Past Events - Krishi Vigyan Kendra,Central Research Inst. For Jute & Allied Fibre, Bud Bud,Distt. Bardhaman

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Webcasting of Krishi Choupal 3rd episode
Start Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025
End Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The Union ministry of Agriculture in partnership with Doordashan airs a program called krishi choupal to inform all Indian farmers about the technologies developed by ICAR. The live viewing of Krishi choupal 3rd episode was organised at KVK,Budbud, A total of 27 farmers and farm women have participated and learned about the new technologies developed.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Mamidala Lavanya
Subject Matter Specialist (Veterinary Science)
mamidala.lavanya@icar.org.in
9849756473

Visit of members of FPOs to KVK
Start Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025
End Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : This programme was organized at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman District A total of 20 members of different FPOs from Purba and Paschim Bardhaman visited the KVK to understand new technologies and their dissemination in the district. Interacted with the experts of different disciplines such as Agriculture, Horticulture, Veterinary and Fishery and the experts responded to their queries. After the interaction they visited the demonstration units.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Mamidala Lavanya
Subject Matter Specialist (Veterinary Science)
mamidala.lavanya@icar.org.in
9849756473

Awareness programme regarding Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) in humans
Start Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025
End Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK, Budbud
Description : This awareness programme was organized at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman District. A total of FPO members were attended. The awarness programme on lymphatic filariasis has educated the participants about LF disease and distributed the educational materials on LF disease to the participants.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Mamidala Lavanya
Subject Matter Specialist (Veterinary Science)
mamidala.lavanya@icar.org.in
9849756473

Animal Health camp
Start Date: Tuesday, February 4, 2025
End Date: Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Kajora, Andal, Paschim Bardhaman
Description : This animal health camp was organized at KajoraVillage of Andal block of Paschim Bardhaman District. A total of 30 farmers and farm women of the SC category benefitted, and the programme was organized under the SCSP project. The animal health camp has covered essential aspects like health checkups of the animals like routine physical examination of the animals to assess the overall health, deworming the animals and distributed deworming medicines, providing medical care for sick animals and distributed mineral mixture and liver tonics
Contact Person Details
Dr. Mamidala Lavanya
Subject Matter Specialist (Veterinary Science)
mamidala.lavanya@icar.org.in
9849756473

Training programme on “Care and management of pregnant cattle and newborn calf’’
Start Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025
End Date: Monday, February 3, 2025

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Dwarnori, Galsi-I, Purba Bardhaman
Description : This Training Programme was organized at Dwarnori Village of Galsi-I block of Purba Bardhaman District. A total of 30 farmers and farm women of the SC category benefitted, and the programme was organized under the SCSP project. The training on cattle management has covered essential aspects like care and management of pregnant cattle and peripartum care. First it focused on Feeding and housing of pregnant cattle and management of dry cows. Next the training shifted to signs of approaching parturition and care after parturition and diseases that occur after parturition. Next, about care and management of newborn calf and general managemental practices like deworming, vaccination, housing and breeding aspects Throughout the training, participants have gained insights into different managemental aspects in cattle rearing
Contact Person Details
Dr. Mamidala Lavanya
Subject Matter Specialist (Veterinary Science)
mamidala.lavanya@icar.org.in
9849756473

Training programme on Elevating Lives: Sustainable Livelihoods Through Goat Rearing
Start Date: Monday, January 27, 2025
End Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Sonai, Ausgram-II, Purba Bardhaman
Description : This Training Programme was organized at Sonai Village of Ausgram-II block of Purba Bardhaman District. A total of 30 farmers and farm women of the SC category benefitted, and the programme was organized under the SCSP project. The training on goat rearing has covered essential aspects like importance of rearing goats, different production systems for rearing goats. First it focused on Points to be remembered while purchasing goats and different managemental aspects of goat rearing like general managemental practices like deworming, housing, feeding and breeding aspects. Next, the training shifted to care and management of pregnant does and newborn kids. Throughout the training, participants have gained insights into different managemental aspects in goat rearing.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Mamidala Lavanya
Subject Matter Specialist (Veterinary Science)
mamidala.lavanya@icar.org.in
9849756473

Improved production technology of Jute and crop protection therein rainwater harvesting based Integrated farming system of Jute.
Start Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2025
End Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Event Category : Vocational Training for Youth (More Than 4 Days)
Venue : Samudragarh, Purba Bardhaman
Description : This training was held off campus with 5 days duration. Head, KVK and other SMSs have also conducted this training programme.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Assistant Chief Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training programme on Different pond management in fish farming
Start Date: Monday, January 20, 2025
End Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Lowa, Galsi-I, Purba Bardhaman
Description : This Training Programme was organized at Lowa Village of Galsi-I Block of Purba Bardhaman District. A total of 30 farmers and Farm women of the SC category benefitted, and the programme was organized under the SCSP project. The training on pond management has covered essential aspects of preparing and managing different types of ponds used in fish farming. First, it focused on nursery pond preparation and management, where participants learned how to prepare the pond for the initial stages of fish growth, ensuring the water quality was optimal for young fish. Next, the training shifted to rearing pond preparation and management, which involves creating a suitable environment for the healthy growth of juvenile fish, emphasizing proper feeding, water management, and health monitoring. Finally, the course addressed grow-out pond preparation and management, where techniques for maintaining water quality, managing fish size, and optimizing feed efficiency for mature fish have been discussed
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sourav Bhadra
Subject Matter Specialist (Fishery Sc.)
souravbhadra10@gmail.com
9547045379

One day training cum Input distribution programme to the beneficiary farmers under OFT on Assessment of managing leaf curl disease in Tomato.
Start Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025
End Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Samudragarh, Purba Bardhaman.
Description : This training was held on campus at KVK, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman. A total of 6 (six) S.C beneficiary farmers have attended this programme. The inputs were equally distributed to them by me.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Assistant Chief Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Vegetable nursery management in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025
End Date: Monday, January 27, 2025

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Sarasatigunj, Kanksa
Description : Training had been conducted at Sarasatigunj, Kanksa. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Nursery seed bed preparation • Seed treatment and nursery bed treatment. • Season of nursery raising • Use of coco peat and pluck trays in nursery Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 3 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Role of macro and micronutrient and deficiency symptoms in field and horticultural crop in jute-based cropping system
Start Date: Tuesday, January 21, 2025
End Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Kalna, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Firstly, he made the farmers aware about importance of jute in cropping system and the various improved production practices developed by ICAR-CRIJAF in economising jute cultivation vis-a-vis improvement in production. On the next day he spoke on various nutrients required by crops for optimum production. He delineated classification of nutrients into macro and micro nutrients and need for balanced application of these. In this connection, he emphasized on application of organics for maintaining the level of each nutrients. He spoke on soil health issue and emphasized that imbalanced and indiscriminate fertilization is deteriorating soil health. On the 3rd day Dr. Ghorai spoke in detail on role of each in crop production. Dr. Subrata Sarkar spoke on macro and micronutrient requirement for horticultural crops.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

National Livestock Mission and rearing of animals under the scheme
Start Date: Sunday, January 19, 2025
End Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Lowa, Galsi-I, Purba Bardhaman
Description : This Training Programme was organised at Lowa Village of Galsi-I Block of Purba Bardhaman District. A total 30 farmers and Farm women of SC category benefitted, and the programme was organised under SCSP project. This training was organised to raise awareness about the NLM scheme and its components, application process and eligibility criteria, the financial and technical support available under NLM and Knowledge and basic principles about rearing animals under NLM Scheme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Training on Production and use of organic inputs in IFS
Start Date: Monday, January 20, 2025
End Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK, Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Advantages of organic pesticides • Preparation of organic pesticides by using locally available resources • Its method of application including precautions Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 3 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training programme on Empowering Farmers through Farmers Producer Organization (FPO) and Self Help Group (SHG)
Start Date: Friday, January 17, 2025
End Date: Sunday, January 19, 2025

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Dwarnari, Galsi-I, Purba Bardhaman
Description : This Training Programme was organised at Dwarnari Village of Galsi-I Block of Purba Bardhaman District. Total 30 farmers and Farm women of SC category were benefitted and the programme was organized under SCSP project. The programme was organized with the aim of providing an understanding of the concept and benefits of FPOs and Self Help Groups (SHGs), To Train farmers on the operational aspects of forming and running FPOs and Self Help Groups (SHGs) and To enhance farmers' knowledge of government schemes and financial support available for FPOs and Self Help Groups (SHGs).
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Sponsored training programme on Organic farming, uses of mycorrhizae and balanced use of nutrition in Boro Paddy
Start Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025
End Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, ICAR-CRIJAF, BudBud, Purba Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : The Programme was organised in collaboration with Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Limited (HURL), a Government of India undertaking to aware farmers about biofertilizers and their uses. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from local farmers. The Experts discussed about Mycorrhiza biofertilizers, the methods of using Mycorrhiza, their role in enhancing soil fertility, and the benefits of their application in increasing crop yield. During the event, farmers interacted with the experts, who addressed their queries and resolved doubts related to biofertilizers. The program aimed to increase awareness among farmers and instil confidence in adopting sustainable farming practices using biofertilizers.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Farmer's - Expert Interaction programme
Start Date: Thursday, December 26, 2024
End Date: Thursday, December 26, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, ICAR-CRIJAF, BudBud, Purba Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : The Farmer - Expert Interaction Programme was organized to address farmers' agriculture-related issues at KVK, Bud Bud. A total of 27 farmers and farm women were present during the programme at KVK. All the staff and experts from different agricultural streams were present and gave suggestions. The programme is organized every last Thursday of the month.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Farmer's day celebration and Interaction with farmers
Start Date: Monday, December 23, 2024
End Date: Monday, December 23, 2024

Event Category : National Farmer Day (Kisan Diwas)
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, ICAR-CRIJAF, BudBud, Purba Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Burdwan, organized a farmer's day on the birthday of 5th Prime Minister late Shri Chaudhary Charan Singh, on 23rd December 2024. A total of 36 farmers were present during the programme. Farmers interacted with KVK subject matter specialists. The programme's theme was modern agricultural practices, sustainability and challenges farmers face. During the programme, the CHC (Custom Hiring Center) Scheme was discussed, and it was discussed how farmers could benefit from this scheme and what are the scope of this scheme as an entrepreneurship among farmers and rural youth.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Farmers Expert Interaction Programme
Start Date: Thursday, November 28, 2024
End Date: Thursday, November 28, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, ICAR-CRIJAF, BudBud, Purba Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : The Farmer Expert Interaction Programme was organised to address farmers' agriculture-related issues at KVK, Bud Bud. A total of 24 farmers were present during the programme at KVK. All the staff and experts from different agricultural streams were present and gave suggestions. The programme will be organized every Thursday of the month
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Awareness on improved mustard cultivation and distribution of mustard seed under institute SCSP programme
Start Date: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Dalpur Asharam, Bankura
Description : The programme was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He explained the improved technologies of mustard cultivation and urged upon the farmers to adopt the practices in fields to augment productivity of crops
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Maize Seed distribution Programme for Rabi Season
Start Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, ICAR-CRIJAF, BudBud, Purba Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : A maize seed distribution programme for Kharif 2024, in collaboration with ICAR—Indian Institute of Maize Research (IIMR), Ludhiana, Punjab, was held on 2024/10/23 at KVK, Burdwan. Director, ICAR-CRIJAF, Dr. Gouranga Kar interacted with farmers during the programme. Dr. Gouranga Kar Distributed Improved Maize seed to the selected farmers. A total, 14 farmers benefitted with improved Maize seed.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Cleanliness drive at KVK Campus
Start Date: Tuesday, October 22, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, ICAR-CRIJAF, BudBud, Purba Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Burdwan, organized a Cleanliness Drive under the Swachhta Hi Sewa 2024 campaign. KVK Burdwan's officials cleaned the KVK premises, park, and office, promoting environmental conservation and cleanliness awareness.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Drawing Competition under Swachhta hi Seva Activity
Start Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Burdwan
Description : Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Burdwan, organized some activities under Swachhta hi Seva 2024. A drawing competition was Organized for students under the SHS 2024 Campaign. A total of 12 students participated in the Drawing Competition and prizes were awarded to the best students. All KVK staff and students' parents were present. Students enthusiastically participated in the event and showcased their Drawing skills about cleanliness.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Paddy Field Diagnostic Visit
Start Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Paddy field of Bud Bud Village
Description : On receiving the news of an outbreak of the disease in the paddy fields of Bud Bud village, a specialist inspected the paddy field and Bacterial Leaf Blight was spotted in the field, suggestions were given to save paddy crop from Bacterial Leaf Blight and it was also suggested to monitor it from time to time.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Webcasting of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
Start Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024
End Date: Saturday, October 5, 2024

Event Category : Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, ICAR-CRIJAF, BudBud, Purba Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : KVK Burdwan Organized a webcast programme of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi on 5th October 2024 in KVK Seminar Hall. A total of 31 participants were present during the live webcast. This was the 18th installment of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Celebration of Swachhta Diwas
Start Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, ICAR-CRIJAF, BudBud, Purba Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Burdwan, organized a Cleanliness Drive under the Swachhta Hi Sewa 2024 campaign. KVK Burdwan's officials cleaned the KVK premises, park, and office, promoting environmental conservation and cleanliness awareness.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Quiz, Prize Distribution and plantation in Nurkona Primary School
Start Date: Tuesday, September 24, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Nurkona Primary School, Purba Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Burdwan, organized some activities under Swachhta hi Seva 2024 in Nurkona Primary School in Galsi Block. Quiz competition was Organized for students under the SHS 2024 Campaign. A total of 35 students participated in the quiz and prizes were awarded to the best students. All KVK and High School staff and students also took the Swachhta Pledge. Students enthusiastically participated in the event and showcased their knowledge about cleanliness. On this occasion, a fruit-bearing plant was also planted on the school premises by the officials of KVK Burdwan and the school staff, promoting awareness about environmental conservation and cleanliness.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Essay Competition, Quiz, Pledge on Swachhta Hi Seva and plantation in Nurkona High School
Start Date: Monday, September 23, 2024
End Date: Monday, September 23, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Nurkona High School, Purba Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Burdwan, organized some activities under Swachhta hi Seva 2024 in Nurkona High School in Galsi Block. Activities like Essay Writing and Quizz Competition were Organized under the SHS 2024 Campaign. All KVK and High School staff and students also took the Swachhta Pledge. Students enthusiastically participated in the event and showcased their knowledge about cleanliness. On this occasion, a fruit-bearing plant was also planted on the school premises by the officials of KVK Burdwan and the school staff, promoting awareness about environmental conservation and cleanliness.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Quiz and plantation on “Swachhta hi Seva” in Primary School
Start Date: Friday, September 20, 2024
End Date: Friday, September 20, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Simnori Primary School, Galsi-I, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Burdwan, organized a quiz competition at Simnori Primary School in Galsi Block under the Swachhta Hi Sewa 2024 campaign. Students enthusiastically participated in the event and showcased their knowledge about cleanliness. On this occasion, a fruit-bearing plant was also planted in the school premises by the officials of KVK Burdwan and the school staff, promoting awareness about environmental conservation and cleanliness.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Programme on “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam”
Start Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, ICAR-CRIJAF, BudBud, Purba Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Tree Plantation Programme was organized at KVK under SHS 2024 (Swachhta Hi Sewa). All the staff members of the KVK participated and planted fruit plants at the KVK Campus.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Pledge on “Swachhta hi Seva”
Start Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, ICAR-CRIJAF, BudBud, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : All office staff took the pledge on Swachhta Hi Seva.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Farmers Expert Interaction Programme on Current Issues related to Agriculture and its solution
Start Date: Thursday, August 29, 2024
End Date: Thursday, August 29, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, ICAR-CRIJAF, BudBud, Purba Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Farmer Expert Interaction Programme was organized to address farmers' agriculture-related issues at KVK, Bud Bud. A total of 25 farmers were present during the programme at KVK. The programme will be organized on every last Thursday of the month.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Programme on “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam”
Start Date: Thursday, August 29, 2024
End Date: Thursday, August 29, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, ICAR-CRIJAF, BudBud, Purba Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Tree Plantation Programme was organized at KVK and some fruit plants were distributed to the farmers. A total of 25 farmers were present during the programme. All the staff members of the KVK also planted fruit plants at the KVK Campus.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Programme on “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam”
Start Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, ICAR-CRIJAF, BudBud, Purba Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Tree Plantation Programme was organized at KVK and some fruit plants were distributed to the farmers. A total of 36 farmers were present during the programme. All the staff members of the KVK also planted fruit plants at the KVK Campus.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Hon’ble PM's programme vis-a-vis Release of 109 Crop varieties developed by ICAR
Start Date: Sunday, August 11, 2024
End Date: Sunday, August 11, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, ICAR-CRIJAF, BudBud, Purba Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Hon’ble PM’s programme to release 109 Crop varieties developed by ICAR on 11th August 2024 at 11.00 AM in the Research Farm of ICAR-IARI, Pusa, New Delhi. Arrangements for webcast of programme were made at KVK, Bardhaman, Budbud and interaction of farmers with SMSs were also facilitated to clear their doubts and confusions on advancement of agriculture techniques. Total 34 farmers and 10 staff members were present during the programme at KVK, Budbud.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Training on Plant propagation techniques of sub-tropical fruit crops
Start Date: Tuesday, July 23, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 25, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Vegetative propagation and its advantages • Different types of Plant propagation techniques like cutting, grafting air layering etc. • Timing of operation and selection of mother plants • Maintenance of mother plants • Tools use for propagation. • Maintenance of young grafted plants Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 3 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Sustainable crop production through conservation agriculture in jute based cropping system (EF)
Start Date: Monday, July 22, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Mirjapur, Kalna
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He explained the principles of conservation agriculture and urged upon the farmers to adopt the practices in fields to augment productivity of crops
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on making of jute handicrafts
Start Date: Wednesday, July 3, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, July 23, 2024

Event Category : Vocational Training for Youth (More Than 4 Days)
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Shri Uttam Nayak and Mrs. Namita Roy were the resource persons in training . He trained the participants on making of different jute handicrafts.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Role of macro and micronutrient and deficiency symptoms in field and horticultural crop in jute-based cropping system
Start Date: Thursday, July 18, 2024
End Date: Monday, July 22, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Loa, Galsi I
Description : Firstly, he made the farmers aware about importance of jute in cropping system and the various improved production practices developed by ICAR-CRIJAF in economising jute cultivation vis-a-vis improvement in production. On the next day he spoke on various nutrients required by crops for optimum production. He delineated classification of nutrients into macro and micro nutrients and need for balanced application of these. In this connection, he emphasized on application of organics for maintaining the level of each nutrients. He spoke on soil health issue and emphasized that imbalanced and indiscriminate fertilization is deteriorating soil health. On the 3rd day he spoke in detail on role of each in crop production.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on organic farming and zero budget natural farming
Start Date: Monday, July 15, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Barenda, Ketugram
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Firstly, he made the farmers aware about importance of jute in cropping system and the various improved production practices developed by ICAR-CRIJAF in economising jute cultivation vis-a-vis improvement in production. On the next day he spoke on organic farming and the need for it. In this connection, he emphasized on green manuring with sunnhemp and sesbania for maintaining soil health. Then he, in detail, enumerated production methodologies of various kinds of organic manure like NADEP compost, bio dynamic compost and vermicompost. He also enumerated production of different bio pesticides like trichoderma viridae and other formulation. On the 3rd day he spoke on ZBNF and it's underlying principles. He spoke on the 4 pillars of ZBNF, viz., BEEJAMTRITA, JEEVAMRITA, ACHHADAN and WAFASA. Then I delineated preparation methodologies of various crop protection formulations like neemastra, brambhastra etc.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Maize Seed distribution Programme
Start Date: Monday, July 15, 2024
End Date: Monday, July 15, 2024

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra, ICAR-CRIJAF, BudBud, Purba Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Maize seed distribution programme for Kharif 2024 in collaboration with ICAR- Indian Institute of Maize Research (IIMR), Ludhiana, Punjab was held on 15th July, 2024 at KVK, Burdwan. Total 24 farmers were benefitted with 80 kg of improved Maize seed.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Vinod Kumar
SMS (Agril. Extension)
vinodjhatwal@gmail.com
9983030813

Training on Micro irrigation technology in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 11, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK, Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Concept of different micro irrigation systems • Advantage and disadvantage • Different parts of micro-irrigation • Operation of the system • Fertigation Total 30 no of farm women were participated for this 3 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Distribution of Maize fodder seeds to the farmers and farm women for demonstration programme.
Start Date: Wednesday, July 10, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, July 10, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Budbud
Description : A short discussion was made with the farmers and farm women on cultivation practices of this fodder crop and proper time of harvest as green fodder
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Assistant Chief Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Improved production technology of kharif onion in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Tuesday, July 2, 2024
End Date: Thursday, July 4, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Saraswatigunj, Kanksa
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Varieties • Nursery management • Sowing time • Land Preparation • Spacing • Nutrient management • Irrigation • Intercultural operation and weed control • Harvesting the crop • Post harvest handling • Management of major pest and diseases Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 3 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

3 days Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) training programme on ‘Vermicompost Producer’
Start Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024
End Date: Thursday, June 27, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : This training was held on campus including practical exposure to the Vermicompost unit. The last day on 27.06.24 assessments of trainees were done by the ASCI representatives.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Assistant Chief Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Webcasting of 17th Installment release of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi
Start Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2024

Event Category : Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Webcasting of 17th Installment release of PM Kisan Samman Nidhi at Krishi Vigyan Kendra Burdwan and its adopted villages on 18th June, 2024.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Method demonstration on jute seed drill and nail weeder
Start Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Ketugram, Purba Bardhaman
Description : The demonstration was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (Agril.) to make farmers aware about economization in jute cultivation through mechanization. It was conducted in Beranda village of Ketugram I block of Purba Bardhaman
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Role of macro and micronutrient in soil and crop health in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, March 20, 2024
End Date: Friday, March 22, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Ausgram, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Firstly, he made the farmers aware about importance of jute in cropping system and the various improved production practices developed by ICAR-CRIJAF in economising jute cultivation vis-a-vis improvement in production. On the next day he spoke on various nutrients required by crops for optimum production. He delineated classification of nutrients into macro and micro nutrients and need for balanced application of these. In this connection, he emphasized on application of organics for maintaining the level of each nutrients. He spoke on soil health issue and emphasized that imbalanced and indiscriminate fertilization is deteriorating soil health. On the 3rd day he spoke in detail on role of each in crop production.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

