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SELF STUDY REPORT

FOR ACCREDITATION

2012-13

COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE,

KOLHAPUR

MAHATMA PHULE KRISHI VIDYAPEETH,

RAHURI- 413 722

Self Study Report-2012-13 College of Agriculture, Kolhapur

INDEX

Sr.

No.

Particulars Page

No.

Foreword

Preface

1 History and Development of the Institution 1

1.1 Historical background 1

1.2 Growth of institution 1

1.3 Academic Institutions and programmes at a glance 3

1.4 Students intake (Yearly) and turnout 3

1.5 Present status of the institution 4

2 Mission and Goals 8

2.1 Mandate of the institution 8

2.2 Mission statement 8

2.3 Goals and objectives 8

2.4 Current mission, goals and objectives 9

2.5 Future goals and objectives 9

2.6 Short and long term plans 9

2.7 Vision 12

2.8 Observations of Peer Review Team-2008 12

2.9 Fulfillment of the observation of Peer Review Team-2008 12

3 Organization and Governance 13

3.1 Authorization 13

3.2 Authorities and their composition, powers and responsibilities 13

3.3 Organizational structure 14

3.4 Flow charts indicating decision making process and functioning 15

3.5 Flow charts indicating channel of communication 16

3.6 Institutional planning and monitoring processes 17

3.7 Adoption of ICAR model act and guidelines 18


Sr.

No.

Particulars Page

No.

4 Academic Programmes and Curricula 19

4.1 UG and PG programme 19

4.2 Eligibility for admission 19

4.3 Mode of admission 20

4.4 Academic regulations 20

4.5 Curricula development / revision process 24

4.6 Adoption of ICAR model curricula and deviation 25

4.7 Inter-disciplinary approach in teaching 27

4.8 Evaluation and grading 27

4.9 Collaborative programmes 28

4.10 Basis For Starting and Closing of Educational Institutions, Programmes,

Centres and Departments

29

4.11 Non-degree granting programmes 29

4.12 Accomplishment and challenges 29


4.14 Fulfillment of the observations of Peer Review Team-2008 30

5 Faculty and Other Human Resources 31

5.1 Employees’ classification 31

5.2 Personnel policy details including availability of manual 33

5.3 Annually updated faculty profile reflecting academic credentials 34

5.4 Recruitment and promotional procedures 37

5.5 Career development plan including competence improvement 41

5.6 Selection process for academic and other administrative officers 47

5.7 Pay structure 48

5.8 Faculty research and scholarship policy 50

5.9 Faculty contribution 50

5.10 Faculty assessment 51

5.11 Recognition and award system 51

5.12 Employees grievance redressal procedure and welfare schemes 52

5.13 Adoption of ICAR norms 55


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No.

Particulars Page

No.

6 Student Development 56

6.1 Quality of student intake 56

6.2 Profile of students’ body including their domicile status 56

6.3 Programme-wise and college-wise students intake attrition and retention 57

6.4 Students counselling and placement 57

6.5 Co-curricular activities 58

6.6 Follow-up services for alumni 58

6.7 Students achievements in academic, co-curricular and other fields 58

6.8 Students amenities 60

6.9 Student council 61

6.10 Students participation in college development 61

6.11 Placement cell 62

6.12 Higher studies abroad 62



7 Library and Other Learning Resources 64

7.1 Library space with list of holdings 64

7.2 Photocopying facilities 66

7.3 Availability of computers and access to internet 66

7.4 Library borrowing 66

7.5 Audio-visual and multi-media support 67

7.6 Library timings and usages 67

7.7 Other learning resources 67

7.8 Unique instructional material 67

7.9 Adoption of ICAR norms for library 67




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No.

Particulars Page

No.

8 Physical Facilities 69

8.1 Institutional area and farm land (hectare) 69

8.2 Building and infrastructure 69

8.3 Classrooms and laboratories 70

8.4 Students hostel for boys’ and girls’ 71

8.5 Instructional farms 72

8.6 Green house, glass-house and poly-house 72

8.7 Farm power, machineries and irrigation infrastructures 73

8.8 Facilities for sports, games and cultural activities 73

8.9 Adoption of ICAR norms and deviations if any 74



9 Financial Resources 75

9.1 Total Budget (Plan, Non-Plan) and Sources of Funding Including Internal

Resources with their Percentage Contribution

75

9.2 Expenditure statement indicating percentage spent on Teaching, Research,

Extension Education, Administration, Infrastructural Development including

creation of assists

76

9.3 Expenditure on Salary, TA/DA, Recurring and Non-Recurring Contingencies 77

9.4 Non-Govt. Endowment and Large Contribution Including Corpus Fund 78

9.5 Fund Raising Campaigns and Targets for current and subsequent 5 year plans 78

9.6 Observations of Peer Review Team- 2008 80

9.7 Fulfillment of Observations of Peer Review Team- 2008 80

10 Research 81

10.1 Research stations and locations 81

10.2 Process of identifying research problems and their priorities 81

10.3 Funding sources 81

10.4 Faculty and students’ involvement in research 81

10.5 Linkages between farmers and scientists 82


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No.

Particulars Page

No.

