Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Jorhat

Celebration of 58th Foundation Day of AAU - Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat at Krishi Vigyan Kendra Jorhat on 01.04.2026

Krishi Vigyan Kendra Jorhat hosted a Training cm Awareness Program and Exhibition under the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Right Authority (PPVFRA) on 13.03.2026.
The exhibition focused on local vegetables and Rice varieties

The training sessions were conducted by Dr Kishore Kumar Sharma, Professor and Head, Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding, AAU,
Dr Ranjit Saud, Associate Director of Extension Education, AAU and
Dr Rupam Borgohain, Principal Scientist, AAU.

ICAR ATARI, Zone-VI
Krishi Vigyan Kendra Jorhat
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmer’s Welfare, Government of India
Shivraj Singh Chouhan
AAU - Assam Agricultural University
Indian Council of Agricultural Research

Webcasting of PM KISAN 22nd Installment Release by Krishi Vigyan Kendra Jorhat on 13.03.2026
A total of 297 farmers, Scientist and staff of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Jorhat and Officials of District Agriculture Office, Jorhat attended the webcasting

Shivraj Singh Chouhan
PMO India
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmer’s Welfare, Government of India
Indian Council of Agricultural Research
ICAR ATARI, Zone-VI
AAU - Assam Agricultural University
Icar Atari Guwahati

Distribution of Manual Operated Backpack Sprayer to 250 farmer of Jorhat District by Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Jorhat in collaboration with ICAR-Vivekananda Parvatiya Krishi Anusandhan Sansthan (VPKAS) on 13.03.2026

The ceremonial distribution was graced by
Dr Kishore Kumar Sharma, Professor and Head, Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding, AAU
Dr Ranjit Kumar Saud, Associate Director of Extension Education, AAU
Dr Rupam Borgohain, Principal Scientist, AAU
Sri Debajit Dutta, DAO, Jorhat
Dr Sanjoy Borthakur, Senior Scientst and Head, KVK Jorhat
And all the Scientist and staff of KVK Jorhat

ICAR ATARI, Zone-VI
Indian Council of Agricultural Research
Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmer’s Welfare, Government of India
PMO India
District Agriculture Office, Jorhat

The Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) Meeting of KVK, Jorhat was successfully convened on 27.02.2026 at its office premises under the chairmanship of the Director of Extension Education, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat. The meeting witnessed the gracious presence of Dr. Sanjay Kumar Chetia, Director of Research (Agri), Dr. Kartik Neog, Director, CMERTI, Lahdoigarh, Mr. Biswajit Das, Station Director, All India Radio, Jorhat, Registrar and Deputy Registrar, National Institute of Design, Jorhat, DDM, NABARD, Jorhat, District Veterinary Officer, District Fishery Development Officer, representative of District Agriculture officer, representative from ASRLM, representative from NGOs, along with 4 progressive farmer members. During the session, the Action Plan for 2026–27, the Action Taken Report on the previous year’s recommendations, and the Annual Progress Report were comprehensively reviewed and deliberated upon. A publication of VKSA, kharif 2025 was released on the occasion. The house accepted the Action plan presented by Dr. Sanjoy Borthakur, Member Secretary and Senior Scientist and Head KVK Jorhat for implementation during 2026-27.
ICAR ATARI, Zone-VI

Visit of students from PM Shri Teok Girls Higher Secondary School to Krishi Vigyan Kendra Jorhat on 03.02.2026.
Teok - টীয়ক

