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Training Programme “Advances Introduction Technologies & Seed Production in Papaya” on 24th May 2023

Date: 24th May 2023 Last date for application: 23rd May 2023 Time of Training: 9.30 am to 5.30 pm, Venue:-Committee room, ICAR-IIHR Course Director: Dr. C. Vasugi, Principal Scientist, Division of Fruit Crops Course Co-Director: Mrs. Anushma.P.L., Dr. P V R Reddy, Dr. Sriram, Dr. Yogeesha H S Course Co-Ordinators: Dr. M.V. Dhananjaya & Dr. […]

World Intellectual Property Day – 26 April, 2023

Women and IP: Accelerating Innovations and Creativity ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research April 26, 2023 Webinar was organized on the occasion of “World Intellectual Property Day” on the theme of “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovations and Creativity” on April, 26, 2023 at 11.00 am in Seminar Hall 1, ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research and about […]

ICAR- Indian Institute of Rice Research organises 58th Annual Rice Group Meeting (Hybrid mode) at AAU, Jorhat during April 4-5, 2023

The 58th Annual Rice Group Meeting (ARGM) is being held at AAU, Jorhat from 4-5 May, 2023. The Chief Guest of the 58th ARGM is Dr TR Sharma, DDG (Crop Science), ICAR, New Delhi. The other dignitaries present in the program are: Dr BC Deke, Vice Chancellor, AAU, Jorhat; Dr SK Pradhan, ADG (FFC), ICAR, […]

All India Coordinated Rice Improvement Project (AICRIP)

58th Annual Rice Research Group Meetings 10-11th April & 4-5th May, 2023 SESSION I : INAUGURAL SESSION Chief Guest: Dr. T. R. Sharma, DDG (CS), ICAR, New Delhi Guest of Honor:  Dr. Bidyut Chandan Deka, VC, AAU, Jorhat Guest of Honor: Dr S R Das, Honorory Professor, OUAT Guest of Honor: Dr. SK Pradhan, ADG […]

Dry Converted Wet rice Against Transplanted Rice in Khammam District of Telangana ICAR

Introduction In Khamman district, farmers are increasingly facing water shortage for traditional rice cultivation due to deficit monsson, delayed and limited release of water from reservoirs. Transplanting of rice entails adequate land preparation bath for nursery and main field, consumex 20% of the total water requirement/ha (1240 mm) and requires 25 to 30 non days […]

Advanced Training Course on “Important Veterinary Clinical Procedures.”

A clinically oriented advanced training course on “Important Veterinary Clinical Procedures” is scheduled by College of Veterinary Science (Ludhiana), GADVASU from 17 April to 5 May, 2023. This course will be having surgery, anesthesia, radiology, small and large animal section, equine and necropsy section. The detailed day-wise schedule of training is enclosed. Course Details Duration […]

Admission Notice for NRI/OCI Candidates for Cdmission to M.V.Sc. Programme – Academic Session 2022-23

Applications on the prescribed form are invited from the NRI/OCI candidates for admission to M.V.Sc. programme of the University by 05.05.2023 (04.00 p.m. IST) for the academic session 2022-23 through e-mail at gadvasuadmission [email protected]. The priority in admission will be given to the NRI/OCI candidates with ancestral background/origin from Punjab and Union Territory of Chandigarh. […]

Convocation of The Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University

The 3rd Convocation of the Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University will be held on Saturday, 6th May, 2023 at 10.30 a.m. in the Pal Auditorium, PAU Campus, Ludhiana. On this convocation, an Honorary degree along with degrees to the candidates who have qualified for the award of Ph.D., Master and Bachelor degrees […]

Advisory for Hailstorm Damage and Unseasonal rainfall in Citrus Orchards

Wide spread occurrence of hailstorm and unseasonal rainfall have been reported in different parts of Vidarbha and Marathwada during third week of March, 2023. ICAR-CCRI, Nagpur has issued following measures to overcome the damages caused by hailstorm. Shedding of leaves, branches and barks due to hailstorm might expose the plants to various diseases. Remove broken […]

3rd Meeting of the Institute Joint Staff Council of ICAR-CICR, Nagpur held on 18th April, 2023 at ICAR-CICR, RS, Coimbatore.

Dr. Y. G. Prasad, Director, ICAR-CICR, Nagpur chaired the council meeting. The meeting attended by Dr. K. Rathinavel, Head, ICAR-CICR, RS, Coimbatore; Dr. Rishi Kumar, Principal Scientist, ICAR-CICR, RS, Sirsa; Sh. A. A. Goswami, Chief Administrative officer, ICAR-CICR, Nagpur; Sh. S. K. Singh, Finance and Accounts officer, ICAR-CICR, Nagpur; Sh. S. Sathyakumar, Assistant Chief Technical […]

AICRP on cotton – Annual Group Meet: 2023

Annual Group meet of AICRP on Cotton: 2023 held in Panjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana between 6th and 7th April. The meeting was organised by Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi & Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. In the inaugural function, Dr. Ajmer Singh Dhatt, Director of Research, PAU, Ludhiana welcomed the dignitaries; Dr. K Rathinavel […]

Institute Research Committee (IRC) meeting 2023

The Annual Institute Research Committee (IRC) meeting of ICAR-CICR was conducted as combined IRC for CICR, Nagpur and CICR, RS, Sirsa during 14-17th March and 20th March 2023 at CICR, Nagpur. A total of 37 Scientists from CICR, Nagpur and CICR, RS, Sirsa attended the Annual IRC 2023. Professor Pradeep Tekale, Genetics and Plant Breeding, […]

International Year of millets (Shri Anna) Year: 2023

International Year of millets (Shri Anna) Year 2023 was celebrated on 18th March, 2023 at ICAR-Central Institute for Arid Horticulture Bikaner. On this occasion, Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the global participants and entire Indian farmer community from IARI, Pusa, New Delhi and told about the importance of millets (Shri Anna) for human […]

Organized Workshop on IPR and Copyright Issues in Horticultural Sciences

ICAR-CIAH, Bikaner organized workshop on IPR and Copyright Issues in Horticultural Sciences with the support of IP and TM Unit of ICAR, New Delhi. During the workshop Dr. Jagadish Rane, Director, CIAH and Chairman of the Workshop presented opening remarks and highlighted the significant achievements made by CIAH in IP protection technology management. Dr. Neeru […]

National Workshop on Export Linked Natural Goat Husbandry Practices in India: Opportunities and Challenges

Potential Participants: Stakeholders from livestock industry, associated Ministry officials, Exporters, SAU/SVUS, research institutes, field functionaries from animal husbandry departments, cooperatives, NGOs, progressive entrepreneurs, students of animal sciences discipline. Institute Location: ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Goats is a premier research Institute of Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), an autonomous organization under Department of Agricultural […]

19.75m Fuel Efficient Multipurpose Fishing Vessel

The FV SagarHarita, a 19.75m long fuel efficient multipurpose fishing vessel designed by Fishing Technology Division of CIFT and built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL). The vessel has met all the requirements of the Indian register of shipping (IRS) and CIFT. This new generation energy efficient green fishing vessel is fitted with the latest technology […]

V- form Double Slotted Otter Board

Trawling is a highly energy intensive fishing method and in India about 165.2 million liters of diesel is consumed annually by the medium and large category of trawlers alone. CIFT has developed a few designs of low drag trawls like UHMWPE trawl, cutaway top belly trawl and short body shrimp trawl, for reducing fuel consumption […]

Distribution of fishing gear materials and demonstration programme at Valanthakkad, Kerala under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) of ICAR-CIFT

Under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) of ICAR-CIFT, 100kg of fishing nets and accessories were handed over to the benefices in a function held at the Valanathkkad on 2nd February 2023. Valanathakkad is a serene island located at the northern end of the Vembnad estuary, Kerala.  Around 50 families living in this village, belonging to […]

Distribution of Materials for Hygienic Handling of Fish and Training Programme on GAP and GHP at Cherpu Panchayathu, Thrissur under SCSP

A training programme on ‘Good Aquaculture practices and Good Hygienic Practices’ was organized under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) of ICAR-CIFT at Cherpu Grama Panchayathu of Thrissur district on 12th April 2023 by Quality Assurance and Management  Division, ICAR-CIFT. The training programme was attended by  fish farmers of scheduled caste community. Dr. Femeena Hassan, Principal […]

Training Programme on Value Added Products of Fish at KVK, Kannur under CIFT-SCSP component

A two day training programme on Value Added Products of Fish was conducted at KVK, Kannur under the CIFT-SCSP component from 24/01/2023 to 25/01/2023. The programme was jointly organized by ICAR-CIFT, Cochin and ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kannur. The training was conducted to create awareness regarding the scope of fish processing and the self-employment opportunities in […]

Skill Development Program on Pre-processing and Drying of Fish (March 2023)

A Skill Development Program on “Pre-processing and drying of fish” was conducted at the Engineering Section of ICAR-CIFT during 7-8 March 2023. The training was inaugurated by the Director I/C, Dr. T V Sankar on 7th March 2023. The training program was attended by 18 participants from all over Kerala who were entrepreneurs interested in hygienic […]

Review Workshop of Farmer FIRST projects Held at ICAR-CIFA

ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Kolkata organised Review Workshop-cum- Field visit of Farmer FIRST Programme in the conference hall of ICAR-CIFA during 21- 22 March 2023. It was attended by all 4 implementing centres viz. ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture; ICAR-National Rice Research Institute; ICAR-Indian Institute of Water Management and Odisha University of Agriculture & […]

Scientists-Farmers Interface Held at Siddha Kutila

Under Farmer FIRST Project, ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Bhubaneswar organized a Scientists-farmers interface at Siddha Kutila village, Khordha district with the participation of all stakeholders (Team of ICAR-CIFA Scientists, OUAT Professor and farmers etc.). Around 100 farmers and farm women from nearby villages participated in the programme. Dr. G.S. Saha; Principal Scientist, ICAR-CIFA; Mr. […]

Kulraj Natural SHGAgro-processing Centre Success Story

Introduction Mrs. Rupinder Kaur belongs to a farming family and was engaged in organic farming. She came to know and contact with ICAR- CIPHET, Ludhiana through ATMA, Ludhiana. Here she interacted with Dr. Mridula D., PI of CRP-SA project on ‘Establishment of modern agro-processing centre for fruits and vegetables’ and found enormous business opportunity through […]

Digha Regional Station of ICAR-CMFRI organized five days training programme on “Taxonomy of Marine Fishes” from 29 March to 2 April 2023

Digha Regional station of ICAR-CMFRI organised a five days training programme on “Taxonomy of Marine Fishes” under the in-house project “Resource assessment and management framework for sustainable marine fisheries of West Bengal and Odisha (CFD/NEC/05) from 29 March to 2 April 2023 for twenty-six B.F.Sc.  students (26 nos.) from the School of Fisheries, Centurion University of […]

Awareness Programme on Seaweed Culture using HDPE Raft based Method in North Andhra Coast

An awareness programmes on seaweed culture using HDPE raft based method in North Andhra coast was organised for fisher youth under AINP-M project for three days during 22 to 24, February 2023 at ICAR-CMFRI, Visakhapatnam Regional Centre. The programme was attended by 25 fisher youth from Visakhapatnam and Vizianagaram districts of Andhra Pradesh. Seaweed culture using innovative […]

International Year of Millet — Shree Anna programme at Kasaragod

Mar 18, 2023 : ICAR-KVK, Kasaragod The ICAR-KVK, Kasaragod and ICAR-CPCRI, Kasaragod, together organized a seminar on ‘Enhancing productivity and value addition of millets’ at ICAR- CPCRI, Kasaragod, on 18.3.2023. Dr. Manojkumar T.S., Head, ICAR-KVK Kasaragod, delivered the inaugural address and stressed the need to promote millet cultivation in Kasaragod district as part of the […]

