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Agriculture
ICAR launches soil‑health campaign to boost farming practices in Meghalaya
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🗓 25 Oct 2026, 12:36 AM
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The Indian Council of Agricultural Research has begun a campaign in Meghalaya focused on enhancing soil health and promoting improved agricultural practices.
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has rolled out a new initiative in the northeastern state of Meghalaya aimed at strengthening soil health across the region. The campaign targets farmers and agricultural stakeholders, encouraging practices that preserve and enrich the soil ecosystem.
Key objectives of the programme include raising awareness about soil nutrient management, encouraging the use of organic amendments, and demonstrating techniques that can increase crop productivity while reducing environmental impact. ICAR officials have highlighted the importance of healthy soil as a foundation for sustainable agriculture in the state.
By focusing on soil health, the campaign seeks to improve yields for smallholder farmers and support Meghalaya's broader agricultural development goals. The initiative is expected to complement existing state efforts to modernise farming methods and enhance food security for local communities.
Key objectives of the programme include raising awareness about soil nutrient management, encouraging the use of organic amendments, and demonstrating techniques that can increase crop productivity while reducing environmental impact. ICAR officials have highlighted the importance of healthy soil as a foundation for sustainable agriculture in the state.
By focusing on soil health, the campaign seeks to improve yields for smallholder farmers and support Meghalaya's broader agricultural development goals. The initiative is expected to complement existing state efforts to modernise farming methods and enhance food security for local communities.