19th Scientific Advisory Committee Meeting at KVK Burdwan
Start Date: Thursday, March 21, 2024
End Date: Thursday, March 21, 2024

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Achievement of previous year and action plan of next year of KVK Burdwan has been discussed in 19th SAC Meeting of KVK Burdwan.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Training on Need for composting and different types of compost preparation
Start Date: Friday, March 15, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Jamuria, Paschim Bardhaman
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Dr. Ghorai spoke on importance of compost and different types of compost preparation. He then in detail spoke on vermicomposting
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Improved production technology of jute in Jute based cropping system
Start Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024
End Date: Thursday, March 14, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Katwa, Purba Bardhaman
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Dr. Ghorai spoke with audio-visual aid on various improved methodologies of jute cultivation and the improved technologies developed by ICAR-CRIJAF to make jute cultivation remunerative
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Role of macro and micronutrient in soil and crop health in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Thursday, March 7, 2024
End Date: Monday, March 11, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Galsi, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Firstly, he made the farmers aware about importance of jute in cropping system and the various improved production practices developed by ICAR-CRIJAF in economising jute cultivation vis-a-vis improvement in production. On the next day he spoke on various nutrients required by crops for optimum production. He delineated classification of nutrients into macro and micro nutrients and need for balanced application of these. In this connection, he emphasized on application of organics for maintaining the level of each nutrients. He spoke on soil health issue and emphasized that imbalanced and indiscriminate fertilization is deteriorating soil health. On the 3rd day he spoke in detail on role of each in crop production.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Celebration of International Women’s Day
Start Date: Friday, March 8, 2024
End Date: Friday, March 8, 2024

Event Category : International Women's Day
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The programme was conducted by Dr. S. M. A. Rahman. The programme was organized at KVK Training Hall. The theme of the programme was Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress. Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated in this programme. Role of women in different sector of society, specially in agriculture field was discussed. Participants visited the KVK experimental farm and different demonstration unit including IFS Model.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Training on ‘Bee-keeping for better pollination and alternative livelihood’.
Start Date: Tuesday, March 5, 2024
End Date: Thursday, March 7, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : This training was held on campus including practical exposure to the Bee-keeping unit.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Assistant Chief Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Improved production technology of millet in Jute-millet cropping system
Start Date: Monday, March 4, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Bhatar, Purba Bardhaman
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He discussed improved jute production practices. Although jute is a prominent crop of the region, farmers often incur higher cost of production thereby making jute cultivation less profitable. He, in detail, discussed the various improved methodologies developed by ICAR-CRIJAF, in this aspect, including sowing, seed treatment, weeding, manuring, water management, plant protection measures and finally post harvest management, especially, retting with CRIJAF SONA to get better quality fibre which would fetch higher price. On the second day, He recapitulated what he discussed in the first day briefly. Then, he briefly explained how climate change is altering hydrological cycle and the need for cultivation of less water requiring crops like millets. He made the participants aware about various kinds of millets like sorghum, pearl millet, finger millet and other minor millets. He discussed production practices of various millets.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Improved production technology of millet in Jute-millet cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024
End Date: Friday, March 1, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Bhatar, Purba Bardhaman
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He discussed improved jute production practices. Although jute is a prominent crop of the region, farmers often incur higher cost of production thereby making jute cultivation less profitable. He, in detail, discussed the various improved methodologies developed by ICAR-CRIJAF, in this aspect, including sowing, seed treatment, weeding, manuring, water management, plant protection measures and finally post harvest management, especially, retting with CRIJAF SONA to get better quality fibre which would fetch higher price. On the second day, He recapitulated what he discussed in the first day briefly. Then, he briefly explained how climate change is altering hydrological cycle and the need for cultivation of less water requiring crops like millets. He made the participants aware about various kinds of millets like sorghum, pearl millet, finger millet and other minor millets. He discussed production practices of various millets.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Agromet Advisories in mitigating drought effects on crop-weather-pest interaction and Role of ICT in modern agriculture
Start Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2024
End Date: Thursday, February 29, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. S. M. A. Rahman and Sk Golam Rasul. Total 30 nos Farmers participated. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Introduction of droughts and its symptoms on crop plants • Physical detection of drought affected crops and knowledge of various drought indices • Crop-weather-pest interaction in ideal environment • Role of microclimatic modifications in drought prone area • Comprehensive role of agromet advisory bulletins in drought management and yield increment of crops • Introduction of Meghdoot app in dissemination of Agromet Advisory Bulletins at block and district level • Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) • Areas of IT convergence • Impact of ICT on Agriculture and Information Technology • Understanding Modern Technology Used in Agriculture • Empowering Smallholder Agriculture • ICT initiatives for agricultural development in India • Some programmes of ICT in agricultural belt
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Webcasting of Release of 16th Installment of PM Kisan by Hon'ble PM.
Start Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Event Category : Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Webcasting of Release of 16th Installment of PM Kisan by Hon'ble PM is organized by KVK Burdwan, where a total of 117 participants attended the programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Training on Seed production of Vegetable crops in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Monday, February 26, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK, Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Concept of isolation distance and rouging. • Stages of crops for field inspection • Harvesting index and seed harvesting • Extraction and post harvest management of seeds Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 3 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Farmers Visit to KVK Green House
Start Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : During the visit of the farmers the following topics were covered • Protected cultivation of horticultural crops • Micro irrigation • New varieties • High value low volume crops
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Rice cultivation through SRI in Jute-Rice cropping system
Start Date: Friday, February 23, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Ketugram
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). On the first day, after pre training evaluation of the participants he went through principles and practices of rice production in general and tried to put accross participants the need for augmenting rice productivity to maintain future food security of our nation. In the same connection he briefed them about various improved methodologies of rice production like DSR, zero tillage, green manuring with crops like sunnhemp, sesbania, brown manuring and finally SRI. Then, he discussed SRI method of crop production and the need to promote such water saving techniques in view of climate change triggered future water scarcity. In this connection, he also briefed about how green house gasses are being loaded into our atmospheric system leading to climate shift which is triggering change in hydrological cycle and lowering of ground water table.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on ‘Improved Production Technology of Oyster mushroom’.
Start Date: Tuesday, February 20, 2024
End Date: Thursday, February 22, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman.
Description : This training was held on campus including practical session for making mushroom bed by each trainee.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Assistant Chief Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Sustainable crop production through conservation agriculture in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Friday, February 16, 2024
End Date: Thursday, February 22, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Kalna, Purba Bardhaman
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He explained the principles of conservation agriculture and urged upon the farmers to adopt the practices in fields to augment productivity of crops
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Preparation of Jute Handicrafts
Start Date: Friday, February 16, 2024
End Date: Thursday, February 22, 2024

Event Category : Vocational Training for Youth (More Than 4 Days)
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK, Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Making of various jute handicrafts like bags, ornaments, decorative items etc • Capacity building for marketing Total 20 no of farm women were participated for this 7 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Integrated Pest Management On Cucurbitaceous Crop In Jute Based Farming System
Start Date: Tuesday, February 20, 2024
End Date: Thursday, February 22, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in cucurbitaceous crop through integrates all the management procedures. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide & indigenous technology and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on ‘Bee-keeping for better pollination and alternative livelihood’.
Start Date: Tuesday, February 13, 2024
End Date: Monday, February 19, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman.
Description : This training was held on campus including practical exposure to the Bee-keeping unit.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Assistant Chief Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on improved methodology of jute cultivation
Start Date: Monday, February 12, 2024
End Date: Thursday, February 15, 2024

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Purbasthali, Purba Bardhaman
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Dr. Ghorai spoke with audio-visual aid on various improved methodologies of jute cultivation and the improved technologies developed by ICAR-CRIJAF to make jute cultivation remunerative.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Input Distribution for FLD on Integrated Pest Management on Leucinodes orbonalis on brinjal in Integrated Farming System.
Start Date: Monday, January 29, 2024
End Date: Monday, January 29, 2024

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Vill-Bileswar , Ketugram 2 block, Purba Bardhaman
Description : The FLD was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. Pheromone trap with lure and neem oil were distributed among the farmers. He explained the procedure of use of pheromone trap in brinjal crop. He put special emphasis on the use of pheromone trap & neem oil and their beneficial role in crop protection in brinjal and the method to use them.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra
Start Date: Thursday, January 11, 2024
End Date: Thursday, January 11, 2024

Event Category : Viksit Bharat Sanklap Yatra
Venue : Parulia, Durgapur
Description : Different Government agencies like Banks, NABARD, KVK, OMCs participated in the event to facilitate common people in realization of different Govt scheme at village doorstep. Honurable MP, Mr SS Ahluwalia graced the occasion.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Exposure Visit to KVK Burdwan from Bud Bud Hindi School
Start Date: Tuesday, January 9, 2024
End Date: Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : In this exposure visit students are demonstrated different aspects of agriculture, horticulture, green house, mushroom production, azolla production.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Distribution of inputs under OFT on weed management of onion in jute-onion cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, January 3, 2024
End Date: Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : CRIJAF single wheel jute weeder and nail weeder were distributed to the farmers. Their operating procedure were also discussed.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Vocational training on Making of jute handicrafts
Start Date: Friday, December 15, 2023
End Date: Sunday, December 31, 2023

Event Category : Vocational Training for Youth (More Than 4 Days)
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Mr. Uttam Nayak and Mrs. Rupa Majumder was the resource person in training . She trained the participants on making of different jute handicrafts, ornaments, various kinds of bags and other home decoratives.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Rice cultivation through SRI in jute-rice cropping system
Start Date: Tuesday, December 26, 2023
End Date: Thursday, December 28, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Nagargachi, Kalna I
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). On the first day, after pre training evaluation of the participants he went through principles and practices of rice production in general and tried to put accross participants the need for augmenting rice productivity to maintain future food security of our nation. In the same connection he briefed them about various improved methodologies of rice production like DSR, zero tillage, green manuring with crops like sunnhemp, sesbania, brown manuring and finally SRI. Then, he discussed SRI method of crop production and the need to promote such water saving techniques in view of climate change triggered future water scarcity. In this connection, he also briefed about how green house gasses are being loaded into our atmospheric system leading to climate shift which is triggering change in hydrological cycle and lowering of ground water table.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Insect pest management in oil seed crop in Jute Based Farming System
Start Date: Tuesday, December 26, 2023
End Date: Thursday, December 28, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Orgram, Bhatar
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in oil seed crop through integrates all the management procedures. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide & indigenous technology and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on soil testing and seed production of different field crops in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, December 20, 2023
End Date: Friday, December 22, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Nagargachi, Kalna-I
Description : The physical training programme for 3 day duration was conducted in KVK and was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai which was participated by total 30 farmers and farm women from the locality. Dr. D. Ghorai, at length, trained the farmers on importance of seed production for achieving food security. He explained various protocols necessary for seed production with classification of seed. Hethen trained the participants on seed production protocols of paddy and other crops.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Nursery management of vegetable crops in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, December 20, 2023
End Date: Friday, December 22, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK, Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Planning of nursery • Selection of site • Seedbed preparation, seed treatment and sowing • Maintenance of seedlings Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 3 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Improved Production Technology of Oyster mushroom
Start Date: Tuesday, December 19, 2023
End Date: Thursday, December 21, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : This training was held On-campus. The trainees were given all necessary training materials free for this practical based training programme.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Assistant Chief Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Role of ICT in modern agriculture
Start Date: Monday, December 18, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Training Hall, KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK, Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) • Areas of IT convergence • Impact of ICT on Agriculture and Information Technology • Understanding Modern Technology Used in Agriculture • Empowering Smallholder Agriculture • ICT initiatives for agricultural development in India • Some programmes of ICT in agricultural belt Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 3 days
Contact Person Details
Sk Golam Rasul
Computer Programmer
Sk.Rasul@icar.org.in
9474883789

Exposure Visit to KVK Burdwan from Kendriya Vidyalaya Panagarh
Start Date: Tuesday, December 19, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, December 19, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : An Awareness-cum-Exposure visit was conducted at KVK Burdwan by Kendriya Vidyalaya Panagarh Army Base. About 100 students from class nine and ten along with 3 teachers participated in this visit. Scientists from KVK discussed the importance of Agriculture as a carrier to the students. Students are also demonstrated different IFS sites of KVK and they are informed different aspects of agriculture.
Contact Person Details
Sk Golam Rasul
Computer Programmer
Sk.Rasul@icar.org.in
9474883789

Training on Improved production technology of millets in jute – Millet cropping system
Start Date: Friday, December 15, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, December 19, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Chotokulgachi, Katwa
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He discussed improved jute production practices. Although jute is a prominent crop of the region, farmers often incur higher cost of production thereby making jute cultivation less profitable. He, in detail, discussed the various improved methodologies developed by ICAR-CRIJAF, in this aspect, including sowing, seed treatment, weeding, manuring, water management, plant protection measures and finally post harvest management, especially, retting with CRIJAF SONA to get better quality fibre which would fetch higher price. On the second day, He recapitulated what he discussed in the first day briefly. Then, he briefly explained how climate change is altering hydrological cycle and the need for cultivation of less water requiring crops like millets. He made the participants aware about various kinds of millets like sorghum, pearl millet, finger millet and other minor millets. He discussed production practices of various millets.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Cultivation techniques of solanaceous vegetable in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, December 13, 2023
End Date: Friday, December 15, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Siddhapur, Jamuria
Description : Training had been conducted at Siddhapur, Jamuria. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Cultural and climate requirement of solanaceous crops • Their nutrient management, water management etc • Special cultural management and harvest maturity Total 30 no of farm women were participated for this 3 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Disease management in Cole crops in Integrated Farming System
Start Date: Tuesday, December 12, 2023
End Date: Thursday, December 14, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : This training was held On-campus including practical session for skill & knowledge development of participants.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Vocational training on Preparation of Jute Handicrafts
Start Date: Friday, December 8, 2023
End Date: Thursday, December 14, 2023

Event Category : Vocational Training for Youth (More Than 4 Days)
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK, Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Making of various jute handicrafts like bags, folders, Pen stand, mats, decorative items etc • Capacity building for marketing Total 24 no of farm women were participated for this 7 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Role of macro and micronutrient in soil and crop health in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Tuesday, December 12, 2023
End Date: Thursday, December 14, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Golahat, Purbasthali
Description : Firstly, he made the farmers aware about importance of jute in cropping system and the various improved production practices developed by ICAR-CRIJAF in economising jute cultivation vis-a-vis improvement in production. On the next day he spoke on various nutrients required by crops for optimum production. He delineated classification of nutrients into macro and micro nutrients and need for balanced application of these. In this connection, he emphasized on application of organics for maintaining the level of each nutrients. He spoke on soil health issue and emphasized that imbalanced and indiscriminate fertilization is deteriorating soil health. On the 3rd day he spoke in detail on role of each in crop production.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Insect pest management in Solanaceous crop in Jute Based Farming System
Start Date: Monday, December 11, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Debshalagram Ausgram 2
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in solanaceous crop through integrates all the management procedures. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide & indigenous technology and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on Organic farming and natural farming in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Thursday, December 7, 2023
End Date: Monday, December 11, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Mandarbati, Bhatar
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Firstly, he made the farmers aware about importance of jute in cropping system and the various improved production practices developed by ICAR-CRIJAF in economising jute cultivation vis-a-vis improvement in production. On the next day he spoke on organic farming and the need for it. In this connection, he emphasized on green manuring with sunnhemp and sesbania for maintaining soil health. Then he, in detail, enumerated production methodologies of various kinds of organic manure like NADEP compost, bio dynamic compost and vermicompost. He also enumerated production of different bio pesticides like trichoderma viridae and other formulation. On the 3rd day h spokee on ZBNF and it's underlying principles. He spoke on the 4 pillars of ZBNF, viz., BEEJAMTRITA, JEEVAMRITA, ACHHADAN and WAFASA. Then I delineated preparation methodologies of various crop protection formulations like neemastra, brambhastra etc.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Improved production technology of potato in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, December 6, 2023
End Date: Friday, December 8, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Khoyerpur, Memari
Description : Training had been conducted at Khoyerpur, Memari. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Cultural and climate requirement of potato • Their nutrient management, water management etc • Harvesting, curing and grading of potato Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 3 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Disease management in Mustard in Integrated Farming System
Start Date: Wednesday, December 6, 2023
End Date: Friday, December 8, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Siddhapur, Paschim Bardhaman.
Description : This training was held off campus including practical session for skill & knowledge development of participants.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Need for soil testing and soi test based fertilizer application vis-à-vis jute-based farming systems
Start Date: Monday, December 4, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Khayerpur, Memari
Description : The physical training programme for 3 day duration was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai which was participated by total 30 farmers and farm women from the locality. Dr. D. Ghorai, at length then, trained the farmers on various parameters of soil and need for soil testing. He spoke in detail about the various nutrients in soil and their function in crops with special emphasis on secondary and micronutrients and the need for applying fertilizers on soil test basis. Dr. Ghorai gave hand on training on soil sampling and soil preparation for soil testing and how to test soil in laboratory.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Observance of World Soil Day
Start Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Event Category : World Soil Day
Venue : Khayerpur, Memari
Description : World Soil Day 2023 was observed by KVK Burdwan on 05.12.23 to create mass awareness on importance of soil health management for maintaining food security. Total of 45 participants participated in the training where Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman, Sr. Scientist and Head welcomed all the participants and informed them about the necessity of the observance of the day. He informed the participants about the means of resisting development of soil salinity. Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS and convener of the event spoke on detail about soil health management and soil testing for maintaining productivity of crops. He also stressed on production and application of organic manure to upkeep soil health and boost soil productivity.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on vermicompost production at farmers level
Start Date: Monday, October 30, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Khayerpur, Memari
Description : Firstly, he made the farmers aware about importance of jute in cropping system and the various improved production practices developed by ICAR-CRIJAF in economising jute cultivation vis-a-vis improvement in production. On the next day he spoke on various composting techniques and role of organic matter in upkeeping soil health. He spoke on how indiscriminate and unbridled application of fertilizers is deteriorating soil health and the role of organic manure therein. On the 3rd day he spoke in detail on methodology of production of vermicompost.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on vermicompost production at farmers level
Start Date: Wednesday, October 25, 2023
End Date: Friday, October 27, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Raina
Description : Firstly, he made the farmers aware about importance of jute in cropping system and the various improved production practices developed by ICAR-CRIJAF in economising jute cultivation vis-a-vis improvement in production. On the next day he spoke on various composting techniques and role of organic matter in upkeeping soil health. He spoke on how indiscriminate and unbridled application of fertilizers is deteriorating soil health and the role of organic manure therein. On the 3rd day he spoke in detail on methodology of production of vermicompost.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Role of micro and macro nutrients in soil and crop health in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Monday, October 16, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Khayerpur, Memari
Description : Firstly, he made the farmers aware about importance of jute in cropping system and the various improved production practices developed by ICAR-CRIJAF in economising jute cultivation vis-a-vis improvement in production. On the next day he spoke on various nutrients required by crops for optimum production. He delineated classification of nutrients into macro and micro nutrients and need for balanced application of these. In this connection, he emphasized on application of organics for maintaining the level of each nutrients. He spoke on soil health issue and emphasized that imbalanced and indiscriminate fertilization is deteriorating soil health. On the 3rd day he spoke in detail on role of each in crop production.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Farmers and Farm Women Training on Integrated pest management in Aman paddy in Integrated farming system
Start Date: Monday, October 16, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in aman paddy through integrates all the management procedures. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide & indigenous technology and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on Role of nutrient vis-à-vis crop production in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023
End Date: Friday, October 13, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Raina
Description : Firstly, he made the farmers aware about importance of jute in cropping system and the various improved production practices developed by ICAR-CRIJAF in economising jute cultivation vis-a-vis improvement in production. On the next day he spoke on various nutrients required by crops for optimum production. He delineated classification of nutrients into macro and micro nutrients and need for balanced application of these. In this connection, he emphasized on application of organics for maintaining the level of each nutrients. On the 3rd day he spoke in detail on role of each in crop production
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Farmers and Farm Women Training on Integrated pest management in Aman paddy in Integrated farming system
Start Date: Monday, October 9, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Karjana chati , Bhatar
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in aman paddy through integrates all the management procedures. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide & indigenous technology and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on making of jute handicrafts
Start Date: Monday, September 18, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Event Category : Vocational Training for Youth (More Than 4 Days)
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Mrs Rupa Majumder was the resource person in training. She trained the participants on making of different jute handicrafts, ornaments, various kinds of bags and other home decoratives.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Role of ICT in Modern Agriculture
Start Date: Monday, October 9, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK, Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) • Areas of IT convergence • Impact of ICT on Agriculture and Information Technology • Understanding Modern Technology Used in Agriculture • Empowering Smallholder Agriculture • ICT initiatives for agricultural development in India • Some programmes of ICT in agricultural belt Total 30 no of farm women were participated for this 3 days
Contact Person Details
Sk Golam Rasul
Technical Officer
skgolamrasul@gmail.com
9474883789

