The College of Agriculture (COA) Vellayani held the inaugural session of Deeksharambh - Student Induction Programme (SIP) 2024 on November 14, 2024, at 11:00 AM in the Indoor Stadium. The program aimed to welcome and orient new students enrolled in B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture and B.Tech Biotechnology.
Shalu Saseendran, a 2019 Batch student from the B.Sc.- M.Sc. (Integrated) Biotechnology program, received the Best Oral Presentation award at the International Conference on Advancements and Innovations in Phytochemistry, Nutraceuticals, and Functional Foods, hosted by the Kerala Academy of Sciences. Her research, titled "Antiangiogenic and Cytotoxic Activity of Pogostemon quadrifolius (Benth.) Leaf Extract Against Lung and Breast Cancer Cell Lines," was conducted under the guidance of Dr. Sindura K. P., with advisory support from Dr. Soni K. B., Dr. Swapna Alex, and Dr.
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As per the initiative of Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) it has been directed to implement scientific beekeeping at the available space in the unit campuses of Central Armed Police Forces in collaboration with National Honey Mission. As part of this, National Bee Board (NBB) has shared a complete list of State/ Central govt. institutions offering courses on scientific beekeeping across the country along with nodal officers (Mr. Rajesh Yadav, commandant, CRPF Pallippuram) contact details state/ zone wise.
പടന്നക്കാട് കാർഷിക കോളേജ് എൻ. എസ്. എസ് യൂണിറ്റും, ആസ്റ്റർ മിംസും, ഐ എം എ കാഞ്ഞങ്ങാടും സംയുക്തമായി പടന്നക്കാട് കാർഷിക കോളേജിൽ ജീവൻ രക്ഷ പരിശീലന പരിപാടി നടത്തുകയുണ്ടായി. കാർഷിക കോളേജ് ഡീൻ ഡോ. ടി.സജിതാ റാണി അധ്യക്ഷത വഹിച്ച ചടങ്ങിൽ ഐ.എം.എ കാഞ്ഞങ്ങാട് ചെയർമാൻ ഡോ. ജോൺ ജോൺ ഉദ്ഘാടനം ചെയ്തു സംസാരിച്ചു. ശ്രീമതി.കെ. ഒ സ്മിത സ്വാഗതം ആശംസിക്കുകയും ചെയ്തു. ഡോ. ഫാരിസ്, ഡോ. ഹൃദയ ജോണി, ശ്രീമതി അനുഷ്‌മ, ശ്രീമതി അഞ്ജന, ശ്രീ . അശുതോഷ് (പി.അർ.ഒ, അസ്റ്റ്ർ മിംസ്)എന്നിവർ സംബന്ധിച്ചു. ജീവൻ രക്ഷ പരിശീലനത്തിൽ വിദ്യാർത്ഥികൾ, അധ്യാപകർ, അനദ്ധ്യാപകർ, ഫാം തൊഴിലാളികൾ എന്നിവർ പങ്കെടുത്തു.
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala – On July 30, 2024, the Department of Plant Physiology at the College of Agriculture, Vellayani, hosted an interactive session featuring Dr. Trilochan Mohapatra, Chairperson of PPV & FRA and former Secretary of DARE & DG, ICAR. The session, held at the Extension Seminar Hall at 11:30 AM, provided a platform for students and faculty to engage with Dr. Mohapatra on various agricultural topics.
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala – On July 27, 2024, the College of Agriculture, Vellayani, in collaboration with PRS Hospital and the Diagnosis & Alleviation of Lifestyle Induced Ailments (DALIA) initiative, successfully conducted an extensive medical camp. Organized by the National Service Scheme (NSS) unit of the college, this event aimed to provide essential health services to the community and raise awareness about preventive healthcare.
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala – The College of Agriculture, Vellayani, hosted a successful DNA sequencing workshop on July 24 and 25, 2024. The event, focused on Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) using Nanopore technology, was held at the Quality Control Lab for Honey at the Regional Agricultural Research Station (SZ). Participants engaged in hands-on learning and gained valuable insights into the latest DNA sequencing techniques, enhancing their research capabilities.
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala – The College of Agriculture, Vellayani, recently hosted two major sports events: "Kurukshetra" Inter-Batch Sports and Faculty Sports Day. Organized by the Lalind Students Union 2023-24 and the Department of Physical Education, these events promoted sportsmanship and community spirit. Kurukshetra featured diverse athletic contests among students, while Faculty Sports Day, held on July 18, 2024, included competitions like races, long jump, and volleyball for faculty members in two age categories.
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala – A team from Kerala Agricultural University (KAU), Vellayani, received a Certificate of Appreciation at the National Group Meet 2024, organized by the All India Coordinated Research Project on Forage Crops & Utilization under ICAR. The team, including R. Gauthami, G. Usha, C. Thomas, and Ameena JM, was recognized for developing technology for organic nutrient management in cowpea-fodder maize under irrigated conditions. The award, presented by V.K. Yadav and T.R.
