DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENTAL REPORT 2017-18 I. Departmental Activities 1. The department has organized a national seminar LAB-X 2K17 on “current trends in bio technology, agricultural research and innovation” along with the Department of Bio Technology (UG and PG) on 21st September 2017. ● Purpose: The main objective of the event was to encourage and guide students to inculcate interest in the current issues of science and to aspire to get into the field of research which was successfully achieved. ● Report: On 21stSeptember 2017 a national seminar- LAB-X 2K17 was organized by the departments of Biotechnology and Agricultural Sciences on “Current Trends in Biotechnology, Agriculture Research and Innovation” in Inigo hall at Loyola academy. It’s an interdepartmental and inter disciplinary seminar. The event included an inaugural ceremony, two technical sessions, poster presentation, and extempore competition and concluded with a valedictory function. The chief guest for the event was Prof. Ch. Venkata Ramana Devi (Dean, Faculty of sciences, OU). The event began with the invoking of god’s blessing followed by classical welcome dance, lightening of lamp, honoring the Dignitaries, Address by Principal, Rev. Fr. Dr. P. Anthony SJ., Convener’s Note given by Rev. Fr. Dr. Joji Reddy SJ, Rev. Fr. Dr. P. Anthony SJ has addressed the gathering, Dynamics of the lab’X’2017 presented by Mr. P.Suresh Kumar (HOD-BSc. BT) and Mrs. K. Sudha Sundari (HOD-BSc. Ag) and Address by Chief Guest. The speakers for technical sessions were-Dr. Venkateswari (OU), Mrs. M.Sarita Reddy [Navaratna Crop Sciences (P).ltd], Dr. Ch. RajaShakar (OU), Dr. C.L.N. Murthy (Germany), Dr. Santosh Kuncha (CCMB). Last was the much-awaited valedictory ceremony thus appreciating the winners for the poster presentation and extempore competitions by Rev. Fr. Dr. Joji Reddy SJ and Rev. Fr. Anand SJ. Vote of thanks was given by Mr. V.V.S. Chalapathi Rao (HOD-M.Sc. BT). 1 ● Review: The students as well as the staff have been exposed to the various developments in the fields of Biotechnology and Agriculture. The students have participated in various events of the seminar to showcase their talents. 2. The Department of Agricultural Science & Rural Development has organized a one-day awareness programme on the theme: PRESENT DAY FARMING SITUATIONS: PROBLEMS, CHALLENGES AND OPPURTUNITIES Dt: 20-01-18 Venue: Inigo Hall ● Purpose: To brief the students about the problems related to farming, the lacuna in the present day marketing and also about opportunities available to the present day farmers. ● Report: The programme was scheduled from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. The programme has been graced by the Rector Rev. Fr. Raju S.J, Correspondent Rev Fr. J.Thainese S.J who blessed the gathering and Principal Rev. Fr. Dr. P. Anthony S.J who expressed his views on the farming situations and also hoped that the students get benefited from the programme. The chief guest of the event Dr. V. Shashi Bhushan has summarized the problems related to farming. Our distinguished speaker Dr. C. Raghava Reddy has briefed the students about the problems related to farming, the lacuna in the present day marketing and also about opportunities available to the present day farmers. In the afternoon session, Dr. V. Shashi Bhushan explained about the various pests that have become a threat to the farmers. He also has suggested various measures to be taken for their control. Our distinguished speaker for the afternoon Mr. T. Ramalingam has suggested that the only solution for the crisis that the farmers are facing is Natural farming. He has effectively conveyed the message that Natural farming using natural products like panchagavya, compost etc. reduces the effect of chemical pesticides which pose a threat to our health. 2 ● Review: The students have effectively analyzed the situations prevailing in present day farming. They have also noted the measures to be taken for sustainable agriculture as proposed by the speakers. The session was very beneficial. 3. Industry Internship Programme-2017 ● Purpose: The Final year students of Agricultural Science undergo Industry Internship Programme for a period of 60 working days to understand the situations prevailing in Agri- Industries. They also acquire practical exposure on allied topics. ● Report: Final Year Agricultural Science & Rural Development Students Have Completed Their IIP at Various Agri Based Industries In Telangana Districts. S.N Project title ID.NO Name of the Institute Internal guide o 1 Seed processing 111714012001 Nuziveedu seeds pvt. K. Sudha Sundari and hybrid seed 111714012002 Ltd. production 111714012003 111714012006 2 Breeding and allied 111714012014 Ganga kaveri seeds pvt. K. Sudha Sundari techniques in 111714012017 ltd. paddy, cotton, 111714012023 maize and 111714012005 pearlmillet. 