Narayanpet District Collector Ch Priyanka visited fields using modern farming methods at Mallareddypally village in Kosgi mandal and launched Project K-100, also known as the 100 Farmers – 100 Innovative Activities Programme. The initiative seeks to advance crop diversification and climate-resilient agriculture, with the goal of turning Kosgi division into a model area for innovative, sustainable and profitable farming.
Under the programme, each chosen farmer will implement one distinct innovative practice, resulting in 100 demonstration models covering agriculture, horticulture, floriculture, livestock and fisheries, as well as natural farming.
During her Wednesday visit, the Collector examined brinjal and green chilli grown under mulching, tomato cultivation with staking, and floriculture efforts. She praised farmers for adopting new techniques and technologies that raise yields, lower costs and increase earnings. She called on other farmers in the district to follow similar approaches.
In light of expected El Nino conditions, Ms Priyanka recommended alternative crops, drought-tolerant varieties and short-duration crops to reduce risks. She also highlighted the value of building farm ponds for rainwater harvesting and water conservation.
Together with District Agriculture Officer Sakriya Naik, the Collector formally started Project K-100. She stressed the importance of crop diversification and urged farmers to add horticultural crops, vegetables, floriculture and other high-value options alongside traditional crops for sustainable and profitable agriculture.
The Collector noted that the project would raise farmer incomes, support sustainable practices and build climate resilience. The district administration would provide full backing for its rollout, she added.
Vegetable and cotton seeds were distributed during the event. About 120 farmers from Kosgi, Maddur, Kothapally and Gundumal mandals attended and received information on crop diversification, climate-resilient methods, modern practices and the advantages of Project K-100.