Training on organic farming and zero budget natural farming
Start Date: Friday, October 6, 2023
End Date: Monday, October 9, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Gotan, Raina
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Firstly, he made the farmers aware about importance of jute in cropping system and the various improved production practices developed by ICAR-CRIJAF in economising jute cultivation vis-a-vis improvement in production. On the next day he spoke on organic farming and the need for it. In this connection, he emphasized on green manuring with sunnhemp and sesbania for maintaining soil health. Then he, in detail, enumerated production methodologies of various kinds of organic manure like NADEP compost, bio dynamic compost and vermicompost. He also enumerated production of different bio pesticides like trichoderma viridae and other formulation. On the 3rd day h spokee on ZBNF and it's underlying principles. He spoke on the 4 pillars of ZBNF, viz., BEEJAMTRITA, JEEVAMRITA, ACHHADAN and WAFASA. Then I delineated preparation methodologies of various crop protection formulations like neemastra, brambhastra etc.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Bio-pesticides and its role in organic farming and zero budget natural farming in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, October 4, 2023
End Date: Friday, October 6, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK, Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Concept of ZBNF • Benefits of bio-pesticides and its role in zero budget natural farming • Different types of bio- products that can be used as pesticides in zero budget natural farming • Preparation of different organic pesticides • Their application methods Total 30 no of farm women were participated for this 3 days
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Disease management in Brinjal
Start Date: Tuesday, October 3, 2023
End Date: Thursday, October 5, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Khamargram, Galsi-1
Description : Training on Disease management in Brinjal
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on organic farming and zero budget natural farming
Start Date: Tuesday, October 3, 2023
End Date: Thursday, October 5, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Monteswar
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Firstly, he made the farmers aware about importance of jute in cropping system and the various improved production practices developed by ICAR-CRIJAF in economising jute cultivation vis-a-vis improvement in production. On the next day he spoke on organic farming and the need for it. In this connection, he emphasized on green manuring with sunnhemp and sesbania for maintaining soil health. Then he, in detail, enumerated production methodologies of various kinds of organic manure like NADEP compost, bio dynamic compost and vermicompost. He also enumerated production of different bio pesticides like trichoderma viridae and other formulation. On the 3rd day h spokee on ZBNF and it's underlying principles. He spoke on the 4 pillars of ZBNF, viz., BEEJAMTRITA, JEEVAMRITA, ACHHADAN and WAFASA. Then I delineated preparation methodologies of various crop protection formulations like neemastra, brambhastra etc.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Improved production technology of millet in jute-millet cropping system
Start Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023
End Date: Friday, September 29, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Basatpur, Kalna II
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He discussed improved jute production practices. Although jute is a prominent crop of the region, farmers often incur higher cost of production thereby making jute cultivation less profitable. He, in detail, discussed the various improved methodologies developed by ICAR-CRIJAF, in this aspect, including sowing, seed treatment, weeding, manuring, water management, plant protection measures and finally post harvest management, especially, retting with CRIJAF SONA to get better quality fibre which would fetch higher price. On the second day, He recapitulated what he discussed in the first day briefly. Then, he briefly explained how climate change is altering hydrological cycle and the need for cultivation of less water requiring crops like millets. He made the participants aware about various kinds of millets like sorghum, pearl millet, finger millet and other minor millets. He discussed production practices of various millets.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Plant propagation techniques of sub-tropical fruit crops
Start Date: Monday, September 25, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Vegetative propagation and its advantages • Different types of Plant propagation techniques like cutting, grafting air layering etc. • Timing of operation and selection of mother plants • Maintenance of mother plants • Tools use for propagation. • Maintenance of young grafted plants Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 3 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on ‘Integrated Disease Management (IDM) in Rice in Integrated Farming System’
Start Date: Monday, September 25, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman.
Description : This training was held on campus including practical exposure to a Rice field
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Field Day on Tissue cultured banana cultivation
Start Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Bagnapara, Kalna-1
Description : Total 12 no of farmers were gathered at the demonstration field of a KVK farmer at Bagnapara, Kalna I. Interaction was done about the pros and cons of the technology.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on ‘Seed treatment in Rice’
Start Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023
End Date: Friday, September 22, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Lohaguri, Paschim Bardhaman.
Description : This training was held off campus including practical session for making awareness on seed treatment.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Improved production technology of millet in jute-millet cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023
End Date: Friday, September 22, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Mirpur, Kalna II
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He discussed improved jute production practices. Although jute is a prominent crop of the region, farmers often incur higher cost of production thereby making jute cultivation less profitable. He, in detail, discussed the various improved methodologies developed by ICAR-CRIJAF, in this aspect, including sowing, seed treatment, weeding, manuring, water management, plant protection measures and finally post harvest management, especially, retting with CRIJAF SONA to get better quality fibre which would fetch higher price. On the second day, He recapitulated what he discussed in the first day briefly. Then, he briefly explained how climate change is altering hydrological cycle and the need for cultivation of less water requiring crops like millets. He made the participants aware about various kinds of millets like sorghum, pearl millet, finger millet and other minor millets. He discussed production practices of various millets.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Micro irrigation technology in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Monday, September 18, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK, Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Concept of different micro irrigation systems • Advantage and disadvantage • Different parts of micro-irrigation • Operation of the system • Fertigation Total 30 no of farm women were participated for this 3 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Rice cultivation through SRI in Jute-Rice cropping system
Start Date: Friday, September 15, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Nagargachi, Kalna I
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). On the first day, after pre training evaluation of the participants he went through principles and practices of rice production in general and tried to put accross participants the need for augmenting rice productivity to maintain future food security of our nation. In the same connection he briefed them about various improved methodologies of rice production like DSR, zero tillage, green manuring with crops like sunnhemp, sesbania, brown manuring and finally SRI. Then, he discussed SRI method of crop production and the need to promote such water saving techniques in view of climate change triggered future water scarcity. In this connection, he also briefed about how green house gasses are being loaded into our atmospheric system leading to climate shift which is triggering change in hydrological cycle and lowering of ground water table.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Method demonstration on CRIJAF jute seed drill
Start Date: Wednesday, August 2, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Mirpur, Kalna II
Description : Dr. Ghorai conducted the method demonstration on application of CRIJAF SONA in improved jute retting. He enumerated the benefits accrued from application of CRIJAF SONA and distributed packets of the consortium to farmers
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

PM Kisan Sammelan
Start Date: Thursday, July 27, 2023
End Date: Thursday, July 27, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan and Kalna-I block
Description : Release of 14th Kisan Samman Nidhi Installment was webcasted to farmers community on 27th July, 2023. 123 no farmers and 4 public representative and KVK officials were present on this event.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

ICAR foundation Day and Technology Day Celebration
Start Date: Sunday, July 16, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan and Kalna-I Block
Description : Celebration of ICAR foundation Day and Technology Day was organized by KVK Burdwan at its premises and Adopted villages. More than 150 farmers and farm women along with 3 public representative and KVK officials were also present to celebrate this event. New technology was showcased to farmer communities.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Training on improved methodology of jute cultivation
Start Date: Monday, June 26, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, June 28, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Kharinan, Kalna I
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Dr. Ghorai spoke with audio-visual aid on various improved methodologies of jute cultivation and the improved technologies developed by ICAR-CRIJAF to make jute cultivation remunerative
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on making of jute handicrafts
Start Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Event Category : Vocational Training for Youth (More Than 4 Days)
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Shri Uttam Nayak was the resource person in training . He trained the participants on making of different jute handicrafts.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on role of macro and micronutrients in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Friday, June 23, 2023
End Date: Monday, June 26, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Deara, Kalna I
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Dr. Ghorai spoke on importance of jute based cropping system and role of macro and micro nutrients therein. The training manual of role of nutrients were distributed.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on role of macro and micronutrients in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Tuesday, June 20, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 22, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Hatbele, Kalna I
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Dr. Ghorai spoke on importance of jute based cropping system and role of macro and micro nutrients therein. The training manual of role of nutrients were distributed.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Bio-pesticides and its role in zero budget natural farming in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Monday, June 19, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Sukantapally, Jamuria
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Concept of ZBNF • Benefits of bio-pesticides and its role in zero budget natural farming • Different types of bio- products that can be used as pesticides in zero budget natural farming • Preparation of different organic pesticides Their application methods Total 30 no of farm women were participated for this 2 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on composting and different types of compost preparation
Start Date: Tuesday, June 13, 2023
End Date: Thursday, June 15, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Baghnapara, Kalna I
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Dr. Ghorai spoke on importance of compost and different types of compost preparation. He then in detail spoke on vermicomposting
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Sustainable crop production through conservation agriculture in jute based cropping system (EF)
Start Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023
End Date: Saturday, June 10, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Kankuria, Kalna II
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He explained the principles of conservation agriculture and urged upon the farmers to adopt the practices in fields to augment productivity of crops
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Improved production technology of kharif onion in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023
End Date: Friday, June 9, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Mahachanda, Bhatar
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Varieties • Nursery management • Sowing time • Land Preparation • Spacing • Nutrient management • Irrigation • Intercultural operation and weed control • Harvesting the crop • Post harvest handling • Management of major pest and diseases Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 2 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Role of plant nutrients and deficiency symptoms in horticultural crops
Start Date: Tuesday, June 6, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Lohagiri, Kanksa
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK, Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Introduction of plant nutrients • Classification of nutrients for plant growth • Different source of plant nutrients • Role of nutrients in different stages of plant growth • Importance of judicial application of nutrients • Deficiency symptoms of nutrients • Identification of deficiency symptoms Remedial measures of nutrient deficiency Total 30 no of farm women were participated for this 2 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on improved methodology of jute cultivation
Start Date: Monday, June 5, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Baghnapara, Kalna I
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Dr. Ghorai spoke with audio-visual aid on various improved methodologies of jute cultivation and the improved technologies developed by ICAR-CRIJAF to make jute cultivation remunerative
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Sustainable crop production through conservation agriculture in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Thursday, March 23, 2023
End Date: Saturday, March 25, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Kankuria, Kalna I
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He explained the principles of conservation agriculture and urged upon the farmers to adopt the practices in fields to augment productivity of crops
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Preparation of Jute Handicrafts
Start Date: Saturday, March 18, 2023
End Date: Friday, March 24, 2023

Event Category : Vocational Training for Youth (More Than 4 Days)
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK, Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. Making of various jute handicrafts like bags, folders, Pen stand, mats, decorative items etc Capacity building for marketing Total 20 no of farm women were participated for this 7 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Role of plant nutrients and deficiency symptoms in horticultural crops
Start Date: Wednesday, March 22, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 23, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Classification of nutrients • Their specific role in different stages of plant growth • Deficiency symptoms • And their remedies Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 2 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on ‘Bee-keeping for better pollination and alternative livelihood’.
Start Date: Tuesday, March 21, 2023
End Date: Thursday, March 23, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman.
Description : This training was held on campus including practical exposure to the Bee-keeping unit.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Improved production technology of jute in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, March 22, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Dafarpur, Kalna II
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He explained how jute can be profitably cultivated using improved technologies developed by CRIJAF like line sowing, mechanical weeding and improved retting with CRIJAF SONA
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Introduction of Agromet Advisory Service at block levels and Popularization of Meghdoot application in dissemination of weather forecast
Start Date: Wednesday, March 22, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Dwariapur, Ausgram-I, Purba Bardhaman
Description : An Off-Campus training cum awareness programme on the topic of “Introduction of Agromet Advisory Service at block levels and Popularization of Meghdoot application in dissemination of weather forecast” was organized on 22.03.23 by DAMU Barddhaman of KVK Burdwan in Dwariapur village of Ausgram-1 block. 30 numbers of farmers including farm women and rural youths have attended the programme. As resource person, Dr. Sanu Kumar Saha, SMS (Agrometeorology) from KVK Burdwan informed the Farmers about the Agromet advisory bulletins which is being issued on every Tuesday and Friday from KVK Burdwan using the 5 day advance medium range weather forecasting and distributed through multi-level communication channels including social media platforms like Facebook, Whatsapp, Various websites, through Emails etc. He also elaborately explained the utility, mechanism (how farmers read the weather forecast and access the forecast based crop advisory for their district) and also the registration process.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sanu Kumar Saha
SMS (Agromet)
sahasanu49@gmail.com
8240413085

Training on ‘Improved Production Technology of Oyster mushroom’.
Start Date: Saturday, March 18, 2023
End Date: Monday, March 20, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman.
Description : This training was held on campus including practical session for making mushroom bed by each trainee.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Improved production technology of jute in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Monday, March 20, 2023
End Date: Monday, March 20, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Baghnapara, Kalna I
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He explained how jute can be profitably cultivated using improved technologies developed by CRIJAF like line sowing, mechanical weeding and improved retting with CRIJAF SONA
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Rice cultivation through SRI in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Saturday, March 18, 2023
End Date: Saturday, March 18, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Kankuria, Kalna I
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He explained the principles of SRI and the need for following principles like early transplanting, more distance between plants and alternate wetting and drying
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Integrated pest management in oil seed crop in jute based farming system
Start Date: Monday, January 23, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Galsi, Galsi ll
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in oil seed crop through integrates all the management procedures. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide & indigenous technology and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on Integrated pest management in cucurbitaceous crop in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, January 18, 2023
End Date: Friday, January 20, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in cucurbitaceous crop through integrates all the management procedures. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide & indigenous technology and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on Seed production of Vegetable crops in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Tuesday, January 17, 2023
End Date: Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Kurumba, Ausgram I
Description : Training had been conducted at Kurumba, Ausgram I. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Concept of isolation distance and rouging. • Stages of crops for field inspection • Harvesting index and seed harvesting • Extraction and post harvest management of seeds Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 2 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Integrated pest management in solanaceous crop in jute based farming system
Start Date: Monday, January 16, 2023
End Date: Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in solanaceous crop through integrates all the management procedures. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide & indigenous technology and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on Integrated pest management in solanaceous crop in jute based farming system
Start Date: Thursday, January 12, 2023
End Date: Friday, January 13, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Berenda , Ausgram 1
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in solanaceous crop through integrates all the management procedures. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide & indigenous technology and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on Improved production technology of potato in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, January 11, 2023
End Date: Thursday, January 12, 2023

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK, Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Cultural and climate requirement of potato • Their nutrient management, water management etc • Harvesting, curing and grading of potato Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 2 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Nursery management of vegetable crops in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Thursday, December 29, 2022
End Date: Friday, December 30, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Planning of nursery • Selection of site • Seedbed preparation, seed treatment and sowing Maintenance of seedlings Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 2 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Integrated pest management in Boro Paddy in Integrated farming system
Start Date: Thursday, December 29, 2022
End Date: Friday, December 30, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Chichuriya , Jamuria 1
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in Boro Paddy through integrates all the management procedures. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide & indigenous technology and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on Cultivation techniques of solanaceous vegetables in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Tuesday, December 27, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, December 28, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Chinchura, Jamuria
Description : Training had been conducted at Chinchura, Jamuria. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Cultural and climate requirement of solanaceous crops • Their nutrient management, water management etc • Special cultural management and harvest maturity
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Integrated pest management in Boro Paddy in Integrated farming system
Start Date: Tuesday, December 27, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, December 28, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Bud Bud KVK
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in Boro Paddy through integrates all the management procedures. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide & indigenous technology and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Disease management in Brinjal in Jute Based Farming System
Start Date: Thursday, November 24, 2022
End Date: Friday, November 25, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Galigram, Purba Bardhaman
Description : This training was held off campus including practical session on Brinjal field
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Seed treatment in Rice in Integrated Farming System
Start Date: Monday, November 21, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, November 22, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Galigram, Purba Bardhaman
Description : This training was held off campus including practical session on seed treatment method
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Integrated Disease Management (IDM) in Rice in Jute Based Farming System
Start Date: Thursday, November 17, 2022
End Date: Friday, November 18, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman
Description : This training was held on campus including practical exposure to the rice field
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Integrated Disease Management (IDM) in Rice in Jute Based Farming System
Start Date: Monday, November 14, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, November 15, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman.
Description : This training was held on campus including practical exposure to the rice field.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Jal Shakti Abhiyan
Start Date: Tuesday, November 15, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, November 15, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Dwariapur, Ausgram
Description : To make farmers and farm women aware about importance of water conservation. One Kisan Mela was organized on this occasion
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Integrated Disease Management (IDM) in Rice in Jute Based Farming System
Start Date: Thursday, November 10, 2022
End Date: Friday, November 11, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman
Description : This training was held on campus including practical exposure to the rice field.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Improved production technology of kharif onion in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Friday, November 11, 2022
End Date: Friday, November 11, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Berenda, Ausgram
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Cultural requirements • Varieties • Nursery management • Sowing time • Land Preparation • Spacing • Nutrient management • Irrigation • Intercultural operation and weed control • Harvesting the crop • Post-harvest handling • Management of major pest and diseases Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 2 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Sustainable crop production through conservation agriculture in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, November 9, 2022
End Date: Thursday, November 10, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Golahat, Purbasthali II
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He explained the principles of conservation agriculture and urged upon the farmers to adopt the practices in fields to augment productivity of crops
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Farmers and Farm Women Training on Integrated pest management in Aman Paddy in Jute –Rice cropping system
Start Date: Thursday, November 3, 2022
End Date: Friday, November 4, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in Aman Paddy through integrates all the management procedures. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide & indigenous technology and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training cum awareness camp and method demonstration on improved retting methodology of jute
Start Date: Friday, November 4, 2022
End Date: Friday, November 4, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Balidanga, Mangalkot
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He explained the principles of jute retting and urged upon the farmers to adopt the practices in fields to augment productivity and profitability of jute
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Plant propagation techniques of sub-tropical fruit crops in IFS
Start Date: Thursday, November 3, 2022
End Date: Friday, November 4, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Vegetative propagation and its advantages • Different types of Plant propagation techniques like cutting, grafting air layering etc. • Timing of operation and selection of mother plants • Maintenance of mother plants Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 2 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Seed production of crops in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, November 2, 2022
End Date: Thursday, November 3, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Mirjapur, Kalna I
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He explained the principles of seed production and urged upon the farmers to adopt the practices in fields to augment productivity of paddy
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Field Day on tissue culture banana
Start Date: Wednesday, November 2, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Gram Kalna, Kalna I
Description : Demonstration unit of tissue culture banana cultivation was visited by farmers of nearby areas. They were informed about the advantages of TCB and its profitability.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Integrated pest management in Aman Paddy in Jute –Rice cropping system
Start Date: Friday, October 28, 2022
End Date: Monday, October 31, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Mahata (Bhatar block, Purba Bardhaman)
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in Aman Paddy through integrates all the management procedures. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide & indigenous technology and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on Jute based integrated farming system – Towards production, income and environment sustainability
Start Date: Wednesday, October 26, 2022
End Date: Monday, October 31, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He first explained in details about improved production technology of jute. Then he discussed about jute based integrated farming system for income, production and environmental sustainability.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Improved cultivation techniques of tissue culture banana in IFS
Start Date: Friday, October 28, 2022
End Date: Monday, October 31, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Mahata, Bhatar
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Cultural requirements • Nursery management • Sowing time • Land Preparation • Spacing • Intercropping • Nutrient management • Irrigation • Interculture and weed control • Harvesting the crop • Post harvest handling Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 2 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Rice cultivation through SRI in jute-rice cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, October 19, 2022
End Date: Friday, October 21, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). He explained the principles of System of rice intensification and urged upon the farmers to adopt the principles in fields to augment productivity of paddy
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Micro irrigation technology in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Wednesday, October 19, 2022
End Date: Thursday, October 20, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training had been conducted at KVK Burdwan. During the training the following topics were covered with practical orientation. • Concept of different micro irrigation systems • Advantage and disadvantage • Different parts of micro-irrigation • Operation of the system Fertigation Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 2 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Farmers Visit to KVK
Start Date: Wednesday, October 19, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Farmers and farmwomen visited different demonstration units like dragon fruit cultivation, fruit nursery, seed production units, IFS etc. Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this visit.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

PM Kishan Samman Sammelan
Start Date: Monday, October 17, 2022
End Date: Monday, October 17, 2022

Event Category : Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
Venue : KVK Burdwan, Gopalpur Colony, Ausgram and Kalna
Description : KVK Burdwan under ICAR-Central Research Institute for Jute and Allied Fibres organized the programme at Bud Bud for the district of Purba and Paschim Bardhaman. Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Bardhaman-Durgapur constituency SHREE SURINDERJEET SINGH ALHUWALIA JI graced the occasion as CHIEF GUEST. For reaching out to farmers and all stakeholders in a comprehensive manner, KVK Burdwan simultaneously organized the webcasting at 5 different place, viz., KVK bud Bud and four other villages, namely, Golahat in Purbasthali, Mirjapur in Kalna and Gopalpur colony in Ausgram. About 204 farmers, 68 FPO members along with 31 other officials from KVK, line department, CSRSJAF, Kisan Morcha were present during the occasion. Respected Dr. Gouranga Kar, Director, ICAR- CRIJAF thoroughly guided in conduction of the programme. Dr. M. S. Behera, Pr. Scientist and Nodal Officer and Dr. C. Chattapadhyay, Pr. Scientist and Incharge, CSRSJAF and Nodal Officer for KVK coordinated and monitored the programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Poshan Mah Abhiyan and Tree Plantation
Start Date: Saturday, September 17, 2022
End Date: Saturday, September 17, 2022

Event Category : Poshan Vatika Maha Abhiyan & Tree Plantation 2021
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Programme was organized in collaboration with IFFCO. Farmers were acquainted about the different types of nutria cereals and vegetables, their role in daily diet ets. Vegetable seed packets were distributed to the farmers. Plantation programme was also organized and fruit saplings were distributed to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

National Campaign on Poshan Abhiyan and Tree Plantation
Start Date: Saturday, September 17, 2022
End Date: Saturday, September 17, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Programme was organized in collaboration with IFFCO. Farmers were acquainted about the different types of nutria cereals and vegetables, their role in daily diet ets. Vegetable seed packets were distributed to the farmers. Plantation programme was also organized and fruit saplings were distributed to the farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Distribution of inputs under FLD on Tissue cultured banana cultivation in jute based IFS
Start Date: Friday, July 29, 2022
End Date: Friday, July 29, 2022

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Tissue cultured banana plantlets were distributed to the farmers. Their cultivation practices were also discussed.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Role of plant nutrients and deficiency symptoms in horticultural crops
Start Date: Tuesday, July 19, 2022
End Date: Thursday, July 21, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Goligram, Galsi-I
Description : Training had been conducted at Goligram, Galsi I, on Role of plant nutrients and deficiency symptoms in horticultural crops covering the following topics • Classification of nutrients • Their specific role in different stages of plant growth • Deficiency symptoms And their remedies Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 3 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Bio pesticides and its role in zero budget natural farming in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Thursday, July 14, 2022
End Date: Saturday, July 16, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Mankar, Galsi-I
Description : Training had been conducted at Mankar, Galsi I, on Bio pesticides and its role in zero budget natural farming in jute based cropping system covering the following topics • Benefits of bio-pesticides and its role in zero budget natural farming • Different types of bio- products that can be used as pesticides in zero budget natural farming • Preparation of different organic pesticides & their application methods Total 30 no of farmers and farm women were participated for this 3 days long training programme
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Method demonstration on CRIJAF jute seed drill
Start Date: Friday, July 15, 2022
End Date: Friday, July 15, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Mirjapur, Kalna I
Description : Dr. Ghorai conducted the method demonstration on application of CRIJAF SONA in improved jute retting. He enumerated the benefits accrued from application of CRIJAF SONA and distributed packets of the consortium to farmers
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Organic farming and zero budget natural farming in jute-based cropping system
Start Date: Monday, July 11, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Experts Dr. Jagatpati Tah, Former Head, Dept. of Boatny, University of BUrdan and Shri Samir Karfa were resource persons in the training besides Dr. Ghorai. The farmers and farm women were made acquainted with the techniques of ZBNF and organic farming and were given hand on training on preparation of various formulations required for ZBNF
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Webinar on Potential indigenous and exotic fruits on the occasion to commemorate the 75th year of independence
Start Date: Wednesday, July 6, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, July 6, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Online mode at KVK Burdwan
Description : Farmers were acquainted about the different types of indigenous and exotic fruits, their use, and economic values ets. Emphasis was given on cultivation aspects of dragon fruits, tissue cultured banana. Field visit was also conducted.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Field day on jute
Start Date: Tuesday, June 28, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, June 28, 2022

