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ICAR-Sponsored 21 Days Winter School "Emerging Trends in Organic and Natural Farming for Climate-Resilient and Quality Production of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants"
About Medicinal and aromatic plants are important for healthcare, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, essential oils and rural livelihoods. However, their production faces several challenges: Climate change. Declining soil health. Water scarcity. Pest and disease pressures. Variability in bioactive compounds. The winter school will provide updated knowledge and practical exposure to organic and natural farming approaches for improving soil health, nutrient cycling, resource-use effici
Nov 42 min read


21 Days ICAR sponsored Entrepreneurship Development through Agro-Processing Centers: Strategies for Value Addition, Start-up Creation and Rural Enterprise Development
About The ICAR-sponsored 21-day Winter School aims to develop entrepreneurial skills and competencies among faculty and researchers in agricultural and allied sciences, with a special focus on agro-processing centres, value addition, start-up creation and rural enterprise development. Agro-processing offers opportunities to improve product quality, shelf life and marketability while generating rural employment and strengthening farmers' income. The programme will provide part
Nov 32 min read


Oilseed & Palm Oil Production
About The Government of India launched two major missions to achieve self-reliance (Atmanirbhar Bharat) in edible oil production. The National Mission on Edible Oils–Oilseeds (NMEO-OS) was approved on 3 October 2024, with a target of increasing oilseed production to 69.7 million tonnes by 2030–31. It promotes high-quality seeds, farmer training, demonstrations and improved oil-processing infrastructure. The National Mission on Edible Oils–Oil Palm (NMEO-OP) was launched in A
Sep 283 min read


Agriculture and Food System opportunities: Last Date 30 June 2026
About Who can apply Research and technology stakeholders, including universities and research institutes, technology developers and R&D SMEs, innovation-driven start-ups, as well as other multidisciplinary actors Timeline April 7, 2026 Call launch June 30, 2026 Call deadline November 2026 October 2027 Sub-project implementation Phase 1 - Design November 2026-January 2027Duration: 3 monthsDeliverable: Activity plan Phase 2 - Development February 2027-July 2027Duration: 6 month
May 282 min read


FAO and Global Agriculture Training Opportunities 2026 — Scholarships- Rolling basis
About The FAO elearning Academy believes in the power of education to transform careers, communities, and lives. Our learners: researchers, university professors, young professionals, scientists, government officials, Donors, representatives from non-governmental and Civil Society Organizations are using our courses to make a meaningful change in agriculture, food security, and beyond. Explore their stories to see the tangible impact of our elearning courses and learning reso
May 281 min read


Padma Shri Awards 2026 in Agriculture and Allied Sector-Current affairs.
About The Padma Shri (IAST: padma śrī, lit. 'Lotus Honour'), also spelled Padma Shree, is the fourth-highest civilian award of the Republic of India, after the Bharat Ratna, the Padma Vibhushan and the Padma Bhushan. Instituted on 2 January 1954, the award is conferred in recognition of "distinguished contribution in various spheres of activity including the arts, education, industry, literature, science, acting, medicine, social service and public affairs". It is awarded by
May 272 min read


Major reforms to simplify farmers’ lives under PM Modi’s ‘Reform Express’ announces by Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan
About The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare on Monday reviewed a series of major reform measures aimed at simplifying processes for farmers, traders and agri-sector stakeholders, as Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan said the ministry would accelerate changes under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s ‘Reform Express’ to make agricultural governance more transparent, technology-driven and efficient.
May 193 min read


Walk-in-Interview at ICFRE-Institute of Forest Productivity (ICFRE-IFP), Ranchi on 12th May2026 (Tuesday)- Last date 12th May2026
About Join Our Telegram Group: Click Join us on WhatsApp Group: Click Follow us on Instagram: Click Qualifications: Important Details Interview Date: 12 May 2026 Venue: ICFRE-Institute of Forest Productivity Reporting Time: 9:30 AM Age Limit: RA-I / PA-I / PA-II: 35 Years JRF / JPF / FA: 28 Years Relaxation: 5 Years for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD candidates Nature of Job: Temporary & project-based Join Our Telegram Group: Click Join us on WhatsApp Group: Click Follow us on Instagr
May 103 min read
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Inviting Online Applications for ICAR [AIEEA(PG) and AICE JRF/SRF(Ph.D.)] Entrance Examinations - 2026: - Last date 7 June 2026
About National Testing Agency (NTA) has been established as a premier, specialist, autonomous and self-sustained testing organization to conduct entrance examinations for admission/fellowship in higher educational institutions. To assess competence of candidates for admissions has always been a challenge in terms of matching with research based international standards, efficiency, transparency and error free delivery. Join Our Telegram Group: Click Join us on WhatsApp Grou
May 101 min read