Fertilizer Dose Calculator for Potato (FDCP)

Link for the app: Fertilizer Dose Calculator for – Apps on Google Play About this app FDCP is a user friendly mobile application developed to calculate fertilizer dose to be applied in potato growing soils. The app will be useful for potato growers cultivating potato for table as well as seed purpose. FDCP is in two […]

ICAR-CPRI organized 3 day’s Training Programme on “Making a Secure & Resilient Workplace at ICAR/ICAR Institutes

ICAR-Central Potato Research Institute, Shimla organized 3 day’s training programme as per the instructions of the council, on “Making a Secure & Resilient Workplace at ICAR/ICAR Institutes”, during 22-24 February, 2023 for administrative staff. In this training programme, 26 officials from different ICAR Institutes of the country participated. In the inaugural session, Dr. Brajesh Singh, […]

Shri B Ramesh Babu, General Manager, DDMAB, NABARD visit ICAR-CRIDA on 16th March 2023

Shri B Suresh Babu, General Manager, Department of Data Management, Analytics and Business Intelligence (DDMAABI), NABARD, Head Office, Mumbai visited ICAR-CRIDA on 16th March 2023.  Dr Vinod Kumar Singh, Director ICAR-CRIDA welcomed Shri Ramesh Babu.  Shri Suresh Babuduring the interaction with the senior officials of ICAR-CRIDA briefed the objectives of his visit  and made a power […]

Training Programme on “Millets for Opportunity in Natural Farming”

ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (CRIDA) Ranga Reddy conducted one day training programme on the theme of “Millets for opportunity in Natural Farming” on 18th March 2023. On this occasion KVK staff, Dr. D. Sudheer, Subject Matter Specialist explained about importance of growing millets, which is a step towards sustainability and food security. He informed that, millets or […]

Training Programme for Women Farmers on “Hands on Training on Preparation of Millet-based Products for Enhancing Nutritional Security” Organized Under SCSP

A three-day Training Programme was organised for Women Farmers on “Hands on Training on Preparation of Millet-based Products for Enhancing Nutritional Security” during 14-16th March 2023 at ICAR-CRIDA, Santoshnagar, Hyderabad under SC Sub Plan. The training programme was inaugurated on 14th March 2023 by Chief Guest Dr. V.K. Singh, Director, ICAR-CRIDA, Hyderabad. In his inaugural […]

Millet Awareness Campaign and Distribution of Nutri Millet Kits under SCSP

Millet Awareness Campaign was organized at Kollur village of Kotapally Mandal as a part of International Year of Millets 2023 celebration. Dr. T.V. Prasad, Principal Scientist (Entomology) & Nodal Officer briefed about the various activities undertaken under SCSP programme. Dr. K.S. Reddy, Principal Scientist (SWC) highlighted about the importance of crop diversification and water use […]

Director ICAR-CRIDA, Monitoring Interventions Under SCSP at Kotapally Mandal

Dr. V. K. Singh, Director, ICAR-CRIDA visited Kotapally Mandal of Mancherial District on 15th March, 2023 and monitored various activities under SC Sub Plan. A team of scientists Dr. T. V. Prasad, Dr. K.S. Reddy, Dr. Amarender Reddy, Dr. K. Sreedevi Shankar and Dr. A.G.K. Reddy also accompanied. Initially, the team has visited store room […]

Spray Dried Avocado Powder

~Avocado is a seasonal fruit with important nutraceutical and cosmeceutical properties. ~This process technology involves spray drying avocado pulp homogenized with acidulant, emulsifier and encapsulating agent, at optimized conditions of inlet temperature, feed flow rate and encapsulator concentration. ~High quality avocado powder, stable for more than three months at room temperature is obtained. ~This product will ensure year round demand for avocado fruits, as also supply of […]

Flourishing Together : Innovation and Industry “an Interface Among Stakeholders of Flower Crops

Floriculture is a multibillion business dealing from production to processing. As on date, Indian floriculture business is more than 230 billion Rs., while globally it is crossing 50 billion dollars. There are multiple stakeholders involved in innovation, industry, marketing and value addition. This is an attempt to bring all the stakeholders on single platform. Networking […]

Appemidi Mango Diversity Fair-2023

Karnataka state has unique position with respect to the diversity of pickling mango varieties. The state is famous for its tender mango fruits, which is used for pickling known as ‘Appemidi. ‘Appemidi (midi means tender mango in Kannada) is the King of all tender mangoes’, as far as its use in pickle industry is concerned. […]

CHES- ICAR-IIHR, Bhubaneswar Organized a Field Day on Arka Neelachal Kesari: An Extra Early Mango

Considering the significance of early mango variety in enhancing profitability of mango growers of the region, a Field Day on “Arka Neelachal Kesari: An Extra Early Mango Variety” was organized by CHES (ICAR-IIHR), Bhubaneswar on March 17, 2023. Scientists, entrepreneurs, mango growers from different districts of Odisha participated in the program. Prospects, production technology, value […]

ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru Organized a Special Training on “Advances in Production Technology of Floriculture” for The Officials of Government of Assam

A special training programme was organized on “Advances in Production Technology of Floriculture” for the officials of Directorate of Horticulture, Department of Agriculture, Government of Assam during March 25-28,2022. A total of 20 officials representing 15 districts of Assam were trained on various advances in floriculture production technologies. The main purpose of the special training […]

ITMU & CPC sponsored training program on ‘Pollen Cryopreservation in Vegetables for Hybrid Seed Production’ at Division of Flower and Medicinal Crops During 13-17 March, 2023

A training program on “Pollen cryopreservation for hybrid seed production in vegetable crops” was offered to two officials of Nirmal Seeds (Mr. D.G. Zamadar and Mr. B.P Jadav) Maharashtra. Dr. P.E. Rajasekharan, Principal Scientist, Division of Flower and Medicinal Crops, delivered a lecture on “The Science of cryopreservation and pollen viability assessment techniques”. The practical […]

Central Horticultural Experiment Station, ICAR-IIHR Bhubaneswar Organized Skill Training Programme on “Commercial Nursery Raising of Horticultural Crops”

Central Horticultural Experimental Station (CHES), ICAR-Indian Institute Horticultural Research (IIHR), Bhubaneswar organized one-day Skill Training programme on ‘Commercial nursery raising of horticultural crops’ for the farmers of Koraput and Nabarangpur district of Odisha on 24th March 2023 under DBT funded Biotech-Kisan project. Dr P Srinivas, Head I/C of CHES, IIHR Bhubaneswar highlighted the commercial aspects […]

Success Story of Baby Corn Hybrid HM 4

Baby corn plays a significant role in ensuring livelihood security and augmenting income level of farmers in peri-urban areas. HM 4 possess all the desirable traits of an ideal baby corn hybrid. Its cultivation is gaining momentum in nearby areas of cities. This single cross hybrid has an attractive creamish to light yellow colour with […]

Identification and Management of Fall Armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda)

What is fall armyworm? Fall armyworm (FAW) Spodoptera frugiperda (J.E. Smith) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) is a destructive pest native to Americas, recently invaded India and presently causing economic damage in maize. The incidence of this pest was first observed in Shivamogga, Karnataka on 18th May 2018. FAW was later reported in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, […]

Online Interview for One Position of Junior Research Fellow under DST-SERB Project

Online Interview for one position of Junior Research Fellow under DST-SERB Project (PI – Dr. Abhijit Kumar Das, Sr. Scientist) will be conducted at this Institute on the date(s)/time and venue and other details shown below on contractual basis and co-terminus with the project/scheme. The eligible and interested candidates may send their applications to [email protected]. […]

Engagement of Young Professional-i At Icar-iimr, Winter Nursery Centre, Hyderabad

Applications are invited for engagement of Young Professional-l purely on contractual basis and co-terminus with respective project at ICAR-IIMR, WNC, Hyderabad. The eligible candidates are requested to send their applications in the enclosed Performa along with scanned attested copies of the original documents through email to E-mail ID [email protected] at ICAR-IIMR, WNC, Hyderabad, so as […]

Improved Millets Production Technologies and Their Impact

A significant increase in food grain production in recent times made India a potential exporting country besides maintaining a buffer stock of 60 million tonnes. It was achieved through green revaluation. The major driving forces in achieving this was; introduction of high yielding production technologies like, high yielding variety (HYV) seeds, chemical fertilizers and intensive […]

Good Agronomic Practices for Higher Yield in Small Millets

Millets are a group of small grained cereals having nutritionally rich grains cultivated under poor soil fertility conditions and are low input demanding crops. They are staple crops in the semi-arid tropics and largely found in low rainfall receiving areas, and consequently assume larger position in sustainable agriculture and nutritional security in the drylands. Most […]

Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference, New Delhi

Sh. Narendra Modi, Hon’ble Prime Minister of India inaugurated the Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference in New Delhi at Subramaniam Hall, NASC Complex, IARI Campus, PUSA New Delhi on 18 March, 2023 at 11 AM. Based on India’s proposal, the year 2023 was declared as the International Year of Millets (IYM) by the United Nations […]

Technologies for Quality Seed Production in Castor

Castor (Ricinus communis), is an important industrial crop with 45-55% oil and a unique fatty acid, ricinoleic acid (80-93% of oil). Castor oil and its derivatives are used in the manufacture of several industrial products like lubricants, medicine, laxatives, nail polishes, paintings etc. India accounts for 69% of the world’s castor area and 85% of […]

Training on value addition in Oilseeds

A training programme was organized on value addition in oilseeds under the ABI incubation UNIT ON 28.02.2023 and 03.03.2023 to around 110 participants comprising of District Project Managers and Assistants. Project managers of Society for Eradication of Rural Poverty, Telangana of NRCM, RC, NIRDPR. Hands on experience training towards crushing of edible oils was imparted […]

Castor field day in collaboration with KVK, Yagantepalle at Yagantepalle, Nandyal Dist, Andhra Pradesh on 13/03/2023

Organised castor field day at Yagantepalle, Nandyal dist A.P on 13/03/2023. Discussed about the quality seed production techniques, postharvest technicalities, seed standards, good agricultural practices, pest and diseases of castor. Sanitised about the FPOs, and sunflower cultivation in Nandyal region. Sri. P. Balaji, Chariman, KVK, Yagantepalle, Dr. Dhanalakshmi, PC, KVK, Yagantepalle, Dr. M.Sudhakar, SMS, (Agronomy), […]

One-day hands-on training programme on “True hybrid testing in pulse crops using molecular techniques” Under Scientific Social Responsibility (SSR) of DST-SERB funded project.

ICAR-Indian Institute of Pulses Research (IIPR), Kanpur, organized a one-day hands-on training programme on “True hybrid testing in pulse crops using molecular techniques” Under Scientific Social Responsibility (SSR) of DST-SERB funded project “Detection of genetic loci associated with yield attributes and seed quality traits under high temperature exposure in Field pea (Pisum sativum L.) (CRG/2021/0007324)” […]

Activities and Timelines – REWARD Project

Suggested Activities Under the Project The suggested time specific activities table and timeline chart are prepared based on the activities to be undertaken in the selected micro-watersheds. DPR preparation for 75 micro-watersheds will be prepared in 1st two years using the developed DSS and field verification and in case of delay in the development of […]

Training provided by ABI, ICAR-IISR, Indore

Training Course Fee Three days certified sensitization training in soy food processing and byproduct utilization Programme (TSFP) Apply Rs. 3000/- (for self-sponsored) Rs. 5000/- (for candidates sponsored by companies/industries/Govt. Organization) Five days certified training on practicing basic techniques of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungal biofertilizer Programme (TAMP) and bacterial bio-fertilizers Apply Rs. 15000/- (for self-sponsored) Rs. 30000/- […]

Walk-in-lnterview for the post of SRF in CRP on SA Project at ICARCIPHET Ludhiana-reg.

