Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Barnala, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana organized Kisan Mela
2026 on the theme “Crop Residue Management Technologies”. A large number of farmers, farm women and rural youth participated in the programme and interacted with University scientists and officials from various state departments.
Dr. JPS Gill, Vice-Chancellor graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, while Dr. Ravinder Singh Grewal, Director of Extension Education, attended as the Special Guest. Dr. P. S. Tanwar, Associate Director, KVK Barnala, welcomed the dignitaries and participants and highlighted the role of KVK in transferring scientific agricultural and livestock technologies to the farming community. He emphasized the 
importance of adopting sustainable crop residue management practices instead of burning paddy straw.
Dr. Gill emphasized the importance of integrated farming, scientific livestock management and efficient utilization of farm resources for sustainable agricultural development. He encouraged farmers and rural youth to adopt improved technologies and strengthen agriculture and allied enterprises through scientific interventions.
Dr. Grewal highlighted the extension activities of the University and encouraged farmers to remain connected with the University and KVKs for scientific guidance, skill development and adoption of improved technologies.
A series of technical lectures was organized during the mela. Dr. Amandeep Kaur, FASC Barnala, PAU, discussed Rabi season
crops and crop residue management technologies. Er. Anand Gautam, PAU, explained the use of farm machinery for in-situ and ex-situ crop residue management. Dr. Subash Chandra, delivered a lecture on scientific goat farming and management practices. Dr Jasleen, discussed the prevention and management of common diseases of dairy animals.
Dr. Prabjeet Singh, Associate Director, KVK Booh, discussed fisheries and integrated farming system
s for enhancing farm income. Dr. Karamjit Singh, Deputy Director, Animal Husbandry, shared information on departmental schemes and livestock development programmes.
Dr. Sukhpal Singh, Chief Agriculture Officer, discussed agricultural schemes and crop residue management initiatives. Dr. Suryendra Singh, Deputy Director, Dairy Development, highlighted dairy development schemes and opportunities for farmers, while Er. Suryansh Mittal, Soil Conservation Officer, discussed soil and water conservation and efficient management of agricultural resources.
The Chief Guest and dignitaries also visited the exhibitions, stalls and displays of crop residue management machinery, where different technologies, farm inputs and advisory services were showcased for the benefit of farmers.
One of the major highlights of Kisan Mela was the recognition of progressive members of the farming community. A total of 47 farmers, farm women and rural youth were honoured with Appreciation Awards for their achievements, adoption of improved technologies and contribution towards agriculture, livestock and allied enterprises.
An interactive farmer-scientist discussion session was also organized, during which farmers raised queries related to crop production, crop residue management, livestock, fisheries, dairy farming, goat farming, farm machinery and other agricultural enterprises. Scientists and departmental experts provided technical guidance and practical solutions to their problems.
