The Department of Agriculture Business Management at Vivekananda Global University (VGU), Jaipur inaugurated a two-day National Conference titled “Agri-Innovation and Sustainability in Modern Agriculture (AISMA)”, drawing participation from researchers, scientists, and agriculture professionals across India.
A total of 461 participants registered for the conference organized at Vivekananda Global University, Jaipur, where selected research papers will be considered for publication. The event focuses on contemporary agricultural challenges, including sustainability, technological adoption, and climate resilience.
Inaugural Ceremony Highlights
The programme began with traditional ceremonial activities, including Ganesh Vandana, lamp lighting, Saraswati Vandana, and a floral welcome for the dignitaries present.
Key messages delivered during the inaugural session included:
- Emphasis on adopting modern agricultural technologies and scientific practices
- Recognition of farmers as a central pillar of the national economy
- Focus on sustainable agriculture and reduced dependence on chemical inputs
- Importance of integrating farmers with modern tools such as drones and micro-irrigation
- Need to develop climate-resilient crops and efficient water management systems
Participation Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Conference Title | Agri-Innovation and Sustainability in Modern Agriculture (AISMA) |
| Organizing Department | Department of Agriculture Business Management |
| Host Institution | Vivekananda Global University, Jaipur |
| Duration | Two days |
| Registered Participants | 461 |
| Activities | Keynote speeches, oral presentations, poster presentations |
| Outcome | Best research papers to be published |
Key Speakers and Their Focus Areas
The conference featured addresses from academic leaders and subject experts who discussed multiple dimensions of modern agriculture.
| Speaker | Designation | Key Focus Area |
|---|---|---|
| Prof. (Dr.) N. D. Mathur | Vice Chancellor | Role of research in shaping agricultural policy |
| Prof. (Dr.) Jasveer Singh | President, SDARD | Sustainable agriculture and rural development |
| Dr. B. S. Khadda | Vice President, SDARD | Adoption of modern agricultural technologies |
| Dr. K. R. Bagaria | Founding Vice President | Research contribution to national development |
| Dr. Lalit K. Panwar | Chairperson | Agriculture as an economic enterprise |
| Prof. (Dr.) Vimla Dunkwal | Vice Chancellor, Agriculture University Kota | Climate-resilient agriculture and women farmers |
Major Themes Discussed During Sessions
The technical sessions and keynote addresses covered several contemporary topics in agriculture.
- Organic and natural farming practices
- Digital agriculture and emerging technologies
- Soil health management
- Water conservation and irrigation efficiency
- Agricultural marketing and price determination
- Role of women in agriculture
- Climate change and crop resilience
Upcoming Sessions and Conclusion
The second day of the conference was conducted on April 10, during which additional keynote lectures and oral research presentations were organized. Researchers from various institutions presented their findings and shared innovative approaches to improving agricultural productivity and sustainability.
The conference concluded with a valedictory session in which participants presenting outstanding research papers were recognized.
