Two-Day Training Programme (14-15.10.26) on “SOP for Paddy Straw Residue Management” under OIIPCRA Project held at ICAR-CRRI, Kataka 
A two-day training programme on “SOP for Paddy Straw Residue Management” under the OIIPCRA Project, supported by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment, Government of Odisha, was organized by ICAR-CRRI, Kataka, during 14th–15th October 2026.
The programme aimed to train farmers and members of Pani Panchayats on in-situ and ex-situ paddy straw residue management techniques. The training covered microbial decomposition, compost production, residue recycling and value addition through biodegradable pulp plate production. Practical demonstrations and SOP guidelines were provided to help farmers learn and adopt these technologies effectively. The technical sessions were delivered by scientists and experts from ICAR-CRRI. Twenty-Six participants (26 male) from 5 districts of Odisha attended the programme.
The programme was inaugurated by Dr. P. Panneerselvam, Course Director with Dr. Biswajit Mondal and Mr. Bhupendra Ghritalehri, Course Coordinators, who highlighted the importance of scientific management of paddy straw. Dr. Sangita Mohanty welcomed the participants, while Dr. P. Panneerselvam explained the objectives of the programme and the importance of trained Master Trainers for effective implementation at the district level. The programme concluded with the presidential remarks by Dr. P. Panneerselvam emphasized the importance of effective implementation of SOPs to improve soil health, enhance farmers’ income and reduce pollution caused by residue burning. Dr. Baijayanti Nayak, Senior Technical Officer, ICAR-CRRI, delivered the vote of thanks.
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