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Mirjapur, Kalna I and Kuricha, Purbasthali II
Description : Dr. Dipankar Ghorai conducted the field day on frontline demonstration of jute in the blocks of Kalna and Purbasthali. Improved cultivar of CO 58 was given to them and the performance of the crop is very good.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Distribution of Maize, Ricebean and Sorghum fodder seeds to the farmers and farm women for demonstration programme.
Start Date: Wednesday, June 8, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, June 8, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Budbud
Description : Distribution of Maize, Ricebean and Sorghum fodder seeds to the farmers and farm women for demonstration programme. Maize (Var. J-1006) – 30 kits (05 Kg each) Ricebean (Var. Bidhan-2) – 20 kits (05 Kg each) and Sorghum (Var. PC-23) – 10 kits (05 Kg each) A short discussion was made with the farmers and farm women on cultivation practices of these fodder crops and proper time of harvest of green fodders.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Kisan Mela (Garib Kalyan Sammelan)
Start Date: Tuesday, May 31, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Event Category : Kisan Mela
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Farmers' Fair (Garib Kalyan Sammelan) was organized by BURDWAN KVK on 31.05.2022. Total 820 nos. of farmers and farm women participated in this event. Mr. S. S. Aluhwaliya, Hon'ble MP, Bardhaman-Durgapur was Chief guest.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi 11th Installment Release Webcast
Start Date: Tuesday, May 31, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Event Category : Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Farmers' Fair (Garib Kalyan Sammelan) in connection of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi 11th Installment Releasewas organized by BURDWAN KVK on 31.05.2022. Total 820 nos. of farmers and farm women participated in this event. Mr. S. S. Aluhwaliya, Hon'ble MP, Bardhaman-Durgapur was Chief guest.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Kisan Mela on Kisan Bhagidari, Prathmikta Hamari
Start Date: Tuesday, April 26, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Event Category : Kisan Bhagidari Prathmikta Hamari 2022
Venue : KVK
Description : On the occasion of Bharat Ki Amrut Mahotsav, one farmers fair was organised by KVK Burdwan on 26.04.2022 at KVK Burdwan. The programme was participated by about 210 farmers and farm women of Purba nad Paschim Bardhaman. The activities conducted during the mela were, • Krishi Mela • Exhibition • Webinar • Training • Field visit On this occasion farmers were trained on zero budget natural farming and its principles and practices. Farmers were sensitized on ill effects of chemicals and fertilizers and the need for reverting to natural farming mode to preserve our precious soil and water resources. On this occasion the farmers were trained on importance of rearing of indigenous animals needed for natural farming. They were sensitized on use of botanicals to control pest and diseases. Next field visit on ZBNF on paddy was organized to sensitize the farmers on the practice of ZBNF. They were given hand on training on preparation of organic formulations like Jevamrita, Beeejamrita, etc.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Method demonstration on CRIJAF jute seed drill
Start Date: Sunday, April 10, 2022
End Date: Sunday, April 10, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Balidanga, Mangalkot
Description : Dr. Ghorai conducted the method demonstration on CRIJAF single wheel weeder to make farmers aware about the profitability of the technology
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Method demonstration on CRIJAF jute seed drill
Start Date: Friday, April 8, 2022
End Date: Friday, April 8, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Balidanga, Mangalkot
Description : Dr. Ghorai conducted the method demonstration on CRIJAF multi row seed drill to make farmers aware about the profitability of the technology
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

District level seminar on Zero Budget Natura Farming for Progressive farmers and farm women
Start Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Dr. Ghorai, Organizing Secretary welcomed the participants to the seminar and briefed about the objective of the programme. While welcoming he opined that in the wake of chemically mediated agriculture multifarious problems are emanating which may jeopardize sustainable crop production in future. Crop yields are declining, nutrient deficiencies are emerging and soil is fast losing its health, input cost is rising, crop failure occurs now and then leading to farmers suicide and as such we are bound to find out alternatives which besides maintaining sustainable production would be remunerative and would tax farmers pockets less. ZBNF can be one such alternative which we will deliberate upon in this day long seminar. Dr. Rahman, Convenor of the programme reiterated the need for ZBNF for maintaining supply of quality non-poisonous foods and to maintain soil for sustainable production. He emphasized on community approach of the technology for realizing true potential of the technology.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

District level seminar on Zero Budget Natura Farming for extension officials
Start Date: Monday, March 21, 2022
End Date: Monday, March 21, 2022

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Dr. Ghorai, Organizing Secretary welcomed the participants to the seminar and briefed about the objective of the programme. While welcoming he opined that in the wake of chemically mediated agriculture multifarious problems are emanating which may jeopardize sustainable crop production in future. Crop yields are declining, nutrient deficiencies are emerging and soil is fast losing its health, input cost is rising, crop failure occurs now and then leading to farmers suicide and as such we are bound to find out alternatives which besides maintaining sustainable production would be remunerative and would tax farmers pockets less. ZBNF can be one such alternative which we will deliberate upon in this day long seminar. Dr. Rahman, Convenor of the programme reiterated the need for ZBNF for maintaining supply of quality non-poisonous foods and to maintain soil for sustainable production. He emphasized on community approach of the technology for realizing true potential of the technology.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Beekeeping for better pollination and alternative livelihood in Integrated farming system.
Start Date: Thursday, March 17, 2022
End Date: Saturday, March 19, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman.
Description : This training was conducted in maintaining COVID protocol.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on improved methodology of jute cultivation
Start Date: Monday, March 14, 2022
End Date: Thursday, March 17, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Sukantapally, Ausgram II
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Dr. Ghorai spoke with audio-visual aid on various improved methodologies of jute cultivation and the improved technologies developed by ICAR-CRIJAF to make jute cultivation remunerative
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on preparation of jute handicrafts
Start Date: Thursday, March 10, 2022
End Date: Thursday, March 17, 2022

Event Category : Vocational Training for Youth (More Than 4 Days)
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Hand on training had been conducted for the preparation of different jute fibre based handicraft items like bag, pen stand table mat etc. Farm women from nearby villages were participated for this 7 days long training programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Improved production technology of Oyster mushroom in Integrated farming system.
Start Date: Monday, March 14, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, March 16, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman.
Description : This skill development training was held on campus maintaining social distance and COVID protocol.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Farmers and Farm Women Training on insect pest management in solanaceous crop
Start Date: Thursday, March 10, 2022
End Date: Monday, March 14, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Itadanga (Kanksa block, Paschim Bardhaman)
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in solanaceous crop through integrates all the management procedures. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on need for composting and different types of compost preparation
Start Date: Thursday, March 10, 2022
End Date: Saturday, March 12, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Dr. Ghorai spoke with audio-visual aid on various methodologies of compost preparation and need for composting to maintain soil health for sustainable crop production
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Field day on Integrated pest management on Leucinodes orbonalis on brinjal at Itadanga (Kanksa block , west Burdwan)
Start Date: Thursday, March 10, 2022
End Date: Thursday, March 10, 2022

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Itadanga (Kanksa block, Paschim Bardhaman)
Description : The field day was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in brinjal through pheromone trap and neem oil. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Field Day under FLD on Improved production technology of Oyster mushroom.
Start Date: Wednesday, March 9, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, March 9, 2022

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Dwariapur, Purba Bardhaman.
Description : This awarness programme in field day will encourage other farmers and farm women for mushroom cultivation.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Distribution of inputs under Demonstration (ATMA Purba Bardhaman): Demonstration on Turmeric cultivation
Start Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Turmeric seed rhizomes were distributed to the farmers. Their cultivation practices were also discussed.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Distribution of inputs under Demonstration (ATMA Purba Bardhaman): Demonstration on poly mulch in vegetable cultivation
Start Date: Monday, March 7, 2022
End Date: Monday, March 7, 2022

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Rolls of plastic mulch film were distributed to the farmers. Their use, benefits and how to make layout in the field were also discussed. Ten farmers were participated in this event.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Field Visit
Start Date: Tuesday, February 22, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, February 22, 2022

Event Category : Scientist visit to Farmers field
Venue : Jhurjuti village, Galsi II
Description : Data and feedback of OFT was collected. Trial plots were visited and different field level problems of farmers were tried to mitigate.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Distribution of inputs under Demonstration (ATMA Paschim Bardhaman): Demonstration on ICAR-CRIJAF Cycle Weeder in Vegetables
Start Date: Tuesday, February 22, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, February 22, 2022

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : ICAR-CRIJAF Cycle Weeders were distributed to the farmers. Their application methods and benefits of application were also discussed
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Commemoration of 75th Year of Independence
Start Date: Saturday, February 5, 2022
End Date: Saturday, February 5, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Webinar was conducted online
Description : Commemorating the 75th year of independence, one online awareness campaign was organized on 05.02.2022. Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (Agril.), KVK Burdwan conducted the proceedings. Shri Samir Karfa, Asst. Director of Agriculture (admin.), Burdwan Sadar, Govt. of West Bengal was the lead speaker during the event Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (Agril.) welcomed the 42 nos of participants and briefed about the importance of pulse crops and its role in protein nutrition of farmers and farm families. Mr. Samir Karfa then in details made the participants aware about the production technology of various pulse crops of the districts and the methodologies of their cultivation. He then responded to various queries of the participants on selection of variety, pest control, fertilizer management etc. Dr. Ghorai finally spoke on the zero tillage technology to conserve resources and making the country self-sufficiency in pulse production.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Demonstration on Integrated pest management on Leucinodes orbonalis on brinjal
Start Date: Monday, January 31, 2022
End Date: Monday, January 31, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Majhergram (Ausgram 1, Purba Bardhaman)
Description : The FLD was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in brinjal through pheromone trap and neem oil. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Demonstration on Integrated pest management on Leucinodes orbonalis on brinjal
Start Date: Friday, January 28, 2022
End Date: Friday, January 28, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Itadanga (Kanksa block, Paschim Bardhaman)
Description : The FLD was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in brinjal through pheromone trap and neem oil. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Webinar on Vertical farming on the occasion to commemorate the 75th year of independence
Start Date: Friday, January 21, 2022
End Date: Friday, January 21, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Online
Description : Farmers were acquainted about the requirement of different types of Vertical farming, its benefits and utility, how such type of farming can be efficiently be used for increasing production and income. Emphasis was given on use of micro irrigation in such system not only to induce productivity but also to save water.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Demonstration/distribution of 25 nos.Bee-hives with live bees under ATMA, Purba Bardhaman
Start Date: Tuesday, January 11, 2022
End Date: Tuesday, January 11, 2022

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman.
Description : This distribution was conducted in maintaining COVID protocol.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Distribution of inputs under OFT: Nutrient management practice in marigold
Start Date: Friday, January 7, 2022
End Date: Friday, January 7, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Different inputs for conducting the OFT were distributed to the farmers. Their application methods and time of application were also discussed.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Webinar on High-tech Horticulture for higher productivity and income on the occasion to commemorate the 75th year of independence
Start Date: Thursday, January 6, 2022
End Date: Thursday, January 6, 2022

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Online Mode
Description : Farmers were acquainted about the different types of High-tech Horticulture, their components and use. Emphasis was given on use of micro irrigation, particularly for water saving and sustainable farming
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on preparation of jute handicraft
Start Date: Saturday, January 1, 2022
End Date: Wednesday, January 5, 2022

Event Category : Vocational Training for Youth (More Than 4 Days)
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (agril.). Mrs. Hasanara Chowdhury who have been developed as a master trainer by the KVK acted as resource person. She very efficiently built capacity of the rural women and girls to make various decorative items from jute fibe like bags, showpieces, shoes, etc.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Disease management in Cole crops in Integrated farming system
Start Date: Monday, January 3, 2022
End Date: Monday, January 3, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Jadabganj village, Purba Bardhaman.
Description : This training was conducted in maintaining COVID protocol.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Improved production technology of Oyster mushroom in Jute based farming system.
Start Date: Friday, December 31, 2021
End Date: Saturday, January 1, 2022

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : This skill development training was held on campus maintaining social distance and COVID protocol.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Disease management in Mustard in Integrated Farming System
Start Date: Tuesday, December 28, 2021
End Date: Thursday, December 30, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Jadabganj village, Purba Bardhaman.
Description : This training was conducted in maintaining COVID protocol.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Kisan Diwas
Start Date: Thursday, December 23, 2021
End Date: Thursday, December 23, 2021

Event Category : National Farmer Day (Kisan Diwas)
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Celebration of Kisan Diwas at KVK Burdwan on 23.12.2021
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Farmers Visit to KVK
Start Date: Wednesday, December 22, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, December 22, 2021

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Farmers visited different demonstration units at KVK Farmer-scientist interaction was held regarding the new technologies along with their advantage and difficulties.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Observance of Swachhta Hi Seva on the occasion of SwachhtaPakhwara
Start Date: Tuesday, December 21, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, December 21, 2021

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Palsit, Purba Bardhaman
Description : On the occasion of SwachhtaPakhwarafro 16.12.21 to 30.12.21, KVK Burdwan organized Swachhta Hi Seva in the village of Palsit in one farmers field to make farmers aware about the importance of making and applying vermicompost for keeping soil health intach and achieve production sustainability
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on soil testing and seed production of different field crops in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Friday, December 17, 2021
End Date: Monday, December 20, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK
Description : The physical training programme for 3 day duration was conducted in KVK and was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai which was participated by total 30 farmers and farm women from the locality. Dr. D. Ghorai, at length, trained the farmers on importance of seed production for achieving food security. He explained various protocols necessary for seed production with classification of seed. On 18.12.21, Mr. S. Karfa, ADA (Admin.), Burdwan Sadar trained the participants on seed production protocols of paddy and other crops.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Insect pest management in mustard
Start Date: Thursday, December 16, 2021
End Date: Saturday, December 18, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Mobarakganj, Kanksa, Paschim Bardhaman
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in mustard. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them. He delivered the training with power point presentation for identification about the insect related mustard.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Bee-keeping for better pollination and alternative livelihood in Integrated Farming System.
Start Date: Thursday, December 16, 2021
End Date: Saturday, December 18, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman.
Description : This training was conducted in maintaining COVID protocol.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Field Day on Tomato
Start Date: Thursday, December 16, 2021
End Date: Thursday, December 16, 2021

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Jadabganj, Ausgram-I
Description : Farmers from nearby localities were invited to see the tomato(variety ArkaSamrat) cultivation at progressive farmer’s field. Farmer-scientist interaction was held regarding the new technology along with their advantage and difficulties faced by the progressive farmer.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on soil testing and soil test based fertilizer application in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Tuesday, December 14, 2021
End Date: Thursday, December 16, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK
Description : The physical training programme for 3 day duration was conducted in KVK and was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai which was participated by total 30 farmers and farm women from the locality. On the first day, Dr. SMA Rahman, SSH, KVK welcomed the participants and briefed about need for soil health management for maintaining sustainable production. Dr. D. Ghorai, at length then, trained the farmers on various parameters of soil and need for soil testing. He spoke in detail about the various nutrients in soi and their function in crops with special emphasis on secondary and micronutrients and the need for applying fertilizers on soil test basis. On 15.12.21, Mr. S. Karfa, ADA (Admin.), Burdwan Sadar spoke on soil health management through judicious application of organic manure and fertilizers. On 16.12.21, Dr. Ghorai gave hand on training on soil sampling and soil preparation for soil testing and how to test soil in laboratory.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Field Day on Tissue cultured banana
Start Date: Thursday, December 16, 2021
End Date: Thursday, December 16, 2021

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Jadavgunj, Ausgram-I
Description : Farmers from nearby localities were invited to see the TCB cultivation at progressive farmer’s field. Farmer-scientist interaction was held regarding the new technology along with their advantage and difficulties faced by the progressive farmer.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Cultivation techniques of solanaceous vegetable in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Monday, December 13, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, December 15, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Theory class was taken for farmers regarding cultivation techniques of solanaceous vegetable like tomato, brinjalchillind capsicum. Cultural operation etc was discussed and practical for nursery management was also taken for hand on experience.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Insect pest management in tomato
Start Date: Monday, December 13, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, December 15, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Jadabganj, Ausgram-I
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in tomato. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them. He delivered the training with power point presentation for identification about the insect related with tomato.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Insect pest management in brinjal
Start Date: Wednesday, December 8, 2021
End Date: Friday, December 10, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in brinjal. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them. He delivered the training with power point presentation for identification about the insect related with brinjal.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on making of diversified jute handicrafts
Start Date: Wednesday, December 8, 2021
End Date: Friday, December 10, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman.
Description : This skill development training was held on campus maintaining social distance and COVID protocol.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Kisan Gosthi
Start Date: Monday, December 6, 2021
End Date: Monday, December 6, 2021

Event Category : Kisan Goshthi
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The physical training programme on 06.12.21 was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai which was participated by total 40 youths and farmers from the locality. Total of 40 Soil health cards were distributed in the programme. Dr. Ghorai spoke in detail the need for soil testing and soil test based fertilizer application with emphasis on organic manure application for upkeeping soil health and maintain crop productivity.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Observance of World Soil Day
Start Date: Sunday, December 5, 2021
End Date: Sunday, December 5, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Webinar was conducted online
Description : World Soil Day 2021 was observed by KVK Burdwan through conduction of one webinar on 05.12.21 and one physical training on 06.12.21 to create mass awareness on importance of soil health management for maintaining food security. Total of 44 participants participated in the webinar where Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman, Sr. Scientist and Head welcomed all the participants and informed them about the necessity of the observance of the day. He informed the participants about this year’s theme of “Halt soil salinization, boost soil productivity” and the means of resisting development of soil salinity. Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS and convener of the event spoke on detail about soil health management and soil testing for maintaining productivity of crops. He also stressed on production and application of organic manure to upkeep soil health and boost soil productivity. Dr. Sanu Kumar Saha, SMS (AgroMet) spoke on need of austere soil management to mitigate the ill effects of emission of GHGs.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Demonstration/distribution of Mushroom spawn under ATMA, Purba Bardhaman
Start Date: Saturday, November 20, 2021
End Date: Saturday, November 20, 2021

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Budbud, Purba Bardhaman.
Description : The beneficiaries were called to receive these inputs in maintaining social distance and COVID protocol.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Farmers Visit to KVK
Start Date: Friday, October 22, 2021
End Date: Friday, October 22, 2021

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Farmers visited different demonstration units at KVK Farmer-scientist interaction was held regarding the new technologies along with their advantage and difficulties.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Distribution of fruit saplings to the farmers under SCSP programme
Start Date: Thursday, October 21, 2021
End Date: Thursday, October 21, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Input distribution under SCSP programme for betterment of rural livelihood
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Observance of World Food Day
Start Date: Saturday, October 16, 2021
End Date: Saturday, October 16, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Webinar was conducted online at KVK Burdwan
Description : ON the occasion of Bharat ka Amrut Mohotsav to commemorate the 75th year of independence, KVK Burdwan organized one webinar to celebrate World Food Day on 16.10.21. The programmes was convened and Chaired by Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman, Head KVK and conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS and Dr. S. Sarkar, SMS of the KVK. All other KVK officials also took part in the celebration of the event. Dr. Ghorai conducted the event and in his inaugural speech spoke on the importance of World Food Day and the history associated with its celebration IN the webinar, Dr. Rahman welcomed the participants and in his inaugural speech informed the participants that about 14% food is wasted every year amounting lakhs of crore due to poor infrastructure and added to that about 17-18% food is wasted in hotels and restaurants. He emphasized on healthy diet. Dr. Subrata Sarkar, SMSM (Hort.) then elaborated the fact of food wastage by citing example of France and how the nation has been able to reduce food wastage in
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Field Day on Tissue cultured banana
Start Date: Wednesday, October 6, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, October 6, 2021

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Ucchagram, Galsi I
Description : Farmers from nearby localities were invited to see the TCB cultivation at progressive farmer’s field. Farmer-scientist interaction was held regarding the new technology along with their advantage and difficulties faced by the progressive farmer.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Improved production technology of groundnut (FLD training)
Start Date: Thursday, September 30, 2021
End Date: Thursday, September 30, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Jurjhuti, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (Agril.) spoke on improved groundnut production methods. He informed farmers and farm women about improved cultivars of groundnut, viz., TG 51, TG 37 A, ICGS 44 etc. He also put emphasis on efficient fertilizer management and importance of nutrients like potassium, calcium, boron and Zn and the quantity to be applied along with their application methods. He also put emphasis on seed treatment for growing disease free crop.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Need for composting and different types of compost preparation
Start Date: Monday, September 27, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, September 29, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (Agril.) spoke on methods of composting and need for compost in view of deteriorating soil health and elaborated various methods of compost preparation, viz., Indore method, Bangalore method, NADEP method, pit method, bucket method, trench method and Boma method. He explained in details about soil health and the role of organic matter in upkeeping soil health. He also explained what are the different nutrients required for crop growth and the role of each nutrient and the means to supply them vis-à-vis compost application.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Disease management in Brinjal in Integrated Farming System
Start Date: Wednesday, September 29, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, September 29, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Galsi, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Topics: • Physical methods • Cultural methods • Mechanical methods • Biological methods • Chemical methods • Insect & disease identification(theory) • Insect & disease identification(practical) • Control measures
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Disease Management in Rice in Jute Based Farming System
Start Date: Thursday, September 23, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, September 28, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Galigram, Galsi-I
Description : Topics: • Physical methods • Cultural methods • Mechanical methods • Biological methods • Chemical methods • disease identification(theory) • disease identification(practical) • Control measures
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Demonstration/distribution of Oyster mushroom spawns under ATMA, Paschim Bardhaman.
Start Date: Tuesday, September 28, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, September 28, 2021

