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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FARMERS WELFARE
The DA & FW is organized into 28 Divisions and has five attached offices and twenty-one subordinate offices which are spread across the country for coordination with state level agencies and implementation of Central Sector Schemes in their respective fields. Further, one Public Sector Undertakings, nine autonomous bodies, ten national level cooperative organizations and two authorities are functioning under the administrative control of the Department.
Go to WebisteKVK
The first KVK was established in 1974 at Puducherry. The number of KVKs has risen to 731. The KVK scheme is 100% financed by Govt. of India and the KVKs are sanctioned to Agricultural Universities, ICAR institutes, related Government Departments and Non Government Organizations (NGOs) working in Agriculture. KVK, is an integral part of the National Agricultural Research System (NARS), aims at assessment of location specific technology modules in agriculture and allied enterprises, through technology assessment, refinement and demonstrations. KVKs have been functioning as Knowledge and Resource Centre of agricultural technology supporting initiatives of public, private and voluntary sector for improving the agricultural economy of the district and are linking the NARS with extension system and farmers
Go to WebisteCIMMYT
CIMMYT is a cutting edge, non-profit, international organization dedicated to solving tomorrow's problems today.It is entrusted with fostering improved quantity, quality, and dependability of production systems and basic cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops through applied agricultural science, particularly in the Global South, through building strong partnerships.This combination enhances the livelihood trajectories and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers, while working towards a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system within planetary boundaries.
Go to WebisteThe Food and Agriculture Organization
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. Our goal is to achieve food security for all and make sure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. With 195 members - 194 countries and the European Union, FAO works in over 130 countries worldwide.
Go to WebisteDepartment of agriculture
The history of the Department of agriculture in Kerala also depicts the agrarian history of the State. The Department of Agriculture started functioning in the erstwhile Travancore on 27th May 1908. The Department in its present set up started functioning from 1987 for the overall development of agriculture in the State.The department visions to Attain self sufficiency in food production through enhanced agricultural productivity of agricultural commodities so as to make agriculture a sustainable and viable vocation providing livelihood support.We aims at Safeguarding the interest of farmers, ensure food and nutritional security and support Kerala’s agricultural economy, achieve targeted growth rate for agriculture sector by successful implementation of various schemes, protect farmers from risk through risk management cover and from unfair and deceptive business practices, set up investment in agriculture, ensure the safety of agricultural products by ensuring supply of quality agricultural inputs, conserve and protect the state’s agricultural and natural resources by promoting environmentally safe agricultural practices
Go to WebisteCGIAR Research Centers
CGIAR Research Centers are non-profit research organizations conducting innovative research. Home to more than 9,000 scientists, researchers, technicians and staff, the Centers work to transform food, land and water systems in a climate crisis.
Go to WebisteKerala Agricultural University
Kerala Agricultural University was trifurcated into Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (KVASU), Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS) and Kerala Agricultural University (KAU).Now the University has eight colleges (four Agriculture, one Agricultural Engineering, one Forestry, one Co-operation Banking & Management, one Cimate Change and Environmental Sciences), six RARSs, seven KVKs, 15 Research Stations and 16 Research and Extension Units under the faculties of Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering and Forestry. In addition, one Institute of Agricultural Technology offering Diploma in Agricultural Sciences respectively is also functioning in Kerala Agricultural University.
Go to WebisteCollege of Agriculture, Vellayani
The College of Agriculture, Vellayani, established in May 1955, serves as a center for undergraduate and postgraduate education. Initially housed in a palace building belonging to the royal family of the former Travancore State, the college quickly grew to match the standards of leading agricultural institutions in India. Postgraduate programs for M.Sc. (Ag.) and Ph.D. degrees were introduced in 1962 and 1965, respectively. The simultaneous development of the college farm provided hands-on experience for B.Sc. (Ag.) students and supported research work for M.Sc. (Ag.) and Ph.D. scholars
Go to WebisteCollege of Agriculture, Padannakkad
College of Agriculture, Padannakkad,Kasargod came into existence back in 1994. The college initially commenced its operations in the RARS, Pilicode campus as the 3rd agricultural college of KAU and was later shifted to Padannakkad in 1998.The genesis of the college was with the aim to instigate and steward agriculture education, research and extension services in Malabar region of Kerala, primarily focussing on the agricultural problems and prospects of the region. The erstwhile Coconut Farm (Nileswar III), Padannakkad, under the Department of Agriculture was transferred to the Kerala Agricultural University to initiate the founding of this College. An initial fund of Rs. 1.0 crore was raised by public subscription with much of the support coming from the 1994-95 Kerala Government budget. The current Padannakkad campus became functional in 1998, after the new building was inaugurated by the then Chief Minister of Kerala, Sri. E.K. Nayanar.
