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SKUAST-J gets special prize in 'Farmer Fair & Agro- Industrial exhibition' 10/24/2016 8:43:23 PM Early Times Report jammu, Oct 24: Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu(SKUAST-J) got special prize for the display of agricultural technologies in the 100th Farmers Fair and Agro-Industrial Exhibition (FF&AIE),held at Gobind Ballab Pant University of Agriculture and Technology (GBPUA&T), Pantnagar in Uttrakhand. According to press release, the four days long mega farmers fair was enthuastically attended by different States agricultural universities, national and regional research stations, Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), multinational companies, national companies, renowned publishing agencies, Self Help Groups (SHGs), farmers' clubs etc. This event is popularly known as Krishi Kumbh. More than 300 exhibition stalls by the government and non-government organizations were set up there. SKUAST-J team showed its strong presence in this mega event with the latest agricultural and allied sectors technologies for the benefits of the farmers. SKUAST-J team was well guided by Director Extension Dr.K.S. Risam and Associate Director Extension Dr. RK Arora. Farmers were fascinated by the live samples of certified organic vegetables and spices which were taken from Reasi district of J&K. Dr. Banarsi elaborated the successful results of organic farming in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir and explained the methodologies involved in organic farming and encouraged the farmers for organic farming by which they can fetch more prices. By observing the outstanding display of SKUAST-J stall, finally it was adjudged for the special prize. The award contains a certificate of excellence and a memento.   Share This News with Your Friends on Social Network     Comment on this Story

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