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK, Budbud
Description : The beneficiaries were called to receive these inputs in maintaining social distance and COVID protocol.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Cultivation techniques of solanaceous vegetable in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Monday, September 20, 2021
End Date: Saturday, September 25, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Theory class was taken for farmers regarding cultivation techniques of solanaceous vegetable like tomato, brinjal chilli nd capsicum. Cultural operation etc was discussed and practical for nursery management was also taken for hand on experience.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Vermicompost production at farmers level (RY)
Start Date: Saturday, September 25, 2021
End Date: Saturday, September 25, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (Agril.) spoke on vermicompost preparation and applying them in soil to improve soil health and crop productivity. He in details enumerated the method of vermicomposting using Eisenia foetida
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Improved production technology of potato in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Friday, September 24, 2021
End Date: Friday, September 24, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Jadabganj, Ausgram-I
Description : Theory class was taken for farmers regarding cultivation techniques of potato. Nutrient management, water management, Cultural operation etc was discussed and practical was also taken for hand on experience.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Improved production technology of mustard (FLD training)
Start Date: Friday, September 24, 2021
End Date: Friday, September 24, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Galsi
Description : Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (Agril.) spoke on methods of improved production technology of mustard. He informed farmers about various improved mustard cultivars and sound nutrient management to get sustainable productivity He also put emphasis on application of sulfur in oilseed crops
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Field Day on Tissue cultured banana
Start Date: Friday, September 24, 2021
End Date: Friday, September 24, 2021

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Majhergram, Ausgram I
Description : Farmers from nearby localities were invited to see the TCB cultivation at progressive farmer’s field. Farmer-scientist interaction was held regarding the new technology along with their advantage and difficulties faced by the progressive farmer.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Climate change and effect on agriculture
Start Date: Thursday, September 23, 2021
End Date: Thursday, September 23, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK BURDWAN
Description : Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (Agril.) spoke on how our climate is changing and the anthropogenic activities leading to climate change. He explained how we are increasing the concentration of different GHGs through agriculture. He also put emphasis on adaptation and mitigation measures need to cope up with climate change and for long term surviva lof mankind
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Webinar on Horticultural crops for nutritional security
Start Date: Thursday, September 23, 2021
End Date: Thursday, September 23, 2021

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan via online
Description : Farmers were acquainted about the nutrition value of different fruits and vegetables and their proportion that has to be included in daily diet. Emphasis was given on intake of more and more vegetables, particularly green leafy vegetables in diet to correct nutritional deficiencies and malnutrition.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Farmers Visit to KVK
Start Date: Wednesday, September 22, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, September 22, 2021

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Farmers visited different demonstration units at KVK Farmer-scientist interaction was held regarding the new technologies along with their advantage and difficulties.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Insect pest management in cucurbits
Start Date: Tuesday, September 21, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, September 21, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK BURDWAN
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in cucurbits. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them. He delivered the training with power point presentation for identification about the insect related with cucurbits.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Demonstration/distribution of RIR Poultry chicks under ATMA, Paschim Bardhaman.
Start Date: Tuesday, September 21, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, September 21, 2021

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Manikara, Kanksa, Paschim Bardhaman.
Description : The beneficiaries were called to receive these inputs in maintaining social distance and COVID protocol.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Need for composting and different types of compost preparation
Start Date: Wednesday, September 15, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Ajay Pally, Kanksa
Description : Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (Agril.) spoke on methods of composting and need for compost in view of deteriorating soil health and elaborated various methods of compost preparation, viz., Indore method, Bangalore method, NADEP method, pit method, bucket method, trench method and Boma method. He also put emphasis of vermicompost preparation and applying them in soil to improve soil health and crop productivity. He in details enumerated the method of vermicomposting using Eisenia foetida
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Plant propagation techniques of sub-tropical fruit crops
Start Date: Tuesday, September 14, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, September 14, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK BURDWAN
Description : Theory class was taken for farmers regarding different types of Plant propagation techniques like cutting, grafting air layering etc. Their advantage, season of operation etc was discussed and practical was also taken for hand on experience.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Distribution of inputs under FLD: Vegetable seedlings transplanting with transplanter and pluck tray/potray
Start Date: Monday, September 13, 2021
End Date: Monday, September 13, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Different inputs like pluck trays and transplanters for conducting the FLD were distributed to the farmers. Their application methods and time of application were also discussed.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Distribution of inputs under FLD: Improved cultivation technology of tomato
Start Date: Wednesday, September 8, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, September 8, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Inputs ( tomato hybrid seeds) for conducting the FLD were distributed to the farmers. General informations and benefits of the variety was discussed.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Distribution of inputs under OFT: Assessment of sulphur and boron application on curd quality and yield in cauliflower
Start Date: Wednesday, September 8, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, September 8, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Different inputs for conducting the OFT were distributed to the farmers. Their application methods and time of application were also discussed.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Webiner on Food and nutrition for farmers
Start Date: Thursday, August 26, 2021
End Date: Thursday, August 26, 2021

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : KVK Burdwan online
Description : In the webinar, Dr. Rahman welcomed the participants Dr. Ghorai, SMS spoke on the need of vitamins and minerals in food for correct nutrition for farmers and put emphasis on application of minerals in crops where the mineral is deficient. Dr. Sarkar, SMS spoke on the need for green leafy vegetables in diet of farm families for correction of mineral deficiencies in human. He put emphasis on intake of more and more vegetables in diet so as to correct nutritional deficiencies and malnutrition. Dr. Sanu Kumar Saha spoke on climate dependence of agriculture and the ways to adapt and mitigate it in order to carry on agricultural enterprise.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Kisan Gosthi on Food and nutrition for farmers
Start Date: Thursday, August 26, 2021
End Date: Thursday, August 26, 2021

Event Category : Kisan Goshthi
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : On the occasion of Bharat ka Amrut Mohotsav to commemorate the 75th year of independence, KVK Burdwan organized two events, viz., one on campus Kisan Gosthi and one webinar on the topic of Food and Nutrition for farmers. The programmes was convened by Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman, Head KVK and conducted by him as well. Dr. Rahman, Head also conducted the Kisan Gosthi where he spoke on need for balance diet for correct human nutrition.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Training on Processing and value addition of jute
Start Date: Saturday, August 21, 2021
End Date: Saturday, August 21, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was given by Dr. Dipankar Ghorai, SMS (agril.) of KVK. Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (Agril.) spoke on processing of jute fibre using CRIJAF SONA and the benefits out of it. He informed the gathering that using of the microbial consortium augments fibre yield by 4-5 % and improved the grade by 1-2 grade. He also spoke on how the jute fibre can be utilized in making of various home decorative and artifacts for home decoration and how entrepreneurship can be developed through value addition of jute among the farming community, especially women SHGs
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Awareness camp on Parthenium week
Start Date: Wednesday, August 18, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, August 18, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : Jadabganj, Ausgram-I Block
Description : Identification of parthenium weed and make farmers familiar about the eradication process of the weeds.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Organic Farming Awareness campaign in crops, fruits and vegetables
Start Date: Wednesday, August 4, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, August 4, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan via online
Description : Commemorating the 75th year of independence, one online awareness campaign was organized on 04.08.2021. Dr. SMA Rahman, Head, KVK Burdwan convened the campaign and Dr. S. Sarkar, SMS (Hort.), KVK Burdwan coordinated the proceedings. Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (Agril.) spoke on methods of organic farming, its importance and preparation of various organic amendments including Panchagavya, Dasagavya, Jeebamtrita etc. and vermicompost. He also informed the online participants about the protocols for organic certification. Dr. Sanu Kumar Saha, SMS (Agromet) spoke on organic farming in the face of climate change. He explained in details how global temperature is increasing over the years augmenting climate change. Dr. Sarkar and Dr. Ghorai responded to various queries of the participants
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Cultivation of different types of fodder crops for animal nutrition and better milk production
Start Date: Saturday, July 31, 2021
End Date: Saturday, July 31, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Webinar on ‘Cultivation of different types of fodder crops for animal nutrition and better milk production’ at KVK Burdwan in collaboration with Regional Fodder Station, Kalyani.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training programme on ‘Integrated Pest Management in Integrated Farming System’
Start Date: Saturday, July 31, 2021
End Date: Saturday, July 31, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Online training programme on ‘Integrated Pest Management in Integrated Farming System’. This training was conducted online mode in maintaining COVID protocol.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Integrated pest management in boro paddy
Start Date: Friday, July 30, 2021
End Date: Friday, July 30, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in boro paddy. He put special emphasis on beneficial insects and use of organic pesticide and lastly chemical insecticide and method to use them. He gave emphasis on the judicious use of chemical pesticide and make environment pollution free.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on Integrated pest management in boro paddy
Start Date: Wednesday, July 28, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in boro paddy with the help of cultural and mechanical and physical mode of management practices. He delivered the lecture with the aid of power point presentation to show the beneficial insects of boro paddy.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on Micro irrigation systems in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Tuesday, July 27, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training was given through audio visual aids to make the farmers familiar about the improved technology
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Integrated pest management in aman paddy
Start Date: Tuesday, July 27, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in aman paddy through ITK. He put special emphasis on local management practicesfor crop protection and the method to use them.He gave details about preparation of organic pesticide like neem oil etc.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on Role of nutrient in crop production
Start Date: Monday, July 26, 2021
End Date: Monday, July 26, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai. He explained the principle role of various nutrients required for crop production. He put special emphasis on micronutrients and their beneficial role in crop production and the method to use them. He urged upon the farmers to use nutrient on soil test basis.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Improved retting of jute using CRIJAF SONA consortium
Start Date: Saturday, July 24, 2021
End Date: Saturday, July 24, 2021

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Shyambati, Purbasthali
Description : The method demonstration was conducted by Dr. D. Ghorai. He explained the principle of jute retting and how use of CRIJAF SONA improved quality of jute fibre obtained due to adoption of this method. He also intimated the precautions to be taken using the consortium.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Layout and Management of Orchards
Start Date: Thursday, July 22, 2021
End Date: Thursday, July 22, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training was given through audio visual aids to make the farmers familiar about the improved technology
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Integrated pest management in aman paddy
Start Date: Thursday, July 22, 2021
End Date: Thursday, July 22, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The training was conducted by Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu. He explained the management of insect pest in aman paddy. He put special emphasis on organic pesticide and their beneficial role in crop protection and the method to use them. he delivered the training with power point presentation for identification about the insect related with paddy.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on Improved production technology of kharif onion in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Monday, July 19, 2021
End Date: Monday, July 19, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training was given through audio visual aids to make the farmers familiar about the improved technology
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Improved cultivation of tissue culture banana
Start Date: Saturday, July 17, 2021
End Date: Saturday, July 17, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training was given through audio visual aids to make the farmers familiar about the improved technology
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training and awareness on the occasion of ICAR foundation day
Start Date: Friday, July 16, 2021
End Date: Friday, July 16, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan via online
Description : Commemorating the 75th year of independence and as directed by Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman, Sr. Scientist and Head of the KVK, a half day off campus training cum awareness programe was organized on 16.07.2021 to observe the 93rd Foundation day of ICAR . Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman, Sr. Scientist and Head of the KVK convened the meeting and Dr. D. Ghorai, SMS (Agril.), KVK Burdwan coordinated the activities assisted by Dr. S. Sarkar, SMS (Hort.), Dr. Sanu Kumar Saha, SMS (AgroMet), KVK BUrdwan ,Mr. S. Garai, Prog. Asst., KVK Burdwan, Mr. S. S. Kundu, Farm Manager, KVK Burdwan, SK. Golam Rasul, Comp. Progammer and Mr. S. Pal, Technical Asst. of the KVK. Total of 54 participants participated in the meting. Dr. Ghorai started off the meeting with the history of ICAR and its establishment on 16th July, 1929 at Pusa. Dr. Azizur Rahman then briefed the virtual gathering about the importance of bee keeping and invited the participants to get in touch with KVK to get acquainted with the technology
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Frontline demonstration on jute
Start Date: Saturday, April 3, 2021
End Date: Friday, July 16, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Mirjapur Kalna and Ajoy Palli, Kanksa
Description : A total of 17 FLDs were conducted in the two villages with improved production technologies of line sowing
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

OFT on jute
Start Date: Sunday, April 4, 2021
End Date: Friday, July 16, 2021

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Mirjapur Kalna
Description : The OFT was conducted with following technologies, Farmers Practice (FP): Sole cropping of jute with broadcasting Technology option-I (TO-I): Mixed cropping of Jute + Red/green amaranthus with broadcasting Technology option-II (TO-II): Mixed cropping of Jute + Red/green amaranthus with line sowing of jute using seed drill Technology option-III (TO-III): Jute + Greengram intercropping (3:2) using seed drill + mixed cropping of Red/green amaranthus in jute rows
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Distribution of maize and ricebean fodder seeds to the farmers and farm women for demonstration programme
Start Date: Tuesday, July 6, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, July 6, 2021

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Distribution of maize and ricebean fodder seeds to the farmers and farm women for demonstration programme. Maize (Var. J-1006) – 30 kits (05 Kg each) and Ricebean (Var. Bidhan-2) – 20 kits (05 Kg each) The beneficiaries were called to receive these inputs in maintaining social distance and COVID protocol.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Sustainable integrated cropping system models for enhanced income of farmers
Start Date: Thursday, July 1, 2021
End Date: Thursday, July 1, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Venue of the training was Golahat, Purbasthali and Mirjapur, Kalna
Description : The training was given by Dr. Dipankar Ghorai, SMS (agril.) of KVK. He conducted the training in two areas, namely, Golahat, Purbasthali and Mirjapur, Kalna. He explained the principles of IFS models and citing example of Bapi Sk, urged upon the farmers to adopt integrated farming system
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Field day on jute
Start Date: Thursday, July 1, 2021
End Date: Thursday, July 1, 2021

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Mirjapur, Kalna-I Block
Description : The field day was participated by 35 farmers and govt officials. Dr. Ghorai explained various improved production technologies on jute to the participants
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Microbiome for food and environmental security
Start Date: Saturday, June 26, 2021
End Date: Saturday, June 26, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Venue of the training was Dalpur sharam, Bankura
Description : To make farmers and farm women aware about beneficial microorganisms for food and environmental security The training was given by Dr. Dipankar Ghorai, SMS (agril.) of KVK. Stress was given and farmers and farm women were elaborately emphasized about role of microorganisms like rhizobium, azolla, pseudomonas etc.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Input distribution for FLDs
Start Date: Friday, June 25, 2021
End Date: Friday, June 25, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Saplings of tissue cultured banana and seeds of Kharif onion had been distributed to the selected farmers. They were also acquainted with the initial information of how to plant and maintain the crops at initial stages.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Rice cultivation through SRI
Start Date: Thursday, June 24, 2021
End Date: Thursday, June 24, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Venue of the training was KVK campus
Description : The training was given by Dr. Dipankar Ghorai, SMS (agril.) of KVK. He explained the principles of System of rice intensification and urged upon the farmers to adopt the principles in fields to augment productivity of paddy
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Celebration of World Milk Day, 2021
Start Date: Tuesday, June 1, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, June 1, 2021

Event Category : World Milk Day
Venue : Online Mode at KVK Burdwan
Description : Celebration of World Milk Day, 2021
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Celebration of World Honey Bee Day, 2021
Start Date: Thursday, May 20, 2021
End Date: Thursday, May 20, 2021

Event Category : World Bee Day
Venue : KVK Burdwan and Online Mode
Description : Celebration of World Honey Bee Day, 2021
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Distribution of 19 nos. of Bee-hives with live bees to the Farmers and Farm Women of Paschim Bardhaman district under ATMA Fund.
Start Date: Wednesday, May 12, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The beneficiaries were called to receive these inputs in maintaining social distance and COVID protocol.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Distribution of some pesticides to the S.C farmer and farm women under SCSP fund
Start Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The beneficiaries were called to receive these inputs in maintaining social distance and COVID protocol.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Online awareness camp on COVID guideline for the DAESI students
Start Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan and Online mode
Description : The following topics have been covered under the training • Guideline of COVID 19 • To fight against the disease • Our responsibility towards society
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

16th Scientific Advisory Committee Meeting
Start Date: Tuesday, March 30, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, March 30, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : 16th Scientific Advisory Committee Meeting
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Training on integrated jute based farming system
Start Date: Wednesday, March 24, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, March 24, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The method demonstration was given by Dr. Dipankar Ghorai, SMS (agril.) of KVK. Three implements patented by ICAR-CRIJAF, namely, seed drill, nail weeder and cycle weeder were demonstrated
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Demonstration of seed drill, nail weeder and cycle weeder
Start Date: Wednesday, March 24, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, March 24, 2021

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The method demonstration was given by Dr. Dipankar Ghorai, SMS (agril.) of KVK. Three implements patented by ICAR-CRIJAF, namely, seed drill, nail weeder and cycle weeder were demonstrated
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Celebration of World Water Day
Start Date: Monday, March 22, 2021
End Date: Monday, March 22, 2021

Event Category : World Water Day
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Celebration of World Water Day
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Farmers visit to KVK - Pest management of paddy
Start Date: Friday, March 19, 2021
End Date: Friday, March 19, 2021

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Remedial measures for bacterial leaf blight and Zn deficiency was prescribed
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Integrated Pest Management in Boro Paddy
Start Date: Wednesday, March 10, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, March 10, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Integrated Pest Management in Boro Paddy
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Improved production technology of jute
Start Date: Wednesday, March 10, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, March 10, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Gopalpur Colony
Description : The training was given by Dr. Dipankar Ghorai, SMS (agril.) of KVK. First trainees were evaluated for their knowledge on jute production in pre training evaluation. Then training was conducted on improved production practices of jute, like, line sowing, use of nail weeder, weed management, improved fertilizer management and pest management
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Improved production technology of jute
Start Date: Tuesday, March 9, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, March 9, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Shibpur Kajladihi.
Description : The training was given by Dr. Dipankar Ghorai, SMS (agril.) of KVK. First trainees were evaluated for their knowledge on jute production in pre training evaluation. Then training was conducted on improved production practices of jute, like, line sowing, use of nail weeder, weed management, improved fertilizer management and pest management.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Disease Management in Cucurbits
Start Date: Tuesday, March 9, 2021
End Date: Tuesday, March 9, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Galsi, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Training on Disease Management in Cucurbits
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Celebration of International Women's Day
Start Date: Monday, March 8, 2021
End Date: Monday, March 8, 2021

Event Category : International Women's Day
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Celebration of International Women's Day
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Training on Seed production of Vegetable crops
Start Date: Friday, March 5, 2021
End Date: Friday, March 5, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK, Burdwan
Description : The following topics have been covered under the training • Concept of isolation distance and rouging. • Stages of crops for field inspection • Harvesting index and seed harvesting • Extraction and post-harvest management of seeds
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Farmers Visit to KVK
Start Date: Friday, March 5, 2021
End Date: Friday, March 5, 2021

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK, Burdwan
Description : Advice regarding different horticultural crop related problems
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Role of micronutrient in crop production
Start Date: Thursday, March 4, 2021
End Date: Thursday, March 4, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK campus
Description : The training was given by Dr. Dipankar Ghorai, SMS (agril.) of KVK. Stress was given and farmers and farm women were elaborately emphasized about role of three micronutrients, viz., Zn, B and Mo. They were asked to apply these micronutrients in all kinds of crop production in view of the fact that soils of Burdwan district is deficient in these micronutrients.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on post-harvest management of horticultural crops
Start Date: Thursday, March 4, 2021
End Date: Thursday, March 4, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Galigram, Galsi, Purba Bardhaman
Description : The following topics have been covered under the training • Harvest maturity • Different post-harvest operation like pre-cooling, grading, Packaging etc • Concept of curing • Ripening and use of ripening hormone
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Vermicompost production for restoration of soil health
Start Date: Wednesday, March 3, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, March 3, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK campus
Description : The training was given by Dr. Dipankar Ghorai, SMS (agril.) of KVK. At first theory session was conducted followed by practical orientation in the demonstration unit on vermicompost
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

National Science Day Celebration
Start Date: Sunday, February 28, 2021
End Date: Sunday, February 28, 2021

Event Category : National Science Day
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : National Science Day Celebration
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

CFLD on chickpea and lentil
Start Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2021

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Jamalpur
Description : The field day was conducted by Dr. Dipankar Ghorai, SMS (agril.) of KVK. Different fields was visited by beneficiaries under the CFLD as well as other farmers of the village. THe beneficiaries shared their experience with other farmers about the methodologies of improved production of lentil and chickpea.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Input distribution under SCSP training programme - Bee Hives with Live Bees
Start Date: Friday, February 12, 2021
End Date: Friday, February 12, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Input distribution under SCSP training programme - Bee Hives with Live Bees
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Input distribution under SCSP training programme - Vegetable Seeds
Start Date: Thursday, February 11, 2021
End Date: Thursday, February 11, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Input distribution under SCSP training programme - Vegetable Seeds
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Input distribution under SCSP training programme - Pluck Tray
Start Date: Thursday, February 11, 2021
End Date: Thursday, February 11, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Input distribution under SCSP training programme - Pluck Tray
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Input distribution under SCSP training programme - Cycle Weeder
Start Date: Wednesday, February 10, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, February 10, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Input distribution under SCSP training programme - Cycle Weeder
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Input distribution under SCSP training programme - RIR Poultry Chicks
Start Date: Wednesday, February 10, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, February 10, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Input distribution under SCSP training programme - RIR Poultry Chicks
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Input distribution under SCSP training programme - Mushroom Spawn
Start Date: Monday, February 8, 2021
End Date: Monday, February 8, 2021

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Input distribution under SCSP training programme - Mushroom Spawn
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Insect pest management in mustard
Start Date: Sunday, January 31, 2021
End Date: Sunday, January 31, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Mobarak Ganj, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : Insect pest management in mustard
Contact Person Details
Mr. Soumya Sarathi Kundu
Farm Manager
soumyasarathikundu@yahoo.in
9232520205

Training on Oyster Mushroom Cultivation
Start Date: Saturday, January 30, 2021
End Date: Sunday, January 31, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Oyster Mushroom Cultivation
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Bee Keeping
Start Date: Saturday, January 30, 2021
End Date: Saturday, January 30, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Bee Keeping
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Training on Climate change and effect on agriculture and contingency planning
Start Date: Saturday, January 30, 2021
End Date: Saturday, January 30, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Climate change and effect on agriculture and contingency planning
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Need for composting and vermicompost production at farmers level for maintaining soil health and income generation
Start Date: Friday, January 29, 2021
End Date: Friday, January 29, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Need for composting and vermicompost production at farmers level for maintaining soil health and income generation
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Seed production of vegetable crops
Start Date: Friday, January 29, 2021
End Date: Friday, January 29, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : The following topics have been covered under the training • Concept of isolation distance and rouging. • Stages of crops for field inspection • Harvesting index and seed harvesting • Extraction and post-harvest management of seeds
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Disease management in tomato
Start Date: Friday, January 29, 2021
End Date: Friday, January 29, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Bud Bud Gram, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : Disease management in tomato
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Disease management in cole crops
Start Date: Friday, January 29, 2021
End Date: Friday, January 29, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Panagarh, Pashim Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : Disease management in cole crops
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Farmers Visit to KVK
Start Date: Tuesday, January 19, 2021
End Date: Friday, January 29, 2021

