{"id":3369,"date":"2023-04-15T16:59:34","date_gmt":"2023-04-15T11:29:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.barusahib.org\/?p=3369"},"modified":"2024-09-09T12:22:26","modified_gmt":"2024-09-09T06:52:26","slug":"kisan-mela-at-eternal-university","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/kisan-mela-at-eternal-university\/","title":{"rendered":"Kisan Mela at Eternal University: Empowering Farmers with Technology"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Agricultural research and development plays a pivotal role in enhancing the quantity and quality of farm products. However, the true benefits of these advancements are realized when they are accessible to the farming community. With this objective in mind, a Kisan Mela is organized by Eternal University.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/kisan-mela-at-eternal-university\/#About_the_Organizers\" >About the Organizers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/kisan-mela-at-eternal-university\/#The_Need_for_Such_a_Kisan_Mela\" >The Need for Such a Kisan Mela<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/kisan-mela-at-eternal-university\/#Objectives_of_Kisan_Mela\" >Objectives of Kisan Mela<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/kisan-mela-at-eternal-university\/#Exciting_Events_and_Activities_at_the_Kisan_Mela\" >Exciting Events and Activities at the Kisan Mela<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/kisan-mela-at-eternal-university\/#Attractive_Features_at_the_Kisan_Mela\" >Attractive Features at the Kisan Mela<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/kisan-mela-at-eternal-university\/#Also_see\" >Also see<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Organizers\"><\/span>About the Organizers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/eternaluniversity.edu.in\/college\/aca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Dr. Khem Singh Gill Akal College of Agriculture<\/a> at Eternal University, conducts extensive research at experimental farms and laboratories. These innovations are aimed at benefiting the farming community.<\/p>\n<p>With the support of &#8216;Sikhs in Sewa of Humanity&#8217;, Eternal University hosted the Kisan Mela 2023.<\/p>\n<p>The Kisan Mela took place at <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/eternaluniversity.edu.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eternal University, Baru Sahib<\/a>.<\/span> The event showcased various extension agencies such as <a href=\"https:\/\/kvk.icar.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Krishi Vigyan Kendra<\/a> and Farm Advisory Service Scheme (FASS), working to disseminate the latest agricultural technology to farmers.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-27807 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/kisan-Mela-baru-sahib-dr-khem-singh.jpg\" alt=\"kisan Mela baru sahib dr khem singh\" width=\"600\" height=\"408\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Need_for_Such_a_Kisan_Mela\"><\/span>The Need for Such a Kisan Mela<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Kisan Melas provides a platform for farmers to showcase their produce, learn about new farming techniques, and interact with experts in the field. It facilitated connections with buyers, suppliers, and other stakeholders in the industry. Given the crucial role of agriculture in our lives, regular Kisan Melas are essential to provide farmers with the necessary resources to enhance their businesses and contribute to the overall development of the country.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-27811 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/kisan-Mela-baru-sahib-visit.jpg\" alt=\"kisan Mela baru sahib visit\" width=\"600\" height=\"581\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Objectives_of_Kisan_Mela\"><\/span>Objectives of Kisan Mela<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The primary objective was to provide farmers with a platform to get answers to all their queries and seek expert advice. The Kisan Mela also aimed to inspire farmers to adopt cutting-edge agricultural practices that could enhance their output and profitability. Additionally, it sought to encourage competition and promote value-based agri-products among farmers.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exciting_Events_and_Activities_at_the_Kisan_Mela\"><\/span>Exciting Events and Activities at the Kisan Mela<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Kisan Mela featured several events and activities to help farmers learn about the latest agricultural technology. These included seed sale at subsidized rates, agro-industrial exhibitions, visits to agri-farms and crop museums, food processing and agri-farm equipment demonstrations, and promotion of organic farming\/natural farming. Furthermore, solutions for grain storage and cooling systems for fruit and vegetable respiration were provided.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-27810 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/kisan-Mela-baru-sahib-student.jpg\" alt=\"kisan Mela baru sahib student\" width=\"555\" height=\"370\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Attractive_Features_at_the_Kisan_Mela\"><\/span>Attractive Features at the Kisan Mela<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Various attractive features at the Kisan Mela included banks personnel available to solve queries for loan applications, stalls by various departments of Eternal University and the state department of agriculture, produce competition for farmers, transportation facilities for local farmers, meals for farmers and department employees, display of pesticides\/insecticides by leading companies, discounts on herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides for farmers, honorarium to officials and field personnel, and consolation gifts to various participating departments. Additionally, Dabur India supported the event and Vaisakhi celebrations by distributing nutritional juices for all participants.<\/p>\n<p>The Eternal University Kisan Mela provided an excellent platform for farmers to learn about the latest agricultural technologies and improve their skills. It ensured that agricultural technology was accessible and valuable to the farming community.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Also_see\"><\/span>Also see<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.barusahib.org\/cultivating-sustainable-agriculture-a-glimpse-into-farmers-fair-at-eternal-university\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">The next Kisan Mela<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/eternaluniversity.edu.in\/college\/aca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Dr. Khem Singh Gill\u00a0 College of Agriculture, at Eternal University<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>#DrKhemSinghGillAkalCollegeofAgriculture<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Agricultural research and development plays a pivotal role in enhancing the quantity and quality of farm products. However, the true benefits of these advancements are realized when they are accessible to the farming community. 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