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ATMA North Goa District level Institution of Directorate of Agriculture, Government of Goa, for dissemination agriculture technology to the farmers.

29/09/2026

Inter-State Exposure Visit for Farmers from Bardez 🌱🌾

The Bardez Block organised a one-day Inter-State Exposure Visit for 26 farmers from the Bardez Zone to progressive agricultural enterprises in Maharashtra, providing practical exposure to innovative farming practices, value addition, and allied agricultural activities.

📍 Visit 1: Agricart Farmers Producer Company Ltd., Pandur, Kudal

Farmers gained valuable insights into:
🌾 Seed Bank Management
📦 Processing & Packaging Units
🌱 Conservation plots for seed production of Paddy & Pulses
🤝 FPO Management

📍 Visit 2: Mangesh Mangaonkar Farm, Hodawade, Sawantwadi

The farmers were exposed to:
♻️ Vermicomposting
🐐 Goat & Poultry Farming
🌿 Organic Liquid Fertilizers – Gokrupa Amrut & Jeevamrut
🍄 Bioluminescent (Glowing) Mushroom cultivation
🐟 Guppy Fish Culture
💧 Backyard Soak Pit
🐣 Artificial Egg Incubator

The exposure visit provided farmers with practical knowledge of innovative, sustainable, and diversified farming practices, while encouraging them to explore suitable technologies and enterprise opportunities that can be adopted in Goa.

Such farmer exposure programmes help bridge the gap between learning and practical application, empowering farmers with new ideas for improving farm productivity, resource utilization, and income generation. 🌱👨‍🌾👩‍🌾

26/09/2026

Success Story of a Swayampurna Woman Entrepreneur 🐄🌱

Smt. Amita Arun Naik, Proprietor of Naik Agro & Dairy Farm, from Hankhane, Ibrampur, Pernem-Goa, has achieved remarkable success through her involvement in agriculture and dairy farming.

Her journey is an inspiring example of how women can become Swayampurna (self-reliant) by making effective use of the various Government schemes, subsidies, and support programmes available in Goa.

With dedication, hard work, and the right support, she has successfully developed her farming enterprise and created a sustainable source of livelihood.

Her success story highlights the importance of women's participation in agriculture, access to government support, and entrepreneurship in the rural sector, inspiring more women to explore agriculture and allied activities as viable avenues for self-employment and income generation.

23/09/2026

Paddy Cultivation Practices 🌾

Smt. Uma Joshi, Zonal Agriculture Officer, Mapusa-Goa, shares valuable guidance on scientific paddy cultivation practices, featuring farmer Shri. Rudie Alvares.

The video highlights important aspects of paddy cultivation and practical farm management, with emphasis on adopting improved and scientific practices for healthy crop growth, better productivity, and efficient use of resources.

🌾👨‍🌾 Farmer’s Experience + Scientific Guidance = Better Farming

Watch the video to learn more about paddy cultivation practices and the experiences of Shri. Rudie Alvares.

20/09/2026

Training on Plant Propagation Techniques at Codar Farm 🌿🌱

A training programme on plant propagation techniques, including grafting and air layering, was organised at Government Farm, Codar, Ponda-Goa by ATMA North Goa and ZAO Tiswadi for 50 farmers from Tiswadi Block.

The training was imparted by Shri. Prajyot Sakhalkar, Farm Superintendent, Codar Farm, who conducted practical demonstrations on:

Mango stone grafting
Softwood grafting
Cashew grafting
Air layering

Farmers also received hands-on practical experience in grafting techniques, enabling them to learn and practise the methods themselves.

As part of the programme, farmers visited the Codar Farm and nursery to gain practical exposure to plant propagation and nursery management.

Such practical training programmes help farmers develop skills in producing quality planting material and encourage the adoption of improved propagation techniques for horticultural crops. 🌱👨‍🌾

16/09/2026

Multi Tree Bike – Demonstration on Modern Coconut Harvesting Technology 🚜🌴
The Zonal Agriculture Office, Valpoi, Sattari-Goa, initiated a demonstration of the Multi Tree Bike to promote improved farm mechanization for coconut harvesting. This follows earlier training programmes conducted for farmers on the use of manually operated coconut climber machines.

The Multi Tree Bike, developed by Mabens Engineering Solution, Shivamogga, Karnataka, was demonstrated at the Mechanical Cultivation Office, Mapusa, Bardez-Goa, providing a convenient platform for farmers and stakeholders from North Goa to learn about the technology.

