Rajendranagar Organized Training programme on Production techniques in speciality corns

The Maize Research Unit (MRU), Agricultural Research Institute (ARI), Rajendranagar organized an Input Distribution-cum-Farmer Training Programme on Production techniques in speciality corns for SC farmers on 20.04.2026 under the Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan (SCSP) 2025–26 at Angdichittempalli village, Puduru Mandal, Vikarabad district. Dr. D. Bhadru, Principal Scientist (Maize & Millets), MRU, ARI, Hyderabad, addressed the gathering and briefed the farmers about the objectives of the SCSP scheme and also hybrids recommended in speciality corns the need for crop diversification to enhance farm productivity and sustainability. Dr. B. Mallaiah, Principal Scientist (Pathology), highlighted improved maize protection technologies i.e., explained integrated pest and disease management strategies in maize with special emphasis on the management of Fall Armyworm (FAW), Pink Stem Borer, and Post-Flowering Stalk Rot. Dr.V. Sunitha, Scientist (Entomology), explained about wild boar and monkey management. Dr.D. Sravani, Scientist (Pl. Br) explained about production techniques in maize for getting higher yields. Sri Yadava Reddy, Sarpanch, encouraged the farmers to implement all technical inputs and recommendations provided by the scientists for better productivity. As part of the programme, tarpaulins were distributed to 50 Scheduled Caste farmers. A total of 50 farmers, Smt.K.Mamatha,  Upa Sarpanch , Sri.D.Ilias, Agricultural Extension Officers (AEOs) participated in the programme. The programme concluded with an interactive session where farmers clarified their queries with the scientists. As part of the programme, Tarpaulins was distributed to 50   SC farmers. A total of 50 farmers, AEOs   Participated in the programme.