
ICAR-CCARI, Goa & ICAR-KVK North Goa Showcases Climate-Smart Agricultural Technologies at Organic Agriculture and Dairying Expo 2026
ICAR–Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, and ICAR–Krishi Vigyan Kendra, North Goa, showcased a wide range of climate-smart and sustainable agricultural technologies at the three-day "Empowering India–2026: Organic Agriculture and Dairying Expo 2026", held at the Panaji Convention Centre from July 18 to 20.The ICAR–CCARI KVK North Goa exhibition stall emerged as one of the major attractions of the expo, attracting nearly 3,200 visitors, including farmers, students, teachers, entrepreneurs and members of the public. Students from several educational institutions and progressive farmers mobilised by ATMA, North Goa, from Karmali, Corlim, Thivim and Assonora visited the stall and interacted with scientists to learn about ICAR-developed technologies for sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture.
Dr. N. Bommayasamy, Senior Scientist and Head, ICAR–KVK North Goa, highlighted the KVK's role in technology assessment, refinement and dissemination for the farming community. He also explained the scientific principles of beekeeping and honey production, emphasising their potential to enhance crop pollination, diversify farm enterprises and improve rural livelihoods.Dr. S. V. Udharwar, Subject Matter Specialist (Animal Science), disseminated ICAR-developed technologies on scientific livestock management, dairy farming, fodder production, backyard poultry and climate-resilient agriculture. He delivered an expert lecture on Hybrid Napier Fodder Production Technology, highlighting its cultivation practices, year-round fodder availability and benefits for dairy productivity. He also created awareness among school students on ICAR–CCARI technologies and demonstrated Nutri-Hormonal Therapy and Bypass Fat Technology to dairy farmers, explaining their role in improving reproductive efficiency, milk production and farm profitability.
Mr. Rahul Kumar, Subject Matter Specialist (Agronomy), created awareness among farmers, students and visitors on the use of biofertilizers such as Bio NPK, Bio Phos, Bio Zn and Bio Grow for sustainable nutrient management. He showcased improved ICAR–CCARI crop varieties, including Goa Dhan, Goa Brinjal and Goa Cashew varieties, and demonstrated technologies on natural farming, vermicomposting, organic input production and sustainable crop management to promote eco-friendly agricultural practices.
Visitors appreciated the live demonstrations, technical exhibits and interaction with KVK scientists. Extension literature, season-specific advisories and technical publications were distributed to help farmers adopt improved technologies suitable for Goa's agro-climatic conditions.The enthusiastic participation of farmers, students, teachers, entrepreneurs and the general public made the exhibition a resounding success. The event provided an excellent platform for promoting ICAR-developed technologies, creating awareness on sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture, strengthening farmer–scientist interactions and encouraging wider adoption of scientific farming practices across Goa. The exhibition was coordinated by Dr Sanjay Udharwar, SMS (Animal Science), Mr Rahulkumar, SMS (Agronomy), and Dr Bommayasamy, N., Senior Scientist & Head, ICAR-KVK, CCARI, North Goa.