SKUAST-J bags award in National Kissan Mela

Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Mar 17: Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Science and Technology (SKUAST) Jammu has bagged the `Uttam Stall’ award in the National Kissan Mela at New Delhi.
Organized by Indian Agriculture Research Institute (IARI) New Delhi last week, the three-day Mela was titled “Indian Agricultural Research Institute Technologies for Inclusive Growth” showcased the technological advancement in the fields of agriculture and allied sectors.
The stall put-up by Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) of SKUAST- J was adjusted as “Uttam Stall” among all the participating State Agricultural Universities. The award was presented by Sanjeev Balyan, Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Cooperation, Government of India. The advancements made in agriculture sciences, namely improved crop varieties, supporting management practices and other related technologies were displayed at the Mela.