Officers of 66th National Defence College Course Visit ICAR–CCARI, Goa

2 February 2026, Goa

ICAR–Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa, hosted officers of the 66th National Defence College (NDC) Course for a study visit today, highlighting the Institute’s best practices and innovative research initiatives in coastal agriculture.

Officers of 66th National Defence College Course Visit ICAR–CCARI, Goa

The visit was part of the NDC programme coordinated by the Goa Institute of Public Administration and Rural Development (GIPARD), Government of Goa. A distinguished delegation of 16 officers, comprising 10 Indian officers and 6 international officers from Sri Lanka, Myanmar, the United Arab Emirates, Nigeria, the United Kingdom, and Kenya, participated in the programme, reflecting the global relevance of India’s agricultural research and innovations.

The programme commenced with a welcome address by Dr Parveen Kumar, Director, ICAR–CCARI, who briefed the delegation on the Institute’s mandate, major achievements, and its contributions towards sustainable and climate-resilient coastal agriculture.

This was followed by a focused presentation highlighting the Institute’s flagship research programmes, integrated farming systems, and technology-driven solutions for soil, water, and ecosystem management.

The visiting officers engaged in an interactive discussion with the Director and scientists on key contemporary issues, including responsible use of agrochemicals, natural farming, antimicrobial resistance, water harvesting, and efficient resource management.

A guided field visit, provided first-hand exposure to the coconut-based integrated farming system, nursery and planting material units, biomass recycling practices, livestock units, and the Livestock Waste Valorization System with Jeevamrut Production Technology.

The visit strongly resonated with the national vision of “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan, Jai Vigyan”, underscoring the vital integration of science, agriculture, and nation-building in addressing present and future challenges.

(Source: ICAR–Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute, Goa)