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Jorhat successfully organized Kisan Mahotsav cm Exhibition on 23rd December, 2025 at its campus in observance of National Farmers’ Day to commemorate the birth anniversary of Choudhury Charan Singh, former Prime Minister of India, revered as a stalwart of farmers’ welfare.
The inaugural session was graced by Shri. Patibra Margherita Ji, Hon’ble Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles, Government of India, as the Chief Guest. The programme was also attended by several eminent dignitaries including Shri Kamakhya Prasad Tasa, Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Kaziranga Parliamentary Constituency, Assam, and Shri Santanu Tamuli, Director, Assam Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation. Other distinguished guests present on the occasion included Dr. Sanjoy Chetia, Director of Research (Agriculture), Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat, Dr. Manoranjan Neog, Director of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, Smt. Suravi Bhattacharyya, Deputy General Manager, State Bank of India, Dr. Phuleswar Nath, Chief Scientist, Assam Rice Research Institute, Titabar, Shri Debojit Dutta, District Agriculture Officer, Jorhat, Dr Debasish Borah, Chief Agronomist, AICRP on Integrated Farming Systems, AAU and Jorhat, Shri Mantu Das, District Development Manager, NABARD. Scientists from NEIST, Jorhat, RFRI, Jorhat, and representatives of various agriculture and allied departments actively participated in the programme. The event also received wide media coverage with the presence of Shri Biswajit Das, Station Director, All India Radio (AIR), Jorhat, along with other media personnel. All total 16 progressive farmers from Jorhat and Majuli district, 3 NGOs involved in agriculture sector and three schools were honoured during the programme for their contribution towards agriculture. Besides a book entitled “Empowering Rural Assam through Livestock-Based Livelihood" was released. Moreover, honorable minister had inaugurated a bird house as part of agrotourism as well as a museum in presence of all dignitaries for the benefit of all stakeholders.
As part of the celebration, a large-scale exhibition comprising 30 exhibition stalls was organized, with participation from agriculture and allied sector companies, government departments, NGOs, Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs), nurseries, and self-help groups (SHGs). The exhibition showcased innovative agricultural technologies, improved inputs, farm machinery, value-added products, and climate-resilient practices, attracting keen interest from the participants.
On the occasion Horticultural Competition was also organised where farmers from Jorhat and Majuli participated in 5 categories (Fruits, Leafy Vegetables, Cole Crops, Fruit Vegetables and Cucurbits) with various exhibits which were inaugurated by the Director of Research, AAU in presence of Director of Extension Education AAU, Senior Scientist and Head, KVK Jorhat, DAO Jorhat.
Altogether, 529 farmers, farm women, rural youths, and extension functionaries participated in the programme. The Kisan Mahotsav provided an effective platform for interaction among farmers, scientists, policymakers, and development agencies, thereby strengthening technology dissemination and reinforcing the vision of Choudhury Charan Singh towards empowering India’s farming community.
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmer’s Welfare, Government of India Icar Atari Guwahati Shivraj Singh Chouhan Himanta Biswa Sarma CMO Assam PMO India

Training on Integrated Duck Cum Fish Culture was organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra Jorhat at Bhuyanhut on 17.12.2025.
A total of 30 farmers took part in the training Program
ICAR ATARI, Zone-VI
AAU - Assam Agricultural University
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmer’s Welfare, Government of India
Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Empowering farmers, enriching soil! 🌿
KVK Jorhat successfully organized an Awareness-cum-Training Programme on Rabi Oilseeds (toria & groundnut) and Pulses (lentil) cultivation in rice fallow areas at Neulgaon Alengmora, Jorhat on 5th December 2025. The initiative aims to bring nearly 700 bighas of rice fallow areas under productive cultivation during the Rabi season.
The programme was graced by the Senior Scientist & Head, KVK Jorhat; the District Agriculture Officer, Jorhat; and the Agronomy and Soil Science Specialists of KVK Jorhat.
During the programme, farmers were sensitized about the scope and strategies for multiple cropping, efficient use of rice fallow areas, improved agronomic practices and importance of oilseeds and pulses, vegetables to enhance productivity and income.
KVK Jorhat also celebrated World Soil Day 2025, emphasizing the critical role of soil health in sustainable agriculture and long-term food security.
Together, let's build a future with healthier soils and empowered farmers!