10.6 Feed back processes and suitability of technology 82

10.7 Salient accomplishments 82

10.8 Impact statement 88



11 Extension Education 103

11.1 Extension education units 103

11.2 Methods of assessing extension education needs of community 104

11.3 Funding sources 104

11.4 Involvement of faculty and scientists involvement in extension programmes 104

11.5 Information services 106


11.7 RAWE activities 106

11.8 Regional Extension Centre 107




12 Other Units and Information Services 115

12.1 Other Units 115

12.2 Dissemination of Information to Stakeholders and Public 116

13 Swot Analysis 117

13.1 Strengths 117

13.2 Weakness 119

13.3 Opportunities 119

13.4 Threats 120

13.5 Suggestions and plans to minimize and/or overcome weaknesses and threats 120

13.6 Suggestions and plan to maximize the strength and exploit the opportunities 121


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No.

Particulars Page

No.

14 Summary 122

14.1 Highlights and Achievements 122

14.2 Short Comings 126

14.3 Plans for Improvement 127

14.4 Suggestions for re-organization and restructuring of infrastructure and

academic programme.

129

15 Task Forces and Chairmen for Preparation of Self Study Report i -iii

16 Annexure-I : Course Curricula iv-viii

17 Annexure-II : Application for accreditation of college ix

18 Annexure-IV : Certificate of Self Study Report of college x

19 Annexure-VI : Performa of Institutional Profile of college -

20 Annexure-VII : Check list to be compile by Peer Review Team for accreditation

of college

xi-xx

FOREWORD

The Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri is one of the renowned Agricultural

Universities in India, which was bestowed with the prestigious Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel award

for the Best Agriculture University in India during, 2002. The College of Agriculture, Kolhapur

is one of the constituent college of the same university. The college was established in 1963.

Initially, it was affiliated to Shivaji University, Kolhapur. In 1968, after the formation of

Maharashtra Agricultural University, the college was transferred to the University.

Subsequently on formation of Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri in 1969, the college

was transferred as a constituent college of Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri and has

become regional headquarter for Kolhapur, Satara and Sangli districts. The college has mandate

of teaching both UG and PG courses, research and extension with emphasis for solving

problems of the farming community in the region.

This college has made efforts in the development of human resources. The college has

commendable work in the agricultural education, research and extension for the development of

farming community. The modern agricultural technology developed by MPKV, Rahuri and the

college contributed significantly to increase income and overall welfare of the farming

community in the Maharashtra. The extension activities related to the soil and water

conservation programme, food processing industries, group farming, Nano and Bio technology

in agriculture, use of HYVs, IPM, INM, IWM and forestry is a need of the time to transfer on

farmers field more extensively and accordingly future strategies should be implemented

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi, undertakes, aids, promotes

and coordinates higher agricultural education in India. It has been promoting the quality of

agricultural education, in the country since 1950. To improve further and sustain the quality of

agricultural education, an Accreditation Board was established in 1996. Accreditation is a

process of assuring an acceptable institutional quality and it is a tool for improving educational

standards. The process intends to improve and sustain the quality and relevance of education,

and it is for improving transferability and marketability of students nationally and

internationally. The College of Agriculture, Kolhapur is keen in accreditation for which the said

self-study report has been prepared. The self study report has been prepared as per the

guidelines given in the “Hands on Training Manual on Self Study for Accreditation of

Academic Institutions and Programmes” published by Accreditation Board Secretariat,

Education Division, ICAR, New Delhi.

The preparation of this report was a difficult task and the staff performed the job very

critically with immense efforts to bring out this report. Special efforts taken up by Dr. N. Y.

Patil, Associate Dean, College of Agriculture, Kolhapur are appreciated. I am proud to submit

the Self Study Report to the Accreditation Board for official approval.

MPKV, Rahuri

Date: / /2013

(T.A. More)

Vice-Chancellor

PREFACE

The Agriculture Sector is the backbone of India and only two Agricultural Colleges

established in Maharashtra before the Independence. Taking into consideration the demand

of Western Maharashtra, the College of Agriculture, Kolhapur was established in 1963 with

the mandate of teaching, research and extension education as prime activities. This helped

to develop the knowledge and skills of the students undergoing B.Sc. (Agri.) undergraduate

programme.

The College has started Post Graduate programme leading to M. Sc. (Agri.) in 2009-

2010. At present, this programme is implemented in eight disciplines. The College of

Agriculture, Kolhapur has well developed infrastructures facilities like lecture halls, well

equipped laboratories, Boys’ and Girls’ Hostels, Gymnasium, Playground etc. The common

syllabus on all India basis has been implemented for B. Sc. (Agri.) as per directives of IV

Deans’ committee recommendations. The human resource is being developed by sending

faculty members to Summer/Winter schools, short courses to update their knowledge.

Similarly, faculty is allowed to take part in Seminars, Conferences, Symposia at National

and International levels for exposure in scientific community.

The graduates of this college, since last 50 years, have been successful in achieving

the higher posts in Central and State Government’s administration, State Departments of

Agriculture, Revenue, Home, Rural Development, Co-operation, Agricultural Universities,

Research Stations, Non-Governmental Organizations, Corporate Sector, Co-operative

Sector, Banking and Marketing Organizations.

Some of the graduates engaged in farming. Some of the graduates have achieved

highest proficiency in Hi-tech Agriculture also. The College is celebrating it’s Golden

Jubilee Year during 2012-2013.

I look forward to see that the College of Agriculture, Kolhapur achieves more

heights in coming years.

MPKV, Rahuri

Date: / /2013

(B.R. Ulmek)

Dean, Faculty of Agriculture &

Director of Instruction

MPKV, Rahuri


1. HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT OF INSTITUTION

1.1 Historical Background

Agriculture education in Maharashtra was initiated by establishment of two

agricultural colleges at Pune and Nagpur. After the independence, it was observed that

these were insufficient to educate the large group of students. Hence, it was felt

necessary to establish new colleges in different regions.

