Bengaluru, Nov 14 The University of Agricultural Sciences will host a three-day Krishimela at its GKVK campus from November 16 to showcase drought-management technologies and agricultural innovations, the varsity said on Saturday.
The event will be inaugurated by Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, it said.
Research departments of UAS Bengaluru, state agricultural universities, national research institutes and government development departments will participate in the event to showcase their research achievements, programmes, innovative technologies and farmer-oriented activities, according to a statement.
Krishimela 2026 will feature technologies for drought management, crop varieties suited to drought-prone conditions and scientific crop demonstrations, keeping in view the prevailing agricultural situation, the university said.
Around 75 crops and varieties have been scientifically cultivated and displayed across approximately 10 acres, it said.
The major attractions will be Keeta Vismaya (Insect Wonder), Madhuvana (Honey Garden), dryland farming demonstrations and demonstrations of high-yielding crop varieties.
Expert-led seminars and interactive sessions will also be held during the three-day event on the impact of El Niño on Karnataka and future preparedness, climate-smart agriculture amid climate variability, and soil and water conservation.
A special Farmers’ Advisory Centre will be set up to provide on-the-spot solutions and expert guidance to farmers on agricultural issues, the university said.
(PTI News)
