The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) celebrated the Golden jubilee year of establishment of the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK).
About Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK)
- KVKs aims at assessment of location specific technology modules in agriculture and allied enterprises.
- KVKs are the only institution at the district level in India for technological backstopping in agriculture and allied sectors.Â
- They are an integral part of the National Agricultural Research System (NARS).Â
- NARS in India comprises of Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) at national level and the State Agricultural Universities (SAUs) at the state level, are major partners in growth & development of Agricultural Research and Education.Â
- KVKs have been functioning as Knowledge and Resource Centre of agricultural technology and linking the NARS with extension system and farmers.
- Agricultural extension (also known as agricultural advisory services) plays a crucial role in boosting agricultural productivity, increasing food security, improving rural livelihoods, and promoting agriculture as an engine of pro-poor economic growth.Â
- Currently there are around 731 KVKs in the country, established under eleven Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI) zones.Â
Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)
- HQ: New Delhi
- Genesis: Established in 1929 as a registered society under The Societies Registration Act, 1860. â—‹ It was formerly known as Imperial Council of Agricultural Research.
- Ministry: Autonomous organisation under Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare.
- Function: Apex body for coordinating, guiding and managing research and education in agriculture including horticulture, fisheries and animal sciences.