Promotion of Organic farming in Gudalur Panchayat in Thogamalai block by SEVAI-OFI under Alstom project

SEVAI-OFI under Alstom project has been empowering  farmers in Gudalur Panchayat in Thogamalai Block,Karur District villages through the promotion of household vermicompost units, encouraging the adoption of organic farming practices. On February 11th, Mr. Emanuel from OFI, Bangalore, Mr.K. Devendran, an organic farming expert with SEVAI, and Mrs. Vanitha Palanisamy, Women's Coordinator, along with local farmers and SHG members, visited these units to highlight the importance of vermicompost. This nutrient-rich organic manure, produced through earthworm activity, breaks down organic waste into a valuable resource. The benefits of vermicompost include being cost-effective, reducing reliance on chemical fertilizers, enriching soil structure, fertility, and water-holding capacity, and being environmentally friendly by recycling organic waste and reducing pollution. To prepare vermicompost, farmers collect organic waste, mix it with bedding material, add earthworms, maintain optimal conditions, and harvest after 30-45 days. Application involves mixing 2-5 kg of vermicompost per square meter of land, applying it at various crop stages, and using it as a top dressing or incorporating it into the soil. SEVAI-OFI's training programs educate  farmers on replicating these units, promoting sustainable agriculture and improving food production 🌿. Govin