111714012007 111714012012 Centre for Agripreneurs Dr. K. Krishna Mohan 3 Spiritual Farming 111714012009 Development society 111714012010 111714012022 4 Natural Farming 111714012036 Centre for Agripreneurs Dr. K. Krishna Mohan 111714012013 Development society 3 111714012008 111714012004 Syndicate Farmers Dr. N. Mariadas 5 Agricultural 111714012013 service coop society ltd. finance @ 111714012038 cooperation 111714012037 111714012019 Syndicate Farmers Dr. N. Mariadas 6 Services and 111714012034 service coop society ltd, schemes of 111714012040 Alwal. cooperative society 111714012004 111714012008 7 Application of 111714012039 Navaratna crop science Dr. K. Shanthi microbialstimulant pvt ltd., cherlapally. s for imparting 111714012032 biotic and abiotic 111714012033 stresses in field crops 111714012028 Syndicate Farmers Dr. N. Mariadas 8 service coop society ltd., Processing of Alwal. banking services 111714012011 111714012026 9 111714012029 Regional Sugarcane and K. Sudha Sundari Sugarcane- clonal 111714012042 Rice Research station, improvement 111714012020 Rudrur. programme 111714012021 10 111714012043 District cooperative Dr. N. Mariadas Contribution of central bank, Medak. cooperative 111714012022 financial inst. to 111714012036 the farming sector 111714012010 11 111714012009 Eldorado Agritech pvt Dr. N. Mariadas Impact of ltd, Nacharam. marketing : means and modes 12 Om Sai cotton Dr. N. Mariadas Cotton production, ind.,Warangal. bale processing & marketing Dr. K. Krishna Mohan 13 CADS, Hyderguda Zero budget natural farming ● Review: The students gained practical knowledge in various Agricultural industries which will enable them to estimate the prospects in ENTERPRENEURSHIP. 4 4. RAWEP-2017 ● Purpose: To understand the practical difficulties in farming and to gain knowledge from Krishi Vignan Kendras regarding new varieties and cultural practices. ● Report: The RAWEP is a part of B.Sc. Agricultural Science & Rural Development where the students stay in the villages for 3 months in the 1st semester of 4th Year. Twenty one (21) boys were allotted to KVK Jammikunta and nineteen (19) girls to KVK Gaddipally. Mrs. K. Sudha Sundari, Head of Department accompanied the girl students to Gaddipally on 08-08- 2017 while Mr. G. Sreeramulu, Lecturer in Extension accompanied the boy students to Jammikunta on 09-08-2017. The boys were allotted three villages of Jammikunta Mandal. The villages were Dharmaram, Nagampeta and Gandrapally where as the girl students were allotted four villages of Garidepally Mandal namely Gaddipally, Penpahad, Ponugodu and L.B. Nagar. Both the KVKs-Jammikunta and KVK- Gaddipally conducted orientation program and 12 theory classes & 6 practical classes for the students in the 6 weeks of their programme schedule. The Coordinator and all the Subject Matter Specialists have taken the classes. The students were shown the functioning of KVK Farms. The lecturer wise RAWEP Visits/ follow up has given below. Sl. No. Date Name of the Lecturer KVK 1 09/08/17 Mr. G. Sreeramulu Jammikunta 2 24/08/17 Mr. G. Sreeramulu Gaddipally 3 26/08/17 Mr. G. Sreeramulu Jammikunta 4 06/09/17 Mr. G. Sreeramulu Gaddipally 5 12/09/17 Mr. G. Sreeramulu Jammikunta 6 19/09/17 Mr. G. Sreeramulu Gaddipally 7 07/10/17 Mr. G. Sreeramulu Jammikunta 8 21/10/17 Mr. G. Sreeramulu Jammikunta 9 30/10/17 (Exhibition) Dr. Anthony (Father Principal) & Gaddipally Mrs. K. Sudha Sundari 10 01/11/17 (Exhibition) Fr. Anand Kumar & Mr. G. Jammikunta Sreeramulu 11 07/11/17 (Viva) Mr. G. Sreeramulu & Mr. Vinod Gaddipally Kumar Reddy 12 10/11/17 (Viva) Dr. K. Krishna Mohan & Mr. G. Jammikunta Sreeramulu 5 6 ● Review: The students benefited a lot from the programme. It helped immensely in understanding the practical problems of farmers and suggested suitable measures for improving yields. 5. Agricultural exhibition- Krishi Pradarshan - 23.02.2018: The Department of Agriculture Science and Rural Development, Loyola Academy Degree and PG College conducted the Agriculture Exhibition 2017-18 (Krishi Pradarshan) on 23rd Feb 2018. ● Purpose: The main aim of the exhibition is to project the ideas of the students regarding Farming and allied sectors and to create awareness among others about agriculture, modern trends, technology and rural development. ● Report: The exhibition was inaugurated by Rev. Fr. S. Raju S.J., the Rector, Rev. Fr. J. Thynese S.J., the Correspondent, Rev. Fr. Dr. Anthony Pothireddy S.J., the Principal, Rev. Fr. Dr. L. Joji Reddy S.J., the Vice Principal, Rev. Fr. Ch. Anand Kumar S.J. the Block in- charge and foreign delegates. 34 stalls have been put up by the students. Dignitaries, Lecturers, students from schools and college and also the other people have visited the stalls and modules that were prepared by students. They encouraged the students heart fully and students received appreciation for their hard work, which is shown in the form of exhibits. 7 ● Review: The exhibition created awareness among the surrounding school children regarding the course of Ag. Sc. It also helped to bring out the capabilities of the students. 6. FIELD TRIPS 1. 30-6-2017: Third year agri. Students were taken on a field trip to NAARM. The seminar was organised at the auditorium on the topic `START UP SAMVAD’. The students had the opportunity to visit the `e- idea’ an incubation centre where ideas are nourished and brought into reality.