During the demonstration, participants were familiarized with:
✔ Working mechanism and operation
✔ Coconut harvesting process
✔ Labour-saving potential
✔ Improved efficiency and safer harvesting practices

The demonstration aims to encourage farmers to explore modern, efficient, and labour-saving technologies for coconut cultivation and harvesting. 🌴
Farmers are encouraged to stay connected with their nearest Zonal Agriculture Office for further information.

08/09/2026

Fencing Scheme – Cultivation of Cucurbitaceous Crops 🥒🌱

Smt. Urmila Uday Mandrekar, resident of Dhave Tar, Sattari-Goa, has successfully availed assistance under the Fencing Scheme of the Directorate of Agriculture, Government of Goa.

With guidance and technical support from ATMA North Goa and the Zonal Agriculture Office, Sattari, she has successfully cultivated cucurbitaceous crops in the fenced agricultural area covering approximately 2,000 sq. metres. 🌿

The initiative demonstrates how farmers can make productive use of fenced agricultural land while protecting and efficiently managing their crops.

Shri. Vishwanath Gawas, Zonal Agriculture Officer, Valpoi–Sattari, Goa, provides valuable information on the Fencing Scheme, its benefits, and support available to farmers.

📌 For More Information:
Farmers interested in the Fencing Scheme and other agricultural schemes are encouraged to contact their nearest Zonal Agriculture Office for details regarding eligibility, assistance, and application procedures.

04/09/2026

Success Story of a Progressive Woman Farmer 👩‍🌾🌱

Smt. Agnes D'Souza, a progressive woman farmer from Anjuna, Mapusa-Goa, has successfully taken up mixed vegetable cultivation, demonstrating the potential of diversified vegetable farming as a sustainable and profitable livelihood.

Through her dedication and adoption of improved farming practices, she has developed a successful mixed vegetable farm, making efficient use of available land and resources while producing a variety of fresh vegetables. 🥬🍅🌶️

Her journey is an inspiring example of women's participation in agriculture, crop diversification, and sustainable farm-based entrepreneurship, encouraging other farmers and rural women to explore vegetable cultivation as a viable source of income. 🌿✨

🎥 Watch her success story to learn more about her farming journey.

कृषी संजीवके | Krushi Sanjivake 🌿Continuing our series of farmer-friendly publications, we are sharing our leaflet on “K...
02/09/2026

कृषी संजीवके | Krushi Sanjivake 🌿

Continuing our series of farmer-friendly publications, we are sharing our leaflet on “Krushi Sanjivake” (कृषी संजीवके), providing useful information on various plant growth regulators and their role in agriculture.

The leaflet covers the uses, applications, and important precautions related to various plant growth regulators, encouraging farmers to make informed and judicious use of these inputs for better crop growth and productivity.

#कृषीसंजीवके

नैसर्गिक शेतीची गुरुकिल्लीWe are pleased to share the leaflets published recently during the Farmer–Scientist Interactio...
31/08/2026

नैसर्गिक शेतीची गुरुकिल्ली

We are pleased to share the leaflets published recently during the Farmer–Scientist Interaction Programme held at Sikeri Goshala on “Naisargik Shetichi Gurukilli” (नैसर्गिक शेतीची गुरुकिल्ली) on 6th August 2026.

The leaflets have been prepared in Konkani and Marathi, making information on natural farming practices accessible to farmers in their preferred languages. 🌿

These resources highlight practical and farmer-friendly approaches to natural farming, encouraging sustainable agricultural practices, better soil health, and efficient use of locally available resources.

We hope these leaflets serve as a useful reference for farmers and encourage wider adoption of natural farming practices across Goa. 🌾🌱

27/08/2026

Success Story of a Women Entrepreneur 👩‍🌾🌸

Smt. Poonam Naik from Corlim, Tiswadi-Goa, is a successful woman entrepreneur engaged in Tarwati Papad making and value-added food processing.

Her entrepreneurial journey showcases how traditional food products can be transformed into a sustainable livelihood through skill, dedication, and enterprise. 🌱✨

As a Resource Person for ATMA, she also shares her knowledge and practical experience with farmers and aspiring entrepreneurs, helping promote value addition and income-generating activities among rural communities.

Her journey is an inspiring example of women-led entrepreneurship, traditional food processing, and skill-based livelihood generation in Goa. 👏

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ATMA North/Goa Office, Dhuler
Panjim
403507

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