Applications are invited from the eligible candidates for the post of Senior Research Fellow (SRF), one number in the CRP-SA Project at ICAR-Central Institute of Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology, Ludhiana, Punjab. The appointment will be purely temporary. The walk-in-interview will be conducted on 11th April 2023 at 11:00 AM. For more details the link is […]

Wheat crop advisory for the first week of April, 2023 (05.04.23-11.04.23)

The weather forecast received from IMD indicates that in the coming week maximum temperature is expected to range from 29.6 to 37.7°C and minimum temperature from 14.0 to 23.5°C at most of the locations in north India. The maximum relative humidity is expected to range from 48-11% and minimum relative humidity from 28-6%. In accordance […]

Wheat and Barley Crop Advisory for The Fourth Week of March, 2023 (29.03.23 – 04.04.23)

The weather forecast received from IMD indicates that in coming week will remain normal for wheat and barley crop. The maximum temperature will be expected to range from 22.4 to 37.6°C and minimum temperature from 12.6 to 20.5°C at most of the location in north India. Light to heavy rains, high velocity wind and thunderstorm […]

Technological Interventions for Efficient Seed Distribution During Covid-19 Pandemic

ICAR-Indian Institute of Wheat and Barley Research, Karnal has enhanced its presence in the farmers’ field with the development and deployment of wheat varieties like DBW187 (Karan Vandana) and DBW222 (Karan Narendra). These varieties have been handpicked by the wheat farmers’ of different states. The institute used to sell its seed to the farmers by […]

Annual Training Calendar for Field Veterinary Officers (2023-2024)

For organization of the training please contact to Director, ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute at [email protected] or the Joint Director (Extension Education) at [email protected] See More: http://ivri.nic.in/extension/download/Training2332023.pdf Original Website Link: http://ivri.nic.in/

Eastern Regional Station, ICAR- IVRI, Kolkata, Organized NEH Programme at Mangan, Sikkim

Eastern Regional Station (ERS) of ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Kolkata, organized Training-cum-Awareness Programme on Scientific Pig Farming and distributed piglets and pig feed to the beneficiaries under IVRI-NEH Programme, which may help in livelihood generation and overall well-being of the weaker section of the region. The programme was organized in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan […]

TEC-IVRI Pune Organised Trainings on Goat Farming, and Distributed Goats and Other Inputs at Dhadgaon Village in Nandurbar District (Maharashtra) under TSP Programme on 22nd and 23rd March 2023

TEC, ICAR-IVRI, Pune along with CINI (Collectives for Integrated Livelihood Initiatives), an associated organization of Tata Trusts, organized one day training on “Goat farming for the livelihood improvement of farmers” on 22nd March 2023 under TSP programme at Dhadgaon village of Nandurbar district. A total of 199 farmers including 12 women participated in the training. […]

TEC-IVRI, Pune participated in Mahaexpo-2023, Shirdi, Ahmednagar (Maharashtra) during 24-26 March 2023

Maharashtra State Animal Husbandry Department (AHD) has organized three days Mahapashudhan Expo-2023 in Shirdi, Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra State from 24th to 26th March, 2023. The expo was inaugurated by the State Agriculture Minister, Abdul Sattar and Animal Husbandry Minister, Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil. Mr Sujay Vikhe Patil, MLA, highlighted the significance of Mahaexpo-2023 and its […]

ICAR-IVRI, ERS- Kolkata, Organized Short term Training for Field Veterinarians of Assam

Eastern Regional Station, ICAR-IVRI, Kolkata, conducted a 7-day short term training on “Diagnostic modalities of emerging infectious disease in food and companion animals with special reference to drug- resistance” from 23rd March to 29th March, 2023. In total, twenty veterinary officers from Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department, Govt. of Assam, Assam participated in the training. […]

TEC-IVRI Pune organised a training programme on Goat Farming for Livelihood Improvement at Trimbakeshwar, Nashik (Maharashtra) on 29th March 2023 under TSP programme

TEC-IVRI, Pune in collaboration with Maharashtra Animal Husbandry Department organised one day training on “Goat farming for the livelihood improvement of farmers” at Trimbakeshwar in Nashik district of Maharashtra on 29th March 2023 under TSP programme. A total of 168 farmers including 160 women from eight villages namely Saraste, Ojarkhed, Torangaon, Khokripara, Hirdi, Dahalewadi, Rakdegaon […]

Eastern Regional Station, ICAR- IVRI, Kolkata organized Kisan Gosthi-cum-Awareness Programme and distributed inputs under ICAR-IVRI NEH Programme

Topography, climate and socio-economic conditions in Tripura state intends the people on livestock farming and particularly, chick and duck rearing are increasing by marginal and small farmers. There is a good demand for chicken and eggs for local consumption. Therefore, chick and duck rearing has occupied a special significance in this state, as these birds […]

Bio-Diversified integrated Natural Farming : A Success Story

Aman Lakra, 63 years old and an ex-servicemen, the resident of Abhaypur village of Bareilly district (U.P.) paved the success of natural integrated farming. He is post-graduate in economics and served in Indian Army, Military Engineering Services and Life Insurance Corporation. He had shifted from Latihar district of Jharkhand to Bareilly (U.P.) in 1992 with […]

Entrepreneurship in Cultivation of Shatavar (Asparagus racemsus) : A Success Story of a Rural Youth

Shri Dharmendra Sahay Gangwar, 36 year old rural youth of Rajendra Nagar, Bareilly is a potential medicinal plant grower in Rohilkhand region with the production of high quality Shatavar (Asparagus racemsus) which has tremendous market value at present. His farm is located at Kaziapura, Tehsil Milak, Rampur. He has completed his Master Degree in Environment […]

NABARD & a-IDEA jointly organized State Level Millet Programe at ICAR-NAARM

Date: 10 March 2023 NABARD organized State Level Millet Conclave at ICAR-NAARM, Hyderabad on 10 March 2023. The objective of the event is to commemorate the International Year of Millets – Promotion of Farmer Producer Organizations and Multi Stakeholder Approach for promotion of millets based products. About 300 participants covering FPOs, Farm Women, Scientists, Startups, […]

Executive Development Program on Leadership Development

Course Directors Dr. G.Venkateshwarlu Gudipati and Dr. D. Thammi Raju Programme Details From 24-04-2023 To 29-04-2023 Eligibility Newly recruited Directors of ICAR Institutes including ATARIs, Assistant Directors General, Joint Directors of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research who are in the Research Management Position cadre Course Fee Nil Core Contents Leadership Challenge, Leadership qualities and […]

Academia-Industry-Government Linkages for Higher Education: National Conference Concluded at ICAR-NAARM

13-3-2023 The National Conference on “Policy Development and Implementation Strategies for AcademiaIndustry-Government Linkages for Agricultural Higher Education in India” was held during March 12-13, 2023 at ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management, Hyderabad. Dr. R C Agrawal, National Director, NAHEP & DDG (Agril. Education) inaugurated the conference and highlighted the salient achievements of the project […]

Skill Development Training on IFS at KVK, Namakkal Organized by ICAR-NAARM

18.03.2023 ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management, Hyderabad organized 5 days Skill Development Training Programme on “Integrated Farming System” under SCSP in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), TANUVAS Namakkal, Tamil Nadu for SC farmers from 13.03.2023 to 17.03.2023 at KVK Campus. Dr.M.Selvaraju, Dean, Veterinary College & Research Institute, Namakkal delivered Chief Guest address on […]

ICAR-NAARM Organized Skill Development Programme on Backyard Poultry at KVK, Gaddipally, Telangana

25-03-2023 To enhance the livelihood through income generation by having a self-employment activity to farmers. ICAR NAARM organized two days Skill Development training programme on “Backyard Poultry” under SCSP in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Gaddipally, Telangana for SC farmers from 23- 24th March 2023.The farmers participated actively in all sessions of the program […]

Auction Notice for Mango Fruits

AUCTION NOTCE Director, ICAR-NAARM is pleased to invite the bidders to take part in the auction of the following items in our campus. SI. No. Name of the crop Mango Fruit No. of bushes / trees EMD Amount Plot No. 1 H – 8 25 Nos 1,000.00 2 H – 9 & H – 10 […]

Training Programme on Data Visualization using R (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. yashvanth B S Programme Details From 04-03-2024 To 08-03-2024 Eligibility Scientist/Faculty/Technical Officers of State Agricultural Universities/ICAR institutes/KVKs and Research Scholars of NARES System Course Fee *Rs.6000/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions *Rs.12000/-+18% GST per participant coming from Industry / Corporate Sector *Rs.9000/-+18% GST […]

WTO & Food Security: Challenges, Research Strategies & Policies (On-line Mode)

Course Directors Dr. Dastagiri M.B. and Dr. Ramesh Naik Programme Details From 26-02-2024 To 29-02-2024 Eligibility Scientists, Senior scientists, Principal Scientists, Researchers working on international trade Course Fee *Rs.2500/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions, Start-Ups/MSMEs/NGOs *Rs.5000/-+18% GST per participant coming from Industry / Corporate Sector *Rs.1000/-+18% […]

MDP on Developing Winning Research Proposals (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. SK Soam Programme Details From 19-02-2024 To 23-02-2024 Eligibility Scientists, Faculty Members and Researchers from Agricultural and General Universities, Private Universities, NGOs and Autonomous Research Institutes. Course Fee *Rs.6000/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions *Rs.12000/-+18% GST per participant coming from Industry / Corporate […]

Training Programme on Geospatial Analysis using QGIS & R (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. P.D. Sreekanth Programme Details From 12-02-2024 To 16-02-2024 Eligibility Scientist/Faculty/ Senior Technical Officers (T-6 and above) working in the area of Natural Resource Management from ICAR Institutes, State Agricultural Universities and KVK’s. Course Fee *Rs.6000/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions *Rs.12000/-+18% GST per […]

MDP on Business Plan Development and Accelerating FPOs/FPCs (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. Ranjit Kumar Programme Details From 29-01-2024 To 02-02-2024 Eligibility Faculty/ Scientists from Agricultural Universities/ ICAR institutes/ Officials from KVKs; members from FPOs; executives of Agribusiness firm; PG students having interest in FPOs/FPCs Course Fee *Rs.6000/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions *Rs.12000/-+18% GST per […]

Training of Trainers on Use of Digital Gadgets in Agriculture (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. Surya Rathore Programme Details From 15-01-2024 To 19-01-2024 Eligibility Extension professionals working in KVKs, ICAR institutes, Agricultural Universities, public, private and Non-Government Organizations in agriculture and allied sectors and rural development. Course Fee *Rs.6000/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions *Rs.12000/-+18% GST per participant […]

Training Programme on Teaching Competency Enhancement for Faculty of Agricultural Universities (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. D. Thammi Raju Programme Details From 08-01-2024 To 12-01-2024 Eligibility All agri teaching faculty working in SAUs / DUs / private universities / general universities Course Fee *Rs.6000/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions *Rs.12000/-+18% GST per participant coming from Industry / Corporate Sector […]

Online Course Production and Management for MOOCs (On-line Mode)

