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School of Smart Agricultural Science

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The School of Smart Agricultural Science at UETR was established with a focus on serving the nation through innovative, competitive, commercially oriented and scientifically sound agricultural practices.  We strive to raise a generation of first-rate agricultural entrepreneurs and agribusiness managers who manage and conserve agriculture products while paving the new, scientific way for sustainable agriculture.

We hope to speed up developments in the field through thorough research activity sand extension activities in agriculture at the National and International level. UETR has collaboration with Kuban State Agrarian University (KUBSAU), Krasnodar, Russia for Training, Internship and research. The impact of agricultural education will soon pave the way towards the development of a new breed of entrepreneurs, increased employment opportunities, higher earnings and better work environment.

Courses Offered

BSc. Ag.

MSc. Ag.

School of Smart Agricultural Science is UGC recognized, with its graduates eligible for employment anywhere in the country and abroad. There are multiple well-equipped labs with the necessary field equipment and research facilities for demonstration and independent project work.

MISSION

  • To support and encourage undergraduate student learning in sustainable agricultural fields.
  • To collaborate with other national and international academic and research institutes for long term interaction.
  • To find out and improve new as well as traditional agriculture technologies for all the stakeholders.
  • To strengthen the employability and develop creativity of students by way of incorporation industry interactions.

 

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Department Library Resources

The library is well equipped with an Intranet Wi-Fi system, CCTVs, UPS, AC system, Xerox machine, printers, computers and is organized with a specialized collection that includes:

  • 1174 Books in the field of Agricultural Sciences
  • The latest relevant magazines and newspapers
  • E-journals and e-books (Open Access)
  • ERP databases

Advanced Laboratories

There are multiple labs on campus for the students to research and experiment in:

  • Soil lab
  • Entomology lab
  • Pathology lab
  • Microbiology Lab
  • Agronomy lab
  • Genetics and plant breeding
  • Agro meteorology and Horticulture Lab
  • PCP Practical Crop Production
  • RAWE Rural AgriculturalWork Experience

UETR relies on National Policy of Education-2020 as a guideline for the framework for a cohesive, comprehensive and complete curriculum. The programs of study are designed with a focus on:

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Value Added Programs

We offer various value added and certificate programmes for students. Under this, various activities are organized that delivers possibilities to students for self-expression and self-fulfilment. These activities help students to stay active, learn to interact with others, develop time management and more. This programme has been incorporated in the regular time table of the students.

  • Computer Applications
  • Analysis of soil nutrients and Microbial techniques.
  • Hybridization Program
  • Mushroom Cultivation Techniques
  • Processing Unit (Fruits & Vegetables)
  • Seed Production
  • Vermicompost techniques
  • Importance of Medicinal & Aromatic Plants.
  • Agri Business

Job Opportunities

In Government sector:

  1. Actuarial Analyst
  2. Agriculture Portfolio Manager
  3. Agriculture Development Officer (ADO)
  4. Range Forest Officer (RFO)
  5. District Horticulture Officer (DHO)
  6. Food Safety Officer
  7. Agricultural Research Scientist (ARS)
  8. Research Fellow (SRF/JRF)
  9. Agriculture Graduate Trainee in IFFCO
  10. Primary Production Manager
  11. Farming Consultant/Agronomist
  12. Agricultural Lecturer
  13. Subject Matter Specialist
  14. Project Manager
  15. Agricultural Marketing Inspector

In Private sector:

  1. Actuarial Analyst
  2. Program Manager
  3. Research/Fundamental Analyst
  4. Primary Production Manager
  5. Agricultural Lecturer
  6. Subject Matter Specialist
  7. Management Executive
  8. Marketing Executive
  9. Project Manager
  10. Operations Manager in Fertilizer Units

In Agricultural Journalism:

  1. Agricultural Writer
  2. Agricultural Reporter

In Banks and Insurance sector:

  1. Agriculture Field Officer (AFO)
  2. Rural Development Officer (RDO)
  3. Junior Associates
  4. Junior Agriculture Associates
  5. Agricultural and Probationary Officers

Opportunities as an Entrepreneur:

  1. Food Processing Unit
  2. Mushroom Production Unit
  3. Dairy Farming
  4. Vermicompost Production unit
  5. Seed Processing Unit
  • Built from quality, experience and knowledge
  • Empowered by a well-rounded academic experience
  • Driven towards enhanced employability prospects
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