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• ICAR-CIFRI Organizes Workshop on Fish Conservation, Ranching in River Ganga Under National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) Project

  The ICAR-CIFRI organized a one-day workshop in Barrackpore on September 27, 2023, focusing on the "Stakeholders, Consultation cum Consultative Workshop on Fish Conservation and Ranching in River Ganga."…

• ICAR Supported Initiatives Launched by VP Jagdeep Dhankhar, Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Narendra Singh Tomar Attends Virtually

  The Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar launched agricultural initiatives in Rajasthan, emphasizing the significance of women's empowerment and millet promotion, with Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar applauding India's agricultural achievements.…

• Maize As A Good Option For Rice Replacement Says ICAR

  A State-level maize event was orchestrated by the ICAR-Indian Institute of Maize Research located in Ludhiana. This event was a collaborative effort with CIMMYT and the ICAR-Central Soil Salinity Research Institute situated in Karnal, and it received backing from CCSHAU in Hisar as well as…

• ICAR-IIHR Celebrates 57 Years of Horticultural Excellence

  ICAR-IIHR celebrates its 57th Institute Foundation Day, with over five decades of pioneering horticultural research and agricultural progress.…

• ICAR Signs MoU With Bayer To Enhance Farmer’s Income And For Resource Technology Development

  ICAR signed MoU with Bayer with a motive to maximize the income of the farmers and also for the the development of resource technology.…

• ICAR-ATARI with GADVASU Organizes Workshop on Precision Livestock Farming

  The two-day workshop focused on sharing insights about “Precision Livestock Farming”, and brought together experts, leaders, and stakeholders in shaping the future of farming.…

• ICAR-IIHR Achieves a Horticultural Advancement Milestone with Inauguration of New Buildings and Facilities

  The ICAR-IIHR in Bengaluru inaugurated multiple key facilities and celebrated Dr Himanshu Pathak's contributions in advancing India's horticulture sector during a momentous event attended by various dignitaries.…

• ICAR Restructuring Plan: Government Calls for Panel to Recommend Changes

  An 11-member panel chaired by the Additional Secretary (Department of Agricultural Research & Education) and Secretary, Indian Council of Agricultural Research.…

• ICAR's Efforts to Harness Technology in Tackling Climate Change Challenges

  According to Dr Pathak, advisory and technical know-how for the rapid dissemination of new technologies in the agricultural sector are being provided by 731 Krishi Vigyan Kendras to farmers.…

• ICAR to Celebrate Its 95th Foundation and Technology Day from July 16-18 at Dr. C. Subramanian Auditorium

  Narendra Singh Tomar, Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, and Parshottam Rupala, Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, are ready to inaugurate the 95th Foundation and Technology Day on July 16th.…

• ICAR Deputy Director General Dr US Gautam Visits KJ Chaupal

  ICAR Deputy Director General Dr US Gautam visited the KJ Chaupal at Krishi Jagran, Delhi, on Thursday, July 13.…

• ICAR-IIHR Identifies Third Unique Farmer’s Jackfruit Varieties- ‘Siddu’ and ‘Shankara’

  With the identification of this new commercially viable jackfruit variety, the IIHR aims to contribute to the development of the horticultural sector while providing farmers like Nagaraj with the opportunity to benefit from their unique agricultural offerings.…

• ICAR-IARI: Narendra Singh Tomar Inaugurates International Hostel- ‘Madhumaas’

  The inauguration of the International hostel ‘Madhumaas’ marks a milestone in the quest for academic excellence and global standards at the International Centre for the Advancement of Research in Animal Sciences (ICAR-IARI).…

• ICAR IARI Admit Card 2023 Released for Technician Post; Direct Link to Download Inside

  The ICAR IARI Technician Admit Card 2023 for the re-exam has been issued by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research. The exam will take place on July 7, 8, and 10, in a Computer Based Test format. Candidates can obtain their hall tickets by visiting…

• ICAR Institute Launches Rainbow Diet Campaign to Promote Tribal Health in Kerala's Attapadi

  ICAR Institute launched the Rainbow Diet Campaign, students actively participated in planting biofortified sweet potato varieties in the school garden. About 100 students took part in this initiative, further demonstrating their enthusiasm and commitment to the cause.…

• ICAR Partners with Amazon India to Empower Farmers with Knowledge & Market Access

  ICAR collaborates with Amazon India to empower farmers with knowledge, technology, and market access, aiming to reduce crop failure and boost quality produce through precision farming practices.…