Course Directors Dr. GRK Murthy Programme Details From 01-01-2024 To 12-01-2024 Eligibility All teaching faculty of NARES Course Fee *Rs.2500/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions, Start-Ups/MSMEs/NGOs *Rs.5000/-+18% GST per participant coming from Industry / Corporate Sector *Rs.1000/-+18% GST per participant comin Core Contents Digital pedagogy; Content […]

MDP on Leadership Development (a Pre-RMP Programme) (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. Alok Kumar and Dr. P. Ramesh Programme Details From 11-12-2023 To 22-12-2023 Eligibility Heads of Divisions and other Senior Functionaries, in the pre-RMP cadre of ICAR and other Institutions in NARES, who are planning to move into Research Management Positions, would participate in this programme. Course Fee Rs.12000/- + 18% GST Per […]

Training Programme on Innovations in Digital Extension (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. Vijay Avinashilingam Programme Details From 04-12-2023 To 08-12-2023 Eligibility Scientists / Assistant Professor / SMSs from ICAR, Agricultural Universities and KVK, NGOs, General Universities and Extension Personnel working in line departments. Course Fee *Rs.6000/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions *Rs.12000/-+18% GST per participant […]

MDP for Newly Recruited Senior Scientist & Heads of KVKs (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. Vijay Avinashilingam and Dr. Venkatesan P. Programme Details From 01-12-2023 To 30-12-2023 Eligibility Newly recruited Senior Scientists and Heads of KVKs.(nominated by Agricultural Extension Division of ICAR) Course Fee – Core Contents The programme contents cover modules on management of system, human resources, information and knowledge, training and technology assessment, demonstration and […]

Training Programme on Analysis of Experimental Data using R (Online Mode)

Course Directors Dr. A. Dhandapani Programme Details From 20-11-2023 To 24-11-2023 Eligibility Scientist/Assistant Professor and above working in ICAR/SAU/Private Universities; Professionals with at least Master’s degree working in R&D of Private Industries Course Fee *Rs.2500/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions, Start-Ups/MSMEs/NGOs *Rs.5000/-+18% GST per participant coming […]

Training Workshop on Analysis of Multi-Environment Trials (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. A. Dhandapani Programme Details From 14-11-2023 To 17-11-2023 Eligibility Scientist/Assistant Professor and above working in ICAR/SAU/Private Universities; Professionals with at least Master’s degree working in R&D of Private Industries Course Fee *Rs.6000/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions *Rs.12000/-+18% GST per participant coming from […]

Training Programme on Managing Stress and Wellbeing in the workplace (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. P. Ramesh Programme Details From 07-11-2023 To 10-11-2023 Eligibility Senior Managers like Directors, Joint Directors, Heads of Departments, Zonal Coordinators and Project Coordinators, CAOs and FAOs and Principal Scientists of ICAR; Heads of Departments and Associate Directors of Research, Registrars and Comptrollers and Senior Professors of SAUs. Course Fee Rs.6000/- + 18% […]

Training Programme on Digital Photography/Videography and Image processing (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Mr. Ravi Marella Programme Details From 06-11-2023 To 10-11-2023 Eligibility ICAR Technical Officers (T-5 and above) Course Fee – Core Contents Digital Photography; Digital video live streaming practicals; Poster design and cover page design Use of software like Adobe Photoshop/Coral Draw Communication skills; Handling Digital cameras and its operation ; Digital lens and […]

Training programme on Next Generation Sequencing and DATA Analysis (Online Mode)

Course Directors Dr. M Balakrishnan Programme Details From 16-10-2023 To 20-10-2023 Eligibility Scientists, Faculty and Officials of ICAR, State Agriculture and Veterinary Universities and others working in Agriculture and allied disciplines Course Fee Rs.2500/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions, Start-Ups/MSMEs/NGOs *Rs.5000/-+18% GST per participant coming from […]

Training Programme on Advances in Extension Research and Evaluation Methodology (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. Venkatesan P. Programme Details From 10-10-2023 To 12-10-2023 Eligibility Scientists in ICAR, Agricultural Universities and KVKs, Scientists from NGOs and General Universities working in agricultural extension and related social science disciplines and research scholars in social sciences. Course Fee Rs.4000/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private […]

Training Programme on Design Thinking in Agricultural Research and Education (Online Mode)

Course Directors Dr. SK Soam Programme Details From 09-10-2023 To 13-10-2023 Eligibility Faculty members and researchers from Agricultural Universities, General Universities, Private Universities, NGOs and Autonomous academic and scientific organizations Course Fee Rs.2500/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions, Start-Ups/MSMEs/NGOs *Rs.5000/-+18% GST per participant coming from Industry […]

Training Programme on Administrative and Financial Management (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Mr. Purwar Vivek Programme Details From 09-10-2023 To 13-10-2023 Eligibility AAOs/AFAOs/SOs/FAOs/AOs Course Fee – Core Contents Purchase procedures, RTI, Court cases, Establishment Matters, Rosters, Conduct Rules, Pay Fixation and Pensionary Benefits See More: https://naarm.org.in/training/Default.aspx Original Website Link: https://naarm.org.in/

Training Programme on “Agricultural Production System Modelling” (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. Ramesh Naik Programme Details From 25-09-2023 To 29-09-2023 Eligibility Faculty/ Scientists from Agricultural Universities/ ICAR institutes/ Officials from KVKs; NGOs; Autonomous academic; Scientific organizations and Research scholars having interest in Agricultural System Modelling Course Fee *Rs.6000/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions *Rs.12000/-+18% GST […]

Training Connect Workshop on Education Management and Academic Leadership under NAHEP (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. D. Thammi Raju Programme Details From 13-09-2023 To 15-09-2023 Eligibility Trainees of earlier training workshops on education management and academic leadership Course Fee – Core Contents Experiential sharing, Community of Practice, NEP 2020 implementation strategies, Action plans for future See More: https://naarm.org.in/training/Default.aspx Original Website Link: https://naarm.org.in/

EDP for Directors of Extension Education of Agricultural Universities (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. B.S. Sontakki Programme Details From 12-09-2023 To 14-09-2023 Eligibility Directors of Extension Education of State and Central Agricultural/ Horticulture/Veterinary/Fisheries Universities Course Fee Rs.4000/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions Core Contents Governance and management issues in frontline extension of agri. universities and role of […]

Training Programme on New Labour Codes, 2020 for ICAR

Course Directors Mr. Khilji Z. H Programme Details From 11-09-2023 To 15-09-2023 Eligibility (i) All category of Administrative and Finance Officers,(ii) Others willing to expand their knowledge may also participate. Course Fee – Core Contents Brief Background & Introduction to New labour codes and relevance to ICAR, Code on Wages, Occupational Safety, Health and Working […]

Training Programme on Motivation, Positive Thinking and Communication Skills for ICAR Technical Officers (T-5 and above) (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Ms. Aneeja G Programme Details From 11-09-2023 To 15-09-2023 Eligibility ICAR Technical Officers in Grades T-5 and above Course Fee – Core Contents The programme would cover topics on the following broad areas: Motivation; Positive thinking; Communication skills; Trust building; Personality development; Interpersonal relationships; Team work; Stress management See More: https://naarm.org.in/training/ViewDetails.aspx?id=668 Original Website […]

National Symposium on Mainstreaming Gender in the Development Schemes of Agriculture and allied Sectors in India (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. Surya Rathore Programme Details From 07-09-2023 To 08-09-2023 Eligibility Participation of speakers by invitation and others who are working on gender issues Course Fee Under the project: Development of a framework for gender mainstreaming in the development schemes of the Agriculture sector in India Participation by invitation and no fees Core Contents […]

MDP on Intellectual Property Valuation and Technology Management (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. Umesh Hudedamani Programme Details From 04-09-2023 To 08-09-2023 Eligibility Scientists/Faculty Engaged in Agricultural Research/Education, Members of ITMU/ZTMUs in ICAR System, Personnel from ABI, Personnel with Portfolio of Issues on IP or Technology Transfer Course Fee Rs.6000/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions *Rs.12000/-+18% GST […]

Capacity Building for CJSC members of ICAR HQs and Institutes (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Mr. Mukul Raj Singh Programme Details From 22-08-2023 To 25-08-2023 Eligibility CJSC members of ICAR HQs and Institutes Course Fee – Core Contents Communication Skills, Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence and Stress Management See More: https://naarm.org.in/training/Default.aspx Original Website Link: https://naarm.org.in/

Training Programme on Analysis of Experimental Data using R (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. A. Dhandapani Programme Details From 21-08-2023 To 25-08-2023 Eligibility Scientist/Assistant Professor and above working in ICAR/SAU/Private Universities; Professionals with at least Master’s degree working in R&D of Private Industries Course Fee *Rs.6000/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions *Rs.12000/-+18% GST per participant coming from […]

Training Programme on Capacity Building and Promoting Network of Startups (under NABARD Grant) (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. Senthil Vinayagam Programme Details From 16-08-2023 To 18-08-2023 Eligibility Entrepreneurs and Startups in agri and allied sectors Course Fee – Core Contents Agri Business Management; Agri Entrepreneurship Development, Mentoring; Business Development; Innovation Sensitization. Rural Employment Development See More: https://naarm.org.in/training/Default.aspx Original Website Link: https://naarm.org.in/

Training Programme on Advances in Mobile Application Development (Online Mode)

Course Directors Dr. Srinivasa Rao N Programme Details From 07-08-2023 To 11-08-2023 Eligibility Scientists / Faculty / Technical staff of ICAR, SAUs working in Agriculture and allied disciplines Course Fee *Rs.2500/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions, Start-Ups/MSMEs/NGOs *Rs.5000/-+18% GST per participant coming from Industry / Corporate […]

Senior Executive Development Programme on Leadership in Higher Agricultural Education

Course Directors Dr. G.Venkateshwarlu Gudipati Programme Details From 07-08-2023 To 12-08-2023 Eligibility Vice Chancellors of AUs/CAUs, with preference to those who are appointed in the last year. Course Fee – Core Contents Institutional Ecosystem Dynamics; Governance – Visioning and Strategizing; Leadership Development for Institutional Excellence; Administrative and Financial Acumen for Effective Governance; Stakeholder Engagement for […]

Training Programme on Gene Editing and Technology Management in Agriculture (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. Umesh Hudedamani and Dr. Supriya P and Dr. M Balakrishnan and Dr. Satendra Manngrauthia Programme Details From 10-07-2023 To 14-07-2023 Eligibility Scientists/Faculty Engaged in Agricultural Research/Education Course Fee *Rs.6000/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions *Rs.12000/-+18% GST per participant coming from Industry / Corporate […]

Training Programme on Avenues for Resource Generation & Budget Utilization (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Mr. Khilji Z. H Programme Details From 10-07-2023 To 14-07-2023 Eligibility (i) All category of Administrative and Finance Officers (ii) Others willing to expand their knowledge may also participate. Course Fee – Core Contents Procedure for Budget estimates to its final approval by Parliament ; Principles and practices of remittance from ICAR/MOF; Role […]

Training Programme on Technical Service Rules (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Mr. Purwar Vivek Programme Details From 10-07-2023 To 11-07-2023 Eligibility Dealing Assistants/AAOs /AOs /SAOs Course Fee – Core Contents Technical Service Rules of ICAR, Assessment Committees for various categories See More: https://naarm.org.in/training/Default.aspx Original Website Link: https://naarm.org.in/

Training Workshop for Vigilance officers of ICAR Institutes (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. Senthil Vinayagam Programme Details From 14-06-2023 To 16-06-2023 Eligibility Vigilance Officers of ICAR Institutes Course Fee – Core Contents Preventive Vigilance, Disciplinary Procedures, Conduct Rules, Purchase and works procedures, RTI and Court Cases, Duties and responsibilities of Vigilance Officers See More: https://naarm.org.in/training/ViewDetails.aspx?id=657 Original Website Link: https://naarm.org.in/