Walk-in Interview: Join National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB) a section of Ministry of Ayush, Government of India: - Last date 21.05.2026
About The National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB), Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, is seeking qualified professionals for various positions on a contractual basis. We are looking for individuals with excellent communication skills, proficiency in MS Office, and familiarity with Central Secretariat functions. Available Positions: ■Senior Programme Manager (MPBC & Integrated Component) ■Project Consultant(Technical – MPBC) ■Project Consultant(Finance – MPBC) ■Project Co
May 81 min read


R-STAT 2.0: A 10-Day Hands-On Training Programme on Statistical Techniques and Data Analysis with R;
About The "R-STAT 2.0: A 10-Day Hands-On Training Programme on Statistical Techniques and Data Analysis with R" is an intensive, application-oriented online training programme designed to help participants build strong foundations in R programming and applied statistics. This programme focuses on transforming raw data into meaningful insights through practical examples drawn from public health, agriculture, healthcare, finance, and corporate analytics. Participants will gain
May 82 min read


‘Historic reforms for farmers’: New Seed Act (Seed Act 2026) Launched by Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan
About Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan today briefed the media in detail about the features of the new Seed Act (Seed Act 2026) and its impact on farmers. The Union Minister said the proposed legislation is a historic step aimed at ensuring farmers’ protection, seed quality and transparency across the system. “Farmers will now know the complete story of every seed” Responding to media queries, Shri Chouha
May 74 min read


“Mission for Cotton Productivity” with Rs.5659.22 crore Outlay for Self-Sufficiency in Cotton and Competitiveness in Global Textile Markets by 2030-31
About The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved Rs.5659.22 crore for Mission for Cotton Productivity (2026–27 to 2030–31) to address bottlenecks, declining growth, and quality concerns in India’s cotton sector. The mission aligns with the 5F vision (Farm to Fibre to Factory to Fashion to Foreign) of Government of India. The Mission focuses on enhancing cotton productivity through development of High yielding variety (HYV) seeds resistan
May 63 min read


21 Days Summer School on “Seed Production and Quality Assurance” (SS/SPQA-2026) Last Date: 30 April, 2026.
About the 21 Days Summer School Seed is the basic tool for secured food supply by acting as a carrier of superior genes to reach farmers. Seed production and quality assurance ensure high-quality, genetically pure seeds, crucial for agricultural productivity. It involves systematic field inspection, genetic purity maintenance, proper harvesting, processing, and testing for physical/physiological standards (germination, vigor) to meet certification requirements, ultimately pr
May 61 min read


5-day Training on Setting-up of Herbal Extracts Business-4 (SHEB-4) from 09-13 March, 2026-Last Date to apply: 28th February, 2026
About 5-day Training on Setting-up of Herbal Extracts Business-4 (SHEB-4) from 09-13 March, 2026 Organized by Medi-Hub Technology Business Incubator, ICAR-Directorate of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Research, Anand, Gujarat, India Join Our Telegram Group: Click Join us on WhatsApp Group: Click Follow us on Instagram: Click Who should attend: Farmers, Students, Faculties FPOs, NGOs, SHGs Etc. Academician, Investors Startups, Others Join Our Telegram Group: Click
Feb 201 min read


5th IGM on Climate-Proofing Cereal Agriculture: Strategies for Resilience and Sustainability
The 5th International Group Meeting (IGM) is being conceived to address these challenges and will provide a platform for researchers,...
Mar 1, 20242 min read


What is conservation agriculture?
What is conservation agriculture? Farmers are increasingly adopting conservation agriculture practices. This sustainable farming method...
Jun 6, 20232 min read


1st International Extension Education Congress-2023:December 18-20, 2023
Title: 1st International Extension Education Congress-2023 on Rural Transformation and Sustainable Agri-food System through Community...
May 22, 20231 min read


ASRB NET 2023: Application Form, Eligibility Criteria, Exam Date & More
ASRB NET 2023 or Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB) will hold a combined examination for NET-2023, ARS-2023 (Preliminary)...
May 18, 20231 min read


MSSRF: Internship application
We are Community Agrobiodiversity Centre of MSSRF, a non-profit organization committed to promoting agrobiodiversity conservation and...
Apr 14, 20231 min read
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