Address: Bapooji Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Santhanpara -685 619 Idukki, Kerala.
Objectives of soil and water testing laboratory
To create an awareness among the farmers about the importance of soil and water analysis.
To provide accurate soil test based fertilizer recommendation to the farmers which would reduce their input cost.
Around 30 samples are being analyzed every month for the major nutrients. Soil health cards are given to the farmers in one week’s time so that they can make best use of these soil health cards for soil test based nutrient management. Water is also tested for its portability which includes parameters like pH, EC, chlorides and sulphates. Farmers can avail this facility at a nominal cost.
Website: http://www.kvkidukki.org/facilities.php