2nd MDP on Leadership Development (a Pre-RMP Programme) (In-Person Mode) – June 2023

Course Directors Dr. P. Ramesh and Dr. Alok Kumar Programme Details From 12-06-2023 To 23-06-2023 Eligibility Heads of Divisions and other Senior Functionaries, in the pre-RMP cadre of ICAR and other Institutions in NARES, who are planning to move into Research Management Positions, would participate in this programme. Course Fee Rs.12000/- + 18% GST Per […]

1st MDP for Newly Recruited Senior Scientist & Heads of KVKs (In-Person Mode) – June 2023

Course Directors Dr. Surya Rathore and Dr. B.S. Sontakki Programme Details From 01-06-2023 To 30-06-2023 Eligibility Newly recruited Senior Scientists and Heads of KVKs.(nominated by Agricultural Extension Division of ICAR) Course Fee – Core Contents The programme contents cover modules on management of system, human resources, information and knowledge, training and technology assessment, demonstration and […]

MDP on Business Plan Development and Accelerating FPOs/FPCs (Online Mode) – May 2023

Course Directors Dr. Ranjit Kumar Programme Details From 08-05-2023 To 12-05-2023 Eligibility Faculty/ Scientists from Agricultural Universities/ ICAR institutes/ Officials from KVKs; members from FPOs; executives of Agribusiness firm; PG students having interest in FPOs/FPCs Course Fee *Rs.2500/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions, Start-Ups/MSMEs/NGOs *Rs.5000/-+18% GST […]

Trainers Events, on the Curriculum and Participatory Training Methods (In-Person Mode)

Course Directors Dr. Srinivas Tavva Programme Details From 24-04-2023 To 28-04-2023 Eligibility Faculty/ Scientists from Agricultural Universities/ ICAR institutes/ Forest Institutes and Department/Officials from KVKs; bachelor and master students of agriculture and veterinary courses Course Fee *Rs.6000/- + 18% GST Per Participant -Coming from AUs, DUs, SAUs or Public/Private Universities/ Institutions *Rs.12000/-+18% GST per participant […]

Annual Capacity Building Plan 2023 -2024

A. Foundation Course for Agricultural Research Service (FOCARS) The foundation course for agricultural research service, which is a basic induction training for the scientists newly recruited to agricultural research service, with three months duration, is organized in three phases. Phase 1: Agricultural research systems and management processes – concept and principles; Phase 2: Technology generation […]

Agri-Startups Graduation Ceremony Organized by a-IDEA, ICARNAARM

Date: 17 March 2023 a-IDEA, The Technology Business Incubator of ICAR-NAARM, Hyderabad organized its First Graduation Ceremony of Agri-Startups on 17 March 2023 at ICAR-NAARM, Hyderabad. To commemorate the success of the Agri Startups and to support and encourage the startup ecosystem in agriculture and allied sector. Twenty Agri-startups who are incubated under a-IDEA’s incubation […]

The ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources, New Delhi organized the “Germplasm Diversity Day – 2023” at ICAR-NBPGR Farm, Issapur, New Delhi on 15 March, 2023.

The Germplasm Diversity Day was organized at ICAR-NBPGR Experimental Farm, Issapur, New Delhi on 15 March 2023. It was attended by around 60 participants from 13 organizations namely ICAR-IIWBR, Karnal; ICAR- IARI, New Delhi; PAU, Ludhiana; ICAR-VPKAS, Almora; ICAR-NBPGR, New Delhi; ICAR-IIPR, Kanpur; SHUATS, Prayagraj; CSKHPV, Palampur; ICARDA-India; KVK, Ujwa; Nuziveedu seeds; ZARS, Kalaburgi and […]

“PGR Awareness camp/Biodiversity Fair” organized by ICAR-NBPGR Regional Station Srinagar under TSP at Qazi Morah, Poonch Jammu & Kashmir on March 25th, 2023

One day “PGR Awareness camp/Biodiversity Fair” was organized by ICAR-NBPGR Regional Station Srinagar at at Qazi Morah, Poonch Jammu & Kashmir on March 25th, 2023 in collaboration with KVK SKUAST-Jammu Poonch. Majority of the population residing in this border district of Jammu & Kashmir are Pahari speaking tribals and the area is famous for Poonch […]

ICAR-NBPGR, Regional Station, Akola organized a Workshop cum PGR Awareness Programme under Schedule Caste Sub-Plan at KVK, Selsura, Wardha

A workshop cum awareness programme on “Conservation of Plant Genetic Resources for Health and Nutritional Security” under Schedule Caste Sub-Plan was organized at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Selsura, District Wardha of Maharashtra State on 23rd March 2023. It was organized with the local support from KVK, Selsura. A total of 130 participants comprising farmers and […]

ICAR and World Bank issue Delhi Declaration on Modernisation of Agricultural Education System at International Conference on Blended Learning Ecosystem

–    Declaration highlights need to strengthen digital Infrastructure including digital e-learning content and deployment of emerging immersive technologies across Agricultural Higher Education Institutions –    Calls for a system-wide Digital Capacity Building Program across stakeholders – 24th March 2023, New Delhi There is a need to strengthen digital Infrastructure including digital e-learning content and deployment of emerging […]

Promotion of Kharif Onion Production in South Eastern Parts of Uttar Pradesh

12 March 2023, Mirzapur ICAR-Directorate of Onion and Garlic Research, Pune organized a Kisan Sangoshthi on scientific cultivation of onion at Purushottampur, Narayanpur, Mirzapur on 12 March 2023 in collaboration with Agrimitra FPO. Chief Guest of the program  Dr. A.K. Singh, DDG (Hort. Sci.), ICAR praised the farmers of Mirzapur and adjoining areas for their […]

ICAR-NBAIR, Bengaluru conducted SCSP and TSP Program

23rd March 2023, Bengaluru ICAR-National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources (NBAIR), Bengaluru conducted SCSP program at Paruvathahalli village, Pennagram Taluk and TSP program at Bothakadu village of Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Dharmapuri.    Dr. S. N. Sushil Director, ICAR-NBAIR was the chief guest and distributed the agri inputs […]

On Farm Farmers-Scientist Interaction and Feedback Programme

“Technologies Showcasing and Feedback on Wheat Crop Updates in Punjab” 26th March, 2023, Karnal ICAR-Indian Institute of Wheat and Barley Research, Karnal organized On Farm Farmers-Scientist Interaction programme for wheat technologies showcasing and feedback on crop updates after untimely rains in Punjab. Dr. Gyanendra Singh, Director, ICAR-IIWBR, Karnal visited wheat fields of three districts viz., Patiala, […]

Kisan Goshthi and Agricultural Input Distribution for Scheduled Caste Farmers

25th & 26th March 2023 ICAR-National Research Centre for Integrated Pest Management, New Delhi organised two  Kisan Goshthis for small landholding Schedule Caste BPL farmers to improve their socio-economic status and enable them to participate in the development process in an equitable manner. These programmes were organized in the SC-dominated areas of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana. […]

Professor Ramesh Chand, Member, NITI Aayog delivered Key Note Address at WTC, ICAR-IARI New Delhi on World Water Day

22nd March, 2023, New Delhi On the occasion of World Water Day on, Water Technology Centre, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi organized a brainstorming programme on “Accelerating the change to solve the water and sanitation crisis” in the Chairmanship of Dr. Alok K. Sikka, Country Representative-India of International Water Management Institute today. The Chief […]

2nd Counselling Notification for Admission into M.Sc.(Hort.) and Ph.D.(Hort.) for the Academic Year 2022-23 on 09-02-2023

The candidates who are selected and wish to slide from their allotted discipline in Horticulture as per the eligibility from Stipend to Stipend, Non-stipend to Stipend and Nonstipend to Non-stipend and the waiting list candidates who attended the first counselling of M.Sc.(Hort.) on 09-01-2023 and Ph.D.(Hort.) on 10-01-2023 can attend the Second Counselling for P.G. […]

Special Advisory for Farmers

Special Advisory (विशेष हवामान सल्ला) Sr. No. Advisories Advisories Information   मराठी English   1  Agromet Advisory Service Bulletin for Palghar District  हवामानावर आधारित कृषी सल्ला (पालघर) पुढील ५ दिवसांसाठी     Sr. No. Advisories Advisories Information   मराठी English   1 Agromet Advisory Service Bulletin for Raigad District 2 Agromet Advisory Service Bulletin for […]

Kisan Mela Kicks Off at Pau Be Water Secure Rather than Being Water Insecure: Us Expert to Punjab Farmers

A two-day Kisan Mela kicked off at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. Although rain played a spoilsport in the morning, yet the bright sunshine in the noon was a big relief and cheered up the spirits of the Punjab farmers. About 60,000 to 62,000 farmers were connected with the mela via online mode. The theme of the […]

Trellis Based Vegetable Cultivation

Vegetables : Bitter gourd, snake gourd and ridge gourd in 1 acre Irrigation : Drip irrigation Layout : Farm Yard Manure application in raised bed Row spacing : 12×14 feet Rabi season Crop spacing : 5 feet Sowing : 2 or 3 seeds at horizontal position per hole  Drip irrigation : 20 minutes/acre Ploughing : […]

Madhur Solar Dreid Banana

A unique product of value addition from Bananas, First of its kind in India, Fully matured from fresh bananas were selected from the orchards grown on the  confluence of river Cauvery in Thottiam taluk, Trichirapallu distrct of Tamilnadu. Quality fruits of traditional banana varieties like poovan, karpooravalli, Elakki were picked to get ripened in a […]

A Young Innovator : Solar Seeder

M. Subash Chandra Bose is studying in eighth standard in St. Sebasthiyar Matriculation School, Pudukkottai, Tamil Nadu. He participated in the National Level Science Competition Ignite – 2015 held at IIM Ahamedabad. He received ‘Dr APJ Abdul kalam Ignite Award- 2015’ from Honorable President Shri  Pranab Mukherji for his innovation“Solar Seeder”.It can seed the seeds […]

Wider Spacing in Crops Helps Tide Over Water Scarcity

For details please contact: Name:Dr. S.S. Nooli, scientist and S.Y.Wali Designation:Programme Co ordinator Address:Krishi Vigyan Kendra,Vijayapur, Hittinahalli farm,Bijapur: 586101, Mobile:9448495346 Phone:08352-230758 email:[email protected] web:kvkbijapur.org The challenge in increasing crop productivity is more especially in dry areas, where it is a tough task for both farmers and scientists alike. While digging ponds to store rainwater might be advised, […]

IFFCO Farmer Bags Krishak Samrat Samman

Mr. V. Krishnan received the Best farmer Award during the farmers day-2015(6-9 feb) Name of Farmer : Shri.V.Krishnan Village : Thandalai Taluk : Alanganallur District : Madurai State : Tamil Nadu Paddy variety : Komal Collaborator : State Department of Agriculture Every year Mabindra Tractors the notable and innovative farmers in different categories with Mabindra […]

Processing and Value Addition of Millets

Background Millets are recognized as an important substitute for major cereal crops to cope up with worldwide food storage and to meet the demands of increasing population of both the developing and developed countries. They can be well exploited as special purpose food in view of their better nutritional and functional qualities by using appropriate […]

Bacterial Cellulose (BC) Acetobacter senegalensis MA1

Bacterial cellulose (BC) is a promising alternative to plant cellulose in the field of biomedical, food and textile industries. BC is a versatile biomaterial due to its pure aggregation of cellulose and also its superior properties such as high purity, mechanical strength, crystallinity, and thermal degrading capacity, more water holding capacity, biocompatibility and biodegradability. Owing […]