Go to WebisteThe University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore,
The University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore, is the country's premier institution of agricultural education and research, and began as a small agricultural research station on 30 acres of land donated by Maharani Kempa Nanjammanni Vani Vilas Sannidhi, the Regent of Mysore, in 1899, and Dr. Lehmann, a German scientist, to start research on soil crop response with the laboratory of the Directorate of Agriculture. Later, under the initiative of Sir M. Visvesvaraya, the Diwan of Mysore, the Mysore Agricultural Residential School was established in Hebbal in 1913, which offered a license in agriculture and later a diploma programme in agriculture in 1920.
Go to WebisteIndian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI)
The journey of Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), popularly known as Pusa Institute, began in 1905 at Pusa (Bihar) with the generous grant of 30,000 pounds from an American philanthropist, Mr. Henry Phipps. The institute was then known as Agricultural Research Institute (ARI) which functioned with five departments, namely Agriculture, Cattle Breeding, Chemistry, Economic Botany and Mycology. Bacteriology unit was added in 1907. The name of ARI was changed to Imperial Institute of Agricultural Research in 1911 and, in 1919 it was renamed as Imperial Agricultural Research Institute. Following a devastating earth quake on 15th January 1934, the institute was shifted to Delhi on 29th July 1936. Post independence, the institute has been renamed as Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI)
Go to WebisteThe Central Plantation Crops Research Institute (CPCRI)
The Central Plantation Crops Research Institute (CPCRI) was established in 1916 as Central Coconut Research Station, and was later taken over by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). The ICAR established CPCRI in 1970 by merging Central Coconut Research Stations
Go to WebisteCTCRI - Central Tuber Crops Research Institute
CTCRI Vision 2050 provides an oppurtunity to evaluate the relevance of tropical tuber crops in food security by introspecting the accomplishment and visualizing the challenges this sector may face in future. It also critically examines possible scenario of operating environment
Go to WebisteThe Indian Institute of Sugarcane Research (IISR)
The Indian Institute of Sugarcane Research (IISR), Lucknow was established in 1952 by the erstwhile Indian Central Sugarcane Committee for conducting researches on fundamental and applied aspects of sugarcane culture as well as to co-ordinate the research work done on this crop in different States of the country. The Government of India took over the Institute from the Indian Central Sugarcane Committee on 1st January, 1954. On April 1, 1969, it was transferred to the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi alongwith other central agricultural research institutes
Go to WebisteICAR Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Mitraniketan
ICAR Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Mitraniketan is the Farm Science Centre of Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) for Thiruvananthapuram District and was established in 1979 at Mitraniketan to work for transferring agricultural and allied technologies to farmers, rural youth and extension functionaries of Thiruvananthapuram district. The KVK won 'Best KVK Award' instituted by Indian Council of Agricultural Research for the biennium 1998-2001 for the commendable service rendered to the farming community of Thiruvananthapuram district.
Go to WebisteThe Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU)
The Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) had its genesis from establishment of an Agricultural School at Saidapet, Madras, Tamil Nadu, as early as 1868 and it was later relocated at Coimbatore. In 1920 it was affiliated to Madras University. TNAU assumed full responsibilities of Agricultural Education and Research and supported the State Agricultural Department by delivering research products. Till 1946, the Agricultural College and Research Institute, Coimbatore, was the only Institute for Agricultural Education for the whole of South India. In 1958, it was recognized as a Post-graduate Centre leading to Masters and Doctoral degrees. The Agricultural College and Research Institute, Madurai was established in 1965. These two colleges formed the nucleus of the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University while it was established in 1971.
Go to WebisteAlliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT)
Climate change, biodiversity loss, environmental degradation, and malnutrition. These four interconnected global crises have put at stake the wellbeing of our planet for years. Fueled by COVID-19, their impact on agriculture, landscapes, biodiversity, and humans is now stronger than ever.Reversing this negative trend is a challenge, but also an opportunity for bold choices and integrated solutions. Established in 2019, the Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) was created to address these four crises, maximizing impact for change at key points in the food system
Go to WebisteThe International Potato Center (CIP)
The International Potato Center (CIP) was founded in 1971 as a research-for-development organization with a focus on potato, sweetpotato and Andean roots and tubers. It delivers innovative science-based solutions to enhance access to affordable nutritious food, foster inclusive sustainable business and employment growth, and drive the climate resilience of root and tuber agri-food systems. Headquartered in Lima, Peru, CIP has a research presence in more than 20 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America.
