Author: Moumita Das

Veterinarians and Livestock Farmers Trained on Responsible Antibiotics Use

The Centre for One Health, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana organized two trainings of two days each for livestock farmers at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Barnala and for veterinarians at Centre for One Health, Vet Varsity. Around 40 livestock farmers from Barnala district and 20 Veterinary officers from various districts of Punjab […]

Vet Varsity Scientist Bring Laurels at the International Conference

The book “Shrimp Culture Technology: Farming, Health Management and Quality Assurance”, edited by Dr. Prabjeet Singh, Deputy Director (Training), KVK Booh Tarn Taran, was released during the 14th Asian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum held in New Delhi from 12-15 February 2025. The release function was graced by Sh. Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Minister for Fisheries, and […]

Principal Secretary Visits Vet University

Shri Rahul Bhandari, IAS, Principal Secretary, Animal Husbandry, Dairy Development, and Fisheries, Government of Punjab, visited Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana. Dr. Jatinder Paul Singh Gill, Vice Chancellor of the university, took him for a tour of various colleges, farms and other infrastructural facilities on campus. At the Teaching Veterinary Clinical […]

Skilled Development Training on “Preparation of Prawn/Fish Pickles” Conducted

ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Kolkata Centre, in collaboration with KVK, Chomi, Kurung Kumey, Arunachal Pradesh, organized a three-day skilled development training program on “Prawn/Fish Pickle Preparation, Packaging, and Quality” at Koloriang from February 4–6, 2025, under the TSP scheme. The program aimed to provide participants with insights into the opportunities for developing specialized products […]

IS 15000 (HCKP) and IS 2491: A Comprehensive Approach to Food Safety and Hygiene”

The Bureau of Indian Standards, New Delhi in association with ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai organized a seminar on “IS 15000 (HACCP) & IS 2491: A Comprehensive Approach to Food Safety & Hygiene” at ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai on 24 February 2025. The seminar emphasized on discussing the recently revised IS 15000 & IS 2491 standards and the latest technological […]

Organised a Five Day Online Training Programme on Sensitization on GoI digital interventions in Agri and Allied sectors from 11th – 15th February, 2025 at Extension Education Institute, Hyderabad.

Extension Education Institute, Hyderabad organised a five day online training programme on Sensitization on GoI digital interventions in Agri and Allied sectors from 11th – 15th February, 2025. The programme mainly focused on Overview of Digital Interventions in agri and allied sectors, IOT Applications in Agriculture, Electronic platforms for linking farmers with market, How to […]

Extension Education Institute, Hyderabad organized a workshop on Content Development for the Training Programmes of the Annual Training Calender of 2025-26

Extension Education Institute, Hyderabad has organized a Content Development Workshop for the training programmes of the Annual Training Calendar for the year 2025-26 on 11th February, 2025 at EEI, Hyderabad. Speaking on the occasion, Dr.M.Yakadri, Director of Extension, PJTAU, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad emphasized the need to look at the issues of Climate change, application of Artificial […]

MoA Signing Ceremony Between ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai and M.M. Fish Seed Cultivation Pvt. Ltd., Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh

A Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was signed between the ICAR Central Institute of Fisheries Education (ICAR-CIFE), Mumbai, and M.M. Fish Seed Cultivation Pvt. Ltd., Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh on 06 February 2025 at ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai for the commercialization of “CIFE-PangasShakti”, a specially developed grow-out feed for freshwater catfish, Pangasianodon hypophthalmus. The MoA was signed by Dr. Ravishankar, […]

One Day National Level Awareness cum Training on “Scientific Methods of Integrated Fish Farming” in Puthimari Village, Assam

One Day National Level Awareness cum Training on “Scientific Methods of Integrated Fish Farming” was organized by ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai on 03-02-2025 at Moirambhitha Shuba, Puthimari Village, Bajali, Assam in association with Department of Fishery, Bajali, Assam. 300 SC farmers and fishermen from the village including women rural farmers participated in the program. The program was […]

MoU between Pantnagar University and CSU, Australia

MoU was signed between Charles Sturt University (CSU), New South Wales, Australia and Govind Ballabh Pant Agricultural and Technology University, Pantnagar under the chairmanship of Vice Chancellor of the University Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan. The MoU was signed by Vice Chancellor of Pantnagar University Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan and Vice Chancellor of CSU Dr. Neena […]

University Organised an Expert Lecture on Emerging Trends in Food and Nutrition Research

The Department of Food and Nutrition of the University in collaboration with Nutrition Society of India (NSI), Pantnagar Chapter organised an Expert Lecture and Dialogue Meeting on Emerging Trends in Food and Nutrition Research. Organised as part of the 17th Agricultural Science Congress, this hybrid event was attended by eminent experts, faculty members and researchers […]

Animal Health Camp and Farmer Training Program Organized in Village Khuriyakhatta

Pantnagar. 25 February 2025 | Animal health camp and farmer training program was organized in village Khuriyakhatta – Artificial Insemination Center Pantnagar under the All India Coordinated Research Project – FRIZWAL funded by Central Institute for Research on Cattle, Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi, Meerut at the University. This camp was inaugurated by […]

ICAR-VPKAS Organized a Three Day Farmers Training Programme on “Advanced cultivation of Shree Millets Crops”

9 January, 2025, Almora A three-day (7 to 9 January) farmer training program on “Advanced cultivation of Sri Ann (Millets) crops” was organized at the experimental field, Hawalbagh of ICAR-Vivekananda Parvatiya Krishi Anusandhan Sansthan (VPKAS), Almora, which was sponsored by the Chief Agricultural Officer Office, Agriculture Department, Bageshwar (Uttarakhand) under the District Plan. The objective […]

National Seminar and Capacity Development Programme for Conservation of Small Native Fishes on National Youth Day

January 12, 2025, Sargachhi On the occasion of ‘National Youth Day’ celebration in remembrance of 162nd birth anniversary of Yugpurush Swami Vivekananda, Indian Council of Agricultural Research-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (NBFGR), Lucknow organized a National Seminar on “Conservation of Small Native Fishes” today in the “Agricultural Development cum National Seminar” organized from 11-14 […]

ICAR-CIFT and Reliance Foundation Launch Voice Message Service for Kerala Fishers

13 January 2024, Kochi ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technology, in partnership with the Reliance Foundation, launched a voice message service today to support the fishing community. The service is designed to provide essential information on sea and boat safety, hygienic fish handling practices, and value-added fish products directly to the mobile phones of fishermen. Leveraging […]

National Symposium on Spices and Aromatic Crops (SYMSAC-XI) Concludes with Key Insights on Smart Production and Diversification

7th-9th January 2025, Kozhikode The National Symposium on Spices and Aromatic Crops (SYMSAC-XI)—Strategies for Smart Production, Product Diversification, and Utilization was organised at ICAR-Indian Institute of Spice Research, Kozhikode, from 7th to 9th January 2025. The event, organized by the Indian Society for Spices (ISS) in collaboration with ICAR, ICAR-IISR, Spices Board, DASD, and ICAR-NRCSS, […]

Residential Course on ‘Friends of Coconut Trees’ Concludes

6th – 11th January 2025, Sargachi A transformative step in strengthening agricultural practices was highlighted today with the conclusion of a 6-day residential course on ‘Friends of Coconut Trees (FoCT)’ at the Dhanyaganga Krishi Vigyan Kendra (RMKVERI), Sargachi, Murshidabad, under the jurisdiction of ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Kolkata.  This collaborative endeavor by the ICAR-KVK […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala Successfully Organizes Scientific Advisory Committee Meeting

To make agriculture profitable and to motivate farmers to adopt ancillary businesses as well as to familiarize them with the proven techniques of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, a meeting of the Scientific Advisory Committee was held at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala on February 4, 2025. It was chaired by Dr. Makhan Singh Bhullar, Director Extension […]

ICAR – CCARI Participates in ‘The Aqua Goa Mega Fish Festival 2025’

10th – 12th January 2025, Goa ICAR—Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, participated in ‘The Aqua Goa Mega Fish Festival 2025,’ organised at the SAG Open Field Ground, Campal, Panjim, Goa, from 10th–12th January 2025. Dr Pramod Sawant, Chief Minister, Goa, inaugurated the event and lauded the institute’s innovative technologies, particularly the Bamboo Aquarium concept, […]

ICAR-CIARI Licenses DWEEP Leaf Separator Technology

17th January 2025, Port Blair A Technology License Agreement was signed today for the DWEEP Leaf Separator technology at ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Sri Vijaya Puram, between the institute and Jai Sankar Industries Pvt. Ltd., Sri Vijaya Puram. The DWEEP Leaf Separator is an efficient, labor-saving, hand-held tool designed to remove the mid-rib from […]

Odisha Farmers Visits the Sub-Surface Drip Fertigation System at ICAR-IARI

16th January 2025, New Delhi Division of Agronomy, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, organized the field day on the Sub-surface drip Fertigation system (SSDF). A group of farmers from Odisha participated in the event, displaying keen interest in learning about the system. Dr Ch. Srinivasa Rao, Director, ICAR-IARI, emphasized that to save irrigation water and to […]

National Symposium on Integrating Genomics in Plant Pathology Concludes

16th January 2025, New Delhi The National Symposium on ‘Integrating Genomics in Plant Pathology: New Frontiers in Disease Management,’ hosted by the Indian Phytopathological Society, Delhi Zone, in collaboration with the Division of Plant Pathology at ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, took place on 15th-16th January 2025. The event saw strong participation with 133 registered attendees, […]

ICAR-IIHR Participated in the Farm Fest 2025-cum-35th Flower, Vegetable and Fruit Show organized by Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of Puducherry, Puducherry UT

ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR), Bengaluru participated in the Farm Fest 2025-cum-35th Flower, Vegetable and Fruit Show organized by Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of Puducherry, Puducherry UT from 7-9th February, 2025 at Botanical Garden, Puducherry. This event was inaugurated by Mr. R. Rangaswami, Chief Minister, Government of Puducherry, Puducherry UT. During this event, ICAR-IIHR showcased its […]

Training on “Scientific Raising of Dragon Fruit Nursery” Organized by CHES (ICAR-IIHR)

Considering the role of quality planting material in accelerating the pace of area expansion and achieving the desired productivity level in dragon fruit under diverse agroclimatic conditions of Odisha, a training program on “Scientific raising of dragon fruit nursery” was organized by CHES (ICAR-IIHR), Bhubaneswar on 18th February, 2024 under MIDH funded project entitled “Establishment of a mother block […]

Bihar Agricultural University Secures Three DST Research Projects to Advance Agricultural Innovation

Bihar Agricultural University (BAU), Sabour, has been awarded three significant research projects by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India. These projects aim to drive agricultural innovation, enhance crop productivity, and develop climate-resilient farming strategies, ultimately benefiting farmers and strengthening the regional economy. Boost to BAU’s Agricultural Research and Innovation BAU Vice […]

Training on “Composting of Farm/Kitchen Wastes”

Date: 27th February & 01 March, 2025 Time of training: 10.00 am to 5.00 pm Last date of receipt of application: 26.02.2025 Venue: Video Conference Room, Administrative Building, ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru Course Director: Dr. G. Selvakumar, Principal Scientist Course Co-Director: Dr. D. Kalaivanan, Senior Scientist Course Co-Ordinators: Dr. M.V. Dhananjaya CEO, BESST-HORT Objectives of the training […]

PAU Organizes Farm Day at PAU Smart Seeder and Technology Exhibition in Hoshiarpur

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, and the Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering (FMPE), organized a Field Day on PAU Smart Seeder at village Thinda, Block Mahilpur. Delivering a keynote address, Dr. Anoop Kumar Dixit, Principal Scientist, FMPE, elaborated on various farm machinery technologies developed under […]

BAU Sabour Successfully Concludes 21-Day CAFT Training on ICT and AI in Agriculture

Bihar Agricultural University (BAU), Sabour, successfully concluded a 21-day advanced training program under the Center of Advanced Faculty Training (CAFT) on “Agriculture 5.0: Embracing AI and ICT for Next-Generation Farming.” The program, held from January 28 to February 17, witnessed the participation of 28 scientists from ten states across India. The objective was to familiarize […]

MoU Signed Between Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour and Fliteline Aviation Academy, New Delhi for BHAARTI Initiative: Pioneering Drone Technology and Training for a Sustainable Future Especially for Rural Women Contributing to the Agricultural Sector

Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with M/s Fliteline Aviation Academy, New Delhi, to launch the Bouquet of Harmonized Aviation and Agriculture Related Training Initiative (BHAARTI), a groundbreaking program dedicated to advancing drone technology and empowering women through skill development. This initiative, shall be approved by the Directorate General of Civil […]

Training Programme on “Cultivation, Post-Harvest Management and Value Addition in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants for Health Security and Entrepreneurial Opportunity”

Date: 28th February, 2025 Last date for receipt of application: 27th February, 2025. Venue: PG Class Room, ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru. Course Director: Dr. Rohini M R Course Co-Directors: Dr. Smitha G R, Dr. K. Himabindu & Dr. Pushpa Chetan Kumar Course Co-Ordinator’s: Dr. Dhananjaya M. V., CEO, BESST-HORT, Dr. Kalaivanan D. Treasurer, BESST-HORT. Objectives of the […]

Training on “Package and Storage of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables”

Date: 28.02.2025 Last date for receipt of application: 27.02.2025. Venue: Committee Room Course Director: Dr. Bhuvaneswari S. Course Co-Directors: Dr. D. V. Sudhakar Rao & Dr. Vijay Rakesh Reddy Course Co-Ordinators: Dr. Dhananjaya M. V., CEO, BESST-HORT & Dr. Kalaivanan D. Treasurer, BESST-HORT. Objectives of the training To impart training on better packaging and storage […]

PAU-COAE&T Alumni Association Hosts Workshop on Prime Minister’s Fellowship Program

In collaboration with its Alumni Association, the College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology (COAE&T), PAU, organized an insightful workshop on the Prime Minister’s Fellowship Programme for Ph.D. Research Scholars and PG Students at Jacob Hall, PAU, Ludhiana, on February 3, 2025. The session featured Mr. Vishal Khanna, Joint Director of BISNET, Innovation, Science & Technology […]

Transforming the Livelihoods of Rural Tribal in Sagar Island: A Continuous Effort of ICAR-CIFRI

9th February, 2025 Shri Bankim Hazra, Minister of Sundarban Affairs, Government of West Bengal inaugurated the input distribution programme on 9th February, 2025 in presence of Dr. B. K. Das, Director, ICAR-CIFRI, Barrackpore. The Indian Sundarban is constantly facing tropical cyclones along with massive tidal surges. The foundation of the rural economy has been shattered by […]

DG, ICAR Honors Stakeholders for Registering Indigenous Livestock, Poultry, and Dog Breeds

17th January 2025, New Delhi ICAR honored the applicants of animal breeds registered between 2023 and 2025 during a ceremony organised today at the NASC Complex, ICAR. Dr Himanshu Pathak, Secretary (DARE) and Director General (ICAR), highlighted the breed applicants and stakeholders involved in breed registration in asserting sovereignty over native germplasm and documenting their […]

PAU to Host Research and Extension Expert Workshop for Kharif Crops

The Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, is set to organize the Research & Extension Specialists Workshop for Kharif Crops on February 20-21, 2025 at the Pal Auditorium, PAU, Ludhiana. This highly anticipated event will bring together agricultural scientists, extension workers, officials from the agriculture department, PAU faculty, representatives from PAU Krishi […]

High-Level Monitoring Committee Meeting of NICRA Project Organized

16th January 2025, New Delhi The 16th High-Level Monitoring Committee Meeting of the National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture Project was organized today at NASC, New Delhi. Dr Himanshu Pathak, Secretary (DARE) & Director General (ICAR), while commending the progress of the NICRA project, emphasized the importance of prioritizing research on pulses, oilseeds, and horticultural […]

ICAR-ATARI Kolkata and Howrah KVK Partner with NSG to Celebrate Millets at Millet Mela

18th January, 2025, Kolkata The National Security Guard (@nsgblackcats), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, collaborated with ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Kolkata, and Howrah Krishi Vigyan Kendra for the successful organisation of ‘Millet Mela’ at the NSG RH, Kolkata campus today. The Mela was organised to create awareness about the health […]

Interphase Meeting-cum-Brainstorming Session to Boost Agriculture and Allied Sectors

20th January 2025, Assam ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Assam, in collaboration with NABARD, organized an interphase meeting cum brainstorming session for the promotion of agriculture and the allied sector today at the institute’s conference hall. The interphase meeting involved triparty delegations from ICAR-IARI Assam, NABARD, and the Mishing Autonomous Council (MAC). Dr L. K. Baishya, […]

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur Organizes Training Program on Improved Production and Protection Techniques of Mustard Crop

A training program on improved production and protection techniques of mustard was organized by the Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agricultural University, Kheri, Sangrur at village Kempar of block Dirba. In which about 40 farmer heroes of the village participated. During this training program, Dr. Mandeep Singh, Associate Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur said […]

Raithu Sadasu on Agricultural Drones and Nano Fertilizers Organized

17th January 2025, Hyderabad ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, of ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, organized a Raithu Sadasu at Manchal Village, Rangareddy District, in collaboration with IFFCO, focusing on agricultural drones and nano fertilizers. Dr Chandrakant MH, Senior Scientist & Head, KVK, inaugurated the event and highlighted the benefits of nano urea, which is cost-effective […]

National Conference on Emerging Issues and Sustainable Strategies in Plant Health Management Inaugurated

19th January 2025, Nagpur The National Conference on Emerging Issues and Sustainable Strategies in Plant Health Management: A Global Perspective was inaugurated today at Hotel Centre Point, Nagpur. The event was jointly organized by the Indian Phytopathological Society (IPS), New Delhi, and ICAR-Central Citrus Research Institute, Nagpur. The Chief Guest, Shri Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister […]

Shri George Kurian visits ICAR-CIFRI, Barrackpore to Review Fisheries Research and Advancements

21st January 2025, Barrackpore Shri George Kurian, Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, visited the ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute today to review ongoing research and developments in the fisheries sector. As part of his visit, Shri Kurian participated in the Ganga River Ranching programme by releasing 0.58 lakh advanced fingerlings […]

Dr Himanshu Pathak visits ICAR-CCRI, Nagpur

20th January 2025, Nagpur Dr Himanshu Pathak, Secretary (DARE) and Director General (ICAR), inaugurated the Video Conferencing Hall and laid the foundation stone for the RKVY-funded Farmers’ Hostel and Protected Foundation Block for Transgenic Citrus Plants during his visit to the ICAR-Central Citrus Research Institute, Nagpur, today. Dr Pathak emphasized the importance of these developments […]

Meeting with International Institutions to Strengthen Research and Training

Pantnagar. 11 February 2025. An Interaction meeting was held with the representatives of St. Petersburg State University of Veterinary Medicine, Russia and University College, Dublin, Ireland under the chairmanship of Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan, Vice Chancellor of GBPUAT, Pantnagar, in the context of strengthening research and academics. Dr. Lyutik Ekaterina, Chairman International Division from St. […]

Shri George Kurian visits ICAR-CIFRI, Barrackpore to Review Fisheries Research and Advancements

21st January 2025, Barrackpore Shri George Kurian, Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, visited the ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute today to review ongoing research and developments in the fisheries sector. As part of his visit, Shri Kurian participated in the Ganga River Ranching programme by releasing 0.58 lakh advanced fingerlings […]

ICAR-KVK Hailakandi Organizes Field Day on Mushroom Cultivation

ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hailakandi, under the ICAR-North-East Hilly Region, organized a field day on mushroom cultivation at Behul Village, Lala Development Block, Hailakandi district. The event aimed to promote and demonstrate scientific mushroom production techniques, with around 34 farmers and farm women participating. The experts expressed satisfaction with the success of the Front Line Demonstration […]

79th Foundation Day of ICAR-IIHR-CHES, Chettalli Celebrated

Celebration of 79th Foundation Day of Central Horticultural Experiment Station (ICAR-IIHR), Chettalli held on 3rd February, 2025.  Dr. Muralidhara B.M., Scientist (Fruit Science), CHES, Chettalli welcomed all the guests and participants.  Felicitation was done to retired staff Mrs. Kusuma B.A., Ex. AAO and best farmers Mr. Motanalira M. Somaiah, Sirangalli Village, Kodagu and Mr. K.T. Harish, Koojageri Village, Kodagu. The Guest of […]

National Workshop on Attracting and Retaining Youth in Agriculture (ARYA) Organized

A two-day (22nd–23rd January 2025) National Workshop on the ‘Attracting and Retaining Youth in Agriculture” (ARYA) project, organised by ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone-IV, Patna, commenced today. Dr U.S. Gautam, Deputy Director General, Agricultural Extension (ICAR), highlighted that 52% of India’s population consists of rural youth, emphasizing the importance of connecting them to agriculture […]

ICAR-NRCSS Commemorates its 25th Silver Jubilee Foundation Day

19th January 2025, Ajmer ICAR-National Research Centre on Seed Spices, Ajmer, commemorated its 25th Foundation Day and Silver Jubilee year, followed by a Kisan Farmer Fair, here today. The Chief Guest, Shri Bhagirath Choudhary, Union Minister of State, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, inaugurated the Kisan Mela and unveiled a Silver Jubilee Stone to […]

Empowering Farmers: Nidhi-TBI Concludes Training on Jaggery and Mushroom Agribusiness at PAU

NIDHI-TBI (DST, GoI) at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, recently concluded an intensive three-day training programme aimed at equipping aspiring agripreneurs with practical knowledge and skills in jaggery and mushroom production and processing. The programme was designed to foster creative and sustainable agribusiness ventures by focusing on innovative production techniques, sustainable practices, and effective market […]

S. Bachittar Singh Garcha’s New Sales Counter of Vigor Soya Products Inaugurated by Vice Chancellor of PAU, Ludhiana

The new sales counter of Vigor Soya Products of S. Bachittar Singh Garcha, a prominent agricultural entrepreneur from village Dehkalan in Sangrur district, was inaugurated at the Students’ Home of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana yesterday. This sales center was inaugurated by the Honorable Vice Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal. On […]

ICAR- Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA), Chennai Conducted its fourth Edition of Shrimp Farmers Conclave in Balasore, Odisha

Shrimp aquaculture is an important agri-business farming system practiced with entrepreneurship approach in the coastal districts. Odisha state has a huge potential of 4.18 lakh hectare suitable for shrimp farming but utilized hardly 4% of that at present with a production of 45000 metric tonnes of shrimp due to many reasons. Access to technology, quality […]

ICAR-CIFRI Empowers Fishers of Purnia, Bihar by Building their Capacity for Sustainable Fisheries and Livelihood

A seven-day training programme on “Inland Fisheries Management” was successfully conducted for 30 fish farmers from Purnia, Bihar, from January 29th to February 4th, 2025. Sponsored by the State Fisheries Department, the programme aimed to enhance the knowledge and skills of rural fish farming communities, equipping them with best practices for sustainable fisheries management. The […]

Uttarakhand Bio by Scientists and Students of Mukteshwar Presented in International Conference Organized by Technology Council

In the International Conference on “Strategies of Agriculture, Environment and Health for Development” organized by Uttarakhand Biotechnology Council from 3rd to 5th February 2025, scientists and students of Mukeshwar along with Dr. Director, Mukeshwar Campus) participated in the leadership. About this meeting Demonstrations to farmers were also conducted by IO R0 IO, in which various […]

Eastern Regional Station of ICAR-IVRI, Kolkata Organized Follow up and Monitoring Programme for Tribal Farmers under All India Co-ordinated Research Project on Pig in Kalyani of West Bengal

The Eastern Regional Station of ICAR-IVRI, Kolkata organized a Follow up and Monitoring Programme on 3rd January, 2025 at Kalyani Farm (ICAR-IVRI), Kalyani, Nadia. The objectives of this one day programme was to know the present status of animals, their growth performance and constrain facing by the farmers as well as its ameliorative measures. Besides, […]

TEC, ICAR-IVRI, Pune Successfully Organised a Training Programme on ‘Lameness Management in Dairy Cattle’

The Training and Education Centre, ICAR-IVRI, Pune, in collaboration with Krantisinh Nana Patil College of Veterinary Science (KNPCVS), Shirwal, Satara (Maharashtra), successfully organised a 3-day training programme on “Lameness Management in Dairy Cattle” from 28th to 30th of January 2025. The training was aimed at sensitizing and equipping veterinary practitioners with essential knowledge and practical […]

Scientific Advisory Committee Meeting at PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib organized a meeting of the Scientific Advisory Committee at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib on 20.01.2025. The meeting was chaired by Dr. GPS Sodhi, Additional Director Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. On this occasion, Dr. Mandeep Singh, Associate Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra Sangrur and Dr. Hardeep Singh, Assistant […]

PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur Organizes Training Camp on Gobhi Sarson Farming

PAU- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bahowal, Hoshiarpur, under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, and ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana, organized a training camp on 17.01.2025 gobhi sarson cultivation at its campus. The programme aimed to promote oilseed cultivation and provide farmers with the latest insights and techniques. Dr. Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director […]

PAU Ludhiana Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala Organizes Field Day on Prevention of Tomato Diseases

A field day on disease control techniques of tomato crop was organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana on 16.01.2025 at village Asrpur. About 80 farmers from villages Asrpur, Jogipur, Fatehpur, Kartarpur and Punian participated in this field day. Scientists from Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala as well as scientists from Vegetable […]

PAU-FASC Sangrur Organized a Village Level Camp on Weed, Nutrient and Pest Management in Wheat

To raise awareness about the latest advancements in weed, nutrient, and pest management in wheat, Punjab Agricultural University’s (PAU) Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC), Sangrur, organized 17.01 .25 a village-level camp today at Rampura near Bhawanigarh, Sangrur. The event, held under the guidance of the Director of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, witnessed active participation from […]

PAU Organizes Training Camp on Organic Farming for Farmers

The Organic Farmers’ Club of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organized a training camp at the Skill Development Center to educate farmers on the principles and practices of organic farming. Dr Tejinder Singh Riar, Coordinator of the Club, shared that the camp witnessed the participation of around 65 farmers who learned valuable insights about organic and […]

PAU-KVK Ropar Organizes Training on Prevention of zoonotic Disease for Milkfed Societies

The PAU—Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Ropar, 17.01.2025 organized an In-Service Training on zoonotic diseases for the secretaries of Milkfed Societies to enhance health and safety standards in dairy farming and milk production. The training focused on raising awareness about zoonotic diseases—those transmitted from animals to humans—and equipping participants with the knowledge to prevent and manage […]

PAU- Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Moga Organized a One-Day Training Camp on successful cultivation of Garlic with Financial Assistance from NABARD.

A one-day training camp on garlic cultivation, maintenance, storage and processing was organized on 13.01.2025 at village Melak Kang under the project being run by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Budh Singh Wala, Moga, an institution of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, with the financial assistance of NABARD Department, on garlic cultivation and processing. NABARD A. G. M. […]

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur Organized a Training Camp on Livestock Care in Winter

A farmer training camp was organized by the Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agricultural University, Kheri (Sangrur) at village Khanal Khurd on the care of livestock in winter. In which 38 farmers of the village participated. Giving information on this occasion, Dr. Ajay Singh, Assistant Professor (Animal Science), KVK, Mansa/Sangrur said that in addition to […]

PAU-FASC Sangrur Organized an Awareness Camp on Wheat Weed, Nutrient and Pest Management at Rampura

Under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, the Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC), Sangrur, organized a village-level awareness camp at Rampura, near Bhawanigarh, to educate farmers on advanced practices for managing weeds, pests, and nutrients in wheat crops. Dr. Ashok Kumar, District Extension Scientist-cum-Incharge, FASC Sangrur, delivered a […]

PAU-KVK Sangrur Hosted Farmer Training on Sustainable Wheat Cultivation Under FAO-GEF 7Project

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Sangrur, under Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a one-day farmer training programme titled “Integrated Management of Micro and Macro Nutrients in Wheat Crop” at Village Balad Kalan, Block Bhawanigarh. The initiative was conducted under the Food and Agriculture Organization’s (FAO) GEF 7 (FOLUR) Project, focusing on sustainable agricultural practices to […]

PAU-KVK Sangrur and Gadvasu Distributed Poultry Inputs to Flood Affected Farmers

In a joint initiative to assist flood-affected farmers in the region, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU)-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Sangrur, in collaboration with Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana, organized a backyard poultry input distribution programme at villages Hotipur and Nawangaon in Sangrur district. The event was held under the guidance of […]

ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, and DBT-ILS, Bhubaneswar, Organized a Farmer Scientist Interaction Meeting at Boriguma, Koraput

Production of “Quality Fish Seed” is the primary goal of aquaculture sustainability. Aquaculture production systems in developing countries are primarily based on using unimproved species and strains of aquatic animals. Aquaculture genetics shows immense potential for enhancing production. In this context, a one day Farmers Scientist interaction meeting was organized at BORIGUMA Block Koraput District […]

ICAR-CIFA Organised Farmer-Scientist Interface Programme on Freshwater Aquaculture

ICAR- Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture,  Bhubaneswar organized a one day Farmer-Scientist Interface programme on Freshwater Aquaculture at Village: Turintira (Gram Panchayat: Turintira, Block: Balipatna, District: Khordha) on 15th January 2025. This program primarily aimed to enhance the skills of men and women under the Farmers FIRST Project. The active participation of approximately 150 beneficiaries, […]

ICAR-CIFA Organizes Kisan Mela-com-Exhibition

Bhubaneswar 29th January 2025 One Kisan Mela cum exhibition on Freshwater Aquaculture was organised by ICAR- Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture today at Kausalyaganga on the outskirts of the city. It was attended over 460 farmers and farm women from Angul, Bhadrak, Dhenkanal, Jagatsingpur, Khordha and Puri Districts of Odisha. The Mela was Inaugurated by […]

5-Day Organic Farming Training Program at PAU Concludes Successfully

A five-day residential training programme on Organic Farming, organized by the National Centre for Organic and Natural Farming (NCONF), Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of India, Ghaziabad, in collaboration with the School of Organic Farming, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, concluded successfully. The programme aimed to equip agriculture and horticulture graduates with sustainable […]

PAU Sets a Milestone in Commercialization of Paddy Straw-based Biogas Technologies

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, continues to address global sustainability challenges by promoting renewable energy technologies. In a significant move toward energy security and environmental sustainability, PAU signed four Memorandums of Agreement (MoAs) with firms from Punjab, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, and Gujarat for the commercialization of its Paddy Straw-Based Biogas Plant technology. The agreements were […]

PAU Releases Comprehensive Brochure to Promote Sustainable Mushroom Cultivation

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, has launched a new brochure on mushroom cultivation, designed to empower farmers, entrepreneurs, and consumers with valuable knowledge on sustainable mushroom farming and its benefits. The brochure was released by PAU Vice-Chancellor Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, who emphasized the potential of mushrooms to transform agricultural practices while enhancing sustainability, food […]

PAU-FASC Sangrur Organized an Awareness Camp on Wheat Management in Village Channo.

The Punjab Agricultural University – Farm Advisory Service Centre (PAU-FASC), Sangrur, organized an awareness camp at the remote village of Channo to educate farmers on effective strategies for managing pests, weeds, and nutrient deficiencies in wheat crops. The initiative was conducted under the guidance of the Director of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, to promote sustainable […]

Extraction of Bioactive Compounds from Spices and Medicinal Plants

ABOUT THE TRAINING To impart knowledge about extraction of bioactive compounds from spices and medicinal plants with the aim to improve conceptual as well as practical knowledge. Bioactive compounds from spices and medicinal plants are currently the subject of commercial significance. Scientists have developed many protocols for extraction of bioactive ingredients over decades to ensure […]

National Conference – 2025 Mushroom Biology and Products: Current Status and Future Trends

Background Mushroom Society of India (MSI) was established in August 1990 at ICAR-Directorate of Mushroom Research, Solan (Himachal Pradesh). MSI started publication of the Journal “Mushroom Research” in 1992 with research papers exclusively on mushrooms. The 2025 NAAS rating of Mushroom Research is 5.33. ICAR-Directorate of Mushroom Research, Solan was established in 1983 as National […]

KVK Bathinda Concludes Skill Development Training on Pig Farming for Rural Empowerment

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bathinda, successfully concluded a five-day Skill Development Training on Pig Farming from 30th December 2024 to 3rd January 2025. A total of 41 trainees, including farmers, farm women, and rural youth from various villages, participated in the programme, aimed at empowering participants with the knowledge and skills to adopt pig […]

PAU – KVK, Sangrur Organized a Farmer Training Camp at village Ramgarh.

A farmer training camp was organized by the Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kheri, Sangrur of Punjab Agricultural University under the Stubble Management Project 2024-25 at village Ramgarh of Block Andana. In which more than 30 farmers of the village participated. Associate Director (Training) of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur Dr. Mandeep Singh said that the main objective […]

ICAR-ATARI, Pune Celebrates Kisan Samman Diwas

23rd December 2025, Pune ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute celebrated Kisan Samman Diwas today, commemorating the birth anniversary of Chaudhary Charan Singh, India’s 5th Prime Minister. The event was organised to recognize the invaluable contributions of the country’s farmers and their crucial role in driving India’s agricultural development. Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Union Minister of […]

Shri Manikrao Shivajirao Kokate Reviews Research Work at ICAR-NRCG

9th January 2025, Pune Shri Manikrao Shivajirao Kokate, Minister of Agriculture, Govt of Maharashtra, reviewed the research work carried out by ICAR-National Research Centre for Grapes, Pune, today. The Minister commended the research accomplishments of the institute and contributions to the grape industry of Maharashtra State. He also urged ICAR-NRCG to conduct regular training programmes […]

Animal Health Camp under SCSP Organised

7th January 2025, Dehradun ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil & Water Conservation organised a large-scale Animal Health Camp under the Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan (SCSP) here today. Dr Indu Rawat, Senior Scientist and Team Leader, SCSP, inaugurated the event and emphasized the importance of organizing such camps, particularly for farmers who face challenges in accessing veterinary clinics […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Signs Five MoUs with Industry Partners to Revolutionize Cotton Storage and Agricultural Practices

7th January 2025, Mumbai The ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (ICAR-CIRCOT) has signed a series of impactful agreements with leading industry players to bring innovative technologies to the cotton and agriculture sectors. The institute entered into four Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with major industry partners, including M/s Farmtek Solutions, Nashik; M/s Micro Sales […]

First follow up Meet of the All India State Animal Husbandry Directors Interface

7th January 2025, Izatnagar ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar, organised the first follow-up meeting of the All India State Animal Husbandry Directors Interface Meet-2025 with 26 states and 5 Union territories today. The Chief Guest Prof. S.P. Singh Baghel, Minister of State of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, highlighted ICAR-IVRI’s leadership in One Health activities […]

ICAR RC NEH Celebrates Golden Jubilee & Farmers’ Expo 2025

9th January 2025, Umiam ICAR-Research Complex for NEH Region, Umiam, celebrated its Golden Jubilee and Farmer’s Expo 2025 today. The Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, delivered a recorded speech during the celebration, extending her congratulations to the Institute on completing 50 years of exceptional service and commitment. She highlighted that ICAR has developed […]

Director of Extension Education, PAU Ludhiana: Dr. Makhan Singh Bhullar attended the meeting of Punjab Young Farmers Organization Organized by PAU-Farm Advisory Service Center, Sangrur.

The Punjab Agricultural University Farm Advisory Service Center, Sangrur organized a meeting of the Punjab Young Farmers Association with great enthusiasm. The chief guest of the meeting was Honorable Dr. Makhan Singh Bhullar, Director Extension Education, PAU, from Ludhiana. Addressing the meeting, he said that the young generation should come forward and come towards farming […]

PAU-CRISI Science Center, Sangrur took Farmers on a Tour of Organic Farming School, PAU, Ludhiana

Punjab Agricultural University Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur, under the able guidance of Dr. Mandeep Singh, Associate Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kheri, Sangrur, organized a tour of the Organic Farming School, PAU Ludhiana to about 23 farmers from different villages of the district. Where they got detailed information about organic farming and integrated farming system […]

ICAR-CRRI Empowers Vulnerable Rice Farmers in Cuttack to Combat Climate Change and Boost Productivity

6th – 9th January 2025, Cuttack Aiming to transform farmers from victims of climate change into resilient climate warriors, a 4-day training program on “Improved Paddy Production Technologies in the Changing Climate” concluded at the ICAR-Central Rice Research Institute, Cuttack. Sponsored by the Agricultural Technology Management Agency, Darbhanga, Bihar, the programme was organised from January […]

ICAR-CMFRI Transfers Insect Protein-Based Fish Feed Technology to Ms Bhairav Renderers

6th January 2025, Kochi In a significant step towards fostering sustainable aquaculture, the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ms Bhairav Renderers, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, today to transfer its technology for producing fish feed using Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL). The collaboration seeks to equip Indian fish farmers […]

ICAR-CIFE Licenses Two Innovative Technologies to COFFED, Patna, Bihar

8th January 2025, Mumbai In a significant move to promote advancements in fisheries and aquaculture, the ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education licensed two cutting-edge technologies to the Co-operative Fisheries Federation (COFFED), Patna, Bihar. The technologies, aimed at enhancing the sustainability and productivity of the fisheries sector, were officially handed over today. Dr Ravishankar C.N., Director, […]

National Workshop on Strategies and Approaches for Greening Rice Fallow Area

3rd–4th January 2025, Patna A 2-day national workshop on ‘Strategies and Approaches for Greening Rice Fallow Areas’ was organized at ICAR-Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna, Bihar, from 3rd-4th January 2025. The workshop aimed to design strategies and approaches for managing rice fallow areas while building a module for sustainable crop intensification. The Chief Guest, […]

Workshop on Leveraging Natural Fiber-Based Sustainable Textiles and other Value-Added Products

2nd January 2025, Kolkata ICAR-National Institute of Natural Fibre Engineering Technology organized a workshop on ‘Leveraging Natural fiber-based sustainable textiles and other value-added products’ under the Consortium Research Platform on Natural Fibers today. The Chief Guest, Dr K. Narsaiah, Assistant Director General (Process Engineering), ICAR, lauded the work done by the whole project team under […]

Farmer-Scientist Interface on Coastal Agriculture at Kumarakom, Kerala

3rd January 2025, Kerala ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, organized a farmer-scientist interface at Kumarakom, Kerala, in collaboration with the Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS), Kumarakom, under the Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan, here today. Farmers in the Kuttanad-Kumarakom region, with small farm holdings, engage in homestead vegetable gardens, duck rearing, poultry, and fish farming. A […]

Workshop on Instrumental Jute Grading System Organized

2nd January 2025, Kolkata ICAR-National Institute of Natural Fibre Engineering and Technology, Kolkata, organized a workshop on ‘Instrumental jute grading system’ here today as part of the National Natural Fibre Festival. Dr K. Narsaiah, Assistant Director General (Process Engineering) ICAR, urged the scientists to develop portable, user-friendly instruments for farmers. Dr D B Shakyawar, Director, […]

Eastern Regional Station of ICAR-IVRI, Kolkata organized Gosthi cum Follow-up and Input Distribution Program under Development Action Plan for Scheduled Caste Scheme

The Eastern Regional Station (ERS) Kolkata of ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) and Janani SHG jointly organized a Kishan Gosthi cum Follow-up and Input Distribution Program (IDP) at Balarampur village under Sonarpur block of District South 24-Paraganas, West Bengal on 26th December 2024. The program was organized under Development Action Plan for Scheduled Castes (DAPSC) […]

Harnessing the Untapped Floriculture Potential for Farmer Empowerment and Entrepreneurship Development

Background Floriculture is a global multi-billion-dollar industry, which includes the production of loose flowers, cut flowers, bedding and garden plants, potted plants, cut greens, flowering fillers, quality seed and planting materials, dry flowers and foliage, landscaping, post-harvest management and value-added products. During 2023-24, 297 thousand hectares were under floriculture with the estimated production of 2,284 […]

PAU – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur Celebrated National Farmers Day – Honored 12 Progressive Farmers and Farmer Women who Adopted Auxiliary Occupations and Practiced Sustainable Farming

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur organized National Farmers’ Day function on 23rd December, 2024 under the leadership of Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR, Attari, Zone-1, Ludhiana. On this occasion, 12 progressive farmers and farmer women who have adopted auxiliary professions and practiced sustainable farming were honored. 40 farmers and farmer women participated in this function with […]

Successful Completion of Goat Rearing Training by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ropar

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra Ropar, under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, has successfully concluded its intensive week-long vocational training program on goat farming. The training, which took place from Dec 17 to Dec 23, 2024, witnessed participation of 30 rural youth from district Ropar. During the inaugural sessions Dr. Satbir […]

PAU Regional Research Station Bathinda Organised Training on Quinoa Cultivation and Processing

The Punjab Agricultural University’s (PAU) Regional Research Station, Bathinda, successfully conducted a five-day training programme on “Quinoa Cultivation and Processing” from December 16 to 20, 2024. The programme aimed to create awareness about quinoa as a sustainable crop among farmers and farm women. It was organized under the project “Optimization of Cultivation and Processing Techniques […]

Sustainable Agriculture and Crop Residue Management Summit organized at Punjab Agricultural University, Champions of Green Punjab Felicitated

In collaboration with ASAR (Clean Air Punjab), the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) successfully organized the “Sustainable Agriculture and Crop Residue Management Summit” at the Pal Auditorium, PAU, Ludhiana. The event brought together progressive farmers from 23 districts, PAU officers, including Director of Research, Dr Ajmer Singh Dhatt, Deans of various colleges, Heads of Departments, faculty […]

PAU Organizes Training on Soybean and Milk Processing for Farmers

The Skill Development Centre, Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), in collaboration with the Department of Food and Technology, successfully conducted a five-day training programme on “Soybean and Milk Processing” for farmers and farm women from Punjab. Nine trainees participated in the training, which was held from December 16 to 20, 2024. Dr […]

PAU – KVK, Sangrur Conducted a 10-day Vocational Training Course on Dairy Farming

A 10-day vocational training program on dairy farming was successfully conducted by Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agricultural University, Sangrur from December 13 to 23, 2024. In which 28 trainees participated. Dr. Mandeep Singh, Associate Director (Training) KVK, Sangrur, while inaugurating the training program, warmly welcomed the participating farmers and informed them about the various […]

ICAR-RCER Patna Organized One-Day Training Program on Efficient Soil and Water Management

ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region (ICAR-RCER), Patna, organized a one day training program under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) on Efficient Soil and Water Management Techniques for Crop Production on 5/12/2024. The event aimed to promote sustainable farming practices by educating participants on advanced soil and water management methods. During this event, approximately […]

Awareness-cum-Demonstration Programme on “Application of Agro-Chemical in Rabicrop through Drone Technology” in Jamui District of Bihar

Awareness-cum-Demonstration programme on “Application of agro-chemical in rabi crops through drone technology” was organised at KVK, Jamuiand Thari village, Laxmipur block, Jamuidistrict, Biharduring 6-7 th December, 2024. Live demonstrations of spraying of agro-chemical through drone were conducted on rabicrops such as wheat and maize. Dr. Pawan Jeet aware farmers about operating procedures of drone and […]

PAU – KVK, Sangrur Organized a Farmer-Scientist Meet at Village Diwangarh Camper

Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agricultural University, Kheri, Sangrur organized a farmer-scientist meet at village Diwangarh Camper to discuss the proper management of rabi crops. In which about 30 farmers participated. During this program, Dr. Rukinder Preet Singh gave detailed information about the proper management of nutrients and weeds in wheat and mustard crops. He […]

Farm Mechanization Training for Farmers Under SC Subplan Concluded at ICAR-NAARM

ICAR-NAARM organized 2 days Training Programme on “Modern Mechanization for Sustainable Farm Efficiency” from 12-13th December, 2024 under Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP), 2024-25 at Farmers Training House, ICAR-NAARM. A total of 51 farmers were participated in the training programme from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana state (18 farmers from Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh & 33 […]

Backyard Poultry Training for Rural Women of Telangana by ICAR-NAARM

To enhance the livelihood through income generation by having a self-employment activity to women. ICAR-NAARM organized five days Skill Development training programme on “Backyard Poultry Management” under SCSP in collaboration with ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra Mamnoor, which is under PV Narasimha Rao Telangana Veterinary University for SC women from 17-21st December 2024. Forty Scheduled Caste women […]

Stock Taking of Waste Management & other Activities Including Utilization of Organic Wastes/ Generation of Wealth from Waste, Polythene Free Status

Under the Swachhta Pakhwada, on 28.12.2024, the entire staff of ICAR-Weed Research Directorate, Jabalpur, under the leadership of the Director. carried out the cleanliness drive under the vermicompost unit of the Directorate field for the proper utilization of crop residues and cleanliness work in the premises around the vermicompost unit etc. Read more: https://dwr.icar.gov.in/Show_Event.aspx?id=1693

Cleaning of Public Places, Community Market Places and/or nearby Tourist/Selected Spots.

Under the Swachhta Pakhwada, on 27.12.2024, a cleanliness awareness campaign was conducted by ICAR- Weed Research Directorate, Jabalpur, near the public place Aadhartal pond, Jabalpur. The officers and employees of the Directorate participated enthusiastically at the said pond and the children and people present there were told about the Swachhta Pakhwada and were made aware […]

ICAR-CIFA Organised Awareness cum Training Programme on Scientific Aquaculture at Subarnapur

08th January, 2025 ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIFA), Bhubaneswar, organized a one-day Awareness-cum-Training Programme on Scientific Aquaculture under the SCSP project on December 08th, 2025, at Subarnapur village in the Gop block of Puri district, Odisha. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from nearly 110 beneficiaries, including around 80 women farmers and 30 male farmers, […]

Shri. George Kurian, Hon’ble MoS, MoFAH& D Inaugurates Centre of Excellence for Seaweeds at ICAR-CMFRI Mandapam Regional Centre

Shri George Kurian, Hon’ble Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Govt. of India inaugurated the Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Seaweeds at the Mandapam Regional Centre of ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) on 9th January, 2025. The Govt. of India had recently designated ICAR-CMFRI Mandapam as the Centre of Excellence […]

Padmasree Dr Sosamma Iype Inaugurates Winter School on Genetic and Genomic Tools for Sustainable Aquaculture and Fisheries Management

Dr Sosamma Iype, a Padma awardee for her exceptional works on the conservation of the Vechur cow, inaugurated the 21-day Winter School on genetic and genomic tools for sustainable aquaculture and fisheries management at ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), Kochi on 15 th January 2025. She emphasised the critical need for research to priorities […]

ICAR-DOGR Organizes Training for Farmers of Solapur District

A training programme on “Onion Cultivation, Seed Production and Processing” was organized by ICAR-Directorate of Onion and Garlic Research for 20 farmers of District Solapur (Maharashtra). The programme was of 3 days from December 18-20, 2024. It was sponsored by Marathwada Navnirman Lokayat, Ambejogai (Maharashtra). Different topics related to onion cultivation, seed production and processing […]

A Three-Day Training Programme under Farmer First Programme Organized

A three-day Training programme on “Weed Management in Millets and other Crops and Spray Techniques for Herbicides” was inaugurated at ICAR-DWR, Jabalpur on 01 January 2025. The training is being organized under the Farmer First Program (FFP) to enhance farmers’ knowledge and skills on weed management technologies in field crops and herbicides application techniques. Altogether […]

One Day Skill Development Training:- Fish Value Addition Through Making of Shrimp Pickles and Fish Tikkis

The Fisheries College, Karmen University, Navsari, under the scheme ‘Establishment of Demonstration cum Training Centre in Inland Fisheries at Navsari’, organized a one day skill development training ‘Fish value addition through making of shrimp pickles and fish tikkis’ for the farmers and brothers associated with the Krini Navgyan Kendra, Navsari who are interested in learning […]

Vet Varsity Secures Project worth Rs. 91 Lakhs on Pig Production Improvement

January 9, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana has secured a prestigious project worth Rs. 91 lakhs “A multi-omics approach for pig production” under the National Livestock Mission (NLM) scheme. An interdisciplinary team of faculty members of vet varsity will work on this project which comes under the Department of Animal Husbandry […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Signs Five MoUs with Industry Partners for ‘Seed Cotton Collection & Storage Bag with Anti-microbial Finish’ and ‘Nano-Zn Suspension Production’ Technologies

The ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (ICAR-CIRCOT), Mumbai, has entered into four Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with leading industry partners to address challenges in cotton seed collection and storage. The agreements were signed by Dr. S. K. Shukla, Director of ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai with M/s. Farmtek Solutions, Nashik, M/s. Micro Sales India, Nashik, M/s. […]

Training Program on ‘Smart Textiles and 3D Printing’ under the SCSP Scheme

ICAR-Central Institute of Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai, organized a 3-day training on ‘Smart Textiles and 3D Printing’ from 06-08th January 2025. This was a specialized training program for scheduled caste community under the SCSP scheme of ICAR to upgrade their skill and expertise in the domain of Smart textiles. The training program focused on […]

Organic Brinjal Farming: Enhancing Economic Well-Being for Lepcha Farmers in North Sikkim

In the Sikkim Himalaya, the Lepcha tribes practice traditional organic vegetable farming for subsistence, using mixed cropping mainly for home consumption. The difficult, hilly terrain limits market access for seasonal produce in remote villages. While organic nutrient supplements help achieve good crop yields, pest management options are scarce and often ineffective for resource-poor farmers. High […]

Transforming Tribal Farming: Boosting Profitability through Agri-Horti-Livestock Integration in Mizoram

Smt F. Lalchhuanawmi, a progressive farmer from Hmarveng, Kolasib district, has transformed her farm by adopting an agri-horti-livestock-based Integrated Farming System (IFS), significantly improving her family’s livelihood and farm profitability. Before 2018, she practiced traditional slash-and-burn (jhum) farming, which offered limited productivity and income. However, with support from ICAR-NEH Mizoram Centre, Smt Lalchhuanawmi began cultivating […]

Biennial Workshop of AICRP on Agrometeorology Inaugurated

12th December 2024, Samastipur The XVII Biennial Workshop of All India Coordinated Research Project on Agrometeorology (AICRPAM) was inaugurated today at Dr Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Samastipur, Bihar. Dr S.K. Chaudhari, Deputy Director General (NRM), ICAR, Dr P.S. Pandey, Vice-Chancellor, RPCAU, Samastipur, Dr V.K. Singh, Director, ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hyderabad, Dr […]

Awareness-Cum-Training Program on Climate-Resilient Agriculture under SCSP Organized

An ‘Awareness-cum-training program on climate-resilient agriculture was organized today at the Government Higher Secondary School, Nunsar, Patan, Jabalpur as part of the NICRA project. In this programme study materials were distributed to poor students of 11th and 12th-class students of Scheduled-Caste farming community. Dr. Shobha Sondhia, Principal Scientist PI of the NICRA Project, discussed the […]

ICAR Human Resource Management Training Soil, Plant and Water Analysis for Nutrient Recommendations in Horticultural Crops

Background Horticultural crops being of high value, requires high doses of fertilizers coupled with frequent irrigation to ensure proper crop growth, development, high productivity and quality produce. Nutrient requirements of both fruit and vegetable crops are unique comparative to field corps. Fruit crops are perennial in nature and explore a much larger soil volume. Vegetable […]

ICAR-NBFGR Celebrates its 41st Anniversary on Matsya Dwadashi

12th December 2024, Lucknow ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources celebrated its 41st Anniversary Foundation Day on the occasion of Matsya Dwadashi, a day of profound cultural and spiritual significance today. The event underscored the institute’s mission to conserve and sustainably manage India’s invaluable aquatic genetic resources. Dr A. K. Singh, Vice-Chancellor, Rani Lakshmi Bai […]

Workshop on Drone Technology and its Applications Organised

11th December 2024, Barrackpore ICAR–Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute organised a training-cum-workshop on ‘Drone Technology and its Applications’ at its Barrackpore, Kolkata, center. This first-ever initiative addressed the inland fisheries sector’s needs, exploring drone technology’s potential in management. The workshop highlighted how agricultural drones are revolutionizing India’s agricultural sector by offering applications such as monitoring, […]

Animal Health Camp Organized under NICRA-TDC Project to Empower Farmers

11th December 2024, Ri-Bhoi, Meghalaya An Animal Health Camp was organized today in Thadnongiaw village, Ri-Bhoi district, Meghalaya under the NICRA-TDC project by ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ri-Bhoi. The camp focused on improving livestock health through practical demonstrations on deworming, vaccination, and the benefits of vitamin and mineral supplementation. The experts emphasized the importance of bio-security […]

National Workshop on Development of Building Materials Utilizing Agricultural Biomass

9th December 2024, Kolkata ICAR-National Institute of Natural Fibre Engineering Technology, Kolkata organized a National Workshop on ‘Development of Building Materials utilizing Agricultural Biomass’ under CRP on Natural Fibres in hybrid mode today. The Chief Guest, Dr K. Narsaiah, Assistant Director General (PE), ICAR, lauded the work done by the project teams. Dr D. B. […]

Natural Farming Inputs and Farm Implements Distributed to Scheduled Tribe Beneficiaries under Tribal Sub Plan

6th December 2024, Goa ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, North Goa, and ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, organized an input distribution programme related to natural farming under TSP at Diwar, North Goa, today. The Chief Guest, Dr S.K. Roy, Director, ICAR- Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Pune, emphasized the significance of natural farming in enhancing soil […]

Director ICAR-ATARI-Pune Visits Progressive Farmers’ Fields of North Goa

7th December 2024, Goa ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, North Goa, ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, organized a field visit to showcase the innovative technologies demonstrated by KVK, North Goa, to Dr S.K. Roy, Director, ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Pune. The visit highlighted the adoption of advanced agricultural practices by progressive farmers in the region. […]

Field Day-Cum-Input Distribution Programme under SCSP Organized

5th December 2024, Bhimtal ICAR-Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research, Bhimtal organized a field day-cum-input distribution programme at village Harinagar, Bhimtal, Uttarakhand today under SCSP. During the field day, health management practices aimed at enhancing the technical skills and knowledge for sustainable fish farming were discussed by the experts. Farm inputs like ice boxes, thermometers and […]

Vaccination and Animal Health Camp Organized in Tsuuma Village

6th December 2024, Dimapur As part of the ongoing Krishi Samridhi Swarna Week (KSSW), ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra Dimapur, organized a Vaccination and Animal Health Camp at Tsuuma village, Medziphema Block, Chumoukedima district today. The camp aimed to improve livestock health and provided essential veterinary care. A total of 58 cattle and buffaloes were vaccinated against […]

Farmers- Scientist Interaction Programme at Mayem, Goa

29th November 2024, Goa ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, North Goa, organized a farmers-scientist interaction programme at Mayem today, aiming to bridge the gap between scientific research and practical farming. The event brought together agricultural scientists, experts, and local farmers, creating a platform for exchanging knowledge and ideas. The programme focused on modern farming techniques, sustainable agricultural […]

Eastern Regional Station of ICAR-IVRI, Kolkata Organized a Capacity Building and Input Distribution Program for Women Farmers under Development Action Plan for Scheduled Caste Scheme in Bongaon Block of West Bengal

The Eastern Regional Station of ICAR-IVRI, Kolkata organized a one-day Training Program on “Poultry and Goat vaccination” on 3rd January, 2025 at Dighari village of Bongaon block in West Bengal. The objective of the program was Capacity Building of the scheduled caste beneficiaries under Development Action Plan for Scheduled Castes (DAPSC) Scheme. Beneficiaries were rural […]

ICAR- Indian Veterinary Research Institute Organized “First follow up Meet of the All India State Animal Husbandry Directors Interface” with 26 States and 5 Union Territories

The ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar conducted the First Follow up meeting of the All India State Animal Husbandry Directors Interface Meet-2025 with 26 states and 5 Union territories on 7 th January, 2025. The inaugural session commenced with the welcome address by Dr. Triveni Dutt, the Hon’ble Director of IVRI, expressed his heartfelt gratitude […]

ICAR-IVRI, Mukteswar Organized Extension Activities under SCSP

ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Mukteswar campus organized various extension activities viz., method demonstration and input distribution program under SCSP on 20.12.2024 at Village Darima, Ramgarh block, District Nainital. A total of 64 farmers participated in this program. Dr. Y. P. S. Malik (Joint Director, ICAR-IVRI, Mukteswar, Nainital, Uttarakhand) encouraged the participants to adopt animals husbandry […]

Inauguration of ‘Hoof and Health’ Gate at ICAR-IVRI cum ICAR-NIVEDI Entrance by Honourable Director General, ICAR

‘Hoof and Health’ gate at ICAR – Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) cum ICAR National Institute for Veterinary Epidemiology and Disease Informatics (NIVEDI) entrance at Yelahanka campus was Inaugurated by Dr Himanshu Pathak, Honourable Director general, ICAR & Secretary, DARE on 02-01-2025 at 7.30 AM. Honourable DG, ICAR was accompanied by Dr Baldev Raj Gulati, […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Marks 100 Years of Excellence in Cotton Technology

3rd December 2024, Mumbai The 100th anniversary of ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai, was graced by the presence of Honourable Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, Vice President of India. In his address, Shri Dhankhar emphasized the challenges faced by farmers and the vital role of ICAR in supporting them. He highlighted the Prime Minister’s […]

Workshop on Millet and Fish-Based Extruded and Baked Products Organised

29th November 2024, Kochi ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technology organized a workshop titled ‘Millet and Fish-Based Extruded and Baked Products’, funded by the Dept of Science and Technology (DST), New Delhi. The event provided participants with a unique opportunity to experience live demonstrations of the technology used in developing extruded and baked products combining millet […]

‘Mann Ki Baat Matsya Kisan Ke Sath’ Programme Organized

28th November 2024, Mumbai Under the ‘Mann Ki Baat Matsya Kisan Ke Sath’ programme, the Fish Nutrition, Biochemistry and Physiology Division, ICAR-Central Institute Fisheries Education, Mumbai organised a scientists-farmers interaction meet on the production of nutritionally balanced feed and its use for enhancing aquaculture production: feed-based aquaculture for the blue revolution’ today. Dr N.P.  Sahu, […]

ICAR-CIFT Develops Eco-friendly Alternative to Lead Sinkers in Fishing Nets

4th December 2024, Kochi ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technology has made a significant breakthrough in developing environmentally friendly alternatives to toxic lead-based sinkers used in fishing nets. Initial experiments using materials such as stainless steel have shown promising results, paving the way for a sustainable solution to replace lead in fishing operations. Lead, a toxic […]

Workshop on Futuristic Approach for Inland Fisheries Informatics Organized

4th December 2024, Barrackpore ICAR–Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore, organised a workshop today on the ‘Futuristic Approach for Inland Fisheries Informatics: The Role of Tools and Techniques Hybridization. Dr J. K Jena, Deputy Director General, (Fisheries Science) urged organizing a workshop on big data platform. In his inaugural speech, Dr B.K. Das, Director, ICAR-CIFRI, […]

ICAR-NBFGR Organized Capacity Development and Technology Enhancement Programme for Sustainable Fisheries

3 December, 2024, Sonarpur ICAR-NBFGR, Lucknow organized “Capacity Development, Coordination, Technology Demonstration and Fish Input Distribution Programme” under SCSP component of ICAR’s NICRA Project on 2-3 December, 2024 at Shasya Shyamala Krishi Vigyan Kendra (SSKVK), Arapanch Sonarpur. The programme focused on technical empowerment of farmers and the Government’s initiative to ‘doubling the farmers’ income’. The […]

Workshop on HT-Rice Stewardship Organized

1st December 2024, Varanasi The ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur; ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), and International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), Philippines, jointly organized a workshop on Developing Stewardship Guidelines for Herbicide-Tolerant Rice Technology in India today at the International Rice Research Institute South Asia Regional Centre (ISARC), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The Chief Guest, Dr […]

Commercialization of a Groundbreaking Patented Bio-Polymer Process

28th November 2024, Hyderabad An industry conclave and interphase meet with seed production and processing firms was held today at the ICAR-Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research, Hyderabad. The event marked the commercialization of a groundbreaking patented Bio-Polymer Process, the first of its kind from ICAR-IIOR. The innovative, eco-friendly alternative to synthetic polymers for seed coating […]

PAU-FASC, Gurdaspur Organized Farmer-Scientist Interaction on “Management of Potato Diseases”

Farm Advisory Service Centre, Gurdaspur in collaboration with Department of Plant Pathology PAU, Ludhiana and KVK, Gurdaspur organized a Farmer-Scientist interaction on “Management of potato diseases” at village Akarpura of district Gurdaspur on 10.12.24 for creating awareness among farmers on the efficient management of important diseases of potato crop. A total of 155 farmers participated […]

PAU Vice Chancellor Releases Food Entrepreneurship Development Society Brochure

The Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Dr Satbir Singh Gosal released a Food Entrepreneurship Development Society brochure of NIDHI-TBI, Department of Science and Technology, Government of India Project, today. The senior officials and faculty of PAU, and the members of Food Entrepreneurship Development Society were present at the brochure releasing ceremony. Dr Gosal, while […]

PAU-PABI startup ‘DROAME’ Showcases Drone Technology to Indian Prime Minister

The Punjab Agricultural University’s Punjab Agriculture Business Incubator (PABI) trained Droame, an emerging leader in autonomous drone technology, achieved a significant milestone as its CEO had a privilege of presenting innovative drone solutions to the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, at the Rising Rajasthan event. This remarkable interaction underscored Droame’s commitment to advancing India’s […]

Nanotechnology in Extending the Shelf life of Horticulture Produces

ABOUT THE TRAINING Nanotechnology in extending the shelf life of horticulture crops and in the improvement of produce quality, thus aiding in Nutritional security. In horticulture, maintaining quality as well as limiting the spoilage of harvested produces like fruits and vegetables is a challenging task. Various kinds of nanomaterials have shown high potential for enhancing […]

CAR-IISWC, Research Centre, Udhagamandalam a National Workshop on “Carbon Conscious Agriculture for Climate Security”

ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (IISWC), Research Centre, Udhagamandalam organized a workshop on “Carbon Conscious Agriculture for Climate Security” on 05.12.2024 as a part of the celebration of World Soil Day-2024 under the Scientific Social Responsibility initiative of DST-SERB, GOI and NICES programme of NRSC-ISRO, Hyderabad. The workshop was attended by 50 scholars […]

Under ‘Swachhta Pakhwada’, a Campaign on Cleaning of Sewerage and Water Lines

Under ‘Swachhta Pakhwada’, a campaign on cleaning of sewerage and water lines, awareness on recycling of waste water, water harvesting for agriculture/horticulture application and cleaning work around phytoremediation unit was organized at ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur on 26.12.2024. Around 28 persons were participated in the above activity. Read more: https://dwr.icar.gov.in/Show_Event.aspx?id=1690

ICAR-IISWC Dehradun Establishes Agri-Processing-Cum-Custom Hiring Center at Khatar Garm Panchayat, Kalsi Block

The ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (IISWC), Dehradun, inaugurated an Agri-Processing-Cum-Custom Hiring Center on December 26, 2024, at Khatar Gram Panchayat, Kalsi Block, Dehradun. The initiative, part of the SC-SP scheme, aims to enable farmers to process their agricultural produce locally, reducing time, cost, and effort while improving quality. Dr. M. Muruganandam, Head […]

ICAR-IISWC, Research Centre, Koraput Organised Three-Day Training Program for Boipariguda Cluster II under the Reward Project

ICAR-IISWC, RC, Koraput organized three days training program on soil water conservation measures, drainage line treatment measures and water harvesting structures for the Watershed Development Team (WDTs) members, Cluster level Workers (CLW), Presidents, Secretaries and Progressive Farmers from Boipariguda Cluster II (consisting of 9 micro-watersheds: Chingdaguda, Bhatipada, Khemabeda, Bhaliapadar, Tikarpada, Majhiguda, Tottapada, Kattapada and Mankidi) […]

ICAR-CIWA, Bhubaneswar & BIRD, Lucknow Organized 3-Days Residential Training Programme on ‘Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) & Gender Mainstreaming in Development Projects’

A three-days residential training programme, sponsored by the Bankers Institute of Rural Development (BIRD), Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) was organized jointly by the ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture (CIWA), Bhubaneswar and the Centre for Climate Change, BIRD, Lucknow during 27-29 November 2024. The main theme of the training was ‘Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) […]

National Goat Fair and Agricultural Technology Exhibition (National Goat Maha Kumbh)

National Goat Fair and Agricultural Technology Exhibition (National Goat Maha Kumbh) was organized at Central Goat Research Institute, Makhdoom. This event was organized in collaboration with Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department, Government of India, New Delhi. Chief Guest Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, Prof. S. P. Singh Baghel and Special Guest Arunachal […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bhadradri Kothagudem has Conducted Training Programme on Yasangi Paddy Management Practice

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bhadradri Kothagudem has conducted training programme on Yasangi paddy management practices at Allapally Village and Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem District on 17.12.2024. Meeting was inaugurated by addressing the precautions to be taken paddy nursery management under severe cold conditions and varieties suitable for Yasangi season 2024-25 at Rythu Vedika, Allapally Mandal. Dr. S. […]

KVK, Palem Scientist Participated in One-Day Training Programme on “Shaping the Future of Vegetables: The Grafting Trend in Modern Horticulture” at SKLTGHU MULUGU

KVK, Palem Scientist Participated in one-day Training programme at Administrative Office, SKLTGHU, Mulugu on 18.12.2024. Dr. A. Shankar, SMS(Hort.), KVK Palem participated in one-day Training programme on “Shaping the future of vegetables: The Grafting Trend in modern Horticulture” and learnt importance of vegetable grafting to mitigate biotic and abiotic stress in vegetable production. In this […]

KVK, Palem Scientist Participated and Created Awareness on “Promotion of use of alternative fertilizers in place of DAP” at Collectorate, Nagarkurnool District

KVK, Palem Scientist participated and Created Awareness on “Promotion of use of alternative fertilizers in place of DAP” at Collect orate, Nagarkurnool District on 19.12.2024. Dr.T.Prabhakar Reddy, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Palem created awareness about alternate sources of fertilizers in place of DAP in Yasangi crops like paddy, maize and groundnut. Recommended straight and complex fertilizers […]

ICAR-CIWA Organized NCW Sponsored CBP on ‘Gender Sensitive Nutri-smart Organic Agri-Practices and Digital Innovations for Profitable Agri-Preneurship’

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar organized National Commission for Women, New Delhi sponsored 3 days residential Capacity Building Program on ‘Gender Sensitive Nutri-smart Organic Agri-Practices and Digital Innovations for profitable Agri-preneurship’ during 9-11 December 2024. The training programme aimed to improving the skills of farmwomen for agri-entrepreneurship. It also focused on providing a […]

ICAR-CIFRI Observes Mahila Matsyajibi Diwas in the Sundarbans

31th December, 2024 The Indian Sundarbans is combating tropical cyclones along with massive tidal surges. A large section of the Sundarbans population is engaged in fisheries and allied activities. Over the last decade, ICAR-CIFRI has been tirelessly supporting the rural populace of the Sundarbans by providing various technological inputs to rejuvenate their livelihoods through fish farming […]

ICAR-CIFRI Observes Mahila Matsyajibi Diwas in the Sundarbans

30th December, 2024 A week-long training program on “Inland Fisheries Management” was successfully conducted by ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI), Barrackpore, from December 17 to 23, 2024. The objective of the program was to improve the knowledge and disseminate modern technologies to fish farmers in Bhagalpur District, Bihar. As an inland state, Bihar recognizes the […]

Kisan Mela cum Agriculture Exhibition on the Occasion of National Farmers Day- 2024 as part of the CICR Special Project on Cotton under NFSM (2024-25)

KVK, Malyal organized “Kisan Mela cum Agricultural Exhibition on the occasion of National Farmers Day- 2024” as part of the CICR Special Project on Cotton, “Targeting technologies to agro- ecological zones-Large scale demonstration of best practices to enhance cotton productivity’’ under NFSM (2024-25) at KVK, Malyal premises on 23-12-2024. The programme started with inauguration of […]

Rythu Nestham Live Programme [Episode-37] conducted on “Summer Ploughing”

Rythu Nestam Live video conferencing 36th episode was conducted live from Electronic Wing Studio of PJTAU on17-12-2024 from 10.00 AM – 11.30 AM. The program commenced with a presentation by Dr.S.Malathi Programme Coordinator and Head, KVK Malyal on Plant protection measures in Yasangi crops, later in the Programme a presentation on National pest Surveillance System […]

KVK, Palem Organized Training Programme on Electronic -National Agriculture Market

KVK, Palem has organized Training programme on on Electronic -National Agriculture Market (e NAM) on 28.12.2024. Dr. B. Rajashekar, SMS(Extension), KVK, Palem briefed about the e NAM outline and procedural and functional activities. Th online platform of E-NAM provides uniformity and streamlining of procedures across the nation. It removes information differences between buyers and sellers […]

Rythu Nestham Live Programme [Episode-38] conducted on “Summer Ploughing”

Rythu Nestam Live video conferencing 36th episode was conducted live from Electronic Wing Studio of PJTAU on17-12-2024 from 10.00 AM – 11.30 AM. The program commenced with a presentation by Dr.S.Malathi Programme Coordinator and Head, KVK Malyal on Plant protection measures in Yasangi crops, later in the Programme a presentation on National pest Surveilance System […]

Organization of Awareness-cum-Field Days for Fishers of the Narmada River

11th December, 2024 The Narmada River plays a crucial role in sustaining the livelihoods of numerous fisher families throughout its course from Amarkantak to Ambetha. Local fishermen, referred to as “Kevats,” use artisanal fishing techniques, frequently employing nets, traps, and traditional boats. Fishing is the primary livelihood to majority of the fishers to meet their daily […]

Narmada River Survey for Estimation of Fish Catch and Socioeconomic Status of Fishers

11th December, 2024 The Holy River Narmada, often referred as the “Lifeline of Madhya Pradesh,” fosters a vibrant and diverse fishery providing livelihoods to countless fishers and quality nutrition to the local populace. The river’s distinctive ecosystem, marked by its continuous flow, varied habitats, and nutrient-dense waters, establishes it as an optimal site for fish diversity […]

CIFRI-ARGCURE Popularized Among Tribal Fish Farmers of Darrang District, Assam

11th December, 2024 ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI) developed CIFRI ARGCURE, a product to control Argulosis disease in fish culture. ICAR-CIFRI, Regional Centre Guwahati in collaboration with the Department of Fisheries (DoF), Govt. of Assam organized an “Awareness-cum-input distribution programme” to popularize the product among the fish farmers of Assam under Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) programme […]

Workshop on “Drone Technology and its Applications” Organised by ICAR-CIFRI

11th December, 2024 ICAR–CIFRI organized a one-day training cum workshop on “Drone Technology and its Applications” on 11th December, 2024 at ICAR-CIFRI, Barrackpore, Kolkata. Addressing the critical needs of the inland fisheries sector, this was the first-ever initiative focusing on the potentials of drone technology in inland fisheries management. The workshop highlighted on India’s agricultural sector […]

One-Day Workshop on “Futuristic Approach for Inland Fisheries Informatics: Role of tools and Techniques Hybridization” Conducted by ICAR-CIFRI

4th December, 2024 The ICAR–CIFRI organized a one-day workshop on “Futuristic Approach for Inland Fisheries Informatics: Role of Tools and Techniques Hybridization” in December 2024 as per the vision of Dr. J. K Jena, DDG Fisheries who urged for organizing a workshop on big data platform. Addressing the critical needs of the inland fisheries sector, this […]

Three Days Training Programme on “Management of Open Water Fisheries for Doubling the Farmers’ Income” at ICAR-CIFRI, Prayagraj

28th November, 2024 Three days Training programme ICAR-CIFRI, Prayagraj conducted a training programme on “Management of open water fisheries for doubling the farmers’ income” during 26-28th November 2024. The three days training programme was inaugurated by Dr B. K. Das, Director, ICAR-CIFRI, Barrackpore through online mode. Total 20 participants, 2 females and 18 male participated in […]

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendras are Proving to Be a Boon for Farmers: Dr. Tarsem Singh Dhillon

Dr. Tarsem Singh Dhillon, Additional Director Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, visited Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kheri, Sangrur today on 10.12.2024. During which he inspected the technology park established at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, agricultural research experiments, training platform of various techniques for stubble management, home vegetable and fruit garden, vermicompost unit, CRM machinery bank, seed […]

PAU Regional Research Station, Faridkot Recognized as “Centre of Excellence” for Cotton Research & Development by QRT

The Regional Research Station, Faridkot, of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), has achieved a remarkable milestone by being adjudged as the “Excellent Centre” among 22 centres across India functioning under the All India Coordinated Research Project on Cotton (AICRP on Cotton). This prestigious recognition was conferred by the Quinquennial Review Team (QRT) for the assessment period […]

PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur Organized Awareness Camp on Biofertilizer Promotion

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bahowal, Hoshiarpur, in collaboration with the Department of Microbiology, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, recently organized an awareness camp to promote biofertilizers in the adopted village Rampur Sainian. At the outset, Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training), KVK Hoshiarpur, welcomed the participants and elaborated on KVK’s activities to support the farming community. […]

PAU FASC Sangrur Monitored Pea, Wheat and Strawberry Farms in Five Villages

The PAU- Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC), Sangrur, under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, conducted an assessment of pea, wheat, and strawberry cultivation in the villages of Dittupur, Majhi, Bakhopir, Palasur, and Saron. Dr. Ashok Kumar, District Extension Scientist (Soil Science) and in Charge of FASC Sangrur, […]

147 Rural Women and Farmers Participated in Pau Kisan Club Training Camp

“Amla holds immense nutritional value and health benefits,” said Dr Kulvir Kaur, Assistant Home Scientist, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), while demonstrating the making of amla murabba during the monthly training camp of women’s wing of PAU Kisan Club. In all, 147 rural women (72) and farmers (75) attended the training camps of the PAU Kisan Club, held […]

PAU Celebrates World Soil Day, Calls for Focus on Soil Productivity Management

The Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE) Chapter, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), and the Soil Water Engineering Club, Department of Soil and Water Engineering, College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology (COAET), celebrated the World Soil Day on the theme “Caring for Soils: Measure, Monitor, Manage.” The event commemorated the significance of soil health and its crucial […]

Awareness Camp Organized by PAU-Farm Advisory Service Centre, Sangrur at Village Majhi; Suggestions for Prevention of Pink Bollworm: Dr. Ashok Kumar

Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana’s Farm Advisory Service Centre, Sangrur to the farmers Awareness raised by villagers regarding sharing of important tips to get good harvest from the current wheat crop. Camp was set up. About 30 farmers participated in the camp. Dr. Ashok Kumar, District Extension Scientist and Incharge Farm Advisory Service Centre, Sangrur informed […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Successfully Completed Specialized Training for Women on “Electrospinning for Nanofiber Production”

The ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology Mumbai conducted a three-day specialized training programme for women on ‘Electrospinning for Nanofiber Production’ from December 18 to 20, 2024. This self-funded initiative attracted eight participants, including faculty members, research scholars, and scientists from various academic and research institutions. Participants came from multiple states, including Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, […]

ICAR-CIFE Kolkata Centre Conducted Skill Development Training on Farm Made Feed Formulation and On-Farm Feeding Management

ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education Kolkata Centre organized a seven days on campus skill development training program on ‘Farm made feed formulation and on-farm feeding management’ during December 18-24, 2024 for 21 progressive fish farmers and entrepreneurs from West Bengal and Mizoram. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. Utpal Sar, Joint Director & Nodal officer […]

Skill Development Programme on Value Addition of Cage-Farmed Fish at ICAR-CIFT, Kochi for Tribal Fishermen from Nandurbar, Maharashtra

The ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technology (ICAR-CIFT), Kochi, inaugurated a three-day Skill Development Programme on “Hygienic Handling, Packaging, and Value Addition of Fish with Special Reference to Pangasius spp.” today. Conducted under the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) initiative, the programme aims to empower tribal fishermen from Nandurbar, Maharashtra. Organized in collaboration with the Department of Fisheries, […]

CTCRI Organized Industry Meet on Biofortified Sweet Potato in Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Vitamin-rich orange-fleshed and anthocyanin-rich purple-fleshed sweet potatoes are the in-thing in alleviating micronutrient malnutrition and addressing many health issues, according to ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI). Business giants like Pepsico participated in a Business Meet, a first of its kind, organised by CTCRI, in Bhubaneswar, Odisha being the state which produces about 40% sweet […]

The ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI) Celebrated Tuber Crops Day

The ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI), Thiruvananthapuram and the Indian Society for Root Crops (ISRC) jointly organized the “Tuber Crops Day” on 13.12.2024 at 11 AM in the Millennium Hall of ICAR-CTCRI, Sreekaryam, Thiruvananthapuram. During the programme, the Chief Guest, Shri Murukan Kattakkada, Director, Malayalam Mission, Department of Culture, Govt. of Kerala, emphasized on […]

ICAR- CTCRI Celebrates World Soil Day 2024

ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute celebrated the World Soil Day 5th Dec, 2024 . Dr. P. Rajendran, Chairman, Kerala Farmers Welfare Fund Board & Former Vice – Chancellor, Kerala Agricultural University delivered lecture on this year theme, “Caring for soils: Measure, Monitor, Management”. He emphasized to enhance soil health and its deterioration quality through proper […]

Monthly Training Camp of Kisan Club Organized at PAU

PAU Kisan Club today successfully organized its monthly training camp for the club members at the multipurpose hall of Dr. Manmohan Singh Auditorium. A total of 75 farmer members participated in this training camp organized under the guidance of Directorate Extension Education. Crop Scientist Dr. Tarundeep Kaur Dhaliwal shared information about weed management in rabi […]

Pau Imparts Training on Millet Based Recipes

The Department of Resource Management and Consumer Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), imparted training on ‘Millets Based Recipes’ to school children in Government Multipurpose Senior Secondary School, Lakkar Bazar, old Ludhiana, today. The training was organized under All India Coordinated Research Project on Women in Agriculture (AICRP-WIA). Dr Shivani Rana, Scientist in the department, delivered a […]

35 Beekeepers Participated in the Monthly Training Camp of PBKA at PAU

Since winters were advancing, the entomologists of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) appealed to the beekeepers to go in for extra care of honey bees in order to get remunerative returns from apiculture. A total of 35 beekeepers attended the monthly training camp of Progressive Beekeepers’ Association (PBKA), held under the guidance of Dr TS Riar, […]

Training Programme on “New Varieties and Improved Technologies of ICAR-IIHR” organized by ICAR-IIHR for Farmers of Chamarajanagar District Primary Tabs

The ICAR-IIHR organised one day training programme on “New and improved varieties and technologies of ICAR-IIHR” at KVK, Chamarajanagar Karnataka on 29.11.2024 as part of SCSP programme of the institute. It was organized in collaboration with Department of Horticulture, Chamaraja Nagar, KVK Haradanahalli and Srininvasan Services Trust Karnataka Cluster. About 120 farmers participated in the programme. Mr. […]

Demonstration of Girdling Technology in Off-Season Litchi Organized by CHES (ICAR-IIHR), Chettalli at Laxmijala Estate, Madapura, Kodagu, Karnataka

The Central Horticultural Experiment Station (ICAR-IIHR), Chettalli organized a “Result Demonstration of Girdling Technology in Off-season Litchi on 13th December 2024 at Laxmijala Estate, Madapura, Kodagu, Karnataka. The main aim of the programme was to showcase the effect of girdling technology in Off-season litchi on flowering and yield to the litchi growers of Kodagu and Hassan […]

2 days – Training Programme on “Applications of Transmission Electron Microscopy & Scanning Electron Microscopy in Diagnostic of Emerging Diseases in Horticultural Crops”

Date: 19.12.2024 & 20.12.2024 Time of training: 10.00 am to 5.00 pm Last date of receipt of application: 18.12.2024 Venue: Committee Room, ICAR-IIHR, Hesarghatta, Bangalore Course Director: Dr. Mahesha B. Course Co-Director. Dr. D.K.Samuel Course Co-Ordinator’s: Dr. M.V. Dhananjaya, CEO, BESST-HORT & Dr. Kalaivanan D. Treasurer, BESST-HORT Objectives of the training 1. To see the […]

Training Programme on “Scientific Honey Bee Keeping and Apiary Management” Organized by CHES (ICAR-IIHR),Chettalli

The Central Horticultural Experiment Station (ICAR-IIHR), Chettalli organized a three days training programme on “Scientific Honey Bee Keeping and Apiary Management” under RKVY project from 10th   December to 12th December, 2024 at Chettalli. About 30 trainees from Hassan, Chikmagalur and Kodagu district of Karnataka participated in the training programme. The programme started with the inauguration of exhibition […]

One Day Training on Irrigation and Primary Processing of Millets Organised at PAU-KVK Jalandhar

Under the leadership of Dr. Gurinder Pal Singh Sodhi, Additional Director of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, one-day training program on irrigation aspects and primary processing of millets under project “Development of technology for Production, farm-level processing, and packaging of millets and its value-added products” was organized by the Department of Soil and Water Engineering, Punjab […]

PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur Organized Vocational Training on Quality Production of Jaggery/Sugar

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Hoshiarpur organized a five-day vocational training programme on “Quality Production of Gur/Shakkar” at its campus from November 23 to 27, 2024. The initiative aimed to enhance the skills of sugarcane processing farmers and promote improved methods of jaggery production. Inaugurating the training session, Dr Maninder Singh Bons, […]

PAU’s Department of Processing and Food Engineering Organized a Training Camp on Post-Harvest Technology for Scheduled Castes under AICRP

The Department of Processing and Food Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, organized two training programmes on “Entrepreneurship Development in Agro Processing for Better Livelihood” under the aegis of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)-All India Coordinated Research Project on Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology (AICRP on PHET). Held on November 13 and November 29, […]

PAU Hosts Four-Day National Workshop on Integrated Farming Systems to Address Agricultural Challenges

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, initiated a four-day workshop of the All India Joint Research Project in collaboration with ICAR’s National Research Center on Farming Systems, Modipuram, today at Pal Auditorium. The event, held every two years, brings together agricultural scientists, experts, and stakeholders from across the country to deliberate on sustainable farming practices and […]

PAU inks MoU for Paddy Straw Based Biogas Plant

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has inked a pact with PANJ AAB Bio-Fuel & Fertilizers Private Limited, Ludhiana for commercialization of Paddy Straw based Biogas Plant made up of Mild Steel (M. S.) sheet (above the ground) technology. Dr. Ajmer Singh Dhatt, Director of Research, PAU, Ludhiana and Mr. Ravi Inder Singh, Director, PANJ AAB […]

PAU-FASC Sangrur Organized a Farmers’ Seminar on the topic “Nutrients, Pests and Weed Management in Wheat, Potato and Pea Crops” at village Bimbar.

PAU-FASC Sangrur conducted a kisan goshti focused on “Nutrient, pest, and weed management in wheat, potato, and pea crops” in the village of Bimber on December 2, 2024. Dr. Ashok Kumar, District Extension Scientist and In-charge of the Farm Advisory Service Centre in Sangrur, provided guidance to farmers on managing the Phalaris minor weed in wheat crops. […]

PAU – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Langroa Organized a Training course on Rabi Crops

Under the guidance of Director Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-Attari, Zone-1, Ludhiana, Krishi Vigyan Kendra Langroa District Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar organized a training course on Rabi crops on 29.11.2024 at KVK, in which field staff from the Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Department of Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar District participated. Sharing information with […]

PAU-FASC Sangrur Organized Kisan Gosthi on “Nutrient and Pest Management in Paddy Residue Managed Fields of Wheat and Potato Crops

PAU-FASC Sangrur organized kisan goshti at village Roshanwala, Sangrur today on 29.11.2024. Dr. Ashok Kumar, District Extension Scientist and In-charge of Farm Advisory Service Centre Sangrur guided the farmers regarding management of manganese deficiency in wheat through foliar spray in light textured soils in coming days. They were also acquainted with the management of pink stem borer if […]

PAU Skill Development Centre Empowers Farmers with Training on Agro-Based Enterprises

Under the guidance of Dr Makkhan Singh Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, the Skill Development Centre conducted a five-day training course on “Establishing Agro-Based Enterprises” for the farmers and farm women of Punjab from November 25 to 29, 2024. The programme saw active participation from 38 trainees eager to explore […]

PAU Trained Farmers on Dragon Fruit Cultivation

The Department of Fruit Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a one-day training programme on 29.11.2024 “Dragon Fruit Cultivation in Punjab” for the farmers. In this training programme, 30 farmers from different districts of Punjab participated to gain knowledge about technical aspects for commercial cultivation of this exotic fruit crop in Punjab. Dr Jaswinder Singh […]

Capacity Building Training Concluded at PAU; Provide 24×7 Advisory Services and Solutions to Farmers: PAU DEE Tells KVKs and FASC Scientists

A Two-day capacity-building training programme, organized by the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), for the scientists of Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) and Farm Advisory Service Centres (FASCs), concluded successfully here today. The training aimed to enhance the technical expertise of participating scientists to uplift the living standards of the farming community in […]

Arunachal Pradesh Minister for Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Husbandry & Veterinary visited ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru

Shri Gabriel Denwang Wangsu, Honourable Minister for Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary, Dairy Development, Fisheries, Food & Civil Supplies, Legal Metrology and Consumer Affairs, Govt.of Arunachal Pradesh and his delegation has visited the ICAR-IIHR on 28th November,2024 to witness the ongoing research, education and extension work in horticulture.  The delegation has visited various facilities […]

3 days Training on “Tissue Culture Propagation of Banana Plant”

3 days Training on “Tissue Culture Propagation of Banana Plant” Organized by Div. of Basic Science, ICAR-IIHR & BESST-HORT Date: 26th-28th November, 2024 Last date for receipt of application: 25th November, 2024. Venue: Biotechnology Lab, ICAR-IIHR, Hesaraghatta Lake Post, Bengaluru-560089 Course Director : Dr. T. R. Usha Rani, Senior Scientist, Division of Basic Sciences. Course Co-Ordinators: […]

Training on “Hybrid Seed Production of Cucurbits “

Date: 10-12-2024 to 11-12-2024 Time of training: 9.30 AM to 5.30 PM Last date of receipt of application: 9th of December, 2024 Course Director: Dr. Manjunatha Gowda D C Course Co-Director: Dr. B. Varalakshmi, Dr. E. Sreenivasa Rao, Dr. M. Pitchaimuthu, Dr. M. V. Dhananjaya, Dr. Raja Shankar & Dr. Vivek Hegde Course Co-Ordinator’s: Dr. […]

Entrepreneurship Training on Mushroom Cultivation Organized by ICAR-IIHR in November,2024

A two-day entrepreneurial training program on mushroom cultivation was conducted by the Mushroom Lab, Division of Crop Protection on 3rd and 4th, December, 2024. The program was attended by 20 farmers from Ernakulam, Kerala under the Kerala State Horticulture Mission’s RKVY Mushroom Village Scheme. Participants received advanced, hands-on training covering various aspects of mushroom cultivation, including […]

Agri University Scientists Discover Medicinal Compound in Makhana

As makhana (fox nut) gains popularity as a healthy snack in Indian households, scientists at Bihar Agricultural University (BAU), Sabour, have achieved a major breakthrough. They have identified a unique compound, N-(2-iodophenyl) methane sulfonamide, in makhana, which has vital medicinal property. “This is the first time the bioactive compound has been identified as a naturally […]

The University Got is First Trademark Granted

The university secures its first trademark on the logo and slogan “Work is Worship, Work with Smile’ which was brainchild of Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Prof DR Singh. Hon’ble Vice Chancellor after joining office in the month of January 2023, gave the slogan for upliftment of academic, research, extension and training activities of the university. The […]

World Soil Day-2024 Celebrated by the Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour

The Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry (SSAC), Bihar Agricultural University (BAU), Sabour, celebrated World Soil Day-2024 with immense enthusiasm and active participation on 5 th December, 2024. This year’s theme, “Caring for Soils: Measure , Monitor, Manage,” underlined the pressing need for accurate soil data to promote sustainable management practices, secure global food supplies, and bolster environmental resilience. Dr. DR […]

World Soil Day 2024 Celebrated at CHES, ICAR-IIHR, Bhubaneswar

The Central Horticultural Experiment Station (CHES), ICAR-IIHR, Bhubaneswar, celebrated World Soil Day on 5th  December 2024 at Bhapur, Banamalipur, Khorda. The program, organized with the theme “Caring for Soils: Measure, Monitor, Manage,” emphasizing the importance of accurate soil data and sustainable soil management for food security. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from 50 stakeholders, including farmers, […]

ICAR-CIFRI Organized Training-Cum-Exposure Visit for The Farmers of Cuttack , Jagatsinghpur and Kendrapara Districts of Odisha on “Inland Fisheries Management”

Cuttack, the commercial capital of Odisha, is home to numerous trading and business houses. The districts of Cuttack, Kendrapara, and the Bay of Bengal encircle the district of Jagatsinghpur. A project to modernize and upgrade the fishing harbor at Paradip in Jagatsinghpur was recently inaugurated. Over the past three to four years, the demand for […]

Training for Fish Farmers of Madhepura District, Bihar was inaugurated by former Vice Chancellor of ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai

A training program on “Inland Fisheries Management” was organized by ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI), Barrackpore, from 19th to 25th November 2024, with the objective of enhancing knowledge and disseminating technology to fish farmers of Madhepura District, Bihar. As an inland state, Bihar recognizes inland fisheries and the freshwater aquaculture sector as key contributors […]

ICAR-CIFRI, Prayagraj Conducted a Three Days Training programme on “Concept Building in Basic Statistics for Biological Data Analysis”

ICAR-CIFRI, Prayagraj conducted a training programme on “Concept Building in Basic Statistics for Biological Data Analysis” during 18-20th Nov, 2024. The three days training programme was inaugurated by Dr B. K. Das, Director, ICAR-CIFRI, Barrackpore and Dr S. P. Singh, Ex-Principal Scientist of ICAR-CIFRI was the special guest during valedictory session. Total 21 participants, 6 […]

ICAR-CIFRI Organized Skill Development Cum Capacity Building Program for the Fishers of Bhadrak and Balasore Districts of Odisha

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute has organized a five-day training-cum-exposure visit program on “Inland Fisheries Management” for the fishers from Bhadrak and Balasore districts of Odisha from November 11-15, 2024. This program was sponsored by the State Fishery Department of Odisha, which aimed to enhance the knowledge and skills of the rural fishing communities. The […]

PAU Organizes Training Camp on Reuse of Treated Wastewater in Agriculture

The Department of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), in collaboration with the Department of Soil Science and the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Ludhiana organized an awareness training camp on “Soil and Water Testing” at village Salempur, district Ludhiana. Nearly 50 farmers participated in the training programme, held under the aegis of Dean, […]

PAU – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala Conducted a Vocational Training Course on Processing of Fruits, Vegetables and Soybeans

PAU – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala organized a five-day training course on processing of fruits, vegetables and soybeans from 20.11.2024 to 26.11.2024. 30 farmer men and women from different villages like Banera Khurd, Skohan, Gaunspur, Kalyan, Jindalpur etc. participated in this training course. Training Course Coordinator Dr. Rajni Goyal, Professor (Food Science) imparted training on […]

Capacity Building Programme Begins at PAU

A two-day capacity building programme kicked off at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education. As many as 70 scientists from Krishi Vigyan Kendras and Farm Advisory Service Centres are participating in the training programme, in which experts of soil, fruit and vegetable sciences; entomology and plant pathology will share the technical […]

National Conference on Building Sustainable Agricultural Startups Concluded

14th November 2024, Hyderabad The two-day (12th-13th November 2024) national conference on building sustainable agricultural start-ups in India, organized by ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Management in collaboration with the Association for Innovation Development of Agriculture in India (a-IDEA), concluded today. The Chief Guest for the valedictory session, Dr Himanshu Pathak, Secretary (DARE) & Director General […]

Field Day on HYV of Zinc Rich Biofortified Variety of Paddy for Tribal Folk of Meghalaya

14th November 2024, Ri-Bhoi ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ri-Bhoi, under ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Umiam organized a field day on HYV of Zinc rich biofortified variety of Paddy today in the field of Mrs. Banrilin Nongklaw of Mawbri Village. The field day showcased the performance of a zinc-rich biofortified variety, which has proven to […]

Workshop on Conservation of Indigenous Fishes in Changing Climate Scenario

18th – 19th November 2024, Ganderbal A 2-day national workshop on conservation of Indigenous fishes of Jammu & Kashmir in changing climate Scenario scheduled from 18th-19th November 2024 was inaugurated at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Kashmir. The workshop was organised jointly by ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources, Lucknow and Faculty of […]

Workshop on Management of Crown Mealybug and Pokkah Boeng Organized

12th November 2024, Coimbatore ICAR-Sugarcane Breeding Institute, Coimbatore, organized a workshop on the management of crown mealy bug and pokkah boeng in sugarcane in association with the Society for Sugarcane Research & Development (SSRD) at the Centenary Seminar Hall in the Institute premises today. The Chief Guest, Shri M. Silvester Goldwin, President, South Indian Sugar […]

Awareness on Best Management Practices in Livestock & Poultry Organised

11th November 2024, Port Blair ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair, Regional Station, Minicoy, oragnised an awareness campaign on best management practices in livestock & poultry for the welfare of tribal livestock farmers of Lakshadweep today. Dr Eaknath B. Chakurkar, Director, ICAR-CIARI, Port Blair, graced the occasion. Hands-on training on poultry feed preparation using […]

ICAR-ATARI Organizes Symposium on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Kolkata organized a symposium on From Data to Decisions: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Effective Agricultural Advisory Tools in hybrid mode today as part of the symposium series initiated to catalyze change in the KVK system. Scientists from ATARI Kolkata as well as from KVKs of Odisha, West […]

Organized a Three Day Training Program on “Study Tour of Officers and Employees on Shree Anna (Millets)” at the Experimental Field of ICAR-VPKAAS

8 November, 2024, Almora A three-day (6 to 8 November, 2024) training program on “Study tour of officers/staff on SRI Ann (Millets)” was organized at the experimental field, Hawalbagh of ICAR-Vivekananda Parvatiya Krishi Anusandhan Sansthan (VPKAS), Almora. This program was sponsored by the Deputy Director of Agriculture Office, Amroha (Uttar Pradesh) under the Millets Revival […]

Workshop on Package of Practices for Rabi Crops

8th November 2024, Almora ICAR-Vivekananda Parvatiya Krishi Anusandhan Sansthan, Almora, organized a workshop on package of practices for Rabi Crops today at the experimental farm, Hawalbagh, Almora, for state officers. Dr Lakshmi Kant, Director, ICAR-VPKAS, Almora, briefed about the aims to provide key practices for rabi crops, including varietal improvements, agronomic techniques, and pest management, […]

Kisan Mela organized under SC Sub-Plan

9th November 2024, Hyderabad  ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture organized a Kisan Mela under SC Sub-Plan today. The Kisan Mela programme was held at Chindanur Village, Chincholi Taluka, Kalaburagi District, Karnataka. The Chief Guest, Dr V. K. Singh, Director, ICAR-CRIDA, inaugurated a permanent display board at Chindanur village, followed by a drone demonstration aimed […]

Nursery Technologies for Commercialization of Horticultural Crops

ABOUT THE TRAINING To enhance and improve conceptual as well as practical knowledge on establishing new nursery with latest propagation techniques and maintenance; to know to the state and central governments schemes available to establishment of commercial nursery within India. MODULE OF THE TRAINING Introduction about the nursery – Site Selection – Layout of Nursery […]

Oil Extraction From Flowers and Aromatic Plants

ABOUT THE TRAINING To create awareness about essential oil extraction from flowers and aromatic plants with the aim to impart knowledge and on-hand demonstration to conventional and advanced essential oil extraction techniques. MODULE OF THE TRAINING Commercial significance of Essential oils from Flowers and Aromatic crops Distillation techniques of essential oil – Conventional and advanced […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bhadradri Kothagudem has Conducted Training Programme on Natural Farming at Chittiramavaram Village, Chunchupally Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem District

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bhadradri Kothagudem has conducted training programme on Natural farming at Chittiramavaram Village, Chunchupally Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem District on 29.11.2024. In this training programme Dr. R. Srinivasa Rao, SMS (Crop Production) addressed to the gathering on Importance of Natural Farming and its role in sustainable Agricultural production for improving livelihood of farming community […]

AINP on VPM- Training Programme Cum Inputs Distribution to Tribal Farmers under Tribal Sub plan (TSP)

Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University under All India Network Project on Vertebrate Pest Management, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad organized training programme cum inputs distribution to tribal farmers under Tribal Sub Plan (TSP). The centre has identified certain remote villages viz., Salveed thanda of Kulkaherla mandal in Vikarabad district. The tribal farmers in the identified village were cultivating […]

KVK, Adilabad – Field Day on Pin Worm Management in Tomato at Tosham Village

On November 26, 2024, a successful field day was organized at Tosham village of Gudihanthnoor Mandal, Adilabad District to address the pressing issue of pin worm infestation in Tomato crop. The event aimed to create awareness among farmers about the nature of the damage caused by pin worm and to demonstrate effective control measures. Dr. […]

Organized Training Programme on Practices and Methods of Natural Farming under SC- SP Project at KVK, Palem

KVK, Palem organized Training programme on practices and methods of Natural farming under SC- SP project at KVK, Palem, bijinepally, Nagar Kurnool district on 26.11.2024. In this programme Dr. T. Prabhakar Reddy, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Palem briefed about organic farming principles and methods in different crops. Mr. K. Ramakrishna, SMS-(CP) explained about Natural farming benefits […]

Training Program on High-Density Planting System in Cotton Organized at KVK, Kampasagar

Dr. S. Srinivasa Rao discussed the benefits of closer spacing, uniform boll bursting, and machine harvesting in HDPS, alongside the use of mepiquat chloride to enhance sympodial branch development. Dr. K. Chandra Shekar highlighted the economic advantages of HDPS, while Smt. A. Ramulamma addressed pest and disease management. Smt. T. Himabindu emphasized the adoption of […]

ICAR-NBFGR Empowers Rural Women in Barabanki through Ornamental Fish Farming Initiative

5th November 2024, Dhankutti, Barabanki ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources, Lucknow launched an impactful initiative to empower rural women in Barabanki through ornamental fish farming as part of Mission Navshakti 2.0. Launched in February 2024, the project has seen Self-Help Groups (SHGs) from Gurwagouri, Basant Nagar, Rehramau, and Dhankutti transform small spaces into fish […]

Awareness cum Feed Distribution Programme for the Fish Farmers of Sikkim Held

The ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI), Regional Centre, Guwahati in collaboration with Department of Fisheries (DoF), Govt. of Sikkim organized an awareness cum feed distribution programme for popularization of CIFRI CAGEGROW feed among fish farmers of Sikkim in Pakyong and Soreng district, Sikkim on 05th December, 2024. In the state, 10 tonnes of feed […]

One-Day Workshop on “Futuristic Approach for Inland Fisheries Informatics: Role of tools and Techniques Hybridization” Conducted by ICAR-CIFRI

The ICAR–CIFRI organized a one-day workshop on “Futuristic Approach for Inland Fisheries Informatics: Role of Tools and Techniques Hybridization” in December 2024 as per the vision of Dr. J. K Jena, DDG Fisheries who urged for organizing a workshop on big data platform. Addressing the critical needs of the inland fisheries sector, this was the […]

World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) for the Shrimp Farmers Organised

19th November 2024, Tamil Nadu As a part of World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) under the All India Network Project on Antimicrobial Resistance (AINP-AMR), an awareness programme was arranged for the shrimp farmers of Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, at Ponneri today. The farmers were made aware of the consequences of AMR as a silent pandemic. […]

His Excellency, Hon’ble Governor of Nagaland, Shri La. Ganesan Visited and Inaugurated ICAR-CIFRI Exhibition Stall in HAES-COSDG, 2024

ICAR-CIFRI participated in the Exhibition on the occasion of National Conference on Hill Agro-Ecosystem: Challenges and Opportunities for Achieving Sustainable Development Goals (HAES-COSDG, 2024) organized by Indian Association of Hill Farming & ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Nagaland Centre, Medziphema, Nagaland. The Conference was held at ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Nagaland Centre, […]

Visit to Elappulli Village, Palakkad: Assessment of Needs for Inland Fisheries Development

In connection with the meeting held with Shri. George Kurien, Honourable Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying and Minority Affairs, a team from ICAR-CIFRI Kochi Centre visited the Elappully village in Palakkad on 24th October 2024 to survey the suitability of inland water bodies for inland fisheries development in the village. Elappully […]

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore observed Vigilance Awareness Week

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore observed Vigilance Awareness Week during 28th October- 3rd November, 2024 Vigilance awareness week was observed during the 28th October- 3rd November, 2024 at ICAR-CIFRI with theme “Culture of Integrity for Nation’s Prosperity”. The week-long observance began on 28th October, 2024 with Dr. B.K. Das, Director, ICAR-CIFRI administering a pledge […]

KVK, Palem Celebrated World Soil Day 2024 at Laknaram Village, Telkapally mandal, Nagarkurnool Dist

Created awareness about the theme of World Soil Day 2024 is Caring for Soils: Measure, Monitor, Manage. Dr.T.Prabhakar Reddy (PC, KVK, Palem) illustrated the importance of soil fertility, balanced fertilization in enhancing crop yields and sustaining soil fertility through soil test based nutrient management. Highlighted the importance of waste management, vermicompost preparation for efficient utilization […]

Brainstorming Session on Developing Co-Publishing Guidelines for ICAR

4th November 2024, New Delhi ICAR-Directorate of Knowledge Management in Agriculture organised a brainstorming session on developing co-publishing guidelines for ICAR at the National Agriculture Science Complex, New Delhi today. Dr Joykrushna Jena, Deputy Director General (Fisheries Science), ICAR, emphasized the importance of developing an effective marketing strategy to ensure better reach and circulation among […]

Mini Farmer’s Fair-2024 Organised

29th October 2024, Kolkata ICAR-National Institute of Natural Fibre Engineering and Technology organized a mini farmer’s fair today at Tili Village in Gaighata, North 24 Parganas, West Bengal. The Chief Guest Shri Laxman Chandra Sarkar, District Development Manager, NABARD, North 24 Parganas, shared insights on NABARD’s funding facilities and led an oath-taking ceremony with farmers […]

ICAR-NBFGR Organised an Awareness-Cum-Capacity Building Programme for Aqua Farmers in Sikkim

6th November 2024, Gangtok ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources, Lucknow, organized an awareness and capacity-building programme aimed at enhancing the livelihoods of fisherfolk under the NEH (North Eastern Hill) programme of ICAR-NBFGR today in Gangtok, Sikkim. The Chief Guest Shri Puran Kumar Gurung, Minister of Fisheries, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services, and Horticulture […]

3rd International Conference on Climate-Smart Nutri-Sensitive Integrated Farming System for Gender-Equitable Sustainable Agriculture

6th – 8th November 2024, Bhubaneswar The 3rd International Conference on ‘Climate-Smart Nutri-Sensitive Integrated Farming System for Gender-Equitable Sustainable Agriculture: Prospects and Challenges (ICNSFS-2024)’ was inaugurated today by Dr R. C. Agrawal, Deputy Director General (Agriculture Education), ICAR, at ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar. He stressed the vital contributions of women farmers in […]

Training Programme on ‘Ecosystem-Based Management of Wetland Fisheries’

ICAR-CIFRI successfully organized a comprehensive training program on “Ecosystem-Based Management of Wetland Fisheries” held from October 23 to 29, 2024. A total of 22 participants, including 21 students and 1 faculty member from West Bengal, Tripura, and Madhya Pradesh, attended the training. Inaugural program was graced by Chief Guest, Prof. (Dr.) B. B. Jana, Emeritus […]

ICAR-World Fish Collaborative Project Meeting at ICAR-CIFRI, Barrackpore

ICAR-World Fish Collaborative Project meeting (ICAR-Window 3) held at ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore during 22nd – 24th October, 2024. Dr. Jörn Schmidt, Director for Sustainable Aquatic Food Systems, World Fish, Malaysia; Dr. Arun Padiyar, WorldFish Lead, India, Dr. Sourabh Kumar Dubey, World Fish, and a multidisciplinary team of scientists & scholars from ICAR-CIFRI […]

Popularization of CIFRI-ARGCURE Among Fish Farmers of Kamrup(R), Assam

CIFRI ARGCURE-a product developed by ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI) to control Argulosisdisease in fish culture. In order to popularize the product among the fish farmers of Assam, ICAR-CIFRI,Regional Centre, Guwahati in collaboration with the Department of Fisheries (DoF), Govt. of Assam organized an “Demonstration-cum-input distribution programme” underTribal Sub-Plan (TSP) programme atBoko, Kamrup (R) […]

George Kurian, Inaugurates a Workshop on the Potential of Drone Applications

8th November 2024, Kochi Shri George Kurian, Union Minister of State, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, inaugurated an awareness workshop-cum-demonstration of potential drone applications in the fisheries sector at the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute today. He highlighted the transformative impact of this technology, stating that drones would emerge as a game-changer in […]

ICAR-CIFRI Celebrated ‘National Dolphin Day’

Dolphins are among the top ecological indicator species across various aquatic habitats. As a result, dolphin conservation would support the continued existence of the species as well as the humans who depend on the aquatic environment for their regular needs. The Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched “Project Dolphin” on August 15, 2020, intending to […]

ICAR-CIFRI Carried out Survey on Fisheries and Ecology of River Brahmaputra

30 September, 2024 Scientific and technical personnel of ICAR-CIFRI Regional Centre, Guwahati surveyed the entire stretch of River Brahmaputra in Assam from Sadiya to Dhubri. The survey was carried out in the month of September to document the fish diversity, catch composition and ecology (soil and water quality) of the river. River Brahmaputra, which drains […]

Training Program to Improve Skills of Fish Farmers of Patna District, Bihar

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (CIFRI) in Barrackpore conducted a seven-day training program from 26 September to 02 October 2024, on “Inland Fisheries Management” to improve the skills and competencies of 30 fish farmers from Patna district, Bihar. The training program aimed to deepen their understanding of various aspects of inland fisheries management to promote […]

ICAR-CIFRI, Barrackpore Observes Vigilance Awareness Week

Vigilance awareness week was observed from 28th October – 3rd November 2024 at ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute on the theme Culture of Integrity for Nation’s Prosperity. The week-long observance began with Dr B.K. Das, Director, ICAR-CIFRI, leading a pledge ceremony for the staff, while many others took an e-pledge. The Chief Guest Shri Chandershekhar […]

ICAR-CIBA Observed Vigilance Awareness Week 2024

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture observed Vigilance Awareness Week (VAW) 2024 from 28th October to 1st November 2024. Dr. Kuldeep Kumar Lal, Director, ICAR-CIBA administered the ‘Integrity pledge’ among the staff of the Institute including Regional Centres. All the family members of the employee, stakeholders & collaborators were sensitized to take ‘Integrity pledge’ for the citizen on […]

Pantnagar University’s 36th Convocation Will be Held on 27 November 2024

Pantnagar. 25 November 2024 | Pantnagar University’s 36th convocation will be held on 27 November 2024 at the convocation pandal located in the administrative building. The chief guest of the convocation will be the Governor of Uttarakhand and Chancellor of the University, Lt. Gen. Gurmeet Singh. Also, the special guests will be Agriculture and Farmers […]

Inauguration of New Tractor in the University Pantnagar

24 November 2024 | To strengthen the activities of the farm at the Beni workshop of the University Farm, two tractors of 63 horsepower John Deere 5405, which are four wheel drive, were inaugurated by the Vice Chancellor of the University, Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan, by cutting the ribbon. On this occasion, the Vice Chancellor […]

ICAR-CIBA Achieved a Milestone in Mud Crab Aquaculture – CIBA Demonstrated the Farming of Hatchery Produced Seed Crabs to the Marketable Size in Earthen Pond

Mud crabs (Scylla serrata) have been high valued delicacy in the seafood markets. Mud crab aquaculture program of ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture reached a milestone in crab farming in earthen ponds with a harvest from hatchery reared mud crab instars (~2 g) to marketable size crabs (above 500 g) within 165 days. A production […]

ICAR-CIBA Conducted Hands-on Training Programme on “Improved Technologies for Breeding, Seed Production and Farming of Candidate Brackishwater Finfishes”

ICAR-CIBA conducted five days hands on training on “Improved Technologies for Breeding, Seed Production and Farming of Candidate Brackishwater Finfishes” during 9th -13th September, 2024. A total of 12 participants representing progressive farmers, aquaculture consultants, entrepreneurs, academicians, Govt. officials and students from Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Goa, Andaman and Lakshadweep Islands attended the training.  The […]

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur Organizes Field Day on Soybean Cultivation

To give emphasis to the farmers regarding the successful cultivation of soybean and to promote it through agricultural exhibitions, a Field Day on soybean cultivation was organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bahowal, Hoshiarpur, the district level extension institution of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, on 8-11-2024 at village Punj. On this occasion, Dr. Maninder Singh Bance, […]

Taking Bold Strides Towards Empowering Budding Agripreneur, Team National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations-Technology Business Incubator (NIDHI-TBI)at School of Business Studies (SBS)

Taking bold strides towards empowering budding agripreneur, team National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations-Technology Business Incubator (NIDHI-TBI)at School of Business Studies (SBS),Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is set to host an innovative agri Startup workshop under the leadership of Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Worthy Vice Chancellor, PAU on November 13, 2024. This landmark event promises […]

State-of-the-art ‘Environment Controlled Water Recirculatory Facility for Fish Broodstock Maturation’ Established under the NICRA Programme was Inaugurated at ICAR-CIBA

Dr. S.K.Chaudhari, Deputy Director General (NRM) and Dr. Joykrushna Jena, Deputy Director General (Fisheries Science), ICAR virtually inaugurated the “State-of-the-art ’Environment-controlled water recirculatory facility for fish broodstock maturation” facility developed at the Muttukadu Experimental Station of ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture, Chennai in the presence of Dr. V.K. Singh, Director, ICAR-CRIDA, Dr. Kuldeep K. Lal, […]

PAU-Regional Research Centre, Kapurthala Organized a Training Camp for Farmers on “New Technologies for Higher Sugarcane Productivity”

Regional Research Centre, Kapurthala in collaboration with S. Arvinder Pal Singh Kairon, GM, Cooperative Sugar Mill Morinda organized a training camp for farmers on “New Technologies for Higher Sugarcane Productivity” under SCSP on 11th November at Village Ranwan, Tehsil Khumano, District Fatehgarh Sahib. On this occasion, Dr. Rajinder Kumar (Entomologist) gave information about sugarcane pests […]

PAU Alumni wins National Best M.Sc. Thesis Award for research in Watermelon Genetics

Mr Kamalpreet Singh, a former M.Sc. Horticulture (Vegetable Science) student from Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) was recently honoured with the prestigious “Shri Jay Lal Singh Solanki Memorial Award for All India Best M.Sc. Thesis” by the Association of Plant Science Researchers (APSR), Dehradun. The award was presented at the National Conference on “Agriculture, Applied and […]

PAU-KVK Moga Organizes Five-Day Training on Crop Residue Management in Village Daulatpura

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) at Budh Singh Wala, Moga, organized an intensive five-day training programme on crop residue management in the adopted village of Daulatpura from November 4 to 8, 2024. This training, held under the project “Promotion of Agricultural Mechanization for In-Situ Management of Crop Residue in Punjab-Moga,” was sanctioned by […]

PAU Hosts National Conference on Crop Diversification and Climate Change;Crop Diversification is the Paradigm for Sustainable Agriculture in the Present Milieu: Experts

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) hosted a National Conference on  9.11.2024 Crop Diversification and Climate Change, organized by Village Nama, a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO); and Rural Voice; in association with the Government of Punjab, here today. The Conference was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Shri V.K. Singh, Special Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister of Punjab. […]

PAU- Farm Advisory Service Center Sangrur Organized an Awareness Program about Crop Residue Management and Various Fertilizers other than DAP Fertilizer for Phosphorus Content at Village Phagguwala.

Under the leadership of Director Extension Education, PAU Ludhiana, Farm Advisory Service Center Sangrur organized a village level camp at village Phagguwala on  8.11.2024 management of various fertilizers containing phosphorus and crop residues in the fields. More than 25 farmers participated in the camp. Apart from DAP fertilizer, various alternatives for phosphorus such as Single […]

PAU VC Releases Honey Brochure for Sustainable Beekeeping

The Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Dr Satbir Singh Gosal released a new honey brochure, aimed at educating the farmers, entrepreneurs, and the consumers about the benefits of various types of honey. This brochure not only provided a valuable insight into honey marketing but also showcased success stories of local beekeepers who had transformed […]

Training on Goat Farming was Organized at PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kezdar, Gurdaspur.

A 5-day training program on 8.11.2024 goat farming was organized by Krishi Vigyan Kezdar, Gurdaspur, Punjab Agricultural University. In which 57 trainees from district Gurdaspur participated and received training. In this training program, Dr. Ankush Paroch, Assistant Professor (Animal Science) gave detailed practical information to the trainees regarding goat maintenance, feeding, goat breeds and disease […]

PAU-RRS Faridkot Conducts Training on Dragon Fruit Cultivation to Boost Crop Diversification and Water Conservation

The Punjab Agricultural University’s (PAU) Regional Research Station in Faridkot organized a comprehensive training programme on dragon fruit cultivation as part of the NABARD-sponsored project, “Popularization of Dragon Fruit Cultivation in District Faridkot: A Step Towards Crop Diversification and Water Conservation.” The event attracted prominent dignitaries and selected farmers, focusing on establishing dragon fruit as […]

KRC of CIBA Organized Farmers’ Scientists Interaction Meet on Sustainable Shrimp Farming

A farmers-scientists interaction meet on Sustainable Shrimp Farming was organized at the Kakdwip Research Centre of ICAR-CIBA on November 5th, 2024, with active participation of 31 farmers from the Patharpratima block of South 24 Parganas. The event was sponsored by the M/s. Sundeep Packaging Industry, Kolkata, which has signed MoU for CHINGUDI PLUS feed technology of ICAR-CIBA. […]

PAU-KVK Gurdaspur Organizes Block Level Awareness Camp on Paddy Residue Management in Village Mastkot

As part of its ongoing crop residue management initiatives, Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Gurdaspur, organized a block-level awareness camp at Village Masatkot, Block Kalanaur, on November 7, 2024. The camp aimed to equip farmers with sustainable paddy residue management practices and discourage the harmful practice of crop residue burning. Dr. Satwinderjit Kaur, […]

PAU’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra Patiala Sensitizes College Students not to Burn Stubble

An awareness seminar to prevent stubble burning was organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, at Government Ripudaman College, Nabha on November 7, 2024. On this occasion, speech and poetry writing competitions were organized for students on non-burning of stubble. The main speaker of the seminar, Dr. Hardeep Singh Sabhikhi, Deputy Director […]

The Picture of the Seashores is Sad, the Picture of Punjab is Bright: PAU Officials for Young Farmers and Rural Women

The three-month training course on “Integrated Crop Production” culminated successfully at the Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education. In total, 48 young farmers attended the course, which provided an all-round package of the agricultural practices with emphasis on traditional and new crops as well as subsidiary […]

PAU-FASK Sangrur Organized an Awareness Program about the DAP by-Elections and Encouraged Wheat Collection at Village Bharo, Sangrur.

Under the aegis of Director of Extension Education, PAU Ludhiana, FASC Sangrur organized village level camp on substitute for DAP and encouragement of wheat consortium at Village Bharo. More than 25 farmers participated in the camp. Technical deliberation on the different substitute of DAP fertilizer like single super phosphate (SSP), triple super phosphate (TSP), NPK […]

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Organized a Camp on Paddy Straw Management at Government Senior Secondary Smart School, Langroa.

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar organized an awareness camp for the students of Government Senior Secondary Smart School, Langroa on November 7, 2024 under the campaign on paddy stubble management. During this camp, Dr. Pradeep Kumar, Deputy Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar also explained in detail about the damage […]

PAU Scientists from Across Punjab get Training on Dragon Fruit Cultivation

The Department of Fruit Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a one-day training programme on “Dragon Fruit Cultivation” in Punjab for the scientists of PAU. In this training programme, 22 scientists from Krishi Vigyan Kendras, Farm Advisory Service Centres and Research Stations participated. The trainings were being conducted for the farmers and extension scientists for […]

PAU – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Amritsar Organizes Vocational Training Course on “Pig Farming”

A 7-day vocational training course on “Pig Rearing” was organized at KVK, Amritsar from 21.10.2024 to 29.10.2024 in collaboration with Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-Attari, Zone-1, Ludhiana, in which 30 farmer veterans and rural youth from Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Gurdaspur and Jalandhar districts participated. This training course was conducted under the able guidance of Dr. […]

Pau Bags Receives Patent on Gluten-Free Whole Grain Flour Composition and Food Products

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has been granted a patent on “Gluten free whole grain flour composition and food products”. The invention provides gluten free whole grain flour composition and products based on it, particularly gluten free whole grain flat bread. The scientists involved in this research are Dr Amarjeet Kaur, Principal Food Technologist (retd.); […]

55 Farmers Attended Pau Kisan Club Camp, Got Tips for Low Tunnel Vegetable Cultivation

“Practice low tunnel vegetable cultivation, a vital recommendation for off season cultivation of vegetables during the winter season,” advised Dr Ruma Devi, vegetable science expert, to the farmers at the monthly training camp of PAU Kisan Club. As many as 55 farmer members attended the camp which was held under the leadership of Dr TS […]

Quarterly Course on Agriculture for Youth at PAU Successfully Completed

PAU’s Skill Development Center under the able guidance of Dr. Makhan Singh Bhullar, Director Extension Education, concluded the “Quarterly Skill Development Training Course on Comprehensive Agriculture for Young Farmers Batch-131” for the farmers and farmer women of Punjab. 48 trainees participated in this quarterly training course, out of which 23 trainees successfully completed the course. […]

PAU-FASC Sangrur Organizes Awareness Camp on Management of Sulphur Deficiency in Gobhi Sarson

The Farm Advisory Service Center (FASC) of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in Sangrur organized an awareness camp and demonstration on managing sulfur deficiency in gobhi sarson using bentonite sulfur at Bhaini Ganduan village. Over 30 farmers participated in the event, where experts provided technical insights into the importance of sulfur for the growth of oilseed […]

Training on Electrospinning for Nanofibre Production

About the Institute ICAR-CIRCOT, established in 1924 in Matunga, Mumbai, has been continuously serving the nation for the past 100 years. The year 2024 marks our centenary celebration. The institute functions under the Division of Agricultural Engineering within the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, which is part of the Department of Agricultural Research and Education, […]

Walkathon was Organized on Udyanoday-2 Incubation Programme by ICAR-CISH, Lucknow in Association with Lucknow University

A walkathon was organized on 8th November, 2024 by Hort-Ind Agri-Business Incubation Centre (Hort-Ind ABIC), ICAR-CISH, Lucknow at Botany Department, Lucknow University. The event was organized for the promotion and launch of Udyanoday-2 incubation programme by the Hort-Ind ABIC of ICAR-CISH, Lucknow. Dr. Ravi S.C. Scientist and Co-PI, Hort-Ind ABIC, ICAR-CISH briefed about the incubation […]

Walkathon was Hosted in Integral University for Udyanoday-2 Incubation Programme

A walkathon for Udyanoday-2 incubation programme was organized by the Hort-Ind Agri-Business Incubation Centre (Hort-Ind ABIC), ICAR-CISH, Lucknow on 8th November, 2024 at Integral University. Dr. Ravi S.C Scientist and Co-PI, ABIC, ICAR-CISH introduced the programme Udyanoday-2 and delivered a talk on Role and Importance of Startups in Horticulture. He sensitized students for entrepreneurship and […]

3rd International Conference on “Climate-Smart Nutri-Sensitive Integrated Farming System for Gender-equitable Sustainable Agriculture: Prospects and Challenges (ICNSFS-2024)” held at ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture

The 3rd International Conference on ‘Climate-Smart Nutri-Sensitive Integrated Farming System for Gender-equitable Sustainable Agriculture: Prospects and Challenges (ICNSFS-2024)’ was inaugurated on 06 November 2024 by Dr. R. C. Agrawal, Hon’ble Dy. Director General, (Agriculture Education), Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi as Chief Guest at ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar. Dr. R. […]

Capacity Building Programme for Women Entrepreneurship through Custom Hiring Centre

The ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar organized a three-day Capacity Building Programme on Women Entrepreneurship through Custom Hiring Centre during 7-9 August 2024 at Antara/Bishnupur of Khaira Block of Balasore District under Scheduled Caste Sub Plan Programme. The training was aimed at motivating, mobilizing and development of women farmers to become successful entrepreneurs […]

ICAR-CIWA Organizes Capacity Building Programme on Fish Processing and Value Addition

ICAR- Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar organized a three-day Capacity Building Programme on Fish processing and Value Addition from 25-27 July 2024 at ICAR-CIWA, Bhubaneswar under Scheduled Caste Sub Plan. The programme was attended by fifteen SC women farmers from Kirtaniajalpahi Village, Bhograi Block, Balasore District. The farmers were extensively trained on the […]

ICAR-CIWA licensed the Technology of Gender Friendly Rotary Goat Feeding System to ‘Manikstu Agro Pvt. Ltd’, Kalahandi, Odisha & Maheera FPC Ltd., Balipatna, Odisha

Feeding contributes 60-70% of cost of production in goat farming. Keeping in view the feed deficiency (about 50%), wastage of feed and fodder during feeding of goats, chance of contamination of feed materials, drudgery and injuries, faced by farm women in goat feeding/rearing, a gender friendly ‘Rotary Goat Feeding System’ is designed and developed at […]

3rd International Conference on “Climate-Smart Nutri-Sensitive Integrated Farming System for Gender-equitable Sustainable Agriculture: Prospects and Challenges (ICNSFS-2024)” held at ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture

The 3rd International Conference on ‘Climate-Smart Nutri-Sensitive Integrated Farming System for Gender-equitable Sustainable Agriculture: Prospects and Challenges (ICNSFS-2024)’ was inaugurated on 06 November 2024 by Dr. R. C. Agrawal, Hon’ble Dy. Director General, (Agriculture Education), Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi as Chief Guest at ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar. Dr. R. […]

Outreach/Awareness Program on “Introduction to Ornamental Fish keeping”

The FWFF, Balabhadrapuram, held a painting contest and an outreach and awareness workshop on “Introduction to Ornamental Fish Keeping” for local schoolchildren from Balabhadrapuram and Bikkavolu villages in the Eastern Godavri District in honour of Children’s Day. About 400 kids and 20–25 instructors from Balabhadrapuram and M.P.P.R. School in Bikkavolu enthusiastically participated in the event, […]

World Fisheries Day Celebrated at ICAR-CIFT

The ICAR- CIFT, Kochi celebrated World Fisheries Day today with a special “Students Interaction cum Brainstorming Programme” organized for students from the Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS). The event aimed to inspire the next generation of fisheries professionals and foster discussions on sustainable fishing practices. Smt. Chinnama Joseph, an accomplished fisherwoman and […]

Capacity Building Programme for Women Entrepreneurship through Custom Hiring Centre

The ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar organized a three-day Capacity Building Programme on Women Entrepreneurship through Custom Hiring Centre during 7-9 August 2024 at Antara/Bishnupur of Khaira Block of Balasore District under Scheduled Caste Sub Plan Programme. The training was aimed at motivating, mobilizing and development of women farmers to become successful entrepreneurs […]

ICAR CIFT Observed World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week

ICAR- CIFT hosted World Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2024 (WAAW 2024) under theme “Educate. Advocate. Act now.” from November 18–23, 2023, in Cochin. A series of events were organized to spread awareness about the silent pandemic of AMR and promote preventive measures among students. ICAR-CIFT in collaboration with Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS) […]

Rice Field Day organized by ICAR-RCER, Patna at Nawada, Bihar under DST-SEED Project

ICAR RCER, Patna organized Rice Field Day Program for the farmers in Pandey Bigha village of Meskaur and Janhaul village of Sirdala in Nawada district of Bihar on 29th October, 2024. The program was conducted under the DST-SEED funded project entitled “Sustainable Improvement in Livelihood of Scheduled Caste Community in Meskaur and Sirdala Blocks of […]

Training Programme on ‘Value Addition of Flower Crops for Women Self-Help Groups’ at ICAR-IIHR KVK, Hirehalli

ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, Bengaluru, in collaboration with Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) organized one day training program on “Value addition of flower crops for women self-help groups” on 7th November, 2024 at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hirehalli. The training aimed to provide hands-on guidance to women entrepreneurs and self-help groups on flower crop value […]

Training Programme on “Improved Vegetable Production Technologies, Kitchen garden and canopy management in fruit crops” organized by ICAR-IIHR for Tribal Farmers of Trichy dist in Tamil Nadu

The ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR) Bengaluru organized off- campus training program on “Improved vegetable production technologies, Kitchen garden  and Canopy management in fruit crops” followed by  inputs distribution to the selected  tribal beneficiaries of Pachamalai Hills of Trichy district of Tamil Nadu consisting of Vannadu and Kombai  panchayats. This program was organized under Ainthinai Mission sposored […]

Central Horticultural Experiment Station participated in exhibition during the “International Symposium on Shree Anna & Forgotten Foods(ISSFF-2024)”

Central Horticultural Experiment Station, ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, Bhubaneswar participated in an exhibition arranged in connection with “International Symposium on Shree Anna & Forgotten Foods” on 10th and 11th November 2024 organized by Dept. of Agriculture and Farmers Empowerment, Govt. of Odisha at Convention Centre, Lokseva Bhawan, Bhubaneswar. In the exhibition, various kinds of underutilized leafy […]

Brainstorming on Underutilized Wild Fruits and Vegetable Crops for Economic and Nutritional Security: Policy Perspectives

The National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS) organized a Brainstorming Session on “Underutilized Wild Fruits & Vegetables for Nutritional and Health Security: Policy Perspectives” on 14th November, 2024 at NASC Complex, New Delhi, under the Chairmanship of Dr W. S. Lakra, Secretary, NAAS. The session was convened by Dr T. K. Behera, Director, ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru […]

Training Programme on “Scientific Honey Bee Keeping and Apiary Management” Organized at CHES (ICAR-IIHR), Chettalli

Central Horticultural Experiment Station (ICAR-IIHR), Chettalli organized three day Training Programme on “Scientific Honey Bee Keeping and Apiary Management” as part of RKVY project from 12th to 14th November, 2024. The main aim is to improve the bee keeping skill of farmers in a scientific way to increase the productivity of crops through pollination support and production […]

Poultry Training Program Organized in Village Bara

A poultry training and poultry distribution program was organized in village Bara today under the All India Coordinated Livestock Research Project – Fridgewal funded by Central Cattle Research Institute (CBIRI), Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi), Meerut. This program was inaugurated by Dr. C.V. Singh, Professor, Animal Breeding Department and subject expert. The subject […]

Take Care of Honeybees in Changing Weather: PAU Advises Beekeepers

Amidst changing season with nights becoming colder and days pleasant, the entomologists of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) have advised the beekeepers to take special care of honey bees. As many as 22 beekeepers attended the monthly training camp of Progressive Beekeepers’ Association (PBKA), held under the guidance of Dr TS Riar, Additional Director Communication, and […]

P. A. U. – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur Organized a Demonstration of Wheat Sowing with Happy Seeder for Stubble Management at Longowal.

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kheri, Sangrur, under the guidance of Director Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana and Director, ICAR – Attari, Zone 1, wheat sowing was done in village Longowal using Happy Seeder technology while maintaining the stubble in the field. Giving more information in this regard, Dr. Mandeep Singh, Associate Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan […]

PAU-KVK Langroya Organizes Village-Level Camp on Crop Residue Management in Dhingarpur

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Langroya, SBS Nagar, in association with the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, and ICAR-ATARI Zone-1, Ludhiana, conducted a village-level camp on crop residue management at Dhingarpur village. The camp aimed to educate farmers on in-situ crop residue management technologies. Dr. Pardeep Kumar, Deputy Director (Training) at KVK Langroya, emphasized the harmful […]

PAU – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur Organized District Level Camps to Provide Stubble to the Farmers. Made Aware about Management; Honored the Forward-Looking Farmers who Manage the Stubble in the Fields – Dr. mandep sadhu

A district level awareness camp was organized by the Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agricultural University, Sangrur under the guidance of Director Extension Education, PAU Ludhiana and Director, ICAR-Attari Zone 1, Ludhiana and under the able guidance of Dr. Mandeep Singh, Associate Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur under the In-Situ Stubble Management Project (2024-25). […]

PAU’s Museum Reflects the Rural Culture of Punjab – all Students

Punjab Agricultural University is continuously trying to connect the youth with their roots by organizing educational tours for students of educational institutions located in Punjab and other parts of India. As part of the initiative and directives of the Punjab Government, 35 students of Government High School, Nahiyanwala (Bathinda) visited PAU to see the magnificent […]

Block Level set up by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala to take Care of the Weeds of Crops Awareness Camp

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Punjab Agricultural University, Patiala By Director Extension Education, Punjab Stubble management under the guidelines of Agricultural University, Ludhiana and ICAR-Attari Zone-1. Under Project 2024-25, proper management of millet stubble at village Chalela (Bhadson) of block Nabha and Block level farmer awareness camp was organized regarding the cultivation of sugarcane crops. In which […]

PAU-FASC Sangrur Hosts Awareness Camps on Crop Residue Management and Bio-Fertilizer Use

Under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Ludhiana, the Farm Advisory Service Center (FASC), Sangrur, conducted a one-day awareness camp on November 4, 2024, at Ramnagar Chhana village in Sherpur block. The camp focused on paddy residue management and the benefits of bio-fertilizers. Dr Ashok Kumar, District Extension Specialist […]

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Bihar Agricultural University Sabour, Dr. D.R.Singh met Dr. Prem Kumar, Environment Forest & Climate Change

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Bihar Agricultural University Sabour, Dr. D.R.Singh met Dr. Prem Kumar, Environment Forest & Climate Change on 19.11.2024. The Hon’ble Minister was pleased to know about the teaching, research, extension and training activities of the University. He showed keen interest in starting academic activities in Forestry College, Munger as soon as possible and […]

ICAR-NBFGR Launches Conservation and Livelihood Initiatives in Karnataka & West Bengal, Focusing on Ranching Critically Endangered Fish of Cauvery River

4th November 2024, Bengaluru As part of a conservation effort, the ranching of young Hemibagrus punctatus, locally known as Kettalu menu, a critically endangered and endemic fish species, was carried out today at the Sivanasamudra Fish Sanctuary in the Cauvery River. This initiative was a collaboration between the Wildlife Association of South India (WASI), Bangalore, […]

Shri George Kurian Launches ‘Blue Pearl,’ a New Fish Farmer Producer Company in Kodungallur

1st November 2024, Kodungallur In a significant step towards advancing livelihoods and incomes in the fisheries sector, Shri George Kurian, Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, Dairying, and Minority Affairs inaugurated the Blue Pearl Fish Farmer Producer Company (FFPO), at the Municipal Town Hall in Kodungallur today. The initiative, supported by NABARD and […]

Farmers-Scientist Interaction Meet-Cum-Input Distribution Under the DAPSC & DAPST Scheme Organised

28th October 2024, Bengaluru ICAR-National Institute of Animal Nutrition and Physiology in Bengaluru organised a farmers-scientist interaction meeting today focused on scientific feeding for dairy farmers. The programme aimed to educate farmers on improving hygiene, increasing milk production, and preventing reproductive issues in dairy cows. Dr G.T. Ramaiah, Deputy Director, Department of Animal Husbandry, Kolar, […]

ICAR-NRCC Develops “KaMastiTest” for Early Detection of Mastitis in Camel

30 October, 2024, Bikaner The ICAR-National Research Centre on Camel, Bikaner has developed a diagnostic test called “KaMastiTest” for early detection of sub-clinical and clinical mastitis in camels. Like other dairy animals, mastitis in female camels also causes huge economic losses due to reduced milk quality and production. Dr. R.K. Sawal, Director, NRCC informed that […]

Distribution of High-Quality Foundation Seeds of wheat at Raipur Block under the Farmers First Project Organized

29th October 2024, Dehradun ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation distributed high-quality foundation seeds of wheat varieties suitable for both irrigated and rainfed conditions in Uttarakhand at Raipur Block of Dehradun under the Farmers First project of ICAR, executed at ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun today. Seed distribution and buy-back arrangements were formalized through a suitable MoU […]

E-Agroadvisory to Empower Farmers in post-DANA Cyclone recovery in West Bengal and Odisha

28th October 2024, Narendrapur and Kendrapara In a united endeavor to uplift farmers impacted by Cyclone DANA in West Bengal and Odisha, the ICAR-Sasya Shyamala Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Narendrapur (West Bengal), and the ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kendrapara (Odisha), in collaboration with the Reliance Foundation and ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Kolkata, organised two separate farmers’ […]

Awareness Programme Organised on the Occasion of Ganga Utsav 2024 for Conservation and Culture

4th November 2024, Malda ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra-Malda, under the ICAR-Central Institute for Subtropical Horticulture in collaboration with ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Kolkata, organised an awareness camp in Chandandighi village in Gazole block to celebrate Ganga Utsav 2024, focusing on the conservation and cultural significance of the rivers in hybrid mode today. Organized in the […]

Convergence Platform Meeting for Wheat Sowing Organised under CSISA-KVK Network Project

5th November 2024, Kanpur A convergence platform meeting for Rabi (Wheat) Sowing was organized at ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone-III, Kanpur, in hybrid mode today under the aegis of the Cereal Systems Initiative for South Asia-Krishi Vigyan Kendra Network project. The meeting aimed to share the experiences of best management practices adopted for wheat […]

ICAR-Sugarcane Breeding Institute Celebrates its 113th Foundation Day

25th October 2024, Coimbatore ICAR-Sugarcane Breeding Institute celebrated its 113th Foundation Day today. Dr R. Viswanathan, Director, ICAR-Indian Institute of Sugarcane Research, Lucknow, and Dr V. Venkatasubramanian, Director, ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute Zone-11, Bengaluru, served as the guests of honor during the programme. Dr P. Govindaraj, Director, ICAR-Sugarcane Breeding Institute, emphasized the significant contributions […]

National Dialogue on Paddy Straw Management

26th October 2024, Ludhiana ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Ludhiana in collaboration with ICAR-Central Soil Salinity Research Institute, Karnal organized a National Dialogue on Paddy Straw Management towards achieving mission zero burning today. Dr Himanshu Pathak, Secretary (DARE) and Director General (ICAR) highlighted that paddy straw burning is a national issue requiring collaboration among farmers, […]

PAU-KVK Kapurthala Distributed Soil Health Cards to Promote Need Based Fertilizer use in Nasirpur Village

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Kapurthala, under the guidance of the Director of Extension Education, recently launched a technology saturation programme on soil test-based fertilizer application in its adopted village, Nasirpur. As part of this initiative, 50 farmers were distributed soil health cards to help them optimize fertilizer use based on their […]

Brainstorming Session on Enhancing Feed Quality and Sustainability for Improved Small Ruminant Productivity in a Changing Climate

9th October 2024, Avikanagar ICAR-Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute organised a brainstorming session on strategies to enhance feed quality and Implement sustainable solutions to address the nutritional challenges and boost small ruminant productivity in a changing climate today. The session aimed to evaluate the constraints of small ruminant nutrition and plan strategies through research […]

Shri Bhagirath Choudhary Visits ICAR-NRC on Pig, Rani, Guwahati, Assam

24th October 2024, Assam Shri Bhagirath Choudhary, Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, visited ICAR-National Research Centre on Pig, Rani, Guwahati, Assam today. Dr V.K. Gupta, Director, ICAR-NRC on Pig, emphasized the role of agriculture and women empowerment in the realization of Viksit Bharat. He urged the scientists to work towards increasing […]

ICAR-CIBA has Developed a Super-Intensive Precision Shrimp Farming Technology (SIPS) Integrating its Cutting-Edge Technologies and Multidisciplinary Approach

ICAR-CIBA has developed a Super-Intensive Precision Shrimp Farming Technology (SIPS) integrating its cutting-edge technologies and multidisciplinary approach. It is a HDPE lined circular tanks based production system with a central nursery and state of the art energy dispensation modes with an integrated waste water management system. Farmers can plan their crop cycle in-tune with market […]

An Awareness Camp was Organized in the Adopted Village by PAU- Farm Advisory Service Center Sangrur Regarding Crop Residue Management and Soil Test Based Fertilizer use.

A one-day awareness camp on non-burning of paddy stubble was organized by Farm Advisory Service Center Sangrur under the leadership of Director Extension Education of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Ludhiana at Ramnagar Chhanna, adopted village of Block Sherpur on October 10, 2024. More than 30 farmers participated in the camp. Dr. Ashok Kumar, District Extension […]

Shri. George Kurian, Union Minister of State, Launches ‘Blue Pearl,’ a New Fish Farmer Producer Company in Kodungallur

Kodungallur, In a significant step towards advancing livelihoods and incomes in the fisheries sector, Shri George Kurian, Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, Dairying, and Minority Affairs inaugurated the ‘Blue Pearl’ Fish Farmer Producer Company (FFPO), at the Municipal Town Hall in Kodungallur today. This new initiative, for which ICAR-CIFT is the partner Institute […]

ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, Sreekariyam Observed the Vigilance Awareness Week 2024

ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, Sreekariyam observed the Vigilance Awareness Week 2024 during 28 October to 03 November 2024 with the focal theme Culture of Integrity for Nations Prosperity. The programme was launched on 28th October with the Integrity Pledge Taking Ceremony. Various competitions viz., elocution, essay writing in Malayalam/English/Hindi and poster competitions were held […]

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Organized an Awareness Campaign on Paddy Stubble Management at Government High Smart School, Alachaur.

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Langroa, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar organized an awareness camp for the students of Government High Smart School, Alachaur on November 4, 2024 as part of its campaign on paddy straw management. During this camp, Dr. Pradeep Kumar, Deputy Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Langroa, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar shed light on the […]

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur Organized an Awareness Camp on Stubble Management at Kamalpur; – Stubble Management in the Field is Essential to Increase Soil Health

A farmer awareness camp was organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agricultural University, Sangrur under the guidelines of Director Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana and ICAR-Attari Zone-1 under Stubble Management Project 2024-25 at village Kamalpur of Block Sunam on proper management of paddy stubble and cultivation of rabi crops. In which more than […]

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra Mansa Organized a Block Level Camp on Crop Residue Management

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Mansa organized a block level camp at village Khatriwala regarding proper management of paddy stubble. At the beginning of the camp, Dr. Gurdeep Singh, Deputy Director, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Mansa, during his speech, appealed to the farmers to take maximum advantage of the facilities available at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra. He shared […]

Former Union Minister Inaugurates Training Programme at the College of Fisheries, Tripura

22nd – 24th October 2024, Tripura A 3-day training programme on optimizing fish production in small ponds: best management practices” is being organized at the College of Fisheries, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), Lembucherra, Tripura, in collaboration with ICAR-Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research, Bhimtal from 22nd – 24th October 2024. The Chief Guest, Ms Pratima Bhowmik, […]

State-of-the-art Environment-Controlled Water Recirculatory Facility for Fish Broodstock Maturation under NICRA Programme Inaugurated

21st October 2024, Chennai Dr S.K. Chaudhari, Deputy Director General (NRM), and Dr Joykrushna Jena, Deputy Director General (Fisheries Science), ICAR virtually inaugurated the state-of-the-art environment-controlled water recirculatory facility for fish Broodstock maturation facility developed at the Muttukadu Experimental Station, ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture, Chennai. Dr Chaudhari lauded the efforts of ICAR-CIBA and urged […]

ICAR-CIFT Designated as Centre of Excellence in Food Authenticity

22nd October 2024, Kochi ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technology has been declared a Centre of Excellence in Food Authenticity during a national workshop on Food Authenticity and Traceability using Omics Techniques, organized at the institute today under the ICAR- National Agricultural Science Fund, Foodomics Project in collaboration with Waters India Pvt. Ltd. The recognition marks […]

National Conference on Managing Agro-Biodiversity in North Eastern India Inaugurated

23rd October 2024, Umiam A 3-day National Conference on Managing Agro-Biodiversity in North Eastern India (NCMAN-2024) was inaugurated today at ICAR-Research Complex for NEH Region, Umiam. The Chief Guest Shri C. H. Vijayashankar, Hon’ble Governor of Meghalaya, emphasized the importance of involving progressive farmers in agricultural initiatives. He expressed concern over youth moving away from […]

Visionary Agro-Eco Tourism Farmer of Goa Honored with Dr M. S. Swaminathan Chair for Excellence in Precision Farming Award

16th October 2024, Goa Shri Chinmay Tanshikar, a visionary farmer from Goa, was presented with the ‘Dr. M. S. Swaminathan Chair for Excellence in Precision Farming Award-2024’ today by MIT-Art, Design and Technology University in Pune. This award honors his outstanding contributions to sustainable agriculture and agro-ecotourism. As the founder of Tanshikar’s Working Spice Farm […]

Kerala Industries Minister Launches Market Debut of ICAR-CMFRI’s Seaweed-Based Product for Liver Health

21st October 2024, Kochi Shri P. Rajeeve, Minister for Industries, Law and Coir, Govt of Kerala, launched the market debut of ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute’s (CMFRI) seaweed-based nutraceutical product for liver health today. The product, named GreenRex™, is the commercial brand of ICAR-CMFRI technology, which is produced and marketed by Emineotech Private Limited. A […]

Farmers-Scientists Interactive Meet and Malpura Ram Distribution to the Registered Farmers of the Malpura Sheep Project Organised

9th October 2024, Avikanagar ICAR-Central Sheep & Wool Research Institute organised a farmers-scientists interactive meet as well as distribution of elite Malpura rams to the registered farmers of the Malpura sheep project under Network Project on Sheep Improvement (NWPSI) at ICAR-CSWRI, today. Dr Raghavendra Bhatta, Deputy Director General (Animal Science) ICAR, interacted with the farmers, […]

World Egg Day 2024 Celebrated

11th October 2024, Hyderabad ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research celebrated World Egg Day 2024 today under the theme “United by Eggs.” The event emphasized how eggs unite people worldwide through their importance in nutrition, sustainability, and cultural significance. The Chief Guest, Dr Balaswamy, a renowned promoter of eggs, emphasized the value of eggs as a superfood, […]

Farmers-Scientists Interaction and Free Sirohi Goat Distribution Organised

9th October 2024, Avikanagar ICAR-Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute organised a farmers-scientists interaction and free distribution of Sirohi goats here today. The event benefited five below-poverty-line farmers from the scheduled caste community from Village Chandsen, Malpura, who received a total of 10 genetically improved Sirohi hogget females (two per farmer) under the scheduled caste […]

ICAR-DCFR Organizes Training on “Livelihood Generation through Value-Added Fisheries and Fishery Products”

18 October, 2024, Nainital A five-day (14 to 18 October) training program on ‘Livelihood Generation through Value-Added Fisheries and Fisheries Products’ was organized under Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan at Experimental Fisheries Project, Chhidapani of ICAR-Directorate of Cold Water Fisheries Research, Nainital, Uttarakhand. 30 trainees from Scheduled Castes from Champawat and Pithoragarh districts were included in this […]

Launch Workshop on Network Project on Animal Genetic Resources of Himachal Pradesh Organised

18th October 2024, Himachal Pradesh ICAR-Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute, North Temperate Regional Station (NTRS), Garsa, Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, organized a launch workshop on the Network Project on Animal Genetic Resources of Himachal Pradesh today. The workshop was chaired by Dr. Raghvendra Bhatta, Deputy Director General (Animal Sciences), ICAR.  Dr Bhatta highlighted the importance […]

ICAR Institutes Celebrates World Food Day 2024

16th October 2024 World food day is celebrated every year to promote awareness about hunger worldwide and promote action for the future of food, people and the planet. ICAR Institutes pan India celebrated world food day 2024 on the theme “Right to Food for Better Life and Better Future”. ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur Dr […]

Innovative Approach to Utilization of Camel By-Products at ICAR-NRCC Bikaner

17 October, 2024, Bikaner Innovative efforts are being made by the ICAR-National Research Centre on Camel, Bikaner to use camel urine as a seed priming agent in various Kharif crops. So far, the initial results have been positive. This effort is being taken forward at the ICAR-NRCC under the research topic “Developing suitable food-fodder production […]

Biofortified Potato Variety Kufri Neelkanth Gaining Popularity among Tribal Farmers in Jharkhand

8th October 2024, Shimla ICAR-Central Potato Research Institute organized a training and frontline demonstration (FLD) programme for the tribal farmers of Jharkhand in collaboration with ICAR- Research Complex for Eastern Region, Ranchi, today. During the programme 150 quintals of breeder seeds of Kufri Neelkanth (99 qts.), Kufri Himalani (31 qts.) & Kufri Lalit (20 qts.) were distributed among the tribal farmers […]

One Day Training Programme Organized at ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research

16 October, 2024, Jabalpur A total of 245 people including 100 progressive farmers from Lalitpur district of Uttar Pradesh, 65 from Sant Kabir Nagar district and 80 from Damoh district of Madhya Pradesh and agricultural officers and input dealers visited the ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur today. The Institute provided detailed information and training on […]

National Workshop on Sustainable Rice Production Organized

16th October 2024, Hyderabad ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management, Hyderabad, organized a Brainstorming Workshop on ‘Sustainable Rice Production: Strategies and Policies’ on 16 October 2024. The Chief Guest Dr B. Venkateswarlu, Former Vice-Chancellor, Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Agricultural University, Parbhani, Maharashtra, emphasized the need for rationalization of rice areas and suggested focusing on improving the […]

ICAR-National Research Centre on Mithun, Nagaland Celebrates 37th Foundation Day

15th October 2024, Nagaland The ICAR-National Research Centre on Mithun, Nagaland, celebrated its 37th Foundation Day today with enthusiasm and participation from key dignitaries. Shri Gabriel D. Wangsu, Minister of Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary, Dairy Development, Fisheries, Food & Civil Supplies, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, graced the event as Chief Guest. Dr. Dheer Singh, Director, […]

ICAR and Central Ground Water Board Sign MoU for Effective Groundwater Management

15th October 2024, New Delhi The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and the Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today to collaborate on the sustainable utilization of groundwater resources in India. The MoU focuses on sharing expertise and resources, developing joint project proposals, and raising awareness about groundwater recharge […]

Training Programme and Input Distribution Organized at Odugathur Village, Vellore District of Tamil Nadu as part of TSP

The ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR) Bengaluru organized off campus training programme to the tribal farmers at forest Range Office of Odugathur Village, Vellore District of Tamil Nadu on 12th October, 2024. This programme was inaugurated by Honourable Director of ICAR-IIHR, Dr. T. K. Behera and explained about the importance of Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) for enhancing livelihood […]

ICAR-IIHR Bagged BEST STALL Award in State Level Mega Farmers Day Exhibition at TNAU, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

The ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR) Bangalore, Participated in Exhibition “State Level Mega Farmers Day 2024” during September 26-29, 2024 at TNAU, Coimbatore.  The programme was started with welcome address by Dr V. Geethalakshmi, Vice Chancellor of the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU), Coimbatore. The programme was inaugurated by Honourable Agriculture Minister  Shri.M.R.K. Panneerselvam, Minister for Housing and Urban Development  Shri.S. […]

Training Programme on “Kitchen Garden and Improved Vegetable Production Technologies” for The Tribal Farmers of Tamil Nadu under AINTHINAI MISSION

The ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR) Bengaluru organized off campus training program on Kitchen Garden  and Improved vegetable production technologies” and input  distribution (vegetables seed) to the selected  tribal beneficiaries of Karumandurai Hills of Salem district of Tamil Nadu consisting of Vadakunadu  and Therkunadu panchayat. This program was organized under AINTHINAI  Mission on October 7, 2024. Dr. D. […]

Field Day on Marigold Hybrid Arka Bhanu Organized in Tumkuru dist Karnataka

On 15th October 2024, the ICAR-KVK, Hirehalli and ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru combinedly organized the  Field Day on the Marigold Hybrid Variety Arka Bhanu in the field of Shri Lakshminarayan Reddy at Nilamannahalli, Pavagada Taluk, Tumakuru District. The event aimed to raise awareness about the benefits of cultivating the high-yielding Arka Bhanu variety among the local farming […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Palem Organized Training Programme Cum Input Distribution Programme

KVK, Palem organized training cum input distribution programme on CFLD-Groundnut on Groundnut crop on 28.10.2024 at KVK, Palem, Nagarkurnool dist during Rabi, 2024-25. The CFLD on Groundnut has been taken up in five clusters namely Vasanthapur (14 no), Parvathapur (18 no.), Khanapur (22 no.) and Yatmathapur (14 no.). Dr. T. Prabhakar Reddy, Programme Coordinator, KVK, […]

KVK, Palem Organized Training Programme on Functional and Management Aspects of Farmer Producer Organization (FPOs) for Directors & Farmers at KVK, Palem

KVK, Palem has organized training programme on functional and management aspects of Farmer Producer Organization (FPOs) for Directors & Farmers at KVK, Palem on 26.10.2024. In this programme Dr. T. Prabhakar Reddy, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Palem addressed on overview of FPOs in India, functional and management aspects of FPOs/FPCs or Farmers clubs from top level […]

ICAR Human Resource Management Training Soil, Plant and Water Analysis for Nutrient Recommendations in Horticultural Crops

Background Horticultural crops being of high value, requires high doses of fertilizers coupled with frequent irrigation to ensure proper crop growth, development, high productivity and quality produce. Nutrient requirements of both fruit and vegetable crops are unique comparative to field corps. Fruit crops are perennial in nature and explore a much larger soil volume. Vegetable […]

KVK, Palem Organised Training Programme on Sensitization of Kisan Sarathi Programme

KVK, Palem Organized Sensitization programme on Kisan Sarathi on 28.10.2024 at KVK, Palem. Dr. B. Rajashekar, SMS (Extension) KVK, Palem emphasized the need to acquire the need-based agriculture information from various sources especially which are cost effective and more reliable. And also briefed the importance of the program and gave a brief sketch of implementation […]

Capacity Building Program and Demonstration of ICAR-IIHR Technologies for Tribal Farmers at Coimbatore under TSP Primary tabs

The ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Institute (IIHR) Bangalore organized  off campus training programme on “ICAR-IIHR Technologies” at Coimbatore for the  tribal farmers of Coimbatore  districts of Tamil Nadu under TSP programme  on 14th September,2024. The programme was started with welcome address by Dr.Murugan, Director of Extension Education, TNAU, Coimbatore. The programme was inaugurated by Director Dr.T.K.Behara, ICAR- IIHR, […]

KVK, Palem Organized Vigilance Awareness Week, 2024 – Integrity Pledge at KVK, Palem

KVK, Palem Organized Vigilance Awareness Week, 2024 with the theme of “Culture of Integrity for Nations Prosperity”. Dr.T.Prabhakar Reddy, PC, KVK, Palem administered the “Integrity Pledge” to all the staff of the KVK and explained about the objective of observing Vigilance awareness week, narrated various activities to be performed in the vigilance awareness week. Also […]

Field Day Programme on HDPS Cotton under ICAR-CICR Special Project on Cotton – NFSM 2024 by KVK, Adilabad

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Adilabad organized Field day on “HDPS Cotton” under special project on Cotton, ICAR-CICR titled “Targeting technologies to agro-ecological zones-large scale demonstration of best practices to enhance cotton Productivity” under NFSM 2024 at Waghapur village of Mavala mandal of Adilabad district on 28-10-2024. The field day was conducted at the demo plot of […]

PJTAU Organized “Annual Rabi Oilseeds Group Meet for Safflower and Linseed 2024” on 28-29th October 2024 at Water Technology Centre, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad

The Annual Rabi Oilseeds Group Meet for Safflower and Linseed 2024 was jointly organized by the Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University (PJTAU) and the Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research (IIOR) at the Water Technology Center Auditorium on the 28th and 29th of October, 2024. The event saw participation from over 150 scientists hailing from various […]

Rythu Nestham Live Programme (Episode-30 dt 29.10.2024), on Precautions to be Taken During Harvesting of Cotton & Paddy Crops and Rabi Maize Cultivation

Rythu Nestam Live video conferencing 30th episode was conducted live from Electronic Wing Studio of PJTAU on 29-10-2024 from 10.00 AM – 11.30 AM. The program commenced with the explanation of Dr. R. Uma Reddy, Associate Director of Research (ADR), Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS),Warangal. He has emphasized on nursery management in paddy and precautions […]

ARS, Karimnagar Organized Training Programme on Best Management Practices in Rabi Maize Cultivation Practices and Input Distribution to the Farmers Under NFSM- FLDs

Agricultural Research Station, Karimnagar organized Training Programme on 29.10.2024  “Best management practices in Rabi maize and distribution of inputs to the farmers of Kasimpeta, Paruvella villages of Ganneruvaram mandal, Karimnagar District under NFSM-FLDs of AICRP on maize, ICAR-IIMR, Ludhiana. Dr.P.Madhukar Rao, Scientist (Agro.), AICRP on Maize addressed the gathering and briefed the main moto of […]

Agricultural College, Adilabad Organized Vigilance Awareness Week – Integrity Pledge

Agricultural College, Adilabad organized Vigilance Awareness Week, 2024 with the theme of “Culture of Integrity for Nations Prosperity”. Associate Dean, Dr. Sreedhar Chauhan, administered the “Integrity Pledge” to all the staff and students of the Agricultural College on 28.10.2024 and explained about the objective of observing Vigilance awareness week, created awareness on vigilance awareness week. […]

Vocational Training on Mushroom Cultivation and Processing Organized at PAU-KVK Sangrur

PAU- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Sangrur, under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, conducted a five-day vocational training course on “Mushroom Cultivation and Processing” from October 7 to 11, 2024. 35 farmers and farm women from various villages in Sangrur district participated in the course. Dr Mandeep Singh, Associate […]

Vocational Training on ‘Special Cookery’ Successfully Concluded at PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur

The Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, concluded its vocational training programme on ‘Special Cookery’ from October 7th to 14th, 2024. Designed to equip participants with creative culinary skills, especially for the festive season, the programme focused on blending traditional and modern cooking techniques. Inaugurating the event, Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director […]

21-Day Online Certificate Course on Organic Farming Concluded at PAU

A 21-day online certificate course on “Organic Farming and Certification,” organized by the School of Organic Farming of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) for the scientists of the Farm Advisory Service Centre, successfully concluded here. The training was held in collaboration with the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, in which approximately 55 participants took part. Hands-on […]

PAU Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Langaroa Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Organized Vocational Training Course on Preparation of Sweets for Festivals.

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Langroa Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar functioning under Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana and Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi from 7th to 11th October, 2024 Dr. Pradeep Kumar, Deputy Director (Training) under the guidance of K. Also A vocational training course was organized at K. 20 trainees participated in this training. Dr. Rajinder […]

Vocational Training on Homemade Sweets Concludes at PAU-KVK Fatehgarh Sahib

(KVK), Fatehgarh Sahib, successfully concluded a five-day training programme on the preparation of homemade sweets, held from October 7-11, 2024. Dr. Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training) at KVK, highlighted the importance of such training initiatives, emphasizing the role of skill-building in creating income-generating opportunities for farmers and making agriculture more profitable. The training equipped […]

41 Farmers and Rural Women Received Training in Beekeeping at PAU

A total of 41 farmers and rural women attended the “Advanced Beekeeping Training Course” at the Skill Development Centre of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), held under the guidance of Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education. Dr Rupinder Kaur, Associate Director (Skill Development), while providing the details, said, “Sharpening the skills and upgrading the apicultural […]

Training Course on Watering Techniques of Horticultural Crops Organized by PAU-Agriculture Centre, Hoshiarpur at Fruit Research Centre, Gangiyan

One Day Training Program on Drip Techniques in Horticultural Crops at Fruit Research Center, Gangiyan on October 10, 2024 by PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bahowal, Hoshiarpur in association with MS Randhawa Fruit Research Centre, Gangiyan was organized Dr. Karamveer Singh Garcha, Assistant Professor (Vegetable Science), Krishi Vigyan Kendra welcomed the students and informed them about the […]

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur Organized an Awareness Campaign on Paddy Straw Management at School of Eminence, Dasuha.