• Dr Chithra Devi Pandey of ICAR to attend Consultation Meetings at IPK, Germany

  Dr Chithra's trip to Germany holds great significance for bilateral collaboration in the field of plant genetics and crop research between India and Germany.…

• ICAR-CIFRI Empowers Women Fishers in Sundarbans through Mahila Matasyajibi Sammelan

  The ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (CIFRI) organized the Mahila Matasyajibi Sammelan (Women Fishers Meet) in collaboration with the Kultali Milantirth Society. The event took place in the picturesque region of Kultali, Sundarbans. CIFRI provided 500 dedicated female fishers with essential inputs and resources to…

• ICAR-IIHR Experts Recommend Advanced Technologies for Horticulture Farmers in Sivaganga District

  On Tuesday, the experts from the ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru shared information on the latest technologies available with the horticulture farmers.…

• Celebrating Inland Fisheries: FPC Meet at ICAR-CIFRI, Barrackpore for Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav

  FPC Meet at ICAR-CIFRI, Barrackpore as part of Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav.…

• IRRI & ICAR Signed a 5-year Plan in Varanasi to Develop Better Rice

  IRRI and ICAR has come together and signed a five-year plan to develop better rice on Wednesday in Varanasi. Many delegates have condemn the war of Ukraine.…

• ICAR-IARI Develops 6 New High- Yielding & Disease Resistant Wheat Varieties

  ICAR’s Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) has developed six new varieties of wheat which are helping in the production of wheat.…

• India To Write a Spectacular Story in Amritkal With Significant Contribution of Agriculture Sector: DG, ICAR Dr. Himanshu Pathak

  Dr. Himanshu Pathak, Director General of the Indian Council of Agriculture Research & Secretary of the Department of Agriculture Research and Education, spoke at a seminar in New Delhi on the importance of agriculture in India's development as a nation.…

• ICAR & World Bank to Hold International Conference Under NAHEP Project from March 21

  The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and the World Bank together have announced the first international conference on ‘Blended Learning Ecosystem for Higher Education in Agriculture’ in India under the National Agricultural Higher Education Project (NAHEP) for coordinating, guiding, and managing research and education…

• Annual Conference of ICAR Directors, Vice Chancellors & Industries Organized in New Delhi

  The Director General emphasised that today's science is tomorrow's technology, and discussed national priorities, international commitments, and thrust areas, as well as the actions required to achieve NARES's aspiration. He also emphasised the importance of NARES reorientation.…

• ICAR-CTCRI & Digital University Kerala to Collaborate on Agritech Research

  The Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI), a renowned ICAR research organisation in the country, and Digital University Kerala (DUK), India's 1st digital university, have agreed to work together on Agritech research by establishing a Centre of Excellence in agriculture technologies.…

• PAU Collaborates with Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to Launch DS Rice Initiative

  Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) has collaborated with IRRI-ICAR (International Rice Research Institute, Philippines – Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi) at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), for a rice research program.…

• 61st Convocation of ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute to be Held in New Delhi

  ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute has been the paragon of excellence in agricultural research and education in India. It has also provided leadership to the National Agricultural Research System for advancements in agricultural research, education and extension.…

• ICAR-CRIJAF Celebrates Its 71st Foundation Day!

  ICAR- Central Research Institute for Jute and Allied Fibres is a heritage institute of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi, entrusted with the responsibility with conducting research to develop improved varieties and technologies for natural fibres such as jute, mesta, ramie, sunnhemp, sisal,…

• Dr. Anup Das Appointed as New Director of ICAR-RCER, Patna

  Previously, Dr. Das held the position of Principal Scientist at the ICAR Research Complex for North Eastern Hill Region, Tripura Centre Meghalaya.…

• 74th Republic Day Parade: ICAR Tableau Displayed Millets at Kartavya Path

  ICAR Tableau highlighted the theme 'International Year of Millets 2023' as one of the special attractions at the 74th Republic Day parade on Kartavya Path.…

• Dr. Himanshu Pathak Visits ICAR CRIJAF in Barrackpore, Interacts with Farmers and Staff

  In his address to farmers, farm women, SHG members, and scientists, Dr. Himanshu Pathak placed a particular focus on farmers' participation in technological development and on-farm research…

• ICAR AIEEA UG 3rd Seat Allotment 2022 to be Out Today; More Details Inside

  The candidates can download and check the ICAR AIEEA 2022 UG third seat allotment result in 2022 with the help of applicant login today, January 10.…

• ICAR KVK Launches 3 Agriculture Innovation Projects

  The Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR) Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) MYRADA launched three innovative projects here: a micro food processing unit, a herbal treated fodder bank, and agricultural drones.…

