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| Mrs. Samaraweera is discussing the nursery with farmers and the
nursery is being prepared |
The efficient way of preparing nursery for seedlings
broadcasting was
introduced to farmers in hotspot areas identified by Climate Smart Irrigated
Agriculture Project (CSIAP). This method was practically demonstrated in Mahanikawewa
and Ranorawa cascades in Anuradhapura District.
Seedlings broadcasting is a climate smart technology which is economically
and environmentally friendly alternative option to seeding. This achieves what
many are looking to accomplish: increase yields and quality, while decreasing
costs, inputs and environmental impact. Prior to broadcasting,
seedlings need to be raised in a nursery. In order to do this, pre-germinated seeds are
sown on trays and seeds become seedlings there.
Main advantages of this nursery
1.
Saving water needed for cultivation as seeds
become seedlings separately
2.
It provides favourable growth conditions
3.
Better care of younger plants as it is easy to
look after nursery in a small area against pathogenic infections, pests and
diseases and weeds.
4.
Nursery helps in making more efficient use of land
5.
It helps to improve crop uniformity in the field
6.
Nursery helps to reduce field management cost
