Director Agriculture Kashmir reviews expenditure status of Shopian, Anantnag Inspects proposed Centre of Excellence Site at Kulgam

KULGAM : Director Agriculture Kashmir, Sartaj Ahmad Shah, today undertook a comprehensive review of the expenditure status and implementation of various departmental schemes in the districts of Shopian and Anantnag.
During his visit, the Director inspected the Soil Testing Laboratory at Bijbehara, where he took detailed stock of its functioning, infrastructure and facilities available for soil analysis. He emphasized the significance of soil testing in promoting scientific and balanced use of fertilizers, improving soil health and enhancing agricultural productivity. He directed the concerned officers to ensure that farmers are provided timely soil testing services and appropriate technical advisories based on soil health parameters.
The Director also inspected the site identified for establishment of the Centre of Excellence at Kulgam and reviewed the suitability of the site and the proposed facilities. He underscored that the Centre of Excellence should serve as a state-of-the-art platform for demonstration and promotion of modern agricultural technologies, climate-resilient farming practices, quality planting material and advanced production techniques.
While reviewing the expenditure status of Shopian and Anantnag districts, Sartaj Ahmad Shah stressed upon the officers to ensure timely and judicious utilization of allocated funds and expedite the implementation of approved interventions. He called for close monitoring of both physical and financial progress and directed the field functionaries to ensure that the benefits of various schemes and programmes reach the farming community in a timely and transparent manner.
The Director further emphasized the need for coordinated efforts among field functionaries to strengthen agricultural infrastructure, improve service delivery and facilitate the adoption of modern technologies by farmers.