• ICAR-CRIJAF Organized Kisan Diwas & Awareness Campaign to Use Natural Fibre

  ICAR-CRIJAF in popularizing the jute crop and jute-based products among the farmers and people of every stratum of the society for green and clean environment.…

• ICAR AIEEA Exam 2023: NTA to Release Registration, Exam Notification Soon; Check Probable Date Here

  NTA recently announced the ICAR AIEEA exam dates schedule for the academic year 2023-24. Aspirants can check the official NTA website for further information.…

• "Healthy Soils Can End Hunger and Create a Healthy Planet": Dr. Gouranga Kar, Director, ICAR-CRIJAF

  ICAR-CRIJAF, Barrackpore, celebrated World Soil Day to create awareness about the importance of soil health for cultivating field crops to obtain sustainable yield and profitability.…

• ICAR-CIFRI Celebrates World Soil Day 2022 in Presence of Eminent Scientists, Farmers

  On Monday, ICAR-CIFRI observed World Soil Day under the theme "Soils: Where the food begins", in presence of distinguished scientists, professors of soil science, and 50 farmers…

• ICAR, World Bank to Sponsor International Training for 25 PG Students from AAU

  Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR) and the World Bank is set to fund the international training of 25 students of Anand Agriculture University. The students will receive this training from reputed universities and institutes, under National Agricultural Higher Education Project (NAHEP) and Centre for Advanced…

• ICAR-NRCSS Ajmer Introduces Seed Spices in Odisha

  The ICAR-National Research Center on Seed Spices in Ajmer is the premier organisation involved in seed spice research and development. In seed spice, the institute has developed a number of technologies, including production technologies, organic cultivation, and post-harvest technologies.…

• ICAR-IIMR, MANAGE & African Delegation to Work Together for Millet Research & Production

  In a video shared by Nutrihub on Twitter, members of Delegation from Africa & MANAGE can be seen having a discussion with Dr. Rao on existing possible partnerships to assess the feasibility of millet products or grains.…

• ICAR-NAARM Signs MoU with NACL, SKLTSHU & ICAR Institutions to Support Startups

  ICAR-NAARM is a national-level service training institute founded by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) to address issues concerning agricultural research, training and development, and education management in India,…

• ICAR-IISR Signs MoU with NamFarmers.com to Accelerate Digital Dissemination of Technologies

  NamFarmers.com is a mobile-based digital platform that connects agricultural stakeholders worldwide and meets their diverse agricultural information needs in a digital format.…

• ICAR-CPCRI Develops New High-Yielding Coconut Cultivar

  The Central Plantation Crops Research Institute (CPCRI), Regional Station, Kayamkulam of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), has developed a high-yielding coconut cultivar.…

• ICAR-CCARI Develops Coastal Agricultural Information System (CAIS) for Farmers, Researchers

  The coastal agricultural information system (CAIS) would serve as a knowledge base and a path toward sustainable coastal agriculture for all.…

• ICAR-CRIJAF, Barrackpore Observes Vigilance Awareness Week-2022

  Activities such as Speech Competition on the topic ‘Corruption-free India for a developed Nation’, Drawing Competition related to the theme for all the staff members and their family members were conducted during the Vigilance Awareness Week.…

• Dr. G Hemaprabha Takes Charge as the First Woman Director of ICAR-Sugarcane Breeding Institute

  The ICAR-Sugarcane Breeding Institute (SBI) now welcomes its first female director Dr. G Hemaprabha into the organization. With more than 34 years of plant breeding and genetic enhancement research experience, Dr. Hemaprabha has already registered 15 sugarcane genetic stocks and created 27 different sugarcane cultivars.…

• Patanjali Endorses NRCC’s Efforts on Utility of Camel Milk for Human Health

  A team of 95 Sanyasis, Acharyas & Brahmacharis of Patanjali Yogpeeth Haridwar visited the ICAR-National Research Center on Camel in Bikaner, Rajasthan.…

• ICAR-CIWA, Bhubaneshwar Celebrates Rashtriya Mahila Kisan Diwas

  To recognize the significant contribution and involvement of farm women in agriculture today, Rashtriya Mahila Kisan Diwas was celebrated at the ICAR-Central Institute for Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar.…

• Karnal Wheat Institute Distributes Seeds to Punjab Farmers Booked on Seed Portal

  The DBW-222 wheat variety is a lodging tolerant variety suitable for northern plains regions, with an average yield of 61 quintals per hectare when planted on time.…