Go to WebisteInternational Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics
ICRISAT stands as the premier drylands agricultural research institute, dedicated to uplifting smallholder farmers and ensuring food security in semi-arid tropics. With our mission-driven ethos, we are committed to elevating crop productivity, resilience, and sustainability vital to dryland communities' prosperity. This steadfast commitment profoundly affects millions in the world's most challenging agricultural regions. https://www.icrisat.org/The International Food Policy Research InstituteThe International Food Policy Research Institute provides research-based policy solutions to sustainably reduce poverty and end hunger and malnutrition in developing countries. Together with our partners, we generate needed evidence for country- and region-led policies that contribute to poverty reduction and help ensure that all people have access to safe, sufficient, nutritious, and sustainably produced food. Through multisectoral research and engagement with stakeholders, IFPRI informs effective policies, programs, and investments that contribute to productive livelihoods and sustainable, resilient, and equitable agriculture and food systems.
Go to WebisteInternational Institute of Tropical Agriculture
IITA will advance these System Level Outcomes within five impact zones in sub-Saharan Africa by increasing major staple food yields in target R4D regions by two-thirds. Focusing on cassava, yam, maize, banana and plantain, soybean, and cowpea is the fastest and easiest way to impact farmers and increase the average farm income by half. As rural, farming communities in Africa are among the poorest in the world, these increases will lift over 11 million Africans or almost a fifth of households above the poverty line. Our vision of the future sees the region’s farms commit to restoring natural resources and sustainable farming practices for seven and a half million hectares of degraded farmlands, conserving them for future generations of farmers and food producers.
Go to WebisteInternational Rice Research Institute
IRRI is developing biofortified rice varieties with enriched micronutrient content such as provitamin A, iron, and zinc, as well as identifying rice varieties with lower glycemic index and antioxidant properties. They improving the quality of rice by reducing the risk of heavy metal contamination, and working with partners to promote diversified rice farming systems that broaden access to more nutritious choices.
Go to WebisteInternational Water Management Institute
IWMI is an international, research-for-development organization, with offices in 15 countries and a global network of scientists operating in more than 55 countries. For over three decades, our research results have led to changes in water management that have contributed to social and economic development. IWMI’s vision is a water-secure world. IWMI targets water and land management challenges faced by poor communities in developing countries, and through this contributes towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of reducing poverty and hunger and maintaining a sustainable environment.
Go to WebisteWorldFish
WorldFish is a leading international research organization working to improve food security, nutrition, and livelihoods through aquatic food systems that are sustainable, equitable, and inclusive.It collaborates with international, regional, and national partners to enable the delivery of transformative innovations, tools, and practices to advance aquatic food systems through its cutting edge research, evidence for policymaking, and knowledge co-creation.
Go to WebisteAcharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University (ANGRAU)
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. 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 and Kisan Leader, Acharya N. G. Ranga. At the verge of completion of Golden Jubilee Year of the ANGRAU, it has given birth to a new State Agricultural University namely Prof. Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University with the bifurcation of the state of Andhra Pradesh as per the Andhra Pradesh Reorganization Act 2014. The ANGRAU at LAM, Guntur is serving the students and the farmers of 13 districts of new State of Andhra Pradesh with renewed interest and dedication.
Go to WebisteICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute
The institute has contributed immensely for enhancement of livestock production through control of economically important diseases and eradication of some of them, most notably eradication of Rinderpest, CBPP, African horse sickness and Dourine. Important vaccines against economically important diseases include Rinderpest (GTV vaccine), Hemorrhagic Septicaemia, Anthrax, PPR, Sheeppox, Goatpox and Newcastle disease of poultry. The institute has also developed a number of user friendly and advanced diagnostics for livestock and poultry diseases
Go to WebisteICAR-National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI)
ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI) at Karnal, Haryana is one of the premier Institutes in dairy sector, which has contributed a lot in the growth of dairy industry and played a crucial role in India’s development in milk production with its continuous research. Over ninety six year old NDRI’s lineage goes back to the Imperial Institute for Animal Husbandry & Dairying which was set up in Bangalore in 1923 as a center for dairy education. In its erstwhile form of Imperial Institute in Bangalore, Father of the Nation’ Mahatma Gandhi and ‘Bharat Ratna’ Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya, were imparted training at the Institute in 1927.