The College of Agriculture, Kolhapur was established in the year 1963 under the

Shivaji University, Kolhapur and started at Kasaba-Bavada, about four kilometer away

from Central Bus Stand, Kolhapur. In 1968, after formation of Maharashtra Agricultural

University; this College was transferred to the University. Subsequently on formation of

Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola and Mahatma Phule Krishi

Vidyapeeth, Rahuri in 1969, the College was transferred as a constituent College of

Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri and has become a regional headquarter for

Kolhapur, Satara and Sangli districts. The College is located at old Pune-Bangalore

National Highway No. 4 with different well equipped sectional buildings. The average

rainfall of this area is 1024.1 mm, with average maximum temperature of 36.9 0C and

minimum temperature of 9.4 0C in the months of May and December, respectively. This

region comes under 7 Sub Montane Zone at 160

41' N latitude and 74

0 16‟ E longitudes

with a height of 548 m MSL.

At the outset annual system of imparting education was modified as trimester

system (1970-74) which was subsequently introduced by semester system in year 1975-

76. The 10+2+3 pattern was followed from 1979 to 1984 and now a day‟s 10+2+4

pattern was introduced since 1984 which comprises one Semester (VII) of Rural

Agriculture Work Experience (RAWE) programme and Experiential Learning

Programme for VIII semester from the academic year 2007-08.

1.2 Growth of the Institution

Initially, undergraduate college was started in temporary structures and with very

limited hostel facility. Today each and every section of college is headed and staffed

with well qualified and highly experienced faculty were appointed by university. Several

of them were students of this institution, in which they were nurtured and trained. It is


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the pride of the institution that its own alumni have come to occupy positions of

responsibilities as teachers to teach the science and art of agriculture, which they have

themselves learnt here.

The Gymkhana building and play ground for each game are available near new

students‟ hostel. In the year 1977-78, Boys‟ Hostel building was constructed with the

mess facility and a TV hall. From the year, 1998-99 there was reservation of 30 per cent

seats for admission to girls. The construction of new girls‟ hostel building for 192 girl

students was completed in the year 2005. The post graduate hostels having a capacity for

48 boys and 30 girls are being constructed during the year 2012-13.

At the beginning of college, very limited residential facilities were provided in

temporary structures. Existing situation of residential accommodation facilities is

summarized as given below (Table 1.1)

Table 1.1 Situation of residential accommodation facilities

Sr.

No

Category Quarters available

Numbers Type Remarks

1 Associate Dean - - Not available

2 Professors 5 A Vacant

3 Associate Professors

20 B

Converted into

guest house and PG

students‟ hostel 4 Assistant Professors

5 Senior and Junior Research Assistant 10 C Vacant

6 Agricultural Assistant / Clerk

7 Class IV 16 D Vacant

Total 51

Considering the limited well irrigation facilities available with College Farm,

Panchaganga Lift Irrigation Project (PLIP) has been installed during 1981 on the

Panchganga river having discharge capacity of 6.6 cusec with a command area of 85.55

ha. However, the old pipeline is in pathetic condition. Moreover, there are leakages in

the pipeline in second and third phase. Hence, only 43.16 ha. area is under irrigation.

The lift Irrigation Scheme on Rajaram Tank is commissioned with 20 H.P. submersible

pump set, which supplies irrigation water to quarry behind boys‟ Hostel, as alternative

arrangement for PLIP during the year 2012.


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Out of eight classrooms two are well equipped with audio-visual facilities. The

examination cell is located in students‟ academic building. An old lecture hall in the

Agricultural Extension Education section has been converted into auditorium-cum-

seminar hall with air-conditioners, audio-visual facilities and all modern amenities.

Video conferencing hall is established in the year 2011.

1.3 Academic Institutions and Programmes at a Glance

The college offers following undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The

academic curricula of the said academic programmes are already revised as suggested by

4th

Dean‟s committees report of ICAR.

Table 1.2: Information of academic program

S.N. Educational Program Duration (Years) Semesters

1 B.Sc. (Agri.) 4 8

2 M.Sc. (Agri.) 2 4

1.4 Student Intakes (yearly) and Turnout

The initial admission capacity was 60 students per year; subsequently increased

to 201 (181 state level + 20 ICAR quota) students. Since inception of this college 6880

students have been graduated till 2012-13. The year wise information of the students

secured the B.Sc.(Agri.) and M.Sc. (Agri.) degree from this college is presented in Table

1.3.

Table 1.3 : B.Sc.(Agri.) and M.Sc. (Agri.) degree who secured degree from College of

Agriculture, Kolhapur (2007-08 to 2012-13)

Sr.

No

Year Students

enrolled

Students

passed

Sr.

No.

Year Students

enrolled

Students

passed

B.Sc. (Agri.) M.Sc. (Agri.)

1. 2007-08 198 191 2007-08 - -

2. 2008-09 198 184 2008-09 - -

3. 2009-10 181 183 2009-10 15 09

4. 2010-11 193 * 2010-11 43 39

5. 2011-12 199 * 2011-12 42 *

6. 2012-13 195 * 2012-13 40 *

* Indicates the batch is in continuation at present


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1.5 Present Status of the Institution

The college has full-fledged ten departments wherein undergraduate programmes

are conducted in all departments effectively and postgraduate programme in eight

departments with all the requisite facilities for fulfilling the mandatory objectives.

Presently, out of 346 statutory posts of staff members sanctioned 213 posts have been

filled and 38 percent are vacant. The details have been given in the chapter under

“faculty and human resources”.

