Awareness Programme on Vetiver Cultivation and Value-Added Products Held at Thalaivasal, Salem on 17th Sep 2026District

 

An awareness programme on Vetiver Cultivation and Value-Added Products was successfully conducted at Thalaivasal Block, Salem District, Tamil Nadu, with the objective of creating awareness among farmer groups about the cultivation, utilization and income-generation opportunities associated with vetiver.

The programme brought together around 30 representatives from farmer groups from different parts of Tamil Nadu. The participants actively engaged in the programme and gained practical knowledge on the potential of vetiver as a sustainable agricultural crop and as a raw material for various value-added products.

During the programme, participants were introduced to the importance of vetiver cultivation, suitable cultivation practices, planting and maintenance methods, harvesting and post-harvest handling. Special emphasis was given to the opportunities available for developing value-added products from vetiver, which can help farmers and rural communities diversify their income sources.

The programme also highlighted the multiple uses of vetiver and its potential contribution to sustainable agriculture, soil conservation, environmental protection and rural livelihood development. Participants were encouraged to explore collective approaches through farmer groups and local enterprises for cultivation, processing and marketing of vetiver-based products.

The interaction between farmer representatives from different regions provided an opportunity to share field-level experiences, understand local challenges and discuss possibilities for expanding vetiver cultivation across Tamil Nadu.

The programme concluded with an interactive session in which participants discussed their queries and explored opportunities for taking up vetiver cultivation and value-added activities in their respective areas.

Around 30 farmer group representatives participated in the programme and benefited from the technical and practical knowledge shared during the awareness session. The programme is expected to encourage more farmers and rural entrepreneurs to explore vetiver-based sustainable livelihood opportunities.

Ecogreenunit Foundation continues to promote sustainable livelihoods, natural resource-based enterprises and innovative agricultural practices through awareness programmes, training and technical support for farmers and rural communities.