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A large number of enthusiastic farmers participated in the Event, reflecting increasing public interest in exploring the sustainable income opportunities in floriculture. The event was conducted under the overall guidance of Director Floriculture, Vivek Modi and supervision of Joint Director Floriculture, Parks & Gardens Jammu Vikrant Kumar Sharma.
Addressing the gathering, the Joint Director assured the farmers of every possible support from the department, including both technical and financial assistance under various Centrally Sponsored Schemes. He encouraged farmers to adopt high-yielding flower varieties, modern techniques like drip irrigation, mulching, raised-bed farming and integrated pest management (IPM), which can enhance productivity and profitability in hilly terrains.
Dr. Sanjay Kaushal delivered an in-depth lecture, focusing on organic farming practices, suitable cropping patterns and the adoption of the latest technologies in commercial floriculture. He demonstrated scientific techniques in flower cultivation, post-harvest handling and effective marketing strategies.
The Assistant Floriculture Officer gave detailed insights into region-specific marigold cultivation including nursery management, soil health, spacing, fertilization, disease management and post-harvest care. He also highlighted the various government schemes offering financial incentives to encourage commercial floriculture among farmers. The farmers appreciated the departmentâs ongoing outreach and awareness initiatives and requested more such programmes in the future.
