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ICAR Krishi Vigyan Kendra

வேளாண்மை அறிவியல் மையம்

KRISHNAGIRI DISTRICT - 635 120, TN

Azolla Production Unit

What is Azolla?

Azolla is a small floating fern that forms a symbiotic relationship with the cyanobacterium Anabaena azollae, which allows it to fix atmospheric nitrogen. This unique characteristic makes Azolla an excellent biofertilizer and a highly nutritious feed supplement for livestock, poultry, and fish.

About Our Production Unit

The Azolla Production Unit at ICAR Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Krishnagiri is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to promoting sustainable agricultural practices. Our unit serves as a demonstration and training center for farmers interested in incorporating Azolla cultivation into their farming systems.

Benefits for Crops

Azolla can be used as green manure, providing nitrogen and other nutrients to crops, reducing the need for chemical fertilizers by up to 50%.

Livestock Feed

Rich in proteins (25-35%), amino acids, vitamins, and minerals, Azolla significantly improves milk production and poultry egg production.

Water Conservation

Azolla mats reduce water evaporation from ponds and rice fields by up to 40%, helping conserve precious water resources.

Azolla Production Unit

Location

12°34'39.0"N 78°15'53.4"E

Contact Information (if any queries)

Contact Person: Dr. S. Ramesh, SMS (Animal Science)
Address: ICAR - Krishi Vigyan Kendra,
Elumichangiri, Mallinayanapalli PO,
Krishnagiri - 635 120, TAMIL NADU
Phone No: +91 97860 83230
Email ID: rameshsiddhan1979@gmail.com