Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Buldana–I (Maharashtra) organized a State Level Agriculture Exhibition “SATPUDA – 2026” during 20–22 January 2026 at the KVK campus, Jalgaon Jamod. The exhibition was inaugurated at the auspicious hands of Hon. Balasaheb Thorat (Ex-Agriculture Minister) and Hon. Mukulji Wasnik (Member of Parliament). Several dignitaries visited the exhibition including Hon. Harshwardhan Sapkal (Ex-MLA), Hon. Rahulji Bonde (Ex-MLA), Hon. Chainsukhji Sancheti (MLA), Hon. Ganesh Ghorpade, Joint Director of Agriculture, Amravati, Dr. Syed Shakir Ali, Principal Scientist, ATARI Pune, Hon. Shri Santosh Dabre, DSAO Buldana, Shri Purushottam Unhale, PD ATMA Buldana, and Senior Scientists and Heads of various KVKs.
The exhibition highlighted Live Crop Demonstrations of different Rabi crops using the latest technologies developed by Agricultural Research Institutions of ICAR, State Agricultural Universities and the private sector. These demonstrations were organized on 10 acres of land to showcase improved crop production technologies and best management practices to farmers. In addition, a special exhibition of farmer-produced fruits and vegetables along with products of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and PMFME beneficiaries was organized to promote value addition, processing and market awareness among farmers.
The exhibition featured around 120 stalls from various Government Departments, Agricultural Universities, private companies and international producers/manufacturers of seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, bio-pesticides, agricultural implements and irrigation equipment. SHGs and PMFME beneficiaries also participated by displaying value-added agricultural products and rural enterprises.
Overall, about 32,500 farmers, farm women, rural youth and extension functionaries from Buldana district and neighboring regions visited the exhibition and benefited from the technologies and information showcased.
Impact and Outcome
The exhibition served as an effective platform for dissemination of improved agricultural technologies and strengthening linkages among farmers, scientists and agri-input industries. Farmers gained practical exposure to improved crop varieties, modern cultivation practices, efficient irrigation methods and integrated crop management technologies through live demonstrations. The display of farmer-produced fruits and vegetables helped farmers understand quality standards and market opportunities. Participation of SHGs and PMFME beneficiaries promoted awareness about value addition, processing and small-scale agri-enterprises, motivating rural youth and farmers to explore additional income sources.
Interaction with scientists, extension personnel and agri-industry representatives helped farmers clarify their technical queries and obtain information about improved agricultural inputs and farm mechanization. In nutshell, the exhibition significantly contributed to enhancing farmers’ awareness, improving their skills and encouraging adoption of innovative agricultural technologies, which will ultimately help in increasing agricultural productivity, profitability and sustainability of farming in the region.
