Bhadradri Kothagudem in collaboration with KVK Adilabad, organized a Field Day on Demonstration

Krishi Vigyan Kendra Bhadradri Kothagudem in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra Adilabad, organized a Field Day on Demonstration of Novel Drone Technology in Paddy at Morampalli Banjara Village, Burgampahad Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem District on 22.04.2026. The demonstration covered the complete drone package in paddy cultivation including seeding, granular application, herbicide spraying and pest and disease management through drone technology.

During the programme, Dr. Ram Gopal Varma, Principal Scientist & Head, KVK Adilabad explained the drone package and highlighted the advantages of drone usage in paddy cultivation particularly in reducing cultivation costs and overcoming labour shortages. Dr. T. Bharath, Senior Scientist & Head, elaborated on the role of drone technology in enhancing paddy productivity and its practical applications in the field. The programme was attended by Sri. Tatarao (ADA), Sri. M. Raghuveer (Scientist), Dr. N. Hema Sarat Chandra, Sri. B. Shiva, and 40 farmers. During the interaction, Sri. Narsireddy, a participating farmer shared his experience, stating that drone-based seeding helped save approximately ₹9,000 per acre and expected yields 28-30q/acre as well significantly reduced dependence on manual labour.