Celebration of World Soil Day was organized by the Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Thiruvannamalai at Vilankuppam Village of Jammunamarathur block on 05.12.2024 especially for scheduled tribes. The programme was started with a welcome address by Mr.Ashok, Agronomist of Srinivasa Service Trust, Jammunamarathur. Mr. V. Suresh, Senior Scientist and head delivered a special address on the theme of “Caring for soils: measure, monitor, manage”.  He instigated the farmers to do Soil sampling for soil health improvement. He also added KVK role and activities towards improve the farmer economics in the district. Shri. P.Narayanan, SMS Plant Protection had delivered a lecture on use of bio inputs in organic farming for improving soil fertility and also role of green manures and vermi composting in soil health management.  Dr.K. Mayakrishnan, SMS Animal Science explained the importance of livestocks in soil health management. Mr.P.Chowthry had demonstrated the soil sampling techniques and water sampling methods in the event. In this event, the total number of 60 ST farmers, farm women and officials were participated and distributed the soil health cards. And also collect the 100 soil samples from farmers of nearing villages.

Animal Health Camp was organized by ICAR – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Krishnagiri at Malayandahalli village in Mathur block on 28.11.2024. The camp was inaugurated by Dr. T. Sundararaj, Senior Scientist and Head of the Kendra, who highlighted the significance of animal health camp. Dr. S. Ramesh, SMS (Animal Science), created awareness among the participants about Deworming of dairy cows, Sheep and goats. He emphasized about deworming and vaccination to Livestock – FMD, Lumpy skin disease in cattle and PPR to small ruminants and Ethnoveterinary practices for Lumpy skin disease and Mastitis in cattle. Dr. Senthamizhan, a veterinary officer from Mathur block, participated and artificial insemination was carried out during the camp and advised about tick management practices to the participate farmers. Treatments and remedies was given to conditions like indigestion, inappetence, Retained placenta etc., During the camp, deworming medicine was administered to 120 dairy cows and 350 goats, and treatment was provided for affected livestock along with necessary medications. Phamplets given to participant farmers on “Ethnoveterinary practices for Lumpy skin disease”. Subject Matter Specialists from the Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Mr. T.I. Ramesh Babu (Horticulture) and Mr. S. Senthil Kumar (Agricultural Extension), also participated in the camp. A total of 55 livestock farmers from Malayandahalli village attended and benefited from the program.

The ICAR Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Kilnelli conducted Animal Health Campaign aimed at raising awareness and improvement of health of livestock in the villages of Kalasthambadi, Kunniyandhal, Kiliyappattu and associated hamlets within the Kilpennathur block from 20th to 26th November, 2024. The campaign was inaugurated by Mr. V. Suresh, Senior Scientist and Head, also he emphasized the significance of effective livestock management practices. During the campaign, Dr. K. Mayakrishnan, Subject Matter Specialist, Animal Science, provided insights on deworming practices for cattle and small ruminants, addressed issues related to repeat breeding, highlighted the importance of timely vaccinations and discussed feeding management strategies. Deworming was done for cows, sheep and goats. Also dewormer was distributed to the livestock farmers. Mrs. Usha, District Development Officer representing the ICICI Foundation was narrated schemes available for the benefit of farming community for enhancement of income in agriculture and allied activities.  In total, 348 livestock farmers were benefited from the campaign, covering 816 livestock across in six villages.

The KVK hosted the World Food Day celebration at its premises on October 21, 2024, in collaboration with Indo-American Arts and Science College, Cheyyar. Dr. K. Mayakrishnan, Subject Matter Specialist (Animal Science) commenced the event with a welcome address. In his keynote speech, Shri V. Suresh, Senior Scientist and Head, discussed the significance of suitable foods in enhancing quality of life. He also encouraged women to initiate small scale enterprises at the village level to secure a sustainable income. Smt. T. Margaret delivered an insightful lecture on the importance of a balanced diet, highlighting the benefits of locally sourced cereals, pulses, and vegetables for improving the health of women and children. She further addressed the roles and responsibilities of farm women in elevating the social and cultural status of women in rural communities. A food competition themed “Millet-Based Ready-to-Eat Products” was held for the students of Indo-American Arts and Science College, Cheyyar and prizes awarded to the winners. A total of 112 farmers, farm women, and college students were participated. The program concluded with a vote of thanks by Shri P. Narayanan, Subject Matter Specialist( Plant Protection).

ICAR – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kilnelli, conducted the Swachhta Hi Sewa Campaign 2024 from September 15th to October 2nd, 2024, aimed at raising awareness among the public, students, extension workers and others regarding cleanliness and promoting healthy living in the surrounding areas. During this initiative, KVK organized a variety of events to instill these values among the community, with active participation from staff, farmers and public. Swachhta banner was displayed in the KVK campus and all staff members took a Swachhata pledge, emphasizing the core messages of behavior, values and responsibility related to cleanliness. Furthermore, KVK initiated a plantation drive, cyclathons and a human chain to encourage widespread community involvement. Additional events focused on hygiene were conducted in collaboration with schools and primary health centers, targeting students and sanitary workers to enhance awareness about cleanliness. Preventive health check-ups and access to health facilities were also provided to ensure an improved quality of life for sanitary workers and their families. KVK identified areas requiring attention and promoted cleanliness by planting trees at various tourist spots. The involvement of religious leaders at temples and spiritual sites was also encouraged to support cleanliness drives. A total of 402 participants took part in the Swachhta Hi Sewa Campaign 2024.

ICAR – KVK, Krishnagiri conducted Kisan Mela and Tree planting Campaign – Plant4Mother at KVK Campus, Krishnagiri on 21-Aug-24. During this programme awareness created on Plantation Drive and Crop Diversification technology and planted 162 Nos tree saplings at KVK premises. Subject Matter Specialists given talk on soil Health Management, Composting technologies, Cultivation technologies for Ragi, Mango and Amla. 1000 Nos Mangoes and 400 Nos Amla seedlings were distributed to 50 farmers (20 mango + 8 Amla seedlings to each farmer) under SCSP. Lead Bank Manager attended the programme and explained about the financial assistance available to the farmers from the banking sector