. The event was reintroduced in 2021, and its continuation this year highlights the commitment of PJTSAU, SKLTSHU, and select central research institutions to support farmers by providing them with high-yielding and superior-quality seeds.

source-The Hans India

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