Herbicide Residue Management Training at SIAM Kota Led by Career Point University Faculty

23 June 2025 | Kota, In a knowledge-driven effort to enhance sustainable agricultural practices, Mr. Rohitashv Nagar, Assistant Professor in the Department of Agronomy at Career Point University, Kota, delivered a specialized lecture on “Residual Effect of Herbicides on Crops” at the State Institute of Agriculture Management (SIAM), Kota. The session was organized under the Agriculture Supervisor Training Program, which equips field professionals with scientific and practical knowledge relevant to modern farming. Mr. Nagar’s lecture focused on the safe and effective use of herbicides, their environmental implications, and management techniques to protect soil health and crop productivity.

Key Topics Covered:

• Classification and properties of various herbicides
• Duration and toxicity of herbicide residues in soil
• Environmental and crop-based factors affecting persistence
• Impact on successive cropping cycles and soil fertility
• Best practices to minimize herbicide residue risks
• Case studies from Rajasthan’s field conditions

Participants appreciated the session for its direct relevance, clarity, and evidence-based insights, while SIAM authorities recognized it as a valuable contribution to field-level capacity building.

Career Point University’s Commitment to Agricultural Advancement

Career Point University’s School of Agricultural Sciences remains dedicated to bridging academic research with real-world agricultural needs. Through expert-led training programs, collaborative partnerships, field demonstrations, and curriculum-aligned projects, the University plays a significant role in advancing sustainable and scientific farming across the region. These efforts reflect CPU’s broader educational mission: to educate, empower, and equip the next generation of agriculture professionals who are ready to lead with knowledge, innovation, and impact. With a strong foundation in practical learning and community engagement, Career Point University continues to support Rajasthan’s agricultural development at the grassroots level.