Raisen, April 6: The Advanced Agriculture Festival 2026 in Raisen will provide farmers with guidance from the country’s leading agricultural scientists. The event will introduce techniques to transform waste into wealth, particularly focusing on straw management, through a three-day training series aimed at elevating farming practices.
Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, announced that the festival will take place at Dussehra Maidan in Raisen. Throughout the three days, there will be subject-based sessions in four locations: Seminar Hall-1, Seminar Hall-2, Seminar Hall-3, and the Main Hall. Topics will range from crop management to market strategies and modern technology.
On the first day, April 11, afternoon sessions will cover post-harvest management, advanced agriculture through the Agricultural Infrastructure Fund, digital agriculture, AI-based solutions, and increasing agricultural income through beekeeping. Additionally, practical messages on increasing productivity in pulse crops, natural farming, horticulture expansion, and straw management will be conveyed through street plays under the “Waste to Wealth” initiative.
The second day, April 12, will feature a morning meeting for Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), discussions on green and safe agriculture through soil health, and workshops on the Prime Minister’s Crop Insurance Scheme. Afternoon sessions will focus on integrated farming systems, nutrient management, scientific cultivation of flowers and vegetables, integrated pest management, and the use of bio-pesticides.
On the third day, April 13, the KVK (Krishi Vigyan Kendra) conference will discuss seed systems for self-sufficiency in rice, aquaculture, and agricultural loans, including the Kisan Credit Card (KCC). Afternoon sessions will promote climate-resilient and sustainable farming through street plays on dairy promotion, direct seeding of rice, and income growth from poultry and goat farming.
Chouhan emphasized the importance of straw management, showcasing the “Waste to Wealth” model to convert straw and agricultural waste into compost, energy, and additional income sources. Sessions will highlight the environmental damage caused by burning straw and the economic benefits of scientific management. Scripts for street plays on straw management, crop insurance, safe pesticide use, and natural farming have been provided to the Culture Department for performances at various locations during the festival. These presentations aim to translate technical messages into everyday language for farmers, inspiring sustainable changes in their practices.
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) will also provide soil health reports by testing samples brought by farmers, helping them plan effective crop and nutrient management. Live demonstrations of grafting, advanced nursery management, hydroponics, high-tech horticulture, and integrated farming systems will be showcased, allowing farmers to see and understand these techniques for implementation in their own fields. Furthermore, demonstrations of drone technology and nano-fertilizer spraying will present farmers with cost-effective fertilizer management options.
Chouhan stated that this extensive three-day event aims to transform farmers’ lives and represents a significant opportunity to change their fortunes. He urged farmers to participate in large numbers.
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