The College of Agriculture, Vellayani has been honoured with the Green Campus Award by the Kalliyoor Grama Panchayat as part of the Janakeeya Kayikam Mela. The award recognises the outstanding contributions of the institution to environmental sustainability and campus greening efforts. This recognition reflects the commitment of the college to eco-friendly practices and community participation in conservation initiatives.
The College of Agriculture Vellayani hosted the Agro-Industrial Conclave 2025 on 17th March 2025 for the 2021 admission RAWE (Rural Agricultural Work Experience) students. The event commenced with a welcome address delivered by Dr. Esakkimuthu M., Assistant Professor and Module Leader, who set the stage for an engaging and insightful session.
The College of Agriculture, Vellayani, in collaboration with NABARD, and Western Sydney University (WSU), Australia, has launched the K-AgTech LaunchPad, a pioneering Rural Business Incubation Centre aimed at fostering AgriTech innovation and entrepreneurship.
Vellayani, March 14, 2024: The College of Agriculture, Vellayani, is set to host the grand inauguration of the K-AgTech Launchpad, a pioneering initiative aimed at driving technological advancements in agriculture. The event will witness participation from esteemed dignitaries, researchers, and industry experts, marking a significant milestone in agricultural innovation.
The final-year 2021 batch students of the College of Agriculture, Vellayani, participated in the Rural Agricultural Work Experience Program (RAWE), which was inaugurated by Dr. Divya S. Iyer, Managing Director of Vizhinjam International Seaport. The event, spanning five months, is organized under the theme "Sow Green Dreams, Thrive Along with the Earth," with nearly 100 students taking part. ADGP H. Venkatesh launched the program logo. The function, presided over by College Dean Dr. Roy Stephen, also featured speeches by Dr. Alan Thomas, Dr. M. Isakkimuthu, Dr. Anith K.
Indian Council of Agricultural Research has designated on 3rd December as “Agricultural Education Day” to commemorate the birth anniversary of first President of Independent India and Union Minister of Agriculture, Bharat Ratna, Dr. Rajendra Prasad. For celebrating Agricultural Education Day-2024, College of Agriculture, Vellayani organised different programs to create awareness on the significance of
agricultural education, its relevance to the development of the nation and to attract the young generation to choose agriculture as the professional career after schooling.
In a heartwarming initiative to support young parents, the College of Agriculture, Vellayani, has established a crèche on its campus. This thoughtful facility enables parents to work with peace of mind, knowing their children are well cared for and close by.
Catering to pre-schoolers aged two years and above, the crèche introduces the children to a world of fun, creativity, games, and social interaction. The initiative reflects the commitment of the college to fostering a supportive environment for its staff and students with young families.
In observance of World Diabetes Day 2024, the Department of Community Science and the NSS unit of the College of Agriculture, Vellayani, joined hands with Dr. Rasheed's Diabetes Speciality Centre to organize a series of impactful events aimed at raising awareness and promoting health. The activities, held on November 14, 2024, included a medical camp, an interactive session, a quiz on diabetes, and a symbolic blue circle formation in the campus.
Katakam Rupini Krishna, a PhD student in nematology at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), has been awarded the Best Oral Presentation at the 2nd International Agriculture Conference on Natural Farming Innovations held from November 3-5, 2024, at Hansraj College, University of Delhi. The award was based on her thesis work conducted at Kerala Agricultural University's Vellayani campus, focusing on the biomanagement of the root-knot nematode (Meloidogyne incognita) and wilt fungus (Fusarium oxysporum) disease complex in vegetable cowpea.
The College of Agriculture (COA) Vellayani held the inaugural session of Deeksharambh - Student Induction Programme (SIP) 2024 on November 14, 2024, at 11:00 AM in the Indoor Stadium. The program aimed to welcome and orient new students enrolled in B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture and B.Tech Biotechnology.
