Krishi Mela

Krishi Mela held at the University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad is a mega event for the farming community which provides a platform to showcase and educate stakeholders on agricultural and allied technologies released by the university and private enterprises. Each year Krishi Mela revolves around a unique theme. The exhibits at the Krishi Mela include Livestock products & animal feed; Agricultural implements & equipment; Irrigation equipment & related technologies; Agricultural publications; Natural farming; Organic farming, and technologies that are geared towards increasing the income of farmers through innovative farming techniques. Apart from the above some of the other technologies and products that are showcased at the Krish Mela include agricultural mechanization, non-conventional agricultural equipment, and agricultural produce including fruits and vegetables, tubers, cereals and more. The mela also holds a cattle show. There is also a focus on highlighting the handloom fabrics and handicrafts of the state in the course of the Krishi Mela.