Go to WebisteThe College of Veterinary and Animal Science, Bikaner
The College of Veterinary and Animal Science, Bikaner started functioning on 16 August 1954. The premises of the college are spread over an area of 200 hectares of land, situated in the erstwhile Ganga Avenue, near Lalgarh Palace. The college possesses well-equipped laboratories an adequate number of classrooms, a requisite number of hostels, stores, housing for poultry, emu and livestock, workshop, auditorium, NCC wing, guest house, faculty house, bank, horizontally spread departments, clinical facilities, library, computer lab, canteen and 1 GBPS internet facilities.
Go to WebisteICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE)
ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE) is a leading Fisheries University having a distinguished heritage and has nurtured many illustrious scholars and leaders over the years. In over 50 years of existence, CIFE has emerged as a centre of excellence for 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 of Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) on 16th April 1979 and subsequently, the scope and mandate have been widened to include education, research and extension
Go to WebisteDr. D. Y. Patil College of Agriculture Business Management
Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Agriculture Business Management, located in Akurdi, Pune, is part of the Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth. The college offers specialized programs in agriculture and business management, focusing on equipping students with the necessary skills to excel in the agricultural sector and related industries.
Go to WebisteJawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya (JNKVV), Jabalpur (MP)
Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya (JNKVV), Jabalpur (MP) was established on 1st October, 1964, by the Government of Madhya Pradesh under Act 1964 (No. 15 of 1964). JNKVV is cent percent Government funded State Agricultural University, implementing government funded research projects for agricultural development in the State of Madhya Pradesh. With the assistance of the State Government established the biggest multi-campus university at Jabalpur, in the heart of India, named after the architect of modern India, Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru based on the recommendations of Radhakrishnan Commission (1949) on the concept of Establishment of Agricultural University. An approach was envisaged to narrowed down the gap between the experts and farmers through the Joint Indo-American Team on Agricultural Research and Education in 1954-55 and 1959-60 on the patterns of Land Grant Colleges of USA. On October 1, 1964, Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya (JNKVV) came into existence and was inaugurated by the then Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Smt. Indira Gandhi.
Go to WebisteICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBFGR)
ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBFGR) was established in December 1983 in a rented premises at Allahabad under the aegis of Indian Council of Agricultural Research to undertake research related to the conservation of fish germplasm resources of the country. The Bureau’s permanent infrastructure was developed at Canal Ring Road, Telibagh, Lucknow, U.P in 1999 comprising an administrative block, laboratories, farm and residential complex covering an area of 52 acres. The Institute's vision is assessment and conservation of fish genetic resources for intellectual property protection, sustainable utilization and posterity
Go to WebisteKhalsa College Amritsar
Khalsa College Amritsar is a leading coeducational college of North India. Established in 1892, it is celebrating 132 years of academic excellence. It has its own magnificent history. The alumni of Khalsa College have gained name and fame all over the world for themselves as well as for their alma mater. Khalsa College is the epitome of academics, sports and cultural activities. Its building has gained the status of “Heritage” building. This majestic building which looks like a fort and a palace represents the freedom of mind, imbibes moral values and builds scientific temperament. That's why the students of this college have a unique and distinguished personality.
Go to WebisteIndira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (IGKV)
Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (IGKV) is located in Raipur, the capital city of the state of Chhattisgarh in central India.The university was established on January 20, 1987, and is named after the former Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi, in her honour.IGKV has a primary mandate to provide education, conduct research, and offer extension services in the field of agriculture and related areas. The university offers a wide range of academic programs, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various agricultural disciplines. These programs cover fields such as agronomy, horticulture, soil science, plant pathology, entomology, agricultural engineering, and more. IGKV has several affiliated and constituent colleges across Chhattisgarh. These colleges play a crucial role in delivering quality agricultural education and hands-on training to students. IGKV is actively involved in agricultural research, with a focus on improving agricultural practices and addressing regional challenges.
Go to WebisteThe College of Veterinary and Animal Science, Navania, Vallabhnagar
The College of Veterinary and Animal Science, Navania, Vallabhnagar, Udaipur is the second constituent Veterinary College of RAJUVAS, Bikaner which is situated in the southern region of Mewar in Udaipur district. It was originally established in 2007 as a constituent College of MPUAT, Udaipur, which later on transferred to RAJUVAS, Bikaner on the 13th day of May 2010. The premises of the college are spread over an area of 892 bighas (224 hectares) of land. At present, college is providing M.V.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in most of the disciplines, apart from B.V.Sc. & A.H.
