ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Gonikoppal, Kodagu in collaboration with DATC, Kodagu and Shivamogga and ATMA, Kodagu conducted online training programme Scientific Black pepper cultivation using the Zoom online platform on 17th July 2020. Dr. Saju George, Principal Scientist and Head, KVK, Kodagu express in his inaugural address about make use of these webinar for further strengthening of existing Black pepper plantations. Earlier Mrs. Swarna, Agriculture Officer, DATC, Kodagu welcome the participants and Mr. Ganesh, Agriculture Officer, DATC, Shivamogga highlighted about the importance of the programme. Mr. Devaiah, K.A, Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture), ICAR-KVK, Kodagu explained in detailed about improved practices like variety selection, different nursery methods, importance irrigation, shade management and Integrated Nutrient management in Black pepper. Mr. Veerendra Kumar K.V, Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection), ICAR-KVK, Kodagu explained about plant Protection measures to be followed in Black Pepper with identification of pest and diseases in Black pepper and their Integrated management practices with shared power point presentation.

100 participants from the Kodagu district and also neighbouring districts participated in the online session. At the end of the programme interaction session was conducted by Mr. Devaiah K. A, Mr. Veerendra Kumar K. V and Prabhakara B. along with Dr. Saju George, Principal Scientist and Head, KVK, Kodagu. Many participants appreciated the efforts of KVK in organizing webinar programme for the benefit of farming community.