Two-Day Training Programme on (11-12.11.2026) “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 11th -12th November 2026.
The programme was designed to impart practical, hands-on training to farmers and members of Pani Panchayats on various in-situ and ex-situ paddy straw residue management techniques. The training covered key aspects such as microbial decomposition, compost preparation, crop residue recycling and value addition through the manufacture of biodegradable pulp plates. Practical demonstrations, supplemented by comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), were conducted by ICAR–CRRI scientists to strengthen participants’ technical knowledge, enhance their practical skills and encourage the adoption of sustainable residue management practices. A total of 23 male participants from Ganjam district, Odisha, attended the programme.
The programme was inaugurated by Dr. P. Panneerselvam, Course Director, in the presence of Dr. Pratap Bhattacharyya and Mr. Jeevan, Course Coordinators. Dr. Baijayanti Nayak, Senior Technical Officer, extended a warm welcome to the participants. Dr. P. Panneerselvam elaborated on the objectives of the training programme and underscored the pivotal role of Master Trainers in disseminating the demonstrated technologies at the district level. The programme concluded with a presidential address by Dr. Panneerselvam, who emphasized the importance of adhering to prescribed SOPs to improve soil health, enhance farmers’ income and minimize environmental pollution. Dr. Baijayanti Nayak proposed the vote of thanks.
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