Pisco & Chincha Farmers Trained in Palto Fertilization & Nutrition
ICA and Yara Partner to train Avocado Producers in Peru
CHINCHA,Peru – The ICA Regional Directorate,in collaboration with Yara,recently conducted training sessions for avocado producers in the Chincha and Pisco regions.The “Palto Productivity Route” program featured Mateo Cárdenas, a Colombian specialist, who presented on avocado fertilization and nutrition management.
Knowledge Sharing for Farmers
The training initiative began in Chincha, focusing on producers from the high-altitude areas of Chavín. Subsequently, all producers were invited to the Chincha Agrarian Agency for further instruction, benefiting farmers from nearby districts. A similar session was held in the Independence District of Pisco, extending knowledge to both men and women in the agricultural sector.
The ICA Regional Directorate announced that further training will be provided to farmers and the general public in Ica on April 25. The event will be held at the Coer Ica facilities (Av. Tupac Amaru s/n – behind Gore Ica) starting at 3:00 p.m. Attendance is free.
Key Participants
The training sessions saw participation from key figures, including Nicolas Vivanco of the Chincha Agrarian Agency, Rolando Bobadilla, director of the Pisco Agrarian Agency, Jimmy Risco, the Agrarian Facts Director, and Diego Muñoz, regional coordinator for Yara. Representatives from senasa also attended.
Avocado Production in Peru: Training Sessions Explained
Q: What is the focus of the training sessions mentioned in the article?
A: The article focuses on training sessions for avocado producers in Peru, specifically in the Chincha and Pisco regions. These sessions,organized by the ICA Regional Directorate in collaboration with Yara,aim to enhance avocado cultivation practices.
Q: What is the name of the training program?
A: The program is called the “Palto Productivity Route.”
Q: who led the training sessions?
A: The training sessions featured Mateo Cárdenas, a Colombian specialist.
Q: what topics were covered during the training?
A: The training covered avocado fertilization and nutrition management.
Q: Where did the training sessions take place?
A: The training sessions were held in:
Chincha (Chavín and Chincha Agrarian Agency)
Pisco (Independence District)
Ica (Coer Ica facilities)
Q: Who was invited to participate in the training in Chincha?
A: The training initiative began in Chincha, focusing on producers from the high-altitude areas of chavín. Later, all producers were invited to the Chincha Agrarian Agency for further instruction, benefiting farmers from nearby districts.
Q: Where and when will further training be provided?
A: Further training will be provided to farmers and the general public in Ica on April 25 at the Coer Ica facilities, starting at 3:00 p.m. Attendance is free.
Q: Who were some of the key participants in these training events?
A: Key participants included:
Nicolas Vivanco (Chincha Agrarian Agency)
Rolando Bobadilla (Director of the Pisco Agrarian Agency)
jimmy Risco (Agrarian Facts Director)
Diego Muñoz (Regional coordinator for Yara)
Representatives from SENASA (National Agrarian health Service)
Q: Why is this avocado training so vital?
A: This training is important because it provides avocado producers with the knowledge and skills needed to improve their farming practices.This can lead to increased productivity and better quality avocados and is especially relevant given that Avocado production can be a major source of income in the Ica region.
Q: Can I summarize the key aspects of the training in a table?
A: Certainly! Here’s a summary table:
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Association | ICA Regional Directorate & Yara |
| Program Name | Palto productivity Route |
| Expert | Mateo Cárdenas (Colombian Specialist) |
| Focus | Avocado Fertilization and Nutrition Management |
| Locations | Chincha, Pisco, ica |
| Date of the Ica Event | April 25 |
| Attendees | Avocado producers, agricultural professionals, and the general public. |