COIMBATORE, MAY 11 (MExN): Karunya Deemed University, Coimbatore organized a two-day event on the theme of ‘Climate Change’ and ‘Sustainable Agriculture’ from May 10 to 11.
The event was conducted under the aegis of Karunya Technology Business Incubation Park (KTBIP) and the School of Agricultural Sciences, Karunya with a view to commemorate India’s G20 Presidency and its theme, ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ (One Earth One Family), with a focus on sustainable and environment-friendly lifestyles.
The event showcased the creative endeavors of the students of B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture, with a focus on the theme of Climate Change - its causes, impacts, and mitigation. The exhibits were in the form of models, charts, paintings, presentations, blogs, and vlogs, highlighting the importance of sustainable agriculture and its impact on the environment.
The students displayed various products, methodologies, farming practices, cultivars, and artefacts. These products included herbal products, bio-fertilizers, vermin compost, souvenirs based on dry leaves, seedlings, and plantlings. These items were made available for sale at affordable prices, llowing visitors to take a piece of sustainable agriculture home with them.
The event was a success, with visitors and students alike appreciating the effort taken by the university to promote sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation. The event also served as a platform for the students to showcase their creativity and passion for sustainable agriculture and contribute to India’s G20 Presidency theme of ‘One Earth One Family’.
A press release from the university said it is committed to promoting sustainable practices and creating a better future for the next generation. The university, it stated, aims to inspire and motivate its students to take up the cause of sustainable agriculture and work towards a greener and more sustainable future.
