The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Churachandpur was sanctioned by ICAR in the year 29th June 2006 and started functioning from March, 2007 under the administrative control of ‘ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Umiam’ Meghalaya. It falls under the umbrella of ICAR-Agriculture Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI) - Zone VII, Umiam Meghalaya. Since inception, this KVK has been working for the improvement of farming community in the district. It serves as a knowledge and resource centre within the district. Its core goals involve fostering agricultural innovations, disseminating agricultural technologies, & enhancing overall agricultural landscape.
KVK Churachandpur, Pearsonmun lies on the south-western part of Manipur between 24.0 N and 24.3 N latitude and 93.15 E and 94.0 E longitude. The average altitude of the district is 1000.0 metres above the mean sea level. The maximum temperature is 370C while the minimum is 10C. The highest rainfall is 3080 mm the lowest is 597 mm. The maximum humidity is 100% and the minimum 61%. The beauty of the landscape is supplemented by the climate which is temperate and salubrious. The winter extending from November to February is cold, particularly in the hills but days are bright and sunny. The monsoon months stretch from May-June to September with heavy showers almost throughout the period. The spring and summer months are mildly pleasant despite high humidity.
Vision |
Science and technology-led growth leading to enhanced productivity, profitability, and sustainability of agriculture |
Mission |
Farmer-centric growth in agriculture and allied sectors through application of appropriate technologies in specific agro-ecosystem perspective. |
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