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Transforming agriculture through innovation, entrepreneurship & technology in Jammu & Kashmir. Empowering farmers. Enabling agri-startups.

Building a resilient 1 lakh crore Agri economy by 2030.

17/08/2026

Strengthening Implementation. Deepening Impact.

The IFAD Supervision Mission for JKCIP, held from 2nd–14th July 2026, brought together the IFAD team, Mission Directorate and JKCIP project teams to review progress, strengthen implementation and chart the way forward for sustainable rural development in Jammu & Kashmir.

The inaugural day, captured in this video, set the tone for the mission with meaningful discussions, shared perspectives and a renewed focus on strengthening project implementation and outcomes.

Over the course of the mission, the engagement provided an important platform to reflect on progress, identify areas for strengthening, and reinforce the collaborative spirit at the heart of JKCIP.

Together, we collaborate. We strengthen. We transform. We create impact.

Here are some glimpses from the inaugural day of the IFAD Supervision Mission.

22/07/2026

Mission Director Reviews HADP & JKCIP Interventions in Baramulla District

Dr. Sagar D. Doifode, IAS, Special Secretary, Agriculture Production Department (APD) & Mission Director, Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP)/JKCIP, conducted a comprehensive field inspection of key infrastructure and beneficiary-oriented units established under HADP & IFAD-JKCIP in Uri, Baramulla. The visit covered the Fruit Plant Nursery (FPN), Salamabad, and the Hi-Tech Poly Green House at Pehlipora, where he reviewed the implementation and impact of these flagship interventions on the ground.

Accompanied by the Deputy Director Horticulture, Central Kashmir, Chief Horticulture Officers of Baramulla and Sopore, Chief Agriculture Officer, Baramulla, Sub-Divisional Agriculture Officer, Uri, and other senior officers, Dr. Doifode undertook a detailed inspection of nursery infrastructure, mother blocks, propagation units, polyhouses, and other facilities. He assessed the production of quality planting material, implementation of scientific nursery management practices, infrastructure development, and field-level ex*****on of horticultural initiatives.

Interacting with departmental officers and beneficiary farmers, the Mission Director stressed the importance of producing high-quality, true-to-type, disease-free planting material to support high-density orcharding and sustainable horticultural development. He emphasized the adoption of modern propagation techniques, efficient resource utilization, innovative technologies, and robust quality control systems to enhance productivity and ensure the timely availability of quality planting material to growers.

At the Hi-Tech Poly Green House at Pehlipora, Dr. Doifode reviewed the functioning of the protected cultivation unit and interacted with the beneficiary farmer to evaluate its performance. He highlighted the significant benefits of protected cultivation in improving crop productivity, enhancing produce quality, optimizing resource use, generating higher farm incomes, and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities. He encouraged farmers to adopt advanced cultivation practices and make optimum use of Government-supported initiatives under HADP and JKCIP.

The Mission Director also held detailed discussions with local farmers on various government interventions aimed at transforming the agriculture and horticulture sectors. Reiterating the Government's commitment to technology-driven, farmer-centric development, he appreciated the efforts of field officers and emphasized the need for strengthened monitoring, improved infrastructure, timely service delivery, and accelerated implementation of developmental programmes to ensure sustainable growth and modernization of agriculture and horticulture across Jammu & Kashmir.

08/07/2026

IFAD Supervision Mission 2026 | From Field Insights to Strategic Action

The IFAD Supervision Mission continues to make significant progress, combining extensive field engagements with in-depth technical deliberations to strengthen the implementation of the Jammu & Kashmir Competitiveness Improvement In Agriculture and Allied Sectors Project (JKCIP).

Following detailed reviews on project implementation, financial management, procurement and compliance, the mission teams spent three days in the field, travelling across districts in both Jammu and Kashmir divisions. The visits covered Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), horticulture and niche agriculture interventions, youth groups, agri-startups, pastoralist initiatives, milk collection centres, fisheries, and livelihood interventions for vulnerable communities.

The interactions went beyond infrastructure and assets. The mission engaged directly with beneficiary groups, farmer collectives, entrepreneurs, field functionaries and implementing agencies to understand on-ground realities, celebrate successes and identify opportunities for strengthening project delivery and long-term sustainability.

After the successful completion of the field visits, the mission reconvened in Srinagar for focused discussions with key line departments. Today's engagements include comprehensive reviews with the Departments of Agriculture, Horticulture, Horticulture Planning & Marketing, Animal Husbandry, Sheep Husbandry and Fisheries, covering subjects such as niche crops, horticulture value chains, market infrastructure, livestock productivity, pastoralist development, fisheries and convergence across allied sectors.

The mission continues to reinforce the shared commitment of the Government of Jammu & Kashmir, IFAD and all implementing partners towards building a more resilient, competitive and inclusive agricultural ecosystem that creates sustainable livelihoods and lasting opportunities for farming communities across the Union Territory.

International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)

02/07/2026

🌾 IFAD Supervision Mission for JKCIP begins in Srinagar!

