Ahilyanagar, Jalna, Partur & Akkalkot Districts 2025

Introduction
BGVK, in collaboration with TPCDT, trained 60 farmers from 28 villages in dryland agriculture techniques, addressing climate challenges in Maharashtra’s drought-prone regions.

Event Details
Expert Mr. Ransing covered:

• Crop Selection: Drought-resistant varieties like millets and pulses.

• Soil Conservation: Mulching, contour bunding, and organic composting.

• Water Management: Rainwater harvesting and drip irrigation.

Farmers engaged in hands-on demonstrations and received seed kits for trial farming.

Impact and Importance
Participants reported a 30% reduction in water usage and improved soil fertility. The training reduced dependency on chemical fertilizers, cutting costs by 20%.

Community Feedback
A farmer from Agadgaon said, “I never knew my barren land could yield so much with these methods. This is revolutionary!”

Future Steps
BGVK will establish demonstration farms to mentor neighboring villages.