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bahowal, Hoshiarpur in collaboration with Farm Advisory Service Center, Gangian, Hoshiarpur organized an awareness camp on paddy straw management on October 10, 2024 at School of Eminence, Dasuha. At the beginning of the program, the principal Gurdayal Singh welcomed the visiting experts and appreciated the efforts of Krishi Vigyan Kendra for conducting […]

PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur Organised Five-Day Training on Paddy Residue Management for Farmers

The Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, organized a five-day training programme on paddy residue management from October 7 to 14, 2024. The training, held at village Thinda in block Mahilpur and at the KVK campus, aimed to educate farmers of the adopted village of Thinda on sustainable technologies for managing paddy residue. […]

PAU- Farm Advisory Service Center Sangrur Organized an Awareness Camp on Crop Waste Management and Use of Soil Test Based Fertilizers in the Adopted Village.

One day awareness camp about not burning paddy residue at village Ramnagar Chhanna of Block Sherpur adopted by Farm Adviser Service Center Sangrur under the leadership of Punjab Agriculture University (PAU) Ludhiana Director Pasar Shiksha ji. Installed on October 10, 2024. More than 30 farmers participated in the camp. Dr. Ashok Kumar, District Extension Specialist […]

PAU Experts Promote Organic Farming for Chemical-Free Production

During the training camp of PAU Organic Farmers Club, experts of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) advocated organic cultivation for the chemical-free crop production and the safety of human health. A total of 65 organic growers attended the camp. Dr TS Riar Additional Director Communication briefed about the benefits and future aspects of organic farming. Dr […]

PAU-Regional Research Station Bathinda Celebrates World Cotton Day with Farmers

Punjab Agricultural University’s Regional Research Station (RRS) in Bathinda celebrated World Cotton Day (October 7), also known as Vishav Kapas Diwas, with enthusiasm and active participation from scientists, cotton farmers, and farm labourers. The event at the Cotton Experimental Research Area of RRS Bathinda aimed to educate and engage farmers in best practices for successful […]

PAU-KVK Gurdaspur Organised Training Programme on Oilseed Crop Cultivation

Under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, and ICAR-ATARI, Zone I, Ludhiana, PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Gurdaspur, conducted a training programme on “Cultivation of Oilseed Crops” on 8th October 2024 at the KVK campus. The programme, part of the “Cluster Frontline Demonstrations on Rabi Oilseed Crops 2024-25” project, […]

India has 12.2 Million Bees: PAU Experts at Training Camp

“India constitutes 12.2 million of honey bees,” disclosed Dr Sangeet Ranguwal, an economics expert, while delivering her talk on “Export of Honey and their Products” during the monthly training camp for Progressive Beekeepers Association at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. As many as 22 beekeepers attended the camp held under the aegis of Directorate of […]

PAU Secures 3rd Position in Industry Interface Fair on Agro-Processing

The All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Post-harvest Engineering and Technology scheme, running under the Department of Processing and Food Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), has secured third position as outstanding exhibitor in institutional exhibition category among different stalls displayed by various institutions during the Industry Interface Fair on “Agro Processing.” The event was […]

PAU-KVK Sangrur Organised Vocational Training on Seed Production as an Income Generating Enterprise for Farmers and Farm Women

Under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, and ICAR-ATARI, Zone I, Ludhiana, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Sangrur organised a five-day vocational training programme on “Seed Production as an Enterprise” from 25th September to 1st October 2024. The training was attended by 32 farmers and farm women, aimed at […]

PAU-KVK, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, Hosts 5-day Training on Crop Residue Management

Under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar organized five days training programme on crop residue management from 24.09.2024 to 30.09.2024 at its adopted village Dyala in which 25 farmers participated. During the inauguration, Dr Pardeep Kumar, Deputy Director (Training), […]

PAU-KVK Fatehgarh Sahib Organizes Vocational Training on Mushroom Cultivation for Rural Youth

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Fatehgarh Sahib, under Punjab Agricultural University, conducted a vocational training programme on Button Mushroom Cultivation from 25 September to 1 October 2024. The programme aimed at inspiring rural youth to consider mushroom cultivation as a side business and an additional source of income. The training was specifically designed for new trainees […]

Manage Rice and Basmati Seeds: PAU asks Farmers

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) 1.10.2024 has advised the farmers of Punjab to manage planthoppers in rice and basmati by following PAU recommendations. As per the surveillance conducted by the scientists, the incidence of rice planthoppers has been observed in some farmers’ fields, disclosed Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education. “Whitebacked and brown planthoppers […]

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra Ropar Conducted a Vocational Training Course on Making Sweets at Home Level

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra Ropar conducted a five day vocational training course on domestic sweet making from 24.9.24 to 30.9.24 under the guidance of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana and ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone-1. Under this course, Mrs. Manpreet Kaur, Demonstrator and Course Co-ordinator (Plant Science) trained the students to make sweets, during which 21 […]

PAU Organizes Training on Improved Farming Practices for Rabi Crops

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organized a farmer training programme on “Improved Cultivation Practices for Rabi Crops” at Pona village for the agriculture students under the ongoing Rural Agriculture Work Experience (RAWE) programme. Dr Kuldeep Singh, Head, Department of Extension Education, emphasized the importance of practical learning experience and encouraged the farmers to adopt scientific […]

Workshop on Disaster Management in Agriculture with Special Reference to Coastal India

11th October 2024, Goa ICAR–Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, organized a workshop on disaster management in agriculture, with special reference to coastal India, today. Prof (Dr) J.S. Bhatia, Senior Consultant (Disaster Management) and Director, Training, MGSIPA, Govt of Punjab, and former Assistant Commandant, ITBP/NDRF, MHA, Govt of India, spoke about various hazards that cause […]

76 Trained in Winter Season Mushroom Production at PAU

In a constant effort to uplift the rural community socially and financially, the Skill Development Centre of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) conducted a five-day training programme on “Winter Season Mushroom Cultivation” under the guidance of Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education. A total of 76 farmers, women and the youths participated in the […]

PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur Organised Training on Nursery Production and Protected Cultivation of Vegetable Crops

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur, organized a five-day vocational training course on “Nursery production and protected cultivation of vegetable crops” from September 23rd to 27th, 2024, at its campus. During the inaugural function, Dr. Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training) at KVK, Hoshiarpur, highlighted KVK’s primary objectives and activities while encouraging the trainees to adopt nursery […]

Linkages Between Financial Institutions and Self-Help Groups

7th October 2024, Goa ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, North Goa, in collaboration with the leading banks State Bank of India and Canara Bank, jointly organized a programme on ‘Self-Help Groups Linkages with Financial Institutions’ at Gram Panchayat Hall, Assonora, Bardez, North Goa, today. Dr Parveen Kumar, Director, ICAR-CCARI, Goa, also graced […]

Awareness Workshop on Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha Evam Utthan Mahabhiyan Scheme Organized

9 October, 2024, Dhenkanal An awareness workshop on Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha Evam Utthan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) Scheme was organized today by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Dhenkanal, Odisha in collaboration with Agricultural Skills Council of India (ASCI), German Corporation for International Cooperation (GIZ) and ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Kolkata. The program was organized in […]

Brainstorming Session on Weed Management in India Organized

4th October 2024, New Delhi ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur, organised a brainstorming session in collaboration with the Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII) at AP Shinde Hall, NASC, Pusa, New Delhi, today. The Chief Guest, Dr S.K. Choudhari, Deputy Director General, Natural Resources Management, ICAR, highlighted the importance of weed management in enhancing […]

Annual Review Workshop of NICRA and KVKs under ICAR-ATARI, Jabalpur

7th October 2024, Bhopal ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Jabalpur, in collaboration with ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hyderabad, organized the annual review workshop of NICRA KVKs under ICAR-ATARI, Jabalpur, at ICAR-CIAE, Bhopal, today. The Chief Guest, Dr S.K. Choudhary, Deputy Director General (Natural Resource Management), briefed about the developments of NICRA’s achievements in […]

Field Day Celebrated in Sato Village of Chandan Block

Today on 25.10.2024, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Banka organized a field day of peanut (variety-Kadri Lepakshi) in Sato village of Chandan block, in which more than 300 farmers participated. Its main objective is that people should see this new variety of crop and awareness should increase. Starting the program, the senior scientist and head of the […]

Poultry Unit Established in Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour

Today, the poultry unit was inaugurated by Dr. D.R. Singh, Vice Chancellor of Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour. In this poultry unit, Skylark Bova breed of chicken is being reared which lays 300 eggs in a year. The capacity of this sophisticated poultry unit will be 5000 eggs per day, due to which the academic, non-academic […]

Four-Day Training Program Concluded at the University Pantnagar

26 October 2024. The four-day training program on ‘Integrating Nutrition-Sensitive Agriculture into the Food System’ was concluded by the Department of Agricultural Communication of the College of Agriculture in collaboration with the National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management, Hyderabad at the university. The closing session of the program was attended by Chief Guest Dean, College […]

During the Training, the Participants Took Information from Progressive Farmers Pantnagar

25 October 2024. A four-day training program on ‘Integrating Nutrition-Sensitive Agriculture in Food Systems’ is being organized by the Department of Agricultural Communication of the College of Agriculture at the University in collaboration with MANAGE, Hyderabad from 22-25 October 2024. The objective of this program is to raise awareness on the importance of adopting nutrition […]

Poultry Training Program Organized in Village Khamaria Pantnagar

26 October 2024 | Poultry training and poultry distribution program was organized in village Khamaria today under the All India Coordinated Livestock Research Project – Frizwal funded by Central Cow Research Institute, Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi, Meerut in the university. This program was inaugurated by Dr. C.V. Singh, Head of Department, Animal […]

AI, ML Required in Agriculture Sector for Food Security: Vice Chancellor Dr. Chauhan Pantnagar

23 October 2024 A two-day international workshop on real-time automated pest monitoring of horticultural crops, organized in collaboration with the Department of Horticulture, Department of Vegetable Science, Department of Entomology of the University and Western Sydney University, Australia and Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, concluded under the Pak Project of the Ministry of Education, Government […]

Four-Day Training Program Organized in the University Pantnagar

22 October 2024. The Department of Agricultural Communication of the College of Agriculture in the University is organizing a four-day training program on ‘Integrating Nutrition-Sensitive Agriculture in the Food System’ from 22 to 25 October 2024 in collaboration with MANAGE, Hyderabad. The objective of this program is to improve food security and nutrition by incorporating […]

ICAR-NRC for Orchids Celebrates its 28th Foundation Day and Kisan Diwas

5th October 2024, Assam ICAR-National Research Centre for Orchids celebrated its 28th Foundation Day, today. The event featured a large-scale distribution of orchid planting materials and inputs under the NEH component programme, valued at more than 100 lakhs, benefiting 420 farmers in the region. ICAR-NRCO has made significant contributions over the years, including the development […]

Farmer-Scientist Interface in Coastal Karnataka

5th – 6th October 2024, Goa ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute organised farmer-scientist interface programmes at five locations in Uttara Kannada (Kumta and Honnavar) and Udupi (Maravanthe, Kundapura, and Brahmavara) coastal districts of Karnataka from 5th – 6th October 2024. Dr Parveen Kumar, Director, ICAR-CCARI, also graced the occasion. The team explored potential sites for […]

A Village Level Awareness Camp was Organized by PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib at Village Hallotali Regarding Maintenance of Paddy Straw.

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib in collaboration with Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana and ICAR, Attari Zone-1 on 26.09.2024 Conservation of Paddy Stubble at Village Hallotali – Care awareness camp was organized. About 70 farmers participated in this program. Dr. Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training) Krishi Vigyan Kendra, gave information about […]

Field day on Kharif Maize Organized

9th October 2024, Nagaland ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Dimapur, Nagaland Centre organized a field day on kharif maize (Pusa HQPM-5 Improved) at Dhansiripar village, today. The event featured the distribution of agricultural inputs, including one motorized VL Maize Sheller and five-wheel hoes. Shri Kevin Solo, Sub-Divisional Agricultural Officer (SDAO), graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. […]

Training Programme on “Best Management Practices in HDPS Cotton” under Special Project

KVK, Palem organized Training programme on “Best management practices in HDPS Cotton under special project on 04.10.2024 at KVK, Palem. In this programme Dr. T. Prabhakar Reddy, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Palem made the opening remarks and explained about the technology, area sown particulars in various clusters of Nagarkurnool district and highlighted the complete information, package […]

Training Programme on Integrated Crop Management in Oil Palm Orchards at Raithu vedika, Janumpally Village

KVK, Palem organized a Training programme on Integrated Crop Management in Oil palm orchards at Raithu vedika, Janumpally(V), Kollapur division, Nagar kurnool dist. on 09.10.2024. Training given on Integrated practices like, selection of site, planting, After care, drip irrigation schedule, integrated nutrient, pest and disease management, special practices like Ablation technique and pollinator release, fertigation […]

PAU-KVK, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Organized Vocational Training on “Mushroom Cultivation as Subsidiary Occupation”

Under the guidance of Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR, ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, organized a vocational training programme on “Mushroom Cultivation as a Subsidiary Occupation” from 23rd to 27th September 2024. Experts from KVK provided technical guidance and practical demonstrations on the various stages of mushroom cultivation. Dr. Arti […]

iECHO ON CAMPUS (Online) Training Programme on Promotion of Natural farming in Agriculture and Allied sectors for the Officers of Departments of Agriculture and Allied Sectors, Southern States of India. Organized by EEI, HYDERABAD

Natural Farming is a disruptive farm practice addressing major concerns of farmers such as rising cost of production, climate change and ill effects of indiscriminate use of chemicals on human and animal health. Several farmers in diverse farming systems and crops are already adopting and reaping the benefits of Natural farming in India. Keeping this […]

Awareness Programme on POCSO, Drug Abuse, Impact of Social Media and Anti Ragging at Agricultural College and Agriculture polytechnic, Tornala

Agricultural College and Agriculture Polytechnic, Tornala has organized an POCSO, Drug Abuse, impact of social media and Anti Ragging awareness programme on 24-10-2024. Associate Dean, Agricultural College, Tornala, Dr. S. Sridevi has briefed about the negative impact of social media on students and Anti-Ragging measures followed in the campus. Sri. A. Ramesh, Child Protection Officer […]

Mass Awareness Program on “Significance of Sustainable Fishing” and Handing over of FRP Boat and OBM Engine under TSP

22nd October, 2024 ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (CIFRI), Regional Centre, Bangalore conducted a mass awareness program on “Significance of sustainable fishing” at Kabini reservoir in Mysore district, Karnataka on 22 October 2024 under the guidance of Dr. B. K. Das, Director, ICAR-CIFRI. The program was conducted under the Tribal Sub Plan (TSP). One FRP boat […]

Sensitization Program on Application of Drone Technology for Fish Disease Management and Feed Application

3rd October, 2024 Precision farming is becoming widespread model because of its integrated smart automated technology. Drone technology is one of the significant part of it. The technology may act as an efficient tool for precise and periodical monitoring of waterbody heath status, spraying disinfects, insecticides to control pathogens, fish disease, macrophyte infestation and applying […]

ICAR-CIFRI Empowering Women Fishers of Sundarbans

08th October, 2024 The ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (CIFRI), in collaboration with the Kultali Milan Tirtha Society, organized an Input Distribution and Awareness Programme in Kultali, Sundarbans, under its STC programme. The initiative is aimed at promoting sustainable livelihoods for marginalized Scheduled Caste (SC) women. The event, 100 women beneficiaries were each provided with […]

Popularization of CIFRI-ARGCURE among Fish Farmers of Kamrup(R), Assam

05th October, 2024 CIFRI ARGCURE-a product developed by ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI) to control Argulosis disease in fish culture. In order to popularize the product among the fish farmers of Assam, ICAR-CIFRI, Regional Centre, Guwahati in collaboration with the Department of Fisheries (DoF), Govt. of Assam organized an “Demonstration-cum-input distribution programme” under Tribal […]

PAU -Organization of Village Level Camp Regarding Straw Maintenance by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sri Muktsar Sahib

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sri Muktsar Sahib, as per the guidelines of Director Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, organized a village level awareness camp on proper management of paddy stubble at village Chhapianwali on September 25, 2024, in which the village About 100 intelligent farmer heroes participated. During this camp Dr. Vivek Kumar, Assistant Professor […]

PAU-KVK, Hoshiarpur Organizes Camps on Paddy Residue Management

The PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur organized a village level awareness camp on “Paddy Residue Management” in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Tanda, at adopted village Ranipind in block Tanda on September 25. In his welcome remarks, Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training), KVK, Hoshiarpur urged the farmers to shun residue […]

PAU-FASC, Amritsar Organizes a Farmer-Scientist Interaction

The PAU-Farmer Advisory Service Centre, Amritsar organized a farmer- scientist interaction at village Khiala Kalan of district Amritsar. Dr Bikranjit Singh, Associate Director, KVK, Amritsar encouraged the farmers to adopt recommended technologies and stressed the need for joint efforts from all the stakeholders for sustainable farming. The scientists of FASC and KVK, Amritsar as well […]

Vermicomposting Production Technology

28th September 2024, Goa ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, North Goa, organised a training on vermicomposting production technology in Karmali, Goa, today, as part of the Krishak Swarna Samrudhi Week. Dr N. Bommayasamy, Senior Scientist and Head, ICAR-KVK, North Goa, highlighted the methods of recycling agricultural and household waste into enriched compost […]

Workshop on Livelihood Improvement of Tribal Farmers

1st October 2024, Tripura ICAR-Research Complex for North East Hill Region, Tripura Centre organized a workshop-cum-exhibition on livelihood improvement of tribal farming communities through the integrated farming system, today. Shri Animesh Debbarma, Cabinet Minister (Forest, General Administration, Printing & Stationary, Science, Technology & Environment) Govt of Tripura, urged the farming community to be the front […]

ICAR-CIBA Achieves Milestone in Mud Crab Aquaculture

5th October 2024, Chennai The mud crab aquaculture programme at ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture has achieved a significant milestone by successfully farming mud crabs in earthen ponds. The programme managed to grow hatchery-reared mud crab instars (2 g) to marketable size (over 500 g) in just 165 days. A total production of 70 kg […]

Paw Organizations Training Programs on Integrated Farming

The Department of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), under the aegis of the Dean College of Agriculture, organized a training programme on “Integrated Farming” at village Gureh near Jagraon, Ludhiana in which about 60 farmers participated. Dr Kuldeep Singh, Head, Department of Extension Education, motivated the farmers to adopt crop diversification and PAU recommendations, […]

Farming for Change: PAU-KVK Bathinda’s Awareness Camp on Crop Residue Conservation

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU)- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bathinda successfully held a block-level awareness camp on “Crop Residue Management (CRM)” at Balianwali village on September 25. The event drew the participation of 178 local farmers and was a part of the ICAR project ‘Promoting agricultural mechanization for the in-situ management of crop residue in Punjab’. Guided […]

2 days – Hands on Training on “Production of Onion & Tomato Powder”

Date: 22nd-23rd October, 2024 Last date for receipt of application: 21st October, 2024. Venue: BESST-HORT, ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru. Course Director: Dr. Bhuvaneswari S. Course Co-Directors: Dr. T. H. Singh, Dr. Raghu, Dr. Pushpa Chethan Kumar & Dr. R. B. Tiwari Course Co-Ordinators: Dr. Dhananjaya M. V., CEO, BESST-HORT, Dr. Kalaivanan D. Treasurer, BESST-HORT & Team. Objectives […]

Socio-Economic Upliftment of Tribal Fish Farmers of Purulia

3rd-5th 2024, Purulia ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Kolkata Centre organized a 3-day skill development training programme on modern methods of freshwater aquaculture during October 3-5, 2024, under the TSP scheme for 20 tribal fish farmers of Manbazar-II, Puncha and Barabazar block of Purulia, West Bengal. The program was organized at the Block Development Office, […]

Sensitization Workshop on Farm Safety and Hygiene

1st October 2024, Pune In observance of the ‘Swachhta Hi Seva Campaign 2024,’ ICAR-Directorate of Floricultural Research, Pune organized a sensitization workshop on ‘Farm Safety & Hygiene,’ today. Dr S. D. Sawant, Former Vice-Chancellor, Dr Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Dapoli, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Dr K.V. Prasad, Director, ICAR-DFR, Pune, was […]

International Conference on Plant Protection in Horticulture 2024

25th-27th September 2024, Bengaluru ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research organised the International Conference on Plant Protection in Horticulture: Advances and Challenges, from 25th-27th September 2024. The conference was organized by the Association for Advancement of Pest Management in Horticultural Ecosystems (AAPMHE) on its 30th Anniversary in collaboration with ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru. The Chief Guest Dr R. […]

ICAR-IIMR, Hyderabad Dedicates Millet Processing Unit to Karnataka FPO

3rd October 2024, Hyderabad The Millets processing & custom hiring center was inaugurated at Bettada Basaveshwara farmer’s producer organization (FPO) at Jakkaladinni Village of Sirwar Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka. The unit offers the Millet Processing facility to local millet farmers at affordable charges. ICICI Foundation supported this project under the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative […]

Tribal Farmers of Leh District Adopting ICAR-CPRI-Improved Potato Varieties

30th September-1st October 2024, Shimla The ICAR-Central Potato Research Institute organised a front-line demonstration programme showcasing improved potato varieties to empower local farmers and promote sustainable agricultural production and income generation among tribal farmers in seven villages of Leh district, Ladakh, in collaboration with ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Leh, Ladakh. During the 2-day (30th September-1st October […]

Massive Tree Plantation Programme at Kultali, Sundarban under “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” Campaign

24th September 2024, Sundarban ICAR-Central Research Institute for Jute & Allied Fibers, Barrackpore organised a massive tree plantation drive and mango sapling distribution under Ek Ped Maa ke Naam campaign in association with Kultali Milan Tirtha Society at Kultali, West Bengal, today. Dr Gouranga Kar, Director, ICAR-CRIJAF, emphasized the importance of trees considering the natural […]

First-Drone-Based Marine Mammal-Fishery Interaction Study in India

4th October 2024, Kochi ICAR – Central Institute of Fisheries Technology, Kochi, has carried out a drone-based survey to study marine mammal fishery interaction. This is the first initiative in the country to use drone technology for marine mammal research, providing a significant boost to marine mammal conservation efforts.  The study was carried out under […]

Three Day Farmer Training Program on Advanced Cultivation of Sri Anna Organized at ICAR-VPKAS Experimental Field, Hawalbagh

26 September, 2024, Almora A three-day (24 to 26 September) farmer training program on the subject of advanced cultivation of Sri Ann was organized at the experimental field, Hawalbagh of ICAR-Vivekananda Parvatiya Krishi Anusandhan Sansthan, Almora. The training program was sponsored by the Department of Agriculture, Lakhisarai (Bihar) keeping in mind the financial year 2024-25 […]

43 Students of Kalgidhar Academy are Learning Agro-Biotechnology and Beekeeping

As many as 43 students of Kalgidhar Academy Senior Secondary School, Sahnewal, Ludhiana, visited the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) to gain technical knowledge about agricultural biotechnology and beekeeping. The students were accompanied by three teachers. Dr Pawan Kumar Malhothra, an expert of School of Agricultural Biotechnology, explained the exemplary contributions made by Paddy Daddy Dr […]

Instead of Burning Crop Residue, Plant it in The Fields – Dr. Gosal

Kisan Mela was organized at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Punjab Agricultural University, Patiala, in which a large number of farmers and farmer wives participated. In this farmer’s fair, Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice Chancellor, PAU. Joined as the chief guest, while Dr. Preeti Yadav, IAS, Deputy Commissioner, Patiala and Dr. Davinder Singh Cheema, Member Board of […]

PAU – Krishi Science Center, Bathinda Organized Mushroom Training Course

KVK, Bathinda conducted mushroom training course from 16.09.2024 to 23.09.2024. 50 students participated in it. PAU-Krishi Science Center Deputy Director Dr. In his address during the training, Gurdeep Singh Sidhu encouraged to adopt this training as a profession and said that the purpose of this vocational training is to enable farmers/youths to stand on their […]

Governor of Tripura Lauds ICAR-KVKs as a Transformative Force for Agricultural Development in Northeast India

19th September 2024, Umiam As a significant milestone in advancing agricultural innovations in the North Eastern states, the annual zonal workshop of ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendras under the ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone VII, Umiam was inaugurated by the Chief Guest Shri N. Indrasena Reddy, Governor of Tripura, today at the College of Fisheries, Central […]

Awareness-cum-Input Distribution Programme to Promote aquaculture in Arunachal Pradesh for Livelihood Development of Fisher-Folk

25th September 2024, Dirang ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources, Lucknow, organized an awareness-cum-Input distribution programme in collaboration with ICAR-National Research Centre on Yak, Dirang, West Kameng District, Arunachal Pradesh, today. The programme, conducted under the Scheduled Tribe Components, aimed to promote aquaculture in the hill region of the North-East. Dr U.K. Sarkar, Director, ICAR-NBFGR, […]

31st Annual Zonal Workshop of KVKs of Uttar Pradesh Organized

24th September 2024, Meerut The 31st Annual Zonal Workshop of ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendras, Uttar Pradesh (24th to 26th September 2024) organized by ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone-III, Kanpur was inaugurated at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology (SVPUAT), Meerut. The workshop was inaugurated by Shri Surya Pratap Shahi, Minister of Agriculture, Agricultural […]

ICAR-CIFRI Signs Technology License Agreement with M/s MR Aquatech for CIFRI Pen HDPE

24th September 2024, Barrackpore ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore, Kolkata, Agrinnovate India Ltd., New Delhi; and M/s M. R. Aquatech, Bhubaneswar, signed a transfer license agreement for ICAR-CIFRI Pen HDPE technology today. Dr B. K. Das, Director, ICAR-CIFRI, emphasized that this technology has been commercialized for the second time. He said that in last […]

CAR-ATARI, Zone VI, Guwahati Hosts Annual Zonal Workshop 2024

25-26th September 2024, Arunachal Pradesh ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone VI, Guwahati, organized a 2-day (25th-26th September 2024) annual zonal workshop, in collaboration with the Dept of Agriculture, Govt of Arunachal Pradesh, at Itanagar. The workshop is designed to evaluate the activities of 47 KVKs in Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, and Sikkim from the past […]

ICAR-NBFGR Organized National Scientific Hindi Seminar-cum-Workshop on “New Directions in Fisheries Conservation Science”

September 25, 2024, Lucknow ICAR-National Bureau of Fisheries Genetic Resources (NBFGR), Lucknow organized a National Scientific Hindi Seminar-cum-Workshop on ‘New Directions in Fisheries Conservation Science’. The seminar-cum-workshop was inaugurated by Dr. Anand Kumar Singh, Vice Chancellor, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur. On this occasion, Dr. Sudhir Raizada, former Assistant Director General, […]

Dr Abhilaksh Likhi, visits ICAR-CIFRI to Review the Research on Drone Demonstration

24th September 2024, Barrackpore In recent times, drone based technology is changing the scenario of fish farming with its advanced technology for smart carrying capacity, less human intervention, time efficiency for input distribution, mapping large areas, underwater imaging, etc. The technology has the tremendous potential to deliver vital goods to remote locations, overcoming access barriers […]

ICAR-NBFGR Promotes Fisheries Enhancement and Sustainable Management Practices through Aquaculture Input Distribution and Community Participation under SCSP

18th September 2024, Lucknow ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources organized a comprehensive programme focusing on fisheries enhancement, sustainable management practices, and aquaculture input distribution under the schedule caste sub plan component at its aquaculture research and training unit, Chinhat, Lucknow, today. The event, aligned with the swachhata pakhwada 2024, commenced with a pledge under […]

4th Interface Meeting on Enhancing Cotton Productivity under Changing Climatic Scenario in North Zone

17th September 2024, Sirsa ICAR-Central Institute for Cotton Research, Regional Station, Sirsa organized the 4th interface meeting on enhancing cotton productivity under changing climatic scenario in north zone  today. Dr B.R. Kamboj, Vice-Chancellor, Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar; Dr Prashanta Kumar Dash, Assistant Director General (Commercial Crops), ICAR; Dr Rajbir Garg, Director, Research, […]

12th FOCFAU Concludes at ICAR-NAARM

23rd September 2024, Hyderabad The 12th Foundation Course for the Faculty of Agriculture Universities (FOCFAU) training programme organised from 3rd–23rd September 2024 with 45 participants from ten different State Agriculture Universities (SAUs) across the country concluded at ICAR- National Academy of Agricultural Research Management, today. Dr Ch. Srinivasa Rao, Director, ICAR-NAARM, in his presidential remark, […]

PAU A Booklet Showing the Importance of Coarse Grains was Released

PAU Vice Chancellor Dr. in a simple but effective ceremony. Satbir Singh Ghoshal launched a booklet on coarse grains. This booklet is an attempt to understand coarse grains as a unique gift of nature as the food of the future from farm to table. Important information is presented in this booklet about the nutritional value […]

PAU – KVK, Sangrur Successfully Organized a Five-Day Training Program on Stubble Management at Village Kemper

A five-day program to familiarize farmers with crop residue management practices was organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur under the guidance of Director Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-Attari, Zone 1, Ludhiana. The training program was conducted from 16.09.2024 to 20.09.2024 at Camper, an adopted village of District Sangrur. During this training, 25 trainees […]

Beekeeping Training is Provided by PAU-KVK, Sangrur

The PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Sangrur, under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana and ICAR-ATARI, Zone I, Ludhiana, organized a five-day vocational training course on “Beekeeping – A Lucrative Subsidiary Occupation” from September 16-20. A total of 43 farmers and farm women from Barnala, Patiala and Sangrur districts participated in […]

100 Potato Growers Attended the Workshop at PAU

As many as 100 farmers participated in the one-day workshop on “Natural Resource Management and Technologies for Potato Cultivation,” organized by the Skill Development Centre of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in collaboration with Mahindra HZPC Private Limited. The course was held under the guidance of PAU’s Director of Extension Education Dr MS Bhullar. Dr […]

Farmers from Rajasthan took Beekeeping Training at PAU

In a bid to promote beekeeping for quality honey production, a total of 25 farmers from Kota, Rajasthan attended the five-day training programme on “Beekeeping” at the Skill Development Centre of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). Organised with the support of Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, the training programme provided a keen insight into the latest […]

Cabinet Minister SH Aman Arora Lays Foundation Stone of Road Construction at PAU-KVK, Sangrur

In a significant development aimed at enhancing infrastructure and accessibility, Cabinet Minister Sh. Aman Arora laid the foundation stone for a new road at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) during a Block Level Farmers Awareness Camp organized by KVK, Sangrur on 20.09.2024. The initiative was a part of the government’s commitment to improve agricultural facilities […]

PAU Farm Advisory Service Center Sangrur Organized an Awareness Camp on Water Conservation of Paddy Straw in Village Longowwal.

Farm Advisory Service Center of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Sangrur, organized conservation awareness camp in Longowwal village, focusing on the moderate use of water and not setting fire to the paddy stubble. More than 50 progressive farmers of the village participated in the camp. Presiding over the camp Dr. Ashok Kumar, District Extension Scientist (Soil […]

Five-Day Training on Crop Residue Management Concluded at PAU-KVK-Mansa

Five-day training programme on in-situ crop residue management under the project “Promotion of Agricultural Technologies for In-Situ Crop Residue Management”, from September 16 to 20, 2024 concluded at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Mansa. 25 farmers of adopted village participated in this training. Er. Alok Gupta, Assistant Professor (SWE), provided in-depth knowledge about operating machinery such as […]

Poultry Science Centre Fatehgarh Sahib, Training on Poultry Farming

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib conducted training on poultry farming from 16 to 20 September 2024 in which 25 women of village Salana participated. The training programme was conducted under Project “Nutrition security and economic empowerment of rural women through backyard poultry in Fatehgarh Sahib District” sponsored by NABARD. Dr. Vipan Kumar Rampal informed that […]

Inspection of stalls by Vice Chancellor in 116th Kisan Mela

On the second day of the 116th Kisan Mela being held in the university, Vice Chancellor Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan; Director Extension Education, Dr. Jitendra Kwatra and other officials observed the joint stalls of 9 Krishi Vigyan Kendras and the products of Shrianna (coarse grains) and various types of vegetables produced by the women of […]

Review of Existing Grape Drying Structures in Maharashtra

18th September 2024, Solapur As a part of ‘One-ICAR’ system, a team of scientists from ICAR-National Research Centre for Grapes, Pune and ICAR-Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Bhopal, visited different grape drying regions of Sangli and Solapur districts on 17th–18th September 2024 to understand existing grape drying structures and problems being faced in raisin making. […]

Tremendous Sale of Seeds of the University in Kisan Mela Pantnagar

5 October 2024 In the All India Farmers Fair and Industry Exhibition going on in the university, seeds of various Rabi crops are being sold from the stalls of various centers of the university. On the second day of the fair, till this afternoon, seeds of various Rabi crops worth about 60 lakh 50 thousand […]

116th Famous Krishi Kumbh Inaugurated in the University Pantnagar

4 October 2024. The 116th All India Farmers Fair and Agro Industry Exhibition of the University was inaugurated today by cutting the ribbon by the Honorable Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami, who was present as the chief guest. In the inaugural session, Vice Chancellor, Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan; Special Guest Deputy Director […]

Workshop on the Use of Drones for Nutrient Management

18th September 2024, Goa ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute organised a workshop on the use of drones for nutrient management in paddy in coastal regions at the paddy research field today. Dr Raghavendra Bhatta, Deputy Director General (Animal Science) ICAR, Dr V. K. Gupta, Director, National Research Centre on Pig, Guwahati, Dr N. H. Mohan, […]

Training Program on Paddy Waste Management Organized by PAU-KVK, Hoshiarpur

As in previous years, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur is organizing different extension and training programmes in the different parts of the district. In this context, a five-day training programme on paddy residue management technologies for the farmers of paddy residue management adopted village Bugra of block Mahilpur was organized from 11th to 18th September, 2024 at village […]

PAU Empowers Women Farmers to Acquire Skill Training

The Department of Extension Education, under the aegis of Dean, College of Agriculture, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a training camp at village Gureh, Jagraon block of Ludhiana district, in which about 40 rural women participated. Dr Lakhwinder Kaur, Extension Scientist, while welcoming the farm women, said that the course aimed to empower women to […]

The ICAR Delegation Lauded PAU for Making the Farmers of Punjab a Technological Hub in the Tech-Savvy era.

A two-member delegation from the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi, visited the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today to deliberate upon the technology transfer programmes for the fast-paced technology dissemination from lab to land. The delegation comprising Dr US Gautam, Deputy Director General (Agriculture Extension), ICAR; and Dr Ram Chand, former Additional Director […]

Hydroponics, Aeroponics and Vertical Gardening Training

ABOUT THE TRAINING To create awareness about importance of Hydroponics, Aeroponics and vertical gardening in vegetable crops with the aim to enhance the production and productivity of vegetable crops and improve conceptual as well as practical knowledge on establishing hydroponic units with latest techniques and maintenance; to know to the state and central governments schemes […]

ICAR-HRM Training Smart Digital Tools for Sustainable Agriculture

Background ICAR-HRM Training Smart Digital Tools for Sustainable Agriculture .In the face of unprecedented challenges in the global agricultural landscape, smart farming powered by advanced technologies and data-driven solutions has  merged as a crucial driver of sustainable agriculture. This transformation of traditional farming practices enhances productivity, reduces environmental impact, and ensures food security. Smart digital […]

DDG (AS) and ADG (AP&B), ICAR Visits Livestock Units of ICAR-CCARI, Goa

20th September 2024, Goa Dr Raghavendra Bhatta, Deputy Director General (Animal Science), Dr G.K. Gaur, Assistant Director General (Animal Production and Breeding), along with the delegates of annual review meeting of AICRP on Pig, visited livestock and allied units of ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute today. Dr Bhatta took stock of Institute activities and visited […]

PAU-KKV Hoshiarpur Organized a Field Day at DSR

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bahowal, Hoshiarpur organized a field day on direct seeding of rice (DSR) at village Todarpur on 17th September, 2024 to showcase this resource-saving technology to the farmers of the area. This programme was organized in collaboration with Bayer Crop Science, Ltd. At the outset, Dr. Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training), Krishi […]

PAU Signed an Agreement with an Odisha-Based Entrepreneur for Sugarcane Juice Bottling Technology

Since perishability of food products posed challenges in terms of reaching out to distant markets and remunerative price realization for the food related entrepreneurs, sugarcane juice bottling technology, developed by Department of Food Science and Technology, was a potent solution to the above-mentioned challenge. Keeping this in mind, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) inked a Memorandum […]

21-Day Residential Certificate Course on Organic Farming and Certification Started at PAU

The School of Organic Farming, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), started a 21-day Residential Certificate Course on “Organic Farming and Certification” at the Skill Development Centre of PAU today. Sponsored by the Regional Centre for Organic and Natural Farming (RCONF), Ghaziabad, the course will provide participants with the in-depth, hands-on training in organic and natural farming […]

Squist, Former VC of Jammu and Kashmir met PAU VC, Discussed Key Focus Areas

The Former Vice-Chancellor of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST), Jammu; and SKUAST, Kashmir, Prof J.P. Sharma held a meeting with the Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Dr Satbir Singh Gosal during his recent visit to the agri-varsity at Ludhiana. Welcoming the SKUAST VC, Dr Gosal shared the valuable insights regarding the […]

Regional Seminar on Large Cardamom, Ginger and Chilli

19th September 2024, Namsai ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Namsai and Divisional Office, Spice Board, Namsai jointly organized a regional seminar on large cardamom, ginger, and chilli today at Momong. Dr Utpal Barua, Senior Scientist and Head, ICAR-KVK, Namsai in his inaugural address, urged the farmers to draw maximum benefit and start small agri startups by utilizing […]

PAU Conducted Training to Reduce Post-Harvest Losses and Food Wastage

The Department of Processing and Food Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), conducted a series of two trainings on “Reducing Post-harvest Losses and Food Wastages” in collaboration with the Skill Development Centre, PAU; and the Punjab Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (PAMETI), PAU Campus, Ludhiana. Both the trainings were held under the aegis of the […]

Plantation Done by National Service Scheme (NSS) Pantnagar

3 October 2024 | The National Service Scheme (NSS) of the College of Agriculture at the university conducted a cleanliness and tree plantation campaign from 17 September to 02 October 2024. Under the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign, so far 224 saplings have been planted by the National Service Scheme volunteers. On the occasion […]

A Program on Entrepreneurship Development was Organized in the University

A special entrepreneurship development program was organized by the State Council of Science and Technology (UCOST) and the Department of Environmental Sciences in the university. The objective of this program was to motivate students towards business skills and entrepreneurship. The program started with the lighting of the lamp by the chief guest, Acting Vice Chancellor […]

University Remembers Gandhi and Shastri Ji

Pantnagar. 2 October 2024. The 155th birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi and the 120th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri were celebrated with great pomp in the university. Pantnagar University today remembered two great personalities of India, Father of the Nation Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi and former […]

Gandhi and Shastri Jayanti Celebrated in BAU Sabour

On 2 October 2024, the birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi and the former Prime Minister of India, Late Lal Bahadur Shastri was celebrated with great enthusiasm in the Mini Auditorium of Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour under the guidance and presence of Honorable Vice Chancellor Dr. D.R. Singh. First of all, […]

The Kisan Mela at PAU Regional Research Station Gurdaspur Emphasized on Cost Effective and Profitable Agriculture as the Need of the Hour

Themed as “Kudarati somey bachao, sab laiye khushali liyao” (Save natural resources, bring prosperity for all), PAU kisan Mela at Gurdaspur, focused on promoting the conservation of essential natural resources like water, soil, and air to ensure Punjab’s sustainable future. The mela attracted vibrant participation from farmers and saw significant purchases of high-quality rabi crop […]

CCRI-CitriHub Fosters Citrus Nurserypreneurs from Jharkhand and Rajasthan

23rd September 2024, Nagpur CitriHub’s, the Agri-Business Incubation Centre of ICAR-Central Citrus Research Institute, Nagpur, organised an incubation programme for Smt Nilam Sinha from Jharkhand and Shri Navin Kumar from Rajasthan, focusing on citrus nursery management and nurserypreneurship. During the incubation, the participants received in-depth training in crucial aspects of citrus nursery management, including the […]

Gujarat Agri Students Sensitized on Entrepreneurship Development by ICAR-NAARM

17th September 2024, Hyderabad a-IDEA, the technology business incubator at ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management, Hyderabad, organized an awareness programme on agricultural entrepreneurship development for students at Junagadh Agricultural University (JAU). The initiative aimed to provide an insightful platform to encourage entrepreneurial thinking among students in the agricultural sector. Dr Ch. Srinivasa Rao, Director, […]

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Organized in-Service Training on Crop Waste Management.

Under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar organized in-service training on efficient utilization of crop residue management machinery for secretary and field staff of cooperative societies on 17.09.2024 at its campus. During the welcome address Dr. Pardeep Kumar, Deputy Director […]

Editors Workshop Enabling a Research Ecosystem Organised

24th September 2024, New Delhi The Agricultural Education Division of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research organized a hybrid workshop for editors at the NASC Complex, Pusa, bringing together experts, educators, and researchers from across the country. Chaired by Dr R.C. Agrawal, Deputy Director General (Agri Edu), the workshop aimed to strengthen partnerships between researchers, […]

PAU-Farm Advisory Service Center Sangrur Organized an Awareness Camp on Saving Water and Conservation of Paddy Straw in the Field at Village Baliyan.

Farm Advisory Service Center of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Sangrur, organized conservation awareness camp in village Baliyan, focusing on moderate use of water and not setting fire to paddy stubble. More than 80 progressive farmers of the village participated in the camp. Presiding over the camp Dr. Ashok Kumar, District Extension Scientist (Soil Science) insisted […]

Field Day-Cum-Farmer Interface at Mulki, Karnataka under SCSP

21st September 2024, Karnataka ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, organized a field day-cum-farmer interface and input distribution programme under SCSP at Mulki, Karnataka, today. During the programme the experts recommended the farmers to form a self-help-group of fishermen and farmers from the region to promote integrated farming (including agriculture, processing and livestock farming) and […]

PAU’s Powerhouse Rice Breeding Program is Appreciated by senior scientist Dr. Gary Atlin from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) received high praise for its advanced rice breeding programme during a high-level meeting chaired by Vice Chancellor Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal. The meeting, which included senior rice breeders and university officers, welcomed a distinguished delegation led by Dr Gary Atlin, Senior Scientist at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, along with […]

ICAR-NMRI signs MoU with Central Silk Board

24th September 2024, Hyderabad ICAR-National Meat Research Institute inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Central Silk Board – Central Sericultural Research and Training Institute (CSRTI), Mysuru to initiate a collaborative research project titled ‘Optimization of Preservation Techniques and Quality Assessment of Mulberry and Eri Silkworm Pupae for Human Consumption’. D S. B. Barbuddhe, […]

PAU Organized a Camp on Natural Resource Management

The Department of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a camp on “Natural Resource Management” under the guidance of the Dean, College of Agriculture, in which about 70 farmers of Pabbian village, Jagraon block participated. Dr Kuldeep Singh, Head, Department of Extension Education, inspired the farmers to embrace sustainable practices. He emphasized on conserving […]

Meghalaya Delegates Visits a-IDEA, ICAR-NAARM

19th September 2024, Hyderabad Innokraft, an innovation consulting firm, organized an exposure and orientation visit to a-IDEA, TBI, ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management for delegates from Meghalaya as part of their Capacity Building for Innovation Management (CBIM) programme. During the visit, a-IDEA hosted an interactive meeting with thirty-four delegates from PRIME Hub, a government […]

PAU-KVK Team Wins Rs 15 lakh ICSSR Project Grant for Research on Oilseeds and Pulses

In a remarkable achievement, a research team from Punjab Agricultural University-Krishi Vigyan Kendras (PAU-KVKs) has won a prestigious ₹15 lakh ICSSR project grant for their innovative project titled “Assessment of Oilseeds and Pulses Production and Processing Potential for Economic Prosperity and Sustainable Development: A Study on Punjab.” Spearheaded by Dr Gurdeep Singh, Deputy Director (Trg.) […]

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sri Muktsar Sahib Organized a Village Level Camp on Stubble Management.

According to the guidelines of Director Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sri Muktsar Sahib organized a village level awareness camp on proper management of paddy straw at village Kangan Khera on September 17, 2024, in which the village About 100 intelligent farmer heroes participated. During this camp Dr. Karamjit Sharma, Associate […]

Five-Day Training on Crop Residue Management Concluded by PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra Kapurthala

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Kapurthala concluded a five-day training programme on in-situ crop residue management from September 11 to 16, 2024. The training, conducted under the project “Promotion of Agricultural Technologies for In-Situ Crop Residue Management,” saw the participation of 25 farmers from various villages across the Kapurthala district. Dr Harinder […]

PAU KVK Gurdaspur Conducts Five-Day Training on Sustainable Crop Residue Management for Customs Hiring Center Owners

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Gurdaspur organised a five-day training programme from September 11 to 16, 2024, for 25 owners of Custom Hiring Centres who have purchased crop residue management machinery with the support of government assistance. The training, conducted under the ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, Ludhiana project, “Promotion of Agricultural Mechanization for In-Situ […]

Training Course for Women by PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bathinda

A seven-day training course was organized by PAU-KVK, Bathinda on price-enhancement by decorating with various traditional and modern techniques of dyeing clothes from 09.09.2024 to 17.09.2024. In this course, 26 students from different villages Tiwana, Sema, Bandi, Mashana, Kot-Shamir, Dhelwan, Bir Talab, Chatthewala, Gurthadi, Mallwala, Kal-Jharani, Lehiri Nandgarh, Mahima Sarkiri, Gobindpura, Lehra Mahabat and Deon […]

Five Day Training Program on Stubble Management Started by PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bathinda

A five-day training program on stubble management organized by PAU-Krishi Science Centre, Bathinda will be held from 16.09.2024 to 20.09.2024 at Village Faridkot Kotli Block Sangat. The main objective of this program is to provide technical information to the farmers regarding proper use of agricultural machinery for proper management of stubble. On this occasion Dr. […]

PAU-KVK Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Organised Vocational Training on Setting up of Agro-Processing Complexes

Under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar organized a vocational training course on the “Establishment of Agro-Processing Complexes” from September 9 to 13, 2024. Inaugurating the training, Dr Pardeep Kumar, Deputy Director (Training), welcomed the participants and […]

4th year Students of PAU- College of Agriculture, Ballowal Sonkhari Organized an Agricultural Awareness Program at Village Thanwala, Kalar and Takarla.

Dr. under rural agriculture work experience by the fourth year students of PAU- Agriculture College, Ballowal Sonkhri. Under the auspices of Manmohanjit Singh, Dean, PAU- College of Agriculture, Ballowal Sonkhri, agricultural awareness programs were organized at village Thanwala, Kalar and Takarla. In this, the team of 13 students Dr. Under the leadership of Jashleen Kaur […]

PAU Hosts Field Days on Kinnow Cultivation & Agro-chemical Distribution at MS Randhawa Fruit Research Station

The Department of Fruit Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, organised a successful field day on “Kinnow Cultivation & Distribution of Agro-Chemicals” at the MS Randhawa Fruit Research Station, Gangian, Hoshiarpur. The event, held under the SCSP component of ICAR-AICRP on Fruits, aimed to equip fruit growers with the latest scientific techniques in kinnow cultivation […]

PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur Conducts Five-Day Vocational Training on Mushroom Cultivation

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, organized a five-day vocational training programme on “Mushroom Cultivation” from September 9 to 13, 2024. The programme aimed at empowering farmers, farm women, and rural youth with skills in subsidiary occupations to enhance their income. Inaugurating the programme, Dr. Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training) at KVK Hoshiarpur, emphasized KVK’s […]

Pau Kisan Mela Day 2: Agricultural Innovations, Farmer Empowerment, and Sustainability Take Center Stage

On the second day of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU)14.09.2024, Kisan Mela witnessed an impressive gathering of farmers, academics, and industry experts, all focused on advancing agricultural practices. The event showcased cutting-edge technologies designed to boost productivity and sustainability in farming. Dr Sukhpal Singh, Chairman of the Punjab State Farmers & Farm Workers Commission, graced […]

National Conference on ‘Ozone Layer Depletion and its Impact’ Organized at ICAR-NRCC

A two-day (16-17 September) National Conference was organized by the National Environmental Science Academy (NESA), New Delhi at ICAR-National Research Centre on Camel (NRCC) in collaboration with various institutions including NRCC, Bikaner on the theme ‘Ozone Layer, its Depletion and Impact on Living Beings’. In this seminar, the management and restoration (remediation) of ozone layer […]

Agri-Innovation Day Kharif 2024 organised

ICAR-Central Arid Zone Research Institute, Jodhpur, organized agri- innovation day kharif 2024 today. During the programme the farmers interacted with the scientists in their experimental fields. The integrated farming cafeteria served as a one-stop destination showcasing various components, including a wide range of kharif crop varieties, horticultural crops, year-round fodder production, water harvesting and its […]

Agreement Between Pantnagar University and St. Petersburg University of Russia Pantnagar

Agreement between Pantnagar University and St. Petersburg University of Russia Pantnagar. 21 September 2024. An MoU was signed on 20 September 2024 between Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology and St. Petersburg University of Russia for exchange of technical research and education in the field of veterinary science. A four-member delegation of scientists […]

Vishwakarma Puja Celebrated with Great Pomp in the University Pantnagar

Vishwakarma Puja celebrated with great pomp in the university Pantnagar. 18 September 2024. Vishwakarma Puja was celebrated with great enthusiasm in various areas of the university such as PCT Workshop, College of Technology, University Press, University Farm, Electrical Department, PCPGR and Sanitation Department etc. On this occasion, Vice Chancellor Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan wished everyone. […]

ICAR-CIFT Recognized as Fisheries Incubation Centre by the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Govt of India under PMMSY

The ICAR-CIFT, Kochi has been officially designated as a Fisheries Incubation Centre (FIC) under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) by the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Govt of India. This was announced during the 4th Anniversary Celebrations of PMMSY held in New Delhi on 11 September 2024. Shri. Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Hon’ble […]

PAU-KVK Ferozepur Organised Awareness Camp on Sustainable Stubble Management

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Ferozepur, following the directives of the Directorate of Extension Education, organized village-level awareness camps on straw management in villages Kailash and Lumbriwala, block Ghall Khurd. Dr. Harpreet Kaur, Assistant Professor (Soil Science), emphasized the harmful effects of burning paddy straw and shared various sustainable straw management techniques. Dr. […]

Pashu Palan Mela Concludes with a Message for Value Addition of Products

Two days Pashu Palan Mela of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana concluded with a message to achieve prosperity and health through value addition of livestock products. Mela attracted a huge gathering of farmers to learn new techniques for livestock farming through integration. Dr. Kamal Kumar Garg, IAS, Additional Secretary, Food & […]

S. Gurmeet Singh Khuddian, Cabinet Minister inaugurates Pashu Palan Mela

Pashu Palan Mela of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana was inaugurated by S. Gurmeet Singh Khuddian, Cabinet Minister, Punjab for Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Dairy Development and Food Processing. He visited different stalls and showed keen interest to know about different species of Livestock. He said that dairy farming is a profession […]

Pashu Palan Mela of Vet Varsity: Set to serve all walks of life MELA Starts

The Pashu Palan Mela of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana will be a very useful event for people of all walks of life. Dr Jatinder Paul Singh Gill, Vice-Chancellor expressed these views on the eve of Pashu Palan Mela which is going to be held on 13 and 14th September 2024. […]

Dr. Jatinder Paul Singh Gill joins as Vice-Chancellor of Vet Varsity

Dr. Jatinder Paul Singh Gill joined as the Vice-Chancellor of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana. He replaced Dr. Inderjeet Singh. Dr. JPS Gill is a distinguished academician and eminent researcher with over 34 years of exceptional experience in veterinary sciences, research, and academic administration. His extensive career encompasses 16 years of […]

Organized Vocational Training on Pig Rearing by PAU-KVK Mansa to Enhance Rural Life

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Mansa, under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, organized a five-day vocational training course on pig farming from September 9 to 13, 2024. The training aimed to empower farmers, farm women, and rural youth by providing scientific knowledge on pig farming as a subsidiary occupation. Thirty […]

PAU-Krishi Science Center, Sri Muktsar Sahib Organized a Village Level camp on Stubble Management.

Village Chotian dated September 12, 2024 as per the guidelines of PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Mr. Muktsar Sahib Director Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana and ICAR, Attari Zone-1, Ludhiana A village level awareness camp was organized regarding proper management of paddy stubble at Block Gidarbaha. About 100 intelligent farmer heroes of the village participated in […]

PAU – Farm Advisory Service Center Sangrur Conducted Two Village Level Camps on Successful Cultivation of Direct Sowing of Paddy

Two village level camps were organized 12.09.2024 by PAU Farm Advisory Service Center Sangrur at village Balad Kalan and village Turi regarding water saving technique, direct sowing of paddy. Dr. Ashok Kumar, District Extension Specialist, gave detailed information about the advantages of direct sowing technique of paddy without pumpkin such as water saving, more recharge […]

Awareness Camp Regarding Stubble Management Organized by PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bathinda

Two village level camps were organized by PAU Farm Advisory Service Center Sangrur at village Balad Kalan and village Turi regarding water saving technique, direct sowing of paddy. Dr. Ashok Kumar, District Extension Specialist, gave detailed information about the advantages of direct sowing technique of paddy without pumpkin such as water saving, more recharge of […]

PAU Students Spread Awareness about Stubble Management in Village Ghavadi

The fourth year students of PAU at village Ghavadi under the leadership of Extension Expert Dr. Devinder Tiwari and Agriculture Extension Officer Dr. With the support of Gurmeet Dhaliwal, a poster making competition was organized for school students in the government senior secondary school of village Ghavadi. The theme of this competition was about managing […]

Dairy Officials and Progressive Farmers from Odisha Visit Vet Varsity

An exposure visit of dairy officials from Bolangir-Kalahandi-Nuapada Regional Co-Operative Milk Producer’s Union Ltd based at Bolangir, Odisha was arranged at 24.09.2024 Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana under the guidance of Dr Parkash Singh Brar, Director of Extension Education. A total of 27 officials including the Board of Directors of the […]

Microbiology Fermentation and Biotechnology Division of ICAR-CIFT is Organizing a Training Program on “Advanced Microbiology and Molecular Biology, and Cell Culture Techniques in Food Safety”

1st October to 10th October 2024, at ICAR-CIFT, Cochin. This ICAR-sponsored program aims to enhance the skills of selected Master’s and final-year Bachelor’s degree students in cutting-edge techniques in microbiology, molecular biology, and cell culture for food safety. Please note that travel, food, and accommodation expenses for students from SC/ST categories and the North Eastern […]

Dry Flower Arrangement and Bouquet Preparation

ABOUT THE TRAINING To foster a business-minded attitude towards the dry flower industry and impart adequate knowledge on raw materials and processing methods and also to develop entrepreneurship skills on dry flower product making through hands on training. MODULE OF THE TRAINING Introduction about the Dry flower Technology – Identification of Raw Materials – Processing […]

PAU-KVK Moga Organized an Awareness Camp on Crop Waste Management in Village Langeana Nawan.

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Budh Singh Wala, Moga, organized a village-level awareness camp on crop residue management in village Langeana Nawan on September 11, 2024. The camp was held under the project “Promotion of Agricultural Mechanization for In-Situ Management of Crop Residue in Punjab-Moga,” as sanctioned by the Director of ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, […]

Dr. Siddiqui, an Esteemed Assistant Professor at Bihar Agricultural University in Sabour, Bhagalpur, has recently been honored with a prestigious position in Stanford University’s renowned “World’s Top 2% Scientists” list for the year 2024

Dr. Siddiqui, an esteemed Assistant Professor at Bihar Agricultural University in Sabour, Bhagalpur, has recently been honored with a prestigious position in Stanford University’s renowned “World’s Top 2% Scientists” list for the year 2024. This distinguished recognition, curated by Elsevier, serves as a testament to Dr. Siddiqui’s exceptional contributions to the scientific community and his […]

PAU – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bathinda Organized an Awareness Camp Regarding Stubble Management

Punjab Agricultural University, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bathinda by Dr. Makhan Singh Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, Ludhiana and Dr. Under the guidance of Gurdeep Singh Sidhu, Deputy Director, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bathinda, an awareness camp was organized on 09.09.2024 at Village Baho Yatri Block, Bathinda regarding stubble management. The main objective of this camp was […]

Five Day Training on “Mushroom Cultivation as a Subsidiary Occupation” Concluded at KVK, Mansa

A vocational training course on “Mushroom Cultivation as a Subsidiary Occupation” was conducted by Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Mansa under the leadership of Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University from 2nd September to 6th September. During this course, Dr. Tejpal Singh, Assistant Professor (Horticulture), KVK, discussed the possibilities of mushroom cultivation, nutritional value of […]

PAU Horticulture Students Created Awareness about Conservation of Natural Resources

A poster making competition was organized by the RAWE – Group 1 students of the College of Horticulture and Forestry, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), at Government Senior Secondary School, Lalton Kalan, Ludhiana, with the aim of conserving the mother nature and sustaining the use of natural resources. This event was followed by an awareness rally, […]

PAU Conducted a Beekeeping Training Course for ITBP Employees

The Department of Entomology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, in collaboration with the Directorate of Extension Education, conducted a three-day ‘Scientific Beekeeping Training’ course at Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) Cantonment at Baddowal, Ludhiana. A total 32 trainees from ITBP, Baddowal; CISF; Amritsar and CISF, Kapurthala participated in this training. Dr MS Bhullar, Director of […]

Inauguration of Remote Sensing and GIS Laboratory at the Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, BAU

An advanced Remote Sensing and GIS laboratory was inaugurated in the Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry on 19th September 2024 by Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Dr. D. R. Singh. This cutting-edge facility represents a significant milestone in the University’s journey towards technological advancements in soil science and agricultural research. The lab will empower students, […]

Training on In Situ Crop Residue Management Techniques by PAU-KVK Faridkot

PAU- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Faridkot, conducted a five-day training programme on machinery for In-Situ Crop Residue Management under the project, ‘Promotion of Agricultural Technologies for In-Situ Crop Residue Management’ from September 2 to September 6, 2024. Twenty-five farmers from adopted villages in the district participated in the training, which focused on promoting sustainable agricultural […]

Mushroom Cultivation Training Course, Krishi Science Centre, Pathankot (Ghoh)

A 05-day training course for mushroom cultivation was conducted on 02.09.2024 to 06.09.2024 by the team of Krishi Science Center, Pathankot (Ghoh) of Punjab Agricultural University Ludhiana under the direction of Director Extension Education. 38 beneficiaries participated in this course. Farmers were given information about the cultivation of different mushrooms in the training course. Dr. […]

Krishi Science Center, Gurdaspur Organized Training on Mushroom Cultivation

A 5-day training was organized on the cultivation of Volose Mushrooms at Krishi Science Center of Punjab Agricultural University, Gurdaspur. In which 38 students from district Gurdaspur participated and received training. In this training program Dr. Yamini Sharma, Assistant Professor (Fruit Science) gave detailed practical information to the learners about the importance of mushrooms, cultivation […]

47Trainees Trained to Grow Mushrooms in Winter Season

A total of 47 farmers, rural women and youths attended the five-day training programme on the “Cultivation of Winter Season Mushrooms” which concluded at the Skill Development Centre of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. The programme was held under the guidance of Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education. Dr Rupinder Kaur, Associate Director (Skill […]

Two days Goat Health Camp cum Awareness Programme on “Selection of Different breeds of Goat, Breeding Management, and Disease Management of Goats” Successfully Organized in Palamu District, Jharkhand

Two days Goat Health Camp cum Awareness Programme on “Selection of different breeds of Goat, Breeding Management, and Disease Management of Goats” was conducted from 12th to 13th September 2024 IN Chhatarpur, Tarahasi and Panki Blocks of Palamu District, Jharkhand. A total of 63 farmers participated in each day. DrS. K. Upadhyay, Veterinary officer,Palamu District, […]

Animal Health Camp and Awareness programme on Animal Genetic Resources organised by ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna

ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region (ICAR-RCER), Patna organized an one-day Animal Health Camp and Awareness programme on Animal Genetic Resources for tribal farmers of West Champaran district in collaboration with Brajina Foundation, Ramnagar on September 13, 2024. The program was funded by institute tribal sub-plan and ICAR-National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources, Karnal, Haryana. […]

The PAU Kisan Mela at Ballowal Sonkhari was a Great Success

A large number of farmers attended the Kisan Mela organised at Punjab Agricultural University’s Regional Research Station Ballowal Saunkhari ,on Friday 6 September .Farmers in large numbers participated in the one-day KisanMela and interacted with the university scientists in order to, seek solutions to their problems. They visited the numerous stalls installed at the kisan […]

PAU Signed an Agreement to Promote Millet Processing and Marketing

Millets, an important cereal grains, have emerged as an alternative to the conventional major cereals due to the health and nutritional superiority. However, the processing of millets in convenience products is challenging. Keeping this in view, the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) inked a pact with RK Millet Delight, based at Kartarpur, for the licensing of […]

PAU- KVK Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Vocational Training on Nursery Rearing and Safe Vegetable Cultivation

Under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Langroya, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, organized a vocational training course on “Nursery Raising and Protected Cultivation of Vegetable Crops” from August 30 to September 5, 2024. The training, held under the leadership of Dr Pardeep Kumar, Deputy Director (Training) […]

PAU-Krishi Science Centre, Sri Muktsar Sahib Celebrated National Nutrition Week

PAU-KVK, Sri Muktsar Sahib organized an awareness camp in celebration of National Nutrition Week (1-7 Sept, 2024) at Govt. Senior Secondary Smart School Udekaran. Dr. Karamjit Sharma, Associate Director (Trg.), KVK, Sri Muktsar Sahib, emphasized the importance of the healthy diet to improve the health status. He also encouraged the students to establish the nutrition […]

During the Upcoming Hari season, PAU Students Propagated Newly Developed Varieties of Wheat

Promotional camps for wheat varieties were organized at village Kanech and Ghumnewal of Ludhiana district by the students of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). The activities were planned under the guidance of Dr Lopamudra Mohapatra, Assistant Professor (Extension Education). A group of students has been enrolled under RAWE (Rural Agricultural Work Experience) programme through which they […]

Awareness-cum-Demonstration Programme on “Application of agro-chemical in kharif crops through Drone Technology” in Nalanda District of Bihar

An awareness-cum-demonstration programme on “Application of agro-chemical in kharif crop through drone technology” was organised at Telhara village of Nalanda district of Bihar on 11th September, 2024. Live demonstrations of spraying of agro-chemical through drone were conducted on kharif crop such as paddy. Dr Bikash Sarkar educated the farmers on potential uses of drone in […]

Capacity Building Programme on Recent Advances in the Management of Kharif Season crops at Telhara village, Ekangarsarai Block, Nalanda District

On September 11, 2024, a Capacity building programme on Recent Advances in the Management of Kharif Season crops at Telhara village, Ekangarsarai block, Nalanda district, aimed at benefiting SC farmers. The event featured a team of scientists, including Dr Govind Makrana, Dr. Pawan Jeet, Dr. P.K. Sundaram, Dr. Bikash Sarkar, and Shri Monaj Kumar Sinha, […]

Vocational Training on Mushroom Cultivation Completed at PAU-KVK Patiala

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Patiala, under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, conducted a five-day vocational training programme on Mushroom Cultivation as a Subsidiary Occupation from August 28 to September 3, 2024. The training saw the participation of 36 farmers and farm women from various villages in the Patiala district. […]

PAU – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur Celebrated Field Day on Direct Sowing of Paddy

Krishi Science Center of Punjab Agricultural University, Sangrur by Dr. Under the able guidance of Mandeep Singh, Associate Director (Training), progressive farmers. Sukhpal Singh, village Dhandyal, district Sangrur organized a field day on direct sowing paddy. In which about 40 farmers participated. On this occasion Dr. Sunil Kumar, Assistant Professor (Agricultural Engineering), gave information about […]

PAU – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Buddh Singh Wala, Moga Conducted a One Day Training Camp on Onion Conservation, Storage and Processing.

Conservation and storage of onion on 03.09.2024 at Safuwala village under the project of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Budh Singh Wala, Moga with the financial help of NABARD department regarding onion and garlic cultivation and processing. And a one-day training camp on processing was organized. NABARD AGM Madam Savita Singh and Lead […]

Three Days Training-cum-Demonstration Programme on “Application of Agro-Chemical in Kharif Crops through Drone Technology” in Ramgarh District of Jharkhand

A three days Training-cum-Demonstration Programme on “Application of agro-chemical in Kharif crops through drone technology” was organised at KVK, Ramgarh; Bicha, Jobla, Lodhma and Udlu villages of Ramgarh district of Jharkhand during 4-6 September, 2024. Live demonstrations of spraying of agro-chemical (nano urea) through drone were conducted on Kharif crop such as rice. Dr Sudhanshu […]

Capacity-Building on Rice Fallow Management for Livelihood Improvement for SC Farmers under the SCSP Program on at Gulariya Chak, Tikari Block, Gaya (Bihar)

The ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna organized a capacity-building event on rice fallow management for livelihood improvement for SC farmers under the SCSP program on September 3, 2024, at Gulariya Chak, Tikari block, Gaya (Bihar). A team of scientists, including Dr. Rakesh Kumar (Senior Scientist), Dr. P.K. Sundaram (Senior Scientist), Dr. Pawan Jeet […]

Orientation Training for Newly Recruited Technical and Administrative Personnel: Ready, Skilled, and Grow

Aim of the Training Provide knowledge about office procedures Acquaint with field and laboratory research Enhance competency and efficiency Organizing Committee Chairman: Dr Anup Das, Director ICAR-RCER Patna Co-chairman: Dr Ujjwal Kumar, Head DSEE Convener: Dr Abhay Kumar, Principal Scientist, DSEE Course Directors: Dr Anirban Mukherjee and Dr Aarti Kumari, Mr Banda Sainath Coordination: Mr. […]

Entrepreneurship Development Programme on ” Commercial Breeding in Chili and Capsicum”

Thrust areas of Training Opportunity to listen and discuss on chili and capsicum crop improvement with special emphasis on. Breeding lines development and maintenance. Breeding for Begomoviruses and southeast Asian thrips resistance (screening, resistant sources and molecular markers). Fungal diseases resistance breeding (screening, resistant sources and molecular markers). Male sterility (CGMS and GMS) systems- and […]

International Conference on Plant Protection in Horticulture (ICPPH-2024) – Advances and Challenges

Biotic stress caused by insects, mites, plant pathogens, nematodes etc. is a major constraint in profitable and sustainable cultivation of several horticultural crops. Commercial horticulture, characterized by the adoption of improved varieties and hybrids including exotic ones, increased chemical input use, shift towards monocropping in larger areas, growing area under protected cultivation along with the […]

Organized Awareness Camp Regarding Stubble Management

An awareness camp regarding stubble management was organized by PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bathinda at Village Faridkot Kotli Block Sangat on 02.09.2024. The main objective of this camp was to teach the farmers proper use of agricultural machinery for proper management of straw. On this occasion Dr. Gurdeep Singh Sidhu, Deputy Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, […]

PAU-KVK, Sangrur Organized an Awareness Program for Environment Conservation Under the Campaign “Ek Mitti Maa De Naam”.

PAU-KVK, Sangrur organized a global campaign event “Ek Mitti Maa De Naam” in Village Dhandyal, District Sangrur on 29th August, 2024. On this occasion Dr. Sunil Kumar, Assistant Professor (Agricultural Engineering), Dr. Rukinder Preet Singh Dhaliwal, Assistant Professor (Crop Science), Krishi Science Centre, Sangrur was present. On this occasion, the experts emphasized the importance of […]

PAU Conducted a Training Course on Mushroom Cultivation Techniques

The Skill Development Centre, Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a training course on “Advanced Cultivation Technologies for Mushrooms” today for the in-service candidates. The course was held under the guidance of Dr Makhan Singh Bhullar, Director of Extension Education. Dr Rupinder Kaur, Associate Director (Skill Development), informed that this course was designed […]

Tree Plantation and Awareness Program in Anganwadi on Nutrition Month Celebration

Under the National Nutrition Month (1-30 September, 2024), the students of RAVE program of the final year of the University’s Community Science College organized a tree plantation and awareness program related to nutritious food at Anganwadi, Phoolbagh Center, Pantnagar on 5 September 2024. The theme of the program was Nutritious Diet: Identity of Healthy Life. […]

Bihar Poultry & Aqua Expo to be Inaugurated by Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister at Gyan Bhawan, Gandhi Maidan, Patna

Bihar Poultry & Aqua Expo was inaugurated by Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister, Bihar Shri Samrat Chaudhary on 12.09.2024 at Gyan Bhawan, Gandhi Maidan, Patna. The event was graced by the presence of Shri Chaitanya Prasad, Development Commissioner, Government of Bihar, Dr. N. Vijayalakshmi, Principal Secretary, Animal & Fisheries Resources Department, Government of Bihar, Dr. D.R. […]

An Engaging and Interactive Workshop on Agribusiness and Startups Organized at BAU, Sabour

The Center of Excellence in Teaching and Learning at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, hosted a highly engaging virtual workshop titled ‘Exploring Agribusiness Insights with Case Studies in India’s Agricultural Sector.’ The event brought together a full capacity audience of 100 participants from the university and other institutions for a deep dive into the evolving field […]

Training on Paddy Stubble Management by PAU

To curb the menace of stubble burning, the Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a programme entitled ‘Training of Trainers on Paddy Straw Management to Control Straw Burning’ under Crop Residue Management Scheme 2024-25. Agricultural Officers, Agriculture Development Officers and Agriculture Engineers of the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ […]

Pant Jayanti Celebrated with Gaiety in the University Pantnagar

10 September 2024 On the occasion of 137th birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Pandit Govind Ballabh Pant, the Acting Vice Chancellor and Registrar of the University Dr. Deepa Vinay and the Dean, Director, officers, employees and students of the University garlanded the statue of Pandit Pant in the University Center (NAHEP Bhawan) of Pantnagar University […]

The Country Will Become Self-Sufficient in Pulses Production Pantnagar.

9 September 2024 In the annual meeting of the All India Rabi Pulses Project held on 02-04 September 2024 at the International Center for Agricultural Research in Dry Areas, Sehore, Bhopal, the decision to release three species of Rabi pulses developed by Pantnagar University for cultivation among the farmers was taken in the meeting of […]

PAU-KVK Bathinda Hosts #PLANT4MOTHER Tree Plantation Drive

As part of the Global Campaign, #Plant4Mother, launched by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India on World Environment Day, June 5, 2024, Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Bathinda organized a tree plantation event on August 29, 2024. The event, led by Deputy Director Dr. Gurdeep Singh Sidhu, saw active participation and was […]

CRIDA & MANAGE, Hyderabad Collaborative Online Training Programme on Innovations in Extension Approaches for Scaling up of Climate Smart Agricultural Technologies

About us ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture (CRIDA) is a National Research Institute under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) established in 1985 with a mandate to carry out basic and applied research in Climate resilient agriculture. Since then CRIDA has played a pioneering role in developing and disseminating improved rainfed farming technologies […]

Organized Vermi Composting Training for Farmers by PAU-KVK Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar organized a one-day training session on vermicomposting on August 27 at the KVK campus, with 22 farmers in attendance. Dr. Pardeep Kumar, Deputy Director (Training), highlighted the environmental benefits of vermicomposting, explaining how earthworms help reduce pollution by converting organic waste into nutrient-rich […]

Poultry Farming Skill Development Training Concluded at PAU-KVK Bathinda

PAU- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Bathinda successfully conducted an 8-day skill development training course on poultry farming from August 19 to August 29, 2024. The programme, held under the ARYA Project, attracted 50 trainees, including farmers, farm women, and rural youth from various villages. The training began with a welcome address by Dr. Gurdeep Singh […]

PAU Trained Scientists to Manage Seed Borne Diseases in Rice

In a concerted effort to improve the production of quality rice seed, the Department of Plant Pathology in collaboration with the Director (Seeds), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a specialized one-day training programme on the “Management of Seed-borne Diseases in Rice.” Under the guidance of Director of Research Dr Ajmer Singh Dhatt, the training programme […]

Training on Increasing the Price of Grains and Pulses by PAU-KVK Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, conducted a vocational training programme on Value Addition of Cereals and Pulses, from August 19 to August 23, 2024. The course, attended by 20 trainees, was organized under the guidance of Dr. Pardeep Kumar, Deputy Director (Training) at KVK, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar.Dr. […]

Organized Vocational Training on Goat Husbandry by PAU-KVK, Moga

The PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Moga successfully conducted a five-day vocational training programme on “Goat Farming: A Subsidiary Occupation” from August 19-23 under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. In this training programme, 65 candidates including both farm men/farm women actively participated from the districts of Moga, Faridkot, Bathinda, Ferozepur and Sri Muktsar Sahib. On […]

Organized Vocational Training Program Related to Goat Rearing by PAU-KVK, Hoshiarpur

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bahowal, Hoshiarpur under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana regularly conducts various vocational training courses to promote subsidiary occupations. Under this series, a vocational training programme on “Goat Farming” was conducted at KVK premises from August 19-23. In this training, 74 rural youth, farmers and farm women participated. During this […]

ICAR’S QRT of ICAR Visited PAU to Review AICRP (Honey Bees and Pollinators)

Quinquennial Review Team (QRT) constituted by Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi visited Punjab Agricultural University on August 24, 2024. It is a high level team constituted by the council to review the progress made by it’s All India Coordinated Research Project on Honey Bees and Pollinators. The team after having detailed discussion […]

27 Farmers and Farmer Women were Trained in Organic Farming at PAU

Promoting chemical-free production, the Skill Development Centre of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), conducted a five-day training course on “Organic Cultivation” in which 27 farmers and farm women participated. The course was held under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU. Dr Rupinder Kaur, Associate Director (Skill Development), said that the prime objective of […]

PAU Imparted Training to Agricultural Officers for Paddy Stubble Management

The Punjab Agricultural University’s Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering organized a “Training of Trainers on Paddy Straw Management to Control Straw Burning” programme under the Crop Residue Management (CRM) scheme 2024–25. The programme was planned specifically for the Agriculture Officers, Agriculture Development Officers, and Agricultural Engineers of the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ […]

Retired Candidates Received Straw Management Training at PAU

The Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), in collaboration with the Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, organized a one-day training course on “Farm Machinery for Paddy Straw Management Operation and Field Adjustments” for in-service candidates under the guidance of Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education. A total of seven participants from […]

National Maize Conference Concludes at PAU, Collaboration and Innovation Take Center Stage

The three-day National Conference on Maize tilted “A Crop for Food, Feed, Nutritional and Bioenergy Security with Environmental Sustainability” concluded at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) on Sunday evening. Organized by the Maize Technologists Association of India (MTAI) in collaboration with the ICAR-Indian Institute of Maize Research (IIMR) and PAU, Ludhiana, the conference saw the participation […]

P. A. U-Krishi Vigyan Kendra Fatehgarh Sahib Training Course on Vermicompost Making Completed

A 5-day Kita Mukhi training course was organized from 19 to 23 August 2024 on making vermicompost for farmers at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib, established under Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana. This course Dr. Conducted under the able guidance of Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training). Technical information of this course Dr. Ajay Kumar, Assistant […]

An Awareness Week Regarding the Eradication of Carrot Grass was Celebrated by Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agricultural University, Patiala

An awareness week regarding the eradication of carrot grass was observed by Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agricultural University, Patiala. Dr. Deputy Director (Training) of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala. Under the leadership of Hardeep Singh Sabikhi, a campaign was conducted from 16th to 22nd August, 2024 for the eradication of carrot grass. This campaign was […]

Orientation-Cum-Induction Training Program Concluded at PAU

A 21-day “Orientation Course-cum-Induction Training Programme,” organized by the Department of Extension Education and Communication Management, College of Community Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), concluded here today. As many as 23 newly recruited faculty members from different departments, Krishi Vigyan Kendras, Regional Research Stations, Farm Advisory Service Centres and University Seed Farms of PAU attended the course. […]

National Conference on Maize Begins at PAU; Drip Irrigation in Maize Can Help Maintain Water Table: Dr SS Gosal

Amidst the participation of 400 scientists, students, farmers, entrepreneurs and seed as well as agro-chemical company’s representatives, the three-day National Conference on Maize tilted “A Crop for Food, Feed, Nutritional and Bioenergy Security with Environmental Sustainability” kicked off at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. The conference has been organised by the Maize Technologists Association of […]

PAU-KVK Amritsar Empowers Farmers with Goat Rearing Training

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Amritsar, in collaboration with Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, Ludhiana, conducted a seven-day vocational training course on Goat Farming from August 12 to August 21, 2024. The training, which saw the participation of 70 farmers, farm women, and rural youth from the districts of Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Gurdaspur, […]

PAU and PGIMER, Chandigarh Hold Millet Quiz

A Millet Quiz was jointed organized by the Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics (PBG), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), and the Department of Community Medicine and School of Public Health, PGIMER Chandigarh, under the project ‘MERA’. The quiz, which was designed for the promotion of millets in the Punjab State, was organised during the Class […]

PAU-KVK Moga Hosts Direct Seeded Rice Field Day in Kokri Butter

The Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Moga organized a Field Day focused on Direct Seeded Rice (DSR) in the village of Kokri Buttar, District Moga on August 20, 2024. The event was held in the fields of Dr. Kuldeep Singh, a Retired Agriculture Officer, and saw the participation of 62 farmers and […]

Startups from Punjab Agricultural University Showcased Innovations at the FPO Fair in Sangrur

Five startups, trained by Punjab Agri Business Incubator (PABI), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), participated in the three-day FPO Exhibition and Mela, organized by the Small Farmers Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC), at Sangrur, Punjab. Showcasing the innovations and products of Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) and startups, the event became a significant platform for fostering collaborations, enhancing brand […]

PAU set to Hold National Summit on Maize on August 23-25

The Maize Technologists Association of India (MTAI) in collaboration with ICAR-Indian Institute of Maize Research (IIMR) and Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana is all set to hold a National Conference on Maize tilted “A Crop for Food, Feed, Nutritional and Bioenergy Security with Environmental Sustainability” in the University from August 23-25. The Vice-Chancellor of PAU […]

Rabi Workshop Started at PAU; Cotton Crop Safe in Punjab, Farmers Need Not Worry: PAU VC

“Cotton growers can heave a sigh of relief as insect-pest attack in Punjab is very much under control,” disclosed the chief guest Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), while inaugurating the two-day Research and Extension Specialists’ Workshop for Rabi Crops in the University today. The workshop has been jointly organised by the […]

Organized Training and Awareness Program on Energy Conservation by PAU-KVK Sri Muktsar Sahib

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Sri Muktsar Sahib, under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU Ludhiana, conducted a comprehensive training and awareness programme focused on Energy Conservation on August 20, 2024. The programme was organized in collaboration with the Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) as part of the Agriculture […]

Teachers’ Day Celebrated in All Departments of BAU

In Bihar Agricultural University (BAU), programs were organized in all the departments on Teachers’ Day. Three colleges are run in the university campus itself, festive atmosphere was seen everywhere. Mainly Research Director Dr. AK Singh, PRO Dr. Rajesh Kumar, Agriculture Dean Dr. Ajay Kumar Sah, Dean PGS Dr. RP Sharma, Registrar M. M. Haque etc. […]

BAU’s College of Agricultural Biotechnology Celebrated The Third Foundation Day, Honorable Minister Participated

College of Agricultural Biotechnology (CABT) of Bihar Agricultural University (BAU), Sabour celebrated its third Foundation Day. On this occasion, a two-day workshop on “Use of Biotechnology for Value Addition and Sustainable Agriculture” was inaugurated by Hon’ble Minister of Cooperation and Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of Bihar, Dr. Prem Kumar Sarkar. The workshop was […]

Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour is Organizing a One Day Online Workshop on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)

IQAC, Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour is organizing a one day online workshop on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) on 7th September, 2024 aiming to educate the participants on the importance of protecting intellectual property in academia. The workshop will feature sessions on patents, trademarks, copyrights and the legal framework surrounding IPR. The experts from AnovIP India […]

First GI Regional Facilitation Center Opened in BAU

With the establishment of GI Regional Facilitation Centre in Bihar Agricultural University, not only will all the activities related to GI be accelerated but it will also help in getting global recognition for the heritage of Bihar. On Monday, the Directorate of Research of Bihar Agricultural University organized a program on the launch of Geographical […]

BAU’s Dissemination Model is Implementable at the National Level: Dr. U.S. Gautam

The three day workshop of Krishi Vigyan Kendras of Bihar and Jharkhand being held at Bihar Agricultural University Sabour concluded successfully today. Today’s closing ceremony was presided over by Dr. Trilochan Mohapatra, President of PPVFRA (Plant Variety and Farmers Rights Protection Authority), New Delhi and the chief guest was DDG Extension (Deputy General Manager, Extension) […]

Two-day Seminar-Cum-Training for Extension Workers and Progressive Farmers Concluded at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour.

A two-day seminar sponsored by Bameti, Patna on better production in fruit orchards amid climate change for extension workers and progressive farmers concluded at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, on Tuesday. A total of 106 extension workers and progressive farmers from 38 districts of Bihar participated 100 percent in this two-day seminar-cum-training program. On this occasion, […]

Punjab Chief Minister Award Dr. Jasvir Singh Gill for Sustainable Agriculture

In a grand ceremony commemorating India’s 78th Independence Day, Dr. Jasvir Singh Gill, Agronomist from Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, was honoured with the prestigious Punjab Sarkar Parmaan Patra. The award, conferred by Punjab’s Chief Minister, S. Bhagwant Singh Maan, was presented during the State-Level Independence Day function at Guru Gobind Singh Stadium, Jalandhar. This […]

PAU Startups Showcased Innovations at the FPO Fair in Sangrur

Five startups, trained by Punjab Agri Business Incubator (PABI), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), participated in the three-day FPO Exhibition and Mela, organized by the Small Farmers Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC), at Sangrur, Punjab. Showcasing the innovations and products of Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) and startups, the event became a significant platform for fostering collaborations, enhancing brand […]

PAU- KVK, Sangrur Organized a Training Program on Organic Farming in collaboration with School of Organic Farming, PAU, Ludhiana.

Under the leadership of Directorate of Extension Education of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur conducted a training program on organic farming for the leading farmers of District Sangrur with the support of School of Organic Farming. In which 43 farmers from different villages participated. Dr. Mandeep Singh, Associate Director (Training) welcomed all […]

Collaborative Training on Energy Conservation in Agriculture by PAU-KVK Gurdaspur

The PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Gurdaspur organized a farmer training-cum-awareness programme focused on “Energy Conservation in Agriculture” in collaboration with the Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) and the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE). Held at the KVK Campus, the event brought together various stakeholders to explore sustainable agricultural practices. Dr. S.S. Aulakh, Associate Director (Training) […]

Training Programme under TSP Nanotechnology in Fisheries and Allied Sectors: Applications and Future Prospects

5-Day Training Programme under TSP on Nanotechnology in fisheries and allied sectors: Applications and future prospects (02 – 06, September, 2024) Topics to be covered Introduction to nanotechnology Applications of nanomaterials in fisheries Synthesis of nanomaterials from natural sources Inorganic and organic nano materials: Sources, properties and application Characterization of nanomaterials Nano sensor development and […]

Punjab Government Honors Five PAU-PUB Startups on Independence Day

In a momentous event held on the occasion of the 78th Independence Day, the Punjab Government honoured 10 exemplary SHE startups, of which five have been incubated at Punjab Agri Business Incubator (PABI), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). These startups were felicitated for their remarkable contributions to the state’s burgeoning startup ecosystem. The event, attended by […]

The Festival of Teej was Celebrated with Great Fanfare at PAU

Wearing traditional Punjabi suits and juttis (footwear) with Phulkari draped around the shoulders, the women folk of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) electrified the atmosphere with their giddha and boliyan during the Teej festival celebrations in the University here on Tuesday. The entire atmosphere was surcharged with the festive spirit amid dhol beats and kickli. Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, PAU and Mr […]

Agriculture Officials and Scientists Imparted Training on Paddy Stubble Management at PAU

To curb the menace of stubble burning, the Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized ‘Training of Trainers on Paddy Straw Management to Control Straw Burning’ under Crop Residue Management (CRM) scheme. In total, 35 agriculture and agriculture development officers as well as AAEs from the State Department of Agriculture […]

PAU Hosts Key Stakeholder Meeting on Surface Seeder Technology for Paddy Residue Management

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, convened a significant meeting on August 08, 2024, bringing together over 100 stakeholders, including farmers, manufacturers, agriculture department officers, and PAU experts, to discuss the performance, issues, and improvements needed for the ‘Surface Seeder’ technology. The meeting provided a comprehensive platform to evaluate the current status of the Surface Seeder, […]

Organized Vocational Training Program on “Preparation of Nursery for Horticultural Crops” by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib.

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib organized a five-day training course on “Preparation of Paneeri for Horticultural Crops” to motivate rural youths on Paneeri preparation of fruits and vegetables from 06.08.2024 to 12.08. .up to 2024. The main objective of this training course was to impart knowledge about nursery management and motivate the learners towards more […]

Skill Development Training Program on “Breeding and Seed Production of Indian Major Carps”

Organized at Freshwater Fish Farm (FWFF), Balabhadrapuram, ICAR-CIFE, Kakinada A 5-days Skill Development Training Program was organized on “Breeding and Seed Production of Indian Major Carps” by the Freshwater Fish Farm (FWFF), Balabhadrapuram, ICAR-CIFE, Kakinada Centre from 19 to 23 August 2024 for the designated community under the SCSP fund. The program gave trainees hands-on […]

“Entrepreneurship Scope for Students in Environmental Impact Assessment”

The Aquatic Environment and Health Management Division, ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai, organised an awareness workshop on “Entrepreneurship Scope for Students in Environmental Impact Assessment” on 14th August 2024 under the aegis of National Agricultural Higher Education Project. The workshop aimed to introduce students to the principles and practices of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), […]

PAU Scientists Play an Important Role in Global Wheat Research Published in Nature

Two eminent researchers from Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana—Dr. Parveen Chhuneja and Dr. Satinder Kaur as a part of a groundbreaking international study titled “Origin and Evolution of the Bread Wheat D Genome,” published in Nature on August 14, 2024, have made significant strides in understanding wheat evolution and unlocking novel genetic variations, paving the […]

Poster Making and Poetry Event to Highlight International Youth Day by PAU

The Directorate of Students Welfare, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organized a poster-making and poetry event focusing on the themes of “Anti-Ragging” and “Youth Power” to celebrate International Youth Day on August 12. The event saw enthusiastic participation from students across PAU’s constituent colleges. The event was graced by Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor of PAU, […]

Interface Workshop on “Fostering Student Entrepreneurship for Next Generation Aquaculture”

In recognition of the pivotal role of entrepreneurship in advancing the frontiers of aquaculture, the Division of Aquaculture, ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai, organised the Interface Workshop on “Fostering Student Entrepreneurship for Next Generation Aquaculture.” on 2nd August, 2024 sponsored by NAHEP. This initiative aimed mainly to cultivate a ground for innovation, sustainability, and […]

Annual Regional Workshop for Krishi Vigyan Kendras of Bihar and Jharkhand Kicks Off at Bihar Agricultural University

The three-day Annual Regional Workshop for Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) of Bihar and Jharkhand, organized by ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Patna, commenced at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour. The event was inaugurated with a gathering of prominent figures from the agricultural sector, including Vice Chancellor D.R. Singh, who highlighted the vital role of KVKs […]

National Seminar Aqua Food Excellence: Innovations in Post-Harvest Fisheries

About the seminar The National Seminar on ‘Aqua Food Excellence: Innovations in Post-Harvest Fisheries’, scheduled from 2 – 4 September, 2024, at the ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technology in Kochi, Kerala, is set to be a landmark event in the field of aquatic food science. This seminar will delve into the latest advancements and innovations […]

ICAR-CIFE Organizes Training Program on “Aqua Business Models for Promoting Aquapreneurship”

ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai organised Bihar Kosi Basin Development Project-2 (BKBDP-2), Bihar Government sponsored 5 days training program on “Aqua Business Models for Promoting Aquapreneurship” for fish farmers from Bihar State in two batches during 5-9 August, 2024 and 17-21, August, 2024. Total 32 farmer trainees (All male) attended the course representing different districts of Bihar. This […]

ICAR-CIFE and VAMNICOM Sign MoU to Strengthen Fisheries Cooperatives

In a significant stride towards fostering collaboration in the field of cooperative management within the fisheries and aquaculture sector, the Central Institute of Fisheries Education (ICAR-CIFE), Mumbai and the Vaikunth Mehta National Institute of Cooperative Management (VAMNICOM), Pune signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on August 26, 2024. The ceremony, held at the ICAR-CIFE campus […]

Program under SCSP Scheme Workshop/Hands-on Training on Bioinformatics Essentials: Navigating Integrative Omics Data

Introduction Bioinformatics is a fast-growing field both at the level of Academia and Industry. Bioinformatics is crucial in advancing and improving various aspects of aquaculture and fisheries. It involves the application of computational and analytical methods to biological data, which can lead to significant advancements in understanding, managing, and enhancing aquatic organisms’ health, productivity, and […]

Farmers’ Program Organized by ICAR- CTCRI

Honourable Prime Minister’s Release of 109 ICAR-Developed Crop Varieties On August 11th, 2024, at 11:00 AM, the HonтАЩble Prime Minister proudly released 109 crop varieties developed by ICAR. To mark this significant achievement, ICAR-CTCRI organized a special event involving our dedicated farmers, with 55 farmers in attendance. Dr. G Byju inaugurated the program, with Dr. […]

A Sweet Potato Agri-Food System Project in Attappadi

Christened Punarjeevanam and jointly launched with the State Kudumbashree Mission, Government of Kerala, ICAR-CTCRI proudly inaugurated this innovative sweet potato agri-food system project in Attappadi. This initiative is set to bring new life to sustainable farming practices in the region! ri. M.B. Rajesh, Hon’ble Minister for Local Self Governments, Rural Development, and Excise, inaugurated the program online. […]

ICAR-CMFRI joins ‘Plant4Mother’ Campaign for a Greener Tomorrow

The ICAR- Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) joined the ‘Plant4Mother’ campaign launched by the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi on the occasion of the World Environment Day. Saplings of various fruit trees were planted at the premises of ICAR-CMFRI’s headquarters, Kochi and its residential quarters in Thevara on 20th August 2024. The drive was […]

Execution of Global Campaign for #एक_पेड़_माँ_के_नाम#Plant4Mother at ICAR-IIHR

The momentum for the Global Campaign for #एक_पेड़_माँ_के_नाम#Plant4Mother was launched on the World Environment Day 2024 at ICAR-IIHR Bengaluru. This Campaign was launched to encourage people to plant trees for protecting and preserving the Mother Earth. As per the directions of Government of India, the staff and students of ICAR-IIHR planted the saplings of fruit […]

Asian Fisheries Society, in Collaboration with ICAR, is organizing 14th Asian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum (14AFAF)

The Asian Fisheries Society (AFS), in collaboration with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), is organizing the 14th Asian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum (14AFAF) during 12-15 February 2025. The forum, themed “Greening the Blue Growth in Asia-Pacific,” aims to address key issues in developing sustainable fisheries and aquaculture in the region. Important Dates Start of Registration    […]

Parthenium Awareness Week (16-22 August, 2024) at CHES, ICAR-IIHR Bhubaneswar

The Central Horticultural Experiment Station (CHES), ICAR-IIHR, Bhubaneswar successfully observed “Parthenium Awareness Week” from August 16 to 22, 2024. The week-long event was organized to raise awareness about the invasive weed Parthenium hysterophorus, commonly known as Congress grass/Carrot grass, which poses a significant threat to agriculture, biodiversity, and human health. Dr Satyapriya Singh, Scientist, Entomology, provided […]

PAU-RRS, Faridkot and NABARD made Dragon Fruit Cultivation Popular Among Farmers.

The PAU’s Regional Research Station, Faridkot organized training-cum-demonstration on “Dragon Fruit Cultivation” on August 09, 2024 under the NABARD-funded project entitled “Popularization of Dragon Fruit Cultivation in district Faridkot.” The training was attended by 20 selected farmers of district Faridkot for setting up of 20 Dragon Cultivation and Demonstration Units (DCDUs) for promoting this crop. […]

Dairy Farming Training Program Concluded at PAU-KVK Fatehgarh Sahib

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Fatehgarh Sahib concluded a skill-oriented training programme on “Dairy Farming,” held from July 2 to July 12, 2024. The training, guided by Dr. Vipin Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training) at KVK Fatehgarh Sahib, saw the participation of 16 farmers and young individuals from across the district. Dr. G.P.S. […]

PAU Organized ‘Training of Trainers on Paddy Straw Management’

The Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a “Training of Trainers on Paddy Straw Management to Control Straw Burning” for agriculture officers, agriculture development officers and AAEs of the Department of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare, Punjab. Seventeen participants from Amritsar, Tarntarn, Sangrur, Malerkotla, Faridkot and Moga attended the training […]

ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Dehradun has Organized the Valedictory Function of Regular Training Course (127th batch)

ICAR-Indian institute of soil and water conservation, Dehradun has organized the valedictory function of 127th batch regular training “Certificate course on soil and water conservation and watershed management” on Aug. 21, 2024. The programme was featured by certificate distribution to the officer trainees for successful completion of four-month training programme w.e.f. 22nd April to 21st […]

ICAR- IISWC, Dehradun Organized 19th Parthenium Awareness Week Programme in TSP village Pata

The ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun organized Parthenium Awareness Week from August 16 to 22, 2024 under the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) of the institute. Under this week long programme, Parthenium awareness day was celebrated on August 16, 2024 in Pata Village of Kalsi block, Dehradun, engaging a total of 60 participants including men, women and school going children. These villages are […]

The 78th Independence Day Celebrated at ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun on August

The 78th Independence Day celebrations were organized at ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Dehradun. Dr. Charan Singh, Acting Director of the Institute, hoisted the flag and in his address on the occasion said “Today is a day of pride, excitement and joy for us. Our country has faced many difficulties in the fight […]

Weed Management and Carrot Grass Management in Major Crops Pantnagar

21 August 2024. Under the Carrot Grass Awareness Week and Training Program in the University, a program was organized in village Parma, Block Haldwani District – Nainital, in which while addressing the farmers, Project Officer Dr. S. P. Singh highlighted the damages caused by carrot grass and its management. The farmers told that we are […]

Inauguration of Carrot Grass(Parthenium Hysterophorus) Awareness and Eradication Week Pantnagar

16 August 2024. Carrot Grass (Parthenium hystrophorus) Awareness and Management Week was inaugurated at Norman E. Borlaug, Crop Research Center, under the chairmanship of Acting Vice Chancellor and Dean Agriculture Dr. Shivendra Kashyap, in which Director Research Dr. Ajit Singh Nain, Head of Department, Department of Agronomy Dr. Subhash Chandra; Joint Director, Crop Research Center, […]

Training Course on Nursery Rearing Techniques Concluded at PAU

A five-day training course on “Nursery Raising Techniques for Horticultural Crops” concluded at the Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). A total of 32 farmers attended the course, deigned under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education. Dr (Mrs) Rupinder Kaur, Associate Director (Skill Development), said that the course equipped the trainees with the […]

78th Independence Day of the Country Celebrated in Pantnagar

August 16, 2024. The 78th Independence Day of the country was celebrated with great enthusiasm in the university. The Vice Chancellor of the University, Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan, hoisted the flag at Tarai Bhawan and Gandhi Park and made the students, teachers, officers and employees take a pledge to serve the country. He remembered the […]

Tree Plantation Done at Rudraksh Bhawan of the University

Tree plantation done at Rudraksh Bhawan of the University Pantnagar. 13 August 2024 | In view of environmental protection, a tree plantation program was organized in the campus of Rudraksh Bhawan of the University under the campaign ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ of the Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi under the leadership of Vice […]

On the Occasion of the First Arrival of the Honorable Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister of India, Shri Shivraj Singh Chauhan on the Green Sacred Land of Bihar

On 23.08.2024, on the occasion of the first arrival of the Honorable Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister of India, Shri Shivraj Singh Chauhan on the green sacred land of Bihar, a one-day exhibition of Bihar’s heritage Makhana, Magahi Paan, Bhagalpuri Katarni rice and other main agricultural products like tea, potato, China banana, various types of […]

A Plantation Drive was Organized at MBAC, Agwanpur, Saharsa

A plantation drive was organized at MBAC, Agwanpur, Saharsa on 06-08-2024 under the chairmanship of Prof. (Dr.) Arunima Kumari, Associate Dean-cum-Principal, MBAC. The plantation drive was conducted adhering as per the green area cover mandate of the university and all the scientific staff were present in the programme. Read more: https://bausabour.ac.in/news-gallery.aspx

Emerging Women Agricultural Economists from PAU Excel at International Conference

Agricultural Economists from the Department of Economics and Sociology at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) made a significant impact at the prestigious 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists (ICAE 2024), held from August 2nd to 7th in New Delhi. The event, inaugurated by Honorable Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, marked a historic return to India after […]

Mushroom Cultivation Training Course, Krishi Science Centre, Pathankot (Ghoh)

A 5-day training course for mushroom cultivation was conducted on 05.08.2024 to 09.08.2024 by the team of Krishi Science Center, Pathankot (Ghoh) of Punjab Agricultural University Ludhiana under the direction of Director Extension Education. Dr. Deputy Director of Krishi Science Center, Pathankot (Ghoh). According to information from Narinderdeep Singh ji, 17 beneficiaries participated in this […]

PAU-KVK Ferozepur Organized Collaborative Training on Agricultural Demand Side Management

The Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Ferozepur, under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education and the leadership of Dr GPS Sodhi, Additional Director of Extension Education, PAU, organized a one-day training camp on August 8, 2024. The programme, conducted in collaboration with the Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA), focused on […]

BAU Gets Two Awards in Sustainable Agriculture Conference

Bihar Agricultural University Sabour was awarded two awards in the ongoing sustainable agriculture conference and awards program 7.08.2024 in New Delhi. The first was the “Extension & Training Excellence Award” and the second was the “Green Harvest Innovator award”. The university’s Director of Extension Education Dr. R.K. Sohane and Co-Director of Extension Education Dr. R.N. […]

95 Organic Farmers Attended the Training Camp at PAU

“Ban plastic and make use of stainless steel in kitchens as they more cost-effective, sustainable, durable and safe to use,” advised Dr (Mrs) Sharanbir Kaur Bal, Head, Department of Resource Management and Consumer Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), while speaking on the use of utensils for healthy cooking during the monthly training camp of PAU […]

PAU Celebrates Cotton’s Virus-Resistant Success; VC Prompts Emulation

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, achieved a historic milestone by being the first to use the wild cotton species Gossypium armourianum to develop resistance against Cotton Leaf Curl Disease (CLCuD) in American cotton. This breakthrough, expected to boost cotton production in North India, was celebrated in a meeting led by the Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Satbir Singh […]

Training on Energy Conservation and Efficiency by PAU- KVK Fatehgarh Sahib

On August 7, 2024, PAU- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Fatehgarh Sahib, in collaboration with the Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA), conducted a comprehensive training and awareness programme focused on energy conservation and efficiency. The event was attended by approximately 60 farmers and other stakeholders. Dr. Ajay Kumar, Assistant Professor (Soil Science), inaugurated the workshop by […]

Training on Energy Conservation and Efficiency by PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur

On August 6, 2024, PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Hoshiarpur, in collaboration with the Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) and the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), organized a training and awareness programme on “Energy Conservation and Energy Efficiency” at its campus. Dr. Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training) at KVK Hoshiarpur, welcomed the experts and farmers, […]

PAU Hosts a Monthly Training Camp for Members of the Progressive Beekeepers Association

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organized 7.08.2024 a monthly training camp for the PAU Progressive Beekeeper’s Association (Regd.) members at the Skill Development Centre. Dr T.S. Riar, Additional Director of Communication and Programme Director, guided the camp, which saw 35 enthusiastic beekeepers participate. The event began with a welcome address by S. Jagtaar Singh, Secretary […]

Tree Planting Campaign by PAU-RRS Ballowal Sonkhri with the Support of Forest Department

A successful plantation drive was organized at the PAU- Regional Research Station in Ballowal Saunkhri, collaborating with the Department of Forest & Wildlife, Punjab. During the event, approximately 500 trees of 30 native species of Punjab were planted to create a mini-forest and a tree biodiversity park. Dr. Manmohanjit Singh, Dean of PAU-College of Agriculture, […]

Training on Grafting Technology in Vegetable Crops

ABOUT THE TRAINING Learn about the basics and hands on experience on grafting technology in vegetable crops. Opportunity to learn more about crop specific grafting techniques and also to know more about imparting resistance on soil borne diseases, nematodes and environmental stresses. Production, management and handling of grafted seedlings on large scale. MODULE OF THE […]

Initiation of Green Drive in Village Ramnagar Chhanna Adopted by PAU-FASC Sangrur

In a dedicated effort to promote environmental sustainability and agricultural awareness, 5.08.2024 the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC) Sangrur launched a green drive in the adopted village of Ramnagar Chhanna. The initiative, supported by the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor and Director of Extension Education at PAU, involved the distribution of over 100 […]

New Hope for Cotton Crop: PAU Reveals Virus-Resistant Breeding Lines

3.08.2024 In a groundbreaking achievement, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, has become the first research institute globally to successfully utilize the wild cotton species Gossypium armourianum to incorporate resistance against Cotton Leaf Curl Disease (CLCuD) in American cotton. This significant development was revealed by Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor of PAU, who emphasized that cultivating […]

Poultry Farming Training Program Hosted by PAU-Agriculture Center Hoshiarpur

PAU- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Bahowal, under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, organized a vocational training programme on poultry farming from 22nd to 26th July 2024. The programme saw active participation from 61 farmers, farm women, and rural youth, providing them with valuable insights and hands-on experience in various aspects of poultry farming. […]

PAU Pabi Startup Innovates Apple Harvesting with Groundbreaking Apple Catcher

Agro Tech Plant, a dynamic startup under the PAU- Punjab Agri-Business Incubator (PABI), has unveiled the Apple Catcher, a groundbreaking machine designed to revolutionize apple harvesting. Led by the innovative Ishfaq Ahmed Wani, this startup aims to enhance efficiency and reduce labour costs in apple orchards. The Apple Catcher is a versatile and portable machine […]

Organization of Orientation Course Cum Induction Training Program by PAU

PAU’s Department of Extension Education & Communication Management, College of Community Science is organizing 21 days ‘Orientation course cum Induction Training Programme’ from August 2.08.2024 to 23.08.2024 . The course was inaugurated today by Dr Kiran Bains, Dean, College of Community Science. This year twenty three participants from different departments, Krishi Vigyan Kendras and Regional […]

Training Programme on “Advances in Production Technologies & Seed Production in Papaya”

Date: 21th August 2024 Last date for application: 20th August 2024 Time of Training: 9.30 am to 5.30 pm, Venue:-VC Room, ICAR-IIHR Course Director: Dr. C. Vasugi, Principal Scientist, Division of Fruit Crops Course Co-Director: Mrs. Anushma.P.L., Dr. PVR Reddy & Dr. Sriram Course Co-Ordinator’s: Dr. M.V. Dhananjaya, CEO & Dr. D. Kalaivanan, Treasurer, BESST-HORT […]

ICAR-IIHR’s Climate-Resilient and Nutrient-Rich Crop Varieties will be Dedicated to the Nation by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi

The ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR) in its six decades of research on fruits, vegetables, flower crops and medicinal crops has come out with 327 varieties/hybrids and 154 technologies. Improved and stress tolerant varieties/hybrids developed at the institute include fruit crops (38), vegetable crops (149) and flower and medicinal crops (140).  Several varieties were […]

PAU-KVK Patiala led Tree Planting Campaign in Allowal Village

The PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala, organized a successful tree plantation campaign in the adopted village of Allowal. The event saw enthusiastic participation from over 60 farmers and farm women. Dr. Gurupdesh Kaur, Professor cum Incharge at KVK Patiala, emphasized the numerous benefits of tree plantation, including pollutant absorption, water quality improvement, shade provision in rural […]

Balancing Tradition and Health: the Case of Mustard and Canola Oil

Edible oil consumption in India is largely community-driven, varying by region based on traditional cooking habits, local availability, and climatic conditions. This interdependence of agriculture, culinary traditions, and health forms a virtuous cycle. For instance, in the northeastern, northern, and eastern regions, mustard oil is popular for its pungent flavour, integral to local cuisine. However, […]

PAU – Krishi Science Centre, Amritsar and Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) Organized an Awareness and Training Program for Farmers on Energy Efficiency and Conservation at Ground Level.

Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Amritsar and Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) organized an awareness and training program for farmers on 31.07.2024, on Wednesday, taking the initiative to increase energy efficiency and conservation at ground level. On this occasion Dr. Associate Director of Krishi Vigyan Kendra. Bikramjit Singh, inspired the use of […]

Demonstration of Micronutrient Deficiency Management in Guava Orchards by PAU-FASC Sangrur

As part of its ongoing efforts to support farmers with practical knowledge and techniques to enhance crop health and yield, the Punjab Agricultural University—Farm Advisory Service Centre (PAU-FASC) in Sangrur conducted a series of demonstrations on identifying and controlling micronutrient deficiencies in guava orchards. The sessions were held in the villages of Mangwal, Samundgarh, and […]

PAU-KVK Pathankot Organised Training Programme on Energy Conservation in Agriculture

PAU- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Pathankot, organized a one-day training programme on  30.07.2024 Energy Conservation in the Agriculture Sector under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. The event, held in collaboration with the Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) and the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), saw 75 participants, including […]

PAU’s Innovative PAB Startups Shine at Ambala FPO Fair

PAU-PABI trained three pioneering startups: Master Brain Agro Pvt Ltd, Green Affair Sustainable Pvt Ltd, and Agsure Innovations Pvt Ltd drew significant attention and interest at the FPO Mela held in Ambala city from July 26 to 28, which brought together farmers, entrepreneurs, and consumers in a vibrant showcase of products and innovations. Organized by […]

PAU-KVK Sangrur Starts Tree Planting Campaign to Increase Greenery in Divangarh Khampur

In a concerted effort to enhance environmental safety, PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur, under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, organized a tree plantation campaign in the adopted village of Dewangarh Kaimpur. The campaign saw enthusiastic participation from 80 farmers and farm women, all committed to increasing the village’s green […]

Need to be Aware of the Problem of Wilting in Paddy

For the past few days,30.07.2024 there have been complaints from various districts of Punjab about some dead plants in paddy. There can be many reasons for plant wilting. Scientists of Punjab Agriculture University are fully aware of this and are investigating it. Meanwhile, zinc deficiency has been observed in many places, which can be one […]

PAU- KVK Ropar Empowers Farmers with Comprehensive Pig Rearing Training

In a significant effort to enhance the livestock sector, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Ropar, under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, and ICAR ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, organized an extensive training programme on pig farming from 23rd to 29th July 2024. The program aimed to equip local farmers and rural youth with skills and knowledge […]

High Density Planting in Fruit Crops

ABOUT THE TRAINING To create awareness about importance of high density planting system with the aim to enhance the production and productivity of fruit crops. and improve conceptual as well as practical knowledge on establishing new nursery with latest propagation techniques and maintenance; to know to the state and central governments schemes available to establishment […]

PAU-Agriculture Science Centre, Patiala Organizes Training Course for Anganwadi workers

Fruits from Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, Patiala A one-day training course on vegetable maintenance was organized. In which from different villages of Patiala district like Dhanaura, Dauda, ​​Harigad, Naura, Sukhewal etc. About 52 Anganwadi workers participated. This training course is given by Dr. It was organized under the able leadership […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bathinda and Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) have launched the Energy at Grassroots Level. Savings Related Training Program Organized

Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Bathinda and Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) has taken initiatives to increase energy efficiency and conservation at the grassroots level. Awareness and training programs were organized for farmers. On this occasion, Deputy Director of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Dr. Gurdeep Singh Sidhu, has introduced various techniques like Happy […]

Punjab Agricultural University Skill Development Centre Organised Training Course on Dragon Fruit Cultivation in Punjab

The Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a one-day Training Course on “Cultivation of Dragon Fruits in Punjab” for in-service candidates under the guidance of Dr M.S. Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, here today. A total of seven participants from the Department of Horticulture, Punjab, and Scientists from Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVK) attended […]

Training on Poultry Farming was Organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Gurdaspur

A 5-day training program on Poultry Farming was organized by 26.07.2024Krishi Science Center of Punjab Agricultural University, Gurdaspur. In which 50 students of district Gurdaspur participated and received training In this training program Dr. Ankush Paroch, Assistant Professor (Poultry Science) gave detailed and practical information to the learners about chicken maintenance, feeding, chicken breeds and […]

PAU-KVK Gurdaspur Launches Plantation Drive in Village Khokhar

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Gurdaspur conducted a successful plantation drive in Village Khokhar on 26.07.2024 , an area adopted under the NICRA project. Dr Sarbjit Singh Aulakh, Associate Director of Training at KVK Gurdaspur, led the event, which emphasized the crucial role of trees in combating global warming. Dr Aulakh […]

PAU Skill Development Center Hosts Agricultural Skill Training Program for Rural Youth

The Skill Development Centre, under the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, conducted a 26-day training course titled Agricultural Skills Training Program for Rural Youth. This course was sponsored by the Syngenta Foundation India, Pune, Maharashtra, and guided by Dr Makhan Singh Bhullar, Director of Extension Education. Dr Kuldeep Singh, Head of […]

Hosts from PAU’s Skill Development Center Imparted Training on Advanced Vegetable Cultivation Techniques

The Skill Development Centre, under the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, conducted a comprehensive five-day training course on Vegetable Cultivation, including hydroponics, soilless, rooftop, and poly house methods. The training, held from July 22 to 26, 2024, was aimed at farmers and farm women of Punjab, providing them with valuable skills […]

Inspection Visit for Nutrient Deficiency in Paddy and Guava Plantations by PAU-FASC Sangrur

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC) Sangrur recently conducted diagnostic visits to Kheri, Kamalpur, and Dhandoli Kalan villages in district Sangrur. The visits focused on identifying and addressing nutritional deficiencies in paddy and guava orchards and monitoring the incidence of foot rot in Basmati rice. In the village of Kheri, Dr […]

PAU KVK Jalandhar Hosted Field Day on Soil, Water and Energy Conservation

The PAU Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Jalandhar, in collaboration with the Department of Soil and Water Engineering, PAU Ludhiana, organized an educational field day 26.07.2024 dedicated to soil, water, and energy conservation. The event attracted 63 farmers eager to learn about sustainable agricultural practices from leading experts. Dr. Angrej Singh, Senior Agronomist from the Department […]

PAU Concluded Training Course on Bakery and Confectionery for Women Skill Development

The Department of Food and Nutrition, College of Community Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, concluded a five-day specialized training course on 26.07.2024 Bakery and Confectionery. Organized under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, the course aimed to empower women by enhancing their culinary skills in baking. The training attracted 34 participants, including […]

PAU Trains Startups with Crop Residue Conversion at wash Innovation Challenge

In a significant achievement, PAU-trained start-up 26.07.2024 CRASTE has emerged as the winner of the esteemed WASH Innovation Challenge, recognized for its groundbreaking work in transforming crop residue into value-added products. These products, which specifically impact the furniture and packaging industries, underscore CRASTE’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and climate resilience. The WASH Innovation Challenge, focused […]

Pau-Fasc Kapurthala Hosted Kisan Camp and “Clean and Green Drive” in village Bibiri

The Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC) Kapurthala organized a Farmers’ Training Camp cum “Clean and Green Drive” in the PAU-adopted village of Bibri. The event, focusing on the significance of fruit plantations for human health and environmental sustainability, saw the participation of around 300 farmers. The village Sarpanch, Mr Jasbir Singh Thind, was the chief […]

Farmer-Scientist Meeting Organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana, Patiala

Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana, Patiala organized an agricultural scientist meeting on tomato crop production and plant protection techniques at village Asarpur on 25.07.2024. About 80 farmers from Asarpur, Jogipur, Fatehpur, Kartarpur and Punia villages participated in this meeting. The scientists of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala as well as the scientists of […]

PAU Organizes Plantation Drive to Promote Greenery in Village Beela

The Department of Extension Education at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organized a plantation drive on July 24, 2024, in Village Beela, Block Pakhowal. Around 25 farmers and farm women participated, united under the theme “Plant a tree today for a better tomorrow.” Dr. Kuldeep Singh, Head of the Department of Extension Education, emphasized the critical […]

PAU Advocates for Agricultural Diversification at Kisan Committee Meeting

The Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organized a significant meeting of the PAU Kisan Committee and PAU Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association at Pal Auditorium today. During the event, PAU Vice Chancellor Dr Satbir Singh Gosal underscored the importance of agricultural diversification in Punjab. He emphasized the need for cultivating fruits and […]

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA) and its Regional Centres Organized Interaction Meet on with Brackishwater Aquaculture Farmers on 11th August 2024 in Connection with Hon’ble Prime Minister’s Programme vis-à-vis Release of 109 Crop Varieties Developed by the ICAR

ICAR–Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (CIBA), Chennai and its regional centres at Kakdwip, West Bengal and Navsari, Gujarat have organized an interaction meeting with Brackishwater aquaculture farmers at its Muttukadu Experimental Station (MES), Chennai on 11th August 2024 during the occasion of dedication of 109 bio-fortified and climate resilient crops varieties developed by the ICAR […]

ICAR-CIBA Conducted on-Farm Training Cum Farmers Meeting on Brackishwater Aquaculture technology options for the SC/ST fishers of Shahada, Balasore, Odisha

ICAR-CIBA conducted an on-farm farmers’ interaction meet on “Adoption of Brackishwater technologies as additional livelihood options for the scheduled caste and schedule tribe fishers” for the SC/ST farmer groups of Shahada Village of Odisha. Apart from SC/ST beneficiaries fish/shrimp farmers from nearby villages of the panchayat attended the meet held on 7th Aug 2024. Around 130 […]

ICAR-CIBA Organised a Workshop and Exposure Visit on Recycling of Fish Waste to Value-Added Products for the Coastal Communities at Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA), Chennai, conducted a workshop and exposure visit in collaboration with Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, on “Recycling of fish waste to value added products, CIBA-Planktonplus and CIBA-Hortiplus” for empowering and uplifting the lives of coastal communities at Olaikuda village, Rameswaram taluk, Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu during 1st – 2nd August 2024. This program […]

ICAR-CIBA New Startup Initiative with M/s. Nutrigene Biosciences Pvt.Ltd., for Evaluating the Effectiveness of Plant Based Vitamin D3 in Shrimp Feeds

ICAR-CIBA joined hands with the team of Nutrigene Biosciences Pvt.Ltd, Telangana, a technology driven company working on high value botanical molecules startup firm based in Hyderabad on 25th July 2024. Nutrigene Biosciences primary focus is on providing high value botanicals and other novel standardized plant extracts to the nutraceuticals, food, feed and cosmetic industry. The […]

PAU-RRS Gurdaspur Conduct’s Camp Under Nabard Project on ‘Zinc and Iron Biofortified Aromatic Rice’

Punjab Agricultural University’s (PAU) Regional Research Station (RRS) at Gurdaspur conducted a successful Awareness Camp at village Jandi, Block Dina Nagar, on July 22, 2024. The programme was held under the NABARD-funded project on ‘Zinc and Iron Biofortified Aromatic Rice’. Dr. Vivek Sharma, Soil Chemist (Soil Science), In-charge, AICRP (micronutrients)-cum-Co-PI of the Project, detailed about […]

PAU-KVK Gurdaspur Organizes Training Programme on IPM in Basmati

Punjab Agricultural University-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (PAU-KVK) at Gurdaspur organised a Training Programme on IPM in Basmati in village Behlolpur (Block: Dera Baba Nanak) in collaboration with Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare & National Centre for Integrated Pest Management (NCIPM) today, July 23, 2024. The event saw the participation of 170 farmers. Sh. Satwinder Singh […]

PAU – KVK Patiala Organizes Lead Farmers Training Programme on Water Conservation and Management of Natural Resources

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (PAU-KVK) at Patiala organised a Lead Farmers Training Programme in collaboration with CIPT today, July 23, 2024. The event saw the participation of 85 leading farmers from different blocks of district Patiala. Dr. Hardeep Kumar, Operation Manager, CIPT briefed the farmers about the programme and shared inputs for water […]

ICAR-CIBA participated in the Fisheries Summer Meet – 2024

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA) participated in the Fisheries Summer Meet-2024 organised by the Department of Fisheries, Government of India on 12th July 2024 at Ida Scutter Auditorium, Madurai, Tamil Nadu. The exhibition stall of ICAR -CIBA displayed the technologies developed by the institute. It consisted of candidate species of shellfish and finfishes suitable for […]

ICAR CIBA and MSSRF Jointly Observed National Fish Farmers Day

Fish farmers play a crucial role in increasing the fish production. Fish farmers day is celebrated to commemorate the first breeding achievement of Dr Hiralal Choudhary in Carps in July 10 1956. ICAR CIBA and Fish for All Research and Training Centre of MSSRF Poompuhar jointly celebrated the same on 10 th November 2024 at […]

Shri.Shivaraj Singh Chouhan, Hon’ble Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare & Rural Development, Govt. of India Visited ICAR-CIBA, Chennai and Reviewed the Research and Development Programmes

Shri.Shivaraj Singh Chouhan, Hon’ble Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare & Rural Development, Govt. of India and the President of Indian Council of Agricultural Research visited ICAR-CIBA, Chennai and its Experimental Station at Muttukadu, Chennai and reviewed the Research and Development programmes during 5-6th July, 2024. The minister has visited the institute’s research labs and […]

ICAR-CIBA Conducted an on-Farm Training Cum Interaction on Improved Nursery Rearing and Cage Culture of Seabass as an Additional Income Generation Activity Under the SCSP Programme

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA) conducted an on-farm training and interaction meeting at Kottaikkadu coastal village in Cheyyur Taluk of Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu on July 02, 2024, as part of the livelihood development initiatives under the Scheduled Caste Sub-plan. About 70 participants from the villages of Kottaikadu and Kolathur, participated in the training. During the programme Dr. Kuldeep Lal Kumar, Director, […]

Ex-Trainee Sammellan Cum Entrepreneur’s Interaction Held at PAU-KVK, Patiala

A one-day ex-trainee Sammellan cum Entrepreneurs Interaction was held at 23.07.2024 PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Patiala. Dr. Gurupdesh Kaur, Professor cum Incharge, introduced the concept of re-engaging trainees with KVK to share their experiences, provide feedback to scientists, and address the challenges faced in their entrepreneurial journeys. Dr Rachna Singla, Professor of Horticulture, offered insights […]

Preserving Mango Heritage: PAU’S Germplasm Bank Flourishes in Hoshiarpur

In a remarkable stride towards mango conservation and cultivation, Punjab Agricultural University’s22.07.2024 M.S. Randhawa Fruit Research Station at Dasuya (Gangian) Hoshiarpur has amassed an extensive germplasm of mango cultivars. This monumental effort, in collaboration with the Department of Fruit Science at PAU, Ludhiana, aims to preserve and enhance mango varieties for future improvements while supplying […]

Inspection of Direct Sowing Paddy Exhibitions by Extension Specialists of PAU – KVK, Sangrur

A team of extension experts from Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Punjab Agricultural University, Sangrur, inspected direct sowing paddy exhibitions at villages Mahalan, Dirba, Divangarh Camper, Rogla and Sangatpura. Giving more information about this, Dr. Mandeep Singh, Associate Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur said that during this visit, apart from zinc and iron deficiency, the problem […]

Global Conference on Nano Connect

Tamil Nadu Agricultural University The Tamil Nadu Agricultural University ranks among the premier State Agricultural Universities in India. It originated with the establishment of an Agricultural School at Saidapet, Madras, Tamil Nadu, in 1868, and was subsequently relocated to Coimbatore, becoming the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University in 1971. TNAU provides thirteen undergraduate, forty postgraduate, and […]

Professor Kothapalli Jayashankar Jayanthi Celebrations at RARS, Palem

Professor Kothapalli Jayashankar Sir’s Jayanthi was celebrated at Regional Agricultural Research station, Palem on 6th August, 2024 to commemorate his 91st birth anniversary. The programme was started with garlanding the photo of Professor Kothapalli Jayashankar by Dr. M. Malla Reddy, Associate Director of Research. Later, all the teaching, non teaching and ministerial staff of RARS, […]

Van Mahotsav 2024 Organized in PJTSAU, Rajendranagar Campus

The Van Mahostav-2024 programme was organized on 31.07.2024 in PJTSAU campus, Rajendranagar. Dr. P. Raghu Rami Reddy, Registrar and Director of Research, PJTSAU has participated as a Chief guest and enlightened all about importance of tree plantation. Further, he has explained in brief about significance of planting native tree species, their acclimatization and carbon sequestration […]

Method Demonstration on Natural Farming by KVK, Wyra at Kurnavalli

Natural farming can be defined as chemical- free farming and livestock based on agroecology. It is a diversified farming system that integrates crops, trees and livestock allowing the optimum use of functional biodiversity. It helps in regenerative agriculture that lend support to soil rejuvenation. Natural farming is related to fertility farming, organic farming, sustainable agriculture, […]

Awareness Programme on Crop Diversification, KVK Kampasagar, Tripuraram (M), Nalgonda District

KVK, Kampasagar in collaboration with ICAR-National Bureau of Soil Survey & Land Use Planning, Banglore conducted Awareness Programme on crop diversification and distributed vegetable seedlings to the farmers on 29.07.2024. During the training programme explained need and importance of Crop Diversification in present days and encouraged the farmers towards cultivation of different crops instead of […]

Plantation Drive Held Under Ek Ped Maa ke Naam Campaign

ALIGARH August 7: A plantation drive was held at the Aligarh Muslim University ABK High School (Girls) under the Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam campaign. The Vice Principal, Dr. Saba Hasan initiated the campaign and the school teachers, along with some students planted Gulmohar plants’ saplings in and around the school campus with an objective save the environment […]

Capacity Building Programme Starts to Enhance Research Skills

ALIGARH August 3:  The Department of Geography, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) inaugurated a two-week Capacity Building Programme, funded by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR). The programme aims at promoting research skills and methodologies among participants from across India. In her presidential remarks, AMU Vice Chancellor Prof. Naima Khatoon highlighted the importance of research […]

Two-Week Capacity Building Programme For Young Social Science Faculty Members

About the Workshop The Capacity Building Program on Academic Research Excellence for Young Faculty Members in Social Sciences is designed to empower and enhance the research capabilities of early-career academics in the field. This program aims to equip young faculty members with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their academic research endeavors and […]

90th Birth Anniversary of “Acharya Kothapalli Jayashankar” organized at Agricultural College, Adilabad

90th Birth Anniversary of “Acharya Kothapalli Jayashankar” was organized at Agricultural College, Adilabad on 06.08.2024. The programme started with garlanding the photo of Professor Kothapalli Jayashankar by Dr. B. Rajeswari, Associate Dean i/c., Agricultural College, Adilabad, followed by floral tributes by Dr. K. Bhanu Rekha, OIAM & Professor (Agro.); Dr. G. Anitha, Warden & Associate […]

International Conference on Precision Horticulture Advancing technologies for Sustainable Production, Food and Environment

India is leading in production and productivity of major horticultural crops by adopting hi- tech horticultural technologies. However, Indian horticultural crop production faces lot of challenges under changing climatic conditions. To address the environmental challenges, latest technological interventions and precision horticulture have to be adopted to enhance the productivity and environmental safety. In this view, […]

Sameti – Uttarakhand Organizes Training on ‘Organic Farming’ Pantnagar

Sameti – Uttarakhand organizes training on ‘organic farming’ Pantnagar. 7 August 2024 Sameti – Uttarakhand and District Administration, Bijapur (Chhattisgarh) are organizing ‘organic farming’ training for rural women of Bijapur district, which is one of the major areas affected by Naxalism, from August 06-11, 2024. According to the officials from the District Administration, Bijapur, the […]

Training Organized on National Pension System

Pantnagar. 5 August 2024. Dinesh Chandra Lohani, Director, Treasury, Pension and Entitlement, Dehradun had ordered to organize training programs related to National Pension System to smoothly implement the National Pension System (NPS) implemented in the state from 1.10.2005. In this context, a training was organized on National Pension System (NPS) related work and their responsibilities […]

BAU Celebrated its 15th Foundation Day, Two Day Conference Concluded

Bihar Agricultural University is celebrating its foundation day. The two-day conference organized on this occasion,5 th August “Innovations and Innovators at the Grassroots in Transformation of Agricultural Food Systems”, concluded today. On this occasion, Hon’ble Minister of Rural Development, Government of Bihar, Shri Shravan Kumar participated as the chief guest. Before the start of the […]

National Conference on Grassroots Innovation and Innovators in Transformation of Agri-Food Systems Started at BAU

The national conference on “Grassroots Innovation and innovators in Transforming Agri-Food System” (GIITAS-2024) was inaugurated today on 04.08.2024 at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour. This national conference, which started on the eve of the 15th Foundation Day of the University, will continue till the Foundation Day on 05 August. Innovative farmers from across the state are […]

Innovative Radio was Launched

Today is not only the foundation day 5.08.2024 of the university but also the fifth foundation day of the community radio station broadcast from here. On this occasion a large radio set was inaugurated in the university campus. Programmes broadcast from the community radio station broadcast from the university will run 24 hours a day […]

PAU -KVK Kapurthala Promotes Eco-Friendly Trichocard Technology for Sugarcane Pest Management

Sugarcane, a vital cash crop in Punjab, thriving in tropical and sub-tropical climates. With 98,000 hectares under cultivation and a productivity rate of 825 quintals per hectare, sugarcane plays a significant role in the region’s agriculture. In Kapurthala, sugarcane is cultivated on 3,800 hectares, predominantly in the Phagwara block. However, this crop is often plagued […]

Interstate Cotton Meeting Addresses Key Issues and Strategies

An Interstate Consultative and Monitoring Committee meeting on cotton was convened at Kheti Bhawan, Bathinda, under the chairmanship of Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana. The meeting saw the participation of prominent figures in agriculture, including Dr. R.K. Raheja, Cane Commissioner, Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Punjab; Dr. Makhan […]

PAU-KVK, Moga Empowers Farmer’s with Comprehensive Poultry Farming Training

PAU-KVK, Moga, under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, successfully conducted a five-day vocational training program on Poultry Farming from July 15th to 19th, 2024. 35 candidates, including men and women farmers from the districts of Moga, Mansa, Ferozepur, Sri Muktsar Sahib, and Bathinda, participated in the training. The programme commenced with a warm […]

PAU-KVK Ferozepur Hosts’ Successful Lead Farmer Training Programmed

Under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, a one-day CIPT-sponsored training camp for farmers and farm women was held on July 18, 2024, at KVK Ferozepur. 68 participants attended the event. Experts delivered insightful lectures on water conservation technologies, soil health management, scientific cultivation, and adopting subsidiary occupations. Experts from PAU-FASC Ferozepur, […]

Pilot Scale Activity on Species Diversification in Carp Polyculture

26th July 2024, Cooch Behar ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Kolkata Centre, initiated a pilot scale activity to augment the productivity and profitability from the traditional carp polyculture practice on species diversification by introducing new species such as Jayanti rohu, silver barb, bata, pabda, and tengra for the first time in 20 farmer’s ponds in the […]

Capacity Building-cum-Awareness Programme on Fish Farming

25th July 2024, Varanasi ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources, Lucknow, organized a ‘Capacity Building-cum-Awareness and Fishery Inputs Distribution Programme for Fish Farming’ at ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kallipur, Varanasi, today under the guidance of Dr. Uttam Kumar Sarkar, Director, ICAR-NBFGR. The Chief Guest, Dr. Bijendra Singh, Vice-Chancellor, Acharya Narendra Dev University of Agriculture and Technology, Ayodhya, […]

Zonal Virtual Review Meeting of Farmer FIRST Programme Organized

29th July 2024, Jodhpur ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute-II, Jodhpur, organised a zonal virtual review meeting of the ‘Farmer FIRST Programme’ today on the major theme of integrating technologies and enriching knowledge under the chairmanship of Dr. R.R. Burman, Assistant Director General (Agil. Extn.) ICAR. The meeting aimed to review the ongoing programme mainly on various […]

A Training Camp was Organized by PAU-KVK, Sangrur on The Preparation, Preservation and use of Standard Maize Achar.

Farmers on Production, Storage and Utilization of Quality Silage for Dairy Cattle at Lehragaga by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur and Fodder, Millet and Nutrition Section, Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, PAU in collaboration with Genius Farmer Producer Company Limited, Punjab Agricultural University. A training camp was organized. In which about 70 farmers from different […]

ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ariyalur, Organised the Launch Event of the ‘Integrated Tribal Development Project’

22 July 2024, Hyderabad ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ariyalur, organised the launch event of the ‘Integrated Tribal Development Project’ funded by NABARD today. The project aimed to support 492 ST families belonging to nine villages in Udayarpalayam taluk of Ariyalur district for on-farm activities like milch animal rearing, goat rearing, poultry, mushroom, apiary, home gardens, and […]

ICAR-CIBA Decodes Genome of Mangrove Red Snapper Fish

The whole genome and full-length transcriptome of mangrove red snapper Lutjanus argentimaculatus, has been sequenced and assembled by scientists of ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture, Chennai. The fish is a valuable seafood commodity of economic value, aquaculture importance and high consumer demand and its breeding has been successful at the Institute. The assembled whole genome […]

Awareness-cum-Demonstration Programme on Ornamental Fish Culture

19th July 2024, Kerala ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa organised an awareness programme on ornamental fish culture was organised for the staff and differently abled students of the Sneharam Special School, Manalur, Thrissur coastal district in Kerala today. Dr. Sreekanth GB, Senior Scientist, ICAR-CCARI, interacted with the students of the special school and encouraged them […]

STEM Systems Pvt. Ltd. Receives the Best Fisheries Start-up Award from the Govt. of Kerala

10th July 2024, Kerala Shri. Arun Das NH, STEM Systems Pvt. Ltd., an incubate of KUFOS, Kochi and ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa has been conferred with the best fisheries Start-up Award by the Govt. of Kerala today during the National Fish Farmers Day Celebrations at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. He received the award for developing a […]

Mechanization in Cashew Cultivation and Post harvest Technology

ICAR-Directorate of Cashew Research, Puttur, aiming to build a tech-savvy agriculture ecosystem, organized a training on Mechanization in cashew cultivation and post-harvest technology. The programme was organized in 19 July collaboration with Food Chain, an organization based at Mangalore today. The training programme aimed to impart awareness about the importance of farm mechanization in pre-harvest […]

PAU-KVK Kapurthala Organizes Vocational Training on Preservation to Empower Women’s

From July 11th to 17th, 2024, PAU-KVK Kapurthala conducted a vocational training programme on preserving summer fruits and vegetables, successfully training 15 participants. Dr Harinder Singh, Associate Director (Training), highlighted that a 2022 Government of India study revealed significant 5-13% post-harvest losses in fruits and vegetables due to inadequate post-harvest management and minimal processing. This […]

PAU-KVK Sangrur and CIPT Collaborate for Lead Farmers’ Training Programme

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Sangrur, under the Directorate of Extension Education at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, organized a training programme in collaboration with the Centres for International Projects Trust (CIPT). Sixty-five lead farmers from various blocks in district Sangrur participated. Dr Mandeep Singh, Associate Director (Training), welcomed the participants and discussed the […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Participation in the 96th Foundation and Technology Day of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research at New Delhi

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) celebrated its 96th Foundation and Technology Day Program at the National Agricultural Science Complex, New Delhi, during July 15-16, 2024. The program was inaugurated by Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Hon’ble Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (A&FW) and Rural Development (MoRD), and the President of the Indian […]

ICAR celebrated its 96th Foundation Day

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) celebrated its 96th Foundation Day, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Hon’ble Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare & Rural Development and President of ICAR Society graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. He inaugurated the technology exhibition 2024. the exhibition displayed various technologies/products developed by ICAR. The major […]

Participation in Mango Festival- 2024 Organized by Chairman, National Media Club at Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur

National Media Club organized one day (July 11, 2024) Mango Festival cum Exhibition- 2024 at Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur. Scientists and Technical Officer of ICAR- CISH participated and showcased mango varieties. The festival was inaugurated by Honourable Member of Parliament, Kanpur city constituency Shri Ramesh Awasthi along with Honourable Minister […]

Report on NAHEP sponsored Academia-Industry Conclave Brainstorming Session on “Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Aquatic Animal Health Management”

An Academia-Industry Conclave and Brainstorming Session on ‘Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Aquatic Animal Health Management’ was organized by the Aquatic Environment and Health Management Division of ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai on July 18, 2024. The aim of the conclave was to motivate and encourage students of fish health towards entrepreneurship and make an acquaintance with the opportunities and […]

One-day Brainstorming Session on “Empowering Student Entrepreneurs: Innovating Aquafeed for Sustainable Aquaculture” organized at ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai and release of “CIFEGlowX” a Freshwater Ornamental Fish Feed

The Fish Nutrition, Biochemistry & Physiology (FNBP) Division of ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE), Mumbai, successfully organised a Brainstorming Session on “Empowering Student Entrepreneurs: Innovating Aquafeed for Sustainable Aquaculture” on 29th of July 2024. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. Dheer Singh, Director/Vice-Chancellor, NDRI Karnal, in the presence of Dr. Ravishankar CN, Director and […]

Pilot Scale Activity on Species Diversification in Carp Polyculture involving “Farmers into Research” at Cooch Behar by ICAR-CIFE

To augment the productivity and profitability from the traditional carp polyculture practice, ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Kolkata Centre initiated a pilot scale activity on species diversification by introducing new species such as Jayanti rohu, silver barb, bata, pabda and tengra for the first time in 20 farmer’s ponds in this area. This activity involving […]

Fish Farmer’s Day Celebration Freshwater Fish Farm, Balbhadrapuram, ICAR-CIFE, Kakinada Centre

The Fish farmer’s day celebration and a One-Day Awareness Program on Carp Breeding and Seed Production was organised at Freshwater Fish Farm (FWFF), Balbhadrapuram, ICARCIFE, Kakinada Centre on 10 July 2024. About 50 fish-farmers, members of farm-producer’s organizations, fish hatchery personnel and other stakeholders participated in the program. The members DWCRA of Bikkavolu Mandal, and […]

Capacity Building of the Stakeholders at CIFRI, HQ During July 2024

Every month, ICAR-CIFRI conducts a number of programmes to build the capacity of the stakeholders. July 2024 was an eventful month. Sixty-two farmers, and ten officials were trained at ICAR-CIFRI. An orientation programme was also organized for a group of 42 officials from Odisha. A seven days Training cum Capacity Building Programme on “Inland fisheries […]

Three days Training Programme on Microbiological Analysis of the Water Samples and Documentation as per IS 15185:2016 Requirement

Three days Training programme on “Microbiological analysis of the water samples and documentation as per IS 15185:2016 requirement” was Organized by Microbiology, Fermentation and Biotechnology Division, ICAR-CIFT, Cochin for the Staff of “Kerala Water Authority” during (17 -19 July, 2024). The training programme was conducted as a part of consultancy to support Quality Control Labs of […]

Sustainable Development in the Fish Processing Industry by Transition to Natural Refrigerants

State-of-the-art IQF tunnel freezer using CO2 refrigerant was inaugurated at Bellfoods Pvt. Ltd. Kochi on 20th June 2024 to take the country’s seafood export to the next level by adopting natural refrigerants. ICAR-CIFT, Kochi and NTNU, Norway under the collaborative project “Future Refrigeration India: INDEE+” sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs-Norway working on natural […]

ICAR- CIFT and Merck Collaborate on Innovative Food Safety Solutions and Rapid Test Kits

ICAR-CIFT signed a MoU with Merck Life Science Private Limited on 23rd of July 2024to develop test kits for the determination of foodborne pathogens and to develop food safety guidance documents and SOPs. Apart from this, the collaboration also aims to develop joint scientific projects, to develop methods for microbial detection, workflow development and provide […]

ICAR-CIFRI Hosts Field Day on Fish Safety and Wetland Management in Manika Maun, Muzaffarpur and Barila Chaur, Hazipur

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI) Barrackpore organized a field day at Manika Maun, Muzaffarpur, and Barila Chaur, Hazipur on 24.07.2024 and 25.07.2024 respectively. The event focused on discussing issues related to the safe environment for fish amidst climate change, the management of chaurs and mauns, and the changing water quality and nutrient value of […]

Unique Dwarf Tuberose Variety Sahyadri Vaman Commercialized by ICAR-DFR, Pune

ICAR- Directorate of Floricultural Research, Pune signed an MoU with Swift Agro Chemicals & Nutrients Pvt. Ltd., Lonikand, Tal: Haveli, Dist: Pune, Maharashtra for commercialization of unique dwarf tuberose variety “Sahyadri Vaman”. M/s Swift Agro Chemicals & Nutrients Pvt. Ltd. is one of the leading producers of quality planting material of seasonal flowers in the […]

RRC of ICAR-CIFA Holds Workshop on ‘Indigenous Fishes of Peninsular India: Present Status and Future Prospects’

The Regional Research Centre of ICAR Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIFA), Bengaluru organized a one-day workshop on ‘Indigenous fishes of Peninsular India: present status and future prospects’ at Bangalore on 20th July 2024, in association with Department of Fisheries, Government of Karnataka and Karnataka Science and Technology Academy (KSTA) to deliberate upon reviving indigenous […]

DG ICAR Inaugurates SMART Pond and Laid Foundation for Genome Editing Facility in Fish

ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture observed National Fish Farmers’ Day at its Headquarters, Bhubaneswar on 13th July 2024. Hon’ble Secretary, Department of Agriculture Research and Education & Director General, Indian Council of Agriculture Research Dr. Himanshu Pathak was the Chief Guest of the above programme. Among others Dr. Joykrushna Jena, Deputy Director General (Fisheries Science), […]

Breakthrough in Mariculture: ICAR-CMFRI Achieves Success in Induced Breeding and Captive Seed Production Giant Trevally-Caranx Ignobilis

In a landmark achievement for mariculture research, the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) succeeded in induced breeding and seed production of the giant trevally (Caranx ignobilis).Giant trevally is a fast-growing, important food fish that can be farmed in marine and estuarine cages, pens and coastal ponds. This fish can grow faster than pompanos and […]

Recognition for ICAR-CMFRI Technology During 96th ICAR Foundation & Technology Day

The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute’s (CMFRI) technology on ‘Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) of seaweed and fish farming in cages’ was recognized by ICAR during its 96th Foundation & Technology Day on 16th July, 2024. Dr. Johnson, B., Senior Scientist, Lead Developer of the technology received the certificate from the Hon’ble Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Shri. […]

National Fish Farmers Day Celebrated at Karwar Regional Station of ICAR-CMFRI with Innovative Demonstration of Cadalmin™ Silver-Grow Feed for Enhancing Silver Pompano Production

Karwar Regional Station of ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) celebrated the National Fish Farmers Day on 10th July 2024 by felicitating progressive marine and coastal cage farmers. During the event, selected progressive farmers from U.K. district were honored with certificates of appreciation for their excellence in marine and coastal cage farming. Presiding over the […]

CTCRI Organized Stakeholders Interface at Ambasamudram

A stakeholders interface programme on Improved technologies of tuber crops for sustainable income was organized on 26 July 2024 at ADH office, Ambasamudram, Tirunelveli. Mr. Elangovan, Deputy Director of Horticulture, Tirunelveli was the Chief Guest and inaugurated the interface. In his inaugural address he spoke about the technological interventions by ICAR-CTCRI for the development of […]

Ten days training program on “Soil Testing and Fertilizer Recommendations” organized for B.Sc Agriculture Students from Jharkhand Rai University at ICAR RCER FSRCHPR, Ranchi

The ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region, Farming Systems Research Centre for Hill and Plateau Region (FSRCHPR), Ranchi, successfully organized a ten-day student training program on “Soil Testing and Fertilizer Recommendations” from July 16 to July 30, 2024. This program was specifically designed for B.Sc. Agriculture students from Jharkhand Rai University, Ranchi, and was attended […]

Sensitization Workshop on Canopy Management in Perennial Fruit Crops held at CHES, ICAR-IIHR, Bhubaneswar

The Central Horticultural Experiment Station (CHES), ICAR-IIHR, Bhubaneswar has successfully organized an insightful workshop on “canopy management in perennial fruit crops” on July 26th, 2024. There was active participation of around 80 stakeholders including progressive farmers from three districts (Dhenkanal, Mayurbhanja, and Kendujhar) of Odisha, SMS of Krishi Vigyan Kendras and students& faculty members from […]

Training ‘Poultry Farming for Income Augmentation’ Organized by SAMETI—Uttarakhand

The institute organized ‘Poultry Farming for Income Augmentation Training’ from July 24 – 27, 2024. On the occasion of inauguration, Director Extension Education and SAMETI, Dr. Jitendra Kwatra said that poultry farming is a business which will help in increasing the income of farmers substantially. Using the poultry species developed by the university, farmers can […]

Inauguration Ceremony of Diploma Course DESI Pantnagar

Inauguration Ceremony of Diploma Course DESI Pantnagar. 30 July 2024. The inauguration program of one-year Diploma Course-DESI (Diploma in Agricultural Services for Input Dealers) was organized by the Directorate of Extension Education of the University on 27 July 2024. Diploma Course TP Number-2731 will be jointly organized by Samiti – Uttarakhand and Manage Hyderabad. On […]

NABARD will Support the University Pantnagar.

 July 25, 2024. A meeting of the Dean and Directors of the University with the Chief General Manager of National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) Mr. Vinod Kumar Bisht and other officials of NABARD was held in the Vice Chancellor’s Auditorium of the University under the chairmanship of Vice Chancellor Dr. Manmohan Singh […]

Need to Strengthen the means of Communication: Vice Chancellor Pantnagar

Need to strengthen the means of communication, Vice Chancellor Pantnagar. July 27, 2024. On the occasion of Harela festival in the Directorate of Communication of the University, the Vice Chancellor of the University, Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan, planted a drumstick plant in the premises of the Directorate of Communication. At the beginning of the program, […]

Student Sensitization-cum-Awareness Workshop”

Student Sensitization-cum-Awareness Workshop” was organized at MBAC, Agwanpur, Saharsa on 16-07-2024. The programme was conducted to inoculate the final year students of Batch 2020-2021 towards their future. The programme was headed by Dr. Arunima Kumari, Associate Dean-cum-Principal, MBAC, Agwanpur. Mrs. Bain Priya, Mayor, Saharsa was the chief guest of the programme who addressed the students about […]

PAU Whets Skill’s on use of Ornamental Plant’s for Landscaping

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is giving a special impetus to the popularization of horticulture in the state to help rural and urban communities to diversify their cropping systems and businesses for enhanced monetary benefits and respectable livelihood. In this regard, the Skill Development Centre of PAU organized a two-day training programme on the “Use […]

PAU-FASC Sangrur Educates Farmer’s on Managing Pink Bollworm and Whitefly in Cotton

Under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education,17.07.2024 Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, the Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC) in Sangrur conducted a survey on the incidence of pink bollworm and whitefly attacks on cotton crops in the villages of Khokhar Khurd, Sangatpura, Gidharyani, and Haryau in the Lehragaga block of Sangrur district. Giving […]

Fruit Growers Throng Mango and Pear Exhibition at Hoshiarpur’s Dasuya; Cultivate Fruits on Vacant Lands for Nutritional Security: PAU VC to Farmer’s

As a motivational step to promote horticulture in Punjab, an exhibition on 16.07.2024 “Mango and Pear” and a Kisan Goshti were jointly organised by the Department of Fruit Science of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and Dr MS Randhawa Fruit Research Station, Gangian at Dasuya, Hoshiapur today. Fruit growers in large number flocked to Dasuya to have […]

PAU-KVK Gurdaspur Conducts Comprehensive IPM Training for Basmati Farmers

The PAU-KVK Gurdaspur, under the leadership of Dr. S.S. Aulakh, Associate Director (Training), organized a training programme on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) for Basmati in the village of Mastkot on July 15, 2024, in collaboration with NCIPM. The event saw the participation of around 120 farmers. Dr. Satwinderjit Kaur, Associate Professor (Soil Science), highlighted the […]

PAU-KVK Fatehgarh Sahib Concludes Vocational Training on Eco-Friendly Cleaning Agents

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Fatehgarh Sahib successfully conducted a vocational training programme on the preparation of eco-friendly cleaning agents from July 9 to 16, 2024. Dr. Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training) at the KVK, highlighted the importance of such programmes in empowering individuals with practical skills to enhance family income and promote entrepreneurship. Dr. […]

PAU- FASC Ropar Hosts Maze Cultivation Awareness Camps to Promote Sustainable Farming

The PAU-Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC) in Ropar organized two awareness camps in Musapur and Aggampur villages, focusing on maize cultivation and insect pest management. Experts, including Dr Raminder Singh Ghuman and Dr Navneet Kaur Dhaliwal from FASC Ropar and Dr Mahesh Kumar and Dr Jwala Jindal from PAU, Ludhiana, delivered insightful lectures. Dr. Ghuman […]

Young Innovative Farmer’s Visit PAU to Share and Promote Agri-Business Innovations

The Young Innovative Farmers of Punjab visited the School of Business Studies 17.07.2024 (SBS) at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) recently. The visit was a part of the National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations NIDHI-TBI Technology Business Incubator project of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India; it aimed to encourage new ideas, […]

PAU Team Visits Hoshiarpur Farmer’s to Address Weed Management in Sugarcane

A Punjab Agricultural University (PAU)  team, led by Dr. Makhan Singh Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, visited farmers’ fields in Hoshiarpur district on July 16, 2024, to monitor weed management in sugarcane cultivation. Divulging details, Dr Bhullar said that sugarcane is grown extensively in this region, presenting significant challenges in weed control. Thus, the team […]

PAU Advises Farmer’s on Managing Whitefly in Cotton Crops Following RRS Bathinda Survey

A team of scientists from the Regional Research Station (RRS) Bathinda conducted a comprehensive survey of cotton fields in various locations within the Sangat Block of Bathinda district. The visit aimed to assess crop health and identify pest and disease issues affecting the cotton crop. During the survey, a significant surge in the whitefly population […]

PAU – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Amritsar Organized a Vocational Training Course on “Poultry Rearing”.

