21/08/2026
ICAR–Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), Assam organized an IARI Assam–IFFCO Interaction and Brainstorming Session for Collaborative Agricultural Development at the IARI Assam campus, Gogamukh, on 20 August 2026. The programme aimed to explore avenues for collaboration in agricultural research, training, farmer awareness, technology dissemination and career development.
The programme was held under the guidance of Dr. Ch. Srinivasa Rao, Director, IARI. The IFFCO delegation comprised Dr. Sunil Kumar, State Marketing Manager, North East Division; Shri Anuj Kotoky, Manager (Agriculture Services); Shri Dinoraj Ningthoujam, Field Officer, Tezpur; and Shri Biswajit Goyari, Authorised Dealer, Dhemaji.
The interaction focused on identifying mutually beneficial areas of collaboration in agricultural research, capacity building, farmer training and awareness programmes, technology demonstration and dissemination, as well as career opportunities for students and young agricultural professionals.
A key highlight of the programme was an enlightening presentation by IFFCO officials on nano-fertilizers and their potential role in promoting balanced and efficient fertilizer use. The presentation provided valuable insights into emerging fertilizer technologies and their potential applications in sustainable agriculture.
Heads of Divisions, scientists and technical personnel of IARI Assam actively participated in the programme and contributed to the brainstorming discussions. The interaction provided an important platform for sharing expertise and identifying practical areas where IARI Assam and IFFCO can work together for the benefit of farmers, particularly in the Northeastern region.
The programme was coordinated by Dr. Arpan Bhowmik, Dr. Rahul Singh, Dr. Chethan C. R., Dr. P. K. Mishra, Dr. Bhagirath Das and Dr. Sunny Arya, under the supervision of Dr. A. K. Balange, Head (APF) and Campus In-charge, and Dr. L. K. Baishya, Head (NRM). Dr. Rachit Saxena, Head (A) (CS), and Dr. S. Manivannan also provided valuable guidance. Mr. Chandan Maji provided assistance in organizing the programme.
The interaction marked an important step towards strengthening the research–industry–farmer linkage and advancing collaborative initiatives for sustainable and technology-driven agricultural development in Northeast India.
Indian Council of Agricultural Research
ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute
Central Agricultural University Imphal
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmer’s Welfare, Government of India
AAU - Assam Agricultural University
ICAR ATARI, Zone-VI
Icar RC Neh Region
KVK Lakhimpur,Assam
Kvk Dhemaji