KSNUAHS Schedules Shivamogga Agricultural Fair with Primary Focus on Arid Region Survival Strategies
- •The flagship agricultural exposition, Krishi-Thotagarike Mela, is set to commence on October 30 in Shivamogga.
- •University authorities have pivoted the event's core focus toward advanced drought management and water conservation.
- •The initiative directly serves the agricultural communities spanning six administrative districts under the institution's jurisdiction.
The Keladi Shivappa Nayaka University of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences (KSNUAHS) has officially announced the commencement of its premier annual agricultural and horticultural exposition, the Krishi-Thotagarike Mela, scheduled to begin on October 30 in Shivamogga.
This year's iteration of the regional showcase arrives against the backdrop of severe precipitation deficits and prolonged dry spells that have devastated agrarian livelihoods across the territory. The academic institution's leadership has structured the multi-day event specifically to address the mounting ecological and financial pressures faced by primary producers.
According to reports published by The Hindu, Vice-Chancellor M.V. Dhananjaya highlighted that the pressing reality of agricultural distress dictated a strategic shift in the Mela's programming. University officials noted that equipping growers with actionable knowledge to withstand extreme weather patterns remains an urgent priority for regional stability.
Looking ahead, the exhibition is expected to draw thousands of cultivators, agronomists, and industry stakeholders to explore innovative water-harvesting techniques, resilient crop varieties, and modern irrigation technologies. The outcomes of this gathering aim to shape regional agricultural policies and provide immediate relief frameworks for affected farming households in the coming months.