1.5.1 Facilities and infrastructure at the college campus

1. Well-equipped meteorological observatory for recording weather data in

Agronomy.

2. Well-equipped tissue culture laboratory at Agricultural Botany Section.

3. Commercial production unit of Entomopathogenic fungi and nematodes at bio-

control laboratory Entomology section

4. Medicinal and aromatic plants‟ garden at Agricultural Botany section of this

college.

5. Dairy section of this college has sizable herd of 31 cattle and 98 goats for

teaching, research and extension education. The average milk production on dairy

farm is around 3000 litres per month. Milk produced on the dairy farm is sold in

the campus to staff and students. However, rest of the milk is being converted

into different milk products viz. ‘Lassi’ and flavored milk.

6. Central Instrumentation Cell is established at Soil Science and Agricultural

Chemistry Section.

7. Computer Laboratory with 32 computers is established in Agricultural

Engineering Section for imparting computer application teaching.

8. Internet and e-mail facility have provided in Library for the students. All Campus

is connected in Local Area Network for sharing of data, information and internet

facility through V-SAT, ERNET and BSNL Broadband Connection.

9. The „Phule Cold Drinks‟ Project has been started at Horticulture section, since

September, 2005.

10. Video-Conferencing Hall for transfer of technology and e-learning with Reliance

Internet Connectivity is initiated at Extension Education Section.

11. Greenhouses have been constructed for commercial floriculture and conducting

practicals of the undergraduate and postgraduate students.

12. Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry section carries out analysis of soil and

water samples by charging reasonable fees through experiential learning


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programme. However, every year soil samples brought by RAWE students from

the host farmers‟ and progressive farmers field are analyzed for various chemical

parameters free of cost. During last six years near about 7978 soil and water

samples have been tested and guided the farmers accordingly.

13. The College farm is well-planned with equal sized plots and accessible roads.

Modernization of college farm with micro-irrigation system has been effected for

efficient irrigation management.

14. Extension Blocks comprises of eight centres with 62 villages from Radhanagari,

Bhudargad and Hatkanangale tahsils of Kolhapur district and act as field

laboratory for under graduate and post graduate students for transfer of improved

technologies developed by university.

15. Nursery of fruit crops supplies saplings of Lemon, Guava, Mango and Custard

apple to farmers. Sizeable area is under the orchards of Mango, Aonla, Sapota

and Coconut for education and research purpose.

16. Faculty members of the different disciplines guided the students appearing for

Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) examination. During last six years, 140

students have passed this competitive examination and 47 students were

successful in obtaining fellowship from ICAR and other universities.

17. College gymnasium is well equipped for exercise.

18. Seed production programme is undertaken by Agronomy and Agril. Botany

Sections.

19. The seven wells are available for irrigation at farm. Recently, as an alternative

arrangement Rajaram Tank Lift Irrigation Scheme is commissioned by college.

20. Automatic Weather Station is installed at College Meteorological Observatory.

21. Water coolers with Aqua-guard for boys‟ and girls‟ hostels, lecture halls,

sectional buildings and at central office are installed.

22. Computer and internet facilities with 10 mbps VPN connectivity from BSNL

have been provided to all the library, sections and administrative office.

23. Scholarships under different categories are made available to students every year.

24. Students‟ council is formed every year by selecting the students‟ representative

from each class on the merit basis only. The Chairman of students‟ council is

selected from Semester V on merit basis.

25. Very effective students‟ counselling system is operated at this college. Twenty

students are allotted to each faculty member for counselling and the students are

guided in academic and the other matter during the period of their degree course.

26. The facility is provided to faculty members for attending the national and


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international seminars, symposia, workshops and summer/winter refresher

training courses for updating the knowledge.

27. Funds for the purchase of textbooks of different subjects for the use of SC and ST

students are received from Special District Social Welfare Officer, Kolhapur

(M.S.) under „Book Bank Scheme‟ of Central and State Government. As on day,

College library has 36604 books, 62 technical journals, 5910 bound volumes

(since 1982), 10 newspapers and 21 general magazines. The library also has

research CD-ROMS and LAN.

28. The N.C.C. sub-unit of this college is under 56 MAH Battalion NCC, in which 52

students are admitted every year. Progress of N.C.C. cadets for last 6 years is

given below. During last six year 148 NCC cadets secured B certificate and 147

cadets successfully passed C certificate examination.

29. This college also has National Social Service (NSS) unit. Every year social

camps for 125 students are organized in selected villages, enriching students with

the experience of the social works, social living and leadership etc. The intake

capacity of NSS volunteers is 250 students every year.

30. The receipts generated through the sell of the seeds of various field crops and

sugarcane during last five years are to the tune of Rs. 74.57 lakhs.

31. Seed processing unit is established in 2010, every year nearly 40 tonnes seed of

Paddy and Soybean crops are processed and about Rs.1.50 lakhs receipt is

generated.

32. Bio-fertilizer unit has generated Rs. 12.79 lakhs receipts and benefiting 3000

farmers in the region.

1.5.2 Awards / Certification received to the college and faculty

Dr. P.B. Mohite, Associate Professor of Agril. Entomology, received Best

Scientist / Technologist Award in BHIMA KRISHI-2010 Exhibition.

Dr. B. S. Kadam, Assistant Professor of ACSS, received Best Scientist /

Technologist Award in BHIMA KRISHI-2010 Exhibition.

Er. A. B. Deshpande, Assistant Professor of Agril. Engineering (IDE) , received

Best Scientist / Technologist Award in BHIMA KRISHI-2010 Exhibition.