08.07.2024 to 16.07 at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Amritsar in collaboration with Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and ICAR-Attari, Zone-1, Ludhiana. A 7-day vocational training course on “Poultry Rearing” till 2024 was conducted in which 70 Kisan Virans/Kisan Bibis and rural youth from Amritsar, Tarn Tarn, Gurdaspur and Kapurthala districts participated. This training course Dr. Conducted […]

Three-day Training on Integrated Farming System was Organized for Scheduled Caste farmers at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ramgarh

A three-day training on the integrated farming system was organized under the Scheduled Caste Sub- Plan at the Agricultural Science Center in Ramgarh. This training began on July 10th and concluded on July 12th. To provide farmers with comprehensive information on the Integrated Farming System, knowledgeable scientists from ICAR- Research Complex for Eastern Region Patna, […]

Ten Days Student Training Program on “Improved cultivation practices in Horticultural crops” organized for B.Sc.& M.Sc. Agriculture students from YBN University, Ranchi

ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region, Farming Systems Research Centre for Hill and Plateau Region, Ranchi conducted a Ten days Student Training Program on “Improved Cultivation Practices in Horticultural Crops” from 8 th to 19thJuly 2024.Dr P. Bhavana, Senior Scientist was the Course Director of the training programme and Dr Mahesh Kumar Dhakar, Scientist was […]

Training on Soil, Plant and Water Analysis for Efficient Nutrient Management

About ICAR-CTCRI The ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI), a constituent institute under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research was established in 1963 and has a Regional Station at Bhubaneswar, Odisha. All India Co-ordinated Research Project on Tuber Crops (AICRP-TC) functioning at CTCRI headquarters at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala takes care of the research, development and extension […]

Training on Advances in Integrated Plant Health Management

About ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute The ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI), an institute affiliated with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, was founded in 1963 and has a Regional Station in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The All India Coordinated Research Project on Tuber Crops (AICRP-TC), operating from the headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, is responsible for […]

Inauguration of Planting Material Sales Outlet at Hirehalli farm, ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (ICAR-IIHR) in Tumkur dist

The Planting Material Sales Outlet at Hirehalli was inaugurated on 20th July, 2024 by the Chief Guest, Prof. Sanjay Kumar Singh, Honourable Deputy Director General (Horticulture Sciences) of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi in the presence of Dr. Tusar Kanti Behera, Director, ICAR-IIHR, Heads of Divisions, Chief Administrative Officer, Senior Finance and Accounts Officer […]

Capacity Building and Input Distribution Programmes Conducted at KVK, Surguja, Chhattisgarh on as part of Tribal Sub Plan Primary tabs

The ICAR-IIHR conducted a Capacity Building and Input distribution programmes  in Collaboration with  Indira Gandhi Krishi Viswavidyalaya, KVK, Surguja, Chhattisgarh and TREND on 21stJuly 2024 as part TSP of the Institute. Dr. Rajesh Chouksey, Head,  KVK, Surguja,  district of Chhattisgarh welcomed the gathering and Dr. R. Senthilkumar, Principal Scientist delivered a lecture on ICAR-IIHR technologies […]

Central Horticultural Experiment Station (CHES), ICAR-IIHR participated in Exhibition at ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Bhubaneswar

The Central Horticultural Experiment Station (CHES), ICAR-IIHR, Bhubaneswar showcased a captivating stall in exhibition at ICAR-CIFA, Bhubaneswar on 13th July, 2024 as a part of Fish Farmers Day celebrations. The exhibition was inaugurated by Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Hon’ble Secretary, DARE and Director General, ICAR. He was accompanied by Dr. Joykrushna Jena, Deputy Director General (Fisheries Science), Dr. […]

Brainstorming Workshop on Harnessing Crop Wild Relatives for Tuber Crops Improvement

ICAR-CTCRI ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (ICAR-CTCRI), a constituent Institute under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), is the only research organization in the World dedicated solely to the research on tropical tuber crops. The Institute, established in 1963 with its Headquarters at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, has grown over the years into a premier research […]

ICAR-IIHR Organized on-Campus Training Programme on “Improved Vegetable Production Technologies” for the Tribal Farmers of Tamil Nadu under TNTSP

The ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural  Institute (IIHR) Bangalore organized  Workshop cum Capacity building programme on Improved vegetable production technologies for the  tribal farmers of Salem (Karumandurai Hills) and Trichy (Pachamalai Hills) districts of Tamil Nadu under TNTSP (Ainthinai Mission) from June 27 -28, 2024. The programme was started with welcome address    by Dr. V.K Jayaraghavendra Rao, Principal […]

ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun, Organized a Plantation Drive for the Celebrations of ‘Harela’ and ICAR foundation day in Pata, Phatyou, and Ichhala Villages of Kalsi block, Dehradun under TSP

Under the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP), ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (ICAR-IISWC), Dehradun organized a plantation drive for the celebration of Uttarakhand’s festival ‘Harela’ that signifies greening of the region and ICAR 96th  foundation day in Pata, Phatyou, and Ichhala Villages of Kalsi Block, Dehradun on July 16, 2024. The program was organized under the active guidance of Dr. […]

PAU-KVK Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Organizes Vocational Training

PAU- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Langroya, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar organized a Vocational Training Course on ‘Eco-friendly Cleaning Agents’ for entrepreneurship development from July 08-12, 2024, at their KVK premises. The training which was conducted under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, saw the participation of 33 trainees. Mrs. Renu […]

PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur Organizes Kisan Goshthi on Maize Cultivation

With an aim to promote improved crop cultivation and plant protection practices for maize, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, organized a Kisan Goshthi on Maize Cultivation under ‘Cluster Frontline Demonstrations’ at its campus on July 12, 2024, under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana and ICAR- Agricultural Technology Application […]

PAU Designs Agribusiness Related Training Course for Farmer’s

Advocating fiscal and family stability through self-employment, the Skill Development Centre of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) designed a five-day training course on 15.07.2024 “Setting up of Agribusinesses” for the rural dwellers. A total of 24 farmers participated in the course, held under the guidance of Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, PAU. In her […]

PAU-KVK Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Organizes Farmers TRAINING Camp

PAU-KVK Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar organized a Farmers Training Camp on ‘Cultivation of Sesame and Maize Crops’ at village Shahdra on July 12, 2024. Dr. Jaswinder Kumar, Assistant Professor (Agronomy), KVK Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, welcomed the farmers and shared significant information about the suitable time and method of sowing, besides imparting knowledge on weeds […]

PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur Organizes Farmer Training Camp

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur, organized a Farmer Training Camp for lead farmers in collaboration with Centre for International Projects Trust, New Delhi, on July 10, 2024 at its campus. Dr. Hardeep Kumar, Field Operations Manager, CIPT, extended a cordial welcome to the experts, farmers and farm women. He shared the objectives of his agency, highlighting […]

Under Wake up Ludhiana, PAU Hold’s Plantation Drive

Giving further impetus to the ongoing plantation drive at 12.07.2024 the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), a plantation drive ‘Wake Up Ludhiana’ launched by the Deputy Commissioner, Ludhiana was organized in the University premises to encourage tree plantation and create awareness about different tree species during the monsoon season. On this occasion, MLA Sh Gurpreet Gogi; […]

Five-Day Training Course on Value Addition to Horticultural Crop’s at PAU-KVK Faridkot

The PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Faridkot organized a five-day training program on “Value Addition to Horticultural Crops” from 8-12 July in which 24 girls and farm women from villages Ghugiana, Jalaleana, Chuga Singh Nagar, Beguwala, Dallewala and Faridkot urban and rural participated. The training was held under the aegis of Directorate of Extension education, Punjab […]

P. A. One week Vocational Training Program on “Goat Rearing” concluded at U-Krishi Vigyan Kendra Fatehgarh Sahib

P. A. U-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib organized a one week vocational training program on “Goat Husbandry” under the guidance of Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana from 08.07.2024 to 12.07.2024. This training program Dr. Conducted under the guidance of Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib, 26 farmers and youth from across […]

PAU-KVK, Bathinda Trains Cotton Farmer’s at Manak Khana

Under the proactive guidance of Punjab Agricultural University’s 12.07.2024 Director of Extension Education in Ludhiana, and the diligent oversight of the Deputy Director (Training) at PAU’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Bathinda, a specialized training camp titled “Integrated Pest and Disease Management in Cotton” was recently conducted in Manak Khana village. It aimed to equip 35 […]

PAU’s Extension Department Organizes Plantation Drive

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organized a plantation drive in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Cooperative Society Jassar at village Jassar. More than 25 farmers, agricultural development officer, society officials and scientists of the University took part in this drive. Dr Kuldeep Singh, Head, Department of Extension Education, highlighted the […]

PAU-FASC, Sangrur Hosts a Second Awareness Camp on Water Management

The PAU-FASC Sangrur organised 12.07.2024 a village level awareness camp on “Water Management” at village Bhulan. It was second consecutive camp after the same held in the village Jakhepal Hambalwas Patti in Sangrur district. Dr Ashok Kumar, District Extension Scientist (Soil Science), educated the farmers about the efficient use of water in kharif crops. He […]

PAU Hold’s Farmers’ Training on Vertebrate Pest Management

The Department of Zoology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a one day training course on 12.07.2024 “Vertebrate Pest Management” for the farmers of villages Noorpur Bet and Garah, block Mangat and village Mallah, block Jagraon, district Ludhiana. The course was held under the guidance of All India Network Project on Vertebrate Pest Management. Dr Charanjit Singh […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra Kapurthala Step Forward by Sowing Paddy Mechanically

Paddy is sown in Punjab  11.07.2024 with different methods i.e DSR, Manual transplanting and Mechanized transplanting. Among these DSR technique is area specific, so most of the farmers opt for transplanting paddy manually. But these days farmers have to pay high price to the migrated labour for this operation which increases the input cost of […]

PAU – KVK, Sangrur Organizes Farm Day to Promote Mechanized Paddy Cultivation

Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agricultural University,10.07.202 Sangrur, to encourage the mechanized cultivation of paddy by the progressive farmers of village Balad Kalan. Gurpreet Singh and S. Organized a farm day at Rajveer Singh’s farm. In which about 40 farmers participated. On this occasion, Dr. Mandeep Singh, Associate Director (Training), KVK, Sangrur shared his views […]

PAU Conduct’s Beekeeping Training Course for NDRF Personnel

The Department of Entomology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), 10.07.2024 conducted a three-day ‘Scientific Beekeeping Training’ course specifically for 10 personnel from National Disaster Response Force (NDRF). Dr Makhan Singh Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, stated that such trainings will help in extending the role of PAU further even in the remote areas of postings and thereby […]

PAU Launches Training Programme on Integrated Farming System’s in Mardapur Village for Income Enhancement

The All India Coordinated Research Programme on 10.07.2024 Integrated Farming System, School of Organic Farming PAU Ludhiana (Main Centre), in collaboration with the OFR Center Patiala, recently launched a training programme on integrated farming systems aimed at enhancing farmers’ incomes in Mardapur village, Block Ghanor, District Patiala. The event featured Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice […]

PAU Signs MoA for Surface Seeding Technology for in SITU Management of Paddy Straw

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU)11.07.2024 has entered into a pact with Roop Agriculture Works, based in Mansa (Punjab), for the commercialization of PAU Surface Seeder Technology. Dr AS Dhatt, Director of Research, and Mr Mandeep Singh from Roop Agriculture Works signed the Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) on behalf of their respective organizations. Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, […]

PAU-FASC Sangrur Conducts Water Management Awareness Camp in Remote Village Jakhepal Hambalwas

The Punjab Agricultural University’s Farm Advisory Service Centre (PAU-FASC) in Sangrur organized an awareness camp at 11.07.2024 the remote village of Jakhepal Hambalwas Patti in Sangrur District to educate farmers on efficient water use in kharif crops. Over sixty farmers actively participated in the camp. Dr. Ashok Kumar, District Extension Scientist (Soil Science), detailed the […]

PAU-FASC Sangrur Demonstrates Effective Irons Deficiency Control in Direct-Seeded and Transplanted Rice at Sangatpura Village

PAU-FASC  9.07.2024 Sangrur recently conducted demonstrations on controlling iron deficiency in both direct-seeded rice (DSR) and transplanted rice in Sangatpura village, Sangrur. The village boasts approximately 50 acres under DSR, with Sh. Sukhtar Singh achieving excellent plant population through step seeder sowing. Dr. Ashok Kumar, District Extension Scientist (Soil Science), educated farmers on the vital […]

PAU Commercializes Maize Hybrid PMH 14 with Andhra Pradesh-Based Firm

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) inked a pact 10.07.2024 with Andhra Pradesh-based Gourmet Popcornica LLP for licensing of maize hybrid PMH 14. Dr Ajmer Singh Dhatt, Director of Research, and Mr Rakesh Arora from Gourmet Popcornica LLP signed the Memorandum of Agreement on behalf of their respective organizations. Dr Surinder Sandhu, Incharge of Maize Section, […]

PAU VC Inaugurates 22-Day Training Programme on Agri-Skill’s, Gives a Call for Youth Empowerment

A 22-day training programme on 9.07.2024“Honing of Agriculture Skills” commenced at the Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in collaboration with Syngenta Foundation India, Pune, Maharashtra. In total, 35 youths are participating in the programme, aimed at brushing up the agriculture related knowledge and enhancing the skills of the youths in allied agri-enterprises. Inaugurating […]

One Student, One Tree: PAU VC’S Green Initiative Takes Root

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), 8.07.2024 Ludhiana, has embarked on a massive month-long plantation drive as a part of its ‘Clean and Green PAU Campus Drive,’ initiated during the university’s Diamond Jubilee year. This initiative aligns with Van Mahotsav, the annual tree-planting festival celebrated in the first week of July, which promotes environmental awareness and the […]

PAU-FASC Tarn Taran Advocates Skipping Phosphorus Fertilizer in Paddy at Farmer Awareness Camp

Farmers in Punjab are well-acquainted with intensive cropping systems, particularly the rice-wheat rotation. However, this practice often leads to nutrient deficiencies, prompting high fertilizer usage. Research by Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, reveals that skipping phosphorus fertilizer in paddy, if already applied to wheat, does not reduce yield. In an awareness camp held on July […]

PAU – KVK Amritsar Empowers Participants with Vocational Training in Summer Fruit and Vegetable Preservation

he Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Amritsar successfully conducted a vocational training course on “Value Addition and Preservation of Summer Fruits and Vegetables” from June 24 to July 2, 2024. The course attracted 13 enthusiastic participants eager to learn valuable food preservation skills. Dr. Bikramjit Singh, Associate Director (Training) at KVK, inaugurated the […]

Research Review Meeting of Regional Research Station, Gurdaspur Held

The research review meeting of Punjab Agricultural University Regional Research Station Gurdaspur was held at Committee room of KVK, Gurdaspur on 02.07.2024 to review the research work of various research schemes. The Director of Research Dr AS Dhatt was the chairman of the review committee, while Dr GS Mangat ADR, Dr Bikramjit Singh Gill, Associate […]

PAU Promoting Short Duration Rice Varieties in Water-Deficit Six Punjab District’s

Keeping in view the availability of limited resources, especially, irrigation water and fertilizers, more thrust was being laid on the promotion of recommended short duration rice varieties in Moga, Ludhiana, Mansa, Sangrur, Sri Muktsar Sahib and Barnala districts. This was divulged during the monthly review meeting of the Research and Extension Council of Punjab Agricultural […]

ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun, Organized a Plantation Drive for The Celebrations of ‘Harela’ and ICAR foundation day in Pata, Phatyou, and Ichhala Villages of Kalsi Block, Dehradun under TSP

Under the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP), ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (ICAR-IISWC), Dehradun organized a plantation drive for the celebration of Uttarakhand’s festival ‘Harela’ that signifies greening of the region and ICAR 96th  foundation day in Pata, Phat you, and Ichhala Villages of Kalsi Block, Dehradun on July 16, 2024. The program was organized under the active guidance […]

Training Organized by Directorate of Extension Education, SAMETI-Uttarakhand

Pantnagar. 13 July 2024 The institute organized advanced animal husbandry and management training of dairy animals from July 10-13, 2024. On the occasion of inauguration, Director Extension Education and SAMETI, Dr. Jitendra Kwatra said that animal husbandry is such a business, through which farmers can increase their income by two to four times. He especially […]

NCC Cadets Planted Trees on the Occasion of ‘Harela’ Festival

NCC Cadets 1UK R&V SQN NCC Pantnagar organised a tree plantation drive on 15.07.2024 the occasion of ‘Harela’ festival and to commemorate 25 years of ‘Vijay Diwas’. The cadets took time out from their ongoing final examinations of B.V.Sc. & A.H. and enthusiastically participated in this important drive to highlight the importance of saving the […]

Tree Plantation Done at University Hostels Pantnagar

Pantnagar. 19 July 2024 | The University’s College of Technology organized a tree plantation program in all the seven hostels of the college and the college campus under the leadership of Dean Dr. Alaknanda Ashok under the campaign ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ of the Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for environmental protection. The […]

Three Days Training for Forest Staff on Natural Resource Development Organised at ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun During 8th to 10th July, 2024

A three-day skill development training program was organized for the staff of the Forest Division Missouri, Uttarakhand, at the ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (ICAR-IISWC), Dehradun, from July 8th to 10th, 2024. The program was sponsored by the Uttarakhand State Forest Department. Dr. M. Madhu, Director of IISWC, inaugurated the program on July […]

ICAR-IISWC Sensitizes Farmers on Kharif Crops Challenges and Solutions in Raipur Block on July

On July 9, 2024, the ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (ICAR-IISWC), Dehradun, organized a Kisan Ghosti in Raipur Block to sensitize farmers about the issues related to Kharif season crops and livestock and propose potential solutions. This event was a part of the ongoing Farmers’ First Project executed by IISWC in Village Koti Mechak, one of the […]

Four weeks Training Program for B. Tech (Agril. Engg.) Students on “Soil & Water Conservation and Watershed Management” Started at ICAR-IISWC, RC, Chandigarh on July

Four weeks In-plant/summer/skill development training programme on “Soil and Water Conservation and Watershed Management” for B. Tech. (Agricultural Engineering) students started on 1st July 2024. A total of 32 number of students registered for training. Out of which students 15 are from College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, CCHAU, Hisar, Haryana, 10 students are from College […]

BAU Sabour Receives Prestigious SKOCH Award for Upliftment of Farmers’ Livelihood

It is a momentous occasion for BAU as its project, “Agri-Innovation for Upliftment of Farmers Livelihood” has been awarded the prestigious SKOCH Award of India. This honour reflects the innovative efforts and commitment of the University towards enhancing the livelihood of farmers. The award was received by Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Dr. D. R. Singh at […]

Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour got Recognition for Food Testing Laboratory

Bihar Agricultural University (BAU) 13.07.2024, Sabour will now be able to test the presence of pesticides and other harmful substances in fruits and vegetables. Food Development Centre (FDC) of BAU has received accreditation from National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) for Testing and Certification Laboratory (TCL). With this new certification, BAU Sabour […]

Training Programme on Seasonal Fruit and Vegetable Preservation Concludes Successfully at PAU- KVK Ropar

The PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ropar, in collaboration with the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, recently concluded a vocational training course on “Preservation of Seasonal Fruits and Vegetables.” The program saw participation from 10 farm women and adolescent girls. Dr. Satbir Singh, Deputy Director of KVK Ropar, welcomed the […]

PAU Krishi Vigyan Kendra Bathinda Continues the Survey of Paddy Fields

Under the awareness campaign regarding  26.06.2024 proper cultivation of paddy crop by Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana and under the guidelines of Director Extension Education PAU Ludhiana. Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bathinda conducted a survey of paddy production in different villages of Ghaso Khana, Bhai Bakhtaur, Kot Fatta, Kot Bhara and Ghuman Kala. The main objective of […]

PAU- FASC Gangian Hosts Awareness Camp on Fall Armyworm Management in Maize

PAU- Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC) in Gangian, Hoshiarpur, under the aegis of the Director of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, organized an awareness camp on “Management of Fall Armyworm in Maize” in the village of Bhanowal (Bhunga) On June 25, 2024. The event aimed to educate farmers on managing fall armyworm in […]

PAU-KVK Langroya Concludes Dairy Farming Training Course

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Langroya (Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar) conducted a vocational training course on ‘Dairy Farming’ from June 11th to 25th, 2024. Animal science experts, including Dr Aparna Gupta from KVK Ropar, Dr Parminder Singh from KVK Hoshiarpur, and Dr Gurinder Singh from KVK Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, provided […]

Inspection of Direct Sowing and Paddy Field by Extension Scientists of PAU- KVK, Sangrur

A team from PAU’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra,26.06.2024 Sangrur, under the guidelines of Director Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, visited direct sowing fields and paddy nurseries of Sangrur district. Team KVK, Sangrur inspected the paddy orchards in village Kular Khurd and Mahals and cleared the concerns of the farmers related to tall and low plants. […]

A Training Camp was Organized Regarding Paddy Cultivation

In view of the water conservation campaign 26.06.2024 being run by Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, farmers are being encouraged to do direct sowing of paddy by KVK, Bathinda, so that the problem of labor can also be solved and water can be saved. can go In the same context, a farmer awareness camp regarding direct […]

PAU-KVK Kapurthala Hold’s a Farmer Scientist Interaction to Popularize DSR Technology

The PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra,21.05.2024 Kapurthala under the aegis of Director of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana conducted a “Farmers-Scientist Interaction on Direct Seeded Rice” at village Dham in which about 50 farmers participated. Direct seeded rice in tar wattar is very effective method for saving (10-15%) water, labour and increasing the yield (1.00 qtl) of succeeding […]

PAU Hosts Training Camp for Progressives Beekeeper’s Association on World’s Bee Day

Punjab Agricultural University conducted a training camp on World Bee Day for the Progressive Beekeepers Association on May 20, 2024, at the Conference Hall of PAMETI, PAU, Ludhiana. The event was directed by Dr. Tejinder Singh Riar, Additional Director of Communication, with Dr. Kuldeep Singh, Head of the Department of Extension Education, as the Associate […]

PAU- KVK Hoshiarpur Hosts Training on Advanced Sesame Cultivation

PAU–KVK, Hoshiarpur, under the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, and ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone-I, Ludhiana, organized a comprehensive training programme on 28.06.2024 sesame cultivation at village Bachhohi. The event promoted improved cultivation and plant protection practices through cluster frontline demonstrations. Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training) at KVK […]

Three-Day National Agricultural Seminar “Climate Smart Disease Management for Sustainable Plant Health” Inaugurated at BAU, Sabour

A three-day national agricultural seminar on “Climate Smart Disease Management for Sustainable Plant Health” was formally inaugurated today on 10th July 2024 in the main auditorium of Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, Bhagalpur under the joint aegis of Indian Society of Mycology and Plant Pathology, Udaipur, Rajasthan. This three-day national seminar was inaugurated by the Honorable […]

ICAR-CIFRI, RC, Bangalore Stocked Fish Seeds in Kanva Reservoir, Karnataka on National Fish Farmers Day

On the occasion of National Fish Farmers day, ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Regional Centre, Bangalore, stocked fingerlings of catla (Labeo catla), rohu (Labeo rohita) and Carnatic carp (Hypselobarbus carnaticus) in Kanva reservoir, Ramanagara district, Karnataka on 10 July 2024. A sensitization program on ‘Culture Based Fisheries for Enhanced Fish Production from Reservoirs’ was conducted […]

Farmers from Eight Different States were Felicitated by the Honourable Minister of Fisheries, Govt. of West Bengal on National Fish Farmers’ Day,24

Being the premiere research Institute in the field of inland open waters, ICAR-CIFRI celebrated “National Fish Farmers Day” Barrackpore in the august presence of Shri Biplab Roy Chowdhury, Minister of Department of Fisheries, Government of West Bengal and Shri Gabriel D. Wangsu, Honourable Minister, Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary & Fisheries, Food & Civil […]

Vice Chancellor of Bihar Agricultural University Sabour, Bhagalpur and Bihar Animal Science University, Patna Dr. D. R. Singh Inaugurated the Liquid Nitrogen Plant

Vice Chancellor of Bihar Agricultural University Sabour, Bhagalpur and Bihar Animal Science University, Patna Dr. D. R. Singh inaugurated the Liquid Nitrogen Plant in the campus under National Agricultural Project at Advanced Center on Sericulture running in Dr. Kalam Agricultural College campus at Kishanganj Arrabari on 17.07.2014. After the inauguration of the Liquid Nitrogen Plant, […]

CIFRI Introduced Amur Carp Among Beneficiaries of Hill Area of Sittong, WB

The small and marginal fish farmers of the hilly region have their own tiny cemented tank. Due to lack of proper knowledge and technical support on fish farming, they can’t do commercial fish production. To improve their livelihoods by providing technical support for enhancing the fish production from these small unit, a awareness program along […]

International Conference FUTURISTIC HORTICULTURE ICFH’24

Important dates  Abstract submission opens   31 July  2024 Registration opens    31 July 2024 Last date for the extended abstract submission  Oct 10  2024 Last date for (online)  Oct 25 2024 Last date for communication of acceptance to authors Oct 31 2024 Overview Horticultural College and Research Institute, Coimbatore of Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, (TNAU) […]

Poultry Production and Management at ICAR-DPR Hyderabad

Egg : A natural immunity booster Apply for Training on Poultry Production and Management at ICAR-DPR Hyderabad ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research September 2024 (3 days, In-person) Date will be communicated later Topics to be covered 1. Poultry Production status in the country 2. Scientific management – Breeding, Nutrition, Health etc 3. Hatchery management 4. Economics, […]

Residential Exposure Cum Training Program for the Fish Farmers of Gajapati District, Odisha

Gajapati district is located to the south-east of Odisha, and the Mahendratanaya River flows through it. Though the district is located on the hilly terrain of the Eastern Ghats, it has enough potential for fish culture. After seeing the potential water resources, a 4-day residential exposure cum training program on “Inland Fisheries Management” was conducted […]

PAU Sign’s MoAs for Surface Seeding Technology to Tackle Farm Fires

Working proactively to deal with the issue of paddy straw burning, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has inked pacts with two farm machinery manufactures including GSA Industries (Agrizone), Patiala and Saeco Stips Pvt. Limited Doraha for the commercialization of PAU Surface Seeder Technology. Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, PAU, congratulated the manufacturers for coming forward for […]

ICAR-CIFRI Conducts Series of Ranching Programme under NMCG by Women Fishers of Balagarh, Hooghly

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (CIFRI), Barrackpore under its flagship Namami Gange project continued the National Ranching Program III at Balagarh, Hooghly, West Bengal towards conservation and restoration of river Ganga. The main objective of the river ranching is to replenish the depleted fish stocks of river Ganga. To date, ICAR-CIFRI has ranched more than […]

ICAR-CIFRI Organized Hands on Training on “Molecular tools for Aquatic Resource Management”

A hands-on training program on “Molecular tools for aquatic resource management” was organized by ICAR-CIFRI, Barrackpore, Kolkata from 27th May to 1st June, 2024 under the guidance of Dr. B. K. Das, Director, ICAR-CIFRI and Convener of this training programme. Training was attended by 32 trainee participants including Assistant professor, students (UG, PG, and PhD) […]

Awareness cum Input Distribution Programme for The Fish Farmers of Sikkim Held at Gangtok, Sikkim

The ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI), Barrackpore, West Bengal in collaboration with Department of Fisheries (DoF), Govt. of Sikkim organized an awareness cum input distribution programme in Gangtok, Sikkim on 11 June, 2024. Inputs such as FRP tanks and accessories for starting up ornamental fisheries in the state were distributed among 52 beneficiaries in […]

PAU-FASC Sangrur Hosts Awareness Camp on Skipping Phosphorus Application in Paddy and Basmati

Under the guidance of the Director of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, the PAU-Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC) in Sangrur organized an awareness camp in Khadial village. The camp saw participation from over 40 farmers and covered topics such as the application of bio-fertilizers in paddy, managing iron and zinc deficiencies, integrated nutrient management in Kharif […]

PAU-KVK, Bathinda Concludes Eight-Day Dairy Farming Vocational Training

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bathinda successfully concluded an eight-day vocational training on dairy farming. The training saw the participation of 48 farmers, farm women, and rural youth from various villages. The programme commenced with a welcome address by Dr. Gurdeep Singh Sidhu, Deputy Director (Training) at KVK Bathinda, who emphasized the significance of agriculture and […]

Inspection of Direct Seeding Paddy Demonstrations by The Team of PAU – KVK, Sangrur

According to the guidelines of the Director of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, demonstrations of direct sowing of paddy have been organized by the Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur during the campaign to save ground water and labor. Which were inspected today by the team of KVK, Sangrur by reaching Bir Kalan and Dhadrian villages and […]

PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur Hosts Ex-Trainee Sammelan to Celebrate Vocational Trainings Success

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bahowal, Hoshiarpur, hosted an Ex-Trainee Sammelan on June 18, 2024, celebrating the recent vocational training programmes. The event was held at the KVK premises, marking the successful conclusion of training sessions on ‘Embellishment of Clothes Using Modern and Traditional Techniques, ‘Preservation of Seasonal Summer Fruits and Vegetables,’ and ‘Dairy Farming’. Dr […]

Fish Farmer’s Day Celebration Freshwater Fish Farm, Balabhadrapuram, ICAR-CIFE, Kakinada Centre

The Fish farmer’s day celebration and a One-Day Awareness Program on Carp Breeding and Seed Production was organised at Freshwater Fish Farm (FWFF), Balbhadrapuram, ICARCIFE, Kakinada Centre on 10 July 2024. About 50 fish-farmers, members of farm-producer’s organizations, fish hatchery personnel and other stakeholders participated in the program. The members DWCRA of Bikkavolu Mandal, and […]

Report of the Online Training Programme Advancing Understanding of Fisheries Economics for Tomorrow’s Leaders

An online training program “Advancing Understanding of Fisheries Economics for Tomorrow’s Leaders” was conducted by the Fisheries Economics, Extension and Statistics Division of ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai from June 24th to June 28th 2024 under the guidance of Dr. Ravishankar C.N., Director, CIFE, Mumbai. Fisheries economics plays a critical role in contributing to various aspects of the […]

Hon’ble Secretary DARE and Director General, ICAR visited ICAR-CIWA, Bhubaneswar on 13th July 2024 and Inaugurated Sabarmati Trainees’ Hostel

Hon’ble Secretary DARE and Director General, ICAR, Dr. Himanshu Pathak, visited ICAR-CIWA on 13th July 2024. He inaugurated the Sabarmati Trainees’ hostel and dedicated it to the benefit of mankind. Dr. R. C. Agarwal, Hon’ble DDG (Agril. Edn.), Dr. J. K. Jena, Hon’ble DDG (Fisheries), Padmashree Sabarmati Tiki, Dr. Bimlesh Mann, ADG (EP&HS) and Dr. […]

Capacity Building Programme on Mushroom Production Technology

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar organized three days residential Training cum Capacity Building Programme on ‘Mushroom Production Technology’ during 2 to 4 July 2024. A total of 15 women farmers from Mahura village, Satyabadi block of Puri district of Odisha were participated in the program. The training program started with assessment of training […]

PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur Host’s ex-Trainee Sammelan to Celebrate Vocational Training Success

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bahowal, Hoshiarpur, hosted an Ex-Trainee Sammelan on June 18, 2024, celebrating the recent vocational training programmes. The event was held at the KVK premises, marking the successful conclusion of training sessions on ‘Embellishment of Clothes Using Modern and Traditional Techniques, ‘Preservation of Seasonal Summer Fruits and Vegetables,’ and ‘Dairy Farming’. Dr […]

Conducted a Training Camp Related to the Cultivation of Narme

PAU under the successful campaign of cultivation of soft rice run by Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. Farmer awareness camp was conducted by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bathinda today at village Chak Ram Singh Wala with the support of Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Bathinda in which 80 farmers participated. The main purpose of this training […]

Celebration of National Fish Farmers Day in Presence of Two Hon’ble Ministers, Govt. of West Bengal at ICAR-CIFE, Kolkata Centre

ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education celebrated the National Fish Farmers Day at 10th July, 2024 its Kolkata Centre. Sri Biplab Roy Chowdhury, Hon’ble Minister, Dept. of Fisheries, West Bengal Sri Swapan Debnath, Hon’ble Minister-in-Charge, Dept. of Animal Resources Development, West Bengal graced the program as Chief Guest and Guest of Honour, respectively. Prof. Purnendu Biswas, […]

Certicate Course on Shrimp Crop Insurance & Loss Assessment ICAR-CIFE Kolkata Centre

Why this Course? Shrimp farming in India is a vibrant, fast growing and dynamic industry nurturing and sustaining the livelihoods of more than a million people, aiding the development of the ancillary aqua seed, feed, logistics, processing, and export industries, and steadily expanding the nutrition basket of consumers in both domestic and global markets. The […]

Training cum Demonstration Programme on ‘Natural Farming for Sustainable Production, Nutrition and Health’ Organized by ICAR-CIWA

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar organized training cum demonstration programme on ‘Natural Farming for Sustainable Production, Nutrition and Health for farmwomen’ for 21 farmwomen from 2 adopted villages of the Institute on 17th May 2024. Dr Mridula Devi, Director, ICAR-CIWA in her inaugural address, highlighted the concerns of chemical farming and its impact […]

P. A. One week Vocational Training Program on “Chicken Rearing” concluded at Krishi Vigyan Kendra Fatehgarh Sahib

A Vocational Training Course on “Poultry Husbandry” was conducted from 12th to 20th June, 2024 at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib, working under the supervision of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, in which 16 farmers participated. During the training course Dr. G. P. S. Sethi, Associate Professor (Animal Science), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib, shared technical […]

PAU-KVK Ropar Promotes Scientific Goat Farming Through Vocational Training Course

Under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, PAU’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Ropar, concluded a week long Vocational Training on Goat Farming on 19.6.2024. During the concluding session, Deputy Director (Trg.), KVK Ropar, Dr Satbir Singh congratulated the 37 enrolled male and female rural youth and elaborated the importance of […]

PAU Incubate-E Display’s Rice Quality Analyzer at Food Expo

Agsure Innovations Private Limited, a pioneering startup incubated at Punjab Agri Business Incubator (PABI), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), recently showcased its cutting-edge AI-ML powered smart phone-based rice quality analyzer at a prominent Food India Expo 2024. The innovative app, Agsure, analyzes key parameters such as grain length, grain width, L/B ratio, number of grains, longest […]

Training on “Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) in Guava Cultivation” scheduled to be on 10th July, 2024 has Been Postponed and Rescheduled to 24th July, 2024

Date: 10.07.2024 Rescheduled to 24th July, 2024 Time of training: 9.00 am to 5.30 pm Last date of receipt of application: 09.07.2024 Course Director: Dr. C. Vasugi, Principal Scientist, Division of Fruit Crops Hurry Up !! Course Co-Director: Mrs. Anushma.P.L. and Dr.Anupa. T., Scientists, Division of Fruit crops Course Co-Ordinator: Dr. M. V. Dhananjaya, CEO, […]

ICAR-IIHR Participated in the Aam Maha Utsav Held at Patna and Conducted Capacity Building Program on ICAR-IIHR Technologies for the Farmers of Bihar

ICAR-IIHR participated in the Mango Maha Utsav held at  Patna, Bihar from 22 to 23 June, 2024. The programme was inaugurated by the Honourable Chief minister of Bihar. Sri. Nitish Kumar Ji in the presence of Agricultural Minister and officials of Bihar Government. IIHR exhibited Mango varieties developed at IIHR and also exhibited Unique collections […]

ICAR-IIHR Organized on-Campus Training Programme on on “Improved Vegetable Production Technologies” for The Tribal Farmers of Tamil Nadu under TNTSP

The ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural  Institute (IIHR) Bangalore organized  Workshop cum Capacity building programme on Improved vegetable production technologies for the  tribal farmers of Salem (Karumandurai Hills) and Trichy (Pachamalai Hills) districts of Tamil Nadu under TNTSP (Ainthinai Mission) from June 27 -28, 2024. The programme was started with welcome address    by Dr. V.K Jayaraghavendra Rao, Principal […]

Malihabad’s GAP Dussehri Mango Goes to America for The First Time

Hon’ble Minister of Agriculture, Agricultural Education & Research, Government of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Surya Pratap Shahi flagged off a reefer van loaded with 4 tonnes of Malihabadi Dussehri mangoes for USA from the Rehmankheda Campus of ICAR-Central Institute for Subtropical Horticulture, Lucknow on 17th June 2024. Shri Dinesh Pratap Singh, Minister of State for Horticulture, […]

Field Day on High Density Planting Mango

Field Day on High Density Planting system in mango was organized on June 13, 2024 at ICAR-Central Institute for Subtropical Horticulture, Rehmankhera, Lucknow. The purpose of Field day was to create awareness among the mango growers for canopy management, irrigation and nutrient scheduling, pre-harvest fruit bagging and major pest and diseases management, grading and packaging […]

Participation in State Level Kharif Productivity Goshthi-2024 organized by Department of Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh

Directorate of Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh organized one day (June 12, 2024) State Level Kharif Productivity Gosthi and Exhibition at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan Lucknow. Scientist and Technical Officer of ICAR- CISH participated and showcased institute technologies. The show was inaugurated by Honourable Minister of Agriculture, Agricultural Education & Research Uttar Pradesh Shri Surya Pratap Shahi on […]

Training-Cum Awareness Programme on Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Act 2001 cum Mango and Jackfruit Diversity Show- 2024

The programme was organized at ICAR-CISH Regional Research Station, Malda, West Bengal on June 09, 2024 with support of Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Authority (PPV&FRA), Government of India, New Delhi. Prof. Trilochan Mohapatra, Chairperson of the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Authority (PPV&FRA), Government of India, New Delhi inaugurated the […]

Two days Entrepreneurship Development Programme on Dehydration and Value Addition of Fruits and Vegetables

Hort-Ind Agri-Business Incubation Centre organized 2 days Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP) on Dehydration and Value Addition of Fruits and Vegetables on 3rd & 4th June 2024. A total of 14 participants attended the EDP. Dr. T. Damodaran, Director inaugurated the programme and motivated the participants to develop innovative processed products to address the malnutrition issues […]

KVK, Malyal – Organized “Pre Kharif Awareness Programme” at Parvathagiri village of Mahabubabad Mandal

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal organized “Pre Kharif awareness programme” at Parvathagiri village of Mahabubabad Mandal on 26-06-2024. Dr. N. Kishore Kumar, SMS (Extension) explained about the concepts and management practices of Direct Seeded Rice and HDPS Cotton. He also explained about availability of seed as well as characters of different Paddy, Redgram, Greengram and Blackgram […]

Awareness Programme on Soil Health Management by KVK, Wyra

Soil was that the basis of the food system and is formed with 45.0% minerals, 25.0% water, 5.0% organic matter and 25.0% air. Soil supplied essential nutrients, water, root support and oxygen that plants required to grow and produced the required yield. The soil quality was said to influence the food quality and quantity. It […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal Organized “Pre Kharif Awareness Programme” at Kalwala Village of Kesamudram Mandal

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal organized“Pre Kharif awareness programme” at Kalwala village of Kesamudram Mandal on 27-06-2024. Dr. N. Kishore Kumar, SMS (Extension) explained about different ICT tools in Agriculture, Importance of direct seeding Paddy, concept of HDPS Cotton and seed availability in KVK. Dr. E. Rambabu, SMS (Horticulture) explained about weed and fertilizer management in […]

ARS, Tornala Organised a Training Programme cum Method Demonstration on “High Density Planting System (HDPS) in Cotton”

A training programme cum method demonstration on “High Density Planting System (HDPS) in Cotton” was organized by ARS, Tornala on 25-06-2024 to field officers of Deshpande Foundation, a non-governmental organization, working in the areas of agriculture. Dr. S. Sridevi, Principal Scientist and Head, ARS, Tornala explained about the techniques to be followed in high density […]

Increasing the Red Gram area – Scientist-Farmers-Interaction Meeting (Kisan Mela-Redgram) at RARS, Palem

Regional Agricultural Research Station, Palem has organized a meeting on increasing the redgram area- Farmer-Scientist- Interaction on 29.06.2024 in collaboration with National Cooperative Consumers’ Federation of India Limited (NCCF), Hyderabad. As the Chief guest of the programme Dr. K. Rajesh Reddy, Hon’ble Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA, Nagarkurnool) graced the occasion. The session was briefed […]

Van Mahotsav Celebration at Botanical Garden

Aligarh, July 6: The Department of Botany at Aligarh Muslim University celebrated Van Mahotsav on July 6, with plantation drive in the historic Botanical Garden. The Chief Guest, Prof. Aasim Zafar, OSD Development, praised the faculty and students for their efforts in enhancing the greenery and contributing to environmental betterment. He highlighted the critical role of […]

Two-Week Capacity Building Programme For Young Social Science Faculty Members

About the Workshop The Capacity Building Program on Academic Research Excellence for Young Faculty Members in Social Sciences is designed to empower and enhance the research capabilities of early-career academics in the field. This program aims to equip young faculty members with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their academic research endeavors and […]

Awareness Programme on Business Opportunities in High-Tech Seed Potatoes

The ICAR-Central Potato Research Institute Regional Station in Modipuram in collaboration with CPRI-Agri Business Incubation, successfully organized a one-day training and awareness programme on “Business Opportunities in High-Tech Seed Potatoes” on 25 June, 2024. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from 100 farmers eager to learn about the latest advancements in the field. The event commenced […]

Empowering the Potato Sector: Highlights from the Seminar on “Harvesting Diversity, Feeding Hope” at the Inaugural International Potato Day Celebration

The inaugural celebration of the International Potato Day 30 th May 2024, recognized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, marked a significant milestone in the global acknowledgment of the potato’s pivotal role in agriculture and food security. Hosted at the esteemed ICAR-Central Potato Research Institute, Regional Station, Modipuram, Meerut, in Collaboration […]

Annual Group Meeting of AICRP on Tuber Crops Organised at NAU, NAVSARI, Gujarat

24th Annual Group Meeting (AGM) of All India Coordinated Research Project on Tuber Crops (AICRPTC) is organized at Navsari Agricultural University (NAU), Gujarat during 25-27 June 2024. Dr. Z.P. Patel, Vice Chancellor, NAU inaugurated the programme. Dr. Sudhakar Pandey, Asst. Director General, Hort. Science, ICAR, New Delhi was Guest of Honour. Dr. T.R. Ahlawat, Director […]

Tuber Crops Seed Village Program: Farmers Training and Distribution of Inputs

Tuber Crops Seed Village a programme which seeks to ensure availability of good quality planting material of tropical tuber was inaugurated in Kalanjoor village panchayat of Pathanamthitta district as a part of the Scheduled Caste sub-plan under the auspices of ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, Thiruvananthapuram. The program jointly organized by ICAR – CTCRI and […]

CTCRI Recommends Six New Tuber Crop Varieties for Release During Golden Jubilee Annual Institute Research Council Meeting

ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI) has come out with six new tuber crop varieties for release. Two cassava varieties with excellent culinary qualities and less nutrient demanding will be released for Kerala state. Their NPK requirements are only 25 percent of the present recommendation and hence are ideal for agroecology-based, nature positive farming. The […]

ICAR-IIFSR Quinquennial Research Review Held at ICAR-CTCRI

Quinquennial Review of Research on Integrated Farming Systems, Organic and Natural farming undertaken through AICRP-IFS and AINP-OF of ICAR-IIFSR was held at ICAR-CTCRI, Thiruvananthapuram during 7-8 June 2024. Dr Arvind Kumar, Former VC, RLBCAU, Dr A.K. Singh, Former VC, BAU and Dr NP Singh, Member, CACP reviewed the activities. Dr G. Byju, Director, ICAR-CTCRI in […]

NABARD Chief Delivers Visakham Thirunal Endowment Lecture at CTCRI

Shaji K.V., Chairman, NABARD delivered the prestigious H.H. Sree Visakham Thirunal Endowment Lecture on the topic of ‘Harnessing Digital Technologies for Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development’ at the ICAR- Central Tuber Crop Research Institute (CTCRI), Sreekariyam, Thiruvananthapuram on 03 June 2024. The event, organized annually by ICAR-CTCRI in association with the Indian Society for Root […]

Focus on Cutting Edge Technology & National Priority: Dr. P. K. Ghosh

The three-day Institute Research Council Meeting, an annual research meet of ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna, commenced on July 1st, 2024 under the Chairmanship of Dr. Anup Das, Director of the Institute. Dr. P.K. Ghosh, Founder Director and Vice Chancellor of ICAR – National Institute of Biotic Stress Management, Chhattisgarh, graced the occasion […]

ICAR-IIHR signs MoA with NSC for Multiplication and Distribution of Quality Seeds of Horticultural Crops to the Farmers

On 2nd July,2024, ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, Hesaraghatta, Bengaluru signed a Memorandum of Agreement with National Seeds Corporation. IIHR Director Dr Tusar Kanti Behera exchanged the MOA with Mr M Ahamed Raza, Regional Manager, National Seeds Corporation. This MoA allows NSC for large scale multiplication of quality and disease resistant varieties and hybrids of Horticultural […]

Training on Spawn Production and Mushroom Cultivation held at ICAR-IIHR in June, 2024

An entrepreneurial training program on Mushroom spawn production and Mushroom cultivation was organized by Mushroom Lab, Division of Crop Protection from 19th June to 21st June 2024and 24th to 28th June 2024. A total of 36 people from the states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Telangana, Andra Pradesh, Meghala and Pandicheri attended the training and a great diversity […]

Demonstration of Arka Nutri Garden in Government Schools of Hassan District as part of RKVY project

The ICAR-IIHR has organized a demonstration  on Arka-Nutri Garden in Government Schools through RKVY Project entitled “Developing participatory ARKA-NUTRI Gardens for augmenting Midday meals programme in Schools of  Karnataka”  on 24th May, 2024. The demonstration was conducted in the Government School premises of Chikkakadaluru village of Hassan District. About 130 students from 3 schools of Chikkakadaluru, […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Gurdaspur Conducted Training on Dairy Farming

14.06.2024 A 10-day training program on dairy farming was organized at Krishi Science Center of Punjab Agricultural University, Gurdaspur. In which 27 cattle breeders of district Gurdaspur participated and received training. In this training program Dr. Ankush Paroch, Assistant Professor (Animal Science) gave detailed and practical information to the farmers regarding animal maintenance, food and […]

PAU-KVK, Fatehgarh Sahib Celebrates Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Samaroh

About 60 farmers, farm women and extension personnel participated in Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Samaroh, organized 19.06.2024 at PAU’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib. Dr Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training), welcomed all the participants and gave a brief introduction about the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana and different activities, conducted by KVK, […]

PAU VC Meets Progressives’ Farmers’ Delegation, Deliberates on Waters Saving Technique’s

Putting in unyielding efforts to bail out Punjab farmers from agrarian crisis, the Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Dr Satbir Singh Gosal held a meeting 17-06-2024 with a cluster of progressive farmers to study their ongoing daunting challenges and apprise them of agri-varsity’s new recommendations which are underway across the state. ​During a close […]

Workshop Cum Training Program

ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research hosted a Workshop cum Training Program on “Technology Advances in Ginger and Turmeric for sustainable yield and income” during 25-27 June. The training conducted as part of the ‘Pan India Action research Project on Improvement of Spice Value Chains’ was attended by 20 professionals from various NGO alliances of Tata […]

ICAR-IISR Institute Golden Jubilee Celebrations

Reminiscing the saga of spices research for half a decade, the ICAR – Indian Institute of Spices Research, Kozhikode has entered to its 50th year of spice research. The institute celebrated the foundation day at their headquarters on July 1st. Prof. Prasad Krishna, Director at NIT Calicut participated as the chief guest and complemented the scientists […]

“Augmenting Pre-Breeding for Wheat Improvement”

A special brainstorming session on “Augmenting Pre-breeding for wheat improvement” was organized today at ICAR-IIWBR, Karnal, in hybrid mode in which Dr. Gyanendra Singh, Director, was the Chairman and Dr. NS Bains, Former Director Research, PAU Ludhiana, was Co-chairman. During the session four eminent speakers (Dr. BS Tyagi, PI Coordination, ICAR-IIWBR, Dr. NS Bains, Prof. […]

Entrepreneurship Development on Cocoa Processing

An entrepreneurship development training programme on “cocoa processing” was organised as part of the Agri Business Incubation activity at ICAR-CPCRI from March 13 to 15 March, 2024. The curriculum with scientific cultivation practices, harvest and post harvest processing, value addition, and business plan creation for cocoa along with hands-on training on bean-to-bar chocolate processing were […]

National Seminar on Climate Smart Agriculture in Plantation Crops

A National Seminar on ‘Climate Smart Agriculture in Plantation Crops’ was organized by ICAR-CPCRI Regional Station, Kayamkulam at Hotel Royale Regency, Oachira from 13.06.2024 to 14.06.2024. The National Seminar was inaugurated by Prof. V.K. Ramachandran, Vice-Chairman of the Kerala State Planning Board on 13 June 2024.In his inaugural address, he emphasized the necessity of sustainable […]

Honour to ICAR-DWR Scientists by STPS Sarni

The Satpura Thermal Power Station (STPS), Sarni, Betul (Madhya Pradesh) organized a programme on 3rd July 2024 to honour the scientists of the ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur for their commendable work on complete elimination of the invasive aquatic weed Salvinia molesta through insect bioagent Cyrtobagous salviniae in Satpura water reservoir within two years’ time. […]

ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun and it’s Research Centres Celebrated 10th International Yoga Day

On 21-06-2024, the 10th International Yoga Day was organized in a grand manner at ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation Headquarters, Dehradun from 6:00 am. On the other hand, International Yoga Day programs were also organized at 8 research centers of the institute, in which about 300 people enthusiastically performed yoga at the institute […]

Four Weeks Training Program for B. Tech (Agril. Engg.) Students on “Soil & Water Conservation and Watershed Management” Started at ICAR-IISWC, RC, Chandigarh

Four weeks In-plant/summer/skill development training programme on “Soil and Water Conservation and Watershed Management” for B. Tech. (Agricultural Engineering) students started on 1st July 2024. A total of 32 number of students registered for training. Out of which students 15 are from College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, CCHAU, Hisar, Haryana, 10 students are from College […]

Important Tripartite Agreement Between the University and Two Leading Institutions

Pantnagar. 2 July 2024 | A tripartite agreement (MoU) was signed between Pantnagar University and Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar and Agricultural Meteorologists Association (AAM), Anand, Gujarat. This MoU was signed by Dr. Radhika Trikha, Chief Operating Officer, TIFA from Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar, Dr. K.K. Singh and Secretary Dr. S.B. Yadav of Avadh […]

PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur Host’s Training on Soybean Cultivation to Boost Agricultural Practice’s

The PAU- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Hoshiarpur, under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Ludhiana, and ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone-I, Ludhiana, organized an intensive training programme on 14.06.2024  soybean cultivation. This event, aimed at promoting advanced crop cultivation and plant protection techniques, was conducted on the KVK […]

International Yoga Day-2024 celebration at Veraval RS of ICAR-CMFRI

Veraval Regional Station of ICAR-CMFRI observed International Yoga Day-2024 on the forenoon of 21st June 2024. All the staff of the center enthusiastically participated in the Yoga session held in the forenoon. Dr. Swathi Lekhsmi P.S., Principal Scientist and Scientist-In-Charge, welcome professional Yoga instructor, Shri Abhay Thaker Ji and urged all the staffs to attend the […]

World Ocean Day Celebration at Veraval RS of ICAR-CMFRI

Veraval Regional Station of ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute has observed World Ocean Day on 7th of June 2024. The station has organized a drawing competition for the students of Bhidia Government School, Veraval. Thirty students belonging to fishermen community took part in the drawing competition. The drawing competition was centric towards World Ocean Day 2024 […]

World Ocean Day: ICAR-CMFRI Conducts Beach Cleanup Drive

To mark World Ocean Day 2024, a beach cleanup drive was conducted at Puthuvypu beach in Kochi on 7th June 2024 by the Marine Biodiversity and Environment Management Division of the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), Kochi. With the onset of the south-west monsoon, the beach and inter tidal areas were in bad shape due […]

ICAR-CIARI, Port Blair Celebrates its 47th Foundation Day

The 47th Foundation Day of ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair, was commemorated on June 24, 2024, with grandeur and the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by esteemed dignitaries and farmers at the Dr. T.R. Dutta conference hall of the institute. Dr. D. R. Singh, Vice Chancellor of Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, Bihar, delivered […]

Training Camp on Seed/Nursery dip Treatment in Basmati Rice Held in PAU- FASC Tarn Taran

The PAU- Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC), Tarn Taran, in collaboration with the Department of Plant Pathology, PAU, Ludhiana, organized a training camp on “Seed/Nursery Treatment in Basmati Rice” in the adopted village of Dugri, Tarn Taran. The event aimed to combat foot rot disease in Basmati rice and was attended by over 50 enthusiastic […]

PAU- KVK Bathinda Hosts Expert-Led Awareness Camp to Boost Cotton Cultivation in Teona

Under the guidance of the Director of Extension Education at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, and the supervision of the Deputy Director (Training) at PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bathinda, an awareness camp on ‘Good Agricultural Practices for Cotton Crop was organized to empower cotton farmers in Teona. The event, held on June 13, 2024, aimed to […]

Vocational Training Course on Goat Farming Concludes at PAU-KVK, Sangrur

A five day vocational training course on “Goat Farming” was organized under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, Ludhiana at the PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur from 03.06.2024 to 07.06.2024 in which 45 farmers/rural youth/women from the districts of Sangrur and Malerkotla participated. The training course was organized under the able guidance of […]

Three-Day Training Program Organized

The College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences of the University, funded by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi, organized a three-day lecture and practical training at village- Raikot and Chowki, development block Loha Aat from 28 June 2024 for the empowerment of Scheduled Castes of Uttarakhand through poultry and livestock farming. On this […]

12th Extension Advisory Committee Meeting Concluded Pantnagar

Pantnagar. 29 June 2024. The two-day meeting of the 12th Extension Advisory Committee of the Directorate of Extension Education of the University was held today at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Lohaghat (Champawat) under the chairmanship of Vice Chancellor Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan. Vice Chancellor Dr. Chauhan stressed the need for scientists to develop technology to prevent […]

PAU Trained Startup Triumph’s at National Cooperative Spices Fair 2024

In a remarkable achievement, ‘One Swaadumlabh Production,’ a startup incubated at the Punjab Agricultural University’s Punjab Agri Business Incubator (PABI), has been honored at the National Cooperative Spice Fair 2024, held in Jaipur of Rajasthan from May 19 to May 28. The National Cooperative Spice Fair 2024, organized by the Cooperation Department, Government of Rajasthan, […]

PAU-KVK Patiala Trained Farmer Honored on World Environment Day

On the occasion of World Environment Day 7.06.2024, the Punjab State Council for Science and Technology, in collaboration with the National Innovation Foundation, recognized the exceptional contributions of Sh. Gurpreet S. Shergill, a progressive farmer trained by PAU- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Patiala. Divulging details, Dr Gurupdesh Kaur, KVK Incharge and Assoc. Prof.(Home Science) informed […]

World Environment Day-2024 Celebrated at ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru

The ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, Bengaluru marked World Environment Day 2024 with the theme “Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience” on June 5th, 2024. Dr. Prakash Patil, Director (A), ICAR-IIHR, graced the event with his presence. Land degradation poses a significant threat to the sustainable development of horticulture, necessitating the implementation of various technologies […]

Triphal Diversity Show Concluded with Grand Success at ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru.

The three days event of Triphal (Mango, Jackfruit and Banana) Diversity Show 2024 held at ICAR-IIHR, Hesaraghatta, Bengaluru witnessed a footfall of over 10,000 fruit lovers physically, whereas over 20000 enthusiasts enjoyed it through social media and reached lacks of interested people over print and electronic media. This three-day long event was organised to Showcase […]

Capacity Building Program on ICAR-IIHR Technologies to Tribal Farmers of Car Nicobar Island

A capacity building programme, to create awareness on “ICAR-IIHR technologies” was organized as part of TSP of ICAR-IIHR to boost the production of horticultural crops of the tribal farmers of  Lapathy village, Carnicobar in collaboration with ICAR-CIARI, and ICAR KVK CIARI, Nicobar Island on 16th May, 2024. Dr. R. Senthil Kumar, Principal Scientist, ICAR-IIHR Bangalore briefed about the important varieties and technologies of […]

PAU’S Vigorous Campaign Promotes Direct-Seeded Rice Technique Across Village’s

In its ongoing concerted effort to promote the Direct Seeded Rice (DSR) method, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, and KVK Bathinda organized a series of farmer camps and demonstrations in the villages of Mansa Khurd, Kili Nihal Singh, Teona, and Kot Fatta. Dr. Gurdeep Singh Sidhu, Deputy Director of Training in Bathinda, emphasized the advantages […]

‘Focus on Cutting Edge Technologies to Meet Future Challenges’: QRT

The fourth meeting of the Quinquennial Review Team (QRT) constituted by ICAR, New Delhi took place at ICAR-RCER, Patna from June 24-26, 2024. The purpose of the meeting was to assess the performance of the institute and its centers from 2018 to 2023& suggest future strategies for its development to meet the mandate. The meeting […]

ICAR-IVRI Organized “Workshop & Follow-up Interface Meet”With the Department of Animal Husbandry , Himachal Pradesh

ICAR-IVRI has organized the first “Workshop & Follow-up Interface Meet” with the Department of Animal Husbandry, Himachal Pradesh on 11th June 2024. The meeting was graced by the Chief Guest Dr. Triveni Dutt, Director & Vice –Chancellor, ICARIVRI, Izatnagar, and Guest of honour Dr. Sandeep Rattan, Deputy Director, Department of Animal Husbandry, Himachal Pradesh. Dr. […]

AGENOR (Trichoderma asperellum), A PAU Strain Launched for Foots RoT CONTROL IN Basmati

Making a rare scientific breakthrough for the management of foot rot of basmati in Punjab, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and IPL Biologicals Limited jointly launched its biocontrol agent Trichoderma asperellum 2.0 WP under the trade name ‘AGENOR’ in a function organized at 7.06.2024 Dr Khem Singh Gill Farmers’ Service Center, PAU, today. ‘AGENOR’ is a strain of […]

PAU-KVK and PAU-FASC Faridkot Advocate for Adoption of Direct Seeded Rice among Farmer’s

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Faridkot, under the guidance of Dr Amandeep Singh Brar, Associate Director (Training), and the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, organized an awareness camp on Direct-Seeded Rice (DSR) at village Pakhi Kalan. The event, attended by 27 progressive farmers, aimed to promote the adoption of DSR technology for sustainable farming. Dr. Rakesh […]

ABI, ICAR –IIHR Organized Entrepreneurship Development Programme on Quality Vegetable Seedling Production

Agri Business Incubation(ABI) of ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR), Bengaluru had organized one day  training on quality vegetable seedling production  on 27.6.2024. Dr. M. Thangam, Principal Scientist and Principal Investigator of the ABI Unit, extended a warm welcome to both dignitaries and participants. The training commenced with Dr. Manjunath B.L., Principal Investigator of the ITMU, […]

Gerbera Flower in About one Acre and Three Poly Houses under Protected Cultivation in Block- Bihar Sharif visited the cultivation of Rose Flower in 2.0 acre Area and Came Across other Activities of Farmers and Encouraged Them

Today on 28.06.2024, the progressive farmer of Nalanda district Mr. Alok Anand, father Mr. Birendra Kumar Sinha, village- Medyi, by the Honorable Chancellor of Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, Bhagalpur Dr. D. R. Singh and Director of Extension Education, Dr. K. Sohane. Gerbera flower in about one acre and three poly houses under protected cultivation in […]

One-Day Training Program on Improved Method of Paddy Cultivation for Livelihood Improvement of SC Farmers Under the SCSP Program at KVK-CISH, Malda (WB).

The ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna, in collaboration with KVK-CISH, Malda, conducted a one-day training program on improved method of paddy cultivation for livelihood improvement of SC farmers under SCSP program on June 21, 2024, at KVK-CISH, Malda. A team of four scientists-Dr. Bikash Sarkar, Principal Scientist; Dr. P.K. Sundaram, Senior Scientist; Dr. […]

65 Beekeeper’s Attend Training Camp, Expert’s Warn Against Honey Adulteration

As many as 65 members of Progressive Beekeepers’ Association (PBKA) attended the monthly training camp at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. Experts Dr Jaspal Singh, Principal Entomologist; and Dr Manmeet Manav, Extension Scientist, explained the methods of making and using artificial bee pollen as well as quality testing time of honey with PAU honey testing […]

PAU Inks Pact with Telangana-Based Firm for Maize Hybrid

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) inked a pact with Telangana-based Atlanta Crop Private Limited for licensing of maize hybrid PMH 14. Dr Ajmer Singh Dhatt, Director of Research; and Mr Abhishek Singh from Atlanta Crop Private Limited signed the Memorandum of Agreement on behalf of their respective organizations. Dr Surinder Sandhu, Incharge Maize Section, stated […]

ICAR-CIARI, Port Blair, Celebrates its 47th Foundation Day

24th June 2024, Port Blair The 47th Foundation Day of ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair, was commemorated today, at the Dr. T.R. Dutta conference Hall, ICAR-CIARI. The Chief Guest, Dr. C. Sivaperuman, OIC of ZSI, Port Blair, A&N Island, acknowledged the institute for its commitment to serve the islands, especially in areas such […]

ICAR-NRCC Celebrates World Camel Day 2024

22nd June 2024, Bikaner To mark the International Year of Camelids 2024, declared by the United Nations, ICAR-National Research Centre on Camel Bikaner celebrated ‘World Camel Day today. The Chief Guest, Dr. A. Sahoo, Director, ICAR-National Institute of Animal Nutrition and Physiology, Bengaluru, urged the need for changes in law enacted on camel conservation by […]

AgriAdapt Consultation Workshop at ICAR-CRIDA

21st June 2024, Hyderabad World Resources Institute in collaboration with ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hyderabad, and National Agro Foundation, Chennai, organised a technical consultation workshop on AgriAdapt, a free online climate risk tool that helps value chain actors in the rice, cotton, and coffee value chains to understand climate risks at ICAR-CRIDA, today. […]

Land Resource Information Cards distributed during the Training of Trainers at Koraput District under the REWARDS Odisha Programme

20-21 June 2024, Koraput ICAR-National Bureau of Soil Survey and Land Use Planning, Regional Centre, Kolkata, organized a 2-day Training of Trainers on Technical Know-How on Land Resource Information Cards to the Extension Managers. LRI cards in Odia version (Bhumi Sampada Tathyabali) were distributed to the 65 farm families of Kuspar village of Baipariguda-1 SWS […]

Certified Paddy Seed Distribution Programme for SC Farmers of Sundarban, South 24 Parganas under SCSP activities of ICAR-CRIJAF

20th June 2024, Barrackpore ICAR-Central Research Institute for Jute and Allied Fibers, Barrackpore organized the Certified Paddy Seed Distribution Programme today at Kultali, South 24 Parganas in association with Kultali Milon Tirtha Society for livelihood and technological improvement of SC women farmers of Sundarban. The programme aimed to make the small and marginal farmers of […]

Awareness Programme for Contractual Laborer’s at ICAR CCARI, Goa

21st June 2024, Goa An awareness programme for contractual laborers was organised at the ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, today to educate them about their rights and the importance of workplace safety. The officials interacted with laborers engaged in diverse duties at the institute, addressing their concerns and answering questions. Dr. Parveen Kumar, Director, […]

PAU- KVK Bathinda Organizes Comprehensive Training Session’s on Cotton Cultivation

Under the direction of the Director of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Ludhiana, and the supervision of the Deputy Director (Training), PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bathinda, two one-day training camps were organized to empower cotton farmers in the villages of Kot Fatta and Kot Bhara. These events, held on June 3 and June 5, […]

First Ever Rainbow Trout Production Facility in Meghalaya Established and Demonstrated by ICAR-DCFR

19th June 2024, Bhimtal ICAR-Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research, Bhimtal, Uttarakhand, established the first private rainbow trout production facility at Nongrum Mawphlang, East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, in collaboration with Iatreilang Foundation Multipurpose Cooperative Society to create awareness among the local community and interested stakeholders about the socio-economic benefits of rainbow trout farming. ICAR-DCFR organised a […]

ICAR-CIBA and Avanti Foundation ink MoU to Jointly Conduct Skill Development Training Programmes

19th June 2024, Chennai ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture, Chennai in collaboration with Avanti Foundation, Andhra Pradesh organized the skill development training programs in the area of Brackishwater shrimp and fish farming. A Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the organizations today at AU-Avanti Skill Development Centre, Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. ICAR-CIBA and Avanti Foundation ink […]

Live streaming of PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi Programme at ICAR-KVK-Ranga Reddy District of ICAR-CRIDA

18th June 2024, Hyderabad ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra-Ranga Reddy District, ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hayathnagar organized a live webcasting of the Prime Minister’s PM Kisan Samman Nidhi 17th release, today. The event aimed to raise awareness about various Government of India schemes related to agriculture and allied sectors. Live streaming of PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi […]

One Day Visit and Training Programme on Mountain Agriculture Organized for IAS Trainee Officers at ICAR-VS-PAHAR

A one day tour-cum-training programme on hill agriculture for Indian Administrative Service (IAS) trainee officers was organized at ICAR-Vivekanand Parvatiya Krishi Anusandhan Sansthan (PARKAS), Hawalbagh today. Dr. Raghunandan Singh Tolia, Uttarakhand Academy of Administration, Nainital and Ms. Gauri Prabhat and Ms. Dikshita Joshi were also present on the occasion. One day tour-cum-training programme on hill […]

TAR-WATTAR DSR: A Game Changer for Rice Farmer’s in Punjab

In a relentless effort to conserve water, Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), led a team of experts to Govindgarh village on the Raikot-Barnala road to observe the impressive performance of ‘tar-wattar Direct Seeded Rice’ (DSR) in farmers’ fields. This innovative method, developed by PAU, involves directly drilling rice seeds into a tar-wattar field […]

PAU Celebrates World Environment Day

The NSS cell of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), under the aegis of Directorate of Students’ Welfare, celebrated World Environment Day with the theme “Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience.” Dr Rishi Indra Singh Gill, Estate Officer, said, “Let’s pledge to adopt sustainable practices and contribute to a greener, healthier planet.” Dr Nirmal Singh Jaura, Director […]

International Yoga Day organized at ICAR-Attari, Kolkata

June 21, 2024, Kolkata A yoga practice program was organized today at the ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (Atari), Kolkata campus. All the scientists, officers and project staff of the institute enthusiastically participated in this program and easily mastered the various yoga postures demonstrated by the yoga instructor. Director of the Institute, Dr. Pradeep Dey […]

Annual Review Meeting of AICRP- Weed Management

XXXI Annual Review Meeting of All India Coordinated Research Projects-Weed Management was organised at Odisha University of Agricultural and Technology Bhubaneswar from 19th-21st June 2024 to review the progress of AICRP-WM centers for the year 2023-24, and to formulate the new technical programme for the next two years. The Chief Guest, Dr. S.K. Chaudhari, Deputy […]

A success Story of a Piggery Entrepreneur Through Field Adoption of Reproductive Technologies

Pig farming in India is largely unorganized and many farmers do not follow improved practices. However, many are now considering medium- to large-scale piggery enterprises as profitable ventures. Shri Ramesh Vaidu, from Belagavi, Karnataka, has attempted self-employment through pig farming but faces challenges like low submission rates, high feed costs, shortage of breeding males, and […]

A Three-Day Virtual Training on ‘Goat Rearing as a Profitable Business’

A three-day virtual training on ‘Goat Rearing as a Profitable Business’ was organized from June 20-22, 2024 under the joint aegis of the University’s Sameti- Uttarakhand (Directorate of Extension Education) and National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE), Hyderabad. In the inaugural session of the virtual training, Director Extension Education Dr. Jitendra Kwatra said that […]

Yoga program on International Yoga Day in the University

Pantnagar. 21 June 2024. On the occasion of International Yoga Day, the Vice Chancellor of the University, Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan extended his heartfelt wishes to all the campus residents and called upon everyone to make yoga an integral part of their life for good health. The Physical Education Section of the University organized a […]

German Patent: Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour got it for Neera Powder

Bihar has a large number of palm trees and has the potential to replace Tamil Nadu as the largest producer of neera. Neera is the fresh sap of the palm tree which is widely used in Bihar to make alcohol. However, alcohol is banned in Bihar which creates a huge problem for the farmers, especially […]

Starting of a Three-Day National Conference at the Agricultural College, Purnia for the Proper Development of Makhana and Waterlogged Areas and Expansion of Makhana-Based Technology at The National Level

Starting of a three-day national conference from June 08, 2024 at the Agricultural College, Purnia for the proper development of Makhana and waterlogged areas and expansion of Makhana-based technology at the national level. This national conference will establish Makhana, Bihar’s heritage, on the world stage: Chancellor-cum-Governor, Bihar Shri Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar The three-day Makhana-National Conference […]

On the occasion of an International Seminar in BAU, Sabour

On the occasion of an International seminar on 13/06/2024 in BAU, Sabour, The Honorable Governor of Bihar Shri Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar and Vice Chancellor, visited Krishi Gyan Rath and observed the facility of soil, plant, water and animal disease diagnosis. This Krishi Gyan Rath has been working at the village level. It provides immediate solutions […]

Field Day cum Diversity Fair on Avocado Organized on 15th June, 2024 by ICAR-IIHR-Central Horticultural Experiment Station, Chettalli

ICAR-IIHR-Central Horticultural Experiment Station, Chettalli organized Field Day cum Diversity Fair on Avocado on 15th June, 2024 at CHES, Chettalli. The main aim of the programme was to showcase the genetic diversity in avocado and address the problems in cultivation of avocado. The programme was started with the inauguration of exhibition by Dr. S. K. Singh, […]

Agritech Innovation and Startup Meet Organized

Pantnagar. 24 June, 2024. Under the leadership of Vice Chancellor of the University Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan, Directorate of Research and Startup Incubation and Innovation Center, IIT Kanpur jointly organized Agritech Innovation and Startup Meet program in Dr. VPS Arora Auditorium of the College of Agribusiness Management of the University today. Dr. Amita Joshi, Deputy […]

Induction and Orientation Training Programme” for the newly recruited Technicians T-1)” from 15th May to 14th June2024 Organized by ICAR –IIHR

The ICAR –IIHR, Bengaluru organized the Induction and Orientation Training Programme for the newly recruited Technicians (T-1) for about one month period from 15th May – 14th June 2024. The newly recruited 31 technicians of ICAR – IIHR were trained at IACR-IIHR, Bengaluru to expose the trainees to acquire knowledge, skills and attitude to be inculcated to work […]

Three Days National Conference on “Living With Nature: Soil, Water and Society in Ecosystem Conservation (LNSWSEC-2024)” Commences in Dehradun on June

Three days National Conference on “Living With Nature: Soil, Water and Society in Ecosystem Conservation (LNSWSEC-2024)” commences in Dehradun on June 20, 2024 The National Conference on “Living With Nature: Soil, Water, and Society in Ecosystem Conservation (LNSWSEC-2024)” has begun at the Himalayan Cultural Center, Dehradun. The event is organized by the Indian Association of […]

ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun, Sensitizing the Farming Communities on Potential of Improved Poultry Farming Distributed Month-Old Dual-Purpose Poultry Chicks in Kalsi Block

The ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (IISWC), Dehradun, sensitizing the farming communities on potential of improved poultry farming distributed month-old dual-purpose poultry chicks in Kalsi Block, on 12.6.2024. The initiative, as a part of the SC-SP program of ICAR-IISWC, was organized and coordinated by Dr. M. Muruganandam, Head, PME and KM Unit and […]

27th Research Council Meeting June 2024

The 27th Research Council meeting held on 19-20 June 2024 was formally inaugurated today on 19.06.2024 in the main auditorium of Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour by lighting the lamp by the Honorable Vice Chancellor Dr. D.R. Singh. Famous experts from outside, Dr. C.P. Sachan, former Dean (Agriculture), Chandrashekhar Azad Agricultural and Technical University, Kanpur, Uttar […]

PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur Host’s Training on Preserving Seasonal Summer Produce

PAU- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, conducted a comprehensive vocational training course on preserving seasonal summer fruits and vegetables from May 27 to May 31, 2024, at the KVK campus. This initiative highlighted the commitment to equipping individuals with practical skills that enhance food security and promote sustainable agricultural practices. Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate […]

KVK Fatehgarh Sahib Celebrates World Milk Day with Local Dairy Farmer’s

PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Fatehgarh Sahib marked 05.06.2024 World Milk Day with an engaging event that brought together around 20 local dairy farmers. The celebration aimed to highlight the critical role of dairy farming in providing quality nutrition and promoting global health. Dr Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training), inaugurated the event and delivered an […]

International Yoga Day 2024 Organized at Bihar Agricultural University Sabour

Today, on 21st June 2024, Bihar Agricultural University Sabour Bhagalpur organized International Yoga Day 2024 in the Officer Club of the University Campus. The program was inaugurated by the Honorable Vice Chancellor of Bihar Agricultural University Sabour, Dr. D. R. Singh. On this occasion, the Honorable Vice Chancellor told all the teachers, officials and students […]

‘Summer Camp Leads to Overall Personality Development’

The closing ceremony of the 15-day Fun Finity: Summer Camp, which ran from 29 May to 14 June, was organised under the Student Ready Program of the Resource Management and Consumer Science Department at the University’s Community Science College under the guidance of Dr. Chhaya Shukla. The chief guest of the program was the college’s […]

Best Centre Award to Mushroom Research and Training Centre of University

Pantnagar. 14 June 2024. A two-day annual workshop for the year 2023-24 of All India Coordinated Research Project – Mushroom was organized at Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, Bangalore on 13-14 June 2024, in which Project Officer (ACRIP – Mushroom) of the University, Dr. S.K. Mishra presented the results of a total of 10 research […]

Paddy Plantation Program Formally Started at Beni Farm of the University

Pantnagar. 11 June 2024. The Vice Chancellor of the University, Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan, inaugurated the paddy plantation at Beni field of the University Farm this morning with due ceremony. On this occasion, the Vice Chancellor informed that the work of paddy plantation has been started in the University Farm and the seed of the […]

Sabour Chapter of ISSS and SSAC, BAU Host Special Lecture on Soil Science

On May 28, 2024, the Sabour Chapter of the Indian Society of Soil Science (ISSS) and the Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry (SSAC) at Bihar Agricultural University (BAU) jointly organized a special lecture program. The event was arranged by President Prof. Nilanjan Chattopadhyay and Secretary Dr. Nintu Mondal of this chapter under the […]

Hon’ble Governor Inaugurated The Two Day International Seminar at BAU

A two-day international seminar on the topic “The journey of rural development from independence to Amritkal to strengthen agriculture and rural economy” was organized at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour today on 13.06.2024 by the Honorable Governor-cum-Chancellor Shri Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar. This international seminar is being jointly organized by Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour and Excellent Vision […]

PAU Organizes a Field Day on Integrated Management of Mites

The All India Network Project (AINP) on Agricultural Acarology, Department of Entomology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Nurmahal, Jalandhar organized a field day on 28.05.2024 “Integrated Management of Mites on Vegetable Crops” at Nurmahal. About 70 farmers including farm women participated in the activity which was organized to sensitize them […]

PAU-KVK Kapurthala Enhances Technological Support for Direct Seeded Rice (DSR) in Local Village’s

The PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kapurthala,28.05.2024 under the guidance of the Director of Extension Education at PAU, Ludhiana, is ramping up technological support for Direct Seeded Rice (DSR) in various villages, including Dham, Talwandi Mehma, Bheela, and Kothe Chet Singh in the Kapurthala block. Dr. Mandeep Singh, Assistant Professor of Agronomy at Kapurthala, highlighted the importance […]

PAU Organizes Field Demonstration on Mat Type Nursery Seeder

The Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a field demonstration on 30.05.2024 “Tractor Operated Mat Type Nursery Seeder” at village Sherpur Khurd, Jagraon. Impressed by the machine’s performance, Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, PAU, said that the machine can help in the timely sowing of mat-type paddy nursery, thereby, […]

PAU-KVK, Mansa Hold’s Vocational Training on Poultry Farming

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Mansa under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana regularly conducts various skill development training courses to promote subsidiary occupations. Under this series, a vocational training course on “Poultry Farming” was conducted at KVK, premises from May 24 to 30, 2024 for the farmers, farm women and rural youth. As many […]

University Visit of Advisor from Embassy of France

Pantnagar. June 14, 2024. Mrs. Monique Tran, Adviser on Agricultural Affairs from the French Embassy in India visited the museum and various colleges at the University Center of the University and held discussions with the scientists. Chancellor of the University Dr. He met Manmohan Singh Chouhan and discussed the movement of students and faculty members […]

Expert’s Share Eco-Friendly Mite Management and Vegetable Crop Insights’ at PAU-KVK Jalandhar Field

PAU – K.V.K. Jalandhar (Nurmahal) hosted a significant field day 28.05.2024, attended by 70 farmers. The event focused on providing specialized knowledge about vegetable crops, emphasizing eco-friendly mite management. Experts from Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana’s Department of Entomology, and other specialists interacted with farmers, addressing their questions and offering valuable suggestions. Dr. Manmeet Brar […]

PAU-KVK, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Conduct’s Successful Vocational Training on Horticultural Value Addition and Waddi Making

A five-day vocational training course on “Value Addition of Summer Horticultural Crops and Waddi Making” was held from May 20th to 24th, 2024 at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Langroya, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar. The training was organized under the auspices of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, Ludhiana. Assistant Professor of Home Science, […]

Seed Sale of PAU Rice Varieties Sees a Massive Surge, Exudes Farmers Long-Lasting Trust

Bolstering the farmer-scientist connection as well as maintaining the long-lasting trust and confidence of farmers for the past 62 years, the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has once again seen a massive upswing in the seed sale of its rice varieties during the current Kharif season 2024. Revealing the details, Dr GS Mangat, Additional Director of Research (Agriculture), […]

PAU Hold’s Brain Storming Session on Direct Seeded Rice

The Department of Agronomy, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a two-day brainstorming session-cum-training programme on “Direct Seeded Rice (DSR)” at PAU to mark its Diamond Jubilee. About 100 participants including Agriculture Officers and Agriculture Development Officers from the State Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare; extension personnel from Krishi Vigyan Kendras and Farm Advisory Service […]

45 Farmer’s and Farm Women’s Get Training in Vinegar and Beverage Making at PAU

As many as 45 members of agricultural community comprising farmers, farm women and youths participated in the five-day training course on the “Preparation of Natural Vinegar and Low Alcoholic Carbonated Beverages and Fermented Pickle from Fruits” which concluded at the Skill Development Centre of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. The course was held under the […]

PAU-KVK Ferozepur Host’s Vocational Training on Dairy Farming

The Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Ferozepur, under the guidance of Dr GPS Sodhi, Additional Director of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, successfully organized a 10-day vocational training programme on dairy farming from May 13 to May 24, 2022. About 22 farmers and farm women enthusiastically participated in the event. The training featured a […]

PAU Organizes Field Day on Sunflower

The Oilseeds Section, Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), in collaboration with ICAR-Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research, Hyderabad organized a field day on ‘Sunflower’ at the research farm of PAU, Ludhiana. It aimed at showcasing the performance of 36 diverse hybrids developed by different state agricultural institutes (SAUs) and private seed […]

Training on “Diagnostics and Management of Vegetable Viruses”

Date: 24.06.2024 & 25.06.2024 Time of training: 10.00 am to 5.00 pm Last date of receipt of application: 23.06.2024 Venue: Committee Room, ICAR-IIHR, Hesarghatta, Bangalore Course Director: Dr.Mahesha Course Co-Director. Dr. D.K.Samuel & Dr. V. Venkataramappa Course Co-Ordinator’s: Dr. M.V. Dhananjaya, Dr. Kalaivanan D. & BESST-HORT Team Objectives of the training 1. To detect and […]

PAU-KVK Amritsar Empowers Farmer’s with Dairy Farming Training

A 10-day vocational training course on “Dairy Farming” was organized under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, Ludhiana at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Amritsar from 13.05.2023 to 24.05.2023 in which 50 farmers/farm women and rural youth from the districts of Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Gurdaspur and Kapurthala participated. The training course was organized […]

Delegation of DPS, Amritsar Visit’s PAU to Learn Agri-Biotechnology

Continuing with its all-out efforts to keep the Punjabi youths connected with their roots, the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is welcoming the exposure and educational visits of the student fraternity from different educational institutions of the state and adjoining states. A 39-member delegation of students, comprising six teachers, from Delhi Public School, Amritsar visited PAU […]

ICAR-CRIDA Rawep-Ready Training Programmes 2024-25 An Unique Education Opportunity to Students Through Learning by Doing at CRIDA

About CRIDA The Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture was established in 1985 to undertake basic and applied research, to act as repository of information, provide leadership and coordinate network research, to act as a Centre for Training, to collaborate with relevant National and International Organizations and to provide Consultancy for the development of drylands. […]

PAU Hold’s Frontline Demonstration to Promote Production and Consumption of Millet’s

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) under the aegis of All India Coordinated Research Project – Women in Agriculture (AICRP-WIA) organized frontline demonstrations on millet sowing in the fields of progressive farmers at villages Halwara, Sarabha and Paddi Khalsa of Punjab as a part of Shree Anna Gram (Millet) Program. The sowing of millets was done […]

Introduction of Mineral Mixture Making Machine and Supplements Distribution Programme for Livestock’s under FFP

The ICAR-Central Soil Salinity Research Institute (CSSRI) organized a Mineral Mixture, anionic mixture and Berga Fat Distribution Programme under the Farmer FIRST Project on May 16, 2024, in Kathura village of Sonepat district of Haryana. The initiative involved distributing supplements to enhance livestock health and productivity, addressing the nutritional deficiencies in animals. The program witnessed […]

Farmers-Scientist Interface Meeting-Cum-Rice Seed Distribution Programme

On 22nd May 2024, a farmers-scientist interface meeting-cum-Kisan Gosthi was organised under CSSRI led Farmer FIRST Project to distribute seeds of various high yielding varieties (PB 1718, PB 1692, PB 1121 & PB 1509), promoting sustainable agricultural practices, and enhancing crop productivity of rice among 60 farmers of Village Kathura, Dhanana, Chhiri, Banwasa and Khalpa. […]

PAU Inks Pact for Commercialization of Patented Hybrid Hydroponics Technology

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana has inked a pact 22.05.2024 with LS Industries, Bairsen, Solan for the commercialization of “Hybrid Hydroponics Technology with Improved Water and Nutrient Perforation and Re circulation System”. Dr Ajmer Singh Dhatt, Director of Research, PAU and Mr Sanju Laroia, Senior Vice-President (Global Operations), LS Industries Limited, signed the agreement […]

PAU- KVK Kapurthala Trains the Farmer’s in Soil Sampling to Develop Village Soil Fertility’s Map

The PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra,22.05.2024 Kapurthala under the aegis of Director of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana has started a soil sampling campaign in the adopted village Jainpur of block Sultanpur Lodhi, district Kapurthala. Dr Harinder Singh, Associate Director (Training), Kapurthala explained the importance of soil sampling and soil testing in the intensive agriculture. He explained that […]

Drone Training Started at CTCRI for Women Farmers Under Kudumbashree

ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, Kudumbashree and FACT jointly organized a four-day agricultural drone training program for women farmers. Kudumbashree Director Bindu K.S inaugurated the training program organized at CTCRI. In her opening remarks, Smt. Bindu highlighted the unique opportunity this program creates for learning cutting-edge agricultural technologies and enhancing employment opportunities. Dr. G. Byju, […]

Tuber Crops Seed Village Programme: Farmers’ Training and Distribution of Planting Material

Tuber crops seed village programme: Farmers’ training and distribution of planting material” was organised on 15.5.2024 in Venganoor Grama panchayath at CSI church Hall ,Venniyoor. The program is intended to address the shortage of quality planting materials by making available the required planting materials of the improved tuber crop varieties in each village and also […]

NABARD Chief Delivers Visakham Thirunal Endowment Lecture at CTCRI

Shaji K.V., Chairman, NABARD delivered the prestigious H.H. Sree Visakham Thirunal Endowment Lecture on the topic of ‘Harnessing Digital Technologies for Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development’ at the ICAR- Central Tuber Crop Research Institute (CTCRI), Sreekariyam, Thiruvananthapuram on 03 June 2024. The event, organized annually by ICAR-CTCRI in association with the Indian Society for Root […]

CTCRI Commercializes e-Crop for Rs. 17.70 Lakhs on World Environment Day

ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI) has signed technology license agreement (TLA) with M/s Precision Grow, Mumbai and transferred the e-Crop smart farming technology for a cost of Rs. 17.70 lakhs. The TLA was signed on the occasion of world environment day celebrations at CTCRI by G. Byju, Director, CTCRI; Praveen Malik, CEO, Agrinnovate India […]

Farmers Training Program Organized at DPR, Hyderabad

ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research, Hyderabad organized a three day Farmers Training Programme on “Poultry Production and Management”, from 3rd  to 5th June, 2024. Seventeen farmers from three different states viz., Telangana, Karnataka and Nagaland participated in this training programme. Dr. R.N. Chatterjee, Director, ICAR-DPR, inaugurated the programme and interacted with the participants. In this training, farmers were […]

A special Brainstorming Session on “Augmenting Pre-Breeding for Wheat Improvement”

12-04-2024 A special brainstorming session on “Augmenting Pre-breeding for wheat improvement” was organized today at ICAR-IIWBR, Karnal, in hybrid mode in which Dr. Gyanendra Singh, Director, was the Chairman and Dr. NS Bains, Former Director Research, PAU Ludhiana, was Co-chairman. During the session four eminent speakers (Dr. BS Tyagi, PI Coordination, ICAR-IIWBR, Dr. NS Bains, […]

One-Day Program was Organized by the State Council of Science and Technology (UCOST) and the Department of Environmental Sciences in the University

On the occasion of World Environment Day 2024, a one-day program was organized by the State Council of Science and Technology (UCOST) and the Department of Environmental Sciences in the university. In the program, the chief guest, Acting Vice Chancellor and Dean Community Science College Dr. Alka Goyal, Dean Science and Humanities Dr. Sandeep Arora, […]

World Environment Day Celebrated at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour

The World Environment Day was celebrated at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour on 5th June, 2024. STudent volunteers of National Service Scheme and the cadets of National Cadet Corps actively participated in a tree plantation drive organized at BAU, Sabour. The first sapling of Gulmohar was planted by the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Dr. D. R. Singh […]

Bihar Amotsav-2024 will be Organized in Raj Bhavan

On the coming 15th to 16th June 2024, “Bihar Amotsav-2024” will be organized jointly by Bihar Agricultural University Sabour and Agriculture Department, Government of Bihar at Raj Bhavan Patna. On this occasion, the poster and logo of ‘Amotsav-2024’ was unveiled by His Excellency Governor Shri Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar at Raj Bhavan Patna today. On this […]

Sabour Chapter of ISSS and SSAC, BAU Host Special Lecture on Soil Science

On May 28, 2024, the Sabour Chapter of the Indian Society of Soil Science (ISSS) and the Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry (SSAC) at Bihar Agricultural University (BAU) jointly organized a special lecture program. The event was arranged by President Prof. Nilanjan Chattopadhyay and Secretary Dr. Nintu Mondal of this chapter under the […]

Online Training Program on “Building Climate Resilient Agricultural System’s Through Community Based Approaches’”

About Training Climate change, a widely discussed topic in various national and international platforms over the years, has gained much attention in the recent past mainly when climate change indicators like rising global temperature, shrinking glaciers, changing precipitation pattern, melting of sea ice, rising sea level etc. started affecting the human life and food security. […]

Seed Mela and Farmers – Scientists Interaction Meeting by ARS, Tornala

Seed mela along with Farmers Scientist Interaction has been organised at Agricultural Polytechnic premises, Tornala on 24th May, 2024 by ARS, Tornala. The meeting was held under the Chairmanship of Dr. S. Sridevi, Principal Scientist & Head, ARS, Tornala. The Programme started with Lighting of Lamp followed by Invocation of University Song. In her opening […]

Agricultural Research Station, Karimnagar Organized Seed Mela

Agricultural Research Station, Karimnagar has organised Seed Mela, 2024 on 24th May. Every year seed mela is conducted in all the Regional Agricultural Research Stations, Agricultural Research Stations and Krishi Vignan Kendras of PJTSAU. 12000 quintals of seed have been produced from 67 varieties of 16 crops and made available to the farmers throughout the […]

ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil & Water Conservation, Dehradun and it’s Research Centres Celebrated the World Environment Day-2024

In commemoration of World Environment Day 2024 with the theme, the ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (IISWC), Research Centre, Udhagamandalam, organized a “Native Tree Plantation Drive and Awareness Programme” on June 5, 2024. The event took place at the center’s research farm campus and aimed to foster environmental awareness and promote the conservation […]

Training on “Diagnostics and Management of Vegetable Viruses”

2 days -Training on Diagnostics and Management of Vegetable viruses Date: 24.06.2024 & 25.06.2024 Time of training: 10.00 am to 5.00 pm Last date of receipt of application: 23.06.2024 Venue: Committee Room, ICAR-IIHR, Hesarghatta, Bangalore Course Director: Dr. Mahesha B. Course Co-Director. Dr. D.K.Samuel & Dr. V. Venkataramappa Course Co-Ordinator’s: Dr. M.V. Dhananjaya, Dr. Kalaivanan […]

ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Research Centre, Udhagamandalam organized an awareness campaign on ‘Climate Resilient Technologies for Soil and Water Conservation’ on May

In commemoration of World Environment Day 2024, the ICAR – Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Research Centre, Udhagamandalam, organized an awareness campaign on “Climate Resilient Technologies for Soil and Water Conservation” on the 24th May, 2024, at Melkavatty village, Udhagamandalam. The event aimed to create awareness, educate and engage the local community, farmers, […]

Celebration of Telangana Formation Day Decennial Celebrations on 02.06.2024, at Agricultural College, Adilabad

Telangana Formation Day Decennial Celebrations was celebrated at Agricultural College, Adilabad on 02.06.2024. The programme started with garlanding the photo of Professor Kothapalli Jayashankar and other National leaders by Dr. Sreedhar Chauhan, Associate Dean, Agricultural College, Adilabad, followed by floral tributes by Dr. M. Suresh, OISA & Assistant Professor and other non-teaching staff and students. […]

Castor Seed Mela & Farmers-Scientists Interaction

ICAR-Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research in collaboration with ARS, Anantapuramu, ANGRAU has organized a “Castor Seed Mela & Farmers-Scientists Interaction” at Rekulakunta, Anantapuramu, Andhra Pradesh on 30.05.2024. Scientists from ICAR-IIOR, ANGRAU, KVK, FPOs and around 120 farmers participated in the event. Dr. R.K. Mathur, Director, ICAR-IIOR on his opening remarks highlighted the importance of access […]

Awareness Programme on World Environment Day at Agricultural College, Adilabad

World Environment Day was organized at Agricultural College, Adilabad on 05.06.2024. The programme started with welcoming of the Guest speaker, Associate Dean and Teaching staff on to the Dias by Dr. M. Suresh, Officer i/c of Students Affairs, Ag. College Adilabad. It was followed by brief about Environment and reason behind organizing World Environment Day. […]

Awareness cum Training Programme on Summer Ploughing and Soil Sampling Procedure at Alirajpet (V), Siddipet (Dt.) by DAATTC, Tornala

Awareness cum training programme on summer ploughing and soil sampling procedure was organized by Sri. J. Vijay, Coordinator and Dr. Ch. Pallavi, Scientist (TOT), from DAATTC, Tornala on 28.05.2024 at Alirajpet village, Jagdevpur Mandal, Siddipet district. In this programme, Sri. J. Vijay, Coordinator explained about the importance of summer ploughing, implements to be used, depth […]

KVK, Malyal Distributed “Poultry Birds” Under Tribal Sub Plan

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal distributed 1000 no. of poultry birds on 29.05.2024 (1month old, Gramapriya chicks) to tribal farmer beneficiaries under Tribal Sub Plan, 2022-23 and 2023-24 in TSP adopted villages. Sri Srikanth, Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (VAS), Kothaguda explained about the characters of breed, care to be taken for distributed chicks during this summer. Dr. […]

World Environment Day Celebrated at ICAR-RCER, Patna Our Land – our Future

The ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region (ICAR-RCER), Patna, commemorated World Environment Day on June 5th, 2024, focusing on “Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience.” The event began with a tree plantation ceremony done by esteemed guests Dr. Amita Raj, Divisional Forest Officer of Sitamarhi and Sheohar, Bihar, Dr. Prakash Jha, Assistant Professor of Agricultural […]

Field Day-Cum-Farmer Interaction at Sindhudurga, Maharashtra

1st May 2024, Goa ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa organized a field day-cum-farmer interaction programme today to gain insights into the challenges shrimp farmers face along the coastal region of Maharashtra. The programme aimed to assess the current status of shrimp farming and to understand issues in shrimp farming. The team conducted visits to […]

ICAR-CIBA Develops a Tank Based New Age Shrimp Farming System

4th May 2024, Chennai ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture, Chennai released its maidan shrimp harvest from a new-age shrimp rearing system, a pilot project under PMMSY. The programme is implemented with funding support from the Department of Fisheries. By integrating various proven technologies into a single production system, this approach promises a paradigm shift in […]

Training on Recent Advances in Good Agricultural Practices for the Management of Emerging Insect Pests in Coconut

ICAR – National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources, Bengaluru organised a Coconut Development Board Sponsored Training on ‘Recent Advances in Good Agricultural Practices for Management of Emerging Insect pests in Coconut’ from 29th April – 3rd April 2024 for Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection) of ICAR- Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Plant Protection Officers (Entomology) of Central […]

PAU- KVK Hoshiarpur Host’s Demonstration of Paddy Straw Bale Shredder cum Mulcher

The Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering at Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, in collaboration with PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur, and the Vegetable Research Farm, Khanoura, organized a method demonstration on May 14, 2024. The event showcased the usage of a paddy straw bale shredder cum mulcher in turmeric-sown fields at the farm of award-winning […]

PAU Celebrates National Lac Insect Day

The Department of Entomology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), celebrated “National Lac Insect Day” on Thursday under ‘Network Project on Conservation of Lac Insect Genetic Resources,’ funded by ICAR-National Institute of Secondary Agriculture (Ranchi). A total of 169 undergraduate and postgraduate students participated in this programme which was organised with an objective to create awareness about […]

Golden Jubilee Celebration of India’s First Krishi Vigyan Kendra (1974-2024)

To mark the 50th anniversary of the establishment of India’s first Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) is celebrating the Golden Jubilee of KVKs with a Symbolic Baton Relay. This relay covers KVKs from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, culminating at Puducherry, India’s first KVK. As part of this celebratory series, the […]

PAU-FASC Sangrur Start’s Soil Sampling of First Phase from Adopted Village Rajnagar Chhana

As per the guidelines of Director of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University Ludhiana’s Farm Advisory Service Centre, Sangrur has started taking surface soil samples from the adopted village Ramnagar Chhanna of Dhuri block, district Sangrur. Dr Ashok Kumar, District Extension Scientist (Soil Science), explained the importance of soil testing and encouraged the farmers to apply […]

One Week Awareness Program on Vichar/Hackathon on Compost/Biogas Production Organized Promote Mission Lifestyle Concluded

A week-long awareness program on Vichar/Hackathon on Compost/Biogas Production organized during 6-12 May 2024 to promote Mission Lifestyle concluded on 12 May, 2024 at 11.30 am in the Mini Auditorium of Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour. The session was chaired by Dr. RK Sohne, Director, Extension Education, BAU, Sabour. During the closing session, Registrar, Dr. M. […]

An MoU has Been Signed Between Kosi Dugdh Utpadak Sahkari Sangh

An MoU has been signed between Kosi Dugdh Utpadak Sahkari Sangh Ltd., Supaul and MBAC, Agwanpur for promotion of activities between the two institutions on 14-05-2024. Kosi Dugdh Utpadak Sahkari Sangh Ltd., Supaul is a unit of Bihar State Milk Co-Operative Federation Ltd., COMFED, Patna and the parties have agreed for a statement of intent […]

Sabour Chapter of ISSS and SSAC, BAU Host Special Lecture on Soil Science

On May 28, 2024, the Sabour Chapter of the Indian Society of Soil Science (ISSS) and the Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry (SSAC) at Bihar Agricultural University (BAU) jointly organized a special lecture program. The event was arranged by President Prof. Nilanjan Chattopadhyay and Secretary Dr. Nintu Mondal of this chapter under the […]

ICAR-CIFA Organised a Scientist – Farmers interface program on Pig-cum-fish farming at Sarmeen Hanse, Karbi Anglong District, Assam

ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Kausalyaganga, Bhubaneswar, Odisha organised a Scientists – Farmers interface programme on Pig-cum-fish farming at Sarmeen Hanse, Karbi Anglong district of Assam on 13 March 2024 under NEH programme. The event was organised to improve the aquaculture productivity in the state of Assam through integrated pig-cum-fish farming. The event was attended […]

RRC ICAR-CIFA, Vijayawada Organised Awareness Programme on “Scientific Fish Farming and Kishan Mela-2024”

Regional Research Centre, ICAR-CIFA, Vijayawada organized one day awareness programme on “Scientific farming and Kishan Mela-2024” under SCSP Scheme at Kuchipudi village, Bapatla District, Andhra Pradesh on 5 March 2024. Dr. Chaudhari Ajit Keshav, Scientist, RRC of ICAR-CIFA, Vijayawada has extended warn welcome to the all the guest persons and participants of the programme. Dr. […]

ICAR-CIFA Organised the Workshop-Cum-Training Programme on Aquarium Maintenance and Care at Guwahati, Assam

ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Kausalyaganga, Bhubaneswar in collaboration with ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore organised one Workshop-cum-training programme on Aquarium maintenance and care for the school teachers, extension officials and hobbyists at ICAR-CIFRI, RC, Guwahati on 15.03.2024 under NEH scheme. The event was organised to promote aquarium science education programmes amongst schools, extension […]

Training-cum-Exposure Visit for The Farmer’s Organized By KVK-Khordha in Collaboration with ICAR-CIFA & IFFCO, Bhubaneswar

Krishi Vigyan Kendra-Khordha in Collaboration with ICAR-CIFA, Bhubaneswar & Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Ltd, Bhubaneswar organized a Training-cum-Exposure visit on “Agriculture & Allied Sectors” for the farmers of Puri, Nayagarh and Khordha district at the Training Hall of KVK,Khordha, from 18-20 March,2024. Dr. Pramoda Kumar Sahoo, Director, ICAR-CIFA, Bhubaneswar graced this occasion as Chief Guest. […]

33 Rural Women’s get Training in Mushroom Cultivation at PAU

A three-day training course on the “Cultivation of Summer Season/Tropical Mushrooms” concluded at the Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). As many as 33 rural women attended the training course held under the guidance of Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, and organised in cooperation with the Department of Microbiology, PAU. Advocating the […]

Vice Chancellor Visits Fodder Research Going on at IDF, Nagla

Pantnagar. 27 May 2024. Vice Chancellor Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan visited the fodder block of the university, IDF, Nagla where various fodder crops such as Napier grass, Ramie grass, Rhoade, Guinea, Bluepenic, Broom, Para, Spear, Azolla and various trees for fodder such as Subabul, Dashrath, Bikain, Salix, Prosopis Jyoliflora, Moringa etc. have been planted. Napier […]

Programme Organised on the Occasion of Sarhul Festival

Today, on the occasion of Sarhul festival, a programme was organised 29.05.24 by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kashipur in the presence of Vice Chancellor Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan in the university in which various types of programmes were organised by the Tribal Youth Organisation. On this occasion, Controller Dr. Abha Garkhal, Chief General Manager Farm Dr. […]

Awareness on Rainwater Harvesting and Its Efficient use Under Mission Life

7th May 2024, Hyderabad ICAR- Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hyderabad, organized a workshop on Rainwater Harvesting and its Efficient Use under mission Life (lifestyle for Environment). The workshop aimed to raise awareness about Rainwater Harvesting and its Efficient Use.  Dr. V.K. Singh, Director, ICAR-CRIDA, highlighted the importance of rainwater harvesting and its utilization […]

ICAR and Bayer to Drive Sustainable Ag-Tech Adoption Among Smallholder Farmers

1st May 2024, Karnal Indian Council of Agricultural Research and Bayer, a Global enterprise with core life science and agriculture competencies, have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the technological advancement of farmers through Krishi Vigyan Kendras. The partnership aims to improve farmers’ livelihoods by providing them with agronomic solutions, crop protection, mechanization […]

PAU-KVK Hoshiarpur Organizes Training on the Scope of Agro-Processing Complexes

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur, conducted a vocational training programme on the ‘Scope of agro-processing complexes for enhancing farmers’ income by value addition’ under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. During the inaugural session, Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training), KVK Hoshiarpur, welcomed the participants and exhorted the trainees […]

PAU Hosts Training Camp for Progressives’ Beekeepers Association on World Bee Day

Punjab Agricultural University conducted a training camp on World Bee Day for the Progressive Beekeepers Association on May 20, 2024, at the Conference Hall of PAMETI, PAU, Ludhiana. The event was directed by Dr. Tejinder Singh Riar, Additional Director of Communication, with Dr. Kuldeep Singh, Head of the Department of Extension Education, as the Associate […]

ICAR-NBFGR Discovers a New Catfish from Arunachal Pradesh, India

Glyptothorax punyabratai, a new species, has been described from the Brahmaputra River drainage in Arunachal Pradesh, by ICAR- National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources, Lucknow. The species was collected from Tung Stream, a small tributary of the Tissa River, in the Brahmaputra River basin. The discovery was published in the renowned peer-reviewed journal Ichthyological Exploration […]

Certificate Course on Shrimp Crop Insurance

29th-3rd May 2024, Mumbai ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture, Chennai in collaboration with the ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai jointly conducted a certificate course on Shrimp Crop Insurance and Loss Assessment from 29th April- 3rd May 2024 at ICAR-CIFE Mumbai. The course module included technical subject matter, field visits, case studies, and practical exercises […]

Implementation of the Coconut Development Board Programme Through KVKs

9th May 2024, Guwahati ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone VI, marked a significant milestone by obtaining significant funding and implementing Coconut Development Board Schemes through ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra in collaboration with the Coconut Development Board, ICAR-ATARI, Zone VI, organized the Launching-cum-Action Plan Workshop on Programmes of CDB. Regional Coconut Nursery, Demonstration Plots, Organic Manure […]

ICAR-CIFRI Organized Capacity-Building Programme on “Inland Fisheries Management”

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute conducted a 7-day capacity building programme on ‘Inland Fisheries Management’ during 14-20 May 2024, for the fish farmers of Madhepura district of Bihar. 30 fish farmers along with one fisheries development officer attended the training program. The training program was sponsored by Directorate of Fisheries, Govt of Bihar. In his […]

Training Programme on Basics GIS Training Programme for GIS Mapping on Open Source Software

The Training Programme on Basics GIS Training Programme for GIS Mapping, held from April 21th to May 24th May, 2024, at CIFRI, Barrackpore, marked a significant endeavor in equipping participants with crucial skills in Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping, particularly relevant to the inland fisheries domain. With the escalating importance of understanding the spatial distribution […]

First National Steering Committee Meeting of ICAR-DoCA Project and Pulse Millers Association Organized at ICAR-IIPR, Kanpur

The First National Steering Committee Meeting of the Department of Consumer Affairs, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, sponsored a project ‘Study on determining storage losses of pulses stored in warehouses and to recommend norms for loss/gain during long-term storage’ was organised at ICAR-Indian Institute of Pulses Research, Kanpur on 6th – 7th May, 2024. The Chief […]

DG (ICAR) visits Progressive Farmers Guided by Nimbudera ICAR-KVK

Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Secretary (DARE) & Director General (ICAR), visited progressive farmers at Rangat, North & Middle Andaman today. These farmers are not only making a profit but also employing local people. Dr. Pathak urged the youth to adopt scientific farming techniques and increase agri-entrepreneurs in the country. He also emphasized that farmers serve as […]

‘Chinta Mango’ Farmer’s Variety Registered in PPVFRA

14th May 2024, Port Blair ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar Islands facilitated Shri. Chintaharan Biswas, a progressive mango farmer with 100 mango trees from Shaheed Dweep and supported him in registering his farmer variety, ‘Chinta Mango,’ with the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights Authority, New Delhi. Chinta Mango […]

Annual Action Plan Workshop for ICAR-KVKs of Assam

13th-14th May 2024, Assam 2-day Annual Action Plan Workshop for ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendras, Assam was organised by ICAR-ATARI, Zone-VI, Guwahati in collaboration with Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat at the Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, Assam on 13th & 14th May 2024. The workshop aimed at formulating and refining the action plans of KVKs to […]

PAU Conducted Hands-on Training on Laser Leveler Technology

PAU The Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering conducted a hands-on training program on the use of laser land levelers for tractor operators working in Krishi Vigyan Kendras and University Seed Farms. Head of Department Dr. Speaking on this occasion, Mahesh Kumar Narang said that the laser land leveler is one of the machinery […]

Interactive Meet of Director, CRIDA and ADG (Agril. Extension) with FPOs at ICAR-NRC for Orchids, Pakyong, Sikkim

2nd May, 2024, Pakyong, Sikkim ,Dr. V. K. Singh, Director, ICAR- Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hyderabad Dr. R. Roy Burman, ADG (Agricultural Extension) ICAR, Dr. M. M. Adhikari, former Vice-Chancellor and Professor at BCKV, West Bengal, and Dr. Keshava, Principal Scientist at Extension Division, ICAR-HQ visited ICAR- National Research Centers for Orchids, Pakyong, […]

Annual Review Meeting of Network Project on Sheep Improvement

10th April 2024, Udaipur The Annual Review Meeting of ICAR-Network Project on Sheep Improvement including the merged components of ICAR-Mega Sheep Seed Project was organised today at the College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Navania, Udaipur under the Chairmanship of Dr. Raghavendra Bhatta, Deputy Director General (Animal Science), ICAR. The project aims to improve indigenous […]

KVK, Palem Organized Interaction Meeting with Private Seed Firm Officers Regarding HDPS Cotton Demonstrations for the Ensuing year, 2024-25 at KVK, Palem

An interaction with the seed firm officers of the private companies (Nuziveedu, Rasi, Platinum, Prabhath, Crystal & Veda) was held at KVK, Palem on 14.05.2024. Dr. T. Prabhakar Reddy, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Palem interacted with the gathering and highlighted the major objectives of the project. Following are the few issues to be considered and what […]

Ranching of IMC Fingerlings in river Ganga at Farakka

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore ranched 10,000 IMC fingerlings in river Ganga at Farakka under NMCG & NTPC Projects on 14th May 2024. The programme was witnessed by Shri Ramakanta Panda, HOP, NTPC, as Chief Guest, Shri. S. Satheesh, GM, NTPC, as Guest of Honor and Dr. B.K.Das, Director. The fingerlings were grown in […]

ICAR-CIFRI Team Visited BICHOM Reservoir, Kameng HEP, West Kameng, Arunachal Pradesh

The Kameng Hydroelectric Project in West Kameng, Arunachal Pradesh is developed by NEEPCO. The project comprises two components one each at Bichom and Tenga rivers, both of which are tributaries of Kameng river. ICAR-CIFRI team under leadership of Dr. B.K. Das, Director and Principal Investigator of the NEEPCO sponsored consultancy project on “Planning and design […]

Annual Review Meeting of Network Project on Sheep Improvement

10th April 2024, Udaipur The Annual Review Meeting of ICAR-Network Project on Sheep Improvement including the merged components of ICAR-Mega Sheep Seed Project was organised today at the College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Navania, Udaipur under the Chairmanship of Dr. Raghavendra Bhatta, Deputy Director General (Animal Science), ICAR. The project aims to improve indigenous […]

Capacity Building-Cum-Demonstration Programme on Mud Crab Farming

27th April 2024, Kochi ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, in collaboration with Stem Systems Pvt. Ltd and Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies, Kochi organised a capacity building-cum-demonstration programme on mud-crab farming on today at Cheppanam, Kochi. Stem Systems Pvt. Ltd is a start-up in fish farming and aquaculture activities nurtured by ICAR-CCARI […]

Training Programme for Scientific Goat Rearing Concluded

ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ujwa, Delhi organized training for scientific goat rearing from 18 to 28 April. This training program concluded today. Training program for scientific goat rearing concluded Training program for scientific goat rearing concluded Dr. Devendra Kumar Rana, Chairman, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ujwa, Delhi inaugurated the training program. Addressing the trainees, he said that […]

ICAR-CIFE Licensed the Technology of Energy Efficient and Solar Based Model of Recirculatory Aquaculture System (RAS)

29th April, 2024, Mumbai ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai licensed the technology of energy efficient solar powered Recirculatory Aquaculture System (RAS) named CIFE-MOTIRAS to Perception Associates, Ranchi, Jharkhand today. ICAR-CIFE licensed the technology of energy efficient and solar based model of Recirculatory Aquaculture System (RAS) ICAR-CIFE licensed the technology of energy efficient and solar […]

59th Annual Rice Group Meeting

25th April 2024, New Delhi The 59th Annual Rice Group Meeting of All India Coordinated Research Project on Rice was inaugurated today at the National Agricultural Science Complex, New Delhi. Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Secretary (DARE) & Director General (ICAR) graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Dr. S.K. Pradhan, Assistant Director General (FFC), Dr. D.K. […]

ICAR-NINFET Celebrates World Intellectual Property Day

25th April 2024, Kolkata ICAR-National Institute of Natural Fiber Engineering and Technology, Kolkata organised World Intellectual Property Day on the theme ‘IP and the SDGs: Building our common future with innovation and creativity’ today. World Intellectual Property Day, established in 2000 by the World Intellectual Property Organization, is annually celebrated on April 26th to highlight […]

On Field Demonstration Cum Training Programme on “Fish Bloodstock Management and Breeding of Carps” under NTPC Project, Farakka

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore organized one day On field demonstration cum Training programme on Fish Broodstock management and breeding of carps under NTPC Project, Farakka on 14th May 2024. The training programme was inaugurated by Shri Ramakanta Panda, HOP, NTPC, as Chief Guest, Shri. S. Satheesh, GM, NTPC, as Guest of Honor and […]

Rythu Nestham Live Programme [Episode-8] Conducted on “Summer Ploughing

Rythu Nestam live programme conducted at Electronic Wing Studio, PJTSAU, Hyderabad on 7-5-2024 from 9 AM – 10 AM with scientist from Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSAU) and officials from department of agriculture along with farmers from 110 rythuvedika’s of Telangana. The programme started with Video on Importance of Summer Ploughing by Electronic […]

Director, ICAR-CIFRI Visited Directorate of Fisheries, Government of Assam

Dr. Basanta Kumar Das, Director, ICAR-CIFRI visited Directorate of Fisheries, Guwahati, Assam on 4th may, 2024. He was accompanied by Dr. S.K. Majhi, Head, CIFRI Regional Centre, Guwahati, Dr. B.K. Bhattacharjya, Principal Scientist, Dr. A.K. Das, Principal Scientist and Dr. Simanku Borah, Scientist of the Institute. Mr. Gauri Shankar Das, Director of Fisheries, Government of […]

Annual Review Meeting of AICRP and Mega seed Project on Pig

25th-26th April 2024, Guwahati ICAR- National Research Centre on Pig, Rani, Guwahati, organised the Annual Review Meeting of All India Coordinated Research Project on Pig and Mega seed Project on Pig from 25th-26th April 2024 under the Chairmanship of Dr. Raghavendra Bhatta, Deputy Director General (Animal Science) ICAR. Dr. Bhatta, highlighted the relevance of piggery-based […]

ICAR-CCARI Improving Aquaculture Sustainability in Goa

25th April 2024, Goa ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa in collaboration with the Department of Fisheries Goa, improved cultivable fish seed availability in Goa by providing 70 kg of high-quality brood fishes for seed production. With extensive aquaculture experience, ICAR-CCARI has developed innovative techniques for both freshwater and brackish water aquaculture. Under its ‘Mega […]

PAU-KVK Sangrur Conducts in-service Training for Extension Personnel on Kharif Crop Practices and Machinery

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Sangrur, under the auspices of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, Ludhiana, conducted a one-day in-service training course on May 14, 2024, aimed at extension personnel from the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, and focused on ‘Machinery for Kharif Crops and Establishment of Custom Hiring Centers of Agricultural […]

PAU Trained the Organic Farming Farmers Through a Special Camp

PAU 85 organic farming farmers participated in 16.05.2024 the monthly training camp conducted by the Organic Farmers Club These farmers learned about new techniques of organic farming and listened to the recommendations of experts This special training camp Dr. Additional Director Communication. Sirya ascended under the supervision of Tejinder Singh Director of Organic Agriculture School […]

Workshop on Promotion of Climate Resilient Crops/Varieties/Seeds (Climate Resilient/Smart Agriculture)

23rd April 2024, Hyderabad Workshop on Promotion of Climate Resilient Crops/Varieties/Seeds (Climate Resilient/Smart Agriculture) was organised today at ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hyderabad. Dr. B. Neeraja Prabhakar, Vice-Chancellor, Sri Konda Laxman Telangana State Horticultural University, Mulugu, Dr. C. Tara Satyavathi, Hyderabad, Director, ICAR- Indian Institute of Millets Research, Hyderabad, Dr. Shaik N. Meera, […]

Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister Visits Strategic Seaweed Farming Sites Developed by ICAR-CMFRI

20th April 2024, Kochi Dr. P. K. Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister visited the innovative and strategic seaweed farming sites developed by ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Kochi along the Indo-Pak border marine waters of Kori and Padala in Gujarat’s Kutch district today. The visit influenced India’s mariculture history, promoting political and social […]

National Campaign on Soil Health Management under mission Life

23rd April 2024, Bhopal ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil Science, Bhopal organized a National Campaign on Soil Health Management and Composting under the Central govt’s mission Life (Lifestyle for Environment) today. The institute has developed various composting technologies like vermicompost, enriched composts, Excel decomposer, family net vessel composting, and rapo-decomposter for converting agro-waste to valuable composts. […]

PAU-KVK, Pathankot Hosts Successful Five-Day Poultry Farming Training Programme

Under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Pathankot conducted a five-day training programme on Poultry Farming from April 29, 2024, to May 6, 2024. This initiative attracted 30 farmers, farmwomen, and rural youth from diverse villages. In the inaugural session, Dr Narinder Deep Singh, […]

PAU Imparts Training in Millet Based Recipes

The Department of Resource Management and Consumer Science (RMCS), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a training on “Millet Based Recipes” at village ‘Boparai Kalan. Around 25 women participated in this training, held as a part of Nutri-Smart Village Programme under the aegis of All India Coordinated Research Project- Women in Agriculture. Dr Shivani Rana, Scientist, […]

PAU’S Punjab Agri-Business Incubator (PABI) and Pum Netherlands Discuss Partnership for Agricultural Innovation

In a significant step towards fostering agricultural innovation, the Punjab Agri-Business Incubator (PABI) recently convened a pivotal meeting with representatives from PUM Netherlands, a renowned organization dedicated to sustainable development in agriculture—the meeting aimed at charting out future collaborations and strategies to enhance incubation initiatives in the agricultural sector. Attended by Mr K R Jain, […]

PAU-RRS Ballowal Sunkhari Promotes Rainwater Harvesting Through Awareness Camp

The focal point of the All India Coordinated Research Project on Dryland Agriculture, PAU-RRS Ballowal Saunkhri, hosted an awareness camp on ‘Rainwater Harvesting and its Efficient Use (Catch the Rain)’, as part of the Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment), with a focus on land restoration, desertification, and drought resilience The event drew participation from a […]

PAU Earns Prestigious Nabl Accreditation for Submersible Pump Testing Centre

In a major milestone for Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, the institution’s Submersible Pump Testing Centre, under the Department of Soil and Water Engineering, has been awarded accreditation by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL). This recognition reflects PAU’s adherence to rigorous standards in its testing services, validating the university’s reliability in […]

PAU-KVK, Sangrur Promotes Organic Vegetable Production

The PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur organized a short duration training programme to impart knowledge on the cultivation of organic vegetables. A total of 40 farmers /farm women from different villages of district Sangrur participated with full enthusiasm in the training programme, held under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-ATARI, […]

PAU Hold’s State Level Floristry Competition

The Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), in association with the Punjab Skill Development Mission conducted a state level ‘Floristry Skill’ competition under the aegis of World Skill Competition 9.05 2024. The chief guest, Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, called upon the students to remain undeterred during rough phase, navigate challenges with […]

Godrej and PAU to Partner for Sustainable Cotton Farming and Farmers’ Welfare

Mr. Rakesh Swami, Group President (Corporate Affairs) at Godrej Industries Limited and Associate Companies, recently led a delegation to Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, to explore potential partnerships aimed at promoting sustainable agricultural practices and enhancing the livelihoods of cotton farmers in India. The meeting saw a high-profile gathering of PAU officials, including Vice-Chancellor Dr. […]

PAU-KVK, Bathinda Conduct’s a Vocational Training Course on ‘Goat Farming’

The PAU-Krishi Vigan Kendra, Bathinda conducted a five-day vocational training on “Goat Farming” in which 70 farmers/farm women and rural youth from different villages participated. In his welcome address, Dr Gurdeep Singh Sidhu, Deputy Director (Training), KVK, Bathinda, oriented the participants about the need and importance of agriculture and allied occupations. The Course Coordinator Dr […]

PAU Host’s Meeting on Unauthentic Rice Seed and Milling Quality; PR 126 Variety Praised

A crucial meeting centred on the sale of hybrid and duplicate seeds of rice variety PR 126 was convened under the chairmanship of Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana. This gathering brought together stakeholders from various sectors to tackle the growing concern over unauthentic seed sales and milling quality issues […]

Two-day ‘Jai Gopal Vermicomposting’ Training Organized Pantnagar.

April 30, 2024. A two-day ‘Jai Gopal Vermicomposting’ training is being organized by the Directorate of Extension Education of the University and the Earthworm Biotechnology Project, Department of Animal Genetics of the Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar, Bareilly, from April 30 to May 1, 2024. Scientists from Agricultural Science Centers of 9 districts and progressive […]

PAU Godowns Across Punjab Jam-Packed with Quality Paddy Seed, Say no to Pusa 44, Sow and Grow ‘PR’ Varieties of Rice: PAU VC Urges Farmer’s

Making unceasing efforts to conserve natural resources by curbing the use of un-recommended varieties, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is in full swing to supply a reliable, improved, certified and quality paddy seed to the Punjab farmers during the current Kharif season. The unwarranted use of water for the cultivation of unrecommended water-guzzling Pusa 44 has led to […]

PAU Makes History with First Biocontrol Argent Registration for Foot Rot Disease Management in Basmati

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has reached a significant milestone by registering the biocontrol agent Trichoderma asperellum 2% WP with the Central Insecticides Board and Registration Committee (CIBRC). This registration aims to manage Foot Rot or Bakane disease in Basmati rice, which has been a persistent problem in the region, causing considerable losses to farmers and threatening […]

PAU Hold’s National Symposium on Food Processing, Experts Stress on Developing Innovative Technologies

Scientists, industry experts, researchers, policymakers, and entrepreneurs from various parts of India congregated at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) to attend the National Symposium on “Food Processing 4.0: Innovation and Sustainability,” which concluded with a resounding success recently. The symposium, organized by the Department of Food Science and Technology, PAU, was a milestone event that heralded […]

Dr. Himanshu Pathak Inaugurates Display-cum-Interpretation Centre for Marine Ornamentals at Lakshadweep Island

Ornamental fish culture is a potential venture for the livelihood enhancement of women islanders of Lakshadweep. In continuation with the community aquaculture unit established by the ICAR- National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources, Lucknow a new facility, Display-cum-Interpretation Centre for Marine Ornamentals, was inaugurated by Dr. Himanshu Pathak Secretary (DARE) & Director General (ICAR) at […]

Drone Technology Demonstrated in Sewage-Fed Bheri for Ecosystem Management by ICAR-CIFRI

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute has organized an awareness cum demonstration program on ‘Application of Drone technology in Inland Open Water fisheries’ at 4 No Bheri and Sardar Bheri, Kolkata, West Bengal on the 16th and 17th of April 2024, respectively. The program was organised under the ICAR-ATARI drone project to create the awareness among […]

PAU Imparts Training in Importance and Utilization of Millet’s in Diet

The Department of Extension Education and Communication Management in collaboration with Department of Food and Nutrition, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a one-day training programme on the “Importance and Utilization of Millets in Diet” at the village Jandiali, Ludhiana. Around 25 household women participated in the training, held as a part of Shree Anna Gram […]

PAU – FASC, Hoshiarpur Imparts Training in IPM in Fruits and Vegetable’s

The Punjab Agricultural University’s Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC), Hoshiarpur (Gangian), successfully concluded a six-day training program on “Integrated Pest Management in Field Crops, Fruits and Vegetables” on Monday. Organized under the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana in collaboration with PAMETI, PAU campus, Ludhiana, the initiative aimed to equip rural youth with essential knowledge […]

Rural Women’s get Tips in Making of Seasonal Drink’s at PAU Kisan Club Camp

The Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), conducted a monthly training camp for the women members of the PAU Kisan Club. As many as 75 rural women partcipated in the camp. Food and nutrition experts Dr Monika Chaudhary and Dr Sehajbir Kaur demonstrated the making of thandiai, aam ka panna, and seasonal drinks using chukandar, […]

Beekeeping Bootcamp Empowers Aspiring Bee-Preneurs with Buzzworthy Skill’s

Beekeeping can make farmers’ livelihood more resilient, Dr Makhan Singh Bhullar, Director of Extension Education told the participants during a six-day training programme on beekeeping organised by PAU-FASC Ferozepur under the umbrella of the Directorate of Extension Education and Department of Entomology, PAU, Ludhiana. Interacting with the participants, Dr MS Bhullar said that beekeeping is […]

Organized Vocational Training Course on Multi Uses of Floral Embroidery and Soap-Surf Making by Krishi Vigyan Kendra of PAU, Patiala

Krishi Vigyan Kendra of PAU, Patiala organized a five-day training course on multipurpose use of floral embroidery and soap-surf making from 24 to 30.04.2024. 17 rural women and girls from different villages of district Patiala such as Shutrana, Nabha, Mundkhera, Dharamkot, Galvatti, Masingan participated in this course. Dr. Gurupdesh Kaur, Professor (Plant Science) explained the […]

Program Organized in the University to celebrate International Labor Day

Pantnagar. May 1, 2024. Today, on the occasion of International Labor Day/May Day, a program was organized expressing gratitude towards the struggle of the working class by SRP students studying in the Resource Management Department of the College of Community Sciences in the University. This program was organized under the guidance of Dr. Chhaya Shukla […]

PAU-FASC, Kapurthala Assesses Yield Performance of Wheat Varieties

The PAU-Farm Advisory Service Centre, Kapurthala conducted on-field farmer- scientist interaction to assess the actual yield performance of wheat varieties. Experts visited harvesting sites/grain markets located in district Kapurthala. The prolonged cold weather in March and April 2024 facilitated ripening of wheat grains in the last week of April and positively influenced yield by boosting […]

PAU Celebrates World Day for Health and Safety at Work

The Department of Resource Management and Consumer Science (RMCS), College of Community Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), celebrated World Day for Health and Safety at Work today by organizing a lecture on the theme “Postural Health Management”. A total number of 50 undergraduate and postgraduate students along with faculty participated in the event. An exhibition […]

PAU Wins Big at National Rice Research Awards

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, has garnered two prestigious awards at the 59th Annual Group Meeting of the All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Rice. The event, held at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi, from April 24 to 26, 2024, brought together rice research centres from across India to discuss advancements […]

ICAR-CIFRI Team Visited BICHOM Reservoir, Kameng HEP, West Kameng, Arunachal Pradesh

The Kameng Hydroelectric Project in West Kameng, Arunachal Pradesh is developed by NEEPCO. The project comprises two components one each at Bichom and Tenga rivers, both of which are tributaries of Kameng river. ICAR-CIFRI team under leadership of Dr. B.K. Das, Director and Principal Investigator of the NEEPCO sponsored consultancy project on “Planning and design […]

Director, ICAR-CIFRI Visited Directorate of Fisheries, Government of Assam

Dr. Basanta Kumar Das, Director, ICAR-CIFRI visited Directorate of Fisheries, Guwahati, Assam on 4th may, 2024. He was accompanied by Dr. S.K. Majhi, Head, CIFRI Regional Centre, Guwahati, Dr. B.K. Bhattacharjya, Principal Scientist, Dr. A.K. Das, Principal Scientist and Dr. Simanku Borah, Scientist of the Institute. Mr. Gauri Shankar Das, Director of Fisheries, Government of […]

Training Programme on “A Fundamental GIS Training Progamme for GIS Mapping”

The Training Programme on “A Fundamental GIS Training Progamme for GIS Mapping”, held from April 29th to May 1st, 2024, at CIFRI, Barrackpore, marked a significant endeavor in equipping participants with crucial skills in Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping, particularly relevant to the inland fisheries domain. With the escalating importance of understanding the spatial distribution […]

Announcement cum Information Brochure Entrepreneurship Development Programme on “Soymilk, Tofu and Soy-based Confectionary Products”

About the EDP Training Soybean, the “Golden bean” is a great source of high-quality protein, fat and carbohydrates and is instrumental in combating protein malnutrition. This training aims to develop thriving enterprises in soybean processing, driven by the objectives of creating livelihood opportunities, generating employment, and producing high-quality protein products. Distinguished as the exclusive institute […]

Online Training Program On Computer Vision in Fisheries Using Machine Learning

Background ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE), in over its 50 years of existence, has emerged as a centre of excellence in higher education in fisheries and allied disciplines. The Institute was established on 6th June 1961, under the Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India with assistance from FAO/UNDP. It came under the administrative control […]

ICAR-CIBA Organized National Workshop on Climate Risks and Adaptations in Fisheries, at CIBA

ICAR-CIBA conducted the National workshop on Climate Risks and Adaptations in Fisheries, at CIBA, Chennai during 3-4 May, 2024 as part of the project ‘Atlas of Climatic Adaptation in South Asian Agriculture (ACASA) duly supported by Borlaug Institute for South Asia, New Delhi (BISA) and Indian Council of Agricultural Research. The objectives of the workshop […]

ICAR-CIBA and ICAR-CIFE Jointly Conducted a Certificate Course on Shrimp Crop Insurance

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA), Chennai in association with and the ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education (ICAR-CIFE) Mumbai jointly conducted a certificate course on Shrimp Crop Insurance and Loss Assessment during 29th April to 3rd May 2024 at ICAR-CIFE Mumbai. Twenty two participants consisted of fish farmers, officials from insurance companies, State Department of Fisheries […]

Evaluation of Potato Under Organic Management System in Alluvial soil of Assam

A field trial was conducted in the research farm of ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Assam as well as in the farmer’s field in Mohori Camp, Gogamukh, Dhemaji, Assam to evaluate the potato varieties under the organic management system during the rabi season of 2023-24. The soil is acidic in reaction (pH of 5.65) and the […]

The First Meeting of the X RAC of ICAR-CCARI

The first meeting of the X Research Advisory Committee was held on 15th-16th April 2024 at ICAR- Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa in hybrid mode. The meeting was chaired by Dr. S. D. Sawant, Former Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Dapoli, Maharashtra. Dr. Parveen Kumar, Director, ICAR-CCARI, Goa, outlined the ICAR-CCARI’s major […]

3rd International Conference Climate-Smart Nutri-Sensitive Integrated Farming System for Gender-equitable Sustainable Agriculture : Prospects and Challenges (ICNSFS-2024) (Hybrid Mode)

October 16 – 18, 2024 Venue : ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar, Odisha About the Conference Adaptation to climate change and addressing food, nutrition, and gender issues in agricultural systems needs immediate attention at regional, national, and global scales. An integrated farming system has been advocated to meet the diverse nutrient-rich food demands of […]

Administrative-Cum-Training Building Inaugurated at KVK, Nimbudera

Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Secretary, DARE & Director General, ICAR, New Delhi, inaugurated the Administrative-cum-Training Building of KVK, Nimbudera on May, 6th 2024, in the presence of Dr. V.B. Patel, Assistant Director General (Fruits & Plantation Crops), Dr. Pradip Dey, Director, ICAR-ATARI, Kolkata, and Dr. E.B. Chakurkar, Director, ICAR-CIARI, Port Blair. Hon’ble DG urged the farmers […]

Organizing Five-day Training to SC Farmers

ICAR-Central Soil Salinity Research Institute, Regional Research Station, Bharuch organized Five-day training on “Diversified agriculture leads to entrepreneurship among resource-poor farmers of marginal lands Development” from 22 to 26 April 2024 at Village-Ankhi; Taluka-Jambusar; Dist.- Bharuch under SC Subplan Scheme of central government. 50 SC farmers participated from 14 villages (Ankhi, Umra, Magnad, Jhamdi, Kavli, Vavli, […]

One day Training Programme on “Agroforestry Systems” at KVK, Palem

One day training programme on “Agroforestry Systems” was organized by ICFRE-Institute of Forest Biodiversity (IFB), Dulapally, Hyderabad & AICRP on Agroforestry, PJTSAU, Hyderabad on 30-04-24 at KVK, Palem, Telangana state. Scientist (Soil Science), AICRP on Agroforestry Shri E. Venkat Reddy, IFS, Director, ICFRE-IFB, Hyderabad and chief guest of the programme delivered a lecture on ‘Policy […]

KVK, Palem Organized an Awareness Cum Training on Best Management Practices in Cotton and Oil palm to Store Managers of Coromandel Retail Division

KVK, Palem organized an awareness cum Training on Best Management Practices in Cotton and Oil palm to Store managers of Coromandel Retail division at Seminar Hall, Soil Testing Lab, KVK Palem on 24.04.2024. The programme was chaired by Dr. T. Prabhakar Reddy, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Palem and emphasized on the Soil and nutrient management practices […]

Awareness cum Training Program on Composting (Waste to wealth)

In continuation to the introduction of the concept of LiFE at COP 26 at Galsgow, and to scale up the vision of Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for environment), as part of action plan, a LiFE activity was organized on Composting (waste to wealth) by ICAR-IIOR on 10.05.2024 at National Institute of Plant Health Management, Hyderabad. Crop […]

Training Report Skills for Entrepreneurship Development in Floriculture

A five days training programme entitled “Skills For Entrepreneurship Development In Floriculture” was jointly organized by ICAR-Directorate of Floricultural Research, Pune, Maharashtra 411036 and National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE), Rajendranagar, Hyderabad 500030 from March 11-15, 2024. The Training was sponsored by MANAGE, Hyderabad. The objective of the training was to impart the required […]

Annual Review Meeting of AICRP on Poultry Breeding and Poultry Seed Project organized at ICAR RC for NEH Region, Nagaland Centre, Jharnapani

The annual review meeting of All India Coordinated Research Project on Poultry Breeding and Poultry Seed Project (PSP) for the year 2022-23 was organized at ICAR Research Complex for North Eastern Hill Region, Nagaland Centre, Jharnapani, Medziphema, Nagaland on 2nd and 3rd May 2024. Dr. Raghavendra Bhatta, Deputy Director General (Animal Science), ICAR applauded the AICRP […]

Training on “Enterprise Model for Commercial Backyard Poultry” was inaugurated at NIRDPR in Collaboration with ICAR-DPR, Hyderabad

A training program on “Enterprise Model for Commercial Backyard Poultry with Integration of Moringa Cultivation” was inaugurated at the National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRDPR), Hyderabad, in collaboration with the ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research on 4th March 2024. The inaugural session was graced by Dr. G. Narendra Kumar, IAS, DG, NIRDPR and […]

“World Intellectual Property Day” Programme Organized by ICAR-DWR, Jabalpur

World Intellectual Property Day celebration was organized at ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur on 30 April 2024. The program focused on the relevance of intellectual property management in agriculture. In which lectures, discussions and presentations were given. Dr. P.K. Singh, Principal Scientist and Incharge Institute Technology Management Unit (ITMU), while warmly welcoming all the guests, […]

Immense Potential for Entrepreneurship and Employment in Agricultural Technology

The three-day visit of the 20th Research Advisory Committee concluded today at the Hill and Plateau Research Center on Agricultural Systems of the Eastern Research Complex of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, Ranchi from May 6 to 8, 2024. The chairman of this committee, Dr. K. D. Kokate, Ex-Director General, ICAR. Other members are […]

ICAR DFR, Pune Organizes Seminar to Commemorate World IP Day

ICAR- Directorate of Floricultural Research, Pune, organized a one-day seminar on “Breaking Down Barriers: How Patent Data Can Propel Your Scientist Research” to commemorate the World IP Day on April 26th, 2024 which is aligned with the theme “IP and the SDGs: Building our Common Future with Innovation and Creativity” . The interactive presentation was […]

Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Mechanization of Horticultural Crops

Date: 22nd May 2024 Time of training: 09:30 AM – 05:30 PM Last date of receipt of application: 21st May 2024 Venue: Video Conference Hall ICAR-IIHR, Bangalore 560089 Course Director: Dr. G. Senthil Kumaran Course Co-Director: Dr. A. Carolin Rathinakumari & Dr. S. Bhuvaneswari Course Co-Ordinators: Dr. M.V. Dhananjaya, Dr. D. Kalaivanan, & BESST-HORT Team […]

Report on Lifestyle for Environment: Workshop on Promotion of Climate Resilient Crops/ Varieties/ seeds (Climate resilient/ Smart agriculture) Conducted at Cherkur village, Veldanda Mandal, Nagrkurnool dist, Telangana State

29.04.2024. A workshop was conducted among farmers of Cherkur village on castor cultivation and hybrid seed production. Dr. J. Jawahar Lal & Dr. Manimugan delivered a lecture on “Hybrid seed production in castor and cultivation of castor hybrids, Sesame & Safflower varieties”. Characteristics of important varieties, hybrids of castor, ICH-5 & ICH-66 which are highly […]

ICAR- IIOR Organized Awareness Programme on Crop Residue Management for Land Restoration and Enhancing Organic Carbon

As a part of World Environment Day (LiFE for Environment) celebrations, ICAR-IIOR organized Awareness Programme Crop residue Management for land restoration and enhancing organic carbon in Tirumalapur Village, in Shabad Mandal, RangaReddy district to Sugunamala Farmers Producers Organization on 30/05/2024. During the awareness campaign the scientists of IIOR highlighted huge amount of crop residue (500 […]

Workshop on Registration of Plant Varieties Held on 30.04.2024 at ICAR-IIOR, Hyderabad

On the occasion of ‘World Intellectual Property Day,’ a workshop on “Registration of Plant Varieties” was held on April 30, 2024, adopting a hybrid mode, facilitating both physical and virtual participation. Over 65 attendees, including scientists from ICAR-IIOR and AICRP on Oilseeds, students, and project staff, actively engaged in the event. Dr. R.K. Mathur, Director […]

Sesame Field Day and Agri-Drone Demonstrations in Bavapur Village

The ICAR- Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research, Hyderabad organized Sesame Field Day /Agri-Drone demonstrations and Training under TSP 2023-24 in Bavapur village, Khanapur Mandal, Nirmal District on 22/03/2024 for the benefit of tribal farmers. Read more: https://www.icar-iior.org.in/sesame-field-day-and-agri-drone-demonstrations-bavapur-village-22032024-0

Meeting with Kanpur Pulse Millers Association

Meeting with office bearers of Kanpur Pulse Millers Association was organized at ICAR-Indian Institute of Pulses Research, Kanpur on 07/05/2024. The meeting was chaired by Dr. K. Guite, Economic Advisor, Department of Consumer Affairs, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, GOI, New Delhi. Dr. Guite informed the millers about the initiatives taken by […]

Inauguration of Summer Internship Programme

ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research (ICAR-IISR) has commenced the Summer Internship Programme focused on “Advanced techniques in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology and Bioinformatics”. The program runs from May 6th to June 4th, 2024.Dr. R Dinesh, Director of ICAR-IISR, officially inaugurated the program. Eighteen students from various public and private universities are participating in the internship.This intensive […]

Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology Pantnagar, District- Udham Singh Nagar (Uttarakhand) Organization of ‘Vet Night ‘Twisha’ Programme

Pantnagar. May 5, 2024. ‘Vet Night’ program was organized by the University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences at Gandhi Hall. The program was inaugurated with the lighting of the lamp by Vice Chancellor Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan. Thereafter, the university song awakened the feeling of unity and harmony in everyone’s hearts. Staff Counselor Dr. Meena […]

Organization of Two days “Capacity Building Programme” for Veterinary Assistant Surgeons and Subject Matter Specialists

A two days Capacity Building Programme on “Advances in Goat Management for enhancing farmer’s income” was organized at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Anjora by Directorate of Extension Education, Dau Shri Vasudev Chandrakar Kamdhenu Vishwavidyalaya, for the Veterinary Assistant Surgeons (VAS) and Subject Matter Specialists (SMS) on 21.02.2024 and 22.02.2024. Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, DSVCKV Dr. R.R.B. Singh […]

Hand on Training on Vermicompost Preparation

The 2nd day 7th May, 2024 of the Mission Life action in Agriculture programme was linked with a hands-on training on Azolla cultivation and Vermicompost preparation at 3.00 PM. Prior to this flag down of Krishi Gyan vahan by Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, BAU, Sabour who addressed the students of Nature Club, BAU, Sabour from Bihar Agricultural […]

Agricultural knowledge Vehicle Left for Farmers

Today on 07.05.2024 at 03:00 pm, Honorable Vice Chancellor Dr. D.R. Singh flagged off the Agricultural Knowledge Vehicle. With the aim of all-round upliftment of agriculture and animal husbandry, this knowledge vehicle provided by Bihar government provides facility of soil testing, amount of fertilizer to be applied to farmers for a particular crop, quick diagnosis […]

Industry-Scientist-Farmers Interface Meeting

Industry-Scientist-Farmers Interface Meeting was held on 5th March, 2024 at ICAR-Central Goat Research Institute, Makhadmu. In this minute’s industry, There was participation of up to 100 professionals including progressive miners, film makers and expert panelists from across the country. Director of ICAR-CIRG Dr. Mish Kumar Hetley presented an overview of the production situation of goats […]

National Goat Fair and Agro- Industry Exhibition

ICAR CIRG organised National Goat Fair and Agro- Industry Exhibition on 6th March. More than 2000 goat farmers (majority of women goat farmers from SC and ST social class) participated in this fair. Goat competition, goat show and about 40 stalls from different ICAR institute, other line departments and NGOs have showcased their technologies. About […]

A Six Day Bootcamp on Drones and Allied Technologies Concluded at BAU

16.03.2024 A six day Bootcamp on Drones and Allied Technologies concluded at BAU, Sabour. The Bootcamp was organized by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Patna. During the concluding ceremony, certificates were awarded to 37 successful participants. As a part of the assessment process, all participants were divided into groups and made to […]

Orientation Workshop Organized in BAU Bhagalpur Vice Chancellor Inaugurated

March 19.03.2024 Dr. D.R. inaugurated the orientation workshop-cum-training program of newly appointed subject matter experts in the Krishi Vigyan Kendras operated under Bihar Agricultural University, Bhagalpur Sabour. Singh was done by the Vice Chancellor. On this occasion, Dr. Singh said that Krishi Vigyan Kendra is the main place of knowledge and science at the district […]

BAU Leads the Way with First-Ever Extension Plant Pathology Course in India

March 21.03.2024 BAU is proud to complete the first batch of Extension Plant Pathology. This is a course that is being taught only in BAU amongst all State Agricultural Universities and Deemed Universities of India. This postgraduate course is unique in itself which is a blend of two applied disciplines of agricultural sciences viz. Extension […]

One Day Training Programme on “Agroforestry Systems” at KVK, Palem

One day training programme on “Agroforestry Systems” was organized by ICFRE-Institute of Forest Biodiversity (IFB), Dulapally, Hyderabad & AICRP on Agroforestry, PJTSAU, Hyderabad on 30-04-24 at KVK, Palem, Telangana state. Scientist (Soil Science), AICRP on Agroforestry Shri E. Venkat Reddy, IFS, Director, ICFRE-IFB, Hyderabad and chief guest of the programme delivered a lecture on ‘Policy […]

Rythu Nestham Live Programme [Episode-7] Conducted on “Summer Vegetable Cultivation and Management of Problematic Soils

Rythu Nestam live programme conducted at Electronic Wing Studio, PJTSAU, Hyderabad on 30.04.2024 from 10.00 AM – 11-45 AM with scientist from Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSAU)Horticultural university officials from department of agriculture along with farmers from 110 rythuvedika’s of Telangana. The programme started with Videos developed by Electronic Wing on Green manure […]

KVK, Palem Organized an Awareness Cum Training on Best Management Practices in Cotton and Oil Palm to Store Managers of Coromandel Retail Division

KVK, Palem organized an awareness cum Training on Best Management Practices in Cotton and Oil palm to Store managers of Coromandel Retail division at Seminar Hall, Soil Testing Lab, KVK Palem on 24.04.2024. The programme was chaired by Dr. T. Prabhakar Reddy, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Palem and emphasized on the Soil and nutrient management practices […]

Kerala Agricultural University Former Agricultural College, Patannakkad Madhuryamer and Malabar Mango Mela. Malabar

Kerala Agricultural University Former Agricultural College, Patannakkad Madhuryamer and Malabar Mango Mela…Malabar 09 /10 /11 /12 May 2024 Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday Mango Fest 2024(May 9-12) Mon, 29/04/2024 – 3:12pm — CoA Padannakkad Notification Issued From: College of Agriculture, Padannakkad Date of Reference Document: Thursday, May 9, 2024 Event Date:  Thursday, May 9, 2024 to Sunday, May 12, […]

PAU-KVK, Sangrur Imparts Vocational Training in Poultry Farming

The PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana conducted a five-day vocational training course on 26.04.2024“Poultry Farming” in which 36 farmers of district Sangrur participated. During the inaugural session, Dr Mandeep Singh, Associate Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur extended a warm welcome to the […]

PAU-KVK, Sangrur Trains Rural Women and Men in Resin art Technique

Under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR -ATARI, Zone 1, Ludhiana, the PAU- Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur organised a two-day short duration training course on ‘Resin Art Technique.’ The training course was organized under the able guidance of Dr Mandeep Singh, Associate Director (Training), KVK, Sangrur in which around 25 rural women and men participated. […]

PAU Hold’s Training Course on Direct Seeding of Rice

The Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University, organized a one-day training course on “Cultivation Using Direct Seeded Rice” for in-service candidates under the guidance of Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education. A total of six Agriculture Development Officers and one scientist each from Krishi Vigyan Kendras attended the course. Dr Rupinder Kaur, Associate Director […]

Dr. Himanshu Pathak Inaugurates India’s Largest Live Insect Repository at ICAR-NBAIR, Bengaluru

19.04.2024 Dr. Himanshu Pathak Secretary (DARE) and Director General (ICAR) visited the ICAR-National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources today. During his visit, he inaugurated the newly developed research facilities at ICAR-NBAIR, Hebbal campus and the renovated India’s largest ‘Live Insects Repository’ housing 137 live species/strains of insects and 8 laboratories. The Director General briefed the […]

DG, ICAR visits ICAR-KVK, Lakshadweep

22.04.2024 Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Secretary (DARE) and Director General (ICAR) visited Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Lakshadweep today. On this occasion, a Pre-Action Plan-cum-Farmers-Scientists Interaction Meeting was organised. During interactions, with farmers and entrepreneurs, Dr. Pathak emphasized that the technological interventions in pristine territories like Lakshadweep should be friendly with its fragile environment and should be fostering […]

The 15th High-Level Monitoring Committee (HLMC) meeting of the NICRA Project

18th April 2024, New Delhi The 15th High-Level Monitoring Committee (HLMC) meeting of the National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) project was held at the National Agricultural Science Complex, New Delhi today. Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Secretary (DARE) and Director General (ICAR) chaired the meeting.   He stressed prioritizing research under NICRA, developing partnerships with […]

ICAR- CIRCOT becomes Approved Assayer of MCXCCL for Quality Analysis of Cotton Bales

ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai has partnered with Multi Commodity Exchange Clearing Corporation Ltd to become an Approved Assayer for quality analysis and testing of cotton bales. MCXCCL is a state-of-the-art, commodity derivatives exchange that facilitates online trading of commodities including Cotton bales and Kapas, thereby providing a platform for price discovery […]

ICAR-IISS Celebrated its 37th Foundation Day

ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil Science, Bhopal celebrated its 16.04.2024 37th Foundation Day today. The Chief Guest Dr. S.K Chaudhari, Deputy Director General (NRM), ICAR, emphasized the importance of soil science and its role in plant growth and ecosystem services. He urged the scientists to be aware of new developments and work with farmers, considering future […]

Observation of World Veterinary Day (WVD) at ICAR-IVRI, Mukteswar

World Veterinary Day was observed by ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Mukteswar on 26th April 2024 with the theme of “Veterinarians are Essential Health Workers. On this occasion, a scientist-farmers interaction was held in the auditorium of the campus. Faculties, scientific staff, research fellows, students of the campus, and nearly one hundred farmers from the Darmoli […]

PAU Hones Skills of 72 Trainees in Baking of Cake’s and Cookies

Making strenuous efforts to empower rural population agriculturally, socially and economically, a five-day training course on the “Making of Cakes, Biscuits and Sweets” was conducted by the Skill Development Centre of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) for the farmers as well as the young and old women. Organised under the stewardship of Dr MS Bhullar, […]

PAU Holds Training Session on Sustainable Water Usage Behavior

The Department of Extension Education and Communication Management, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a training session under the initiative “Sensitizing Farming Families for Sustainable Water Use Behavior” at village Rampur. The training programme aimed to foster awareness and adoption practices for sustainable water use behavior among local farm families. Dr Vinay Kumar, Agronomist, highlighted the […]

Awareness Programs on Common Zoonotic Diseases on the Occasion of World Veterinary Day 2024

On the occasion of World Veterinary day with the aim to mark importance of veterinarians, under the theme “Veterinarians are essential health workers”, awareness programs on common zoonotic diseases in India were organized. The staff and students of Veterinary Public Health Division, Indian Veterinary Research Institute, in collaboration with Rotary club, Izatnagar conducted awareness programs […]

Skill Development Programme Conducted for the Fish Farmers of Jamui District, Bihar

Jamui district of Bihar lies in the catchments of the Kiul and Barnar Rivers, still, there’s a gap in the supply and demand of fish in the district. Hence, training the fish farmers of the district on “Inland Fisheries Management” is necessary for their livelihood as well as nutritional security. Considering their needs, ICAR-CIFRI, Barrackpore, […]

Farmer Scientist Interaction on Fish Disease Surveillance Organized by ICAR-CIFRI

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute has organized two 02 awareness programs on fish disease surveillance and health management under the NSPAAD phase-II project funded by Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). The program was conducted at 4 No Bheri and Sardar Bheri, Kolkata, West Bengal on the 16th and 17th of April 2024, respectively. At […]

PAU-FASC Hoshiarpur (GANGIAN) Organizes Travel Seminar on Surface Seeder Sown Wheat

Under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, a travel seminar on “Surface Seeder Sown Wheat” was organized by FASC, Hoshiarpur (Gangian) on 16th April, 2024 in village Biggowal, Block Hajipur. About 50 farmers from 12 villages participated in this event. Dr Rakesh Kumar Sharma, DES (Entomology), welcomed all the participants in the […]

Punjab Farmer’s Hail PAU’s Surface Seeder Technology

A team of experts from Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) recently conducted field visits to gather feedback from farmers regarding the adoption of Surface Seeder technology for wheat cultivation. The team included Dr Kuldeep Singh, Professor and Head, Department of Extension Education; Dr Pankaj Kumar, Associate Professor of Extension Education; Dr Devinder Tiwari, Extension Scientist; Dr […]

Livestock Entrepreneurship Development Programme Commercial Sheep, Goat and Rabbit Farming

Livestock Entrepreneurship Development Programme Commercial Sheep, Goat and Rabbit Farming: Preamble Sheep, goat, and rabbit are the livestock species which find a midway nitch between large animal farmers and land less laborers. It has been observed that crop production in India is totally dependent upon rainfall pattern hence experiences severe crises and acuteness if monsoon […]

ICAR-CRIDA Celebrates its 40th Foundation day

ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hyderabad celebrated 12.04.2024 its 40th Foundation Day today. The Chief Guest Dr. S.K Chaudhari, Deputy Director General (NRM), ICAR, acknowledged the efforts of the institute and also motivated the staff to work hard for better prospects. Dr. V. K Singh, Director, ICAR-CRIDA spoke about the contribution made in dryland […]

Foundation Day Celebration at ICAR-IISWC

ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Dehradun celebrated 7.04.2024 its  71st Foundation Day today. The Chief Guest Dr. J.S. Samra, Former CEO, National Rainfed Agriculture Authority, and Former Deputy Director General, Natural Resource Management, ICAR, emphasized the massive changes and improvements in terms of infrastructure, research programs, and achievements visible at the Institute. He […]

Tissue Culture in Mass Multiplication of Orchids for Commercial Purposes: Techniques, Protocols and Innovating New Methods

ICAR- National Research Centre for Orchids, Pakyong, Sikkim organised an Interactive meeting 10.04.2024 on Tissue Culture in Mass Multiplication of Orchids for Commercial Purposes: Techniques, Protocols, nd Innovating New Methods today. Dr. Arunava Pattanayak, Former Director, ICAR- Vivekananda Parvatiya Krishi Anusandhan Sansthan, Almora & ICAR-Indian Institute of Agricultural Biotechnology, Ranchi, was the Chief Guest for […]

PR 126 and PR 131 Rice Varieties – Boon for the Punjab State

In a bid to ensure food security of the nation and better economic returns to the farmers, the experts of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) have stressed upon the adoption of water efficient and economically viable technologies of paddy production. The selection of short to medium duration varieties (PR 126 and PR 131) and the adoption […]

Demonstration of Agricultural Drone

ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Old Goa, Krishi Vigyan Kendra conducted a demonstration on 9.04.2024 agri-drone at Old Goa with the primary objective to showcase the use of agri-drones in modern agricultural techniques to reduce drudgery, enhance productivity, estimate crop yield, manage soil health, identify crop pests and diseases, and detect nutritional deficiencies. Dr. Parveen […]

ICAR-CIFE Organizes XVII Convocation Ceremony

ICAR-CIFE celebrated its convocation to confer degrees today. Dr. Ravishankar C.N., Director and Vice-Chancellor of ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai conferred degrees on 90 Master’s and 32 Ph.D. students. The Chief Guest Dr. N. Kalaiselvi, Director General, Council of Scientific & Industrial Research & Secretary, Department of Science and Industrial Research, Govt. of India, acknowledged the role of […]

Golden Jubilee Celebrations of KVK’s was Organized at KVK, Kampasagar

Golden Jubilee Celebrations of KVK’s was organized at KVK, Kampasagar from 22.04.2024 to 26.04.2024. In this Programme awareness programmes organized to farmers about importance and mandatory works of KVK on 22nd and 23rd April, 2024. On 25.03.2024 Agricultural Exhibition and awareness about KVK’s was conducted at KVK, Kampasagar. In this programme Dr. S. Srinivasa Rao, […]

College Day Celebrations 2023-2024 of APT-Sangupet-Jogipet

With the great support of the Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSAU), Agricultural Polytechnic Sangupet-Jogipet celebrated its College Day celebrations 2023-2024 as an integral part of the academic calendar, serving as an occasion to commemorate achievements of the students, faculty, and educational institution as whole to showcase the diverse talents within the college community. […]

Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) Organizes Awareness programs with the theme of World Environment Day 2024, “Land restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience”

As per the directives of Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, New Delhi, ICAR-lndian lnstitute of Millets Research -Hyderabad is identified as Nodal Agency with a theme “Switch from water intensive crops to water efficient crops (Millets especially in dryland areas)” to organize capacity building programs to various stakeholders.  22.05.2024 Training programme on “Millet farming […]

PAU- FASC, Sangrur Promotes Balanced use of Chemicals Fertilizer’s Based on Soil Testing

Keeping in mind the balance use of chemical fertilizers in crops, Dr Ashok Kumar, District Extension Scientist (Soil Science), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU)’s – Farm Advisory Service Center Sangrur conducted 16.04.2024 a one-day awareness camp at village Ramnagar Chhana of Sherpur block. More than 50 farmers participated in the camp. Dr Kumar shared detailed information […]

SH. KAP SINHA Cheers Surface Seeder Success; Punjab Farmer’s Optimistic

On the eve of Baisakhi, a significant agricultural event in Punjab, Sh. KAP Sinha (IAS), Special Chief Secretary of the Government of Punjab, embarked on a crucial visit to Bondli and Papraudi villages within the Samrala Block. The purpose of this visit was to assess the performance of the wheat crop sown using the Surface […]

PAU Vice- Chancellor Sends Congratulatory Missive on the Occasion of Baisakhi

The Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, congratulated the farmers and other allied sections of the farming community of the nation, particularly, those of Punjab, on the auspicious occasion of Baisakhi – the season of the golden harvest. Visibly elated over the golden crop of wheat, ready to be harvested, […]

PAU-KVK Fatehgarh Sahib Organizes Awareness Campaign on Crop Residue Management

An Awareness Camp on ‘Crop Residue Management’ was organized  12.04.2024 by Punjab Agricultural University’s (PAU) Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Fatehgarh Sahib, in the campus of Jesus Saviour School, Sirhind, here today. The Awareness Camp was conducted to mobilize school students and sensitise them on the focal issue of stubble burning and its ill effects on human […]

Vet Varsity Experts Warn Against Poor Quality Silage

The Directorate of Extension Education, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana organized a Panel Discussion to clarify the misconceptions about the use of silage and to educate dairy farmers against the adverse effects of poor-quality silage. Dr. Parkash Singh Brar, Director of Extension Education said that the dairy industry in Punjab has […]

Vet Varsity Conducts Programme to Enhance Digital Literacy

4.04.2024 To enhance digital literacy among students and provide a deeper understanding of the digital landscape in the present educational framework, the National Service Scheme wing of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University conducted a series of lectures. A pilot study in collaboration with J-PAL South Asia was done under this programme among […]

ICAR-CIRCOT becomes Approved Assayer of Multi Commodity Exchange Clearing Corporation Ltd (MCXCCL) for Quality Analysis of Cotton Bales

ICAR-CIRCOT has entered into agreement with MCXCCL and becomes Approved Assayer for quality analysis and testing of cotton bales. MCXCCL is a state-of-the-art, commodity derivatives exchange that facilitates online trading of commodities which include Cotton bales and Kapas, thereby providing a platform for price discovery and risk management. As per the agreement, ICAR-CIRCOT will undertake […]

ICAR-CIBA Organized a National Consultative Workshop on Aquaculture Insurance Product Development

The ICAR Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture Chennai, organized a national consultative workshop on “Aquaculture Insurance Product Development” on 13th April, 2024 at Chennai on a hybrid mode, blending in-person attendance with virtual participation to accommodate diverse stakeholders from across the aquaculture and insurance sectors. About 50 delegates participated in the workshop representing a spectrum […]

Safeguarding Kharif Cotton: Inter-State Consultative and Monitoring Meet Held

The Inter-State Consultative and Monitoring Committee Meeting for Kharif cotton 12.04 2024 convened at Kheti Bhawan, Bathinda, spearheaded by Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, along with the participation of Dr. Jaswant Singh, Director Agriculture, Punjab. The meeting’s agenda delved into crucial matters, including the assessment of the current pink bollworm […]

20 Kids’ from Maple Bear Canadian Pre-School Celebrate Golden Harvest at PAU

Celebrating 12.04.2024 the ‘Golden Harvest,’ a total of 20 children from Maple Bear Canadian Pre-school, Udham Singh Nagar, Ludhiana, visited the wheat fields at the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. The tiny tots, wearing the traditional costumes and jewelry, danced to the beats of the dhol to commemorate Baisakhi which marked the arrival of spring […]

PAU Promotes Millet’s Cultivation among Farmers

As many as 8 farmers and farm women attended the training programme on 12.04.2024 “Millets Cultivation” at Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), today. Dr Rupinder Kaur, Associate Director (Skill Development), observed that millets cultivation and processing were need of the hour to inculcate healthy dietary habits, conserve natural resources and get monetary benefits. […]

PAU Creates Awareness on Kitchen Gardening

The Department of Food and Nutrition, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organised an awareness camp on “Importance of Kitchen Gardening” in village Paddi Khalsa of Jalandhar district under All India Coordinated Research Project on ‘Women in Agriculture.’ Giving details, Dr Kiran Grover, Head, Department of Food and Nutrition, highlighted the importance of home grown organic vegetables […]

Adopt Multiple Cropping System Involving Pulses for Economic Sustainability: PAU Urges Farmer’s

9.04.2024 With the commencement of Kharif season, rice experts of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) have called upon the farmers of Punjab to go in for potato/wheat-moong/mash-short duration rice varieties cropping system which is a win-win venture in terms of agricultural and economic sustainability. Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, PAU, observed; “The cropping systems such as rice-wheat-summer […]

PAU Shares Cultivation Technologies for Millet’s

A one day in-service training course on 5.04.2024  the “Cultivation Technologies for Millets” was organized by the Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education. A total of 13Agriculture Development Officers, Agriculture Extension Officers, Agriculture Sub Inspectors, District Extension Specialists and scientists of Krishi Vigyan Kendras attended this […]

PAU-KVK Mansa Field Day Highlight’s Surface Seeder for Sustainable Wheat Sowing

PAU-KVK Mansa organized 5.04.2024 a field day aimed at showcasing the potential of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) recommended Surface Seeder for wheat sowing. Held on the productive fields of progressive farmer Sardar Gurmail Singh in Village Mohr Singh Wala, the event attracted over 50 enthusiastic farmers eager to explore innovative agricultural solutions. The spotlight […]

PAU Expert Monitor’s Kitchen Garden’s and Distributes Vegetable Kits at Village Sudhar

The Department of Resource Management and Consumer Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), monitored kitchen gardens and distributed 40 summer vegetable kits in the village Sudhar under Nutri Smart Village Programme of All India Coordinated Research Project – Women in Agriculture. Anganwari workers, helpers, President of Cooperative Society, and 40 farm women and farmers were present at the […]

PAU Commercializes Fixed Dome Type Biogas Plant

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) 5.04.2024 signed an agreement with Partners in Prosperity, New Delhi for the commercialization of PAU fixed Dome Type Family size Biogas Plant, having capacity from 1m3/day to 25m3/day technology. Dr AS Dhatt, Director of Research, PAU and Mr Naresh Chaudhary, CEO of the firm, signed the Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) […]

3-Month Crop Production Training Concludes at PAU, Expert’s Laud Youths’ Penchant for Farming

The three-month training programme on 5.04.2024 “Integrated Crop Production” concluded at the Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), on Thursday. Organised under the guidance of Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, a total of 32 rural youths attended the training programme. In his concluding address, the chief guest Dr Nirmal Singh Jaura, Director […]

PAU Produces Ample Seed of Paddy, Basmati and Summer Moong for Punjab Farmer’s

Since its inception, the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has been urging and encouraging the farmers to avoid purchasing un-recommended seed and procure seed from a reliable source. Maintaining its quality and standards to retain the long-lasting trust and faith of farmers, PAU has produced sufficient seed of short duration paddy varieties like PR 130, PR […]

Grow High Yielding Moong Variety ‘SML 1827’: PAU Urges Farmer’s

In an unswerving commitment to promote crop diversification in Punjab, the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has successfully developed short duration improved varieties of mungbean for the summer season. Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, PAU, observed, “Pulses are the best option for crop diversification in Punjab state as they improve soil health and are rich source […]

ICAR-CIWA Organized Capacity Building Pogramme on “Women Empowerment in Animal Husbandry Sector through Women Friendly Technologies”

ICAR- Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar organized a skill based capacity building pogramme on “Women Empowerment in Animal Husbandry sector through Women Friendly Technologies” in the Institute Campus during 04-06 March 24. The importance of women friendly technologies in Animal husbandry sector, adoption of latest technologies with women friendly interventions were highlighted during […]

ICAR- CIWA Organized Industry-Stakeholders Interface-2024

ICAR- Central Institute for Women in Agriculture had organised CIWA-Industry-Stakeholders Interface-2024 on 6th March 2024 to provide a convergence platform for promoting Women Friendly Technologies and Agri-preneurship among farm women and industries. The major objective of the Interface was to promote Public-Private Partnerships and provide a platform to showcase women friendly technologies to clients/ technology […]

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture organized Krishi Mela-cum-Millet Exhibition

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar organized a Krishi Mela-cum-Millet Exhibition on 14 March, 2024 at Srirampur village under Balipatna block of Khordha District. The programme was inaugurated by the Chief Guest Padma Shri Bata Krushna Sahoo and presided over by Dr. Mridula Devi, Director, ICAR-CIWA, Bhubaneswar & Chairperson, KMME-2024. Dr Lipi Das Pr. […]

PAU – RRS Ballowal Sunkhari Empowers Punjab Agriculture Officer’s with Oilseed Crop Training

In a concerted effort to bolster agricultural practices in Punjab’s SBS Nagar region, the Regional Research Station, Ballowal Saunkhri held training programme for officers from the Department of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare. The programme centered on the intricacies of oilseed crop production, a critical facet in diversifying crops and mitigating the adverse impacts of the […]

Southern Regional Research Centre, ICAR-CSWRI, Mannavanur Organized Self-Sponsored Three-Day Rabbit Farmers Training During March

The Southern Regional Research Centre of ICAR – CSWRI organized a self-sponsored three-day training programme for rabbit farmers of Southern India. Twenty-six (26) Farmers from Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry have participated in the training entitled “Hands-on training on Technological updates in profitable broiler rabbit production” during 13 – 15, March 2024. Farmers were from […]

Farmer-Scientist Seminar Organized with Exposure Visit to 26 Sheep Herder Tribe Farmers of Dausa district at Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute, Avikanagar.

Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute, Avikanagar, organized a farmer-scientist seminar with a one-day exposure tour of 26 tribal sheep rearing farmers of Basava, Bandikui and Dausa tehsils of Dausa district under the Scheduled Tribe Sub-Plan on March 18, 2024. One-day Under the tour, various weather based information on breed improvement, animal nutrition, animal health […]

A Three-Day Training Program on Rabbit Farming Along with a Five-Day Exposure Trip for 24 Tribal Farmers of Jhadol Block of Udaipur District by the Institute.

