On day two of the Desi Oil Mela at Nanjaraja Bahadur Choultry in Mysuru, many people came to see the old-fashioned bullock-driven oil press. Most young visitors had never seen such a machine before. They watched closely as oil was extracted and showed great interest. Another highlight was the live demonstration of extracting castor oil. Crowds gathered to watch, apply the oil on their skin and hair, and smell its fragrance. Mahesh M. from Desiri Naturals said, "The present generation has never seen castor oil being prepared. Since morning, hundreds of people have watched the oil extraction process with great curiosity and recorded videos. There is a special demand for freshly prepared castor oil." Farmers joined training sessions on how to grow and process oilseed crops. Yamanur, senior scientist from the University of Agricultural Sciences in Bengaluru, explained, "Castor oil is used as a raw material in industries. Owing to its viscosity, it is used in lubricants, especially in aircraft engine oils. Castor oil is also used in the manufacture of lipsticks and skin-moisturising cosmetic products. Castor leaves are used in eri silk production. Since there is huge demand, farmers can adopt castor cultivation, grow it with low investment, and increase their income. High-yielding improved varieties are available." K. S. Somashekar from the same university said, "Our traditional oils are rich in nutrients. When palm oil is used, it is not easily digested and gets converted into cholesterol, which is harmful to health. Every year, the Government of India imports edible oils worth ₹1.61 lakh crore. Farmers can reduce this economic burden by cultivating oilseed crops." Yogendra, a scientist from the Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Bengaluru, added, "In our daily lives, we use more than 50 medicinal and aromatic products — from toothpaste and incense sticks to balms for colds and face creams. By cultivating aromatic and medicinal plants as intercrops, farmers can generate additional income." Guru Mallappa from Heggottara village spoke about growing groundnut and other oilseed crops successfully. Chief guest Mamatha Shekhar, a precision medicine scientist, advised, "In countries like the United States, the excessive use of refined oils has led to increasing fertility issues among young couples. I advise such people to use traditionally extracted bullock-press oils." The mela featured an exhibition showcasing more than 50 varieties of oils, offering visitors a colorful and educational experience.