J&K farmers exposed to modern farming techniques in Rajouri under ATMA scheme
Rajouri, June 15,2026- In a significant initiative aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and promoting modern farming practices, 36 farmers from various districts of Jammu and Kashmir participated in an exposure tour to Rajouri under the Sub-Mission on Agricultural Extension (SAME) of the Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA) scheme. The exposure visit was organized to provide […]
KVK Reasi educates farmers on sustainable agriculture through ‘Khet Bachao Abhiyan’
Reasi, June 12,2026- In a significant initiative aimed at promoting sustainable and profitable agriculture, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Reasi, under the aegis of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu (SKUAST-Jammu), organized a ‘Khet Bachao Abhiyan’ at Dasanoo village in Reasi district. The awareness campaign witnessed active participation from local farmers, agricultural experts, […]
Kashmir youth develops innovative seed-sowing machine to support farmers
Srinagar, June 1, 2026- A young innovator from Kashmir, Naik Qayoom, is earning praise for developing an automatic seed-sowing machine designed to make farming easier, more efficient, and cost-effective for local farmers. Driven by curiosity and a passion for innovation since his school days, Qayoom transformed his ideas into a practical agricultural solution. His lightweight […]
Bandipora district trains revenue officials to boost Agri data collection
Bandipora, April 13, 2025: The District Administration Bandipora conducted a training programme on the General Crop Estimation Survey (GCES) for revenue officials on Saturday, April 12, at the Mini Secretariat, Bandipora. The initiative aimed to strengthen the agricultural data collection mechanism by equipping officials with the skills needed for accurate crop yield estimation. The session […]
KVK Budgam and AICRP on Seed Collaborate to empower tribal farmers through Input distribution programme
Budgam, April 11, 2025 – The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Budgam, in partnership with the All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Seed (Crops) NSP, Shalimar, SKUAST-Kashmir, successfully organized an input distribution programme under the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) on Friday. This initiative aimed to uplift tribal farmers in the region by providing them with quality […]
Nasreen Akhter: Leading sustainable farming with high-tech poly greenhouse under HADP
BHADARWAH, March 28, 2025 – Nasreen Akhter, a post-graduate farmer from Jammu and Kashmir, has emerged as a trailblazer in sustainable agriculture by establishing a high-tech poly greenhouse under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP). With a unit cost of Rs 21.67 lakhs and a subsidy of Rs 20.58 lakhs from the government, her innovative […]
Jammu Kashmir’s cocoon production drops to 814 MT, Govt focuses on revival
Jammu and Kashmir I March 10, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir recorded a total cocoon production of 821.75 metric tonnes in 2023-24, which slightly declined to 814.18 metric tonnes in 2024-25. The sericulture sector, which supports around 27,000 families across the Union Territory, has been the focus of several government initiatives aimed at enhancing production, […]
Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union minister, launches CSIR’s E-Tractor roadshow in Jammu
Jammu I March 7, 2025 A groundbreaking step towards sustainable agriculture was taken today as Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh flagged off the CSIR-developed e-tractor roadshow from Jammu, marking a significant milestone in India’s pursuit of eco-friendly and technology-driven farming solutions. A Nationwide Journey Begins The e-tractor, initially unveiled in Delhi, has embarked on an […]