Dr. R. V. Kulkarni, Associate Professor of SSAC , received Best Scientist /


Dr. A.A. Pisal, Extension Agronomist REC , received Best Scientist /



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Dr. A.B. Mohite, Associate Professor of Agronomy, received Best Scientist /


Dr. M.S. Kamble, Assistant Professor of Aril. Botany, received Best Scientist /

Technologist Award in BHIMA KRISHI-2012 Exhibition

Dr. D.D. Patange, Assistant Professor of AHDS, received Best Scientist /

Technologist Award in BHIMA KRISHI-2012 Exhibition

Dr. D.K Kamble, Associate Professor of AHDS, received Best Agril. Extension

Worker Award in BHIMA KRISHI-2012 Exhibition

Shri. S.S. Bhingardive, SRA in Extension Education section received Best Agril.

Extension Worker Award in BHIMA KRISHI-2012 Exhibition

1.5.2 Organization of state/national level seminars/workshops/training programmes

On the occasion of Golden Jubilee Year of the College, 10 workshops,

seminars/trainings for farmers and students were organized during June 2012 to

June 2013.

1.5.3 Visit of VVIP dignitaries to the college

His Excellency Shri. D.Y. Patil, Governor of Tripura/Bihar State.

Hon‟ble Shri. Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil, Minister for Agriculture, Maharashtra

State

Hon‟ble Shri. Harshvardhan Patil, Minister for Co-operation and Parliamentary

Affairs of Maharashtra.

Hon‟ble Shri. Satej alias Bunty D. Patil, Minister of State for Home, Govt. of

Maharashtra

Dr. S.A. Patil, Member, High Power Review Team of ICAR, New Delhi for

analysis of SAU‟s development grants.

Hon‟ble Shri. Vijay Kolte, Vice-President, M.C.A.E.R., Pune

Shri. Sadashivrao Mandalik, Member of Parliament

Smt. Kadambari Kawale, Mayor of Kolhapur

Dr. S.S. Magar, Ex. Vice Chancellor, Dr. BSKKV, Dapoli

Dr. S.S. Kadam, Ex. Vice Chancellor, MAU, Parbhani

Dr. V. M. Mayande, Ex. Vice Chancellor, Dr. P.D.K.V., Akola

Dr. B .R. Mulik, Member, MCAER, Pune.

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Self Study Report-2012-13

College of Agriculture, Kolhapur

2. MISSION AND GOALS

2.1 Mandate of the Institution

The College of Agriculture, Kolhapur is a unique campus under the Mahatma

Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri, Dist. Ahmednagar with complete integration of all the

three functions viz.; teaching, research and extension. The major mandates of the college

are:

i) Making provision for imparting education in Agriculture.

ii) Advancement of learning and conducting research particularly in Agriculture and

other allied sciences / technologies especially for the rural people of the state in

general.

iii) Undertaking activities pertaining to major mandates viz, education, research and

extension as directed by the University time to time.

2.2 Mission Statement

Providing quality agricultural education by conducting state of the art research,

generating production technology and disseminating the technology to farmers and thus

working for improvement, growth and well being of the community is the soul and spirit

of the college.

2.3 Goals and Objectives

The university has set the following goals to achieve its mission:

i) To provide diploma, graduate and post graduate level quality education in

agriculture, horticulture, agricultural engineering and allied fields for producing

competent human resources.

ii) To encourage and provide agricultural education to girls particularly with rural

background so as to increase their involvement in farming and allied agri-

business activities and for empowerment of rural women.

iii) To carry out basic, applied and need based research in various fields related to

agriculture to provide appropriate and economic solutions to emerging problems

and to develop technologies to improve socio-economic conditions of farming

community

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iv) To arrange for effective transfer of various technologies to farmers and related

organizations in order to improve agricultural productivity, production and

overall economic conditions of the rural population of the state.

v) To develop suitable technologies for supporting the growth of subsidiary

occupation and agro-based industry and generate self employment opportunities

for the educated youths and women.

vi) To provide technical advice to the State Government in planning various schemes

for overall socio-economic progress of the rural population of the state.

vii) To establish new colleges, schools, research stations, departments and

laboratories to strengthen the agricultural education and research in new areas.

2.4 Current Mission, Goals and Objectives

i) To undertake teaching for UG and PG in Agriculture.

ii) To carryout research to generate technology and extension of technology to the

farmers and professionals.

iii) To undertake the policy programme of state and central government related to

agriculture education, research and extension.

2.5 Future Goals and Objectives

i) To impart high quality education by adopting recent techniques.

ii) To undertake and update the short term research programme on new challenges

posed by changing environment and globalization.

iii) To provide latest, cheap and fast access of recent released technologies to the

farmer and to the developmental agencies to accelerate growth.

2.6 Short and Long Term Plans

2.6.1 Education

i) Developing students as an entrepreneur through experiential learning programme,

particularly in the field of value addition, minimal processing, organic farming,

tissue culture, hi-tech horticulture and bio-control.

ii) Effective teaching through efficient use of various teaching aids.

iii) National and international exposure to the faculty.

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iv) Establishment, strengthening and proper utilization of Hi-tech laboratories.

v) Developing competency among the students to face competitive examinations at

state and international level.

2.6.2 Research

Strengthening of existing PTCL laboratories with sufficient equipments and

materials to conduct biotechnology practicals.

To study the available genetic variability in the crops like paddy, groundnut

soybean, different types of minor millets, chickpea, wheat, safflower, sunflower,

maize, mango, karonda, cashew and thereby to identify the potential varieties/

genotypes suitable for cultivation.

