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READY (Rural Entrepreneurship Awareness Development Yojana):
Student READY (Rural Entrepreneurship Awareness Development Yojana) programme is a new initiative of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research to reorient graduates of Agriculture to ensure and assuring employability and develop entrepreneurs for emerging knowledge-intensive agriculture. All the components along with the time frame as per suitability of course i.e. Experiential Learning/Skill Development Training, Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE), Internship are included in the final year of B.Sc. (Agriculture) degree programme for 2 semesters, to provide entrepreneurial skills, confidence and hands-on experience. One semester students need to complete RAWE and another semester is AELP.
- Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE):
During the RAWE (Rural Agricultural Work Experience) program, students typically engage in various practical activities aimed at gaining hands-on experience and understanding of agricultural practices.
| SI No. | Components | Activities |
| 1. | Field Visits and Surveys
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Field visits to rural areas to observe different agricultural practices.
surveys related to crop patterns, soil health, water availability, etc. |
| 2. | Crop Production and Management:
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Participating in and assisting with crop cultivation, including planting, weeding, and harvesting.
Learning about integrated pest management techniques and their application. |
| 3. | Livestock Management:
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Learning about livestock rearing practices, such as feeding, breeding, and healthcare.
Participating in activities related to dairy farming, poultry management, etc. |
| 4. | Soil Health Improvement:
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Undertaking activities to assess soil fertility and health.
Participating in soil conservation practices such as terrace farming, contour plowing, etc. |
| 5. | Farm Machinery Operation:
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Operating and maintaining agricultural machinery and equipment.
Learning about the use of modern farming tools and technologies. |
| 6. | Agribusiness and Marketing:
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Understanding market dynamics and value chains related to agricultural produce.
Participating in activities related to agribusiness management and marketing strategies. |
| 7. | Community Interaction and Extension Services:
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Engaging with local communities to understand their agricultural practices and challenges.
Participating in extension activities to disseminate agricultural knowledge and practices. |
| 8. | Documentation and Reporting:
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Maintaining records of activities, observations, and outcomes during the RAWE program.
Preparing reports and presentations based on their experiences and learnings. |
Activities of students during the RAWE Programme
Students participated in various demonstration programs during RAWE, such as the panchagavya preparation, IFS (Integrated farming system) model and Azolla preparation, application of insecticides, pesticides and sticky insect trap, trichocard demonstration, spraying of fungicides, preparation of fungicides
2. Agricultural Extension and Leadership Programs (AELP) Unit:
The Agricultural Extension and Leadership Programs (AELP) focus on enhancing skills related to agricultural extension services, rural development, and leadership. Students choose one of several domains to develop expertise, equipping them with the knowledge and leadership capabilities to address challenges in the agricultural sector. This interdisciplinary program combines agriculture, environmental sustainability, community engagement, and effective leadership, preparing students for diverse careers in agriculture and related fields.Students allotted to different unit during their internship.
| Track | AELP Project(s) | Focus Areas |
| Organic Farming | Organic Production- Field Crops | Organic cultivation techniques for field crops |
| Organic Production- Horticultural Crops | Organic cultivation techniques for horticultural crops | |
| Biofertilizer and Biopesticide Production Technology | Technologies for producing biofertilizers and biopesticides | |
| Intensive Aquaculture | 1. Framing of SOPs for Intensive Fish Culture | Standard operating procedures for intensive fish culture |
| 2. Health Management in Aquaculture | Disease management in aquaculture | |
| 3. Feed Management in Aquaculture | Techniques for effective feed management in aquaculture | |
| 4. Aquaculture Rearing | Techniques and practices for aquaculture rearing | |
| Seed Production Methods | 1. Hybridization Techniques | Methods for hybridization in seed production |
| 2. Vegetable Seed Production | Techniques specific to vegetable seed production | |
| 3. Cultivar Purity and Seed Quality Testing | Testing methods for cultivar purity and seed quality | |
| Genetic Engineering & Genomics | 1. Molecular Genomics | Application of genomics in agriculture |
| 2. Plant Tissue Culture Technologies | Techniques in plant tissue culture | |
| 3. Techniques in Molecular Biology | Molecular biology techniques | |
| Nutraceuticals | 1. Development of Personalized Food and Medicine | Innovations in personalized nutrition and medicine |
| 2. Development of Biopesticides and Biofertilizers | Research and production of biopesticides and biofertilizers | |
| 3. Development of Immune Boosters | Technologies for developing immune system boosters | |
| SMART Agriculture | 1. Management of High-Value Cut Flowers | Techniques for managing high-value cut flowers |
| 2. Management of Crops in Hydroponics | Practices in hydroponic crop management | |
| 3. Use of Smart Tools for Precision Crop Management | Applications of precision agriculture tools | |
| Protected Horticulture | 1. Production Technology of Cut Flowers & Loose Flowers | Techniques for producing cut and loose flowers |
| 2. Protected Floriculture | Practices in protected environment floriculture | |
| 3. Production Management of Medicinal and Aromatic Crops | Techniques for managing medicinal and aromatic crops | |
| Food Processing | 1. Product Development and Packaging Technologies | Innovations in food product development and packaging |
| 2. Food Standards and Regulations | Compliance with food standards and regulations | |
| 3. Sensory Evaluation and Nutritional Labelling | Techniques for sensory evaluation and nutritional labeling | |
| Agri Business Management | Sales and Distribution of Agrifood Products | Internship focusing on sales and distribution of agrifood products at LMDC |
| Commodity and Food Storage | 1. Recent Trends in Post-Harvest Technology | Advancements in post-harvest technologies |
| 2. Pest Management Techniques in Storage | Strategies for pest management in storage facilities | |
| 3. Post-Harvest Storage of Fruits and Vegetables | Techniques and best practices for fruit and vegetable storage |
Shows AELP Drone unit
Herbal garden
The Herbal garden consists of 35 herbal species and 55 medicinal tree species was established in M.S. Swaminathan School of Agriculture, Centurion University, Paralakhemundi. The garden has become a well-established demonstration centre for students, farmers and other institutes. The garden has been labelled with a QR code system of nomenclature which provides complete details of the plant about its medicinal value, plant botany and its growing practices. Medicinal plants were propagated and supplied to different institutes and Govt. offices to set up Herbal gardens on their premises. As of now, the University has sold out 30 species of medicinal plants and revenue about Rs 10, 000.
Orichadarium
Recently, the Orchidarium was established in M.S. Swaminathan School of Agriculture, Centurion Univeristy, Paralakhemundi comprising five species of orchid collected from different regions of Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Siliguri. The unit consists of 550 numbers of plants with an objective to grow, acclimatise, propagate and distribute plantlets to farmers and entrepreneurs of orchids in the region.
Commercial Horticulture Nursery
The Commercial Horticulture Nursery is situated at M.S. Swaminathan School of Agriculture, Centurion University, Paralakhemundi over 2 acres having more than 200 plant species of ornamental, fruits, plantation, medicinal and vegetable seedlings shown in figure 11. It has a well-equipped playhouse and shade net house, which produce 10,000 plantlets in a month. The nursery has an average revenue record of 5000 rupees worth of plants monthly. Plants are consumed at maximum on the different campuses of the university.
