Mandate of KVK
To implement the mandate effectively, the following activities are envisaged for each KVK
The revised mandate of the Krishi Vigyan Kendra was made effective from 1st April,1997.As per the revised mandate, the following activities have been outlined for effectively testing and transfer of agricultural technologies to bridge the gap between the production potential and the existing productivity as well as to increase self employment opportunities among the farming communities.
1. On-farm testing to assess the location specificity of agricultural technologies under various farming systems.
2. Frontline demonstrations to establish production potential of technologies on the farmers’ fields.
3. Capacity development of farmers and extension personnel to update their knowledge and skills on modern agricultural technologies.
4. To work as Knowledge and Resource Centre of agricultural technologies for supporting initiatives of public, private and voluntary sector in improving the agricultural economy of the district.
5. Provide farm advisories using ICT and other media means on varied subjects of interest to farmers