To work-out the consistency in the performance of released varieties of different

crops through stability analysis.

Utilization of cytoplasmic genetic male sterility for development of commercial

hybrids / varieties.

Establishment of Market Information Centre at College of Agriculture, Kolhapur.

Economics of production and marketing of organic agricultural commodities, agro

processing units, Hi-tech agriculture in Kolhapur region

Price analysis of major agricultural commodities, performance analysis of different

financial institutions and impact analysis of various improved production

technologies.

Installation of Soil Water Conservation structures on watershed basis in the college

campus.

Management of white grub with biopesticides, and work on genetic diversity in

white grub, Helicoverpa armigera, Spodoptera and diamond back moth, Mass

multiplication of Emtomopathogenic nematodes (EPN) and field trials with EPN

against white grub.

Studies on impact of drought on socio-economic status of farmers from drought

prone area, knowledge and adoption of crop production technology of major crops

generated by M.P.K.V. Rahuri,

Constraints Faced by the farmers in availing Credit Facilities extended by

Nationalized Bank.

Adoption of recommended livestock management practices in Kolhapur district.

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Knowledge and adoption of recommended practices for control of oily spot disease

on pomegranate in Sangli district, white grub management practices and integrated

nutrient management practices by banana growers from Kolhapur district.

Irrigation water management in major horticultural crops from Kolhapur district.

Upgradation, automation and renovation of existing meteorological Observatory

(from existing ‘C’ type into ‘B’ or ‘A’ type).

Strengthening of PHT laboratory.

Establishment of new fruit orchards of kagzi lime, sweet orange, arecanut, guava,

karonda, anona, spices crops, aromatic and medicinal plants in the upcoming years

2013-2016.

The establishment of micro irrigation system to all the fruit and plantation crops

will be completed in 2013-2014.

Construction of new high capacity farm pond is to be done in 2013-2014 to harvest

the rain water and its use in the summer season for irrigation purpose.

Erection of glass house for pathological research work,

Research on effect of climate change on soil quality and crop productivity,

micronutrients, nutritional studies of various crops, studies on quality of irrigation

water, integrated nutrient management (INM) for sustainable soil productivity and

crop yield and survey in relation to soil fertility and productivity in Kolhapur

region.

2.6.3 Extension

Conduct of field demonstrations on farmers field

Organization of training programmes for the staff of state agriculture department

College Extension Block serves as an extension education laboratory to the under

graduate and post graduate students.

To test the technology generated by the university on the farmers field by using

various extension teaching methods.

To provide the improved seeds of paddy, sorghum, wheat, gram, nagali etc., sets of

sugarcane and grafts of important fruit crops on no profit no loss basis.

To help the farmers, women and rural youths for entrepreneurship development in

dairy, poultry, goat fruit processing etc. to uplift their socio- economic status.

To provide feedback to the university scientists.

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2.7 Vision

To be a leading The College of Agriculture, Kolhapur itaking undergraduate and

graduate students to the highest levels of intellectual and personal development in

the milieu of a competitive teaching, research and extension services in the

country.

By exemplifying the teacher-scholar model, and by modeling best practices in

education and agriculture, maintain a reputation of excellence and garner top rank

on campus, in Maharashtra State, and throughout the country.

Conduct study programs uniquely positioned to pace with the dynamic nature of

innovation and technology in agriculture.

Strive to support student success through a productive work environment and

excellent facilities.

2.8 Observations of Peer Review Team- 2008

The college should prepare its own vision document and future planning should

be done based on it.

2.9 Fulfillment of the observation of Peer Review Team- 2008

The vision document along with perspective plans for the college is prepared and

presented under heading 2.7 of this chapter


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3. ORGANIZATION AND GOVERNANCE

3.1 Authorization

The Associate Dean, is an authority for implementation and execution of

University decisions at College level in respect of Education, Research and Extension

issued by Director of Instructions, Director of Research and Director of Extension

Education, respectively. He is supported by different heads of the sections and

administrative officers. The University decisions being communicated to respective

sections and compiled report is being sent to respective authority viz., Director of

Instructions (Education), Director of Research (Research), Director of Extension

Education (Extension), Registrar ( Administrative) and Comptroller (financial and audit

matters).

Associate Dean is responsible for imparting education prescribed by the

University through various departments, implementations of research and extension

activities at College head quarter, financial and audit matters and administration at

College level.

3.2 Authorities and their Composition, Power and Responsibilities

Authorities

Chancellor

Pro-Chancellor

Vice Chancellor

Directors

Associate Deans

Heads of the Departments

Powers and responsibilities of Associate Dean

As per Maharashtra Agriculture Universities (Krishi Vidyapeeths) Statute- 1990

(Statute 59), the powers and duties of Associate Dean., in addition to the powers

conferred and duties imposed by sub-section 2, of section 27, the Associate Dean shall

exercise the following powers and perform the following duties, namely :-

1. He shall be responsible for resident research and extension education at the

college/ institute.


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2. He shall be responsible for exercising administrative control over the teaching

through academic staff working at the college/ institute.

3. He shall be responsible to the University authorities through the Dean for the

implement ace of discipline by the students.

4. He shall be responsible for proper scrutiny of research work of each of the

Professors, Assistants and Junior Research assistants working under him in

consultation with the Heads of Departments, He shall supervise the same and

keep the concerned Dean and Director informed about it from time to time.

5. He shall be responsible for the maintenance and use of building, equipments and

the instructional farm and garden of the college.

