CM Omar Abdullah commits to farmer empowerment in J&K’s agriculture
Srinagar, September 10, 2025 — Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reaffirmed that agriculture remains the economic backbone of Jammu and Kashmir, emphasising his government’s commitment to empowering farmers during a recent address. Highlighting the formation of the Apex Committee for Holistic Agriculture Development, chaired by renowned agricultural scientist Dr. Mangla Rai, Abdullah outlined ambitious plans to transform J&K’s agricultural sector and allied industries, ensuring sustainable growth and prosperity for farmers.The Apex […]
Kashmir’s cherry harvest brings seasonal buzz to valley
Kashmir’s cherry orchards are abuzz with activity as the 2025 cherry harvest season kicks into high gear, bringing a vibrant seasonal energy to the valley. Farmers in regions like Ganderbal, Shopian, and Pulwama are reaping the rewards of favorable weather and advanced horticultural techniques, resulting in a bountiful yield of the valley’s prized cherries, the […]
Exposure tour for Beekeepers & Mushroom growers
In a significant move to promote sustainable and innovative agricultural practices, a group of 60 mushroom growers and beekeepers was flagged off for an exposure tour to the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST), Jammu. The tour is sponsored under the Promotion of Round-the-Year Mushroom Cultivation project, part of the Holistic Agriculture Development […]
Lt Governor chairs 20th University Council Meeting of SKUAST Jammu
JAMMU, SEPTEMBER 26: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha chaired the 20th University Council Meeting of SKUAST Jammu at Raj Bhawan, today.The meeting was attended by Sh Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Sh Shailendra Kumar, Principal Secretary, Agriculture Production Department; Sh Santosh D Vaidya, Principal Secretary, Finance Department; Dr Mandeep Kumar Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lt Governor; […]
Potato Seed Distribution held at Izmarg Gurez Station of SKUAST-K
BANDIPORA, JUNE 07: ICAR-CPRI, Shimla and ICAR-CITH Srinagar in collaboration with KVK Gurez of SKUAST Kashmir organised Potato Seed Distribution programme at Izmarg Station of SKUAST Kashmir.The programme organised under Tribal Sub Plan was attended by morethan 85 farmers and farm women from Bagtore block of Gurez valley.During the programme farmers were sensitized about the […]
Lt Governor inaugurates SKUAST Kashmir’s key infrastructure projects, launches new academic programmes
SRINAGAR, JUNE 05: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today inaugurated key infrastructure projects and launched new academic programmes of SKUAST Kashmir.The projects inaugurated by the Lt Governor included Shalimar Convention Centre, Kohimaran Hostel and Discovery Building.In his address, the Lt Governor reiterated the commitment of the UT Administration to secure the future of 70% population […]
Jammu’s Agriculture, Science & Technology Campus: SKUAST Nurturing Future Innovators- LG Sinha
If you see this institution, you will observe that in the whole world, this agriculture, science and technology campus of Sher-E-Kashmir University of Agriculture, Science & Technology of Jammu (SKUAST) is one that is rare, said the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, Shri Manoj Sinha. Here you learn art and science. Preparing the earth […]