Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir through its Directorate of Extension and KVK Kupwara organised a Training-cum-Awareness Programme on mushroom cultivation at Bandi Monbal to promote sustainable farming and self-employment opportunities among rural communities.
The programme mainly focused on creating awareness among farmers, especially farm women, about the income and employment potential of mushroom cultivation. Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel
The event was chaired by Prof. Raihana Habib Kanth, Director Extension SKUAST-K, who encouraged farmers to diversify agricultural activities and adopt innovative farming enterprises for sustainable livelihoods. She assured participants of full support from the university for the welfare and upliftment of the farming community.
Earlier, Prof. G. M. Bhat highlighted the growing importance of mushroom cultivation as a developing agri-business with strong potential for rural entrepreneurship, nutritional security, and livelihood improvement.
During the technical session, Dr. Vikas Gupta delivered a detailed lecture on scientific mushroom cultivation. He explained cultivation methods, management practices, value addition techniques, and the economic advantages of mushroom farming.
More than 100 farm women participated in the programme and actively interacted with experts. Participants appreciated the efforts of KVK Kupwara in promoting skill-based agricultural activities in rural areas.
SKUAST-K Conducts Trial Run of Plant Health Clinic App
Meanwhile, the Directorate of Extension SKUAST-K also conducted a preparatory testing session of the Plant Health Clinic App ahead of its review by the Vice Chancellor scheduled for May 18, 2026.
The session was coordinated by Prof. Amal Saxena, Associate Director Extension (Agri.), to check the smooth functioning and performance of the e-Plant Clinic platform before its formal review.
Scientists, technical staff, and officials from the Directorate of Extension took part in the exercise, while Krishi Vigyan Kendras across Kashmir joined virtually.
During the session, farmers facing plant disease and pest-related problems in orchards and field crops interacted live with agricultural experts through the App and received initial guidance for crop management.
The testing session also successfully checked group video call facilities aimed at improving communication between experts and farming communities.
Officials expressed satisfaction over the successful testing process and appreciated the cooperation of KVKs and participating farmers in ensuring the smooth functioning of the platform.
Presentation Session Held for FPO Consultancy Services
In another development, Director Extension SKUAST-K chaired a presentation session involving registered firms for consultancy services related to FPO Business Plan Preparation under the Competitiveness Improvement of Agriculture & Allied Sectors Project in Jammu and Kashmir (JKCIP).
The meeting was co-chaired by Dr. Ashiq Pandit and attended by Dr. Iqbal, FPO Development Officers, and CEO SKIE Mr. Navid Hameed.
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