The Supervision Mission of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) commenced today at Mission Directorate HADP/JKCIP, Rajbagh Srinagar, with an inaugural session under the guidance of Dr. Sagar D. Doifode, IAS, Mission Director, HADP/JKCIP.
The Mission, led by Team Leader Mr. Shreekantha Shetty along with Ms. Meera Mishra, IFAD Country Coordinator, and specialists in horticulture & value chains, agribusiness & start-ups, SECAP, and youth, will review JKCIP implementation from 2–14 July 2026.
Over the next two weeks, the team will visit project sites across 14 districts of Jammu & Kashmir — meeting FPOs, orchardists, niche-crop farmers, agri start-ups, youth clubs, pastoralists and vulnerable households whose lives the project is transforming.
Together with , we're building a more competitive, inclusive and resilient agriculture for J&K.

10/06/2026

ACS Agriculture Production Department Reviews Progress of Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP)

Dr. Ashish Chandra Verma, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture Production Department, Government of Jammu & Kashmir, today visited the Mission Directorate, HADP/JKCIP, and chaired a comprehensive review meeting on the implementation and progress of the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP).

The meeting was attended by Dr. Sagar D. Doifode, IAS, Mission Director, HADP/JKCIP, Heads of Departments of all line departments, representatives from SKUAST-Jammu and SKUAST-Kashmir, Technical Officers of the Agriculture Production Department, and other senior officials.

During the review, detailed presentations were made on the status of various HADP projects, achievements made so far, challenges encountered, and the roadmap for accelerating implementation. The Additional Chief Secretary reviewed project-wise progress and emphasized the importance of timely ex*****on, effective convergence among departments, robust monitoring mechanisms, and outcome-driven implementation to ensure maximum benefits reach farmers and agri-entrepreneurs across the Union Territory.

Dr. Verma appreciated the efforts of the implementing departments and partner institutions in advancing the objectives of HADP and reiterated the Government's commitment to transforming Jammu & Kashmir's agriculture sector through innovation, technology adoption, diversification, and sustainable growth.

The meeting concluded with directions to further strengthen field-level ex*****on, enhance inter-departmental coordination, and maintain a sharp focus on achieving the transformative goals envisaged under HADP.

15/05/2026

As part of the ongoing field visits being conducted across the Union Territory under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), teams of Technical Officers from the Agriculture Production Department, J&K today inspected various units established under the programme in multiple districts.

The officers and their teams visited Polyhouses, Rural Business Service Hubs (RBSHs), Kisan Khidmat Ghars (KKGs), Mother Orchards, Raceways, Breed-Based Farms and several other units to take stock of the progress and functioning of the interventions on the ground.

The field visits were conducted in districts including Ganderbal, Reasi, Baramulla and Kupwara, among others. The exercise aims to assess implementation, monitor outcomes, interact with beneficiaries and ensure effective ex*****on of HADP initiatives at the grassroots level.

The visits by various teams shall continue across the UT in the coming days.

11/05/2026

🌿 Youth in Action Across Jammu & Kashmir

The Youth Club Campaign under the IFAD-supported JKCIP is steadily transforming into a vibrant grassroots movement across the Union Territory.

From cleanliness drives and awareness programmes to environmental campaigns and community mobilisation activities, Youth Clubs are actively engaging with local communities and creating visible impact at the grassroots level.

These initiatives are not merely activities—they reflect a growing culture of responsibility, participation, and environmental consciousness among the youth of Jammu & Kashmir.

With each campaign, plantation drive, and awareness programme, young individuals are stepping forward as change-makers, contributing towards cleaner surroundings, informed communities, and a more sustainable future.

The Youth Club initiative aims to build a strong network of youth-led institutions capable of driving climate awareness, community engagement, and local action across villages and towns throughout J&K.

Some glimpses from the ongoing activities organised by Youth Clubs across the Union Territory.

🌱 Empowered youth. Engaged communities. A movement in motion.

06/05/2026

Dr. Sagar D. Dattatray, IAS, Mission Director, HADP/JKCIP, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting at the Mission Directorate, focusing on key projects and interventions related to the horticulture sector under HADP this week.

The meetings reviewed the progress of various horticulture initiatives aimed at strengthening productivity, infrastructure, value addition, and market linkages across Jammu & Kashmir. Discussions were held on accelerating implementation, improving convergence, and ensuring timely ex*****on of activities on the ground.

29/04/2026

JKCIP Showcased at Tripartite Portfolio Review Meeting (TPRM)

The Tripartite Portfolio Review Meeting (TPRM) of IFAD-supported projects, including JKCIP, was held at Visakhapatnam on 28 April, under the chairpersonship of Ms. Anu Mathai, Additional Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs (DEA).

The meeting brought together key stakeholders to review progress, strengthen coordination, and align strategies for improved implementation across IFAD-supported initiatives.

Dr. Sagar D. Dattatray, Mission Director, HADP/JKCIP, participated in the review along with Mr. Marc J. de Souza, Country Director, IFAD, representing the ongoing efforts and progress of JKCIP in Jammu & Kashmir.

During the deliberations, the DEA appreciated several key milestones under JKCIP, including:

* Onboarding of the Project Management Unit (PMU)
* Successful conduct of the Startup Mission
* Continued Implementation Support Missions in J&K

Reaffirming the commitment towards accelerated progress, the Mission Director, JKCIP, highlighted that project activities will be front-loaded in 2026–27 to address initial delays and ensure faster and more effective implementation.

The meeting reflected a shared commitment between DEA, IFAD, and the Government of Jammu & Kashmir to strengthen delivery, enhance outcomes, and drive impactful transformation in agriculture and allied sectors.

🌱 Aligned efforts. Accelerated impact.

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