Fri Nov 07 13:30:26 UTC 2025: Summary:
Agriculture Minister N. Cheluvarayaswamy inaugurated the four-day Krishi-Thotagarike Mela in Shivamogga, organized by Keladi Shivappa Nayaka University of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences. The event aims to assist farmers in increasing yields through advanced techniques and boost their income. The Minister emphasized the importance of farmers utilizing such melas and highlighted ongoing research for developing resilient crop varieties. He also assured that there is no shortage of chemical fertilizers in the state. The university’s Vice-Chancellor noted the institution’s service to over four lakh farmers across six districts. The event featured exhibitions on various agricultural technologies and attracted a large crowd of students, farmers, and women’s groups.
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Shivamogga Hosts Krishi-Thotagarike Mela to Boost Farmer Income
Shivamogga, Karnataka – November 7, 2025 – Agriculture Minister N. Cheluvarayaswamy today inaugurated the Krishi-Thotagarike Mela, a four-day agricultural exposition organized by the Keladi Shivappa Nayaka University of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences in Shivamogga. The event, themed “Sustainable Agriculture through Cooperative Farming,” aims to provide farmers with access to advanced agricultural techniques and technologies to enhance their yields and income.
Minister Cheluvarayaswamy emphasized the importance of farmers actively participating in such melas to learn about new crop varieties and innovative farming methods. He cited examples of research efforts, including the development of rice varieties that can withstand extended periods of heavy rainfall. He also reassured farmers that the state government has taken steps to ensure an adequate supply of chemical fertilizers, despite reported shortages from the central government.
R.C. Jagadeesh, Vice-Chancellor of the university, highlighted the institution’s role in serving over four lakh farmers across six districts through its research and outreach programs.
The Mela features a diverse range of exhibits, including a crop museum, a technology park, and demonstrations of hi-tech horticulture, protected cultivation, and vertical farming techniques. The event attracted a significant crowd on its opening day, including students, women’s groups, and farmers from across the region. The university also honored farmers who have adopted best practices on their farms.
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