Farmers Get Training in National Pest Surveillance System

Mobile App to Help East Singhbhum Farmers Identify and Control Crop Diseases

Key Points:

• NPSS training program conducted for progressive farmers at ATMA office
• Mobile app launched for pest identification and expert advisory services
• Officials demonstrate IPM methods and pest monitoring techniques

JAMSHEDPUR – Progressive farmers and extension workers from East Singhbhum district received specialized training in the National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS) to better monitor and control crop diseases.

The program was conducted under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. Moreover, experts from the Central Integrated Pest Management Centre, Ranchi provided comprehensive guidance to participants.

Technical Training Components

Ashok Kumar H.P., Centre Head, shared pest control strategies. “The mobile app will revolutionize pest management,” noted a technical expert. Furthermore, the training covered identification of beneficial insects and various IPM methods.

Digital Innovation

Technical assistants Nitish Kumar Suman and Purnendra Mishra demonstrated the NPSS mobile app. Additionally, farmers learned to upload clear pictures of pest incidents for expert advice. The system enables real-time monitoring of crop health.

Broader Implementation

Block Technical Managers from various blocks attended the session. Meanwhile, ATMA officials emphasized continued support for farmers. The program aims to strengthen agricultural extension services across the district.