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Organic vegetable gardens launched in over 1,000 government schools across the state
The Agriculture Department, in partnership with the education sector, is establishing small‑scale organic vegetable gardens in more than 1,000 government schools to promote environmental awareness and hands‑on learning.
The Agriculture Department has begun installing small organic vegetable gardens in the premises of over 1,000 government schools across the state. The initiative aims to nurture environmental consciousness among schoolchildren and provide them with practical farming experience.
Under the programme, each participating school will receive a modest plot of land, seedlings, and basic training for teachers and students on organic cultivation methods. The gardens are designed to be low‑maintenance, using locally sourced organic inputs and sustainable practices.
Education officials say the project will integrate into the existing curriculum, allowing students to learn science, nutrition, and ecology through real‑world application. By involving children directly in food production, the scheme also seeks to encourage healthier dietary habits.
The rollout is being coordinated with local agricultural officers who will monitor progress and offer ongoing support. Officials expect the gardens to become a model for similar initiatives in other states, reinforcing the link between education and sustainable agriculture.
Under the programme, each participating school will receive a modest plot of land, seedlings, and basic training for teachers and students on organic cultivation methods. The gardens are designed to be low‑maintenance, using locally sourced organic inputs and sustainable practices.
Education officials say the project will integrate into the existing curriculum, allowing students to learn science, nutrition, and ecology through real‑world application. By involving children directly in food production, the scheme also seeks to encourage healthier dietary habits.
The rollout is being coordinated with local agricultural officers who will monitor progress and offer ongoing support. Officials expect the gardens to become a model for similar initiatives in other states, reinforcing the link between education and sustainable agriculture.