AIU to promote agricultural-related learning

CHENNAI: For the purpose of raising awareness among young people about agriculture, as well as promoting agricultural tourism, the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), a senior body of Indian Universities, has signed a MoU with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).

The MoU, which will run for one year, says that at least 1,500 students from ordinary universities will be given the opportunity to visit 10 agricultural universities to gain basic knowledge about farming, as well as exposure to agricultural activities. They'll visit programs there, and visit places.

The tour will be designed to give students a complete understanding of agricultural activities. AIU President G Thiruvsagam said, “It takes an hour to raise awareness among the youth about agriculture, agricultural activities, the effects of climate change, and the hard work of our farmers. The MoU aims to make students realize the importance of agriculture. ” AIU officials said it was the first time he had signed such an agreement with ICAR. The program will help bring students from urban areas closer to nature and agriculture, he added.

Students from both universities will work on ideas related to sustainable agriculture and the environment, and independent officials will be appointed to ensure the proper implementation of projects. “Young people should be educated on the benefits of organic farming and organic farming. Today, many businesses are already operating in the agricultural sector. We believe that our program will help more people to do farming, ”said Thiruvsagam.

The opportunity arises

The MoU says at least 1,500 students from mainstream universities will have the opportunity to visit 10 agricultural universities to get basic information about agricultural activities.