The 22nd Annual Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) Meeting of Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Srinagar for the year 2025–26 was held on 30 June 2026 at KVK Budgam under the chairmanship of Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, SKUAST-Kashmir.
The meeting was graced by Prof. Raihana Habib, Director Extension, SKUAST-K, and Prof. Azmat Alam Khan, Registrar, SKUAST-K, as Guests of Honour, along with Dr. S. A. Simnani, Head, KVK Srinagar.
The meeting witnessed participation from sectoral heads of the Departments of Agriculture and allied sectors, Heads of Krishi Vigyan Kendras from across the Kashmir Division, statutory members, scientists from CITH and DARS Budgam, progressive farmers, representatives of Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), Self-Help Groups (SHGs), agri-entrepreneurs, civil society organizations, and other distinguished stakeholders.
The SAC meeting provided a platform for reviewing KVK Srinagar’s activities, discussing agricultural extension priorities, and strengthening coordination among research institutions, departmental representatives, and farming communities. The participation of diverse stakeholders highlighted the importance of collaborative planning and scientific interventions to address farmers’ needs and promote sustainable agricultural development in the region.
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