TNAU – Neera Technology

“Neera, a sweet, translucent, white colored sap tapped from immature inflorescence (“spathe”) of coconut. It is a delicious health drink.” Properties Rich source of minerals and vitamins Low Glycemic Index (GI is 35) Highly Fermentable Poor shelf life No acidity and alcohol content Microbial diversity differs widely Process Conditions Check the acidity and pH before […]

Vegetable Varieties and Hybrids by PAU

Chilli – Punjab Sindhuri   Name –  Punjab Sindhuri Characteristics Early maturing variety (First picking of red fruits after 75 days) Fruit is long (7.14 cm), thick skinned, dark green when immature and deep red when mature Fruit is pungent (1 % capsaicin content) Fruit is rich in Vitamin C content (155mg/100g) Suitable for fresh […]

Commercialization of Red Wine Technology

The Departments of Microbiology and Fruit Science have developed a technology for PREPARATION OF RED WINE FROM PUNJAB MACS PURPLE CULTIVAR OF GRAPES AT 50L SCALE which has been approved by Research Evaluation Committee, PAU in its 251st meeting held in May, 2016. The same is ready for demonstration and commercialization. The abstract of the […]

Seeds Developed by Chandra Shekar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology

Sr. No. Subject View/Download   Seeds View/Download   Wheat variety K 1317 a Miracles for both Rain fed & Restricted IrrigationSize: 610 kb  |  View/Download Recently Developed Verities : Mustard Varieties Azad Mahak & Azad Chetna Barley Varieties Prakher & KB 1425 (Azad Jau 33) Goundnut Variety Avtar Linseed Variety Surya & Aparna Pulses Variety Moong KM2342 […]

Unlocking Agricultural Export Potential with Special Emphasis on ‘Millets “A Seminar on Millet Export Creating Opportunities for New Entrepreneurs”

Date: 15 March 2023 Time: 10.30 AM Venue: Virtual Class Room (formerly Dean Faculty Hall CSAUAT, Kanpur Link for Registration https://forms.gle/38vvpcGT9GbklniB9 Scope of the Programme Agriculture plays a critical role in the economic development of many countries, particularly in developing regions of the world. Agricultural exports are a major source of foreign exchange earnings, and […]

Recent Announcements By Centre for Agricultural Bioinformatics

Letter from Secretary (DARE) & DG (ICAR) (Access to Advanced Computing Resources) http://cabgrid.res.in/cabin/files/dg_letter.pdf National Agricultural Biocomputing Portal http://cabgrid.res.in/cabin/files/biocomputing.pdf Genome Sequence Submission http://cabgrid.res.in/cabin/files/seqemce-submision-portal.pdf Breed Identification Server for Cattle http://cabgrid.res.in/cabin/files/breed-cattle.pdf Buffalo Microsatellite Database http://cabgrid.res.in/cabin/files/buffalo-microsatellite.pdf Breed Identification Server for Goat http://cabgrid.res.in/cabin/files/goat-breed.pdf Goat Microsatellite Database http://cabgrid.res.in/cabin/files/goat-microsatellite.pdf Pigonpea Microsatellite Database http://cabgrid.res.in/cabin/files/pigonpea-microsatellite.pdf Tomato Microsatellite Database http://cabgrid.res.in/cabin/files/tomato-microsatellite.pdf ASHOKA – The First Super Computing […]

Popular Articles of Agriculture University Jodhpur

कविता भादू, पायल पाटीदार और राकेश चौधरी (2018) कृषि रसायनों के दुष्प्रभाव. हलधर टाइम्स. 25 जून -1 जुलाई 2018 कविता भादू, पायल पाटीदार और राकेश चौधरी. (2018) ग्रीष्मकाल गहरी जुताई फसल की अच्छी पैदावार प्राप्त करने के लिए लाभदायक. कृषक आराधना, 11 जून – 17 जून 2018 कविता भादू और राकेश चौधरी. (2018) जैव उर्वरक: […]

Kisan Mela at Agriculture University Jodhpur

Kisan Mela at AU, Jodhpur on 15.09.2017 The Director Extension Education is regularly organizing farmer’s fairs in coordination with the State Department of Agriculture every year. Kharif Kishan Mela 2018 Kharif Kishan Mela 2018 was organized on 5/7/2018 at KVK Gudamalani under the chairmanship of Dr Balraj Sing HVC, AU Jodhpur. Hon”ble vice chancellor and […]

Farm Trials

Procedure for Release of New Varieties in Field Crops See More: https://uasbangalore.edu.in/index.php/research-en/farm-trials-en

Important Documents and Circulars of Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University

Declaration immovable property  Document laid in Parliament  IT Policy House allotemnt rules Rules for Emoluments, Terms and Conditions of Service, Powers and Functions of Officers General Terms and Conditions for Written Examination of Group A, B and C University Recruitment Rule- Teaching and Non Teaching University Ordinances CAU Gazette Notification Important documents for staff:  Format […]

Seed-Hub Projects

Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, GoI has approved the creation of 3 Seed-Hubs for crops/commodities, viz. pulses, oilseeds and millet crops at this University. S.No Name of project Year of start Mandated crops Budget (Rs. in lakhs) Annual seed production target (qtls) Incharge scientist 1 Creation of […]

Bio-Fertilizers

S.No. Types of Biofertilisers available Rhizobium Azotobacter Azospririllum Phosphate Solubilising Bacteria Potassium Releasing Bacteria Zinc Solubilising Bacteria Sale price of Bio-fertilizers S.No.                Packet size                   Sale price (Rs.) 1                          […]

TNAU Nano Hand Sanitizer for Prolong Hand Hygiene

Act as sanitizer cum moisturizer and natures skin cells. Forms bio glove for additional protection TNAU hand sanitizer consist of ICMR approved ingredients that are entrapped in polymeric Sano systems for the sustained release of disinfectants to ensure prolonged hand hygiene. See More: https://tnau.ac.in/abd/wp-content/uploads/sites/50/2022/03/TNAU-Nano-Hand-sanitizer.pdf

National Level Hackathon in Bioinformatics

Date:10.03.2023  Registration is open for UG / PG / PhD Scholars Only Last date for registration of ideas is 03rd March 2023 Download Brochure Contact : Dr. L. Arul ( Professor) Department of Biotechnology Centre for Plant Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Ph No : 9965997659 Email Id : [email protected] See More: https://tnau.ac.in/cpmb/events/

Inviting Applications for Finishing School in Biotechnology Programme 2022-23

Notification Reference No ApplicationsFinishingSchool Biotechnology2022-23 Date of Notification Thursday, January 19, 2023 Documents  finishing_school_in_bt_notification_2022-23.pdf  finishing_school_in_bt_application_format_2022-23.doc See More: https://www.kau.in/announcement/21703

Do Research with KVASU

Instruction for students or other institutions/ universities who want to collaborate with the University or a unit under the University The interested students can go through the research profile of each faculty using the University website. Considering the research interest of the student and that of the faculty the student can select the appropriate faculty […]

Clinical Services – Veterinary Parasitology

Veterinary & Animal Sciences Clinical samples from the farms, farmers, Veterinary hospitals, Zoos, Wild Life Department and medical colleges are regularly examined since its inception, and the data are of invaluable help for timely treatment and control of economically important diseases.  Year Faecal sample Blood smear Skin scrapings Tissue/others Total 2004 430 60 4 25 […]

One Day Training Programme on Vermicompost Production Technology under ICAR Tribal Subplan 2022– 23 At Nandipadu Village on 28-02-2023

As part of ICAR tribal sub plan 2022 – 23 one day training program was conducted by Agricultural College, Aswaraopet at Nandipadu village grama panchayati, Aswaraopeta mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem district on 28 -02-2023. The presidential address was given by Dr . M. RamPrasad, Assistant Professor (SS&AC). Later Dr. K. Naganjali, Assistant Professor (Agronomy) delivered a […]

“Live Program of Hon’ble Prime Minister on Release of 13th installment of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi” and Agricultural Science Interaction Meeting

KVK, Malyal arranged for webcasting of “Hon’ble PM’s live programme on 13 th installment release of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi” and conducted Farmers Scientist interaction meeting at Rythuvedika, Mahabubabad on 27-02-2023. The programme started with webcasting of speech of Sri Narendra Modi, Hon’ble Prime Minister on PM Kisan Samman Nidhi. Dr. S. Malathi Programme Coordinator, […]

Crops of Telangana

Telangana state has considered agriculture as its primary goal to improve farmer community wellness, educate on latest technical farming knowledge, train framers to boost the agricultural production and productivity. In three major zones namely, Northern Zone, Central Zone and Southern Zone.Crops that are grown in Telangana are Rice, Maize/ Corn, Red Gram, Green Gram, Jowar, […]

Availability of Organic Rice Varieties at AAU-SMAPRS, Buralikson

It is general information to all that limited quantities of rice seeds of the followingvarieties are available at AAU-SMAPRS, Buralikson for sale. Interested parties may procure thesame while the stocks last. Organic Sali rice varieties for Assam condition:Sl. No.    Variety       Duration (Days)   Av. Yield (q/ha)    Seeds Available1.          […]

FMD Vaccine Quality Control Testing under NADCP (Funded by DAHD)

National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP) is a flagship scheme launched by the Hon’ble Prime Minister in September 2019 for the control of Foot and Mouth Disease and other important animal diseases. FMD control is envisaged by vaccinating 100% cattle, buffalo, sheep, goats, and pig-eligible populations in the entire country following a planned schedule. Under […]

Biological Control of Alien Invasive Weed Salvinia molesta in Central India

The Salvinia molesta, commonly known as “Water Fern” is an aggressive and fast-growing Alien Invasive Aquatic Weed of South-Eastern Brazil origin. During the past 60 years, it has been spread widely throughout the world and recently added to the list of the World’s 100 Most Invasive Species. Earlier, it was reported as a problematic aquatic […]

Rapeseed-Mustard Crop

Historically the brassicas are one of the earliest domesticated crop plants by man. It is mentioned in several ancient scripture and literature and might have been cultivated as early as 5000 BC. There is evidence of its cultivation in the Neolithic age (Chang 1968). Seeds of mustard were found in the Channhu- daro of the […]

ICAR-DPR and ICAR-CRIDA developed Poultry litter compost and vermicompost by mixing paddy straw -“Wealth out of Waste”

Intensive poultry production results in the generation of large quantities of poultry litter. If the litter is disposed of in the field without any treatment, it may cause environmental pollution. This problem can be solved by utilizing litter for productive purposes. The poultry litter generated, could be successfully converted into compost by mixing it with paddy […]

Bhima Light Red – A New Onion Variety Recommended

Onion variety DOGR-571-LR developed by ICAR-DOGR has been recommended for release in the Annual Group Meeting of All India Network Research Project on Onion & Garlic held at Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh on 4-5 April 2016. It has been christened as ‘Bhima Light Red’. It is recommended for cultivation in the rabi season in Karnataka and […]

Mushroom Fortified Millet Cookies

Mushrooms and millets both are healthy foods that complement each other very well. Millet-Mushroom integration is the idea that food influences our health in complex and highly interactive ways. Mushroom millet cookies can be developed by combining the nutritional and health benefits of both mushrooms and millet. Mushroom millet cookies were formulated by combining sorghum […]

Farmer’s Feedback on Betelvine Hybrid Received

Farmers participatory evaluation of the Betelvine Hybrid was undertaken at Kurhe panache village, Bhusawal taluka, Jalagaon (Dist), Maharashtra to know the feedback of the farmers on the newly developed Betelvine Hybrid under ICAR-All India coordinated Research Project on Medicinal and Aromatic Plants & Betelvine (AICRP-MAP&B) by ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticulture Research (IIHR), Bengaluru. The hybrid, […]

