KvkShopian

09/04/2026

KVK Shopian Scientist Dr. Bilal Ahmad Pandit sharing valuable insights on the use of plant growth regulators (PGRs) in apple orchards — Empowering farmers with science-backed practices for better yield and quality.

06/04/2026

Krishi Vigyan Kendra Shopian today convened a meeting of all key stakeholders, including district heads of major line departments of Agriculture and Allied sectors, at KVK Shopian. The meeting witnessed detailed and threadbare discussions focusing on the identification of key issues, challenges, and priority areas concerning the district’s agriculture and allied sectors.

The deliberations were aimed at formulating a strategic and unified Action Plan for the year 2026–27, with special emphasis on strengthening coordination among departments, improving productivity, and addressing location-specific concerns of the farming community.
All participating departments actively contributed inputs to ensure a comprehensive and result-oriented action plan for the district.

03/04/2026

Oilseed Field Day at Village Wachi & Darbagh.

Empowering farmers with modern practices for higher yields and better livelihoods. KVK-Shopian, SKUAST-K is strengthening oilseed production in the district through Cluster Front Line Demonstrations (CFLDs) on brown sarson during Rabi 2025–26.

13/03/2026

Glimpses of the live webcasting at KVK-Shopian, SKUAST-K, on the occasion of the release of the 22nd installment under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) by Hon'ble PM Narendra Modi.
Farmers and KVK staff participated in the programme and witnessed the event live, reaffirming the government’s continued support towards strengthening the farming community.
ICar Atari Ministry of Agriculture & Farmer’s Welfare, Government of India

10/03/2026

17/02/2026

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Shopian today hosted the live webcast of the National Launch of BharatVistaar.
BharatVistaar is a comprehensive digital platform integrating resources from AgriStack, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), various Government schemes, India Meteorological Department (IMD) advisories, mandi prices, and State systems. The platform offers a single-window solution for accessing real-time advisories, market prices, credit facilities, crop insurance services, and government schemes.

10/02/2026

On the second day of the one-week Entrepreneurship Skill Development Programme under the MSME initiative, titled “Capacity Building in Post Harvest Technology,” an exposure visit was organized to the Division of Food Science and Technology, SKUAST-K.

During the visit, the participants were imparted technical and practical training on value addition of horticultural produce, with special emphasis on pickle and chips processing. The training covered scientific methods of raw material selection, preprocessing operations, formulation, processing techniques, use of preservatives, hygiene and sanitation standards, and appropriate packaging for enhanced shelf life and quality assurance. The exposure visit provided participants with insights into commercial-scale processing and entrepreneurship opportunities in post-harvest value-added products, thereby strengthening their technical competence and entrepreneurial orientation.

04/02/2026

KVK Shopian concluded one-week Entrepreneurship Skill Development Programme on "Integrated Pest Management for Temperate Fruit Crops" at Village Kharwara of District Shopian which was marked by active participation and technical deliberations. Experts from KVK Shopian and SKUAST-K delivered lectures and presentations on major pests and diseases of temperate fruit crops, integrated management strategies, pest surveillance, and safe use of pesticides. Interactive discussions were held to address field-level challenges faced by fruit growers.
A good number of rural youth, progressive farmers, and aspiring entrepreneurs actively participated in the programme. The collaboration with NGO REACHA played a significant role in mobilizing participants and facilitating community-level engagement. Interactive sessions encouraged participants to share their field experiences and challenges, enabling experts to provide location-specific solutions.

03/02/2026

KVK Shopian concluded one week Entrepreneurship Skill Development Programme titled as “Temperate Fruit Production through Scientific Prism” at Village Handew. The concluding day was marked by detailed presentations from experts on plant protection and other scientific interventions in temperate fruit production. The session emphasized integrated approaches for managing diseases, safe and judicious use of plant protection chemicals, and adoption of eco-friendly practices to ensure sustainable orchard management.
During the week-long programme, experts from KVK Shopian delivered comprehensive sessions on scientific orchard establishment, selection of quality planting material, high-density planting systems, canopy management, nutrient and water management, integrated pest and disease management, and use of modern tools and technologies in temperate fruit production. Special emphasis was laid on climate-resilient practices, soil health management, and judicious use of inputs to ensure sustainable horticulture.
The programme witnessed active participation from local farmers, aspiring entrepreneurs, and rural youth and concluded with a valedictory session where participants shared their feedback and expressed satisfaction with the practical relevance of the training.

30/01/2026

As part of the ongoing one-week Entrepreneurship Skill Development Programme on “Temperate Fruit Production through Scientific Prism” at Village Handew, another day of training was conducted during which experts from KVK Shopian delivered detailed presentations on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and other scientific interventions in temperate fruit production. The session covered pest and disease identification, monitoring and need-based management using cultural, biological, and chemical methods, along with emphasis on minimizing pesticide residues and ensuring environmental safety. In addition, participants were sensitized about scientific orchard management practices, including nutrient and water management, canopy management, use of quality planting material, and adoption of improved technologies to enhance productivity and fruit quality. The training strengthened participants understanding of sustainable, cost-effective, and science-driven approaches for successful temperate fruit entrepreneurship.

29/01/2026

Krishi Vigyan Kendra Shopian kick started a one-week Entrepreneurship Skill Development Programme (ESDP) titled “Temperate Fruit Production through Scientific Prism” in collaboration with NGO Reacha at Village Handew sponsored by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and is conducted with the objective of strengthening entrepreneurial skills and technical know-how of farmers and rural youth engaged in temperate fruit cultivation.
The programme witnessed active participation from local farmers, aspiring entrepreneurs, and rural youth who showed keen interest in adopting scientific approaches to fruit production. The training focuses on enhancing productivity, quality, and profitability of temperate fruits through modern, science-based interventions.

26/01/2026

KVK Shopian celebrated Republic Day 2026 with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour, marked by the active participation of its staff. The celebration reflected a deep sense of nationalism and collective commitment to uphold the values of the Indian Constitution, unity, and integrity of the nation, while continuing to serve the farming community and contribute to nation building through agricultural innovation and extension services.