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Advice regarding different horticultural crop related problems
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Rice cultivation through SRI
Start Date: Thursday, January 28, 2021
End Date: Thursday, January 28, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Rice cultivation through SRI
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Disease management in mustard
Start Date: Thursday, January 28, 2021
End Date: Thursday, January 28, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Mankar, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : Disease management in mustard
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Role of nutrient vis-à-vis crop production and climate change
Start Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Role of nutrient vis-à-vis crop production and climate change
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Vocational training on Jute handicrafts and kantha stitch
Start Date: Tuesday, January 19, 2021
End Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2021

Event Category : Vocational Training for Youth (More Than 4 Days)
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Twenty women participated in the training and learnt about preparation of different products related to jute and Kantha stitch.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Seed production of different field crops for income enhancement in COVID 19 situation
Start Date: Monday, January 25, 2021
End Date: Monday, January 25, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Seed production of different field crops for income enhancement in COVID 19 situation
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Sustainable crop production through conservative agriculture in jute based cropping system
Start Date: Saturday, January 23, 2021
End Date: Saturday, January 23, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Sustainable crop production through conservative agriculture in jute based cropping system
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Bee Keeping
Start Date: Saturday, January 23, 2021
End Date: Saturday, January 23, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Bee Keeping
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Oyster Mushroom Cultivation
Start Date: Thursday, January 21, 2021
End Date: Friday, January 22, 2021

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Oyster Mushroom Cultivation
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Webcasting of addressing the farmers and releasing PM Kisan Money to farmers by Hon'ble Prime Minister
Start Date: Friday, December 25, 2020
End Date: Friday, December 25, 2020

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Webcasting of addressing the farmers and releasing PM Kisan Money to farmers by Hon'ble Prime Minister
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Celebration of World Soil Day
Start Date: Saturday, December 5, 2020
End Date: Saturday, December 5, 2020

Event Category : World Soil Day
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : World Soil Day, 2020 was celebrated at KVK Burdwan, West Bengal. KVK Burdwan organized one Webiner through Google Meet. 27 input dealers attended the programme. Experts (viz, Dr. Dipankar Ghorai, SMS (Agriculture) and Dr. Subrata Sarkar, SMS (Horticulture) ) from KVK gave lectures on importance of Soil Biodiversity and keeping soil alive.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Integrated Pest Management in brinjal
Start Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2020
End Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Integrated Pest Management in brinjal
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Awarness programme on New Krishi Bill
Start Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2020
End Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2020

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Awarness programme on New Krishi Bill
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Training on Preparation of organic pesticides & its application
Start Date: Saturday, October 17, 2020
End Date: Saturday, October 17, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Fatepur, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Training on Preparation of organic pesticides & its application
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Improved oilseed cultivation technique
Start Date: Thursday, October 15, 2020
End Date: Thursday, October 15, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Sarul, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Training on Improved oilseed cultivation technique
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Mahila Kisan Diwas Celebration
Start Date: Thursday, October 15, 2020
End Date: Thursday, October 15, 2020

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Mahila Kisan Diwas Celebration
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Training on Role of nutrient in crop production
Start Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Role of nutrient in crop production
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Cultivation techniques of solanaceous crop
Start Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Cultivation techniques of solanaceous crop
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Vermicompost production technology for income generation
Start Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Vermicompost production technology for income generation
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Cultivation techniques of solanaceous crop
Start Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Cultivation techniques of solanaceous crop
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Integrated Pest Management in tomato
Start Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Goligram, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Training on Integrated Pest Management in tomato
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Cultivation techniques of solanaceous crop
Start Date: Monday, October 5, 2020
End Date: Monday, October 5, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Cultivation techniques of solanaceous crop
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Birthday Celebration of Mahatma Gandhi
Start Date: Friday, October 2, 2020
End Date: Friday, October 2, 2020

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Birthday Celebration of Mahatma Gandhi
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Training on Seed production of different field crops for entrepreneurship
Start Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Seed production of different field crops for entrepreneurship
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Poshan Mahh - Distribution of planting materials
Start Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Poshan Mahh - Distribution of planting materials
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Training on Improved production technology of potato
Start Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Sar, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Training on Improved production technology of potato
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Vermicompost production for enhancing income of rural youth
Start Date: Monday, September 28, 2020
End Date: Monday, September 28, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Vermicompost production for enhancing income of rural youth
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Improved technology of jute retting
Start Date: Saturday, September 26, 2020
End Date: Saturday, September 26, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Improved technology of jute retting
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Benefit of integrated nutrient management in field crops
Start Date: Friday, September 25, 2020
End Date: Friday, September 25, 2020

Event Category : Farmers Visit to KVK
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Benefit of integrated nutrient management in field crops
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Micro irrigation system in orchards
Start Date: Thursday, September 24, 2020
End Date: Thursday, September 24, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Micro irrigation system in orchards
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Improved production technology of kharif onion
Start Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Sanko, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Training on Improved production technology of kharif onion
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Role of nutrient in crop production in jute
Start Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Role of nutrient in crop production in jute
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Integrated Pest Management in aman paddy
Start Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Goligram, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Integrated Pest Management in aman paddy
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training on Plant propagation techniques of sub-tropical fruit crops
Start Date: Tuesday, September 22, 2020
End Date: Tuesday, September 22, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Plant propagation techniques of sub-tropical fruit crops
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Kisan Gosthi Meeting
Start Date: Monday, September 21, 2020
End Date: Monday, September 21, 2020

Event Category : Kisan Goshthi
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Kisan Gosthi Meeting
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Training on Improved production technology of Cauliflower
Start Date: Saturday, September 19, 2020
End Date: Saturday, September 19, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Uchchagram, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Improved production technology of Cauliflower
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Integrated Pest Management in jute-rice cropping systems
Start Date: Saturday, September 19, 2020
End Date: Saturday, September 19, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Integrated Pest Management in jute-rice cropping systems
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Poshan Maah - Nutri Campaign 2020, ICAR-KVK & IFFCO initiative
Start Date: Thursday, September 17, 2020
End Date: Thursday, September 17, 2020

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Poshan Maah - Nutri Campaign 2020, ICAR-KVK & IFFCO initiative
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Training on Improved production technology of TCB
Start Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Gopalpur Colony, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Training on Improved production technology of TCB
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Hindi Diwas Celebration
Start Date: Monday, September 14, 2020
End Date: Monday, September 14, 2020

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Hindi Diwas Celebration
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Live telecast on Inauguration of Academic and Administrative Building of Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agriculture University by Hon'ble PM
Start Date: Saturday, August 29, 2020
End Date: Saturday, August 29, 2020

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Live telecast on Inauguration of Academic and Administrative Building of Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agriculture University by Hon'ble PM
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Web launch of financial facility under agriculture infrustructure fund and release benefits by Hon'ble PM
Start Date: Sunday, August 9, 2020
End Date: Sunday, August 9, 2020

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Web launch of financial facility under agriculture infrustructure fund and release benefits by Hon'ble PM
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

92nd ICAR foundation Day Celebration
Start Date: Thursday, July 16, 2020
End Date: Thursday, July 16, 2020

Event Category : Other Extension Activities
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : 92nd ICAR foundation Day Celebration
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Training on Vermicompost production at farmers’ level
Start Date: Saturday, March 21, 2020
End Date: Saturday, March 21, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Vermicompost production at farmers’ level
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
SMS (Agriculture), KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Improved cultivation technique of Marigold
Start Date: Thursday, March 12, 2020
End Date: Thursday, March 12, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Improved cultivation technique of Marigold
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on Improved cultivation technique of Marigold
Start Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2020
End Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2020

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Training on Improved cultivation technique of Marigold
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Celebration of Swachhta hi Sewa Programme
Start Date: Thursday, September 26, 2019
End Date: Thursday, September 26, 2019

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Uchchagram Primary School, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Swachhta hi Sewa Programme was organized at Uchchagram Primary School, Purba Bardhaman by Burdwan KVK on 26.09.19. In this event the following activities was performed based on the life of Mahatma: 1. Distribution of Saplings 2. Awareness Programme More than 30 students along with 5 teachers were present in this event.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Celebration of 150th Birth Day of Mahatma Gandhi
Start Date: Thursday, September 26, 2019
End Date: Thursday, September 26, 2019

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Bijra High School, Durgapur, Paschim Bardhaman
Description : 150th Birth Day of Mahatma Gandhi was celebrated at Bijra High School, Durgapur, Paschim Bardhaman by Burdwan KVK on 26.09.19. In this event the following activities was performed based on the life of Mahatma: 1. Essay Writing Competition 2. Debate Competition 3. Quiz Competition More than 50 students along with 10 teachers were present in this event.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Massive Tree Plantation Programme and Kisan Ghosthi
Start Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2019
End Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2019

Event Category : Kisan Goshthi
Venue : Boromuria, Galsi-II Block, Uchchgram, Galsi-I Block and KVK Campus, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : Massive Tree Plantation Programme and Kisan Ghosthi
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Awareness Camp on Water Conservation and drip Irrigation
Start Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2019
End Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2019

Event Category : Jal Shakti Abhiyan 2022
Venue : Uchhgram & Boromuria Village, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : Awareness Camp on Water Conservation and drip Irrigation was organized at Uchhgram & Boromuria Village, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal. More than 100 farmers were present at this event.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Celebration of Hindi Diwas under Hindi Pakhwada
Start Date: Monday, September 16, 2019
End Date: Monday, September 16, 2019

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Hindi Diwas under Hindi Pakhwada was celebrated at KVK Burdwan. In this event Quiz, Essay Writing Examination, Dictation Test were held. Viswajit Majumdar, Hindi Pradhyapak coordinated the whole programme.
Contact Person Details
Sk Golam Rasul
Technical Officer
skgolamrasul@gmail.com
9474883789

Awareness Camp on Anti-Counterfeit and Safe & Judicious Use of Crop Production Products
Start Date: Thursday, September 12, 2019
End Date: Thursday, September 12, 2019

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Burdwan, Bud Bud, Prurba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : Awareness Camp on Anti-Counterfeit and Safe & Judicious Use of Crop Production Products was organized on 12.09.19 at KVK Burdwan.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Artificial Insemination Programme
Start Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2019
End Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Burdwan, Bud Bud, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : An Artificial Insemination Programme was conducted by KVK Burdwan in collaboration with State Line Department on 11.09.19 during the live telecast of Launching of NADC Programme for FMD and Brucellosis.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Golam Ziauddin
SMS (Fishery Sc.)
golamziauddin@gmail.com
9474484157

Live Telecast of the Inauguration of NADC Programme for FMD & Brucellosis by Hon'ble Prime Minister
Start Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2019
End Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Burdwan, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : Live Telecast of the Inauguration of NADC Programme for FMD & Brucellosis by Hon'ble Prime Minister was organized at KVK Burdwan on 11.09.19. Around 80 farmers were gathered for this event.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Golam Ziauddin
SMS (Fishery Sc.)
golamziauddin@gmail.com
9474484157

Awarensess Camp on Water Conservation
Start Date: Tuesday, September 3, 2019
End Date: Tuesday, September 3, 2019

Event Category : Jal Shakti Abhiyan 2022
Venue : KVK Burdwan, Bud Bud, West Bengal, Pin-713403
Description : KVK Burdwan has organized an ‘Awareness Programme’ on need of water conservation on the occasion of Jal Shakti Abhiyan Programme-2019 on 03.09.2019. Senior Scientist & Head, SMSs, Programme Assistants and other officials of KVK, Burdwan were present in this programme. Around 40 participants from different blocks of Burdwan District were present in the programme. They were made conscious about the importance of water conservation in Agriculture and household activities of their families.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Final Examination DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Start Date: Tuesday, August 27, 2019
End Date: Tuesday, August 27, 2019

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Final Examination DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Observance of "Parthenium Awareness Week" by KVK Burdwan at CSRSJAF Campus
Start Date: Friday, August 16, 2019
End Date: Thursday, August 22, 2019

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK and CSRSJAF Campus, Bud Bud, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal, Pin-713403
Description : KVK Burdwan observed "Parthenium Awareness Week" during 16-22 August, 2019. As a part of the programme KVK Burdwan Organized an awareness programme at CSRSJAF experimental farm, Bud Bud to aware the labours as well as staff about the parthenium weed control. Senior Scientist and Head, KVK Burdwan, SMSs, Scientist-Incharge, CSRSJAF, Others Staff of KVK and CSRSJAF and labours were present in this programme. The menace of the parthenium weed is growing by day and is detrimental for human and animal health. The programme was arranged to make the participants aware about the ill effects of parthenium.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Celebration of Sadbhavana Diwas
Start Date: Tuesday, August 20, 2019
End Date: Tuesday, August 20, 2019

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Sadbhavana Diwas Pleadge was taken in this event
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Celebration of 73rd Independence Day at KVK Campus
Start Date: Thursday, August 15, 2019
End Date: Thursday, August 15, 2019

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : 73rd Independence Day was celebrated at KVK Campus
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Interface Meeting for Doubling Farmers Income
Start Date: Friday, July 12, 2019
End Date: Friday, July 12, 2019

Event Category : Group Meetings
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Interface Meeting for Doubling Farmers Income
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Start Date: Wednesday, July 10, 2019
End Date: Wednesday, July 10, 2019

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Start Date: Wednesday, July 3, 2019
End Date: Wednesday, July 3, 2019

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Celebration of International Yoga Diwas
Start Date: Friday, June 21, 2019
End Date: Friday, June 21, 2019

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Celebration of International Yoga Diwas
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Start Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2019
End Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2019

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

15th SAC Meeting
Start Date: Saturday, June 1, 2019
End Date: Saturday, June 1, 2019

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : 15th SAC Meeting
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Start Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2019
End Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Start Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2019
End Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2019

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Start Date: Thursday, May 9, 2019
End Date: Thursday, May 9, 2019

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Start Date: Wednesday, May 1, 2019
End Date: Wednesday, May 1, 2019

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Start Date: Thursday, April 18, 2019
End Date: Thursday, April 18, 2019

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

CFLD on Improved Jute Cultivation
Start Date: Thursday, April 11, 2019
End Date: Thursday, April 11, 2019

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Gopalpur Colony, Aushgram, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : Demonstration of Nail Weeder and Drum Seeder
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Exposure Visit of DAESI Trainees at Howrah KVK
Start Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2019
End Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2019

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Howrah KVK, West Bengal
Description : Exposure Visit of DAESI Trainees at Howrah KVK
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Start Date: Wednesday, April 3, 2019
End Date: Wednesday, April 3, 2019

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : DAESI Training Programme for Input Dealer
Contact Person Details
Dr. Monica Suresh Singh
SMS (Agrculture Extension)
monyssingh@gmail.com
8391833949

District Kisan Mela 2019-cum-Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman (PM-KISAN)
Start Date: Sunday, February 24, 2019
End Date: Sunday, February 24, 2019

Event Category : Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
Venue : KVK Campus, KVK Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : District Kisan Mela 2019-cum-Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman (PM-KISAN)
Contact Person Details
Dr. Sk. Md. Azizur Rahman
Senior Scientist and Head
r_aziz@rediffmail.com
9435378886

Perform Swachhata related Nukkad Nataks/street plays,folk song and dance performances
Start Date: Tuesday, October 2, 2018
End Date: Tuesday, October 2, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK Burdwan
Description : Performing Swachhata related Nukkad Nataks/ street plays, folk song and dance performances
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Volunteer for segregation of solid waste into non-biodegradable and biodegradable waste
Start Date: Monday, October 1, 2018
End Date: Monday, October 1, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Gopalpur Colony
Description : Volunteering for segregation of solid waste into non-biodegradable and biodegradable waste
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Building compost pits during the SHS fortnight
Start Date: Monday, October 1, 2018
End Date: Monday, October 1, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Gopalpur Colony
Description : Mobilizing community to build compost pits, where organic matter decomposes to form manure
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Conduct Door-to-door meetings to drive behaviour change with respect to sanitation behaviours
Start Date: Monday, October 1, 2018
End Date: Monday, October 1, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Gopalpur Colony
Description : Conducting door-to-door meetings to drive behaviour with respect to sanitation behaviours
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Toilet pit-digging exercise and other toilet construction activities
Start Date: Saturday, September 29, 2018
End Date: Saturday, September 29, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK Farm
Description : Ladies toilet construction activities
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Organize cleaning of streets,drains and back alleys through awareness drives
Start Date: Friday, September 28, 2018
End Date: Friday, September 28, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK IFS Site
Description : Cleaning of IFS field of KVK
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Organize Waste collection drives in households and common or shared spaces
Start Date: Thursday, September 27, 2018
End Date: Thursday, September 27, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Bud Bud village, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : Organizing waste collection drives in households and common or shared spaces
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Toilet pit-digging exercise and other toilet construction activities
Start Date: Wednesday, September 26, 2018
End Date: Wednesday, September 26, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Cleaning of site and preparation of toilet for female labourers
Contact Person Details
Dr. Monica Suresh Singh
SMS (Agrculture Extension)
monyssingh@gmail.com
8391833949

Debates,discussions,awareness programmes,poster competitions etc
Start Date: Tuesday, September 25, 2018
End Date: Tuesday, September 25, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : Bud Bud Primary School
Description : Awareness Programme on Hygienic practices among students.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Monica Suresh Singh
SMS (Agrculture Extension)
monyssingh@gmail.com
8391833949

Organize cleaning of streets,drains and back alleys through awareness drives
Start Date: Monday, September 24, 2018
End Date: Monday, September 24, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Cleaning of Training hostel
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Organize cleaning of streets,drains and back alleys through awareness drives
Start Date: Saturday, September 22, 2018
End Date: Saturday, September 22, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Cleaning of pond area and liming of pond
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Debates,discussions,awareness programmes,poster competitions etc
Start Date: Thursday, September 20, 2018
End Date: Thursday, September 20, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Distribution of fruit saplings Essay writing competition
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Organize awareness campaigns around better sanitation practices like using a toilet, handwashing,health and hygiene awareness,etc
Start Date: Wednesday, September 19, 2018
End Date: Wednesday, September 19, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Seminar on Swachchta with Input Dealers Towards Swachch village – vermicompost from house waste
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Organize cleaning of streets,drains and back alleys through awareness drives
Start Date: Tuesday, September 18, 2018
End Date: Tuesday, September 18, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Cleaning of front of trainees hostel and administrative building
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Organize cleaning of streets,drains and back alleys through awareness drives
Start Date: Monday, September 17, 2018
End Date: Monday, September 17, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK Campus
Description : Cleaning of Soil and Water Testing Lab and adjacent corridor
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Organize cleaning of streets,drains and back alleys through awareness drives
Start Date: Sunday, September 16, 2018
End Date: Sunday, September 16, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK Quarter Surroundings
Description : Cleaning of area beside residential quarter
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Debates,discussions,awareness programmes,poster competitions etc
Start Date: Saturday, September 15, 2018
End Date: Saturday, September 15, 2018

Event Category : Swachhata Hi Seva
Venue : KVK Campus and Bud Bud village
Description : 1.Taking Swachhta Pledge 2. Planting of fruit saplings
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Field Day on " Oyster Mushroom Cultivation"
Start Date: Thursday, August 9, 2018
End Date: Thursday, August 9, 2018

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Kasba, Galsi-I Block, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : About 20 rural women were present in the event.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Inauguration of DAESI Programme
Start Date: Wednesday, August 8, 2018
End Date: Wednesday, August 8, 2018

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : Training Hall, KVK Burdwan, ICAR-CRIJAF, West Bengal
Description : DAESI Programme was inaugurated by Mr. P. Chatterjee, Additional District Magistrate, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal. Other dignitaries were present in this programme Dr. S .Mondal, Principal Scientist, ICAR-ATARI, Kolkata, Mr. Gour Kr Sinha, Project Director, ATMA-Purba Bardhaman, Mr. Jagannath Chatterjee, Deputy Director of Agriculture (Admin.), Purba Bardhaman and Dr. Hemraj Bhandari, Scientist-Incharge, CSRSJAF, BudBud, Burdwan
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training Programme on "Oyster Mushroom Cultivation"
Start Date: Friday, July 20, 2018
End Date: Friday, July 20, 2018

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Kasba, Galsi-I Block, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : About 30 Farm Women participated in this programme.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training Programme on "Milky white Mushroom Cultivation"
Start Date: Thursday, July 19, 2018
End Date: Thursday, July 19, 2018

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Ranigunj, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : About 30 women participated in this programme
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Training Programme on "Oyster Mushroom Cultivation"
Start Date: Wednesday, July 18, 2018
End Date: Wednesday, July 18, 2018

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Gopalpur Colony, Aushgram-II, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : About 30 women participated in this training programme
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Sr. Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Webcasting of Interaction of farmers with Hon'ble Prime Minister
Start Date: Wednesday, June 20, 2018
End Date: Wednesday, June 20, 2018

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : An webcasting programme on interaction of farmers with Hon'ble Prime Minister was organized at KVK Burdwan, West Bengal on 20th June, 2018. Around 135 farmers and farm women were present at this event. The programme started at 9.30 a.m. with the welcome speech by our Hon'ble Prime Minister. He emphasized for an four point formula for the farmers with an objective to double their income. He interacted with farmers from various parts of India through video-conferencing. He put forward various suggestions that will help the farmers in a long way in coming days. All the farmers are very happy and Prime Minister also assured them similar interaction in near future.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Golam Ziauddin
SMS (Fishery Sc.)
golamziauddin@gmail.com
9474484157

Refresher Course for ATMA Extension Functionaries
Start Date: Monday, June 11, 2018
End Date: Wednesday, June 13, 2018

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK Campus, Bud Bud, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Refresher Course for ATMA Extension Functionaries
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Refresher Course for ATMA Extension Functionaries
Start Date: Wednesday, June 6, 2018
End Date: Friday, June 8, 2018