Economic Empowerment of Tribal Women Through Improved Cultivation of Groundnut and Its Value Addition Under Tribal Sub Plan (TSP)

A progressive woman farmer named Paradi Chinnammi, w/o Tavitayya of Mettavalasa village used to cultivate Groundnut as a rainfed crop during Kharif season using seeds of local low-yielding varieties with indigenous un-improvised cultivation practices. From her one acre of landholding, she could hardly receive 3.0-3.5 quintals of produce categorized as very low productivity with a […]

“Hindi Pakhwada” Celebration in ICAR-DFR

ICAR-DFR celebrated “Hindi Pakhwada” from 14th September 2020 to 29th September 2020. Different competitions like Essay, Word writing related to flowers, Poem Recitation, and Rangoli Programme based on different themes were organized in which all the scientific, administrative, and temporary staff of ICAR-DFR, Pune participated. Owing to the ongoing pandemic situation, all programs were organized […]

Induced Breeding and Seed Production of Indigenous Minor Carp Labeo dyocheilus Labeo dero and Labeo pungusia

Labeo dyocheilus (McClelland) and Labeo dero (Hamilton, 1822) are important indigenous cold-water fish species, endemic to the Himalayas and inhabiting upland streams and rivers at an elevation of 400-800M. Breeding and seed production technology for both species has been developed by DCFR, Bhimtal. Water temperature ranging from 18-220C was found suitable for spawning and egg […]

Cashew Museum: An Impressive Showcase of the Crop in Entirety

Due to the perennial nature of cashew and their seasonality of production, providing field exposure on all aspects is difficult during a particular visit of farmers to the research organizations. This necessitated the need for a modern Plant Health Clinic/Museum (PHCM) on cashew with the help of modern information and communication technologies. This facility can provide a one-stop point […]

Techno Incubation Centre

Tuber crops are important sources of starch after cereals, besides being used as a staple or supplementary food. Being the crops with adaptability to wide range of soil, climate and environment of the tropics and sub tropics and requiring minimum agronomic input and care for growth, they can be very well fitted into the prevailing […]

Drip Fertigation: A Tool for higher Yield, Water and Nutrient Use Efficiency

Tobacco as a commercial crop has a unique place in India, as it generates a substantial amount of about Rs 23,318 crores to the national exchequer in terms of excise revenue and foreign exchange of Rs 6058 crores. Tobacco is grown under different agro-climatic conditions viz., monsoon and also in post rainy season under conserved […]

Gypsum for Reclamation of Sodic Soil

Following diagnostic procedures, application of 10-15 tons of gypsum per ha is applied followed by mixing of surface (10 cm) soil. Before gypsum is applied, the field is leveled and bunded, irrigation water is applied to leach down the salts. About 2.07 Mha sodic soils have been reclaimed using gypsum application technology. The reclaimed area […]

Mega Sheep Seed Project

The Mega Sheep Seed Project was started on 1st April 2009. The main objective of the project was the production of 80 breeding rams of each breed of sheep annually and to cover about 8000 breeding ewes using selected rams by the end of the XI plan. The project was sanctioned with four cooperating units […]

Breakthrough in Jute Retting by ICAR – CRIJAF through Genome Sequencing of Microbes of Microbial Retting Consortium

Dr. Gouranga Kar, Director of ICAR-CRIJAF, Barrackore mentioned that recently a breakthrough in jute retting has been achieved by scientists of ICAR – CRIJAF who have decoded the genome sequences of jute retting microbes by high throughput genome sequencing. The in-depth genomic analysis significantly revealed three different species of Bacillus constitute the consortium strains. The […]

Parthenium Awareness Week

Krishi Vigyan Kendra-Ranga Reddy district, ICAR-CRIDA Parthenium awareness program on 19th August 2022 at KVK, Hayathnagar Research Farm (HRF). KVK staff and students participated in the program. G. Sri Krishna, SMS(Horticulture), KVK explained identification, the spread of parthenium, Harmful effects of weed, Integrated management practices of parthenium viz., Mechanical, cultural, Legal & extension management, chemical […]

Aeroponic Technology

The aeroponic system is a technology for growing plants in an air-mist environment without the use of soil or any other aggregate media. The advantages of this technology are: • Seven to ten times more mini tubers from in-vitro plantlets as compared to cultivation under net house conditions. • Avoidance of tissue culture plants from […]

Field Day Cum Farmers Training on Management of Palm Invasive Whiteflies

Field day – cum – farmers training program on “Management of palm invasive whitefly complex using entomopathogenic fungi, Simplicillium lanosoniveum, and other IPM approaches” was conducted at St. BASBS, Bela on 21 September 2022. Shri. Abbas, Vice President, Badiadka Gram Panchayath, Kasaragod inaugurated the training program. The program was presided over by Sis. Marcillene, Principal, […]

Improvement in The Growth Status and Carbohydrate Utilization of Labeo rohita Fingerlings with Dietary Supplementation of Chromium Picolinate

A 60-day feeding experiment was conducted to evaluate the effects of dietary chromium (Cr) on carbohydrate utilization and growth performance of Labeo rohita fingerlings. Fishes were fed with four high carbohydrates (53%), isonitrogenous (crude protein 35%), and isocaloric (415 Kcal, 100 gm−1 ) experimental diets containing different levels of dietary chromium picolinate (Cr-Pic) viz.0, 400, […]

Horticulture Based Rooftop Production Model

Technology interventions In the year 2021, a horticulture-based rooftop production model was established on the terrace of Mrs. Uma Devi in an area of 200 m2. The standardized growing media combinations to maintain porous substrate was filled in grow bags (standardized for rooftops) and the cropping cycle /crop calendar was introduced for growing different horticulture […]

Rootstock Multiplication Technology Developed by ICAR-CITH

Shri Pawan Kumar Gautum from Saloni, Chamba District of Himachal Pradesh has set himself as an example of a successful progressive nursery entrepreneur in the area by adopting the technology developed by the scientists of ICAR CITH Srinagar. He is a third-generation Nursery grower as his grandfather started the Nursery production of temperate fruit crops […]

Early Breeding of Indian Major Carps under CIFABROOD Demonstration Trial

Indian Major Carps (IMC) are bred from June-August in farmers’ ponds in Odisha. Mainly due to the late maturation of broods and traditionally believed that survival of early bred spawn is very poor. Mr. Batakrishna Sahoo (Batababu) of Sarkana village, Balianta Block under Khordha district, Odisha is a progressive fish farmer in the region and […]

Solar Dryer with Electrical Back-up

This hybrid Solar Dryer is having an S.S. tray drying area of 6 sq. m with an alternate electrical backup heating system. The effective harnessing of solar energy using specially designed solar air heating panels and proper circulation of this hot air across the SS trays loaded with fish with the help of blowers makes […]

Novel and Exotic Leather Fabric from Fish Skin

The advantages of this invention are: 1. The murrel (Channa punctatus, C. marulius, C. striatus) skins used in the present invention are the waste fish skins that would otherwise be thrown away in the garbage, so waste is utilized. 2. The process can be used to develop leather from any other fish species also. 3. […]

Artificial Germination of Enterocytozoon hepatopenaei (EHP) Spores Induced by Ions Under the Scanning Electron Microscope

Enterocytozoon hepatopenaei (EHP), is an emerging microsporidian pathogen responsible for hepatopancreatic microsporidiasis (HPM) in shrimps and is associated with severe growth retardation. The disease causes economic losses in shrimp aquaculture. In this study, EHP spore germination was induced and demonstrated with a scanning electron microscope (SEM). The ions (cations and anions) generated by high-energy electrons […]

Drip Irrigation in Rice and Wheat Cultivation

Drip irrigation in rice and wheat cultivation Water is a precision input for agriculture, micro irrigation systems (MIS) have been successfully employed to save water and realize the motto ‘More crop per drop’. Among the MIS, drip irrigation is one of the proven technologies, especially in horticultural crops. The institute has successfully demonstrated drip irrigation […]

Scientific Goat Farming

One day training program on Scientific Goat Farming was organized at ICARCIRG under the NABARD project. Chief General Manager from RO Lucknow Shri S K Dora, Shri R. B. D’souza(GM), Dr. Nandani Ghosh (DGM), Smt. Sunanda Bose(DGM) and Smt. Geeta Singh(DGM) along with 60 District Development Managers from different parts of Uttar Pradesh reviewed the […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Nanocellulose

Nanotechnology, which has already revolutionized material science, pharma, electronics, and industrial chemistry, is now spreading its wings in the fields of agriculture & allied sectors. ICAR-CIRCOT has taken the lead in the ICAR system to explore the applications of nanotechnology in agriculture, cotton textiles, and composites. ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai ventured into Nanotechnology from 2004 onwards to […]

Progressive Farmers

Sh. Bhale Ram is a progressive dairy farmer of village Juglan which is one of the 8 adopted villages of the Institute. Before 2001 Sh. Bhale Ram preferred Natural Science to artificial insemination for breeding buffaloes. His attitude towards the AI practice was very poor. However, with regular meetings and motivation over a period of […]

Monitoring of Pests and Diseases of Cotton in Kalamb, Yavatmal and Babhulgaon talukas of Yavatmal Districts of Maharashtra

The field visit was conducted jointly by a team of 3 Scientists, one Research Associate and one SRF from ICAR-CICR Nagpur, and 16 Agriculture Department Officials, Yavatmal to know the pest and disease situation in 3 talukas of Yavatmal district. In total 8 fields from 3 talukas namely Yavatmal, Kalamb, and Babhulgaown of Yavatmal district […]

Institutional Mechanism and Technological Backstopping to Promote Women Entrepreneurship in Agriculture

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar conducted a study in a cluster comprising two villages’ viz., Sankilo and Tentalpur under Nischintakoili block of Cuttack district of Odisha under ICAR-NASF funded project by adopting 40 farm women. During the first year, critical gender gap indicators were identified and prioritized using the SHEET (Social-Health-Environmental-Economic-Technological) Module. On […]

Air-Breathing Fish Culture

The air-breathing fishes are distinguished by the possession of an accessory respiratory (air-breathing) organ, which enables them to exist for hours at times out of the water, or indefinitely in oxygen-poor waters and even in moist mud. Not only they are able to thrive in water containing low oxygen but they are also extremely hardy […]

Promotion of Rice Based Cropping System under Rice Fallows of Goa

PROBLEMS/CONSTRAINTS The undulating topography coupled with high rainfall and flooding by drained water from uplands makes rice the most suitable crop for this region. The majority of farmers take up a single crop of rice leaving the land fallow during Rabi although these lowlands have a huge potential to grow crops due to the availability […]

Salient Achievements – ICAR – Central Avian Research Institute

Enhancement of Productivity of Diversified Avian Species Developed improved Japanese quail varieties viz., CARI-Uttam meat type (BW 240g at 5 wk); CARI- Pearl layer (295 eggs/annum) and disseminated all over the country In order to address Wild Life (P) Act-related issues, alternate plumage color quail varieties, viz. White-breasted CARI-Ujjawal, brown feather white-breasted CARI-Sunehari, and all-white plumage CARI-Sweta […]

Farmers’ Field Days Organized at ICAR-CAZRI, Jodhpur (UN Environment Protection-GEF Project)

Farmers’ Field Days were organized at ICAR – Central Arid Zone Research Institute (CAZRI), Jodhpur under the UN Environment Protection-GEF project on 5 th and 6th Sept 2022. Farmers from partner villages in Jodhpur (Govindpura, Mansagar, and Begriya villages in Osian block; Bara; and Baigati Khurd, Kalra, Hopardi, and Modhari villages in Phalodi block) and […]

