The CAMPCO Ltd, Vivekananda College of Engineering and Technology, Vivekananda Polytechnic Puttur and Dakshina Kannada Co-operative Milk Producers’ Union Ltd will be jointly organizing the 4th edition of upcoming Krishi Yantra Mela -2019 and Dream Home at the Vivekananda Engineering college campus from 23rd to 25th February 2019.

CAMPCO Ltd, Mangalore and Vivekananda College of Engineering and Technology, Puttur had already conducted three Yantra Melas during 2009, 2012 and 2015 previously. All three melas were very successful and each edition attracted more than 2 lakh visitors. The main motto of the event is to showcase and create awareness about innovative machines and modern technology to the farmers. During the event, machine manufacturers and innovators in the field of agri-machinery will showcase their products. The latest areca peeling machines, equipments related to dairy farming will be put on display for the benefit of farmers. Visitors get access to machines and technology advancements of both local as well as outstation manufacturers under one roof.

What to expect ?

The event will host seminars on various topics such as

Backyard Farming
Value addition in farming
Farming as a profession
Profitability in Dairy farming
Low-cost housing

Keeping in mind the importance of creating awareness amongst farmers in constructing low-cost cow sheds, usage of rubber-based floor mats etc. dairy farming has also been included during the event. Throughout the 3-day event, visitors will get the opportunity to visit the internationally renowned CAMPCO chocolate factory.

Must Visit! Dont Miss it

In association with Puttur Association of Civil Engineers (PACE), the event DREAM HOME is also organized along with Krishi Yantra Mela. Latest equipments, raw materials and designs used in constructing low-cost houses will be showcased at the mela. The main objective of the dream home is to create awareness among people to use the best of the available resources in building the best quality homes.

Mega Event for Farming Lovers

In order to create interest among students towards farming, the machines and equipment developed by the high school and college students will be displayed at the mela. The best innovative projects by the students will be awarded during the event.

So, Who is the Event for?

This mela is a good opportunity for different Companies, Innovators, Manufacturers of Agriculture related Machinery from all over India and abroad to exhibit their products and impress upon farmers to purchase and utilize them in farming and post-harvest operations. Around 3 lakhs visitors from the state of Karnataka, Kerala and Tamilnadu are expected to visit the event.

“Chappara Muhurtha” was held on 18th January at Vivekananda Engineering college grounds in connection with the mega event Krishi Yantra Mela -2019 and Dream Home.

How to Register for Krishi Yantra Mela

To know more about the Krishi Yantra Mela-2019 and to register for stalls they can contact the following numbers 9483203087 and 9743250582. For more information and to book stalls under Dream Home interested can contact 9448328280 and 7760300456. For more details, please contact www.vcetputtur.ac.in and email to [email protected].

Agricultural sector is developing with the use of machinery

The charitable task of developing agriculture is based on tradition and culture. When culture grows automatically agriculture will be progressing. The agricultural sector is developing today with the use of machinery. There are several government schemes that encourages farmers said Nalin Kumar Kateel MP from Manglore.

He said inagurating the 4th Krishi Yantra Mela – 2019 held at Puttur. Organised by Vivekananda College of Engineering and technology, Vivekananda Polytechnic College, Campco Ltd. and Dakshina Kannada Milk Producers’ Union Ltd.Use of farm machinery will not only improve farming but also empower farmers. Farmers are facing accute shortage of labourers, government brought different innovation in farming.Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan, Jai Vijnan is a very relevant now.

Soldiers protect the land and nation where in farmers fertilize the land for the food products, through research Scientists help in developing accordingly said Dr Kalladka Prabhakar Bhat, President Vivekananda Vidyavardhaka Sangha on the inaugural occasion.Cattles not only provide food for humans but also the cowdungs are used for different agricultural usages said the KMF Union President Raviraj Hegde after inaugurating the Dairy farming.

Inaugurating the dream house Sanjeev Mantandur, legislator of Puttur Constituency Assembly, the Government has planned to strenthen the economy and agriculture of the country. He also said agriculture is advanced mechanical engine that provides the knowledge of technology.Department Of Journalism of Vivekananda College released Student journal ‘Vikasana’ a special edition broughtout regarding ‘Krishiyantra Mela – 2019”President of Campco S R Sathish Chandra inaugurating the machinery fair said this Krishimela gave chance for more agriculture machinery and inventory farm which has been arrived for mela.

Director of IIHR Dr M R Dinesh said, more stress should be given for the scientific ways of agriculture. Even researches are been done to help the farmers in farming in the easy way.President of Vivekananda Engineering College Sathish Rao P, Executive Director of Campco Ltd. Suresh bandari, executive Director of KMF B V Satyanarayana, Puttur Association of civil Engineers Federation President Kishor Kumar, Vivekananda Degree College Correspondent M T Jayaram Bhat, President of Vivekanada PU College Ravindra Rai, Inna chandrakantha rao were Present.

