By ETF Desk
The Sub‑Divisional Magistrate of Soukhyavana has announced the start of its annual paddy transplantation drive, scheduled for July 19, targeting farmers in the district’s low‑lying villages.
The drive is part of the state’s “Planting for Prosperity” scheme, which encourages timely seedling transplanting to boost yield and protect crops from erratic monsoon rain. Local officials say the initiative will also help farmers generate early income by selling surplus seedlings and accessing government subsidies.
The event is expected to bolster Udupi’s rice production and stabilize the rural economy. Farmers are being urged to register early and bring the necessary equipment, while volunteers will be deployed to assist with manual transplanting. Source: Google News – Manipal.