6. He shall serve as a channel of communication for all official business the public

under the instructions of the Dean of the Faculty

7. He shall prepare the budget of the college in consultation with the Heads of

Departments/Sections of different disciplines at the College/Institution.

8. He shall responsible for proper use of hostels and facilities therein and shall also

maintain discipline amongst students in the hostels.

9. He shall be responsible for proper conduct of examination.

10. He shall make arrangements with the approval of the approval of the Vice-

Chancellor for holding Conferences, Symposia, Seminars and such other benefit

of the staff and the students.

11. He shall perform such other duties whether incidental to the powers and functions

or not, as may be requisite in order to further the object of the University or as

may be conferred or imposed on him by the Statutes, Regulation or by the Vice

Chancellor.

3.3 Organization Structure

i. Board of Management/Executive Council.

ii. Academic Council.

iii. Research Council.

iv. Extension Education Council.

v. Board of studies of each department.


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3.4 Flow charts indicating decision making process and functioning

Chancellor

Pro-Chancellor

(Minister for Agriculture, State Govt.)

Vice-Chancellor

Director of

Instruction

Executive Council Executive Council Research

Recommendation

Release Committee

Director of

Extension

Deans Academic Council Agricultural

Research Council Joint Agrosco Regional

Extension Center

(REC)

Associate Deans Faculty of

Agriculture

Director of Research Research

Recommendation

Sub Committee

District

Extension Center

(DEC)

Heads of Dept. Supdt.

Agril.

Schools

Dean Board of Studies Research Planning Extension

Education

Council

Heads of Sections Board of Studies


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3.5 Flow chart indicating channel of Communication

Chancellor

Pro-Chancellor

(Minister for Agriculture, State Govt.)

Vice-Chancellor

Director of

Instruction

Director of Research Director of

Extension

Education

Registrar Comptroller Uni.

Engineer

Deans Associate Director of

Research

Deputy Registrar Assistant

Comptroller

Sec.

Engineer

Associate Deans

Crop

Specialists

I/c Research

Stations /

Scheme

Assistant Registrar Assistant

Registrar

Heads of Dept.

Supdt.

Agril.

Schools

Director of

Communication Regional

Extension

Centre

Agricultural

Technology

Information Centre

Krishi Vigyan

Kendra

Heads of Sections


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3.6 Institutional Planning and Monitoring Process

At the college level Associate Dean of the college is the chief executive and

administrative officer. He executes day to day working of the college with sectional

heads and supporting staff. The Associate Dean is supported by the Assistant Registrar in

the administrative affairs while the Assistant Comptroller in the matters of finance. The

Directives received from Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor and Directors are being implemented

at college.

Education

Subject planning and its up-gradation are being initiated at respective sectional

levels, discussed in the Board of Studies and faculty at the University level and

submitted further to academic council of university for final approval.

Research

Need based research is initiated at research stations and then presented in

research planning meeting of respective discipline at university level and submitted to

the Director of Research for final approval. The research is conducted for three years and

then presented the Research Review Committee and after approval, Research findings

are submitted to Joint AGRESCO for recommendation.

Extension

Need based short and long term extension strategies get initiated at the extension

centers, discussed in the Extension Advisory Committee meeting and submitted to the

Director of Extension Education for formulation of extension programme of the

University.

Administrative

Administrative matters pertaining to the sections are discussed in the Heads of

Sections meeting called by the Associate Dean, and if required communicated to the

Registrar for further needful action.

Finance

Budget requirement and their utilization from the constituent sections of the

College are compiled by the Asstt. Comptroller and sent to the Comptroller of the

University. The Audit Utilization Certificates are submitted to the respective agencies

through the Comptroller.


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Monitoring

Education

The heads of Sections supervise periodically the educational activities in their

respective subjects. The Associate Dean takes review of these activities by inviting

frequent meetings of the Heads of Sections. Further the review is discussed the Board of

Studies at University level and a report is submitted to the Director of Instructions for

information. The Director of Instructions also invites meetings and takes review of the

educational activities carried out by each constituent College. If required the subjects are

placed in the faculty and further submitted to Academic Council.

Research

Research projects approved by the Director of Research in research planning

meeting, carried out by the research scheme being inspected by the respective Heads of

the Department, Associate Director of Research, Project Coordinator and Director of

Research during implementation and results being presented and discussed in research

review committee meeting or workshops.

Extension

Extension programmes carried out by the Extension centers, supervised and

monitored by the Director of Extension Education and reports being presented and

discussed in respective Zonal Agricultural Research and Extension Advisory Committee

Meeting.

For all these above activities of the College, the ICAR Model Act, 1994 and

guidelines there in are being followed scrupulously.

3.7 Adoption of ICAR Model Act and Guidelines

All educational programme are implemented as per the recommendations of

ICAR Model Act and Guidelines issued by ICAR authorities and through the directives

of MCAER, Pune, time to time.



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4. ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES AND CURRICULA

4.1 UG and PG programmes

The College of Agriculture, Kolhapur implements the following UG and PG

programmes.

A) UG Programme

Degree Annual intake capacity Duration

B.Sc.(Agri.) 181+ ICAR quota 8 Semesters (4 years)

B) PG Programme

Degree Annual intake capacity Duration

M.Sc.(Agri.) 48 + ICAR quota 4 Semesters (2 years)

M.Sc. (Agri.) degree programme is implementated in following 8 disciplines

1. Agronomy

2. Agril. Botany - Genetics and Plant Breeding

3. Agril. Entomology

4. Agril. Extension Education

5. Plant Pathology - Agril. Microbiology

6. Agril. Economics

7. Soil Science and Agril. Chemistry

8. Horticulture- Vegetables Science

4.2 Eligibility for Admission

A) Under graduate : B.Sc. (Agri.)

