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All India Tour

As per the curriculum, Don Bosco College of Agriculture, Sagayathottam organized the All India Study Tour for the course AEX 402 – All India Study Tour (0+1) from 15.02.2026 to 03.03.2026 for IV Year (2022 Batch), VIII Semester students. During this academic tour, students visited several premier National and International institutions related to Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Forestry, and allied sectors across different regions of India, gaining valuable field exposure and practical insights.

Tour Participants

A total of 106 students participated in the All India Study Tour. The students were accompanied and guided by:

  • Dr. Sureshverma R, Assistant Professor, Department of Agricultural Extension and Communication
  • Mrs. K. Lavanya, Assistant Professor, Department of Agronomy
  • Dr. E. Kanimozhi, Assistant Professor, Department of Entomology
  • Dr. P. Thiruppathi, Assistant Professor, Department of Horticulture

Objectives of the Study Tour

  • To provide practical exposure to national agricultural research systems
  • To understand advanced technologies and innovations in agriculture
  • To strengthen knowledge in extension, agribusiness, and policy frameworks
  • To promote student interaction with scientists, experts, and institutions
  • To develop holistic understanding of Indian agriculture and diversity

Tour Highlights

1. Hyderabad – Hub of Agricultural Research

Students visited premier ICAR and national institutes:

  • NAARM (National Academy of Agricultural Research Management)
    Focus on research planning, policy, and agri-management systems
  • MANAGE (National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management)
    Insights into agripreneurship, FPOs, and extension reforms
  • ICRISAT (International Crops Research Institute for Semi-Arid Tropics)
    Exposure to climate-resilient crops and global germplasm conservation
  • IIMR (Indian Institute of Millet Research)
    Value addition, Nutri Hub, and millet-based startups
  • IIOR (Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research)
    Advances in oilseed crops and cropping systems
  • NIPHM (National Institute of Plant Health Management)
    Training on plant protection, biosecurity, and pest management

2. Jaipur & Agra – Cultural and Heritage Exposure

  • Visit to Jaipur (Pink City) including City Palace and Hawa Mahal
  • Exploration of Taj Mahal, Agra, enhancing cultural understanding

3. New Delhi – Premier Agricultural Institutions

  • IARI (Indian Agricultural Research Institute)
    Exposure to biotechnology, entomology, and extension systems
  • NDRI (National Dairy Research Institute)
    Dairy processing, research, and production systems
  • CSSRI (Central Soil Salinity Research Institute)
    Soil reclamation and salinity management technologies

4. Uttarakhand – Forestry and Natural Ecosystems

  • Rishikesh & Haridwar – Cultural and ecological exposure
  • FRI (Forest Research Institute, Dehradun)
    Forestry research, pathology, silviculture, and wood technology

5. Himachal Pradesh – Mountain Agriculture

  • Visit to Manali
  • Exposure to hill ecosystems, snowfall conditions, and eco-tourism

6. Punjab & Delhi – Cultural Integration

  • Visit to Golden Temple, Amritsar
  • Exploration of Qutub Minar and Delhi markets
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