Event Category : In-Service Training
Venue : KVK Campus, Bud Bud, Purba Bardhaman
Description : Refresher Course for ATMA Extension Functionaries
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Technology Week Celebration
Start Date: Thursday, March 15, 2018
End Date: Saturday, March 17, 2018

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Campus, Krishi Vigyan Kendra Burdwan, Bud Bud, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : To take forward the initiative of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for a doubling farmers income by 2022, programme Krisak Sammelan was organized at Krishi Vigyan Kendra Campus, bud bud, Burdwan on 17th March, 2018 at 10.30 am. Shri Babul Supriyo, Hon’ble MP Asansol and MOS HI & PSE graced the occasion as CHIEF GUEST. Two experts Dr. Samir Karfa, SMS, and Biswajit Mandal , ADA, Seed certification , Department of Agriculture, Govt of West Bnegal and Dr. Hemraj Bhandari, Incharge, CSRSJAF, Budbud were present in the programme along with KVK official. Around 550 farmers were also in attendance for the programme. Dr. Golam Ziauddin, SMS(Fishery), KVK Burdwan coordinated the programme. he urged the Farmers that there is ample scope for doubling farmers’ income and need to shift from production to market-led system for higher return. Intensified diversification, processing, value addition, marketing and forming farmers producers’ organisations (FPOs) will help in enhancing the pr
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Webcasting of Prime Minister's Speech at Krishi Unnati Mela
Start Date: Saturday, March 17, 2018
End Date: Saturday, March 17, 2018

Event Category : Krishi Unnati Mela IARI
Venue : KVK Burdwan Campus
Description : To take forward the initiative of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for a doubling farmers income by 2022, programme Krisak Sammelan was organized at Krishi Vigyan Kendra Campus, bud bud, Burdwan on 17th March, 2018 at 10.30 am. Shri Babul Supriyo, Hon’ble MP Asansol and MOS HI & PSE graced the occasion as CHIEF GUEST. Two experts Dr. Samir Karfa, SMS, and Biswajit Mandal , ADA, Seed certification , Department of Agriculture, Govt of West Bnegal and Dr. Hemraj Bhandari, Incharge, CSRSJAF, Budbud were present in the programme along with KVK official. Around 550 farmers were also in attendance for the programme. Dr. Golam Ziauddin, SMS(Fishery), KVK Burdwan coordinated the programme. he urged the Farmers that there is ample scope for doubling farmers’ income and need to shift from production to market-led system for higher return. Intensified diversification, processing, value addition, marketing and forming farmers producers’ organisations (FPOs) will help in enhancing the pr
Contact Person Details
Dr. Golam Ziauddin
SMS (Fishery Sc.)
golamziauddin@gmail.com
9474484157

Celebration of World Soil Day
Start Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2017
End Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2017

Event Category : Workshop
Venue : Sitaramji Bhawan, Ranigunj, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : World Soil Day, 2017 was celebrated by Krishi Vigyan Kendra Burdwan at Sitaramji Bhawan, Ranigunj, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal on 5th Dececember, 2017. Nearly 275 farmers and farm women participated in this programme. Soil Health Card were distributed to the farmers who gave soil for testing at KVK Laboratory. They are given information about the importance of soil testing and soil test based fertilizer application in their field.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Installing Hoarding on Soil Health Card Scheme
Start Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2017
End Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Campus, KVK Burdwan, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : Two Hoarding was installed on the occasion of World Soil Day on 5th December, 2017
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Celebration of Mahila Kisan Divas
Start Date: Sunday, October 15, 2017
End Date: Sunday, October 15, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Mahila Kisan Divas was celebrated at KVK Burdwan, West Bengal. Around 55 Farm Women, School dropouts and self employed women were present in this programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Taking pledge of a New India and doubling farmers' income
Start Date: Tuesday, August 29, 2017
End Date: Tuesday, August 29, 2017

Event Category : Sankalp Se Siddhi
Venue : Sitaramji Bhavan, Ranigunj CR Road, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : Shri Babul Supriyo, Hon’ble MP Asansol and MOS HI & PSE graced the occasion as CHIEF GUEST. Two experts Prof. G N Chattopadhyay, Ex-Professor and Head, Palli Siksha Bhawan, Biswabharti and Dr. Hemraj Bhandari, Incharge, CSRSJAF, Budbud were present in the programme along with KVK official. Around 450 farmers were also in attendance for the programme. Dr. Dipankar Ghorai, Prog. Coordinator, KVK Burdwan coordinated the programme. Speaking on the occasion Hon’ble MP and MoS drew the attention towards doubling farmers income by 2022 through seven point strategy conceptualize by Hon’ble PM. All participants took the New India Pledge of “Come, let us together pledge for building a New India by 2022, a Clean India, a Poverty-free India, a Corruption-free India, a Terrorism-free India, a Communalism-free India, and a Casteism-free India” along with pledge for doubling farmers income by 2022 through the 7 point strategy.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

FLD initiation and Input distribution on Kharif Onion
Start Date: Wednesday, August 2, 2017
End Date: Wednesday, August 2, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Salanpur, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : Around 25 farmers were given one kg each Onion Seed for FLD purpose. They were given a lecture on scientific kharif onion production technology.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Demonstration on Nail Weeder
Start Date: Wednesday, August 2, 2017
End Date: Wednesday, August 2, 2017

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Sangkalp NGO, Salanpur, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : The farmers enrolled in FLD on Kharif Onion Cultivation were given a demonstration on how to use Nail Weeder for weeding in field. Two (02) Nail Weeders were distributed among the present farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Ex-Trainees Samellan
Start Date: Thursday, July 27, 2017
End Date: Thursday, July 27, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Training Hall, KVK Burdwan, Bud Bud, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : An Ex-Trainees Samellan was organized at Training Hall, KVK Burdwan, Bud Bud, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal on 27th July, 2017. The trainees were asked to share their post-training experience. Emphasis was given on how they were use the knowledge gained during training in farming.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Kharif Kisan Samellan
Start Date: Monday, July 24, 2017
End Date: Monday, July 24, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Training Hall, KVK Burdwan, Bud Bud, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : A Kharif Kisan Samellan was organized on 24th July, 2017 at Training Hall, KVK Burdwan, Bud Bud, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal. Around 60 farmers and farm women were present in this event. In this event participants were made aware regarding latest agricultural technology during kharif season in agriculture and allied sectors. The chief guest Shri. Paresh Pal, Krishi Karmadhakhya, Purba Bardhaman told the farmers to have a scientific approach towards farming. He also urged the people to take benefit of agricultural schemes. In the end there was farmers-scientist interaction.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Awareness Camp on Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yajona (PMFBY)
Start Date: Thursday, July 20, 2017
End Date: Thursday, July 20, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Campus, Bud Bud, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : An Awareness Camp on Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yajona (PMFBY) was organized by KVK Burdwan on 20/07/2017 at KVK Campus, Bud Bud, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal. Around 60 farmers from district were benefited by this programme. Around 45 farmers filled a form regarding PMFBY and submitted to respective offices.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training Programme on Formation and Management of Selp Help Group (SHG)
Start Date: Monday, July 17, 2017
End Date: Monday, July 17, 2017

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Salanpur, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : A Training Programme on Formation and Management of Selp Help Group (SHG) was organized at Salanpur, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal on 17th July, 2017. Around 25 farmers and farm women were present in this training programme. Discussion on Formation and Management of SHGs was done in details.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Monica Suresh Singh
SMS (Agrculture Extension)
monyssingh@gmail.com
8391833949

Training Programme on Improved TCB Cultivation
Start Date: Monday, July 17, 2017
End Date: Monday, July 17, 2017

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Sangkalp NGO, Salanpur, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : A Training Programme on Improved TCB Cultivation was organized at Sangkalp NGO, Salanpur, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal on 17th July, 2017. Around 25 farmers and farm women were made aware about the Complete package of practices for Tissue Culture Banana.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Advisory Services for Horticultural Activities
Start Date: Monday, July 17, 2017
End Date: Monday, July 17, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Salanpur, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : Advisory services to farmers were provided to farmers regarding cucurbits and kharif onion cultivation at Sangkalp NGO, Salanpur, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Demonstration on Poly Azolla Pit
Start Date: Thursday, June 29, 2017
End Date: Thursday, June 29, 2017

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Salanpur, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : Three (03) Poly Azolla Pit were given for cultivating Azolla as a animal feed. Complete method of cultivating Azolla in Poly Pit was demonstrated to the farmers present.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Monica Suresh Singh
SMS (Agrculture Extension)
monyssingh@gmail.com
8391833949

Farmers Group Meeting
Start Date: Monday, June 19, 2017
End Date: Monday, June 19, 2017

Event Category : Group Meetings
Venue : Jamuria Block, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : A Farmers Group Meeting was organized in Jamuria Block, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal on 19.06.2017. The training topic was soil test based fertilizer application. KVK scientists explained the importance of soil testing and its application. Representative of Shri Babul Supriyo, Hon'ble MP Asansol and State Minister of Heavy Industry was present there to grace the occasion. Soil Health Card recommended by KVK and Foundation Paddy Seed provided by KVK, Fertilizer and Growth Promoter was distributed to the farmers. Around 78 farmers were present in this training programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Farmers Group Meeting
Start Date: Sunday, June 18, 2017
End Date: Sunday, June 18, 2017

Event Category : Group Meetings
Venue : Andal Block, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : A Farmers Group Meeting was organized in Andal Block, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal on 18.06.2017. The training topic was soil test based fertilizer application. KVK scientists explained the importance of soil testing and its application. Shri Babul Supriyo, Hon'ble MP Asansol and State Minister of Heavy Industry was present there to grace the occasion. He distributed Soil Health Card recommended by KVK and Foundation Paddy Seed provided by KVK, Fertilizer and Growth Promoter to the farmers. Around 100 farmers were present in this training programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Field Inspection of Sesame under CFLD (NMOOP)
Start Date: Friday, June 9, 2017
End Date: Friday, June 9, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Alutia, Ausgram-I Block, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : A field visit was organized at Alutia, Ausgram-I Block, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal for Field Inspection of Sesame under CFLD (NMOOP) on 09.06.2017
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Field Inspection of Groundnut under CFLD (NMOOP)
Start Date: Friday, June 9, 2017
End Date: Friday, June 9, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Alutia, Ausgram-I, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : A Field Inspection of Groundnut under CFLD (NMOOP) was conducted on 09.06.2017 at Alutia, Ausgram-I, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Field Inspection of Greengram under CFLD (NFSM)
Start Date: Friday, June 9, 2017
End Date: Friday, June 9, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Alutia, Ausgram-I, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : A Field Inspection of Greengram under CFLD (NFSM) was conducted on 09.06.2017 at Alutia, Ausgram-I, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Field visit of Sesame under CFLD (NMOOP)
Start Date: Friday, June 9, 2017
End Date: Friday, June 9, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Sirorai, Galsi-I, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal
Description : A Field Inspection of Sesame under CFLD (NMOOP) was organized at Sirorai, Galsi-I, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal on 09.06.2017
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Exposure Visit to KVK Campus
Start Date: Tuesday, May 16, 2017
End Date: Tuesday, May 16, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : KVK Campus, KVK Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Around 60 farmers and farm women from Salanpur Block, West Bardhaman, West Bengal visited KVK Burdwan on 16th May, 2017. They were taken round the KVK Farm and shown models integrated farming system, orchards, shed-net, etc. Demonstrations on TCB, Azolla Production, Annual Moringa were shown to them.Also two lectures on profitable agriculture and scientific vegetable cultivation were given to them.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Monica Suresh Singh
SMS (Agrculture Extension)
monyssingh@gmail.com
8391833949

Seminar on "Swachh Bharat"
Start Date: Tuesday, May 16, 2017
End Date: Tuesday, May 16, 2017

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : Training Hall, KVK Burdwan, West Bengal,
Description : A seminar on "Swatchh Bharat" was conducted by KVK Burdwan on 16th May, 2017 at KVK training hall. Around 70 farmers and farm women were benefited from this programme. The seminar dealt with importance of hygiene, sanitation and clean environment. It also gave importance of recycling farm waste into compost. Lastly it dealt with animal health and cleanlines and sanitation of cattle shed.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training cum Awarness Camp on Central Sector Scheme
Start Date: Thursday, April 27, 2017
End Date: Thursday, April 27, 2017

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Noni Sabuj Sangha Club, Noni, Asansol
Description : A one day training cum awareness camp is to be held at Noni on 27th April, 2017. Around 300-400 farmers and farm women are accepted to be benefited from this training. this training cum awareness camp is on central sector scheme. here farmers will be given information of central sector schemes such as Soil Health Card Scheme, Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yogana, Pradhan Mantri Kausal Vikas Yogana. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yogana and Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yogana.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training cum Awarness Camp on Central Sector Scheme
Start Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2017
End Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2017

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Sri Durga Community Hall, Baska Road, Madanpur, Andal
Description : A one day training cum awarness camp is to be held at Andal on 26th April, 2017. Around 300-400 farmers and farm women are accepted to be benefitted from this training. this training cum awarness camp is on central sector scheme. here farmers will be given information of central sector schemes such as Soil Health Card Scheme, Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yogana, Pradhan Mantri Kausal Vikas Yogana. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yogana and Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yogana.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training cum Awarness Camp on Central Sector Scheme
Start Date: Tuesday, April 25, 2017
End Date: Tuesday, April 25, 2017

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Uday Sangha Marriage Hall, Ballavpur, Raniganj
Description : A one day training cum awareness camp is to be held at Raniganj on 25th April, 2017. Around 300-400 farmers and farm women are accepted to be benefited from this training. this training cum awareness camp is on central sector scheme. here farmers will be given information of central sector schemes such as Soil Health Card Scheme, Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yogana, Pradhan Mantri Kausal Vikas Yogana. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yogana and Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yogana.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training cum Awarness Camp on Central Sector Scheme
Start Date: Monday, April 24, 2017
End Date: Monday, April 24, 2017

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Panchyat Community Hall, Bahadurpur, Jamuria
Description : A one day training cum awarness camp is to be held art Bahadurpur on 24th April, 2017. Around 300-400 farmers and farm women are accepted to be benefitted from this training. this training cum awarness camp is on central sector scheme. here farmers will be given information of central sector schemes such as Soil Health Card Scheme, Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yogana, Pradhan Mantri Kausal Vikas Yogana. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yogana and Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yogana.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Improved Production Technology of Jute Cultivation
Start Date: Friday, April 7, 2017
End Date: Friday, April 7, 2017

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Jirat, Hoogly, West Bengal
Description : A training on Improved Production Technology of Jute Cultivation was organized at Jirat, Hoogly, West Bengal on 07.04.2017. In this training the farmers were given information on improved jute variety JRO-204 and CO-58. They were also told the importance of line sowing in jute using seed drills. Two demonstration on seed drill and nail weeder were shown to the farmers respectively. The farmers were also told about pest and weed management of jute and improved jute retting using CRIJAF-SONA. Around 100 farmers were present in this programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Improved Production Technology of Jute Cultivation
Start Date: Thursday, April 6, 2017
End Date: Thursday, April 6, 2017

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Champadanga, Hoogly, West Bengal
Description : A training on Improved Production Technology of Jute Cultivation was organized at Champadanga, Hoogly, West Bengal on 06.04.2017. In this training the farmers were given information on improved jute variety JRO-204 and CO-58. They were also told the importance of line sowing in jute using seed drills. Two demonstration on seed drill and nail weeder were shown to the farmers respectively. The farmers were also told about pest and weed management of jute and improved jute retting using CRIJAF-SONA. Around 80 farmers were present in this programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Improved Production Technology of Jute Cultivation
Start Date: Thursday, April 6, 2017
End Date: Thursday, April 6, 2017

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Haripal, Hoogly, West Bengal
Description : A training on Improved Production Technology of Jute Cultivation was organized at Haripal, Hoogly, West Bengal on 06.04.2017. In this training the farmers were given information on improved jute variety JRO-204 and CO-58. They were also told the importance of line sowing in jute using seed drills. Two demonstration on seed drill and nail weeder were shown to the farmers respectively. The farmers were also told about pest and weed management of jute and improved jute retting using CRIJAF-SONA. Around 90 farmers were present in this programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Improved Production Technology of Jute Cultivation
Start Date: Saturday, April 1, 2017
End Date: Saturday, April 1, 2017

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Golahat, Purbasthali-I, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : A training on Improved Production Technology of Jute Cultivation was organized at Golahat, Purbasthali-I, Burdwan, West Bengal on 01.04.2017. In this training the farmers were given information on improved jute variety JRO-204 and CO-58. They were also told the importance of line sowing in jute using seed drills. Two demonstration on seed drill and nail weeder were shown to the farmers respectively. Around 60 farmers were present in this programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Improved Production Technology of Jute Cultivation
Start Date: Saturday, April 1, 2017
End Date: Saturday, April 1, 2017

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Mirzapur, Kalna-I, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : A training on Improved Production Technology of Jute Cultivation was organized at Mirzapur, Kalna-I, Burdwan, West Bengal on 01.04.2017. In this training the farmers were given information on improved jute variety JRO-204 and CO-58. They were also told the importance of line sowing in jute using seed drills. Two demonstration on seed drill and nail weeder were shown to the farmers respectively. Around 70 farmers were present in this programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Skill Development Training on "Quality Seed Grower"
Start Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2017
End Date: Thursday, March 23, 2017

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : Krishi Vigyan Kendra Burdwan, Bud Bud, Burdwan, West Bengal-713403
Description : Every farmer should able to access healthy seeds which are genetically pure, with high seed vigour and good germination percentage. Timely availability of good quality seeds at reasonable price ensures good yield and profit to the farmers. The seeds plays a vital role in agriculture and acts as a carrier of the genetic potential of varieties. Quality seed production which follows efficient certification procedures plays a major role in the increase of food production of our country. To ensure this, the Government has prescribed standards and has brought in seed production techniques, testing, certification and marketing procedures through the Seeds Act, 1966.In the current scenario, the demand for good quality certified seeds far exceed the availability in the market. This manual provides details about production and procurement of good quality seeds.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Skill Development Training on "Solanaceous Crop Cultivator"
Start Date: Wednesday, February 15, 2017
End Date: Wednesday, March 15, 2017

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK Campus, Krishi Vigyan Kendra Burdwan, Bud Bud, Burdwan, West Bengal-713403
Description : The course- Solanaceous Crop Cultivator involves cultivation of solanaceous crop as per the package of practices recommended for a particular agronomic climate zone, type of soil, rainfall pattern and climatic condition to achieve the yield as per the genetic potential of given variety and sell the produce as per the competitive market prices without distress sale. This course includes all the scientific aspects of cultivation viz. seed and varietal selection, seedling raising, seed and soil treatment, nutrient management, water management, weed management, integrated pest and disease management and marketing of produce. It also takes care of the environment friendly cultivation practice which is the most important need of modern production system. So in a nutshell this course offers a holistic approach towards the self sufficiency of farming community in respect of solanaceous crop.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on "Preparation of Jute Handicrafts"
Start Date: Friday, January 20, 2017
End Date: Friday, February 3, 2017

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : Abhirampur, Asugram-II, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Training on Jute Handicrafts Preparation for tribal women and school dropouts will start on 20th January, 2017 with the objective to impart skill in preparing various items using Jute. This will help them to start a small Jute Handicrafts enterprise which will help them to earn additional income and improve their livelihood.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Monica Suresh Singh
SMS (Agrculture Extension)
monyssingh@gmail.com
8391833949

Field Day on Lentil Cultivation
Start Date: Monday, January 23, 2017
End Date: Monday, January 23, 2017

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Kasba, Galsi-I, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : A Field Day on Lentil Cultivation was organized by KVK Burdwan on 23rd January, 2017 at Kasba, Galsi-I, Burdwan, West Bengal. Around 100 farmers were benefited by this field day. They were made aware about improved cultivation practice of Lentil. They also visited fields under KVK demonstration.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Block Krishi Mela of Galsi-I Block
Start Date: Saturday, January 21, 2017
End Date: Sunday, January 22, 2017

Event Category : Kisan Mela
Venue : Mahakali School Ground, Bud Bud, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : KVK Burdwan has participated and exhibited in Block Krishi Mela of Galsi-I Block at Mahakali School Ground, Bud Bud, Burdwan, West Bengal. The stall was visited and inaugurated by Hon’ble MIC Labour and ESI Department, Law and justice, West Bengal, Shri Malai Ghatak. Around 1000 farmers were visited the KVK stall in the mela. They learned about advances in agriculture and allied fields in recent times.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Farmers Exposure Visit to Nanur
Start Date: Saturday, January 21, 2017
End Date: Saturday, January 21, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Phycus Farm, Nanur, Bhirbhum, West Bengal
Description : An Exposure Visit for 30 nos. Progressive Fish farmers from Burdwan district was organized by KVK Burdwan on 17th Januray, 2017 to Phycus Farm, Nanur, Bhirbhum, West Bengal. It was a very good experience for the farmers. They could see how various components of agriculture were incorporated together and turned into a successful agro-tourism center. The center contained one 2 ha pond on which boating facility was available along with fishery.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Monica Suresh Singh
SMS (Agrculture Extension)
monyssingh@gmail.com
8391833949

Saansad Mela
Start Date: Friday, January 13, 2017
End Date: Sunday, January 15, 2017

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Asansol Loco Ground, West Bengal
Description : The target and priority is not only to show-case the various pro-poor endeavor of Central Government but also to have actual pavilions from different Ministries/Departments where people can actually come and avail on-going benefits and schemes introduced by the Central Government. Some of the Pavilions planned will inter-alia includes the following: (a) New LPG connections under Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana. (Ministry of Petroleum) (b) Credit link subsidy scheme under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana. (Ministry of Housing and Urban Poverty Alleviation) (c) Bank counters for social security Scheme Viz. Atal Pension Yojana, Jeevan Jyoti Yojana and Pradhan Mantri Surksha Bima Yojana. (Ministry of Finance) (d) Bank counters for opening bank accounts under Jan Dhan Yojana, Mudra Loan, Startup India, etc. (Ministry of Finance) (e) Agriculture help desk for soil health card, distribution of seeds and Pradhan Mantri Fasal Beema Yojana. (Ministry of Agriculture)
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Training on Kantha Stitch Preparation for tribal women and school dropouts
Start Date: Thursday, January 5, 2017
End Date: Wednesday, January 11, 2017

