State Government Post-Doctoral Fellowship Conferred
Dr. K. Dipak Suresh, Assistant Professor, Department of FMPE, KCAEFT, Tavanur, under the mentorship of Dr. Jayan P.R., Dean, Faculty of Agricultural Engineering, has been conferred the Chief Minister’s Nava Kerala Post Doctoral Fellowship (PDF) on completion by the Government of Kerala. The fellowship is awarded by the Kerala State Higher Education Council (KSHEC).
The Central Training Institute (CTI), Mannuthy, under the Directorate of Extension, Kerala Agricultural University, successfully conducted a three-day “Induction Training Programme for Newly Recruited Farm Assistants (Second Batch)” from 06.05.2026 to 08.05.2026 at Karshakabhavanam, Vellanikkara.
A total of 37 newly recruited Farm Assistants from various stations and institutions under KAU participated in the programme. The training was inaugurated by Dr. K.N. Anith, Director of Research, KAU.
The Induction Training Programme for Newly Recruited Farm Assistants of Kerala Agricultural University is being conducted from 23rd to 25th April 2026 at Karshakabhavanam, Vellanikkara.
The programme was inaugurated by Dr. B. Ashok, IAS, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, KAU. Dr. Binoo P. Bonny, Director of Extension, KAU, delivered the welcome address. Dr. A. Sakeer Husain, Registrar of the University, was also present on the occasion, and the vote of thanks was delivered by Dr. Helen S., Professor and Head, CTI, KAU.
The Centre of Excellence in Post-Harvest Technology (CE-PHT), Agri Business Incubator, Department of Processing and Food Engineering, organized an Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP) in Food Processing on 12 March 2026. A total of 20 participants from different parts of the district attended the programme.
The NSS unit of KCAEFT successfully organized an outreach programme at the Old Age Home, Thavanur on 12.03.2026. NSS volunteers visited the home and spent meaningful time interacting with the residents. Cultural programmes and interactive sessions were conducted, which brought joy and companionship to the elderly. As part of the initiative, a total amount of ₹10,000, collected from the staff and faculty members of KCAEFT, was donated to support the welfare and daily needs of the residents.
Dr. Visakh N.U., Asst. Professor ( Agrl. Entomology) received KAU Award for best patent
Student Interaction on KAU–WSU Dual Degree Programme organized at KCAEFT-Tavanur
A student interaction programme on the KAU–WSU Dual Degree Collaboration was successfully conducted on 21 January 2026 at KCAEFT, Tavanur, under the auspices of the Academic Offices (UG & PG). The programme witnessed the active participation of a large number of students and faculty members.
'Alumni Meet 2026' organized at KCAEFT-Tavanur
Agricultural Machinery Demonstration Mela – ‘Farm Mech 2026’ organized at KCAEFT-Tavanur
In view of Kerala’s small landholdings and acute labour scarcity, a three-day Agricultural Machinery Demonstration Mela – ‘Farm Mech 2026’ was organized to promote context-specific farm mechanization. The mela, proposed in collaboration with the College Alumni Association and AICRP schemes, was held on 22–24 January 2026 in connection with Agricultural Engineering Day.
Republic Day Celebrated
The 77th Republic Day of India was celebrated with pride and patriotic fervour at KCAEFT-Tavanur.
Hoisting the national flag, Dean of Faculty (Agrl. Engg.), Dr. Jayan P. R. reminded everyone of the strength of India’s Constitution and the collective responsibility of citizens to uphold its values.
Warm greetings and messages were delivered by Dr. Abdul Jabbar, Head, Instructional Farm; Dr. Priya G. Nair, Head, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Malappuram; Dr. Abdul Hakkim, Head, SWC Division; and Er Princy, NSS Officer.
