Azolla Production Unit
What is Azolla?
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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
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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
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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
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Rich in proteins (25-35%), amino acids, vitamins, and minerals, Azolla significantly improves milk production and poultry egg production.
Water Conservation
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Azolla mats reduce water evaporation from ponds and rice fields by up to 40%, helping conserve precious water resources.
Location
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Contact Information (if any queries)
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Contact Person: | Dr. S. Ramesh, SMS (Animal Science) |
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Address: |
ICAR - Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Elumichangiri, Mallinayanapalli PO, Krishnagiri - 635 120, TAMIL NADU |
Phone No: | +91 97860 83230 |
Email ID: | rameshsiddhan1979@gmail.com |