Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya

The Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya was established by Government of Madhya Pradesh on Dated 19th August, 2008 as second Agricultural University by bifurcating the JNKVV, Jabalpur. University has grown into a diverse innovative institution of higher education, pursuing excellence in the fields of teaching, research and extension in agricultural sciences. Over the years, the University has sought to make a major contribution in improving the quality of human life in the region through its research-led initiatives in agriculture, environmental related issues and a host of other modern-day challenges including the production of quality seed and genuine planting material. The structure of its activities is rationalized, with emphasis on its distinguished strengths, management of education and development of quality man power and in this direction notable success has been achieved. In addition to the diverse activities related to agricultural sciences, RVSKVV has a strong emphases on farmers skills improvement and empowerment through the twenty one KVKs in the various districts. Teaching and learning quality has been steadily improving in recent years and a large number of capable man powers has been trained here.

In case of research programme, University finds a very special place in NARS through the coordinated projects in pulses, oil seeds, cotton, cereals, horticulture and natural recourses management. Exceptional research work on chickpea improvement, CMS based pigeon pea hybrid, efficient water management for boosting the productivity of other major crops like cotton, soybean, mustard, wheat, medicinal and aromatic plants are some of the noteworthy contributions of the University. RVSKVV is also making sincere efforts to generate cutting edge technologies for enhancing crop productivity was done by the University. Thrust is also given on seed replacement in the state by producing quality seeds of important crops.

With extraordinary explosion of knowledge, speedy travel, evolution in information technology and increasing awareness of global concerns, the University has felt the need and realized the value of establishing closer ties with national and international organizations, which will in future ensure attaining new heights by this University. The University has hosted a number of National Level activities which has certainly left an imprint on the national map. In due course of time, the accreditation of the university also done by the ICAR, New Delhi.

Mission:

• To conduct education research and extension activities for enhancing productivity optimization of profit and sustainability of agricultural production system and improving rural livelihood in Madhya Pradesh.

Mandate:

• To serve as a centre of higher education and research in the field of agriculture and allied sciences. To disseminate technology to farmers, extension personnel and organizations engaged in agricultural development through various extension programmes.