Kashmir Saffron farming goes Hi-Tech as SKUAST-K tests AI-powered robots for harvesting and weed removal
Srinagar , November 3,2026-Kashmir’s world-famous saffron cultivation is moving towards a new era of technological innovation, with Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) testing artificial intelligence (AI)-powered robotic systems to modernise traditional saffron farming. The initiative aims to introduce advanced technology into different stages of saffron cultivation, including flower picking, stigma […]
Jammu Farmer Gurnam Singh Boosts Income Through Seedless Cucumber Farming
A 62-year-old progressive farmer, Gurnam Singh from Ranjitpur village in the Marh block of Jammu, is setting an example in modern agriculture by cultivating premium seedless cucumbers through polyhouse farming. Moving beyond traditional farming practices, Singh has adopted protected cultivation to grow high-value crops and meet market demand. According to the […]
AI-Powered Drone: A New Era for Horticulture in Kashmir
Three young innovators from Awantipora in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district have developed an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered agricultural drone to make farming and horticulture safer, smarter, and more efficient. The innovators, Nouman Ijaz Bhat, Syed Arsalan Qazmi, and Naveed Ahmad Dar, developed the drone to address the challenges associated with traditional pesticide spraying, particularly in high-density […]
KVK Budgam Celebrates Women Farmers Day, Promotes Empowerment and Agri-Entrepreneurship
Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Budgam, under SKUAST-Kashmir, celebrated Women Farmers Day at its campus in Harran, Budgam, to recognise the invaluable contributions of women to agriculture and rural development. The programme was graced by Prof. Raihana Habib Kanth, Director Extension, SKUAST-K, who emphasised women’s vital role in modern agriculture, decision-making, and entrepreneurship. She […]
AI and Robotics: The Future of Farming in Kashmir
Agriculture in Kashmir is moving towards a new era with the introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI), robotics, and drone technology. These modern innovations have the potential to transform traditional farming by improving productivity and reducing cultivation costs. AI-powered technologies can help farmers detect crop diseases at an early stage, allowing them to take timely action […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha Addresses 60th Annual Convention of ISAE, Co-Hosted by SKUAST-Kashmir
Addressing the 60th Annual Convention of the Indian Society of Agricultural Engineers (ISAE), co-hosted by SKUAST-Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha highlighted the transformative role of technology and innovation in Indian agriculture. He noted that India has moved from an era of food insecurity and dependence on imports to a position where it can […]
Millet Farming Brings New Hope to Majalta, Udhampur
Millet farming is bringing new hope to farmers in Majalta, Udhampur, Jammu & Kashmir, as communities embrace resilient and sustainable agricultural practices. With support from the Agriculture Department and increased focus under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), millet cultivation is steadily expanding across the region. Farmers highlight several advantages of millet crops, including […]
HADP Silage Unit Boosts Dairy Farming and Farmer Incomes in Kashmir
A new silage-making initiative under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) is helping farmers in Kashmir reduce costs, improve cattle nutrition and create new income opportunities. The farmer explained that the journey began with training on silage production through the Daksh Kisan portal, followed by an application under HADP. With guidance from agriculture and […]
LG Manoj Sinha: Agriculture, the next big frontier for youth
Kashmir, August 21, 2026- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha opened a series of facilities at the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology Jammu and started the Startup Outreach Programme under JKCIP. The event brought together researchers, inventors, young entrepreneurs and farmers from over the Jammu region. The facilities that were opened included the Unnati Girls […]
Changing Kashmir: Hi-Tech farming and youth innovation redefine the future of agriculture
Srinagar, July 25,2026- A new generation in Jammu & Kashmir is embracing innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship, signalling a significant transformation in the region’s agricultural and economic landscape. With increasing access to education, modern farming techniques, government support, and digital opportunities, young people are thinking beyond traditional boundaries and creating new possibilities for a self-reliant future. Hi-tech […]