ICAR-IGFRI Srinagar Station

Under the #MGMG programme, an awareness-cum-training programme on Balanced Fertilizer Use, Soil Health and Sustainable Forest Management Practices was conducted at Sedow, Shopian in collaboration with the Social Forestry Department. @icarindia @AgriGoI @IcarIgfri

MoU signed between ICAR-IGFRI and SKUAST-Jammu to strengthen collaborative research and extension in forage, grassland management, and sustainable livestock systems, on the sidelines of National Conference on Sustainable and Climate Resilient Agroecosystems: Innovations and Policy Framework (April 28-30, 2026) at SKUAST Jammu. @icarindia

Eid Greetings from ICAR. #icar @AgriGoI @PIB_India @ChouhanShivraj

@IgfriS conducted 3 trainings at Dhiansar, Datta Talab (Birpur) & Kotli Charkha (Bishnah) with @SambaKvk. Fodder Seed, tools & vet medicines were distributed among 200+ SC farmers (majority women). Together, we can strengthen fodder security. @AgriGoI @icarindia @Dept_of_AHD

On 11 Feb 2026, @IgfriS with SKUAST-Jammu, organized an Animal Health and Nutrition training at Kotli Charkha, Bishnah. 53 SC farmers attended. Focus on fodder, animal health & nutrition. @AgriGoI @icarindia @IcarIgfri @Dept_of_AHD

ICAR-IGFRI RRS Srinagar, in collaboration with ACRA, Samba, organized a one-day SCSP training on scientific cultivation of fodder crops under rainfed conditions. Eighty farmers, including women, participated in interactive sessions on fodder production and livestock health. Drudgery-reducing tools, fodder seed, and veterinary medicines were distributed to support sustainable livestock-based livelihoods. @AgriGoI @CIHG_IGFRI @IgfriS @icarindia

“Mechanised feed solutions & livestock diversification are key to boosting milk production.” – Dr M. L. Jat at the #ICAR Workshop on Strategic Assessment of Feed Resources for Increased Livestock Production. @ChouhanShivraj @PIB_India

This January 26th, let’s promise to be better citizens. A great nation is built by great people....

Rashtriya Karmayogi Jan Seva Training successfully concluded at ICAR-CITH, Srinagar, coordinated by Dr. O. C. Sharma with Dr. Puneet. Scientists and staff from @IgfriS, @INbpgr RS Srinagar, & KVK Baramulla participated.

Day 2 | Field engagement with pastoralist communities.... Learning in their own setting reaffirmed one truth: grasslands thrive when pastoralists are co-managers, not just stakeholders.. This community-led approach is at the heart of #IYRP2026 @AgriGoI @Dept_of_AHD @icarindia

The Department of Botany, University of Kashmir and ICAR-IGFRI Regional Research Station, Srinagar organized a two-day workshop on “Managing Invasions for Grassland Restoration and Resilience”. The workshop was inaugurated by Prof. Nilofer Khan, Vice-Chancellor, University of Kashmir. Eminent experts, including Prof. Mahesh Shankaran (NCBS, Bengaluru) and Dr. G. Balachander (Krishi Bounty Biotech, Bengaluru), Dr. Zaffar A Reshi, Dr. Manzoor Ahmad Shah, Dr. Anzar A Khuroo, Dr. S.N. Zaffar along with IGFRI scientists including Dr. Suheel Ahmad, Dr. Nazim Hamid Mir, and Dr. Atufa Regu, participated in the deliberations. The discussions focused on the ecological impacts of invasive species and science-based strategies for grassland restoration, productivity enhancement, and climate resilience through integrated management and stakeholder participation. @IgfriS

University of Kashmir and @IgfriS organized workshop on “Managing Invasions for Grassland Restoration. Deliberations focused on science-based, integrated strategies for grassland restoration, productivity enhancement.. @icarindia @IcarIgfri @IYRP2026

ICAR-IGFRI, Jhansi welcomed the New Year-2026 with great zeal, joy and happiness; and pledged to continue the efforts contributing in the realisation of Fodder-Plus India... Wishing all the stakeholders a very very happy, prosperous and fruitful Year- 2026...

Kisan Diwas (23 December 2025) under Swachhata Pakhwada on fodder innovations held at @IgfriS in collaboration with RFS, Shuhama Ganderbal. Seed kits of perennial grasses and legumes distributed among the farmers....@AgriGoI @Dept_of_AHD @icarindia @IcarIgfri @INbpgr

The Regional Fodder Station, and @IgfriS in collaboration with the Sheep Husbandry Department, conducted a Collaborative Awareness Programme to sensitize farmers on improved fodder production technologies. @icarindia @Dept_of_AHD @IcarIgfri

In compliance with the Govt. of India's directives and subsequent ICAR's circular, ICAR-IGFRI, Jhansi is organizing the 'Swachhta Pakhwara' during 16-31, Dec, 2025. A series of events starting from the pledge for inculcating the essence of Swachhata in Lifestyle, and performing swachhata activities in different stations, divisions, units and other areas of the institute are planned to be organized during the Swachhata Pakhwara. @AgriGoI @ChouhanShivraj @icarindia @IgfriS

Progressive sheep breeders @DshoBla visited @IgfriS to learn about fodder innovations and improved fodder cropping systems for year-round fodder security... @icarindia @IcarIgfri #ViksitKrishi @ViksitBharat

Awareness cum Training Program on Fodder Production and Conservation was jointly organised by RFS, Shuhama @Dept_of_AHD ICAR-IGFRI at @IgfriS. Around 40 pastoralists from Kargil district were provided forage seeds for demonstration... @icarindia @IcarIgfri #ViksitBharat2047

ICAR–IGFRI RRS Srinagar, in collaboration with Manasbal Range, J&K Forest Department, organized a programme to honor and engage the tribal pastoralist community. The event focused on grassland restoration, sustainable fodder development, and pastoral livelihood upliftment. An interactive session with little tribal students was also held, followed by the distribution of stationery items. More than 75 Pastoralists including women and children participated in the programme. @icarindia @IgfriS

Awareness-cum-Training Programme under #JanjatiyaGauravVarshPakhwada held at Gujar Pati, Preng Ganderbal by @icarigfri RRS Srinagar & Manasbal Range, Forest Department. Honouring tribal pastoralists & promoting grassland restoration, fodder innovation & livelihood upliftment.