Two-Day Training Programme (02-03.11.2026) 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 02nd -03rd November 2026.
The programme was organised to impart practical training to farmers and members of Pani Panchayats on various in-situ and ex-situ paddy straw residue management practices. The training encompassed important aspects, including microbial decomposition, compost production, crop residue recycling, and value addition through the manufacture of biodegradable pulp plates. Practical demonstrations, along with comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), were provided to enhance participants’ technical understanding, strengthen their practical skills, and encourage the adoption of these sustainable technologies at the field level. The technical sessions were conducted by experienced scientists and subject-matter specialists from ICAR–CRRI. A total of 18 male participants representing four districts of Odisha attended the programme.
The programme was formally inaugurated by Dr. Pratap Bhattacharyya, Course Director, in the esteemed presence of Dr. P. Panneerselvam and Dr. Parameswaran C., Course Coordinators. The dignitaries underscored the significance of scientific, systematic and sustainable management of paddy straw residue. Dr. Baijayanti Nayak extended a cordial welcome to the participants, while Dr. P. Panneerselvam, Principal Investigator of the project, outlined the objectives of the training programme and highlighted the crucial role of trained Master Trainers in facilitating its effective execution at the district level. The programme concluded with the presidential address by Dr. Pratap Bhattacharyya, who emphasized the need for strict adherence to the prescribed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to improve soil health, augment farmers’ income and minimise environmental pollution caused by crop residue burning. Dr. Baijayanti Nayak, Senior Technical Officer, ICAR–CRRI, proposed the vote of thanks.
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