Indian Council of Agricultural Research’s Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute, Avikanagar, in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra Udaipur and KED Foundation Udaipur, in various villages of Jhadol-Falasia block of Udaipur district (Ghodimar, Manpur, Mighana Turangarh, Amod, Semla, Siwana, Karani Valley) Under a five-day program, an educational tour and a three-day training program was organized […]

ICAR-DMAPR Organizes Industry Interface Meet

ICAR-Directorate of Medicinal and Aromatic Plant Research, Anand organised an Industry Interface Meet jointly in collaboration with the IP&TM Unit, ICAR today. The Chief Guest Dr. Trilochan Mohapatra, Chairperson, Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Authority, New Delhi, and former Secretary (DARE) & DG (ICAR) emphasized the need for collaborations between research organizations and […]

ICAR-CIFA Celebrates 37th Annual Day

ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Bhubaneswar, Odisha celebrated its 37th Annual Day at its Kausalyaganga Campus, Bhubaneswar today. The country’s premier research institute on freshwater aquaculture began its journey as an institute on this day in the year 1987 under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research. Dr. Dhriti Banerjee, Director, Zoological Survey of India, Kolkata […]

ICAR-CCARI, Goa Celebrates 35th Foundation Day

ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa celebrated its 35th Foundation Day today. Dr Gurbachan Singh, Former Chairman, Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board, New Delhi, and Chairman, Gurbachan Singh Foundation for Research, Education, and Development, Karnal was the Chief Guest for the programme. Dr. Singh urged the scientists to work on rainwater harvesting, promotion of integrated farming […]

ICAR-DCFR Secures Patent for Rapid Detection of Deadly Fish Pathogen -Lactococcus Garvieae

In a significant stride towards combating the devastating impact of Lactococcus garvieae, ICAR- Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research, Bhimtal clinched its patent for a pioneering diagnostic solution. The patented technology, titled ‘Composition, Protocol, and Diagnostic Kit for Identification of Bacterial Pathogen Lactococcus garvieae’ was led by Dr. Neetu Shahi, Senior Scientist, and the team of ICAR-DCFR, Bhimtal. Dr. […]

ICAR-CIARI & DST Rescues Hawksbill Turtle at Car Nicobar

As part of the citizen science initiatives launched on Car Nicobar Island to monitor sea turtle populations, the Nicobarese fishermen from Teetop Village have retrieved a juvenile Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) from ghost fishing nets floating in the coastal waters of Car Nicobar. Lost, abandoned, and discarded fishing nets, popularly known as ghost nets, continue […]

International Conference of Indian Society for Sheep and Goat Production and Utilization On “Recent Trends and Future Perspectives to Improve the Performance, Health and Welfare of Small Ruminants Under Changing Climate Scenario”

VIKAMADAN SECOND ANNOUNCEMENT International Conference of Indian Society for Sheep and Goat Production and Utilization On “Recent Trends and Future Perspectives to Improve the Performance, Health and Welfare of Small Ruminants Under Changing Climate Scenario” Venue April 24-26, 2024 Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Veterinary Education and Research (RIVER), Kurumbapet, Puducherry – 605 009. India Welcome […]

Conclusion of Seven-Day Training Program on Artificial Insemination for 11 Veterinary Officers of Tamil Nadu Animal Husbandry Department at Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute, Avikanagar.

A seven-day (3rd to 9th April) workshop on “Management and Processing of Sheep Liquid Semen for Artificial Insemination” was organized by 11 Veterinary Officers (3 female and 9 male) of Tamil Nadu Animal Husbandry Department today on 9th April 2024 at Central Sheep and Research Institute, Avikanagar. At the conclusion of the training program, Director […]

Poshan Mela cum Exhibition-2024 at ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar organized ‘CIWA Poshan Mela cum Exhibition-2024’ with the theme ‘Suposhit Bharat Sashakt Bharat’ on 6 March 2024. On this occasion, Dr. Sujata Mishra, Director PGIMER and Capital Hospital graced the occasion as Guest of Honour. Dr. Sujata Mishra advised the participants for regular exercise and consumption of fruits, […]

Livestock Entrepreneurship Development Programme Commercial Sheep, Goat and Rabbit Farming

Preamble Sheep, goat, and rabbit are the livestock species which find a midway nitch between large animal farmers and land less laborers. It has been observed that crop production in India is totally dependent upon rainfall pattern hence experiences severe crises and acuteness if monsoon fails. It ultimately affects large animal production also. Under such […]

Training-Cum-Demonstration Programme on “Women Friendly Multipurpose Integrated Vertical Nutri-Farming System for Household Production and Nutrition”

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar organized three days Training-cum-Demonstration Programme on “Women Friendly Multipurpose Integrated Vertical Nutri-Farming System for Household Production and Nutrition” at Alando village, Biridi block, Jagatsinghpur district; Mendhasala village, Bhubaneswar block, Khordha district and ICAR-CIWA, Bhubaneswar during 04 to 06 March, 2024. Dr. Tania Seth, Scientist, ICAR-CIWA sensitized the farmwomen […]

ICAR-CIWA Celebrated the National Science Day 2024

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar organized the National Science Day-2024 at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya 2, CRPF Bhubaneswar. On this occasion, the school children were highlighted about the importance of the day and were provided lectures on ‘Considering Agricultural Sciences as a choicest career option’. The school children were enlightened about the National […]

Training on Biofloc Based Production Technology

Introduction The biofloc technology is an innovative intervention in modern aquaculture based on the concept of generation of microbial protein as quality natural food for cultured shrimps/ fishes through manipulation of C:N ratio in culture system. This technology is being well practiced and found to be suitable for high density nursery and grow out culture […]

Veterinarians Appraised about Latest Development in Livestock Production

Directorate of Extension Education, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana organised one day Animal Husbandry Officers’ workshop wherein more than 100 Veterinary officers and Animal Science specialists from different Krishi Vigyan Kendra participated. Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Vice Chancellor highlighted the importance of alternative medicine in veterinary services and stressed on line department […]

21 Days Summer School On “Sustainable Agroforestry Interventions for Diversification and Environmental Amelioration” (THROUGH ONLINE MODE)

About the Summer School Agroforestry involves the intentional integration of trees and other woody perennials into traditional agricultural systems. This diversification contributes to enhanced biodiversity, improved resilience to environmental stresses, and increased overall productivity. Agroforestry practices play a pivotal role in environmental conservation and amelioration. Trees contribute to soil health by preventing erosion, enhancing fertility, […]

ICAR-CCARI’s Invention Nutmeg Taffy Gets Patent

31.03.2024 The invention “Process for preparing Nutmeg Taffy and resultant food product there of” invented by Dr. A.R Desai and the team of ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa has been granted Patent No. 528119 (Application No. 201621012414, dated 8th April, 2016). Nutmeg is an important spice crop of India which is mainly grown for […]

Workshop-cum-Capacity Building Programme on Natural Farming

A 1-day Workshop-cum-Capacity building programme on Natural Farming was jointly organised by ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Kolkata, and Ramkrishna Ashram Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Nimpith KVK, South 24 Parganas, West Bengal. Dr. Pradip Dey, Director, ICAR-ATARI, Kolkata, highlighted the importance of natural farming in promoting environmental management, ensuring safe and nutritious food production, and conserving […]

Strategic Planning Meeting to Promote Natural Farming to Grassroots

ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Kolkata organised a strategic planning meeting for the discussion on the mode of a demonstration on natural farming today under the Government flagship project entitled, ‘Out scaling of Natural Farming through Krishi Vigyan Kendras’ to the grassroots of the farming community in Eastern India involving 34 KVKs of Odisha, West […]

MF 1035 DI Super Plus

Product Specifications Power Range (hp Range) 40 HP (29.41 kW) Engine Simpson S337.1 T III A Cylinders 3 Cubic Capacity 2400 cc (2.40L) Fuel Injection Pump Inline Clutch Type Dual Transmission Type Sliding mesh / Partial Constant mesh Number of Speeds 8 Forward + 2 Reverse Tyre Dimensions 6.00 x 16 (15.24 cm x 40.64 […]

Vet Varsity Won Accolades at National Seminar on One Health

Dr. Kriti Singh, Research Fellow, Centre for One Health, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana was bestowed with ‘Best Poster Presentation Award’ during the National Seminar on ‘One Health for Sustainable Future: Issues & Challenges,’ organized by Government College for Girls, Ludhiana under the aegis of College Development Council, Panjab University, Chandigarh […]

PAU-FASC Kapurthala Spearheads Successful Field Day on PAU-Recommended Surface Seeder for Wheat Sowing

The Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC) in Kapurthala recently organized 31.03.2024 a field day showcasing the effectiveness of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) recommended Surface Seeder for wheat sowing. Held in the fields of progressive farmer Sardar Joginder Singh in Village Shahwala Andrisa, Sultanpur Lodhi block, the event witnessed active participation from key departments including […]

PAU Gives Hands-on-Training in Biofertilizer use and Natural Tea Beverage Making

The Department of Microbiology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), demonstrated a hands-on-training on “Biofertilizers, Natural Vinegar, Fermented Tea Beverage and Bioenzyme” under ICAR-1 grant. The practical session was followed by the development of the products by the students. Dr Urmila Gupta Phutela, Principal Scientist (REE)-cum-Head, Department of Microbiology, demonstrated the steps involved in the production of […]

ICAR-CIPHET Ludhiana Gives Licensing of Visible Light Insect Trap to M/s Parashar Agrotech Bio Pvt. Ltd. Varanasi

ICAR- Central Institute of Post-Harvest Engineering & Technology, Ludhiana developed a visible light-based insect trap that utilizes visible light to attract and trap harmful insects, offering a non-toxic and environmentally friendly solution for pest management in agriculture. Dr. Nachiket Kotwaliwale, Director, ICAR-CIPHET awarded the agreement and assured him that all possible help would be extended […]

Kisan Mela on Drone Technology in Agriculture

ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture KVK-Ranga Reddy, in collaboration with IFFCO, jointly organized a training-cum-demonstration event on the utilization of Drone technology for optimizing agricultural resources on 28th March 2024, at Chandkhan Guda Village, Manchal Mandal area of Ranga Reddy district in Telangana State. The project aimed to raise awareness among farmers and stakeholders […]

International Training on “India-Africa Webinar Exchange on Millets”

An international webinar on “International (India-Africa) exchange of experience sharing and capacity building program to expand the cultivation, use and processing of millet as a climate-resilient crop, and to strengthen agrobiodiversity, balanced nutrition, millet value chain, value addition and entrepreneurship in Africa” was organized by ICAR-IIMR, Hyderabad during 8-11 January, 2024. In the inaugural session, […]

3 days – Hands on Training on “Production of Fruit & Vegetable Powders”

Date: 23rd-25th April, 2024 Last date for receipt of application: 22nd April, 2024. Venue: BESST-HORT, ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru. Course Director: Dr. Bhuvaneswari S. Course Co-Directors: Dr. C. K. Narayana & Dr. R. B. Tiwari Resource Persons: Dr. Pushpa Chethan Kumar, Dr. Vijay Rakesh Reddy S. & Dr. Preethi P Course Co-Ordinator’s: Dr. Dhananjaya M. V., CEO, […]

A Joint Initiative of ICAR-CIARI & DST Rescues Hawksbill Turtle at Car Nicobar

As part of the citizen science initiatives launched on Car Nicobar Island to monitor sea turtle populations, the Nicobarese fishermen from Teetop Village have retrieved a juvenile Hawksbill turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) from ghost fishing nets floating in the coastal waters of Car Nicobar. Lost, abandoned, and discarded fishing nets, popularly known as ghost nets, continue […]

American Farmer Visits PAU’s Department of Vegetable Science

A Nuffield International Scholar-cum-Director Global Farmer Network (Ex), Ms Hope Pjeskya, who is closely associated with Ms Julie Borlaug of US, visited the Department of Vegetable Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). Dr Tarsem Singh Dhillon, Head, Department of Vegetable Science, discussed new initiatives in vegetable research, extension and teaching, taken by the department for the […]

AGRI UDAAN 6.0 for Startups at ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai

a-IDEA, TBI of ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management, Hyderabad, and ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai organised 24.03.2024  Demo Day of Agri Udaan 6.0 today at ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai in association with NABARD and State Bank of India.  The programme aimed to stimulate food and agribusiness start-ups by offering a unique platform for pitching ideas […]

Training Programme and Field Day Organized at Regional Station Bathinda Under Nabard Sponsored Project

A five-day training programme was organized at Regional Research Station, Jodhpur Farm Bathinda on “”Efficient utilization of resources in drip irrigated cotton and other kharif crops” on 26th Feb to 1st March 2024. The training was organized under the NABARD sponsored Project “Amelioration of barren undulated land to cotton-wheat crop systems through micro irrigation using saline water in semi-arid region […]

63 J&K Farmer’s and Officials Undergo Training at PAU

A delegation of 63 farmers including three officials from Agriculture Department, Dansal, Jammu and Kashmir, visited Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) to obtain five-day training at Skill Development Centre. Dr Rupinder Kaur, Association Director (Skill Development), informed that the agricultural experts of PAU explained in detail the processing of aromatic, medicinal and spice crops; organic farming […]

PAU Organizes two Beekeeping Training Courses for SCs

The Department of Entomology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), simultaneously organized two five-day “Beekeeping Training Courses for Beginners” for scheduled castes of villages Burj Hari Singh wala and Nurpura, Ludhiana. A total of 50 trainees attended these trainings out of which 25 were women trainees. Dr DK Sharma, Head, Department of Entomology, shared that the present […]

PAU Expert’s Call for Judicious use of Water on World Water Day

In a concerted effort to address the pressing global issue of water scarcity and its implications on peace and sustainability, the Department of Soil and Water Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), observed World Water Day 2024 in collaboration with the Soil Water Engineering Club and the Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE), Chapter PAU, Ludhiana. […]

PAU and IRRI Join Forces to Empower Young Researchers in Rice Pathology Screening

In a joint effort to enhance research capabilities in rice pathology screening, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) recently organized 26.03.2024 a comprehensive hands-on training program. Geared towards young researchers, the workshop delved into the intricate processes of screening rice diseases and insect pests, crucial for maintaining crop health and […]

PAU Organizes Field Day on Millet’s Cultivation at Abohar

A field day on “Successful Cultivation and Benefits of Millets” was organised 22.03.2024 by the Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), in collaboration with the Regional Research Station (RRS), Abohar at RRS, Abohar. The programme aimed at human resource development, initiating need based innovations, economic upliftment and creating awareness on millet […]

PAU Expert’s Trains SC Student’s in Protected Cultivation of Vegetable’s

The Department of Vegetable Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), conducted a two-day vocational training course titled “Nursery Raising and Protected Cultivation of Vegetable Crops” for the SC students. Dr Tarsem Singh Dhillon Head, Department of Vegetable Science, discussed the importance and scope of protected cultivation of different vegetables like, tomato, capsicum, brinjal and cucumber. Traditional […]

PAU –RRS Bathinda Empowers Cotton Farmer’s with Training Programme

Punjab Agricultural University’s Regional Research Station (RRS) in Bathinda organized a comprehensive Cotton Training Programme to equip cotton farmers with the latest best practices to enhance yield, quality, and sustainability. Under the auspices of the CICR-CCI project, this initiative brought together esteemed experts and farmers to foster knowledge exchange and collaboration in cotton cultivation. Dr […]

PAU’S Surface Seeder Technique – A Boon for Rice Straw Management

In a concerted effort to revolutionize agricultural practices, Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, the Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, along with his team comprising Dr. Ajmer Singh Dhatt, Director of Research, Dr. Makhan Singh Bhullar, Director of Extension Education and Dr. Jasvir Singh Gill, Agronomist, embarked on a whirlwind tour across Ludhiana, Jalandhar, and Kapurthala […]

AGRI UDAAN 6.0 for Startups at ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai

a-IDEA, TBI of ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management, Hyderabad, and ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai organised Demo Day of 24.03.2024 Agri Udaan 6.0 today at ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai in association with NABARD and State Bank of India.  The programme aimed to stimulate food and agribusiness start-ups by offering a unique platform for pitching ideas […]

Scientific Management of Dairy Farming-Cum-Input Distribution Programme Under STC

ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Old Goa, Krishi Vigyan Kendra organized a 1-day training session on26.03. 2024 the ‘Scientific Management of Dairy farming-cum-Input distribution programme’ as part of the Scheduled Tribe Plan by the Govt of India. Dr. Parveen Kumar, Director, ICAR-CCARI Goa, emphasised the importance of dairy in the rural economy and farming community […]

VC of Uttarakhand Horti-Varsity Visits PAU, Discusses Agroforestry Research

In a bid to share the spirit of camaraderie and deliberate on agro-forestry in Punjab, Dr Parvinder Kaushal, Vice-Chancellor, of Veer Chandra Singh Garhwali University of Horticulture and Forestry, Bharsar, Uttarakhand, visited the Department of Forestry and Natural Resources (FNR), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), on Tuesday. During a close interaction with the faculty and students […]

Dr. Gurdev Singh Khush Foundation Recognizes Excellence in Agricultural Sciences: Annual Award’s Ceremony Highlights Innovation and Philanthropy

The prestigious Dr Gurdev Singh Khush Foundation for Advancement of Agricultural Sciences once again celebrated excellence in agricultural innovation at its Annual Awards Ceremony held at PAU’s PAL Auditorium. Dr Gurdev Singh Khush, renowned as the granddaddy of paddy and a Padma Shri recipient, led the event by honoring outstanding scientists and students from PAU […]

Astounding Response to PAU Gurdaspur Kisan Mela; a Reinforcement of Farmers’ Faith in Varsity Recommendation’s

Continuing its impactful Kisan Mela series, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) hosted the significant event at Krishi Vigyan Kendra Gurdaspur, emphasizing agricultural diversification as the key to enhanced income and sustainable progress. Chief Guest of the day, PAU Vice Chancellor, Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, unveiled the Package of Practices for Kharif crops 2024, urging farmers to […]

ICAR-IIOR Organized Sunflower and Sesame Field Day and Training for the Benefit of Tribal Farmers

The ICAR- Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research, Hyderabad organized sunflower and summer Sesame Field Day under TSP 2023-24 in aspirational district of Adilabad in Keslapur village on 06/03/2024. Traditionally, farmers in Adilabad district cultivate cotton, soybean, redgram, greengram blackgram during kharif in black cotton soils. Farmers with access to irrigation during rabi cultivate Bengal gram, […]

ICAR-IIOR Organized Sesame Field Day / Agri-Drone Demonstrations and Training

The ICAR- Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research, Hyderabad organized Sesame Field Day /Agri-Drone demonstrations and Training under TSP 2023-24 in Bavapur village, Khanapur Mandal, Nirmal District on 22/03/2024 for the benefit of tribal farmers. Bavapur village is a tribal hamlet located in interior forest foot hills of Nirmal distrct. During the field day the team […]

Institute Organised One-Day National Seminar on “Mechanization of Sugarcane Cultivation”

An All India one-day National Seminar on “Mechanization of Sugarcane Cultivation: Operational, Environmental and Policy Constraints” was organized by ICAR- Indian Institute of Sugarcane Research, Lucknow in collaboration with Sugar Technologists Association of India (STAI) on 7 March 2024 at Indian Institute of Sugarcane Research, Lucknow. The programme started with the Council song and lighting […]

The ERS-ICAR-IVRI, Kolkata Organized a Poultry Health Awareness Camp and RIR Chicks Distribution Program among the rural women in Gangasagar Island under Development Action Plan for Scheduled Castes

Gangasagar, is part of the Sundarbans delta and famous place of Hindu pilgrimage. As an ancient ritual, the Gangasagar Mela is celebrated at the tip of the Sagar Island on the eve of Makar Sankranti every year. The Eastern Regional Station (ERS) of ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Kolkata and Bharat Sevashram Sangha (BSS), Mahendraganj, […]

Meeting on Establishing National Animal Disease Centre at ICAR-NIVEDI, Bengaluru

ICAR-National Institute of Veterinary Epidemiology and Disease Informatics, Bengaluru, organised a key meeting chaired by Smt. Alka Upadhyaya, Secretary, Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Govt of India. Smt. Upadhyaya emphasised the institute’s advancements in livestock disease epidemiology and its proactive approach to disease forecasting and warning. She also advocated for a collaborative national project […]

Performance Evaluation of Pusa Lentil and Mustard Varieties in the Alluvial Soil of Assam

The field experiments were conducted at ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI),21 st March 2024, Assam Gogamukh, Assam research field located at Dhirpai Chapori, Gogamukh, Dhemaji, Assam. Simultaneously the field experiments were also conducted at farmers’ fields in the Lakhumpur district. The five pusa mustard varieties viz., PM-25, PM-26, PM-27, PM-28, PM-33 and one local control […]

Programme on Promoting On-Farm Conservation: NBPGR’s Initiatives

NBPGR RS, Thrissur organised a programme on “Promoting On-Farm Conservation: NBPGR’s Initiatives” in the farm premises of the station on 2nd April 2024 to felicitate the custodian farmers involved in on-farm conservation. Dr TR Sharma, DDG (Crop Science), ICAR was the chief guest of this programme while Dr DK Yadava, ADG (Seed) was the guest […]

Vice Chancellor Dr D.K.Vatsa Calls for Saving Soil for Sustainable Farming

Palampur 28 March. Dr D.K.Vatsa,Vice Chancellor, has said that agriculture is very basic requirement for humanity. All other professions and avocations follow agriculture. He underlined the need to save soil for sustainable farming. The Vice Chancellor said that micro irrigation and micro shed management can be handled well following right cropping systems. He said that […]

Training on Small Animal Abdominal Sonography and Echocardiography concludes at CSKHPAU

Palampur 6 March.  Dr.D. K.Vatsa ,Vice Chancellor has emphasized the importance of enhancing the skills of professionals. He was addressing participants and scientists during the concluding ceremony of three days training on “Small Animal Abdominal Sonography and Echocardiography” at Dr G.C.Negi College of Veterinary and Animal Science, here today. He appreciated the Department of Veterinary […]

9 Asian PGPR India Chapter National Conference on “The Beneficial Microbes as Integrated Approach for Sustainable Agriculture: Opportunities & Challenges”

Dear Delegates, It is with immense pleasure that we welcome you on behalf of the Asian PGPR Society and its Indian Chapter for Sustainable Agriculture to the 9th Asian PGPR India Chapter National Conference on “The Beneficial Microbes as Integrated Approach for Sustainable Agriculture: Opportunities & Challenges” scheduled to be held from 29-30 July, 2024 […]

Farmer’s Exposure Visit to the Ornamental Fish Culture Unit at Sawantwadi, Maharashtra

ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa organized  20th march 2024 an exposure visit to the Ornamental Fish Culture Unit at Sawantwadi, Maharashtra, today, under the NABARD-funded project ‘Entrepreneurship Development and Livelihood Improvement through Demonstration and Training of Sustainable Ornamental Fish Culture in Goa’. The programme aimed to gain insights into developing an Ornamental Fish breeding […]

Organization of Farmer-Scientist Seminar Along with Exposure Visit for Tribal Farmers at ICAR-Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute, Avikanagar.

A one-day exposure tour as well as a farmer-scientist seminar was organized today by the ICAR-Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute, Avikanagar for the tribal sheep rearing farmers of Basava, Bandikui and Dausa tehsils of Dausa district under the Scheduled Tribe Sub-Plan. Dr. Arun Kumar Tomar, Director, in his address urged the sheep rearing farmers […]

Workshop on Precision Agriculture Conclave for Public Private Partnership

Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) organized a day-long workshop on Precision Agriculture Conclave for Public Private Partnership on March 20, 2024 at A. P. Shinde Symposium Hall, NASC, New Delhi with participation of scientists, researchers and students and many start-ups and industries. The workshop was preceded by ITU/FAO International Workshop on “Cultivating tomorrow: Advancing […]

Successful Breeding of Hilsa Using Cryopreserved Milt

ICAR- Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore successfully breed hilsa using cryopreserved milt collected from the wild. There is a difficulty in getting both male and female at a time from the wild, so cryopreservation of milt and genebank development of this species is needed. The institute is working for the past 10 years to […]

Organization of Two-Day Farmer Training Program Related to Shree Anna in Hawalbagh, Experimental Field of ICAR-VPKAS Almora.

A two-day (18 to 19 March) farmer training program related to Shree Anna was organized at Hawalbagh, the experimental field of ICAR-Vivekananda Research Institute of Mountain Agriculture (VPKAS), Almora. This training program was sponsored by the Agriculture Department, Badaun (Uttar Pradesh) under the National Food Security Mission, 2023- 24. At the conclusion of the training […]

Regional Workshop on Seed Quality Control for North Eastern Region under AICRP Seed (Crops)

A 2-day Regional Workshop cum Training on Seed Quality Control and Seed Testing in NEH Region under AICRP Seed (Crops) was conducted at Hotel Imphal on 11th – 12th March 2024. Shri. Thaithuilung Panmei, (IAS) Commissioner, Horticulture & Soil Conservation, Govt of Manipur, highlighted that Bharat Ratna Dr. M.S. Swaminathan pioneered in the country’s popularization […]

ICAR-CCRI Organizes Workshop on IPR in Agricultural Research

ICAR-Central Citrus Research Institute, Nagpur hosted an engaging workshop focused on Intellectual Property Rights in Agricultural Research. The event aimed to foster awareness among scientists and research scholars regarding the crucial role and implications of Intellectual Property Rights within the agricultural domain. Dr. S. S. Roy, Senior Scientist and PI (NAIF-ITMU), ICAR-CCRI delivered the inaugural […]

ICAR-IARI Celebrates World Water Day

On the occasion of ‘World Water Day’ on 22nd March 2024, the Water Technology Centre, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi organised a Technical programme on the central theme “Water for Peace”. The Chief Guest Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Secretary (DARE) and Director General (ICAR) emphasised the relevance of the theme of ‘World Water Day’ for […]

ICAR-NBAIR Demonstrates Utility of Agri-Drone in Crop Protection

ICAR- National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources, Bengaluru has been making efforts to develop novel and precise delivery mechanisms for biopesticides for the effective management of insect pests and diseases. ICAR-NBAIR has been selected as one of the ICAR Institutes for ‘Drone technology demonstration’ under the Sub Mission on Agricultural Mechanization to popularize the Agri-drone […]

Celebration of World Water Day 2024 at ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna

The ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna orchestrated the commemoration of World Water Day on March 22, 2024, themed “Water for Peace.” Every scientist affiliated with the institute participated in this celebration. Dr. Arti Kumari, Scientist, initiated the proceedings by extending a warm welcome to the Director, Division Heads, and fellow scientists. Dr. Himanshu […]

S. Gurmeet Singh Khuddian Cabinet Minister Inaugurates Pashu Palan Mela at Vet. Varsity

Pashu Palan Mela of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana was inaugurated by S. Gurmeet Singh Khuddian, Cabinet Minister Punjab for Agriculture and farmers welfare, Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries. Dr Jeetendra Verma, President, World Veterinary Poultry Association was guest of honour. Dr GS Bedi, Director, Animal Husbandry Department, Sh Jasvir Singh, […]

Livestock & Mushroom-Integrated Farming System Promoted for Livelihood Improvement of Purulia Farmers

ICAR-Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna in collaboration with Vivekananda Vikas Kendra, Kalimati, Purulia, organized a capacity building-cum-farmer-scientist interaction programme as part of the Institute’s flagship extension programme ‘PRAYAS’ under the Tribal Sub-Plan at Hatinad a village of Ayodhya hills in Purulia, West Bengal from 13th-15th  March 2024. The plateau region of Purulia faces major […]

Technology Showcasing and Interface Meeting for Technology Commercialization through Public-Private Partnership

ICAR-Indian Institute of Wheat and Barley Research, Karnal organised 19th march 2024‘Technology Showcasing and Interface Meeting for Technology Commercialization through Public Private Partnership’ today under the Institute Technology Management Unit. Dr. SK Malhotra, Vice Chancellor, Maharana Pratap Horticultural University, Karnal and Dr. Gyanendra Singh, Director, ICAR-IIWBR, Karnal, graced the occasion as the chief guest. Dr. […]

BAU Leads the Way with First-Ever Extension Plant Pathology Course in India

BAU is proud to complete the first batch of Extension Plant Pathology. This is a course that is being taught only in BAU amongst all State Agricultural Universities and Deemed Universities of India. This postgraduate course is unique in itself which is a blend of two applied disciplines of agricultural sciences viz. Extension Education and […]

Six day Bootcamp on Drones and Allied Technologies Concluded at BAU

A six day Bootcamp on Drones and Allied Technologies concluded at BAU, Sabour. The Bootcamp was organized 16 march 2024, by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Patna. During the concluding ceremony, certificates were awarded to 37 successful participants. As a part of the assessment process, all participants were divided into groups and […]

Organization of One Day Training Cum Awareness Program on Natural Farming

Today, on March 15, 2024, a two-day awareness program on natural farming was organized in the premises of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Barh, Patna. In this program, the chief guest was Dr. D.R. Singh, Vice Chancellor, Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, and Dr. R. Sohane, Director of Extension Education, Bihar was present as the special guest. The […]

Two-Day Farmers Fair-Cum-Exhibition Organized at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Arwal

A two-day Farmers Fair-cum-Exhibition 2024 has been organized on 14 and 15 March 2024 under the Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan in the premises of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Lodipur, Arwal. Today, on March 14, 2024, the Kisan Fair-cum-Exhibition 2024 was auspiciously inaugurated by lighting the lamp on the first day with the lotus flowers of Dr. Duniya […]

ICAR-IISR Hosted UDAYAM 2024 – Women’s Entrepreneurship Meet and Agricultural Expo

ICAR-IISR hosted UDAYAM 2024 – Women’s Entrepreneurship Meet and Agricultural Expo during 22,23 and 25 March 2024. An exhibition specially focused on small scale enterprises in agriculture and allied sectors was held in the first day of the program. The program organized by Institute Technology Management – Agri Business Incubation Unit (ITM-ABI) of ICAR-IISR was […]

PAU All Set to Hold National Youth Fest

The stage is set at the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) for the 37th Inter-University National Youth Festival, set to take off at Dr AS Khera Open Air Theatre on March 28 at 4.00 pm. Nearly 2,500 students are expected to participate in the five-day youth fest which will culminate on April 1. The items will be […]

PAU – KVK, Fatehgarh Sahib Organizes Awareness Programme on Paddy Residue Management

PAU’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib organized an awareness programme for the mobilization of college students of the Continental Group of Institutes, Fatehgarh Sahib on “Paddy Residue Management.” About 100 students participated in the programme. Mr Tanvir Singh Gill, Administrative Incharge, Continental Group of Institutes, introduced the KVK team to the students and staff of […]

Day 2 of PAU Kisan Mela Spotlights Agricultural Diversification and Entrepreneurship; Dr. Khush Advocates for Oilseeds and Pulses Cultivation

The vibrant two-day PAU Kisan Mela on 15.03.2024 , themed ‘Kheti Naal Saahaaik Dhanda, Parivaar Sukhi Munafa Changa,’ concluded today, resonating with the spirit of agricultural innovation and entrepreneurship. World Food Prize Winner Dr Gurdev Singh Khush, the day’s Chief Guest and other esteemed speakers reiterated the significance of agricultural diversification and value addition to […]

Colorful Spring Garden Inaugurated at PAU

The University witnessed today the inauguration of a spring garden, 15.03.2024 marking a colorful note to the day. While the second day of the Kisan Mela was at its peak, this inauguration lent a vibrant hue to the event. The Chief Guest on the occasion was Dr Harwant Kaur Khush, the better half of World […]

PAU- KVK Hoshiarpur Showcases Wheat Cultivation Innovation with Smart Seeder at Field Day Event

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Hoshiarpur orchestrated a field day to explore modern wheat cultivation techniques utilizing the Smart Seeder technology. The event took place in village Dhada Kalan, block Garhshankar, district Hoshiarpur, on March 13, 2024. The event was led by progressive farmer S Taranjit Singh Mann, under the guidance of KVK scientists, […]

RKVY Sponsored Farmers Training Programmes on Black Pepper at ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research, Regional Station, Appangala, Madikeri

Two RKVY-RAFTAAR sponsored farmers training programs on Black pepper titled “Advances in production technology and nursery management in black pepper” on 15-2-24 “Sustainable and Futuristic Production Practices in Black Pepper” on 19-3-24 were conducted (&) at ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research, Regional Station, Appangala, Madikeri. Both events witnessed a remarkable turnout, with approximately 280 farmers […]

Training Programme on “Novel Seed Production Techniques in Field Crop” Conducted by PJTSU- SRTC at KVK, Malyal

Seed Research and Technology Center, Hyderabad organized training programme on ‘Novel seed production techniques in field crops’’ at KVK Malyal on 26.03.24. Dr. N. Kishore Kumar, SMS (Extension) welcome the participants for inaugural session, Dr. P. Jagan Mohan Rao, Director, SRTC, Hyderabad participated, explained about, importance of seed in agriculture and how quality seed production […]

Training Programme on Precision Agriculture Concludes at PAU

The National Committee on Precision Agriculture and Horticulture (NCPAH) sponsored seven-day training programme on “Precision Agriculture Technology including Greenhouses Management” concluded in the Department of Soil and Water Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). Farmers from Punjab and other states attended the training programme, orchestrated by the Precision Farming Development Centre (PFDC), Ludhiana. The chief guest […]

PAU Trains Rural Women in Layout of Kitchen Garden

Under All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP)-Women In Agriculture, the Department of Resource Management and Consumer Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), conducted a lecture-cum-demonstration on the layout of kitchen garden and the importance of nutritious food in daily life at the village Boparai Kalan. Around 57 farm women participated in this event which was held […]

PAU – KVK Ropar Empowers Rural Youth with Comprehensive Poultry Farming Training

Under the guidance of PAU Ludhiana, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Ropar, conducted a 7-day poultry farming training programme spearheaded by Dr Satbir Singh, Deputy Director of KVK Ropar. Dr Aparna, Associate Professor of Animal Science, revealed that the initiative witnessed active participation from 62 rural youth, farmers, and farm women hailing from Ropar, SBS Nagar, […]

PAU – KVK Ferozepur Organized Awareness Camp on Surface Seeding Technology

The Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Ferozepur, under the guidance of Dr GPS Sodhi, Additional Director of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, recently conducted an awareness Camp on Surface Seeding Technology. The event in village Markhai saw enthusiastic participation from 53 farmers and farm women in the SC/ST category. Dr Munish Kumar, Assistant […]

PAU- KVK Ropar Wraps up Successful Vocational Training on Bakery and Confectionery

The PAU-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Ropar recently concluded a highly successful vocational training programme focusing on bakery and confectionery items. Organized under the auspices of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, the course saw enthusiastic participation from 15 farm women and adolescent girls. Sponsored by the […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Organized the Training Programme on Physical and Mental Health Management for Technical, Administrative and Supporting Staffs” During March

To impart soft skills to the Technical, Administrative and supporting staff of the institute, ICAR-CIRCOT organized a two days skill development programme for Technical, Administrative and Supporting Staffs” during March 26-27, 2024 on Hybrid mode (both online and offline). The training programme was attended by twelve staff members from headquarters and two staff members from […]

ICAR-CIRCOT inks MoU with M/s. Relegare Agro Life Bio Science Pvt Ltd. Ahmednagar (MH) for “Development of Microbial Inoculum for in-Situ Degradation of Agricultural Waste”

The ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with M/s. Relegare Agro Life Bio Science Private Limited Ahmednagar (MH) on 21nd March 2024. The MoU has been signed by Dr. S. K Shukla, Director, ICAR-CIRCOT and Mr. G. T. Gadekar, Director, M/s. Relegare Agro Life Bio Science Private […]

Coconut Development Board Sponsored Training on Recent Advances in Good Agricultural Practices for Management of Emerging Insect Pests in Coconut

Background and Brief course outline ICAR-NBAIR is a premier research institute in the country working on insect-related research activities, development of eco-friendly biocontrol and biocontrol compatible technologies to manage the notorious insect pests in the coconut ecosystem without the use of harmful insecticides. The recent invasive whiteflies viz., rugose spiraling whitefly, Bondar’s nesting whitefly, nesting […]

One-Day Workshop on Plant Genetic Resources Awareness was Organized on 11.03.2024 by ICAR-NBPGR New Delhi and Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hardoi-II at Atiya Majhigawan, Block Kothawan, District Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh under Scheduled Castes Sub Plan

“The total area of Hardoi district is 5,986 km2and more than 31% population belongs to Scheduled caste community, which significantly involved in agriculture and other non-agricultural labour work. Due to very limited knowledge of farmers about the plant genetic resources, one-day workshop on PGR awareness was conducted at Atiya Majhigawan, Block Kothawan, District Hardoi, Uttar […]

Two day National Seminar cum Stakeholder Meeting organized by ICAR-NRCC Bikaner

A two-day (14-15 March, 2024) National Seminar cum Stakeholder Meeting on ‘Processing, Innovation and Improvement of Non-Bovine Animal Products for Successful Entrepreneurship’ was organized by ICAR-National Camel Research Center (NRCC), Bikaner. Chief Guest, Dr. A.K. Tomar, Director, ICAR-NRCC, Avikanagar, considering farming and animal husbandry as an industry, said that among non-bovine animals, the milk of […]

CHETNA 2024: Empowering Agribusiness Entrepreneurs Nationwide

ICAR- Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute, Avikanagar, organised 15 th March Chetna 2024: Agribusiness Incubation Programme, today marking a significant milestone in fostering agricultural and animal husbandry entrepreneurship, especially in sheep, goat, and rabbit sector across India. Dr. D.B. Shakyawar, Director, ICAR- National Institute of Natural Fibre Engineering & Technology, Kolkata, and Dr. Arun […]

Germplasm Diversity Day Organized at Issapur Farm

“Germplasm Diversity Day was organized at ICAR-NBPGR, Farm Issapur on 20th March, 2024. A total of 16571 accessions of Rabi crops viz, Wheat, Barley, Chickpea, Mustard and Faba bean were grown and showcased in this occasion. Around 75 researchers and crop breeders from various state agriculture university, ICAR institutes and private seed industry (Indian) were […]

ICAR-NBPGR Regional Station, Hyderabad Organized A grass root level Awareness programme on Agri-biodiversity Conservation under Tribal Sub-Plan

“A grass root level Awareness programme on Agri-biodiversity Conservation and Biodiversity Fair was organized by the ICAR-NBPGR Regional Station, Hyderabad in collaboration with Sri Konda Laxman Horticultural University, at Fruit Research Station, SKLTSHU, Sangareddy, Telangana on 14.03.2024, The programme was organized under Tribal Sub Plan to bring in awareness to the tribal farmers regarding the […]

Inauguration of 16th Institute Foundation Day’ and National Seminar on ‘Cultivating Sustainability through Natural Farming Practices’

The 16th Institute Foundation Day celebration of ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone-III, Kanpur was organized today. A 2-day National Seminar on ‘Consonance with Nature (CoWiN-24): Cultivating Sustainability through Natural Farming Practices’ was also inaugurated during the event. Dr. U.S. Gautam, DDG (AE), ICAR, attended the program through online mode and stated that the Krishi […]

Annual Action Plan and Natural Farming Workshop of KVKs in Maharashtra & Goa

ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Pune organized a 2-day Annual Action Plan and Natural Farming Workshop of KVKs in Maharashtra and Goa in collaboration with KVK-Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University, Nashik I, on 13th&14th March 2024. Dr. R Roy Burman, Assistant Director General, Agril. Extn., ICAR, briefed the KVKs on the successful implementation of OFT, […]

PAU- KVK Ferozepur, Organizes Awareness Camp on Soil Health and Efficient Fertilizer Use

Under the guidance of Dr G.P.S. Sodhi, Additional Director of Extension Education at Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, PAU’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Ferozepur hosted an Awareness Camp at village Laddu wala. Attended by 102 farmers and farm women from SC/ST communities, the event focused on crucial topics of Soil Health and Judicious Fertilizer Application. During […]

PAU’s KVK, Moga Organizes Field Day on Surface Seeding-Cum-Mulching Technique

The PAU’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Moga, organized a field day on “Surface Seeding-cum-Mulching Technique” in the village Indergarh of district Moga on March 7, 2024 under the scheme “Promotion of agriculture mechanization for in-site management of crop residue in the state of Punjab”. About 107 farmers attended the field day that was organized in the fields of […]

7-Day Training Programme on Precision Agriculture Begins at PAU

A seven-day training programme on 7 to 13 March “Precision Agriculture Technology including Greenhouses Management” kick-started in the Department of Soil and Water Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), under the aegis of the National Committee on Precision Agriculture and Horticulture (NCPAH), New Delhi. Farmers from Punjab and other states are attending the training programme which […]

PAU – FASC Hoshiarpur Concludes Six-Day Training Programme on IPM in Fields Crop’s, Fruit’s and Vegetable’s

Punjab Agricultural University’s Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC) in Hoshiarpur (Gangian) successfully concluded a six-day training program focused on ‘Integrated Pest Management in field crops, fruits and vegetables” held from March 4 to March 9, 2024. Organized under the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, in collaboration with PAMETI, PAU Campus Ludhiana, the initiative aimed […]

KVK, Malyal – Organized Field Day on “Cultivation of Sunflower in Paddy fallow” under Tribal Sub Plan, 2023-24 at Eshwaragudem of Kothaguda Mandal

KVK, Malyal conducted a Field Day on “Cultivation of Sunflower in Paddy fallow” under Tribal Sub Plan, 2023-24 at Eshwaragudem of Kothaguda Mandal on 13-03-2024. On this occasion, the host farmer Sri Mokalla Laxmaiah shared his experiences in cultivation of Sunflower in Paddy fallow in terms of sowing, seed rate per acre, water management, fertilizer […]

KVK, Bhadradri Kothagudem Conducted Training Programme on “Integrated crop management practices in Groundnut Cultivation” at Bhadradri Kothagudem District

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bhadradri Kothagudem has conducted training programme on “Integrated crop management practices in groundnut cultivation” at Chunchupally Village, Chunchupally Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem District on 14.03.2024. In this programme Dr. V. Lakshmi Narayanamma, Programme Coordinator addressed the farming community on Integrated pest and disease management practices on groundnut. Dr. R. Srinivasa Rao, SMS(Crop Production) […]

Drone Spraying Demonstration and Farmers’ Seminar

ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Dehradun organised a drone spraying demonstration and farmers’ seminar in 12.03.2024 villages Echhala and Phateu. Dr. M Sankar, Sr Scientist, ICAR-IISWC & Principal Investigator, Agri. Drone Project, educated farmers on using drones for chemical and nutrient spraying and discussed drone-related schemes. Drones were used for spraying crops in […]

Workshop-Cum-Training Programme on Aquarium Maintenance and Care

ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Kausalyaganga, Bhubaneswar, Odisha organised a Workshop-cum-training programme on Aquarium maintenance and care for the school teachers, extension officials and hobbyists of Nagaland under the NEH scheme at Dimapur Brooder Fish Farm, Nagaland. The event was organised to promote aquarium science education programmes amongst schools, extension officials and hobbyists on aquarium […]

Indigenous Cow Exhibition

ICAR- Shri Siddhagiri Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kolhapur, Maharashtra organised an Agriculture Exhibition on Indigenous Cow (Khillar & Kokan Gidd Breed) from 7th-9th March 2024. The exhibition was inaugurated by Dr. Machhindara Shinde, District Deputy Commissioner, Animal Husbandry, Kolhapur. He stressed developing quality breed lines for self-sufficiency in milk production and utilization of different farmers’ welfare […]

National Conference on Novel Strategies for Mitigating Biotic and Abiotic Stresses for Agricultural and Environmental Sustainability

ICAR-National Institute of Biotic Stress Management, Raipur, Chhattisgarh in collaboration with ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management, Baramati, Maharashtra & Amity University Chhatisgarh, Raipur organised a National Conference on Novel Strategies for Mitigating Biotic and Abiotic Stresses for Agricultural and Environmental Sustainability on 28th-29th February 2024. The Chief Guest Dr. S. Ayyappan, Padma Shri awardee […]

39th Annual Workshop of AICRP on PHET Concludes

The 39th Annual Workshop of the All India Coordinated Research Project on Post-Harvest Engineering & Technology concluded at the ICAR-Central Institute of Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology, Ludhiana. The 3-day workshop was held from 13th-15th March 2024. The Chief Guest, Dr. S.N. Jha, Deputy Director General (Agril Engineering) ICAR, emphasized the criticality of reducing post-harvest losses […]

Awareness-cum-Animal Health and Vaccination Camp

Krishi Vigyan Kendra-Namsai organised a series of awareness-cum-animal health and vaccination camps were organized by at different villages of the Namsai district to ensure better health coverage for farm animals and poultry birds from seasonal diseases. The programme was organized at Satghoria village of Lekang Circle, today. Dr. B. K. D Borah, SMS, Animal Science […]

PAU KVK Ferozepur Organizes Informative Field Day on Gobhi Sarson

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Ferozepur, under the guidance of Dr GPS Sodhi, Additional Director of Extension Education at PAU, Ludhiana, orchestrated a fruitful field day 7.03.2024 centred around Gobhi Sarson cultivation. The event, held at village Wakha Maur, witnessed active participation from approximately 60 farmers, showcasing their keen interest in adopting innovative […]

PAU – KVK Hoshiarpur Spearhead’s Field Day Demonstrating PAU Surface Seeder for Sustainable Wheat Sowing

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, in collaboration with Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, organized a dynamic field day 7.03.2024 spotlighting the utilization of the PAU Surface Seeder for wheat sowing. Held at village Saila Khurd in block Garhshankhar, Hoshiarpur, the event showcased innovative agricultural practices to enhance crop productivity while promoting environmental […]

PAU – KVK Fatehgarh Sahib Host’s Field Day on Gobhi Sarson Cultivation

PAU’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib, in collaboration with the Directorate of Extension Education at PAU, Ludhiana, and ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana, organized a field day focused on the cultivation of gobhi sarson in village Boran. The event aimed to showcase the performance of cluster frontline demonstrations, promote the health benefits of canola oil and encourage further […]

Awareness Camp on Crop Residue Management at KVK Jalandhar 06-03-2024

A significant awareness camp was held at KVK Nurmahal, Jalandhar, which saw enthusiastic participation from farmers across the Nurmahal and Nakodar blocks. The event, aimed at promoting sustainable agricultural practices, was a convergence of insightful discussions, practical demonstrations, and expert analyses on advanced farming technologies. Dr. Sanjeev Kataria, Deputy Director of KVK Nurmahal, inaugurated the […]

National Horticulture Fair 2024 at ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru Concludes

A 3-day mega event of National Horticulture Fair 2024 organised at ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, Hesaraghatta, Bengaluru from 5th March 2024 concluded on 7th March 2024, with the gracious presence of Ms. Shobha Karandlaje, Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Govt. of India. The Minister, stated that the farmers are eager […]

National Conference on Trending Biotechnological Interventions

A National conference was organised on ‘Trending Biotechnological Interventions to Address and Combat Himalayan Biodiversity challenges’ by Uttarakhand Council for Biotechnology in coordination with ICAR-Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research, Bhimtal from 6-8 March 2024. The event was inaugurated by Prof. Narendra Singh Bhandari, Vice-Chancellor, Soban Singh Jeena University, Almora, in the presence of other dignitaries. […]

Field Day-Cum-Farmer Interface at Kundapura, Karnataka

ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, organised 6.03.2024 a field day-cum-farmer interface and input distribution programme under SCSP at Kundapura, Udupi, Karnataka today. Shri. Hemaraj, a progressive fishermen, urged the fishermen, farmers, research organizations, and developmental agencies to initiate need-based research and on-field experiments to improve the package of practices for fish culture and fishing […]

International Workshop on Fisheries Management and Ecology: Fostering knowledge Exchange

An International workshop was organised on ‘Fisheries Management and Ecology: Fostering knowledge exchange’ by Manipur University, Imphal in coordination with ICAR-Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research, Bhimtal from 7th-9th March 2024. The event was inaugurated by Prof. N. Lokendra Singh, Vice-Chancellor, Manipur University, Imphal in the presence of other dignitaries. Dr. Pramod Kumar Pandey, Director, ICAR-DCFR, […]

Investing in the Skill Development of Women for Accelerated Progress

ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research, Hyderabad, celebrated International Women’s Day on the theme ‘Investing in skill development of women for accelerated progress’. Dr. R.M Sundaram, Director, ICAR-IIRC, emphasised the significant contributions of women Scientists, Technical, Administrative, Support Staff, and Research Scholars in the progress of the Institute and Nation Building. Rice-based niche (high zinc, low […]

Union Minister of State and Farmers Welfare Interacts with the Farmers of Lakshadweep

Ms. Shobha Karandlaje, Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare visited Amini and Agatti Islands, Lakshadweep on 5th-6th March 2024, to review agricultural activities in the region, coordinated by the UT Administration of Lakshadweep and ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Kochi. The Minister interacted with the farmers, self-help groups, and young entrepreneurs. She […]

PAU – KVK Hoshiarpur Empowers Farmer’s with Dairy Animal Management Awareness Camp

Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, in collaboration with the Department of Climate Change & Agricultural Meteorology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, organized a farmer awareness camp on 7.03.2024 dairy animal management. Held at the KVK campus, the event aimed to equip farmers with essential knowledge and resources to enhance their livestock management […]

Input Distribution Programme under Cluster Frontline Demonstration on Oilseeds

ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Cooch Behar, organised an 5.03.2024 input distribution programme under the Govt. of India flagship programme on Cluster Frontline Demonstration on Oilseeds today, under the jurisdiction of ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Kolkata. Prof. D. Basu, Vice-Chancellor, Uttar Banga Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Cooch Behar urged the need for the country’s self-sufficiency in oilseed production. […]

Stakeholders Consultation and Fishery-Input Distribution for Livelihood Support for Inland Fish Farmers

ICAR- National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources, Lucknow, organised a stakeholders’ consultation and fishery-input distribution event  7.03.2024 for livelihood support for inland fish farmers of Puducherry under the guidance of Dr. U. K. Sarkar, Director, ICAR-NBFGR, in association with Fish for All Centre, M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, Poompuhar, Kanchi Mamunivar Government Institute for Post Graduate […]

Natural Farming: Rapidly Getting Accepted by The Farmers in North Bengal

ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Kolkata initiated Natural Farming under a flagship project entitled ‘Out scaling of Natural Farming through Krishi Vigyan Kendras’ to the grassroots of the farming community in Eastern India involving 34 KVKs of Odisha, West Bengal, Andaman, and Nicobar Island since 2022. Dr. Avijit Haldar, Principal Scientist and Nodal Scientist of […]

Successful Completion of Two Days Training Program at ICAR-IVRI, Mukteswar Campus in Collaboration with Animal Husbandry Department, Uttarakhand

A two-days (12-13th March 2024) training program on “Livestock Disease Management in Hilly Areas” was organized by ICAR-IVRI, Mukteswar campus in collaboration with the State Animal Husbandry Department, Uttarakhand under the ‘State Livestock Mission’ scheme of the government. A total of 20 beneficiaries (livestock owners and entrepreneurs) from different blocks of the Nainital district participated […]

FASC Gurdaspur Hosted Awareness Camp on Rabi Crop Disease Management

On March 1, 2024, the Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC) in Gurdaspur, in collaboration with the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) and Regional Research Station (RRS), organized an awareness camp aimed at educating farmers about the effective management of diseases in Rabi crops, with a particular focus on yellow rust and Karnal bunt in wheat. The […]

KVK Ropar Empowers Farmer’s with Eco-Friendly Integrated Farming System

In collaboration with PAU, Ludhiana, and ICAR, ATARI Zone-1, KVK Ropar recently organized a district-level awareness programme centered on the Eco-Friendly Integrated Farming System (IFS). The event aimed to educate farmers on integrating field crops, horticultural crops, agroforestry trees, and livestock for sustainable and profitable farming practices. Over a hundred farmers and farm women actively […]

Inauguration of Seven Days Training Program on “Scientific Rearing and Management of Goats” under TSP of AICRP on Goat Improvement at ICAR-IVRI, Mukteswar Campus

Training program on “Scientific Rearing and Management of Goats” under TSP of AICRP on Goat improvement at ICAR-IVRI, Mukteswar was inaugurated on 14.03.2024. A total of 30 livestock owners and farmers from Sunkhari Kala Village, Sitarganj Block, U.S. Nagar district have participated in the training. The duration of training is from 14.03.2024 to 20.03.2024 (7 […]

The Training Programme on “Rearing of Indigenous Cattle and Production of clean A2 milk and exploring the possibility of application of IoT in Micro Dairy Business” Sponsored by Kamdhenu Abhiyan, Shahjahanpur

ICAR-IVRI organized a three days training programme on “Rearing of Indigenous cattle and production of clean A2 milk and exploring the possibility of application of IoT in Micro dairy business” sponsored by Kamdhenu Abhiyan, Shahjahanpur was organised by ICAR-IVRI, Izatnagar. A total of 17 farmers actively participated into the programme during 13th to 15th March, […]

Completion of Seven Days Training Program on “Scientific Rearing and Management of Goats” under TSP of AICRP on Goat Improvement at ICAR-IVRI, Mukteswar Campus

Under the aegis of Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) of AICRP on Goat improvement, ICAR-IVRI, Mukteswar campus organized 7 days training program on “Scientific Rearing and Management of Goats” from 14.03.2024 to 20.03.2024. A total of 30 livestock owners and farmers from Sunkhari Kala Village, Sitarganj Block, U.S. Nagar district have participated in the training. The […]

ICAR-IIHR Conducts Entrepreneurship Training on Mushroom Cultivation

An entrepreneurial training program on Mushroom cultivation was organized by Mushroom Lab, Division of Crop Protection from 12th to 14th March, 2024. A total of 18 farmers from Bapatla, Andhra Pradesh funder under SCSP scheme, ANGRAU, Dr. NTR college of Agricultural engineering, Bapatla, Andhra Pradesh. The group was given advance end to end Hands on training on […]

National Horticulture Fair 2024 Ends up with Grand Success

The three days long National Horticulture Fair 2024 held at ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, Hesaraghatta, Bengaluru from 5th March 2024 had concluded on 07.03.2024, with gracious presence of Sushri Shobha Karandlaje, Hon’ble Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Govt. of India. Smt. Jiksy Raphael, DGM, NABARD, Smt. Rohini Sindhuri, IAS, Special Secretary, Food […]

Fast-Track Adoption of Mushroom Cultivation, a Boon for Farmer’s: PAU

In a motivational endeavor to promote agri-related subsidiary occupations for diversification, the Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), conducted a two-day training programme on “Mushroom Cultivation” in which a total of 20 scheduled caste farmers and rural women participated. The programme was held in association with the Department of Microbiology, PAU, under the guidance […]

Travel Seminar on Surface Seeder Sown Wheat Organized by FASC, Tarn Taran

Under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, a travel seminar on Surface Seeder sown wheat was organized by FASC, Tarn Taran on February 29 2024. The event was graced by Dr M S Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, who emphasized the importance of adopting surface seeder technology for wheat […]

PAU Release’s Itinerary for Kisan Meal’s in March

With the commencement of March, the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is gearing up to hold seven Kisan Melas across the state. Themed as “Kheti Naal Saahaaik Dhanda, Parivaar Sukhi Munafa Changa,” the melas will promote blissful family life via enhanced income through integration of subsidiary occupations with agriculture. Sharing the itinerary, Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension […]

KVK Moga Empowers Rural Communities Through Plant Genetic Resources Awareness Programme

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Moga, in collaboration with ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR), New Delhi, organized an insightful Awareness Programme on Plant Genetic Resources on February 29, 2024. The event, sponsored under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) scheme, aimed to empower SC beneficiaries of the district by enhancing their knowledge and practical […]

College of Animal Biotechnology of Vet Varsity Celebrates its Foundation Day

The College of Animal Biotechnology, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana celebrated its foundation day at 25.02.2024 . Fine arts and literary competitions were organized for students and faculty of the college. Prof. (Dr.) Yashpal Singh Malik, Dean of the college, welcomed all the guests and highlighted various activities of the college […]

Vet Varsity Conducts On-Farm Meeting of Fish Farmers

Monthly meeting of Innovative Fish Farmers Association (IFFA) of Punjab (Regd.) was held 24.02.2024 at the fish farm of Sh. Navdeep Singh in village Hayatpur of District Ludhiana, under the technical handholding of College of Fisheries (COF), Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana. Dr. Vaneet Inder Kaur, coordinator IFFA informed that 57 […]

Vet Varsity Organizes Skill Development Training Program on Fish Farming

College of Fisheries (COF), Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana organized a 5 days skill development training program (SDTP) on ‘Fish Farming’ for SC stakeholders, in collaboration with Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE). It was under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SC-SP) scheme of Government of India. The course director, Dr. […]

Vet Varsity Conducts Training on “Eco-friendly Livestock Farming”

Directorate of Extension Education, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana conducted a training on “Eco-friendly Livestock Farming” for the animal scientists of different Krishi Vigyan Kendras of Punjab. On this occasion Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Vice-Chancellor said that livestock production hinges on a delicate balance with the environment which has been affected by […]

Pashu Palan Mela Concludes with a message of Homemade Remedies for Livestock Diseases

Two days Pashu Palan Mela of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana concluded with a message of homemade remedies for livestock diseases. Mela attracted a huge gathering with a thought to develop livestock professions on scientific lines. Dr. Sukhpal Singh, Chairman, Punjab State farmers and farmer workers Commission was chief guest on […]

Demonstration on Farm made Fish Feed Preparation and Hygienic Solar Drying

A demonstration on farm made fish feed preparation and hygienic solar drying was organized by ICAR-CIWA Bhubaneswar at Narakoligoroda Village, Satyabadi Block, Puri District on 28 February 2024 under the NICRA funded project on “Gender responsive Integrated Homestead Aqua-horticulture (GRIHA): A Sustainable Climate Resilient Approach towards Livelihood Diversification’’. The project was implemented by ICAR-CIWA with […]

Training-cum-Demonstration Programme on “Women Friendly Multipurpose Integrated Vertical Nutri-Farming System for Household Production and Nutrition”

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar organized three days Training-cum-Demonstration Programme on “Women Friendly Multipurpose Integrated Vertical Nutri-Farming System for Household Production and Nutrition” at Alando village, Biridi block, Jagatsinghpur district; Mendhasala village, Bhubaneswar block, Khordha district and ICAR-CIWA, Bhubaneswar during 04 to 06 March, 2024. Dr. Tania Seth, Scientist, ICAR-CIWA sensitized the farmwomen […]

Poshan Mela cum Exhibition-2024 at ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar organized ‘CIWA Poshan Mela cum Exhibition-2024’ with the theme ‘Suposhit Bharat Sashakt Bharat’ on 6 March 2024. On this occasion, Dr. Sujata Mishra, Director PGIMER and Capital Hospital graced the occasion as Guest of Honour. Dr. Sujata Mishra advised the participants for regular exercise and consumption of fruits, […]

Celebration of 29th Foundation Day at ICAR-CIWA, Bhubaneswar

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture celebrated its 29th Foundation Day on 17 February 2024. Dr. R.C. Agrawal, Deputy Director General (Agril. Edu.), ICAR, New Delhi graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Dr. Bimlesh Mann, ADG (EP & HS), ICAR, New Delhi, Dr. P. K. Roul, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Odisha University of Agriculture & […]

Pashu Palan Mela of Vet Varsity Kick Starts

The Pashu Palan Mela of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana will be a very useful event for people of all walks of life. Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Vice-Chancellor expressed these views on the eve of Pashu Palan Mela which is going to be held on 14th and 15th of March 2024. He […]

Biodiversity, Natural Resources Conservation and Zero Waste Management took center stage in 47th Vice-Chancellors Convention at Vet Varsity

The ongoing 47th Vice-Chancellors’ Convention with the theme “Food and Nutritional Security and Farmers’ Welfare: Vision India-2047 and Beyond” under the aegis of Indian Agricultural University Association (IAUA) at Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana today discussed on biodiversity and natural resources conservation to face climate change as well as Zero Waste […]

Farmers’ Field Day-Cum Input Distribution Program Organized

A Farmers’ Field day-cum Input Distribution program was organized for Scheduled caste farmers on 15 March 2024 at the Directorate under NICRA project. Dr. J.S. Mishra, Director of the Institute inaugurated the program and talked about impact of climate change on day to day life as well as on weed and crops. He also said […]

25th Research Advisory Committee Meeting of ICAR-DWR Organized

The ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research Jabalpur organized 25th Research Advisory Committee Meeting from 6-7 March, 2024. The meeting was Chaired by Dr. Ajoy Kumar Gogoi, former Assistant Director General (Agronomy), ICAR, New Delhi. Other members were: Dr Rajbir Singh, Assistant Director General (Agronomy, Agroforestry and Climate change), ICAR, New Delhi, Dr. C. Chinnusamy, former Professor […]

Exposure visit of farmers from Dindori District of Madhya Pradesh Organized at the ICAR-DWR, Jabalpur

Under the ‘Madhya Pradesh State Millet Mission Scheme’, 20 farmers from Dindori and Shahpura blocks visited ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur, on 19th February, 2024. The farmers were guided by Dr. Deepak Pawar, Scientist, Agricultural Biotechnology and Sh. S. K. Parey, Senior Technical Officer. Beginning from the demonstrations of conservation agriculture fields, followed by the […]

Haryana Farmer’s Learn Mushroom Cultivation Practice’s at PAU

Aiming to bolster diversification via horticulture and auxiliary occupations, a 20-member delegation comprising farmers and officials from the Horticulture Training Institute, Uchani village, Karnal district in Haryana, visited the Skill Development Centre at the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. Dr Rupinder Kaur, Associate Director (Skill Development), said that this one-day training course presented a comprehensive overview of […]

PAU – FASC Hoshiarpur Concludes Six-Day Organic Farming Training

Punjab Agricultural University’s Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC) in Hoshiarpur (Gangian) successfully concluded a six-day training program focused on ‘Organic Farming,’ held from February 26 to March 2, 2024. Organized under the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, in collaboration with PAMETI, PAU Campus Ludhiana, the initiative aimed to equip rural youth with essential knowledge […]

35 Flower Grower’s Attend Training Camp

A total of 35 farmers attended the monthly training camp of PAU Flower Growers Club at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. Experts Dr Devinder Tiwari, Dr Khusdeep Dharni and Dr Ranjit Singh explained starting and running of farmer-producer organization (FPO), marketing practices and legal FPOs, and marigold cultivation in summers, respectively. Dr Kuldeep Singh, Head, […]

Flower Show at PAU Concludes on a High Note, Presents Floral Beauty at its Best

Amid a delicate blend of myriad hues and sweet fragrance, a two-day “Dr MS Randhawa Annual Flower Show and Competition” concluded at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. The show, organised by the Department of Floriculture and Landscaping in association with the Estate Organization, presented an eternal beauty of the nature as well as the floral […]

PAU Expert’s Sensitize Farmer’s on Judicious use of Water

As a part of the initiative “Sensitizing farming families for sustainable water use behaviour,” the Department of Extension Education and Communication Management, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a training session at Boparai Kalan village. Led by Dr Ritu Mittal Gupta, Senior Scientist, and Dr Preeti Sharma, Assistant Professor, the programme aimed to foster awareness and […]

ICAR-CIWA Organised Capacity Building cum Demonstration pogramme on “Empowerment of Farm Women Through Small Scale Livestock and poultry production and Distribution of Inputs to SC Women Farmers

ICAR- Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar organized a skill based capacity building cum demonstration pogramme on “Empowering of Farm Women through small scale poultry and goatery” on 9th February 2024 at Srirampur, Balipatna, Khordha, Odisha, under SCSP programme. Dr Biswanath Sahoo, Pr. Scientist explained about the importance of small animals and poultry among […]

ICAR-CIWA Organized Krushi Fair -2024 at Balanga, Nimapara, Puri

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar organized Krushi Fair-2024 at Balanga Panchayat, Puri district of Odisha on 24 January 2024. The Chief Guest in the Krushi Fair, Hon’ble Member of Odisha Legislative Assembly, Nimapara, Puri and former Minister of Education (School and Mass Education), Govt. of Odisha Shri. Samir Ranjan Dash inaugurated the programme […]

ICAR-CIWA and MANAGE, Hyderabad On-line Collaborative Training Programme

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar in collaboration with MANAGE, Hyderabad organized an on-line collaborative Training Programme on “Gender-Sensitive Agri-Horti based Dimensions for addressing Livelihood, Nutrition and Entrepreneurship” during 15-19 January, 2024. The training programme was intended to enhance the knowledge and skill of extension functionaries on gender sensitive approaches and technologies in agriculture […]

ICAR RCER Organized Workshop cum Farmers Scientist Interaction Meet at Chotka Dhakaich, Buxar

An inaugural workshop cum Farmer Scientist Interaction was organized by ICAR-RCER, Patna in collaboration with ICAR-ATARI, Patna under the collaborative project entitled “Development of zero hunger and zero technology gap village through innovative interventions” at Chotka Dhakaich Village, Simri, Buxar on 12th March, 2024. Chief Guest of the event Dr. Anup Das, Director, ICARRCER, Patna, […]

Awareness-Cum-Demonstration Programme on “Application of agro-chemical in Rabi Crops Through Drone Technology” in Nalanda and Sheikhpura District of Bihar

Awareness-cum-Demonstration Programme on “Application of agro-chemical in rabi crops through drone technology” was organised at Dasturpar and Dayamchak village of Nalanda district and Babhanbigha village of Sheikhpura district of Bihar during 24-25 th February, 2024. Live demonstrations of spraying of agro-chemical through drone were conducted on rabicrop such as wheat, mustard, lentil, pigeon pea and […]

Awareness-Cum-Demonstration of Mushroom Cultivation Under PRAYAS Funded by Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP)

A team of Scientists from ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna of PRAYAS Group organized an Awareness-cum-Demonstration of Mushroom Cultivation on 26th February 2024 at Hatinada village, Baghmundi block, Ajodhya Hills, Purulia, West Bengal. The main objective of Mushroom cultivation for Hatinada village was to create awareness among Tribal farmers specially women group to […]

Awareness-Cum-Demonstration Programme on “Application of Agro-Chemical in Rabi Crops through Drone Technology” in Buxardistrict of Bihar and Mirzapur District of Eastern Uttar Pradesh

Awareness-cum-Demonstration programme on “Application of agro-chemical in rabi crops through drone technology” was organised at KVK Buxar, Bihar; and Bagahi, Bela and Dhanaita villages of Mirzapur district, Eastern UP during 29 th February, 2024 to 3rd March, 2024. Live demonstrations of spraying of agro-chemical through drone were conducted on rabicrop such as wheat, gram, banana […]

Farmers cum Awareness Programme in Dipuji Jan Pam Village of Kamrup (M) District, Assam

ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna organised one day training cum farmers’ awareness programme under SCSP component of network project on Buffalo improvement program on 27th February 2024 in Dipuji Jan Pam village of Kamrup (M) district, Guwahati. A team of four Scientists Dr. Kamal Sarma, HoD and Principal Scientist, Dr. Narayan Bhakta, Principal […]

Five days (8-12 January, 2024) Training-Cum-Demonstration Programme on “Application of Agro-Chemical in Rabi Crops Through Drone Technology” in Buxar District

A five days Training-cum-Demonstration Programme on “Application of agro-chemical in rabi crops through drone technology” was organised at KVK, Buxar; Ekderwa, Gerua Bandh and Kukudha villages of Buxar district of Bihar during 8-12 January 2024. Live demonstrations of spraying of agro-chemical (nano urea) through drone were conducted on rabi crop such as wheat, gram, mustard […]

Researchers Join Hands to Identify Potential Lablab Bean Traits

Recognizing the significance of participatory research in promoting inclusivity and generating meaningful, sustainable outcomes, ICAR-RCER, Patna, took the lead in initiating a participatory identification process for useful lablab bean genotypes. The aim was to assist researchers in identifying trait-specific lablab bean lines with consumer acceptability. Under this project Genetic Enhancement of selected Vegetable Legumes for […]

ICAR-CIFRI-Organized Satellite Symposium on Riverine Fisheries Management : 13th IFAF

A satellite symposium on “Riverine Fisheries, Habitat Mapping, and Environmental Health” was conducted at the 13th Inland Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum (IFAF) in Kolkata, West Bengal, on February 25, 2024. The symposium was organized under the sponsorship of the elite Namami Gange banner of the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), Ministry of Jal Sakti, […]

CIFRI Organized ‘Farmers and DoF Conclave’ at Biswa Bangla Convention Centre

The ‘Farmers and Department of Fisheries (DoF) conclave was held on 23rd February 2024 as part of the 13th Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum (13th IFAF) at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre in Kolkata, West Bengal. The conclave brought together a diverse array of stakeholders, experts, and policymakers to deliberate on strategies for the upliftment and […]

Awareness-Cum-Demonstration Programme on “Application of Agro-Chemical in Rabi Crops Through Drone Technology” in Patna, Nalanda and Sheikhpura District of Bihar

Awareness-cum-Demonstration Programme on “Application of agro-chemical in rabi crops through drone technology” was organised at Nizampur village of Patna district, Bari Aant village of Nalanda district and Babhanbigha village of Sheikhpura district of Bihar during 12- 15th February, 2024. Live demonstrations of spraying of agro-chemical (nano urea) through drone were conducted on rabi crop such […]

Awareness-Cum-Input Distribution Programme on ‘Indigenous Ornamental Fish Culture and Breeding’ Held at ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Regional Centre, Guwahati

The ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI), Regional Centre, Guwahati organized an awareness-cum-input distribution programme on “Indigenous ornamental fish culture and breeding” at the Centre on 29 February, 2024. With the objective of creating awareness on indigenous ornamental fishes of Northeast and the importance of developing its breeding protocol, a total of 4 FRP tanks […]

FASC Kapurthala Empowers Farmer’s with Training Camp on CRM and Balanced Fertilizations

Farmers’ Agricultural Service Centre (FASC), Kapurthala, in collaboration with the Co-operative Society, Talwandi Chowdrian, organized a training camp on CRM and Balanced Fertilization for Better Soil and Crop Health and Sustainable Productivity on 28.02.2024. The event witnessed the participation of approximately 100 farmers eager to enhance their agricultural knowledge and practices. The chief guest, Sardar […]

KVK Bathinda Host’s Field Day on Surface Seeder Technology

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bathinda, organized a highly informative field day on 29.02.2024 surface seeder technology at village Deon, in district Bathinda. The event was part of the Consortium for Scaling up Climate-Smart Agriculture in South Asia (C-SUCSeS) initiative. Dr Gurdeep Singh, Deputy Director (Training), discussed the project’s mandates and emphasized the significance of surface […]

PAU Inks Pact with Patiala-Based Firm for Sugarcane Juice Bottling Technology

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) signed its 22nd Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Mr Ripudaman Singh, Royal Sugarcane (India) Private Limited, Rajpura, Patiala, for the commercialization of sugarcane juice bottling technology. Dr Ajmer Singh Dhatt, Director of Research, PAU; and Mr Ripudaman Singh signed the pact as per which the University has offered non-exclusive rights to […]

KVK, Amritsar Hosts Natural Farming Training Camp in Bhagwan Village

On February 27, 2024, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Amritsar, organized a training camp on natural farming in Bhagwan Village, Block Majitha, as part of the ‘Out Scaling of Natural Farming through Krishi Vigyan Kendra’s’ project. Dr Astha, Associate Professor (Plant Protection), provided comprehensive insights into the core principles and practical applications of natural farming. She […]

34 Farmer’s Attend Organic Farming Course at PAU

In a bid to promote residue-free production, Skill Development Centre of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organised a five-day training course on “Organic Farming” in which 34 farmers participated. The course was held under the leadership of Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education. The main objective of this course was to motivate the small and […]

Mahindra and Mahindra Enlightens PAU Agri-Engineers on Tractor Industry Dynamic’s

In a bid to foster a symbiotic relationship between corporate and academic expertise, Mahindra and Mahindra (Swaraj Division) organised a lecture on 23.02.2024 “Indian Tractor Industry and Tractor Development Process” at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). This insightful session, conducted to bridge the gap between the corporate leadership and the innovative minds, aimed at instilling a […]

KVK Fatehgarh Sahib Hosts Farmers’ Meet on Climate Change and Sustainable Farming Practices

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Fatehgarh Sahib, in collaboration with the Department of Climate Change and Agricultural Meteorology, organized a Farmers’ Meet at village Shadipur on February 21, 2024—the event aimed to address climate change concerns and promote sustainable farming practices among farmers. Mrs Reet Verma, Assistant Professor (Plant Protection), extended a warm welcome to the […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Conducts’ Vocational Training on Goat Farming to Empower Farmer’s

In its continued commitment to promote subsidiary occupations among farmers, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bahowal, Hoshiarpur, under the guidance of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, organized a vocational training programme on goat farming from February 12th to 16th, 2024—the training aimed to equip farmers with essential skills and knowledge in goat farming. Dr Parminder Singh, […]

Winter School on “Crop Residue Management and Regenerative Agriculture” Concludes at PAU

As many as 17 agricultural Scientists attended the Winter School on Crop Residue Managements regenerative agriculture machinery that concluded at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), today. At the valedictory ceremony, Dr Seema Jaggi, Additional Director General, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, in her message, lauded the remarkable contribution of PAU to the research and development […]

ICAR Sponsored Winter School on Floriculture Culminates, Transmute Floriculture into Floribusiness: PAU Expert to Trainees

The ICAR sponsored 21-day Winter School on “Approaches for Doubling Farmer’s Income Through Viable Avenues in Floriculture,” organized by the Department of Floriculture and Landscaping, culminated at the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). The guests, faculty, participants, research fellows and the students were apprised of varied aspects of floriculture through lectures and field visits to different […]

1st Pomegranate Consignment from ICAR-NRC on Pomegranate USA

ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate, Solapur, initiated the first sea shipment of 12.6 tonnes of irradiated pomegranate fruits from India to the USA in collaboration with Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority, New Delhi, National Plant Protection Organization, New Delhi, Maharashtra State Agriculture Marketing Board, Government of Maharashtra, and INI Farms Pvt. Ltd […]

National Science Day Observed as ‘Open Day’ by ICAR-NRCB

ICAR-National Research Centre for Banana, Tiruchirappalli, hosted an ‘Open Day,’ to mark the celebration of National Science Day to promote science and technology, with the focal theme ‘Indigenous Technologies for Viksit Bharat’, today. Dr. P. Paramaguru, Dean, Horticultural College and Research Institute for Women, Tiruchirappalli, was the Chief Guest to the programme. Dr. R. Selvarajan, […]

The First-Ever Captive Spawning and Larval Production of Bengal Yellowfin Seabream

Bengal yellowfin seabream, (Acanthopagrus datnia) a member of the Sparidae family, is a popular white tender meat in the Bay of Bengal region. The demand and market price of this product are significantly high, reaching Rs. 300-400/kg. The lack of quality seeds hindered its aquaculture expansion, limiting its cultivation to traditional Bheries of West Bengal. […]

ICAR-DPR Hyderabad Celebrates its 37th Foundation Day

ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research, Hyderabad celebrated its 1st March 2024 ,37th Institute Foundation Day today. The Chief Guest, Dr. P. Chandra Shekara, Director General, MANAGE, Hyderabad, highlighted the directorate’s role in rural chicken variety development, technology development, and extension activities. He emphasized the need for more farmer training and translating research to the field for […]

Arka Raised Bed Onion Bulblet Planter

Onion (Allium cepa L.) a significant commercial vegetable crop in India, is divided into three types: common onion, small common onion, and multiplier onion. Multiplier onions, 5-6 bulblets clumping, are cultivated in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, South Karnataka, parts of Odisha, and Kerala. They are planted with stored multiplier onions for up to 6 months. […]

Poultry Distribution-Cum-Awareness Programme on the Scientific Management of Poultry

ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, organised a poultry distribution-cum-awareness programme on scientific management of backyard poultry in the tribal villages of Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh on 3rd-4th March 2024 under the Scheduled Tribe Plan, in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Vizianagaram. Dr. T. S. S. K. Patro, Programme Co-Ordinator, ICAR-KVK, inaugurated the input […]

Vet Varsity to Organize Pashu Palan Mela

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana will organize two days Pashu Palan Mela on March 14 & 15. Dr Parkash Singh Brar, Director of Extension Education said that there is huge enthusiasm among the farmers to participate in this mela as evident from queries of farmers. In the Pashu Palan Mela the […]

Krishi Mela-cum-Krishak Sanghosti on Soil Health and Plant Nutrient Management

ICAR- Indian Institute of Soil Science, Bhopal, organised Krishi Mela-cum-Krishak Sangosthi on Soil Health and Plant Nutrient Management from 27th-29th February 2024 at KVK Surgi, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. Krishi Mela-cum-Krishak Sanghosti on Soil Health and Plant Nutrient Management Krishi Mela-cum-Krishak Sanghosti on Soil Health and Plant Nutrient Management The Chief Guest, Shri Santosh Pandey, Member […]

Poultry Health: Current Challenges and Future Strategies

ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research, Hyderabad, in collaboration with the Association of Avian Health Professionals, Hyderabad, organised the 5th Biennial Poultry Health Conference and National Symposium, on the theme ‘Poultry Health: Current Challenges and Future Strategies’, on 23rd-24th February 2024. Poultry Health: Current Challenges and Future Strategies Poultry Health: Current Challenges and Future Strategies The Chief […]

Goat Distribution-Cum-Demonstration Programme

ICAR- Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, organised a goat distribution programme 22nd February 2024 under the Scheduled Tribe Component Programme. Each farmer was provided a pair of male and female Konkan Kanyal goats and 10 Kg feed.   Dr. Parveen Kumar, Director, ICAR-CCARI, highlighted the STC scheme and how it benefits the farmers. He […]

National Workshop of the ARYA Project

ICAR- Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Patna organised a 2-day 22nd-23rd February 2024, National Workshop of the ARYA project today at Bodhgaya, Bihar. Dr. U. S. Gautam, Deputy Director General (Agricultural Extension)ICAR, highlighted the need for employment and income generation for rural youth. He also cited low profitability, drudgery of farm operations, poor quality of […]

National Potato Festival 2024

ICAR-Central Potato Research Institute, Regional Station, Modipuram, Meerut, organized ‘National Potato Festival-2024,’ on 9th-10th March, 2024. The festival aimed to promote awareness about the latest technologies in potato production and its nutritional significance while addressing the challenges of the future. The Chief Guest, Dr. Sanjay Kumar Singh, Deputy Director General (Horticulture Science), emphasised the significance […]

Workshop for Government Officials and Extension Functionaries on “Grassland and Pasture Management”

About the institute ICAR-IGFRI, is mandated to conduct basic, strategic, applied and adaptive research; development and training in forage production and it’s utilization. The Institute has highly experienced and internationally trained human resources engaged in needled, participatory, inter-disciplinary approaches. With more than 63 years of experience in forage research and development, IGFRI today stands as […]

PAU Empowers Punjab Farmer’s with Grassroots’ Innovator’s Program

The Communication Centre, PAU, under the Directorate of Extension Education, hosted a special session today for farmers on the Grassroots Innovators of Punjab (GRIP) programme initiated by the Punjab State Council for Science and Technology. The session, held at the Dr Khem Singh Gill Farmers Service Centre, saw participation from state farmers, scientists from PAU, […]

KVK Amritsar Empowers Farmer’s with Goat Farming Training

A seven days vocational training course on ‘Goat Farming’ was organized under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, Ludhiana at KVK, Amritsar from 12.02.2024 to 20.02.2024 in which 70 farmers/farm women and rural youth from the districts of Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Gurdaspur and Kapurthala participated. The training course was organized under the […]

PAU Ludhiana Host’s Jammu and Kashmir Farmer’s for Educational Visit on Mushroom Cultivation

Under the guidance of Dr Makhan Singh Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, the Directorate of Extension Education at Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, organized a two-day training and educational visit on February 19-20, 2024. A group of 40 farmers, accompanied by three officials from the Department of Agriculture Production and Farmers Welfare, District Ganderbal, Jammu and […]

KVK Kapurthala Hosts Farmer-Scientist Interface to Introduce High-Yield Potato Varieties

The Kapurthala district of Punjab, renowned for its potato seed production, witnessed a dynamic collaboration between farmers and scientists at a Farmer-Scientist Interface organized by the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) on February 16, 2024. The event, held at the KVK campus, aimed to introduce two new high-yield potato varieties, PP-101 and PP-102, developed by the […]

Vet Varsity to hold Athletic Meet

All the arrangements have been made to organize the 16th Athletic Meet of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University.Ludhiana. This information was shared by Dr. J P S Gill, Director Students’ welfare of Vet Varsity. While informing about the event he said that Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Vice Chancellor will inaugurate the meet on […]

KVK Fatehgarh Sahib Empowers Youth with Beekeeping Vocational Training

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Fatehgarh Sahib hosted a transformative five-day vocational training course on beekeeping from February 12th to 16th, 2024. Nineteen rural youth, hailing from various villages in the district, participated in this programme. Dr Vipan Kumar Rampal, the Associate Director (Training), outlined the KVK’s commitment to empowering farmers through diverse training initiatives. He […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Hosts Awareness Camp on Yellow Rust Disease Management

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Hoshiarpur, in collaboration with the Department of Plant Pathology at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, organized an awareness camp to tackle the yellow rust disease in wheat. Held on February 15, 2024, at the KVK premises, the event drew experts, farmers, and farmwomen eager to enhance their understanding of agricultural challenges […]

Beekeeping Training Course Concludes, Delhi Farmers Visit PAU

A five-day training course on “Beekeeping,” conducted jointly by the Skill Development Centre and the Department of Entomology, concluded at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. The course, organized under the supervision of Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, was attended by 40 farmers and farm women. Meanwhile, a cluster of 25 farmers from New […]

ICAR-NBPGR, New Delhi Organized a Two-Day Camp for Agriculture Awareness-Cum-Beneficiary Delivery Programme Under the SCSP Scheme of the Govt of India in Dalpur village of Chhatna, distt Bankura, West Bengal

ICAR-NBPGR, New Delhi organized a two-day camp (8-9, February, 2024) for Agriculture awareness-cum-Beneficiary delivery programme under the SCSP scheme of the Govt of India in collaboration with the winners of Plant Genome Savior Community Award (2020-21) conferred by the Honourable President of India, the Shree Shree Gyanananda Saraswati Ashram in Dalpur village of Chhatna, distt […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur Host’s Field Day to Showcase Gobhi Sarson Cultivation

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bahowal, Hoshiarpur, in collaboration with the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, and ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana, organized a field day in village Khanpur on February 14, 2024, to spotlight the success of cluster frontline demonstrations and promote canola gobhi sarson cultivation in the region. Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training) at […]

FASC Gurdaspur Facilitates Farmer-Scientist Interaction on Rabi Crop Disease Management

Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC), Gurdaspur, in collaboration with the Department of Plant Pathology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, and Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Gurdaspur, organized a comprehensive Farmer-Scientist interaction on the effective management of diseases in Rabi crops, with a special focus on combating yellow rust in wheat. Held on February 12, 2024, at […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehghar Sahib Empowers Rural Women with Poultry Farming Insights

In an effort to enhance nutrition security and economic empowerment among rural women, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Fatehgarh Sahib, organized an exposure visit to the Poultry Research Farm at Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana. This initiative, conducted under the project ‘Nutrition Security and Economic Empowerment of Rural Women through Backyard […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Empowers Farmer’s with Natural Farming Training

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, hosted a two-day training programme on Natural Farming in the village of Birampur in the Hoshiarpur district on February 9th and 10th, 2024. Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training) at KVK Bahowal (Hoshiarpur), welcomed the trainees and provided insights into the various ongoing activities of the KVK, emphasizing the […]

KVK Langroya Empowers Farmer’s with Natural Farming Techniques

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Langroya, and Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar conducted a two-day training session on Natural Farming at Birowal village on February 8th and 9th, 2024. The event witnessed the participation of 40 enthusiastic farmers and farmwomen eager to delve into sustainable agricultural practices. The first day commenced with a warm welcome from Assistant Professor […]

Scientist-Farmer Interaction in Khiala Kalan Empowers Farmer’s with Vegetable Science Insights

In a collaborative effort between the Farmer and Scientist Community (FASC) in Amritsar and the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Amritsar, a pivotal interaction unfolded at village Khiala Kalan, focusing on the intricacies of vegetable cultivation. Over 50 farmers converged to engage with experts, delving into the challenges and solutions surrounding vegetable crops. Dr Narinderpal Singh, […]

ICAR-CIFT Organizes Training Programme to Empower North Eastern Fisheries Sector

ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technologies, Kochi, organised a 5-day Training Programme in collaboration with ICAR-ATARI, Umiam on ‘Advances in Fish Harvest and Post-Harvest Technologies,’ from 12th to 16th February 2024 at Kochi. The training programme aimed to enhance the knowledge and skills of participants in various aspects of fisheries, particularly focusing on harvest and post-harvest […]

Training Programme on ‘One Health Approach for Surveillance and Diagnosis of Priority Zoonotic Diseases

The ICAR-National Research Centre on Equines a 5-day training program on ‘One Health Approach for Surveillance and Diagnosis of Priority Zoonotic Diseases’ from 19th-23rd February 2024, which attracted 35 participants from Punjab and Haryana, including 21 medical officers, 9 veterinary officers, and 5 laboratory technicians. The Chief Guest, Prof. Narsi Ram Bishnoi, Vice Chancellor, Guru […]

PAU Develops Cost-Effective and User-Friendly Protection Kit for Stored Pulses

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has developed an economically viable method to organically manage storage insect-pests of pulses, packed in Low Density Polyethylene used by the retailers. A team of four scientists comprising Dr Manpreet Kaur Saini, Dr MS Alam, Dr Surekha Bhatia and Dr Anjali Sidhu from the Department of Processing and Food Engineering, […]

Empowering Farm Women Vocational Trainings on Beekeeping by KVK Bathinda

In a bid to empower farm women with valuable skills and knowledge, four consecutive vocational trainings on beekeeping were conducted, proving to be a transformative experience for 270 participants. Spanning from January 18, 2024, to February 9, 2024, each training session lasted five days, offering comprehensive insights into the art and science of apiculture. These […]

TEC ICAR-IVRI Pune Organized One-Day Training on “Integrated Livestock Farming for Livelihood Improvement” at Pilkhod village of Jalgaon District (Maharashtra) under TSP Programme

Training and Education Centre, ICAR-IVRI Pune in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Jalgaon, Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA) Jalgaon, State Animal Husbandry Department (Government of Maharashtra) and Krishi Tantra Vidyalaya, Pilkhod organized one-day training on “Integrated Livestock Farming for Livelihood Improvement” at Pilkhod, Taluka – Chalisgaon, Jalgaon District (Maharashtra) under TSP programme on 27th February […]

ERS, ICAR- IVRI, Kolkata Organized NEH Programme and Distributed Inputs at Khowai, Tripura

Eastern Regional Station, ICAR-IVRI, Kolkata through its North-Eastern Hill (NEH) programme organized “Training-cum-Awareness Programme on Scientific Pig Farming” and distributed piglets, feed and  veterinary medicines to  beneficiaries under IVRI-NEH Programme, which may help in livelihood generation and overall well-being of the resource poor beneficiaries of the region. The programme was organized in collaboration with Krishi […]

Transfer of Two Vaccine Technologies of ICAR-IVRI to M/s Hester Biosciences, Ahmedabad

Two vaccine technologies of ICAR-IVRI, namely Live Attenuated Peste Des Petits Ruminants (PPR) and Goatpox Combined Vaccine, and Subviral Particle Based Infectious Bursal Disease Vaccine for Chicken were transferred to M/s Hester Biosciences, Ahmedabad on 28.02.2024 at Agrinnovate (AgIn), ICAR, New Delhi. The PPR-GoatPox combined vaccine was transferred with licensing terms of Rs 65 Lakh […]

The Kisan Mela and Input Distribution Programme was Organised under Development Action Plan for Scheduled Tribes (DAPST) at Khatima Block of Uddham Singh Nagar, UK by ICAR-IVRI, Izatnagar

ICAR-IVRI organized Kisan mela and input distribution program for tribal farmers of Naugawa Thago village in Khatima Block, Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand under TSP programme on 26 Feb., 2024. A total of 120 farmers (80 female) actively participated in kisan mela and exhibition was displayed reflecting technologies of ICAR-IVRI. Under the input distribution […]

“Package and Storage of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables”

Date: 06.03.2024 Last date for receipt of application: 05.03.2024. Venue: Committee Room Course Director: Dr. Bhuvaneswari S. Course Co-Directors: Dr. D. V. Sudhakar Rao & Dr. Vijay Rakesh Reddy NHF2024 Course Co-Ordinator’s: Dr. M. Thangam, Dr. Dhananjaya M. V., CEO, BESST-HORT, Dr. Kalaivanan D. Treasurer, BESST-HORT & BESST-HORT Team. Objectives of the training To impart […]

Workshop on Hi-Tech Farming Technique’s (Hydroponics and Vertical Farming)

Objectives of the Workshop: To impart training on Hi-tech farming techniques in different Horticultural crops To familiarize the participants about hydroponics. vertical farming terrace gardening. aeroponics. aquaponics, To encourage farming in urban and peri-urban spaces Date: 6th March 2024 Time : 10.30 am-4.30 pm Mode of training: Offline Venue: Centre of Excellence – Protected Cultivation […]

PAU Warns Wheat Grower’s of Stripe Rust Attack’s, Urges to Monitor Field’s

Cautioning the wheat growers against the incidence of stripe rust, the experts of the Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics (PBG) as well as the Department of Plant Pathology (PP), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), have advised to monitor the wheat fields regularly for this disease. As per the survey conducted by the scientists from PAU, […]

Eastern Regional Station, ICAR- IVRI, Kolkata, Organized NEH Programme at KVK-Gyaba, Geyzing, Sikkim

Eastern Regional Station (ERS), ICAR-IVRI, Kolkata under its North-Eastern and Hill (NEH) programme organized “Training-cum-Awareness on Scientific Pig Farming” and also collected baseline data of beneficiaries in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK)-Gyaba, Geyzing district on 21.02.2024. A total of 75 beneficiaries mainly from Nayabusty, Tikjeck, Sindrang, Yangsum villages of Geyzing district actively participated in […]

Training on Tools and Techniques for Risk Management in Crops

Background ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture (CRIDA), Hyderabad is proud to announce a training program on “Tools and techniques for risk management in crops” sponsored by NRM, ICAR, New Delhi. Various tools & techniques are available for crop production & protection to mitigate and manage the risks in crops. Monitoring of weather, soil-health assessment, […]

Hands on Training on Basic and Advanced Techniques for Bacterial and Fungal Disease Diagnosis

Important Dates Last Date of Registration: February 29, 2024 Intimation of shortlisted candidates: March 04, 2024 Commencement of workshop: March 11, 2024 About ICAR-IVRI: Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) established in the year 1889, is one of the premier research institutions dedicated to livestock research and development in the country. The Institute has a major […]

ICAR-CRIDA organizes the Skill Development Programme for Farmers on Emerging Rainfed Technologies for Sustainable Livelihood

12th-16th February 2024, Hyderabad ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hyderabad, organised a 5-day skill development Programme for Farmers on Emerging Rainfed Technologies for Sustainable Livelihood from 12th-16th February 2024 at ICAR-CRIDA, Hyderabad under SC Sub-Plan.   The Chief Guest, Dr. V. K. Singh, Director, ICAR-CRIDA, highlighted the emerging rainfed technologies. He also stressed the […]

ICAR-IISWC Organizes Training for Farmers on Fisheries Technologies and Opportunities

ICAR- Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Dehradun, organised a Farmers’ training on fisheries technologies and opportunities in Uttarakhand today. The second batch of the training is scheduled from 14th-18th February 2024, sponsored by the Directorate of Uttarakhand State Fisheries Department, Dehradun, under the Department’s Tribal Sub-Plan scheme.   Dr. M. Madhu, Director of […]

Valedictory Programme of the CAFT Training on Novel Feed Resources to Augment Livestock Production, Health and Welfare was Held at Animal Nutrition Division

“Enhancement of Livestock Production, Health and Welfare” in the Department of Animal Nutrition, Indian Veterinary Research Institute. A 21-day training program on new feed resources concluded today.  The program is being held in different parts of the country, Maharashtra, Orissa, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab and Uttar Pradesh,22 scientists and professors […]

Training on “Composting of Farm/Kitchen Wastes”

Date: 05.03.2024 & 07.03.2024 Time of training: 10.00 am to 5.00 pm Last date of receipt of application: 04.03.2024 Venue: Committee Room, Administrative Building, ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru Course Director: Dr. G. Selvakumar, Principal Scientist Course Co-Director: Dr. D. Kalaivanan, Senior Scientist Course Co-Ordinator’s: Dr. M.V. Dhananjaya CEO, BESST-HORT & Team Objectives of the training • To […]

“Soilless Culture/Cocoponics for Terrace/Roof Top/Vertical Gardening”

Date: 5-7 March, 2024 One day training will be there on all 3 days of NHF 2024 Participants can opt for training on any one day between 5″ to 7th March, 2024 Time of training: 9.30 AM to 5:30 PM Last date of receipt of application: 04.03.2024 Venue: Video Conference Room, Admin Building, ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru […]

National Horticulture Fair 2024

Nextgen Technology Led Horticulture for Sustainable Development The theme of the National Horticulture Fair 2024, “NextGen Technology Led Horticulture for Sustainable Development” focuses on showcasing and promoting the integration of cutting-edge technologies in horticultural practices. It includes innovations like smart irrigation, controlled environment farming and vertical farming, optimizing resource use and enhancing crop yields while […]

ICAR-NRCG Organizes Capacity Building Programme

13th – 15th February 2024, Pune ICAR- National Research Centre for Grapes, Pune in collaboration with FSSAI and APEDA organized a 3-day capacity-building programme from 13th – 15th February 2024. The programme was presided by Dr. Kaushik Banerjee, Director, ICAR-NRCG   The event highlighted the importance of establishing green laboratories for various analyses and the […]

Capacity-Building-Cum-Awareness and Fishery-Input Distribution

16th February 2024, Ayodhya ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources, Lucknow, organised a Capacity-building-cum-Awareness and Fishery-input distribution programme for the skill development of Scheduled Caste fish farmers under the SCSP component today in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Masodha under Acharya Narendra Dev University of Agriculture and Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya.  The Chief Guest, Dr. Bijendra […]

ICAR-CRIDA Organizes the Skill Development Programme for Farmers on Emerging Rainfed Technologies for Sustainable Livelihood

12th-16th February 2024, Hyderabad ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hyderabad, organised a 5-day skill development Programme for Farmers on Emerging Rainfed Technologies for Sustainable Livelihood from 12th-16th February 2024 at ICAR-CRIDA, Hyderabad under SC Sub-Plan. The Chief Guest, Dr. V. K. Singh, Director, ICAR-CRIDA, highlighted the emerging rainfed technologies. He also stressed the need […]

ICAR-CIPHET Organizes Groundnut-Based Product Training

ICAR-Central Institute of Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology, Ludhiana, organised a 1-day training programme on the processing of groundnut for milk and paneer for 38 women beneficiaries from five Self Help Groups across various villages in Jalandhar district, Punjab today. The initiative was conducted under the SCSP Scheme, in collaboration with Municipal Corporation, Jalandhar. The program […]

ICAR-NBPGR, New Delhi Organized a Two-Day Camp (8-9, February, 2024) for Agriculture awareness-cum-Beneficiary delivery programme under the SCSP scheme of the Govt of India in Dalpur village of Chhatna, distt Bankura, West Bengal

“ICAR-NBPGR, New Delhi organized a two-day camp (8-9, February, 2024) for Agriculture awareness-cum-Beneficiary delivery programme under the SCSP scheme of the Govt of India in collaboration with the winners of Plant Genome Savior Community Award (2020-21) conferred by the Honorable President of India, the Shree Shree Gyanananda Saraswati Ashram in Dalpur village of Chhatna, distt […]

Plant Genetic Resources (PGR) Awareness cum Benefit Delivery Programme Organized by ICAR-NBPGR Regional Station at Mukunoor Village, RR Dist., Telangana under SC Sub Project

“In Telangana, Ranga Reddy district has good number of SC farmers (652,042) and with 12.5% with respect to their population. This district is endowed with good agricultural lands and holds promise as far as crop genetic diversity is concerned. These SC farmers made significant contribution in farming and used to cultivate different landraces/ traditional cultivars […]

Training Programme on Plant Genetic Resources of Karbi Anglong Organized by ICAR-NBPGR, New Delhi at AAU-ZRS, Diphu, Assam

“Training Programme for the farmers of Karbi Anglong, Assam was organized by ICAR-NBPGR on “Plant Genetic Resources of Karbi Anglong: Conservation and Utilization for Enhancing Rural Income” under North Eastern Hill SubPlan at AAU-Zonal Research Station, Diphu, Assam on 29.01.2024. The programme was sponsored by the ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources and organized at […]

PAU Punjab Black Beauty Carrot Variety Steals the Show at Kapurthala Field Day

In a concerted effort to promote innovative agricultural practices, the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Kapurthala, under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, organized a field day showcasing the remarkable attributes of the carrot variety “Punjab Black Beauty” in the fields of Churrpur village on February 8, 2024. Kapurthala, […]

KVK, Hoshiarpur Empowers Farmer’s with Subsidiary Occupation’s Training Camp

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bahowal, Hoshiarpur, and Department of Microbiology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, conducted a comprehensive training camp on subsidiary occupations in Rampur Sainian village, Mahilpur block, on February 6, 2024. Led by experts such as Dr Parminder Singh and Dr Ajaib Singh from KVK, Hoshiarpur, and Dr Shivani Sharma and Dr Prabhjot […]

PAU Imparts Training in Mushroom and Vinegar Production

The Department of Microbiology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a three- day training on “Self-employment and Income Generation through Mushroom, Biofertilizers and Natural Vinegar Production’ at Akalgarh, Ludhiana under Rashtriya Kirshi Vikas Yojna (SCSP). A total of 30 trainees benefited from this training programme. Dr Priya Katyal, Microbiologist and Dr Keshani, Extension Scientist (Microbiology), trained the participants […]

Review Meeting for Two-Day Research Work Organized at ICAR-CSWRI, Avikanagar.

A two-day (22 to 23 February) review meeting for the research work of the Research Advisory Committee started today at ICAR-Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute (CSWRI), Avikanagar. Review meeting for two-day research work organized at ICAR-CSWRI, Avikanagar. Review meeting for two-day research work organized at ICAR-CSWRI, Avikanagar. Dr. Vishnu Sharma, Chairman, Research Advisory Committee […]

Fish is the Ultimate Stakeholder in The Fisheries sector: Shri Parshottam Rupala

ICAR – Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore, organised the13th Indian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum from 23rd-25th February 2024, in collaboration with the Asian Fisheries Society Indian Branch, Inland Fisheries Society of India, and the Professional Fisheries Graduates Forum, in Kolkata. The forum aims to foster a brighter, more resilient future for Indian fisheries and […]

Capacity Development, and Fishery-input Distribution by ICAR-NBFGR

ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources, Lucknow, in association with Hemnagar Sundarban Dream, West Bengal organised a stakeholder meet-cum-awareness programme under the guidance of Dr. U. K. Sarkar, Director, ICAR-NBFGR. The meeting aimed at community empowerment through sensitization, capacity development, and fishery-input distribution under Scheduled Castes Sub Plan component, at Gangasagar, South 24 Parganas district, […]

India Climate and Development Partners Meet-2024

ICAR- Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, participated in the India Climate and Development Partners Meet-2024 jointly organized by the Government of Goa and World Bank from 20th-21st February 2024 at Panaji, Goa. The government of Goa announced the creation of India’s first blended financing facility, in partnership with the World Bank, to facilitate climate-resilient […]

Satellite Symposium on Fish Genetic Resource and Conservation

ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources, Lucknow, organised a Satellite Symposium on Fish Genetic Resource and Conservation jointly with ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore, Kolkata under the 13th Indian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum today. The event aimed to spotlight the critical role of aquatic genetic resources in sustainable development, conservation efforts, and the innovative […]

ICAR-CCARI Organizes a Capacity-Building Programme on Ornamental Fish Culture

ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, organised a 1-day training programme today on Ornamental Fish culture in association with NABARD.   Dr. A. Raizada, Director-in-charge, ICAR-CCARI, emphasised the importance of Fisheries and Aquaculture for entrepreneurship and livelihood promotion and for providing food and nutrition security. He highlighted the importance of ornamental fish culture in Goa […]

PAU Initiates 21-Day Winter Training Programme on Agri-Machinery for Crop Residue Management

PAU’s Department of Farm Machinery and Power Engineering at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has started a comprehensive 21-day winter training programme focusing on agricultural machinery for effective crop residue management. The event will see participation from representatives of diverse agricultural organizations across various states in India, along with approximately 20 students from PAU and its […]

PAU Hosts Workshop on Advanced Biotechnological Technique’s in Wheat

The Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, is currently hosting a nine-day training workshop from February 1-9, 2024, focusing on “Cloning in E. coli and Agrobacterium for RNAi and CRISPR in wheat.” This comprehensive workshop is part of a jointly funded project by the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council […]

Rajasthan Farmer’s Visit PAU to Gain Hands-on-Skill Expertise

Impressed by the Punjab Agricultural University’s remarkable contribution to the holistic development of agriculture, a group of 50 farmers from Alwar district of Rajasthan visited the Skill Development Centre today to obtain training, gain hands-on-skill expertise and learn about the advanced farm technologies. Conducted under the leadership of Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, […]

“Farmer Awareness Camp on Animal Husbandry” was Organized at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Amritsar

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Amritsar in collaboration with Department of Climate Change and Agro Meteorology, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana organized “Farmer Awareness Camp on Animal Husbandry” on February 5, 2024. About 50 farmer heroes participated in this occasion. The main objective of this camp was to spread awareness among the farmers about maintenance of dairy animals […]

KVK Sangrur Empowers Rural Women’s with Beekeeping Skills Through Vocational Training

Under the auspices of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur, conducted a comprehensive five-day vocational training course on ‘Beekeeping – A Lucrative Subsidiary Occupation, from January 29 to February 2, 2024. A total of 43 farm women beneficiaries from various Self-Help Groups under the Punjab State Rural Livelihood […]

Institute of Biotechnology-PJTSAU, Rajendranagar Concluded Two Weeks Training Program on Biotechnological Tools in Crop Improvement

The Institute of Biotechnology (IBT-PJTSAU) concluded a two weeks training program on Biotechnological tools in crop improvement which was organized from 29.01.2024 to 10.02.2024 at IBT, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad funded by DBT-TSCOST under SVP for faculty development on 10.02.2024. Dr. B. Laxmi Prasanna (Assistant Professor, IBT) Welcomed & Inviting the Guests on to the dais. Dr. […]

A Successful Field Day on Safflower Cultivation and Demonstration of Drone Spraying was Conducted in Adopted Village Mallapur

A successful field day on safflower cultivation and demonstration of Drone spraying was conducted in Adopted Village Mallapur on 10th February 2024. The programme covered Pest scenario in safflower, Recent advances in Plant Protection of Oil seeds, Standard Operating protocols for spraying of Plant protection chemical using Drones, Integrated Crop management practices in safflower for […]

KVK PALEM – Technology and Machinery Demonstration Mela at KVK, Palem

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Palem in collaboration with All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Farm Implements and Machinery, ARI, Rajendranagar organized “Technology and Machinery Demonstration Mela” at KVK, Palem premises on 12.02.2024. Dr.M.Malla Reddy, Associate Director of Research, RARS, Palem mentioned that farm mechanization can reduce the cost of cultivation and increase the productivity […]

ICAR-VPKAS Organizes a Hands-on Training Programme on Apiculture

ICAR- Vivekananda Parvatiya Krishi Anusandhan Sansthan, Almora organised a 2-day Hands-on training program on Apiculture from 08th – 09th February 2024.   Dr. Lakshmi Kant, Director, ICAR-VPKAS, Almora, urged the participants to absorb honey production technology in day-to-day life. He said that this technology is straightforward and a farmer can secure his livelihood by adopting […]

ICAR-DCFR Organizes a 3-day Training on Health Management in Coldwater Fishes

ICAR-Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research organised a 3-day training programme on ‘Health management in Coldwater Fishes’ from 5th – 7th February 2024.   The training programme educated trainees on Coldwater aquaculture diseases and their potential losses. It highlighted the importance of disease management and the disease reporting app ‘Report Fish Disease’. This training equipped trainees […]

Training Programme on Best Management Practices in HDPS Cotton, KVK, Kampasagar

KVK, Palem in collaboration with DAATTC, Palem Jointy organized a Diagnostic Field visit in paddy at Annasagar village of Bhoothpur mandal, Mahabubnagar Dist on 02.02.2024. As per the instructions of Associate Director of Research, a diagnostic team has been constituted (Vide Lr.No.1483/ADR/PLM/Diagnostic team/2023, Date:27.01.2024) to visit Paddy crop at Annasagar village of Bhoothpur mandal, Mahabubnagar […]

ICAR Sponsored Winter School on Advances in Vedic, Natural and Organic Farming in Relation to Pest and Disease Management under Climate Change

Background: Agriculture is faced with array of challenges including loss of biodiversity, chemical contamination of soils, plant pests and diseases, all of which can directly compromise plant productivity and health under the influence of climate-related events such as drought, flood, hailstorms etc. On the other hand, agricultural intensification is expected to enhance to satisfy the […]

Annual Flower Crops and Pollinator’s Conservation

ICAR-Directorate of Floricultural Research, Pune conducted a Field Day on 23rd February 2024, Pune  the theme ‘Annual Flower Crops and Pollinator’s Conservation’. Dr. K.V. Prasad, Director, ICAR-DFR, Pune, emphasized the importance of annual flowers and their role in farm productivity using bee pollination. Dr. Prasad further added that the farmers are focusing on emulating the […]

PAU Workshop Focuses Plant Biodiversity Conservation and Utilization Effort’s

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, hosted a significant workshop today focusing on “Plant Biodiversity: Conservation and Utilization”. The inaugural function, presided over by Dr SS Gosal, the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of PAU, featured the distribution of Biodiversity Awards to ten farmers for their commendable efforts in conserving indigenous/traditional cultivars/landraces. Dr Gosal stressed the need for […]

Nostalgic Moment’s at 1st Alumni Meeting of the College of Horticulture and Forestry

Cheerful spirits, sweet reminiscences and cultural renaissance marked the 1st meet of the Alumni Association of the College of Horticulture and Forestry, Punjab Agricultural University today. Meeting, greeting, and reliving nostalgic moments spent at the college were the goals of this gathering. The oldest alumnus Dr APS Gill, former Professor of Floriculture and consultant APEDA-a […]

Gurdaspur Farmer’s Attend PAU’S Interactive Session on Rabi Crop’s Disease Management

The Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC), Gurdaspur, in collaboration with the Department of Plant Pathology, PAU, Ludhiana, organized a Farmer-Scientist interaction attended by 90 farmers, focused on “Management of diseases in Rabi Crops” at Kotli Thabla village on January 25, 2024. Sh Rajinder Singh Bal, DES (Plant Pathology), FASC, Gurdaspur, welcomed the scientists and farmers, underscoring the […]

Farmer-Scientist Interaction at KVK Fatehghar Sahib Focuses on Integrated Management of Rabi Crop Diseases

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Fatehgarh Sahib, in collaboration with the Department of Plant Pathology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, successfully organized a Farmer-Scientist Interaction programme on January 24, 2024, under the leadership of Dr Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training). The event was attended by 45 farmers from various villages and aimed at addressing the […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Facilitates Collaborative Agricultural Advancements at SAC Meeting

PAU’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, organized a Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) meeting on January 29, 2024. Chaired by Dr Gurjinder Pal Singh Sodhi, Additional Director of Extension Education at PAU, Ludhiana, the meeting welcomed dignitaries, including Dr Kuldip Singh Matttewal, Chief Agriculture Officer, Hoshiarpur and eminent personalities from allied line departments, […]

PAU Organized Citrus Show cum Seminar for Citrus Farmer’s

A Citrus Show Cum Seminar also known as “Kinnow mela” was organized on January 23-24, 2024, at Punjab Agricultural University’s (PAU) Research Station in Abohar, Punjab. The show featured a competition of citrus fruits and products made from them, with over 2,000 entries showcasing the best of the region’s citrus harvest. The event was well-attended […]

FASC Kapurthala Researcher’s Conduct Comprehensive Survey on Impacts of low Temperature on Rabi Crop’s in District

PAU Scientists from FASC Kapurthala recently completed a comprehensive survey examining the impact of low temperatures on Rabi crops in various villages of Kapurthala District. The survey independently covered Bhagatpur, Parvej Nagar, Mand Sangojla, Nawan Pind, Hothian, and Sheikhawala villages. Divulging details, Dr Pardeep Kumar (Incharge FASC cum Sen Extension Scientist) revealed that during the survey, Rabi crops, […]

30 Farmers Trained in Micro-Irrigation System for Vegetable Cultivation AT PAU

The Department of Soil and Water Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), hosted a one-day training event on “Micro-Irrigation System for Vegetable Cultivation” as a part of the Precision Farming Development Centre (PFDC) scheme, sponsored by the National Committee on Precision Agriculture and Horticulture (NCPAH), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare, Government of India, New Delhi. […]

60 Organic Farmer’s Attend Training Camp at PAU

In total, 60 organic growers attended the monthly training camp of PAU Organic Farmers’ Club, organised at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), today under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education. At the camp, Dr SS Walia, Director, School of Organic Farming and Dr Ruma Devi, vegetable science expert, explained integrated organic farming system and agronomic […]

Scientific Advisory Committee Meeting Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ferozepur

Dr. Scientific Advisory Committee meeting on 22.01.2024 at Krishi Science Center of Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana, Ferozepur. It was held under the chairmanship of GPS Sodhi, Additional Director, Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. In this meeting Dr. Kuldeep Singh Director Regional Research Center Faridkot and Dr. RK Singh Professor Krishi Science Center Faridkot attended […]

ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research Bengaluru

The Central Horticultural Experiment Station (CHES), ICAR-IIHR, Bhubaneswar showcased a captivating stall exhibition at ICAR-CIWA, Bhubaneswar on 17thFebruary, 2024 during it’s 29th Foundation Day celebration. The exhibition emanated vibrancy, featuring innovative displays that encapsulated the essence of CHES’s contribution to the farmers’ community. The visitors were enthralled by interactive demonstrations showcasing the latest advancements in horticulture […]

The Delegate Visited the Experimental Fields of Wheat and Barley Breeding Trials and Interacted with IIWBR

16-02-2024 A Delegate from Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research comprising of Dr. Daniel Muleta Fana, Coordinator-National Irrigated Wheat Project,Mr. Hailu Mengistu Biru, Wheat Breeder, Mr. Shimelis Alemayehu Seta Wheat Breeder, and Mr. Lemma Mamo Haile Soil Scientist (Soil Salinity Center) visited IIWBR, Karnal today. The delegate visited the experimental fields of wheat and barley breeding trials […]

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

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% GST per participant comin Core Contents :History of trade organizations: WTO: Structure, WTO and Developing […]

EDP on Advances in Processing and Value Addition of Spices

The valedictory programme of the EDP on ‘Advances in Processing and Value Addition of Spices’ for the trainees from Assam was organized on 16th February 2024 at ICAR – IISR, Kozhikode. Dr. R. Dinesh, Director, ICAR – IISR inaugurated the programme and addressed the participants. 14 entrepreneurs participated in the programme which was sponsored by Assam Agribusiness […]

ICAR-IISR, Displayed Institute’s Technologies and Development Stall in 3 rd International Conference at VSI, Pune

ICAR – Indian Institute of Sugarcane Research, Lucknow (U.P) displayed the Institute’s technologies and development in the 3rd International Conference on ‘Sustainability and Challenges in Global Sugar Industries from 12th -14thJanuary, 2024 organized by Vasantdada Sugar Institute (VSI) at Pune (MS). Dr. R. Viswanathan, the Director of the ICARIISR, Lucknow interacted with the professionals, scientists, […]

One-day Farmer Training Programme on ‘Integrated Management of White grubsInfesting Sugarcane’ under SC-SP Plan at ICAR-IISR, Biological Control Centre, Pravaranagar (MS)

In the framework of the Scheduled Cast Sub Plan, ICAR-Indian Institute Sugarcane Research -Biological Control Center, Pravaranagar organized a one-day farmer training program on ‘Integrated Management of White grubs infesting sugarcane’ at Kamagar Sanskrutik Bhavan in Pravaranagar (MS). A total of 100 (Male-92 and Female 08)SC farmers were selected from the command area of Padmashree […]

Basic Techniques for Stem Cell Research

About the Institute: Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) is located at Izatnagar, Bareilly in Uttar Pradesh state. It is an advanced research facility in the field of veterinary science and allied branches. Initially established as Imperial Bacteriological Laboratory (1889 at Pune), the institute was renamed few time and finally post independence it was named as […]

Capacity Building for Women Entrepreneurs at IISR Kozhikode

One day capacity building programme for women entrepreneurs was organized at ICAR-IISR on 3rd January 2024  as part of Pradhhan Mantri Formalization of Micro Food Enterprises (PMFME) scheme funded by Ministry of Food Processing Industries, GoI. Technical sessions on processing, value addition and quality management in spices were covered in the skill development programme. Hands on […]

Training cum Demonstration Programme on Improved Production Technologies for Horticultural Crops conducted by ICAR-IIHR at Idukki, Kerala as part of TSP scheme

The Training cum Demonstration Programme on “Improved Production Technologies for Horticultural Crops was jointly organized by ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru and ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Idukki under Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) Scheme of ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru for benefiting the tribal farmers of Aruvilamchal Hamlet in Nedumkandam block of Idukki district on 04.01.2024. The program was presided by Dr. […]

Capacity Building in Horticultural Crops and Input Distribution Programme organized by CHES, Bhubaneswar as Part of SCSP Program

In the initiative to uplift horticultural farmers in Odisha, the Central Horticultural Experiment Station (CHES), ICAR-IIHR, Bhubaneswar orchestrated an extensive day-long program, placing a special focus on input distribution and dissemination of technical knowledge to Scheduled Caste farmers in Odisha under the SCSP program on 17th January 2024. About 250 farmers from Ganjam, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, […]

Announcement cum Information Brochure for ICAR Sponsored CAFT Training on Entrepreneurship Development Through Mechanized Production, processing and Value addition of Millets and their by Products

Host Institute The ICAR-Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering (CIAE) is a premier Institute in the country to conduct basic, applied and adaptive research in agricultural engineering. Human resource development by organizing specialized training courses is a major commitment of the Institute to upgrade the skills of faculties, scientists, subject matter specialists, farmers, manufacturers and planners […]

Training on Fisheries Technologies and Opportunities in Uttarakhand begins at ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun on February

Farmers’ training on fisheries technologies and opportunities in Uttarakhand has begun at Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (ICAR-IISWC), Dehradun on 14th Feb. 2024. This second batch of the training is scheduled during 14th to 18th Feb. 2024 and sponsored by the Directorate of Uttarakhand State Fisheries Department, Dehradun. Dr M Madhu, Director, ICAR-IISWC in his inaugural address, today, requested […]

Hon’ble Secretary (DARE) & Director General (ICAR) Distributed the Inputs to Tribal Farmers of West Bengal as Part of TSP of ICAR-IIHR in Farmers Meet

Hon’ble Secretary (DARE) & Director General (ICAR), New Delhi Dr. Himanshu Pathak distributed the input kits developed by ICAR-IIHR to tribal farmers of Purulia dist in West Bengal on 21.01.2024. The inputs such as vegetable seeds, Arka vegetable  special micro nutrients and Arka microbial consortium  to the different beneficiaries of TSP in the presence of Dr. S.K. […]

Training Programme on “Improved Production Technologies, Post Harvest Processing and Value Addition of Fruits’ for Farmers of Jharkhand State Held at ICAR-IIHR

The ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticulture Research (IIHR) Bengaluru organized a capacity building programme on IMPROVED PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGIES, POST HARVEST PROCESSING AND VALUE ADDITION IN AVOCADO, CUSTARD APPLE, JACK FRUIT, KAMALAM FRUIT AND TAMARIND FOR FARMERS OF JHARKHAND STATE under Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture from 12th to 17th Feb 2024 to create awareness among […]

Training Programme on “Scientific Cultivation of Acid Lime, Avocado, and Teasel gourd” for Farmers of Tamil Nadu Organized at ICAR-IIHR-CHES, Chettalli

The three day training programme on Scientific Cultivation of Acid Lime, Avocado, and Teasel gourd” to Twelve Farmers of Vasudevanallur Block, Tenkasi District, Tamil Nadu was organized at ICAR-IIHR-CHES, Chettalli during 12-14 February, 2024. Dr. Rajendiran S., Senior Scientist & Head (I/c), CHES, Chettalli coordinated and presented achievements of CHES, Chettalli; and Good agricultural practices […]

Training on Scientific Cultivation of Avocado, Rambutan, Mango and Jack to Technical Staff of State Horticultural Mission (SHM), Kasaragod District, Kerala

The training programme was inaugurated on 18th January, 2024 morning at CHES, Chettalli. Dr. Nayan Deepak G., Scientist (Fruit Science), CHES, Chettalli had briefed about the details of 3-days training programme. The Chief Guest Mrs. Jyothikumari, Deputy Director of Agriculture (H), Principal Agriculture Office, Civil Station, Vidyanagar, Kasaragod, Kerala addressed the gathering and explained the […]

Flower Show and Competition at PAU ON February 28-29

The Department of Floriculture and Landscaping, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), will organize “Dr MS Randhawa Memorial Flower Show and Competition” in collaboration with Estate Organization, near the premises of Dr Manmohan Singh Auditorium, PAU, on February 28-29, 2024. Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, PAU, will inaugurate the show on February 28, 2024, while the prize […]

ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun Inaugurated the Training Course on Soil & Water Conservation and Watershed Management for the IFS Probationers at Indira Gandhi National Academy Forest Academy (IGNFA), Dehradun on February

A training course on Soil-Water Conservation and Watershed Management for the IFS Probationers has been inaugurated by ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (ICAR-IISWC), Dehradun at Indira Gandhi National Academy Forest Academy (IGNFA), Dehradun, today, 12.2.2024. The program is sponsored by IGNFA and scheduled during 12th to 23rd Feb. 2024. Dr M Madhu, Director, […]

ICAR-IISWC, Research Centre, Datia Organised visit of Farmers from Village Morera to theThree-Day Fair at Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Jhansi

Three-day farmers fair by 60 male and female farmers of village Morera, adopted under the SCSP program of ICAR-Indian Soil and Water Conservation Institute Research Center, Datia, from 08/02/24 to 10/02/24, at Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University. After visiting Jhansi, information was taken about various schemes and programs of the government. Along with this, […]

Training on Fisheries Technologies and Opportunities in Uttarakhand Concluded at ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun on February

A farmers’ training on fisheries technologies and opportunities in Uttarakhand sponsored by the Directorate of Uttarakhand State Fisheries Department and organised by ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (ICAR-IISWC), Dehradun during 5th to 9th Feb. 2024 concluded today, on 9th Feb. 2024. Dr M Madhu, Director, ICAR-IISWC distributing certificates congratulated the participants for getting […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Organizes Stakeholders Meet on Post-harvest Management of Cotton stalk

Cotton is a major crop in Vidarbha region and approximately 2.2 lakh hectares of land in this region is under cotton. After harvesting, most of the leftover cotton stalks are burnt in the field which not only pollutes the environment but also affects the biological properties of the soil. This region has the potential for […]

Awareness Programme on Clean Cotton Production and Value Addition by CIRCOT, Nagpur

Ginning Training Centre, ICAR-CIRCOT, Nagpur in association with Confederation Indian Textiles Industry – Cotton Development Research Association (CITI-CDRA), Mumbai organized an awareness programme on Post-Harvest Management Practices for Clean Cotton Production & Value Addition to it’s By-Produce on Feb 3, 2024 at Village Savandri, Taluka Kalmeshwar, Nagpur.  Dr. S.K. Shukla, Director, ICAT-CIRCOT, Mumbai, Shri Prakash […]

ICAR Short course on Nanotechnology Concluded

ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai organized a 10 day short course on “Advances in Applications of Nanotechnology in Agriculture” during January 29 to February 08, 2024. The event was sponsored by Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India. During the valedictory session held on […]

Awareness Program on ‘Disease Surveillance and Report Fish Disease Application’ at Kolaghat and Contai, West Bengal

Disease surveillance provides information on the health status of fish, which is an important step towards control and eradication measures, as well as to support early warning, risk assessment, contingency plans and emergency preparedness programs for aquatic animal disease management. The ICAR-CIFRI has organized a 2-day awareness program on ‘Disease surveillance and Report fish disease […]

ICAR-IISWC, Research Centre, Udhagamandalam Organized Kisan Gosthi cum Farmers’-Scientists interaction meet under the Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) Programme on February

ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Research Centre, Udhagamandalam organized a Kisan Gosthi cum Farmers’-Scientists interaction meet on 07.02.2024 under the Tribal Sub Plan Programme at the Athipadigai Village, Kotagiri Block, The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu. The event was organized with a theme ‘To promote Multi-tier Horticulture System for Resource Conservation in the Nilgiris’, especially […]

CTCRI Training on Diagnosis of Plant Diseases Using Novel Approaches

About ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute The ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI), an institute affiliated with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, was founded in 1963 and includes a Regional Centre located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The All India Coordinated Research Project on Tuber Crops (AICRP-TC), operating from the headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, is responsible […]

Enhancement of Knowledge and Skill of Bihar Farmers : ICAR-CIFRI Initiative

Darbhanga district lies in historical Mithila region and it is rich in water resources. This district in endowed with vast aquatic resources in the forms of ponds/tanks, flood plains (wetlands) and several perennial and seasonal rivers. These water bodies directly provide the basic livelihood to the fishing community as well as the rural populace. A […]

Climate Smart Agricultural Practices for System Resilience in Cereal Based Cropping Systems

Background The sustainability of major agri-food systems is at high risk because of resource degradation, declining factor productivity and shrinking farm profitability under current farming practices. The agriculture transformation provides the platform to address the climate change issues regionally and nationally for sustainable development of agriculture. This is crucial as India is witnessing the adverse […]

ICAR- Indian Veterinary Research Institute Organized “North Eastern States Animal Husbandry Directors Interface Meet” at Guwahati, Assam

The ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar conducted North Eastern State Animal Husbandry Directors Interface Meet-2023 at Extension Education Institute (N-E region), Khanapara, Guwahati, Assam on 7th February, 2024 in collaboration with its Eastern Regional Station, Kolkata. The interface meet, attended by the Directors and senior officials of the North Eastern State Animal Husbandry Department, was […]

The Eastern Regional Station-ICAR-IVRI Distributed Chicks Among the Rural Women under Development Action Plan for Scheduled Castes

The ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Eastern Regional Station (ERS), Kolkata and Bharat Sewashram Sangha (BSS), Daria jointly organized a ‘Chicks Distribution Programme’ at Daria village on 17th January, 2024. Two hundred (n=200) rural women belonging to scheduled caste community from five different villages i.e. Dria (n=64), Thakurani Beria (n=36), Shibnagar (n=36), Gobramari (n=25), Kumarsa […]

TEC- IVRI Pune Organised Training on Scientific Goat Farming and Follow-up Visit at Nashik (Maharashra) under TSP Programme

TEC-IVRI Pune along with Maharashtra Animal Husbandry Department, Nashik, organized one day training programme on ‘Scientific Goat Farming’ under TSP programme on 7 th February 2024 at Pathardi in Nashik district of Maharashtra. One hundred ninety one (191) farmers including 141 farm women participated in the programme. During the inaugural function, Dr Akash O Thakre, […]

The Training cum Exposure visit on “Unnat Bakari Palan” for farmers from Saharsa, Bihar, sponsored by ATMA was Organised by ICAR-IVRI, Izatnagar for 15 Farmers

ICAR-IVRI organized a three days training cum exposure visit on ‘Unnat Bakari Palan’ for the farmers from Saharsa, Bihar sponsored by ATMA during 22-24 January, 2024. A total of 15 farmers actively participated in the training cum exposure visit programme. The training programme was inaugurated on 22nd Jan, 2024 with the welcome address of chief […]

Hands on Training on Basic and Advanced Techniques for Bacterial and Fungal Disease Diagnosis

Important Dates Last Date of Registration: February 29, 2024 Intimation of shortlisted candidates: March 04, 2024 Commencement of workshop: March 11, 2024 Eligibility Postgraduate students (Masters/PhD) in the field of Life Science/Veterinary Science/Animal Science. Please note that number of participants are limited to 20 and workshop will be conducted in physical mode. About the Training: […]

PAU’S Scientist-Farmer Interaction Addresses Wheat Crop Management at Bachiwind Village

A Farmer-Scientist Interaction, jointly organized by FASC, Amritsar, and Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Amritsar, proved insightful as over 100 farmers engaged with experts in addressing the Yellow Rust menace in wheat. Dr Rajan Bhatt, Associate Professor of Soil Science at KVK, emphasized the significance of soil and water testing for upcoming spring crops, advocating for integrated […]

Innovation in Action: PAU Redefines Potato Cultivation with Novel Varieties

Charting a new territory, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), a renowned institution pivotal in the Green Revolution, has expanded its research focus to include genetic improvement of the potato crop. The university has unveiled two new potato varieties, Punjab Potato 101 and Punjab Potato 102. Highlighting the agricultural landscape of Punjab, Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor […]

PAU Conduct’s Two Training Courses for Farmer’s, Women and Technocrat’s

Two training courses were conducted by the Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), for the welfare of farmers, farm women of Punjab and technocrats of International Fertilizer Development Centre (IFDC), Bathinda under the stewardship of Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education. A total of 17 farmers and rural women attended the five-day training […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra Ropar and Punjab Agricultural University Collaborate for Farmer-Scientist Interaction on Rabi Crop Disease Management

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Ropar, in partnership with the Department of Plant Pathology, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, organized a Farmer-Scientist Interaction program addressing “Integrated Management of Diseases of Rabi Crops, with Special Reference to Yellow Rust, Karnal Bunt of Wheat, and Late Blight of Potato and Tomato” on January 19, 2024, at KVK Ropar. The […]

Young Farmer’s and Rural Women get Training in Dragon Fruit Cultivation

With horticulture playing a crucial role in the proliferation of agrarian economy, the Skill Development Centre of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is putting in its best efforts to boost the cultivation of horticultural crops in the state. Keeping this in view, the Centre designed a five-day training course on the “Cultivation of Dragon Fruit […]

PAU Told About the Maintenance of Fruits and Vegetables

PAU A five-day training course on ‘Maintenance of Fruits and Vegetables at Home Level’ was conducted by the Skill Development Center of Punjab in collaboration with the Department of Food and Technology. Dr. Rupinder Kaur, Associate Director (Skill Development) said that 17 trainees participated in this training course. Dr. Prerna Kapila, course coordinator said that […]

Kapurthala Potato Grower’s Expose’s to High Tech Seed Production System

Kapurthala district of Punjab is one of the important seed belt of potato, Presently about 12000 ha area of Kapurthala is under seed potato and seed produced in this district is supplied to different sates like Bengal, Gujarat, Bihar etc. To update the knowledge of potato growers regarding quality seed production an exposure visit is […]

KVK, Malyal Organized Farmer Training Programme on; “Management Practices, Measures to be taken During Flowering and Fruiting in Mango” at Rythuvedhika, Danthalapalli

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal organized farmer training programme on “Management practices, measures to be taken during flowering and fruiting in Mango” at Rythuvedhika, Danthalapalli on 05-02-2024. In this programme, Dr. E. Rambabu, SMS (Horticulture) explained about water management, fertilizer management, correction of micronutrient deficiencies, flower and fruit drop control, pest & disease management in Mango […]

KVK, BKDM has Conducted Training Programme on Vegetable Cultivation Under Pandal System in Summer Season

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bhadradri Kothagudem has conducted training programme on vegetable cultivation under pandal system in summer season on 03.02.2024 under SC-Sub plan at Nimmalagudem Village, Sujathanagar Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem District. In this programme, Dr. J. Mariyanna, DH & SO spoken about vegetables crops suitable under pandal system and emphasises on government subsidies supporting for […]

Six Days Skill Development Programme on “Friends of Coconut Tree” at Agricultural College, Aswaraopet

Professor Jayashankar Telangana state Agricultural University, Agricultural College, Aswaraopet and Coconut development Board, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Govt of India, State Centre-Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh had jointly organized Six Days Skill Development Programme on “Friends of Coconut Tree” on plant protection aspects of coconut including harvesting using the palm climbing device during 24th – […]

PAU Promotes Entrepreneurship Development Through Fruit and Vegetable Preservation

A five-day training course on “Preservation of Fruits and Vegetables” was organized by the Department of Food and Nutrition, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), at the village Khandoor of Ludhiana district. A total of 30 young women attended the course, conducted under the Entrepreneurship Development Programme for SC beneficiaries (ICAR, New Delhi). Dr Kiran Grover, Head, […]

FASC, Kapurthala Urge’s Farmer’s to OPT for Preventive Spray Against Late Blight in Potato

The Farm Advisory Service Centre, Kapurthala, conducted monitoring-cum-spot guidance for the potato growers of the villages of Bibri, Dudianwal, Jhal Bibri and Saido Bhulana. The farmers were advised regarding the management of frost injury, late blight, haulm cutting and roguing of off-type plants. Dr Pardeep Kumar, Senior Extension Scientist (SES), informed that in light of […]

Be Ever-Ready to Tackle Farmers’ Woes in Intense Cold Dr. Ms Bhullar Tells Scientist’s

“Be it extreme winters or summers, be sensitive to farmers’ trials and tribulations in the extremely challenging phase of agriculture,” said Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), to the extension functionaries while presiding over the State Level Training Planning Workshop for 2024-25 here today. In his remarks, Dr Bhullar observed […]

Workshop On HDPS Cotton at KVK, Kampasagar

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kampasagar has organised workshop on HDPS cotton to Agricultural Officers and Agricultural Extension Officers of Haliya and Devarakonda clusters of Nalgonda dist. on 02.02.2024 at KVK, Kampasagar. Dr. S. Srinivasa Rao, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Kampasagar explained HDPS cotton details in Nalgonda District and explained best management practices to be followed to get […]

IBT-PJTSAU Inaugurated a Two Weeks Training Program on Biotechnological Tools in Crop Improvement at IBT, R’nagar, Hyderabad

The Institute of Biotechnology (IBT-PJTSAU) inaugurated a two weeks training program on Biotechnological tools in crop improvement from 29.01.2024 to 10.02.2024 at IBT, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad funded by DBT-TSCOST under SVP for faculty development. Dr. B. Laxmi Prasanna (Assistant Professor, IBT) Welcomed & Inviting the Guests on to the dais. Dr. SNCVL Pushpavalli, (Assistant Professor, IBT) […]

RARS-Palem – Groundnut Farmer-Scientist-Exporters- Interaction Meeting – Field visit

As part of Groundnut Farmers, Scientists and Exporters Interaction Meeting, Shri. Kishore Tanna, Special Advisor, IOPEPC, Mumbai, visited groundnut field in Chandubatla (V), Nagarkurnool (M) of Nagarkurnool District, Telangana State on 01-02-2024. The team lead by Dr. M. Malla Reddy, Associate Director Research (Southern Telangana Zone), RARS, Palem and accompanied by Dr.S. Vanisri, Principal Scientist […]

Kisan Goshti and Input Distribution Organized by ICAR-IVRI, Mukteswar campus under Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP)

ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Mukteswar campus organized Kisan Goshti on the theme “Health management of livestock animals” on 07.02.2024 under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) for the farmers and livestock owners of Chausali, Darima, and Darmoli villages of Nainital district. A total of one seventy four (n=174) farmers and livestock owners have participated in […]

“Dairy Vigyan Kendra Organized an Infertility Animal Health Camp”

On February 7th, 2024, the Dairy Vigyan Kendra organized an Infertility Animal Health Camp at Chhapari village in the Khanpur taluka of Mahisagar district. Dr. J A Patel, a professor from the Department of Veterinary Gynecology’s, along with postgraduate students, participated as expert in examining the animals. A total of 89 cases were attended to […]

ICAR-IISWC Organized Special Seminar on “Values and Professional Ethics”

The Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (ICAR-IISWC), Dehradun has organized a “Special Seminar on “Values and Professional Ethics” on 5.1.2024. Dr (Prof.) Abhay Saxena, Dean, School of Technology, Management & Communication, Dev Sanskriti University (DSVV), Haridwar deliberated and participated in a Q&A session on the topic. Dr M Madhu, Director, IISWC discussed the […]

Awareness Programme on Clean Cotton Production and Value Addition by CIRCOT, Nagpur

Ginning Training Centre, ICAR-CIRCOT, Nagpur in association with Confederation Indian Textiles Industry – Cotton Development Research Association (CITI-CDRA), Mumbai organized an awareness programme on Post-Harvest Management Practices for Clean Cotton Production & Value Addition to it’s By-Produce on Feb 3, 2024 at Village Savandri, Taluka Kalmeshwar, Nagpur.  Dr. S.K. Shukla, Director, ICAT-CIRCOT, Mumbai, Shri Prakash […]

MPUAT Proper use of Resources Possible in Natural Farming

Udaipur 06 February, 2024 21-day national training program “Directions for natural agricultural resource conservation and ecological balance” under the Advance Faculty Training Center on Organic Farming sponsored by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi under the aegis of Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur. And Dasha” is being organized by the […]

Valedictory Function of Two Days Officer Training

Under the Crop Diversification Project, organized by the Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, under the Directorate of Research, a two-day training program for extension officers was conducted at the Assistant Director, Agriculture Office, Begu, Chittorgarh. In the training program, Project Officer Dr. Hari Singh, while giving information about the project, gave information about […]

Be Ever-Ready to Tackle Farmers’ Woes in Intense Cold: Dr Ms Bhullar Tells Scientist’s

“Be it extreme winters or summers, be sensitive to farmers’ trials and tribulations in the extremely challenging phase of agriculture,” said Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), to the extension functionaries while presiding over the State Level Training Planning Workshop for 2024-25 here today. In his remarks, Dr Bhullar observed […]

PAU Awarded Prestigious Research Project Worth RS 46 L

A research project entitled “Wheat with enhanced resistant starch: A nutraceutical approach to better health” worth INR 46.08 Lakhs has been awarded to the team of scientists from the Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, and the School of Agricultural Biotechnology. The project will focus on seeking the ‘nutrient claim’ from ‘Food Safety and Standards […]

Eastern Regional Station of ICAR-IVRI Distributed Rhode Island Red Chicks among the Rural Women of Gaighata Block under Development Action Plan for Scheduled Castes

The ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Eastern Regional Station (ERS), Kolkata in collaboration with North 24 Paraganas Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ashoknagar and Gobardanga Seba Farmers Samity (GSFS) organized an “RIR Chick Distribution Program” at Amankandia Tarangahati village in North 24 Paragans district of West Bengal on 31st January, 2024. Dr G. K. Das, Principal Scientist, […]

55th Advanced Training on “Novel Feed Resources to Augment the Livestock Production, Health and Welfare under CAFT in Animal Nutrition Commenced

The 55th training programme of the Centre of Advanced Faculty Training (CAFT) in Animal  Nutrition on the topic Novel Feed Resources to Augment the Livestock Production, Health and Welfare (February 01-21, 2024) commenced on 01.02.2024 at IVRI, Izatnagar. Dr Triveni Dutt, Director cum Vice-chancellor, ICAR-IVRI, presided over the inaugural function. On this occasion, Dr Anju […]

Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute’s Bi-national Agri-Cluster Workshop

ABOUT SHASTRI INDO-CANADIAN INSTITUTE (SICI) The Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute (SICI) is a unique bi-national organization, mandated by governments of India and Canada to promote, facilitate, and nurture academic linkages, collaborations & exchanges, research partnerships, and networks on bi-national corridors. With its physical presence in New Delhi, India and Calgary, Canada, and a strong base of […]

Hands on Training on “Production of Fruit & Vegetable Powders

3 days – Hands on Training on “Production of Fruit & Vegetable Powders” Date: 13th-15th February, 2024 Last date for receipt of application: 12th February, 2024. Venue: BESST-HORT, ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru. Course Director: Dr. Bhuvaneswari S. Course Co-Directors: Dr. C. K. Narayana & Dr. R. B. Tiwari Resource Persons: Dr. Pushpa Chethan Kumar, Dr. Vijay Rakesh […]

One day Training program Training Programme on “Production of Arka Fermented Cocopeat and Soilless Cultivation of Vegetables”

Training on “Production of Arka Fermented Cocopeat and Soilless Cultivation of Vegetables” Venue: Video Conference Hall, Admin Building, ICAR-IIHR Date: 23.02.2024 Last date for receipt of application: 22.02.2024 Time of training (Offline): 9.00 am to 5.30 pm, Training Fees: Rs. 2000/- Offline includes theory and practical sessions Time of training(Online): 9.00 am to 1.30 pm, […]

Awareness Program on Marine Turtle Monitoring Concluded at Car Nicobar Island

An awareness program on marine turtle monitoring was conducted on 31 January 2024 for the tribal fishers of Perka village, Car Nicobar in continuation with the marine turtle monitoring programs being held at Car Nicobar in the recent past. The awareness program aimed to identify potential resource persons from the Nicobar tribal community who shall […]

Hands on Training on Fish Disease Diagnosis and Its Management

About the training programme: Hands on Training on Fish Disease Diagnosis and Its Management (February 1 – 12, 2024) Disease diagnosis refers to the various procedures and techniques used to identify the nature of the disease and to precisely pinpoint the primary and secondary pathogens involved. Proper diagnosis leads to accurate therapies and avoids indiscriminate use of […]

Brainstorming Training on Advanced Microbiological and Molecular Techniques for improving the competence of students in Biological Sciences under TSP

Eligibility: Postgraduate and final year Bachelor’s degree students in Fisheries Science, Microbiology, Biotechnology and in any area of Life sciences belonging to “Scheduled Tribe” community are eligible to apply. There is no registration fee for the training program. TA, food and accommodation will be provided by the organizers. Training contents Microbiology of food Molecular Biology […]

North Zone Regional Agricultural Fair

North Zone Regional Agricultural Fair (8-10 February 2024) This fair provides a platform for enriching the knowledge, experience and networking of all the farmers, primary producers, wholesalers, importers, exporters and other stakeholders in agriculture and allied sectors like horticulture, animal husbandry, fisheries, etc. who wish to expand and diversify their business activities. There will be […]

Public Awareness Programme on Conservation of Marine Resources

Mangalore Regional Centre of ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI),  in collaboration with the NITTE University and NSS unit of College of Fisheries, Mangalore organised a public awareness programme on Ocean Health: Our Action & Our Future at Fiza Nexus Mall in Mangalore on 26.01.2024. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. M. S. Moodithaya, the […]

Honorable Union Minister Parshottam Rupala Urges Fishers to Embrace Seaweed Cultivation at First National Conference on Promotion of Seaweed Cultivation at Koteswar, Gujarat

Shri Parshottam Rupala, Honorable Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Govt of India inaugurated the first National Conference on the Promotion of Seaweed Cultivation at Koteshwar, Kutch in Gujarat on 27th January 2024. In his address, the Honorable Union Minister urged fishermen and fisherwomen to embrace seaweed cultivation for its diverse product opportunities. […]

Training Programme on Advances in Marine Finfish Farming Practices

About the training programme: The training programme is organised under All India Network Project on Mari culture (AINP – M) with an objective to impart different skills on the marine finfish farming practiced and develop trained manpower in the niche area. Importance of Finfish Mariculture in Indian context: Mariculture is one of the fastest growing […]

A Five Day Training Course on Know Your Marine Biodiversity & Environment (Marbie)

ABOUT ICAR-CMFRI The Government of India established the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) on 3rd February 1947 under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and later it joined the Indian Council of Agricultural Research family in 1967. In the course of 76 years, the Institute has emerged as a leading tropical marine fisheries […]

Innovations in Sheep, Goat and Rabbit Husbandry

Innovations in Sheep, Goat and Rabbit Husbandry Use of Artificial Intelligence, IoT, Operations & Marketing Supply Chain management tools in the mentioned focus areas of sheep, goat and rabbit husbandry. WHO CAN APPLY • Entrepreneurs with Innovative Ideas . Early Stage Start-Up Companies • Small Businesses IMPORTANT DATE APPLICATION LAST DATE: 30/01/2024 SCREENING RESULTS: 07/02/2024 […]

Researchers Join Hands to Identify Potential Lablab Bean Traits

Recognizing the significance of participatory research in promoting inclusivity and generating meaningful, sustainable outcomes, ICAR-RCER, Patna, took the lead in initiating a participatory identification process for useful lablab bean genotypes. The aim was to assist researchers in identifying trait-specific lablab bean lines with consumer acceptability. Under this project Genetic Enhancement of selected Vegetable Legumes for […]

Training-Cum-Demonstration Programme on “Application of Agro-Chemical in Rabi Crops Through Drone Technology” in Buxar District

A five days Training-cum-Demonstration Programme on “Application of agro-chemical in rabi crops through drone technology” was organised at KVK, Buxar; Ekderwa, Gerua Bandh and Kukudha villages of Buxar district of Bihar during 8-12 January 2024. Live demonstrations of spraying of agro-chemical (nano urea) through drone were conducted on rabi crop such as wheat, gram, mustard […]

Farmers Training Programme on “Scientific Cultivation of Rabi Crops for Improving Farm Productivity and Food Security” Organized at ICAR RCER, Patna

A three days Farmer’s Training programme on “Scientific Cultivation of Rabi Crops for Improving Farm Productivity and Food Security” was organized during 10-12 January, 2024 jointly by ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region and ICAR-ATARI, Patna at ICAR-RCER main campus, Patna. The aim of this training was to enhance the knowledge and skills of farmers […]

ICAR-RCER Organized Goat Health Camp under AICRP on Goat Improvement

ICAR Research Complex for Eastern, Patna organized Animal Health Camp under AICRP on Goat Improvement project on 9 January 2024 at Khairimal village, Ward No. 6 & 8, Chakiya block of East Champaran district, Bihar. The village is dominated by SC population and goat farming is an important livelihood option. During the programme, door to […]

Students of D.A.V. Public School Visited Climate Resilient Agriculture Farms at KVK Buxar

Student of D.A.V. Public school, Itarhi Road, Buxar visited ICAR RCER Krishi Vigyan Kendra,Lalganj, Buxar, Bihar on 9th January, 2024. A total of 31 students of class 9th including 11 girls visited the long term Cropping System Experiment cum demonstration plot and interacted on cropping system and cropping pattern of dominating rice based cropping system […]

First Lecture of the “ICAR-CIRCOT Centenary Lecture Series” Organized

ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai in commemoration of its centenary year celebration has planned to organize a series of lectures from experts in the domain of Cotton Value Cain, technical textiles, by-produce and biomass value chain. The first lecture in this series was delivered by Dr. T.V. Sreekumar, Director, The Bombay Textile […]

ICAR-DWR Industry Meet Organized

An Industry Meet was organized by the ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur on January 31, 2024 at the DWR Jabalpur to strengthen the collaboration with herbicide industries to address the emerging challenges in weed management. Dr. J. S. Mishra, the Director of ICAR-DWR, Jabalpur, chaired the program and provided an overview of the institute’s research […]

Three Days Training Program on “Advanced Weed Management Practices in Crops” Under SCSP

“Advanced Weed Management Technologies in Crops” for the group of progressive farmers of Bhakaliya, Gwari, Mangaon, Jujhari and Jhanjha of Patan and Gosalpur area of ​​Jabalpur district under the Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan by ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research. A 3-day training program was organized on the topic. In the training programme, the trainees were given knowledge […]

Deputy Director General (NRM) visits ICAR-Directorate of Weed research, Jabalpur

ICAR-The newly developed “Barn Complex” and “Selfie Point” at Directorate of Weeds Research, Jabalpur was inaugurated by Dr. Suresh Kumar Choudhary, Deputy Director General (Natural Resource Management), ICAR, New Delhi. He also visited the ongoing research work, field demonstrations and laboratory facilities in the directorate. Dr. Suresh Kumar Chaudhary, Deputy Director General (Natural Resource Management), […]

Farmers Training-Cum-Field Day Organized

A farmers training-cum-field day was organized on 23rd January 2024 at the Directorate under NICRA project for Scheduled caste farmers. Dr. J.S. Mishra, Director of the Institute inaugurated the program and said that weed management is becoming more challenging under changing climate scenario due to vigorous crop-weed competition, reduction in herbicide efficacy and increasing problem […]

Harvest Festivities Illuminate PAU as Communication Centre Celebrate Lohri

The Kairon Kisan Ghar at PAU, Ludhiana, came alive with joy and camaraderie as faculty, staff, and students gathered to celebrate the traditional festival of Lohri. The event, graced by Vice Chancellor Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, was a vibrant affair filled with festive treats such as moongfali, gachak, and reori. Vice Chancellor Dr Gosal spoke […]

Training on Health Management Coldwater Fishes

INTRODUCTION The health management in Coldwater aquaculture is rapidly evolving, demanding increased focus on the identification of diverse pathogens, including parasites, bacteria, and viruses. This comprehensive training program covers a spectrum of topics, covering traditional and cutting-edge diagnostic tools, therapeutic strategies, and alternatives to antibiotics. Participants will gain insights into the formulation of medicated feed, […]

Training on Recent Trends in Animal Disease Diagnosis Concludes at Vet Varsity

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana trained 10 Veterinary Officers of the Animal Husbandry Department of Madhya Pradesh in a five days training programme . The training entitled “Recent Trends in Animal Disease Diagnosis Using Imaging and Laboratory Techniques” conducted by departments of Animal Disease Research Centre, Veterinary Surgery & Radiology of […]

ICAR Short Course on Nanotechnology Inaugurated at ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai

The ICAR-sponsored 10-day Short Course on ‘Advances in Applications of Nanotechnology in Agriculture,’ from January 29 to February 8, 2024, was inaugurated on January 29, 2024. Dr. S. K. Shukla, Director of ICAR-CIRCOT, commended the diverse participation from various fields of agriculture and allied sciences in attending the nanotechnology short course during his inaugural address. He […]

Entrepreneurship Opportunities for Management of Food Loss and Waste in Agricultural and Industrial Sectors for Environmental Sustainability

Objective: To strengthen the skills and knowledge of agri based stakeholders towards food loss and waste management To understand the critical points and basic problems in waste management at field level Skill development to explore entrepreneurship opportunities for waste management. Outcomes of Training: After completing this training, trainees will have hands-on experience on approaches towards […]

Inaugural Programme on “Empowering Women Self Help Group’s (SHGs) on Drone Pilot Training in Agriculture at PJTSAU Drone Academy, Rajendranagar

A seven days agri-drone pilot training program to the women self-help groups (SHGs) was started on 10.01.2024 at PJTSAU Drone Academy, Rajendranagar and this training programme was inaugurated by Dr. M. Venkata Ramana, Registrar, PJTSAU, Rajendranagar. Recently, DGCA has given authorization for PJTSAU Drone Academy to conduct remote pilot training for rural youth / SHGs. […]

KVK, Palem Scientists Participated in Field Day on Groundnut Digger cum Shekar at Allipur Village

KVK, Palem Scientists Participated in Field Day on Groundnut Digger cum Shekar organized by RARS, Palem at farmer Venugopal field, Allipur (Vi), Bijinepally (M), Nagarkurnool dist. on 10.01.2024. Dr.M.Malla Reddy (ADR, Palem) was clearly explained about differences between manual harvesting and machine harvesting and also stressed on damage percentage, Time efficiency, digger efficiency and cost […]

KISAN MELA, 2024 – Training cum Farmer-Scientist Interaction Meeting” at RARS, Jagtial

Kisan Mela (Sesame 2024) jointly organized by PJTSAU, Hyderabad, PC unit (AICRP on Sesame and Niger), JNKKV, Jabalpur, ICAR- Indian Institute of Oilseed Research, Hyderabad and Indian Oilseeds & Produce Export Promotion Council (IOPEPC), Mumbai at Regional Agricultural Research Station, Jagtial on 10.01.2024. District Collector and Magistrate of Jagial, Smt. Ashmin Bhasha Garu said that […]

Celebration of National Youth Day at Agricultural College, Adilabad

National Youth Day or Rastriya Yuva Diwas was celebrated at Agricultural College, Adilabad on 12.01.2024. At the outset the Associate Dean, Dr. Sreedhar Chauhan welcomed the teaching, non-teaching staff and students. Floral tributes were offered to Swami Vivekananda by the Associate Dean, Dr. Sreedhar Chauhan followed by the teaching faculty, Dr. K. N. Yamini, OISA, […]

KVK, Malyal Conducted a Training Programme on “Natural Farming” under DAPSC (Schedule Caste Sub Plan), 2023-24 at KVK, Malyal

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal conducted Training Programme on “Natural Farming” under DAPSC (Schedule Caste Sub Plan), 2023-24 at KVK, Malyal on 04-01-2023. Sri. S.Venkat Rami Reddy Natural Farming, practicing farmer from Khammam District participated as resource person and explained in detail about concept of Natural farming and seed treatment using cowdung and urine, preparation of […]

KVK, Palem Organized a Training programme on Integrated Management in Mango & Diagnostic Field visit at Kalwakol Village

KVK, Palem organized a Training programme on Integrated Management in Mango & Diagnostic field visit at Raithu vedika, Kalwakol(V), Nagar kurnool dist. on 05.01.2024. Dr. Adhi Shankar, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Palem Training given on Integrated practices like, selection of site, planting, After care, training and pruning, irrigation, integrated nutrient, pest and disease management, special practices […]

KVK, BKDM Conducted a Field Day on Integrated Crop Management in Spine gourd at Chinthonichelaka Village, Tekulapally Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem District

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bhadradri Kothagudem conducted a Field Day on Integrated Crop Management in Spine gourd at Chinthonichelaka Village, Tekulapally Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem District on 04.01.2024. In this programme Dr. V. Lakshmi Narayanamma, Programme Coordinator addressed the gathering on nutritional importance of spine gourd and pest and disease management in spine gourd. Mr. B. Shiva, […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Train’s Farmer’s in Natural Farming

A two-day training programme on “Natural Farming” was organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur at village Bassi Ghulam Hussain of district Hoshiarpur. This training programme was funded by the ICAR project “Out scaling of Natural Farming through KVKs” in which a total of 47 farmers participated. While welcoming the trainees, Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate […]

The ICAR-IVRI, Eastern Regional Station, Kolkata Organized Animal Health Awareness Program under Development Action Plan for Scheduled Castes in Canning-I Block

Eastern Regional Station (ERS)-ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Kolkata in collaboration with Bharat Sevashram Sangha (BSS) organized an ‘Animal Health Awareness Programme’ at Daria village of Canning I block on 15th January, 2024. Under DAPSC Scheme, the rural women those joined in the programme are belonging to scheduled caste community mostly of Poundra (n=60) followed […]

Eastern Regional Station of ICAR-IVRI, Kolkata Organized Animal Health Awareness Program in Canning I block of West Bengal

ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Eastern Regional Station (ERS), Kolkata in collaboration with Bharat Sevashram Sangha organized an ‘Animal Health Awareness Programme’ at Bharat Sevashram Sangha, Daria village of South 24 Paraganas district on 8 th January, 2024. The programme was planned under Development Action Plan for Scheduled Castes (DAPSC) scheme for the year 2023-24. […]

75 th Republic Day Celebrated at Eastern Regional Station, ICAR-IVRI, Kolkata

Eastern Regional Station, ICAR-IVRI, Kolkata celebrated 75th Republic Day on 26th January 2024 at its Belgachia Campus. The event began with the unfurling of the national flag by Dr. Arnab Sen, HORC, at Belgachia Campus followed by singing of National Anthem by one and all. While delivering speech, the HORC, Kolkata conveyed Republic Day wishes […]

“Training on “ Recent trends in Diagnostic Bacteriology

Important Dates Last date for application submission : 20.01.2024 Publication of selection list : 25.01.2024 Last date for payment of training fee : 30.01.2024 Date of training : 12.02.2024 to16.01.2024 ABOUT TANUVAS Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (TANUVAS) is the first Veterinary University in South East Asia, established in 1989 at Chennai. Presently […]

3 days Workshop on “Tissue Processing Techniques and its Applications”

IMPORTANT DATES Last date for submission of registration form : 19.01.2024 Intimation to selected participants : 24.01.2024 Last date for payment of registration fee by selected participants : 29.01.2024 ABOUT CENTRAL UNIVERSITY LABORATORY Central University Laboratory is a unit under the Centre for Animal Health Studies, Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, started in […]

Workshop Organized On Product Profile Development and Redefining Plant Types in Kharif Pulses

A brainstorming workshop on ‘Redefining plant type in pigeonpea and Vigna pulses for central and south India and product profile development’ was organized on January 8-9, 2024 at Agricultural Research Station, VNMKV, Badnapur, Dist. Jalna, Maharashtra. The workshop was organized jointly by AICRP on Kharif Pulses and ARS, Badnapur and >70 participants includingDr. Indra Mani […]

Hyderabad has organized the “Sunflower Field Day”

ICAR-Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research, Hyderabad has organized the “Sunflower Field Day” under the DAC funded project “Revival of Sunflower Cultivation” on January 20, 2024 at Rajendranagar Farm of ICAR-IIOR, Hyderabad. Hon’ble Director Dr. R.K. Mathur, ICARIIOR was the Chief Guest. Mr. Bipul Srivastava, Deputy Commissioner (Oilseeds), DA & FW, GoI, New Delhi and Dr. […]

Rabi Castor Field Day at Gangaapur village, Jadcherla, Telangana

A rabi castor field day was organized on 9th January at Gangaapur village near Jadcherlaas a part of FLDs by AICRP Castor center, RARS, Palem, PJTSAU, Telangana. The farmer Mr. C. Raghavaraohas to be complimented for an innovative way of growing castor hybrid ICH-66 supplied by ICAR-IIOR. Castor is introduced as an intercrop in one […]

HRD Programme on Scientific Agri-Horticultural Practices

A 3-days Human Resource Development Programme on Scientific Agri-Horticultural Practices to augment the Income from Small Farming was organised by Directorate of Extensions and Farms, West Bengal University of Animal and Fishery Sciences in collaboration with ICAR- Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Kolkata for KVKs of West Bengal. Prof. Shyam Sundar Dana, Vice Chancellor, WBUAFS, […]

ICAR-DCR Organize Drone Demonstration in Mangalore

ICAR-Directorate of Cashew Research, Puttur in collaboration with Vijaya Grameena Abhirudhi Prathishtana, Mangalore organised a demonstration on micro-nutrient spray using drones on progressive farmer Siri Kadamajalu Subash Rai’s field today. The programme aimed at creating awareness among the cashew farmers on the importance of pest management and use of micronutrients in Cashew for increased productivity. […]

ICAR- DCR Demonstrate Drone Technology to the Farmers

ICAR-Directorate of Cashew Research demonstrated drone technology to the farmers of Sansad Adarsha Gram in Dakshina Kannada today on the occasion of Gramotsava in Balpa village adopted by Shri Nalin Kumar Kateel, Member of Parliament under the Sansad Gram Yojana scheme. The Farmers were briefed about the need to use drones for spraying micronutrients, the […]

KUKKUTSHALA – Incubation Program

The programme will be conducted 18 working days in online mode by 29 Jan. to 21 Feb., 2024. Thereafter, 3 days offline programme will start w.e.f. Feb 27-29, 2024 in which about 20-25 selected participants will be invited to undergo T&V programme at the Institute. Read more: https://cari.icar.gov.in/kukkutshala.php

QRT of ICAR-CCARI Visits Outreach Sites in Tribal Areas of Goa

ICAR- Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa organised the First Meeting of the 5th Quinquennial Review Team on 8th and 9th January 2024 in Goa. The meeting was attended by Dr. M.B Chetti, Vice Chancellor, Sanskriti University, Mathura, Dr. M. R Dinesh, Former Director, ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, Bengaluru, Dr. K. K Singh, Dean, […]

Shri Narendra Modi Interacts with Gurdaspur-Based Beneficiaries of Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra

The Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi interacted with the beneficiaries of the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra today via video conferencing and also addressed the gathering on the occasion. Since the beneficiaries hailed from the village Tibber of district Gurdaspur, the Prime Minister directly engaged with the members of Young Innovative Farmers Group who were the […]

Nano-Finishing of Textile Fabrics with Particular Emphasis Wool

About the training program Nano-finish is a textile finishing technique that uses nanotechnology to create care-free fabrics. The technique creates fabrics that are highly active and have UV-blocking, antimicrobial, and self-cleaning properties. Nano-finishing is one of the way of value addition of textile fabrics. SKUAST- Kashmir is currently executing Holistic Agriculture Development Program entitled “Promotion […]

Training on Quality Evaluation of Cotton

The ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (ICARCIRCOT), one of the premier constituent institutes of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), was established in the year 1924. The Institute is conducting research and development on all aspects of postharvest processing of cotton and value addition to cotton by-produce with following mandate: Basic and […]

Conclusion of 5 Day Skill Development Program in College of Dairy and Food Technology

A 5-day training program on ‘Renewable Energy Utilization’ concluded on 12 January 2024 under the joint aegis of the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises of the Government of India and the College of Dairy and Food Technology. In this 5 day training program, 21 participants learned about renewable enhanced your entrepreneurship skills regarding […]

ICAR-CIFA Celebrated Kisan Samman Diwas in Turintira Village, Balipatna, Khordha

ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture and KVK, Bhubaneswar celebrated Kisan Samman Diwas, on 23rd December 2023, with the support of FARMER First Project in Turintira village of Balipatna Block, Khordha. Dr. Harapriya Nayak, Head KVK-Khordha, Dr. Pushpa Choudhury, Scientist, ICAR-CIFA, Mrs. Sukanti Behera, SMS, KVK-Khordha addressed the farmers and farm women queries. They encouraged the […]

PAU Celebrates Worlds Bio Enzyme day at Mullanpur Dakhan

The Department of Microbiology in collaboration with the Department of Renewable Energy Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), celebrated The “World Bio Enzyme Day” on the birth anniversary of Dr Rosukon Poompanvong, Inventor of Eco Enzyme. Both the departments celebrated this day by spraying bio enzyme in a stagnant pond located in the village Majri of […]

PAU Celebrates National Birds Day with Diversity of Bird’s

Harbouring a large number of bird species in its diverse habitat, the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), celebrated the National Bird Day on the campus on Friday. National Bird Day, which has American origins, is celebrated annually on January 5 to raise awareness about the value of birds in the ecosystem. Dr Tejdeep Kaur Kler, Principal […]

Punjab’s fin min Inaugurates Accel Breed: a Speed Breading Facility Redefining Crop Innovation

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) marked a monumental leap in agricultural innovation with the inauguration of AccelBreed, a cutting-edge speed breeding research facility. Punjab’s Minister of Finance, Planning, Programme Implementation, Excise and Taxation, S. Harpal Singh Cheema, did the honours by unveiling the inscribed stone amidst a vast galaxy of university scientists and students. Other notable […]

Big Data Analysis for Weather based Crop Management

Background Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has felt the necessity to design, develop and organize training programs to technical staff. The council has identified CRIDA as the competent training institute for imparting training on ‘Big data analysis for weather based crop management’ to technical staff of ICAR institutes/SAUS/ICAR funded KVKS. Eligibility Technical staff of […]

NITI Aayog Organizes National Workshop on Harnessing the Potential of Fisheries in Marine States at ICAR-CMFRI

The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), Kochi hosted a high-level national workshop on ‘Harnessing the Potential of Fisheries in Marine States’ on 5th January 2024. The workshop was organised by the NITI Aayog, in association with ICAR-CMFRI and the Department of Fisheries, Government of Kerala.Shri Suman Bery, Hon’ble Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog inaugurated […]

Ernakulam KVK under ICAR-CMFRI Organizes Millet and Fish Festival

Ernakulam Krishi Vigyan Kendra functioning under the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CMFRI) organised a three-day Millet and Fish festival at ICAR-CMFRI, Kochi, Kerala from 28th to 30th December 2023.  The festival, held in line with the observance of the International Year of Millets-2023, had its focus on creating awareness about the rich nutritional value […]

Millet & Fish Festival to be Held in ICAR-CMFRI

The Ernakulam Krishi Vigyan Kendra of the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) will organize a three-day ‘Millet & Fish’ festival on December 28-30 in Kochi, with an aim to create awareness about the rich nutritional value and health benefits of millets, as well as their harmonious fusion with fish for a balanced diet. The […]

Field Day- Peal Millet Cultivation Under Coconut Plantation, At Regional Station Minicoy, Lakshadweep of ICAR- CIARI

The Regional Station of ICAR-CIARI Port Blair conducted a ‘Field Day-Pearl Millet Cultivation under Coconut Plantation’ for the tribal youth of Lakshadweep Islands on December 30, 2023. Dr. Chokkalingam, the principal of Government Polytechnic College was the chief guest. He expressed his appreciation for the ICAR-CIARI for hosting the field day and demonstrating millet farming […]

ICAR-KVK, North and Middle Andaman Organized Training on “Use of Women Friendly Agricultural Implements” at Dharmapur, Shivapuram GP

ICAR- KVK, N&M Andaman (CIARI) organized three day training programme on “Use of Women Friendly Agricultural Implements” at Dharmapur community Hall under Gram Panchayat Shivapuram from 29th December, 2023 to 1st January, 2024 for practicing farmers and farm women. The training was inaugurated by Shri. Venkateswara Rao, Pradhan, Shivapuram Gram Panchayat along with PRI members […]

Dr. S.S. Gosal Introduces PAU’S Blueprint for 2024: Galvanizing Sustainable Agriculture

In a momentous Press Conference convened at the Punjab Agricultural University today, Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, delineated an ambitious roadmap for 2024 while reflecting on the University’s remarkable achievements in 2023. The event, graced by an extensive media presence and key university officials, showcased a strategic vision poised to reshape agricultural paradigms and fortify […]

US Scientist from Purdue Varsity Delves Upon Digital Agriculture at PAU

An Associate Professor from the Agricultural and Biological Division of the Purdue University, USA, Dr Dharmendra Saraswat visited the College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology (COAE&T), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), to participate in talk-cum-interaction meet. The Punjab Chapter of the Indian Society of Agricultural Engineers had successfully organized the meeting with an aim to enlighten […]

Cultivated Seafood: An Initiative for Novel Food by ICAR-CIFE

ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai has taken an initiative to take up research in the area of cellular aquaculture for development of cultivated seafood. Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Director General, ICAR, has approved to take up the novel research in CIFE, Mumbai. The importance of developing cultivated meat has been growing tremendously over the last […]

ICAR- NIPB Celebrates its Foundation Day

ICAR- National Institute for Plant Biotechnology, celebrated its 5th Foundation Day today at B. P. Pal Auditorium, IARI Campus, New Delhi. Dr. Sanjay Kumar, Chairman, Agricultural Scientist Recruitment Board, Dr. T. Mohapatra, Chairperson, The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights, Dr. T. R. Sharma, DDG, Crop Science, ICAR, Dr. D.K. Yadava, ADG, Seeds, ICAR, […]

ICAR-CIAH- CHES Organizes Farmer’s Day for Tribes

ICAR-Central Institute of Arid Horticulture, RS-Central Horticultural Experiment Station, Godhra, Gujarat organised a farmer’s day programme entitled “Sustainable development of tribal farmers through semi-arid horticultural technologies” today under the Tribal Sub Plan scheme at Zizari village, Ghoghamba taluka, Panchmahals district, Gujarat. Mr. Kiran Singh K. Chauhan, Ghoghamba Taluka Panchayat, was the Chief Guest of the […]

ICAR-NBFGR Organizes Skill Enhancement and Resource Distribution Programme

14th January 2024, West Bengal ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources, Lucknow, in collaboration with Dhaanyaganga Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sargachi, Murshidabad; Rathindra Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sriniketan, Birbhum and Hemnagar Sundarban Dream, West Bengal organised three sensitization and capacity development programmes for fish farmers of scheduled caste and scheduled tribe communities at different locations namely Sargachi, […]

National Workshop on Ecosystem Services in Agricultural Landscape of Himalayan Region of India

ICAR- Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone VI, Guwahati in collaboration with Research Complex for North-East Hill Region, Umiam and State Horticulture Research and Development Institute, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh organised a National workshop on Ecosystem Services in Agricultural Landscape of Himalayan Region of India at St. Claret College, Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh, on 11th&12th January […]

ICAR-ATARI, Kolkata Signs MoU with WEBEL, Kolkata for AI/ML Based Farmer Friendly System

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Kolkata, and West Bengal Electronics Industry Development Corporation Limited, Kolkata, today for executing Proof of Concept on plant disease detection and soil quality analysis using artificial intelligence and machine learning Techniques to provide momentum for developing farmer-friendly system. ICAR-ATARI, Kolkata signs MoU […]

PAU to Host 37th Inter-Varsity National Youth Fest 2023-24, Logo Reflects ‘Hunar’

Amidst an assembly of university officers and committee conveners, Punjab Agricultural University’s Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, unveiled the emblematic logo for the 37th Inter-University National Youth Festival 2023-24. Scheduled to transpire from March 28 to April 01, 2024, this national-scale celebration of youthful talents will be hosted at the scenic premises of PAU, Ludhiana. The […]

PAU Cotton Breeder Student and Scientist’s Felicitated at International Conference

Dr Dharminder Pathak, Principal Cotton Breeder, Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), was conferred with “Rao Bahadur V Ramanatha Iyer Award” during the 9th Asian Cotton Research and Development Network Meeting and International Conference on the theme “Innovations for a Resilient and Sustainable Cotton Production and Viable Value Chain,” held at ICAR- […]

ICAR-CIBA has Observed Kisan Diwas at Kasimedu Fishing Harbour, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

National Farmers Day or Kisan Diwas is celebrated every year 23rd December 2023 in the honor of Chaudhary Charan Singh who was the fifth Prime Minister of India. ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (CIBA), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, has observed the Kisan Diwas as an activity of Swachhata Pakhwada at Kasimedu fishing harbour, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, […]

ICAR-CIBA Conducted the Brackishwater Aquaculture Farmers Meet on “Soil Health”

CAR- Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture, Chennai organised “Brackishwater Aquaculture Farmers Meet” at Ellavur, Tiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu on 22nd December, 2023 to observe the World Soil Day. About 75 shrimp farmers from the Gummidipoondi taluk participated in the programme. In his presidential address, Dr. M. Muralidhar, Principal Scientist emphasized the importance of maintaining the soil […]

Training and Exposure Visit for Scheduled Tribe and Schedule Caste Families on Brackishwater Aquaculture Technologies

ICAR-CIBA is undertaking fisheries based livelihood development interventions for the scheduled caste and scheduled tribe families in Pulicat region of Tiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu.  As part of it, three days training cum exposure visit was conducted during 27th – 29th December 2023 for 25 SC and ST beneficiaries from Kattur colony, Kattur laximipuram and Senjiamman villages in […]

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture and M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, Chennai inked Memorandum of Understanding for Collaborative Technology Validation and Extension

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA), Chennai and M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, Tamil Nadu signed a Memorandum of Understanding for collaborative technology validation and extension on 5th January, 2024. The aim of the MoU is to undertake collaborative research cum technology application programme for research uptake on Brackishwater fish farming technology to enhance the livelihoods […]

Smarts Farming Driven by Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence (AI), the technology which is booming high in the present world is sufficiently capable to take up the challenges in Agriculture in a smarter way. Smart farming (SF), the technology where the potentials of AI is integrated with mechanization, sensors and many other areas of information and communication technologies (ICT) is all set […]

PAU College of Agriculture at Ballowal Saunkhri Embrace’s New Year with ‘Sukhmani Sahib’ Path and Cultural Celebration’s

At Ballowal Saunkhri’s PAU College of Agriculture and Regional Research Station, the dawn of the New Year was welcomed with a reverential ‘Sukhmani Sahib’ paath, witnessed heartfelt kirtan performances by both students and faculty, creating an atmosphere steeped in spiritual fulfilment. During the occasion, Dean Dr Manmohanjit Singh highlighted the importance of spirituality in professionalism. […]

ICAR-IIHR Organized “National Conference on Recent Trends and Future Prospects of Floriculture in India”

ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru in collaboration with the Society for Promotion of Horticulture organized 3-day “National Conference on Recent Trends and Future Prospects of Floriculture in India” during 9-11 January, 2024. The conference was inaugurated on 9th January, 2024 by Dr. T. Janakiram, Vice Chancellor, Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University, Andhra Pradesh. The Chief Guest in his keynote address, emphasized […]

Heavy Metal Contamination Issues and Analytical Aspects in Fruits and Vegetables

Date: 19.01.2024 Time of training: 9.30 AM-5.30 PM Last date of receipt of application: 18.01.2024 Course Director: Dr. L. R. Varalakshmi Course Co-Director: Dr. Chethan Kumar G, Dr.Yukti Verma Course Coordinators: Dr. Dhananjaya M. V. CEO, BESST-HORT, Dr. Kalaivanan D, Treasurer BESST-HORT and Team Objectives of the training: 1. To create awareness among the trainees […]

National Conference on “Recent Trends and Future Prospects of Floriculture in India”

Background Information Floriculture is a multi-billion dollar global industry, that includes the production of cut flowers, traditional flowers, bedding and garden plants, foliage plants, potted plants, cut greens, quality seed and planting materials, dry flowers and foliage, landscaping, post-harvest management and value-added products. The diverse agro-climatic conditions prevailing in India favors year round production of […]

Workshop on “Homology Modelling, Virtual Screening of Compounds and Docking”

A workshop on “Homology modelling, virtual screening of compounds and docking” was organized by Department of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Kamdhenu University, Anand in collaboration with “ALTEM Technologies, Bengaluru” on 6th January, 2024 at 3.00 pm in the Conference Hall of Veterinary College, Anand in the august presence […]

Off Campus Training Programme on “ICAR-IIHR Vegetable and Fruits Technologies” for the Tribal Farmers of Bawali, Mysore District

Off campus training programme on “ICAR_IIHR vegetable and fruit technologies” and Inputs distribution at Bawali Village, Heggadadevanakota taluk of Mysore District was organized under TSP project on 07.12.2023 under TSP project. Dr. V. Sankar and Dr. R. Senthilkumar, ICAR-IIHR, Bangalore enumerated the important ICAR-IIHR developed vegetable and fruit technologies suitable for H.D. Kote taluk  of […]

Capacity Building Programme on “Planting Material Production of Horticultural Crops” Organized by CHES, Bhubaneswar, ICAR-IIHR

The Central Horticultural Experimental Station (CHES), ICAR-Indian Institute Horticultural Research (IIHR), and DBT-Institute of Life Science (ILS), Bhubaneswar jointly organized a 3-day training programme on “Planting material production of Horticultural crops” for the farmers of Koraput and Nabarangpur district of Odisha from 19/12/2023 to 21/12/2023 under DBT-Biotech-Kisan project. The lectures on quality planting material production […]

Goat Entrepreneurship Development Day and Training Programme

ICAR-CIRG organized Goat Entrepreneurship Development Day and Training Programme. Dr. N.P. Singh Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Banda University of Agriculture and Technology Banda was the Chief Guest of this Occasion. Dr A.K.Jadaun Director Uttar Pradesh Animal Husbandry Department, Dr Anirban Guha, Asst. Commissioner NLM, DAHD New Delhi, Dr. S.N.Ahmed Deputy Director Livestock Product, MoFPI New Delhi […]

Training Programme on Hybrid Seed Production of Cucurbits

Date: 16-01-2024 to 17-01-2024 Time of training: 9.30 AM to 5.30 PM Last date of receipt of application: 15th of January 2024 Course Director: Dr. Manjunatha Gowda DC Course Co-Director: Dr. B. Varalakshmi, Dr. M. Pitchaimuthu, Dr. M. V. Dhananjaya, Dr. Raja Shanker, Dr. Vivek Hegde Course Co-Ordinator’s: Dr. M. V. Dhananjaya, CEO, BESST-HORT & […]

Hands on Training Programme on ‘Value Addition of Ginger’

One day hands on training programme on ‘Value addition of ginger’ was organized at ICAR-IISR on 8.12.2023 for the staff members of State Horticulture Mission (SHM) and Vegetable and Fruit Promotion council Kerala (VFPCK). Twenty-five participants attended the programme. Technical sessions on processing, value addition and quality management in spices were covered in the programme. […]

EDP on ‘Mushroom Production, Value Addition, and Marketing

The Agri Business Incubation Centre at the ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research organized an Entrepreneurship Development Program on ‘Mushroom Production, Value Addition, and Marketing’ on December 8th 2023. The program was attended by 18 existing and potential entrepreneurs in Mushroom cultivation from Kozhikode and Wayanad districts. Dr. Prakash K M, Subject Matter Specialist from KVK Kozhikode, […]

Human Resource Development Programme on “Contemporary Issues and Recommendations from Network Research in Food Crops for Facilitating OFT Proposals”

A two-day Human Resource Development Program on ‘Contemporary Issues and Recommendations from Network Research in food crops for facilitating OFT proposals’ was organized on 19th and 20th December 2023 by The Directorate of Extension Education, Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya at the Farmer’s Academy & Convention Centre of the university at Kalyani for KVKs of West […]

ICAR-NBAGR Confers Breed Conservation Awards on Rashtriya Kisan Diwas

ICAR-National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources, Karnal, organised “Breed Conservation Award 2023”, today on the occasion of “National Farmers Day” and felicitated animal breeders/farmers and institutions, across the country for their efforts in conserving the indigenous animal breeds. The Chief Guest, Dr. G.K Gaur, Assistant Director General (AP&B), ICAR, congratulated all the winners for their […]

ICAR-CRIDA Celebrates Kisan Diwas

On 23rd December, 2023 (Saturday), a Kisan Mela/Diwas was organized at Malkapur village, Gudi Athnoor Mandal, Adilabad district, Telangana in gracious presence of Dr.Vinod Kumar Singh, Director, ICAR-CRIDA and Scientists from ICAR-CRIDA, Hyderabad. A total of more than 250 farmers participated in the mega event including sarpanch and up sarpanch of the cluster of villages […]

3-Month Training Programme on Crop Production Kick Start’s at PAU

As many as 32 rural youths have enrolled themselves for the three-month training programme on “Integrated Crop Production” which kick started at 2.01.2024 the Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), today. The training programme, organised under the guidance of Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education, will culminate on March 28. In his welcome […]

Hands on Training on ‘Spice Processing’

One day hands on training progrmme on ‘Value addition of spices’ sponsored by District Industries Centre, Wayanad was organized at ICAR-IISR on 21.12.2023 for potential entrepreneurs of Wayanad District. Thirty four participants attended the programme. Technical sessions on value addition, quality management and hands on training on preparation of value added products from ginger were […]

Swachhta Pakhwada 2023

ICAR-IISR successfully hosted the Swachhta Pakhwada 2023 from December 16th to 31st, marking a two-week celebration of cleanliness and awareness. The program commenced with the entire IISR community taking the Swachhta pledge on December 16th, followed by a series of daily activities such as cleanliness drives, tree planting, and awareness programs. The institute extended its […]

Millet Exhibition at ICAR-IISR

ICAR-IISR organized a Millet Exhibition on 27th December 2023 as part of the International Year of Millets Celebrations. The event was inaugurated by the Director, Dr. R Dinesh, and witnessed participation from the heads of divisions, scientists, staff members and students. Various millet varieties, including little millet, proso millet, finger millet, pearl millet, foxtail millet, […]

Commercial Beekeeping Training Concluded, Farmers Day and Mushroom Day Organized

A training on commercial bee-keeping for 35 farmers in Haryana concluded at the Regional Centre of Maharana Pratap Horticultural University, Murthal. The Chief Guest, Dr. S K Malhotra, Project Director, ICAR-DKMA and Former Agriculture Commissioner and Horticulture Commissioner of India, distributed certificates to participants. He emphasized the importance of solidarity with hardworking farmers, whose sacrifices […]

On the occasion of Farmer’s Day, a Three-Day Training Program was Inaugurated by the Northern Temperate Regional Center of ICAR-Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute, Avikanagar, Gadsa.