Icar Atari Guwahati Ministry of Agriculture & Farmer’s Welfare, Government of India Shivraj Singh Chouhan CMO Assam @

Training-cum-Exhibition Successfully Held Today at KVK Jorhat Under NEH Programme
KVK Jorhat successfully organized a Training-cum-Exhibition programme today in collaboration with the National Bureau of Agriculturally Important Microorganisms (NBAIM), Mau under the NEH scheme. A total of 321 farmers actively participated in the event.
During the programme Hon’ble MLA of Mariani, Shri Rupjyoti Kurmi, Associate Director of Extension Education, AAU, Dr. Ranjit Kumar Saud, Zila Parishad Chairman, Mr. Surajit Saikia, District Agriculture Officer, Jorhat, Shri Debajit Dutta, Director, AIR Jorhat, Mr. Biswajit Das, Senior Scientist, NBAIM, Dr. Hillol Chakdar
and several other officials and distinguished guests were present.
As part of the programme, the following inputs were distributed among farmers:
✔ 100 vermibeds
✔ 50 sprayers
✔ Packets of enriched vermicompost
The event aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture, enhancing soil health and supporting farmers with improved technologies and essential resources. The enthusiastic participation of farmers made the programme highly impactful.
KVK Jorhat remains committed to the development, empowerment and prosperity of the farming community.
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmer’s Welfare, Government of India AAU - Assam Agricultural University Himanta Biswa Sarma PMO India Shivraj Singh Chouhan District Administration, Jorhat CMO Assam All India Radio - Akashvani

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টীয়ক: আজি ০৮.১১.২০২৫ টীয়কৰ কলীয়াপানী স্থিত যোৰহাট কৃষি বিজ্ঞান কেন্দ্ৰৰ বাকৰিত এখনি বৰশী বোৱা প্ৰতিযোগিতা অনুষ্ঠিত হয়।কৃষি পৰ্যটনক অধিক প্ৰচাৰ আৰু প্ৰচাৰ কৰাৰ উদ্দেশ্যেৰে অনুষ্ঠিত এই প্ৰতিযোগিতা খনত অসমৰ বিভিন্ন প্ৰান্তৰ প্ৰায় অৰ্ধ শতাধিক প্ৰতিযোগীযে অংশগ্ৰহণ কৰি প্ৰতিযোগিতা খনি সাফল্যমণ্ডিত কৰি তোলে।পুৱা ৯ বজাৰ পৰা অনুষ্ঠিত হোৱা প্ৰতিযোগিতা খনি বিয়লি ২ বাজি ৩০ মিনিটত সামৰণি পৰে।যোৰহাট জিলাৰ অতিৰিক্ত আয়ুক্ত পংকজ বৰা ডাঙৰীয়াই উদ্বোধন কৰা প্ৰতিযোগিতা খনিত ৬৪৬ গ্রাম ওজনৰ এটি মাছ ধৰি গিৰিশ চন্দ্ৰ শইকীয়াই শ্ৰেষ্ঠ প্ৰতিযোগী হিচাপে নিৰ্বাচিত হয়।উল্লেখযোগ্য যে ২০২২ চনতে উত্তৰ পূৰ্বাঞ্চলৰ কৃষি বিজ্ঞান কেন্দ্ৰ সমূহৰ ভিতৰতে পোন প্ৰথমবাৰৰ বাবে কৃষি পৰ্যটনক অধিক প্ৰচাৰ আৰু প্ৰচাৰ কৰাৰ মানসেৰে যোৰহাট কৃষি বিজ্ঞান কেন্দ্ৰই আৰম্ভণি কৰা এই প্ৰতিযোগিতাই এই বাৰ তৃতীয় বৰ্ষত ভৰি দিছে আৰু প্ৰতিযোগী সকলৰ অংশগ্ৰহণে উদ্যোক্তা সকলক অধিক উৎসাহিত কৰি তুলিছে,ইয়াৰ ফলত তেওঁলোকৰ মুখ্য উদেশ্য সফল হৈছে বুলি জানিবলৈ দিয়ে।
Icar Atari Guwahati
AAU - Assam Agricultural University
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmer’s Welfare, Government of India
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Himanta Biswa Sarma