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : Abhirampur, Ausgram-II, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Training on Kantha Stitch Preparation for tribal women and school dropouts was organized from 5th January, 2017 to 11th January, 2017 with the objective to impart skill in designing various items using kantha stitch. This will help them to start a small kantha product enterprise which will help them to earn additional income and improve their livelihood.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Monica Suresh Singh
SMS (Agrculture Extension)
monyssingh@gmail.com
8391833949

Observance of World Soil day by KVK Burdwan
Start Date: Monday, December 5, 2016
End Date: Monday, December 5, 2016

Event Category : Other Event
Venue : Bengal Rice Mill, Pursa, Galsi-I, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : World Soil Day was organized by KVK Burdwan on 05.12.16 at Bengal Rice Mill, Pursa, Galsi – I block of the district to emphasize the need for soil health management and upkeeping of soil quality for sustainable production of food in the future. Nearly 250 farmers from different parts of the district participated in the event. The CHIEF GUEST during the occasion was Shri Banamali Hazra, Former MLA, Bhatar and presently Director, Agricultural Cooperative and Rural Development Bank, Burdwan. GUEST OF HONOUR in the occasion was Prof. Sanjay Kumar Dutta Ray, Associate Dean, Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya, Burdwan campus. Other resource persons present were Dr. Partha Ghosh and Dr. Milan Kr. Mandal, Asst. Directors of Agriculture, Burdwan and SMSs of KVK Burdwan. Shri Banamali Hazra pointed to the fact that the second green revolution has to start from the eastern region and as such farmers in the region has to be proactive to maintain soil quality in order to achieve the desired.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

XIIIth Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) Meeting
Start Date: Tuesday, September 27, 2016
End Date: Tuesday, September 27, 2016

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : KVK Burdwan, Bud Bud, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : The XIIIth meeting of Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) for KVK, Burdwan was held at KVK on September 27, 2016. The meeting was conducted under the chairmanship of Dr. P.G. Karmarkar, Director, CRIJAF and was illuminated by the presence of Dr. S. Satpathy, Head, Crop Protection and Headquarter Incharge KVK, CRIJAF, Dr. D. K. Kundu, Head, Crop Production, CRIJAF, Dr. P. Pal, Principal Scientist, ICAR-ATARI, Zone II, very distinguished Principal Scientists of CRIJAF, officials of line departments and banks and farmers’ representatives. Dr. D. Ghorai, Programme Coordinator (I/C) of KVK formally welcomed all the delegates. With the permission of Chair, Dr. Ghorai presented the action taken report on the recommendations given during the previous SAC meeting which was followed by presentation of KVKs Progress Report of 2015-16 and Action Plan for the year 2016-17.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Hindi Diwas Celebration
Start Date: Tuesday, September 20, 2016
End Date: Tuesday, September 20, 2016

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan, Bud Bud, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Hindi Diwas was celebrated successfully at KVK Burdwan, Bud Bud, Burdwan, West Bengal on 20.09.2016. On this Occasion Dr. D. Ghorai I/C Programme Coordinator and Dr. Monica S. Singh SMS (Agril. Extension. ) gave valuable lectures. About 35 students from nearby Hindi High School participated in writing essay on "स्कूल में कृषि शिक्षा". Teachers from this school also gave their valuable speeches on this occasion.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Monica Suresh Singh
SMS (Agrculture Extension)
monyssingh@gmail.com
8391833949

Training on "Plant propagation techniques of sub-tropical fruit crops"
Start Date: Friday, September 16, 2016
End Date: Friday, September 16, 2016

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Kuchidanda, Bhalki, Aushgram-II Block, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Training Programme for Tribal farmers and farm women was organized on 16.09.2016 at Kuchidanda, Bhalki, Aushgram-II Block, Burdwan, West Bengal. Dr. Subrata Sarkar, SMS (Horticulture) gave lecture on Plant propagation techniques of sub-tropical fruit crops. About 50 farmers participated in this training programme. This training programme was organized under Tribal Sub Plan (TSP).
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on "Entrepreneurial ability and avenues for rural women for women empowerment"
Start Date: Friday, September 16, 2016
End Date: Friday, September 16, 2016

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Kuchidanda, Bhalki, Aushgram-II Block, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Training Programme for Tribal farmers and farm women was organized on 16.09.2016 at Kuchidanda, Bhalki, Aushgram-II Block, Burdwan, West Bengal. Dr. Monica Suresh Singh, SMS(Agril. Extension) gave lecture on Entrepreneurial ability and avenues for rural women for women empowerment. About 50 farmers participated in this training programme. This training programme was organized under Tribal Sub Plan (TSP).
Contact Person Details
Dr. Monica Suresh Singh
SMS (Agrculture Extension)
monyssingh@gmail.com
8391833949

Training on "Carp breeding and hatchery management"
Start Date: Friday, September 16, 2016
End Date: Friday, September 16, 2016

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Kuchidanda, Bhalki, Aushgram-II Block, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Training Programme for Tribal farmers and farm women was organized on 16.09.2016 at Kuchidanda, Bhalki, Aushgram-II Block, Burdwan, West Bengal. Dr. Golam Ziauddin, SMS (Fishery Sc.) gave lecture on Carp breeding and hatchery management. About 50 farmers participated in this training programme. This training programme was organized under Tribal Sub Plan (TSP).
Contact Person Details
Dr. Golam Ziauddin
SMS (Fishery Sc.)
golamziauddin@gmail.com
9474484157

Training on "Composite fish culture"
Start Date: Thursday, September 15, 2016
End Date: Thursday, September 15, 2016

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Bijoy Danga, Jairampur, Aushgram-II Block, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Training Programme for Tribal farmers and farm women was organized on 15.09.2016 at Bijoy Danga, Jairampur, Aushgram-II Block, Burdwan, West Bengal. Dr. Golam Ziauddin, SMS (Fishery Sc.) gave lecture on Composite fish culture. About 50 farmers participated in this training programme. This training programme was organized under Tribal Sub Plan (TSP).
Contact Person Details
Dr. Golam Ziauddin
SMS (Fishery Sc.)
golamziauddin@gmail.com
9474484157

Training on "Orchards development"
Start Date: Thursday, September 15, 2016
End Date: Thursday, September 15, 2016

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Bijoy Danga, Jairampur, Aushgram-II Block, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Training Programme for Tribal farmers and farm women was organized on 15.09.2016 at Bijoy Danga, Jairampur, Aushgram-II Block, Burdwan, West Bengal. Dr. Subrata Sarkar, SMS (Horticulture) gave lecture on Orchards development. About 50 farmers participated in this training programme. This training programme was organized under Tribal Sub Plan (TSP).
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Training on "Formation and management of self help groups"
Start Date: Wednesday, September 14, 2016
End Date: Wednesday, September 14, 2016

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Potna, Galsi-I Block, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Training Programme for Tribal farmers and farm women was organized on 14.09.2016 at Potna, Galsi-I Block, Burdwan, West Bengal. Dr. Monica Suresh Singh, SMS(Agril. Extension) gave lecture on Formation and management of self help groups. About 50 farmers participated in this training programme. This training programme was organized under Tribal Sub Plan (TSP).
Contact Person Details
Dr. Monica Suresh Singh
SMS (Agrculture Extension)
monyssingh@gmail.com
8391833949

Training on "Carp fry and fingerling rearing"
Start Date: Wednesday, September 14, 2016
End Date: Wednesday, September 14, 2016

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Potna, Galsi-I Block, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Training Programme for Tribal farmers and farm women was organized on 14.09.2016 at Potna, Galsi-I Block, Burdwan, West Bengal. Dr. Golam Ziauddin, SMS (Fishery Sc.) gave lecture on Carp fry and fingerling rearing. About 50 farmers participated in this training programme. This training programme was organized under Tribal Sub Plan (TSP).
Contact Person Details
Dr. Golam Ziauddin
SMS (Fishery Sc.)
golamziauddin@gmail.com
9474484157

Training on "Improved cultivation of tissue culture banana"
Start Date: Wednesday, September 14, 2016
End Date: Wednesday, September 14, 2016

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Potna, Galsi-I Block, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Training Programme for Tribal farmers and farm women was organized on 14.09.2016 at Potna, Galsi-I Block, Burdwan, West Bengal. Dr. Subrata Sarkar, SMS (Horticulture) gave lecture on Improved cultivation of tissue culture banana. About 50 farmers participated in this training programme. This training programme was organized under Tribal Sub Plan (TSP).
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

ATMA Trg. on Cultivation of Early Vegetable
Start Date: Thursday, August 4, 2016
End Date: Thursday, August 4, 2016

Event Category : Other Training
Venue : Jumaria Block, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Keeping in view the need for cultivation of early vegetables a training was conducted by ADA, Jamuria under ATMA Scheme. Dr. Subrata Sarkar, SMS (Hort.) was invited as resource person for above said training. About 50 progressive farmers from the region participated. The different aspects and problems of early cultivation of vegetables like seedling production to plant protection measures were discussed thoroughly. Preparation and application of certain bio-pesticides were also discussed.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Demonstration of CRIJAF-SONA in FLD under NFSM Commercial Crops (Jute)
Start Date: Monday, August 1, 2016
End Date: Monday, August 1, 2016

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Kuricha village, Purbasthali-I Block, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Application of CRIJAF-SONA for improved jute retting in FLD under NFSM Commercial Crops (Jute) in Kuricha village, Purbasthali-I Block, Burdwan, West Bengal on 01.08.2016 was demonstrated by Dr. Dipankar Ghorai, SMS(Agriculture). He also described the benefits of this Microbial Consortium to the quality of Jute Fibre. The products - CRIJAF-SONA were distributed among farmers under FLD programme. About 50 farmers participated in this training programme. Scientists from ICAR-CRIJAF, Barrackpore, West Bengal gave important and useful information about the application of CRIJAF-SONA.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Hand on trg. on Application of CRIJAF-SONA for better jute retting
Start Date: Thursday, July 28, 2016
End Date: Thursday, July 28, 2016

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Mirzapur, Kalna-I Block, District: Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Hand on Training Programme on Application of CRIJAF-SONA for improved jute retting was demonstrated by Dr. Dipankar Ghorai, SMS(Agriculture). He also described the benefits of this Microbial Consortium to the quality of Jute Fibre. The products - CRIJAF-SONA were distributed among farmers under FLD programme. About 50 farmers participated in this training programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Farmers Orientation-cum-Training Programme on Kharif Onion Cultivation
Start Date: Thursday, July 28, 2016
End Date: Thursday, July 28, 2016

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Mirzapur, Kalna-I Block, District: Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Farmers Orientation-cum-Training Programme on Kharif Onion Cultivation was organized on 28.07.2016 at Mirzapur, Kalna-I Block. Dr. Subrata Sarkar, SMS(Horticulture) described the techniques of different aspects of Kharif Onion cultivation like seed bed preparation, nutrition, weed management and plant protection to the farmers. Onion seeds were distributed among interested farmers under FLD About 50 farmers participated in this training programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Hand on training on Farm Mechanization in PPP Mode
Start Date: Friday, July 22, 2016
End Date: Friday, July 22, 2016

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : KVK Burdwan Field, Bud Bud, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : Keeping in view the need for mechanization in paddy cultivation, which is by far the most important enterprise of farmers of the district, KVK Burdwan organized the hand on training on transplanting of paddy through paddy transplanter. The programme was done in PPP mode with Yanmar Coromondel Agrisolution Pvt. Ltd. In the campus of KVK where 30 progressive farmers from the region participated. The logistic arrangement was provided by the KVK whereas they supplied the necessary seed bed along with the machine which can transplant 2.5 acre of land in 2 hours thereby saving much farmer cost for transplanting and seedling preparation. The farmers were encouraged and was eager to apply the same in their own field.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Field Day on Line Sowing of Jute Through Multirow Seed Drill
Start Date: Saturday, July 16, 2016
End Date: Saturday, July 16, 2016

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Mirzapur, Kalna-I Block, Burdwan District, West Bengal
Description : A Field Day on "Line Sowing of Jute Through Multirow Seed Drill" was organized at Mirzapur, Kalna-I Block, Burdwan District, West Bengal by ICAR-CRIJAF and Krishi Vigyan Kendra Burdwan. About 70 farmers were present at this event. Scientists from ICAR-CRIJAF, Barrackpore, West Bengal gave important and useful information about Line Sowing of Jute Through Multirow Seed Drill.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Celebration of 88th ICAR Foundation Day
Start Date: Saturday, July 16, 2016
End Date: Saturday, July 16, 2016

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : Burdwan KVK, West Bengal
Description : 88th ICAR Foundation Day was celebrated at KVK Burdwan. In this occasion about 55 SC and ST farmers and farm women was given valuable information about ICAR and its roles in agriculture and allied sectors.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Subrata Sarkar
SMS (Horticulture)
subrata_hort@rediffmail.com
9433982508

Farmers Orientation-cum-Training Programme on IPM in Rice in Collaboration with PPL Nabaratna
Start Date: Friday, July 15, 2016
End Date: Friday, July 15, 2016

Event Category : Farmers and Farm Women Training
Venue : KVK Campus, Burdwan KVK
Description : Farmers Orientation-cum-Training Programme on IPM in Rice in Collaboration with PPL Nabaratna was organized on 15.05.2016 at Burdwan KVK Campus. About 60 farmers participated in this training programme.
Contact Person Details
Mr. Sandipan Garai
Technical Officer
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9474377018

Field Day on "Improved Jute Cultivation"
Start Date: Friday, July 8, 2016
End Date: Friday, July 8, 2016

Event Category : Field Day
Venue : Golahat, Purbasthali-I Block, Burdwan District, West Bengal
Description : A Field Day on "Improved Jute Cultivation" was organized at Golahat, Purbasthali-I Block, Burdwan District, West Bengal by Krishi Vigyan Kendra Burdwan. About 60 farmers were present at this event. Scientists from ICAR-CRIJAF, Barrackpore, West Bengal gave important and useful information about the improved method of jute cultivation.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Jute Trial under NFSM (Commercial Crop)
Start Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016
End Date: Saturday, June 25, 2016

Event Category : Agriculture Method Demonstration
Venue : Mirzapur, Kalna-I Block, Burdwan
Description : Field inspection at Mirzapur, Kalna-I Block, Burdwan for emonstration on Improved Jute Cultivation under NFSM (Commercial Crop).
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Celebration of Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yajona
Start Date: Friday, May 27, 2016
End Date: Saturday, May 28, 2016

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : KVK Campus, KVK Burdwan
Description : A one day farmers’ fair on Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojna was organized by KVK Burdwan on 5th April, 2016 at 10.00 am. The programme started with welcome address by Dr. M. S. Singh, SMS (Ag. Extn.). She also gave a lecture on PMFBY. After that Dr. D. Ghorai, I/C PC gave brief information regarding the programme and talked on the importance organic farming and production of vermicompost. Mr. J. Chatterjee in his lecture emphasized the importance of soil testing and soil health card. Mr. S. Karfa emphasized on importance of crop insurance and gave brief on RKBY. Dr. S. Biswas put emphasize on use of organic pesticide instead of chemical pesticide. Pertinent video on PMFBY was shown to the farmers. One minute video of the programme was prepared and is attached along with this report.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

HRD programme for young farmers under Sub Mission on AgriIcultural Mechanization
Start Date: Monday, February 29, 2016
End Date: Monday, March 7, 2016

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan, Bud Bud, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : KVK CRIJAF was entrusted by DAC&FW for one HRD programme under Sub Mission on AgriIcultural Mechanization for farmers of the districts of Burdwan and Birbhum. As such the KVK has conducted two 7 day residential orientation training of 25 young farmers each of the districts of Burdwan and Birbhum during Feb-Mar., 2016 in its campus. Emphasis was on increasing mechanization on cultivation of paddy. The trainees were thoroughly hand-on trained on use and operation of machines like zero-till- seed-cum-fertilizer-drill, paddy transplanters of different kind, combine harvesters, drum seeder, power thresher, paddy reaper etc. The programme was conducted in PPP mode with private partners like Mahindra and CLAAS. The trainees were taken to various related organizations for efficient exposure in the subject.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Monica Suresh Singh
SMS (Agrculture Extension)
monyssingh@gmail.com
8391833949

Rabi Kisan sammelan
Start Date: Friday, February 5, 2016
End Date: Friday, February 5, 2016

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : KVK Burdwan, Bud Bud, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : As directed by ICAR, KVK CRIJAF has conducted two nos of KISAN SAMMELANS, one in kharif 2015 and another in rabi2015-16 with the presence of public representatives. Both the events were organized in KVK farm. Kharif Kisan Sammelan was organized on 9th July, 2015. Sri N. Chakraborty, Krishi Karmadhakshya, Burdwan Zilla Parishad graced the occasion and addressed the gathering of around 250 farmers on the initiatives taken by his department in changing the agricultural scenario of the district, through introduction of kharif onion cultivation, potato seed production, creating market linkagefor jute farmers etc. The rabi Kisan sammelan was organized on 5th February, 2016 and was graced by the presence of Hon’ble MP, Sri Sunil Mondal. Around 170 farmers participated in the event.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Jai Kisan Jai Vigyan Diwas
Start Date: Thursday, December 24, 2015
End Date: Thursday, December 24, 2015

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : SIDHABARI, Salanpur Block, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : As per directives from ICAR, KVK CRIJAF duly observed ‘Jai Kisan Jai Vigyan Diwas’ to celebrate the birth anniversary of former Prime Ministers Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Late Shri Chaudhary Charan Singh. The celebration was organized keeping in view their immense contribution for promoting use of science for the welfare of farmers. The programme was organized in the Sansad Adarsh Gram namely, SIDHABARI, adopted by Sri Babul Supriyo in the Salanpur Block of the district. About 90 farmers of the Adarsh Gram and adjoining villages participated in the programme apart for line department officials. The importance of scientific agriculture in maintaining sustainability of production and future food security of the country was discussed.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

World soil day observance
Start Date: Saturday, December 5, 2015
End Date: Saturday, December 5, 2015

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : Golahat in Purbasthali-I block, Bhata in Bhatar block and Jagulipara in Galsi-I block of Burdwan district, West Bengal
Description : Comprehensive management of soil health for sustainable production has been give top most priority by the government. Consequent upon this, and as per directives of ICAR, KVK has observed World Soil Day on 5th December, 2015, as has been declared by the United Nations, in three different locations of the district, simultaneously, namely, Golahat in Purbasthali-I block, Bhata in Bhatar block and Jagulipara in Galsi-I block of the district. Around 265 Soil Health cards were distributed in the three camps and was participated by around 465 farmers.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

XIIth Scientific Advisory Committee Meeting of KVK
Start Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2015
End Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Event Category : Group Meetings
Venue : KVK Burdwan, Bud Bud, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : The XIth meeting of Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) of the KVK was held on September 23, 2015 under the Chairmanship of Dr. P.G. Karmarkar, Director, CRIJAF. Dr. H. S. Sen, Former Director, CRIJAF was the Guest-of-Honour for the occasion. The Head of Divisions and scientists of CRIJAF, Heads/ Pr. Scientists from NDRI, Kalyani, IVRI, Kilkata and CSSRI, Canning, representative of ICAR-ATARI, Kolkata and senior officials ofstate line departments, farmer representatives and mediaalso participated in the meeting to review the progress made by the KVK and chalk out future strategies. Meaningful recommendations emanatedlike inclusion of soil parameters in impact assessment, social fish farming, evaluation of potentiality of annual moringa cultivation, integrated technology demonstration on jute, potentiality of cultivation of onion etc.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

Kharif Kisan Sammelan
Start Date: Thursday, July 9, 2015
End Date: Thursday, July 9, 2015

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : KVK Burdwan, Bud Bud, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : As directed by ICAR, KVK CRIJAF has conducted two nos of KISAN SAMMELANS, one in kharif 2015 and another in rabi2015-16 with the presence of public representatives. Both the events were organized in KVK farm. Kharif Kisan Sammelan was organized on 9th July, 2015. Sri N. Chakraborty, Krishi Karmadhakshya, Burdwan Zilla Parishad graced the occasion and addressed the gathering of around 250 farmers on the initiatives taken by his department in changing the agricultural scenario of the district, through introduction of kharif onion cultivation, potato seed production, creating market linkagefor jute farmers etc. The rabi Kisan sammelan was organized on 5th February, 2016 and was graced by the presence of Hon’ble MP, Sri Sunil Mondal. Around 170 farmers participated in the event.
Contact Person Details
Dr. Dipankar Ghorai
Programme Coordinatior, KVK Burdwan
dipankarghoraikvk@gmail.com
9433122515

HRD programme for women self-employed vaccinators
Start Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2015
End Date: Monday, June 15, 2015

Event Category : Skill Development Training
Venue : KVK Burdwan, Bud Bud, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : ‘PRANIMITRA’ development is an innovative programme of Dept. of ARD, Govt. Of West Bengal. PRANIMITRAs are women self-employed vaccinators. The rationale for the programme was catering more efficiently to the need of vaccination of farm animals in view of the paucity of staff in the department. Since women are often more involved with the management of farm animals, women vaccinators would come handy in this operation. The dept of ARD entrusted KVK CRIJAF in development o PRANIMITRAs for the blocks of Gasli-I and II and Ausgram block. A total of 29 PRANIMITRAs were trained for 14 days in an on campus residential training programme during June, 2015 where they were trained on various aspects, like Restraining of livestock and poultry, Identification of different poultry, goat and pig breeds, Different type of vaccines in different species, Method of castration of sheep and goats, etc. The KVK has started using those women vaccinators in regular vaccination programme.
Contact Person Details
Dr. C. K. Jana
SMS (A.H. & V.S.)
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9433122515

World veterinary Day
Start Date: Saturday, April 25, 2015
End Date: Saturday, April 25, 2015

Event Category : Seminar
Venue : KVK Burdwan, Bud Bud, Burdwan, West Bengal
Description : World veterinary day is observed in the last Saturday of April every year to recognize the contribution made by veterinarians all over the world in keeping animal health in shape. During 2015-16, WVD was celebrated by KVK CRIJAF on 25th April, 2015 with the theme of Vector-borne diseases with a zoonotic potential. It was organized in collaboration with ICAR-IVRI, ERS, Kolkata. Vaccination camp and farmers-scientists interaction programme was arranged at KVK and was participated by 75 animal rearers of the region.
Contact Person Details
Dr. C. K. Jana
SMS (A.H. & V.S.)
kvkburdwan@gmail.com
9433122515