Auspicious occasion of Farmer’s Day today at ICAR-Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute (CSWRI), North Temperate Regional Center of Avikanagar, Gadsa, District Kullu, Himachal, through three Scheduled Tribe (Tribal Sub Plan) and Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan run by the institute. A one-day (23 to 25 December) training program on “Sheep and Rabbit Farming” was started. Dr. […]

ICAR-VPKAS Organizes National Mushroom Day

ICAR-Vivekananda Parvatiya Krishi Anusandhan Sansthan, Almora,23rd December 2023, organised National Mushroom Day today. The theme was “Mushrooms for doubling the farmer’s income”. Dr. K.K Mishra, Principal Scientist and Head, Crop Protection Division & PI, AICRP on Mushroom project, emphasised the nutritional and medicinal value of mushrooms. He educated farmers about mushroom biodiversity and their edible […]

KVK Moga Host’s Farmer Awareness Programme on Vital Agro-Advisory Service’s in Agriculture

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Moga organized a Farmers Awareness Programme focusing on the “Importance of Agro-Advisory Services in Agriculture” at Madheke village, Nihal Singh Wala block. This program was held under the PAU-IMD Project “Setting up of District Agro Meteorology Unit,” coordinated by PAU and ICAR-ATARI Zone-I, Ludhiana, with the participation of 70 farmers. Dr […]

PAU Imparts Training in Soybean and Milk Processing

The Skill Development Centre at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) conducted a training programme on “Soybean and Milk Processing” in association with the Department of Food Science and Technology. As many as 23 youths and women attended the programme, held under the guidance of Dr MS Bhullar, Director of Extension Education. Dr (Mrs) Rupinder Kaur, Associate […]

“Power Rich” Bio-Functional Foods: Sustainable Technologies for Utilization, Processing, and Marketing

About CAFT Training Power-rich foods (soybeans, shree anna, etc.) are significant due to their exceptional nutrient profiles and health benefits. The changing lifestyle and consumer demands have resulted in a booming food industry, with the increasing adoption of innovative processing technologies for nutrient-dense foods. Their potential to address malnutrition and mitigate lifestyle- related diseases makes […]

40 Trainee’s Attend Training in Natural Farming at KVK Hoshiarpur

A two-day training on “Natural Farming” was organized under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, Ludhiana at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur campus and village Tutomazara. In this training, 40 trainees participated. During the first day of the training at KVK Hoshiarpur campus, Dr Parminder Singh, Associate Professor (Animal Science), welcomed the […]

The ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources, New Delhi Organized the “Germplasm Diversity Day – 2023” at ICAR-NBPGR, Pusa Farm, New Delhi

In his inaugural address, Dr. GP Singh, Director, ICAR-NBPGR, New Delhi stressed on utilizing the Crop Wild Relatives (CWRs) and landraces in Indian breeding programme and establishing collaborative linkages with crop based Institutes for better utilization of the germplasm. During his interaction with the concerned scientists and participants, Dr. AK Vishwakarma, PC, Sesame and Niger […]

Pantnagar Kisan Fair to be Organized Kisan Mela Advisory Committee

Pantnagar Kisan Fair to be organized from 9 to 12 March 2024. Pantnagar. 26 December 2023 | The meeting of Kisan Mela Advisory Committee was organized in the university under the chairmanship of Vice Chancellor Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan. In the meeting, it was unanimously decided that the upcoming 115th All India Kisan Mela will […]

Field Day Under HDPS Cotton Special Project at Medipally kalan by DAATTC, Tandur

DAATTC-ARS, Tandur organized field day on High Density Planting System Cotton under special project ICAR-CICR titled “Targeting technologies to agro-ecological zones-large scale demonstration of best practices to enhance cotton productivity” under NFSM 2023 at Vishvardhan Reddy field in Medipally Kalan (vil), Pudur (Mandal), Vikarabad district on 13.12.2023. Dr. B. Venkatesh (YP-II) has welcomes the farmers […]

KVK, Palem Conducted a Diagnostic Field Visit in Rabi Crops of Vasanthapur Village

KVK, Palem conducted a Diagnostic field visit in Rabi crops of Vasanthapur village, Bijinepally Mandal, Nagarkurnool District on 11.12.2023. Diagnostic field visit was conducted by KVK, Palem at Vasanthapur village where maximum area is under Rabi groundnut and maize cultivation. Rabi groundnut sowings were taken up during II FN Sep to I FN Oct with […]

KVK, Palem Organized Field Day on “High Density Planting System (HDPS)” at Vasanthapur Village

KVK, Palem organized Field Day on “High Density Planting System (HDPS)” at Vasanthapur village, Bijinepally Mandal, Nagarkurnool District on 16.12.2023. A field day on High density planting system in cotton was organized at Vasanthapur village in Sri. Anjaneyulu’s field. Generally in Vasanthapur village, the maximum area under cotton cultivation. Dr. T. Prabhakar Reddy, Programme Coordinator […]

ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources Organizes Farmers Plant Genetic Resources Conservation Awareness Programme and Citrus Biodiversity Fair under NEH Scheme

“Biodiversity fair cum plant genetic resources conservation awareness programme was organized at ICAR-NBPGR, Regional Station, Umiam on 9th December, 2023. In both the programmes more than 100 farmers each participated and demonstrated the diversity of indigenous crops. In the programme at NBPGR RS, Umiam farmers from the villages of Sumer, Pyllun and Lumdaitkla under Ri-Bhoi […]

PJTSAU, Rajendranagar – Get DGCA Approval for Drone Pilot Training

The Director General of civil Aviation (DGCA) has approved the “PJTSAU Drone Academy” for establishing Remote Pilot Training Organization (RPTO) to provide agri-drone pilot training to farmers/diploma holders/ Agri graduates/unemployed rural youth with the assistance from M/s. Marut Drone tech Private Limited, Hyderabad for a period of ten (10) years. PJTSAU has immensely contributed to the development crop specific […]

KVK Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Hosts Comprehensive Training on Natural Farming

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Langroya, and Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar held a two-day training programme on natural farming at Alowal village from December 14th to 15th, 2023. The participation of 40 farmers and farmwomen enriched this initiative to promote sustainable agricultural practices. Mrs Renu Bala, Demonstrator (Home Science), commenced the training by warmly welcoming the […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Empowers Farmer’s Through Dairy Farming Training Program

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bahowal, Hoshiarpur, in collaboration with Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, Ludhiana, consistently conducts skill development courses to promote alternative livelihoods. Recently, a ten-day vocational training on dairy farming was held at KVK premises from December 6th to 19th, 2023. This initiative attracted 26 participants, including farmers, farm women, and […]

KVK, Palem Scientist Participated a Workshop on Millets and Given Guest Lecture on “Nutritional importance of Millets and Export Potentiality of Millets in the form of Value Added Millet Products” As Part of IYoM-2023 Activity at Agricultural College

Mrs. E. Jyoshna, SMS (Home Science) given guest lecture on “Nutritional importance of Millets and Export Potentiality of Millets in the form of Value Added Millet Products” as Part of IYoM-2023 Activity at Agricultural College Palem on 16.12.2023. Explained about the Significance of Millets addition in to the daily food plate. Role of Millets to […]

Formation of Self-Help Groups Under Farmer First Project

Two women self-help groups were formed by surveying Suryajala village block Bhimtal by the Farmer First Project on 29.12.2023 run under the Department of Agricultural Communication of the University. Of these groups formed under the project, one group was formed for food processing and the other group for mushroom production. In both the groups, village […]

21-Day ICAR Facilitated Training Programme Concludes at PAU

The 34th national level three-week ICAR sponsored CAFT programme on “Climate Smart Strategies to Increase Input Use Efficiency of Soil and Water Resources,” organized by the Department of Soil Science, concluded at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. A total of 11 scientists from ICAR institutes and State Agricultural Universities representing six states of the country attended the […]

PAU Student’s Transform Rural Live’s via Green Glory, Mushroom Revolution and Bakery Brilliance

The Punjab Agricultural University’s dynamic Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE) students unleashed a wave of empowerment in the heart of Jarkhar and Jaspal Bhangar villages. In a groundbreaking initiative, the RAWE students dived headfirst into a vibrant training programme, turning these villages into hubs of skill development for the Scheduled Caste (SC) communities. Mushroom cultivation, […]

KVK, Ropar Hold’s Farmer Awareness Programme on Agromet Advisory Service’s

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ropar organized an awareness programme on “Agromet Advisory Services” at village Agampur, block Anandpur Sahib, under the PAU-IMD project ‘Setting up of District Agro Meteorology Unit.’ It was conducted under the aegis of PAU and ICAR-ATARI Zone-I, Ludhiana, in which a total of 51 farmers and farm women participated. Sh Dharamveer […]

PAU Scientist’s Assess Crop Condition’s in Moga and Muktsar Sahib District’s

A team of scientists from Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, embarked on a field expedition to evaluate crop conditions across various locations in the districts of Moga and Muktsar Sahib. Their extensive survey covered key areas including Chand Purana Tibia, Baronke (Smalsar), Panj Grain Kalan, Goniana, Balamgarh, and Muktsar Rural on December 15, 2023. The preliminary […]

PAU Train’s Farmer’s and Youth’s in Agro- Processing and Value Addition

The Skill Development Centre of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) conducted a five-day training course on December 18.12.2023 “Setting up of Agribusiness” for the farmers, rural women and rural youths of Punjab at University campus, Ludhiana; Bathinda and Mansa. A total of 36 trainees participated in the course which was held under the guidance of Dr […]

PAU Empowers SC/ST Farmer’s Through Vegetable Cultivation Training

In a collaborative effort between the Department of Vegetable Science, PAU, Ludhiana, and USF in Usman, Tarn Taran, a five-day training course on ‘Protected Cultivation and Nursery Raising of Vegetables’ was conducted from December 11th to 15th, 2023. The course aimed to empower SC/ST farmers by imparting crucial knowledge on advanced cultivation techniques. Dr Parvinder […]

Demonstrations on Kisan-Drone held at Kharsawan, Jharkhand

A ‘Demonstration cum Awareness Program on Kisan Drone’ was held on the occasion of ‘Shahid Kisan Mela’ organised at Gondpur village in Kharsawan district of Jharkhand on 1st January 2024. Live demonstrations on drone flying were conducted to spread the awareness on applicability of drones in spraying of agro-chemicals. More than 500 farmers were present […]

Quinquennial Review Team (QRT) visited ICAR-DWR, Jabalpur

The high level Five Year Review Team (QRT) meeting was held at ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur on January 03-04, 2024. The chairman and members of the high level committee QRT reviewed the research programs going on in the directorate and visited the field. During this, Chairman of the Committee, Dr. R.K. Malik, Consultant, International […]

PAU Strategizes to Meet Surging Demand for Fruit Plants and Floriculture Crop’s

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, recently convened a significant meeting led by Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, the Vice-Chancellor, to address the surging demand for fruit plants and high-value floriculture crops developed by the institution. The meeting witnessed the presence of eminent figures such as Dr. Ajmer Singh Dhatt, Director of Research, Dr. Manav Indra Singh […]

PAU Issues Vital Advice Amid Late Blight Threat to Tomato and Potato Crop

In response to the recent weather conditions favouring the outbreak and spread of late blight, the Punjab Agricultural University has issued crucial guidance for farmers to protect their tomato and potato crop. Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, the Vice-Chancellor, and Dr. Ajmer Singh Dhatt, Director of Research, emphasized the urgent need for proactive measures to mitigate […]

Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) for Sustainable Production of Tropical Tuber Crops

About ICAR-CTCRI The ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI), a constituent institute under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research was established in 1963 and has a Regional Station at Bhubaneswar, Odisha. All India Coordinated Research Project on Tuber Crops (AICRP-TC) functioning at CTCRI headquarters at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala takes care of the research, development and extension […]

Advances in Plant Biotechnology and Molecular Biology for Crop Improvement

About ICAR-CTCRI The ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (ICAR-CTCRI), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, was established in July 1963 and its Regional Station in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, in September 1976. It also houses the headquarters of the All India Coordinated Research Project on Tuber Crops (AICRPTC), functioning since April 1968, and the Indian Society for Root Crops (ISRC), established […]

KVK Langroya Empowers Farmer’s with Natural Farming Insight’s at Village Janiwal

In a bid to foster sustainable agricultural practices, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Langroya (Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar) organized an awareness camp on ‘Natural Farming’ at village Janiwal on 12-12-2023. The event drew participation from 64 enthusiastic farmers and farm women, seeking knowledge and insights into this eco-friendly approach. Dr Arti Verma, Assistant Professor, Vegetable Science at […]

PAU-Trained Agripreneur Showcase’s Diverse Millet Creations

Ms. Ritu Aggarwal, a Ludhiana-based agripreneur trained at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), captivated the attention of university officials and industry experts as she presented her diverse range of millet-based products during her visit to the campus. In the presence of Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor of PAU, and university dignitaries including Dr. Rishi Indra Singh […]

Punjab Agricultural University Empowers Farmer’s Through Vermicomposting Training

The School of Organic Farming, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kheri, conducted a training course titled “Vermicompost Production Technologies” on December 8, 2023. This initiative was part of a project funded by the National Horticulture Mission and took place at KVK Sangrur, Kheri. Dr SS Walia, Director of the […]

Training Programme on “Production Technologies in Rabi Sunflower” and “Exposure visit to Meteorological Observatory” by Agricultural Research Station

A Training programme on “Production technologies of rabi sunflower” and “Exposure visit to Meteorological observatory” was organized by Agricultural Research Station, Tornala to input dealers under DAESI program (Diploma in Agricultural Extension Service for Input Dealers) on 14-12-2023 at ARS, Tornala. As a part of programme, Dr. S. Sridevi, Principal Scientist and Head, ARS, Tornala, […]

ICAR Short Course on Soil Pollutants Impact Assessment and Remediation of Contaminated Soil

Background: Post liberalization in 1991, India has recorded considerable industrial growth; industry accounts for more than 30 % of GDP. However, such impressive industrial growth has also been ascribed to the increasing threat to the environment from emission industries. discharge and disposal of pollutants urbanization in the country has also posed risk to the agroecosystem […]

PAU Organizes Training Camp’s on Mushroom Cultivation, Bakery and Nutrition Garden

The Department of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organised training camps on “Bakery, Nutrition Garden and Mushroom Cultivation” under entrepreneurship programme for schedule caste ( ICAR, New Delhi) in the villages of Lalton Khurd, Thakkarwal, Dhaipai and Mansuran of Ludhiana district. Dr Kuldeep Singh, Head, Department of Extension Education, informed that the trainings were […]

PAU Student’s Hail SH Narendra Modi’s Encouraging Words on Viksit Bharat

The students of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) enthusiastically attended the launch of “Viksit Bharat@2047: Voice of Youth” consultation programme, in which Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi called upon the youths to contribute to building of a developed India. Urging the youth to become disciplined and law-abiding citizens, the PM stated, “Our whole […]

KVK Kapurthala Conducted Vocational Training on Protected Cultivation and Nursery Raising

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Kapurthala, in collaboration with Department of Vegetable Science, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana conducted vocational training course titled “Protected Cultivation and Nursery Raising of Vegetable Crops” from December 04 to December 08, 2023. Dr Ruma Devi, Asstt. Prof. (Veg. Sci.) initiated the programme by highlighting the significance of maintaining healthy vegetable nurseries […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Organizes Awareness Camp on Natural Farming at Village Punjab

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur organized an awareness camp on “Natural farming” at village Punj on 8-12-2023. At the outset, Dr Ajaib Singh, Assistant Professor (Agricultural Engineering), KVK Hoshiarpur welcomed the farmers/farm women and highlighted the importance of natural farming in the present context. He also threw light on the initiatives undertaken by the KVK for […]

“State-of-the-art Instrumentation for Appraising Soil Biogeochemical Processes and Microbial Diversity with Respect to Soil-Climate Feedback Response”

About the Institute The Indian Institute of Soil Science (ICAR-IISS) is a research institute under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Government of India. The Institute was established on 16th April, 1988 at Bhopal with a mandate of “Enhancing Soil Productivity with Minimum Environmental Degradation”. To […]

PAU Promotes Gur/Shakkar and Natural Vinegar Making

With a desire to help farmers and rural women become self-reliant, the Skill Development Centre of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) conducted a five-day training course on “Safe Methods of Gur and Shakkar Making as well as Preparation of Natural Vinegar from Apple and Sugarcane Juices.” The course, which witnessed the participation of 45 Punjab farmers […]

A Three-Day ILRI-IVRI Joint Training on ‘Food Safety Epidemiology’

A three-day ILRI-IVRI joint training on ‘Food Safety Epidemiology’ was organized at IVRI during December 11-13, 2023. The training workshop was a part of the joint ILRI-IVRI project on “One Health Initiative to improve food safety in poultry value chain in Uttar Pradesh, India’. Thirty-nine participants including scientists and students from divisions of Veterinary Public […]

Eastern Regional Station-ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute organized a Goat Promotional Programme at Dihi Village in West Bengal

The Eastern Regional Station (ERS) of ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Kolkata and Bharat Sevashram Sangha (BSS), Khurigacchi, Sonarpur jointly organized a ‘Goat Promotional Programme’ among the rural women at Dihi village on 19th of December, 2023. Dihi village is a large village under Sonarpur block of South 24 Paraganas District. The scheduled caste SC) […]

Organization of a Gosthi cum Awareness Programme at Makaltala village of Habra-I Block, West Bengal under DAPST

ICAR-IVRI, Eastern Regional Station, along with IRRI, New Delhi (Collaborative Project); and SEVA (NGO), Atghara, Baduria organized a gosthi cum awareness programme on 21st December 2023 at Makaltala village of Habra-I Block, West Bengal under Developmental Action Plan for Schedule Tribes (DAPST). The event, which comprised a gosthi and animal health awareness programme, aimed to […]

TEC-IVRI Pune Organised Monitoring, Advocacy Services and Health Checkup of Goats at Valati, Thorandale and Nagapur Villages of Ambegaon Taluka (Maharashtra) under SCSP Programme

TEC-ICAR Pune along with Department of Animal Husbandry, Maharashtra State, organised follow up visits, advisory services, deworming of goats, distribution of mineral and vitamin mixture, and data recording on performance of goats at Valati, Thorandale and Nagapur villages of Ambegaon taluka in Pune district under SCSP programme on 20th December 2023. Dr SK Das, Principal […]

A One-Week Vocational Training Program on “Goat Rearing” Concluded at Krishi Vigyan Kendra Fatehgarh Sahib.

A one-week vocational training program on “Goat Husbandry” was organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib from 06.12.2023 to 12.12.2023 under the guidance of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. This training program Dr. Conducted under the guidance of Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib, 25 farmers and youth from across the […]

TEC ICAR-IVRI Pune Organized One-Day Training on “Integrated Livestock Farming for Livelihood Improvement” at Chinchgavhan Fata, Jalgaon District (Maharashtra) Under SCSP Programme

TEC ICAR-IVRI Pune in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Jalgaon and State Animal Husbandry Department organized one-day training on “ntegrated Livestock Farming for Livelihood Improvement” at Chinchgavhan Fata, Jalgaon District (Maharashtra) under SCSP programme on 28th November 2023. (Group photo of trainees with the training coordinators) A total of 391 farmers participated in the training […]

SKUAST-K Student’s Immerse in Practical Food Science Insight’s During PAU Visit

A group of students from the Division of Food Science and Technology at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Science and Technology, Shalimar, Srinagar, visited the Department of Food Science and Technology at Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, on December 11, 2023. The primary focus of this educational excursion was the Food Industry Business Incubation Centre, where Dr […]

PAU Fruit Scientist Visits Bangladesh as Visiting Professor

Dr Sandeep Singh, a Principal Entomologist (Fruits), Department of Fruit Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), visited Sylhet Agricultural University, Sylhet, Bangladesh as a Visiting Professor from December 2 to 7, 2023. Dr Singh also delivered an invited lecture during the workshop on “Vector Borne Diseases” and performed duty as Panelist during this workshop. Dr Singh […]

ARS, Karimnagar Organized Training Programme on Zero Tillage Maize Management Practices and Input Distribution to the SC Farmers under Schedule Caste Sub Plan

Agricultural Research Station, Karimnagar organized Training Programme on Zero tillage maize management practices and distribution of inputs to the SC farmers of Gumlapur, Katnapalli, Chityalapalli and Mallannapalli villages of Choppadandi mandal, Karimnagar District under SCSP sub plan of AICRP on maize, ICAR-IIMR, Ludhiana. The Principal Scientist (Agro.) and Head Dr. G. Manjulatha, ARS, Karimnagar addressed […]

Webinar on Natural Farming at EEI, Hyderabad

Natural farming improved soil fertility, environmental health as well as helps in the reduction of greenhouse emimins and also premises the enhancement of farmers income. Helps to maintain environment health by reducing the level of pollution it reduces human and animal health hazards by reducing the level eeriness in the product. It helps in keeping […]

ICAR-NAARM Organizes Skill Development Training on Millets Value Addition

On the eve of celebrating International Year of Millets 2023, ICAR-NAARM organized six days Skill Development Training Programme on “Value added Products with Millets” for scheduled caste women under SC Sub Plan at SAIRD KVK, Gaddipally, in Suryapet district of Telangana from 07-12th October 2023. A total of 25 scheduled caste Women from Gaddipally, Ponugodu, […]

KVK, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Organizes Vocational Training on “Mushroom Cultivation and Processing

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, under the guidance of Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR, ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, organised a vocational training programme on “Mushroom Cultivation and Processing” from December 1st to 7th, 2023. Under the guidance of Dr Arti Verma, Assistant Professor (Horticulture) at KVK, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, participants delved into […]

PAU Explores Collaboration with Charles Darwin University for Sustainable Agriculture Advancement’s

In a three-day visit on 8 to 10.12.2023December, a student delegation led by Professor Kamaljit Sangha from Charles Darwin University in Australia immersed themselves in the sustainable agricultural initiatives at Punjab Agriculture University (PAU), Ludhiana, here today. Their engagement centered on exploring collaborative opportunities between the two esteemed institutions to bolster sustainable farming practices. During […]

Training of Trainers on Use of Digital Gadgets in Agriculture

Prologue Use of digital gadgets in Agriculture which started off as limited small scale pilots a couple of decades ago, is currently gaining momentum. Emerging technologies like Geo-spatial, Internet of Things (IOT), Robotics etc. offer smart and innovative utilities that can constructively disrupt agricultural value chains. Several stakeholders including government, civil society, private etc. have […]

CAR-NBPGR has Organized a Plant Genetic Resources Conservation Awareness cum Farmers Fair at Borjuli Village, Rangapara Block of Sonitpur District in Assam.

The ICAR-NBPGR has organized a Plant Genetic Resources Conservation Awareness cum Farmers Fair on 17th November, 2023 at Borjuli Village, Rangapara block of Sonitpur District in Assam. This programme was organized at “Biodiversity Heritage” site of wild rice (Oryza rufipogon) involving the Biodiversity Management Committee and Gram Panchayat of Borjuli under the NEH Scheme. The […]

A Group of 65 Students from College of Agriculture, Amreli, Junagarh Agriculture University Gujarat Visited ICAR-NBPGR Regional Station Jodhpur

“A group of 65 students, pursuing B.Sc. (Ag.) from College of Agriculture, Amreli, Junagarh Agriculture University Gujarat visited ICAR-NBPGR Regional Station, Jodhpur on 09.12.2023. The scientists and technical staff of the Station interacted with the students regarding mandate and activities of ICAR-NBPGR in general and ICAR-NBPGR RS Jodhpur in particular. The students were made aware […]

ICAR-NBPGR, Regional Station Umiam Organized “Citrus Biodiversity Fair and PGR Conservation Awareness Programme” in the Garo Hills of Meghalaya under NEH Scheme

“ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources, Regional Station Umiam in collaboration with Department of Horticulture, North Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Tura Campus at Tura, West Garo Hills, Meghalaya organised a One Day “Citrus Biodiversity Fair and PGR Conservation Awareness Programme” for the farmers of Garo Hills on 11th December, 2023. The program was attended by […]

Training on Good Agricultural and Collection Practices of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants

A one-day training programme on 21st December 2023 Good Agricultural and Collection Practices (GACP) of medicinal and aromatic plants was organised by the ICAR-Directorate of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Research, Anand. Dr. Manish Das, Director, ICAR-DMAPR, emphasised post-harvest management of M&APs which play an important role in fetching a premium price for the produce. He […]

9th Foundation day of ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research

ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research, Hyderabad commemorated its 9th foundation day today 21st December 2023. The Chief Guest, Dr. Tilak Raj Sharma, Deputy Director General (Crop Science), ICAR, applauded the efforts of the Institute in developing rice technologies for the benefit of the farmers and consumers and emphasized the importance of research in bringing in […]

Empowerment of Farmers: ICAR-NBAIM Organizes “Mitti Vandan” Training Program for Sustainable Agriculture

To enhance soil health and promote sustainable agricultural practices and eco-friendly agriculture, ICAR-National Bureau of Agriculturally Useful Microorganisms (ICAR-NBAIM), Mau, Uttar Pradesh today 27.12.2023 organized a farmer training program named “Mitti Vandan”. Inauguration of the program, Dr. S.C. Dubey, Assistant Director General (PP&B), ICAR. Appreciating the work done by the Bureau, Dr. Dubey stressed the […]

Agricultural Education Day was Celebrated by C.A, R’nagar to Commemorate the Birth Celebrations of the First President of India Dr Babu Rajendra Prasad

Agricultural Education Day was celebrated by College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar to commemorate the birth celebrations of the first president of India Dr Babu Rajendra Prasad. On the occasion, an exhibition was organized for the benefit of the school children to create awareness on the agriculture and agricultural education. The exhibition was inaugurated by Dr. M. […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra Mansa Conducted a Five-Day Training Course on Mushroom Cultivation and Processing

Dr. Shi Vigyan Kendra, Mansa to promote ancillary businesses. Under the able leadership of Gurdeep Singh Deputy Director Training Krishi Vigyan Kendra Mansa from 4.12.2023 to 08.12.2023, a five-day vocational training course was conducted on “Cultivation and Processing of Mushrooms”. During the training, Dr. B.S. Senkhon, Assistant Professor (Vegetable Science), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Mansa, while […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Organized Seminar on Agricultural Technologies for Conversion of Waste to Wealth under Swachh Bharat Mission

As part of the implementation of the Swachh Bharat Mission, A seminar on “Agricultural Technologies for Conversion of Waste to Wealth” was organized in hybrid mode on 22.12.2023.  Dr. Sujata Saxena, Director In-charge, ICAR-CIRCOT, presided over the seminar in the presence of Dr. N. Shanmugam, Head, Mechanical Processing Division. Dr. Saxena,  In her opening remarks, […]

ICAR- CIRCOT Training on Electrospinning for Nanofiber Production

ICAR-Central Institute of Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai organized a three-day training programme on ‘Electrospinning for Nanofiber Production’ during Dec 18-20, 2023. This self-financed training programme was attended by nine participants comprising faculties, research scholars and Scientists from various academic and ICAR institutions. In addition to Maharashtra, trainees from Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Punjab attended […]

Visit of Students from Rachana Sansad’s School of Fashion & Textile Design to ICAR-CIRCOT

A team of Students and faculty members of Rachana Sansad’s School of Fashion & Textile Design, Mumbai visited ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai on 18th December, 2023. They were shown Mechanical Processing Division, Quality Evaluation and Improvement Division and Exhibition room. The concerned scientists and technical staff elaborated about the different products, machineries, equipment available in the institute. They were also explained about […]

9th ACRDN Meeting & International Conference Concluded with Key Recommendations for the Cotton Community

Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Secretary DARE and DG, ICAR inaugurated the 9th Asian Cotton Research & Development Network (ACRDN) meeting & International Conference on “Innovation for a Resilient and Sustainable Cotton Production and Viable Value Chain” at ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (CIRCOT), Mumbai on 6th December 2023.  This programme was co-hosted by ICAR-CIRCOT […]

Industry Minister Inaugurated the Workshop on the Topic of Conference of Farmers, Agricultural Entrepreneurs, Startups and Investors on Nutritious Grains in Bihar Agricultural University

A two-day workshop on the subject of nutritious grains and a conference of farmers, agricultural entrepreneurs, startups and investors is being organized from today at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour Bhagalpur. This workshop was inaugurated by the Honorable Industries Minister of Bihar, Government of Bihar, Shri Sameer Kumar Mahaseth. In this conference, agricultural entrepreneurs, farmers and […]

Agricultural Research Station, Tornala, Siddipet Celebrated World Soil Day

Agricultural Research Station, Tornala, Siddipet celebrated World Soil Day by conducting an awareness programme on “Soil and Water: a Source of life” on 05-12-2023 to the students of Model School, Irkode, Siddipet duly involving the students of Agriculture Polytechnic, Tornala. At the outset the views and ideas students on the importance and management of soil […]

The Off Campus Training Programme was Organized at Puri District , Odisha

Disaster management in agriculture and allied sectors involves proactive planning and strategies to minimize the impact of natural or man-made disasters on crops, livestock, and the overall agricultural ecosystem. Understanding the vulnerabilities and potential risks faced by agriculture, including floods, droughts, storms, pests, and diseases. Developing early warning systems and preparedness plans to mitigate these […]

The Off Campus Training Programme was Organized at APSSRDI, Kirikera, Hindupur

Sericulture is a very important domestic industry in many countries. India and China are the world’s leading producers of silk. The silk output of these two countries combined accounts for over 60% of global production. Technologies such as gene therapy, gene editing, Nano-biotechnology, transgenic technology etc. are being used to address a variety of challenges […]

EEI – On Campus Training Programme on Post-Harvest management, Value Addition Marketing and Extension Strategies for Promotion of Millets

Post-Harvest Management, Value Addition Marketing, and Extension Strategies for Promotion of Millets are crucial for agricultural officers in India as they enhance their understanding of efficient harvesting, storage, and processing techniques, ensuring minimal post-harvest losses. Additionally, these programs empower officers with knowledge on value addition, enabling them to guide farmers in transforming millets into higher-value […]

KVK, Malyal –Distribution of Sunhemp Seed Under TSP 2023-24” at KVK, Malyal

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal distributed 4.4q Sunhemp seed to tribal farmers under Tribal Sub Plan project, 2023-24 at KVK, Malyal on 05-12-2023. Dr. S. Malathi, Programme Coordinator, Dr. N. Kishore Kumar, SMS (Extension), Dr. E. Rambabu, SMS (Horticulture), Sri. B. Kranthi Kumar, SMS (Crop Production) and 22 tribal farmer beneficiaries from Eshwaragudem and Doravarivempally villages […]

KVK, Palem & RARS Palem Jointly Organized Survey, Monitoring of Oil Palm and Diagnostic Field Visit in Wanaparthy & Nagarkurnool Districts

KVK, Palem & RARS Palem jointly organized Survey, monitoring of Oil Palm and Diagnostic field visit in Buddaram, salkarpet, chakalpally, killa ganpur, managipet, boothpur (V), wanaparthy & Nagar kurnool districts on 24.11.2023. data recorded on growth of oil palm orchards. Data recorded on farmers opinion and knowledge on crop. Identified crop specific problems like crown […]

DAATT Centre, Tandur Conducted Field Day on at Nizampet Medipally on HDPS Cotton under Special Projection 4th November 2023

DAATTC-ARS, Tandur organized field day on High Density Planting System Cotton under special project ICAR-CICR titled “Targeting technologies to agro-ecological zones-large scale demonstration of best practices to enhance cotton productivity” under NFSM 2023 at Gopal Reddy field in Medipally (vil), Pudur (Mandal), Vikarabad district on 04.12.2023. Dr. B. Venkatesh (YP-II) welcomes the farmers & guests. […]

DAATT Centre Tandur Conducted Field Day On HDPS Cotton at Gattupally Village Pudur Mandal Vikarabad District on 02-12-2023

DAATTC-ARS, Tandur organized field day on High Density Planting System Cotton under special project ICAR-CICR titled “Targeting technologies to agro-ecological zones-large scale demonstration of best practices to enhance cotton productivity” under NFSM 2023 at B. Sudhakar field in Gattupally (vil), Pudur (Mandal), Vikarabad district on 02.12.2023.  Dr. B. Venkatesh (YP-II) welcomes the farmers & guests. Mr. […]

Chrysanthemum Show Concludes at PAU, Gets Breath-Taking Response

A two-day 26th Chrysanthemum Show concluded at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) amidst breath-taking response from the flower lovers. The delightful blend of vibrant hues in countless chrysanthemums captivated the spectators at the show. Mr Sandeep Rishi, Commissioner, Municipal Commissioner, Ludhiana and Chief Administrator, Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority (GLADA), was the chief guest on the occasion. […]

167 Farmers and Farm Women’s Attend PAU Kisan Club Training Camp

A total of 167 farmers and farm women attended the monthly training camp of PAU Kisan Club, organised at the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. Agriculture and home science experts explained weed management in rabi crops, importance of micronutrients, disease control in crops, goat farming for additional income, bioenzymes – an organic cleanser, and preparation […]

PAU Organized a One-Day Training Program for Women Farmers

PAU A one-day monthly training program of Kisan Club (Ladies Wing) was organized by the Skill Development Center. On 7.12.2023 this occasion, Coordinator of Kisan Club (Ladies Wing) Dr. Rupinder Kaur said that 42 women farmers participated in this camp. He said that on this occasion Dr. Urmila Gupta, Head, Department of Microbiology shared practical […]

PAU Microbiologist Deliver’s a Lecture at International Conference

Dr GS Kocher, Principal Microbiologist, Department of Microbiology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), was invited to deliver a lead lecture on “Strategies for Pretreatment of the Lignocellulosic Compounds – The Key Step to Bioethanol Production” at the 64th International Conference of Association of Microbiologists of India (AMI) on “Microbes for life: Lifestyle for the environment – A […]

Flower Enthusiast’s Throng Chrysanthemum Show at PAU

Flower enthusiasts thronged the “Chrysanthemum Show” on 6.12.2023 which kicked off in the premises of Dr Manmohan Singh Auditorium at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. The two-day show, dedicated to a legendary Punjabi poet Bhai Vir Singh who was an ardent lover of flowers, has been jointly organised by the Department of Floriculture and Landscaping […]

Strengthen Connect with Farmer’s PAU to Scientists

At the monthly review meeting for extension and research work, deliberations centered around sowing of wheat, paddy straw management, off season management of cotton sticks, yield prospects of cotton, and seed sale of PAU wheat varieties. Chairing the meet, Dr GPS Sodhi, Director of Extension Education, exhorted the extension scientists to strengthen their in-field and […]

KVK Ropar Empowers Farmer’s in Soil Conservation on World Soil Day

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Ropar, under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, commemorated World Soil Day on 5.12.2023 in the villages of Jhandian (Nurpur Bedi block) and Mahlan (Block Ropar). Dr Satbir Singh, Deputy Director (Training) of KVK Ropar, guided the celebrations to raise awareness and inspire […]

World Soil Day Organized at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala

On the occasion of World Soil Day, Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana, Patiala organized a program on 5.12.2023 at village Chapar with the message ‘Soil and Water: Source of Life’ in which 50 farmers participated. done In this program Dr. Gurupdesh Kaur, in-charge, greeted the farmer heroes. He informed about the activities […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Empowers Farmer’s on World Soil Day at Burobari Village

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, observed World Soil Day at Burobari village, Mahilpur block, emphasizing the significance of soil testing for agricultural success. Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training) at KVK Hoshiarpur, led the event with an overview of the day’s importance and insights into ongoing extension activities benefitting local farmers. Dr Bons stressed the pivotal role of […]

PAU Celebrates World Soil Day

The Department of Soil, Sciences, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), celebrated World Soil Day in association with the trainees of Centre for Advance Faculty Training (CAFT). Dr DK Benbi, Former National Professor and Honorary Scientist, Department of Soil Science, who was the chief guest, stressed upon sequestering soil carbon and keeping the soil healthy for sustaining […]

PAU Expert’s Advocate Soil Testing on World Soil Day

The Soil and Water Engineering Club, Department of Soil and Water Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), celebrated the World Soil Day (WSD) under the theme “Soil and Water: A Source of Life.” The chief guest Dr GPS Sodhi, Director of Extension Education, emphasized the need for soil and water testing, and the use of fertilizers […]

Honey, A Nutritional Food for All Age Groups: PAU Expert

“Honey, which is well-known for its biological, physiological and pharmacological activities, is a highly nutritional food for all the age groups,” observed Dr Sonika Sharma, a food and nutrition expert, at the monthly training camp of the Progressive Beekeepers Association (PBKA), held at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. As many as 28 beekeepers attended the […]

PAU Sign’s MoA for Commercialization of Chili and Tomato Hybrids

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has inked a pact with ACSEN Agriscience Private Limited, Gurugram for the commercial seed production of chili hybrid – CH 52 and tomato hybrid – PTH 2. The Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) was signed by Dr Ajmer Singh Dhatt, Director of Research, PAU and Mr Girish Patil, Vice-President, ACSEN Agriscience […]

A Training Platform was Built in Village Badali for the Maintenance of Paddy Straw

Krishi Vigyan Kendra Fatehgarh Sahab and KVK for conservation of paddy straw from Attari Zone-1. A training platform was created in the adopted village of Badali. About this Dr. Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director, Krishi Vigyan Kendra Fatehgarh Sahab elaborated that this training platform was built 20 days ago on the farm of Krishi Vigyan […]

KVK Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Empowers Enthusiast’s with Bakery and Confectionery Artistry in Vocational Training Program

Under the patronage of Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, conducted a vocational training on the ‘Art of Preparing Bakery and Confectionery Products from November 20th to 24th, 2023. Led by Mrs Renu Bala, Demonstrator of Home Science at KVK Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, the training […]

PAU Receives Best Chapter Award From Nutrition Society of India

The Ludhiana Chapter of Nutrition Society of India, embedded in the Department of Food and Nutrition, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), was conferred with the “Best Chapter Award,” out of 22 chapters across India, for its outstanding contributions in advancing nutritional awareness for the year 2022-23. The Convener of the chapter, Dr Kiran Bains, Dean, College […]

Agri-Engineering College at PAU Goes Down Memory Lane

About 150 alumni, residing in various corners of India, converged at the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) to go down memory lane and share a warm bonhomie at the Annual Alumni Meet on 25.11.2023 of the College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology (COAET), PAU. The alumni were accompanied by their families. The Alumni Association of the […]

Canada Based : PAU Alumnus Visited Punjab Agricultural University

The President of PAU Sports Association in North America and an alumnus of 1982 batch Mr Randeep Sandhu visited Communication Centre of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today and interacted with the officials of the Centre. Mr Sandhu, who was a national hockey player, recollected the sweet memories of his student life at PAU. “I have […]

Vocational Training on Bakery and Confectionery Concludes at KVK, Fatehgarh Sahib

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib, conducted a five-day training programme on 24.11.2023 the “Preparation of Bakery and Confectionery Products.” Dr Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib, gave details about the training programme and emphasized that such training programmes were need of the hour. “Learning skill and applying it to […]

PAU All Set to Hold Annual Conference of ISADP on November 29-30

The Department of Economics and Sociology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), is all set to organize a two-day Virtual Annual Conference of the Indian Society of Agricultural Development and Policy (ISADP) on November 29 and 30. Based on the theme “Pathways to Sustainable Agricultural Development,” the conference will address many issues under three sub-themes comprising empowering […]

Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-ATARI Empower Farmers in Protected Vegetable Cultivation

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Amritsar, under the joint initiative of Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, Ludhiana, hosted a transformative five-day vocational training course titled ‘Protected Cultivation of Vegetable Crops’ from November 20th to 24th, 2023. This intensive programme witnessed the active participation of farmers and rural youth hailing from the districts of Amritsar and […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala Conducted a Vocational Training Course on Processing of Fruits and Vegetables

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala organized a five day training program on Fruits and Vegetables Processing from 20.11.2023 to 24.11.2023. Course coordinator of the training program. Rajni Goyal, Professor (Food Technology) imparted training on making various substances from fruits and vegetables. During the course, the trainees got to know the method of preparing different marmalade, candy, […]

ICAR Sponsored Training Course on Climates Smart Strategies Kick’s off at PAU

The 34th national level three-week ICAR sponsored Centre for Advanced Faculty Training (CAFT) programme on “Climate Smart Strategies to Increase Input Use Efficiency of Soil and Water Resources” kicked off in the Department of Soil Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). Scientists from six states comprising Gujarat, Bihar, Telangana, Haryana, Jammu and Tamil Nadu are attending this […]

PAU Invite’s Application’s for Innovative Farmer Award’s 2024

The Directorate of Extension Education of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has invited applications from the farmers of Punjab for the “Innovative Farmer Awards 2024.” The progressive farmers of Punjab will be felicitated during the PAU Kisan Mela in March 2024 for their excellence in agriculture, horticulture and allied occupations. Giving details, Dr GS Buttar, Director […]

PAU Warns Farmers Against Late Blight Potato Disease

Experts of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) have cautioned the farmers against the attack of late blight disease in potato crop. Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, PAU, advised the potato growers to adopt PAU recommendations for timely management of potato disease, which if not controlled can damage the entire crop. Dr PS Sandhu, Principal Plant Pathologist […]

PAU Imparts Candle Making Training to School Student’s

Under All India Coordinated Research Project-Women in Agriculture (AICRP-WIA), the Department of Resource Management and Consumer Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a hands-on-training on “Candle Making” at Government Senior Secondary Smart School, Halwara. The motive of the training was to pitch an idea of entrepreneurship development under the Business Blaster programme. A total of […]

Training Programme on Clothing Embellishment Concludes at KVK, Ropar

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ropar organized a five-day training course on the “Embellishment of Clothing through Different Techniques” under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), and ICAR-ATARI Zone-1. About 18 participants participated in the training. During the inaugural session, Dr Satbir Singh, Deputy Director (Training), KVK, Ropar, discussed the […]

KVK Fatehghar Sahib Wraps up Comprehensive Dairy Farming Training

A programme on dairy farming, held from November 14 to November 23, 2023, concluded successfully at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib. The training witnessed enthusiastic participation from 12 farmers and aspiring-youth keen on enhancing their knowledge in this field. Dr Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training) at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib, inaugurated the […]

Expert Train’s Microbiology Student’s in Entrance Exams

The Department of Microbiology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a guest lecture on 23.11.2023 “Career Opportunities in Basic Sciences” under ICAR-1 grant for strengthening and development of higher education in India. Mr Vimal Bhutani, Founder, Biotech Sapiens, delivered a talk, highlighting the avenues open for the students after M.Sc in Life Sciences. He emphasized the […]

2-Month Rawe Programme Concludes at PAU, Student’s Lauded for Their Effort’s

At the concluding function of the two-month Rural Awareness Work Experience (RAWE) programme, final-year students of B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) showcased their dedication and innovation through power point presentations and model exhibition. The programme, designed to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and practical application, witnessed active participation of 16 groups, […]

TAC Meeting at PAU Discusses Vital Agro-Economic Research

A special gathering of the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) for the Agro-Economic Research Centre, Department of Economics and Sociology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, was convened which was attended by Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, the PAU Vice-Chancellor, and Sh. Arun Kumar, Sr. Economic & Statistical Advisor from the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Govt. […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Drive’s Natural Farming Event; Empowers Self-Help Groups in Neela Naloya Village

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, organized an impactful event at village Neela Naloya, hosting an awareness camp and chaupal charcha, focused on natural farming and strengthening self-help groups. The gathering, held on 19-11-2023, was recorded by DD Kisan Channel from Doordarshan, New Delhi. Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training) at KVK Hoshiarpur, delved into […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Host’s Vocational Training on Advanced Vegetable Cultivation Techniques

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, in collaboration with Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, Ludhiana, conducted an enriching vocational training course titled “Protected Cultivation and Nursery Raising of Vegetable Crops” from November 14 to November 22, 2023. The inaugural day witnessed Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training) at KVK Hoshiarpur, extending a warm welcome […]

PAU Expert Demonstrates Naturally Brewed Vinegar Production

The Department of Microbiology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized one-day training on “Mushroom Cultivation and Vinegar Production” at Halwara, Ludhiana under ICAR-1 for strengthening and development of higher education in India. A total of 20 trainees benefited from this training programme. Dr Keshani, Extension Scientist (Microbiology), demonstrated naturally brewed vinegar production from different fruits and […]

PAU Hold’s Presentation’s for ‘Dr Sukhdev Singh Prize for Essay and Oration’

Keeping with its annual tradition of awarding ‘Dr Sukhdev Singh Prize for Essay and Oration, 2022’, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, held presentations of the essays on the topics: “Brain Drain in Agriculture” and “Diamond Jubilee: A Leap in Sixty Years by Punjab Agricultural University” for the said prize in the Committee Room of the […]

Pull Your Socks up and Work Harder to Stop Wheat-Paddy Stubble Fire’s: PAU to Scientist’s

With spike in paddy residue burning cases, extension functionaries of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) were asked to take the matter seriously in the light of recent snubbing by the top court of India. Chairing the 21st meeting of the Extension Council, Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), called upon the extension scientists to […]

PAU to Hold Chrysanthemum Show on December 6-7

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) will hold the two-day “Chrysanthemum Show” in the premises of Dr Manmohan Singh Auditorium, PAU, Ludhiana on December 6 and 7. The Department of Floriculture and Landscaping in association with the Estate Organization will hold the show which will be inaugurated by Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, PAU on December […]

PAU Expert’s Educate Rural Women’s on Food Preservation

The Department of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a training programme on “Food Preservation” in the village Alamgir, wherein as many as 48 rural women participated. The programme was held under the guidance of Dr Kuldeep Singh, Head, Department of Extension Education. While welcoming the participants, Dr Dharminder Singh, Principal Extension Scientist, motivated […]

PAU’s Village Attachment Training Yield’s Fruitful Result’s

Planting of variety of fruit trees, transforming the landscape, promoting a greener environment and addressing the field-related challenges faced by the villagers were the major highlights of the training programme, organised by the students of the Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), in the village Saya Khurd. The programme also focused on […]

PAU Take’s out Rally on Social Issues

The students of the Department of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organised a rally in the village Lalton Khurd with the objective of raising awareness about the prevalent social issues among the rural population. Under the guidance of Dr Lakhwinder Kaur, Extension Scientist and overseer of Rural Agricultural Work Experience group, the students passionately […]

PAU’S Induction of a New Registrar Begins with a Comprehensive Briefing on Research, Extension, and Academic Frontiers

A pivotal meeting chaired by PAU Vice Chancellor Dr Satbir Singh Gosal marked the induction of Shri Rishi Pal Singh IAS as the newly appointed Registrar at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. The session aimed to immerse Dr Singh in the university’s multifaceted landscape, offering insights into its academic, research, and extension endeavors. In-depth presentations […]

Annual Conference of ISADP Concludes at PAU, Best Paper’s of Economist’s Rewarded

The two-day Annual Conference of the Indian Society for Agricultural Development and Policy (ISADP) concluded at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). The virtual conference, where a total of 50 papers were presented, saw the participation of 170 participants from Punjab, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Haryana, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh and Jammu. On the […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Raises Awareness on Natural Farming

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur, organized an Awareness Camp on Natural Farming on November 15, 2023, at its campus. At the same time, live webcast of online release of the 15th instalment of PM-KISAN Scheme by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India was also organized. While welcoming the farmers and farm women in the camp, Dr Maninder […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Establishes Learning Platform for in-Situ Management of Paddy Residue

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, has been advocating non-burning of paddy residue and popularization of paddy straw management techniques for avoiding environmental degradation by launching regular campaigns. To make the farmers aware about the different paddy residue management technologies, the district level extension agency of PAU – Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bahowal, Hoshiarpur, conducted demonstrations and […]

PAU Agrineers All Set to Hold Annual Alumni Meet ‘Moments 2023’ on November 25

The Grand Annual Alumni Meet “Moments 2023” of the College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), will be organized on November 25, 2023. Alumni, covering a wide spectrum of time (since 1969), will throng to their College along with their families. Alumni from across the world are expected to participate in the […]

PAU Organized an Awareness Camp on Crop Diversity and Stubble Conservation

PAU students conducted an awareness camp under Rawa with the objective of diversifying the existing wheat-paddy crop rotation for cultivation of fruits, vegetables, flowers and agroforestry crops besides crop residue management. In this camp, awareness was spread about proper management of stubble and importance of horticulture in agricultural diversification. This camp was organized by the […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur Organized an Awareness Program for School Students Regarding Straw Maintenance in village Baliyan of Sangrur.

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur organized an awareness camp for the students of Government Senior Secondary Smart School, Baliyan on November 15, 2023 under Paddy Stubble Management Awareness Campaign. This camp was organized by Associate Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kheri Dr. Organized under the leadership of Mandeep Singh. During this awareness program Dr. Mandeep Singh, […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Implements PAU Smart Seeder for Sustainable and Clean Farming Practices

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Bahowal, Hoshiarpur spearheaded an effort to promote eco-friendly agricultural practices through a field demonstration of the PAU Smart Seeder in Daata village on November 14, 2023. Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training) at KVK Hoshiarpur, stressed the collective responsibility of farmers in curbing environmental contamination, particularly the hazards associated with […]

Vocational Training Course ON “Pig Farming” Conducted at KVK Amritsar

A seven days vocational training course on “Pig Farming” was organized under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, Ludhiana at KVK, Amritsar from 7.11.2023 to 16.11.2023 in which 20 farmers and rural youth from the districts of Amritsar and Tarn Taran participated. The training course was organized under the able guidance of […]

IAS Officer Sh.Rishi Pal Singh Takes Helm as Registrar at PAU

Sh. Rishi Pal Singh (IAS) officially joined as the new Registrar of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, amidst a gathering comprising the Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, and officers of the university. Dr. Gosal, extending a warm welcome, highlighted the dawn of a new era in PAU’s pursuit of excellence in agricultural education and research. Recognizing […]

Year-Long Horticulture Supervisor Training Course Concludes at PAU

A year-long Horticultural Supervisor Training Course for the session 2022-23 concluded at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. Dr GS Buttar, Director of Extension Education, was the chief guest at the farewell and certificate distribution function. In his concluding address, Dr Buttar highlighted the importance of horticulture and advised the trainees to become self-employed for economic […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Holds Awareness Camp on Natural Farming at Village Haripur

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, organized an awareness camp on natural farming in collaboration with the Innovative Farmers Association (Regd.) at village Haripur on November 17, 2023. The event drew the participation of proactive farmers dedicated to natural farming practices, emphasizing its significance in contemporary agricultural landscapes. Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training) at […]

KVK, Wyra Participated in an Awareness Programme on Best Management Practices in Chillies at Repallevada village of Enkoor Mandal of Khammam District in Coordination with IFFCO.

Dr. I.V.S. Reddy, Professor and University Head, Department of Horticulture, Agricultural College Aswaraopet, addressed the gathering on the integrated crop management practices in Chillies and interacted with the farmers. Dr. A. Sailaja, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Wyra, explained post-harvest management practices in Chillies to reap qualitative yield and remunerative price. She also emphasized on the importance […]

KVK, Malyal Organized Training Programme on Yasangi Crops to Tribal Farmers Under Tribal Sub Plan Project, 2023-24 at KVK, Malyal

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal organized Training programme on Yasangi crops to tribal farmers under Tribal Sub Plan project, 2023-24 at KVK, Malyal on 14-11-2023. Dr. E. Rambabu, SMS (Horticulture) briefed about IPM in Chili with special emphasis on leaf curl virus and wilt management. Sri B. Kranthi Kumar, SMS (Crop Production) explained about suitable varieties, […]

KVK, Palem Conducted Demonstration of Flower Harvesting Basket to the Farm Women at Palem Village

KVK, Palem conducted Demonstration of Flower Harvesting Basket to the farm women at Palem village, Bijinepally mandal, Nagarkurnool dist. on 14.11.2023. Mrs.E.Jyoshna, SMS(H.Sc) Conducted Method demonstration on Flowers harvesting Baskets to the Farm women in the marigold field. Explained about the advantages of Flower Harvesting Basket. Importance of using Drudgery Reducing farm implements towards the […]

Field Day on “High Density Planting System (HDPS) in Cotton” ARS & DAATTC, Tornala

A field day on “High Density Planting System (HDPS) in Cotton” was organized by DAATTC & ARS, Tornala on 18-11-2023. Dr. S. Sridevi, Principal Scientist and Head, ARS, Tornala welcomed the farmers and briefed about the techniques to be followed in high density cotton cultivation method to cotton growing farmers of Siddipet district and also […]

Fresher’s Day Celebrations at Agricultural Engineering Polytechnic, Kandi, Sangareddy

As per the guidelines of UGC regulations on curbing the Menace of Ragging in Higher Educational Institutions, 2009, vide. Lr. No. F.1-15/2009 Anti-Ragging cell and Prevention of Ragging Menace in college of PJTSAU, Agricultural Engineering Polytechnic, Kandi, Sangareddy organised Fresher’s Day on 09.11.2023. The fresher’s day celebrations commenced at 3.00 PM by Agricultural Engineering Polytechnic […]

PAU Observes World Diabetes Day

In a proactive initiative to mark World Diabetes Day on 15.11.2023, the Department of Food and Nutrition organized a comprehensive camp at PAU Health Centre, focusing on diabetes awareness, nutritional education and health assessment. The Dean, College of Community Science, Dr Kiran Bains, while appreciating the efforts of the students, emphasized on the rising prevalence […]

PAU Student’s Organized Diverse Camps on Agriculture and Environmental Issues

In an endeavor towards sustainable living, Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE) students from Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organized different camps encompassing diverse themes such as food processing, crop residue management, celebration of Green Diwali, planting kitchen gardens and fruit trees, and paddy straw management. The activities performed in the village Jarkhar unfolded as a platform […]

Awareness Camp Organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur on the Importance of Organic Fertilizers

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur, in collaboration with the Department of Microbiology, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, organized an awareness camp on the importance of organic fertilizers at village Rampur Sainia, block Mahilpur on November 10, 2023. At the beginning of the camp Dr. Maninder Singh Bounce, Associate Director, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur formally welcomed the farmers/farmer […]

PAU Scientist’s and Student’s win Laurel’s at Indian Horti-Congress

Four faculty members and five students of the College of Horticulture and Forestry (COHF), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), have won laurels in the 10th Indian Horticulture Congress, organized by the Indian Academy of Horticultural Sciences, New Delhi at the Assam Agricultural University, Guwahati from November 6-9, 2023. Dr Anirudh Thakur, Professor of Fruit Science, was […]

PAU Trains Youth’s in Nutritional Value Enhancement

A total of 18 youths attended the five-day training course on the “Enhancement in Nutritional Value through the Use of Cereals, Pulses, Millets and other Crops” which concluded at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) under the aegis of NIDHI-TBI scheme and guidance of Dr GS Buttar, Director of Extension Education. Dr Rupinder Kaur, Associate Director (Skill […]

Under the Leadership of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Gardaspur, the College Students were Motivated not to Burn Straw

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Gurdaspur organized an awareness camp for the students of Golden Group of Institutions, Gurdaspur on 10 November 2023 under Paddy Straw Management Awareness Campaign. This camp was organized by Associate Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Gurdaspur. Organized under the leadership of Sarabjit Singh Aulakh. During this awareness program Dr. Sarabjit Singh Aulakh, […]

KVK, Wyra has Conducted Kisan Mela on HDPS Cotton and Agricultural Exhibition

Today, the world uses more cotton than any other fiber and has hundreds of uses in our day to day lives. Clothing and household items are the largest uses along with industrial products accounting for many thousands of bales. All parts of the cotton plant are useful. The most important is the fiber or lint […]

HDPS Cotton” under ICAR-CICR Special Project on Cotton Under NFSM 2023 by KVK, Malyal

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal organized Field day on “HDPS Cotton” under special project on Cotton, ICAR-CICR titled “Targeting technologies to agro-ecological zones-large scale demonstration of best practices to enhance cotton productivity” under NFSM 2023 at Bayyaram Village, Bayyaram Mandal, Mahabubabad district dated on 09.11.23. Field day organized at Sri Gandrathi Bhaskar Reddy’s HDPS Cotton field. […]

Fresher’s Day celebrations at Agriculture Polytechnic, Tornala on 10-11-2023

KVK, Palem organised Training programme on ”Integrated crop management in Ridge gourd” at KVK, Palem, Nagarkurnool dist. on 08.11.2023. Dr. Adhi Shankar, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Palem has given Training on high yielding variety and hybrids, seed treatment, integrated nutrient management, and integrated pest and disease management. Explained special operations like drip and mulching systems, biofertilizer […]

Four Day International Conference on Plant Health Management- Innovations and Sustainability was Inaugurated at PJTSAU Rajendranagar, Hyderabad

Four days International Conference on Plant Health Management – Innovations and Sustainability was inaugurated which was organized by Plant Protection Association of India at PJTSAU Hyderabad on 15 th November 2023 Thursday. Addressing the inaugural session, the chief guest M. Raghunandan Rao, APC and Secretary, Dept. of Agri and Cooperation, Govt. of Telangana and Vice […]

PAU Imparts Training in Role of IOT in Technology Transfer

The Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a two-day training course on the “Role of Internet of Things (IOT) in Transfer of Agricultural Technologies” for in-service candidates. A total of seven officers from various departments of Punjab attended the course, held under the guidance of Dr GS Buttar, Director of Extension Education. Dr […]

The Members of PAU Flower Growers Club Met the Vice Chancellor of PAU Today

PAU Flower Growers Club members today PAU Vice Chancellor Dr. Met with Satbir Singh Gosal. The club members asked for their solution to the problems arising in the cultivation and marketing of flowers. Club President Gurpreet Singh Shergill and the members discussed the issues of marketing of flower crops and suggested formation of Farmer-Producer Organizations […]

PAU A Symbol of Dignity and Pride was Released by the Vice Chancellor

In a brief and impressive ceremony, PAU Vice Chancellor Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal P.A.U. The new tie has been released for the use of officers, staff, students and alumni He said on this occasion that P.A.U. Being associated with is such a pride which will be felt more through this tie This tie is called […]

PAU Trains Farmer’s in Weed Management in Wheat

The Department of Agronomy, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a training programme on “Weed Management in Wheat” at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Faridkot. Twenty farmers from different villages of Faridkot participated in the training programme that was held in collaboration with Farm Advisory Service Centre, Faridkot. The training programme was organized under SCSP component of the […]

PAU Youth Fest Concludes on a Colorful Note, Agri-College Lifts Overall Trophy

The Inter-College Youth Festival concluded at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) amidst gaiety and vitality. The high-spirited Punjabi folk dances giddha and bhangra electrified the atmosphere and won all admiration from the spectators. The College of Agriculture (COA) lifted the overall trophies in fine arts, literary, heritage, music and theatre events, while the College of Community […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Gurdaspur Organized Exhibitions on Stubble Management

  Krishi Science Center of Punjab Agricultural University, Gurdaspur along with raising awareness about stubble management, going to villages and conducting exhibitions of different techniques to manage paddy stubble in the fields, said Dr. Sarabjit Singh Aulakh, Associate Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Gurdaspur said that the exhibiting farmers used different farming machinery like smart […]

PAU Organizes Farm Women’s Sammelan

The College of Community Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a “Farm Women Sammelan” at the village Sudhar. As many as 80 rural women participated in the programme, held under the guidance of Dr Kiran Bains, Dean, College of Community Science, PAU and as a part of the All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) – Women […]

PAU Alumna Designs Logo of Horticulture College of PAU

The logo of College of Horticulture and Forestry, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), has been developed and designed by alumna Ishwinder Kaur, who passed out Bachelor’s in Agricultural Engineering, and Masters in Processing and Food Engineering from College of Agricultural Engineering, PAU. The newly designed logo has been approved by the competent authority and was selected […]

KVK Kapurthala Advance’s Crop Residue Management with Innovative Learning Platform’s

To tackle the challenge of crop residue management in the vast paddy fields spanning 1.20 lakh hectares in Kapurthala district, the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Kapurthala, has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative. The organization, led by the dynamic team of Dr Harinder Singh, Dr Bindu, and Dr Amit Salaria, has developed a comprehensive Learning Platform showcasing […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Showcases Sustainable Wheat Sowing Through Happy Seeder

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bahowal, Hoshiarpur, the district-level extension agency of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, organized a demonstration on the use of the “Happy Seeder” for wheat sowing at the farm of progressive farmer Sh Jasbir Singh in village Feroze Raulian, block Tanda, on November 8, 2023, as part of an ongoing campaign on paddy residue […]

KVK Fatehghar Sahib Drives Awareness Against Paddy Residue Burning in Collaboration with Local School

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Fatehgarh Sahib, in collaboration with the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, and ICAR-ATARI Zone 1, Ludhiana, conducted an awareness campaign to address the issue of paddy residue burning at Government Senior Secondary School in Panjoli Kalan on November 6, 2023, drawing active participation from approximately 100 students. Dr Vipan Kumar Rampal, […]

PAU Youth Fest Enters Eighth Day, Kangna and Vansh Declared Best Actor’s

Two students, namely Kangna of College of Basic Sciences and Humanities (COBSH) and Vansh Sharma of College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology (COAET) were adjudged as the Best Actor and Best Actress, respectively during the ongoing Inter-College Youth Festival at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). The youth fest entered eighth day and featured events such as […]

World Soil Day Celebration 2023

World Soil Day (WSD) is held annually on 5 December as a means to focus attention on the importance of healthy soil and to advocate the sustainable management of soil resources. An international day to celebrate soil was recommended by the International Union of Soil Sciences (IUSS) in 2002. World Soil Day 2023 and its […]

Coimbatore is all Set to Announce the International Conference on “Emerging Post Harvest Technologies for Shelf Life Enhancement and Valorization of Horticultural Crops”

Overview Horticultural College and Research Institute, Coimbatore of Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, (TNAU) in association with Society for Promotion of Horticultural Science and Technology (SOPHOST), HC&RI, Coimbatore is all set to announce the international conference on “Emerging post harvest technologies for shelf life enhancement and valorization of horticultural crops” (ICPHTV’24) that is scheduled to be […]

Application form for Participation in Training Course on “Smart Breading for Climate Resilient Agriculture”

The world’s agricultural landscape is confronting unprecedented challenges driven by the rapidly changing climate. Escalating temperatures, capricious rainfall patterns, and a surge in extreme weather events are exerting immense pressure on global food production systems. In this critical juncture, plant breeding emerges as the linchpin to shield humanity from impending agricultural threats posed by climate […]

AGRI PITCHFEST 2023 Innovate to Change the Future of Food and Agriculture

About the organizer TNAU E-YUVA Centre, is a pre-incubation center functioning in the Department of Plant Biotechnology, Centre for Plant Molecular Biology & Biotechnology (CPMB&B) to nurture innovative ideas among UG, Post Masters and Post Doctoral students in the field of biotechnology and allied sciences. It is now organizing the Agri PitchFest 2023, an ideathon […]

KVK, Malyal Conducted Awareness Programme on Natural Farming under Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal conducted Awareness Programme on “Natural Farming” under Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas at TSP adopted village (Eshwaragudem, Kothaguda Mandal) on 24-11-2023. Dr. E. Rambabu, SMS (Horticulture) explained about tribal freedom fighters, government schemes for the development of tribal people. During this event he explained about importance of Natural Farming which helps in improvement […]

KVK, Wyra Participated in an Awareness Programme on Best Management practices in Chillies at Repallevada village of Enkoor Mandal of Khammam District in Coordination with IFFCO

Dr. I.V.S. Reddy, Professor and University Head, Department of Horticulture, Agricultural College Aswaraopet, addressed the gathering on 17.11.2023 the integrated crop management practices in Chillies and interacted with the farmers. Dr. A. Sailaja, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Wyra, explained post-harvest management practices in Chilies to reap qualitative yield and remunerative price. She also emphasized on the […]

Field Day on “High Density Planting System (HDPS) in Cotton” ARS & DAATTC, Tornala

A field day on “High Density Planting System (HDPS) in Cotton” was organized by DAATTC & ARS, Tornala on 18-11-2023. Dr. S. Sridevi, Principal Scientist and Head, ARS, Tornala welcomed the farmers and briefed about the techniques to be followed in high density cotton cultivation method to cotton growing farmers of Siddipet district and also […]

Agricultural Research Station, Karimnagar Organized Meeting on Good Agriculture Practices for Rabi Maize Production and Distribution of Inputs to the Farmers

Agricultural Research Station, Karimnagar organized meeting on 20.11.2023 Good agriculture practices for Rabi maize production and distribution of inputs to the farmers of Ramadugu, Saidapur, Jammikunta , Odela mandal of Karimnagar District, Raikal mandal of Jagtial district. Dr.D.Sravani, Scientist (Plant Breeding) welcomed the dignitaries on the Dias. The Principal Scientist (Agro.) and Head Dr. G. […]

National Constitution Day Celebrated at Agricultural College Aswaraopet

Constitution day of India was celebrated at Agricultural College, Aswaraopet on 26th November 2023, the celebrations were began with the garlanding of portrait of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar by the students and staff members and also offered floral tributes. While addressing the gathering, the staff members of the college highlighted the importance of Constitution Day […]

KVK Fatehghar Sahib Empowers Student’s to Combat Paddy Residue Burning

In a concerted effort to combat the practice of paddy residue burning, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Fatehgarh Sahib, organized a one-day awareness campaign at Government Senior Secondary School in the village of Amloh on November 9, 2023. Under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, and ICAR-ATARI Zone 1, Ludhiana, this […]

PAU VC Unveils Foundation Stone of Mushroom Composting Unit

Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), unveiled the foundation stone of the Mushroom Composting Unit at Dr HS Garcha Mushroom Laboratories, Department of Microbiology, PAU. Speaking on the occasion, the chief guest Dr Gosal laid stress on the development of heat tolerant and browning resistant improved strains of mushrooms using biotechnological tool, […]

PAU Invites Applications from Young Farmer’s for Crop Production Training Course

In an endeavor to provide livelihood security and conservation of resources, the Skill Development Centre of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has invited applications from the young farmers of Punjab for the three-month training programme on “Integrated Crop Production,” slated for January 1 to March 29, 2024. The interested candidates, aged between 20-40 as well as […]

KVK, Bathinda Concludes Vocational Training in Fruit, Vegetable, and Milk Value Addition

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bathinda successfully wrapped up a 10-day vocational training programme under the ARYA Project, focused on enhancing skills related to value addition in fruits, vegetables, and milk. Commencing from November 17, 2023, to December 1, 2023, the programme saw the participation of 25 trainees hailing from various villages, including farmers, farm women, […]

KVK Malyal Organized “Kisan Mela cum Agriculture Exhibition” as part of the CICR Special Project on Cotton under NFSM (2023-24)

KVK, Malyal organized “Kisan Mela cum Agricultural Exhibition” as part of the CICR Special Project on Cotton, “Targeting technologies to agro- ecological zones-Large scale demonstration of best practices to enhance cotton productivity’’ under NFSM (2023-24) at KVK, Malyal premises on 21-11-2023. The programme started with inauguration of agricultural exhibition by Dr. R. Uma Reddy, ADR, […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Organizes Awareness Campaign to Curb the Practice of Paddy Residue Burning at Govt High Smart School, Balhadda

Under the ongoing efforts, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur conducted an awareness programme for mobilization of school students to curb the practice of paddy residue burning at Govt. High Smart School, Balhadda of Dasuya block in Hoshiarpur district on 8th November, 2023. At the outset, Smt. Nirmala Devi, Headmistress, Govt. High Smart School, Balhadda welcomed the experts […]

Information Obtained by the Students of Government Senior Secondary School, Dittupur, Patiala Regarding Handling of Paddy Straw

An awareness seminar was conducted at Government Senior Secondary School, Dittupur, Patiala on 7th November, 2023 under the campaign to prevent paddy stubble burning by Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Patiala. Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala organized an awareness rally to create awareness among the students about the harm caused by burning paddy […]

Control Gullidanda in Wheat During Sowing: PAU Tells Farmer’s

Experts of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) have cautioned the farmers against the emergence of gullidanda (Phalaris minor) which has been the most troublesome weed in wheat. Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, PAU, warned that gullidanda if not controlled in-time, will lead to reduced wheat grain yield. About gullidanda management, Dr MS Bhullar, Head, Department of […]

Day 7: Theater Events Steal the Show at PAU Youth Fest

Theatre and dance events stole the show on the seventh day of the Inter-College Youth Festival at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. Students gave scintillating performances by demonstrating their acting and dancing skills in mime, bhand, mono acting, one act plays and group folk dances. The drama items, touching the present-day societal issues, kept the audience […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Promotes Eco-Friendly Farming Practice’s with Surface Seeder Demonstration’s

To encourage eco-friendly farming practices and reduce crop residue burning, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Hoshiarpur organised a demonstration on surface seeder technology in collaboration with the award-winning Lambran Kangri Multipurpose Cooperative Service Society Limited, on November 6, 2023. It is pertinent to mention that the Lambran Kangri Society already has a well-established custom hiring center dealing with crop […]

PAU Students Promote Entrepreneurship Development via Value Addition

In an effort to promote entrepreneurship development, the Rural Agricultural Work Experience students of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organized a training camp on the “Value Addition of Fruits, Vegetables and Food Grains” for the women of the village Kila Raipur. The camp saw an active participation of 20 farm women, who were enthusiastic to […]

Soil Scientist Dr. Manmohanjit Singh Appointed as First Dean of PAU-College of Agriculture, Ballowal Saunkhri

In a significant development, the Board of Management of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, has appointed Dr Manmohanjit Singh, a distinguished Soil Scientist and former Director of the Regional Research Station at Ballowal Saunkhri, as the inaugural Dean of the newly established PAU-College of Agriculture, Ballowal Saunkhri. Dr. Singh’s journey at PAU has been marked […]

Dr. Manjeet Singh Assumes Deanship at PAU’S College of Agricultural Engineering

Dr Manjeet Singh, a distinguished professional with over 27 years of experience, including four years in administrative leadership as the Head of the Farm Machinery and Power Engineering department, has taken on the role of Dean at the College of Agricultural Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). Dr Singh’s appointment spans a four-year term. Throughout his […]

Under the Leadership of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur, the School Students gave a Pledge not to Burn Straw

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur organized an awareness camp for the students of Government Senior Secondary Smart School, Thalesan on November 07, 2023 under Paddy Stubble Management Awareness Campaign. This camp was organized by Associate Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kheri Dr. Organized under the leadership of Mandeep Singh. During this awareness program Dr. Mandeep Singh, […]

Stop Straw Blaze: PAU VC Appeals to Punjab Farmer’s

In view of the directions from the Supreme Court of India asking the Punjab farmers to immediately stop stubble burning, the Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Dr Satbir Singh Gosal has appealed to the farmers to not burn crop residue as the residents were gasping for the breath due to severe air pollution. “Ever […]

KVK Kapurthala Empowers Aspiring Beekeepers Through “Introductory Beekeeping Course”

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Kapurthala, took a significant step in promoting beekeeping as a subsidiary occupation by organizing a comprehensive five-day vocational training course titled “Introductory Beekeeping Course from October 23, 2023, to October 30, 2023. The event saw active participation from 13 individuals representing various villages in the Kapurthala and Jalandhar regions. Dr Harinder […]

Punjab Agricultural University Promotes Sustainable Paddy Residue Management with Kisan Goshthi

In a dedicated effort to curtail the environmental degradation caused by paddy residue burning, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, has been actively advocating non-burning practices and encouraging the adoption of innovative paddy straw management techniques. Recently, PAU’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bahowal, Hoshiarpur, organized a farmer-focused Kisan Goshthi on paddy residue management technologies. During this event, held […]

PAU Student’s Organized a Series of Impactful Activities at Saya KHURD

Contemporarily when the public is battling air pollution as a result of increasing farm fires, the final year B.Sc. Agriculture students of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) put up a united effort to combat the issue of paddy stubble burning by organizing a village-wide rally at Saya Khurd. The rally aimed to raise awareness about […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Promotes Clean Farming with PAU Smart Seeder

As part of the ongoing initiative to address paddy residue management and promote environmentally responsible farming practices, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Bahowal, Hoshiarpur, organized a field demonstration of the PAU Smart Seeder in Thinda village on November 5, 2023. During the event, Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training), KVK Hoshiarpur, emphasized the collective responsibility […]

US Scientists Extol PAU’s Fruit Science Initiatives

Three eminent scientists, namely Dr Lourdes Cordes, Center Director; Dr Megan Dewdney and Dr Tripti Vashisth from Citrus Research and Education Centre, University of Florida, USA, were on a three-day visit to Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), its research station and processing plant. The delegation members were highly impressed by the fruit science initiatives taken by […]

PAU Trained Startup’s Exhibit Products at World’s Food INDIA 2023

Four startups, trained by the Punjab Agri Business Incubator (PABI) of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), participated and exhibited their products at the World Food India 2023, New Delhi, organized by the Government of India. The University trained startups including Repeat Gud Pvt Ltd, Promeat, Ruhvinile Biomedical OPC Pvt Ltd and Mapik Foods Pvt Ltd, […]

PAU Empowers Rural Women via Training in Bakery

Empowering rural women to become self-reliant, the Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE) students of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) hosted a training programme on the “Preparation of Bakery Products” for the Self-help Group (SHG) women of the Nurpur Bet village. The purpose of the training was to share information on various entrepreneurial training programmes run […]

PAU Inter-College Youth Festival Celebrates Virasati Vangiyan (HERITAGE EVENTS)

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, currently hosting its Inter-College Youth Festival that commenced on November 01, 2023 in the PAU campus, entered its fourth day today. The festival that celebrates youth and its unlimited channels of talent is being held under the stewardship of Dr Nirmal Jaura, Director Students’ Welfare (DSW), PAU. In all, […]

Protected Cultivation, a Way to Nutritional and Economic Security: PAU Expert’s Tells Growers 3

The Department of Vegetable Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized an online webinar on “Protected Cultivation of Vegetable Crops” under the guidance of Dr Tarsem Singh Dhillon, Head, Department of Vegetable Science. As many as 52 farmers and students of various departments participated in the webinar. Speaking on the occasion, Dr Dhillon highlighted the scope […]

KVK Kapurthala Engages Village School’s to Combat Crop Residue Burning

In a proactive effort to tackle the issue of crop residue burning, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Kapurthala, under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I organized a competition involving village school students. The event was held at Government High School, Khassan, on November 3, 2023, and featured slogan writing, essay writing, […]

Student’s Unlock Talent in Fine Art’s and Literary Item’s at PAU Youth Fest

Students unlocked their hidden talent in collage making, creative writing, cartooning, rangoli, photography, and quiz competitions on the second day of the Inter-College Youth Festival at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. They demonstrated their aesthetic abilities on the topics “Still Life” and “Mother and Child” in collage making competition as well as photography skills on […]

A Monthly Training Camp for Farmers’ Wives was Organized in PAU

PAU One day monthly training program of Kisan Club (Ladies Wing) organized at Skill Development Centre. On this occasion, Coordinator of Kisan Club (Ladies Wing) Dr. Rupinder Kaur said that 52 farmer women participated in this camp. He said that instead of market sweets during festivals, we can prepare clean and nutritious sweets at home […]

PAU and Flower Grower’s Discuss Cultivation and Marketing Related Issue’s

During the monthly training camp for the PAU Flower Growers Club, farmer members sought solutions to the flower cultivation and marketing related issues. As many as 60 flower growers attended the camp that was held at the Skill Development Centre of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. Dr Parminder Singh, Head, Department of Floriculture and Landscaping, […]

PAU Inter-College Youth Festival Enters Thirds Day

The Punjab Agricultural University’s ‘ Inter-College Youth Festival’, organized under the guidance of Dr Nirmal Jaura, Director, Students Welfare, commenced with great enthusiasm on November 1, 2023, and entered into its third exciting day today. The event features spirited teams from the five constituent colleges: the College of Agriculture (COA), the College of Horticulture and […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra Langroya Raises Awareness on Sustainable Paddy Residue Management

In line with the ongoing Praali Parbandhan Chetna Yatra campaign, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Langroya, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, successfully organized awareness camps in the villages of Ghuman and Jadli on October 31, 2023. The primary objective of these camps was to educate farmers about innovative […]

PAU Scientist’s Bag DST Project Worth 12.8 Lakh

Three scientists, namely Dr Amrit Kaur Mahal from the Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics; Dr Pritpal Singh from the Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics; and Dr Sunny Kumar from the Department of Economics and Sociology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), have brought laurels to the University by winning the DST project entitled “Statistical evaluation […]

152 Farmer’s, Farm Women’s and 30 Beekeeper’s Attend Training Camps at PAU

At the monthly training camp of PAU Kisan Club, agricultural scientists explained seed treatment and insect-pest management in rabi crops, weed management in rabi crops, low tunnel vegetable production and care of milch animals in winters. About 100 members of the club attended the camp that was held under the guidance of Programme Director Dr […]

Rabi Program Implementation in Collaboration with ARS Tandur in adopted village, College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar

Village Adoption Programme (VAP) team of scientists under the guidance of the Association Dean College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar visited the farmer fields of Adopted village, Mallapur on 04-11-2023. The team surveyed the demonstrations given in kharif. Performance of Cotton crop under High Density Planting System (HDPS) has been satisfactory. Maize crop has been harvested, Paddy […]

Inauguration of Farm Pond and Plantation Programme at Agrobiodiversity Park, PJTSAU

The diamond mesh fencing worth of Rs. 5.00 lakhs arranged around farm pond in Agribipidiversity park in PJTSAU, Rajendranagar with the support of DBS Tech, Hyderabad through NIRMAAN NGO was unveiled on 02-11-2023 on the hands of Dr. P. Raghu Rami Reddy, Director of Research, PJTSAU and Anice Varkey, Head, HR Business Partner at DBS […]

Training Programme cum Distribution of PP Chemicals to Front Line Demonstration on Pigeon pea Farmers for the Year 2023-24 at RARS

Regional Agricultural Research Station, AICRP, Pigeon pea, Warangal organized Training Programme cum Distribution of Plant Protection Chemicals to FLD Pigeon pea farmers for the year 2023-24. Dr. R. Uma Reddy, Associate Director of Research, Regional Agricultural Research Station, Warangal, chaired the programme and apprised the farmers for cultivating pulses crops in a sequential cropping systems, […]

Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) Organized at College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar

College of Agriculture, NSS unit, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad organized “Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day)” on 31.10.2023. In India, the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas or National Unity Day is observed every year on October 31 since 2014, to commemorate the birth anniversary of the Iron Man of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel to honour and celebrate his dedication […]

RARS, Palem – Observance of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day)

RARS, Palem observed Rashtriya Ekta Diwas on 31.10.2023 at Seminar Hall, RARS, Palem. Dr. M. Malla Reddy, Associate Director of Research, RARS, Palem paid tribute to the Iron man of India Shri. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his birth anniversary and spoke about the importance of the day. It commenced with the taking of the “Rashtriya […]

RARS, Jagtial Organized Field Day at Adopted Village, Allipoor, Jagtial

Regional Agricultural Research Station, Polasa, Jagtial organized field day in millet crops at adopted village Allipoor (V), Raikal (M), Jagtial (D) on 28.10.23.RARS, Jagtial encouraged farmers to cultivate millets as part of “International year of millets, 2023” by creating awareness on millet cultivation and by supplying millet seeds to farmers. Farmers cultivated millets like Jowar, […]

KVK, Palem Organised Kisan Mela cum Agriculture Exhibition Under Special Project on Cotton at KVK, Palem, Nagarkurnool District

KVK, Palem organised Kisan Mela cum Agriculture Exhibition under special project on cotton at KVK, Palem, Nagarkurnool District on 04.11.2023. Dr.V.Sudha Rani, Director of Extension inaugurated the Exhibition stalls and visited the models exhibited by the KVK staff and private companies. Dr. V. Sudha Rani, Director of Extension, PJTSAU addressed the gathering that HDPS technology […]

KVK, Wyra – Field Day on HDPS Cotton and Field Visits

KVK, Wyra has conducted field day on HDPS Cotton and field visits along with Dr. D. Kanjana, Senior Scientist (soil science) from CICR, Coimbatore under Special Project on ICAR – CICR entitled “Targeting technologies to agro ecological zones large scale demonstration of best practices to enhance cotton productivity.” During this visit, Dr. D. Kanjana, Senior […]

DAATTC, Tandur Organized Field day on “Integrated Crop Management” under HDPS Special Project At Chinthalapally Village of Pudur Mandal

DAATTC-ARS, Tandur organized field day on ”Integrated Crop Management” in High Density Planting System in Cotton under special project on cotton, ICAR-CICR titled “Targeting technologies to agro-ecological zones-large scale demonstration of best practices to enhance cotton productivity” under NFSM 2023 at P.B. Ramulu field in Chitalpally (vil), Pudur (Mandal), Vikarabad district on 02.11.2023.Dr. B. Venkatesh […]

DAATTC-ARS, Tandur Organized One Day off Campus Farmer’s Training Program on “Integrated Crop Management” under HDPS Special Project

Content: DAATTC-ARS, Tandur organized one day off campus farmer’s training program on”Integrated Crop Management” in High Density Planting System in Cotton under special project on cotton, ICAR-CICR titled “Targeting technologies to agro-ecological zones-large scale demonstration of best practices to enhance cotton productivity” under NFSM 2023 at Rythuvedika in Saidhupally (vil), Parigi (Mandal), Vikarabad district on […]

PAU The Inter-College Youth Fair Started with a Bang

The inter-college youth fair of Punjab Agricultural University started with a bang. In this youth fair running from November 01 to 09.2023, P.A.U. Apart from five colleges located in Ludhiana campus, students of Institute of Agriculture in Gurdaspur and Bathinda and Agricultural College in Ballowal Sonkhari are participating. On the occasion of the opening ceremony […]

PAU Scientists Bring Laurels in Asian Citrus Congress

Four scientists of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) have brought laurels to the institution by clinching fellowships and prizes during the Asian Citrus Congress- 2023, organised by the Indian Society of Citriculture in association with ICAR-Central Citrus Research Institute, Nagpur; Asia-Pacific Association of Agricultural Research Institutions, Bangkok, Thailand; and Korean Society for Citrus and Subtropical Climate […]

PAU Student Gets Best Poster Presentation Award

                                                                              Ms Pooja Sharma, an M.Sc. scholar pass out from the Department of Biochemistry, Punjab Agricultural University […]

Integrated Crop Production Training Course Concludes at PAU

In total, 28 rural youths participated in the three-month training course on “Integrated Crop Production” which concluded successfully at the Skill Development Centre of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. The course was organized for the 129th batch of the young farmers, who showed keen interest in learning the technical know-how of agriculture and allied occupations. Dr […]

IARI Expert Deliver’s a Talk on Okra Breading at PAU

The Department of Vegetable Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized an expert lecture on “Recent Advances in Okra Breeding” which was delivered by a renowned okra breeder Dr RK Yadav, Principal Scientist, Division of Vegetable Science, Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi. All the faculty members and postgraduate students of the vegetable science attended […]

PAU Expert’s Urge School Students to Help Curb Farm Fires

The experts of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) appealed to the school children to come forward to combat the problem of farm fires, the rise of which was dangerous and hazardous for the environment and the public at large. During the awareness camp on “Crop Residue Management and Crop Diversification” at the Government High School, Rarka, […]

Training on Poultry Farming Concludes at Krishi Vigyan Kendra Fatehghar Sahib

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib conducted training on poultry farming from 25 to 31 October 2023 in which 25 women of village Boran and Mathi participated. The training programme was conducted under Project “Nutrition security and economic empowerment of rural women through backyard poultry in Fatehgarh Sahib District” sponsored by NABARD. Dr. Vipan Kumar Rampal […]

KVK, Ropar Champions Crop Residue Management Awareness Among College Student’s

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ropar, under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, took a significant step in environmental conservation by organizing a one-day awareness camp aimed to mobilize college students and combat the issue of crop residue burning. The event took place on October 31, 2023, at […]

KVK Samrala Hosts Five-Day ‘Bakery and Confectionery’ Training Programme

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ludhiana (Samrala) recently hosted a five-day training programme on ‘Bakery and Confectionery’ under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, and in collaboration with ICAR ATARI Zone-1. The initiative saw enthusiastic participation from 18 women/adolescent girls and three men. During the inaugural session, Er Karun Sharma, in charge of […]

PAU Inks Pact with Mandi-Based Firm for Biogas Plant

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has inked a pact with Baalak Industries Private Limited, Mandi, Himachal Pardesh, for the commercialization of PAU fixed Dome Type Family size Biogas Plant, having capacity from 1 m3/day to 25m3/day technology. Dr AS Dhatt, Director of Research, PAU and Sh Rahul Sharma, a representative of the firm, signed the […]

KVK Langroya Launches School Initiative for Awareness Against Paddy Residue Burning

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Langroya, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, organized a campaign against the burning of paddy residue on the 27th of October, 2023, at the Government Senior Secondary Smart School, Kariha. The initiative, guided by Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training) at KVK, aimed to mobilize the school students, making them torchbearers in […]

PAU Student Bags Best Oral Presentation Award

Ms Shivani Kumari, a Ph.D student from the Department of Food and Nutrition, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), has been conferred with the “Best Oral Presentation Award” at the 6th International Conference on Food and Nutrition, organised by the Universal Society of Food and Nutrition on October 25 and 26. She was awarded for the paper […]

PAU All Set to Hold Inter-Colleges Youth Fest From November 1-9

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is all set to organize the Inter-College Youth Festival 2023-24 from November 1-9. The campus is abuzz with enthusiasm as well as preparations by the students for participation in a wide range of items. Divulging contours, Dr Nirmal Singh Jaura, Director Students’ Welfare, informed that the fest will kick off […]

Annual Group Meeting of AICRP on Agroforestry” RAJENDRANAGAR, HYDERABAD

The “Annual group meeting of AICRP on Agroforestry” & Symposium on “Quality Planting Material Production” were jointly organized by Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural university (PJTSAU), Hyderabad and ICAR-Central Agroforestry Research Institute (CAFRI), Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh from 16-18 October 2023 at University auditorium, PJTSAU, Hyderabad. On 16-10-23, Dr. P. Raghu Rami Reddy welcomed all the […]

Electronic Wing, PJTSAU and MANAGE, Hyderabad has Jointly Organized Online Training Programme on “Recording and Editing in Mobile apps for Extension Professionals”

Electronic Wing, PJTSAU and MANAGE, Hyderabad has jointly organized online training programme on “Recording and Editing in Mobile apps for Extension Professionals” from 16th – 20th October, 2023. Chief guest of the Inaugural session Dr. Srinivasacharyulu Attaluri, Deputy Director (Knowledge Management), MANAGE, Hyderabad in his introductory remarks stated that today mobiles are a powerful tool […]

ARS Tandur, Safflower Seed Distribution in Adopted village, Mallapur

Village adoption committee members visited the adopted village Mallapur. The team conducted a training programme on package practices of safflower and distributed the safflower seed (ISH-764) to the farmers. Team also visited the farmer’s rice field RNR 31479 which is a short duration superfine variety crop at soft dough stage which is in a good […]

On-Campus Training Programme was Organized at EEI, Rajendranagar Hyderabad

The training program on Innovative Extension Approaches for Effective Training of Trainers (ToT) in Agri and Allied Sectors, conducted by the Extension Education Institute, Hyderabad, is crucial for enhancing the skills and knowledge of development officers in the southern region of India. It empowers them with innovative tools and methods to disseminate modern agricultural practices, […]

EEI Organized Farmers Sensitization cum Training as part NABARD Sponsored Project on ‘Phygital Facilitation for Enhancement of Farmers Profitability Through the Concept of Mobile Agri Support Services ( MASS)’ at Sainpally Village of Gundala Mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem Dist

EEI Organized Farmers sensitization cum Training programme as  NABARD sponsored project on ‘Phygital Facilitation for enhancement of Farmers Profitability through the concept of Mobile Agri Support Services ( MASS)’ at Sainpally village of Gundala Mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem dist. on 20-10-2023. Shri. Abhimanyudu, DAO, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Dr. Prasad Rao Pasam, Chairman and MD, EEEIPL, Shri […]

EEI, Hyderabad Organised Webinar on Innovations in Urban Farming

Urban farming is a centralized operation involving gardening, mushroom cultivation, aquaculture, bee keeping, Bonsai cultivation in balconies and other places for producing fresh food or for employment. Due to rising interest in consumption of self produced clean and hygienic food, many innovations are developing across the globe in Urban agriculture that include indoor farming with […]

Guest Lecture on “Sustainable Management of Land and Water Resources under Climate Change” Organized at College of Agricultural Engineering, Kandi, Sangareddy

Dr. Srinivasulu Ale, Ph. D., Purdue University, Professor of Agrohydrology, Texas A&M AgriLife Research & Extension, Vernon, Texas delivered a guest lecture on “Sustainable Management of Land and Water Resources under Climate Change” at College of Agricultural Engineering, Kandi, Sangareddy on 20.10.2023. Dr. Ale has also covered career opportunities and procedure to get admission of […]

KVK, Palem Organized Three Days Training Programme to Pest Control Operators (PCO’s) on “ Safe and judicious use of the Glyphosate” at KVK, Palem

KVK, Palem organised Three days training programme to Pest Control Operators (PCO’s) on “ Safe and judicious use of the Glyphosate” at KVK, Palem, Bijinepally mandal, Nagarkurnool District from 06.11.2023 to 08.11.2023. As per the instructions of ICAR-ATARI, SMS (PP), KVK, Palem has participated in the “Orientation Training of Master Trainers for Safe and Judicious […]

Orientation to the First Year B,Sc (Hons.) 2023-24 Batch Students Organized at Agricultural College, Ramnagar, Adilabad

Orientation to the first year B,Sc (Hons.) 2023-24 batch students was organized at Agricultural College, Adilabad on 16.11.2023. At the outset, the Officer Incharge Academic Matters (OIAM), Dr.K.Bhanu Rekha invited the Associate Dean, Dr. Sreedhar Chauhan, Teaching staff; Dr. M. Suresh, Assistant Professor Department of Soil Science, Dr. M.Sunil SMS, Horticulture, KVK, Adilabad, Dr. G.Shiva […]

Fresher’s Day Celebrations at Agriculture Polytechnic, Tornala

Agriculture Polytechnic, Tornala celebrated Fresher’s Day on 10th November 2023. The freshers welcome party was organized in the presence of Dr Padmaja, the Director (Polytechnics) who was the chief guest. The programme started with the lighting of lamp, invocation of university song and welcome address by Dr S. Sridevi, Principal, APT, Tornala. All the Freshers […]

Agricultural Research Station, Karimnagar Organized Awareness Programme on “Preparedness for Yasangi, 2023” and Field Diagnostic Visit in Adopted Village Nagulamallial of Kothapally of Karimnagar District

Awareness Programme on “Preparedness for Yasangi, 2023” and Field Diagnostic Visit in Adopted Village Nagulamallial of Kothapally of Karimnagar District on 17th October, 2023 was organized by Agricultural Research Station, Karimnagar. Dr.G.Usharani, Scientist (Pl.Br.) and Adopted Village Incharge welcomed all the dignitaries on to the dias and detailed the millets cultivation and informed the recently […]

KVK, Palem Scientists Participated in a Workshop with Stakeholders on One District one Focus Product Programme (Millet & Oil palm) at IDOC, Collectorate, Mahaboobnagar (Dist.)

KVK, Palem Scientists participated a Workshop with stake holders on one district one focus product programme (Millet & Oil palm) at IDOC, collectorate, Mahaboobnagar (Dist.) on 17.10.2023. Visit of DA & FW officials to millet based ODOP district – Mahaboobnagar and organised workshop with stakeholders (KVKs/FPOs/Dist Officials/Farmers /Bankers) and discussed about current progress, action progress, […]

Field Day was Organized on Soil Test Based Fertilizer Application in Cotton by DAATTC, Tornala

DAATTC, Tornala has organized field day on soil test based fertilizer application at farmer’s field of Sri. T. Anji Reddy, Gajwel (V&M), Siddipet District. Dr. R. Raja, Principal Scientist, South India-Nodal officer, ICAR-Central Institute for Cotton Research (CICR) Regional Station, Coimbatore along with KVK, Medak Scientists. The programme was started with welcome address by Sri. […]

PJTSAU – KVK, Kampasagar – Field Day on High Density Planting System in Cotton

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kampasagar organized Field day on High Density Planting System in cotton under the cotton special project “Targeting technologies to Agro-Ecological Zones – Large Scale Demonstrations of Best Practices to Enhance Cotton Productivity” 19th October, 2023. To show the successful farming technique in HDPS cotton, farmers were exposed to farmer field at Idikuda […]

New Technology Will Enhance Farm Income: Dr D.K.Vatsa, Vice Chancellor, CSKHPAU

Palampur 12 October. Dr D.K.Vatsa, Vice Chancellor inaugurated a day-long business meet and training on ‘Recent aspects of Agriculture for the NABARD officers’ at CSK H.P. Agriculture University, here today. The Vice Chancellor underlined the importance of modern farm technology in enhancing income of the farmers. He said that ever increasing population is to be […]

KVK SAC at Kukumseri Dr. D.K.Vatsa, Vice-Chancellor Appreciated Hard Working Farmers of Lahaul & Spiti

Palampur 10 October. Dr.D.K.Vatsa, Vice-Chancellor, Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Agriculture University  chaired a scientific advisory committee (SAC) meeting of   Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kukumseri (Lahaul & Spiti). While appreciating the hardworking farmers of Lahaul & Spiti, he asked them to conserve traditional crops of the tribal areas as these are known for distinct characteristics. The University […]

Farm Officers’ Workshop on Rabi Crops at CSKHPAU Using Modern Technology Necessary to Attract Youngsters Towards Farming: Vice-Chancellor Dr.D.K.Vatsa

Palampur 7 October. A state level Agriculture Officers’ Workshop on Rabi crops was organised at Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Agriculture University, here today. While inaugurating the workshop, Chief Guest Dr.D.K.Vatsa, Vice-Chancellor, said that it is imperative to timely utilize modern technology for increasing farm production. This will attract youngsters towards farming. He told that […]

Dr D.K.Vatsa, Vice Chancellor Inaugurates National Workshop on CDCs and BLP at CSKHPAU:

Palampur 4 October. A national workshop on Sustainability of Career Development Centres (CDCs), National Agricultural Research Education System and Blended Learning Platform (BLP) was held at Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Agriculture University, here today. Dr D.K.Vatsa, Vice Chancellor as Chief Guest, in his inaugural address called for making Career development centres as dynamic hubs […]

National Training on Sonography Concludes at CSKHPAU

While distributing participation certificates to 23 practicing veterinarians from all over the country, Chief Guest Dr D.K.Vatsa, Vice Chancellor said  that it is important for practitioners of different professions to upgrade their scientific skills and knowledge. It is far more important and useful to veterinarians as they treat the ones-animals- who cannot communicate their ailments. […]

World Rabies Day Celebrated at CSKHPAU

Palampur 28 September. World Rabies day, with the theme ‘All for one, one health for all’ was celebrated at CSK H.P.Agriculture University here today. The Department of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. G C Negi College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences initiated a free anti rabies vaccination drive for pets. Dr.Ravindra Kumar, Dean, told that this will […]

National Training on Natural Farming Concludes at CSKHPAU

Palampur 27 September. Fourteen days ‘National training on the present status and future prospects of natural farming’ concluded  at Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Agriculture University, here today. As Chief Guest, Dr. P.K.Sharma, former Vice Chancellor distributed participation certificates to 30 scientists from various institutes from all over the country . In his presidential remarks, […]

A Peer Review Team of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research Completed its three days visit to CSK Himachal Pradesh Agriculture University

Palampur 22 September ,Dr. D K Vatsa, Vice-Chancellor, told that the six member team headed by well known farm scientist Dr.S.S.Chahal thoroughly reviewed and assessed the infrastructure  and other facilities in all the four constituent colleges, two directorates, farms, laboratories, units and other offices. The team members also interacted independently with all the stakeholders including […]

Online Resources Rich Repository of knowledge for Researchers: Dr D.K.Vatsa, Vice-Chancellor, CSKHPAU

Palampur 17 October. A day-long regional training programme was organised for librarians of farm universities and Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) institutes at Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Agriculture University, here today. Chief Guest Dr D.K.Vatsa,Vice Chancellor, in his inaugural address said that online use of resources from the libraries should be popularized among […]

Foundation Day Celebrations at CSKHPAU “Come out with New Innovations to Engage The Young Generation with Farming”, Exhorts Dr D.K.Vatsa, Vice Chancellor

Palampur 1 November. “Think out of the box and come out with new innovations to engage the young generation with farming”, advised Dr D.K.Vatsa, Vice-Chancellor during foundation day celebrations of CSK H.P. Agriculture University, here today. While addressing the University community, the Vice-Chancellor exhorted scientists to face new age challenges like decreasing farm land, pressure […]

Make People Aware About BIS Standards: Dr D.K.Vatsa, Vice Chancellor

Palampur 3 November. A national seminar on Role of Standardization in Agriculture Ecosystem was organised at Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Agriculture University, here today. In his inaugural address, Chief Guest Dr D.K.Vatsa, Vice Chancellor said that nobody can survive without agriculture as food is required for all. Farming should be done with high quality […]

Two Day Training Programme on Livestock Farming Concluded at CSKHPAU

Palampur 15 September.  A Two days training programme on various aspects of livestock farming concluded at Dr G.C.Negi  College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences,, CSK Himachal Pradesh Agriculture University. Dr. D K Vatsa, Vice-Chancellor, after distributing participation certificates to trainees, expressed happiness that majority of the trainees were farm ladies and they gained knowledge about […]

KVK, Palem has Organized Training Programme on Seed Production and Marketing Aspects for Farmer Producer Organization (FPOs) & Farmers at KVK, Palem

KVK, Palem has organized training programme on seed production and marketing aspects for Farmer producer organization (FPOs) & Farmers at KVK, Palem on19.10.2023. In this programme Sri. A Britto, Regional manager, NSC, secundrabad addressed on seed production procedures, National seed corporation dealership process and marketing aspects etc, Dr. G. Eswar Reddy, Scientist (Pulses breeder) explained […]

KVK, Palem Organized Rythu Sadassu Cum Agriculture Exhibition was Organized by RAWEP Students in Collaboration with KVK, Palem at Ithole Village

KVK, Palem organized Rythu Sadassu cum Agriculture Exhibition was organized by RAWEP students in collaboration with KVK, Palem at Ithole Village, Tadoor (M), Nagarkurnool (Dist.) on 20.10.2023. Dr.M.Pushpavathi, Associate Dean, Agriculture College, Palem inaugurated the exhibition stalls and visited the models prepared by the students and appreciated their efforts. Students displayed and explained the concepts, […]

KVK, Kampasagar Conducted Field Day on HDPS Cotton System and Kisan mela (Agricultural exhibition) at Palem(vill), Anumula(Mdl), (Haliya) Nalgonda Dist

Field day in HDPS cotton and Kisan mela was conducted. In this programme first all the scientists , Nuziveedu seeds employees and farmers visited the cotton field at Palem village on 21.10.2023, anumula mandal later Dr.B.Pushpavathi, Associate Dean Agricultural college Palem Nagarkarnool (Dist) interacted with farmers , explained about RAWEP programme and encouraging farmers towards […]

DAATTC, Karimnagar and RAWEP Students Organized Rythu Sadassu and Agricultural Exhibition and Farmers Scientists Interaction Meeting at Rajanna Siricilla District

DAATTC, Karimnagar and RAWEP students organized Rythu Sadassu and Agricultural Exhibition and Farmers Scientists Interaction meeting on preparedness for yasangi season on 20-10-2023 at Rythuvedika, Moodapalli village of Chandurthi mandal in Rajanna Siricilla District. The programme was started with stalls exhibition inauguration and visit by the officials and farmers. Then the RAWEP students Miss. Neha […]

Diwali Celebrated at PAU

Diwali party was organized on 14.11.2023 November in the Department of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), under the leadership of Dr Kuldeep Singh, Head of the department. It was an elated moment for the College of Agriculture which clinched the six ruling trophies in the Inter-College Youth Festival for the academic year 2023-24. The […]

PAU Organized Awareness Camp on Crop Residue Management and Integrated Farming System

PAU The students of Horticulture, Agriculture and Forestry College organized a special awareness camp in Mohi village of Ludhiana district under Rave programme Apart from students, farmers also participated in the awareness rally The objective of the program was to provide information on the management of crop residues apart from the collective management of agriculture. […]

DAATTC-ARS, Tandur Organized One Day off Campus Farmer’s Training Program on “Integrated Crop Management” under HDPS Special Project

Content: DAATTC-ARS, Tandur organized one day off campus farmer’s training program on” Integrated Crop Management” in High Density Planting System in Cotton under special project on cotton, ICAR-CICR titled “Targeting technologies to agro-ecological zones-large scale demonstration of best practices to enhance cotton productivity” under NFSM 2023 at Rythuvedika in Saidhupally (vil), Parigi (Mandal), Vikarabad district […]

KVK, Bhadradri Kothagudem – Training Programme on Integrated Pest and Disease Management in Kharif Crops

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bhadradri Kothagudem conducted training programme on Integrated Pest and Disease Management in Kharif Crops at Hemachandrapuram Village, Lakshmidevipalli Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem District on 27.10.2023. In this programme Dr. V. Lakshmi Narayanamma, Programme Coordinator has given emphasis on pest and diseases management in Kharif crops like Cotton and Paddy and also suggested timely […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Mansa Conducted a FIve-Day Vocational Training Course on Safe Cultivation of Vegetables

“Safe Cultivation of Vegetables” from 17.10.2023 to 23.10.2023 by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Mansa to promote crop diversity and encourage youth towards allied occupations under the guidelines of Dr. Gurdeep Singh, Deputy Director (Training). A five-day vocational training program was successfully organized above. 17 students from different villages of Mansa district participated in this training program. […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Noormahal, Jalandhar and Department of Plant Diseases Conducted a Farmer-Scientific Farmer Symposium on Potatoes.

Krishi Science Center of Punjab Agricultural University, Noormahal, Jalandhar and Department of Plant Diseases organized on 25th October 2023 at Giani Farm of village Dhogadi, Agricultural Scientific Kisan Goshti related to potatoes. Inaugurating this program, Dr. Sanjiv Kumar Kataria, Deputy Director KVK welcomed all the farmers and officers and the chief guest of the occasion […]

PAU Gave Suggestions to the Farmers about Proper use of DAP for Wheat and Paddy

PAU The top officials of the state issued a special recommendation today and gave suggestions for the proper use of DAP for the farmers cultivating wheat and paddy in the state. These suggestions are based on research conducted by the university on soil test samples and are aimed at increasing the profitability of farmers. Vice […]

FASC Tarn Tarn Holds Field Day on Irrigation Waters Saving and Straw Management Technologies’

The Farmers’ Advisory and Skill Center (FASC) in Tarn Taran, Punjab, organized a successful field day on 27 October 2023  ‘Enhancing awareness and adoption of recommended irrigation water saving and paddy straw management technologies.’ The event took place in Village Algon Kothi, Block Bhikhiwind, Tarn Taran, drawing more than 100 enthusiastic farmers. Dr Parvinder Singh, in charge […]

PAU Collaborates with IFFDC LTD for the Commercialization of Chili Hybrid CH-27

As a step towards revolutionizing agriculture and enhancing the accessibility of advanced agricultural solutions for the farming community, the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana has taken a significant stride by entering into a partnership with the Indian Farm Forestry Development Cooperative Ltd (IFFDC Ltd) Punjab, on October 27, 2023, paving way for commercial seed production […]

Choose Right Wheat Variety and Complete Sowing by November 15: PAU to Farmers

Agronomy experts of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) have called upon the farmers of Punjab to choose the right wheat variety for yield maximization and complete the wheat sowing by November 15. Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, PAU, advised the farmers to sow PAU recommended wheat varieties for higher productivity and profitability. “As the sowing of […]

PAU to Hold Webinar on Protected Cultivation of Vegetable Crops

The Department of Vegetable Science, PAU, will organise a webinar on the “Protected Cultivation of Vegetable Crops” on November 3 from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm. Dr TS Dhillon, Head of the department, informed that experts will explain protected cultivation of vegetables in Punjab, structure and design of poly net house, cultivation of capsicum and […]

Under “Straw Management Consciousness Journey”, Krishi Vigyan Kendra Mansa Organized a Village Level Camp on Crop Residue Management.

Dr. According to the guidelines of Gurdeep Singh Deputy Director (Training), Krishi Vigyan Kendra Mansa, a village level camp was organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra Mansa on 19.10.2023 at village Heerewala of district Mansa regarding straw conservation. At the beginning of the camp, Madam Rajinder Kaur, Associate Professor (Plant Science) shed light on the activities […]

District Level Awareness Camp Organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala for Crop Residue Management

A one-day district level awareness camp was organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala on the topic of crop residue management on 18.10.2023 at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala. About 400 farmers, farmers’ wives, heads of various institutions like horticulture, dairy development, fisheries, agriculture, IFFCO, women and child development department and school children participated in this camp. […]

Block Level Awareness Camp Regarding Crop Waste Management Organized in Village Faridkot Kotli

A block level awareness camp was organized on 18.10.2023 at village Faridkot Kotli by the Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bathinda, run by the Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. Raised awareness for planting. Scientist of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Professor (Pisar Education) Dr. Gurmeet Singh ji said that four villages have been selected for stubble management this year, in […]

KVK Muktsar Organized a Camp on Not Burning Stubble

According to the guidelines of Director Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sri Muktsar Sahib organized an awareness camp on proper management of paddy stubble at village Singhewala on October 17, 2023, in which the progressive farmers of the village Heroes participated in large numbers. During this camp Dr. Karamjit Sharma, Associate […]

Inauguration of a Jalopchar Technology-Based Sewage Treatment Facility and 126th Batch of the Regular Training Program by Dr S. K. Chaudhari, DDG, NRM, ICAR at ICAR-IISWC Dehradun

A Jalopchar Technology-Based Sewage treatment facility installed at ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Dehradun was inaugurated on 13th Oct 2023. The technology has been developed by Dr (Mrs) Ravinder Kaur, Principal Scientist, Water Technology, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi. The eco-friendly wastewater treatment facilities mainly work on the principles of aerobic decomposition and […]

ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun Organised Farmer Field School on “Vermi-Composting Techniques for Promoting Entrepreneurship” at Village Jhabrani Under the Farmer FIRST Project

One day Farmer Field School on “Vermi-composting techniques for promoting entrepreneurship” was organized on 27th September 2023 at village Jhabrani Raipur Block Thano under the Farmer FIRST project by ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (ICAR-IISWC), Dehradun. Dr Bankey Bihari, PI of the Farmar FIRST project encouraged the farmers on taking agricultural activities to the […]

ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun Organized Special Seminar on Preparation of Winning Project Proposals

The Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (ICAR-IISWC), Dehradun has organized a “Special Seminar on Preparation of Winning Project Proposals in Trans-Disciplinary Research Areas” on 20.10.2023 for the benefit of scientists and research professionals. Dr Akhilendra Bhushan Gupta, Prof., Department of Civil Engineering, MNIT, Jaipur presented the special seminar on the successful project proposals, drawing references from his […]

ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun Organized Kisan Gosthi on Natural Resource Management and Livestock Development at SCSP Adopted Village Manduwala, Saharanpur (U.P.)

Today 15-10-2023, ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (IISWC) in collaboration with ICAR-Central Institute of Research on Cattles (CIRC), Meerut organized Kisan Gosthi on Natural Resource Management and Livestock Development at a village Manduwala, district Saharanpur(U.P.) adopted under SCSP programme. A total of 150 farmers including more than 50% farm women from said village […]

ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun has Organized Five Days Skill Development Training on Small and Medium Enterprises in association with Khadi and Village Industries Commission

ICAR-IISWC Dehradun has organized five days Training cum field Demonstration Programme on ‘Small and Medium Enterprises’ during 9-13 October 2023 at Kathar Gram Panchayat, Kalsi Block, Dehradun under SCSP to secure livelihoods and generate additional income. The programme was organized in association with Khadi and Village Industries Commission, Dehradun (Govt. of India). The five-days training […]

PAU Sensitizes Farmers on Stubble Burning

armers’ mobilization camp regarding crop residue management was organized by the students of final year B.Sc Agriculture (Hons) of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) at Lalton Khurd village. The camp was held in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare under Rural Awareness Work Experience Program (RAWE). About 70 farmers participated in the camp. […]

PAU Alumna Bags Award in World Folk Festival

Ms Purvika Chhuneja, an alumna of the College of Agriculture, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), has won an award for gidda competition in World Folk Festival –19th October 2023, organized by International Punjabi Folk Arts Society, Canada. The three-day international folk festival was held at British Coloumbia state of Canada from October 6-8, 2023. The competition […]

KVK Bathinda Holds Trainings Camps on CRM for FPOS, RFGS, PACS and Progressive Farmers

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bathinda organized a training camp on “Crop Residue Management” on 19.10.2023 for farmer producer organizations, registered farmer groups, officials of Punjab Agricultural Cooperative Societies (PACS) and progressive farmers of the district. About 50 farmers and officials participated in this training program. Dr Gurdeep Singh, Deputy Director (Trg.), KVK Bathinda while welcoming the […]

Expert from Telangana Delivers a Talk at PAU

A talk-cum-discussion on 19th October 2023  “Ways and Means of Improving NIRF Ranking of Punjab Agricultural University” was organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell in the Committee room of the Vice-Chancellor. The talk was delivered by Dr K Veeranjaneyulu, Librarian and Head, Central Library, National Institute of Technology, Warangal, Telangana. The session was chaired […]

PAU’S Vocational Dairy Farming Course Empowers Farmers in Mansa

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Mansa organized a vocational training course on ‘Dairy Farming’ from October 11 to October 20, 2023. Aimed at rural youth and farmers, the program drew the participation of thirty-two individuals from various villages in Districts Mansa and Bathinda. The course focused on imparting scientific knowledge essential for dairy farming, fostering the […]

KVK Bathinda Inspires Students to Take Action Against Crop Residue Management in Village Jeond

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Bathinda took a proactive step in raising awareness about crop residue management among school students during a programme held at village Jeond on October 20, 2023. The event featured engaging activities such as nuked natak (street play), essay writing, and poster-making competitions focused on crop residue management to sensitize students about environmental pollution. […]

International Symposium at Punjab Agricultural University Focuses on Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity in Agriculture

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), in partnership with the Management Science Association, successfully hosted a prestigious International Symposium on Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity on October 20, 2023. This high-profile event at the revered Dr Manmohan Singh Auditorium convened a gathering of esteemed experts, scholars, and dignitaries from various fields. The symposium began with a traditional Shabad […]

Orientation Program Organized for Newly Admitted Students

An orientation programme was organised by the Home Science Association of the College of Community Science for the newly admitted students of B.Sc (Hons.) Community Science and B.Sc (Hons.) Nutrition and Dietetics. Dr Kiranjot Sidhu, Dean, College of Community Science, apprised the students of various opportunities in the College and the University to outshine both […]

Punjab Cabinet Minister Urges Farmers to Abandon Stubble Burning at Inter-District Kisan Mela Hosted by KVK Sangrur

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Sangrur, in its ongoing commitment to creating awareness about the harmful consequences of burning crop stubble, organized an Inter-District Kisan Mela on October 19, 2023. The event saw active participation from 1585 farmers hailing from Sangrur, Fatehgarh Sahib, Patiala, and Mohali districts. The event’s Chief Guest, Cabinet Minister Shri Aman Arora, […]

Montana State University Delegation Explores Collaboration with PAU

A three-member delegation from Montana State University (MSU), Bozeman, USA, engaged in discussions with the Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal and other officers, with the aim of identifying opportunities for collaboration. The high-level delegation from MSU was led by Dr. Sreekala Bajwa, Vice President and Dean and Director of […]

PAU Creates Awareness on Residue Management and Integrated Farming System

Aiming to promote crop residue management and integrated farming systems, an awareness camp was organized by the Rural Awareness Work Experience (RAWE) students of the College of Horticulture and Forestry, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in the village Mohi of district Ludhiana. Subsequently, an awareness rally was taken out by the students involving the farmers as […]

PAU Students Bag Awards at Conferences

As many as 11 Ph.D. students from the Department of Zoology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), participated in three conferences held in 20th October 2023. Dr Avneet Kaur, Project Associate-I in DST-SERB, has been awarded the second best oral presentation award during the “National Conference on Entomology,” held at Barog, Solan, Himachal Pradesh from October 13-14, 2023. […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Organizes Awareness Programme to Curb the Practice of Paddy RESIDUE BURNING AT GOVT. SR.SECONDARY SCHOOL, Mazara Dingrian

Under the ongoing Praali Parbandhan Chetna Yatra campaign, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur conducted an awareness programme for mobilization of school students to curb the practice of paddy residue burning at Govt. Senior Secondary School, Mazara Dingrian in block Garhshankar of district Hoshiarpur on 19-10-2023. At the outset, Mr. Jarnail Singh, Principal, Govt. Senior Secondary School, Mazara Dingrian […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Langroya, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Organized Training Cum Awareness Camp on Crop Residue Management

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Langroya, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar organized a training cum awareness camp on crop residue management under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana on 18-10-2023 at its campus for the benefit of progressive farmers, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), Registered Farmers Group (RFGs) and Primary Agriculture Cooperative Societies (PACs). […]

KVK Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Organizes Awareness Campaign Against Burning of Paddy Residue at K.C. College, Nawanshahr

As part of the ongoing Praali parbandhan chetna yatra campaign against burning of paddy residue, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Langroya, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar conducted an awareness programme for mobilization of college students at K.C. College, Nawanshahr on 17th October, 2023. During this programme, Dr. Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director, KVK, Langroya, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar gave a brief […]

KVK Ludhiana (SAMRALA) Organized Awareness Camp at Government Senior Secondary Smart School, Samrala Under Crop Residue Management Campaign

Krishi Vigyan Kendra Ludhiana (Samrala) organized an awareness camp on mobilization of school students for crop residue management on October 18, 2023 at Government Senior Secondary School (boys), Samrala under the ongoing campaign “Prali Prabandhan Chetna Yatra”. The camp was organized under the guidance of Dr. Manoj Sharma Associate Director (Trg.), KVK Ludhiana (Samrala). The […]

Awareness Camp Organized Regarding Paddy Residue Management Programme at Village Saundha

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib, under the leadership of Dr. Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training), organized a village level camp on paddy residue management at village Saundha on 18.10.2023. About 50 farmers from village Saundha participated in the camp. In the camp Dr. G. P. S. Sethi, Assistant Professor (Animal Science) gave detailed information […]

KVK Bathinda Organised a Program for Mobilize​ation of​ the School Students on Crop Residue Management ​

KVK, Bathinda organised a program for mobilizing school students on crop residue management at village jethuke on 18.10.2023. Nukadnatak , essay writing and poster making competitions on crop residue management were also conducted to sensitize students regarding environment pollution. Awards were distributed among the winner students for these competitions. Rally regarding crop residue management was […]

One Day CRM Training Organised at KVK-Pathankot

Under the guidance of Director Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana; Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Pathankot (Gho) organised a Training Camp (One-day) on ‘Crop Residue Management’ Dated:17 Oct 2023, sponsored by Joint Director Agriculture (Engg.) o/o Directorate Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Punjab for the beneficiaries which included Progressive farmers, Farmer Producer Organization (FPOs), Registered Farmers Group […]

KVK Gurdaspur Organizes Village Level Awareness Camp on Paddy Residue Management

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Gurdaspur, organized a village level camp on “Paddy Residue Management” at village Nanowal Kalan, block Kahnuwan on October 17. About 75 farmers participated in this camp. In the camp, Dr S S Aulakh, Associate Director (T) highlighted the ill effects of crop residue burning and appealed the farmers to shun this […]

KVK Ropar Intensifies the Campaign on Crop Residue Management

Under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1 Ludhiana, KVK Ropar organised a district level training programme for secretaries of cooperative societies and FPO members. Aim of the programme was to update them on recent advancements in crop residue management techniques. The training was conducted under the leadership of […]

PAU Scientists Felicitated by Punjab Horticulture Minister

Dr BVC Mahajan, Director, Post-Horticultural Post-harvest Technology Centre (PHPTC) and Dr Rakesh Sharda, Head, Department of Soil and Water Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), were conferred on 17 th October 2023 with “Sanman Patra” by Sh Chetan Singh Jauramajra, Minister of Horticulture, Punjab at Civil Secretariat, Punjab Chandigarh for their outstanding contributions to the field of […]

Hosts Landmark 20th International Agricultural Museums Congress: a Historic Milestone in Agricultural Heritage

The two-day XXth Congress of the International Association of Agricultural Museums (CIMA), in collaboration with the Heritage Foundation, commenced with great enthusiasm at the Punjab Agricultural University’s Pal Auditorium. In honor of PAU’s Diamond Jubilee year, this inaugural session, coinciding with World Food Day, featured the distinguished presence of the renowned scientist and World Food […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Organizes Blocks Level Awareness Camp on Paddy Residue Management at Village Todarpur of Hoshiarpur District

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur organized a block level awareness camp on paddy residue management under the ongoing praali parbandhan chetna yatra campaign on 16th October, 2023 at village Todarpur of block Mahilpur in district Hoshiarpur. A large number of farmers from Todarpur & neighbouring villages- Panjaur, Pandori Ganga Singh, Ajnoha, Nadalon & Jalvehra participated in this camp. Dr. […]

PAU Commercializes Mushroom Powder Technology for Combating Vitamin D Deficiency

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) on 23 October 2023 has entered into an agreement with D Artisan at Tales of Indian Handicrafts for commercialization of Vitamin-D enriched mushroom powder technology. Dr Ajmer Singh Dhatt, Director of Research and Mrs Bhumika Kaushal, Proprietor, D Artisan at Tales of Indian Handicrafts, signed the Memorandum of Agreement (MoA). […]

PAU Trainsanganwadi Workers in Psychological Well-Being Among Children

A two-day training course on 22 October 2023 “Promoting psychological well being among children” was organized by Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education. A total of 54 Anganwadi workers attended this training. Dr Tejinder Singh Riar, Associate Director (Skill Development), highlighted that emotional well-being of children was […]

PAU Observes World Food Day ; Holds Nutrition Quiz for Students

The Diet Counseling Cell of the Department of Food and Nutrition, organized Nutrition Quiz on 22 October 2023 the World Food Day to promote understanding of nutritional needs and healthy diets. The Quiz was organized by the students of B.Sc. (Hons) Nutrition and Dietetics under the able guidance of their mentors Dr Shruti Jain, Dt […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Organizes Awareness camp to Curb the Practice of Paddy Residue Burning at Raiyat Bahra Institute of Engineering and Nanotechnology

Under the ongoing efforts under Praali Parbandhan Chetna Yatra, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur conducted an awareness programme for mobilization of college students to curb the practice of paddy residue burning at Rayat Bahra Institute of Engineering and Nanotechnology, Hoshiarpur on 20th October, 2023. At the outset, Dr. Jyotsana, Director Principal, Rayat Bahra Institute of Engineering and Nanotechnology, […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Organizes Vocational Training on Quality Production of Gur/Shakkar

A vocational training programme on “Quality production of gur/shakkar ” was conducted by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur from 16th to 20th October, 2023 under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, Ludhiana. During the inaugural session, Dr. Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training), KVK, Hoshiarpur welcomed the participants and said that […]

Students Pledge to Halt Paddy Straw Burning at Event Organized by KVK Kapurthala

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Kapurthala, under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, organized a slogan-writing and drawing competition on October 20, 2023, at the Government Senior Secondary School, Tibba—the event aimed to mobilize school students to actively discourage the harmful practice of burning paddy residue. Master Gurvinder Singh, at the outset, […]

Cyber Frauds a Serious Concern, use Digital Technologies Wisely: PAU VC

A galaxy of eminent scholars and virtual experts deliberated on October 20, 2023 growing trend of digitalization and shared cyber concerns during the Australia-India (AI) Hub facilitated International Symposium on the “Digital Transformation and Cybersecurity,” organized by the School of Business Studies (SBS), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in the University campus. The chief guest Dr […]

PAU Hones Skills of Rural Women’s in Making of Bakery Products

The Department of Food and Nutrition, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), in association with Punjab Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (PAMETI),organized on October 20, 2023  a three-day skill oriented training programme on “Bakery Products” for the rural women. A total of 27 participants from Ludhiana attended this training, held under centrally sponsored government scheme of […]

PAU Alumni Association Australia Hosts Spring 2023 BBQ Sydney

The PAU Alumni Association of Australia brought together on October 20, 2023 PAU Alumni families residing in Sydney for a memorable BBQ/Picnic event at Rouse Hill Regional Park in Rouse Hill, Sydney, Australia. This joyous occasion celebrated the unity of the five esteemed colleges of Punjab Agricultural University. The event was filled with laughter, delectable […]

PAU Advocates Prudent Dap Fertilizer use for Rice-Wheat Farming

In a significant move to optimize fertilizer usage in the state’s rice-wheat agricultural system, the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has emphasized the judicious use of Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) fertilizer. The institution’s soil test-based recommendations are expected to revolutionize farming practices by promoting efficient use of this costly input. Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor of PAU, […]

Punjab Agricultural University’s Field Day Highlights Success and Prospects of Soybean Farming in Hoshiarpur District

To encourage sustainable agricultural practices and reduce the overreliance on paddy cultivation in Punjab, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur, under the guidance of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, organized a field day to demonstrate the success of soybean cultivation. The event, held in Khanpur village on October 25, 2023, aimed to showcase the positive outcomes of […]

KVK Bathinda Takes Action to Promote Crop Residue Management among School Students

In a concerted effort to address the pressing issue of crop residue management and environmental pollution, the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bathinda, organized a program at the village of Chuge Khurd on October 26, 2023, targeting school students. The day was filled with educational activities to raise awareness about responsible crop residue management. Students from various schools […]

PAU Students Sensitize Farmers on Crop Residue Management

Paying heed to the burning issue of paddy straw management, students of Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE) under Department of Extension Education (PAU), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized farmers’ awareness camp on “Crop Residue Management” at Qila Raipur and Sayian Kalan villages in collaboration with Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, block Dehlon. The camp […]

PAU Organizes Farmer-Scientist Interface on Potato Disease Management

The Department of Plant Pathology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a farmer-scientist interface on “Integrated Disease Management” in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Noormahal at village Dhogri in Jalandhar district. More than 60 participants including progressive potato growers, scientists from the Departments of Plant Pathology and Vegetable Science, and Krishi Vigyan Kendra and Farm Advisory […]

KVK Bathinda Concluded Kisan Mela Under Campaign “Prali Parbandhan Chetna Yatra ”

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bathinda under the aegis of Director of Extension Education and ICAR ATARI Zone-1, organized Kisan Mela on crop residue management under the ongoing “Prali Parbandhan Chetna Yatra” campaign. In this Kisan Mela held on 16 October 2023, more than 1000 farmers/ farm-women from districts Bathinda, Mansa, Barnala and Sri Muktsar Sahib participated. […]

PUNJAB Agri- Minister Inaugurates GS Khush Institute and Museum at PAU DR KHUSH’s Unflagging Hard Work Shut the Doors for Famine: Sh GS KHUDDIAN

Named after world fabled Rice Breeder and a World Food Prize Laureate, Gurdev Singh Khush Institute of Genetics, Plant Breeding and Biotechnology; and Gurdev Singh Khush Museum were inaugurated by the Punjab Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Sardar Gurmeet Singh Khuddian at the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. Commemorating PAU’s 60 years of splendid service […]

Eco-Clubs also Equip to Prevent Farm Fires – KVK, Kapurthala

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kapurthala working under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana and ICAR ATARI Zone-I, Ludhiana organized district level training program on crop residue management at its campus on 16.10.2023. More than 100 in-charges of eco-clubs from senior secondary schools of Kapurthala district participated in this event. The event was also […]

Vocational Training in Mushroom Cultivation Organized by KVK Hoshiarpur

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bahowal (Hoshiarpur) organizes various training courses in subsidiary occupations for the benefit of farmers, farm women and rural youth of this area. In this context, five days Mushroom cultivation training was organized at KVK from 9th-13th October 2023 at its campus. During the training, Dr. Sukhwinder Singh Aulakh, Asstt. Prof. (Vegetable Science), […]

KVK, Ludhiana (SAMRALA) Sensitized Students of Government Senior Secondary Smarts School, Katani Kalan Regarding Crop Residue Management

Under the ongoing “Prali Prabandhan Chetna Yatra” campaign Krishi Vigyan Kendra Ludhiana (Samrala) organized an awareness camp on mobilization of school students for crop residue management on October 13, 2023 at Government Senior Secondary School (girls), Katani Kalan. The camp was organized under the guidance of Dr. Manoj Sharma Associate Director (Trg.), KVK Ludhiana (Samrala). […]

Past Lessons Shaping our Future Strategies to Curb Residue Burning – DR BUTTAR

Protecting and restoring environment is shared responsibility of all of us, Dr GS Buttar, Director of Extension Education, and the Chief guest told farmers at ‘Kisan Mela’ organized at KVK Ferozepur under the umbrella of Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR ATARI Zone 1, Ludhiana on October 12, 2023. Speaking on the issue, Dr Buttar said […]

PAU Creates Awareness on Residue Management

Continuing with its efforts to tackle the pressing issue of paddy straw burning, the Department of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organised an awareness camp on “Crop Residue Management” at Thakkarval village of block Ludhiana in which about 50 farmers participated. Dr Kuldeep Singh, Head, Department of Extension Education, expressed concern over the prevailing […]

PAU Holds Food Safety Supervisor-Advanced Manufacturing Training

In a proactive step towards ensuring food safety and promoting public health, the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organized comprehensive “Food Safety Supervisor-Advanced Manufacturing” training in the Department of Food Science and Technology, PAU. The training witnessed huge response from the participants from diverse arenas including food industry representatives, entrepreneurs, food business operators and selective students. […]

PAU Agroforestry Centre Gets Best Presentation Award

The research work of the All India Coordinated Research Project on Agroforestry (AICRP-AF) Centre of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has been adjudged as the best during the Annual Group Meeting of AICRP Centers, held at Prof Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSAU), Hyderabad from October 16-18, 2023. Out of 36 coordinating center’s spread across the […]

Vocational Training Course on “Goat Farming” Conducted at KVK Amritsar

A seven days vocational training course on “Goat Farming” was organized under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, Ludhiana at KVK, Amritsar from 16.10.2023 to 25.10.2023 in which 70 farmers/farm women and rural youth from the districts of Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Gurdaspur and Kapurthala participated. The training course was organized under the […]

KVK, Bathinda Organised a Program on Crop Residue Management at Village Teona

KVK, Bathinda organised a program for mobilizing school students on crop residue management at village Teona on 25.10.2023. Nukadnatak , essay writing and poster making competitions on crop residue management were also conducted to sensitize students regarding environment pollution. Awards were distributed among the winner students for these competitions. Rally regarding crop residue management was […]

DAATTC, Tornala- Awareness Cum Exposure Visit to RAWEP Students at ARS Tornala

Awareness cum exposure visit was organized by DAATTC, ARS and APT, Tornala on 10.10.2023 at ARS, Tornala by highlighting the research and extension activities being conducted at ARS and DAATTC, Tornala. As part of student–scientist interaction session Dr. S. Sridevi, Principal Scientist & Head, ARS, Tornala highlighted the key achievements of the ARS, Tornala in […]

KVK, Malyal – Organized Training Programme on “Operation and Maintenance of Drip Irrigation System” at Rythu Vedika, Ammapalem of Dornakal Mandal

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal organized training programme on “Operation and Maintenance of Drip Irrigation System” at Rythu Vedika, Ammapalem of Dornakal Mandal on 06-10-2023. Dr. E. Rambabu, SMS (Horticulture) explained about Operation, Maintenance of main lines, sub main lines, lateral pipes of Drip Irrigation System. He also answered the queries raised by the farmers on […]

KVK, Palem Organized Field Day on High-Density Planting System (HDPS) cum World Cotton Day Celebrations at Gudlanarva Village

KVK, Palem organized Field day on ‘High-Density Planting System (HDPS)’ cum World cotton day celebrations at Gudlanarva village, Bijinepally mandal, Nagarkurnool dist. on 07.10.2023. A field day on High Density Planting System (HDPS) has organized in Sri. Kashanna’s field at Gudlanarva village and celebrated the World Cotton Day with the farmers and introduced the technology […]

Training Programme on “Integrated Pest and Disease Management in Paddy” under DAPSC Project 2023-24 by KVK, Malyal

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal organized training programme on “Integrated Pest and Disease Management in Paddy” at Rythu vedika of Nanchari Madhur Village of Thorrur Mandal on 04-10-2023. Dr. N. Kishore Kumar, SMS (Extension) explained about, Project objectives & different ICT tools in agriculture, Dr.S. Malathi, Programme coordinator, KVK Malyal, explained about importance of seed treatment, […]

Training Programme on “Good Management Practices in Chili” by KVK, Malyal

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal organized training programme on “Good management practices in Chilli” at Rythu Vedika, Gundrathimadugu of Kuravi Mandal on 30-09-2023. Dr. E. Rambabu, SMS (Horticulture) explained about good management practices in Chilli – fertilizer management, correction of micronutrient deficiencies, integrated management practices for virus control. He emphasized growing of border crop with Jowar/Maize, […]

KVK, Hoshiarpur Organizes Awareness Camp on Paddy Stubble Management at Village Binjon

Continuing with the ongoing campaign regarding non-burning of paddy residue, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur, organized a village level awareness camp on “Paddy Residue Management” in the adopted village Binjon in collaboration with Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Garhshankar. Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training), KVK Hoshiarpur, while welcoming the farmers, urged them to […]

Employment Fairs AT PAU a big Success, Student’s Interviewed for 100 Vacancies

The University Counselling and Placement Guidance Cell organized Employment Fair under the patronage of Directorate of Students’ Welfare, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). In his inaugural address, Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, emphasized on being skillful and job ready in the competitive era, and acknowledged the importance of self- employment in the changing business landscape. He […]

KVK, Kapurthala Gives Oilseed Demonstration’s in Cluster Approach

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kapurthala, organized a camp to conduct oilseed demonstrations on canola sarson for the farmers of villages Sangra, Baupur Majid and Baupur Kadeem. Canola is an internationally accepted variety having less than 2% erucic acid in the oil. Oil rich in erucic acid is not desirable for edible purposes as it causes […]

ICAR-IISWC, RC, Koraput Organized Field Day Cum Training Programme

ICAR- ICAR-IISWC, RC, Koraput organized one day  field day cum training on Enhancing Farmers Income by Adopting Jhola Kundi under RKVY project (Assessment of performance of traditional water harvesting structure Jhola kundi in enhancing socio-economic status of tribal in Koraput district, Odisha ) on 18.10.2023 at Vill- Minapai GP- Upper Kutinga Block- Laxmipur, Dist-Koraput, Odisha. […]

KVK, Pathankot Organizes Field Day on Sesame

A field day on “Sesame” was organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Pathankot at village Matti Kot, Pathankot district, on October 12, 2023. The district is one of the potential districts for cultivation of oilseeds (sesame). The programme started with the field visit of scientists of KVK and local farmers. Dr Narinder Deep Singh, Deputy Director, […]

Paddy Straw Decomposer not a Wise Solution, Adopt in-Field Technologies: PAU VC to Extension Functionaries

Pursuing the noble cause of non-burning of rice residue, the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in association with the State Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare organised a training programme on “Paddy Stubble Management” for the extension functionaries. Speaking as chief guest at the inaugural function, Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, PAU, pointed out the challenge […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Organized Vocational Training on “Beekeeping as Subsidiary Occupation”

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur organized a five days vocational training course on “Beekeeping as subsidiary occupation” from 9 to 13-10-2023. During the inaugural session, Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training), KVK Hoshiarpur, welcomed the participants and underscored the pivotal role of beekeeping in skill development and rural empowerment. He also shared the different activities of KVK […]

National Conference on Sustainable Development and Socio-Economic Upliftment of Agrarian Society

AIMS & OBJECTIVES OF THE CONFERENCE Sustainable agriculture and rural development are integral and necessary components of sustainable development. It includes improving farmers’ livelihoods, reducing poverty, promoting environmental conservation, ensuring food security, enhancing rural infrastructure and fostering equitable distribution of resources and opportunities. These goals seek to create a balance between economic growth and social […]

KVK-Palem Conducted Cleanliness Drive and Awareness at primary School as part of Swachhata Hi Seva 2023 activities at Primary School, Palem

KVK-Palem conducted Cleanliness drive and awareness at primary School as part of Swachhata Hi Seva 2023 activities at Primary School, Palem on 27.09.2023. Mrs. E. Jyoshna SMS ( Home Science) Explained about the need and importance of cleanliness in the primary school, maintaining unhygienic school premises can lead to health issues to the students. Emphasized […]

KVK Muktsar Organized a Camp on Not Burning Stubble

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sri Muktsar Sahib organized an awareness camp on proper management of paddy stubble at village Burj Sidhwan on October 27, 2023 as per the guidelines of Director Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. , in which progressive farmer heroes of Malot Block participated in large numbers. During this camp Dr. Karamjit Sharma, […]

PAU All set to Hold International Conference of Agri-Museums

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is all set to hold the maiden 20th Congress of Agricultural Museums from October 16-18 in the University campus. Dr Gurdev Singh Khush, a World Food Prize Laureate and world-renowned rice breeder, will inaugurate the conference, while Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, PAU, will preside over the inaugural session on […]

PAU Student Awarded with National Fellowship

Ms Aditi, a Ph.D research scholar, Department of Food Science and Technology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), has been awarded with National Fellowship for Backward Classes (NFOBC) by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE), Government of India, under December 2022 National Eligibility Test, conducted by UGC (UGC-NET). The scheme is open to candidates who […]

FASC, Gangian Organizes District Level Training Programme on Paddy Residue Management

The Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC), Gangian, organized a district level training programme on “Paddy Residue Management” for the beneficiaries of Farmer Producer Organization (FPOs), Registered Farmers Groups (RFGs) and Agriculture Cooperative Societies at Dasuya on October 10. The camp was held under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. Sh […]

Past Lessons Shaping our Future Strategies to Curb Residue Burning – Dr. Buttar

Protecting and restoring environment is shared responsibility of all of us, Dr GS Buttar, Director of Extension Education, and the Chief guest told farmers at ‘Kisan Mela’ organized at KVK Ferozepur under the umbrella of Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR ATARI Zone 1, Ludhiana on October 12, 2023. Speaking on the issue, Dr Buttar said […]

Harvest ‘Kinnow’ Mandarin at Proper Maturity: PAU Urges Fruit Grower’s

In the wake of controversy over the sale of immature Kinnow fruits in Abohar Mandi (as per the newspaper reports), the experts of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) have advised the Kinnow growers and traders to focus on the future of this premium fruit, and harvest and market the fruit only when it reached the appropriate […]

KVK Jalandhar Advocate’s Sustainable Agriculture Practices in Fight Against Farm Fires

In a collective effort to address the pressing issue of farm fires and the resulting health and environmental hazards, KVK Jalandhar organized a camp to educate and inspire students about sustainable agricultural practices. Er Rupinder Chandel, Assistant Professor, Farm Machinery and Power Engineering (FMPE), expressed deep concern about the ongoing problem of farm fires and […]

PAU and University of Wolverhampton Eye Alliance in Language and Heritage

In a significant stride towards fostering academic cooperation and promoting cultural heritage, a fruitful interaction transpired between Dr. Opinderjit Kaur Takhar, Associate Professor of Sikh Studies and Director of the Centre for Sikh and Punjabi Studies at the University of Wolverhampton, UK and Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana. Mr. […]

Five Student’s of PAU Shine at National Level

Five students of the first batch of B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture from the College of Horticulture and Forestry, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), have excelled in All India Entrance Examination, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). Students, namely Keshav, Tamana, Sonia Devi, Shivdeep Thakur and Jagjit Singh appeared in […]

