Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), West Garo Hills, was established by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) in 1979 and commenced operations on 27th May 1980. It functions under the administrative control of the ICAR-Research Complex for the North Eastern Hills (NEH) Region, Umiam, Meghalaya and is part of ICAR-Agriculture Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Zone VII. As a key institution dedicated to agricultural development, KVK West Garo Hills serves as a Single Window Knowledge Resource and Capacity Development Centre for farmers, promoting science-led growth in agriculture and allied sectors. By facilitating technology transfer, it has successfully bridged the gap between scientific innovations and on-farm adoption, ensuring sustainable, profitable, and resilient farming in the region. The KVK plays a pivotal role in empowering the farming community through:

• On-farm trials (OFT) for real-world evaluation of innovative agricultural techniques.
• Frontline Demonstrations (FLD) to showcase modern, high-yield farming practices.
• Capacity Building Programs, including hands-on training, workshops, and technical demonstrations.
• Extension Services to disseminate agricultural knowledge in local languages.
• National and State Flagship Initiatives aimed at rural development and climate resilience.

Through these initiatives, KVK West Garo Hills has transformed traditional farming methods into scientific, data-driven, and climate-resilient agricultural practices, significantly enhancing productivity, income, and sustainability for farmers in the district.

Our Vision

Science and Technology led growth leading to enhanced productivity, profitability and sustainability of agriculture

Our Mission

Farmer-centric growth in agriculture and allied sectors through application of appropriate technologies in specific agro-ecosystem perspective

Our Mandate

Single Window Agricultural Knowledge Resource and Capacity Development Centre