The Meeting of the DST-sponsored project was held at ICAR-CIRCOT on 17.07.2026. The team finalized the roadmap for developing cost-effective, farmer-friendly multi-nutrient formulations & initiating field trials during the current cropping season to accelerate technology adoption
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🌱 ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai proudly celebrated the 98th Foundation Day of ICAR on 16 July 2026 with a live telecast of the national programme, an expert lecture on "Maintaining Work and Life Harmony", and a tree plantation drive at GTC, Nagpur.
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🌾 Celebrating the 98th ICAR Foundation Day!
Honouring 98 years of excellence in agricultural research, innovation, and service to the farming community. ICAR-CIRCOT extends its heartfelt greetings to the entire ICAR fraternity on this special occasion.
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On 16 July 2026, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research will celebrate its 98th Foundation Day, marking 98 years of excellence in agricultural research, innovation and service to the nation.
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ICAR-CIRCOT organized a two-day farmer awareness programme under #KhetBachaoAbhiyan in Shahapur, Thane (June 29–30, 2026). Over 160 farmers participated in sessions on soil health, balanced nutrient management, bio-fertilizers, and sustainable farming practices.
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🌱 ICAR-CIRCOT conducted a two-day farmer awareness programme under #KhetBachaoAbhiyan in Sangamner, Ahilyanagar (29–30 June 2026), benefiting 180+ farmers across 9 villages.
He emphasized prudent financial management, resource optimization, quality assurance, CSR partnerships, and the effective implementation of the Mission on Cotton Productivity through focused research and stakeholder engagement.
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Shri Sandeep Sarkar, Additional Secretary (DARE) & Financial Advisor (ICAR), visited ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai, on 2 July 2026 and reviewed the Institute's financial, administrative, research and technology commercialization activities.
The event provided an excellent platform to engage with industry leaders and corporate representatives, fostering collaborations and exploring CSR partnerships to accelerate agricultural innovation and technology commercialization.
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ICAR-CIRCOT showcased its innovative technologies, products, startups, and incubatees at the 3rd ICAR-CSR & Technology Portfolio Roadshow 2026, held on 1 July 2026 at ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai.
A mega event at Yavluj, Panhala on 25 June, held with Dalmia Sugar Pvt. Ltd., attracted 700+ farmers and featured live demonstrations on Jeevamrit preparation and scientific soil sampling, along with expert interactions to address farmers' queries on sustainable agriculture.
ICAR-CIRCOT successfully conducted a five-day #KhetBachaoAbhiyan outreach campaign across 80 villages in Kolhapur district (22–26 June 2026), reaching over 1,200 farmers with awareness on soil health, balanced fertilizer use, biofertilizers, and natural farming.
Union Minister of State for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Shri Ram Nath Thakur, reviewed the implementation of the #KhetBachaoAbhiyan in Pune on June 26, 2026. The meeting emphasized sustainable agriculture, organic farming, and coordinated efforts to strengthen farmer outreach.