KVK Ropar’s CRM Campaign Continues

Under the ongoing campaign on ‘In-situ Management of Crop Residue’ Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ropar organized two programmes viz one village level awareness programme and one awareness camp on mobilization of school students on crop residue management on October 11, 2023 in the adopted village Bajrur and Senior Secondary School, Bajrur. The camps were organized under […]

KVK Fatehghar Sahib Spread’s Awareness about Paddy Residue Management

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib, organized a village level camp on “Paddy Residue Management” at village Panchen on October 11 under the leadership of Dr Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training). About 100 farmers from village Panchen participated in the camp. In the camp, Dr Vipan Kumar Rampal emphasized on efficient management of crop […]

New Agro-Books by DR. A.S. Tanda Enrich Scientific Literature at PAU

In a significant event, three books edited by Dr. Amarjit Singh Tanda were formally introduced to the public. The titles of the books are ‘Advances in Insect Pollination Technology in Sustainable Agriculture,’ ‘Advances in Integrated Pest Management Technology: Innovative and Applied Aspects,’ and ‘Molecular Advances in Insect Resistance of Field Crops: Modern and Applied Approaches.’ […]

Training Programme on Micro-Irrigation Techniques in Rabi Crops Kicks off at Regional Station, Bathinda

A five-day training programme on “Enhancing Irrigation Water Use Efficiency Through Micro-Irrigation Techniques in Wheat and other Rabi Crops” kicked off at Regional Research Station, Jodhpur Farm, Bathinda under NABARD sponsored project titled “Amelioration of barren undulated land to cotton-wheat crop systems through micro irrigation using saline water in semi-arid region of Punjab.” Dr Anureet Kaur Dhaliwal, Senior Agronomist […]

KVK, Fatehghar Sahib Drives Awareness on Sustainable Paddy Residue Management

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Fatehgarh Sahib, led by Dr Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training), took a significant step toward sustainable agriculture by organizing a “Block Level Camp” on Paddy Residue Management in the village of Pola on October 10, 2023, and witnessed active participation from approximately 100 farmers from the region. During the camp, […]

KVK, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Organized Vocational Training on ‘Preparation of Healthy Sweets for Festive Season’

Under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar organized a vocational training course on “Preparation of healthy sweets for festive season” from 3rd-9th October, 2023. During this course, 33 farmers and farmwomen took part in the training. Mrs. Renu Bala, Demonstrator (Home Science) demonstrated different recipes […]

Field Day on Sesame Organised by KVK, Ropar

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ropar organized a field day on “Sesame” at village Raipur under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana and the ICAR-ATARI Zone -1, Ludhiana. Around 50 farmers and farm women from the village participated in this programme. Dr Satbir Singh, Deputy Director, KVK Ropar, informed […]

KVK, Gurdaspur Organizes Village Level Awareness Camp on Paddy Residue Management

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Gurdaspur, organized a village level camp on “Paddy Residue Management” at village Nainokot, block Kahnuwan on October 11. About 75 farmers participated in this camp. In the camp, Dr SS Aulakh, Associate Director (T), urged the farmers to shun stubble burning practice and adopt PAU recommended technologies to manage paddy straw. […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Organizes Awareness Camp on Paddy Residue Management

In a bid to advocate non-burning of paddy residue and popularize paddy straw management techniques to avoid environmental degradation, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur conducted a village level awareness camp on different techniques of paddy residue management in the adopted village Ibrahimpur of block Tanda of district Hoshiarpur on October 10. At the outset, Dr Maninder […]

PAU VC Releases Information and Rule Book of Youth Festival

With the season of cultural activities knocking on the doors of the University, the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), has come up with a comprehensive ‘Information and Rule Book’ pertaining to the smooth conduct of the PAU Youth Festival, to be held in the campus from November 1-9. The ‘Information and Rule Book’ was released by […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Organizes Training Programme on Quality Production of Gur/Shakkar

A vocational training programme on “Quality production of gur/shakkar” was conducted by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur from 3rd to 9th October, 2023 under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, Ludhiana. During the inaugural session, Dr. Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training), KVK, Hoshiarpur welcomed the participants. He said that PAU, Ludhiana, […]

Training Programme on Paddy Residue Management Organised at Krishi Vigyan Kendra Fatehghar Sahib

Krishi Vigyan Kendra Fatehgarh Sahib under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University organised one day training programme on paddy residue management for the beneficiaries of Farmer Producer Organization (FPOs), Registered Farmers Groups (RFGs) and Primary Agriculture Cooperative Societies (PACS) who have availed subsidies or applied for Crop residue management (CRM) machines. The training was conducted […]

Farmer’s and Farm Women’s Apprised of Mushroom Growing Practices

A five-day training course on “Mushroom Growing Practices for Winter Season” was organised by the Skill Development Centre at the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). In total, 76 farmers and farm women participated in the course, which aimed at honing the cultivation skills of the trainees for the successful mushroom cultivation. The Associate Director (Skill Development) […]

PRSC Expert Explains use of Geospatial Technologies in Agriculture

The Zoological Society, Department of Zoology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), celebrated the Wildlife week by organizing a guest lecture on the “Geospatial Technologies and its relevance for Resilient India” in the University (PAU). Dr Anil Sood, Former Head, Agro-ecosystem and Crop Modelling Division, Punjab Remote Sensing Centre, Ludhiana, delivered the talk. Dr Shammi Kapoor, Dean, […]

KVK, Hoshiarpur Motivates Students of Smart School, KOT Fatuhi to Help Curb Stubble Burning

Under the ongoing efforts, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur conducted an awareness programme to curb the practice of paddy residue burning. The Government Senior Secondary Smart School, Kot Fatuhi of Mahilpur block in Hoshiarpur district, participated in the programme. At the outset, Sh Parvinder Kumar, Incharge of the school, welcomed the experts from KVK and lauded […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Langroya, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Organizes District Level Camp on Paddy Residue Management

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Langroya, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana & ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1 Ludhiana organized a district level camp on paddy residue management under the ongoing “praali parbandhan chetna yatra” campaign on 8-10-2023 at its campus to acquaint farmers about the different residue management technologies. Sh. Mahinder […]

PAU Faculty Publishes Two Internationally Impactful Books

Two books edited by Dr Rajan Sharma and Dr Savita Sharma, Department of Food Science and Technology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), and published by International Publication House – Taylor and Francis Group, CRC Press, were released at the International Conference on “Agricultural Libraries and User Community (ICALUC-2023),” organized in the University recently. The first book […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ludhiana Promotes Sustainable Crop Residue Management at Kisan Mela

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ludhiana (Samrala) under the aegis of Director of Extension Education and ICAR ATARI Zone-1, organized Kisan Mela on crop residue management under the ongoing “Prali Parbandhan Chetna Yatra” campaign. In this Kisan Mela held on October,9, 2023 more than 700 farmers/ farm-women participated. Dr. Gurmeet Singh Buttar, Director of Extension Education, PAU, […]

PAU Student’s and Farmers Take out Awareness Rally on Straw Management

Aiming to stop farmers from torching farm fires, an awareness rally was taken out by the farmers and the Rural Awareness Work Experience (RAWE) students of the College of Horticulture and Forestry, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in the village Jangpur of district Ludhiana. The programme was a part of the training course on “Crop Residue […]

PAU to Hold Inter-Colleges Youth Fest from November 1-9

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) will organize the Inter-College Youth Festival 2023-24 from November 1-9. Various teams have been constituted under the patronage of Vice-Chancellor Dr Satbir Singh Gosal for the smooth and successful conduct of the festival. Giving details, Dr Nirmal Singh Jaura, Director Students’ Welfare, informed that the event will kick start with […]

Successful Conclusion of Five-day Vocational Training on Festive Sweets Preparation at KVK Ropar

A five-day vocational training programme titled “Preparation of Sweets for Festive Season”, organized by the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Ropar under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, reached its successful conclusion today. This programme, held from October 3rd to October 9th, 2023, aimed to equip participants with the skills to create delectable sweets for […]

Visit of students from GKVK College, Bangalore to ICAR-CIRCOT

A team of 68 Students and 3 faculty members of College of Agirl. Engineering, GKVK, UAS, Bangalore visited ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai on 10th  October, 2023. They were shown Mechanical Processing Division, Quality Evaluation and Improvement Division and Exhibition room. The concerned scientists and technical staff elaborated about the different products, machineries, equipment available in the institute. They were […]

ICAR-CIBA Conducted an Awareness Campaign through a “Puppet Show on brackishwater Aquaculture and Agro-Based Technologies Based Livelihood Opportunities for the Schedule Tribes and Schedule Caste Families

The KRC unit of CIBA club in collaboration with People’s Blood Centre, Kolkata proudly organized a Blood Donation Camp on October 17, 2023, and it was nothing short of a phenomenal success. With the community’s unwavering support, 100 units of life-saving blood were collected. High standards of hygiene, safety, and quality were upheld during the […]

Stakeholders’ Consultation Meet on Crop Residue Management Organized

ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Ludhiana, in collaboration with Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organized a one-day Stakeholders’ Meet on Crop Residue Management (CRM) on 29th September 2023. The event commenced with paying a befitting tribute to renowned agricultural scientist and father of the Indian Green Revolution, Dr MS Swaminathan, who passed away recently. The meet was […]

Research-Extension Interface Meet on Precision Livestock Farming

ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Zone-I, Ludhiana in collaboration with Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana successfully organized “Research-Extension Interface Meet on Precision Livestock Farming” from 1-2 September 2023. The meeting was attended by Subject Matter Specialists (Animal Science) of 42 Krishi Vigyan Kendra’s (KVKs) from Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu […]

Review Workshop on Crop Residue Management Project

ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone-I, Ludhiana and Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana jointly organized a Review Workshop of the Crop Residue Management (CRM) project at Ludhiana from September 10-11, 2023. All 60 project implementing Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) of Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and Uttar Pradesh participated in the workshop. Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor […]

ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana Organized a Review-Cum-Action Plan Workshop Under the Technology Demonstration Component of National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture (TDC-NICRA) Project at Krishi Vigyan Kendra

ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana organized a Review-cum-Action Plan Workshop under the Technology Demonstration Component of National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture (TDC-NICRA) project at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kathua (Jammu & Kashmir) on 12-13 August 2023. A total of 35 Scientists from 17 KVKs of Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh participated, and deliberated upon […]

ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana Along with Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) of Zone-I Organised Various Activities Under the “Swachhta Hi Sewa” Campaign

ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana along with Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) of Zone-I organised various activities under the “Swachhta Hi Sewa” Campaign from 15th September to 2nd October 2023. At the start of the campaign, all the officials and staff of ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana, and KVKs took the Swachhta Pledge. Different activities were organized under the theme “Garbage-Free India”. All the 72 KVKs […]

ICAR-CIBA Conducted a Hands-on Training on “Recent Advances in Brackishwater Aquaculture Technologies” The Fish Farmers of Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu

A five-days training on Recent Advances in Brackishwater Aquaculture Technologies was conducted by ICAR-CIBA for the fish farmers of Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu, from September 4th to 8th, 2023. The training was organized in response to a request from the Department of Fisheries, Tamil Nadu, with funding support from the Agriculture Technology Management Agency (ATMA) […]

ICAR-CIBA inks MOU with Kings Infra for Development of Sustainable Brackishwater Aquaculture During the Global Summit at New Delhi

ICAR-CIBA, Chennai signed MoU with Kings Infra Ventures Pvt. Ltd for scientific collaboration during a seminar on “Sustainable Aquaculture: India’s potential to be the Global Reader” was hosted by Kings Infra, a BSE- listed market leader in sustainable aquaculture  on September 25, 2023, in New Delhi.  The partnership, inter-alia will cover promoting domestication of indigenous native […]

CAR-CIBA, Kakdwip Research Centre Organized Interaction Meet Cum Swachhata Hi Sewa Programme with Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Farmers

Kakdwip Research Centre (KRC) of ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (CIBA) organized an interaction meet cum Swachhata Hi Sewa programme for scheduled caste and scheduled tribe farmers of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal on 2nd October, 2023 to commemorate the Gandhi jayanthi diwas. At the beginning of the programme Dr. Debasis De, Head, KRC of […]

ICAR-CIBA in Collaboration with Govt. of West Bengal Organized Training Programme on “Seed production, Nursery Rearing and Farming of Asian Seabass (Lates calcarifer)” for the Farmers of West Bengal

ICAR-CIBA in collaboration with   West Bengal Accelerated Development of Minor Irrigation Project (WBADMIP) under Water Resource Investigation & Development Department (WRIDD), Govt. of West Bengal organized five days training programme on “Seed production, nursery rearing and farming of Asian Seabass (Lates calcarifer)” during 3rd –7th October, 2023 at Kakdwip Research Centre of ICAR-CIBA, Kakdwip for capacity building and promotion of seabass farming […]

Visit of students from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International school of Textiles and Management to Regional Unit Coimbatore

Students of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International school of Textiles and Management, Coimbatore, (under the Ministry of Textiles) along with 3 faculty members visited Regional Unit on 13th Oct 2023 to ascertain the functioning of our Institute. They were explained about the principles of textile testing, analysis of data, functioning of AFIS instrument, and various technologies […]

Organised “Exploring Agri-Entrepreneurship Landscape” at College of Agricultural Engineering, Kandi

Organised a Lecture and interaction session at College of Agricultural Engineering, Kandi, Sangareddy on “Exploring Agri- Entrepreneurship landscape” on 07.10.2023. Speaker Dr. R. Kalpana sastry, Managing director, Ag hub, PJTSAU, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad and her team have addressed on importance of entrepreneurship and startups for agriculture graduates and advised to start “innovation club” in the college […]

Visit of students from Atomic Energy Central School Tarapur to ICAR-CIRCOT

A team of 80 Students and 3 faculty members of Atomic Energy Central School No.2 Tarapur, Maharashtra visited ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai on 11th October, 2023. They were shown Mechanical Processing Division, Quality Evaluation and Improvement Division and Exhibition room. The concerned scientists and technical staff elaborated about the different products, machineries, equipment available in the institute. They were also explained about […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Organized Training on, ‘Advanced Characterization of Cotton Quality and its Spinning & Dyeing Performance’ Under SCSP Scheme

ICAR-CIRCOT Mumbai has organized a 3 days training on, ‘Advanced Characterization of Cotton Quality and its Spinning & Dyeing Performance’ during 25-27th September 2023. This training was conducted under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) scheme of ICAR. This was a specialized training program conducted for scheduled caste community candidates to upgrade their skill and […]

KVK, Malyal – Organized Training Programme on “HDPS Cotton” under ICAR-CICR Special Project under NFSM 2023 at Upparapalli village of Kesamudram Mandal

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal organized training programme on “HDPS Cotton” under special project on cotton, ICAR-CICR titled “Targeting technologies to agro-ecological zones-large scale demonstration of best practices to enhance cotton productivity” under NFSM 2023 at Upparapalli village of Kesamudram mandal dated 07.10.23. Dr. N. Kishore Kumar, SMS (Extension) explained about, Project objectives & spread over […]

PAU VC Hails Mega Success of Kisan Melas in September, Thanks Faculty and Staff

The Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Dr Satbir Singh Gosal hailed the successful organization of the seven Kisan Melas across Punjab in September. Addressing the gathering of deans, directors, scientists and staff of PAU as chief guest of the thanks-giving function, Dr Gosal welcomed the overwhelming response to the meals (offline and online) which […]

PAU’s Pabi Holds Session on Agri Infra Funds and IPR

The Punjab Agri Business Incubator (PABI), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), hosted a virtual session on “Agri Infra Funds and Intellectual Property Rights” to delve into the transformative potential of the agri-business startups. In total, 80 participants from diverse sectors interested in the growth and sustainability of the agricultural industry attended the event. The virtual session […]

Home Science ADG of ICAR Lauds PAU’s Community Science College for Professionalism

The Additional Director General, Education Planning and Home Science (EP&HS), Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Dr Bimlesh Mann visited the College of Community Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and shared her insights with Dr Kiranjot Sidhu, Dean, College of Community Science; Dr Pardeep Kumar Chhuneja, Dean of Post Graduate Studies, and heads of the […]

PAU Trained Startups Bag Two Awards at Ciphet Kisan Mela

Two startups trained by Punjab Agri Business Incubator (PABI) of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) clinched awards at the Kisan Mela, organized by the Central Institute of Post-Harvest Engineering and technology (CIPHET), Ludhiana from October 3-5. Out of five University trained startups, two bagged the awards. Mr Abhinav Mahajan won the second prize in machine category […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Hosts District -Level Awareness Camp on Sustainable Paddy Residue Management

To combat environmental degradation and promote sustainable agriculture practices, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bahowal, Hoshiarpur, organized a district-level awareness camp on paddy residue management. This event was held as part of the ongoing “Praali Parbandhan Chetna Yatra” campaign by Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, to raise awareness among farmers about responsible paddy straw management techniques. The […]

Soil Survey and Mapping using Remote Sensing & GIS

ABOUT THE TRAINING PROGRAMME The program on Soil survey and Mapping focuses on understanding and characterizing soil formation, evolution, and the theoretical and practical frameworks. It pays particular attention on morphology and the geographic distributions of soils, and the placement of soil bodies into larger temporal and spatial dimensions and develops systems of soil classification […]

Organized Awareness Campagna under Public Interest Disclosure & Protection of Informer (PIDPI) Resolution in Gram Sabha Gumthi village, Kamptee Taluka, Nagpur on 26th September 2023

Public Interest Disclosure & Protection of Informer (PIDPI) Resolution (16th August 2023 to 15th Nov. 2023) as a precursor of Vigilance Awareness Week 2023 (30th October 2023 -5 th Nov. 2023) was organised at Gram Sabha of Gumthi village, Kamptee Taluka, Nagpur on 26th September 2023. Programme was started with welcome address by the local […]

Report of Swachhata Hi Seva- Garbaje Free India and Gram Sabha Organized at Gumthi village, Kamptee taluka, Nagpur district on 26th September 2023

The Swachhata Hi Seva- Garbaje Free India programme and Gram Sabha were organized by ICAR- NBSS & LUP, Nagpur at Gumthi village, Kamptee taluka, Nagpur district on 26th September2023. The cleanliness activities in Gumthi gram panchayat and village has been carried out and Various lectures on importance of cleanliness for healthy environment, healthy agriculture and […]

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is All Set to Hold an “Employment Fair”

The University Counselling and Placement Guidance Cell of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is all set to hold an “Employment Fair” on October 11, 2023 under the aegis of the Directorate of Students’ Welfare. This multifaceted event will have diverse activities aimed at providing suitable employment avenues for PAU students. Besides job interviews to be conducted […]

Kisan Mela at KVK Jalandhar Promotes Sustainable Paddy Straw Management

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Jalandhar (Noormahal), in collaboration with the Director of Extension Education and ICAR Attari Zone-1, organized Kisan Mela to educate farmers about properly managing paddy straw. With over 1500 enthusiastic farmers in attendance, the event aimed to raise awareness about the adverse effects of stubble burning and introduce farmers to innovative crop residue […]

Successful Conclusion of ICALUC-2023: PAU Paves way Forward for Agricultural Libraries’ Sustainable Development Goals

The Third International Conference of Agricultural Libraries and Users Community (ICALUC-2023), organized by Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Ludhiana, as part of its Diamond Jubilee Celebrations and in collaboration with the Association of Agricultural Libraries and Documentalists (AALDI), concluded at the Pal Auditorium today. The event, held over two days, witnessed eminent figures and experts in […]

PAU Conducts Training Workshop on Safe Storage of Food Grains

The Department of Processing and Food Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a one-day training workshop on “Hermetic Storage of Food Grains Without Using any Hazardous Chemicals” in the Jacob Hall. This workshop was organized on the successful completion of two research projects funded by the Society for Mission Tandrust Punjab. Participants from different districts […]

Three PAU Biotechnology Students Secure Admission in Reputed Universities

Three Master’s graduates of the School of Agricultural Biotechnology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), have brought laurels to the institution by securing admission to the Ph.D programmes in the reputed international universities. Students, namely Ms Hitashi Aggarwal, Ms Sehgeet Kaur and Mr Gaganjeet have got admission at Murdoch University, Australia; Virginia Tech University, USA; and Clemson […]

ICAR-CIFA Organized 5 Day Training on ‘Low-Cost Feed Production and Feeding in Fish Farming’ During 18-22 September, 2023

A 5-day training program was organized on ‘Low-cost feed production and feeding in fish farming’ for fish farmers and other stakeholders during 18-22 September, 2023, at the ICAR Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Bhubaneswar. Dr. S.S. Giri, Head of Fish Nutrition and Physiology Division and Dr Siddaiah, G.M., Scientist were the Course Directors. In the […]

Training Course on Current Trends in Food Processing Technology

About CIFT: Central Institute of Fisheries Technology (CIFT) under the Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR), New Delhi, is the only technology Institute in India which caters to the broad spectrum of fisheries from harvest to postharvest operations, covering both inland and marine sectors. CIFT is ISO / IEC 17025: 2017 NABL accredited, ISO 9001: […]

Training Programme Under SCSP Nanotechnological Applications in Fisheries

Topics to be covered • Introduction to nanotechnology • Applications of nanomaterials in fisheries • Synthesis of nanomaterials from natural sources • Inorganic and organic nano materials: Sources, properties and application • Characterization of nanomaterials • Nano sensor development and application • Nano composites for biodeterioration and biodegradation Eligibility • MSc Chemistry, Physics, Biology and […]

ICAR-CIFT Conducted the Hands-on Training Program on ‘Pre-Processing and Drying of Fish’

The hands-on training program on ‘Pre-processing and drying of fish’ was conducted for two days from 13th – 14th September 2023 at the Engineering Section, ICAR-CIFT, Cochin. The training programme was sponsored by ICAR for Scheduled Caste candidates under Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan. The training was conducted to develop skills in the pre-processing and hygienic drying of fish […]

Report on Awareness Programme on Scientific Fish Farming in Freshwater Aquaculture organized in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh

Regional Research Centre, ICARCIFA, Vijayawada organized an Awareness Programmes on Scientific Fish Farming in Freshwater Aquaculture in Khanapuram, Khammam District, Telangana and Chinaparimi, Bapatla District, Andhra Pradesh on 07th October 2023 and 10th October 2023, respectively under Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP). Total 101 numbers of participants were registered to attend the programme in both […]

Experts Dwell upon Straw Management and Crop Diversification at PAU Kisan Club Meet

Agricultural experts explained crop residue management technologies, successful cultivation of wheat and oilseeds, kitchen gardening model and landscaping during the monthly training camp of PAU Kisan Club at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. More than 150 farmers attended the camp which was held under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education. Advising the farmers to […]

Institute of Agriculture, Gurdaspur Organizes Freshers’ Party for New Entrants

The second year students of PAU’s Institute of Agriculture, Gurdaspur organized a Freshers’ party for the new entrants. Being a colorful affair, the party had an eye-catching moments like dance performances and funny games which thrilled and entertained the newcomers. The celebration also included events like musical chair, balloon bursting, moving up glasses and funny […]

48 Rural Women Attend PAU Kisan Club Camp

As many as 48 rural women participated in the monthly training camp of women’s wing of PAU Kisan Club. The camp was organized at the Skill Development Centre, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). The Coordinator of the club Mrs Kanwaljit Kaur shed light on the significant contributions made by PAU to the self-reliant journey of farm […]

KVK Bathinda Empowers Farmers with Comprehensive Pest and Disease Management Knowledge

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bathinda, under the guidance of Dr Gurmeet Singh Buttar, Director of Extension Education at Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, organized a Farmer Field Day centred around ‘Comprehensive Pest and Disease Management.’ This event occurred at Kili Nihal Singh Wala village in the district and was part of a project funded by ICAR – […]

District-Level Awareness Camp Promotes Eco-Friendly Techniques for Sustainable Agriculture at KVK Kapurthala

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Kapurthala, organized a district-level awareness camp focusing on in-situ crop residue management (CRM) at its campus under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, and ICAR ATARI Zone-I, Ludhiana, aimed to promote eco-friendly farming practices and sustainability. Over 150 farmers and farm women enthusiastically participated in the programme. […]

Kishan Ghosties Organized at Jhadol and Bassi Villages of Udaipur (Under SCSP Project)

ICAR-NBSS&LUP, Regional Centre, Udaipur organized two Kishan Ghosties at Jhadol and Bassi villages of Udaipur and Salumbar districts on 22/09/2023. First Kishan Ghosty was arranged in morning session at Jhadol village and second was arranged in Bassi village in the afternoon session. In these Ghosties more than 200 farmers belonging to SC community were participated […]

The Advanced Training Programme on ‘Remote Sensing and GIS in Digital Soil Mapping’

About the Course Digital Soil Mapping (DSM) entails the creation and population of spatial soil information systems by numerical models inferring the spatial and temporal variations of soil types and soil properties from soil observation and knowledge derived from related environmental variables. The digital soil map is a raster-based map composed of 2-dimensional cells (pixels) […]

ICAR-NBPGR RS, Phagli Shimla Organized One Day Farmer’s Interaction Programme on “Strengthening Backyard Gardens for Conserving Plant Genetics Resources” under the SCSP scheme at Rampur Keonthal Panchay at of Block Totu District Shimla H

ICAR-NBPGR RS, Phagli Shimla organized one day Farmer’s interaction Programme on “Strengthening Backyard Gardens for Conserving Plant Genetics Resources” under the SCSP scheme on 10th Oct. 2023 at Rampur Keonthal Panchay at of Block Totu District Shimla HP. A total 350 Farmers form Bagi, Dhamun, Rampur Keonthal Panchayats participated in this program. Dr. Gyandera Pratap […]

Dr D.K. Yadava, ADG (Seed), ICAR, Chief Guest, Concluded the NAHEP-CAAST Sponsored Training Program on Genomic Tools in Plant Genetic Resource Management

The valedictory function of the NAHEP-CAAST sponsored training program on “Genomic Tools in Plant Genetic Resource Management” was held on September 29 2023 at ICAR- National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources, Pusa Campus New Delhi and chaired by Dr D.K. Yadava, ADG (Seed), ICAR and other dignitaries from NBPGR are graced the function. While introducing […]

Report of One Day Training Programme Under NEH

ICAR-NBPGR regional station, Umiam in collaboration with KVK, Khawzawl Mizoram conducted one day training on Plant Genetic Resources awareness on agri- Horticultural crops on 13th September 2023 under NEH schemes to Mizo Tribal Community. Dr. Julius Uchoi, Scientist and OIC delivered lectured on different types of PGR and its importance, conservation and utilization in Agri- […]

West Jaintia Hills Organized a One Day Programme for Farmers on “Awareness Camp on Utilization and Conservation of Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture” at Narwan Village

ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources, Regional Station, Umiam in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), West Jaintia Hills organized a One Day Programme for farmers on “Awareness Camp on Utilization and Conservation of Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture” at Narwan Village, East Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya on 15th Sept., 2023. The program was […]

NAHEP -CAAST Sponsored Training Program on “Genomic Tools in Plant Genetic Resource Management” Inaugurated on September at ICAR-NBPGR

The world bank sponsored NAHEP-CAAST training program on “Genomic Tools in Plant Genetic Resource Management” September 18-29, 2023 at ICAR- National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources was inaugurated on September 18, 2023. The Chief guest for the function was Dr Anuradha Agrawal, National Co-ordinator, NAHEP, ICAR and the Guest of Honors were Dr KM Manjaiah, […]

Plant Genetic Resources Conservation Awareness Programme Organized for the Small, Marginal and Tribal Farmers

Plant Genetic Resources Conservation Awareness programme on 05.09.2023 for livelihood support of small and marginal Tribal farmers was organized by ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources, New Delhi under the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) at Village Vagunda, Tehsil Gadbore District Rajsamand, Rajasthan on 02.09.2023. Exhibition of local genetic diversity of plant genetic resources brought by the […]

International Conference on Agricultural Libraries and user Community Commences at PAU

The Third International Conference of Agricultural Librarians and Users Community (ICALUC-2023), themed “Agricultural Libraries and Sustainable Development Goals: The Way Forward,” commenced at Pal Auditorium, hosted by Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) as part of its Diamond Jubilee Celebrations. Organized in collaboration with the Association of Agricultural Libraries and Documentarists (AALDI), the conference started on a […]

DDG from ICAR Delivers a Talk at PAU

The Punjab Chapter of Indian Society of Agricultural Engineers organized an interactive talk on the “Widening Scope of Agricultural Engineers for Sustaining the Agriculture” at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). The talk was delivered by Dr SN Jha, President, Indian Society of Agricultural Engineers and Deputy Director General (Agricultural Engineering), Indian Council Agricultural Research (ICAR). Dr […]

Brace Yourself for no-Burn Agriculture: PAU vc to Scientist

At the monthly meeting on 05.10.2023 of the Extension and Research Review Committee at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, asked the scientists to roll up their sleeves and brace themselves for no-burn agriculture in Punjab. “Working step by step and tracking minute by minute will go a long way in combating […]

PAU Trains Farmers in Nursery Raising of Vegetables

In all, 18 farmers participated in the two-day training course on 05.10.2023 “Nursery Raising of Vegetables,” organized at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) under the guidance of Dr GS Buttar, Director of Extension Education. The course was conducted in association with the Department of Vegetable Science, PAU. Dr TS Riar, Associate Director (Skill Development) and Additional […]

Parali Parbandhan Chetna Yatra led by KVKS of PAU at Regional Kisan Mela at Amritsar

Keeping its commitment towards conservation agriculture and effective Crop Residue Management (CRM), Punjab Agricultural University, through its Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Amritsar, KVK, Pathankot, Gurdaspur and Tarn Taran initiated the Parali Parbandhan Chetna Yatra on October 04, 2023. Dr Bikramjit Singh, Associate Director (Trg) of KVK, Amritsar, in his welcome address, discussed the achievements and facilities provided […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, La+Ngroya, Empowers Farmers with Paddy Residue Management Expertise

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Langroya, in collaboration with the Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, organized a block-level awareness camp on paddy residue management on October 3, 2023, in the adopted village of Daulatpur, aimed towards enlightening farmers about sustainable paddy management practices. Dr Maninder Singh Bons, Associate Director (Training) at KVK […]

PBKA Members get Training in Beekeeping at PAU, Elect New Members of Association

To expand the skills of the beekeepers, a monthly training camp was held at 04.10.2023 Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) for the members of Progressive Beekeepers’ Association (PBKA), today. A total of 55 beekeepers attended the camp which was organized by the Directorate of Extension Education. Dr Poonam A Sachdev, Principal Food Technologist, demonstrated the making […]

PAU VC Calls Upon Punjab Farmers to Adopt Surface Seeding for Straw Management

In a bid to wean away farmers from stubble burning, on 04.10.2023 the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has developed and recommended a new “Surface Seeding-cum-Mulching” technology which is operated using 45 horse power tractor and can sow wheat on 1.5 acres within an hour. Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, PAU, has called upon the farmers […]

PAU’s DSW Dr. Ns Jaura Selected as Member of Bathinda PTU Varsity

Dr Nirmal Jaura, Director Students’ Welfare, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), has been selected as a member of Youth Welfare Council of Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University, Bathinda for a period of two years. Having a long association of over three decades with PAU, Dr Jaura has made immense contribution to the field of Punjabi […]

PAU Student Bags Young Researcher Award

Ms Irin Das, a Ph.D student of the Department of Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS), College of Community Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), has been conferred with the “Young Researcher Award” and the “3rd Best Paper Award” at the International Multidisciplinary Conference on “Shaping the Future Trends and Insights for Tomorrow,” organized by the Inspira […]

Stop Stubble Fires, use Paddy Straw For Mushroom Growing: PAU Urges Farmers

As many as 32 mushroom growers attended the five-day training course on “Mushroom Cultivation for Winter Season” which concluded at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. The course, planned specifically for the farmers and the farm women, was held under the guidance of Dr GS Buttar, Director of Extension Education, PAU. Dr TS Riar, Associate Director […]

ICAR-CIFA organized 5-day training on “Fish Health and Freshwater Pond Environment Management” at RRC-Rahara, West Bengal

A 5-day training was organized on “Fish Health and Freshwater Pond Environment Management” during 11-15 September 2023by ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture at its Regional Research Centre, Rahara, West Bengal. During inauguration Dr. B.N. Paul, Scientist-in-Charge welcomed the participants. In his opening remarks he had highlighted the importance of fish health and environment managemental freshwater […]

Training cum Awareness Programme on “Ornamental Fish Farming” under SCSP Programme DFCT, Innakhera, Shri Muktsar Sahib, Punjab

Regional Research Centre of ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (RRC of ICAR-CIFA) in collaboration with Department of Fisheries Punjab at Shri Muktsar Sahib, Punjab have organized one day Training cum Awareness Programme on “Ornamental Fish Farming” under SCSP programme on 05.10.2023 at DFTC, Innakhera, Shri Muktsar Sahib, Punjab. Dr Mukesh Kumar Bairwa, SIC, RRC CIFA […]

Training Programme for Technical Staff Food Processing, Packaging, and Value Addition of Agricultural and Livestock Produce

About the Course Food processing enhances shelf life and adds value even if the agricultural produce is merely cleaned, sorted and packaged. Further processing into high value-added product is even more advantageous. Value addition enables remunerative prices to farmers. Enhanced shelf life leads to reduction in wastages. Food processing is moreover employment intensive and creates […]

ICAR CIPHET-IIFA & Kisan Mela 2023: A Resounding Success in Ludhiana

Ludhiana, October 5, 2023 – The Central Institute of Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology (CIPHET) has triumphantly concluded CIPHET-IIFA 2023 – Industry Interface Fair on Agro-processing & Kisan Mela, labelling a remarkable celebration of its 35th Foundation Day. Collaborating closely with COFAME, this event served as a significant platform for fostering partnerships between the agricultural processing, […]

Inauguration of 114th Famous Krishi Kumbh in the University Pantnagar.

13 October 2023 Inauguration of the 114th All India Farmers Fair and Agro Industry Exhibition of the University, His Excellency the Governor of Uttarakhand present as the chief guest today. The ribbon was cut by General Gurmeet Singh. The inaugural session was attended by Vice Chancellor, Dr. Manmohan Singh Chouhan; Vice Chairman of Farmers Commission […]

Press Conference on 114th Kisan Fair at Directorate of Extension Education Pantnagar

12 October 2023 A press conference of the 114th Kisan Fair was organized today at the Directorate of Extension Education in the University in which Director Extension Education, Dr. J.P. Jaiswal said that under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan, the 114th All India Farmers Fair and Agro Industry Exhibition is being […]

National Agri-Startups Conclave (NASC) 2023 Organized Pantnagar.

National Agri-Startups Conclave (NASC) 2023 organized Pantnagar. 07 October 2023 National Agri-Startups Conclave (NASC) 2023 was organized today by IDP Nahep and his team in the university to promote innovation by inspiring the thinking of the youth. The chief guest at the conclave was Deputy Director General (Education) of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research […]

Students Taught Villagers the Virtues of Being Free from Mental Stress Pantnagar.

Students taught villagers the virtues of being free from mental stress Pantnagar. On October 10, 2023, on the occasion of ‘World Mental Health Day’, a one-day workshop was organized at Nagla Dairy Colony by the fourth year students of Home Science College in the University, in which people were made aware about mental illnesses through […]

One-day Seminar Program Organized on Dairy Animal Husbandry Pantnagar.

A one-day dairy animal husbandry seminar program was organized by the 11 October 2023 General Vipin Rawat Mountain Research Institute of the University in the Veterinary and Animal Sciences College Auditorium. About 45 progressive dairy cattle farmers from Nainital, Champawat and Udham Singh Nagar districts participated in this program. In the inauguration of the program, […]

Conclusion of 5 day Skill Development Program in Dairy and Food Collège

A 5-day training program on ‘Sitaphal Production and Processing’ concluded on 23 September 2023 under the joint aegis of the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises of the Government of India and the College of Dairy and Food Technology. In this 5-day training program, 21 participants improved their entrepreneurship skills in the experiential training […]

Successful Training of Parachute jumping to Khushwant Singh of FM and food college

Khushwant Singh of the University of Dairy and Food Technology has been awarded the title of Parachute Jumping. Parachute Jumping Training Course was organized at PTN Air Force Agra from 01 September 2023 to 25 September 2023 under the aegis of Fruit Training UP Air Squadron. For this session, 15 lakh NDTV’s data from all […]

Good Planting Material is the Key to Higher Production

Udaipur 30 September 2023 A six-day training on “Technology of Plant Propagation in Vegetables” was started for graduate students under the Institutional Development Program in the Research Directorate of Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur. On this occasion, Dr. Mahesh Kothari, project co-incharge and director of planning and supervision, as the chief guest, […]

Bureau Celebrated 40th Foundation Day, Organizing Various Programs for Farmers and Researchers

ICAR-NBAGR celebrated its 40th Foundation Day on 21st September 2023, through organizing various activities for farmers and scientific community. Dr S L Goswami, Former Vice Chancellor, Banda University of Agriculture & Technology and Former Director, ICAR-NAARM graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Dr G K Gaur, Asst. Director General (AP&B), ICAR and Dr Gyanendra Singh Director, ICAR-Indian […]

Kerala State Interface Meet for AnGR Documentation held at Mannuthy, Kerala

ICAR-National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources organized Interface Meet of Kerala state for ‘Documentation of Indigenous AnGR of Kerala’ at College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Mannuthy on 8th September, 2023, in collaboration with Animal Husbandry Department, Govt. of Kerala and Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (KVASU). This was 16th State Interface Meet under the “Mission […]

ICAR-NBFGR Organized an Exposure Visit and Knowledge Enhancement Programme on “Potential of Fish Genetic Resources for the Aquapreneurship Development” for Postgraduate Students of the CMP College, University of Allahabad, Prayagraj

Knowledge enhancement programme on “Potential of fish genetic resources for the aquapreneurship development” for postgraduate students from CMP College, University of Allahabad, Prayagraj was organized on 15 Sept, 2023 by ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources under the guidance of Dr. U. K. Sarkar Director, ICAR-NBFGR. The objective of this exposure visit was to provide […]

Popularization of ‘Report Fish Disease’ App Among Fish Farmers and Fisheries Officials of West Bengal by ICAR-NBFGR

ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources, Lucknow, has initiated to popularize ‘Report Fish Disease’ App among fish farmers and fisheries officials of West Bengal. In this regard, an interaction meeting was organized by ICAR-NBFGR under the guidance of Dr. U. K. Sarkar, Director, ICARNBFGR at West Bengal University of Animal and Fishery Sciences (WBUAFS), Kolkata, […]

Enhancing Women’s Hygiene: An In-Depth Conversation

On September 6th, 2023, Staff Welfare Association (SWA) had the privilege of hosting a significant program focusing on a matter of paramount importance – women’s hygiene. This event was graced by the presence of our esteemed chief guest, Mrs. Sumita Sushil, who expressed heartfelt appreciation for the warm welcome and the opportunity to partake in […]

Visit of Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Honorable Secretary, Department of Agriculture Research and Education (DARE), GOI & Director General, ICAR to ICAR-NBAIR, Bengaluru

Dr Himanshu Pathak, Hon’ble Secretary, DARE, and DG, ICAR visited the ICAR-National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources (NBAIR), Bengaluru on 29th August, 2023. Dr S. N. Sushil, Director of ICAR-NBAIR, formally welcomed Dr. Pathak, and held a tree planting program in the institute premises to commemorate his visit to the Bureau. Later, he visited the […]

Homemade Sweets Preparation Training Programme Concludes at KVK Fatehgarh Sahib

Krishi Vigyan Kendra Fatehgarh Sahib successfully concluded a five-day vocational training program on preparing delectable sweets from September 25 to 29, 2023. Dr Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training) at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, provided insights into the training program and underscored the critical importance of such initiatives in the current agricultural landscape. He emphasized the […]

Virtual World is Most Harmful for Mental Health Dr. Meenu Srivastava

On October 10, 2023, Dr. Meenu Srivastava gave this statement in a dialogue program on “Like mind: like body” organized by the College of Community and Applied Sciences of Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur, on the occasion of World Mental Health Day. You said thus By organizing such events, their understanding of […]

Six Day Training on ‘Technology of Plant Propagation’

Udaipur 05 October 2023 The closing ceremony of a six-day training on “Technology of Plant Propagation in Vegetables” was organized for the graduate students under the Institutional Development Program at Rajasthan Agricultural College, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur. On this occasion, Dr. Ajit Kumar, Vice Chancellor of Karnataka Maharana Pratap University of […]

Homemade Sweets Preparation Training Programme Concludes at KVK Fatehghar Sahib

Krishi Vigyan Kendra Fatehgarh Sahib successfully concluded a five-day vocational training program on preparing delectable sweets from September 25 to 29, 2023. Dr Vipan Kumar Rampal, Associate Director (Training) at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, provided insights into the training program and underscored the critical importance of such initiatives in the current agricultural landscape. He emphasized the […]

FASC Kapurthala Hosts Farmer Awareness Camp for Sustainable Agriculture

In a collaborative effort between the Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC) Kapurthala, the Department of Agriculture, and local organizations, a farmer awareness camp was organized at Aujla Jogi village on September 29, 2023. The primary focus of this event was to rejuvenate organic production practices and promote effective crop residue management in rice and basmati […]

Punjab Agri-Minister Addresses Key Stakeholders Over Crop Residue Management at PAU; A Comprehensive Roadmap 2023 on the Cards

A Consultation Meet with key stakeholders over ‘Crop Residue Management’ (CRM) was convened with collaborative efforts of ICAR- Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Ludhiana, and Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), at the varsity campus here today. The event commenced with paying a befitting tribute to renowned agricultural scientist and driver of transformatory Green Revolution, Dr MS […]

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), has Come up with a Comprehensive ‘Information and Rule Book’ Pertaining to the Smooth Conduct of the PAU Youth Festival

With the season of cultural activities knocking on the doors of the University, the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), has come up with a comprehensive ‘Information and Rule Book’ pertaining to the smooth conduct of the PAU Youth Festival, to be held in the campus from November 1-9. The ‘Information and Rule Book’ was released by […]

PAU Organizes Training in Fruit Drop Management in Citrus

The Department of Fruit Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a one-day training programme on the “Management of Fruit Drop in Citrus with Special Reference to Fruit-Piercing Moths” at MS Randhawa Fruit Research Station, Gangian, Hoshiarpur under National Horticulture Mission and ICAR-AICRP on Fruits. A total of 29 fruit growers participated in the training camp. […]

PAU Organizes Swachhata hi Seva Cleanliness Drive

In a dedicated effort to promote cleanliness and environmental responsibility, the Departments of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), jointly organized a cleanliness drive in the College of Basic Sciences and Humanities. This event was a part of the ongoing “Swachhata hi Seva” campaign. As many as 100 students from both the departments came […]

National Nutrition Month Celebrations Conclude, PAU Urges School Children to Make Healthy Food Choices

At the concluding celebrations of the National Nutrition Month, the Department of Food and Nutrition of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organized a nutrition awareness programme for school children at the Government Senior Secondary School, village Dadhahoor, tehsil Raikot. A poster making competition on personal and environmental sanitation, and quiz competition on nutrition and health were […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur, Illuminates Local Farmers with Expertise in Sesame Cultivation

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, recognizing the significance of sesame (Til) cultivation in the region, organized a day to showcase the success of frontline demonstrations on sesame. The event in Bachhohi village on September 27, 2023, aimed to disseminate valuable insights into sesame cultivation, mainly focusing on the demonstrated variety, Punjab Til No. 2. Detailing the importance […]

PAU Inks MoA with Pune Based Firm

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Pentagen Biofuels Private Limited, Pune, for commercialization of patented technology based on fungal consortium for degradation of lignin and silica. This technology has been developed by Dr Urmila Gupta Phutela, Principal Scientis, Department of Renewable Energy Engineering and Dr Karamjeet Kaur under the […]

PAU’S Register Office Acknowledges Excellence, Senior Assistant Lav Kush Dhawan Named Best Employee

The Registrar’s Office at Punjab Agricultural University in Ludhiana took a proactive step towards enhancing work efficiency by soliciting valuable feedback from its diverse staff members. The participants included Assistant Registrars, Superintendents, Senior Assistants, Clerks, Steno Typists, Restorers, and Messengers from various branches. The primary goals were to motivate the team, identify exemplary performers, and […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Empowers Farmers With Paddy Residue Management Awareness Camp

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, operating under the umbrella of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, organized an informative village-level awareness camp on the responsible management of paddy residue on September 27, 2023, in the adopted village of Nadalon, within the Mahilpur block. Many local farmers and farm women enthusiastically participated in the camp. Dr Maninder […]

Senior Archeologist Honors PAU with Magnificent Punjab Culture Collage, Celebrating Agricultural Empowerment

Renowned archaeologist Dr Mukhtiar Singh Gill made a special journey to India with a valuable gift—a captivating collage of paintings vividly portraying the rich culture, traditions, and folklore of ancient Punjab. This remarkable masterpiece was generously bestowed upon Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, in recognition of its outstanding contributions to revolutionizing agriculture in the nation. […]

Green Guardians: Indoor Plants to Combat Air Pollution in Closed Spaces

In our increasingly indoor-focused world, the quality of the air we breathe within the confines of our homes has emerged as a crucial factor for comfortable and healthy living. A recent study led by experts from the Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana sheds light on the issue of indoor air pollution and its potential health impacts. […]

PAU’S September Kisan Melas End With Grand Fair at RRS Bathinda

The concluding event of the September series of Kisan Melas, hosted by Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), unfolded at the Regional Research Station in Bathinda. This one-day agricultural fair attracted a substantial crowd, with farmers from Bathinda and the surrounding regions gathering at the venue. The theme for this Kisan Mela was “Hues of Scientific Farming […]

Punjab Agricultural University’s School of Business Studies Appoints Student Executive for Management Science Association 26-09-2023

The School of Business Studies, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, formally established the student executive body for the Management Science Association (MSA) for the academic session 2022-2023. This initiative aims to create a dynamic and enriching student environment, providing a platform for diverse activities throughout the academic year. Divulging further details, Dr Ramandeep Singh, President […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Conducts Nutrition Gardening Awareness Campaign for Farmers

Punjab Agricultural University’s (PAU), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bahowal, Hoshiarpur, conducted an awareness campaign for promoting Integrated Nutrition Gardening in Chaggran village on September 25, 2023. Dr Maninder Singh Bons, the Associate Director (Training) of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hoshiarpur, warmly welcomed the local farmers and farm women who gathered for this enlightening event. During his address, […]

20 Farmers Trained in Cultivation of Aromatic and Spice Crops

As many as 20 aromatic and spice growers attended the monthly training camp of PAU Aromatic and Spice Growers at the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. The meet was held under the guidance of Dr TS Riar, Additional Director Communication and Programme Director. Dr Rajendra Kumar, Programme Coordinator; Dr Khushdeep DHarni, Professor, School of Business […]

KVK Mansa Empowers Farmers and Rural Youth with Piggery Farming Training

To promote sustainable agriculture and boost economic prospects for farmers, farm women, and rural youth, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Mansa recently conducted a vocational training course on ‘Piggery Farming’ from September 20, 2023, to September 26, 2023, that drew participation from ten enthusiastic individuals hailing from various villages in the Mansa and Bathinda districts. The […]

PAU Imparts Training in Value- Added Products of Millets

The Department of Food and Nutrition, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in association with Punjab Agricultural Management and Extension Training Institute (PAMETI) organized a skill oriented three-day training program on “Value-added products of millets” in which 27 rural women and men from Ludhiana district participated. Dr Kiran Grover, Head, Department of Food and Nutrition, shared that […]

39 Students of Gujarat Agri Varsity Visit PAU to Learn Entrepreneurship

Appertaining to the growing importance of diversifying the knowledge sources, a total of 39 students of Anand Agricultural University, Anand, Gujarat, visited the School of Business Studies of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), under the ICAR-NAHEP programme. Dr Ramandeep Singh, Director-cum-Professor, School of Business Studies, while welcoming the students and faculty, said that entrepreneurship being […]

KVK Hoshiarpur Organizes Village-Level Awareness Camp on Paddy Residue Management in KOT-Fathui Village

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, continues its commitment to promoting responsible farming practices by organizing village-level awareness camps on paddy residue management technologies for farmers in various districts and their blocks. In this ongoing effort, KVK Hoshiarpur conducted an informative awareness camp in Kot Fatuhi village, located in Mahilpur block, on September 25, 2022. Dr […]

FASC Tarn Taran Empowers Farmers With Water-Saving Techniques During Field Day

The Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC), Tarn Taran, organized a field day on Water Saving Techniques on September 28, 2023, at Jamarai village in Tarn Taran district aimed at raising awareness among local farmers about the imperative need to conserve water for sustainable agriculture, ensuring the prosperity of future generations. The programme also aimed to […]

VIROCON – 2023 Advancements In Global Virus Research Towards One Health

Venue: Courtyard by Marriott, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. Organized by: ICAR-National Research Centre For Banana, Tiruchirappalli and Indian Virological Society, New Delhi It is a great pleasure for us in extending a warm and cordial invitation on behalf of the Organizing Committee, to the eminent as well as budding Virologists in the country and abroad to attend […]

Organization of an Inplant Training Programme on “Abiotic Stresses in Agriculture, Management Strategies and Engineering Interventions” at ICAR–NIASM, Baramati

ICAR–National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management, Baramati, successfully organized One Month of Inplant Training on “Abiotic Stresses in Agriculture, Management Strategies and Engineering Interventions” from September 4 to October 3, 2023. The main objective of the training program was to sensitize students, particularly those from SAUs, with cutting-edge knowledge in the field of “Abiotic Stresses and their Potential […]

“This is how Freshers’ Party started the College Life with Interesting Atmosphere and Energy” Freshers’ Party was Organized to Welcome the First Year Students in the College of Community Sciences of the University.

The chief guest in the freshers’ program was Dr. K.P. Raverkar, Guest Assistant Dean, Student Welfare Dr. B.N. Shahi, former dean Dr. Rita Singh Raghuvanshi, dean Dr. Alka Goyal, staff counselor Dr. Shefali Mese and co. Staff Counselor Dr. Divya Singh was also present. This program was organized in the examination hall of the Community […]

Pantnagar University Today Remembered Two Great Personalities of India, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri, on their Birth Anniversary. 2nd October 2023

Pantnagar. 2 October 2023 | Pantnagar University today remembered two great personalities of India, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri, on their birth anniversary. Vice Chancellor Dr. Manmohan Singh Chauhan and Registrar Dr. K.P. Raverkar, all the Deans, Directors and teachers, officers, employees and students garlanded the statue of Gandhiji and offered floral tributes. […]

Three-day Training Program on ‘Climate Friendly Agriculture’ in University Pantnagar. 04 October 2023

A three-day training program on ‘Climate Friendly Agriculture’ was organized at the University Center (Nahep Bhawan) jointly by the Research Directorate of the University and the Rural Development Department of the Government of Uttarakhand under the REEP-IFED project. A total of 75 master trainers including assistant managers and assistant agriculture officers from all the districts […]

Organization of Nutrition Month Program at Community level Pantnagar. 05 October 2023

Organization of Nutrition Month program at community level Pantnagar. 05 October 2023. As per the instructions of the Government of India, under the National Nutrition Month in the University, students of Community Science College organized a three-day awareness program at Nagla Dairy Colony on the topic ‘Well-Nourished India, Literate India, Strong India’ at the rural […]

114th ALL INDIA FARMERS’ FAIR & AGRO-INDUSTRIAL EXHIBITION (October 13-16, 2023)

Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture & Technology, Pantnagar popularly known as ‘Harbinger of Green Revolution’ in India was dedicated to the Nation in 1960 by Late Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of independent India to promote agricultural education in the country. Since then, the University is catering to the needs of […]

Hindi Fortnight Celebration-14th September to 29th September2023

To promote the progressive use of official language Hindi, Hindi Fortnight was organized by ICAR-National Institute of Abiotic Stress Management from 14th September to 29th September. Hindi Day and Hindi Fortnight were inaugurated on 14th September under the guidance of Dr. K. Sammi Reddy, Chairman of the Official Language Implementation Committee, Director, RRSP. Dr. Chanda […]

ICAR-NIASM Distributed Onion Transplanter to Scheduled Caste Self-help Group Under DAPSC

A programme was organized by the institute to hand-over the “Onion transplanted” to the Scheduled Caste self-help group namely, Padmavati Mahila Bachet Gat, Waysewadi, Tal. Karjat on 22nd August 2023. The Onion transplanted was handed over by Dr Himanshu Pathak, Secretary DARE and Director General, ICAR to the chairperson of the self-help group. Dr Sammi […]

EK TAREEKH EK GHANTA” under “SWATCHHATA HI SEVA” Campaign on 1-10-2023 at College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad

NSS Unit of College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad conducted cleanliness drive “Ek Tareekh Ek Ghanta” under ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ Campaign paying tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on the eve of Gandhi Jayanthi at premises of Budvel railway station and NIRD, Rajendranagar Chowrasta on 01.10.2023 from 10 AM to 11AM. NSS programme officers Dr.Shaik Ameer Basha, Dr.K.Sumalini, […]

ARS, Tornala- Exposure Visit cum Capacity Building Program Better Management Practices in Cotton to Field Officers from Telangana and Karnataka of Deshpande Foundation on 30.09.2023.

Capacity building cum field visit was conducted at ARS, Tornala on 30.09.2023 to 25 field officers of Deshpande Foundation, a non-governmental organization, working in the areas of agriculture. Dr. S. Sridevi, Principal Scientist and Head, ARS, Tornala provided training on sustainable practices in major agriculture crops. As part of this program a capacity strengthening program […]

The Green Club and the NSS unit, College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar has organized Haritha haram Programme on 27.09.2023.

The Green Club and the NSS unit, College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar has organized Haritha haram Programme on 27.09.2023 at the Farmer’s Hostel and surrounding areas of Mazid. The programme was graced by esteemed Registrar Dr.M.Venkat Ramana. Dr.Seema, Dean of Agriculture, Dr. J. Satyanarayana, Dean of Students Affairs, Dr. C. Narendra Reddy Associate Dean, Dr.Venkataiah, Sheotaj […]

KVK, Malyal – Organized Training Programme on “Integrated pest management in Chilli” at Kantayapalem Village & Thorrur Mandal on 21-09-2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal organized training programme on “Integrated Pest Management in Chilli” at Rythu vedika, Kantayapalem Village of Thorrur Mandal on 21-09-2023. Dr. E. Rambabu SMS (Horticulture) explained about different IPM practices in Chilli which includes installation of sticky traps, growing of border crops, correction of micronutrient deficiencies, integrated management practices for virus control. […]

HDPS Cotton” at KVK, Palem on 23.09.2023.

KVK, Palem organized a Training programme on “Best management practices in HDPS Cotton” at KVK, Palem, Bijinepally Mandal, Nagarkurnool Dist. on 23.09.2023. Dr. R. Raghurami Reddy, Director of Research, PJTSAU highlighted the importance of mechanization in upcoming technologies specially HDPS to combat the labour scarcity and increasing cotton production and productivity over the period of […]

KVK, Palem Scientists Participated in the Awareness Workshop on Water Quality Testing and Analysis organized by District Ground Water Department, Nagarkurnool District under National Hydrology Project at Khanapur Village on 13.09.2023.

KVK, Palem Scientists participated in Awareness Workshop on Water Quality Testing and AnalysKVK, Palem Scientists participated in Awareness Workshop on Water Quality Testing and Analysis organized by District Ground Water Department, Nagarkurnool District under National Hydrology Project at Khanapur (v) Bijinepally (m) Nagarkurnool District on 13.09.2023. Sri.Uday Kumar, Collector and District Magistrate inaugurated the Mobile […]

PAU Organizes Medical Welfare Camp 03-10-2023

The Department of Extension Education and Communication Management, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a medical welfare camp in the village Jandiali, district Ludhiana under the guidance of Dr Kiranjot Sidhu, Head of the Department. The camp aimed at checking the health status of the people, and guiding them about lifestyle diseases and importance of balanced […]

Prioritizee Geriatric Care PAU vc to Youths 03-10-2023

“Young generation must come forward to nurture the physical, mental and emotional well-being of the senior citizens,” said Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, PAU, while speaking at the celebration of the International Day of Older Persons. The Senior Citizens’ Welfare Association (SCWA), Ludhiana had organized the programme to celebrate the massive contributions of the senior […]

KVK, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Organized Vocational Training on “Mushroom Cultivation as Subsidiary Occupation” 03-10-2023

Under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar organized a vocational training course on “Mushroom cultivation as subsidiary occupation” from 25th -29th September, 2023. During this course, the concerned experts from KVK delivered technical lectures and demonstrated different steps involved in mushroom cultivation. Dr. Arti Verma, Assistant […]

Stop Stubble Fires, use Paddy Straw for Mushroom Growing PAU Urges Farmers 03-10-2023

As many as 32 mushroom growers attended the five-day training course on “Mushroom Cultivation for Winter Season” which concluded at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. The course, planned specifically for the farmers and the farm women, was held under the guidance of Dr GS Buttar, Director of Extension Education, PAU. Dr TS Riar, Associate Director […]

Agricultural College, Warangal – Swachhata Hi Seva activities on 22.09.2023 & 23.09.2023

Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) campaign is being celebrated from 15th September to 2nd October 2023. The campaign aims to promote cleanliness and hygiene across the country, involving various stakeholders, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations, schools, and citizens. As a part of Swatchhata Hi Sewa (SHS) Campaign, NSS Unit of Agricultural College, Warangal has taken the […]

Training Programme on “Good management practices in Turmeric” by KVK, Malyal on 22-09-2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal organized training programme on “Good management practices in Turmeric”. Dr. E. Rambabu SMS (Horticulture) explained about good management practices in Turmeric which includes fertilizer management, weed management, correction of micronutrient deficiencies, pest and disease management. He also explained about pest and disease management of Chilli crop in the present situation. Sri […]

KVK, Malyal – Organized Training Programme on “Integrated pest management in Chilli” at Kantayapalem Village & Thorrur Mandal on 21-09-2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal organized training programme on “Integrated Pest Management in Chilli” at Rythu vedika, Kantayapalem Village of Thorrur Mandal on 21-09-2023. Dr. E. Rambabu SMS (Horticulture) explained about different IPM practices in Chilli which includes installation of sticky traps, growing of border crops, correction of micronutrient deficiencies, integrated management practices for virus control. […]

PAU All Set to Hold International Conference of Agri-Librarians 03-10-2023

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is all set to hold the 3rd International Conference of Agricultural Librarians and User Community (ICALUC – 2023) on “Agricultural Libraries and Sustainable Development Goals: The Way Forward” in the Pal Auditorium on October 5 and 6 . The conference will be jointly organized by Mohinder Singh Randhawa Library, PAU […]

Vocational Training Course on “Hybird Seed Production in Vegetable Crops” Organized at KVK, Moga 22-09-2023

A five-day Vocational Training course on “Hybrid seed production In vegetable crops” was conducted from September 18-22, 2023, at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Moga. Dr Amandeep Singh Brar, Associate Director (Trg.), KVK Moga, who pioneered the programme, shared that farmers from different villages of districts Moga attended the training course to widen their understanding regarding […]

PAU Celebrates 54th nss Day with ‘Plant Biodiversity Awareness’ 25-09-2023

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in Ludhiana observed the 54th National Service Scheme (NSS) Day, focusing on the theme of ‘Plant Biodiversity Awareness.’ Collaborating with the departments of Forestry & NR and Plant Breeding & Genetics and sponsored by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare through Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana-RAFTAAR, the event was part of […]

Workshop Cum Animal Health Camp Programme Organized by ICAR-IVRI, Mukteswar Campus Under Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) 02.09.2023

ICAR-IVRI, Mukteswar organized the Workshop cum Animal Health Camp programme on 02-09-2023 at Darmoli village, Ramgarh block under Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP). The theme of the workshop was “Quality fodder production”. On this occasion, Dr. Nidhi Sharma addressed farmers on the need of the propagating native perennial fodder trees around farmlands and village fallow […]

Skill Development Program ‘Gyan Shala’ on Synthetic Peptide Biology inaugurated at IVRI A ten day ‘Gyan Shala’ Skill Development Training Program 21 to 30 September, 2023

Skill development program ‘Gyan Shala’ on Synthetic Peptide Biology inaugurated at IVRI .A ten day ‘Gyan Shala’ skill development training program on the subject of Synthetic Peptide Biology started in the Peptide and Peptidomimetics Research Laboratory of the Department of Veterinary Biotechnology, Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izzatnagar. The course director of this program is Principal […]

The Training Programme on ‘Scientific Backyard Poultry Farming for Entrepreneurship Development Among Tribal Under Development Action Plan for Scheduled Tribes (DAPST) was organised by ICAR-IVRI, Izatnagar During 18-22 September, 2023

ICAR-IVRI organized a five days training programme on ‘Scientific Backyard Poultry Farming for entrepreneurship development among tribal under TSP programme during 18 -22 September 2023. A total of 20 farmers (18 female) actively participated in the training from Naugawa Thago village in Khatima Block, Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand. The inaugural session of training […]

ICAR- Indian Veterinary Research Institute Organized “All India Directors Animal Husbandry Meet” with 28 States and 6 Union Territories on 23rd September, 2023

The ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar conducted All India State Animal Husbandry Directors Interface Meet-2023 with 28 states and 6 Union territories on 23rd September, 2023. The inaugural session was graced by Chief Guest Shri Parshottam Rupala Ji, Honorable Union Cabinet Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, GoI and chaired by Dr. Abhijit Mitra, […]

TEC, ICAR-IVRI Pune Organized Poultry Bird Distribution, kisan Goshti and scientist-student interaction in Hingoli district (Maharashtra) Under SCSP Programme on 18th and 19th September 2023

TEC, ICAR-IVRI Pune, in collaboration with the State Animal Husbandry Department and the College of Veterinary and Animal Science, Parbhani, arranged a series of events including the distribution of vital resources for backyard poultry farming in the Ajegaon village located in the Sengaon taluka of Hingoli District, as well as organized Kisan Goshti under the […]

PAU PH.D. Scholar wins First Prize for Poster Presentation at International Millets Conference 25-09-2023

Ms Prabhjot Kaur, a PhD scholar from the Department of Food Science and Technology at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, achieved an outstanding feat by clinching the coveted ‘First Prize for Poster Presentation’. She earned this prestigious recognition at the International Conference on Millets (Shree Anna) for Achieving Nutritional and Economic Security, held at NIFTEM-Kundli […]

National Conference on Tropical Tuber Crops for Sustainability, Tradition, Agri-Food Systems & Resilience 28-29 November 2023

Organized by: Indian Society for Root Crops Sreekariyam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala & ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute Sreekariyam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. ABOUTICAR-CTCRI AND TROPICALTUBER CROPS The ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI), Thiruvananthapuram, a premier institute under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi, does R&D activities on 15 tropical tuber crops. Important ones are cassava, […]

TEC-IVRI, Pune Distributed Goats and other Inputs at Kashti, Shrigonda, Ahmednagar (Maharashtra) Under SCSP Programme on 12 th September 2023

TEC, ICAR–IVRI, Pune distributed goats, goat feed and mineral mixture to five Scheduled Cast farmers under SCSP Programme on 12 th September 2023 at Kashti village, Shrigonda taluka of Ahmednagar district, Maharashtra. After making a survey of farmers to get information about the socio-economic condition of farmers, 5 beneficiaries were selected. The cast certificate, ID […]

Workshop on “NARES-Blende Learning Platform (BLP)” Organized by ICAR-IVRI, Izatnagar on 15th September, 2023

The ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar conducted a workshop on Blended Learning Platform (BLP) on 15th September, 2023 in collaboration with ICARIASRI. The students and faculty of ICAR-IVRI along with scientist from regional stations and other universities also participated in the event. The inaugural session was graced by Dr. Triveni Dutt, Director, ICAR- IVRI; Dr […]

Workshop on “In Vitro Assays to Quantify FMD vaccine antigens for FMD vaccine manufacturers” Held on 15th September 2023 at ICAR-IVRI, Bengaluru

IVRI, Bengaluru has conducted a workshop on “In vitro assays to quantify FMD vaccine antigens for FMD vaccine manufacturers” on 15th September 2023 to impart training to the industry partners of the international collaborative Project on FMD Vaccine Quality Testing and Enhancing India’s Animal Vaccine Testing Capabilities. In the workshop, ten participants from industry including […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Sri Muktsar Sahib, in Collaboration with the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), 22-09-2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Sri Muktsar Sahib, in collaboration with the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, organized a comprehensive in-service training programme focused on crop residue management. The event, held at the KVK campus, aimed to equip field staff from the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Sri Muktsar Sahib, with […]

PAU Creates Nutrition Awareness among Vulnerable Groups 22-09-2023

In continuation to the celebrations of National Nutrition Month, the Department of Food and Nutrition of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in collaboration with the Department of Social Security and Development of Women and Children, Punjab created nutrition awareness among vulnerable groups. The celebration aimed at educating people about the importance of balanced diet and good […]

KVK Kapurthala Diffuses pc 161 in Carrot Cluster Area 22-09-2023

Vegetable plays vital role on overall profitability of the farmer. In district Kapurthala, about 14% area is under vegetable cultivation, out of which carrot is grown on 1200 ha area. The carrot cultivation is mainly confined to Sultanpur Lodhi Block. Farmer are raising this crop in rice-carrot-maize cropping system. Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana is […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bathinda Empowers Rural Youth and Farmers with Mushroom Cultivation Training 22-09-2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Bathinda, organized a ten-day vocational training program on Mushroom cultivation from September 11, 2023, to September 22, 2023, to empower rural youth, farmers, and farm women with valuable skills in mushroom cultivation, processing, and marketing. Fifty participants from various villages in the district enthusiastically attended the program. Dr Gurdeep Singh, Deputy […]

PAU Organizes a Series of Nutritional Awareness Camps in Villages 21-09-2023

The Department of Food and Nutrition, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), under All India Coordinated Research Project on Women in Agriculture, organized a series of nutritional awareness camps in four villages, namely Paddi Khalsa, Himanyupura, Baddowal and Sherpur Kalan of Punjab to celebrate National Nutrition Month. Giving details, Dr Kiran Grover, Head, Department of Food and […]

Expert From Odisha Delivers a Talk on Water Resourses Management at PAU 21-09-2023

The Department of Soil and Water Engineering, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a guest lecture on “Scenario of Water Resource Management” which was delivered by Dr Ashwani Kumar, Ex-Director, Water Technology Center, Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The lecture was a part of the distinguished lecture series programme of the CAAST-SNRM project. Dr Kumar’s lecture illustrated the global […]

Seven Days Training on Basic Technique in Solid-Phase Peptide Synthesis (SPPS) 10-16 October 2023

TRAINING HIGHLIGHTS: Instrumentation for solid phase peptide synthesis Solid phase peptide synthesis using Fmoc-chemistry Purification of peptides by RP- HPLC Handling and storage of synthetic peptides Conjugation of peptide with fluorescent molecules In-silico prediction of antimicrobial peptide In-vitro evaluation of antimicrobial activity of AMP Peptide epitope mapping using in-silico tools INTRODUCTION : Synthetic peptides are […]

PAU Starts Tree Plantation Drive, Plants 150 New Trees 20-09-2023

With an aim to provide clean and green environment, as many as 150 new trees comprising 70 blue Jacccaranda, 50 white pagodas and 30 Red pagodas have been planted at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). This tree plantation has been done in collaboration with Sankalp Foundation, Dehradun. Dr RIS Gill, Estate Officer, PAU and Dr Parminder […]

PAU Diamond Jubilee Hockey Tournament Signs-off with Sportsmanship, Comraderies, and Celebration of the Sport; Malwa Hockey Academy, Ludhiana, Lifts the s. Arjan Singh Bhullar Cup; Winning Team Decision After a Nail Biting Shootout 21-09-2023

The PAU Diamond Jubilee Hockey Tournament for S. Arjan Singh Bhullar Cup, that commenced amidst great fanfare on September 18, 2023, in the historic Olympian Pirthipal Singh Hockey Stadium at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), came to a roaring, celebratory closure here today. The tournament that was earlier inaugurated by the Vice-Chancellor of PAU, Dr Satbir […]

KVK, Hoshiarpur Organized in-Service Training on Paddy Residue Management and Integrated Pest Management in Rabi Crops 21-09-2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Hoshiarpur, organized an in-service training session on cutting-edge technologies for paddy residue management and integrated pest management in rabi crops. The event, held at the KVK Hoshiarpur campus, aimed to equip the staff of the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Hoshiarpur, and Secretaries of Co-operative Societies from various blocks in […]

PAU Trains Farmers in Crop Residue Management and Agro-Processing 21-09-2023

The Farmer FIRST Project team, under the guidance of the Directorate of Extension Education of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a training camp in the adopted villages of Bhojowali and Bhadalwadh in district Sangrur. The training encompassed a wide range of topics covering effective paddy straw management, Rabi crop cultivation, mushroom farming, and agricultural produce […]

A Report on Agriculture Education Fair Conducted Under NAHEP

ICAR-CIFE organized ‘Agriculture Education Fair’ on 9th September 2023 at Powarkheda center situated in Narmadapuram district of Madhya Pradesh under the aegis of National Agricultural Higher Education Project (NAHEP). Around 350 higher secondary students from science stream of schools from the adjoining areas on Narmadapuram district attended the program. The aim of the Agri-Education Fair […]

Report of the Online Training Programme “Geospatial Analysis Using Open-Source Software” Date: 4th to 9th September, 2023

A training programme on ‘Geospatial Analysis Using Open-Source Software’ was organized by the Fisheries Economics, Extension and Statistics (FEES) Division of ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai, from 4th to 9th September 2023 under the guidance of Dr. Ravishankar C.N., Director, ICAR-CIFE Mumbai and Dr. N.P. Sahu, Joint Director, A total of 25 participants (9 males and 16 females) […]

Kisan Gosthi on “Enhancing Farmers Income Through Advance Agriculture”

Prasar Bharathi Akashvani, Port Blair & ICAR-CIARI at Dr. T.R. Dutta Conference Hall, on 30th August 2023” celebrated India’s G-20 Presidency. Dr.E.B. Chakurkar, Director, ICAR-CIARI & Dr. Naveen, Director AH & VS were the special invitee. The highlight of the programme were deliberations by the expert team of CIARI on the topics namely Agro Eco Tourism […]

Distribution of Inputs to SCSP Beneficiaries of Dakshina Kannada

As a part of the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) program of this Directorate, the inputs for the Scheduled caste community were distributed with a collaboration of ICAR, KVK, Dakshina Kannada on 05.09.2023. During the program, Dr. K. Ramesh (Senior scientist & Head), ICAR-KVK, Dakshina Kannada briefed about the scheme of the Scheduled Caste sub-plan […]

Punjab Agriculuture University Joins Forces with Eleven Manufacturers to Advance Surface Seeder Technology, Mitigating Farm Fire Risks 19-09-2023

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, has continuously taken proactive measures to combat the issue of paddy straw burning, a significant environmental concern. The university has championed the concept of in-situ paddy straw management, which prevents straw burning and enhances soil health and productivity. In a significant move towards this goal, PAU has entered into agreements […]

Training Programme on Cashew Cultivation and Nursery Management & Distribution of inputs under SCSP Scheme to The Beneficiaries of Dakshina Kannada

As a part of the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) scheme of this Directorate, the inputs for the Scheduled caste community were distributed in collaboration with ICAR, KVK, Dakshina Kannada on 08.09.2023. Dr. J Dinakara Adiga, Director of ICAR-DCR Puttur chaired the programme. Dr. Mallikarjuna, L. (Scientist), ICARKVK, Dakshina Kannada was chief guest. Dr. Manjesh […]

Hindi Fortnight was Inaugurated on 14 September 2023

Like previous years, this year also Hindi Fortnight is being organized at Central Soil Salinity Research Institute, Karnal from 14 to 28 September 2023. Hindi Fortnight was inaugurated on 14 September 2023 by lighting the lamp by chief guest Dr. Shravan Kumar Dubey, Emeritus Scientist, Central Soil Salinity Research Institute, Karnal. Chairman of Hindi Pakhwada […]

National Symposium on Plant Health Management: Current Trends and Novel Mitigation Strategies 12thSeptember, 2023

ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, Thiruvananthapuram and Indian Psychopathological Society (Southern Zone), hosted two day ‘National Symposium on Plant Health Management: Current Trends and Novel Mitigation Strategies’ (11th-12th September). The Chief Guest, Dr. Mohanan Kunnummal, Vice Chancellor, University of Kerala, emphasized the importance one health, and need to protect every other species which is the […]

ICAR-CRIDA & MANAGE, Hyderabad Collaborative Online Training Program on Innovative Extension Strategies for Sustainable Natural Resource Management in Rainfed Agriculture 30 October – 03 November, 2023

Objectives To impart knowledge on sustainable NRM technologies To familiarize the participants on various community-based extension approaches To sensitize the participants about innovative extension strategies in rainfed agriculture Training Methodology The trainees will be selected based on the interest for participation and selected participants will be notified in advance. Training will be covering sustainable NRM […]

20 Technical Workshop on Climate Resilient Agriculture 4-6 September 2023: Hyderabad(TELANGANA)

The Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare is organizing the G20 Technical Workshop on “Climate Resilient Agriculture” on 4-6 September 2023 at Hotel Novotel, Hyderabad Airport, Hyderabad. The three-day event began on 4th September 2023 with the Inaugural Session which was graced by Ms. Shobha Karandlaje, Hon’ble Minister […]

Report on G20 Technical Workshop on Climate Resilient Agriculture 4-6 September 2023: Hyderabad (TELANGANA)

The Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare organized the G20 Technical Workshop on “Climate Resilient Agriculture” from 4-6 September 2023 at Hotel Novotel, Hyderabad Airport, Hyderabad. The event was attended by about 100 delegates including those from the G20 member states, invited countries, and International Organizations. Senior Officials […]

Deputy Commissioner Ropar Explores Innovative Agricultural Services at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) ROPAR 18-09-2023

The Deputy Commissioner of Ropar, Ms Preety Yadav, IAS, took a significant step towards enhancing agricultural services by visiting Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Ropar today as a part of the government initiative to streamline agricultural services through the Krishi Sewa App, which aims to provide a single online platform showcasing all government agricultural facilities, including […]

Rain Fails to Dampen Spirits of Farmers at Faridkot Kisan Mela – Sow Non-Water Intensive Crops and Douse Farm Fires for Welfare of Humanity Pau vc Urges Farmers

Agricultural community thronged the Kisan Mela of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) at the Regional Research Station, Faridkot today. Although rain played a spoilsport, yet it failed to dampen the spirits of the farmers. Based on the theme “Vigyanak kheti de rang, PAU de Kisan Melayan sang,” the mela celebrated scientific farming through the evolvement of new […]

“Hindi Essay Competition” on September 04, 2023

“Hindi Essay Competition” was organized on the topic “Landslides Occurrence, Causes and Prevention Measures in the Himalayan Region”. under “Hindi Chetna Maas 2023” at the ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Dehradun on September 04, 2023. 17 personnel from the institute headquarter participated in the competition. Read more: http://www.cswcrtiweb.org/index1.html?Current_News/2023/Sept/ddn_chetna_maas_04_sept_2023/ddn-hindi-04-09-2023.htm

Dr Ashok Dhawan, Ex Vice Chancellor of Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth (VNMKV), Parbhani, Maharashtra visited ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun on September 12, 2023

Dr Ashok Dhawan, Ex Vice Chancellor of Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth (VNMKV), Parbhani, Maharashtra visited ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Dehradun. He  visited the museum of the institute and appreciated the various technologies developed by the Institute for Soil and Water Conservation and Watershed Management for different agro-ecological zones of the country. […]

ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun Organized INBAR sponsored Study Tour Cum exposure visit programme for the Scientists from Kenya Forest Research Institute (KEFRI), Kenya During 21-26 August, 2023

The ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (IISWC), Dehradun organized a six-day study tour cum exposure visit programme on Bamboo Allometrics, Hydrology and environmental Metrics for the scientists from Kenya Forest Research Institute (KEFRI), Kenya from August 21-26, 2023. On 22 August, while inaugurating the function, Dr. Charan Singh, Officiating Director, highlighted the work […]

ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun and IFFCO, Dehradun organised a program of “Plantation Drive and Agri Drone Demonstration” at the Research Farm, Selakui on September 13, 2023

A program of “Plantation Drive and Agri Drone Demonstration” was organized at the Research Farm ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (ICAR-IISWC), Selakui, Dehradun and IFFCO, Dehradun on 13th September 2023. About 200 people participated including progressive farmers, scientists, technical officers, and other staff attended the program.  The program was organized under the provision […]

ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun Organized Field Day-Cum Demonstration of Soil and Water Conservation Measures at Khatar, Kalsi on August 29, 2023

ICAR- Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (ICAR-IISWC), Dehradun has organized a Field Day-cum Demonstration of Soil and Water Conservation Measures at Khatar, Kalsi Block, Dehradun on 29/08/2023. Recognizing that importance of soil and water conservation measures for conserving natural resources and enhancing agricultural production at farmers’ fields, a programme on Demonstration of Soil […]

Valedictory Function of In-Plant Training for Students of B. Tech. Agril. Engg. on “Soil and Water Conservation & Watershed Management” organized at ICAR-IISWC, RC, Koraput on August 31, 2023

One month training programme on Soil and Water Conservation and Watershed Management for B. Tech Agricultural Engineering students was organized from 1-31 August, 2023 by the ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (IISWC), Research Centre, Koraput, Odisha. A total of 19 students from SVCAET, Raipur (CG) and BCAE, Durg (CG) registered in the progarmme. […]

Training Programme on “Quality Seed Production Techniques in Okra”

Quality seed production techniques in Okra Date: 11.10.2023 Time of training: 9.00 AM to 5:30 PM Last date of receipt of application:10.10.2023 Venue: VC hall Course Director: Dr. M. Pitchaimuthu Course Co-Director: Dr. Yogeesha H. S, Dr. Padmini, K. Course Co-Ordinators: Dr. M.V. Dhananjaya, Dr. Kalaivanan D. & BESST-HORT Team Objectives of the training 1. […]

Diagnostics and Management of Vegetable Viruses” from 26.09.2023 & 27.09.2023

Diagnostics and management of Vegetable viruses Date: 26.09.2023 & 27.09.2023 Time of training: 10.00 am to 5.00 pm Last date of receipt of application: 25.09.2023 Venue: Plant Pathology Building, ICAR-IIHR, Bangalore Course Director: Dr. Mahesha B. Course Co-Director. Dr. D.K.Samuel Course Co-Ordinators: Dr. M.V. Dhananjaya, Dr. Kalaivanan D. BESST-HORT Team Objectives of the training To […]

ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun, Organized Field Training and Demonstration on Soil and Water Conservation Measures for Spring Rejuvenation and Livelihood Security Enhancement for farmers in the Semalta Watershed Under the Tribe Sub-Plan on September 01, 2023

ICAR- Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (ICAR-IISWC), Dehradun has organized a Field Day-cum Demonstration of Soil and Water Conservation Measures at Khatar, Kalsi Block, Dehradun on 29/08/2023. Recognizing that importance of soil and water conservation measures for conserving natural resources and enhancing agricultural production at farmers’ fields, a programme on Demonstration of Soil […]

One Month In-Plant Training Programme on ‘Soil and Water Conservation and Watershed Management’ for B. Tech (Agril. Engg.) students inaugurated at ICAR-IISWC, RC, Ballari on September 01.09.2023 to 30.09.2023

One month In-plant training programme on ‘Soil and Water Conservation and Watershed Management’ for B. Tech (Agril. Engg.) students has been inaugurated on 01.09.2023 by ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Research Centre, Ballari. The training programme is for one month duration scheduled from 01.09.2023 to 30.09.2023. A total of 18 B.Tech students from […]

ICAR-IISWC, RC, Vasad Organised Inaugural Function of One Month Training Program on Sept. 04, 2023 & Meditation Program for Trainees of Course on Sept. 05,2023 to 30th Sept. 2023

The inaugural function of one month training program for B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering) students was organised at ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Research Centre-Vasad on 4th September 2023. The training is scheduled from 1st to 30th Sept. 2023 and it is being attended by 40 students (20 Boys and 20 Girls) from 03 state […]

ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun and IFFCO, Dehradun organised a program of “Plantation Drive and Agri Drone Demonstration” at the Research Farm, Selakui on September 13, 2023

A program of “Plantation Drive and Agri Drone Demonstration” was organized at the Research Farm ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (ICAR-IISWC), Selakui, Dehradun and IFFCO, Dehradun on 13th September 2023. About 200 people participated including progressive farmers, scientists, technical officers, and other staff attended the program.  The program was organized under the provision […]

25th National Symposium on Plantation Crops Building Smart and Resilient Farming and Systems Approaches for Prosperity in Plantation Crops Sector December 12-14, 2023

PLACROSYM-XXV Plantation Crops Symposium (PLACROSYM) was started in 1972 with an objective of providing a common forum for interaction among Scientists, platform for exchanging ideas and technologies and put a collective thought for holistic development of plantation crops sector. It also offers an excellent opportunity for budding scientists to acquire scientific knowledge and modern technologies […]

Interactive Meet (Hybrid mode) With All ICAR Fisheries Institute Scientists’ and an Online lecture by Dr. Arun K. Dhar, Professor & Fulbright fellow, Director, Aquaculture Pathology Laboratory, School of Animal and Comparative Biomedical Sciences, The University of Arizona, USA

ICAR-CIFE Mumbai organized the Interactive Meet (Hybrid mode) with All ICAR Fisheries Institute Scientists’ and an Online lecture by Dr. Arun K. Dhar, Professor & Fulbright fellow, Director, Aquaculture Pathology Laboratory, School of Animal and Comparative Biomedical Sciences, The University of Arizona, USA on the topic “Overview of shrimp diseases world wide” on 7th September, […]

Participation of ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai in the First National Conference on Kisan Credit Card organized by Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India on 4/9/23 at Yashwantrao Chavan Centre, Marine Lines, Mumbai

ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai participated actively in the first National Kisan Credit Card (KCC) Conference organized by the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying held in Mumbai on 4/9/23 at Yashwantrao Chavan Centre, Marine Lines, Mumbai. This conference explored the effective outcome, possibilities and challenges faced regarding KCC in the sector. Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal […]

NAHEP Sponsored Workshop on “Techniques in Health Management” on 7th September, 2023

ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai conducted a workshop on “Techniques in Health Management” on 7 th September, 2023 under the aegis of National Agricultural Higher Education Project (NAHEP). Full Bright Fellow, Prof. (Dr.) Arun K. Dhar, Director of Aquaculture Pathology Laboratory; University of Arizona, Tucson, USA was the expert in this workshop who delivered […]

Three-Day National Workshop on Wheat and Barley Research held on 30 th August

Three-day national workshop on wheat and barley research held. Be it space or field, India’s scientist is the best: Dr. Paroda If the population increased four times, the country’s food grain production increased six and a half times. We have an additional buffer stock of 50-70 million tonnes of wheat ready. Udaipur, 30 August. Be […]

Reading of Research Papers and Open Discussion on the Second Day of the National Workshop Unlimited Possibilities of Barley Cultivation in Rajasthan.

He told the young students and young scientists working in the agriculture sector that now it is their turn. Young scientists of the country should connect protected agriculture with the market. Presiding over the program, former Deputy Director General ICA. R. And former Vice Chancellor, Govind Vallabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, Dr. […]

Inauguration of 62nd All India Wheat and Barley Research Workshop Udaipur, August 28

Udaipur, August 28, Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Director General and Secretary, Department of Agricultural Research and Education, Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi, called upon the agricultural scientists from India and abroad that even though we have become self-sufficient in wheat production, but due to the changing global situation, In view of the weather cycle, […]

To Contribute Towards Skill Development and Adoption of Innovations Professor Durve August 26, 2023

August 26, 2023 B.Com in the Constituent Fisheries College of Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology. F. Sc. A 6-day skill development training on fishing techniques was organized for third year students under the International Development Programme/National Agricultural Higher Education Project (IDP/NAHEP) under the program sponsored by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New […]

Poultry Farming Training for Entrepreneurship Development

Under the joint aegis of All India Coordinated Research Project on Women in Agriculture and Poultry Breeding Research Project under the Directorate of Research of Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, “Poultry Unit Distribution Programme” was organized at Panchayat Bhawan, Ambawali, Chhoti Sadri. The main objective of distributing chicks was to provide self-employment to […]

Major Tree Plantation Program Under the Amrit Mahotsav of Independence Udaipur, On August 12, 2023

Udaipur, On August 12, 2023, a massive tree plantation program was organized under the Amrit Mahotsav of Independence in Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur Smart Village Brahmins Ki Hundar. Chief guest of the program, Dr. Ajit Kumar Karnataka, Honorable Vice Chancellor, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur inaugurated the program […]

The SEAmposium Organised by Ecofolks, Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Botanical Udyan & Zoo and ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai Date: 2nd September, 2023

In a harmonious convergence of scientific inquiry and eco-conscious zeal, an unique symposium “The SEAmposium” was jointly organized by Ecofolks, Mumbai, The Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Botanical Udyan & Zoo, (VJB Udyan & Zoo), Byculla and ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai on 2nd September, 2023 in the 3 D auditorium of the VJB Udyan & Zoo. The objective of […]

MPUAT Became the Leading Institute in the Country by Organizing the First Training on Natural Farming – Dr. Karnataka Udaipur 4 September 2023

Under the Institutional Development Program, a 15-day national training on “Natural Farming, Present Status and Future Possibilities” was inaugurated at the Research Directorate of Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur. On this occasion, Dr. R.C. Aggarwal was the chief guest. , Deputy Director General of Agricultural Education, Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New […]

Training Programme on “Soil Diagnostic Laboratory- Analysis Methods, Interpretation and Nutrient Recommendation” on 21st September, 2023

Soil Diagnostic Laboratory -Analytical Methods, Interpretation and Nutrient Recommendation Date: 21.09.2023 Time of training: 9.00 AM – 5:30 PM Last date of receipt of application: 20.09.2023 Venue: Committee Room Course Director: Dr. T. R. Rupa Course Co-Directors: Dr. K. G. Shilpashree and Dr. T. K. Radha Course Co-ordinators: Dr. M. V. Dhananjaya, Dr. D. Kalaivanan […]

Entrepreneurship Development Programme on “Scientific Bee Keeping and Value Addition”

ICAR Entrepreneurship development programme on “Scientific Bee Keeping and Value Addition” Last Date for Registration : 21.09.2023 Registration link: https://forms.gle/VzUff1EQ4qNoWej7A Registration fee: Rs. 500 Venue: ICAR-IIHR Date: 26th September 2023 Time: 9.30 AM to 5.30 PM Agri-Business Incubation Centre ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research Bengaluru-560089 Entrepreneurship Development Programme on “Scientific Bee Keeping and Value Addition” […]

Awareness workshop on “Brackishwater Aquaculture” was Conducted for School the students on 30.08.2023

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture conducted an awareness workshop on “Brackishwater Aquaculture” on 28th August 2023 for the school students (86 nos) and teachers from Babaji Vidhyashram Senior Secondary School, Sholinganallur, Chennai. The importance of aquaculture sector in food production, employment and rural entrepreneurship development was explained to the participants. Further, career guidance by informing […]

ICAR-CIBA Signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sai Aqua Feeds for Large Scale Field Demonstration of ‘CIBA EHP Cura I’.on 11th Sep 2023

Hepatopancreatic Microsporidiosis (HPM) caused by ‘Enterocytozoon hepatopenaei (EHP) is a severe disease causing growth retardation and economic loss to the shrimp farmers. The annual economic loss due to EHP in Indian shrimp farms was estimated to be around Rs 4000 crores. ICAR-CIBA has developed a cure for EHP named ‘CIBA EHP cura- I’ after 5 years […]

Shri. Parshottam Rupalaji, Hon’ble Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India launched the shrimp crop insurance schemes in the Second Edition of ICAR-CIBA’s Shrimp Farmers Conclave-2023 at Navsari on 14th September, 2023

The ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA) conducted the second edition of its Shrimp Farmers Conclave-2023 on 14th September, 2023 at the Navsari Agricultural University Campus, Navsari, Gujarat. About 410 aquafarmers across the coastal districts of Gujarat participated in the conclave. In addition to that officials, technicians, faculty and students were also participated in large number. […]

Skill cum Entrepreneurship Development Training Program on “Aquafeed Preparation Techniques and Quality Control” Organized at ICAR CIBA Sep 15th 2023

ICAR – Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture is regularly conducting various training programme for the empowerment of various stakeholders and in this endeavor A “Hands-on skill development training on Aquafeed Preparation Techniques and Quality Control” was conducted from 12th to 14th September 2023, on physical mode. This specialized training was aimed to offer skill development […]

Personal Training Program on Artificial Insemination On 15 September 2023

ICAR – Central Goat Research Institute, Makhdoom, Farah, Mathura Individual training program on Artificial Insemination on Goats was successfully concluded on 11-15 September 2023. The above training program was successful courtesy the Government of Orissa, individual training program on Artificial Insemination was organized for 20 veterinary doctors sent by the Government of Orissa. On the […]

Central Goat Research Institute, Makhdu We celebrated World Goat Day on 21st August, 2023

ICAR-Central Goat Research Institute, Makhdu celebrated World Goat Day in the institute on 21st August, 2023. The chief guest of this program was Dr. Habibar Rahman, Regional Representative South Asia International Animal Research Institute and Former Deputy Director General (Animal Science), Indian Agricultural Research Parishad, New Delhi, in the inaugural session of the program highlighted […]

Ninth Asian Cotton Research and Development Network (ACRDN) Meeting & International Conference December 06-08, 2023 ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai, Maharashtra, INDIA

About the Meeting: The Indian Society for Cotton Improvement (ISCI), Mumbai, India in Cotton Advisory Committee (ICAC), Washington DC, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (CIRCOT), Mumbai, ICAR-Central Institute for Cotton Research (CICR), Nagpur & Indian Fibre Society (IFS), Mumbai is organizing the 9th Asian Cotton Research and Development Network (ACRDN) meeting and International […]

Training on Quality Evaluation of Cotton

Introduction The ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (ICAR- CIRCOT), one of the premier constituent institutes of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), was established in the year 1924. The Institute is conducting research and development on all aspects of post- harvest processing of cotton and value addition to cotton by-produce with following […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Organize Training Programme on “Double Roller Ginning Technology & Basics of Cotton Grading” at Ginning Training Centre, Nagpur During August 7-12, 2023

Ginning Training Centre of ICAR-CIRCOT, Nagpur conducted a training programme on “Double Roller Ginning Technology & Basics of Cotton Grading” during August 7-12, 2023. This is a specialized training program conducted mainly for ginners and graders to upgrade their skill and expertise in ginning. The training was attended by total 12 participants from different parts of […]

PAU Scientist Presents Papers in the Netherlands 18-09-2023

Dr Kiran Bains, Professor of Food and Nutrition, College of Community Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), presented a paper on ‘Lysine intakes and protein quality of Indian foods’ during International Symposium on “Dietary Protein for Human Health,” held at Utrecht, The Netherlands from September 14-16, 2023. The symposium, co-organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization […]

DR. Miglanis ‘Epigenomics’ Debuts at PAU, Offers Genetic Insights 18-09-2023

Dr. Gurbachan Singh Miglani’s latest book, “Epigenomics,” was unveiled at Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, by Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal, the Vice-Chancellor, alongside university officers. This book delves into the intricate world of epigenetics, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of genome-wide epigenetic analysis, including DNA and histone modifications, RNA alterations, and non-coding RNAs. In his […]

Diamond Jubilee Hockey Tournament Takes off to a Flying Start at PAU 18-09-2023

With the participation of more than eight renowned hockey academies and the presence of Olympian Dr Ashok Kumar as the Chief Guest, The Diamond Jubilee Hockey Tournament opened to a colorful start at Punjab Agricultural University today. The Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, PAU, Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, presided over the event. In his remarks, the Chief […]

PAU Tackles Paddy Residue Challenge with Innovative ‘Surface Seeding-cum-Mulching’ Method 18-09-2023

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, has unveiled a groundbreaking solution, the ‘Surface Seeding-cum-Mulching’ technique, to combat the persistent challenge of paddy residue management after harvest. Farmers in the region have long grappled with the short time frame between paddy harvests and wheat sowing. While various methods exist for paddy straw management, open burning prevails […]

Visit of Students from PGDM-Rural Management programme, S. P. Mandali’s Prin. L. N. Welingkar to ICAR-CIRCOT.

A team of 60 Students and 3 faculty members from PGDM-Rural Management programme, S. P. Mandali’s Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research, Matunga Mumbai visited ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai on 24th August, 2023. Introductory lecture was delivered by Head, ETTD about CIRCOT technologies based on Rural Managements. They were shown Mechanical Processing Division, Quality Evaluation and Improvement Division […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Mumbai Signed MoU for Electrospinning Technology

Dr. S. K. Shukla, Director, ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with M/s. Nanospin Technologies LLP, Ahmedabad for technology mentoring and incubation in the field of “Development of value-added products using electrospinning technology” on 23rd August 2023. M/s. Nanospin Technologies LLP is a start-up company located at Ahmedabad, Gujarat. They are working on […]

ICAR-CIRCOT holds Parthenium Awareness Programme during Parthenium Awareness week at Masepatar, Nagpur.

Ginning Training Centre (GTC) of ICAR-CIRCOT (Mumbai), Nagpur organised an Awareness programme on “Parthenium: Problems and Solutions” during 18th Parthenium Awareness Week (August 16 – 22, 2023) and Mera Gaon Mera Gaurav programme on August 22, 2023 at Masepatar village, Kalmeshwar Taluka, Dist – Nagpur. Mr. Shankar Khubde, President, Masepatar Panchayat graced the occasion as chief guest. […]

Wining Farmers Awarded Prizes at PAU Kisan Mela 15-09-2023

A prize-distribution ceremony was held on the concluding day of the two-day Kisan Mela at the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. Winners of various competitions, held on the first day of the Kisan Mela, were given away prizes. In crop produce competition, among vegetables, Bhupinder Kaur (Faridkot), Jicky Singh (Faridkot), Balwinder Singh (Mansa), Jaspal Singh […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Moga Organized Training on Improved Cultivation Techniques in Rabi Crops 15-09-2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Budh Singh Wala, Moga organized in-service training on improved cultivation techniques in Rabi crops on 13.09.2023. The training was attended by 29 officials from the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Moga and the Department of Cooperation, Moga. Dr Manpreet Jaidka, Assistant Professor (Agronomy), KVK, Moga, welcomed the participants and discussed the new recommendations […]

The Faculty and Students of the Department of Zoology, PAU, Ludhiana, Celebrated the Success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission by Organizing an Event on September15-09-2023

The faculty and students of the Department of Zoology, PAU, Ludhiana, celebrated the success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission by organizing an event on September 13, 2023. The event featured several key highlights, including presentations on the topics featuring bio data details, inspiring stories and achievements of our great ISRO scientists in Chandrayaan-3 mission by PhD […]

Three Days Workshop on Time Series Analysis (5 th to 7 th October, 2023)

Organised by Economics Section Mahila Mahavidyalaya (MMV) Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi (A Central University Declared as Institution of Eminence) About the Workshop: – Advances in statistical procedures have brought a change in all spheres of disciplines and are being increasingly used by researchers to solve scientific hypotheses. Therefore, the objectives of the workshop are: 1. […]

International Seminar on “Understanding India’s Composite Culture Through the Tradition of Devotional Songs”.28-Oct-2023 to 30-Oct-2023

Venue: Sambodhi Sabhagar, Banaras Hindu University Singing to the Glory of God is a common practice across different faiths. India has a long tradition of sacred songs praising various Gods, Goddesses, and Saints. When Indians got introduced to the new faith of Islam, gradually, that also got incorporated into this tradition. Songs addressed to Prophet […]

Workshop: Basics of Bacteriophage Biology & Clinical Applications to combat the Emerging Antimicrobial Resistance: A Hands-on Training 03-Oct-2023 to 07-Oct-2023

Organizer: Prof. Gopal Nath, Department of Microbiology, IMS, BHU, Varanasi Date: 03-Oct-2023 to 07-Oct-2023Time: 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM Organizing Team Prof. Gopal Nath, Chairman Dept. of Microbiology, IMS, BHU Prof. Satyanam K. Bhartiya, Co-Chairman Dept. of General Surgery IMS BHU Dr. Deepak Kumar, Secretary Dept. of Microbiology, IMS, BHU Dr. Munesh Gupta, Treasurer Dept. of Microbiology, IMS, […]

Two-Days National Seminar on Teaching-Learning in Mother/Local Tongue (Linguistics) : NEP2020 and 1 st Alumni Meet of Department of Linguistics, BHU 30-Sep-2023 to 01-Oct-2023

Organizing Committee: Dr. Abhinav Kumar Mishra: Convener & HoD Dr. Udoyan Banerji: Organizing Secretary Mr. Yogesh Vijay Umale: Joint Organizing Secretary Dr. Praveen Gatla: Member Deadlines Submission of the Abstract – 31st July, 2023 Notification of Acceptance – 07th August, 2023. Submission of Full Paper – 15th September, 2023 Under the propitious banner of “Azadi […]

Indian Society For Technical Education Chapter Celebrates Teachers day 11-09-2023

The Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE) Chapter, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a heartwarming celebration of Teachers’ Day on September 5, 2023. The event unfolded at Jacob Hall, bringing together students and faculties, to recognize and pay tribute to the birth anniversary of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, an eminent philosopher, teacher and India’s first Vice-President […]

PAU’S Transf Ormative Millet Initiative: Nurturing Health and Innovation 11-09-2023

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, is igniting a millet revolution in the honor of the International Year of Millet 2023. Unveiling an extensive campaign, PAU is conducting workshops, seminars, trainings, and programs to spotlight the unparalleled significance of millets. This drive has kindled a newfound enthusiasm for millets, setting the stage for a revolutionary journey […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur Conducted Farmer Awareness Camps on Surface Seeding Technique at Village Hariau and Bugra. 11-09-2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra of Punjab Agricultural University, Kheri and Farm Consultancy Service Center, Sangrur under the guidelines of Director Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana and Deputy Commissioner, Sangrur for sowing wheat by maintaining paddy stubble in the field. Farmer awareness camp was organized at village Hariau and Bugra to give information about surface seeder machine. In […]

Review Workshop on Crop Residue Management(CRM) Project Commenced at ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana 10-09-2023

ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone-I, Ludhiana and Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana are jointly hosting a review meeting focused on Crop Residue Management, in hybrid mode, specifically tailored for the Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) operating in the states of Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and Uttar Pradesh at Ludhiana from September 10-11, 2023. Dr Inderjeet Singh, Hon’ble […]

Training on “Mushroom Cultivation as Subsidiary Occupation” Concludes at KVK, Patiala 13-09-2023

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala under the guidance of Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University conducted a five days vocational training programme on “Mushroom Cultivation as Subsidiary Occupation” from 4 to 11 September, 2023 in which 36 farmers and farm women from different villages of district Patiala participated. Dr. Rachna Singla, Professor (Horticulture), and […]

KVK, Sangrur Conducted Five Days Vocational Training Course on “Mushroom Cultivation” 13-09-2023

The Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Sangrur under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana has conducted a five-days vocational training course for SC community on “Mushroom Cultivation as a Subsidiary Occupation” from 04-11 September, 2023 in which 35 SC women and farmers from different villages of district Sangrur participated enthusiastically. At […]

PAU Students Bags Prime Minister Fellowship 11-09-2023

Mrs Fauzia Anjum Abdul Jaleel, a student of Ph.D. Chemistry, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), has been awarded “Prime Minister Doctoral Research Fellowship” under the SERB-FICCI program for pursuing her Ph.D research. She will be receiving a monthly stipend of Rs 76,880. She is presently working on “Isolation, derivatization of Chilli Capsaicinoid (S) and their effect […]

FASC, Kapurthala Makes a Call For Water Conservation 11-09-2023

The Farm Advisory Service Centre, Kapurthala, organised a Water Saving-cum-Plantation Day at the community land of the village Jhal Bibri, block Sultanpur Lodhi, district Kapurthala. About 200 farmers of surrounding villages participated along with local club members who activity planted about 500 social forestry plants. Dr Pardeep Kumar, Incharge, FASC, shared PAU developed water saving […]

PAU to Honor Four Progressive Farmers and One Farm Woman at Kisan Mela 11-09-2023

With an aim to ‘admire and inspire’ progressive farmers of Punjab for their vital contributions to agriculture and allied occupations, the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) will confer five awards on the eve of Kisan Mela on September 14. The awards comprising plaques, citations, shawls and cash prizes, will be bestowed upon four innovative farmers and […]

PAU Decks-up for Kisan Mela, Punjab CM to Address Farmers on September 15 12-09-2023

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is decked-up to hold the two-day Kisan Mela at Ludhiana on September 14 and 15. Sardar Bhagwant Mann, Chief Minister of Punjab, is all set to grace the occasion on September 15 and will address the farming community on that particular day. The theme of the mela is “Come and enjoy PAU’s […]

Vocational Training Course on “Mushroom Cultivation as Subsidiary Occupation” AT KVK, Moga 12-09-2023

A five-day Vocational Training Programme on “Mushroom Cultivation: A Subsidiary Occupation” was conducted from September 01-08, 2023, at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Moga. Dr Amandeep Singh Brar, Associate Director (Trg.), KVK Moga, who pioneered the programme, shared that a total of 21 farmers and farm women from different villages of districts Moga and Ferozepur attended the programme […]

60 KVKs Attend Crop Residue Management Workshop at ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana 12-09-2023

Extension scientists from 60 Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) of Punjab, Haryana, New Delhi and Uttar Pradesh attended the Review Workshop of the Crop Reside Management Project at ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Zone – I, Ludhiana. The workshop was jointly organized by Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-I, Ludhiana. Inaugurating the workshop, Dr Inderjeet […]

PAU Kisan Mela Showcases Agricultural Excellence in Gurdaspur, Promoting Scientific Farming 12-09-2023

In celebration of agricultural innovation and progress, the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, hosted the third edition of its Kisan Mela at the Regional Research Station in Gurdaspur. Under the theme “Vigayanak Kheti de Rang PAU de Kisan Melayan Sang,” the event welcomed distinguished Chief Guest, Shri Lal Chand Kataruchak, Minister of State for Food and Civil Supplies, Consumer Affairs […]

PAU Celebrates National Nutrition Month, Focuses on Sustainable Eating 13-09-2023

In the wake of September being celebrated as National Nutrition Month, the Diet Counseling Cell of the Department of Food and Nutrition, College of Community Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized an exhibition and counseling sessions to promote healthy eating habits and create awareness about importance of nutrition for good health for all. The programme […]

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Celebrated Teachers’ Day in a Unique Manner on September 05, 2023

Remembering their teachers warmly and with utmost respect and reverence, the students of the Department of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), celebrated Teachers’ Day in a unique manner on September 05, 2023. Teachers’ Day commemorates the birth of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, former President of India, and a statesman, philosopher and thinker, who made notable contributions […]

KVK, Kapurthala Organized Workshop on Surface Seeding of Wheat 08-09-2023

Management of paddy straw has remained a big challenge for farmers in the region, as the time window between paddy harvests and sowing of wheat is short. To tackle this issue, Punjab Agricultural University has come up with a low cost and environment friendly technique named ‘Surface seeding of wheat’. This technique does not require […]

PAU Kisan Mela at Ballowal Saunkhari was a Huge Hit 08-09-2023

The second mela in the series of Kisan melas organised by Punjab Agricultural university was held on Friday, Sept 8 at the Regional Research Station Ballowal Saunkhari. Farmers in large numbers thronged the one-day Kisan Mela and interacted with the agri experts, sought solutions to their queries, saw live demonstrations, purchased quality seeds, planting material […]

PAU Business School Inducts Fresh Batch of Agribusiness’ Management Students

The School of Business Studies (SBS), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organized an Orientation Programme for B.Sc. (Hons.) Agribusiness Management students (2023-26 batch) on September 05, 2023 with the purpose of welcoming and familiarizing the newly admitted students with the academic program, field and lab work, rules and regulations, and para-academic endeavors of the School. Quoting […]

National Seminar on Innovative Agricultural Extension Approaches for Holistic Development of Farming Community October 6-7, 2023

Venue: Prof. V R Mehta Auditorium SDAU, Sardarkrushinagar 385506 Jointly Organized by Society of Extension Education, Gujarat and Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University Dr. D. B. Patel Organizing Secretary Professor & Head Department of Agricultural Extension & Communication, C. P. College of Agriculture, SDAU, Sardarkrushinagar Mob.: 9427324656 e-mail: [email protected] Dr. H. B. Patel President, SEEG & […]

National Conclave on Promotion of Millets (Shree Anna) for Sustainable Agriculture and Nutritional Security Towards Global Prosperity: Key Challenges and Future Prospects 30th October to 1″ November, 2023

Organized By Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University in collaboration with Gujarat Society of Genetics and Plant Breeding & Deendayal Research Institute (DRI) Welcome message Greetings and best wishes from Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University, Sardarkrushinagar, in the National Conclave on “Promotion of Millets (Shree Anna) for Sustainable Agriculture and Nutritional Security Towards Global Prosperity: Key Challenges and […]

PAU Secures ‘Best AICRP on Wheat and Barley Centre’ Award 06-09-2023

The wheat and barley research team from Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, has earned the prestigious Best All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Wheat and Barley Centre Award 2023 for their outstanding contributions to the field of agricultural research. This recognition was conferred during the 62nd All India Wheat and Barley Research Worker’s Meet […]

PAU Tightens its Belts to Cut Farm Fires, Signs Four MoAs for Surface Seeding Technology 07-09-2023

As paddy harvesting season is approaching, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has tightened its belts to cut farm fires at farmers’ fields via commercialization of its technologies. The University has signed a pact with four Punjab-based firms, namely Thind Machinery Works, Amritsar; KS Agro Tech, Malerkotla; Amrik Agriculture Industry, Batala and Kisan Agriculture Works, Talwandi for the commercialization […]

PAU’S Apiculture Excellence Earns ‘Best Research Centre’ Award 08-09-2023

In a remarkable feat, the All India Coordinated Research Project (Honey Bees & Pollinators) at the Punjab Agricultural University Ludhiana Centre has been bestowed with the prestigious ‘Best Research Centre’ Award by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi. This accolade catapults PAU to the forefront of apicultural research, surpassing 26 research centres […]

PAU Organizes Field Day on Direct Seeded Rice Technology 08-09-2023

The Department of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organised a field day on “Direct Seeded Rice (DSR)” for which demonstrations have been laid on 83.5 acres in six villages of Sidhwan Bet block. These demonstrations were laid down under the project of RKVY “Screening of extension methodologies for strengthening diffusion dynamics of Direct Seeded […]

Zoological Society OF PAU Celebrates Teachers Day 08-09-2023

The Zoological Society, Department of Zoology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, celebrated Teachers’ Day with much fanfare on September 05, 2023. Faculty members and students expressed their thoughts on the role of teachers as builders of the society and nation at large. As mentors, teachers impart not only knowledge to their students, but are also […]

PAU Gears-up to Hold Kisan Mela on September 14-15- 08-09-2023

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is gearing-up to hold two-day on-campus Kisan Mela at Ludhiana on September 14 and 15 under the theme “Come and enjoy PAU farmers’ fair, where scientific technologies are very rare.” Calling upon the agricultural community to participate in the mela with their families, Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor, PAU, said: “This mela, […]

KVK Kapurthala Applies Rural Approach to Stave-off Rodents 12-09-2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Kapurthala, adopted a ‘rural approach’ in Uchha, Phagwara, to manage rodents that have emerged as major pests as they cause significant damage in crop fields and the surrounding premises. A total of 45 farmers participated in the rodent control campaign led by scientists from KVK, Kapurthala. Generally, rodents are extremely difficult to […]

Vocational Training Course on “Mushroom Cultivation as Subsidiary Occupation” Concludes at KVK, Mansa 11-09-2023

A five-day Vocational Training Programme on “Mushroom Cultivation as Subsidiary Occupation” conducted from September 04 -11, 2023 at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Mansa, concluded today. Dr Gurdeep Singh, Deputy Director (Trg.), KVK Mansa, who pioneered the programme, shared that a total of 30 farmers and farm women from different villages of district Mansa attended the programme to […]

ARS and APT, Madhira – 9th University Foundation Day Celebrations on 03-09-2023

Agricultural Research Station, Madhira celebrated the 9th University Foundation Day on 3rd September, 2023. Dr. K.Rukmini Devi, Principal Scientist (Br) & Head has garlanded the Professor Jaya Shankar sir, paid floral tributes and university song was played. She spoken about the University position, achievements made by the university since 2014-2022. This year ARS & APT, […]

Agricultural College, Warangal – A Brief Report on 9th University Foundation day Celebrations on 03.09.2023

Ninth (9th) Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSAU) foundation day was celebrated on 03-09-2023 at Agricultural College, Warangal. The Teaching, non teaching, out sourcing staff and students of the college have participated in this programme. The programme was started by inviting the dignitaries onto the dais followed by University song. The In-charge Associate Dean, […]

BJR Agricultural College, Sircilla has Organized One Day ‘Fertiliser Orientation Programme’ on 23 rd of August,2023

Babu Jagjiva Ram Agricultural College, Sircilla has organized one day ‘Fertiliser orientation programme’ on 23rd of August,2023. This program was conducted by the Fertilizer Association of India in collaboration with BJR Agricultural College, PJTSAU at College auditorium. The inaugural session was presided by Sri.G.V.Subha Reddy, Vice- President (Mktg), Coromandel International Ltd. Dr. P. C. Rao, […]

Agricultural Polytechnic, Tornala organized Parthenium Awareness Programme on 21-08-2023

On the eve of 18th Parthenium awareness week (16th – 22nd August, 2023) Agricultural Polytechnic, Agriculture Research Station and DAATTC, Tornala with collaboration of AICRP on weed management, Hyderabad has conducted Parthenium eradication programme on 21.08.2023 within the premises. Dr. S. Sridevi, Principal, APT, Tornala, hosted the programme and provided brief remarks about Parthenium weed […]

PJTSAU – Admin.Office – Celebrations of 9th University Foundation Day on 03-09-2023 at University Auditorium

The University is celebrating gth University Foundation Day on 03-09-2023 (Sunday) at University Auditorium, PJTSAU, Rajendranagar from 2.00 p.M. onwards. Therefore, all the University Officers / Officers of teaching & Non-teaching staff and all the staff members including outsourcing personnel of Administrative Office / Central Library / Computer Centre / all the head”s of Offices […]

One day dialogue on “Identification and Utilization of Novel Genes of Value and Relevance for Improvement of Crop Varieties Suiting Future Challenges to Indian Agriculture” on 2.9.2023

Institute of Biotechnology, PJTSAU has prestigiously organized a one day dialogue programme on “Identification and utilization of novel genes of value and relevance for improvement of crop varieties suiting future challenges to Indian agriculture” on 2.9.2023 at university auditorium, PJTSAU, Hyderabad. The programme began with inviting the dignitaries Padmashri Dr.E.A.Siddiq, Honouring Professor, IBT; Dr.M.Venkataramana, Registrar, […]

KVK, Palem Conducted a Training Programme on Need and Importance of Maternal Nutrition to the Extension Functionaries at Bijinepally (V&M), Nagarkurnool dist on 30.08.2023

KVK, Palem conducted a Training Programme on Need and Importance of Maternal Nutrition to the Extension Functionaries at Bijinepally (V&M), Nagarkurnool dist on 30.08.2023. A training Programme on need and importance of Maternal Nutrition in order to achieve healthy pregnancy and lactation among the rural expectant mothers. Mrs.E.Jyoshna, SMS(HSc), KVK, Palem Explained about the recommended […]

KVK, Palem Conducted a Field Visit to FLD on Ridge Gourd New Variety Arka Prasan & Diagnostic field visit to vegetable crops at Gorita (V), Nagarkurnool dist. on 26.08.2023.

KVK, Palem conducted a Field Visit to FLD on Ridge gourd new variety Arka Prasan & Diagnostic field visit to vegetable crops at Gorita(V), Timmajipet(M), Nagar kurnool dist on 26.08.2023. Dr. Adhi Shankar, SMS (Horticulture), KVK, Palem Data recorded on Arka prasan variety performance. suggested plant protection measure to control Downy mildew as spray Ridomil […]

Third Meeting of National Steering Committee (NSC) on AgriEnIcs Organized 24/07/2023

The Third Meeting of National Steering Committee (NSC) for reviewing the progress of the National programme on Electronics and ICT Applications in Agriculture and Environment (AgriEnIcs) sponsored by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India (MietY), was held in Hybrid mode at ICAR-DPR, Hyderabad on 24/07/2023. Chairman, NSC, Dr.Aloknath De in his inaugural […]

Diagnostics and Management of Vegetable Viruses” from 26.09.2023 & 27.09.2023

Date: 26.09.2023 & 27.09.2023 Time of training: 10.00 am to 5.00 pm Last date of receipt of application: 25.09.2023 Venue: Plant Pathology Building, ICAR-IIHR, Bangalore Course Director: Dr. Mahesha B. Course Co-Director. Dr. D.K.Samuel Course Co-Ordinators: Dr. M.V. Dhananjaya, Dr. Kalaivanan D. & BESST-HORT Team Objectives of the training 1. To detect and identify the […]

Training Programme on “Production of Arka Fermented Cocopeat and Soilless Cultivation of Vegetables” on 25th August, 2023

Venue: Video Conference Hall, Admin Building, ICAR-IIHR Date: 25.08.2023 Last date for receipt of application: 24.08.2023 Time of training (Offline): 9.00 am to 5.30 pm, Training Fees Rs. 2000/- Offline includes theory and practical sessions Time of training(Online): 9.00 am to 1.30 pm, Training Fees Rs. 1,000/- Online includes theory sessions only Course Director Dr. […]

Central Horticultural Experiment Station, Bhubaneswar, Joins the Global Celebration of World Kitchen Day 2023 at Saheed Nagar, Khurda

The Central Horticultural Experiment Station (CHES), ICAR-IIHR Bhubaneswar, added a touch of freshness and vitality to the celebration of World Kitchen Day as it showcased its horticultural technologies through exhibition stall on 27th August 2023 at Saheed Nagar, Khurda. The program was led by Dr. Satyapriya Singh, Scientist, Entomology, with other officials, including Mr. Purnachandra […]

ICAR–IIHR, Bengaluru Organised a Capacity Building Programme at PAJANCOA&RI, Karaikal, Puducherry UT Under SCSP and TSP

A capacity building programme on ICAR–IIHR technologies was organized under SCSP and TSP special programmes of ICAR –IIHR, Bengaluru in collaboration with PAJANCOA&RI, Karaikal,for the farmers of Puducherry UT on 17th August 2023. At the outset, Dr. V.Kanthaswamy, Prof. & Head (Hort) welcomed the gathering. Prof. Dr. Pouchepparadjou, Dean, PAJANCOA&RI, Karaikal, in his Presidential address, […]

ICAR-IIHR Celebrates 57th Foundation Day on 5th September, 2023

The ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (ICAR-IIHR) graciously celebrated 57th Foundation Day on 5th September, 2023. The Institute under the auspices of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) was established on 5th September, 1967 in New Delhi initially and subsequently shifted to Hesaraghatta, Bengaluru on 1st February, 1968. Dr. G. S. Randhawa, as founding […]

Online webinar/Farmers’ session on “Parthenium: Problems and Solutions” was organized by ICAR-DWR, Jabalpur in collaboration with Krishak Jagat, Bhopal ( 19 August, 2023 )

Under the guidance of ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur, ‘Kisan Session’ was organized by Krishak Jagat, Bhopal on 19 August 2023 under “Carrot Grass Awareness Week 2023”. On this occasion Dr. J. S. Mishra, Director, Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur; Dr. P.K. Singh, Principal Scientist; Dr. Vijay Chaudhary, Senior Scientist, Dr. Deepak Pawar, Scientist participated […]

Parthenium Awareness week 2023 Celebrated throughout India ( 22 August, 2023 )

Awareness program, rally, uprooting of carrot grass, photo exhibition, lecture, webinar, seminar at the national level from 16 August to 22 August 2023 in schools, villages and various institutions of different states under the auspices of the Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur. , Workshop, release and distribution of organic pesticides etc. programs were conducted. Along […]

KVK Kapurthala has Conducted Demonstrations on Tricho-Cards in Sugarcane Crop in Rampur Sunra Village of Phagwara Block 06-09-2023

Under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, KVK Kapurthala has conducted demonstrations on tricho-cards in sugarcane crop in Rampur Sunra village of Phagwara block. In this camp, more than 50 farmers participated. Tricho cards serve as the most important and eco friendly component of integrated pest management strategies in order to reduce […]

US Delegation Visits PAU to Promote and Discuss no-Burn Agriculture 06-09-2023

In an endeavor to Promote Regenerative and No-Burn Agriculture (PRANA), a delegation of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) visited the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) to deliberate on crop residue management and explore mutually beneficial areas for future collaboration. Led by Ms Jennifer Morris, Chief Executive Officer, USA and Dr Annapurna Vancheswaran, Managing Director, TNC, India, the […]

Inception of Location Specific CRM Technologies Through Village Level Awareness Camps by KVK Kapurthala 05-09-2023

To generate awareness on crop residue management, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kapurthala organized village level camps in different villages namely Nasirpur and Chugian Gulam on 01.09.2023 and 04.09.2023 under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana and ICAR ATARI Zone-1, Ludhiana. More than 100 farmers participated in these pragrammes. At the onset,Dr. Bindu, Assoc. […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Faridkot Organized a Week-Long Campaign from August 16-22, 2023

Fast spreading through its seeds, parthenium is poisonous and aggressive weed posing serious threat to human beings and livestock. To generate mass awareness on its ill-effects and management, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Faridkot organized a week-long campaign from August 16-22, 2023. The campaign was organized under the umbrella of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala celebrated World Entrepreneurship Day as the Udayamita Divas 22.08.2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala celebrated World Entrepreneurship Day as the Udayamita Divas in collaboration with Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Career Hub (EICH) unit of Punjabi University, Patiala by organizing an awareness workshop on Entrepreneurship in which 250 rural students of affiliated and constituent colleges participated. Dr. Gurupdesh Kaur, Prof. (Home Science), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Patiala in […]

PAU Holds Parthenium Awareness Week 23-08-2023

The Department of Agronomy, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized the 18th Parthenium awareness week under the aegis of ICAR-DWR, Jabalpur. During the week-long programme, lectures on Parthenium were delivered, highlighting its harmful effects on human and animal health and its management. A drive to uproot new flushes of plants of Parthenium at PAU campus was continued throughout the week by the […]

PAU Trains Farmers in Agro-Forestry 23-08-2023

A one-day training programme on “Agro-forestry” was organised by the School of Organic Farming, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) at the village Mardanpur, district Patiala in which more than 80 farmers participated. The farmers were guided about the importance and need of integrated farming systems to fulfil their domestic needs. Dr Sohan Singh Walia, Director-cum-Principal Agronomist, […]

PAU Experts Asses Incidence of Pink Bollworm in Cotton Fields 25-08-2023

A team led by Dr. GS Buttar, Director Extension Education from Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana visited the cotton fields of Muktsar and Fazilka districts to assess the incidence of Pink bollworm in cotton. Scientists from RRS, Abohar and FASC, Abohar and KVK, Muktsar accompanied him. Team visited various villages and interacted with farmers in their […]

PAU Microbiologist Granted Indian Patent

An Indian Patent no. 446897 entitled “A Process for Bioethanol Production from Industrial Graded Wheat Grains using an Alpha Amylase“ has been granted to Dr GS Kocher, Principal Microbiologist-cum-Head, Department of Microbiology and Dr Nadia Razdan, a Ph.D (Microbiology) pass out, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU). Dr Kocher informed that the present invention provides a process […]

Orientation Course-cum-Induction Training Concludes at PAU 30-08-2023

Twenty one-day “Orientation Course-cum-Induction Training Programme,” organized for the newly recruited faculty, concluded at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. The Department of Extension Education and Communication Management, College of Community Science, had organized the course in which 27 newly recruited faculty members from different departments, Krishi Vigyan Kendras, Farm Advisory Service Centers and Regional Research Stations […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Langroya District Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar Organizes Training Programme on Poultry Farming 28-08-2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Langroya, Distt Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana organized a vocational training programme on poultry farming at its premises from 21st to 25th July, 2023. During this training, Dr. Gurinder Singh, Farm Manager, KVK, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar gave detailed lectures and demonstrations on various topics of poultry […]

“Vocational Training on “Nursery Raising in Horticultural Crops” 28-08-2023

KVK, Mansa successfully conducted a five days vocational training programme on “Nursery raising in Horticultural crops” from 21.08.2023-25.08.2023 under the aegis of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. The training programme was organized under the able guidance of Dr. Gurdeep Singh, Deputy Director (Trg.), KVK Mansa in which 25 candidates including both farmer/ farm women actively took […]

Ludhiana Organized a Five Days Training Programme on ‘Mushroom cultivation as Subsidiary Occupation’ from August 21 to August 25,2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Fatehgarh Sahib under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana organized a five days training programme on ‘Mushroom cultivation as subsidiary occupation’ from August 21 to August 25,2023. The main purpose of this event was to provide hands on training to famers, farm […]

Five Days Vocational Training on Beekeeping Held at KVK, Pathankot 25-08-2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Pathankot under the guidance of Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana conducted a five day training programme on “Beekeeping – A lucrative subsidiary occupation” from 21.08.2023 to 25.08.2023. A total of 44 participants including eleven women attended this training. In the inaugural session Dr Narinder Deep Singh (Deputy Director) KVK, Pathankot, welcomed […]

Ludhiana Unit Organized a Rangoli Competition on the Theme ‘Microbiology for Health.’21-08-2023

The Department of Microbiology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), in collaboration with Microbiologists Society of India, Ludhiana Unit organized a rangoli competition on the theme ‘Microbiology for Health.’ A total of 12 undergraduate and postgraduate students of the College of Basic Sciences and Humanities participated in the competition, held under the aegis of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. The competition […]

ICAR- Indian Institute of Soil Science, Bhopal Organized Krishi Mela cum Workshop on Natural Farming at Aspirational Tribal District Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh

ICAR- Indian Institute of Soil Science, Bhopal (M.P.) organized Krishi Mela cum Krishak Sangosthi on Natural Farming during 27-29 March at KVK Surgi, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. Padmashri Smt. Phoolbasan Bai Yadav, President of the Maa Bamleshwari Janhit Karya Samiti graced the Krishi Mela cum Krishak Sangosthi as Chief Guest on 28th March 2023 and emphasized […]

ICAR-CIMMYT Workshop on AGROTAIN Incorporated Urea Produces with N-TEGRATIONTM Technology for Improving Nitrogen Use Efficiency in Major Cropping Systems of India 26-27 August, 2023, ICAR-IISS, Bhopal

ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil Science, Bhopal organized ICAR-CIMMYT collaborative Workshop on AGROTAIN Incorporated Urea Produces with N-TEGRATIONTM Technology for Improving Nitrogen Use Efficiency in Major Cropping Systems of India during 26-27 August, 2023 at ICAR- Indian Institute of Soil Science, Bhopal. The workshop was organized to evaluate KAS’s proprietary and patented technology of AGROTAINR Incorporate […]

ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun Organized Field Day-Cum Demonstration of Soil and Water Conservation Measures at Khatar, Kalsi on August 29, 2023

ICAR- Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (ICAR-IISWC), Dehradun has organized a Field Day-cum Demonstration of Soil and Water Conservation Measures at Khatar, Kalsi Block, Dehradun on 29/08/2023. Recognizing that importance of soil and water conservation measures for conserving natural resources and enhancing agricultural production at farmers’ fields, a programme on Demonstration of Soil […]

ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun Organized INBAR Sponsored Study Tour Cum Exposure Visit Programme for the Scientists from Kenya Forest Research Institute (KEFRI), Kenya during 21-26 August, 2023

The ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (IISWC), Dehradun organized a six-day study tour cum exposure visit programme on Bamboo Allometrics, Hydrology and environmental Metrics for the scientists from Kenya Forest Research Institute (KEFRI), Kenya from August 21-26, 2023. On 22 August, while inaugurating the function, Dr. Charan Singh, Officiating Director, highlighted the work […]

CAR- Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Dehradun Organized 18th Parthenium Awareness Week Programme in TSP village on August 22, 2023

The ICAR-IISWC, Dehradun organized Parthenium Awareness Week from August 16 to 22, 2023 under the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) of the institute. Under this week long programme, Parthenium awareness day was celebrated on August 22, 2023 in Phatyou and Ichhala Villages of Kalsi block, Dehradun, engaging a total of 80 participants including men, women and school […]

“Hindi Essay Competition” was Organized on the topic “Landslides Occurrence

“Hindi Essay Competition” was organized on the topic “Landslides Occurrence, Causes and Prevention Measures in the Himalayan Region”. under “Hindi Chetna Maas 2023” at the ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Dehradun on September 04, 2023. 17 personnel from the institute headquarter participated in the competition. Read more: http://www.cswcrtiweb.org/index1.html?Current_News/2023/Sept/ddn_chetna_maas_04_sept_2023/ddn-hindi-04-09-2023.htm

“Hindi Dictation Competition” on September 05, 2023

ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Dehradun organized “Hindi Dictation Competition” under “Hindi Chetna Maas 2023” on August 05, 2023 . 32 employees of the institute headquarter participated in this competition. Read more: http://www.cswcrtiweb.org/index1.html?Current_News/2023/Sept/ddn_chetna_maas_04_sept_2023/ddn-hindi-04-09-2023.htm

Valedictory Function of In-plant training for students of B. Tech. Agril. Engg. on “Soil and Water Conservation & Watershed Management” organized at ICAR-IISWC, RC, Koraput on August 31, 2023

One month training programme on Soil and Water Conservation and Watershed Management for B. Tech Agricultural Engineering students was organized from 1-31 August, 2023 by the ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (IISWC), Research Centre, Koraput, Odisha. A total of 19 students from SVCAET, Raipur (CG) and BCAE, Durg (CG) registered in the progarmme. […]

CAR-IISWC, Dehradun, Organized Field Training and Demonstration on Soil and Water Conservation Measures for Spring Rejuvenation and Livelihood Security Enhancement for Farmers in the Semalta Watershed Under the Tribe Sub-Plan on September 01, 2023

ICAR- Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation (ICAR-IISWC), Dehradun has organized a Field Day-cum Demonstration of Soil and Water Conservation Measures at Khatar, Kalsi Block, Dehradun on 29/08/2023. Recognizing that importance of soil and water conservation measures for conserving natural resources and enhancing agricultural production at farmers’ fields, a programme on Demonstration of Soil […]

KVK Ropar Showcases Diversification at its Farm as Well as Farmers Field 31-08-2023

An evaluation team from PAU, Ludhiana comprising of Dr GPS Sodhi, Additional Director of Extension Education, Dr PPS Pannu, ADR (NR& PHM) and Dr CS Aulakh, Principal Agronomist, School of Organic farming today on 31.8.2023 visited field of Sh Davinder Singh (trainee of KVK Ropar) of village Bhairon majra, (district Ropar) producing poplar nursery & […]

30 Flower Growers Attend Training Camp AT PAU 31-08-2023

The Directorate of Extension Education of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organized a monthly training camp for the members of PAU Flower Growers Club today. As many as 30 farmers attended the camp, wherein Dr Parminder Singh, Head, Department of Floriculture and Landscaping, explained the raising of healthy flower nursery and cultivation of chrysanthemum, which […]

FASC, Amritsar Organized a Field Day on Production of Export Quality Basmati 31-08-2023

An awareness campaign implemented in Amritsar district to promote the export quality basmati production through transfer of recommended technology as directed by Director of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. As a part of it, a field day on Quality Basmati Production for export promotion was organized by Farm Advisory Service Centre, KVK, Amritsar of […]

PAU Bids Farewell to Senior Extension Specialist Sh BS Romana 01-09-2023

A farewell party was organized in the Department of Vegetable Science of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) to bid adieu to Sh Buta Singh Romana, Senior Extension Scientist, who attained superannuation after serving in various capacities for nearly 32 years. Dr AS Dhatt, Director of Research and Additional Director of Research (Horticulture and Food Science), […]

KVK, Kapurthala Transmitted Interventions to Flood Warriors 01-09-2023

Under the aegis of Directorate of Extension Education, PAU, Ludhiana, KVK Kapurthala has adopted three villages Sangra, Baupur Kadeem and Baupur Jadeed with the mission – Reach to Unreach as these villages are remote and neglected areas of the district. Recent floods in the month of August have badly affected these villages as these are […]

Vocational Training on “Mushroom Cultivation” Concludes at KVK Ropar 01-09-2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ropar, under the aegis of the Directorate of Extension Education, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), and ICAR-ATARI, Zone-1, Ludhiana, organized a five days training program on ‘Mushroom cultivation and processing’ from 25.8.2023 to 31.8.2023. Dr. Satbir Singh, Deputy Director (Trg.) KVK, Ropar apprised that 25 farmers, farm women, and rural youth from various […]

PAU Team of Experts Visits Fields of Progressives Farmers of KVK, Patiala 01-09-2023

Team of experts from PAU, Ludhiana comprising of Dr GPS Sodhi, Additional Director of Extension Education, Dr PPS Pannu, ADR (NR& PHM) and Dr CS Aulakh, Principal Agronomist, School of Organic farming visited the field of S. Narinder Singh of village Dittupur who has been into production of jaggery, shakkar, canola oil, till and turmeric for sale accompanied by […]

Exploring the Future of Rice Production: US Diplomat Visits PAU 01-09-2023

In a recent visit to Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in Ludhiana, Dr Mariano J. Beillard (Ph.D.), Senior Regional Agricultural Attaché at the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi, engaged in a comprehensive interaction with Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor of PAU and university officers. This meeting was conducted to delve into crucial agricultural matters and strengthen […]

PAU Imparts Training in FPOs 01-09-2023

Mr Bhupinder Singh, CEO and Mr Kawaldeep Singh, Board of Director, Taran Tarn based Gharyala Dairy Producer Company Limited, were imparted four-day training by the School of Business Studies (SBS), Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), in various aspects of managing farm-producer organizations (FPOs). Dr Ramandeep Singh, Director, SBS, welcomed and interacted with the faculty members of […]

Vocational Training Organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra Moga for Rural Women 04-09-2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra ,Moga successfully conducted a five day vocational training on”Preparation of eco friendly cleansing agents at home” from 28th August,2023 to 1Sep,2023 at KVK, Budh Singh Wala Moga for the rural women and girls of the district. The training programme was organized under the able guidance of Dr, Amandeep Singh Brar, Associate Director(Trg.),KVK, Moga […]

A Field Day on “Production of Pesticide Free Basmati Rice” was organised by Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC), Tarn Taran on 29.08.2023

A field day on “Production of pesticide free Basmati Rice” was organized by Farm Advisory Service Centre (FASC), Tarn Taran on 29.08.2023 at village Bhuchar Kalan, Block Gandiwind, District Tarn Taran. The main objective of the field day was to create awareness among farmers to produce good quality Basmati so that they will get more price in the […]

PAU Holds Lecture on Gender Equality for Enviourment Sustainability 29-08-2023

The Department of Economics and Sociology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), organized a guest lecture on “Gender Equality in Promoting Environmental Sustainability” which was delivered by Dr Rajini Vohra, an entrepreneur and founder of NGO Wah Woman. Dr Vohra gave a thought-provoking lecture on the role of women in ensuring a sustainable environment. She emphasized on […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ferozepur Organized a Farmers’ Awareness Camp on ‘Integrated management of Parthenium Hysterophorus’ on August 18, 2023

As a part of nationwide campaign on Parthenium management, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ferozepur organized a farmers’ awareness camp on ‘Integrated management of Parthenium hysterophorus’ on August 18, 2023. The programme was organized under the umbrella of Punjab Agricultural University and ICAR ATARI Zone 1, Ludhiana. Around 50 progressive farmers of village Akku Maste Ke and […]

ICAR-DCFR Spearheads a Workshop for Assessing Conservation Status of the Himalayan Fishes 28-30 August, 2023.

The ICAR-Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research, Bhimtal, a leading institute dedicated to scientific research in the Coldwater realm, in collaboration with Manipur University, Imphal and technical support from IUCN Freshwater Fish Specialist Group (FFSG), organized a three-day workshop on the “Assessment of IUCN conversation status of the fishes of Western and Eastern Himalayas”, at ICAR-DCFR, […]

ICAR-DCFR Puts Meghalaya on the Map of Coldwater Aquaculture 17 to 19 August 2023

ICAR-Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research (DCFR), Bhimtal, Uttarakhand organized a one-day workshop on ‘Boosting cold water aquaculture and fisheries in Meghalaya’ on 18th August 2023, at Umiam, in collaboration with ICAR Research Complex for North East Hill Region and Department of Fisheries, Meghalaya. The Hon’ble Minister of Fisheries, Meghalaya, Shri Alexander L. Hek was the […]

ICAR-DCFR Organized Training on Captive Breeding and Hatchery Management of Golden Mahseer

A five-day training programme on “Captive breeding and hatchery management of golden mahseer” was conducted at ICAR-Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research during 10-14th July 2023. The training was attended by 15 participants, including entrepreneurs and students from College of Fisheries Science, HAU, Hisar. Captive breeding and hatchery management plays a crucial role in the conservation […]

Under the Livestock Entrepreneurship Development Program, a Seven-Day Residential Training Program on ‘Commercial sheep-goat and rabbit farming’ was organized by the Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute, Avikanagar and Cade Foundation, Udaipur for The Skill Development of The Farmers of The Country.

Completion of the seven-day residential training program of the third batch under the joint aegis of KED Foundation Udaipur and Agri Business Incubator Center at the Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute, Avikanagar Tehsil-Malpura District-Tonk (Rajasthan), an institute of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (from June 21 June 27, 2023) was chaired by Dr. […]

Training on the Basic Techniques for Diagnosing and Testing Salt Affected Soils & Waters (MODULE-I) (25 September-1 October 2023)

INTRODUCTION ICAR-Central Soil Salinity Research Institute (CSSRI) is a premier research institute committed to conducting interdisciplinary investigations concerning salinity/alkalinity management and the utilization of poor-quality irrigation waters across diverse agroecological regions within the nation. The institute boasts well-furnished laboratories dedicated to various facets of salinity management, furnished with cutting-edge facilities such as Inductively Coupled Plasma, […]

DST-SERB Sponsored Workshop on Introgression of Stress Tolerance Genes in Rice through Marker Assisted Backcross Breeding (MABB) (14-15 September 2023) SERB Scientific Social Responsibility Policy

In order to develop sustainable crop varieties with tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses, researchers must address emerging new diseases and pests, as well as climate change. Marker assisted backcrossing (MABC) is one of the most promising approaches, as it uses molecular markers to identify and select genotypes having gene of interest. In this regard, […]

Mr. Sujay Vikhe Patil, MP and Mr. Shashank, MD Maharashtra Sheep and Wool Development Corporation, representative of the Government of Maharashtra, Visited the Institute

Indian Council of Agricultural Research’s Institute Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute Avikanagar today, on July 7, 2023, representatives of the Government of Maharashtra, Ahmednagar Lok Sabha MP Mr. Sujay Vikhe Patil and Mr. Shashank, Managing Director, Maharashtra Sheep and Wool Development Corporation, Government of Maharashtra, in their delegation Dr. Arun Kumar Tomar, Director of […]

Interaction Programme with Farmers and Supplying the Inputs for Implementation of Technological Interventions for Enhancing Productivity of Buffaloes and Cows and Drudgery Reduction Using Milking Equipment’s Under Farmer First Project

On the 24th of July 2023 a farmers field day/ Interaction programme was organized underneath the ongoing Farmer FIRST Project at Central Soil Salinity Research Institute (CSSRI), Karnal. In this project ICAR-NDRI, Karnal is the cooperating institute. The objective of the programme was to aware about the proper management of dairy animals during hot humid […]

Promotion of Kitchen Gardens and Distribution of Vegetable Seed Kits to SCSP Beneficiaries

As part of the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) project, ICAR- Directorate of Cashew Research organized an event to promote kitchen gardens on 11.08.2023. On the occasion, vegetable seed kits were distributed. The SC beneficiaries under MGMG villages were provided with vegetable seed kits having Tomato, Brinjal, Palak, Amaranthus, Bottle gourd, Pumpkin seeds, and Pole […]

36th Institute Research Committee Meeting of ICAR-DCR, Puttur Organized

The meeting of the 36th Institute Research Committee (IRC) of ICAR-Directorate of Cashew Research, Puttur was held during 9-10, August 2023 under the Chairmanship of Dr. J. Dinakara Adiga, Director, ICAR-DCR, Puttur in hybrid mode at Videoconference hall of Silver Jubilee Building, DCR, Puttur and through Zoom platform. Dr. Shamsudheen M, Member Secretary, IRC welcomed […]

Demonstration of Drone Sprayer in Kathura village 10.08.2023

A new initiative as part of the Agri Drone Project was successfully demonstrated in the arena of modern farming. The experiment involved using a drone sprayer to apply Nano Urea, Nano DAP, and liquid Sagarika to 25 acres of land in the Kathura village while working in conjunction with progressive farmers. The primary purpose of […]

Today, the program “Oestus in Sheep and Artificial Insemination” organized from August 17 to 23 at the Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute

In this training programme, 20 Para veterinarians of Jammu Sheep Husbandry Department were undergoing training. Addressing the participants, Dr. Arun Kumar Tomar, Chief Guest and Institute Director of the closing ceremony of the training program, said that mid-synchronization and artificial insemination are techniques that can increase the fertility of not only cattle, but also the […]

On the Occasion of World Tribal Day, Distribution of Malpura Sheep Unit and other Animal Husbandry Useful Items to Tribal Families and Organization of Farmer Scientific Seminar. August 12, 2023

On the occasion of World Tribal Day today, Saturday, August 12, 2023, by the Scheduled Tribe Sub Plan of Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute, Avikanagar, an institute working under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi, Government Primary School, Kheda Kachhwasa Block And in district Dungarpur, a farmer-scientist seminar has been organized with […]

Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute Director Dr. Arun Kumar Tomar Participated in the Establishment and Technical Day of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi by Putting up an Exhibition of the Institute.

Dr. Arun Kumar Tomar, Director of Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute, Avikanagar, Tehsil-Malpura, District-Tonk (Rajasthan), an institute of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, participated in the 95 Foundation and Technology Day of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research at New Delhi Head Quarter. Dr. Arun Kumar Tomar visited the institute’s stall, Mr. Purushottam […]

SRRC Organized a Self-Sponsored Three Days’ Hands-on Training for Broiler Rabbit Rearing Farmers

A Self-sponsored training programme on “Technological updates in broiler rabbit production” was organized by Southern Regional Research Centre, Mannavanur from 14.06.2023 to 16.06.2023. This training is fifth of a series of trainings organized by SRRC to disseminate the broiler rabbit production technology to farmers since 2022 and first one for the year 2023-24. Eleven broiler rabbit […]

Training on Coconut Production and Value Addition Technologies Jun 15, 2023

As part of the technology transfer initiatives of ICAR-CPCRI to benefit the farming community and other stakeholders, a training programme on ‘Coconut production and value addition technologies’ was organised on 15th June 2023 at CPCRI, Kasaragod. Shri Inbasekar K. I.A.S., District Collector, Kasaragod inaugurated the training programme. In his inaugural address, Shri Inbasekar requested the farmers […]

District Level Seminar and Exhibition on Jackfruit under ODOP Jun 27, 2023

A district level seminar and exhibition was organized by ICAR-KVK, CPCRI, Kasaragod at Chowtara Chavadi, Meeyapadavu, Meenja Panchayath on 27.06.2023, to facilitate the One District One Product (ODOP) initiative on jackfruit for Kasaragod district. The programme was intended to create awareness on varieties suitable for different purpose and importance and possibilities of jackfruit dishes in […]

Awareness Programme on Eco-friendly Personal Hygiene Management for Women Aug 21, 2023

In line with the Swaccha Bharat Mission Guidelines issued by the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation, an awareness programme on ‘Eco-friendly personal hygiene management for women’ was conducted at ICAR-CPCRI, Kasaragod, on 21.8.2023. Dr. K. B. Hebbar, director, presided over the programme. In his presidential address, Dr. K. B. Hebbar, expressed concerns about the […]

ICAR-CRIDA Organized Parthenium Awareness Day on 21st August 2023 at Hayatnagar Research Farm (HRF)

ICAR-CRIDA organized Parthenium Awareness Day on 21st August 2023 at Hayatnagar Research Farm (HRF), ICAR-CRIDA, Hyderabad. Dr S. K. Chaudhari, DDG (NRM), Dr Vinod Kumar Singh, Director, ICAR-CRIDA, and about 150 participants comprising of scientists, technical officers, and students participated in the event. Dr Vinod Kumar Singh, Director, ICAR-CRIDA welcomed the participants and apprised the […]

An Unique Education Opportunity to Students Through Learning by Doing at CRIDA 2023-24 June 15,2023 to September 15, 2023

About CRIDA The Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture was established in 1985 to undertake basic and applied research, to act as repository of information, provide leadership and coordinate network research, to act as a Centre for Training, to collaborate with relevant National and International Organizations and to provide Consultancy for the development of drylands. […]

Training for KVK Officials of North-East Region Jul 14, 2023

A five-days training programme for KVK officials of North-East Region on ‘Scientific cultivation of coconut, arecanut and cocoa’ was inaugurated by Dr. K. B. Hebbar, Director, ICAR-CPCRI on from 14 July, 2023. In his inaugural address Dr. K. B. Hebbar, Director, ICAR-CPCRI, told that “North east is the future hope and suitable region for plantation […]

Skilled Development Training Programme for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Youths Aug 01, 2023

A skill development training programme in ‘Coconut cultivation technologies’ conducted from 01.08.2023 for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe youth under SCSP and TSP schemes at ICAR – CPCRI, Kasaragod. Total 21 trainees were participating for four different component of training programmes namely, 1) Neera Production and Value Addition, 2) Planting Material Production in Coconut 3) […]

Hindi Workshop was Organized at the Mandapam Regional Centre of ICAR-CMFRI, Mandapam Camp

As a part of Official Language Implementation a workshop was organized by Mandapam Regional Centre on 07.06.2023 on the topic “Constitutional Provisions and various Apps to implement Official Language”. Shri A. Sreenivasan, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Divisional Railway Managers Office, Madurai delivered the lecture. Seven Scientists and 35 employees of the center actively participated in the workshop. […]

Report on the Celebration of World Ocean Day-2023

Visakhapatnam Regional Centre of CMFRI celebrated World Ocean Day-2023 on 8th June 2023 with an Awareness Workshop cum Beach Cleaning drive along with the fisher folks and school students of Peda Jalaripeta fishing village between 2.30 to 5.30 pm in association with DHAN foundation. Dr. S. S. Raju, Principal Scientist and Head (i/c) inaugurated and talked […]

ICAR-CMFRI Senior Scientist Dr. Eldho Varghese inducted as NAAS Associate

Dr. Eldho Varghese, Senior Scientist, ICAR-CMFRI, has been inducted to the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences as NAAS Associate-2023 by the President of the Academy, considering his research contributions to Social Sciences, particularly in the area of Agricultural Statistics. Read more:https://www.cmfri.org.in/news/icar-cmfri-senior-scientist-dr-eldho-varghese-inducted-as-naas-associate

Hyderabad Collaborative Online Training Program on Innovative Extension Strategies for Sustainable Natural Resource Management in Rainfed Agriculture 30 October 03 November, 2023

Objectives To impart knowledge on sustainable NRM technologies To familiarize the participants on various community-based extension approaches To sensitize the participants about innovative extension strategies in rainfed agriculture Training Methodology The trainees will be selected based on the interest for participation and selected participants will be notified in advance. Training will be covering sustainable NRM […]

Report on the Celebration of World Environment Day-2023

Visakhapatnam Regional Centre of CMFRI celebrated World Environment Day-2023 on 5th June 2023 in the Quarters and office complex of VRC of CMFRI and Peda Jalaripeta fishing village, Visakhapatnam. In the morning hours, a tree plantation drive with staff members and their families in the quarters and office complex of VRC of CMFRI was initiated […]

Mandapam Regional Centre Of ICAR-CMFRI Undertakes Sea Ranching Of Green Tiger Shrimp

A total of 4.5 million green tiger shrimp seeds (PL 20) were released into Palk Bay at  Villondi in a sea ranching initiative by Mandapam Regional Centre of ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CMFRI) on 27th July, 2023. This was part of the project entitled “Sea ranching of Green tiger shrimp (Penaeus semisulcatus) Post Larvae (PL) […]

ICAR-CMFRI Organizes Awareness Campaigns and Beach cleaning drives on World Ocean Day

The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) observed World Ocean Day 2023 on 8th June 2023 by conducting beach cleaning drives and an awareness workshop. Veraval Regional Station of ICAR-CMFRI organized a beach cleaning drive at Somnath Beach, a major tourist destination in Gir Somnath district of Gujarat, which attracts a large number of visitors […]

ICAR-CMFRI To Provide Technical Support For Strengthening Sustainable Harvest Of Shrimp And Cephalopod Trawl Fishery Of Kerala

The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) will provide technical backstopping for strengthening the sustainable harvest of 11 selected shrimp and cephalopod trawl fishery resources of Kerala, following a request from the Seafood Exporters Association of India (SEAI).The institute will carry out a consultancy research project aimed at assessing the stock health and fishery performance […]

“Regional Station, ICAR- CIARI, conducts “awareness on Livelihood Augmentation through sustainable fisheries for Tribal Fishers and Input Distribution and Demonstration of Cast Net Fishing Under STC, at Minicoy, Lakshadweep”

Regional Station Minicoy of ICAR-CIARI Port Blair conducted an “awareness on Livelihood Augmentation through sustainable fisheries for Tribal Fishers and input distribution and demonstration of cast net fishing under Schedule Tribe Component (STC)” for the welfare of tribal fishermen of Minicoy on 24th August 2023. Speaking on the inaugural occasion, the Guest Shri. Mansoor Ali, the […]

ICAR-CIARI Organises Training Cum Animal Health Camp at Rangat in Collaboration with SVO, Rangat

A training programme on “Scientific Livestock and Poultry Production” was organized by ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair, at Dasrathpur village, Rangat, in collaboration with the Veterinary Hospital, Rangat, on August 17, 2023. Dr. P.A. Bala and Dr. Arun Kumar De, Senior Scientists from ICAR-CIARI, along with Dr. Sathish, Senior Veterinary Officer, Veterinary Hospital […]

Awareness on Aquatic Animal Disease Surveillance Conducted by ICAR-CIARI 18th August, 2023

Central Island Agricultural Research Institute conducted an awareness programme on “National Surveillance Programme for Aquatic Animal Diseases (NSPAAD)” on 18thAugust, 2023 at Brindaban village, South Andaman. Speaking on the occasion Smt. M.A. Naseem Banu, Pradhan, Brindaban Panchayat appreciated the efforts of ICAR-CIARI and also urged the farmers to reap maximum benefit out of the programme. […]

ICAR-CIARI celebrates 77th Independence Day

ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute celebrated 77th Independence Day at its main campus with fervor and gaiety. The flag hoisting ceremony was attended by approximately 150 Institute staff and family members. The 77th Independence Day celebrations started with the hoisting of the National Flag by Dr. Eaknath B. Chakurkar, Director, ICAR-CIARI followed by singing of the National […]

Timer-Based Power Operated Prototype Watef Filtration System for Aquaculture

Feed and excreta are the main source of waste and are also responsible for most of the environmental impact of aquaculture, and water quality is a critical factor when culturing any aquatic organism. Water quality varies by species and must be monitored to ensure growth and survival. The quality of water in aquaculture production systems […]

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 field or swampy areas. However, there is a big gap between supply and demand. During transportation of seed, high rate of mortality occurs due to fluctuation in water parameters like temperature, pH, dissolved Oxygen etc. CIFE has […]

Floating Carp Hatchery for Reservoirs

For enhancing fish production in reservoirs, it is imperative that the reservoirs are to be stocked with quality seed. Fingerlings of carp produced in land-based hatcheries at distant places experience stress during transportation from hatchery to reservoir. Further, the change in type and quality of water may reduce the survival rate of fingerlings when transported […]

The Argulus Infestation in Fish Ponds is very Rampant Across the country

CIFE-ARGUNIL: The argulus infestation in fish ponds is very rampant across the country. Due to the parasitic diseases fish culture faces the biggest problem for its sustainability and the commercial expansion. The Argulosis disease causes almost 25% loss to farmers in the form diseases associated mortalities and reduce growth rate. The only immediate remedy is […]

Salt Fermented Indian Mackerel

The Indian mackerels were fermented using a combination of dry salting and wet salting in microaerophilic condition. Representative bacterial isolates from each stage of fortnightly samplings were picked up identified, verified for their salt tolerance and fermentation potential. The fermentation potential was mainly studied from their capabilities to show lipolytic and proteolytic activities. Out of […]

Solar Powered Cool Box

The solar fish cooler can hold 50 kg of fish. Powered by two solar panels, the system has a battery to store power. The cooler can achieve a temperature of -20°C. However, fish intended to be sold in retail market can be stored at 0 to 5°C, which will lower the consumption of power and […]

16th Agricultural Science Congress in Kochi from 10 – 13 October 2023 at ICAR-CMFRI, Cochin

The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) will host the 16th Agricultural Science Congress (ASC) and ASC Expo from 10 to 13 October 2023 in Kochi. Organised by the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS), New Delhi, the ASC will focus on the theme ‘Transformation of agri-food systems for achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs)’. The […]

Field Day Cum Demonstration on “Speciality Flower Cultivation – a Potential Commercial Venture in the Island”

The climatic condition of the Island is highly conducive to grow speciality flowers especially the heliconias, Calatheas, Etlingera and Alpinias. These speciality flowers are high value cut flowers crops with versatile utilities like bouquets, flower arrangements and hall decorations. ICAR-CIARI maintains a large germplasm collection of speciality flowers and their cultivation and value addition is […]

Capacity Building Programs Under Tribal Sub Plan

Under the Tribal Sub Plan, the Division of Animal Sciences, ICAR-CIARI, Port Blair in collaboration with ICAR-KVK, Car Nicobar organized various capacity-building programs in Nicobar Islands. Dr. P.A Bala, Senior Scientist, and Dr. R. R Alyethodi, Scientist of Animal Science Division, ICAR-CIARI Port Blair, interacted with farmers on scientific rearing of different livestock and poultry […]

Training Programme on Spices for Economic Prosperity

A three days training programme on “Scientific Cultivation of Spices for Economic Prosperity” was organized under CSS-MIDH (NHM) Project on Spices and All India Coordinated Research Project on Palms project during August 1-3, 2023. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. E.B. Chakurkar, Director, ICAR-CIARI, who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest in the presence […]

Skill Development Programme on “Fish and Prawn Farming” June 13th to June 27th, 2023.