Go to WebisteYashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU)
Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University (YCMOU) was established on 1st July 1989 by an Act XX (1989) of the Maharashtra State Legislature. It is the Fifth Open University in the country. The jurisdiction of this university is spread over the entire State of Maharashtra. The YCMOU is recognized under section 12 (B) of the University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi. The university is a member of various prestigious associations and bodies like the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU), International Council for Distance Education (ICDE) to name a few.
Go to WebisteArutchelvar Dr. N. Mahalingam
Arutchelvar Dr. N. Mahalingam envisioned the welfare of our country through the goodness that a society gains due our actions. Ayya did accomplish his cherished goal of improving social welfare through successful business ventures. “People are our best resources. And, if you do not encourage and promote the best, how could we achieve sustained, all-round development”, said Ayya who also aimed at creating entrepreneurs who would run business in an ethical manner which would also serve the society at large.
Go to WebisteAnand Niketan College of Agriculture
Anand Niketan College of Agriculture is one important venture out of several projects started by Maharogi Sewa Samiti, Anandwan Warora to elevate social-economic states of tribal and farming community. In the beginning (1965), this college was a part of Anand Niketan College of Arts, Commerce and Science affiliated to Nagpur University. In 1969 the college acquired its separate entity and was affiliated to Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth Akola.
Go to WebisteIndian Institute of Horticultural Research
The Institute spread its sphere of Research activities to the length and breadth of the Nation by establishing its experimental stations at Lucknow, Nagpur, Ranchi, Godhra, Chettalli and Gonikopal. Over the years these experiment stations have grown in size and today they stand as independent institutes, however, retaining the Chettalli and Gonicoppal under its fold. As of now, the IIHR has its main research station at Hessaraghatta, Bengaluru with 263 ha of land and Regional experiment station at Bhuvaneshwar in Orissa with two Krishi Vigyan Kendras both located in Karnataka state at Gonikopal in Kodagu and Hirehalli in Tumkur districts. Apart from this, the Project Coordinating Cell of the All India Coordinated Research Project on Fruits is also located at the institute at Bengaluru.
Go to WebisteBansilal Amrutlal College of Agriculture
Bansilal Amrutlal College of Agriculture established in 1947 with the tireless efforts by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel-the Ironman of India, learned Shree Kanaiyalal Maneklal Munshi and Agricultural scientist Dr. M. D. Patel since its inception, has been significantly contributing to agricultural development and research as well in the state of Gujarat and nation at large. A huge workforce of trained teachers and scientists has been working for the tremendous activities in education, research and extension education. Every year approximately, 140 students at undergraduate and 120 at postgraduate level enroll in agricultural studies from different parts of India and abroad.
Go to WebisteICAR-National Research Centre on Yak (ICAR-NRC on Yak)
ICAR-National Research Centre on Yak (ICAR-NRC on Yak) is a premier research institute proactively engaged in research and development of yak (Peophagus grunniens L.) and is the sole authority on research strategy formulation for sustainable development of yak husbandry in the country. The institute was established in 1989 at Dirang (1500 m above msl) in West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh under the aegis of Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). The experimental yak farm of ICAR-NRC on Yak was set up in 1995 at Nyukmadung (2750 m above msl) which is located about 31 km from Dirang township at a diversion of Tezpur-Tawang highway.
Go to WebisteSher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir
SKUAST-Kashmir is one of the leading farm universities in India that caters to North-Western Himalayan hill and mountain agriculture. Since its inception it has been our consistent endeavor to help state in achieving the food and nutritional security imperatives and fulfill the aspirations of various stakeholders. Our broader objectives of creating a competent human resource and provide technology back up and outreach have shaped our activity landscape and we are consistently striving to work for improving overall quality of life encompassing food, nutritional and economic security as well as work towards a broader objective of improved one health (plants, animals, humans, soil and environment). Our achievements have resulted in tangible overall economic benefits to UT at large and J&K has emerged as top performers in farm income and farmer prosperity despite going through unwelcome situations. We are realigning our research priorities in line with farmer’s production constraints and livelihood opportunities to create viable and profitable farming systems in state.
