Kochi, June 3 -- Lakshadweep Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) of ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has been selected as the Best KVK-National Award by the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS), New Delhi, and Dhanuka for excellence in agricultural extension.
Among a range of works for the development of agriculture and allied sectors in the region, the KVK's pioneering efforts that led to declaring Lakshadweep organic territory were pivotal in securing this national recognition.
The Kendra was instrumental in registering an impressive 7591 active farmers across 10 islands of Lakshadweep, adopting organic farming practices.
Following such initiatives with the support of the Department of Agriculture, UT Adminis...