The Aquaculture Division of ICAR-CIFE organized a Skill development program titled “Fish and Prawn Farming” from June 13th to June 27th, 2023. This program, spanning 15 days, was sponsored by National Agriculture Innovation Fund – Agri Business Incubation (ABI) of ICAR-CIFE. Dr. Sukham Munilkumar, Principal Scientist & Former HoD, led the training, with coordination from […]

The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) will host the 16th Agricultural Science Congress (ASC) and ASC Expo from 10 to 13 October 2023 in Kochi

The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) will host the 16th Agricultural Science Congress (ASC) and ASC Expo from 10 to 13 October 2023 in Kochi. Organized by the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS), New Delhi, the ASC will focus on the theme ‘Transformation of agri-food systems for achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs)’. The […]

Integrated Aqua-agri-Livestock System in Brackishwater Ponds as a Farming Livelihood Model for Coastal Communities

Introduction Integrated farming system (IFS) is a farming approach that helps conserve agrobiodiversity, provides food security, enhances ecosystem services, maintains environmental quality and also achieves sustainability. Integrated fish farming (IFF) refers to a practice of IFS where fish becomes the major component of the farming system. Thus, the practice of integrating fish with agriculture or […]

ICAR-CIBA Celebrated World Environment Day-2023

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA) and its regional centres  observed the World Environment Day (WED) on 5th June, 2023 with the theme ‘solution to plastic pollution’ to create awareness among the public on protection and conservation of environment. A similar theme (Beat Plastic Pollution) was adopted in WED- 2018 also indicating the importance mitigating plastic […]

ICAR-CIBA Organised Awareness Programs on “Recycling of fish waste to value added products: Planktonplus and Hortiplus for the coastal communities” of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu 30 June 2023

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA), Chennai, organised two awareness programs in collaboration with Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore, Tamil Nadu, Department of Fisheries, Rameswaram Sigaram Fish Farmers Producer Organisation, Ramanathapuram, on “Recycling of fish waste to value added products, CIBA-Planktonplus and CIBA-Hortiplus among coastal communities” at Mangadu and South Karaiyur villages, Ramanathapuram district, […]

National Fish Farmers Day celebrated at CIBA on 10 July, 2023

Kakdwip Research Centre of ICAR- Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (KRC of ICAR- CIBA) celebrated National Fish Farmers’ Day on 10th July, 2023 to commemorate the invention of induced breeding in Carp fish. A total of 50 brackishwater aquaculture farmers from three brackishwater districts of West Bengal viz. North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas and Purba […]

Regional Station, ICAR-CIAE, Coimbatore participated in Velan Sangamam (Mega Agri Mela) 2023 exhibition at Trichirapalli, Tamil Nadu

Regional station, ICAR-CIAE, Coimbatore participated in Mega Agriculture Expo 2023 “ Velan Sangamam 2023” at Care Engineering College, Dindigul main Road, Trichy, Tamil Nadu organized by Department of Agriculture – Farmers welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu from 27.07.2023 to 29.07.2023 with an objective to disseminate the latest innovation to the farmers across Tamil Nadu . […]

CIAE, Bhopal Organized 27th Meeting of ICAR Regional Committee No. VII

The 27th meeting of ICAR Regional Committee No. VII was organized by ICAR-Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Bhopal on 18th August, 2023 to identify issues related to agriculture, horticulture, animal husbandry and fisheries sector in the states of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh and Goa, and to provide solutions for those issues. Hon’ble Secretary, DARE and […]

ICAR-CIBA Trains and Empowers Coastal Communities of Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu with its Environment Friendly Technology to Transform Fish Waste into Value Added Commercial Products 11th August

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA), Chennai, organized training and demonstration programs in collaboration with Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore, Tamil Nadu, on “Recycling of fish waste to value added products, CIBA-Planktonplus and CIBA-Hortiplus” for empowering and uplifting the lives of coastal communities at Rameshwaram taluk, Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu during 8- 10th August 2023. […]

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (CIBA), Chennai Conducted Skill Development Training for the Project Staff of National Surveillance Programme for Aquatic Animal Diseases (NSPAAD) Centres on “Hands on Training Programme on Molecular Techniques for Fish and Shrimp Diseases” During 24th July to 4th August 2023

A training programme on “Hands on training programme on molecular techniques for fish and shrimp diseases” was conducted at aquatic animal health and environment division of ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (CIBA), Chennai under the referral laboratory component of National Surveillance Programme for Aquatic Animal Diseases (NSPAAD) – Phase II project during 24th July to 4th […]

ICAR-CIBA Conducted Shrimp Farmers Conclave-2023 and Signed MoUs Respectively for Validation of CIBA’s Therapeutic for EHP Disease and Research Collaboration with Annamalai University 3rd August

The ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA) conducted the Shrimp Farmers Conclave-2023 on 1st August, 2023 at the Faculty of Marine Sciences, Annamalai University wherein about 431 shrimp farmers cutting across the coastal districts of Tamil Nadu participated. In addition to that officials, technicians, faculty and students were also participated in large number. The main themes […]

ICAR- CIBA and Biotech Consortium India Limited Conducted an awareness Workshop on “GM Crops and their Derivatives for the Aqua-sector: Opportunities and way Forward”

The workshop on the “GM crops and their derivatives for the aqua sector: Opportunities and way forward” was jointly organized by the ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (CIBA) and  the Biotech Consortium Pvt. Ltd (BCIL), on 25 July  2023 at ICAR-CIBA, Chennai. The main objective of this workshop was to create awareness and exploring market […]

ICAR-CIBA in Association with Nagapattinam District Aquafarmers Association (NAFA), Tamil Nadu Convened an Interaction Meeting on 10th August, 2023 about ICAR-CIBA’s therapeutic for EHP disease as a follow-up to the Shrimp Farmers Conclave 2023 Held at Parangipettai, Tamil Nadu on 1st August, 2023

Hepatopancreatic Microsporidiosis (HPM) caused by Enterocytozoon hepatopenaei (EHP) is a severe disease at present causing heavy loss to the shrimp farmers and the loss due to this disease alone is estimated to be Rs.5000 crores. Therefore, the farmers are frantically looking for a remedy to this menace. During the recently held shrimp farmers conclave, Dr.T.Sathish […]

ICAR-CIBA Conducted a Hands-on Training on “Advances in Seed Production and Farming of Brackishwater Finfishes” 14th August, 2023

ICAR-CIBA conducted five days hands on training on “Advances in Seed Production and Farming of Brackishwater Finfishes” during 7-11th August, 2023. A total of 17 participants representing Govt. officials, farmers, entrepreneurs, aquaculture consultants, academicians and research scholars from Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Kerala, Gujarat and Tamil Nadu states attended the training.  The training module consisted […]

ICAR-CIBA inked MoU with Ms. Insectika Biotech Pvt. Ltd., Bhubaneswar for Evaluating an Alternate Ingredient to Fish Meal Protein in Aqua Feeds 7-14, August, 2023

ICAR-CIBA is partnering with Insectika Biotech Pvt. Ltd., Bhubaneswar, Odisha for the consultancy services and collaborative research towards using Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) (BSF) meal for aquaculture feed formulation. Through this memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed on 11th Aug 2023 to explore the possibilities of using BSF meal as a sustainable substitute for fish […]

ICAR-CIBA Celebrated the 77th Independence Day of our Nation 15th August 2023

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA) celebrated the country’s 77th Independence Day by unfurling the National Flag at the Main Campus, Field and Regional Centres with full respect and honour. Dr.Kuldeep K Lal hoisted the National Flag at the headquarters. In his Independence Day speech, he conveyed his wishes to all and outlined importance of […]

CIAE-RS, Coimbatore participated in State Policy Advocacy Meeting held at Chennai

Scientists of ICAR CIAE RS, Coimbatore participated in the State Level Policy Advocacy meeting under Chairmanship of Sh. C. Samaya Moorthy, IAS, Principal Secretary & Agriculture Production Commissioner (APC), and Sh. L. Subramanian, IAS, Commissioner (Agriculture) held on 20.07.2023 at Directorate of Agriculture, Chennai. As a part of the project “A Multi-Dimensional Study on Zero […]

CIAE Bhopal Participated in 95th ICAR Foundation day cum Technology Day

ICAR-CIAE, Bhopal participated in 95th ICAR Foundation Day cum Technology Day organized at NASC Complex, New Delhi during 16-18 July 2023. Dr. C. R. Mehta, Director, ICAR-CIAE along with Dr. V. P. Choudhary, Head, AMD & four scientists of the Institute (Dr. B. M. Nandede, Dr. Chetan Sawant, Dr. Ramesh Sahni and Dr. Dilip Pawar) […]

Central Goat Research Institute, Makhdu in Celebration of 44th Foundation Day

Dated at Central Goat Research Institute, Makhdu Celebration of 44th Foundation Day of the Institute on 12.07.2023 celebrated . The program was presided over by the chief guest Dr.Manmohan Singh Chauhan, Vice Chancellor, Godvand Ballabh Pant Kriti and Technology, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand and Dr. P.K. Raut, assistant Director General, Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi, […]

Central Goat Research Institute, Makhdoom World Goat Day Celebrated on August 21, 2023

World Goat Day was celebrated by the Central Goat Research Institute, Makhdu on 21st August, 2023 at the institute. Dr. Habibar Rahman, Regional Representative, South Asia International Poultry Research Institute and Former Deputy Director General, (Poultry Science), Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi, Chief Guest of the event, in the inaugural session of the […]

Scientist-Students Interactions Meet Cum Institute Visit

A group of 47 students of B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture VI semester along with one faculty members from Rajasthan College of Agriculture, MPUA&T, Udaipur, Rajasthan visited at ICAR-CISH Lucknow on 11th August, 2023. Students were apprised about the institute and its divisions like crop improvements and biotechnology, fruit production, protection and post harvest technology. The role […]

Scientist-Students Interaction Cum Field Visit

A group of 60 students of B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture VI semester along with four faculty members from Chandrabhanu Gupta Agriculture Post Graduate College of Lucknow University, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh visited at ICAR-CISH Lucknow on 10th August, 2023. The importance of fruits and vegetables in food and nutritional security was discussed. Students were apprised of newly […]

Training Cum Farmers Visit 9th August, 2023

A group of 25 farmers from Babina block of Jhansi district of Uttar Pradesh visited ICAR-CISH Lucknow on 9th August, 2023. Farmers were made aware of technological interventions in horticultural production for improving production and farmers’ income. High density plantations in mango and guava for enhancing productivity and fruit quality per unit area were discussed. […]

Research Advisory Committee Meeting

Twenty seventh meeting of Research Advisory Committee ( RAC ) of the Institute was convened during July 12-13, 2023 at the institute under the chairmanship of Dr. N. Kumar, Former Vice Chancellor, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The RAC Members, Dr. Jai Singh (Ex. Director, ICAR-CIPHET, and Ludhiana), Dr. Ambika B. Gaikwad (Principal […]

Visit of German Delegate to ICAR-CISH

FAO counselor, Mrs. Bayer from embassy of Federal Republic of Germany, Visited ICAR, CISH Lucknow on 10th and 11th July 2023. The Counselor was welcomed by Dr. T. damodaran, Director ICAR-CISH, Lucknow. later Mrs. Bayer visited farmers field and mango orchard of Malihabad and interacted with local farmers along with Dr. Maneesh mishra Principal Scientist […]

ICAR-ATARI Ludhiana Organized ARYA Annual Review Workshop on 10 August 2023

The annual review workshop of the ARYA project was online organised on 10 August 2023 by the ICAR ATARI Ludhiana. The project coordinators of all the ten ARYA KVKs participated in this workshop along with the KVK scientists/ SMSs associated in ARYA project under various enterprises. The workshop was attended by 32 participants as per […]

Ludhiana Organized a Review-cum-Action Plan Workshop under the Technology Demonstration Component of National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture (TDC-NICRA) Project at Krishi Vigyan Kendra

ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana organized a Review-cum-Action Plan Workshop under the Technology Demonstration Component of National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture (TDC-NICRA) project at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kathua (Jammu & Kashmir) on 12-13 August 2023. A total of 35 Scientists from 17 KVKs of Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh participated, and deliberated upon […]

World Intellectual Property day

ICAR CIRG celebrated World intellectual property day under the chairmanship of Director Dr. Manish K Chatli with Guest speaker Dr. Vidisha Garg, IP expert, Anand and Anand. The event was attended by all the Scientists and staff of CIRG. Arranged by ITMU section, CIRG, Mathura. We also thank Dr. Neeru Bhooshan ma’am ADG (IPTM) for […]

Program of 100th National Scientific Goat Farming Training

Popular MP of Mathura district and famous nurse of the country Central Goat Research Center will be the star Smt. Hema Manali Brand ambassador of the organization Running at Central Goat Research Institute, Makhdoom 07 100th day of National Scientific Goat Farming Training Closing Program on 04.06.2023 Chief Guest  Member of Parliament Mrs. Hema Manali […]

ICAR-CICR Holds Pre-Kharif Kisan Sammelan for Awareness of Technologies and Best Practices for Enhancing Cotton Productivity

ICAR-Central Institute for Cotton Research (CICR), organized “Pre-Kharif Kisan Sammelan” for awareness of technologies and best practices for enhancing cotton productivity” under Development Action Plan for Scheduled cast (DAPSC) on 19 th May, 2023 at ICAR-CICR campus, Nagpur. Dr. C.D. Mayee, Former Chairman ASRB, New Delhi graced the event as Chief Guest. In inaugural address, […]

ICAR-CICR celebrated International Day of Yoga on 21st June, 2023

ICAR-Central Institute for Cotton Research (ICAR-CICR), Nagpur has observed the International Day of Yoga on 21st June 2023 on institute premises. In the year 2023, the theme of the yoga was Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam with the domestic tagline Har Aangan Yog. All the staff of the institute have participated and performed the Yogasanas under the guidance of […]

Nutri Garden for Sustainable Nutrition for Human Health

Capacity building & demonstration of horticultural crops training on ‘Nutri Garden for sustainable nutrition for human health’ was organized under DAPST. Distributed improved vegetable seedlings & seeds packet to tribal women of Bhivapur taluka, Nagpur. ,ICAR-CICR, Nagpur on 22.06.2023. Read more: https://cicr.org.in/events/

ICAR-CIWA, Bhubaneswar Celebrated International Day of Yoga 2023

Yoga” has been derived from Sanskrit that means to join or to unite, symbolizing the union of body and mind. Yoga is an invaluable ancient Indian practice with numerous benefits to both physical and mental health. It not only unites our body, mind and soul but it is a panacea that prevents and cures ailments, […]

Enriching Women Entrepreneurship through Custom Hiring Centre

The promotion of women entrepreneurship programme was taken up in Srirampur village of Balipatana block under Khordha District through establishment of Custom Hiring Centres.Under the banner of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, the inauguration of two custom hiring centres was organized on 9th June 2023 with two Women Self Help Groups (WSHGs) under Scheduled Caste Sub […]

ICAR–CIWA Inaugurated Custom Hiring Centre (CHC) on Food Grain Processing for enterprise development for SC Women in Kadua Village of Satyabadi block

ICAR – Central Institute for Women in Agriculture (CIWA) established a custom hiring center (CHC) at Kadua village, Satyabadi Block of Puri District for socio-economic upliftment of scheduled caste (SC) women farmers. The CHC was formally inaugurated by Dr. Mridula Devi, Director, ICAR – CIWA, Bhubaneswar on 18th May, 2023 under the Scheduled Caste Sub […]

Exposure visit of B. Sc. (Agriculture) students of College of Agriculture & Research Station, Kanpa, Mahasamund (C.G.) at ICAR-CIWA on 16.05.2023

Exposure visit of B.Sc. (Agriculture) 3rd year students of School of College of Agriculture & Research Station, Kanpa, Mahasamund (C.G.) was organized at ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar, Odisha on 16th May, 2023. A total of 15 students along with three faculty members participated in the exposure visit. Dr. Ankita Sahu, Scientist welcomed […]

Review Meeting by Mr. Kailash Chaudhary, Hon’ble Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare at ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar on 15th May 2023

Shri Kailash Choudhary Ji, Hon’ble Union Minister of States for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare visited ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar on 15th May, 2023 for a Review Meeting. At the outset, Dr. Mridula Devi, Director, ICAR-CIWA welcomed the Minister and all the invited delegates. In her welcome address, she narrated the role played […]

ICAR- CIWA Organized Awareness & Training Programme on Gender Mainstreaming through Government Schemes in Animal Husbandry sector for empowering Farm Women Under SCSP Programme on 09.08.2023

An awareness programme cum training programme under the project “Gender mainstreaming through Government schemes in Animal Husbandry sector for empowering farm women” was organized at Srirampur village of Balipatna Block by ICAR-CIWA on 09.08.2023. Dr. Biswanath Sahoo, Principal Scientist, ICAR-CIWA discussed with the participants of women farmers associated with farmer producer organisation (FPO), Maheera, Balipatna […]

Inspiring Women Entrepreneurship through Custom Hiring Centre

The strengthening of women entrepreneurship programme was taken up in Gobardhanpur village of Itipur Panchayat under Khordha District through establishment of Custom Hiring Centre (CHC).Under the Banner of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, the inauguration of a Custom Hiring Centre was organized on 14 July 2023 with Aradhya SHG (WSHG) under Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) […]

ICAR-CIWA Licensed “Women Friendly Multipurpose Integrated Vertical Nutri-Farming System (IVNFS) for Vegetable Production with Mushroom and Poultry” technology to Centrifugal Products, Valsad, Gujarat

The cultivable land for agriculture is shrinking due to increase in population pressure, urbanization and industrial growth. The livelihood of rural families is centered on agriculture and allied activities and in the villages of eastern India most of the households possess a small piece of land besides their home. To ensure dietary diversity and household […]

Technical Excursion of Agricultural Ministers of G 20 Nations to ICAR-Indian Institute of Millets Research, Hyderabad on 17 June 2023

The Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi’s declared and dedicated ICAR – Indian Institute of Millets Research, Hyderabad as Global Centre of Excellence on Millets (Shree Anna). As part of the 3-day G20 meeting of Agricultural Ministers at Hyderabad, a technical excursion of Agricultural Ministers of G 20 countries was held at ICAR-Indian Institute of […]

Mission Life Style for Environment (life) and Millets 7th June 2023

Nehru Yuva Kendra, Ranga Reddy, District, Telangana, State, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Spots, Govt. of India, Conducted the awareness programme on “Mission life style for Environment (life) and millets” in Siddhartha Institute of Engineering and Technology, at Ibrahim patnam, Ranga Reddy, Hyderabad on 7th June 2023. Over 300 youths are attended to this programme. […]

Visit of Dr Soumya Swaminathan, Chairperson MSSRF on 13th July 2023

ICAR- Indian Institute of Millets Research, Hyderabad is very happy to receive and host Dr Soumya Swaminathan, Chairman MSSRF (M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, Chennai), today. The main purpose of the visit was to gain insight of the competencies and technologies that IIMR has developed over the period on millet value chain. Dr. Sowmya visited the […]

Launch of Millet exclusive Millet Marvels Restaurant at RGI Airport on 26th July 2023

Millet Marvels – a start-up incubated at Nutrihub, ICAR-IIMR; and GMR Hyderabad International Airport Ltd., in association with the Indian Institute of Millets Research (ICAR-IIMR) & Nutrihub; announced the launch of the first of its kind millet exclusive Millet Marvels Restaurant in an airport, at the RGI Airport, today. The Restaurant was formally inaugurated by […]

Innovative Kulaghar Farmer of Goa Shri Sanjay Anant Patil Nominated by ICAR-CCARI, Goa Conferred with IARI –Innovative Farmer Award 2023

Shri Sanjay Anant Patil (58), an innovative farmer from Goa has been conferred with the coveted IARI –Innovative Farmer Award 2023 by the ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) New Delhi for his outstanding contributions to Natural Farming and zero-energy micro-irrigation system. He received the award at the hands of Shri Kailash Choudhary, Hon’ble Union Minister […]

ICAR-CCARI Goa celebrated its 34th Foundation Day 1st April 2023

The ICAR – Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Old Goa, Goa celebrated its 34th Foundation Day on 1st April 2023. As a Chief Guest, Dr. Suresh Kumar Chaudhari, Hon’ble DDG (NRM), ICAR, New Delhi, graced the occasion. In his remarks, he congratulated the Institute for its achievements and urged it to keep up the research and development […]

ICAR- CCARI, Goa Organized a Campaign on Soil Health Management @ Mission Life 18 May, 2023

ICAR–Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute (CCARI), Goa and ICAR–Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), North Goa organized a campaign on soil health management on 18 May, 2023 under Mission Lifestyle for Environment to encourage sustainable life styles. Dr. Gopal Mahajan, Senior Scientist (Soil Scientist) briefed the audience about the importance of soil health in sustainable agriculture.  He further emphasized […]

Country Representative – India, IWMI, Dr. A. K. Sikka visits ICAR-CCARI, Goa

Country Representative-India, International Water Management Institute (IWMI), Sri Lanka and Former Deputy Director General (NRM), ICAR, Dr. A. K. Sikka visited ICAR-CCARI, Goa on 20 July 2023. Dr. A. K. Sikka was received and welcomed by ICAR-CCARI team, which was followed by an Interaction Meet with the scientists of the Institute and SMS, KVK, North […]

ICAR CCARI Goa Celebrated International Day of Yoga -21 June 2023

The entire world started observing and celebrating International Day of Yoga with the appeal of our Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji and upon declaration of 21st June as an International Day of Yoga by the United Nation General Assembly in December 2014. ICAR CCARI Goa has, very enthusiastically, celebrated International Day of Yoga […]

S. Gurmeet Singh Khuddian, Cabinet Minister interacts with students at Vet Varsity Also Launched the Plantation Drive 5 th August 2023

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana organized an interaction session of S. Gurmeet Singh Khuddian, Cabinet Minister, Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Animal Husbandry, Fisheries and Dairy Development, Food Processing, Punjab and a large number of students of vet varsity. This interaction came out of the mutual thinking of S. Gurmeet Singh Khuddian […]

14TH Installment Released to Farmers Under PM Kisan Scheme on 27.07.2023

The Prime Minister of India Sh. Narendra Modi laid the cornerstone for several development projects and dedicated them to the nation in a public ceremony which was held in Sikar, Rajasthan, on July 27, 2023. The Prime Minister has dedicated 1.25 lakh PM Kisan Samriddhi Kendras (PMKSKs) to the country, which is a big move […]

ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana organized a Review-cum-Action Plan Workshop under the Technology Demonstration Component of National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture 12-13 August 2023

ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana organized a Review-cum-Action Plan Workshop under the Technology Demonstration Component of National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture (TDC-NICRA) project at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kathua (Jammu & Kashmir) on 12-13 August 2023. A total of 35 Scientists from 17 KVKs of Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh participated, and deliberated upon […]

ICAR- ATARI, Ludhiana Organized Annual Workshop of KVKs of Zone-I at Uttaranchal University, Dehradun from 26-28 June 2023

ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Ludhiana in collaboration with GBPUA&T, Pantnagar organized three days Annual Zonal KVK Workshop-2023 at Uttaranchal University, Dehradun during 26-28 June 2023. This workshop aimed at reviewing the progress report and finalizing the action plan for 72 KVKs in Punjab, HP, Uttarakhand, J&K and Ladakh. More than 250 delegates including […]

15th Foundation Day Celebrated for ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), 19th March 2023, Kanpur

The 15th Foundation Day celebration was organized at ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI) Zone-III, Kanpur. In his address, Honorable Chief Guest Prof. Vinay Kumar Pathak, Vice-Chancellor, CSJMU, Kanpur emphasized that this century is about skill, and along with a degree, skill is very important. He said that agriculture is not limited to any one […]

Celebration of World Environmental Day at ICAR-CAZRI, RRS,Pali Marwar 5th June 2023

The ICAR-CAZRI, Regional Research Station-Pali, celebrated the ‘World Environment Day on 5th June 2023 on Mission LiFE., Lifestyle for environment. A total of 20 participant including the institute’s scientific, technical, supporting staff and contractual labour staff attended the programme. The tree planting program was initiated by planting of 25 trees with four different tree species […]

World Environment Day Celebration at ICAR- ICAR-Central Arid Zone Research Institute

ICAR-CAZRI celebrated June 5, 2023 as the World Environment Day to create the sovereign awareness about the UNEP’s theme “Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment)”. The celebration comprised three important programs; Tree plantation at the CAZRI campus and two lecture sessions. In the morning session, Dr. N.V. Patil, Director (officiating), Nodal officer of the program, Dr. […]

International Year of Millets 2023 and ICAR@100 Celebrated in the Bajra Heartland

International Year of Millets was celebrated through a Scientist-Farmers’ Interface Meeting at Utambar village (Balesar tehsil, Jodhpur district) on 16 May 2023 under SCSP in which 52 farmers and farm women participated. Dr. B.L. Manjunatha delivered a lecture on the importance of millets cultivated in arid and semi-arid regions of the country in the context […]

Vet Varsity Flagged-Off Truckloads of Silage for Flood Relief 1st August 2023

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana flagged-off two truckloads of flood relief in the form of silage (fodder) to the flood affected areas. Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Vice Chancellor stated that apart from providing quality education, the University is also actively involved in social causes. While appreciating the efforts of the staff and […]

Vet Varsity Demonstrates Packaging Machinery Under Farmer FIRST Project 17July 2023

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana organized ‘Method demonstration and training camp’ on value addition of milk for farmers of Village Hamidi under ICAR sponsored Farmer FIRST Project. Under the leadership of Dr. P.S. Brar, Director of Extension Education-cum-Nodal Officer of Farmer FIRST Project, and Dr. Parminder Singh, Principal Investigator, this innovative […]

XXI NAVS Convocation-Cum-Scientific Convention Concludes With Message to Improve Productivity of Dairy Animals 2 nd July 2023

The Convocation-cum-Scientific Convention on “Strategies for enhancing Productivity of Dairy Animals” jointly organized by Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana and the National Academy of Veterinary Sciences (India) came to a successful conclusion today with an impactful valedictory function. The valedictory function was graced by Dr. O P Chaudhary, Joint Secretary (AW), […]

Vet Varsity organizes XXI National Academy of Veterinary Sciences Convocation-cum-Scientific Convention 1st July 2023

A two-day Convocation-cum-Scientific Convention on “Strategies for enhancing productivity of Dairy Animals” jointly organized by Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana and National Academy of Veterinary Sciences (India) (NAVS), has been inaugurated on July 1, 2023. The chief guest of the inaugural function was Shri Parshottam Rupala, Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry […]

S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian, Cabinet Minister Visits Vet Varsity 24 June 2023

S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian, cabinet minister of Punjab for Agriculture and Farmers‘ Welfare, Animal Husbandry Fisheries & Dairy Development and Food Processing paid a maiden visit to Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana. On this occasion Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Vice-Chancellor of the University said that the University is constantly striving for the […]

Vet Varsity inaugurates Meat Products Sale outlet 22June 2023

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana, started a sale point for processed meat and egg products near Hatchery Unit of GADVASU in PAU Campus. Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Vice Chancellor, GADVASU, while inaugurating the sale outlet asserted that this sale point is one of the significant efforts of the university in providing […]

Vet Varsity Introduces New Degree to Educate Professional Skills last Date to Apply is 25th of August 2023

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana unveiled an innovative and transformative educational initiative,set to reshape the landscape of agricultural education and entrepreneurship. The university introduced the Bachelor of Vocation (B.Voc.) programme in Integrated Farming and Entrepreneurship, a ground breaking curriculum that merges sustainable farming practices with entrepreneurial skills. In a world grappling […]

Van Mohotsav Celebrated, 4000 New Trees Planted in Nauni Campus 4 August 2023

Van Mahotsav was celebrated at the university in the month of July. The event was part of the afforestation campaign being run at the university for the past one month under which over 4000 trees covering 12-13 hectares were planted in the university campus. In addition, the regional horticultural research and training stations along with […]

Mushroom Queen of Himalayas’ shares Agripreneurship Journey with Students

A special talk by Dr. Hiresha Verma, renowned mushroom entrepreneur and CEO of Han Agrocare and Hiressa’s Multiverse was held for the faculty and students. She shared her journey about starting her enterprise with Rs 2000 and how the company has now grown into an enterprise that is expected to record a turnover of over […]

Farmers Get Tips on High-Density Apple Plantations During Apple Day

To celebrate the 117th birth anniversary of Dr YS Pammar, the university organized an apple day at the university where over 150 progressive farmers from Shimla, Solan and Sirmaur districts participated. The event showcased the high-density apple plantations and technologies developed by the university. Dr. DP Sharma, HOD Department of Fruit Science and the scientists of the […]

Tributes Paid to Dr. YS Parmar on 117th Birth Anniversary

Rich tributes were paid to the architect of modern Himachal Pradesh and the first Chief Minister Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar on his 117th birth anniversary at Dr. YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry (UHF), Nauni. The event began with the university officials and staff paying floral tributes to the visionary leader whose efforts led […]

2-Days Training Programme on “Introductory Course on Basics of Food Analysis & Instrumentation”

Date: 17th-18th May 2023 Last date of receipt of application: 16th May 2023 Venue: Conference Room, ICAR-IIHR, Hesaraghatta lake post, Bengaluru-560089 Course Director: Dr. Shamina Azeez Course Co-Director: Dr. M. Arivalagan, Dr. Pritee Singh, Dr. A.N. Lokesha Course Co-ordinators: Dr. M.V. Dhananjaya, Dr. Venkatt Kumar BESST-HORT Training Associates: Mr. Shyam Kumar, Mrs. Mamatha, Mrs. Manjula, […]

“Training on Application of Food Additives in Fruit & Vegetable Processing”

Date: 07th June 2023 Last date for application: 06th June 2023 Time of Training: 9.30 am to 5.30 pm Venue:-Committee room, ICAR-IIHR Course Director: Dr. Pushpa Chethan Kumar, Sr. Scientist, Division of PHT & AE Course Co-Director: Dr. Ranjitha K, Senior Scientist, Division of PHT & AE Course Co-Ordinators: Dr. M.V. Dhananjaya, CEO, BESST-HORT, ICAR-IIHR […]

Training Programme on Advances in Production Technologies & Seed Production in Papaya

Training Programme on “Advances in production technologies & seed production in papaya” 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. […]

Vet Varsity Celebrates 77th Independence Day August 15 2023

77th Independence Day was celebrated at Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana with great enthusiasm Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Vice–Chancellor, hoisted the National Flag in the University premises. Dr. Singh, firstly paid rich tributes to all those who fought for the country’s freedom. He said that we all must remember and salute them. […]

Planting of Tree Sapling & Inaguration of Biosafety Level II laboratory (BSL-II) and Mushroom Spawn (Seed) Production unit by Sushri Shobha karandlaje, Hon’ble Union minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Govt. of India

Planting of tree sapling by Sushri Shobha Karandlaje, Hon’ble Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Govt. of India along with Hon’ble Vice- Chancellor Dr. Anupam Mishra, CAU (I) and Pu. Lalrinsanga, Agriculture Minister, Govt. of Mizoram on 12th July 2023 at C.V.Sc & A.H., CAU (I), Selesih, Aizawl, Mizoram. Inaguration of Biosafety […]

Central Agricultural University, Imphal in Collaboration with ICAR RC for NEH Region, Deen Dayal Research Institute -New Delhi, ICAR ATARI Zone –VI, Guwahati, ICAR ATARI Zone –VII, Umiam, Meghalaya and NABARD, kick started the 1st North East FPO and Associated Investors’ Conclave24 th June 2023

Central Agricultural University, Imphal in Collaboration with ICAR RC for NEH Region, Deendayal Research Institute -New Delhi, ICAR ATARI Zone –VI, Guwahati, ICAR ATARI Zone –VII, Umiam, Meghalaya and NABARD, kick started the 1st North East FPO and Associated Investors’ Conclave 2023 at College of Post-Graduate Studies in Agricultural Sciences, Umiam on 24.06.2023. Dr. Ampareen […]

On Farm Conservation of Mango Varieties Through Community Based Organization

Overview: Traditional varieties in diversity rich orchards of Malihabad getting eroded. Lack of knowledge, limited interest in non commercial varieties and diversity wealth and conservation and its socio-economic and ecological community. Low priority for the sale of non commercial mango varieties. Absence of local institutions for on-farm conservation. Absence of nurseries for non commercial mango […]

ICAR-CISH_Participation in State level Fruit, Vegetable and Flower Show – 2023 organized at Rajbhawan, Lucknow (February 17-20, 2023)

Directorate of Horticulture and Food Processing, Lucknow organized four days (February 17-20, 2023) Fruit, Vegetable and Flower Show at Raj Bhawan, Lucknow. Scientists and Technical Officer of ICAR-CISH participated and showcased institute technologies. Show was inaugurated by Honourable Governor of Uttar Pradesh Smt. Anandi Ben Patel and Honourable Chief Minister Shri Aditya Nath Yogi Oon […]

Participation in Farmers Fair & Agro Industrial Exhibition organized by ANDU Agriculture & Technology Kumarganj Ayodhya (March 17-18, 2023)

Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya organized two days (March 17-18, 2023) Farmers Fair & Agro- Industrial Exhibition on the theme Millet crop production and Value-added products at Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology Kumarganj, Ayodhya. Scientist and Technical Officer of ICAR-CISH participated and showcased institute technologies. The show […]

Field Visit Cum Scientist-Students Interaction 31st March, 2023

A group of 33 students of B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture VI semester along with two faculty members from Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh visited at ICAR-CISH Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh on 31st March, 2023 The role of soil nutrient and water management, precision farming protocols, abiotic stresses, insect and disease control measures, post […]

DG ICAR Inaugurated Technology Demonstration Park at ICAR-CISH Telibag Campus, Lucknow

Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Director General, Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR) and Secretary, DARE visited ICAR-CISH Telibagh Campus and inaugurated Technology Park’ by planting the first plant of climate resilient mango hybrid CISH-Arunika and salt tolerant rootstock of mango cv. Sagarika. The Director of the Institute Dr. T. Damodaran, elaborated the need of technology park […]

DG ICAR Interacts With Farmers /Stakeholders to Address 14th April, 2023Their Issues and Promote Mango Exports

The Institute organized a Scientist-Farmer-Stakeholder interaction meeting on 14th April, 2023 under the Chairmanship of Secretary DARE and Director General, Indian Council of Agricultural Research Dr. Himanshu Pathak. A large number of mango farmers, Farmer Producing Companies, Community Based organization, Exporters, Traders and Industry personnel attended the meeting. Dr. T. Damodaran, Director, ICAR-CISH informed that […]

Training Program on ‘Fish Processing and Value Added Products 21st to 27th April, 2023

ICAR-CIFE organized a training programme from 21st to 27th April, 2023 on “Fish Processing and Value-added products” in collaboration with Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority, Navi Mumbai. Dr. A. K. Balange, Principal Scientist, FRHPHM and Principal Investigator, ABI, ICAR-CIFE, welcomed the gathering and briefed about the training program. The six days training programme covered different aspects […]

Awareness Programme on ‘Seaweed Value Added Products 13th April, 2023

Venue : Value added Fish products preparation unit, Kolambe, Ratnagiri, Maharashtra Date : 13th April, 2023 Report: Awareness Programme on ‘Seaweed value added products’ was conducted at Value added Fish products preparation unit, Kolambe, Ratnagiri, Maharashtra on 13th April, 2023. It was organized by Agri Business Incubation (ABI) Center, ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai for women self help […]

Ornamental fish Culture and Aquarium Management 18 – 25 August 2023

Eligibility No special qualification or prior knowledge is required to attend the skill development program. Anyone who can read and write English and Hindi and has an interest to learn is eligible to attend. All applications duly forwarded by the Head of the Institution (not required in case of private candidates) should be sent to […]

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor CAU Imphal Dr Anupam Mishra and Pujya Kadsiddheshwer Swamiji, Kanerimath Kolhapur (MS) called on Hon’ble Governor of Manipur Ms. Anusuiya Uikey at Raj Bhawan, Imphal on 11th August, 2023.

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor CAU Imphal Dr Anupam Mishra and Pujya Kadsiddheshwer Swamiji, Kanerimath Kolhapur (MS) called on Hon’ble Governor of Manipur Ms. Anusuiya Uikey at Raj Bhawan, Imphal on 11th August, 2023. Read more: https://cau.ac.in/honble-vice-chancellor-cau-imphal-dr-anupam-mishra-and-pujya-kadsiddheshwer-swamiji-kanerimath-kolhapur-ms-called-on-honble-governor-of-manipur-ms-anusuiya-uikey-at-raj-bhawan-imphal-o/

“One-day Workshop cum Demonstration on Live Feed Culture” in collaboration with Maharashtra Aquaculture Farmer’s Association on 14th June 2023

ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai conducted a Workshop cum Demonstration on Live Feed Culture on 14th June 2023. Welcoming all, Dr. N. P. Sahu, Joint Director, ICAR-CIFE highlighted the indispensable nature of partnership among research academia-ornamental industries for further development in fisheries through capacity buildings and customized R & D programme. He also highlighted […]

Shielding Plant Health with Innovative Management Strategies 12 May 2023

The Department of Plant Pathology, BAC Sabour organized a workshop on “Shielding Plant Health with Innovative Management Strategies” to commemorate the International Day of Plant Health Management on 12th May 2023. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. D. R. Singh, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of the university, and Dr. S. N. Singh, the Principal of BAC Sabour. […]

Agriculture Promotion Will Get a Boost in the State: Agriculture Minister, Bihar

In the context of climate change, the Bihar government will lay emphasis on need-based augmentation of the current cropping pattern. Data will be collected from each district of the state regarding the adoption of agricultural methods suited to the current season and an independent action plan will be prepared for each district and its implementation […]

Environmental Protection and Awareness 6 th June 2023

Parthenium eradication and beat plastic campaign was carried out at 6 AM in the morning on the second day (6th June) of the One week workshop on “Environmental Protection and Awareness (EPA-2023)” during 5th – 11th June, 2023. Students from BAC & CABT, Sabour, faculty members and children of Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya, Sabour participated […]

On occasion of world environment day on 5 th June 2023

On occasion of world environment day on 5 th June 2023, College of Agricultural Biotechnology, Sabour organized a plantation programme in front of the area of PG Lab-2. Dr. R. P. Sharma, Dean (Agriculture) and Dr. N. Chattopadhyaya, Prinicpal, CABT, Sabour were the chief guest of the programme. Faculties of MBGE/CABT and the students of […]

One week (05-11th June 2023) Workshop on Environmental Protection and Awareness

One week (05-11th June 2023) workshop on environmental protection and awareness was inaugurated today on 5th June 2023 on the occasion of world environment day under the chairmanship of hon’ble Vice Chancellor BAU, Sabour and chief guest Dr. S. K. Choudhary, Former Dean, Faculty of Science, TMBU, Bhagalpur. The programme started with the Jal Arpan by the […]

26th ZREAC Meeting Organized at Bihar Agricultural College, Sabour 11 Aug 2023

The 26th Zonal Research Extension Advisory Committee Meeting (ZREAC) for Rabi season for Zone III was organized today at Bihar Agricultural College, Sabour. The inaugural address was delivered by Dr. Ajay Kumar Sah, Dean (Agriculture), BAU, Sabour. He explained the importance of farmer participation in framing the research objectives of the university, which was possible […]

Training Cum Capacity Building Programme on “Inland Fisheries Management” organized by ICAR-CIFRI Barrackpore 10th July, 2023

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute conducted a 7-day training-cum-capacity building programme on ‘Inland Fisheries Management’ during 4-10 July 2023, for the fish farmers of Rohtas district of Bihar. 30 fish farmers including 21 women fish farmers along with one fisheries development officer attended the training program. The training program was sponsored by Directorate of Fisheries, […]

ICAR-CIFRI Extended Support to Augment Fish Production in Floodplain wetlands of North 24 Parganas and Nadia District of West Bengal Barrackpore 14th July, 2023

ICAR-CIFRI extended help to the SC community to sustain the livelihood through in-situ fish seed raising and culture-based fisheries (CBF) in 3 floodplain wetlands: Kumli and Khalsi wetland from Nadia district and Chomordaha wetland from North 24 Parganas of West Bengal. On July 13 and 14, 2023, ICAR-CIFRI provided 1 ton fish feed each to […]

ICAR-CIFRI Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Himalayan University, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh Barrackpore 10th July, 2023

ICAR-Central inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore signs Memorandum of understanding with Himalayan University, Jollong, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh on 10 July, 2023 at Barrackpore, Kolkata, west Bengal. Dr. Kuldeep k Sharma, Vice Chancellor, Himalayan University, Itanagar (State Private University of Arunachal Pradesh) and Dr. B. K. Das, Director, ICAR- Central inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore signed […]

ICAR-CIFRI Awarded Progressive Fish Farmers on National Fish Farmers’ Day, 2023@ Azadi ka Amrit Mohotsav Barrackpore 10th July, 2023

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (CIFRI), a premier Institute celebrated “National Fish Farmers Day” at its Headquarters at Barrackpore, Kolkata on 10th July 2023. National fish farmers’ day is celebrated on 10th July to commemorate the stupendous achievement of induced breeding technique, which is contemplated as the torchbearer of ‘First Blue Revolution’ in India. Prof. […]

ICAR-CIFRI organised Ranching cum Awareness Program at Patna Raj Ghat, Patna, Bihar,30 th June, 2023

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI), Barrackpore organized ‘National Ranching Programme-2023’ under Namami Gange Programme at Patna for fish conservation and restoration of river Ganga. Till date more than 88 lakhs of fishes have been ranched under the ICAR-CIFRI-NMCG project in different riverine stretch of river Ganga flowing through Indian states. In continuation of this, […]

Mahseer Fingerlings Released in the River Ganga at Devaprayag by ICAR-CIFRI. Devprayag,15 th June, 2023

Under National Ranching programme for conservation and restoration of fishes of the Ganga river 10,000 Mahsheer fish fingerlings released into the Ganga river at Devprayag, by ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute. Advance size fingerlings Mahsheer fishes were ranched in the august presence of Shradhey Acharya Balakrishna ji, Vice Chancellor, Patanjali University, and Co Founder Patanjali […]

NAIF- Agri Business Incubation Centre sponsored Skill Development Training Program on Freshwater Pearl Culture From 21st to 23rd June, 2023

Division of Aquaculture, ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai conceptualized and conducted a Skill Development Training Programme (SDP) on “Freshwater Pearl Culture” from 21st to 23rd June, 2023, coordinated by Dr Upasana Sahoo and Dr Paramita Banerjee Sawant. The mainstay of the market in pearls in India is sustained by the foreign export from China. […]

Skill Development Programme on “Fish and Prawn Farming June 13th to June 27th, 2023.

The Aquaculture Division of ICAR-CIFE organized a Skill development program titled “Fish and Prawn Farming” from June 13th to June 27th, 2023. This program, spanning 15 days, was sponsored by National Agriculture Innovation Fund – Agri Business Incubation (ABI) of ICAR-CIFE. Dr. Sukham Munilkumar, Principal Scientist & Former HoD, led the training, with coordination from […]

Report on Sensitisation Workshop on AR-VR Modules (5-7 July 2023, ICAR-CIFE)

The Sensitisation Workshop on Augmented Reality (AR) – Virtual Reality (VR) Modules for students was conducted, in a blended learning mode, during 5 – 7 July 2023 at the ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education (ICAR-CIFE), Mumbai. The Workshop was jointly organized by ICAR-CIFE and ICAR-IASRI, under the leadership of Dr. C.N. Ravishankar, Director and Dr. […]

Celebration of National Fish Farmers Day-2023 at ICAR-CIFE Kolkata Centre and Regional Research & Training Centre (RRTC), Motipur, Bihar

National Fish Farmers’ Day-2023 at ICAR-CIFE, Kolkata Centre National Fish Farmers Day-2023 was celebrated at ICAR-CIFE, Kolkata Centre where fish farmers from different parts of West Bengal participated. In the inaugural session, Dr. G.H. Pailan, Officer-in-Charge, ICAR-CIFE, Kolkata Centre welcomed all dignitaries, farmers, and highlighted the significance of this particular day. Dr. Sujan Chakraborty, Former […]

“World Wetlands Day” celebrated by College of Renewable Energy and Environmental Engineering

‘ Banas Eco Club ‘ is functioning at the College of Renewable Energy and Environmental Engineering owned by the University in collaboration with the  State Level Nodal Agency “GIR” Foundation , Gandhinagar under the “National Green Corps ” Scheme under the Environment Protection Program of the Ministry of Environment , Forest and Climate Change , Government of India .  Good for environment conservation and spreading […]

36 Volunteers of Rashtriya Seva Yojana Participated in a Three-day Nature education Camp Organized by Jamwala Range, Sasangir Forest Department.

36 volunteers of Rashtriya Seva Yojana of Sardarkrishnagar Dantiwada Agricultural University-run College of Science and Humanities participated in a three-day nature education camp organized by Jamwala Range, Sasangir Forest Department. This three-day education camp is organized by the forest department of Gir forest every year in the month of December and January to create awareness among […]

Electric Vehicle Design and Development” 3-day Hands-on-training Program February 15, 2023

A 3-day hands-on-training program on “Electric Vehicle Design and Development” was organized by the College of Renewable Energy and Environmental Engineering of Sardarkrishnagar Dantiwada Agricultural University on February 15-17, 2023 at Sardarkrishnagar. A large number of students, professors, research scientists and employees of the college enthusiastically participated in the program.             At the beginning of the […]

A program was Held on the Importance of Grains for Prevention of Malnutrition in Kakwada village

On the occasion of International Year of Cereals – 2023, a Nutrition Education Program and Nutrition Rally on “Importance of Cereals for Balanced Diet and Prevention of Malnutrition” was organized at Kakwada village of Amirgarh Taluka on 22/02/2023. The program was organized as a joint initiative of Department of Animal Nutrition and Community Science, Dantiwada Agricultural […]

A one-day Webinar on “Application of Renewable Energy Technologies in Agriculture” was organized by College of Renewable Energy and Environmental Engineering and All India Agricultural Students Association January 2, 2023

A one-day webinar on “ Application of Renewable Energy Technologies in Agriculture ”  was organized by   the College of Renewable Energy and Environmental Engineering of Sardarkrishnagar Dantiwada Agricultural University and All India Agricultural Students Association    on 02/01/2023 at Sardarkrishnagar. A large number of professors, research scientists and legislators from various colleges of Gujarat State Agricultural University enthusiastically participated in the Sadar program. […]

Capacity Building for Women Farmers for Advancement through Ergonomic Techniques in Farming Training

Under the aegis of All India Coordinated Agricultural Women’s Research Projects ICAR, Agricultural Women’s Institute, Bhubaneshwar Directorate of Research, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur Capacity building training for laborious alternatives in agricultural activities Two days training Dated 17.05.2023 18.05.2023 Gomana Village, Block Chhoti Saddi, District Pratapgarh Rajasthan Done. A total of 30 […]

Agriculture University’s Participation in Inflation Relief Camp

Udaipur: On June 3, scientists from Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur participated in the Inflation Relief Camp program at village Ghati in newly formed district Salumber. Raghuveer Singh Meena, former Member of Parliament, Udaipur, came as the chief guest in this program and urged the villagers to make maximum use of the […]

Concluding Ceremony of “World Milk Day” week at Constituent College of Dairy & Food Technology, MPUAT and The Last Day of the Event Global Dairy Industry

A National Seminar on Global Dairy Industry Opportunities and Challenges was organized at MPUAT’s constituent College of Dairy and Food Technology, concluding ceremony of “World Milk Day” week and on the last day of the event. The National Seminar was attended by eminent national speakers like Dr. Ajit Kumar Karnataka, MPUAT Vice Chancellor Mr. Vijay […]

One Day Workshop and Samvad on Minor Millets in DoR, MPUAT

Udaipur June 8, Regular consumption of small grains can keep away from diseases and medicines” Dr. Ajit Kumar, Vice Chancellor, Agricultural University, Karnataka said these words while expressing his views in the dialogue “Mainstreaming Minor Millets into Food System”. He was the chief guest in this dialogue program organized with the aim of promoting small […]

Inauguration of Hi-Tech ShreeAnna Vatika in MPUAT

Today, on June 21, 2023, under the International Millet Year activity at Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, the Hi-tech Srianna Vatika was inaugurated in the Agricultural Technical Park by Honorable Vice-Chancellor Dr. Ajit Kumar Karnataka by sowing nutritious and coarse grains. According to the geographical condition of Rajasthan, 8 types of coarse grains […]

Release of Rajasthan Kheti Pratap special Issue on Animal Production

Today, on 21.06.2023, the release ceremony of Rajasthan Kheti Pratap’s livestock special issue was organized in the administrative building of Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur. On the occasion of release of livestock special issue, Vice-Chancellor and Patron Rajasthan Kheti Pratap appreciated the contribution of the magazine in giving information about traditional and […]

Inauguration of Student Union Office in Fisheries College

Udaipur 24th June Convener of Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, inauguration of Student Union Office in College of Fisheries, in the presence of Chief Guest Dr. Ajit Kumar Karnataka, Vice Chancellor MPUAT and College Dean Dr. BK Sharma and student representatives. Special guest on this occasion Shiv Raj Singh Chauhan, State Secretary NSUI. […]

Training Program Started to Develop Shree Anna Vatika

Six-day experiential training program for Agriculture graduate students to develop Sri Anna Vatika in Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology in order to implement the various activities of the International Nutritious Grains Year 2023 and the Nutritive Grains Plan of Honorable Vice-Chancellor Dr. Ajit Kumar Karnataka “Scientific Production Management of Nutritious Food Grains” was […]

“Importance and Implementation of Biogas for Rural Prosperity” One Day Workshop

A one-day workshop on “Importance and Implementation of Biogas for Rural Prosperity” organized by College of Renewable Energy and Environmental Engineering of Sardarkrishnagar Dantiwada Agricultural University and Center of Agricultural Science, Ganpat University, Kherwa on 23rd February, 2023 Village: Navapura – Sundhiya, dt. Vadnagar, Dist: Done on the farm of progressive farmer Jenaji Thakor at Mehsana. About […]

KVK, Kampasagar Celebrated Birth Anniversary of Acharya Kothapalli Jayashankar on 06.08.2023

As per the instructions of University, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kampasagar celebrated the Birth Anniversary of “Acharya Kothapalli Jayashankar” on 06.08.2023. On this auspicious Day Dr. S. Srinivasa Rao, Programme Coordinator & Head, KVK, Kampasagar garlanded the photo and reminded to the staff of the services and major role played by Professor Kothapalli Jayashankar in the […]

KVK, Palem Conducted a Field Visit to HDPS Cotton Fields at Kummera, Thummalsugur, Yathmathapur, Cherla Itikyal, Thadur (M), Nagarkurnool District on 04.08.2023.

KVK, Palem conducted a Field Visit to HDPS cotton fields at Kummera, Thummalsugur, Yathmathapur, Cherla Itikyal, Thadur (M), Nagarkurnool district on 04.08.2023. Dr. O. Shaila, SMS (PP) Visited HDPS cotton fields, Sowings were taken up during the month of June with Siri, Winner & Armitha of Nuziveedu varieties and followed 90X20 & 90X15 spacing, the […]

Training Programmes Conducted at EEI, Hyderabad from 24 th to 28 th July, 2023

There is a need to help the farmers to get better returns for their produce, to provide better quality, safe and branded foods to the consumers, to emphasize primary and secondary processing, to reduce post harvest losses and reduction of import and meeting export demands. An attempt has been made by Extension Education Institute to […]

KVK, Kampasagar Celebrated ICAR 95 th Foundation Day and Organised Technology Day 16 th to 18 th July, 2023 at KVK, Kampasagar

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Kampasagar celebrated ICAR 95th Foundation Day and Technology Day on 16th July, 2023. The event was followed by exhibition of different technologies viz., drum seeder technology in rice, Integrated Farming System, bio fertilizers, raising of vegetable nurseries under shade nets, pandal system, mulching, Kitchen gardening, vermicomposting, millet value added products, 21 types […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bhadradri Kothagudem has Organized Kisan Mela and Live telecast of Hon’ble PM speech at KVK, Kothagudem Office on 27.07.2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Bhadradri Kothagudem has organized Kisan Mela and Live telecast of Hon’ble PM speech at KVK, Kothagudem office on 27.07.2023 on the occasion of release of 14th instalment of PM KISAN funds from Sikar, Rajasthan. Dr. R. Vishwatej, SMS (Extension) has hosted the inaugural session, welcomed the guests and explained about the successful […]

Diagnostic Field Visit By ARS & DAATTC Tornala in Siddipet District on 20.07.2023

In view of incessant rains a joint diagnostic field visit was organized on 20.07.2023 in Siddipet district by the team lead by Dr S. Sridevi, Principal Scientist & Head, ARS, Tornala along with the team members Sri J.Vijay, Coordinator, DAATTC, Tornala and Smt A. Sarita, Scientist (Pl. breeding ) and officials of Department of Agriculture, […]

Awareness Cum Demonstration on Green Manure Preceding to Rice by DAATTC, ARS, Tornala at Chittapur (V), Dubbak (M), Siddipet District on 18-07-2023

Awareness programme cum demonstration on incorporation of Dhaincha preceding to Rice was conducted by DAATTC, ARS, Tornala at Chittapur (V), Dubbak (M), Siddipet district on 18.07.2023. Sri. J. Vijay, Coordinator briefed about the importance and insisted to grow green manure crops like Daincha preceding to Kharif Rice. Dr. Ch. Pallavi, Scientist explained about incorporation of […]

One Day Training Programme on Agroforestry Systems and Sandalwood Cultivation at Kolanupaka Village on 19-07-2023

One day training programme on “Agroforestry systems and Sandalwood cultivation” was organized by Dr. T. Chaitanya, Scientist (Soil Science) and Dr. A.V. Ramanjaneyulu, Pr. Scientist (Agro.) & Head, AICRP on Agroforestry, PJTSAU, Rajendranagar at Kolanupaka village, Alair mandal of Yadadri-Bhongir district under SC sub plan on 19.07.2023. The programme was attended by Dr. B. Anil […]

KVK, Malyal Organized “Training cum Distribution of Blackgram (MBG-1070) Seed to Farmers 15-07-2023 & 16-07-2023

Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malyal organized “Training cum distribution of Blackgram (MBG-1070) seed” to farmers on 15-07-2023 & 16-07-2023 under NFSM-Cluster Front Line Demonstration (Pulses) programme operating at KVK, Malyal. In this programme, seed of Blackgram variety MBG-1070 was distributed to farmers from Bayyaram village of Bayyaram Mandal, Mahabubabad district to cover 20 ha in the […]

Agricultural College, Warangal – Village Adoption Programme – Distribution of Mid early duration Redgram Varieties of PJTSAU for Front Line Demonstration on 21.07.2023

To encourage crop diversity, few farmers from adopted village Kothapeta are motivated to cultivate Red gram rather cotton. Farmers named M. Ramesh and Rajender were given a Mid early duration of Red gram varieties from PJTSAU to observe and evaluate best performing variety at farmers’ field conditions amongst all these suitable varieties in adopted village […]

ARS, Adilabad – ‘Awareness Programme and Distribution of Inputs’ to Tribal farmers under TSP on Sesame on 01.08.2023 at Rythu Vedika, Ichoda, Adilabad District

As a part of Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) on Sesame (2022-23) conducted a ‘Awareness programme on crop diversification – sesame cultivation practices under contingency conditions’ by RARS, Jagtial in association with ARS, Adilabad in which Tribal farmers belongs to Gundivaagu and Gudihatnoor villages of Ichoda & Gudihatnoor mandals, respectively of Adilabad district were participated on […]

ARS, Madhira Organized Training Programme on Management Practice in Kharif Crop and Diagnostic Visit at Adopted Village Buchireddy Palem, Yerrupalem on 02-08-2023

Agricultural Research Station, Madhira adopted Buchireddy Palem village of Yerrupalem mandal , Khammam district. The programme was inaugurated by Dr.K.Rukmini Devi,Prinicipal Scientist &Head, Agricultural Research Station, Madhira, later suggested the farmers to practice new methods of farming by utilizing the services of the research station and also suggested the farmers to cultivate the new varieties […]

Women Earning by Starting Enterprises with Locally Available Resources – Dr. Mridula Devi

Dr. Mridula Devi, Director, Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar, visited 5 villages adopted by the All India Coordinated Research Project on Women in Agriculture working under Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology. These villages have been adopted by the project under the Nutri Smart programme. During the tour, the director inspected the […]

News farmer’s s visit in AICRP on Mushroom stall

Divisional level Kisan Mahotsav was organized by the Government of Rajasthan at Krishi Upaj Mandi (Grain) Balicha, Udaipur on 26-27 June 2023, in which under the direction of Dr. Arvind Verma, Director, Directorate of Research, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology. An exhibition of the Indian Integrated Mushroom Research Project was organized, in which […]

Completion of Training Program to Develop Shree Anna Vatika

In Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, a six-day (24-day) program for Agriculture graduate students to develop Sri Anna Vatika in order to implement the various activities of the International Nutritious Grains Year 2023 and the nutritious grain plan of Honorable Vice-Chancellor Dr. Ajit Kumar Karnataka. June to June 29, 2023) The experiential training […]

International Visit of Dr Devendra Jain at USA

Udaipur 30 June 2023. Dr. Devendra Jain, Assistant Professor working in the Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Rajasthan Agricultural College, a constituent of Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, left for America for three months of international training. Dr. Jain will receive this international training from 1 July 2023 to 25 September 2023 […]

Need for Innovation in Natural Farming – Dr. Karnataka

Udaipur June 30, 2023 | A two-day training program on natural farming for sustainable agriculture began today at the Research Directorate of Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur. Honorable Vice-Chancellor, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur Dr. Ajit Kumar Karnataka, while addressing the students on this occasion, told that the indiscriminate […]

Samvad Divisional Commissioner Agriculture and Panchayati Raj Government of Rajasthan Observed the Exhibition of All India Integrated Farming System Ravi Project

Divisional Commissioner Agriculture and Panchayati Raj Government of Rajasthan visited the exhibition of All India Integrated Farming System Project. Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology at the divisional level Kisan Mahotsav organized in Udaipur. All India Integrated Farming System Project under the direction of Directorate of Research An exhibition was organized in which live […]

Diversity of Mushroom Species in the Forests of Udaipur District Udaipur 5 July.2023

Director of Mushroom Research Directorate, Solan (Himachal Pradesh), Government of India, Prof. V.P. Sharma organized the annual group meeting of various mushroom research centers of the country at Shere Kashmir University of Agriculture and Technology located in Srinagar city of Jammu and Kashmir. In the meeting, an important decision was taken to find out and […]

Fish Farmer’s Day celebrated in Fisheries College 11 July 2023

11 July 2023 The 23rd Indian Fish Farmers Day was celebrated at Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology’s Constituent Fisheries College, Udaipur. On this occasion, the Dean of Fisheries College, Dr. B.K. Of. Sharma, Former Dean Dr. S. Of. Sharma and co-professor Dr. M. L. Ojha, staff and students of the college were present. […]

Lecture – Personal Effectiveness is a Natural Quality Dr. Vishala Patnam

14 July 2023 Udaipur, 29 May 2023 A lecture on “Personal Effectiveness: Why and How” was organized by the constituent Community and Applied Science College of Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology. At the outset, Dean Dr. Meenu Srivastava explained that personal effectiveness is an attribute that is often associated with positive well-being and […]

Vegetables seed kit Distribution by MPUAT

Panchayat Bhawan and Ra. Uma. Seed kit distribution was organized in Vidyalaya, Loira and U.P. Vidyalaya and Hunder of rural women Brahmins. Altogether 94 seed kits were distributed in village Loyra and 100 seed kits were distributed to women in village Brahmo Ki Inder. Kit distribution was done by Director Central Agricultural Institute Bhubaneswar Dr. […]

Visit of Farmer’s field advise for fall Army worm in Makka

Today, the Rapid Rovig Survey team of Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur and officials of Rajasthan Agriculture Department, Udaipur visited the fields of farmers of Girwa, Kurabad and Mavli tehsils of various Gram Panchayats, namely Kanpur Bichdi, Sakroda and Dabok. Went. Although maize, soybean and other crops of most of the farmers […]

On The Third Anniversary of The New National Education Policy, A national Seminar was Organized at MPUAT 31 July 2023

On the third anniversary of the new National Education Policy, a national seminar was organized at MPUAT on millets processing and employment opportunities. Immense possibilities of entrepreneurship and self-employment in processing and value addition of millets Dr. Karnataka Udaipur, 31 July 2023 Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology organized a seminar on the occasion […]

Plantation of Shree Anna Vatika in MPUAT Udaipur July 28, 2023

Udaipur July 28, 2023 In Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, in order to give concrete shape to the plan for various activities of the International Nutritious Grain Year 2023, Honorable Vice-Chancellor Dr. Ajit Kumar Karnataka did the seed planting work in Sri Anna Vatika in the Directorate of Research. Honorable Vice-Chancellor, Maharana Pratap […]

College of Veterinary Science, Ranchi is Running Animal Health Service

College of Veterinary Science, Ranchi is running a Veterinary Hospital in Clinical complex with outdoor & indoor hospitalization facilities. Treatment facilities in the field of Vet. Medicine, Surgery, and Gynecology’s is provided to the masses in general. All types of surgical procedures are performed in the clinical complex. Treatment of sick animals of all the […]

Ranchi Veterinary College is Having Different instructional Livestock Farms

Goat Farm Ranchi Veterinary College is also having instructional small ruminant farm which includes goat and sheep is maintaining black Bengal, Sirohi and Barbari breeds of goats and chotanagpuri sheep. There is ICARAICRP on Goat Improvement project on Black Bengal (field unit) having four centers in different agro climatic zones of Jharkhand – Palajori (Deoghar), […]

Instructional Livestock Farms

Ranchi Veterinary College is having different instructional livestock farms managed by Department of livestock production & Management. This includes Poultry, varietal Birds, Rabbit, Goat, Pig and dairy farms. Poultry farm In poultry farm three lines are maintained viz. Desi (Native), Dahlem Red and PB2. There is one ICAR- AICRP on poultry breeding project and the […]

Technologies on Animal Husbandry

The farmers of Jharkhand and other states like West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Assam, Meghalya, Mizoram etc. Have fully adopted Jharsuk breed of Pigs developed by BAU. There is a heavy demand for improved Jharsuk breed of Pigs by the farmers. Development of a suitable genotype of goat by selective breeding of Black Bengal goat for […]

Diversification Through High Value Agricultural (HVA) Crops for Increasing System Productivity, Income and Employment Opportunities

Agricultural diversification is an important instrument for economic growth. Introduction and diversification of rabi crops in the state may increase cropping intensity in this backward, poverty-ridden and deprived state. Rice-based farming systems are crucial for strengthening livelihoods and alleviating hunger and poverty in rural area. They also provide a range of poverty-escape mechanisms for poor […]

Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAP) for Pharmaceutical Potentials

In Jharkhand forest wealth covers about 29% of the total geographical area. The forest has also vast varieties of medicinal and aromatic flora and fringe dwellers comprising mostly tribal community largely dependent upon the medicinal and aromatic plants for cure of common diseases as well as a means for livelihood support. The Socio-economic upliftment of […]

Improvement and Popularization of Underutilized Horticultural Crops in Jharkhand

Wide range of bio-diversity of horticultural crops is available in the state of Jharkhand particularly Chhotanagpur and Santhalpargana regions which can be harnessed for improvement programme of these crops as well as for production by area expansion. Germplasm collection, evaluation, maintenance and exploitation – as there are wide range of variations observed in these fruit […]

Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA)

Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA) is a flagship national program of Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India. DABD, TNAU is functioning as one of the Regional Coordinating Institute (RCI) for the GoI Sponsored UBA scheme to guide, facilitate and monitor the activities from 2018 onwards for Participating Institutes of ten allotted districts of the Central […]

Agribusiness Incubation Forums

Business incubator is value adding service organization aimed to foster the care of a new venture at an early stage, increase its chances for survival and enhance the growth potential by providing comprehensive and integrated range of business development services. TNAU has incubation units at Post Harvest Technology Centre, Technology Business Incubator at Coimbatore, Madurai […]

Institutional Development Plan

The Institutional Development Plan (IDP) is funded by ICAR under National Agricultural Higher Education Project (NAHEP).  The objectives of TNAU – IDP are a) to improve learner centric environment by adopting innovative pedagogy and academic reforms, b) to promote student faculty diversity, competence, entrepreneurship, skill development and international outlook, and c) to enhance education management […]

Agri Business Export Consortium (ABEC)

Agribusiness Export Consortium (ABEC) was established at Directorate of Agribusiness Development, TNAU, Coimbatore on 20.11.2019. It caters to the needs of different stakeholders in agri export value chain. ABEC gives all agri export-related facilitation services to consortium members (agri exporters, export oriented FPOs and institutions). Major objectives To disseminate knowledge, create awareness and provide a […]

The Skill Development Centre of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organized a Training course on “Vegetable Cultivation using Hydroponics

The Skill Development Centre of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) organized a training course on “Vegetable Cultivation using Hydroponics, Soilless Media, Rooftop and Net-house Technologies” in which a total of 29 farmers and farm women participated. Dr Rupinder Kaur, Associate Director (Skill Development), said that organic vegetables were highly beneficial for the human health. Despite space […]

‘Floriculture and Landscaping Certificate Course (FLCC) (One year)’ and ‘Ornamental Nursery Production Certificate Course 21-07-2023

Department of Floriculture & Landscaping, PAU, Ludhiana Admission Notice : Floriculture and Landscaping certificate course (FLCC) (One year) Punjab Agricultural University is starting one year Floriculture and Landscaping certificate course (FLCC). Residents of Punjab and UT Chandigarh with 10+2 pass 16-35 years age can apply in the form available in the Department of Floriculture and […]

International Conference of Agricultural Librarians and Users Community ICALUC – 2023 On Agricultural Libraries and Sustainable Development Goals: The Way Forward 5-6 OCTOBER, 2023

PUNJAB AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY, LUDHIANA Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is an internationally acclaimed University which was established on October 17, 1962 based on the ‘Land Grant’ pattern of America. The University has made remarkable contribution to the agricultural development by paving the way for Green Revolution in the country and making the nation food secure. PAU […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Organized Hindi Workshop at Ginning Training Center, Nagpur on June 14, 2023.

In compliance with the guidelines of Official Language Implementation, a workshop on the “Importance of Hindi as Official Language for Office Work” has been conducted at Ginning Training Centre, Nagpur  in physical and online mode on June 14, 2023 from 3.30 pm to 5.30 pm for all scientists, technical, administrative and skilled support staff of […]

ICAR-CIRCOT organizes Industry Interface Meeting.

The ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai organized an “Industry Interface Meeting” under Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav India@75 on 7th June 2023, Mumbai. This meeting was presided over by Dr. S. N. Jha, DDG (Agril. Engg), ICAR, New Delhi. Representatives from tractor manufacturing companies, Fertilizer industries, Textile industries, Food industries, Chemical industries, Briquettes and […]

Inauguration of ICAR-CIRCOT Type IV staff quarters on 7th June 2023.

Inauguration of ICAR-CIRCOT Type IV staff quarters took place at the hands of respected Dr. S.N. Jha , DDG ( Agrl. Engg.) in the auspicious presence of Dr. K. Narsaiah , ADG (Process Engg.) and Dr. P.G.Patil, Vice Chancellor, MPKV , Rahuri (Former Director, ICAR-CIRCOT) and Dr. S. K. Shukla, Director ICAR-CIRCOT along with former […]

ICAR-CIRCOT organized Tree Plantation Drive on World Environment Day on 5th June, 2023.

Ginning Training Centre (GTC) of ICAR-CIRCOT (Mumbai), Nagpur organised an Awareness programme under Azadi ka Amrut Mahotsav public awareness campaign India @75on mission Lifestyle for Environment (LiFE) and theme “Beat Plastic Pollution” and conducted Tree Plantation campaign in association with AICRP on Agroforestry, College of Agriculture, Nagpur, Dr. Panjabrao Deshmush Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola on celebration […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Organized ‘Common Cancer Awareness Program’ in line with DARE-ICAR Campaign for India@75 on 25th May, 2023.

ICAR- Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai in collaboration with   Department of Preventive Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai organized ‘Common Cancer Awareness Program’ in line with DARE-ICAR Campaign for India@75 on 25th May, 2023 in hybrid mode. The program was coordinated by Internal Committee of the Institute. The program started at 2:30 pm. Dr. […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Organized workshop on “Role of Design, Copyright and Trademark: Scientific and Entrepreneurial Perspective” on 16th May, 2023.

ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai organized a workshop on “Role of Design, Copyright and Trademark: Scientific and Entrepreneurial Perspective” on 16th May, 2023 in line with DARE-ICAR Campaign for Azadi ka Amrut Mahotsav India@75. This workshop was arranged by ITMU and ABIC of the Institute with Support from National Agriculture Innovation Fund, […]

ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cattle, Meerut Welcomes Two New Scientists 26-07-2023

In a momentous occasion, the ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cattle (ICARCIRC), Meerut, proudly announces the joining of two distinguished scientists, Dr. Anjali (Veterinary Physiology) and Dr. Divya (Animal Genetics and Breeding) to their esteemed research team. This development marks a significant step forward in the institute’s pursuit of excellence and ground-breaking advancements in the […]

Distinguished Visit of Shri Sunil Mansinghka, Coordinator of Go-Vigyaan Anusandhan Kendra Deolapar, Nagpur, to ICAR-CIRC

In a significant development fostering collaboration and animal welfare initiatives, Shri Sunil Mansinghka, Coordinator of Go-Vigyaan Anusandhan Kendra Deolapar, Nagpur, India, visited the prestigious ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cattle (ICAR-CIRC). Shri Sunil Mansinghka’s visit to ICAR-CIRC was marked by a warm reception from the Director, CIRC, institute’s faculty and staff. During his visit, he […]

Awareness cum Training Programme conducted at ICAR-NRC on Yak

One day awareness cum training programme on Balanced feeding of livestock for productivity enhancement cum distribution of inputs for livestock farmers of West Kameng District of Arunachal Pradesh was organized under NEH component on 8th Jun 2023 at ICAR NRC on Yak campus at Dirang(Arunachal Pradesh). The programme was attended by more than 200 livestock […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Participation in 9th International Yoga Day (IYD)-2023 at Gateway of India, Mumbai

9th International Yoga Day (IYD-2023) was organized at Gateway of India, Mumbai on 21.06.2023. The programme was organized by Mumbai Port Authority in collaboration with the Ministry of Textiles, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and Patanjali Yoga Samiti, Mumbai. Sh. Piyush Goyal, Hon’ble cabinet minister of textile, GOI and Sh. Eknath Shinde, Honourable Chief Minister, […]

Capacity Building Program Organized for Famers of Parjang, Odisha 9th June, 2023

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore organized an ATMA sponsored five days capacity building programme on “Inland Fisheries Management” for the fish farmers of Parjang Block, Dhenkanal, Odisha during 06 – 10th June, 2023. A total of 42 farmers from Parjang block participated in the training programme. This training was conducted to upscale farmers’ knowledge […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Celebrated International Yoga Day.

ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai celebrated International Yoga Day under Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, India @75 with the theme “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” on 21.06.2023. On this occasion Yoga guru Shri. Sudhir Sawant and his team from Ambika Yoga Kutir (Ghatkopar branch) made the staff members practice yoga for about an hour. He highlighted […]

ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai Inks MoU for Extraction of Cellulose from Agrobiomass.

Dr. S. K. Shukla, Director, ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 28th June 2023, with Dr. Deepa Bhajekar, Managing Director, D Technology, Thane for technology mentoring in the field of “Extraction of cellulose from Biomass”. The agrobiomass available in India is not used to its fullest extent possible. The biorefinery concept using lignocellulosic […]

SGPC’s Guru Nanak Khalsa College, Mumbai visited ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai on 27th June, 2023

A team of 58 Students and 2 faculty members from SGPC’s Guru Nanak Khalsa College, Mumbai visited ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai on 27th June, 2023. They were shown Chemical and Biochemical Processing Division (FTIR, UV-VIS, and AFM etc.) and Exhibition room. The concerned scientists and technical staff elaborated about the different products, machineries, equipment available in the institute. They were also explained […]

Director, ICAR-National Institute for Abiotic Stress Management (NIASM), Baramati visits GTC, Nagpur.

Director, ICAR-National Institute for Abiotic Stress Management (NIASM), Baramati, Dr. K Sammi Reddy visited Ginning Training Centre (GTC) of ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (CIRCOT), Nagpur on July 07, 2023. Director, ICAR-NIASM was accompanied with Dr. N. G. Patil, Director, ICAR-NBSS&LUP, Nagpur and Dr. Bhaskar Gaikwad, Senior Scientist, ICAR-NIASM. At the outset, Dr. […]

ICAR–CIRCOT Scientists Received Innovation Award for Research on Value Addition of Cottonseed at 4th SEA– AICOSCA Conclave 2023.

The 4th SEA-AICOSCA Cottonseed, Oil & Meal Conclave 2023 was successfully organized by The Solvent Extractors’ Association of India (SEA) and All India Cottonseed Crushers’ Association (AICOSCA) at Fern Residency, Aurangabad from 07-08 July, 2023. Representatives from ICAR – CIRCOT, Mumbai, namely Dr. S.K. Shukla (Director), Dr. D.M. Kadam, Dr. V.G. Arude, and Dr. Manoj […]

ICAR-CIRCOT has Developed Cotton Based Heat Generating Textiles.

ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (ICAR-CIRCOT), Mumbai has developed cotton based heat generating textiles which are flexible, light weight, safe and have better comfort properties. The cotton-based electrically conductive yarns were developed which can be stitched over any fabric. These specially designed yarns were used in heat generating smart textile products such as […]

Participation in State Level Kharif Productivity Goshthi- 2023 Organized by Department of Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh

Directorate of Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh organized one day (May 26, 2023) State Level Kharif Productivity Goshthi and Exhibition at Krishi Bhawan Lucknow. Scientist and Technical Officer of ICAR- CISH participated and showcased institute technologies. The show was inaugurated by Honorable Minister of Agriculture, Agricultural Education & Research Uttar Pradesh Shri Surya Pratap Shahi on May […]

Training on Nano Orchard Establishment for Extension Activists and Farmers

The ICAR-CISH carried out 3 days training programme from 7th June to 9th June 2023 at ICAR-CISH Campus, Rehmankhera Lucknow. The Extension Functionaries of Akhil Bhartiya Samaj Sewa Sansthan (ABSSS) and SRIJAN staff attended the programme. The extension functionaries of ABSSS and SRIJA from Shivpuri. Madhya Pradesh, Niwari, M.P., Chitrakoot U.P. and Banda districts participated […]

Institute Visit Cum Scientist-Farmers Interaction Meet

A group of 27 farmers and Horticulture officials from Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh visited the ICAR-CISH, Lucknow on June 22, 2023. Orchard visit was arranged and Scientist-Farmers interaction meeting was held in the Institute. Farmers enthusiastically participated in this interaction meeting; they were sensitized about production, improvement, protection and post harvest value addition technologies. Farmers […]

ICAR-CISH, Lucknow was Organized by An Awareness Programme at Farmers Field

ICAR-CISH, Lucknow was organized by An awareness programme entitled ‘Nutri-gardens for food, nutrition and income security’ at Sarsanda village of Lucknow district on 28th June, 2023. The program, organized under Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, was attended by about 80 farmers, farm women and rural youth from Sarsanda and adjoining villages. Dr. T. Damodaran, Director, ICAR-CISH, […]

Institute Visit Cum Scientist-Farmers Interaction

A group of 30 farmers and officials from six blocks of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh visited the ICAR-CISH, Lucknow on July 5, 2023 under ATMA Programme. Scientist-Farmers interaction meeting was organized. Advanced technologies of subtropical fruit production, protection and post harvest value addition were disseminated to farmers. Varieties of mango like Arunica, Ambika, Amrapali, Mallika […]

Institute Visit Cum Scientist-Farmers Interaction Meeting

A group of 45 students of B. Tech (Biotechnology) along with two faculty members from R. R. Institute of Modern Technology Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh visited at ICAR-CISH Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh on July 7, 2023. Scientist-Farmers interaction meeting was organized. Horticultural technologies for ensuring subtropical fruit production were discussed. The role of biotechnology in development of […]

Promoting Gender Equity & Entrepreneurship through Custom Hiring Centre

The promotion of women entrepreneurship programme was taken up in Satyabhamapur village of Salipur block under Cuttack District through establishment of Custom Hiring Centre (CHC).Under the Banner of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, the inauguration of a Custom Hiring Centre was organized on 18 July 2023 with Baba Trinath SHG (WSHG) of Nirmalya FPO under Scheduled […]

Inspiring Women Entrepreneurship through Custom Hiring Centre

The strengthening of women entrepreneurship programme was taken up in Gobardhanpur village of Itipur Panchayat under Khordha District through establishment of Custom Hiring Centre (CHC).Under the Banner of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, the inauguration of a Custom Hiring Centre was organized on 14 July 2023 with Aradhya SHG (WSHG) under Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) […]

Awareness Programme and Farmers-Scientists Interaction on Women Friendly Integrated Vertical Nutri-farming System (IVNFS)

An Awareness Programme and Farmers-Scientists Interaction was organized at Alando village, Biridi block, Jagatsinghpur district of Odisha on 10th July, 2023 under the project “Design and Development of Gender Sensitive Integrated Vertical Nutri-farming System (IVNFS) for Household Nutrition and Income”. Dr. Tania Seth, Scientist and PI of the project welcomed all participants and discussed the […]

ICAR-CIWA, Bhubaneswar Celebrated International Day of Yoga 2022

Yoga” has been derived from Sanskrit that means to join or to unite, symbolising the union of body and mind. Yoga is an invaluable ancient Indian practice with numerous benefits to both physical and mental health. It not only unites our body, mind and soul but it is a panacea that prevents and cures ailments, […]

Enriching Women Entrepreneurship through Custom Hiring Centre

The promotion of women entrepreneurship programme was taken up in Srirampur village of Balipatana block under Khordha District through establishment of Custom Hiring Centres.Under the banner of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, the inauguration of two custom hiring centres was organized on 9th June 2023 with two Women Self Help Groups (WSHGs) under Scheduled Caste Sub […]

ICAR- CIWA, Bhubaneswar established Custom Hiring Centre (CHC) for SC Women entrepreneurship development of Kusapli & Pacnchabhuti villages of Jagannath Prasad Block, Ganjam, Odisha

ICAR- Central Institute for Women in Agriculture (CIWA) established two custom hiring centers (CHC) at Kusapali and Panchabhuti village of Jagannath Prasad Block of Ganjam District for entrepreneurship development establishment of Scheduled Caste (SC) farm women. The CHCs were inaugurated by Mr. Soroj Nayak, Jirabadi GP, Ramakrushna Sethi, Rauti GP and Mrs Sital Barel, BPC […]

16th Agricultural Science Congress in Kochi from 10 – 13 October 2023

The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) will host the 16th Agricultural Science Congress (ASC) and ASC Expo from 10 to 13 October 2023 in Kochi. Organised by the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS), New Delhi, the ASC will focus on the theme ‘Transformation of agri-food systems for achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs)’. The […]

Advances in Seed Production and Farming of Brackishwater Finfishes 7th – 11th August, 2023

About ICAR-CIBA Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (CIBA), Chennai is one of the national institutes under the nation’s apex body, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Govt. of India. ICAR CIBA, established on 1st April 1987 serves as the nodal agency for research and development of brackishwater aquaculture in the country. The institute with a […]

ICAR-CIBA Start-up Initiative for Establishing a Small Scale Fish Feed Mill at Ahmednagar District of Maharashtra July 20 -2023

ICAR-CIBA formed a strategic alliance with an entrepreneur Mr. Raju Bhogil from Ahmednagar District of Maharashtra for establishing a small scale farm based feed mill. Diversification of aquaculture is gaining considerable momentum in India in general and Maharashtra in particular. Various species of finfish is being attempted for culture in inland and brackishwater in Maharashtra. […]

ICAR-CIBA Demonstrated Seabass Fish Farming in open Brackishwaters Waters a Livelihood Development model for Irular Tribal Families

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (CIBA), Chennai, implemented interventions on “Community fish farming integrated with agro-based farming involving SC and ST communities” under the Scheduled Tribal Component (STC). Ten Irular tribal families of Laximipuram, Kattur Village, Minjur Taluk, Tiruvallur district were involved in this demonstration. Milkfish farming in pond and pens, seabass nursery rearing in […]

National Fish Farmers Day celebrated at CIBA on 10 July, 2023

Kakdwip Research Centre of ICAR- Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (KRC of ICAR- CIBA) celebrated National Fish Farmers’ Day on 10th July, 2023 to commemorate the invention of induced breeding in Carp fish. A total of 50 brackishwater aquaculture farmers from three brackishwater districts of West Bengal viz. North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas and Purba […]

ICAR-CIBA Joined Hands with Shri A.M.M. Murugappa Chettiar Research Centre for Exploring the Potential Benefits of CIBA-Plankton Plus in Paddy Crops

ICAR-CIBA signed a Memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Shri A.M.M. Murugappa Chettiar Research Centre (MCRC), Chennai,, Tamil Nadu on 4th July, 2023 for evaluation the efficacy of fishwaste converted CIBA-Plankton Plus in paddy crop. Dr. Kuldeep K.Lal, Director, ICAR-CIBA stressed upon the need to explore the use of Plankton Plus in agriculture and horticulture crops […]

ICAR-CIBA Organized Awareness Programs on “Recycling of Fish Waste to Value added Products: Planktonplus and Hortiplus for the Coastal Communities” of Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA), Chennai, organized two awareness programs in collaboration with Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore, Tamil Nadu, Department of Fisheries, Rameswaram Sigaram Fish Farmers Producer Organization, Ramanathapuram, on “Recycling of fish waste to value added products, CIBA-Planktonplus and CIBA-Hortiplus among coastal communities” at Mangadu and South Karaiyur villages, Ramanathapuram district, […]

Navsari-Gujarat Research Centre (NGRC) of ICAR-CIBA Demonstrated Cage Aquaculture in the Brackish Water Creek of Shil Village, Taluka- Mangrol, Junagadh, Gujarat State 27 th June 2023

Farming of brackishwater finfishes in customized cages suitable for sallow estuaries, creeks, backwaters and lagoons is an emerging innovative and viable technology for fish production. It is win-win strategy to efficiently utilize the water resources for fish production and creating alternative livelihoods, employment creation and income for the coastal fishers as envisaged by the Govt. […]

Coastal and Tribal Women Shared their Success Stories of Aquaculture Based livelihood development at the National Workshop Held at ICAR-CIBA, Chennai on 23 June, 2023

The voices of coastal and tribal women were heard in the form their success stories of aquaculture based livelihood development at a workshop on “Listening to the voices of coastal and tribal women and their success stories and awareness on livelihood opportunities including rural and aqua Tourism” on 23rd June 2023 organized by the ICAR-Central […]

International Yoga Day Celebrations at ICAR-CIBA, Chennai on 21st June 2023

ICAR- Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture, Chennai and its regional stations have celebrated the International Yoga Day on 21st June 2023. Dr. Janani Subburaj, Yoga & Naturopathy Junior Doctor has conducted Yoga practice session at 7 am. The scientists, Officers, Staff and Students have actively participated in the practical yoga session along with family members. […]

ICAR-CIBA Initiated the Demonstration of Brackishwater Seaweed Farming in Pulicat Lake, Tamil Nadu 12 June 2023

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackish water Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA) conducted an awareness cum demonstration programme on brackish water seaweed farming in Annamalaicheri village, Pulicat Lake, Tamil Nadu on 10.06.2023, with the funding support of National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB), Govt. of India, Hyderabad (under the PMMSY). This program was organized in collaboration with M/S Pinnacle Biosciences and […]

ICAR-CIBA Celebrated World Environment Day- 6 th June 2023

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA) and its regional centers observed the World Environment Day (WED) on 5th June, 2023 with the theme ‘solution to plastic pollution’ to create awareness among the public on protection and conservation of environment. A similar theme (Beat Plastic Pollution) was adopted in WED- 2018 also indicating the importance mitigating […]

Awareness Programme on Foot & Mouth Disease and Lumpy Skin Disease in livestock

An awareness programme on foot and mouth disease and lumpy skin disease in livestock was organized by ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair in collaboration with DAHVS, A&N Administration at Calicut Community Hall on 26th May 2023. Shri T. Yaghambaram, Pradhan, Gram Panchayat, Calicut was the chief guest. Dr. Jai Sundere, Pr Scientist & Head […]

RS ICAR-CIARI Conducts Awareness on Organic Farming, IPM & Input Distribution under STC at Kalpeni Island, Lakshadweep

Regional Station, Minicoy of ICAR-CIARI Port Blair conducted “Awareness on organic farming, IPM and Input distribution under Schedule Tribe Component (STC)” for the welfare of marginal farmers of Kalpeni Islands on 30/05/2023. Speaking on the inaugural occasion, the Guest Smt. Sabitha Beegam Agriculture Demonstration Unit Incharge, Kadamath Island, expressed her happiness on the activities of […]

46th Foundation Day of ICAR-CIARI Celebrated

ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair celebrated its 46th Foundation Day on 23rd June, 2022 with great pomp and ceremony and lighting of lamp by the Dignitaries and farmers at Dr.T.R. Dutta conference hall of Garacharma Research complex of the institute. Ms Nandini Paliwal, IAS, Commissioner-cum-Secretary, A& N Administration was the Chief Guest. Dr.C. […]

RS ICAR-CIARI Conducts Awareness on Organic Farming, IPM & Input Distribution Under STC at Kalpeni Island, Lakshadweep

Regional Station, Minicoy of ICAR-CIARI Port Blair conducted “Awareness on organic farming, IPM and Input distribution under Schedule Tribe Component (STC)” for the welfare of marginal farmers of Kalpeni Islands on 30/05/2023. Speaking on the inaugural occasion, the Guest Smt. Sabitha Beegam Agriculture Demonstration Unit Incharge, Kadamath Island, expressed her happiness on the activities of […]

Brainstorming Training on Advanced Microbiological and Molecular Techniques for improving the Competence of Students in Biological Sciences 17-22 July, 2023

Eligibility Postgraduate and final year Bachelors degree students in Fisheries Science, Microbiology, Biotechnology and in any area of Life Science belonging to “Scheduled Caste Community” are eligible to apply. Eligible candidates may download the application format from the ICAR- CIFT website www.cift.res.in The duly filled application must be mfbdvn.traininmail.com There is no registration fee for […]

High-end Workshop (‘KARYASHALA’) under Accelerate Vigyan Scheme of SERB

High-end Workshop (‘KARYASHALA’) under Accelerate Vigyan Scheme of SERB, New Delhi, Government of India on‘Advanced foodpackaging techniques andquality evaluation of packaging materials’ (19 – 27 June 2023). Eligibility: PG/PhD students in Food Technology/ Food Science/ Post Harvest Technology/ Fish Processing Technology/ Food Engineering/ Agricultural Engineering/ Polymer Chemistry/Packaging Technology or any other related subjects. Selection Process: […]

Skill Development Program on Pre-processing and Drying of Fish 5-6th July 2023

A Skill Development Program on “Pre-processing and drying of fish” was conducted at the Engineering Section of ICAR-CIFT during 5-6th July 2023. The training was inaugurated by the Director, Dr. George Ninan on 5th July 2023. The training program was attended by 15 participants from all over Kerala and Tamil Nadu who were entrepreneurs interested […]

ICAR-CIFT, Cochin Participated Mathrubhumi Karshika Mela

ICAR-CIFT, Cochin participated in Mathrubhumi Karshika Mela an exhibition organized by malayalam news agency Mathrubhumi  at Indira Gandhi Stadium Palakkad from 7th October 2022 to 11th October 2022. The exhibition was inaugurated by Shri. K Krishnankutty, Hon. Minister for Electricity, Kerala on Oct-7 2022. The Exhibition attracted thousands of people from all over the state.  ICAR-CIFT, Cochin participated in Mathrubhumi Karshika Mela an […]

16th Agricultural Science Congress in Kochi from 10 – 13 October 2023 at ICAR-CMFRI, Cochin

The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) will host the 16th Agricultural Science Congress (ASC) and ASC Expo from 10 to 13 October 2023 in Kochi. Organised by the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS), New Delhi, the ASC will focus on the theme ‘Transformation of agri-food systems for achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs)’. The […]

ICAR-IIHR Organized SCSP programme in Allipura Village of Chikkaballapura District, Karnataka

In collaboration with the Karnataka State Department of Horticulture, the ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR) organized a one-day awareness programme on tuberose cultivation, tube rose bulb (Arka Prajwal) distribution, and the Arka Microbial Consortium at ALLIPURA, Gauribidanur Taluk, Chikkaballapura District on 14 June 2023. Dr. R. Senthil Kumar, Principal Scientist and Nodal Officer (SCSP), […]

ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru Organized an Awareness Programme on Underutilized Fruits

One-day awareness programme on underutilized fruits was conducted on 6th June 2023 at ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru. Dr. S. K. Singh, Director, ICAR-IIHR, during his inaugural address highlighted the nutritional importance of underutilized fruits and stressed the merit of underutilized fruits in our daily diet to improve health and quality life. He also urged the need for […]

ICAR-IIHR, BEL sign MoU for advancing Smart Agriculture

Bengaluru, 9th June 2023 – The ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (ICAR-IIHR) and Navratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) have joined hands to promote innovation and research in the field of Smart Agriculture. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was exchanged between the two organisations on June 9, 2023, at ICAR-IIHR, Hesaraghatta Lake Post, Bengaluru, […]

Celebration of “World Enviourment Day” at ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru

World Environment Day was celebrated at ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, Bengaluru on 5th June 2023. A tree planting programme was organized in the Biodiversity Block of ICAR-IIHR. Dr. S. K. Singh, Director, ICAR-IIHR graced the occasion and highlighted about the importance of celebrating the World Environment Day. He also urged that making all effort […]

ICAR-IIHR Organized Training Programme of Tribal Farmers of Javvadu Hills, Tamil Nadu

ICAR- Indian Institute of Horticulture (IIHR) organized a training cum input distribution programme for the tribal farmers of Beemakulam and Naickanur villages of Javvadu Hills in Tirupattur district of Tamil Nadi, in association with Department of Horticulture and Plantation Crops, Tamil Nadu on 1.6.2023, to create awareness among the tribal farmers about advances in vegetable […]

ICAR-IIHR Organized TSP Programme in Enmakaje Village of Kasaragod District

A training-cum-input distribution programme under Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) programme of ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR) was orgnised at Enmakaje village of Kasaragod district on 26.5.2023, in collaboration with KVK of Central Plantation Crops Research Institute (CPCRI), Kasaragod. The programme was jointly inaugurated by the Enmakaje Panchayat President, Mr. Somashekara and Mr. Radha Krishna, […]

Celebration of World Bee Day and inauguration of Regional Honey Testing Laboratory, ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru

ICAR-Indian Horticultural Research Institute, Bengaluru celebrated the “World Bee Day” on 20th May, 2023, to facilitate needed scientific technology adoption for increasing production and testing of honey by maintaining quality standards for national and international markets and promoting the production of other beehive products, viz., bee pollen, bees wax, royal jelly, propolis, and bee venom,. […]

ICAR-IIHR Organized Off-Campus Capacity Building Program Under SCSP and TSP

One day  training program  on “ICAR-IIHR technologies” for the  farmers of Etah district of Uttar Pradesh was organised under SCSP 1 May 2023 and  Leh, Union Territory of Ladak under TSP on 4 May 2023, to create awareness among the farmers about ICAR-IIHR technologies suitable for their region. Dr. R. Senthil Kumar, Principal Scientist and Nodal Officer […]

One-day interface meeting on “Flourishing Together: Innovation and Industry”

One-day interface meeting among stakeholders of flower crops on “Flourishing Together: Innovation and Industry”, was organised on 12 April 2022 (hybrid mode), aimed to exchange ideas, share knowledge and to collaborate on research to enhance the visibility of floriculture at the national and global level. The meeting was inaugurated with lighting the lamp by Prof […]

ICAR-IIHR Organized TSP Programme in Puthurnadu Village of Krishnagiri District, Tamil Nadu

A Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) Programme, in association with Department of Horticulture, Tirupattur Taluk and KVK, Krishnagiri was organised on 4 May 2023, to create awareness about advanced horticultural production technologies in Puthurnadu village of Tirupattur Taluk in Krishnagiri District of Tamil Nadu. Dr Sunderraj, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Krishnagiri, gave an introduction about the programme and […]

ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru celebrated “World Intellectual Property Day”

To commemorate the World Intellectual Property Day, as per the information from Under Secretary, IP&TM, New Delhi with the theme “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity”, the World IP Day celebration was conducted at ICAR- Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR), Bengaluru on 26th April 2023 under the chairmanship of Dr Sanjay Kumar Singh, Director, ICAR-IIHR. Dr B L […]

Off-Campus SCSP Capacity Building Program on “ICAR-IIHR Technologies” Organised at Chengalpttu district, Tamil Nadu

Awareness training program on “ICAR-IIHR technologies” for the farmers of Chengalpattu district of Tamil Nadu was organised under SCSP at Thirukalukundram, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu on 21.04.2023. Dr V Balakumar, Assistant Director of Horticulture, Department of Horticulture and Plantation crops, Govt. of Tamil Nadu, Thirukalukundram, welcomed the gathering. Dr R Senthil Kumar, Principal Scientist and […]

Appemidi Mango Diversity Fair 2023 held at ICAR-IIHR, Hesaraghatta

Bengaluru, 13.04.2023 – The Appemidi Mango Diversity Fair 2023 was inaugurated today by Dr. S. V. Suresha, Honourable Vice Chancellor, UAS Bengaluru at ICAR-IIHR Bengaluru. The event was graced by distinguished guests of honour, Dr. E. Sreenivas Rao, Advisor (Horticulture) to Gov of Telangana, Dr. R. Ravindra, (Regional Head, South, APEDA), and Dr. V. B. […]

Capacity Building Program on ICAR-IIHR Technologies and MOU for Arka Tomato Crush organised for the Farmers Krishnagiri of District on 10 April 2023 Under SCSP, TSP and TNRP

A training program, to create awareness on “ICAR-IIHR technologies” for the  farmers of Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu was organised under SCSP,TSP and TNRP at Kirshnagiri District Collectorate, Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu on 10 April 2023. Dr  Sundar Raj, Senior Scientist  and Head, KVK, Krishnagiri  welcomed the gathering. Mr Tamil Maran, District Officer, TNRP, Krishnagiri explained about importance […]

Central Horticultural Experiment Station, Chettalli organized a Field Day cum Diversity Fair on Avocado on 21st June, 2023

Central Horticultural Experiment Station (ICAR-IIHR), Chettalli organized Field Day cum Diversity Fair on Avocado on 21st June, 2023 at CHES-Chettalli, to showcase the genetic diversity in avocado and to address the problems in cultivation of avocado. Dr. Rajendiran S., Senior Scientist and Head (I/c) welcomed and briefed the importance of programme. Dr. S. K. Singh, Director, ICAR-IIHR, while […]

Two days “Training on Quality Seed Production Techniques in Solanaceous Vegetable crops” from 20th – 21st July, 2023

Date: 20th-21st July, 2023 Time of training: 9.00AM Last date of receipt of application: 19th July, 2023 Venue: Committee Room,Admn Building, ICAR-IIHR Course Director: Dr K Madhavi Reddy, Principal Scientist, Div. of Vegetable Crops Course Co-Directors: Dr T H Singh, Principal Scientist, Div. of Vegetable Crops Dr HC Prasanna, Principal Scientist, Div. of Vegetable Crops […]

“Training on Hi-tech Farming Techniques (Vertical farming, Hydroponics, Aeroponics, Aquaponics) in Horticultural Crops” on 25th July, 2023

Date: 25th July, 2023 Time of training: 9.00AM Last date of receipt of application: 24th July, 2023 Venue: Video Conference Hall, Admn Building, ICAR-IIHR Course Director: Dr Safeena S. A. Sr. Scientist, Division of Floriculture and Medicinal Crops Co-Directors: Dr. Kalaivanan D. Sr. Scientist, Division of Natural Resources Dr. Rohini M.R., Scientist, Division of Floriculture […]

Capacity building program organized at Botanical Garden, Puducherry UT under SCSP Project

ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru organised an off-campus capacity building training programme on “Advances in ICAR-IIHR Technologies for the beneficiaries of SCSP Project at Botanical Garden, Puducherry UT on 30th June,2023 to create awareness about recent ICAR-IIHR technologies and also ICAR-IIHR input distribution to the beneficiaries of SCSP project. The programme started with welcome address by Mr. N.K.Shanmugavelu, Deputy Director of […]

ICAR-IIHR Organized Capacity Building for the ST Farmers of Davanagere District, Karnataka

ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR) organized a special capacity building programme for the farmers of Davanagere district of Karnataka under Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) programme of ICAR-IIHR in collaboration with Taralabalu Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Davanagere on 3.7.2023. The purpose of the programme was to build the capacity of tribal farmers on fruits and […]

ICAR-IIHR Organized a Capacity Building Programme on ‘Bee Keeping’ for the Tribal Women Shareholders of FPOs at Tumkur District

ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR) organized a special capacity building programme for the tribal women shareholders of the Arunodhaya Mahila Kazhangium Okkootta ® FPO formed by DHAN Foundation exclusively for ‘bee keeping’ in South India, on 4.7.2023, in collaboration with ICAR-KVK, Hirehalli of ICAR-IIHR and DHAN Foundation at Gulur village of Tumkur district. The […]

ICAR-IIHR Organized Awareness Training Program on “Good Agricultural Practices in chilli” in Palnadu and Guntur, Andhra Pradesh under SCSP and TSP Schemes

Under SCSP and TSP two different training programmes and input distribution (Chilli F1 hybrids) were organized by ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru in collaboration with the Department of Horticulture, Palnadu District and the Department of Horticulture, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh on 27.06.2023. The event was attended by Sri. Siva Sankar Lotheti, I.A.S, Collector & District Magistrate, Palanadu, Dr. […]

ABI, ICAR –IIHR organized Entrepreneurship Development Programme on “IIHR Technologies to Promote Women Entrepreneurship and Empowerment”

Agri Business Incubation, a TBI of ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR) had organized Two days Entrepreneurship Development Programme on IIHR Technologies to Promote Women Entrepreneurship and Empowerment”, from 27th to 28th June 2023. Dr .M. Pitchaimuthu, Principal Scientist & Nodal Officer, BPD Unit, ICAR – IIHR welcomed the dignitaries and the participants. Dr S.K […]

ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru Organised SAARC Regional Training on “Agri- Businesses Focusing Agro Food Processing”, during 13 – 15, September, 2022

ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, Bengaluru, organized a SAARC regional training program on “Agri- Businesses Focusing Agro Food Processing”, that envisaged to impart knowledge and skills for the focal points of SAARC member countries. It was sponsored by SAARC Development Fund, SAC, Bangladesh and intended to advocate expertise and efficiency in Post-Harvest Management, Value Addition […]

Rolling Notification for Agricultural Remote Pilot Course (ARPC) of 12 Days Duration

Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University (ANGRAU) was established under the name of Andhra Pradesh Agricultural University (APAU) on the 12th of June 1964 through the APAU Act 1963 and later, it was renamed as Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University on the 7th of November, 1996 in honour and memory of the noted Parliamentarian […]

Summer Coaching Camp for Riding Starts on June 26

ALIGARH June 21:  The Aligarh Muslim University Riding Club, run under the University Games Committee (UGC), is organizing the Horse Riding Summer Coaching Camp for the students of the university and other institutions from June 26 to July 25, 2023. Dr Wasif Mohammad Ali, President, Riding Club, informed interested students that the application form is available […]

International Yoga Day Celebrated at AMU with Great Enthusiasm

ALIGARH June 21: The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) teachers, students, officials, and a host of participants from other institutions and society attended the grand 9th International Yoga Day (IYD) celebrations organized by the Department of Physical Education at its lawns today. More than 1000 participants, including 43 students from Madrasas, joined the event with unwavering […]

National Conference on Vaccine and Safety Concerns Begins Aligarh, July 10

The Department of Pharmacology at JN Medical College, AMU, organized a two-day National Conference, Vaccicon-2023, on “Vaccine and Safety Concerns.” as a mark of the Presidency G-20 Summit celebration. The inaugural session witnessed experts from across the country coming together to discuss cutting-edge research and the debates on expanding access to vaccination for all and […]

Badminton, Volleyball and Table Tennis Sumer Coaching Camp Concludes

“Summer coaching camps for various sports provide very good opportunity to the students to hone their skills in respective games and learn from experts which may pave the way for a career in sports. It is also an opportunity to utilise holidays for purposeful activities and enrich oneself”, said Mr. Pankaj Kumar, ADM (E), Aligarh, […]

Application Invited for Observer ship in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics Aligarh, June 23

The Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Dr. Z A Dental College, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has invited applications for admission to the three-month observation-based training programme, “Observer ship in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics”. “BDS graduates from any institute recognized by the Dental Council of India, having completed their internship within five years of submitting […]

International Yoga Day Observed Aligarh, June 23, 2023

The National Service Scheme (NSS), Aligarh Muslim University observed International Yoga Day by organizing a Yoga Asanas event and a lecture, in line with the theme of the day, “Vasudeva Kutumbakam” and to mark “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav”. The experts and instructors from the Department of Physical Education, AMU, including Mr Dharmendra Kumar, Mr Arish […]

AMU Academic Gets Young Scientist Award

Dr. Faizan Ahmad, Assistant Professor, Department of Post Harvest Engineering and Technology, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) was conferred with the Young Scientist Award-2023 during the 5th International Conference on Climate Change and its Impact, held at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Srinagar. Dr. Ahmad also presented a research paper in the conference entitled “Chenopodium album mediated synthesis […]

Workshop Concludes with Certificate Distribution Aligarh, June 24, 2023

The week-long workshop on “Personality Development” organized by the Coaching and Guidance Cell, M.M. Hall, Aligarh Muslim University concluded with the distribution of certificate of participation to the participants. In his remarks, the chief guest, Prof Asfar Ali Khan, Director, School Directorate, AMU urged the participants to make the best use of their time in […]

Training Programme Concludes

A two-week training programme in “Autodesk Revit and BIM software”, organized by the Department of Architecture, Z.H. College of Engineering and Technology, Aligarh Muslim University, concluded here Friday. The programme was organized in collaboration with the Heritage Cell, AMU and a number of participants from other departments and universities attended the training. Addressing the valedictory […]

Hockey Summer Coaching Camp concludes Aligarh, June 26, 2023

The Summer Hockey Coaching Camp, organized by the Hockey Club, Aligarh Muslim University concluded with the distribution of certificates to the participants by the chief guest, Prof Moinuddin, Member, Executive Council, AMU. In his address, Prof Moinuddin urged the participants to attend the practice session regularly and sharpen their sports skills to excel in Hockey […]

Symposium on #G20 Organized at AMU

Aligarh, June 26: In the series of events and programmes celebrating India’s G20 Presidency, the Sir Syed Academy, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) organized a symposium wherein speakers delineated the major theme and concerns of G20 forum and the role of India in taking up the issues of the local and global concern on behalf of the […]

Doctors’ Day Celebrated at Dept of Cardiology JNMC

Aligarh, July 1: To mark the Doctor’s Day celebration, a function was organized at JNMC, AMU. Addressing the event, Prof Asif Hasan, Chairman, Department of Cardiology, emphasized the importance of addressing the challenges posed by young coronary artery disease (CAD), which affects approximately 15 to 20 percent of patients under the age of 45. This particular […]

25 Students of AMU Honoured with SSGSA Award

Aligarh, June 28: The Sir Syed Education Society of North America (SSESNA), a non-profit organization based in the United States, has honoured 25 students and alumni from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) with the prestigious Sir Syed Global Scholar Award (SSGSA) for the academic session 2023-24. This esteemed program received a large number of exceptional applications from […]

AMU Expert Delivers a Lecture on Musk Deer

ALIGARH July 3: Dr. Orus Ilyas, Department of Wildlife Sciences, Aligarh Muslim University delivered a ‘Golden Jubilee Lecture’ on “Musk deer: 50 years of Conservation” at a national seminar on “Importance and challenges of Kasturi (Musk) in Ayurvedic Pharmaceutics”, organised by the Regional Ayurvedic Research Institute Ranikhet, Almorah. The seminar marked the completion of 50 years […]

AMU Teacher Delivers Lecture at University of Kashmir

ALIGARH July 4: Dr. Mohammad Azhar Aziz, Director, Interdisciplinary Nanotechnology Center, Aligarh Muslim University delivered a lecture on “Precision and Personal Medicine in Colorectal Cancer” at a programme organized by the Center for Interdisciplinary Research and Innovations (CIRI), University of Kashmir. Dr. Aziz stressed the significance of ‘integration’ through scientific evidences and emphasized the need of […]

Foreign Faculty Visits the Cath lab

ALIGARH July 4: Dr Lucas Testa, a renowned interventional cardiologist from Italy visited the Department of Cardiology, JN Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University and performed some cardiology interventions at the Cath lab, including a few complicated angioplasties. In his talk, Dr Lucas highlighted the role of drug eluting balloon as the safer alternative to drug eluting […]

Clinical Training Programme Announced

Aligarh, July 5: Applications have been invited for the next batch of observation based short term clinical training programme in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery beginning from August 1 at the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr Z A Dental College, Aligarh Muslim University. Prof Ghulam Sarwar Hashmi, Chairman of the department said that BDS graduates […]

Department of Plant Protection Celebrates “WORLD FIREFLY DAY”

Aligarh, July 5: The Department of Plant Protection, Aligarh Muslim University in collaboration with the national initiative “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav” and the global platform “G20 summit,” celebrated “World Firefly Day” on July 3. This event aimed to raise awareness about the ecological significance of fireflies, showcasing the department’s commitment to environmental sustainability and biodiversity conservation. The […]

Pacemaker Camp Organized at JNMCH on July 5th

Aligarh, July 8: The Department of Cardiology at JN Medical College, AMU, successfully organized a pacemaker camp on July 5th at OPD 14 premises. The camp aimed to assist patients with pacemakers or implanted devices such as AICD and CRTD. During the event, patients underwent thorough interrogation and received appropriate advice based on their condition. Many […]

Shayam Saran to Deliver The G-20 Sir Syed Memorial Lecture ON 15TH JULY

Aligarh, July 8: Mr. Shyam Saran, Former Foreign Secretary, Government of India is going to deliver the prestigious annual G-20 Sir Syed Memorial Lecture-2023 on Saturday, 15th July, 2023 at the JNMC Auditorium, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) at 10:45 am. He will speak on “Revisiting India’s Foreign Policy”. Sir Syed Memorial Lecture is a very […]

45th International Conference of the Linguistic Society of India 20-22 November, 2023 Organized by Department of Linguistics Aligarh Muslim University Aligarh

Linguistic Society of India (LSI) founded in 1928 is a learned society of Linguists that works to promote the scientific study of language. The society publishes a scholarly journal Indian Linguistics. Since 1970, LSI has been organizing an annual conference every year in collaboration with various Institutions to showcase current research in linguistics, foster discussion […]

Breeding and Biotechnological Applications For Sustainable Crop Health Management

Plant Breeding has always played a pivotal role in human history from revolutionizing agriculture to feed the ever- growing population. However, longer time invested in variety development and breeding cycles presents a stum- bling block to an accelerated response of plant breeders to the growing de- mand for food production. Breeding and biotechnological approaches for […]

Two Day National Seminar on Digital Agricultural Marketing Date: 03 & 04th August, 2023

Background Agriculture is an important sector for the Indian economy, providing food and other essential products for consumers. The digital revolution has transformed the way we do business, and agriculture is no exception. In today’s world, digital technology has transformed the way businesses operate, including the agriculture industry. With the increasing use of the internet […]

One Day Visit Organized by Industry Institute Interaction Cell -IIIC, 7/5/2023

Event Organized The 18th Heads of State and Government Summit of the Group of 20 (G20), under the Indian Presidency, is scheduled to take place in New Delhi, India, during September 2023. The summit will revolve around the theme of ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future’. As part of the G20 proceedings, the National Innovation […]

Training on “Operation, Repair and Maintenance of Agricultural Machinery

NOTIFICATION The Department of Agricultural Engineering, Faculty of Agriculture, Assam Agriculture University, Jorhat in association with Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat is organizing one month long training on “Operation, Repair and Maintenance of Agricultural Machinery” during 01.08.2023 to 30.08.2023. The training is funded by the Department of Agriculture, Government of Assam. The training expenditure, […]

10 Indian Unleashing Horticultural Potential for Self-Reliant India November 06-09, 2023

Background Horticulture sector is moving at a fast pace owing to its immense potential in improving nutrition and well- being, raising farm income, generating employment opportunities and earning foreign exchange. Horticulture is also recognized as a major driver of growth in agriculture in India. It contributes nearly 30 per cent of the gross domestic product […]

10th Indian Horticulture Congress-2023 on Unleashing Horticultural Potential for Self-Reliant India Venue: Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Assam (November 06-09, 2023)

Announcement Horticulture sector is moving at a fast pace owing to its immense potential in improving nutrition and wellbeing, raising farm income, generating employment opportunities and earning foreign exchange. The horticulture sector has also recognized as a major driver of growth in agriculture by contributing nearly 30 per cent to the agriculture gross domestic product […]

Revisiting French Indology through Intercultural Approaches Organised by Department of French Studies Faculty of Arts Banaras Hindu University October 30th – November 1st, 2023

Synopsis India has always been a source of inspiration and wonder for the Western world. This fascination has led to a multitude of representations and interpretations of India, ranging from idealized and romanticized notions to more realistic and darker perspectives. The diversity of representations of India in Western literature is a testament to the profound […]

Focus on ‘The Sacred and Typography’ 26th, 27th and 28th of October 2023

  Typography Day will be held for the sixteenth time on 26th, 27th and 28th of October 2023 hosted by Department of Applied Arts, Faculty of Visual Arts Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi (BHU Varanasi) in collaboration with the IDC School of Design (IDC), Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay) with support from India Design […]

National Food & Agriculture Vyapar Expo 16 – 20 OCT 2023

INTRODUCTION Department of DairyScience & Food Technology: The Department of Dairy Science & Food Technology is newly established department in the premises of Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University established on October 10, 2019. This department has its origin as Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying which was established in 1981 in the Institute […]

All India Undergraduate Academic Convention in Biotechnology August 25-26,2023

Background: There is no doubt that biotechnology is an excellent career choice due to its dynamic & interdisciplinary nature. More importantly, biotechnology holds the key to solve many problems of human society – agriculture & food security, medicine, environment, and energy. Several students opt for the biotechnology for their subsequent career path after class 12. […]

HPAU Research Scholars Leave for Training in USA and Mexico Palampur 24 June dated June 26, 2023

HPAU research scholars leave for training in USA and Mexico Palampur 24 June. Three Ph.D. scholars of CSK H.P. Agriculture University have been selected for trainings at reputed International Institutions in the USA and Mexico. Ms. Priyanka and Ms.Kaldate Supriya will be getting training on ‘Advanced breeding and genomic techniques for characterizing and enhancing disease […]

Indian Army Signs MoU with CSKHPAU for Trainings to Exservicemen June 02, 2023

Palampur 2 June. CSK H.P.Agriculture University has signed MoU with Indian Army. Prof H.K.Chaudhary, Vice Chancellor told that the University will provide training and expertise in the field of protected cultivation and integrated cultivation of vegetable crops, horticulture, mushroom cultivation, post-harvest and value addition, dairy and organic and natural farming, poultry farming, startup initiatives, bee-Keeping, […]

“Utilize New Technologies to Educate Farmers and Students.”, Suggests Shri Akshay Sood, IAS Secretary Finance June 01, 2023

Palampur 1 June. Shri Akshay Sood , IAS, Secretary (Finance), Govt of Himachal Pradesh during his visit to CSK H.P. Agriculture University has asked the University to utilize new technologies available at the campus to educate farmers, teachers and students. Prof. H. K. Chaudhary, Vice Chancellor, apprised the Secretary about major academic, research, extension education […]

Prof H.K.Chaudhary, Vice Chancellor Conferred with Honorary Col Commandant Rank at CSKHPAU

Palampur 31 May.Prof. H.K.Chaudhary,Vice Chancellor was conferred with the honorary rank of Colonel Commandant of NCC in an impressive pipping ceremony at CSK H.P. Agriculture University, here today.Brigadier Rohit Datta decorated Prof Chaudhary with Col Commandent rank. In his address Brig Datta conveyed congratulations to the Vice Chancellor on behalf of Director General NCC and […]

Training Workshop for Akashwani and Doordarshan Broadcasters at CSKHPAU Develop Strategic Communications Plan, Advises Prof H.K.Chaudhary, Vice Chancellor May 29, 2023

Palampur 29 May. A five days training workshop for Akashwani and Doordarshan broadcasters began at CSK H.P. Agriculture University, here today. Organised jointly by the University and National Academy of Broadcasting and Multimedia(NABM), Prasar Bharti New Delhi, the workshop was inaugurated by Prof. H.K.Chaudhary, Vice Chancellor. In his inaugural address, Prof. Chaudhary emphasised the need […]

CSKHPAU Gets National Award for Quality Seed Production May 27, 2023

Palampur 27 May. The quality seed production programme at CSK H.P. Agriculture University has got a national award. Prof H.K.Chaudhary, Vice-Chancellor told that under All India Coordinated Research Project on Seed (Crops), the quality seed production in the Department of Seed Science and Technology has been awarded the prestigious Best Performance Centre Award 2022-23. This […]

CSKHPAU Scientist Provide Trainings on Drudgery Reduction to Farm women May 25, 2023

Palampur 25 May. The scientists of CSK H.P. Agriculture University organized three days training camps on drudgery reduction. Organized by the Department of Family Resource Management and Consumer Science of College of Community Science under Rastriya Krishi Vikas Yojna, these camps focused on “Drudgery Mitigation of Hill Farm Women through Improved Technologies” in Chatter, Kona, […]

Bee Research Station to be linked with Tourism: Sh R.S.Bali May 23, 2023

Palampur 20 May.World honey bee day was celebrated at Bee Research Station (BRS) of CSK H.P.Agriculture University at Nagrota Bagwan, 25 KMs from here today. While addressing bee keepers and scientists, Chief Guest Sh R.S.Bali, Chairman, H.P.Tourism Development Corporation, said that historic BRS will be linked with Tourism and quality honey of the station and […]

Report on NSS activities during 2022-23

National Service Scheme (NSS)has been functioning in all six colleges viz. Trihut College of Agriculture (TCA) Dholi; College of Fisheris (CoF ), Dholi; College of Basic Science and Humanities (CoBSH), Pusa; College of Agriculture Engineering (CoAE), Pusa; College of community Science (CoCS), Pusa; to prepare students to render the community services and make them responsible […]

“Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment)” Programme (22nd May, 2023 to 28th May, 2023)

With the advocacy of ministries, a week-long awareness campaign was organized in Dr Rajendra Prasad Central Agriculture University through Centre for Advance Studies on Climate Change and other departments from 22nd to 28th May, 2023 for “Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment)” with theme “Climate Resilient and Smart Agriculture” patronized by Dr. P.S. Pandey, Honorable Vice-Chancellor, […]

Vet Varsity Organizes First Nili Ravi Milking Competition April 6

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana organized ‘Nili Ravi Milking Competition’ from 4th to 6th April, 2023. Buffalo farmers with per animal milk yield of more than 15 kg per day participated in this competition. The prime objective of the milking competition was identification of high milk yielding Nili Ravi buffaloes […]

Vet Varsity inaugurates 24 hour functional Dr. Jasmer Singh Hall April 12

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana added another feather in its cap by inaugurating a 24 hour working Reading Hall for the students and staff members of varsity. The Hall has been named after its alumnus Dr. Jasmer Singh, an eminent founder of College of Veterinary Science, Ludhiana who retired as HoD […]

Vet Varsity to hold Athletic Meet on April 18 April 13

All the arrangements have been made to organize the 15th Athletic Meet of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University Ludhiana. This information was shared by Dr. Satyavan Rampal, Director Student’s welfare GADVASU. While informing about the event he said that Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Vice Chancellor GADVASU will inaugurate the meet on 18th of […]

Annual Athletic Meet of Vet Varsity Concludes April 18

The 15th Annual Athletic meet of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) was held today on 18th April, 2023. Dr. Satyavan Rampal, Director Student Welfare informed that students of all the Colleges situated in the GADVASU Campus namely College of Veterinary Science, College of Dairy Science and Technology, College of Fisheries, College […]

Vet Varsity celebrates Parkash Purb of Guru Angad Dev ji April 22

Bhog of Sri Akhand Path Sahib of Shri Guru Granth Sahib ji was solemnised by devotees at Guru Anagd Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana in connection with the Parkash Purb of Guru Angad Dev ji. Community langar was served after the bhog. It is pertinent to mention that the veterinary university was established […]

Goat Farming: An Enterprise with larger opportunities – Vet Experts April 25

Department of Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana organized a one-week training course on Goat Farming. Dr. Rajesh Kasrija and Dr. Jaswinder Singh, coordinated this training. A total of 47 trainees (including five women farmers) from Punjab and adjoining states participated in this training programme. The […]

Dr Amandeep Sharma Appointed as Adjunct Faculty American University April 26

Dr Amandeep Sharma, Associate Professor (Dairy Engineering) of College of Dairy Science and Technology, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana has been appointed as adjunct professor in Southern Illinois University (SIU), Carbondale, USA. Dr R.S. Sethi, Dean, College of Dairy Science and Technology elaborated that Dr Sharma will be jointly co-supervising post […]

13th IDEA Convention and International Conference October 13-14,2023

ON Recent Advances in Engineering Applications for Sustainable Dairying. October 13-14, 2023 Organized by College of Dairy Science and Technology Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana Under the aegis of Indian Dairy Engineers Association (IDEA) IMPORTANT DATES Early bird registration: July 31 , 2023 Late registration: August 1 , 2023, onwards Last […]

Vet Varsity Changes Hospital Timings April 30

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana changed hospital timings as per directions of the Govt of Punjab about change of timings in government institutions. Now the hospital will start working from 7:30 a.m to 2:00 pm from May 2, 2023. OPD timings will be from 7:30 am to 12:00 noon on […]

Speaker, Punjab Legislative Assembly Preside over 3rd Convocation of Vet Varsity May 6

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana organized the third Convocation on May 06, 2023. S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan, Speaker, Punjab Legislative Assembly graced the convocation as Chief Guest while S. Laljit Singh Bhullar, Cabinet Minister of Animal Husbandry, Fisheries and Dairy Development, Punjab was the Guest of Honour. S. Rupinder Singh Sodhi, […]

Farmer Producer Organization – a Gateway to Connect Farmers With Market: Vet Experts May 11

Directorate of Extension Education, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana organised two Mobilization and Awareness programmes for Promotion of Farmer Producer Organization (FPO) at village Mushkabad and village Khirnian (Block Samrala, District Ludhiana). A total of 40 dairy farmers participated in these programmes. Dr Rajesh Kasrija, Principal Investigator, highlighted that FPO is […]

Vet Varsity to Research for Revival of Livelihood Opportunities in Sheep Husbandry May 16

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University’s scientists awarded a research project of Rs. 232.15 lakhs from Ministry of Dairying, Animal Husbandry and Fishery, Government of India under National Livestock Mission. In this project scientists will conduct research for next 3 years to develop a sustainable intensive sheep farming model for mutton production to […]

Vet Varsity Signs an MOU with EpiPointe to Promote One Health May 18

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with EpiPointe of North Carolina, USA to promote cooperation and accelerate research and training in ‘One Health’. This unique private-public partnership reinforces the importance of multi-sector networks and will serve as a “knowledge hub” to further explore zoonotic disease trends […]

Vet Varsity Signs MOU with Punjab Remote Sensing Centre for Fisheries and Livestock Sectors May 20

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Punjab Remote Sensing Centre (PRSC), Ludhiana to promote scientific and academic collaboration for optimal utilization of land/water resources with the assistance of geospatial technologies, for sustainable development of livestock and fisheries sectors in the region.Dr. Meera D. Ansal, […]

Need to Develop Goat as The Animal for The Future – Vet Experts May 22

The Directorate of Extension Education, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana and College of Veterinary Science, Rampura Phul jointly organized a field day in village, Jethuke for goat farmers under All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Goat Improvement (Beetal Field Unit). Dr. Parkash Singh Brar, Director of Extension Education said […]

S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian,Cabinet Minister Visits Vet Varsity June 24

S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian, cabinet minister of Punjab for Agriculture and Farmers‘ Welfare, Animal Husbandry Fisheries & Dairy Development and Food Processing paid a maiden visit to Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana. On this occasion Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Vice-Chancellor of the University said that the University is constantly striving for the […]

Vet Varsity Celebrates International Yoga Day June 21

Volunteers of the National Service Scheme (NSS), NCC Cadets, faculty and staff of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University celebrated 9th International Yoga Day at the university campus. It was all about the spirit of healthy living and fitness. Volunteers performed a blend of yoga asanas including Pranayam, Surya Namaskar and different Yogic […]

Vet Varsity Inaugurates Meat Products Sale outlet June 22

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana, started a sale point for processed meat and egg products near Hatchery Unit of GADVASU in PAU Campus. Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Vice Chancellor, GADVASU, while inaugurating the sale outlet asserted that this sale point is one of the significant efforts of the university in providing […]

Vet Varsity Organizes Orientation Workshop on Intensive Aquaculture May 24

An orientation workshop on intensive aquaculture technologies i.e., recirculatory aquaculture system (RAS) and Biofloc basedAquaculture (BFA), was organized by College of Fisheries (COF), Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) for capacity building of officials of Department of Fisheries (DOF), Punjab and aspiring farmers/youth of the State. Nineteen Fisheries Officers/Senior Fisheries Officers and […]

To Improve Productivity of Dairy Animals, Vet Varsity organizes Brainstorming sessions May 29

Two brainstorming sessions on animal reproduction and management were organized at Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana with the aim of increasing per animal productivity of dairy animals and to set the future roadmap. Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Vice Chancellor chaired these sessions. The eminent guests for reproduction session were Dr. A K […]

Speaker Punjab Legislative Assembly visits Vet Varsity May 30

S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan, Speaker, Punjab Legislative Assembly visited Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University,Ludhiana. He chaired a meeting in the presence of Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Vice-Chancellor and Dean, Directors and officers of the University in which various issues concerning livestock sector deliberated upon. Dr. Inderjeet Singh said that the contribution of animal […]

Vet Varsity Students outshine in Government Placement Drive May 31

In a moment of great pride and achievement, College of Dairy Science and Technology, (CODST) Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana has witnessed a surge in the selection of its students for government job positions. Dr. R.S. Sethi, Dean, CODST informed that 23 pass out students of CODST got selected for […]

Good Food, Health & Nutrition Takes Centre Stage at Vet Varsity on World Milk Day June 2

College of Dairy Science & Technology, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) celebrated World Milk Day by organizing a one-day seminar on “Good Food, Health, & Nutrition”. Dr. R. S. Sethi, Dean, College of Dairy Science & Technology, informed that the seminar was organized to raise awareness about the significance of milk […]

Vet Varsity Holds Brainstorming Session on “Health Strategies for Enhancing Productivity of Dairy Animals” June 5

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana holds brainstorming session to carve out health strategies for enhancing productivity of dairy animals. XXI Annual Convocation cum Scientific Convention of National Academy of Veterinary Sciences is going to held on July 1-2, 2023 at GADVASU under the theme ‘Strategies for Enhancing Productivity of Dairy Animals’ […]

Vet Varsity Celebrates World Environment Day June 7

National Level Awareness Campaign on Eco-Responsible Aquaculture was conducted by College of Fisheries (COF), Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) on the occasion of World Environment Day (WED) to create awareness about environment protection and eco-responsibility. The WED was celebrated for the 1st time in 1973 after its announcement in 1972 by […]

Vet Varsity Flags off Undergraduate Students to Malaysia for Training June 9

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana flagged off 15 B.Tech Dairy Technology (Batch 2019) students from College of Dairy Science and Technology (CODST) foran international training programme on “International Collaborative Training Program on Advances in Quality and Safety Assessment of Animal Based Foods” at University Putra Malaysia (UPM), Malaysia from 10th […]

Vet Varsity Conducts Camp to Check Infertility Issues of Dairy Animals June 14

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana conducted a camp to check infertility issues of dairy animals at Village Dhaner under Farmer FIRST Project. It was organized with the guidance of Dr. Parkash Singh Brar, Director of Extension Education-cum-Nodal Officer of Farmer FIRST Project and Dr. Parminder Singh, Principal Investigator (PI) of the […]

Training on “Fish Farming” Concludes at Vet Varsity June 15

Five-day Training on Fish Farming was organized by the College of Fisheries (COF), Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana to cater to capacity building needs. 18 aspiring stakeholders from different districts of Punjab, including three prospective women aspirants attended the programme. Training Coordinator Dr. Vaneet Inder Kaur, Principal Scientist (Fisheries) shared […]

Speaker, Punjab Legislative Assembly preside over 3rd Convocation of Vet Varsity

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana organized the third Convocation on May 06, 2023. S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan, Speaker, Punjab Legislative Assembly graced the convocation as Chief Guest while S. Laljit Singh Bhullar, Cabinet Minister of Animal Husbandry, Fisheries and Dairy Development, Punjab was the Guest of Honour. S. Rupinder Singh Sodhi, […]

Secretary, DARE & DG, ICAR visited KVK Coochbehar on the Occasion of Celebration of Golden Jubilee Year of KVKs and International Year of Millet 2023 April 5, 2023

A special function was organized at KVK Cooch Behar under the aegis of ICAR- Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Kolkata to commemorate the Golden Jubilee Year of KVKs, Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Secretary, DARE & DG, ICAR graced the occasion with the flagging off the Millet Procession for awareness generation among the common mass as […]

Hon’ble Secretary, DARE and DG, ICAR Visited an Entrepreneurial Mushroom Unit of a Young Engineer Guided by Coochbehar KVK 6 th April, 2023

Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Hon’ble Secretary, DARE & DG, ICAR today visited the BM Mushroom Enterprise at Jatrapur village in Cooch Behar District, West Bengal. This mushroom farm is not only producing high quality mushroom spawn, but also mushroom value-added products are being produced, which are marketed to different parts of the country. He interacted with […]

‘World Intellectual Property Day 2023’ celebrated at ICAR-ATARI Kolkata 26 th April, 2023

ICAR-ATARI Kolkata organized ‘World Intellectual Property Day 2023’ on 26th April, 2023 under the Chairmanship of Dr. Pradip Dey, Director of the Institute on the theme ‘Women and IP: Accelerating Innovations and Creativity’. The Scientists from ICAR-NBSS & LUP, Kolkata Centre, and scientists and all the staff of ICAR-ATARI Kolkata were present in the occasion. […]

Hon’ble Secretary DARE and DG, ICAR inaugurated Natural Farming Demonstration Unit at Kalyan KVK 22 May, 2023

Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Hon’ble Secretary DARE and DG, ICAR inaugurated the Natural Farming Demonstration Unit of at Kalyan KVK, Purulia today. The Unit has unique display of ingredients and preparation procedures of Beejamrit, Jivamrit, Neemastra, Brahmastra, Agniastra etc. Dr. Pathak in his address apprised the farmers and others present during the occasion about the significance […]

ICAR-ATARI Kolkata organized NICRA Field visit at Paiyong Busty, Kalimpong, Kolkata, 12.06.2023

ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Kolkata organized field visit of National Innovations on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA)-TDC Project at Paiyong Busty, Kalimpong on June 7, 2023. Mr. Ruden Saga Lepcha, Member of Legislative Assembly, Kalimpong West Bengal urged upon on rain water harvesting for cultivation and domestic purposes. He emphasized to develop various enterprises like […]

Brainstorming on “Challenges and Solutions in Implementation of Natural Farming in North-Western India” Organized by ICAR-ATARI,1 June 2023 Ludhiana

ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana organized a Brainstorming Meeting on “Challenges and Solutions in Implementation of Natural Farming in North-Western India” on June 1, 2023. The meeting aimed at clarifying doubts related to Natural Farming through the identification of efficient and practical solutions and developing a roadmap for innovative and efficient cooperative/ digital/ direct marketing models for Natural […]

Awareness programme on Nutritional Importance of Millets (As part of International Year of Millets Activity)

KVK: Mahabubnagar (Palem) Event: Awareness programme on Nutritional Importance of Millets (As part of International Year of Millets Activity) Date: 27.04.2023 Venue: Vasanthapur Village, Bijinapally (M), Nagarkurnool(Dist.) Participants type & No: Farmers, NSS students & 72 Activity Details: Awareness programme on Nutritional Importance of Millets. Explained about the scope of establishment of millet based value […]

Farm Advisory Service on YMV Management in Blackgram

KVK: Sivagangai Name of the activity: Farm Advisory Service on YMV management in blackgram. Date of Activity: 02.05.2023 Place of Activity: Kannangudi Brief details of Activity: Advisories done to skip YVM by using YMV reisistant varieties. Use Yellow Sticky traps 12 nos/ha Rogue out the infected plants upto 45 days. Foliar spray of Notchi leaf […]

Extension Activity – NFDB Sponsered Five days Training Programme on Integrated Aquaculture.

KVK: Warangal (Mamnoor) Name of the Activity: Extension Activity – NFDB Sponsered Five days training programme on integrated aquaculture. Date : 01-05-2023 (First Day) Participants Type & Number: Fish Farmers, Farm Women & 25 Place : KVK, Mamnoor, Khila Warangal Mandal, Warangal District. Activity Details : Dr.N.Rajanna, PC & Head, KVK, Mamnoor inaugurated the five […]

Mann Ki Baat – Celebrating 100th Episode

KVK: Dindigul Name of the activity: Mann Ki Baat – Celebrating 100th episode Participants type & No.of farmers & Farm Women: 97 Place: KVK, Gandhigram, Dindigul. Activity details: As a part of celebration of Mann ki Baat 100th episode by Hon’ble Prime Minister, KVK Dindigul had organised a programme with farmers. Dr.V.P.R. Sivakumar, Registrar, The […]

Conducted Field Visit in Rainfall Affected Sesamum and Chilli Crop

KVK: Prakasam Darsi Participants type and Number: Farmers -20 Name of the event: Field visit in sesamum, chili and brinjal crop Visit to Sheep and goat rearing unit Venue : Nagumbotlapalem, Bandiveligandla Date : 4.05.2023 Activity details: Conducted field visit in rainfall affected sesamum and chili crop . Documented success story on DAMU agro advisories […]

Conducted Farmers Field Visits, Demonstrations and Campaign in The Farmers Field

KVK: Tiruppur Date: 05.05.2023 Activity: Conducted Farmers field visits, demonstrations and campaign in the farmers field. The local Minister Vellakovil Saminathan presides over the function and District Collector advised the farmers for the importance of nutrients and soil test. The TNAU Scientists were diagnosing pests and disease problems in coconut at Maniyampalayam perunthozgavu Village of […]

KVK Field Activity Tracker (Daily Dossier)”Intensive Crop Production Technologies”

KVK: Theni Date : 08.05.2023 Event : Capacity building Training on “Intensive Crop Production technologies” for Community Farm School Trainers of Vaalnthu Kaatuvom Scheme. Place: Seminar hall, KVK Target Group: Farmers group leaders (44 Nos.) Activity Details: First Day Training – The following topics are covered Lecture delivered on Importance of soil testing and sustainable […]

“Farmers Scientists Interaction on Early Sowing of Rice Crop during the Kharif Season”

KVK: Nizamabad (Rudrur) Date: 11.05.2023 (Thursday) Title: “Farmers Scientists Interaction on Early Sowing of Rice Crop during the Kharif Season” Venue: Regional Sugarcane and Rice Research Station(RS&RRS), RudrurActivity: KVK, Nizamabad, (Rudrur) has organized a Farmers Scientists Interaction Meet on Early Sowing of Rice Crop during the Kharif Season. Dr.P.Raghurami Reddy, Principal Scientist,(Rice), Institute of Rice […]

Internship Training Programme on Fish Processing Technology has been Organized by KVK

KVK: Nagapattinam Name of the activity: Internship Training Programme on Fish Processing Technology has been organized by KVK, Sikkal, Nagapattinam to the B.Voc.,(Marine Food Processing & Preservation Tech nology) studentsof the A.D.M College for Women, Nagapattinam.. Training given: Fish Processing Technology – an intro. Biochemical composition of fish & shellfish. Nutritional significance of fish & […]

College of Agriculture, Iroisemba, CAU, Imphal Awarded 2nd Prize for Best Display,Excellent Achievements and Valuable Supports in the Feld of Organic Farming During the Agri-Horti Expo

College of Agriculture, Iroisemba, CAU, Imphal awarded 2nd prize for best display,excellent achievements and valuable supports in the field of organic farming during the Agri-Horti Expo for Organic and Indigenous Products of Manipur and Buyer and Seller Meet which was held at Hapta Kanjeibung, Palace Compound, Imphal from 28th to 30 th April 2023.   […]

Interaction Programme of the Hon’ble Vice President of India Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar

Interaction Programme of the Hon’ble Vice President of India Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar with Faculties/Scientists of Central Institutions and Master Craftspersons & National Awardees at Manipur University, Imphal on 3rd May, 2023.The programme was graced by Madam Dr. (Smt.) Sudesh Dhankhar wife of Hon’ble Vice President of India; Hon’ble Governor of Manipur Smt. Anusuiya Uikey; Hon’ble […]

Honourable Chief Minister of Manipur, Shri N. Biren Singh visits the stall of College of Agriculture, Iroisemba, CAU, Imphal During the Inaugural Programme of Agri-Horti Expo

Honourable Chief Minister of Manipur, Shri N. Biren Singh visits the stall of College of Agriculture, Iroisemba, CAU, Imphal during the Inaugural Programme of Agri-Horti Expo for Organic and Indigenous Products of Manipur and Buyer and Seller Meet which is being held at Hapta Kanjeibung, Palace Compound, Imphal from 28th to 30 th April 2023. […]

ICAR- CAZRI organized Events on the Occasion of World Soil Day on 5 th December 2022

One hundred fifty farmers from Sar and Sinli villages of Jodhpur district participated in an event organized by CAZRI on 5th December under the SCSP programme. Dr. Mahesh Kumar, Principal Scientist and the Coordinator, SCSP, CAZRI, Dr. R. S. Yadav, Principal Scientist and Dr. Shrvan Kumar, Scientist spoke about the objectives and importance of World […]

Celebration of World Environmental Day at ICAR-CAZRI, RRS,Pali Marwar

The ICAR-CAZRI, Regional Research Station-Pali, celebrated the ‘World Environment Day on 5th June 2023 on Mission LiFE., Lifestyle for environment. A total of 20 participant including the institute’s scientific, technical, supporting staff and contractual labour staff attended the programme. The tree planting program was initiated by planting of 25 trees with four different tree species […]

Specialized Training Programme on Quail Production (22 – 27 May, 2023)

ICAR- Central Avian Research Institute, Izatnagar, Bareilly (UP) is the national research institute on poultry research under the aegis of ICAR, Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer welfare, Govt. of India, New Delhi, established in 1979, conducts research on different aspects of poultry. Training is also one of the […]

Hybrid Short Term Training Programme on Poultry Production Management (04-08 October, 2023)

ICAR- Central Avian Research Institute, Izatnagar, Bareilly (UP) is the national research institute on poultry research under the aegis of ICAR, Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer welfare, Govt. of India, New Delhi, established in 1979, conducts research on different aspects of poultry. Training is also one of the […]

Hybrid Short Term Training Programme on Poultry Production Management (09-13 October, 2023)

ICAR- Central Avian Research Institute, Izatnagar, Bareilly (UP) is the national research institute on poultry research under the aegis of ICAR, Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer welfare, Govt. of India, New Delhi, established in 1979, conducts research on different aspects of poultry. Training is also one of the […]

Hybrid Short Term Training Programme on Poultry Production Management (21-25 August, 2023)

ICAR- Central Avian Research Institute, Izatnagar, Bareilly (UP) is the national research institute on poultry research under the aegis of ICAR, Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer welfare, Govt. of India, New Delhi, established in 1979, conducts research on different aspects of poultry. Training is also one of the […]

Hybrid Short Term Training Programme on Poultry Production Management (05-09 June, 2023)

ICAR- Central Avian Research Institute, Izatnagar, Bareilly (UP) is the national research institute on poultry research under the aegis of ICAR, Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer welfare, Govt. of India, New Delhi, established in 1979, conducts research on different aspects of poultry. Training is also one of the […]

About XVI Agricultural Science Congress Transformation of Agri-Food Systems for Achieving Sustainable Development Goals 10-13 October 2023 | Kochi, Kerala, India

The XVI Agricultural Science Congress is being organized by the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS). The Congress will be hosted by the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), Kochi from 10 to 13th October 2023 in offline mode. The venue of the congress is Hotel Le Méridien, Kochi, Kerala. The President, NAAS, New Delhi, […]

ICAR- CCARI, Goa Organized a Campaign on Soil Health in the Goa Krishi Mahotsav @ Mission LiFE

ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, and ICAR- KVK, North Goa, participated in the Goa Krishi Mahotsav at Ponda, Goa, during 19-20 May, 2023 and campaigned for soil health management under Mission Lifestyle for Environment to emphasize the importance of soil health in sustainable agriculture. Shri Rahul Kulkarni, ACTO, and Shri Vishwajeet Prajapati, Technical Officer, enlightened Krishi […]

ICAR-CCARI, Goa Organized a Programme on Drone Application in Agriculture @ Mission LiFE

ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, and ICAR- KVK, North Goa, organized a programme on awareness and demonstration of drone application in agriculture to the progressive farmers from Sonaal Village, North Goa on 23 May, 2023 under Mission Lifestyle for Environment. During this programme Shri Rahul Kulkarni, ACTO briefed the farmers about the utility, importance […]

ICAR-CCARI, Goa Organized an Awareness Programme on Drone Demonstration @ Mission LiFE

ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, and ICAR- KVK, North Goa, organized a programme on awareness and demonstration of drone application in agriculture to the College students of Navalbhau College of Agriculture, Amalner, Jalgaon, Maharashtra on 24 May, 2023 under Mission Lifestyle for Environment. During this programme Shri Vinod Ubarhande briefed the students about the importance and […]

ICAR-CCARI, Goa Organized a Programme on the Promotion of Climate Resilient Crops @ Mission LiFE

ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, and ICAR- KVK, North Goa, organized a programme on promotion of climate resilient crops in Mayem Village, North Goa on 25 May, 2023 under Mission Lifestyle for Environment. During this programme, Dr. Monica Suresh Singh, SMS (Agril. Extension), briefed the participants about different climate resilient technologies developed by our […]

ICAR-CCARI, Goa Organized an Ideation Hackathon on Composting/Biogas Production @ Mission LiFE

ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, and ICAR- KVK, North Goa, organized an Ideation Hackathon on Composting/Biogas production on 29 May, 2023 under Mission Lifestyle for Environment. This programme was virtual organized by Agribusiness Incubation Centre (AGNI- ABI) of ICAR-CCARI, Goa. Dr. (Ms.) Mathala Juliet Gupta, PI of AGNI- ABI in her inaugural remarks briefed […]

ICAR-CCARI Goa Organized Interface Meeting with Development Departments of Goa State

ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-CCARI), organized interface meeting with officers of Directorate of Agriculture, Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services, Directorate of Fisheries, Government of Goa, Goa State Biodiversity Board, Goa State Council of Science and Technology on 31st May 2023 at ICAR-CCARI, Old Goa to discuss various researchable issues pertaining to agriculture […]

ICAR-CCARI, Goa Organized an Awareness Programme on Rain Water Harvesting @ Mission LiFE

ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, and ICAR- KVK, North Goa, organized an awareness programme on rain water harvesting and its efficient use under the theme catch the rain on 01, June 2023 under Mission Lifestyle for Environment. Shri HRC Prabhu, I/c ICAR-KVK, North Goa briefed the participants about importance of rainwater harvesting and its […]

ICAR- CCARI, Goa Celebrated World Environment Day @ Mission LiFE

ICAR–Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute (CCARI), Goa and ICAR–Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), North Goa organized a programme to celebrate World Environment Day on 05 June, 2023 under Mission Lifestyle for Environment (Mission LiFE) to encourage sustainable life styles. Dr. A. Raizada, Director (I/c) in his speech briefed the audience about the importance of celebrating environment […]

ICAR- CCARI, Goa Organized a Campaign on Soil Health Management@Mission LiFE

ICAR–Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute (CCARI), Goa and ICAR–Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), North Goa organized a campaign on soil health management on 18 May, 2023 under Mission Lifestyle for Environment to encourage sustainable life styles. Dr. Gopal Mahajan, Senior Scientist (Soil Scientist) briefed the audience about the importance of soil health in sustainable agriculture.  He further emphasized […]

Interactive workshop on ‘Management of Openwater Fisheries of Sikkim’ held at Gangtok and field visit to Dikchu Reservoir

The ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI), Barrackpore organized an Interactive workshop on ‘Management of Open water fisheries of Sikkim’ at Gangtok in collaboration with Directorate of Fisheries (DoF), Govt. of Sikkim on 29.05.2023. The programme was organized under the overall guidance of Dr. B. K. Das, Director, ICAR-CIFRI, Barrackpore and Shri N. Jaswant, IFS, […]

ICAR-CIFRI Organized Awareness Program on Fish Disease Surveillance and Health Management at Purba Medinipur, West Bengal

Disease surveillance provides information on the health status of fish, which is an important step towards control and eradication measures, as well as to support early warning, risk assessment, contingency plans and emergency preparedness program for aquatic animal disease management. ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute has organized one day awareness program on fish disease surveillance […]

Capacity Building Programme Organized for the Fish Farmers of Munger,Bihar

ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore organized a 7- days capacity building programme on “Inland Fisheries Management” for the fish farmers of Munger district, Bihar during 16- 22nd May, 2023. A total of 30 (thirty) farmers from Munger district participated in the training programme. The training was conducted to appraise the technical know-how, and sustainable […]

ICAR-CIFRI Celebrated World Environment Day at Barrackpore,HQ

World Environment Day (WED) is celebrated annually on 5 June to encourage awareness and action for the protection of the environment. It was initiated by UNEP to provide a platform for raising awareness on environmental issues such as pollution, overpopulation, global warming, sustainable development and wildlife crime etc. It was first held in 1973, since […]

13th Indian Fisheries & Aquaculture Forum 23 to 25 February 2024 Kolkata 13th IFAF Fostering Indian Fisheries and Aquaculture for attaining Sustainable Development Goals

About 13th IFAF Indian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum is an illustrious event in the Indian fisheries sector to realize and relook into recent developments and redefine the goals that would pave the way for realistic achievements in the country. ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore, the Inland Fisheries Society of India and the Asian Fisheries […]

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 […]

Skill Development for Self-Employment to Empower Rural Women Through Arid Vegetable and Fruit Crop Technology (Organized Under Aegis of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav)

This program was organized by CIAH to enhance the awareness about the emerging employment opportunities in the sector of processed products from arid horticultural crops. This program was conducted on 4th May, 2023 for 30 rural farm women from three villages of Bikaner. Dr. Vimala Dhunkwal, Professor, SKRAU was invited as special guest and Dr […]

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 […]

CCI-CICR Project Central and South Zone (VC) Meeting

The second Project Implementation Committee meeting for Central and South Zone participating centres of the Pilot Project “Awareness and Extension Services on Best Farm Practices for Cotton Farmers to Improve Yield, Quality and Sustainability” chaired by the Director, ICAR-CICR, Nagpur was held on 13’h April 2023. Participants from CCI, ICAR-CICR, CIRCOT, CIAE and ICAR-AICRP (Cotton) […]

ICAR-CICR Holds Pre-Kharif Kisan Sammelan for Awareness of Technologies and Best Practices for Enhancing Cotton Productivity

ICAR-Central Institute for Cotton Research (CICR), organized “Pre-Kharif Kisan Sammelan” for awareness of technologies and best practices for enhancing cotton productivity” under Development Action Plan for Scheduled cast (DAPSC) on 19 th May, 2023 at ICAR-CICR campus, Nagpur. Dr. C.D. Mayee, Former Chairman ASRB, New Delhi graced the event as Chief Guest. In inaugural address, […]

ICAR-CIRB Produces Veer Gaurav Through OPU-IVEP Technology

Continuing with their success in the field of cloning, scientists of the Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes (ICAR-CIRB), Hisar, have achieved another milestone by producing a male buffalo calf (Veer Gaurav) through ovum pick up and in-vitro embryo production (OPU-IVEP) Technology from the semen of cloned bull (Hisar Gaurav) and elite female buffalo. Using […]

A Two-Days’ Training Programme on “Value Addition of Dairy Farm Waste” was organized by ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cattle

A two-days’ training programme on “Value Addition of Dairy Farm Waste” was organized by ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cattle ,Meerut on 20-21 March to sensitize the farmers and livestock owners under Schedules Caste Sub-Plan (SCSP) project of the Institute. The chief guest of the programme, Dr. Umesh Singh, Director, ICAR-CIRC, emphasized the importance of […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Conducted 29th Research Advisory Committee (RAC) Meeting

Twenty-ninth Research Advisory Committee (RAC) of ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai was constituted by ICAR, New Delhi as follows: Dr. S. M. Ilyas, Former Vice Chancellor, Narendra Dev University of Agriculture & Technology, Faizabad & FormerDirector, ICAR-NAARM, Hyderabad (Chairman). Dr. Pitam Chandra, FormerDirector, ICAR-CIAE, Bhopal (Member) Dr. S. Sreenivasan, FormerDirector, ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai (Member) Dr. Gopal P. Agarwal, Former […]

ITMU and ABIC of ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai Organized a Webinar on the Occasion of World Intellectual Property Day on 26th April 2023.

ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai celebrated World Intellectual Property Day on 26th April 2023 under Azadi ka Amrut Mahotsav India @75. A webinar was organized on WIPO theme for the year 2023 “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity” by Institute Technology Management Unit (ITMU) and Agribusiness Incubation Centre (ABIC) of the […]

Visit of Students and Faculty Members from National Institute of Fashion Technology, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai to ICAR-CIRCOT, on 27th April, 2023.

A team of 18 Students and 3 faculty members from National Institute of Fashion Technology, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai visited ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai on 27th April, 2023. They were shown Mechanical Processing Division, Quality Evaluation and Improvement Division (fiber section and weaving section) and Exhibition room. The concerned scientists and technical staff elaborated about the different products, machineries, equipment available in the […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Conducts Awareness Programme on ‘Value addition to Cotton Biomass’ at Ghatanji on April 28, 2023

Ginning Training Centre, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (CIRCOT), Nagpur organized an awareness programme “Value addition to Cotton Biomass” in association with CottonGold Farmer Producer Company Ltd., Ghatanji, Yavatmal district on April 28, 2023. A total of 50 farmers participated in the programme. The programme was inaugurated by lightening of lamps and brief […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Organized Workshop on “Role of Design, Copyright and Trademark: Scientific and Entrepreneurial Perspective” on 16th May, 2023.

ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai organized a workshop on “Role of Design, Copyright and Trademark: Scientific and Entrepreneurial Perspective” on 16th May, 2023 in line with DARE-ICAR Campaign for Azadi ka Amrut Mahotsav India@75. This workshop was arranged by ITMU and ABIC of the Institute with Support from National Agriculture Innovation Fund, […]

ICAR-CISH Organizes Awarness Programme for School Children about Future Career Opportunities Through Horticultural Research

ICAR-CISH, Lucknow organized an awareness programme for school children under Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav on Future Career Opportunities through Horticultural Research on 27th April 2023 at Vidyasthali Inter College Kanar Lucknow. Dr T Damodaran Director ICAR-CISH Lucknow in his address stressed that horticultural research and education have a tremendous potential for bringing out transformative improvements […]

Skill Development Training for Micro Irrigation Technician Program

Skill development training on Micro Irrigation technician was organized under Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) under flagship scheme of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) by ICAR-CISH, PFDC Lucknow under collaboration with National Committee on Plasticulture Application in Horticulture, New Delhi as per guidelines and qualification pack of Agricultural Skill Council of […]

ICAR-CISH Celebrated “World Intellectual Property Day” ON 26TH April 2023

ICAR- ICAR-Central Institute for Subtropical Horticulture, Rehmankhera, Lucknow celebrated “World Intellectual Property Day” on 26th April 2023 by organizing a Workshop on the theme “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity” under the chairmanship of Dr. T. Damodaran, Director. Incharge ITMU welcomed the gathering and gave an overview on WIPO and the theme of the […]

Mango Buyer-Seller Meet – 2023

A Mango Buyer-Seller Meet was organized by the Agri-Business Incubation Centre for mango export promotion on 28th April 2023. Mango exporters, farmers, traders, FPOs, Community based Organizations (CBO) from Lucknow, Sitapur, Hardoi, Lakhimpur and other nearby districts and ICAR-CISH scientists were linked through this meeting for the successful export of mango. The programme was inaugurated […]

Strengthening the Horiculture Enterpreneurs by ICAR-CASH

ICAR-CISH, Agri-Business Incubation Centre, Lucknow organized an “Incubate-Mentors Brainstorming Meeting” on 10th May, 2023. In this meeting, different horticultural startup ideas of entrepreneurs were critically discussed with the expert scientists strengthen their ideas and convert them into successful startups. A total number of 21 participants (scientists / mentors, entrepreneurs / startups and stakeholders) attended the […]

Field Visit Cum Scientist-Student Interaction

A group of 50 students of B.Sc. (Agri) course including 10 students of M Sc. (Biotechnology) and three faculty members from Maharishi University of Information Technology Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh visited at ICAR-CISH Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh on 24th May, 2023. Dr. Naresh Babu, Principal Scientist briefed about the institute’s activities and technologies to the students. Shri […]

ICAR-CIRCOT Organized ‘Common Cancer Awareness Program’ in line with DARE-ICAR Campaign for India@75 on 25th May, 2023

ICAR- Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai in collaboration with Department of Preventive Oncology, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai organized ‘Common Cancer Awareness Program’ in line with DARE-ICAR Campaign for India@75 on 25th May, 2023 in hybrid mode. The program was coordinated by Internal Committee of the Institute. The program started at 2:30 pm. […]

World Intellectual Property Day

ICAR CIRG celebrated World intellectual property day under the chairmanship of Director Dr. Manish K Chatli with Guest speaker Dr. Vidisha Garg, IP expert, Anand and Anand. The event was attended by all the Scientists and staff of CIRG. Arranged by ITMU section, CIRG, Mathura. We also thank Dr. Neeru Bhooshan ma’am ADG (IPTM) for […]

ICAR-CIWA Licensed “Women Friendly Multipurpose Integrated Vertical Nutri-Farming System (IVNFS) for Vegetable Production with Mushroom and Poultry” Technology to TANAGER, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh on April 18, 2023

The cultivable land for agriculture is shrinking due to increase in population pressure, urbanization and industrial growth. The livelihood of rural families is centered on agriculture and allied activities and in the villages of eastern India most of the households possess a small piece of land besides their home. To ensure dietary diversity and household […]

ICAR-CIWA, Bhubaneswar Organised Brainstorming Session on “Strengthening Women Dairy Cooperatives in Odisha to Countervail Market Risk” on 26th April, 2023

Cooperatives in Odisha to countervail market risk” under the Institute project of “Assessment of role of Organized dairy sector on livelihood of women” with panelist from different segments of dairy sector of Odisha and Gujarat under the Chairmanship of Dr. Anil Kumar, Principal scientist, ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar to discuss about the […]

ICAR-CIWA, Bhubaneswar Celebrated World IP day on 26 April 2023

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar celebrated World Intellectual Property Day on 26th April 2023 by organizing a National Webinar on “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity” through virtual mode. The meeting began with welcome address by Dr. A. K. Panda, Principal Scientist and OIC (ITMU), ICAR-CIWA in which he also briefed about […]

Training Calendar 2023-24

Institute training programmes Training courses in brackishwater aquaculture are conducted throughout the year by the Institute as part of the extension services and offered to the State / Central government officials, faculty members and students of Fisheries Colleges and Agricultural Universities, farmers, entrepreneurs and other stakeholders engaged in brackishwater shellfish and finfish aquaculture activities. Brainstorming […]

ICAR-CIBA Celebrated World Intellectual Property Day- on 26th April, 2023

ICAR-Central Institute of Brackish water Aquaculture (CIBA) celebrated the World Intellectual Property Day, on 26th April 2023 with the theme “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity” celebrating the “can do” attitude of women inventors, creators, and entrepreneurs around the world and their ground-breaking work. Even though an increased number of women entering the science, technology, […]

40th Institute Research Council of ICAR-CIBA Held During 26-28th April and 1st May, 2023

ICAR Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR CIBA) conducted its annual Institute Research Council Meeting (IRC) during 26-28th April and 1st May, 2023 for reviewing on-going research projects in 2022-23 and planning the research activities for the year 2023-24.  Dr. Kuldeep Kumar Lal, Director, ICAR CIBA and Chairman of the IRC in his opening remarks highlighted the […]

Report on Intellectual Property Awareness Program on 27 th April 2023

Objective: To encourage and aware faculty members and students towards commercialization of innovations and inventions. On the occasion of WORLD INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY DAY, National Agricultural Innovation Fund (NAIF) – Institute Technology Management Unit (ITMU) and Agri Business Incubation (ABI) Centre, organized an Intellectual Property awareness program for students and faculty members on 27 th April […]

Workshop on IPR and Technology Commercialization on 15th April 2023

Objective: To encourage and aware faculty members and students towards IP and technology commercialization. National Agricultural Innovation Fund (NAIF) – Institute Technology Management Unit (ITMU) and Agri Business Incubation (ABI) Centre, organized a “Workshop on IPR and Technology Commercialization” for students and faculty members on 15th May 2023, from 2.30 – 4.30 pm. A total […]

High-End Workshop (‘KARYASHALA’) Under Accelerate Vigyan Scheme of SERB, New Delhi, Government of India on ‘Advanced Food Packaging Techniques and Quality Evaluation of Packaging materials’ (19 – 27 June 2023)

Topics to be covered Fundamentals of packaging technology. Packaging material identification. Mechanical, structural, barrier and thermal properties of packaging materials. Testing and quality evaluation of paper-based packaging materials as per national and international methods. Testing and quality evaluation of flexible packaging materials as per national and international methods. Safety of plastic packaging materials and migration […]

ICAR-CIFT Handed over Fish Processing Inputs to Stakeholders

ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technology, Cochin handed over fish processing related inputs to the Chellanam-Kandakadavu Fishermen Welfare Development Co-operative Society on 18th May 2023 under the project “Food, Gender, Enterprise: Leveraging Interdisciplinarity of sustainable small-scale fisheries” funded by Royal Academy of Engineering, UK in the formal handing over programme. The project’s international partners are University […]

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 […]

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) & India Section of AOAC International

The current food safety scenario in India is ever-evolving. ICAR-CIFT is playing a proactive role to ensure food safety in India. CIFT is one of the referral/reference laboratories of FSSAI in India. Along with the network of FSSAI-National Reference Laboratories, CIFT is dedicated to develop/implement rugged analytical methods, validation/verification of rapid testing kits, development of […]

ICAR-CIFA Organised Farmer-Scientist Interface Programme on Freshwater Aquaculture in Kandhamal

ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture Bhubaneswar organized a one day Farmer-Scientist Interface program on Freshwater Aquaculture at Balandapada village, Phiringia block today. The program aimed to enhance the skills of men and women SC fish farmers in the adopted villages of Kandhamal district under DST project. Around 170 beneficiaries mostly women SHGs have attended the […]

ICAR-CIFA Organised Farmer-Scientist Interface at Raitala, Dhenkanal

ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Bhubaneswar, organized a Farmer Scientist Interface programme for the skill development of men and women SC fish farmers at Raitala, Dhenkanal under the DST project. Around 150 beneficiaries attended the programme. Sri. Prasant Nanda, AFO, Dhenkanal interacted with the beneficiaries them by emphasize the importance of aquaculture by using latest […]

16th Agricultural Science Congress in Kochi from 10 – 13 October 2023

The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) will host the 16th Agricultural Science Congress (ASC) and ASC Expo from 10 to 13 October 2023 in Kochi. Organized by the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS), New Delhi, the ASC will focus on the theme ‘Transformation of agri-food systems for achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs)’. The […]

ICAR-CIFA Organised a Scientist – Extension – Farmers Interface Meeting on Pig-cum-Fish Farming at Karbi Anglong District, Assam Bormanthi: 14.05.2023

ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Kausalyaganga, Bhubaneswar, Odisha organized a Scientists – Extension – Farmers interface meeting on Pig-cum-fish farming at Bormanthi, Karbi Anglong district of Assam on 14 May 2023 as a part of celebrating Azadi Ka Amrit Mahostav under NEH programme. The event was organized to improve the aquaculture productivity in the state […]

ICAR-CIFA Annual Training Calendar 2023-2024

About ICAR-CIFA The Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA) is the 9th best premier research institute of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research. Over the years, this institute has spread its wings from a humble beginning as a Freshwater Aquaculture Research and Training Centre (FARTC) to the present day ICAR-CIFA, an institute of national importance […]

ICAR-CIFA Organised a Capacity Building Programme for Farmers of Nagaland on Scientific Aquaculture DIMAPUR: 13.05.2023

ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Kausalyaganga, Bhubaneswar, Odisha organized a capacity building programme for farmers of Nagaland on scientific aquaculture as a part of celebrating Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav under NEH programme. The event was organized to improve the aquaculture productivity in the state of Nagaland by enriching the farmers with knowhow on recent developments […]

ICAR-CIPHET Grants License for Groundnut Based Flavoured Beverage, Curd and Paneer to Bikaji Foods International and Budding Entrepreneur from Kanpur

Groundnut/soy based products are loaded with various other essential goodness that makes it critically important for individuals on diets, people who have to enhance their overall health, as well as vegetarians and vegans around the world. In the health conscious world non dairy foods are becoming popular and ICAR-CIPHET is committed and working consistently to […]

ICAR – CIPHET, Ludhiana Signed MoU with Laxmi Jan Kalyan Sewa Sansthan, Uttar Pradesh

ICAR – Central Institute of Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology, Ludhiana and Laxmi Jan Kalyan Sewa Sansthan, Uttar Pradesh entered into an agreement to collaborate in the area of skill development training on post-harvest processing and value addition for youth/farmer/women and establishment of Agro-Processing Centre’s at Uttat Pradesh. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed by Dr. […]

ICAR-CIPHET Inaugurates its “Storage-Pests Management Laboratory”

In recent past, insects’ infestation in stored food grains and processed products became more serious. Pests are affecting at various stages like production, processing, marketing and storage at farm, processor, export/ import level. During the occasion of 25th Research Advisory Committee meeting of ICAR-CPHET, Ludhiana, a state-of-art facility was inaugurated in the institute as “Storage-Pests […]

MoA Signed for Incubation for Spice Processing Between ICAR-CIPHET and Mr. Paramjot Singh, a Budding Entrepreneur of Ahmedgarh

Agribusiness, the business sector encompassing farming and farming-related commercial activities which involves all the steps required to send an agricultural good to market: production, processing and distribution. But due to lack of awareness rural youth are not getting any benefit. Keeping in view the above facts, under ABI project, ICAR- CIPHET Ludhiana is providing incubation […]

Training on Post-Harvest Management Conducted at ICAR-CIPHET Ludhiana

ICAR – Central Institute of Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology, Ludhiana and Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak entered into an agreement to collaborate in the area of Academics, Research and Outreach. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed by Dr. Nachiket Kotwaliwale, Director, ICAR – CIPHET, Ludhiana and Dr. Gulshan Lal Taneja, Registrar, MDU, Rohtak in a ceremony […]

ICAR – CIPHET, Ludhiana Signed MoU with MDU, Rohtak

ICAR – Central Institute of Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology, Ludhiana and Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak entered into an agreement to collaborate in the area of Academics, Research and Outreach. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed by Dr. Nachiket Kotwaliwale, Director, ICAR – CIPHET, Ludhiana and Dr. Gulshan Lal Taneja, Registrar, MDU, Rohtak in a ceremony […]

High Value Vegetable Cultivation Under Rainout Shelter

SITUATION ANALYSIS The farmer is having 2 ha hilly land with coconut plantations, banana and vegetables. The total annual income was 3.5 lakhs from coconut. During post monsoon season (Nov-Feb), the vegetables like brinjal, tapioca, okra and gourds were cultivated to meet out the family requirement only. TECHNOLOGY INTERVENTIONS The rainout shelter was constructed on […]

ICAR-CIARI licensed “Dweep Vertigrow” in Andaman & Nicobar Islands

ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair signed Memorandum of Understanding on 3rd November, 2022 for licensing of technology ‘’ Dweep Vertigrow’’ in the Islands. Dr. E.B. Chakurkar, Director, ICAR-CIARI transferred the technology to M/s. Jaisankar Industries, South Andaman. Dweep vertigrow is a vertical farming model for growing leafy vegetables in kitchen/terrace garden with a spatial […]

Nicobarese Farmers keen on Drudgery reducing climbing devices demonstration and inputs distribution programme by ICAR-CIARI received overwhelming response

Coconut cultivation in the islands is an important sector that is going through multiple challenges. Of these, lack of skilled manpower for harvesting, crown cleaning and other farm operations has been one of the key factors affecting the sector. Use of suitable technologies could help in addressing the challenges of present day agriculture and coconut […]

Training programme on Freshwater Ornamental Fish Breeding Gets Underway

A 3 days training programme on Freshwater Ornamental Fish Breeding got underway today with its inauguration by Shri G. Sudhakar, IAS, Secretary (Fisheries) at Fisheries Training Centre, Marine Hill. In his inaugural address, the Secretary (Fisheries) encouraged the participants to take up freshwater ornamental fish breeding as a commercial activity by forming SHGs and societies […]

Two days’ Workshop on Sustainable Agro Eco-tourism for A&N Islands: Opportunities and Challenges gets underway

Two days workshop on “Sustainable Agro-Ecotourism for A&N Islands: Opportunities and Challenges” to commemorate International Bio-diversity day organized by Andaman Science Association (ASA) , ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute in collaboration with Zoological Survey of India (ZSI), Botanical Survey of India (BSI), Anthropological Survey of India (ASI), National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), Fishery Survey […]

Training on Natural Farming, Goat & Poultry Farming at Regional Station Minicoy

Regional Station, Minicoy of ICAR-CIARI Port Blair in collaboration with KVK, Kavarathi conducted a “Training programme on Natural Farming and Scientific goat and poultry farming and Input Distribution under Schedule Tribe Component (STC)” for the welfare of marginal farmersof Minicoy from 20th to 23rd May2023. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. V.M Abdul Gafoor, SMS, Animal […]

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 […]

Harvest Mela Organised for Indian Pompano Farmed in Marine Cages at Visakhapatnam Regional Centre of ICAR-CMFRI

A Harvest Mela was organised for marine cage farmed Indian Pompano at fishing harbour, Visakhapatnam by ICAR-CMFRI, Visakhapatnam Regional Centre on 4th May, 2023. The programme was attended by the Joint Director of Fisheries, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh; Head in-Charge, Visakhapatnam Regional Centre, ICAR-CMFRI; Scientists and all staff members of Visakhapatnam Regional Centre, ICAR-CMFRI; State fisheries […]

ICAR-CMFRI Webinar Flags Gender Disparities In Use Of Intellectual Property System

A webinar on women and intellectual property (IP) organised by the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has shed light on gender disparities existing in each stage of the innovation process and gaps in the use of the IP system by women. Recognising the lack of acceptance being faced by women professionals especially in the […]

Bio-Management of Coconut Black Headed Caterpillar in Arsikere, Karnataka

The black headed caterpillar, Opisinaarenosella, is a major pest of coconut distributed in all coconut growing tracts of the country. The caterpillars live in galleries on the abaxial surface of fronds and feed on the chlorophyll containing leaf tissues. Extensive feeding of caterpillars causes a crop loss of 45.4% in terms of nut yield in […]

Seminar on Smart Farming in 5G Era

  A seminar on ‘Smart Farming in 5G Era’ was organised by the TRAI, Bengaluruat CPCRI Kasaragod in collaboration with the institute on 1 March 2023. Dr. K. Muralidharan, Director in charge, ICAR-CPCRI inaugurated the seminar. While inaugurating he expressed his feelings that the availability of multitude of network options available in the country makes […]

Mushroom Spawn Production Unit at ICAR-KVK, Alappuzha

  A mushroom spawn production unit was inaugurated at ICAR-KVK-Alappuzha by Sri. P. Prasad, Hon. Minister for Agriculture, Govt. of Kerala, on 3rd March, 2023. The facility was created with funding support from the State Horticulture Mission (Kerala). In his address, he announced the initiation of online marketing of value added agricultural products from farmers, […]

Turmeric Processing Units with Technology Support from KVK Alappuzha

The Turmeric processing unit, initiated as part of the ‘Value chain in Turmeric’ project implemented by ICAR-KVK-Alappuzha in 10 panchayaths of Mavelikkara and Chengannur blocks of Alappuzha district with funding from NABARD, was inaugurated by Shri. K. Krishnankutty, Hon. Minister for Electricity, Govt. of Kerala in the ‘Karshaka Sabha’ (Farmers’ meet) organized at Chettikulangara on […]

Deputy Director General (Hort. Science) Visited Kayamkulam for the Kalpa Vajra Valedictory

Dr. A.K. Singh, DDG (Hort. Science) ICAR, New Delhi, inaugurated the Kalpa Vajra Valediction cum Futurium programme of the ICAR-CPCRI, Regional Station, Kayamkulam, Kerala, on 13th May, 2023. He graced the occasion as the chief guest. In his inaugural address, he complimented the innovative technological solutions offered by the Institute and stressed the need to […]

Introduction of Processing Potato variety (Kufri Frysona) in Ri-Bhoi district of Meghalaya

ICAR-Central Potato Research Institute, Regional Station Shillong laid Front Line Demonstration (FLD) programme for cultivating potato processing variety i.e Kufri Frysona in three villages (Thadnongiaw, Mawbri and Kyrdem) of Ri-Bhoi district during the rabi season. A total of 20 quintals of quality potato seeds were distributed to the farmers. This programme was carried out in […]

Exposure Visit to AICRP on Home Science & MPIC was Conducted Under SCSP

An exposure visit was conducted for 20 SC women farmers to AICRP on Home Science and Millet Production & Incubation Center (MPIC), PJTSAU on 16th February 2023. The visit was conducted as a part of Three-days Training Programme for Women Farmers on “Value Addition of Millets for Enhancing Nutritional Security” during 15-17th February, 2023 at […]

Strategic Agricultural Planning Based on Rainfall Till 01 June 2023

Agromet Advisories Uttar Pradesh The amount of rainfall received over East Uttar Pradesh was 49 mm (105% large excess) and over West Uttar Pradesh was 76 mm (207% large excess) during 01 March – 18 May 2023. The extended range weather forecast (rainfall) for the next two weeks (19 – 25 May 2023 and 26 […]

Interface Meeting on Enhancing the Preparedness for Agriculture Contingencies During kharif 2022 for Andhra Pradesh

A State Level Virtual Interface Meeting on Enhancing the Preparedness for Agriculture Contingencies during kharif 2023 for Andhra Pradesh was jointly organized by ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture, Hyderabad and Department of Agriculture, Government of Andhra Pradesh was held on 10th May 2023. Sri. Gopala Krishna Dwivedi, Chief Commissioner, Rytu Bharosa Kendras and Pr. […]

Annual Zonal Review Workshop of NICRA Project for KVKs of Uttar Pradesh organised at ICAR-ATARI-Kanpur during 12-14 May 2023

Annual Zonal Review Workshop of NICRA (National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture) Project for the KVKs of Uttar Pradesh was organized from 12th to 14th May 2023 at ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Zone-III, Kanpur. In this workshop, the achievements of last year (2022) and action plans for 2023 of 17 Krishi Vigyan Kendras […]

ICAR-CRIDA Rawep-Ready Training Programs 2023-2024 An Unique Education Opportunity to Students Through learning By Doing at CRIDA

About CRIDA The Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture was established in 1985 to undertake basic and applied research, to act as repository of information, provide leadership and coordinate network research, to act as a Centre for Training, to collaborate with relevant National and International Organizations and to provide Consultancy for the development of drylands. […]

ICAR-CRIJAF Organized Training Programme on “Integrated Pest Management for Enhancing Productivity of Rice in Jute Based Cropping System” under TSP

A three days training programme on “Integrated Pest Management for Enhancing Productivity of Rice in Jute Based Cropping System” was organized at ICAR-CRIJAF during 21.03.2023 to 23.03.2023 for the tribal community of Makaltala village, Habra-I, North 24 Parganas under Tribal Sub Plan. A total of 20 tribal farmers participated in the programme. During the programme, […]

ICAR-CRIJAF and ICAR-NBSSLUP Regional Centre, Kolkata organised Awareness cum Training Programme on Enhancing Production in Jute Based Cropping System through Efficient Nutrient Management

ICAR-NBSSLUP Regional Centre, Kolkata in collaboration with ICAR-CRIJAF organized Awareness cum Training Programme on Enhancing Production in Jute Based Cropping System through Efficient Nutrient Management on 22-23 March, 2023. at ICAR-CRIJAF campus, Barrackpore. The main objective of the training programme organized under SCSP was to create awareness among the SC farmers for scientific, judicial and […]

Training Report on “Role of Custom Hiring Centers in Mechanization of Jute Based Cropping System” During 15-17 February, 2023 Under SCSP

A three days training programme entitled “Role of custom hiring centres in mechanization of jute based cropping system” was organized at ICAR-CRIJAF, Barrackpore during 15-17 February, 2023 under SCSP Programme 2022-23. Considering the importance of the training subject in the present agricultural scenario, total 20 nos. of trainees (specially youths) of SC community from three […]

Report on Trainers’ Training Programme (Under JUTE-ICARE) On “Improved Production Technology for Quality Jute Fibre Production” at ICARCRIJAF, Nilganj, Barrackpore

As per ICAR-CRIJAF Office Order Vide Office Order F. No. Jute ICARE/Pur./21-22/ (e150492) dated 05/04/2023, a trainers’ training on ‘Improved Production Technology for Quality Jute Fibre Production’ was conducted during 17-18 April, 2023 at ICARCentral Research Institute for Jute and Allied Fibres, Nilganj, Barrackpore for the JSLPS officials from Jharkhand working under Jute-ICARE project. The […]

Precise management can achieve 100% litter survival in Rabbits

Rabbit is a known prolific animal with a smaller gestation (pregnancy) period of about 30 days and very high rate of reproduction (breedable every month). It can give up to 14 kits (young one) in a litter (single birth) with an average of about 6 kits/litter. Survival of larger litter especially above 8-9 kits/litter is […]

CSWRI, Avikanagar Organized an Official Celebration on World Intellectual Property Day

In context with World Intellectual Property Day observed annually on 26th April, Agri-Business Incubation Centre (ABIC), CSWRI, Avikanagar organized an official celebration at the campus. The theme of the event for this year was “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity” to encourage the contribution of women. The program started with a Welcome note from the […]

Biofortified Sweet Potato and Millet Food Festival Organised at NEHU-TURA.

ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, Thiruvananthapuram along with theIncubation Centre, North Eastern Hill University(NEHU), and Department of Agribusiness Management and Food Technology, Tura Campus, Meghalayahas organised a “Biofortified Sweet Potato and Millet Food Festival” on the theme “Converging the goodness of millets with healthy sweet potato”at Tura campus on 23rd March 2023. This food festival […]

2nd Meeting of 9th Research Advisory Committee (RAC – IX)” Organized

The ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala organized the “2nd Meeting of 9th Research Advisory Committee (RAC – IX)” from 12th to 13th April, 2023. Dr. Sudhakar Pandey, ADG (Fruits, Vegetables, Spices & Medicinal Plants), ICAR provided various suggestions to improve different research activities of the Institute. Dr. N.K. Krishna Kumar, Former Deputy Director […]

49th Annual Institute Research Council (IRC) meeting of ICAR-CTCRI

The ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute at its 60th year of inception has made significant contributions viz., development of 68 improved varieties, crop production practices including organic farming, SSNM, INM and good agricultural practices, protocols for quality planting material production, pests and diseases management packages, value added food and industrial products and ICT tools including […]

23rd Annual Group Meeting of AICRP on Tuber Crops Held at BCKV, Kalyani, West Bengal

The 23rd annual group meeting (AGM) of All India Coordinated Research Project on Tuber Crops (AICRPTC) was organized during 10-12 May 2023 at Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswa Vidyalaya (BCKV), Kalyani, West Bengal. Dr. A.K. Singh, Deputy Director General (DDG), Horticultural Science, ICAR, New Delhi was the Chief Guest and inaugurated the meeting. Dr. S.B. Goswami, […]

Reputed research and development institutions and farmers’ organizations

Reputed research and development institutions and farmers’ organizations can avail the training facilities at DCR (on specific request from the user organizations) at a time schedule mutually convenient to both the organizations on the following topics: Softwood Grafting Technique in Cashew (SGTC) Integrated Pest Management in Cashew (IPMC) Cashew Production Technology (CPT) Cashew Nut Processing […]

Training on Trout Farm Management for the Fish Farmers Successfully Completed at Mechuka

Three days training programmes on “Trout Farm Management for the Fish Farmers” was organized under North East Hill activity by ICAR-Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research (ICAR-DCFR), Bhimtal in collaboration with the Department of Fisheries, Government of Arunachal Pradeshat Mechuka,District Shi Yomi during 18- 20thJanuary 2023 at Conference Hall, Mechuka. Shri TapanDatta, DFDO Mechuka welcomed and […]

Report on Celebration of World Intellectual Property Day -2023 at ICAR-Directorate of Floricultural Research, Pune held on April 26, 2023

ICAR-DFR, Pune celebrated World Intellectual Property Day-2023 by organizing an interaction on WIPO theme “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity” in the Conference Room of ICAR-DFR, Pune on April 26, 2023 at 11.00 am. Dr Roshni Samarth, Senior Scientist, ICAR-NRC Grapes, Pune delivered an invited talk on “IPRs in Horticulture Crops”. Dr Samarth explained […]

Groundnut Field Day Celebrated at Panisagar, North Tripura

A Field Day on popularization of Groundnut varieties K 1812 & DH 256 along with application of Lime and Boron application@ 500kg/ha and @1kg/ha respectively was organized by KVK North Tripura, Panisagar in Brajendranagar, Kadamtala Block in North Tripura district, on 25th March 2023 with 30 number of farmers to highlight the nutrient management practices […]

Training Calender

Important Instructions : 1) Only Indian Citizens with valid ID Proof (Aadhar Card) can apply to the training programmes through the link below. Important Instructions : 2) (Foreign citizens or NRI are requested to kindly contact at the following address for getting approval for communicating on-line or through diplomatic channels) Sh. Surojit Saha, Under Secretary […]

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

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. A total of 82 progressive farmers from different parts of Mirzapur, Varanasi and Sonbhadra participated in this program. The chief guest of the program was Hon’ble […]

ICAR- DWR, Jabalpur Celebrated its 35th Foundation Day (22 April, 2023)

ICAR- Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur celebrated its 35th Foundation Day on 22nd April, 2023. The programme was inaugurated by the chief guest of the function, Professor AK Pandey, Vice-Chancellor of Vikram University, Ujjain. In his remarks, he congratulated the Directorate for its achievements and carry out research work to manage weed menace for benefit […]

ICAR-DWR, Jabalpur celebrated World Intellectual Property Day 2023 (26 April, 2023)

The ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research (DWR), Jabalpur celebrated the “World Intellectual Property Day” on the theme “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity” on 26th April, 2023. All the Scientists, Technical Officers, RA, SRF, Young Professionals and students of the Directorate attended the programme. On the occasion, a lecture on “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation […]

DST-SERB Sponsored High End Workshop on Phenomics, the Next Generation Phenotyping (NGP), for Trait Dissection and Crop Improvement

10-19 July, 2023 About The Institute The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) is the country’s premier institution for agricultural research, education and extension. It has been serving the cause of science and society with distinction through basic research, generation of appropriate technologies and development of human resources. The Division of Plant Physiology, a constituent of […]

Padma Bhushan Prof (Dr.) R B Singh Inaugurated Five-Day Training Program on “Entrepreneurship Opportunities Waste Management for Environmental Sustainability” at ICAR-IARI, New Delhi

The Five Days Training Program on Entrepreneurship opportunities on Agricultural and Industrial Waste Management for Environmental Sustainability was inaugurated by Padma Bhushan Dr R B Singh. The program is being organized by the Division of Environmental Sciences, in collaboration with Zonal Technology Management and Business Plan Development Unit, IARI, New Delhi, and Young Professionals for […]

Installation of Agri-drone at ICAR-Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna

AnAgri-drone was installed and operated at ICAR-Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna experimental farm on 11th May, 2023.The drone was checked for any malfunctioning while flying. The spraying system was also tested for any leakage after filing water in tank. The spraying nozzle was working fine during operation. The nozzle covered a width of 3.8 […]

Five Days Training Programme was Organized by ICAR-Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna

ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna conducted five days training programme for the farmers of Lakisarai district of Biharon the topic “Samekit Matsya Palanki Adhunik Taknikiyan” from 8-12May 2023. The training programme was funded by Department of Fisheries, Government of Bihar, wherein a total 30 fish farmers from the Lakhisarai districttook participation. The training […]

A Brief Report on Visit of His Excellency, the Governor of Bihar to ICAR-RCER, Research Centre for Makhana Darbhanga

His Excellency, the Governor of Bihar Shri Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar jee made a brief visit to the ICAR-RCER, Research Centre for Makhana, Darbhanga on March 26, 2023. The Honorable Governor was accompanied by the District Magistrate of Darbhanga Shri Rajeev Raushan, Member of Bihar Legislative Assembly (Darbhanga Sadar) Shri Sanjay Saraogi, Project Director, ATMA, Darbhanga […]

“Advanced Instrumentation for Assessment of Greenhouse Gas Emission and Molecular Techniques in Microbial Diversity Analysis” (Sponsored by SERB-DST, New Delhi) 21-27 June, 2023

About the Institute The ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region (ICAR RCER) came into existence in 2001 at Patna (Bihar). ICAR RCER has four divisions, viz. Division of Crop Research, Division of Land and Water Management, Division of Livestock and Fishery Management, and Division of Socioeconomics & Extension at the headquarter besides Farming System Research […]

Off-Campus SCSP Capacity Building Program on “ICAR-IIHR Technologies” Organised at Chengalpttu District, Tamil Nadu

Awareness training program on “ICAR-IIHR technologies” for the farmers of Chengalpattu district of Tamil Nadu was organized under SCSP at Thirukalukundram, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu on 21.04.2023. Dr V Balakumar, Assistant Director of Horticulture, Department of Horticulture and Plantation crops, Govt. of Tamil Nadu, Thirukalukundram, welcomed the gathering. Dr R Senthil Kumar, Principal Scientist and […]

ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru Celebrated “World Intellectual Property Day”

To commemorate the World Intellectual Property Day, as per the information from Under Secretary, IP&TM, New Delhi with the theme “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity”, the World IP Day celebration was conducted at ICAR- Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR), Bengaluru on 26th April 2023 under the chairmanship of Dr Sanjay Kumar Singh, […]

ICAR-IIHR Organized TSP programme in Puthurnadu Village of Krishnagiri District, Tamil Nadu

A Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) Programme, in association with Department of Horticulture, Tirupattur Taluk and KVK, Krishnagiri was organised on 4 May 2023, to create awareness about advanced horticultural production technologies in Puthurnadu village of Tirupattur Taluk in Krishnagiri District of Tamil Nadu. Dr Sunderraj, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Krishnagiri, gave an introduction about the programme and […]

One-day Interface Meeting on “Flourishing Together: Innovation and Industry”

One-day interface meeting among stakeholders of flower crops on “Flourishing Together: Innovation and Industry”, was organised on 12 April 2022 (hybrid mode), aimed to exchange ideas, share knowledge and to collaborate on research to enhance the visibility of floriculture at the national and global level. The meeting was inaugurated with lighting the lamp by Prof […]

ICAR-IIHR Organised Off-Campus Capacity Building Program Under SCSP and TSP

One day  training program  on “ICAR-IIHR technologies” for the  farmers of Etah district of Uttar Pradesh was organised under SCSP 1 May 2023 and  Leh, Union Territory of Ladak under TSP on 4 May 2023, to create awareness among the farmers about ICAR-IIHR technologies suitable for their region. Dr. R. Senthil Kumar, Principal Scientist and Nodal Officer […]

Best Center Award to ICAR-IIMR, Ludhiana

ICAR-IIMR, Ludhiana received the Best Center Award for significant achievements in quality seed production in ICAR institutes category during the 38th AGM on AICRP on seed held on 09.05.2023 at TNAU Coimbatore. This award recognizes the signification strives made by the ICAR-IIMR, Ludhiana on maximum commercialization of institute maize hybrids, meeting out the breeder seed […]

Sunflower Field Day at PAU, Ludhiana

AICRP (Sunflower) center PAU, Ludhiana and ICAR-IIOR, Hyderabad jointly organized the “Sunflower Field Day” under the DAC funded project “Revival of Sunflower Cultivation “on May 3 rd,2023 at the Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. Hon’ble Director of Research of PAU, Ludhiana Dr. Ajmer Singh Dhatt was the Chief Guest. Dr. R.K. Mathur, Director, ICAR-IIOR, Hyderabad and Mr. […]

Secretary, DARE & DG, ICAR, Visited ICAR-Indian Institute of Pulses Research, Kanpur

Hon’ble Secretary, Department of Agriculture Research and Education and Director General, Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi, Dr. Himanshu Pathak visited ICAR Indian Institute of Pulses Research, Kanpur on April 15, 2023. During his visit, he inaugurated the Agri-Business Incubation Unit (ABIU) at the institute main campus and interacted with incubates and mentors. The […]

Dr S.K. Chaudhary, Hon’ble DDG (NRM) Visited ICAR-IISWC RC, Datia on April 07, 2023

Dr SK Chaudhary, Hon’ble DDG (NRM) Visited ICAR – IISWC RC, Datia on 07/04/2023. Dr A Arunachalam, Director, ICAR – CAFRI, Jhansi also accompanied Hon’ble DDG. Hon’ble DDG was given warm welcome by all the staff of the research center followed by tree plantation in the office campus. During the visit, he dedicated new tractor […]

ICAR-IISWC, RC, Koraput Organised Inaugural Ceremony of One Month In-Plant Training on “Soil and Water Conservation and Watershed Management” for B. Tech. Students on May 01, 2023

The inaugural ceremony of one month In-plant training (1st – 30th May, 2023) for 15 nos of B.Tech. Agril. Engineering students of UBKV, West Bengal being organized at ICAR-IISWC, RC, Koraput on “Soil and Water Conservation and Watershed Management”. The inaugural session of the training programme was held on forenoon of 1st May 2023 at […]

ICAR-IISWC, RC, Koraput Organized One Day Orientation Programme on “Socio-Economic Data Collection and Screening of Social and Environmental risk” at Boipariguda on May 03, 2023

ICAR- IISWC, Research Centre, Koraput organized one day orientation programme on “Socio-economic data collection and screening of social and environmental risk” for the secretaries of REWARD watersheds of Boipariguda Cluster-I & II at conference hall of ATMA office, Boipariguda on 3rd May 2023. During the programme Dr. Hombegowda H. C., Head briefed the importance of […]

Three Days Training Programme on “Processing of Soybean for Food Uses and allied products” organized during 13-15 March

Three days training programme on “Processing of Soybean for Food Uses and allied products” organized during 13-15 March at ICARIndian Institute of Soybean Research has been concluded today. A total of 25 members belonging to 5 farmer producer organizations (FPOs) of Jalna district, Maharashtra were trained under the Smart Agriculture Project financed by the Government […]

Programme for Webcast of Prime Minister’s Address During the Inauguration of International Millet Conference and Training of Soya FPOs of Satara District at ICAR-IISR, Indore

Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The ICAR-IISR today organized a programme forVWebcasting of Honorable Prime Minister’s address to various stakeholders related to agriculture during his inaugural speech at the International Millet Conference organized at ICAR-IARI, New Delhi. The programme, was attended by 200 participants including institute staff 70 farmers of Hingoli district. During the event, a three-day […]

Organization of an Interactive Programme for Seed Producers and Training of Soya FPOs of Usmanabad District at ICAR-IISR, Indore

Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The ICAR-IISR today organized Training Programme for Progressive Soybean Farmers under AICRP NSP SEED” attended by 45 soy growers of Malwa and Nimar region who are engaged in soy seed production of popular cultivars. Dr Mrinal Kuchlan, In-charge of Seed Production Programme, in his initial remark briefed about the prevailing seed production […]

International Year of Millet Celebration – 2023

Entrepreneurship Development Programme on ‘Value Addition in Millets’ 3rd and 4th May, 2023 As a part of the International Year of Millets Celebration-2023, a two days Entrepreneurship Development Programme on ‘Value Addition in Millets’ was organized at ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research, Kozhikode on 3rd and 4th May, 2023. The programme was inaugurated by Dr. […]

Three days Training Programme on Capacity Building Programme for all officers/officials of the ICAR-IISR

Three days Training Programme on Capacity Building Programme for all officers/officials of the ICAR-IISR, Lucknow being organized during March 23- 25, 2023 started at ICAR-IISR, Lucknow. At the outset, Dr. Sangeeta Srivastava, Nodal Officer, HRD welcomed the Chief Guest, Prof. H.B. Singh, Ex. Professor, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi; Dr. R. Viswanathan, Director, ICAR-IISR, Lucknow and […]

National Seminar on “Mechanization in Sugarcane Agriculture – Challenges and Solutions” organized at IISR, Lucknow

Speaking as the chief guest at the National Seminar on “Mechanization in Sugarcane Agriculture – Challenges and Solutions” organized jointly by Indian Sugar Mills Association and ICAR-Indian Institute of Sugarcane Research at IISR, Lucknow, Prof. Vijay Paul Sharma, Chairman, Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India termed […]

Secretary DARE & DG, ICAR visited ICAR-IISR, Lucknowth, 2023

Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Hon’ble Secretary, Department of Agriculture Research and Education, Govt. of India and Director General, Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi visited ICAR-Indian Institute of Sugarcane Research, Lucknow on April 14, 2023. DG, ICAR inaugurated the Post-harvest Engineering Laboratory in the Division of Agricultural Engineering and discussed about the various jaggery-based value […]

Workshop on “Strategies to Boost Farmers’ Income through Intervention of CGIAR Technologies”

A high-level International Workshop on “Strategies to boost farmers’ income through intervention of CGIAR technologies” was jointly organized by U.P. Council of Agricultural Research, Lucknow, International Crop Research Institute for Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT), Hyderabad, and ICAR-Indian Institute of Sugarcane Research (ICAR-IISR), Lucknow at IISR on 25th April 2023. The crop-wise specific technological interventions from the […]

ICAR-IIWM Celebrated World Intellectual Property Day

ICAR-Indian Institute of Water Management, Bhubaneswar celebrated ‘World Intellectual Property Day’ on 26th April, 2023 by organizing a sensitization workshop on this year’s theme ‘Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity’. Dr.Amaresh Panda, Head, Regional Technology Transfer Office, KIIT-TBI(supported by DST, Govt. of India) was the Guest Speaker on the occasion. In his presentation, Dr. […]

ICAR-IVRI Mukteswar organized an “Interface Meeting between the scientists and students of ICAR- IVRI Mukteswar Campus and ICMR- National Institute of Malaria Research, New Delhi on 28-04-2023

An interface meeting was organized between the scientists and students of ICAR- IVRI Mukteswar Campus and ICMR- National Institute of Malaria Research on 28-04-2023. Dr. Ashok Kumar Mohanty, Joint Director ICAR-IVRI Mukteswar Campus welcomed the delegates to the interface meeting. Dr. Kailash Pandey (Scientist F) and Dr. Saumyananda Chakraborti (Ramalingaswami Fellow, Scientist D, DBT) from […]

ICAR Tribal Sub-Plan Programme Carried out by ICAR-National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources, Bengaluru in Andhra Pradesh Tribal areas through Acharya N G. Ranga Agricultural University during 12-13 April 2023

  The Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) Programme was carried out by ICAR-National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources (NBAIR) in Andhra Pradesh through Acharya N G Ranga Agricultural University Research stations. Four locations , viz., Killoguda village, Dumbriguda Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district; M. Boddavara village, S. Kota Mandal, Vizianagaram district; Chittelaba village, Pachipenta Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam […]

ICAR-NBAIR celebrated ‘World Intellectual Property Day”

ICAR-NBAIR celebrated „World Intellectual Property Day‟ under the theme “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity” on 26 April 2023 at ICAT – NBAIR, Hebbal campus. Dr K. Subaharan, Principal Scientist & Incharge, ITMU cell, ICAR–NBAIR, Bengaluru welcomed the participants. The meeting was chaired by Dr A.N. Shylesha, Former Head and Principal Scientist, GCU. In […]

ICAR-NBAIR Makes Significant Progress in Management of Invasive South East Asian Thrips in Chilli

South East Asian Thrips (Thrips parvispinus (Karny) is a cosmopolitan invasive pest infesting chili, eggplant, papaya, cucurbits, beans, pepper, potato, shallot and strawberry. This pest also infests ornamentals like Anthurium, Chrysanthemum, Dahlia, Dipladenia, Gardenia and Ficus. Besides India, this pest is now known to occur in Australia, France, Greece, Hawaii, Mauritius, Reunion, Spain, Tanzania and […]

ICAR-NBAIR, Bengaluru Conducted SCSP and TSP Program in Collaboration with KVK, TNAU, Papparapatti, Dharmapuri Tamil Nadu

  ICAR-National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources (NBAIR), Bengaluru conducted SCSP program at Paruvatha halli village, Pennagram Taluk and TSP program at Bothakadu village tribal farmers in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), TNAU, Papparapatti, Dharmapuri district Tamil Nadu on 23rd March 2023. During the program, ICAR-NBAIR Director Dr. S. N. Sushil participated as chief […]

Annual Training Calendar 2023

The following training programmes are planned to be organized at ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources, Lucknow during the year 2023 for capacity development of researchers, faculty members, state government officials and students. The important areas of training & capacity development programmes include Integrative taxonomy & the conservation biology of fishes, assessment and co-management of […]

ICAR-NBFGR, Lucknow Celebrated World Wetlands 2023 Day

ICAR – National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources, Lucknow organized one day workshop on the occasion of World Wetlands Day on February 02, 2023, with the aim to raise awareness about the vital role of wetlands for people and the planet. The theme of the program was “It’s Time For Wetlands Restoration”. Dr. A.K. Singh, […]

Celebration of the World Intellectual Property Day 2023 at ICAR-NBPGR, New Delhi

ICAR-NBPGR, New Delhi celebrated World Intellectual Property Day virtually on 26th April 2023. The programme was organized by Institute Technology Management Unit under the chairmanship of Dr. GP Singh, Director, ICAR-NBPGR, New Delhi with the theme, “Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity”. The programme was attended by a total of 71 active participants from […]

Acharya Prafulla Chandra Roy Smarak Vigyan Mela o Pradarshani Held on 16TH to 18TH March 2023 at West Bengal University of Animal & Fishery Science,Kolkata

Acharya Prafulla Chandra Roy Smarak Vigyan Mela O Pradarshaniwas organized on and from 16 to 18th March, 2023 at the West Bengal University of Animal and Fishery Sciences, Belgachia, Kolkata-700037 in collaboration with Paschim Banga Vigyan Mancha. A total 75 number of exhibition stalls from different universities, schools, colleges, state and central government institutions, ICAR […]

30th Two-Week National Workshop On Disaster Management & Mitigation

Objectives of the Workshop To increase the knowledge and understanding of the disaster phenomenon, its different contextual aspects, impacts and public health consequences. To increase the knowledge and understanding of the National Policy on Disaster management. To enhance skills and abilities foranalyzing the potential damage of disasters to form the strategies and methods for delivering […]

National Conference on Diagnostic cytology on 8th and 9th July, 2023

Organized by Department of Veterinary Pathology Madras Veterinary College Chennai – 600 007 Participants The National Conference is designed for Veterinary Pathology faculty, research scholars, and students who are interested to update their knowledge on diagnostic cytology. This will definitely help everyone to learn and enrich their knowledge on diagnostic cytology. Registration Registration is compulsory […]

Centre for Animal Health Studies (CAHS)

Training Program This is a Refresher Course Cum Workshop on 3Rs’ Principles in Laboratory Animal Science for the benefit of the faculties, research scholars and scientists involved in laboratory animal research in various state and central universities, pharmaceutical and contract research organizations. The focus of this training is to impart knowledge on the application of […]

“CRISPR/Cas based Molecular Diagnostic Platforms”

Last date for application submission : 31.05.2023 Publication of selection list : 07.06.2023 Last date for payment of training fee : 15.06.2023 Date of training : 03.07.2023 to 07.07.2023 ABOUT TANUVAS Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (TANUVAS) is the first veterinary university in South East Asia to be established in 1989 at Chennai.Presently […]

Rearing of Vanami Shrimp Fry in Nursery Method

  My name is R. Iravikumar, I am a pioneer shrimp farmer with PhD in marine science. I have been doing shrimp farming since 1989 with the intention of engaging in shrimp farming with my friends during that period when I was engaged in research. It should be noted that I have more than 20 […]

Inauguration of the Loach Breeding Unit at Myladi by the Vice Chancellor

On 03.04.2023, our Respected Vice-Chancellor declared open the new hatchery building constructed for the breeding of loaches at Mylaudi under the Directorate of Sustainable Aquaculture. This unit is managed by Kanyakumari Parakkai Centre for Sustainable Aquaculture (KKPCeSA) and built under a NADP funded project entitled “Establishment of a loach breeding unit in Kanyakumari District (2020-21). […]

SKUAST-Kashmir and the World Veterinary Day, 2023

 To highlight the role of veterinary professionals in promotion of animal health and welfare, prosperity and lifesaving work towards animals and mankind, World veterinary day is being annually celebrated around the globe on the last Saturday of April. World Veterinary Day was established by the World Veterinary Association in 2000. This Day unites the global […]

Biotechnological Interventions in Animal Production and Therapeutics

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP Animal production and health are important as healthy animals are closely related to healthy people and a healthy environment. Hence, sustainable growth of livestock for nutritional security and economic prosperity of livestock farmers as well as to enhance production and productivity through biotechnological interventions is of prior importance. This workshop will focus […]

A program was Held on the Importance of Grains for Prevention of Malnutrition in Kakwada village

On the occasion of International Year of Cereals – 2023, a Nutrition Education Program and Nutrition Rally was organized on “Importance of Cereals for Balanced Diet and Prevention of Malnutrition” at Kakwada village of Amirgarh Taluka on 22/02/2023. The program was organized as a joint initiative of Department of Animal Nutrition and Community Science, Dantiwada Agricultural […]

Importance and Implementation of Biogas for Rural Prosperity” One Day Workshop

A one-day workshop on “Importance and Implementation of Biogas for Rural Prosperity” organized by College of Renewable Energy and Environmental Engineering of Sardarkrishnagar Dantiwada Agricultural University and Center of Agricultural Science, Ganpat University, Kherwa on 23rd February, 2023 Village: Navapura – Sundhiya, dt. Vadnagar, Dist: Done on the farm of progressive farmer Jenaji Thakor at Mehsana. About […]

Implementation of “Heritage Gene Bank Concept” for Indigenous Cattle

Sh. Radha Mohan Singh, Hon’ble Union Minister for Agriculture, Govt, of India has briefed about the Rashtriya Gokul Mission. This mission aims to enhance the productivity of the indigenous breeds of India. RAJUVAS, realizing the importance of improving indigenous breeds as social responsibility, has started conservation and improvement work through its Livestock Research Stations (LRSs) […]

Awareness Programme on Soil Health Management and its Conservation by Agricultural Research Station and DAATTC, Tornala on 21-04-2023

Awareness programme on soil health management and its conservation was jointly organized by Agricultural Research Station and DAATTC, Tornala duly involving farmers, RAWEP students of College of Agriculture, Rajendranagar on 21-04-2023. Dr. S. Sridevi, Principal Scientist and Head, ARS, Tornala has briefed the importance of soil health and conservation and also emphasized on importance of […]

Rythu Sadassu cum Agricultural Exhibition by RAWEP Students with KVK, Wyra on 26.04.2023

  The B. Sc. (Agriculture) students numbering 26 from Agriculture College, Aswaraopet were attached for RAWEP 2022 – 23 to KVK, Wyra. As part of course curriculum, students conducted Rythu Sadassu cum Agricultural Exhibition at Vallapuram Village, Wyra Mandal, Khammam district under the guidance and support of KVK, Wyra on 26.04.2023. The exhibition stall was […]

College Day of Agricultural Polytechnic, Polasa, Jagtial on 19-04-2023

Agricultural Polytechnic, Polasa, Jagtial has organized College Day on 19-04-2023 in a great manner at Jubilee Hall of RARS, Jagtial. Dean of student affairs, Dr. J. Satyanarayana as chief guest, Director of Polytechnics, Dr. G. Padmaja as guest of honour, Principal and Associate Director of Research, Dr. G. Sreenivas, Associate Dean of College of Agriculture, […]

ARS, Karimnagar has Organized Field Day on Frontline Demonstration on Weed Management in Zero Tillage Maize at Kurmapally Village of Raikal Mandal of Jagtial District on 21st April, 2023

Field Day on Frontline Demonstration on Weed Management in Zero Tillage Maize was organized by Agricultural Research Station, Karimnagar at Kurmapally Village of Raikal Mandal of Jagtial District on 21st April, 2023 with the financial assistance of All India Coordinated Maize Improvement Project. Dr.P.Madhukar Rao, Scientist (Agro.) has welcomed all the dignitaries and farmers and […]

Applications Invited for Agripreneurship Orientation Program (KAU RAISE) and Startup Incubation Program (KAU PACE)

KAU RAFTAAR Agribusiness Incubator is launching its fifth Cohort of entrepreneurs under its Agripreneurship Orientation Programme viz. ‘KAU RAISE 2023’(Realising and Augmenting Innovations for Startup Enterprise) and Startup Incubation Programme viz. ‘KAU PACE 2023’(Promotion of Agriculture through Commercialization and Entrepreneurship) supported by RKVY-RAFTAAR, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Govt of India. Applications are invited […]

‘Industry- Academia Confluence-2023’ Organized at College Veterinary Science & A. H., KU, Sardarkrushinagar

Department of Clinics, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Kamdhenu University, Sardarkrushinagar, successfully organized ‘Industry- Academia Confluence-2023’ at Seminar Hall, Veterinary College, Sardarkrushinagar on 19th April, 2023, under the chairmanship of Dr. D. V. Joshi, Principal, Veterinary College, Sardarkrushinagar. Dr. R. M. Patel organizer, welcomed Dr. D. V. Joshi Principal and representative from Intas […]

“World Veterinary Day Celebration” by Collage of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandary, Sardarkhurishinagar, Kamdhenu University

On 29.04.2023 “ World Veterinary Day celebration” carried out by College of Veterinary Science & A.H, Sardarkrushinagar, Kamdhenu University. Under above celebration animal health camp and pashupalan shibir was organized at Akedi Village, Palanpur Taluka, Banaskantha District. More than 300 farmers took part in above pashupalan shibir as well as visited the various company stalls […]

Quality Milk Production is the Future of Dairy Industry – Vet Varsity Experts

The Directorate of Extension Education, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana organized a training workshop on “Quality Milk Production” for the officers of Dairy Development Department in collaboration with ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone-1, Ludhiana. Dr. Parkash Singh Brar, Director of Extension Education in his welcome address said that officers […]

Vet Varsity Administers Oath-Taking Ceremony of Veterinary Graduates

The College of Veterinary Science of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana conducted Oath-Taking Ceremony of 103 passing out veterinary graduates of batch 2017. Dr. Randhir Singh welcomed the Chief Guest, Dr. Inderjeet Singh, Vice-Chancellor, GADVASU. Speaking on this occasion, Dr. S. S. Randhawa, Director of Clinics, shared the achievements of students […]

Society for Recent Development in Agriculture (SRDA), MEERUT (U.P.) India

Nature has been so kind to men. Ever since its appearance on the earth’s surface man has been dependent on nature for his subsistence. We needed edible plants and animals; everything that comes from nature and has some utility for man but its utilization is possible on the availability of appropriate technology. Keeping in view […]

Pashu Palan Mela at Vet. Varsity

Pashu Palan Mela of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana was inaugurated by Dr. S.S. Gosal, VC, PAU. S. Kuldeep Singh Jassowal, Director Dairy Development Department, Punjab also graced the occasion. They visited different stalls of GADVASU alongwith Dr. Parkash Singh Brar, Director of Extension Education, Dr. J.P.S. Gill, Director of Research […]

Pashu Palan Mela Concludes with a Message for Respect of Ecology and Nature

Two days Pashu Palan Mela of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana concluded with a message to rear livestock in a congenial manner with respect to ecology and nature. Mela attracted a huge gathering with a thought to develop livestock professions on scientific lines. Dr. Sukhpal Singh, Chairman, Punjab State farmers and […]

Annual Athletic Meet of Vet Varsity Concludes

The 15th Annual Athletic meet of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) was held today on 18th April, 2023. Dr. Satyavan Rampal, Director Student Welfare informed that students of all the Colleges situated in the GADVASU Campus namely College of Veterinary Science, College of Dairy Science and Technology, College of Fisheries, College […]

Vet Varsity Inaugurates 24 hour Functional Dr. Jasmer Singh Hall

Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana added another feather in its cap by inaugurating a 24 hour working Reading Hall for the students and staff members of varsity. The Hall has been named after its alumnus Dr. Jasmer Singh, an eminent founder of College of Veterinary Science, Ludhiana who retired as HoD […]

ICAR- IIFSR, Modipuram Celebrated its 34th Foundation Day on 01 April, 2023

ICAR-Indian Institute of Farming Systems Research, Modipuram, Meerut celebrated its 34th Foundation Day on 01 April, 2023. The programme was celebrated in Hybrid mode (physically and virtually both) in which, all the employees of ICAR-IIFSR, PIs and Co-PIs from different AICRP-IFS, AINP-OF Centre’s; Director/representatives from different NRM Institutes and representatives from ICAR-CPRIC, Modipuram, ICAR-CIRC, Meerut, […]

ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana Signs MoU with Tara Blooms Private Limited, Coimbatore

The ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI) has signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tara Blooms Private Limited, Coimbatore (NamFarmers.com) on 12th January 2023. Dr Rajbir Singh, Director has signed MoU on behalf of ICAR-ATARI, Ludhiana and Mr Asif Riaz, General Manager from Tara Blooms Private Limited, Coimbatore. Nam Farmer is a Tara Blooms Private […]

Seminar on Silage Industry for Dairy Sector Organized

A seminar on “Silage Industry: A Paradigm Shift in Dairy Sector” was organized on 21st January 2023 as a part of the 3rd India Agri Progress Expo 2023 at Ludhiana Exhibition Centre, Sahnewal. The Chief Guest of the event, Dr. Praveen Malik, Former Commissioner (Animal Husbandry) highlighted the importance of public-private-partnership and how they have to work […]

Application of Drone Technology in Agriculture

A seminar on “Application of Drone Technology in Agriculture” was organized on 21th January 2023 as a part of the 3rd India Agri Proress Expo 2023 at Ludhiana Exhibition Centre, Sahnewal. Dr. H. K. Choudhary, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of CSKHPKV, Palampur was the Chief Guest and Dr. Nachiket Kotwaliwale, Director, ICAR-CIPHET, Ludhiana was the Guest of […]

Conference on Crop Residue Management Organized

A conference on “Integrated Crop Residue Management towards Zero Stubble Burning” was organized on 20th January 2023 as a part of the 3rd India Agri Proress Expo 2023 at Ludhiana Exhibition Centre, Sahnewal. Hon’ble Minister of Punjab Rural Development & Panchayats, NRI Affairs, Agriculture & Farmers Welfare S. Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal inaugurated the Conference and […]

Flood Tolerant Varieties Impart Resilince to Farmers in Flood-Prone Areas

Climate vulnerability:  Flood, cyclone and unseasonal rains Existing practice Flooding is a major challenge for rice production in the country. Heavy and intense rainfall events cause flash floods due to overflow of rivers and canals or sometimes tidal movements in coastal areas. Continuous high rainfall in a short span leading to water logging and heavy […]

KVK Field Activity Tracker (Daily Dossier)

Diagnostic Field visit – KVK Tiruppur on 22.04.2023 Diagnostic Field visit on pest and disease incidence in coconut Coconut is the major and stable crop in Tiruppur district occupying an area of 65000 ha in this distict. Udumalai, Madathukulam, Gudimangalam, Dharapuram, Palladam and Pongalur blocks are having the major area under coconut cultivation. During this […]

Skill Development Training on Mushroom Cultivation- KVK Perambalur, Tamil Nadu

Date:20.04.2023 and 21.04.2023 Training title: Mushroom producer – Small Entrepreneur No. of trainees: 15 Day:1 Morning session: Registration and Pre knowledge test Overview about training programme and Importance of mushrooms – Dr. V. E. Nethaji Mariappan, SS&H Introduction about mushroom cultivation – Mr. P. Dominic Manoj, SMS (Plant Protection) Site selection and construction of mushroom […]

SAC Meeting of KVK Nagapattinam on 14.03.2023

Name of the activity: 10th SAC meeting of KVK, Nagapattinam Place of Activity: KVK, Sikkal, Nagapattinam Date : 14.03.2023 Mode of Meeting: Offline mode Chaired by: Prof. G. Sugumar, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, TNJFU, Nagapattinam Chief Guest: Dr. Shaik N. Meera, Director, ATARI, Hyderabad. Participants: 27 The Director of Extension Education, TNJFU, Nagapattinam, Nodal Officer, Agricultural […]

Field Visit Made to Moringa Field to Observe the Effect of Fungal Biocontrol Agents,Provide Advisory on Pod Fly and Discussion with Farmers -KVK Karur, Tamil Nadu

Date: 24.04.2023 Place: Vaduganagampalli village, Aravakurichi block Activity details : Field visit made to moringa crop to observe the effect of fungal biocontrol agents Beauveria bassiana and Verticillium lecani in combination (dosage @ 10g/litre of water) for the management of tea mosquito bug, bud worm and leaf caterpillar. Farmer expressed satisfaction about the biocontrol agent, […]

Skill Development Training Programme on Dairy Farming by KVK Warangal Mamnoor, Telangana

Name of the Activity: Extension Activity – One day Skill Development training Programme on Dairy farming . Date : 14-03-2023 Participants Type & Number: Farmer’s, 32 Place : Hasanparthy mandal, Hanamkonda. Activity Details : KVK Mamnoor in collaboration with DRDA Hanamkonda conducted one day Skill Training Programme on Dairy farming under Unnati. DrJ.Sai Kiran, SMS,( […]

Kisan Mela in Collaboration with ICAR-NMRI Hyderabad under DAPSC (SCSP)

Name of the activity : Kisan Mela in collaboration with ICAR-NMRI Hyderabad under DAPSC (SCSP) Participants type &no: Farmer’s & 400 Date : 28 -03-2023 Place: Mallampally village,Mulugu district. Activity : KVK Mamnoor organised Kisan Mela in collaboration with ICAR-NMRI Hyderabad under DAPSC (SCSP) Dr. N. Rajanna welcomed all dignitaries and briefed about mandated activities […]

Three Days Annual Action Plan of Krishi Vigyan Kendras of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry

The Annual Action Plan for KVKs of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry was jointly organized by the Directorate of Extension Education, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore and ICAR – Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute, Zone X, Hyderabad from 29.03.2023 to 31.03.2023 to formulate annual action plan and implemented mechanism. The KVK scientists of Tamil Nadu and […]

CAU Imphal Successfully Completed “International Conference on Natural Farming for Revitalizing Environment and Resilient Agriculture-NF-RERA 2023”

CAU Imphal successfully completed “International Conference on Natural Farming for Revitalizing Environment and Resilient Agriculture-NF-RERA 2023”, The valedictory program was observed in presence of Hon’ble Minister of State for External Affairs and Education, Government of India Valedictory Function of International Conference on Natural Farming for Revitalizing Environment and Resilient Agriculture -NF-RERA 2023 held at College […]

Visit of Parliamentary Committee

Parliamentary Standing Committee members Shri Kamakhya Prasad Tasa, Hon’ble Chairman, Member of Parliament(RS); Shri Aneel Prasad Hedge, Hon’ble Member of Parliament(RS); Shri Ram Chander Jangra, Hon’ble Member of Parliament(RS) and Shri Deepak Prakash, Hon’ble Member of Parliament(RS) visited Central Agricultural University, Headquarters, Lamphelpat, Imphal. The dignitaries along with Vice Chancellor, CAU Imphal Dr Anupam Mishra […]

Revival of Village Ponds through Scientific Intervention

Highlights of village ponds Occurrence of frequent droughts in the region has a serious impact on availability of water in the pond, which is the lifeline of the village Two ponds managed by community approach were selected and revived through scientific interventions Area of Baorli pond is 3.33 ha whereas catchment area is 196 ha […]

Rainwater Harvesting by Improved Tanka

Water is a precious resource which needs to be conserved.Rainwater harvesting is the technique through which rainwater is harvested/captured from the natural/artificial catchments and is stored in any suitable structure for further use. Tanka is underground cistern for collection and storage of harvested rainwater. The capacity of tanka depends on rainfall and catchment characteristics. Improved […]

Training Programme on Scope and Importance of Millets in Western Rajasthan at CAZRI, RRS, Jaisalmer Under SCSP Scheme

ICAR-Central Arid Zone Research Institute (CAZRI), RRS, Jaisalmer organized one day training programme on “Scope and importance of millets in western Rajasthan” on 21.02.2023 in the context of International year of Millets 2023 under SCSP scheme. Forty-five farmers from Basanpeer village participated and benefited from this training programme. Dr. Anil Patidar welcomed the farmers and […]

Millets Fair-Cum-Exhibition Organized at the ICAR-Central Arid Zone Research Institute, Jodhpur

Millets Fair-cum-Exhibition was organized at the ICAR-Central Arid Zone Research Institute, Jodhpur, Rajasthan from 20-21 April 2023 under the aegis of the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India as a part of sensitization of all stakeholders engaged in production, marketing, value-addition and consumption of millets in which three cabinet ministers viz., Shri Gajendra […]

Studies on Certain Dietary Antioxidants and Their Interaction in Poultry

Project Duration: Date of Start: 01st June, 2019 Likely Date of Completion: 30th May, 2023 Among several dietary components, antioxidants have a special place being major players in the battle for survivability, maintenance, health, productive and reproductive performance of animals. This is largely because of the detrimental effects of free radicals and toxic products of […]

Genetic Improvement of Turkey for Higher Body Weight

Project Duration: Date of Start: 17th May, 2019 Likely Date of Completion: 16th May, 2024 Although turkeys were introduced in India several decades ago by the Christian missionaries but the turkey farming as such has achieved very little progress. High cost of production, long generation interval and less market demand were the major setback for […]

Specialized Training Programme on Quail Production (22 – 27 May, 2023)

ICAR- Central Avian Research Institute, Izatnagar, Bareilly (UP) is the national research institute on poultry research under the aegis of ICAR, Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer welfare, Govt. of India, New Delhi, established in 1979, conducts research on different aspects of poultry. Training is also one of the […]

ICAR-CCARI, Goa Conducted “Skill Development and Poultry Entrepreneurship Training Cum Demonstration” Jointly with CPDO (WR), Mumbai

A six days training cum demonstration programme on “skill development and poultry entrepreneurship” was conducted at ICAR-CCARI, Goa jointly with CPDO (WR), Mumbai during 24-29 March, 2023. The training was attended by 21 farmers from different parts of Goa. In the inaugural address, Dr. Parveen Kumar, Director emphasized on importance of skill development and poultry entrepreneurship for farmers and […]

Training Programme on “Ornamental Fish Culture” organised by ICAR – CCARI

ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute organized a one-day training on 27th March 2023 about “Ornamental Fish culture” funded by NABARD. Fourteen trainees in total attended this ornamental fish-training programme. During his inaugural address, Director, Dr. Parveen Kumar, explained the importance of Fisheries and Aquaculture for entrepreneurship and livelihood promotion in India and for providing food […]

ICAR-CCARI Goa Celebrated its 34th Foundation Day

The ICAR – Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Old Goa, Goa celebrated its 34th Foundation Day on 1st April 2023. As a Chief Guest, Dr. Suresh Kumar Chaudhari, Hon’ble DDG (NRM), ICAR, New Delhi, graced the occasion. In his remarks, he congratulated the Institute for its achievements and urged it to keep up the research and development […]

Innovative Kulaghar Farmer of Goa Shri Sanjay Anant Patil Nominated by ICAR-CCARI, Goa Conferred with IARI –Innovative Farmer Award 2023

Shri Sanjay Anant Patil (58), an innovative farmer from Goa has been conferred with the coveted IARI –Innovative Farmer Award 2023 by the ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) New Delhi for his outstanding contributions to Natural Farming and zero-energy micro-irrigation system. He received the award at the hands of Shri Kailash Choudhary, Hon’ble Union Minister […]

Skill Development Program to Up-Scale Socio-Economics of Fishers From Madhepura, Bihar

Madhepura, Bihar, 10th April, 2023 Madhepura fishers are rich in fishery resources but they do lack of initiatives as well as poor knowledge so far as fishery resource utilisation is concerned resulting in low production of fish. In this backdrop, a 7-days training program for fish farmers Madhepura, Bihar was concluded at ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research […]

Awareness Program on “Demonstration of Drone technology in Inland Open Water Fisheries” in Wetlands of West Bengal

Barrackpore 11-13th April, 2023 Inland open waters usually cover rivers, reservoirs and wetlands, which are facing big challenges for maintaining suitable water quality for fisheries. For quality fisheries production, water health management is one of the crucial aspect which help fishes to disease free survival, good growth and quality habitat. Inland fisheries are mainly suffering from […]

Director, ICAR-CIFRI Visited the Regional Centre, Bengaluru

Bengaluru 12th April, 2023 Dr. B. K. Das, Director, ICAR-CIFRI visited ICAR- CIFRI Regional Centre ,Discussion with HoC, Regional Centre, Bengaluru on 12th April 2023. Dr. Preetha Panikkar welcomed the Honorable Director to Regional Centre, ICAR-CIFRI, Bengaluru. The Director, ICAR-CIFRI has a meeting with the officials of Bengaluru center. Following discussions were held in the meeting.The […]

Two Lakh Twelve Thousand IMC Fish Seeds Released in the Ganga River at Varanasi

Two lakh advance fingerlings of Indian Major Carp (IMC) fishes were ranched by ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (CIFRI) in the Ganga river at Sant Ravidas Ghat, Varanasi. Dr Dr B. P. Mohanti, ADG (Inland Fy.) Was special guest of the occasion seeds of Catla, Rohu, and Mrigal fishes were released on the occasion of […]

ICAR- Central Institute for Research on Cattle, Meerut Assisted Reproductive Techniques in Cattle Gaining Momentum at ICAR-CIRC, Meerut

One more purebred female Sahiwal calf was born to a Frieswal cow recipient through Embryo Transfer Technology (ETT) at ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cattle, Meerut on 12.04.2023. Scientists of the Institute’s Embryo Transfer Project led by Dr. Suresh Kumar, Principal Scientist and Head of the Division of Cattle Physiology and Reproduction, had recently initiated […]

Secretary, DARE & DG, ICAR visits ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai

Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Secretary (DARE) & Director General (ICAR), visited ICAR – Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology, Mumbai on 20th March 2023. He inaugurated the Advanced Biomass Characterization Laboratory, Nanoparticle Characterization Laboratory and Cotton Fibre Processing Facility. Dr. Pathak also visited the existing infrastructural facilities of the Institute, viz., Fibre and Yarn Testing labs, Mechanical processing facility and […]

Visit of Students and Faculty Members from Diploma in Manmade Textile, SASMIRA to CIRCOT on 21 Mar, 2023.

A team of 36 Students and 3 faculty members from Diploma in Manmade textile, SASMIRA  visited ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai on 21st March, 2023. They were shown different sections of Quality Evaluation and Improvement Division (Fiber section, Yarn section), Mechanical Processing Division and Exhibition room. The concerned scientists and technical staff elaborated about the different products, machineries, equipment available in the […]

MoU was Signed Between the ICAR – Central Institute for Research on Goats and Anna Saheb Shinde Foundation for Agro and Social Development, Mumbai, Maharashtra

March 23, 2023, under the aegis of the National Agricultural Science Complex, New Delhi, an MoU was signed between the ICAR – Central Institute for Research on Goats and Anna Saheb Shinde Foundation for Agro and Social Development, Mumbai, Maharashtra.Under this MoU, ICAR-CIRG will provide technical assistance on scientific goat rearing to ST women goat […]

Goatry for Livelihood Improvement of a Landless Woman

Smt. Jatoon Ahmed aged 35 years is a landless and illiterate woman who lives in village Richhola Tarachand (tehsil: Nawabganj, district: Bareilly) with her husband Shri Ahsan Ahmed and three daughters. Until two years, her husband used to work as a laborer and upon persuasion and guidance of the scientists from ICAR, taken up apiary. […]

Gender Mainstreaming and Agricultural Sustainability Through PPP Model

Vermi-composting has the potential to transform the farm-women as environmental conservationists. The unfelt needs in understanding the innate benefits of using vermin-compost in the fields were un-freezed in Jorhat District of Assam through Public Private Partnership (PPP) approach. The farmers especially farmwomen are in forefront in practicing and propagating the production and utilization of vermin-compost […]

Training Cum Demonstration on Farm Made Fish Feed Preparation and Mushroom Cultivation

Training cum demonstration programmes on farm made fish feed preparation and mushroom cultivation was organised at ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar on 24 March 2023 and 26 March 2023. The training programme was organised to impart skill on the preparation of farm made fish feed and mushroom cultivation under NICRA-CGC funded project on […]

Cooperative Awareness Programme by ICAR-CIWA in Collaboration with National Cooperative Union of India Cooperative Education, Puri.

The ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture (ICAR-CIWA) organized an awareness programme in Collaboration with National Cooperative Union of India Cooperative Education; Puri at Kadua village on 22.3.2023. 200 farmwomen from different SHGs participated in the programme. Smt Subhashree Swain project Officer welcomed the dignitaries and participants. The Chief Guest, Sri Sunil kumar Panda, Chairman, […]

ICAR-CIWA Celebrated “International Women’s Day 2023” from 1st March to 8th March 2023

International Women’s Day- 2023 was celebrated at ICAR- Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar, Odisha by organizing different programmes for one week i.e. from 1st March to 8th March 2023 on the theme “DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality”. On Day 1, Plantation Programme was organized in ICAR-CIWA farm. Day 2 witnessed a […]

ICAR-CIWA Organised Skill-Based Capacity Building Programme on Improved Goat Farming and Distribution of Goats Under SCSP Programme

A Skill-based capacity building programme on Development of Women Entrepreneurship in Livestock and fisheries sector for promoting gender equity and Strengthening livelihood was organized at Sarat, Balipatna and Sagada, Nimapara on 23rd March, 2023. At the outset, Dr Biswanath Sahoo, Pr. Scientist welcomed the participants and briefed the objectivities and activities of the programme. Dr […]

ICAR-CIAE Celebrates 48th Foundation Day

ICAR-Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Bhopal celebrated its 48th Foundation Day on 15th February, 2023. On this occasion, Dr. CR Mehta, Director of the institute welcomed the dignitaries and participants of the inaugural function and explained about the impact of agricultural engineering and its role in nation building. He presented details of the machinery and […]

ICAR-CIWA Licensed “Women Friendly Multipurpose Integrated Vertical Nutri-Farming System (IVNFS) for Vegetable Production with Mushroom and Poultry” Technology

ICAR-CIWA Licensed “Women Friendly Multipurpose Integrated Vertical Nutri-Farming System (IVNFS) for Vegetable Production with Mushroom and Poultry” technology to Centrifugal Products, Valsad, Gujarat on April 17, 2023 The cultivable land for agriculture is shrinking due to increase in population pressure, urbanization and industrial growth. The livelihood of rural families is centered on agriculture and allied […]

CAFT Training on “Artificial Intelligence and Advances in ICT for Smart Agriculture and Food Processing” (February 23 to March 04, 2023)

ICAR-Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Bhopal organized an ICAR sponsored 10 days CAFT training on “Artificial intelligence and advances in ICT for smart agriculture and food processing” during February 23 to March 04, 2023. The training programme was attended by 14 participants from different ICAR Institutes, State Agricultural Universities and KVKs from 06 states of […]

In the august presence of Shri. Parshottam Rupala, Hon’ble Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, Government of India ICAR-CIBA, Chennai signed MoU with Agriculture Insurance Company of India (AICL) Limited, New Delhi for “Development of Aquaculture Insurance Solutions” on 20 March, 2023.

ICAR-CIBA, Chennai signed MoU with Agriculture Insurance Company of India (AICL) Limited, New Delhi for “Development of Aquaculture Insurance Solutions” on 20th March 2023 at the Maharashtra Sadan, New Delhi, in the august presence of Shri. Parshottam Rupala, Hon’ble Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India. The minister mentioned that aquaculture is becoming increasingly important to provide […]

Shri. Sudhir Mungantiwar, Hon’ble Minister for Fisheries, Government of Maharashtra presided over the MoU signing between ICAR-CIBA and Department of Fisheries, Govt. Maharastra for the Brackishwater Aquaculture Development in Maharastra State

ICAR-Central Institute Brackishwater Aquaculture, Chennai and the Department of Fisheries, Maharashtra signed Memorandum of Understanding for the sustainable development of brackishwater aquaculture in Maharashtra in the presence of Shri. Sudhir Mungantiwar, Hon’ble Minister for Fisheries, Government of Maharashtra at Vidhan Bhawan, Mumbai, Maharashtra on 21.3.2023. During the interaction, Dr. Kuldeep K. Lal, Director, ICAR-CIBA, Chennai […]

ICAR-CIBA Lnked MOU with Ms.Ultra Nutri India, Pvt. Ltd., Chennai for Harnessing Insect Black Soldier Fly (BSF) (Hermetia illucens) Larvae Meal as an Ingredient in Aqua Feeds for Better Growth, Immunity and Disease Resistance

ICAR-CIBA is partnering with Ms.Ultra Nutri India, Pvt. Ltd., headed by Dr.Nitish Satyanarayanan, Director and a team of young entrepreneurs by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on to explore the possibilities of using BSF meal which is rich in Anti-Microbial Peptide (AMP) as a functional ingredient in aqua feeds for improving the growth, immunity […]

ICAR-CIBA Signed MoU with Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Tamil Nadu for CIBA-Plankton Plus Technology Transfer

ICAR-CIBA signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore, Tamil Nadu on 3rd April, 2023 for transferring the CIBA-PlanktonPlus production technology on non-exclusive basis. CIBA-Plankton Plus is a value added product developed from fish waste/trimmings using a unique technology which helps in maintaining healthy phytoplankton and zoopalknkton bloom in shrimp and […]

Production of Fish and Plant: Aquaponics Model

The model of recirculating type integrated fish-plant production system essentially consists of fish tank, filter, and hydroponics unit. The tank is provided with an inlet and outlet for water management. Hydroponics unit consists of a trough with rows of models (nutrient film technique) for keeping plants saplings. A submersible pumping unit is installed in a […]

Report of the Second Fish Swad Fesval organised by ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai

The ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE), Mumbai organized a Fish Swad Festival on March 20, 2023, at its new campus in Mumbai. The event began with an inauguration ceremony at 6:00 PM. It was inaugurated with ribbon cutting by Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Director General, ICAR and Secretary DARE, New Delhi, Dr. J. K. Jena, […]

Report of the Swachhta Programme Undertaken by ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai at ‘Acharya Atmaram Bhau Lad Mandai’, Khar Station Fish Market and ‘Mahadev Buva Dandekar Mandai’, Khar Danda Fish Market on 28/3/23

On 28/03/2023, ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai organized Swacchtha Programme at ‘Acharya Atmaram Bhau Lad Mandai’, Khar Station Fish Market and ‘Mahadev Buva Dandekar Mandai’, Khar Danda fish market as part of the research project ‘Swachhta Action Plan (SAP) and Commercial Utilization Fish Waste from Urban Fish Markets’ under the guidance of Dr. Ravishankar C.N., Director ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai.Dr. […]

Report of the Swachhta Programme Undertaken by ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai at Bazar Galli, Versova Landing Centre Fish Market on 29/03/2023

Under the research project ‘Swachhta Action Plan – Commercial Utilization of Fish Waste in Urban Fish Markets’, ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai conducted Swachhtha programme/Cleaning Programme at Bazar Galli, Versova Landing Centre Fish Market on 29/03/2023 under the guidance of Dr. Ravishankar C.N., Director ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai. Deep cleaning of the Versova landing centre fish market was done by […]

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 […]

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 […]

Report on Awareness cum Skill Development Training program on “Freshwater Prawn Breeding and Seed Production” Under Tribal Sub Plan (TSP)

ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Aquaculture Division, Mumbai organized an awareness and skill development program on “Freshwater Prawn Breeding and Seed Production” during 15-19 March, 2023. The training program was attended by 12 participants (8 Male and 4 female) from Amboli, Andheri Suburb Mumbai, Maharashtra. The training programme aims to impart knowledge about the fresh […]

Awareness-Cum-Skill Training Programme on “Value added Fish Products” Organized by ICAR-CIFA, Bhubaneswar and KVK, Khordha for the Tribal Women Beneficiaries of Khordha District of Odisha

A one day awareness-cum-skill training programme on “Value added fish products”was organized by ICAR-CIFA, Bhubaneswar, Odisha on 22.03.2023 in collaboration with KVK-Khordha, Odisha at Kamaguru, Tangi Block, Odisha for the tribal women beneficiaries of Khordha district under the TSP/STC programme of the Institute. At the outset, Mr. Ajaya Kumar Dash, Senior Scientist and Head (I/C), […]

ICAR-CIFA Celebrates 36th Annual Day Launches Jan Bhagidari Events to Create Awareness About India’s G 20 Presidency

The ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Bhubaneswar, Odisha celebrated its “36th Annual Day” at its Kausalyaganga Campus, Bhubaneswar today. The premier research institute on freshwater aquaculture in the country had begun its journey as an institute on this day in the year 1987 under Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). Padma Shri Prof. S. Ayyappan, […]

Schoolchildren Participated in India’s G20 Presidency Awareness Programme at ICAR-CIFA

Jan-Bhagidari events in Odisha are being organised as a precursor of G20 third Education Working Group meeting scheduled to be held at Bhubaneswar during 27-29 April 2023. Jan–Bhagidari events has commenced from 1st April 2023 to raise awareness and imbibe the spiritof participation and ownership with India’s G20 Presidency. As part of the programme, ICAR-CIFA […]

Exposure Visit for JNRM Students to ICAR-CIARI Conducted

An Educational trip was conducted for 80 students of B.Sc. Zoology and Allied Zoology (B.Sc. Botany & Chemistry) of Jawaharlal Nehru Rajkeeya Maha Vidyalaya Port Blair along with 3 faculties to learn about the on the ongoing Fish based & Animal Science field activities at Garacharma Research Complex of ICAR-CIARI, Port Blair on 28th March 2023. […]

Valedictory Function on Kisan Mela at CIARI Conducted

The Valedictory function of two days Kisan Mela on the theme: Promoting Natural Farming concluded today on 17th March, 2023. More than 500 farmers from South, Middle & North Andaman participated in the event. Dr. E. B. Chakurkar, Director, ICAR-CIARI in his Presidential address expressed his happiness on the successful conduct of the Kisan Mela, […]

Report on Trainers’ Training Programme (Under JUTE-ICARE) On “Improved Production Technology for Quality Jute Fibre Production” at ICARCRIJAF, Nilganj, Barrackpore

As per ICAR-CRIJAF Office Order F. No. Jute ICARE/Pur./21-22/ (e-150492) dated 10/02/2023, a trainers’ training on ‘Improved Production Technology for Quality Jute Fiber Production’ was conducted during 27-28 February, 2023 at ICAR-Central Research Institute for Jute and Allied Fibers, Nilganj, Barrackpore for the master trainers and block supervisors working under Jute-ICARE project. The programme was […]

Report on Trainers’ Training Programme (Under JUTE-ICARE) On “Improved Production Technology for Quality Jute Fibre Production” at ICARCRIJAF, Nilganj, Barrackpore

A trainers’ training on ‘Improved Production Technology for Quality Jute Fibre Production’ was conducted during 1-2 March, 2023 at ICAR-Central Research Institute for Jute and Allied Fibres, Nilganj, Barrackpore for the master trainers and block supervisors working under Jute-ICARE project as per ICAR-CRIJAF Office Order F. No. Jute ICARE/Pur./21-22/ (e-150492) dated 10/02/2023. The programme was […]

ICAR-CRIJAF and ICAR-NBSSLUP Regional Centre, Kolkata organised Awareness cum Training Programme on Enhancing Production in Jute Based Cropping System through Efficient Nutrient Management

ICAR-NBSSLUP Regional Centre, Kolkata in collaboration with ICAR-CRIJAF organized Awareness cum Training Programme on Enhancing Production in Jute Based Cropping System through Efficient Nutrient Management on 22-23 March, 2023. at ICAR-CRIJAF campus, Barrackpore. The main objective of the training programme organized under SCSP was to create awareness among the SC farmers for scientific, judicial and […]

Sisal Based Integrated Farming System

Integrated Farming System in Sisal Plantation can be adopted successfully as a profitable venture in Tribal and Drought Prone areas for employment generation, enhancing farm income and sustainable agriculture. The efficient use of available resources will help in generating adequate income due to integration of various farm enterprises and recycling of crop residue and by […]

ICAR-CSSRI’s Kharif Kisan Mela and Foundation Day-2023

On the occasion of 55th Foundation day of ICAR-Central Soil Salinity Research Institute, Karnal on 1st March 2023, Kharif Kisan mela was organized at the institute. Shri Dinesh Kulkarniji, National Organizing Secretary, Bhartiya Kisan Sangh inaugurated the Kisan Mela. Shri Dinesh ji urged the farmers to remain in close contact of the scientists for enhanced […]

Cassava Root Rot: An Emerging Problem in Kerala

Cassava plants in certain areas of Kerala show yellowing and drying of leaves; rotting of tubers and collar region of the stems. The cassava tuber rot hitherto reported showed symptom only on tubers, not in foliage. Farmers revealed 40-80% of this disease incidence where cassava is grown in low land paddy fields of Kollam district […]

Biofortified Sweet Potato and Millet Food Festival Organised at NEHU-TURA

ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, Thiruvananthapuram along with theIncubation Centre, North Eastern Hill University(NEHU), and Department of Agribusiness Management and Food Technology, Tura Campus, Meghalayahas organised a “Biofortified Sweet Potato and Millet Food Festival” on the theme “Converging the goodness of millets with healthy sweet potato”at Tura campus on 23rd March 2023. This food festival […]

Cashew Day 2023 Celebration at Directorate of Cashew Research, Puttur

Cashew Day-2023 was celebrated on Friday 10-03-2023 at the Directorate of Cashew Research at Kemminje, Puttur. Shri Gurunath R. Odugowdar, president of the Cashew growers Association, Gadag was the chief guest. He spoke about the importance of policy makers, farmers and scientists and processors in cashew sector. He suggested that the area expansion activities need […]

DDG (Horticultural Science) Visited ICAR-Directorate of Floriculture Research, Pune on 24.02.2023

The Deputy Director General Horticultural Science, ICAR, Dr Anand Kumar Singh visited ICAR Directorate of Floricultural Research, Pune on 24.02.2023. During his visit, Dr Singh monitored the infrastructural facilities of DFR including laboratories and newly developed farm office cum field laboratory building at Hadapsar campus and reviewed the work done by the DFR scientists. Dr […]

New High Yielding Groundnut Varieties Developed

A new groundnut variety, Raj Mungfali-3 (RG 559-3)’, was released in 2016 by the Central Sub Committee on Crop Standards, Release and Notification of Varieties, Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India for cultivation in kharif season (June–October) in the states of Rajasthan, Punjab and Uttar Pradesh of India (Zone I). ‘Raj Mungfali-3 is a Virginia […]

Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) to Minimize Aflatoxin Contamination in Groundnut

Groundnut is an important oilseed and ancillary food crop. India has the largest peanut growing area in the world and is the second largest producer after China. Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh are the major groundnut growing states of India and together account for about 90% of the national […]

Groundnut Field Day Celebrated at Panisagar, North Tripura

A Field Day on popularization of Groundnut varieties K 1812 & DH 256 along with application of Lime and Boron application@ 500kg/ha and @1kg/ha respectively was organized by KVK North Tripura, Panisagar in Brajendranagar, Kadamtala Block in North Tripura district, on 25th March 2023 with 30 number of farmers to highlight the nutrient management practices […]

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

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. A total of 82 progressive farmers from different parts of Mirzapur, Varanasi and Sonbhadra participated in this program. The chief guest of the program was Hon’ble […]

ICAR-DPR, Hyderabad Celebrates Its 36th Foundation Day

ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research celebrated its 36th Institute Foundation Day on 1st March, 2023. Shri. Adhar Sinha, IAS, Special Chief Secretary, Animal Husbandry, Dairy Development and Fisheries, Government of Telangana graced the function as Chief Guest. Dr. R.K. Mathur, Director, ICAR-IIOR acted as the Guest of Honour. The dignitaries visited the farm complex, hatchery, Moringa […]

ICAR DWR Organized Training Cum Workshop on “Protection of Plant Variety and Farmers’ Rights” (18 March 2023)

ICAR-Directorate of Weed Research, Jabalpur organized training cum workshop on “Protection of plant variety and farmers’ rights” on 18 March, 2023.Training cum workshop was organized to interact with the farmers from nearby villages and provided them information on Protection of plant variety and farmers’ rights. Dr. J.S. Mishra, Director, ICAR-DWR emphasized the nutritional benefits of […]

Crop Diversification Through Groundnut Cultivation for Sustainable Livelihood

Situation analysis Groundnut is a non-traditional crop not existed earlier and cultivated in the Roeing district of Arunachal Pradesh. Through PRA exercise conducted at 5 adopted villages namely Balek, Jia, Rukmo, Kangkong and Kebali identified the problems/production constraints like practicing of age old crops under traditional method, reluctant to adopt/change new food habit as still […]

Vegetable Soybean Variety Swarna Vasundhara: An Opportunity for Agri-Business

Vegetable soybean is an important leguminous vegetable whose green pods are harvested when the seeds fill 80-90 % of the pod width. Vegetable soybeans differ from the grain soybeans in respect of their large sized seeds, higher levels of sugars, more than seventy-five per cent 2-and 3-seeded pods, grey pubescence and bright green pod and […]

Released and Notification of Three Climate Resilient Rice Varieties “Swarna Purvi Dhan 1, Swarna Purvi Dhan 2 and Swarna Shusk Dhan”

Three climate resilient rice varieties namely “Swarna Purvi Dhan 1”, “Swarna Purvi Dhan 2” and “Swarna Shusk Dhan” have been developed by ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna and released & notified by the Central Sub-Committee on Crop Standards, Notification and Release of Varieties for Agricultural Crops, Govt. ofIndia (notification number S.O. 1056 (E) […]

One Day Training on “Management and Care of Horticultural Crops”

The ICAR-Research Complex for Eastern Region at its Ranchi Centre organized one day training programme on “Management and Care of Horticultural Crops” on 27th March, 2023. The programme was sponsored by the ICAR-AICRP on Fruits (SCSP). The training programme was formulated by seeing the opportunity and interest of SC farmers for establishment of new fruit […]

A Brief Report on Visit of His Excellency, the Governor of Bihar to ICAR-RCER, Research Centre for Makhana Darbhanga

His Excellency, the Governor of Bihar Shri Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar jee made a brief visit to the ICAR-RCER, Research Centre for Makhana, Darbhanga on March 26, 2023. The Honorable Governor was accompanied by the District Magistrate of Darbhanga Shri Rajeev Raushan, Member of Bihar Legislative Assembly (Darbhanga Sadar) Shri Sanjay Saraogi, Project Director, ATMA, Darbhanga […]

Visit of Secretary, DARE and DG, ICAR to ICAR-RCER, Patna

Hon’ble Secretary, Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) and Director General, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Dr. Himanshu Pathak visited ICAR-Research Complex for Eastern Region, Patna on 27th Feb, 2023. He was warmly welcomed by Director of the institute Dr. Anup Das. Dr. Pathak interacted with all the Scientists, Administrative and Technical staffs […]

Technology and Machinery Demonstration Meet Cum Farmer’s Fair Organized at ICARIGFRI, Jhansi

ICAR-Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute, Jhansi, (Uttar Pradesh) organized a one-day Technology and Machinery Demonstration Meet cum Farmer’s Fair on 01 March, 2023. Program was inaugurated in the presence of Chairman Dr. A. Chandra (Director, ICAR-IGFRI, Jhansi), Chief Guest Dr. Pulak Mohan Pandey (Director, BIET, Jhansi),Special Guest Dr. A. Arunachalam (Director, ICAR-CAFRI, Jhansi), Dr. […]

Spatio-Temporal Expression Pattern of Raffinose Synthase Genes Determine the levels of Raffinose Family Oligosaccharides in Peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) Seed

Raffinose family oligosaccharides (RFOs) which are present across the plant kingdom, are known to have important physiological functions in plants. However, the presence of RFOs in legumes causes flatulence, hence are considered antinutrients. Peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) is a rich source of protein, calories, essential fatty acids, vitamins (mainly tocopherol and niacin), and minerals (like […]

IIAB Ranchi Hosts Exposure Visit to Girl Students from Gumla

ICAR – Indian Institute of Agricultural Biotechnology (ICAR-IIAB), Garhkhatanga, Ranchi hosted 57 girl students of class nine and class eleven of Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Masaria Dam, Gumla and their three teachers on March 13, 2023. The exposure visit was organized by the Institute as knowledge partner under Vigyan Jyoti programme promoted by Dept. of Science […]

Nutrient Management for Dendrobium Orchid Cultivation

Dendrobium cv. Singapore White is an epiphytic orchid cultivated commercially for cut flower purpose. The performance of this orchid in response to the different nutrient concentrations was evaluated at the Central Horticultural Experiment Station of ICAR- Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, Chetalli in Kodagu district of Karnataka. Kodagu harbors about 75 species of native orchids […]

Embryogenic Cell Suspensions for Mass Multiplication of Banana

Banana cv Elakki bale (AB) is one of the commercially grown cultivars in southern parts of India. Due to its low multiplication rate, the commercial propagation using apical meristems is unable to meet the growing demand for planting material. The large scale micropropagation of elakki bale using embryogenic cell suspension (ECS) has been developed (one […]

Scientists of The Institute Successfully Completed Remote Pilot Course

Under the Agri-Drone project of the institute, two scientific personnel, Dr. Santosh S. Mali, Senior Scientist (SWCE) and Dr. Pawan Jeet, Scientist (SWCE), successfully completed the ‘Remote Pilot Course’approved by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). Both the scientists are now eligible to fly the drones classified under the ‘Rotorcraft VLOS’ category. The course […]

Improved Samba Mahsuri

Bacterial blight (BB) is a major disease of reducing rice yields significantly. Since chemical control of the disease is not possible, development and deployment of resistant varieties is the only economically feasible strategy available for managing the disease. Towards this objective a collaborative research team of scientists from DRR and CCMB have successfully introgressed three […]

DRRH 3 The First High Yielding Rice Hybrid With Medium Slender (MS) Grain Type

Directorate of Rice Research (DRR),Hyderabad has developed a high yielding hybrid DRRH-3 with medium slender grain type for irrigated ecology. It can be cultivated in areas with assured irrigation, where fine- grained rice varieties are preferred and widely cultivated. This hybrid can give about 23-30% more yield than BPT 5204. The grain quality traits of […]

Training Cum Exposure Visit of Skilled Support Staff of ICAR-IIRR on March 28,2023

Training cum Exposure visit of Skilled Support Staff of ICAR-IIRR on March 28,2023 to College Farm – College of Agriculture, PJTSAU Rajendranagar, Hyderabad Training cum Exposure visit of Skilled Support Staff (SSS) of ICAR-IIRR to College Farm, College of Agriculture, PJTSAU Rajendranagar, Hyd, was organized on March, 28, 2023 as part of the institute’s HRD […]

Certificate Course on Soil & Water Conservation and Watershed Management

The competent authority has been pleased to approve the enhancement of training charges from Rs.45,000/- to Rs.60,000/- (Rupees Sixty Thousand only) per participant in respect of Four- month Training “Certificate Course on Soil & Water Conservation and Watershed Management” being organized regularly by the Institute for the officers of state line departments. This enhancement in […]

Registration under ABI

The applicants and startups, has to mandatorily register as incubatee at ABI Centre ICAR- IISR, Indore for incubation with registration fee on Rs. 2000/- only (Click here for Registration). Initially, the duration of incubation will be 1 month which may be extended for 3 months or more in the specific case depending on requirement and in […]

Summer Internship Programme, 2023

ICAR – Indian Institute of Spices Research, Kozhikode will be conducting Summer Internship Programme on “Advanced techniques in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology and Bioinformatics” during 1st to 31st May, 2023 at ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research, Kozhikode. Interested students are requested to send their details (Name, Course of study, Institution, Contact No., Address ) by mail […]

Sugarcane Inter Cropping A Success Story

Average size of land hodings of Indian farmers is decreasing day by dayowing to constant increase in human population. Presently, the proportions of marginal, small and big farmers in the country is 58.0, 18.0 and 24.0 per cent, respectively. Therefore, to meet the demand of food viz; cereals, pulses, oilseeds, vegetables, sugar, etc. for the […]

Sugarcane Cutter Planter: A success story

Sugarcane, among sweeteners, is the only cash crop occupying about 4.0 million hectares in the country. Of this, about fifty per cent is under ratoon. The planting of this crop is conventionally done through country plough or ridger requiring 30-35 laborers/ha for undertaking various planting operations. These include sett cutting, furrow opening, application of fertilizers […]

National Training Programme Sugarcane Management & Development

10 days National Training Programme A large number of sugar complexes are coming up due to the liberalization and introduction of new sugar policy by the Government. Therefore, sugarcane acreage per sugar mill is declining. For producing a large quantity of sugarcane to run the mills to their full capacity, there are two options, either […]

ICAR- Indian Institute of Soil Science, Bhopal Organized Krishi Mela Cum Workshop

ICAR- Indian Institute of Soil Science, Bhopal organized Krishi Mela cum Workshop on Natural Farming at aspirational tribal district Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh. ICAR- Indian Institute of Soil Science, Bhopal (M.P.) organised Krishi Mela cum Krishak Sangosthi on Natural Farming during 27-29 March at KVK Surgi, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. Padmashri Smt. Phoolbasan Bai Yadav, President of the […]

Success Stories of Biological Control

G.B. Pant University of Agriculture & Technology has been pioneer in research and popularization of biological control of plant diseases in India. In 2006,Government of India declared Biocontrol Lab, Pantnagar as ‘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 biocontrol agents have been developed for […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendras of Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology

Krishi Vigyan Kendras: The first Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) was established in 1984 at the Hill Campus, Ranichauri (Tehri Garhwal). During 1994 to 1998, a total of 11 KVKs were established, out of these only two KVKs (KVK, Tehri and Champawat) were remained with this University at the time of formation of Uttarakhand. During 2004, […]

Technologies Developed at Colleges

The College has the mandate to develop scientifically proven technologies that can be transferred to the fish farmers of not only the State but whole of the North-India. The increased emphasis is given to frontier areas of carp culture, seed production, water quality management, fish health management, conservation of fish diversity and fisheries resource management. […]

University Farm of Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology

Activities University Farm produces large quantity of breeder, foundation and certified seed of major food grain, pulses and oilseed crops such as wheat, paddy, urd, moong, lahi and soybean and orchards besides that of commercial sugarcane. The seed is supplied to U.K. Seeds and TDC, NSC. The University Farm is primarily engaged in the production […]

Effect of Plant Growth Regulators on Seed Germination of Wild Fruit of Kilmora

Abstract The current study aimed to assess the impact of GA3 and NAA at various concentrations on seed germination and seedling growth in kilmora. Seven treatments and three replications made up the experiment’s randomised block design. Regarding improving seed germination, plant height, and the number of leaves per plant, the kilmora seed treated with GA3 at 75 […]

Morphological Characterization for Leaf Architecture in Teosinte (Zea mays subssp parviglumis) Derived BC1 F2 Population of Maize

Maize is genetically different from its wild species teosinte (Zea mays ssp. parviglumis) for various traits since maize has undergone domestication process over 10,000 years ago in the Balsas river valley of Mexico. But some major traits namely plant architecture have seen domestication syndrome which created significant differences between modern maize and its wild progenitor […]

113th All India Farmers’Fair and Agro-Industrial Exhibition

Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar popularly known as Habinger of Green Revolution in India wasdedicated to the Nation in 1960 by Late Pt.Jawahar Lal Neheru,the first Prime Minister of independent India,to promote agricultural education in the country. Since then, the University is catering to the needs of the society by imparting […]

Integrated Nutrient Management Model Sugarcane

Sugarcane being a heavy feeder and long duration crop suffers from persistent nutrient unbalance due to gap between nutrient removal and application. The crop is long duration and nutrient exhaustive. The depleting soil health and crop productivity in the sugarcane cultivating area of subtropical states namely Uttar Pradesh. Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand and Bihar are a […]

Weather Based Technology for Production of Winter Maize in Bihar

Maize, popularly known as”Corn”,which is also called,”Queen of Cereals”is very important crop.Bihar is a prominent state for maize production in India.Being a C4 plant,it has high potential of converting solar energy into food energy.It is an important crop for a large population around the world.Millions of people use maize as food, feed and industrial raw […]

A way of Nitrogen Management to Reduce Nitrate Contamination in Subsurface Waters

Recharge from precipitation and irrigation Pumping of large volumes of water from aquifers has occurs each year. If the groundwater is not recharged periodically, the water table fall. Recharge occurs when precipitation is more than required in root zone. The water which enters the soil surface, passes via the root zone, and slowly percolates to […]

Success Stories of Rajendra Agricultural University

After the devastating flood due to breach in the embankment of Kosi River, the Rajendra Agricultural University took an initiative to restore the agricultural activities in the flood affected zone. A two tier committee was constituted to collect soil samples and assessment of possibility for growing crops in different soil situations of six districts namely […]

Center for Start Up Facilitation

Introduction For past few years in the context of Indian agricultural landscape there is the emergence of Agri-incubators for facilitating and promoting new enterprises with innovative business ideas. This context of developing agri-business ecosystem in various agricultural and its allied sectors and unleashing innovation and agri-preneurship has received special emphasis from Central government as well […]

New Initiatives of RPCAU

Boat based solar pumping system: An irrigation system operated by solar energy is being developed for irrigation to the diara/ dhab land of Bihar. The system comprising of submersible pump will river water to the adjoining diara/ dhab land which remain thirsty of irrigation water for the entire crop period. Laghu Sinchai Yantra: This drum […]

Mushroom Production Technology

The university organizes training programmes on Mushroom Production Technology, regularly. Training programmes are being organized for the farmers as well as enterpreneurs. Interested persons from any corner of the country can participate. The training programmes cover following activities through practicals wherever required. Production, Protection, Crop Management of Oyster, Button, and Dudhia mushroom through practicals  Production, Protection, Crop Management […]

Impact of The Technologies Developed by The University

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

The Agro Club

Agribot

In order to sustain the society and thereby the civilization on the whole, ultimate goal of all process of learning, educational institution need to remain awaken even when the spatio-temporal signifiers take catnaps. Its living status is defined by its vibrance and flexibility. The cyclic mature of history allows us to make broad assumption based […]

Advanced Center for Hill Bio Resources & Biotechnology

Centre’s History To face the challenges in frontier areas of science and technology, Advanced Centre for Hill Bioresources & Biotechnology (ACHBB) owes its origin to the erstwhile Biotechnology Centre, established in the University during 1991. Courses Offered Undergraduate Courses Plant Biotechnology and Plant Tissue Culture. Post-graduate Courses Molecular Genetics and Cell Biology, Techniques in Cell […]

Himachal Farmers Livelihood Concerns and Opportunities In Agriculture

Agricultural Diversification in Himachal : The Turning Point Himachal Pradesh is a small hill state located in the western Himalayas. Ninety percent of its 6.1 million population inhabits over 17000 villages spread over the mountain landscape from low hills to high mountain areas. The dominant features of hill and mountain farming in Himachal Pradesh are […]

Production Technologies Developed by The University

Field Crops Rice About 87 per cent farmers of Konkan raise seedlings of rice and ragi on limited nursery area specially treated by ‘Rab’ practice which is an eco-hazardous method of heating surface area. The university has recommended to grow rice and ragi seedlings on raised beds of 10-12 cm height and control weeds by […]

Crop Varieties Developed by Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth

The University has developed 90 varieties of field, fruit, vegetables, tuber and spice crops. There includes 25 improved and 5 hybrids of rice, two each varieties of finger millet, groundnut, cowpea and dolichus bean and one variety each of horse gram, rice bean (fodder), pigeon pea, tomato, chilli, bitter gourd, snake gourd, long bean, drumstick, […]

Proposed Extension Programme

Establishment of Krishi Vigyan Kendra: Being a new University, there is an urgent need to develop 5 to 6 numbers of Krishi Vigyan Kendra through Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi under administrative control of CGKV in 3 different agro-climatic zones of Chhattisgarh state Communication centre: To disseminate scientific information to farmers, communication centre […]

Veterinary Polytechnic

Despite, enviable achievements in livestock and poultry production in the country, shortage of veterinarians is a serious issue, limiting the possibilities of further progress in the sector. Supply of veterinarians less than the demand is still felt as a handicap of late, when today’s livestock and poultry having more of exotic germ plasm are unable […]

Helping Develop Economically and Environmentally Sound Hill Agriculture

The Himalaya embraces 14 states in India including Himachal Pradesh. The mixed farming includes crop-livestock-horticulture system in this hill state. Small millets, maize, rice, wheat, amaranths, rajmash, barley, apple, peach, pear, plum, potato, pea,cabbage, cauliflower, french bean and tomato form major components of the farming systems. The cash crops are also picking up. The undulated […]

Brainstorming Session on Mainstreaming Agro Biodiversity of NW Himalayas at CSKHPAU

The state Govts need to give MSP to farmers on Millets: Dr T.R.Sharma, DDG,ICAR Palampur 10 March. Dr T.R.Sharma, Deputy Director General, Indian Council of Agricultural Research inaugurated a ‘Brainstorming session on mainstreaming native agro biodiversity of North Western Himalayas with special emphasis on Millets at CSK H.P.Agriculture University, here today. While addressing scientists, farmers […]

Rates of Green Tea Leaf (GTL)

It is notified for all concerned that the communication No. QSD/1-5/DR Director of Research of the University, vide his office 5/DR-CSKHPKV(Acctts)/21/-9136 dated 09/02/22, has been pleased to approve rates for sale of Green Tea Leaf (GTL) of the Department of Tea Husbandry & Technology, CSK HPKV, Palampur as under: 1. If GTL is supplied to ‘Cooperative […]

Varieties of CCSHAU

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 which supplemented the performance of semi-dwarf high yielding wheat and rice varies during the Green Revolution period, but the improved varies have […]

Agribusiness Incubation Center

Agri Business Incubation Centre is hosted at Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agriculture University (CCSHAU) Hisar, Haryana and supported by National Bank of Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD). ABIC intend to promote agribusiness and entrepreneurship development with the concept of growth through innovation, up gradation of technology and skill development. Agriculture along with the allied sectors […]

Technology Developed and in Pipeline

Agronomy (09): i. Resource conservation techniques in rice- wheat system ii. Integrated Nutrient Management in Rice-wheat System iii. Reducing P- Requirement by Taking Advantage of its Residual Effect in Rice-Wheat System iv. Agro-Technique of Dry Direct Seeded Rice (DSR) for Bihar v. Management of Weeds in Zero Tilled Wheat vi. Nutrient Management in Scented Rice-Potato-Onion […]

Bihar Agricultural University About Research

Bihar is the 12th largest state in India in terms of geographical area and is the second most populous state (10.38 Crores) in the country. The population density of the state is 880/ sq km compared to 340/ sq Km in India. It is an agrarian state and agriculture is the vital source of livelihood […]

Happening at BAU

Holistic development of farming community is the outcome of pragmatic extrapolation of teaching, research, extension and training by the agricultural university. Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour is committed for these, since its establishment. Hon’ble CM Inaugurates Forestry College of Bihar Agricultural University. Hon’ble CM chaired in Kisan Samagam for finalization of fourth agricultural road map. Regional […]

Agriculture Technology Information Center (ATIC)

The Agricultural Technology Information Centre (ATIC) was institutionalized in the University under ITD component of National Agricultural Technology Project (NATP) to holders, under the overall administrative ambit of Directorate of Extension Education. The activities of ATIC-BCKV revolve around following core functional areas: Rendering diagnostic and farm advisory services through an Interdisciplinary Team of Scientists Ensuring […]

Varieties Developed by Bihar Agricultural University

I. SABOUR SURBHIT: (Released in 2012) Aromatic fine grain rice with yield potential of 40–45 quintal per hectare and can perform well under limited irrigated condition also. II. SABOUR ARDHAJAL: (Released in 2013) i. Long slender grain aerobic rice variety ii. Yield potential 50 –55 quintal. ha-1 iii. Suitable for upland and medium land iv. […]

Soil Testing Services

 Soil Testing Laboratory Soil testing laboratory has facilities to test the pH, EC, Organic Carbon, Available N, P, K, Boron, Sulphur and Micronutrient (DTPA-Extractable-Zn, Cu, Mn & Fe) on the payment basis. Benefits of Soil Health Card (SHC) The SHC is a complete evaluation of the quality of soil right from its functional characteristics, to […]

Oil Seed Section

About The Department / Section : NAME OF THE PROJECT :All India Co-ordinated Research Project on Rapeseed – Mustard. NAMAE OF THE CENTRE: Chandra Shekhar Azad University of  Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur-208002 (U.P.). YEAR OF START: 1967 Joint Centre under AICORPO (separated in 1993-94 as AICRIP on R & M). HISTORICAL BACKGROUND: Rapeseed-mustard are group of crops. […]

Research Achievements and Impact

The outstanding contributions of the university have been the release of more than 200early maturing, high yielding and disease/ insect resistant crop varieties/ hybrids of cereals, pulses, oilseeds vegetables, cotton and evolution of agro-techniques suited to various situations. The generated technologies have already been transmitted at the farmers’ fields, which have contributed significantly in augmenting […]

The Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology Success-Story

Brief: The farmer used to get annual income of Rs.166000 from Paddy, Wheat , Orchard and seasonal vegetables. He faced problems like use of old variety, insect-pest, high dose of fertilizers with DFI intervention like use of HYV proper management of orchard, mixed farming and use of organic manure, bio pesticide etc. he is getting […]

Seed and Farms

In agricultural development and modernization, use of quality seeds of improved varieties suitable to location specific condition have played a most significant role in enhancing agricultural production and productivity. It is, therefore, imperative to place more emphasis for developing an efficient, effective and latest technology for seeds production involving farmers, which should be relatively low […]

A Seminar on Millet Export Creating Opportunities for New Entrepreneurs

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS This is an offline programme. Certificate will be provided on the basis of attendance. Certificate of participation will be provided via email. NOTE Posters are invited on the themes mentioned. Best posters will be presented with a certificate in the valedictory ceremony itself. It should be made either on a flex or chart […]

Sabour Agri Incubators (SABAGRIS)

Incubation Center: SABOUR AGRI INCUBATORS (SABAGRIS): A Project under RKVY-RAFTAAR Agri Business Incubators (R-ABI) sponsored by the Ministry of Agriculture and Framers Welfare, GoI, New Delhi sanctioned in the FY: 2019-20 Goal All over the world, incubators are receiving attention for developing new enterprises in the fields of technology, service, business ideas etc. in research […]

Skill Development Training Programme

As per focus of State and Central Government on Skill Development Training Programme it has decided by the concerned ministry to involve ICAR Institutes and Agricultural Universities to organizing Skill Development Training Programme of 200 hours or more duration for rural youth in different Job Role / Trades. The Skill Development Programme is the priority […]

Tribal Sub-Plan project

Objective Increasing agricultural production and productivity through dissemination of appropriate resource and location specific agricultural technologies. Enhancement of livelihood and nutritional security of tribal communities through agro-enterprise diversification. Enhancement of farm profit ability among tribal communities through promotion of value addition, agri-premiership and market linkage. Professional and entrepreneurial empowerment of tribal communities through mobilization and […]

Kalyani Lake Hall (FACC) 

The Lake Hall i.e. the Farmers’ Academy and Convention Center (FACC) has been successfully retaining its glory since its inception and day by day it is becoming a centre of excellence across Eastern India in the domain of agricultural education and extension through capacity building of the farmers and stakeholders. Farmers irrespective of gender and […]

Water Bodies and Fishery

Status of university farm ponds Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya has more than 30 number of water bodies with the area coverage of 41.8 acres with the control of Directorate of Farms. These water bodies are spread out in different places of south Bengal from Kakdwip to Purulia covering 3 distinctive agro-climates like Coastal saline, New […]

Integrated Agromet Advisory Service (Gramin Krishi Mausam Sewa)

Name of the Project: Integrated Agromet Advisory Service (Gramin Krishi Mausam Sewa) Starting date: 1994 Name of Officer-in-Charge/ Nodal Officer: Prof. S. Banerjee Other members of the project: Dr. Mahasweta Bhowmick (Technical officer/ SMS) Total staff: Two Achievements: The weather data from Kalyani Observatory is collected on daily basis and data on soil moisture is collected on weekly basis. […]

Technology Transfer and Advisory

Technology Transfer / Advisory Soil map for micro- (Zn, Fe, Mn, Cu, B) and secondary nutrients (S) for 12 districts (Burdwan, Hoogly, Howrah, Bankura, Malda, Cooch behar, Jalpaiguri, Nadian N- & S- Dinajpur, N- & S- 24 Parganas) prepared in collaboration with NBSS & LUP Crop cultivars in the pipeline /recommended for multi-locational evaluation – […]

The Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya (BCKV)

The Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya (BCKV) with the headquarters at Mohanpur, Nadia was established in 1974 . This University has already completed more than four decades of its establishment and made an important contribution towards the development of agricultural – education, research and extension. In the beginning, the university had two constituent faculties viz., Agriculture and […]

Certificate of Fellowship Awarded to the Scientists of Biological Control Research Laboratory, AAU, Anand

Dr. Nainesh B. Patel, Principal Research Scientist & Dr. Raghunandan B.L., Assistant Research Scientist, Biological Control Research Laboratory, Anand Agricultural University, Anand were honored with ‘Fellowship of Society of Bio-control Advancement’ in recognition of their meritorious work in the field of biological control of crop pests and diseases. This honor was presented during 7 th […]

International Year of Millets-2023

Millets are rich source of nutrients, antioxidants and proteins. Beside that, they have the ability to sequester carbon thereby reducing the release of atmospheric CO2 thus contribute in mitigating climate change. On 9th March, 2023, The NSS unit of Polytechnic in Agricultural Engineering, Anand Agricultural University, Dahod organized awareness programme on International Year of Millets-2023 […]

All India Coordinated Research Projects

Research Projects & Activities AICRP/AINP Presently, two All India Coordinated Research Projects (Sesame & Castor), one Network Project (Potential Crops), one Project Coordinating Unit of AICRP on Pearl Millet, 11 RKVY Projects, one long-term development project (MIDH) and few Non-Plan and need based projects are being undertaken to develop production & protection technologies. To see […]

Mera Gaon Mera Gaurav

Mera Gaon Mera Gaurav Mera Gaon Mera Gaurav is the national innovative initiative of ICAR 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 […]

The Registration for Common University Entrance Test

PUBLIC NOTICE 11 March 2023 Subject: Extending the Registration for online Application Forms of the Common University Entrance Test [CUET (UG)] – 2023 Examination – reg. The Registration for Common University Entrance Test [CUET (UG) – 2023] is live since 09 February 2023. Meanwhile many new Universities / Institutions / Autonomous Colleges / Organizations have […]

Gandhi Krishi Vignana Kendra (GKVK)

Gandhi Krishi Vignana Kendra (GKVK) campus of the University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore, Karnataka State, India is located about 15 kms away from Bangalore City on the Bangalore Bellary Road (National Highway No.7). Geographically, the place is located at 130 05″ N latitude and 770 34″ E longitude. The center is at an altitude of 924 meters […]

The Center of Excellence on Small Millet’s

Centre of Excellence on Small Millets 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 […]

National Innovations on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA)

About NICRA: National Innovations on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) is a network project of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) launched in February, 2011. The project aims to enhance resilience of Indian agriculture to climate change and climate vulnerability through strategic research and technology demonstration. The research on adaptation and mitigation covers crops, livestock, fisheries […]

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 of unwanted vegetation and removing stones. The entire farm is fenced and demarcated into 9 blocks, and the fields of size […]

Electronic Wing

Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University, forefront in the “Service of the Farmers” is always striving to deliver the latest technologies developed in the University to the farming community through different means of communication. Realizing the importance of the electronic media as the most powerful tool to reach a large audience in the most effective […]

PJTSAU Publishes Agriculture Almanac Popularly Known as Vyavasaaya Panchangam

Vyavasaaya Panchangam PJTSAU publishes agriculture almanac popularly known as Vyavasaaya Panchangam every year that covers package of practices of all the crops in the vernacular language. The publication is a compilation of various cost effective crop management technologies recommended by the eminent scientific fraternity of the University in pursuit of holistic development of the farming […]

Success Stories of Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University

Direct Seeding in RICE In Khammam district most of the farmers are practicing conventional method of rice cultivation i.e., transplanted rice under tanks and canals as source of irrigation. Due to monsoon vagaries, farmers are facing water shortage.Read More… Dry converted wet rice against transplanted rice in Khammam district of Telangana In Khammam district, farmers […]

Agricultural Market Intelligence Center

The agricultural market environment is changing with unprecedented speed and in very diverse ways locally and globally. These dynamics affect farm prices and thereby farm income. The majority of the rural producers are unable to understand and interpret the market and price behaviour to their advantages. Hence, market information and intelligence are crucial to enable […]

AIOI & PJTSAU Announces the Commencement of Next Batch of “Skill and Entrepreneurship Development in Organic Products”

Course Details: AIOI Certificate Course on Entrepreneurship Development in Organic Products is a professional course targeted to cater to the needs of organic industry. The information, guidance, practical training and course completion certificate will provide the participant with several opportunities in the industry, like; Auditing for assessment of organic programmes Opportunities for organic certifications Quality […]

KVK, Palem Organized Awareness Programme on “Soil Health Management”

KVK, Palem organized awareness programme on “Soil Health Management” to the school teachers under Rashtriya Avishkar Saptah (RAS) 2022-23 in collaboration with District Educational Officer, Nagarkurnool at KVK Premises on 04.03.2023. In this programme, Dr. T. Prabhakar Reddy, Programme Coordinator, KVK, Palem illustrated the importance of soil fertility, balanced fertilization in enhancing crop yields and […]

Scientific Advisory Committee” Meeting of KVK

Scientific Advisory Committee” meeting of KVK, Malyal was organized at KVK, on 24-02-2023 under the chairmanship of Dr. R. Uma Reddy, Associate Director of Research, CTZ, RARS Warangal. The meeting started with opening remarks by the chairman who suggested to propose action plan to cater to the farmers’ needs. Dr. S. Malathi, Programme coordinator, KVK, […]

Research Highlights ,Recent Major Research Outcomes

Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University at its head-quarters in Pookode, houses an ICMR accredited COVID testing laboratory in the Dept of Veterinary Microbiology, CVAS, Pookode. The centre associates with district administration in management of COVID-19 An inactivated vaccine was developed against riemerellosis whichwas superior in terms of results obtained from the challenge study, antibody […]

Prospects and Procedures for Veterinary Licensing Examination Abroad

Veterinary profession has immense research and career potential abroad. Compared to any other profession, Veterinarians in Canada, European Union and 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 military service. […]

Clinical Services – Animal Reproduction, Genecology & Obstetrics

Veterinary & Animal Sciences The department offers handling infertility in farm and pet animals, obstetric cases and artificial insemination services. The clinical services are provided by means of a Gynaecology and Obstetric unit at the Mannuthy and Kokkalai Veterinary Hospitals run by the University. Artificial Insemination Centres located at Mannuthy and Kokkalai premises, serves to […]

Jharkhand Gets Its Own Registered Pig Breeds

Ranchi-based Birsa Agricultural University received registration certificates from the Indian Council of Agricultural Research for its two newly registered pig breeds — Banda and Purnea Jharkhand on Thursday got its first registered pig breeds after nearly two decades of being carved out from Bihar. Ranchi-based Birsa Agricultural University (BAU) received registration certificates from the Indian […]

BAU Gets ICAR Registration Certificates for Two New Pig Breeds Banda and Purnia

Birsa Agricultural University (BAU) on Thursday received registration certificates from ICAR for its two newly registered pig breeds- Banda and Purnea. Since registration of any animal breed is essential for further research work and policy making by the government now decks are clear for conservation and promotion of these important breeds. In Jharkhand pig rearing […]

Achievements of Birsa Agricultural University

Fifth Deans’ Committee recommendations have been adopted and implemented. Innovations in instructional technology have been promoted through e-classrooms and videoconferencing. Initiated teaching, research and extension in newly established colleges of Agriculture, Dairy and Fisheries. Experiential Learning Programmes (ELP) have been redesigned with inclusion of more farmer- oriented activities. Co-curricular and extra-curricular activities have been intensified […]

Soil Testing Rate of Birsa Agricultural University

Analysis of Soil samples received from of Private Organization, NGO’s, Other Institutes & Agencies at the following rate:- Soil Testing charge for organic carbon., pH., Available N, P, K, Ca, Mg, S,@ Rs. 100/- each for each parameter & for each sample. Soil Sample – Micronutrients @ Rs. 200/- each for each parameter & for […]

Krishi Vigyan Kendra and Its Functions in Birsa Agricultural University

Krishi Vigyan Kendra is a frontline extension programme and innovative institutional model of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research. It is devoted to undertake the activities of technology assessment, refinement and dissemination through on farm testing, frontline demonstration, vocational training of farmers, rural youth, farm women and extension functionaries. Apart from this, KVK functions as […]

The Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana is Organizing Kisan Mela on 24-25 March, 2023

The Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana is organizing Kisan Mela on 24-25 March, 2023 at the Main Campus, Ludhiana. You are, therefore, invited to participate in the Agro-Industrial Exhibition of Kisan Mela as per following rules/conditions: Stall booking The rent charges of different stalls are as per details given below which are to be deposited with […]

National Science Day-2023

The National Science Day-2023 was observed by the Department of Physics, AMU today to commemorate the invention of “Raman Effect ”, by Indian Physicist Sir C V Raman for which he earned the Nobel Prize. Sir CV Raman has a connection with AMU as he was conferred D.Sc.( honoris causa) degree by the university on 20th November […]

Sarojini Naidu Hall Wins Inter-Hall Girls’ Kabaddi Tournament

Team A of the Sarojini Naidu Hall, the girls’ residential hostel emerged as winner in the inter-Hall Kabaddi tournament by defeating Abdullah Hall by 25-4 points. The tournament was organized by Sarojini Naidu Hall for the bonafide girl students of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), in which five teams participated, including two teams from Sarojini Naidu […]

Millet Year Observed

The Centre of Agricultural Education, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Aligarh Muslim University conducted an awareness programme on “Introduction of Millets in Hostel Mess and Cafeteria” in order to observe the “International Year of Millet-2023”. Welcoming the guests, Coordinator of the center, Prof. Iqbal Ahmad highlighted the importance and need for including Millet in daily meals in […]

Extension Lecture on Personalizing the Customer Shopping Experience

The Department of Business Administration (DBA), Aligarh Muslim University organised an extension lecture on “Personalizing Customer Shopping Experience Using Data and AI” by Mr Syed Atif Umar, Senior Director-Analytics, Flipkart, Bengaluru. Mr Atif explained how Personalization is yet another level of segmentation and how most large companies are leveraging data and artificial Intelligence. He elaborated […]

AMU Faculty Member Delivers Lecture at University of Delhi

Dr Aquil Ahmad, Chairperson, Department of Philosophy, Aligarh Muslim University delivered an invited lecture at the international conference on “Reflections on Hundred Years of Philosophy in India”, organized by the Department of Philosophy, University of Delhi. Speaking on “Indian Perspective on Multiculturalism: A Reflection”, Dr Ahmad delineated the multiculturalism engrained in Indian ethos and manifested […]

Skill Development Programme @ Aligarh Muslim University

The Training and Placement office (General), Aligarh Muslim University organized a 9-day online employability Skill Development Programme, in collaboration with Rubicon Skill Development (supported by Barclays) for AMU students pursuing different courses. TPO, Mr Saad Hameed said that the objective of the programme was to make the students aware of the professional expectations and skills required in the job market and to develop an industry-university […]

Beneficial Insect: Lac Insect

LAC INSECTS: Globally, till date 99 species belonging to nine genera have been reported. In India, there are 26 species under two genera, viz. Kerria and Paratachardina They secrete a resin, a bio-resource of wide commercial utility. Scientific Name: Kerria lecca (Kerr.) in India K. chinensis ( Mahdi.) in Assam and NorthEast India Family-Tachardiidae Super […]

A DGCA Authorised Remote Pilot Training

Rolling Notification For Agricultural Remote Pilot course (Arpc)of 12 Days Duration Note : Apply by filling the Admission Form along with Medical Certificate + Scanned copies of all the certificates only when you passed 10+2 and above and own Indian Valid Passport to [email protected] Eligible candidates can apply througout the year for admission. Based on […]

NAHEP is Designed to Strengthen the National Agricultural Education System

NAHEP is designed to strengthen the national agricultural education system in India with overall objective to provide more relevant and high-quality education to agricultural university students. This programme will promote efficiency and competitiveness through changes in working mechanism of agricultural universities, raising the teaching and research standards through improved research and teaching infrastructure and enhanced […]

AGPREUN- Student Entrepreneurship Club

AGPREUN- Student Entrepreneurship club AGPREUN is the Student Entrepreneurship club of TNAU to motivate the student’s core business intent and their passion to channelize their ideas into viable business during their graduation. Directorate of Agri-business Development is planning and coordinating the activities of AGPREUN. It has been established in all the constituent colleges of TNAU. […]

One Day Workshop on ” Export Promotion of Rice and Its Value Added Products from Kerala”

Announcement Issued by RAFTAAR Agri Business Incubator Date of Notification Monday, March 6, 2023 Content KAU agri business incubator in association with Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Authority (APEDA) is organizing one day workshop on “Export Promotion of Rice and its Value Added Products from Kerala” on 10.03.2023. The programme includes sessions by experts, […]

Tribal subplan programme (TSP) 2022-23 of AICRP on Forage crops and utilization

AICRP on Forage crops and utilization has organized the TSP activities in Wayanad district with distribution of layer hen and fodder planting materials to Tribal women in Noolppuzha and Ambalavayal panchayath respectively. The official inauguration of the programme was done on 7.11.2022 at Malappura Kurumar tribal colony in Noolpuzha panchayath with supply of layer hen. […]

World Soil Day Celebrations

Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, College of Agriculture, Padannakkad celebrated World Soil Day on 5th December, 2022. Nileshwar Muncipality Vice Chairman, Sri. P.P. Muhammad Rafi inaugurated the soil day programme. He delivered the key note address and emphasized the importance of maintaining the soil health. Dean in charge, Dr. K. M. Sreekumar, presided over the […]

US NGO to Collaborate With PAU to Support Small and Marginal Farmers

Dr Harinder Lamba, Co-Founder and Secretary of a US-based NGO, PAGRI (Punjab Agricultural Rejuvenation Initiative) held parleys with Dr Satbir Singh Gosal, Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana to discuss the modalities to support small and marginal farmers of Punjab. The meeting was held in the presence of Dr Sukhpal Singh, Chairman, Punjab State Farmers’ […]

Flower Show Concludes at Pau, Flawless Floral Beauty Captivates Visitors

Pure and flawless beauty of colorful flowers captivated the onlookers during the two-day “Dr MS Randhawa Diamond Jubilee Flower Show and Competition” which concluded at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) today. The Department of Floriculture and Landscaping as well as the Estate Organization had organised the show at PAU which evoked an overwhelming response from intense […]

Pau Scientists Visit Telangana To Study About The Various Water Conservation Initiatives

Worthy Vice Chancellor of PAU sent a three member PAU team including Dr Manmohanjit Singh (Director, RRS Ballowal Saunkhri), Dr Sanjay Satpute (Scientist, Soil and Water Engineering, PAU) and Dr Abrar Yousuf (Scientist, Soil and Water Engineering, Ballowal Saunkhri) Telangana to study about the various initiatives taken by Telangana government for water conservation and irrigation […]

The Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana is organizing Kisan Mela on 24-25 March, 2023

P.A.U. Kisan Mela (24-25 March 2023) The Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana is organizing Kisan Mela on 24-25 March, 2023 at the Main Campus, Ludhiana. You are, therefore, invited to participate in the Agro-Industrial Exhibition of Kisan Mela as per following rules/conditions: Stall booking The rent charges of different stalls are as per details given below […]

Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) New Delhi has established Center for Agricultural Bioinformatics

Bioinformatics aims to bring the biologists, statisticians and computer scientists together from the point of view of system biology approach to understand the biological phenomenon through innovative applications of statistics and computer science. It entails the creation of advanced databases, algorithms, computational and statistical techniques, and theory to solve formal and practical problems arising from […]

Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Cultivation

Many essential oils, dyes and cosmetics are made of plants and many species of medicinal and aromatic plants are cultivated for such industrial needs, but most of them are available and wild collected. The medicinal and aromatic plants cultivation should be patterned to guarantee the known levels of the active compounds. The first thing that […]

The Importance of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants

Plants are a very important source of many products considered as useful for human bodies. Many plant species are used as a source of treatment of various disorders, so these plants are also known as Medicinal and Aromatic plants. Plants have been used since ancient times of all civilizations and cultures, mostly as home remedies […]

Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Abstracts

The Directorate of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Research (DMAPR) is the place where you can find many information and details about the importance, the role of the medicinal and aromatic plants in national economy and many Reviews of aromatic and medicinal plants in India. And Slots Plus casino is the place where you can have fun with […]

All India Coordinated Research Project on Floriculture

The All India Coordinated Research Project on Floriculture was established during IV Five-Year Plan in the year 1970-71 to carryout nation-wide interdisciplinary research by linking ICAR Institutes with State Agricultural Universities (SAU’s). The necessity of the project has been reviewed from time to time in view of growing importance and potential of floriculture in different […]

Farmer Fair-Cum-Exhibition

ICAR- Directorate of Groundnut Research -Junagadh, organised a Kisan mela and exhibition for the groundnut farmers of Saurashtra region on 4th February, 2020 with the financial support from DAC. The mela was attended by more than 850 farmers which included over 200 women farmers. The main emphasis of the mela was to provide information and guidance to the farmers about the […]

The Annual Group Meeting (AGM) on Groundnut (ICAR-AICRP)

The Annual Group Meeting (AGM) on groundnut was organized through video conferencing on 25- 26, April 2022. Dr. CS Praharaj, Director ICAR-DGR, Junagadh welcomed all the participants and presented the highlights of AICRP-G programme made during rabi-summer, 2020-21 and kharif, 2021. Dr. Sanjeev Gupta, ADG (O&P), ICAR and co-chairman of the AGM advised for constitution of a […]

International Women Day as Celebrated at ICAR-DGR

International women day was celebrated at ICAR-DGR, Junagadh on 08 March 2021. About 27 women farmers from Ivnagar village, Junagadh dist. participated in the programme. The programme started at 03:00 pm by an introduction and a short speech by Dr Sushmita S, Scientist, emphasizing the significance of ‘International Women’s Day’ and the importance of women […]

International Yoga Day Celebrated at ICAR-DGR on 21st June 2022

Commemorating the National campaign on ‘Azadi Ki Amrit Mahotsav’ International Yoga Day with the theme “Yoga for Humanity” was organised at ICAR-Directorate of Groundnut Research, Junagadh and its Regional Stations on 21-06-2022 (6:30-8.00 AM). On this occasion two exponents of Yoga from Junagadh, Smt. Jayshreeben Laskhari and Smt. Purviben participated in the event and taught the Staff […]

Hands-on training on Recirculating Aquaculture System for Intensive Farming of Coldwater Fish at ICAR-DCFR, Bhimtal

ICAR-Directorate of cold water Fisheries Research, Bhimtal, conducted three days hands-on training on “Recirculating aquaculture system for intensive farming of cold water fish” from 1-3 August 2022. The training was attended by 17 trainee/participants, including farmers, entrepreneurs, aquaculture/fisheries start-ups, and marketing executes. The training resumed with the inaugural session, where Dr.Debajit Sarma (Principal Scientist)and Dr. […]

Field Demonstration of ICAR-DCFR Rainbow Trout Grower Feed at Anantnag, Kashmir

The ICAR-Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research, Bhimtal, Uttarakhand, has formulated, validated and developed a high protein-energy rainbow trout grower feed through a series of laboratory and pilot scale experiments. To demonstrate the performance efficiency and production economics of this grower feed, an on-farm production trial was conducted at Ammadzoo village, Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir from […]

17th Parthenium Awareness Week organized by ICAR-DCFR, Bhimtal during 16th to 22nd August, 2022

The ICAR-Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research, Bhimtal organized 17th Parthenium Awareness Week during 16th to 22nd August 2022.• On 16th August 2022, parthenium uprooting activities were carried out in institute campus.On 17th August 2022, parthenium uprooting activities were undertaken in ICAR-DCFR Mahseer Hatchery. An attempt was taken to make hatchery free from parthenium grasses. On 18th and […]

State For Agriculture And Farmers Welfare

Sri. Sudarshan Bhagat, Hon’ble Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India visited ICAR-CTCRI, Thiruvananthapuram on 28th January 2017.The minister inaugurated the precision water and nutrient management facility as a part of ‘More crop per drop’ research programme of the Institute to fulfill the objective of the hon’ble Prime Minister’s dream […]

“National Productivity Week”

The “National Productivity Week” was celebrated at ICAR-CTCRI from 12-18 February, 2017 at the Institute Head Quarters at Thiruvananthapuram. The inaugural ceremony was flagged off by Dr. Janakiram, Assistant Director General (Horticulture) on 13.02.2017 at ICAR-CTCRI. A series of competitions were held for the staff and students of the Institute on the theme Waste to […]

Tuber Crops Technology Conclave and Agri-Startup Meet 2017

Tuber Crops Technology Conclave and Agri-Startup Meet 2007 inaugurated by honorable Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shri. V. S. Sunil Kumar, at ICAR- Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (ICAR-CTCRI), Thiruvananthapuram on October 28, 2017 at 10:00 AM. Honourable Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Kerala, In his inaugural address, the minister told that agriculture scientists […]

One Day Seminar on Tuber Crops in Andhra Pradesh

The Institute has organised one day Seminar on ‘Improved Technologies of Horticultural Crops with Special Reference to Tuber Crops’ at Ryali, Atreyapuram Mandal in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh on 1st August 2019, in collaboration with Dr. YSR Horticultural University, Venkataramannagudam, AP. Dr. B.V.K. Bhagwan, Head, HRS, Dr. YSR Horticultural University, Kovvur inaugurated the […]

ICAR-CTCRI celebrated 71st Constitution Day

Constitution day 2020 was celebrated at ICAR-CTCRI by organizing reading of preamble and two expert talks. The programme also marked the culmination of year long celebration of the 70th anniversary of adoption of THE CONSTITUTIONS OF INDIA from 26.11.2019 to 26.11.2020. Constitution day celebrations on 26.11.2020 was organised in virtual mode by following SOPs of COVID-19.The […]

Celebration of World Soil Day 2020 at ICAR-CTCRI, Thiruvananthapuram

World Soil Day (WSD) 2020 was celebrated at ICAR-CTCRI on 5 December at 2.30 p.m. in the Golden Jubilee Hall of our Institute on virtual mode. The programme started with ICAR theme song followed by welcome address by Dr. Susan John. K, Principal Scientist (Soil Science) and Nodal Officer of the Soil Health Card Programme. […]

World Water Day at ICAR-CTCRI

The institute observed ‘World Water Day 2021’ on 22nd March. Dr. C. George Thomas, Chairman, Kerala State Biodiversity Board was the Chief guest and he delivered a talk on the theme: “Valuing Water”. Dr. V. Ravi, Director (A) , Dr. S .Sunitha, Principal Scientist and Coordinator of the programme, scientists, staff and students of the […]

Awareness Campaign on Balanced Use of Fertilizers

The Awareness Campaign on Balanced Use of Fertilizers was organized by ICAR-CTCRI, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala on 18 June 2021 in virtual mode (Zoom and Facebook Live) in commemoration of 75th year of India’s Independence (Azaadi ka Amrit Mahotsav). The campaign was organized as per the directions received from the office of DDG (NRM), ICAR, New Delhi. […]

ICAR-CTCRI Celebrated Foundation Day

ICAR- Central tuber Crops Research Institute celebrated its 58th foundation day on 23rd July 2021. The function was organized in hybrid mode by following Covid protocol. Shri.P.Prasad, Hon. Minister for Agriculture and Farmer’s welfare, Government of Kerala, inaugurated the function by watering an elephant foot yam plant. In his inaugural address the Hon. Minister reiterated […]

Tuber Crops Planting Festival – Mezhuveli Panchayat

ICAR-CTCRI has organized a tuber crops planting festival and farm inputs and implements were distributed to identified beneficiary farmers belonging to below poverty line (BPL) scheduled castes in Mezhuveli panchayat, Pathanamthitta district on 5th March 2022. In a function organized at Karithotta, Mezhuveli, the farmers meet was inaugurated by Mrs. Veena George, Hon’ble Minister for […]

ICAR-CTCRI celebrated World Water day 2022

The institute celebrated World water day 2022 on 22 March, 2022 on the theme “Ground water: Making the invisible visible”. The programme was held online and Mrs. Santy S.R., Hydrogeologist, Ground Water Department, Thiruvananthapuram district office, Govt. of Kerala delivered a talk on the theme, explaining the importance of ground water, sources, negative effects of […]

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

Tobacco as a commercial crop has unique place in India, as it generates 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 soil moisture. […]

Poly Tray Seedling Production

A tray nursery technique has been developed and standardized to produce healthy tobacco seedlings to overcome disease problems and to preclude transplantation shock. The technique is simple and entails sowing tiny tobacco seeds on coconut coir pith compost and transferring the young seedlings of about 20-25 days to poly-trays for raising them on the growth […]

Conventional Seedling Production

Ideal soils (Well drained light textured soils, with low soil chlorides (< 100ppm)) is a prerequisite for successful nursery raising. Pre-sowing operations viz., deep ploughing, bed cutting and post sowing operations viz., mulching, regular watering (4 times a day) and weeding, pest and disease control measures are essential in conventional nursery which is costly and […]

Shallow Furrow & Medium Ridge Technology

About 75 % of the farm land is shaped into medium ridges (1.0 m top width ×0.75 m height × 2.0 m bottom width) and furrows (2.0 m top width × 1.0 m bottom width × 0.75 m depth) with a gap of 3.5 m between two consecutive ridges and furrows. As in high ridge […]

Paddy-Cum-Fish Cultivation Technology

Trenches (3 m top width × 1.5 m bottom width × 1.0 m depth) are dug around the periphery of the farmland leaving about 3.5 m wide outer from boundary and the dugout soil is used for making dikes (about 1.5 m top width ×1.0 m height × 3.0 m bottom width) to protect free […]

High Ridge and Deep Furrow Technology

About 50% of the farmland is shaped into alternate ridges (1.5 m top width ×1.0 m height × 3m bottom width) and furrows (3m top width × 1.5 m bottom width × 1.0 m depth). These ridges remain free of waterlogging during Kharif with less soil salinity build up in dry seasons (due to higher […]

Farm Pond Technology

About 20% of the farm area is converted into on-farm reservoir to harvest excess rainwater. The dug-out soil is used to raise the land to form high and medium land situations besides the original low land situation in the farm for growing multiple and diversified crops throughout the year instead of mono-cropping with rice in […]

Forage Grasses on Saline Vertisols

Cultivation of forage grasses, Dichanthium annulatum and Leptochloa fusca in a ridge-furrow planting system with 50 cm high ridge and 1 m between midpoints of two successive ridges was found ideal in saline black soils having salinity up to 10 dS m-1 . For maximizing forage production, Dichanthium on ridges and Leptochloa in furrows form […]

Salvadora persica on Highly Saline Vertisols

Salvadora persica L. (Meswak), a facultative halophyte which is a potential source for seed oil has been identified as a predominant species in highly saline habitats of coastal and inland black soils (ECe >30 dS/m). This species is a medicinal plant of great value and its bark contains resins and an alkaloid called Salvadoricine. The […]

Dill (Anethum graveolens) on Saline Vertisols

Dill (Anethum graveolens), a non-conventional seed spice crop has been identified as potential crop for cultivation on saline black soils having salinity up to 6 dS m-1 in rabi season with the residual soil moisture. It has multiple uses viz., pot herb, leafy vegetable, seeds used as condiments and seed oil for aromatic and medicinal […]

Cotton-Pulse Intercropping on Moderately Saline Vertisols

Salt-affected Vertisols (Black cotton soils) cover an area of approximately 0.80 million hectares in the country, of which 0.12 million hectares are estimated to occur in Gujarat. Due to high clay content and other physic-chemical properties, soils are adversely affected even at low salt concentration and exchangeable sodium contents. Restoring the productivity of these lands, […]

Raised and Sunken Bed Technology in Waterlogged Sodic Soils

Since majority of sodic lands in U.P. are with resource poor medium to small land holders. Therefore, for them a system of raised and sunken bed was evolved using land modification technique in Sarda Sahayak canal command area. In raised and sunken bed system the area is divided into number of strips of desired width. […]

Pond Based Farming System Technology in Waterlogged Sodic Soils

About 0.35 million ha sodic lands suffer from shallow water table conditions in Sharda Sahayak Canal Command and are not suitable for cultivation even after conventional method of gypsum based reclamation. This has led to diminishing land and water productivity and loss of livelihood for the farm families in this command. Seepage from the canal […]

Technology with Reduced Gypsum and Salt Tolerant Varieties

The field experiments were initiated to develop low cost technologies for the resource poor farmers by integration of gypsum and salt tolerant varieties of rice and wheat cropping system. The grain yield of rice and wheat under 25 % plus salt tolerant varieties was at par with 50 GR plus normal cultivars. The cost of […]

Bio Growth Enhancer (CSR-BIO)

It is a low cost multiplication technology of salt tolerant bio-growth enhancers (CSR-BIO) for increasing productivity of agri-horti crops in normal and sodic soils. The technology is developed to produce microbial consortia of beneficial microbes which have universal applicability, higher shelf-life and lower cost of production. The consortium of microbes enhances the growth, productivity, nutrient […]

Multi-Enterprise Agriculture Model for Reclaimed Alkali Soils

A multi-enterprise model evaluated for sustaining livelihood on reclaimed saline soils in small and marginal land. It is developed for reclaimed sodic land for crop diversification and to increase resource use efficiency of water, nutrients and energy besides providing regular income, employment and livelihood to farmers owning small farm holdings. For sustaining livelihood on reclaimed […]

Bio-Drainage Technology

Bio-drainage removes excess soil-water through transpiration by trees. It is an option to prevent the development of waterlogged and saline soils especially in areas having no possibility of disposing saline drainage effluent. There are large areas with water stagnation due to seepage from higher elevation, surface disposal of urban and industrial effluents and floods during […]

Auger Hole Technology for Alternate Land Use System

An auger hole technology for raising forest and fruit tree plantation in salt-affected soils with sub-surface hardpan has been developed and standardized. By adopting this technology, state forest departments have successfully raised tree plantations on salt-affected village community lands, Govt. lands, adjoining roads, railway lines and canals etc. Pit cum auger hole technology is developed […]

Sub urface Drainage Technology

Sub surface drainage (SSD) is an effective technology for amelioration of waterlogged saline irrigated lands in India. The system consists of perforated corrugated PVC pipes, covered with synthetic filter, installed mechanically at a design spacing and depth below soil surface to control water table depth and drain excess water and salts out of area by […]

Gypsum Bed Technology for Poor Quality Water Management

About 25% of the groundwater resources used for irrigation in India are either saline or brackish or both. In states like Rajasthan and Haryana, 84% and 62%, respectively of the groundwater are of poor quality. Irrigation water standards used in the past have been too conservative for the monsoonal climate of the country. The institute […]

Gypsum for Reclamation of Sodic Soil

Following diagnostic procedures, application of 10-15 tons gypsum per ha is applied followed by mixing of surface (10 cm) soil. Before gypsum is applied, field leveled, 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 contributes around 16.60 million […]

ICAR-CRIJAF organized Jute Seed Industry Meet in Barrackpore

ICAR-CRIJAF organized Seed Industry Meet on 09.08.2021 to sensitize the jute seed industry about the importance of new varieties and the licensing policy of the institute for commercial productions of seeds of these jute varieties. ICAR-CRIJAF is the only research institute in the country that has contributed germplasm collection, maintenance, evaluation, utilization, breeding and release […]

Jute Industry Stakeholders Meet by ICAR-Central Research Institute for Jute and Allied Fibres

ICAR-CRIJAF is continuously pursuing excellence in research and technology development for the benefit of the whole jute sector by strengthening the fiber production technology with new innovations. Recent developments in need-based technologies developed by the institute on improved varieties with higher productivity and finer quality, mechanization in jute cultivation and post-harvest processing, solar energy based […]

Poshan Vatika Maha Abhiyan and Tree Plantation program

ICAR – Central Research Institute for Jute and Allied Fibres, Barrackpore, its regional stations organized “Poshan Vatika Maha Abhiyan and Tree Plantation program” at different villages viz., Belle Shankarpur, and Makaltala near to ICAR-CRIJAF, HQ and its regional stations at Burdwan and Sorbhog, Assam as the curtain raiser for series of events to be organized […]

Success Story of CRIJAF Nail Weeder

Goaldah is one of the predominantly jute growing village of North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, where jute is intensively grown by majority of farmers in upland condition. From a long time, jute growers of the village were facing the problem of weed infestation in their field be it broad leaved or sedge type. […]

Success Story of CRIJAF Multi-Row Seed Drill

Jute is an important environment friendly fibre producing crop and it is mainly grown by small and marginal farmers as a rain-fed crop followed by paddy. Sowing of jute is the most important farm operation for getting healthy and dieses less crop for higher fibre production. Traditionally jute farmers follow broadcast method of sowing to […]

Jute Bag Making – A Profitable Venture for Women Entrepreneurs

It was during 2017 March, that a group of twenty farm women from Chowgacha, Krishnagunj , Nadia district came to ICAR CRIJAF to undergo training on Entrepreneurship development through value addition of jute fibre and fabrics under ATMA . The main objective of the training programme was to enhance the economic condition of farm women […]

CRIJAF SONA Brings Golden Glory for Jute Fibre

Jute is one of the important commercial fibre crop grown by majority of the small and medium farmers of West Bengal.This fibre crop is very special to them as its harvesting time coincides with the Great festival of Durga Puja .Retting is one of the crucial operation that determines the quality of jute and subsequently […]

Intensive Lamb Rearing for Maximizing Mutton Production

Intensive feeding protocols for lambs on (i) complete feed consists of roughage and concentrates mixture in ratio of 50:50 or (ii) free grazing and ad libitum concentrate mixture supplementation for mutton production has been developed for attaining finishing weight of 33.0 kg at 6 month of age in lambs of native breeds. The venture is found to […]

Chokla, The Best Carpet Wool Breed

Chokla sheep has been improved through intensive selection for fine carpet wool production. It produces 2.4 kg wool per annum with average fiber diameter of around 30m and medullation of around 30%. The staple length of more than 6.0 cm makes it ideally suitable for carpet. his breed is distributed in Churu, Jhunjhunu, Sikar andbordering […]

Malpura, A Promising Breed for Mutton Production

Malpura, an indigenous sheep for mutton has been improved through intensive selection. Body weight at six month of age has been improved from 13.84 kg in 1974-75 to 25.74 kg in 2010-11. High genetic merit rams are being supplied to the farmers for genetic improvement of animals in the breed tract. The improvement in the […]

SRRC, Mannavanur organized a “Broiler Rabbit Farmers – Scientists Interface Meet”

The Southern Regional Research Centre of ICAR-CSWRI, Mannavanur organized a Farmer-Scientist interface on 19.03.02022 (Saturday) at the Conference Hall of the prestigious Madras Veterinary College, Vepery, Chennai – 7. The event was attended by 68 Broiler Rabbit rearing farmers belonging to Chennai, Vellore, Kanchipuram, Chengalpattu, Pondicherry, Tiruvallur, Villupuram, Cuddalore and Kallakurichi districts. Even though the […]

Institute Diamond Jubilee Year Celebration and Farmer Fair

Honorable Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shri Kailash Choudhary inaugurated ‘Institute Diamond Jubilee Year Celebration and Farmer Fair’ on 4th January, 2022 at CSWRI, Avikanagar. Progressive Farmers, women, artisans, sheep rearers, agriculture and veterinary students from different parts of the state, participated enthusiastically in the event. On this occasion, Hon’ble chief guest […]

Sea Ranching of Green Tiger Shrimp Seeds by Mandapam Regional Center

As part of the regular sea ranching initiative, the Mandapam Regional Centre of the ICAR- Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) released a total of 3.25 million seeds of green tiger shrimp (Penaeus semisulcatus) of PL 40 into the Palk Bay at Mandapam on 30th July, 2022. The shrimp seeds were released by Dr. G. Tamilmani, Head-in-Charge in […]

Swachh Bharat Mission

Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (SBA) or Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) or Clean India Mission is a campaign in India that aims to clean up the streets, roads and infrastructure of India’s cities, smaller towns, and rural areas. Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launched on 2nd October 2014 with slogan “One step towards cleanliness” to fullfill […]

Jute-ICARE (Jute-Improved Cultivation and Advanced Retting Exercise

Enhancing Livelihood of Jute Farmers Through Mass Up-scaling of Improved Jute Production Technologies Objective To support the small and marginal jute growers with certified seed, mechanization in sowing and weed control and to accelerate retting by using microbial consortium so that the jute growers can grow good quality jute and receive higher price for their […]

Tribal Sub Plan

The Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) was initiated during Fifth Five Year Plan, is a strategy for the rapid Socio-economic development of tribal people. ICAR-CRIJAF provided technological interventions for jute production with improved variety, seed drill, nail weeder, balanced fertilizer application and improved retting method using CRIJAF SONA etc. The farmers who adopted the demonstrated CRIJAF technologies […]

Soil Health Card (SHC)

Soil Health Card (SHC) is a Government of India’s scheme promoted by the Department of Agriculture & Co-operation under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare. It is being implemented through the Department of Agriculture of all the State / UT. Health Card Scheme is a very beneficial scheme for farmers. The farmers do not […]

International Conference on Reimagining Rainfed Agro-ecosystems: Challenges & Opportunities

Rainfed-drylands, as an important biome, occupy more than 41% of the world’s land area and provide much of the world’s food and fibre, further supporting biodiversity and providing ecosystem services (UNCCD, 2017). Climate change, which is expected to manifest as increased frequency and intensity of extreme climate events including droughts is particularly of concern in […]

ICC-Cogent Coconut Tissue Culture Workshop

Knowledge sharing and synergy among the leading coconut tissue culture laboratories in member countries of ICC (International Coconut Community)/COGENT (International Coconut Genetic Resources Network) is the key to upscale and advance the Coconut Tissue Culture Technology. The results of scientific developments in various laboratories working on coconut tissue culture need to be harmonized and complemented […]

Sea Ranching of Green Tiger Shrimp Seeds by Mandapam Regional Center

As part of the regular sea ranching initiative, the Mandapam Regional Centre of the ICAR- Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) released a total of 3.25 million seeds of green tiger shrimp (Penaeus semisulcatus) of PL 40 into the Palk Bay at Mandapam on 30th July, 2022. The shrimp seeds were released by Dr. G. Tamilmani, Head-in-Charge in […]

Refresher Course on “Shellfish Species Identification” Organised by Mandapam Regional centre

Mandapam Regional Centre of the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) organised a three days refresher course on “Shellfish species Identification”  from 1st  to 3rd August. A total of 12 participants, including FRAEED survey staff and young professionals, attended the training. Dr G. Tamilmani, Senior Scientist & Head-in-Charge, inaugurated the training and briefed on the importance […]

Training on ‘Natural Farming of Seaweeds’ Organized by Mandapam Regional Centre of ICAR-CMFRI

In connection with the campaign on Annadata Devo Bhava” under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, the Mandapam Regional Centre of the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) organised a training programme on ‘Natural Farming of Seaweeds’ on 23rd April, 2022. A total of 135, including fishermen and the staff participated the programme.Dr. G. Tamilmani, Senior Scientist & Head-in-Charge […]

Awareness Programme on Jellyfish Sting Management for Seaweed Cultivators

On July 14, 2022, an awareness programme on jellyfish sting management at Sambai fishing village, Rameswaram, was organised for seaweed farmers as a part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav initiative of the Government of India. The programme was presided over by Dr. G. Tamilmani, Head in Charge of Mandapam Regional Centre of ICAR-CMFRI, and he […]

Training Programme on Cultivation of Immunity Boosting Horticultural Species

A three days long training programme on “Cultivation of Immunity Boosting Horticultural Species” was conducted during August 1 to 3, 2022 at ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair as a part of celebration of “Azadi ka Amrut Mahotsav”. Practical skills are one of the crucial factors that determine the success of a venture. In […]

ICAR-CIARI with KVK Conducted Training on Hygenic Handling Practices for Tribal Fishers at Tamaloo

ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair in collaboration with KVK, Nicobar conducted the training programmes on hygienic handling practices in fisheries and demonstration cum input distribution to promote small-scale fishing activities of tribal fishers at Tamaloo and Big Lapathy villages during 30-07-2022 to 01-08-2022. The training programmes were inaugurated by Shri. Manuah Thomas, First […]

Sensitization on Responsible Fisheries and Input Distribution

Regional Station, Minicoy of ICAR-CIARI Port Blair, conducted a “Sensitization on responsible fisheries and Input Distribution under Schedule Tribe Component (STC)” for the welfare of tribal fishermen of Minicoy from 25th to 29th July 2022. Speaking on the inaugural occasion, the Chief Guest Dr. Shrikant R. Tapdiya, the Deputy Collector of Minicoy expressed his happiness about the […]

Successful Demonstration of Artificial Insemination in Goat

Teressa goat in Nicobar group, Andaman goat in Andaman group of Islands and Barren Island goat in Barren Island are indigenous goats available in humid tropical Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. These first two breeds are domesticated and used as meat animals in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The population of goat has been decreased (4.25 […]

CIARI Organised Workshop On Entrepreneurship on Fancy Guppy Fish Culture

A one day workshop cum awareness programme on ‘Entrepreneurship on Fancy Guppy fish culture: Status, Scope, Challenges, Opportunities and Marketing strategies in A&N Islands’’ was organised on 22/07/2022 by Institute Technology Management Unit and Fisheries Science Division, ICAR-CIARI. A total of 25 participants including SHGs, small scale business persons and NGOs participated in the programme. […]

Workshop Cum Training on Mini Feed Mill Operation

Division of Animal Science, ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair conducted three days workshop cum training on Mini Feed Mill Operation in collaboration with NABARD from 12-14, July 2022 at Livestock Farm Complex, Garacharma, ICAR-CIARI. A total of 12 farmers including 6 women farmers attended the programme. During the training programme, farmers were imparted […]

Training on “Value Addition in Coconut & Coconut Based Food Products”

Regional Station, Minicoy of ICAR-CIARI Port Blair, conducted a “Sensitization on responsible fisheries and Input Distribution under Schedule Tribe Component (STC)” for the welfare of tribal fishermen of Minicoy from 25th to 29th July 2022. Speaking on the inaugural occasion, the Chief Guest Dr. Shrikant R. Tapdiya, the Deputy Collector of Minicoy expressed his happiness about the […]

Workshop on Impact of Feed Supplements in Livestock and Poultry

Division of Animal Science, ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair conducted three days workshop on Impact of feed supplements in livestock and poultry at tribal farming community of Harminderbay from 16 to 18, May 2022 under Scheduled Tribal Component in collaboration with DBT-Biotech Kisan Hub in commemoration of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsava. Shri. Andrew, […]

Field Day on Fodder Production Strategies in The Islands

Animal Science Division, ICAR-CIARI, Port Blair conducted a Field Day on 7th May 2022, under NABARD funded project to augment the fodder production in the islands in-order to improve the productivity of the livestock. A total of 24farmers from Hasmatabad, Ranchi Basti and Indira Nagar were imparted with first-hand knowledge and fodder production technologies at […]

Establishment of Mini Incubator at Baratang by CIARI

Division of Animal Science, ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair has launched the programme on Establishment of BIOTECH KISAN-HUB funded by DBT, Govt of India with the main aim for dissemination of livestock and poultry production technologies for enhancing the farmers livelihood of Andaman Nicobar Islands. Under this programme, Mini unit of incubator of […]

World Veterinary Day Celebrated at ICAR-CIARI, Port Blair

ICAR-CIARI, Port Blair organized a one day workshop on Zoonoses: An Emerging Public Health Threat as a part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahatsov on the auspicious occasion of World Veterinary Day – 2022” on 30.04.2022. World veterinary day is celebrated every year with the main objective to promote livestock health and welfare for sustainable production. […]

Dragon Fruit Cultivation- A Potential Commercial Venture in The Island

ICAR-CIARI in collaboration with NABARD, Port Blair conducted field day cum demonstration at Temple Mayo,Collinpur, South Andaman on 25th April, 2022 which was attended by 20 farmers under the chairmanship of Dr. Eaknath B. Chakurkar, Director, ICAR CIARI. With financial assistance from NABARD, the dragon fruit field with support structures are established in the field […]

Training on Byproducts from Fishery Wastes Conducted by ICAR-CIARI

CAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute conducted training programme on “Development of Byproducts from Fishery Wastes” at ICAR-CIARI Campus, Marine Hill during 08-15 April, 2022. The programme was organized to sensitize the stakeholders regarding the potential of fishery wastes in processing and byproduct development and the scope of byproduct technology in the Island scenario. Practical sessions […]

Livelihood Security Through Livestock Based Farming System

A ‘Kishan Gosti’ was organized jointly by ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair and Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services at Bharatpur village, Shaheed Dweep on 30th March, 2022 in a mesmerizing natural environment under a big mango tree, in a ‘Shantiniketan style’. The main theme of the programme was “Livelihood security through […]

Tuber Crops Diversity Fair Wealth of Andaman and Nicobar Islands

ICAR- Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair has conducted ‘Tuber crops Diversity Fair’ at Sippighat, Port Blair on 30th March 2022 to enhance awareness on Tuber crops Wealth of Andaman and Nicobar Islands and to sensitize the farmers on the potentials of tropical tubers in enhancing the livelihood security under All India Coordinated Project […]

Demonstration of Agricultural and Allied Apps for Enhancing Production and Income of Tribal farmers

A team compressing of Scientist, Technical and Supporting Staff of ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Garacharma organized one day training programme on 20th March, 2022 at Harminder Bay Village, Hut Bay, Little Andaman on “Demonstration of Agriculture and allied apps for enhancing production and income of tribal farmers”. Shri. D. Karunakaran, Scientist explained, how Smartphone […]

Capacity Building Programmes for Nicobari Tribal Farmers

A scientific team of ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Garacharma visited Tapoiming, Kinyuka, Chukchucha, Tamaloo, Perka and Big Lapathy villages of Car Nicobar between 15th and 22nd March 2022 and conducted capacity building programmes for Nicobari tribal farmers on “Regenerative agricultural practices for Island based Cropping System” and “Agricultural technologies for enhancing the income and […]

A Sensitization Programme on Woody Pepper as a Potential Crop for The Islands

A sensitization programme on ‘Woody pepper as a potential crop for the Islands’ was conducted for the farmers of Lal Pahad area of South Andaman under DBT, New Delhi funded project on Woody Pepper on February 18, 2022. Dr. Ajit Arun Waman, Scientist, ICAR-CIARI and Organizer of the programme, explained the participants about importance of […]

Success Story on “Horticulture Based Roof Top Production Model at Chinmaya Mission”

ICAR-CIARI in collaboration with NABARD, Port Blair, has implemented the project on “Horticulture based sustainable roof top production model for nutritional and livelihood security of urban households of Andaman Islands” in different places of South Andaman under the chairmanship of Dr. Eaknath B. Chakurkar, Director, ICAR-CIARI and guidance of Dr. Augustine B. Jerard, Head, Division […]

National Workshop-Cum-Hands on Training programme on Design and development Process of Agricultural Gadgets in FRP Inaugurated

AICRP on PEASEM center at ICARCentral Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Bhubaneswar organized National workshop-cum-Hands on Training programme on “Design and development process of agricultural gadgets in FRP” during 15-16 July, 2022. Dr. R.K. Singh, Project Coordinator of AICRP on PEASEM, Ludhiana; Dr. S.K. Jena, Project Coordinator, CRP on Water, ICAR-IIWM, Bhubaneswar and Dr. Saroj Kumar […]

On-Farm Training Programme

ICAR-CIFA, RRS-Rahara and Kalyani FS have conducted a 14 days ‘On-Farm Training Programme’ on ‘Advances in Freshwater Aquaculture’ during 01-14 June, 2022. The inauguration programme was held on 01.06.2022 at RRS-Rahara in presence of Dr. S. Adhikari, SIC, all scientists and staffs of RRS-Rahara and Teaching Faculties of FFSc, WBUAFS. Theory classes were conducted on […]

Biofloc for Blue Growth: Promoting Small Scale Aquaculture in Inland Salt-affected Areas

Mrs. Asha Hooda, DFO, Haryana was the Chief Guest on the occasion while Dr. Babitha Rani, OIC Chaired the proceedings. The feasibility as well as the benefits of biofloc technology in terms of water and space requirement, reduction in feed cost, profitability, etc. in inland saline shrimp aquaculture were highlighted. Recognising the role being played […]

Responsible Growth is Sustainable Growth

Dr. P. Koteswara Rao, Principal & Additional Director, State Institute of Fishery Technology, Kakinada was the Chief Guest on the occasion. Dr. Muralidhar P. Ande, OIC and other staff with 40 farmers participated in the program. Mr. S. Balaji, State Coordinator, NaCSA flagged the concerns over growing number of aqua chemical products in market (estimated […]

Small is Big: Enhancing productivity in small scale aquaculture (CIFE Kolkata Centre)

Swami Shivapurnanandaji Maharaj, Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Educational and Research Institute, Naredrapur was the Chief Guest. Dr. G.H. Pailan (OIC), scientists and staff from ICAR institutes, KVK and the Fisheries Dept. along with 40 farmers participated in the event. Inaugurating the event and the workshop Swamiji emphasized on the skill and knowledge-based farming to enhance the […]

Fish from farm ponds: Developing strategies for Maharashtra (CIFE Mumbai)

Dr. Ravishankar C.N., Director, CIFE presided over the function while Dr. Vijay Mahajan, Director, Directorate of Onion and Garlic Research, Rajgurunagar was the Chief Guest. Dr. N.P. Sahu, Joint Director and Dr. S. N. Ojha, HoD, FEES chaired the technical sessions. A study tour of 45 tribal farmers from Nandurbar district was also organised. Fish […]

ICAR-CIFE Commemorates National Fish Farmers Day 2022

10th July is a red letter day for Indian fisheries. 65 years ago, on this day in 1957, two ICAR scientists Dr. Hiralal Chaudhuri and Dr. K.H. Alikunhi achieved a breakthrough in induced breeding of carps. This pioneering work helped mass scale production of quality fish seed and sowed the seeds of blue revolution. India […]

ICAR – CIFT Bags Kerala State Renewable Energy Award

he ICAR- Central Institute of Fisheries Technology, Kochi has won the Kerala State Renewable Energy (Akshaya Oorja) Award and commendation certificate in appreciation of the achievements towards research and innovation initiatives on renewable energy resources. The Award was distributed by Shri. Pinarayi Vijayan, Hon’ble Chief Minister, Govt. of Kerala in presence of Shri. Kadakampally Surendran, […]

ICAR-CIFT received KRISHI portal Appreciation Certificate

ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technology received Appreciation Certificate for uploading all its Publications of the last 6 years (2013-14 to 2019-2020) in the KRISHI portal of ICAR. The certificate was received by Dr. Saly N Thomas, Principal Scientist and Nodal Officer, KRISHI, CIFTfrom Dr. Trilochan Mohapatra, DG, ICAR & Secretary, DARE on 10th December 2019 during the […]

CIFT bagged Awards in the Indian Food Scientists and Technologies Conference

ICAR- Central Institute of Fisheries technology Kochi has bagged three prestigious awards in the 27th Indian Convention of Food scientists and Technologists (ICFoST) held at Tezpur University, Assam. The national convention was organised by the Association of Food Scientists and Technologies (India) (AFSTI). Dr. C.N. Ravishankar, Director, CIFT has been conferred as the Fellow of […]

FAO publishes ICAR-CIFT’s work on Food & Gear loss in Gill net fisheries

lCAR-CIFT’s work on ‘Food and fishing gear loss’, the first attempt from the country in the area of fishing gear loss has got appreciation from Rome based Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) and published by the world food body as ‘FAO fisheries and Aquaculture Circular No.1204 `Food and gear loss from selected gillnet and trammel […]

Electrical hybrid dryer launched

ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technology, Kochi has developed a refrigeration enabled mobile fish vending kiosk to improve the unhygienic handling and marketing practices of fisher folk, small scale vendors and retailers.

Value addition of fish and fishery products

ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technology, Cochin has organized a three day days training cum demonstration programme (under NEH component) on ‘Hygienic handling of fish and value addition of fish and fishery products’ in collaboration with.Conducted NEH programmes on ‘Value addition of fish and fishery products’ in Nagaland

Hygienic handling and product development from fish

Hon’ble MP, Tehri Garhwal accolades ICAR-CIFT for joining hands with Uttarakhand Govt. for stakeholders’ capacity building A three-day long online training on ‘Hygienic handling and product development from fish’ was organized by ICAR-CIFT Veraval Research Centre, Gujarat in joint collaboration with the Department of Fisheries, Uttarakhand for the benefit of fish far Hon’ble MP, Tehri […]

Safe Fish for Healthy Life’ on World Food Safety Day

ICAR-CIFT conducted a National Seminar on ‘Safe Fish for Healthy Life’ on World Food Safety Day ICAR- Central Institute of Fisheries Technology, Cochin organized a national seminar on ‘Safe fish for healthy life’ in the backdrop of World Food Safety Day celebration on 7 June, 2022

39TH INSTITUTE RESEARCH COUNCIL (IRC) MEETING OF ICAR-CIBA

The 39th Institute Research Council (IRC) meeting of ICAR-CIBA was conducted at its headquarters, Chennai during 25th-26th July 2022. The meeting was chaired by Dr. K.P. Jithendran, Director, CIBA & Chairman, IRC. All the Scientists and Technical Officers who are the members of IRC participated the meeting. The meeting began with welcome address by Dr. K.P. Kumaraguru […]

National Campaign on Kisan Bhagidari Prathmikta Hamari for the promotion of Millets

A function for the national campaign for the promotion of millets were organized in the Government Girls High School, Village Chuli Bagariyan, Hisar on April 28, 2022 where 70 school students and 20 farmers participated in the event. A lecture on the advantages and nutritive value of the millets on the health of the individuals […]

Cotton Informatics

Decision Support System for Cotton Cultivar selection: Developed decision support system for cotton cultivar selection – the tool aids the decision makers to identify ideal cultivar for varied agro-climatic condition or demand. The system also aids the decision makers to identify micro level suitability of cotton cultivar based on key agro-ecological parameters. INDIAN COTTON PORTAL: […]

High Density Planting System for High Cotton Yields

Desi cotton cultivarsare re-emerging as potential alternative to obtain sustainable yields-during the era of climatic uncertainties. Seven cultivars were evaluated and the long-linted desi cotton cultivars,PA 528 and CNA I041 were identified to be the most productive. Planting under high density planting systems,was found to increase seed cotton yield by 275 kg/ha. Detopping along with […]

Awareness Programme on Nutri Sensitive Agriculture

ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar organized an awareness Programme on Nutri Sensitive Agriculture on 8th July, 2022 for sensitizing the stakeholders on the importance of nutritional interventions in improving family food and nutritional security. Smt Rekha Sharma, Hon’ble Chairperson, National Commission for Women (NCW), New Delhi graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Dr […]

Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute

India has vast and varied types of inland fisheries resources in the form of rivers, estuaries, reservoirs, floodplain wetlands, lakes, coastal lagoons and backwaters, which play important roles in fish production in the country, ensuring food and nutritional security, employment generation and livelihoods to millions of people. Recognizing the role of inland fisheries, Government of […]

Poultry Research Division

Way back in 1930s, the role of poultry in uplifting rural economy and alleviation of malnutrition was recognized and on the recommendations of Royal Commission on Agriculture (1927), a separate Poultry Research Section at the Imperial (now Indian) Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Izatnagar (UP), Bareilly was created on March 11, 1939, which was later on […]

Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) is an autonomous organisation under the Department of Agricultural Research & Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India. Agricultural Extension Division is one of the Subject Matter Divisions where the major activities are of Assessment and Demonstration of Technology/Products through a network of 690 […]

Inauguration of the Administrative Building of the Directorate

The Secretary, Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) and Director General (DG), Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Dr. S. Ayyappan inaugurated administrative building of Zonal Project Directorate, Zone-I, Ludhiana constructed at a cost of Rs.3.38 croreon 05.01.2014. Dr. K.D.Kokate, Deputy Director General (Agril. Extension) and Dr. K.M.L.Pathak, Deputy Director General (Animal Sciences), ICAR, […]

KRISHI

From the beginning of year 2016-17, KRISHI (Knowledge based Resources Information Systems Hub for Innovations in Agriculture) Portal has become one of most popular information system hubs relating to agriculture, livestock and fishery sciences. This is one kind of data inventory repository. The main aim of this repository is to create one meta data inventory comprising of […]

Farmer’s Corner

Farmer’s Corner The ICAR-National Research Centre on Seed Spices is an apex centre of Indian Council of Agricultural Research working on improvement of seed spices and betterment of their stakeholders since its inception in 2000. The mandate of this institute is to carry out basic, applied and strategic research for the improvement of seed spices […]