Farmers in Srikakulam are adopting water-saving methods because of concerns over weak monsoon rainfall. Direct Seeded Rice is being promoted as an alternative to traditional paddy transplantation. Under this method, seeds are sown directly in the field without preparing a separate nursery, reducing the need to keep agricultural fields continuously flooded. Alternate Wetting and Drying is also being introduced to improve irrigation efficiency. These methods can reduce water consumption and lower labour expenses for farmers.
