ICAR
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) conducted a series of activities from September 21-23, 2025, as part of the Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) Campaign. The events included health check-ups for sanitation workers, a symbolic human chain for cleanliness awareness, and the Clean Green Utsav, promoting eco-friendly practices. These initiatives
Maitri 2.0
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has launched the second edition of the Brazil–India Cross-Incubation Programme in Agritech, known as Maitri 2.0, in New Delhi. This initiative aims to strengthen the partnership between India and Brazil in agricultural innovation, emphasizing a two-way learning platform for co-creation. Key
DARE
The Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) will participate in Special Campaign 5.0 from October 2 to 31, 2025, focusing on institutionalizing cleanliness, minimizing pendency, and improving record management. Following the success of Campaign 4.0, which saw significant progress
Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan will visit Karnataka on August 29 to celebrate the 110th birth anniversary of Dr. Shivarathri Rajendra Mahaswamiji at Suttur Math, Mysuru. He will participate in tree plantation activities, interact with farmers and livestock rearers, and review the activities of ICAR institutions in Bengaluru,
Climate Resilience
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has launched the National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) project to study climate change impacts on agriculture and promote resilient technologies. The government is also implementing various schemes like the Sub Mission on Seeds and Planting Materials (SMSP) and the National Mission
ICAR
The 97th Foundation Day of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) was celebrated with Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan addressing the gathering. He highlighted the significant growth in food grains, horticulture, and milk production over the past 11 years, attributing this success to the dedication of scientists.
Biostimulants
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan held a crucial meeting to address the sale of biostimulants, emphasizing the need for transparency and scientific validation. He directed officials to prioritize farmers' welfare, warning against misleading practices and the sale of ineffective products. Chouhan called for a thorough review of
ICAR
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) will celebrate its 97th Foundation Day with an awards ceremony and exhibition at the NASC Complex in New Delhi. The event will highlight ICAR's achievements in agricultural research, including record food grain production and innovations in crop science, livestock, fisheries, and
Agriculture
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan chaired the 96th Annual General Meeting of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), where over 18 Union and State Agriculture Ministers discussed agricultural progress. Key points included the formulation of crop-wise action plans, the establishment of Crop Medicine Centres, and the importance
VKSA
Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, will visit Hyderabad on June 9, 2025, to engage with farmers as part of the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan (VKSA). This initiative, launched by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), aims to connect agricultural research with grassroots practices,
Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan will attend a farmers convention in Jammu as part of the 'Vikasit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan' from May 29 to June 12, 2025. The initiative, organized by ICAR and the Ministry of Agriculture, aims to benefit farmers ahead of the Kharif season