Salient Achievement of ICAR-NRCSS, Ajmer for Last Five Years

Seed spice improvement and germplasm collection, conservation, and utilization At present, about 7000 germplasm lines of seed spices are conserved and maintained in India (with ICAR-NRCSS, Ajmer, and AICRP centers). Being a national active germplasm site (NAGS) for seed spices, ICAR-NRCSS, Ajmer is a repository of 2250 germplasm lines (2017-18). In the past five years […]

Society for Millets Research

Millets as a group of crops are represented by sorghum (jowar), pearl millet (bajra), finger millet (ragi), and minor millets like banyard millet, proso millet, Kodo millet, and foxtail millet. Being an excellent source of essential nutrients to the millions of rural poor in India, they are also called ‘nutritious cereals’. Millets are the staple […]

Vet Varsity Witnesses Huge Response to Ornamental Fish Festival

Ornamental Fish Festival’ organized by the College of Fisheries (COF), Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), received an enthusiastic public response showcasing the visual delight and interest of people in ornamental fish. The event kicked off with the inauguration by the Chief Guest, Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Vice Chancellor, GADVASU, and remained in […]

Success Stories of Biological Control

G.B. Pant University of Agriculture & Technology has been a pioneer in research and the popularization of biological control of plant diseases in India. In 2006, the Government of India declared Biocontrol Lab, Pantnagar as a ‘Central Insecticide Lab’ in respect of biopesticides (The Gazette of India G.S.R. 756(E); No. 17-6/2006- PP.I). Four formulations of […]

Rural Awareness Work Experience Programme

The rural Awareness Work Experience Programme (RAWEP) for undergraduate students of horticulture is offered during the 7th semester. Under this program, every student is expected to work for 6 weeks with farmers within the vicinity of Research Stations/s of the university. This is a unique opportunity for the students to work with the farmers at […]

Main Responsibilities/Functions of the Directorate of Research

To develop and coordinate research in the university, promote inter-disciplinary collaboration in research programs and collaborate with the Directorate of Extension Education in extending the results of various research programs to the fields. Coordinate all research activities conducted within the departments of colleges by members of the staff and post-graduate students in the university through […]

Impact of The Technologies Developed by The Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth

The crop production technologies and new high-yielding improved varieties developed by the university have helped increase agri. production. For the spread of the high-yielding crop varieties, the university produces and supplied every year about 6500 to 7,000 quintals of seeds of improved varieties of rice, millets, and pulses to the farming community. This has helped […]

Dau Shri Vasudev Chandrakar Kamdhenu Vishwavidyalaya – Annual Report 2020

Consistently university students are excelling in academics which is depicted by their selection for higher education in various national institutes like the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI), National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), Indian Institute of Food Processing Technology (IIFPT), Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP) and Central […]

Varieties of CCSHAU : Continued Efforts Towards Food Security

The role of improved high-yielding cultivars in attaining enhanced agricultural productivity is well known and well documented. Of course, there are other factors such as beer management, input support, and irrigation facilities that supplemented the performance of semi-dwarf high-yielding wheat and rice varieties during the Green Revolution period, but the improved varieties have been the […]

First Biofortified Village Of India

Village Anuppur of Maitha Block, Kanpur Dehat is the “First Bio-fortified village of India” adopted by C.S. Azad University of Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur on October 12, 2020. Our hon’ble Chancellor/ Governor is desired to develop Anuppur as an ideal village in India. Hon’ble Governor of Uttar Pradesh/ Chancellor has also shown her interest to develop […]

Design of Double Compartment Device for Micro and Macro Plastic Entrapment in Flowing Water

The debris and plastic collection device consist of two chambers made of laminated aluminum. Each chamber is fitted with a movable flap of bakelite at the proximal end and a double-layer collection pouch of nylon net at the distal end. The bakelite flap moved inward during the flow of water in the chamber however, a […]

Catfish Hatchery and Rearing of Seed Under Three Tier System

Catfish seed production is essential for species diversification in freshwater aquaculture. Catfish seed is collected naturally from paddy fields or swampy areas. However, there is a big gap between supply and demand. During the transportation of seeds, a high rate of mortality occurs due to fluctuation in water parameters like temperature, pH, dissolved Oxygen, etc. […]

Evaluation of Natural Resources Under Agro-Climatic Zone -II

Reconnaissance Soil Survey of the State was completed much earlier in the year 1966. 1966 Soil profiles were exposed, studied, and described. About 500 soil series were established in the whole state. To maintain consistency in procedural standards and to confirm the individual results of scientific, correlation and definition of soil series are followed. Properly […]

Mega Seed Project and Quality Seed Project

Agriculture seed production under Mega Seed Project (MSP) One notable addition to the farm activities is that the Directorate of Seed Research (DSR), Mau, ICAR has entrusted this Viswavidyalaya to conduct a Mega Seed Project on ‘Seed Production of Agricultural Crops’ in 2006-07. This Mega Seed Project (ICAR) is running on six farms like Teraching […]

Rural Horticultural Work Experience (RHWE) Programme

The course RHWE-411: Rural Horticultural Work Experience Programme aims to develop students’ understanding of rural life, and communication skills and to provide practical training for developing self-confidence and professional competency. Further, the program emphasizes “learning through experience” and students are expected to understand the existing realities of a rural setup through interaction with farmers and […]

Metagenomic Analysis of Ruminal Microbes

The metagenomic sequence data of the two cattle breeds viz., Kankrej, Gir and three buffalo breeds viz., Mehsani, Jaffarabadi, and Surti rumen samples were analyzed using MGRASTfor its microbial diversity and functional content. The role of methanogens in the rumen of Indian cattle and its comparative context with exotic cattle was performed. Rumen Microbiome analysis […]

Green University Project

The Green University Project initiative of Aligarh Muslim University is an attempt towards reducing the carbon footprints of the campus and creating awareness of sustainable development. The Green University Project Committee has been looking after various initiatives in this regard. The adoption of green sources of electricity like solar energy and simultaneously promoting energy conservation […]

NAHEP Annual Report 2018-19

The generation of human resources well versed with technology and advancement being achieved in the modern era of knowledge explosion, it is inevitable for educational institutions to cope with the situation of advancement. The College of Horticulture and Forestry, Jhalawar is a constituent unit of Agriculture University, Kota which was established in 2004. It is […]

Mera Gaon Mera Gaurav

Mera Gaon Mera Gaurav is the national innovative initiative of ICAR and is operational in many villages in the jurisdiction of Agriculture University Jodhpur. The objective of this scheme are: To provide farmers with required information, knowledge and advisories on regular basis by adopting villages. To promote the direct interface of scientists with the farmers […]

The Centre of Excellence on Small Millets (CoE-SM)

The Centre of Excellence on Small Millets (CoE-SM) was established at the University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru (UASB) by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India, New Delhi with a total budget of Rs. 124 lakhs from 2012-17, initially under INSIMP (2012-14) and later under NFSM programs with a mandate of addressing […]

Sardar Smruti Kendra, Sardarkrushinagar Activities and achievements (Year 2020-21)

On-campus training program A total of 17 on-campus training programs were organized. Out of them, 04 training programs were organized by SSK, and 13 were sponsored by ATMA. A total of 1847 farmers were trained. Further, three off-campus training programs were organized at Village: Tharod, Ta. Harij, Dist.Patan. A total of 100 farmers were trained. […]

Studies on Technological and Quality aspects of Chhana based sweet “Khurma”

The different temperatures of coagulation such as 85 and 800C were investigated for getting good quality chhana suitable for the preparation of Khurma. Among all, 850C was found suitable as Khurma produced was hard, succulent, and less spongy and got sensory scores as 8.6, 9.0, and 8.88 on the 9-point Hedonic scale for flavor, body […]

Research-Cum-Seed Production Farms

University has three research farms for undertaking research and seed production. Of the total area of 114.5 ha at the Jhansi campus, the research farm has been developed on nearly 100 ha after clearing unwanted vegetation and removing stones. The entire farm is fenced and demarcated into 9 blocks, and the fields of size 0.5-1.0 […]

Telangana Sona, Low Glycemic Index Rice

Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSAU) is an educational and research Institute, that developed a new rice variety namely Telangana Sona (RNR 15048), released through State Variety Release Committee (SVRC) bearing Lr. No.SRC(2)295/2015 dated 26.11.2015 of Commissioner & Director of Agriculture, Govt. of Telangana. The variety has been notified vide Indian Gazette Notification No.S.O. […]

Prospects and Procedures for Veterinary Licensing Examination Abroad

The veterinary profession has immense research and career potential abroad. Compared to any other profession, Veterinarians in Canada, European Union, and the United States are getting jobs with attractive pay packages and practice. Employment opportunities for veterinarians are almost endless and include private or corporate clinical practice, teaching and research, regulatory medicine, public health, and […]

Salient Highlights of Research – Birsa Agricultural University

·         Perfection of improved crop production technologies for the state. ·         Development of improved varieties for all important crops of the State. ·         Promotion of SRI & Hybrid Rice Cultivation in the State through on-farm trials & training to farmers. ·         Use of improved farm implements such as conoweeder, plastic drum seeder, multi-crop vertical reaper, […]

Institute of Agricultural Sciences – Banaras Hindu University

The Institute of Agricultural Sciences spare formally established in August 1980 had its inception as the Institute of Agricultural Research, Banaras Hindu University in 1931 upon the recommendation of the Royal Commission on Agriculture, of which, the illustrious founder of this university the late Mahamana Pt. Madan Mohan Malaviya Ji was a member. At the […]

Agricultural Technology Information Centre (ATIC)

The role of appropriate information technology and its dissemination to the farmers or other end users are very much vital. The important point is not only to generate the technology but also to ensure that the required information is delivered rapidly to the farmers with the dissemination loss. In the course of the Agricultural revolution, […]

District Agricultural Advisory and Transfer of Technology Centres (DAATTCs)

The District Agricultural Advisory and Transfer of Technology Centres are established at all the district headquarters in A.P. state during the year 1998. The District Agricultural Advisory and Transfer of Technology Centre (DAATTC) works mainly on the Farmer-Extension-Research interaction model. Presently each DAATT Centre has 3 scientists having specialization in Crop production, Crop protection, and […]

Drainage Technology for Land Improvement

This success story reveals two fundamental land drainage technologies, namely, surface drainage and subsurface drainage. On the basis of some basic research on the former and the adoption of both in the farmer’s fields under the different agroecosystems, the potential improvement that could be brought about in the agricultural lands and the consequent increase in […]

Pusa Hydrogel

India’s water demand in the year 2020 is expected to be around 1,000 billion cubic meters (BCM) as against a supply of 700BCM. The biggest demand will be from agriculture for sustaining food security for a burgeoning population. Growing water scarcity across various sectors has increased the need for improving water use efficiency in agriculture. […]

Package of Practices Recommendations : CROPS 2016

The Package of Practices: Crops (PoP), published by the Kerala Agricultural University is widely revered as the most authentic guide for farmers, scientists, extension officers in line departments, non-governmental organizations, and all other stakeholders in the field of Agriculture. This new version of PoP sports not only has a fresh look but has also been […]

Agricultural Research Journal

Agricultural Research Journal is a peer-reviewed ‘open access journal published bimonthly by Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and the Crop Improvement Society of India. It was earlier named Journal of Research PAU which was started in 1964. It has been renamed ‘Agricultural Research Journal’ since 2015. Research articles/notes based on original research in agriculture, mainly including […]