BANGALORE: The University of Agricultural Sciences (UAS)- Bangalore will host National Krishi Mela from November 16. Krishi Mela - 2011, the annual farming expo, will be inaugurated at the Gandhi Krishi Vignana Kendra on Wednesday. It will showcase the latest technologies developed by the university and create awareness among the farming community. Special emphasis will be given to agricultural processing and value addition, agricultural machinery and organic farming from across the state, which will be displayed in nearly 600 stalls during the mela.“In this mega mela several farm equipment will be displayed, which are useful to small and marginal farmers. We are exhibiting six varieties of hybrid crops. Special attention will also be given to organic farming. There will be an information cell where farmers can get details on all aspects including credit schemes that they can avail,” said Dr. K Narayana Gowda, vice-chancellor, UAS.“Other arrangements have also been made for showcasing the improved practices relating to animal husbandry, diary, poultry, sheep, fish and rabbit rearing apart from exhibiting improved live stock breeds. Cattle-show of rare animal breeds is also organised for the first time,” said Narayana Gowda.He further said, “During the Krishimela, the university scientists will offer on-the-spot solutions to various crop production related problems through consultancy cell.”
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