Secretary of Vivekananda Vidyavardhaka Sangha Dr KrishnaBhat welcomed President of Vivekanada Polytechnic College Prasanna Bhat renderd the vote of thanks. Dr Vijayasaraswathi Coordinator of PG Studies in Mcom and Hariprasad daila Faculty from Vivekananda engineering College compeered the ceremony.

The CAMPCO Ltd, Vivekananda College of Engineering and Technology, Vivekananda Polytechnic Puttur and Dakshina Kannada Co-operative Milk Producers’ Union Ltd will be jointly organizing the 4th edition of Krishi Yantra Mela -2019, Dream Home and Dairy Farming at the Vivekananda Engineering college campus from 23rd to 25th February 2019.

The main objective of the event is to introduce innovative machines and latest technology to the farmers. During the event, machine manufacturers and innovators in the field of Agri-machinery, Low-cost House construction and dairy farming will showcase their products.

The preparation work of the mega event is in full swing and reached completion stage. Due to the tremendous response received for the previous 3rd edition motivated the organizers to hold the 4th edition. More than 2 lakh visitors are expected to visit during the 3 days of the event.

Inauguration and Valedictory

Shri. P. P. Chaudhary, the Union Minister of State for the Law and Justice and the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India will be inaugurating the event on 23rd February at 10.30am. Dr. Kaladka Prabhkar Bhat will preside over the function. Shri. Sathischandra, President CAMPCO Ltd will inaugurate the Krishi Yantra mela Stalls, Shri. Raviraj Hegde, President DKMUL will inaugurate Dairy farming stalls. Dr. V.V Bhat, IAS, Ex-Secretary, Govt. of India will be the Guest of Honour.Shri. Nalin Kumar Kateel, MP Mangalore, Dr. M R Dinesh, Director, ICAR-IIHR, Ms.Shobha Karandlaje, MP Udupi & Chikmagalur, Shri. Prathap Simha, MP Mysore, Shri.B Y Raghavendra, MP Shimoga, Shri. Sanjeev Matandoor, MLA, Puttur and Shri. Laxmi Narayan, G.M, Canara Bank will be part of the inauguration programme.The valedictory programme will be held on 25th February at 4.00pm. Shri. Konkody Padmanabh, Ex.CAMPCO President will be the president of the programme. Shri.Sanjiva Matandoor, MLA Puttur, Shri. Rajesh Naik U, MLA, Bantwal, Shri.Angara, MLA, Sullia and Shri.Harish Poonja, MLA, Belthangady will be the Guest of Honours.

About Stalls

The event will exhibit 154 stalls related to agriculture machinery & dairy farming, 83 Stalls related to a dream home. Total 8 automobiles, 4 nurseries, 4 agriculture-related publishers and seed selling stalls, 20 food stalls and 20 commercial stalls will be put up. The visitors will get the chance to visit Banking stalls which are also part of this event.The total layout of the event is well planned in order to make the visitors experience memorable. The Dakshina Kannada Milk Union Ltd is building the model cow shed with fitted latest dairy farming machines. A low-cost demo house also will be showcased in order to create awareness of building low-cost houses. For demonstration purpose, more than 25 areca trees are planted at the event.

Special attractions

Drone sprayers, Carbon fibre sprayers, new drip irrigation machines, latest machines in dairy farming and various other innovative machines will be exhibited and demonstrated. Live Pottery making, Demonstration of drone sprayers and Dhoti sprayers are the special attractions of the event.

Seminars

The event will host 2 seminars each for 3 days on the following topics

Backyard Farming
Value addition in farming
Farming as a profession
Profitability in Dairy farming
Low-cost housing

Facilities

For 3 days from morning 10.00am to 4.00 pm, visitors will get an opportunity to visit the internationally renowned CAMPCO chocolate factory free of cost. Bus facility will be available from the event venue to the chocolate factory. All arrangements such as Information center, drinking water, parking, refreshment counters, toilets, ambulance and fire service is done. The 3-day event surely will set a benchmark and greatly help the farmers.

The following were present for the press Meet

Shri. S.R.Satishchandra, President CAMPCO LTD.
Shri. Suresh bhandary M, Managing Director, CAMPCO LTD.
Shri. Sathish Rao P. President, Vivekananda College of Engineering & Technology, Puttur
Dr. M S Govinde Gowda, Principal, Vivekananda College of Engineering & Technology, Puttur
Shri.Kishore Kumar,President PACE, Puttur
Shri.Ashley D’Souza, Event Publicity Committee Head