Go to WebisteThe Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University
The Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, popularly known as the acronym 'TANUVAS', blossomed on 20.09.1989 as the first Veterinary University of the country, through the Tamil Nadu State Government Act 42 of 1989. The seed for the establishment and growth of TANUVAS was sown as early as 1876, when the Madras Veterinary College was started as an Agricultural School in Chennai to offer diploma and certificate course in the field of veterinary and animal sciences. The institute attained the status of a college on 01.10.1903, when it started functioning at Dobbin Hall, Chennai and admitted 20 students for a three-year diploma course called GMVC (Graduate of Madras Veterinary College). It was the only veterinary college in the erstwhile composite Madras State till mid 1950’s.
Go to WebisteICAR-Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research, Bhimtal
ICAR-Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research, Bhimtal is the only premier research institute in the country working towards sustainable development of coldwater aquaculture, management, and conservation of the hill stream fishes. It has been in the service of the nation since 1987 under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi.Coldwater fisheries have immense prospects in creating livelihood opportunities for the rural dwelling in Indian Himalayan states and Union territory. The need for holistic and sustainable utilization of the coldwater fishery resources, their development and advancement have been the driving force to work for thecoldwater sector. ICAR-DCFRhas been continuously on forefront in providing practical solutionsbyway of conducting quality research, extending services for sustainable coldwater fisheries production, management, conservation, and eco-tourism to realize and ensure the potentials of livelihood opportunities among upland populations.
Go to WebisteThe Indian Institute of Plantation Management (IIPM) Bangaluru
The Indian Institute of Plantation Management (IIPM) Bangaluru established at the initiative of Plantation Industry in 1993 to provide professional management education in the field of plantation sector. The leading units from plantation & Agri-business industry, four Commodity Boards, namely Coffee Board, Rubber Board, Tea Board & Spices Board, , and Plantation Associations, viz. Indian Tea Association (ITA) & United Planters’ Association of Southern India (UPASI) are its founding partners. IIPM is registered as a society at Bangalore under Karnataka Societies Registration Act, 1960.
Go to WebisteThe ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management (NAARM)
The ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management (NAARM) was established by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research in 1976 at Hyderabad. The major mandate of the Academy is to build capacity in agricultural research, education and extension education systems, and provide policy advocacy for the National Agricultural Research and Education System (NARES). To fulfil these mandates, Academy organises various capacity building programmes for researchers, academicians, extension personnel, scholars, and other stakeholders in NARES. The Academy strives to enhance individual and institutional capacity for innovation in NARES. Considering the strategic importance of agricultural research in food security and economic growth of the country, leadership, governance and innovation are emerging as prerequisite for the transformation of NARES into a more pluralistic innovation system.
Go to WebisteICAR - Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute
ICAR - Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute is one of the research institutes established under Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi. ICAR is an autonomous organization under Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India. ICAR Research Complex for Goa was established in April, 1976 as a regional centre under ICAR Research Complex for Northeast Hill region, Shillong, Meghalaya. Subsequently it became the regional centre, ICAR Research Complex for Goa, under CPCRI, Kasargod. Considering the importance of agriculture in Goa state, ICAR, New Delhi, upgraded the centre into an Independent Institute from April, 1989. Subsequently, this Institute has been upgraded from 1st April, 2014 as a ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute. This Institute is under the Natural Resource Management (NRM) division of ICAR.
Go to WebisteForest Research Institute (FRI), Dehra Dun
Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehra Dun made a humble beginning as Forest School established in 1878. Initially named as Imperial Forest Research Institute, FRI came into being in 1906. Later renamed as Forest Research Institute and Colleges, with a number of centres located at different places all over the country administering research as well as training of Forest Officers and Forest Rangers. After reorganization of Forestry Research in the country and creation of Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) in 1988, the training and research centres were given an independent status of institutes. Forest Research Institute, now one of the institutes under ICFRE, was conferred the status of Deemed University in December 1991 on the recommendations of the UGC, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India.
Go to WebisteThe Central Agricultural University
The Central Agricultural University has been established by an act of Parliament, the Central Agricultural University Act, 1992 (No.40 of 1992). The Act came into effect on 26th January, 1993 with the issue of notification by the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Govt. of India. The University became functional with the joining of first Vice-Chancellor on 13th September, 1993.
Go to WebisteWildlife Institute of India (WII)
Established in 1982, Wildlife Institute of India (WII) is an internationally acclaimed Institution, which offers training program, academic courses and advisory in wildlife research and management. The Institute is actively engaged in research across the breadth of the country on biodiversity related issues.The Institute's idyllic campus that has been carefully developed to create state of the art infrastructure encourages scholarly work.
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