A candidate should be XII standard passed in 10 + 2 pattern from Maharashtra

State Board of Higher Secondary Education or an equivalent examination passed with

Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics and English.

For under graduate programme of B.Sc. (Agri.) following conditions apply.

1. Those who have not offered Mathematics as one of the optional subjects at XII

standard shall have to complete a additional course in Mathematics as deficiency

courses which will not be considered while calculating C.G.P.A.

2. The candidates who have passed XII standard examination / qualifying



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examination from outside Maharashtra State should have offered Physics,

Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics and English subjects each of 100 marks

separately.

3. Candidates from outside Maharashtra State who have passed qualifying

examination of XII standard or equivalent with Botany and Zoology instead of

Biology are also eligible.

4. In respect of candidates passing Higher Secondary Examination from an institute

outside Maharashtra, the candidate should have passed the qualifying

examination with 35% marks in each subject.

B) Post graduate: M.Sc. (Agri.)

The candidate must be B.Sc. (Agri.) degree or degree equivalent thereto

and having the Common Entrance Test in Agriculture faculty conducted by

MAUEB, Pune.

4.3 Mode of Admission

An advertisement is published in leading news papers in the month of May / June

before declaration of the XII standard results. Applications in the prescribed proforma

are called from eligible candidates for under graduate as well as post - graduate courses.

The details regarding U.G. / P.G. courses, colleges with their intake capacities,

reservations of seats, documents to be enclosed with the application form are given in the

advertisement. The admission procedure and calendar are given in the prospectus.

4.4 Academic Regulations

Academic regulations are approved by the Maharashtra Council for Agricultural

Education and Research (MCAER), Pune MCAER is constituted under section 12 of the

Maharashtra Agricultural Universities (Krishi Vidyapeeth) Act 1983.

The MCAER, Pune approved the Academic Regulations in the meeting held on

19.04.12 and it is applicable to all the Agricultural Universities in the State, since 2011-

12. Academic regulations for UG courses approved by MCAER are as fallows.

Education system

Course credit system under the semester pattern.

a) Academic year

Two semesters not shorter than 20 weeks, is called an 'Academic year.'

'Semester' means an academic term of 20 weeks duration.



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b) Course

Subjects to be taught are divided into self-contained units called courses.

c) Credit

One clock hour learning in theory or minimum two clock hours in laboratory /

field /tutorial per week.

d) Credit hour

One hour work for theory in the class and two clock hours for practical work.

e) Credit load

The quantum of credits undertaken by a student in a semester.

f) Grade point

The actual percentage of marks obtained by a student in particular course divided

by 10 and expressed to one decimal place.

g) Grade Point Average (GPA):

The quotient of the total grade point obtained by a student in the course during

a semester divided by the total number of credits of courses successfully

completed in that semester. Total grade points obtained in the courses during a

semester.

h) Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA)

The quotient of the total grade points obtained by a students in course during the

degree programme, divided by the total number of credits successfully

completed.

i) Credit point

The credit point of a course is the product of credit and grade point.

Admission

The selected students report to the Associate Dean / Principal of the college

during the notified period for admission.

Late admission (admission to semester other than the first)

A student seeking admission to semester other than the first shall be permitted by

the Associate Dean / Principal on payment of a late fee of Rs. 100/- (Rs. hundred) per

day up to a period of five working days.

Registration

A) Payment of fees in the office of the Associate Dean of the concerned college.

B) Enrolment of students in various courses in consultation with counsellors.

i. Submission of Roster Form



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ii. Registration for 5th

to 8th

semesters: A student shall be allowed to register

for the courses of V, VI, VII and VIII semesters if he has successfully

completed all the courses prescribed up to the II, III, VI and VII semesters,

respectively.

Counselling system

The Associate Dean/ Principal of the college, groups the students into convenient

batches (20 students per batch) and each such batch of students shall be assigned to a

counsellor.

Role of counsellor

A. Choice of courses and determining the course load, which the student may take in

a semester.

B. To establish and foster close relationship.

C. To conduct periodical meetings (once in a month).

D. To review their academic performance.

E. To look after overall development of a students and to advise them in respect of

co-curricular activities and his personal difficulties.

Credit load

A student is not permitted to register for more than 25 credits in a semester.

Cancellation of courses

The student is permitted to cancel the courses by permission from Associate

Dean of respective college within a period of 6 (six) weeks from the date of registration.

Attendance

Minimum attendance (80 per cent) for all lectures and practicals is a must,

otherwise, a student will not be eligible to appear at the semester end examination and

shall be awarded 'F' grade.

Note: Attendance is considered as exempted or condoned for the following grounds.

i) When a student represents the college or the university in any of the sports /

cultural / co-curricula's activities.

ii) When a student is on a study tour / excursion with the permission of the

Associate Dean.

iii) When a student is absent on valid grounds and applies to the Associate Dean for

condone of attendance.

Unfair means

The guilty students are awarded punishment for the cases of preparation, attempt,



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abetment and use of unfair means in a mid-semester examination, semester end

examination as mentioned below.

Abutment = structural Support

Abetment = help / encourage someone to do something wrong.

i) Mid- semester examination

The student shall be awarded `F' grade in the particular course.

ii) Semester end examination

A student shall be declared to have failed in all courses of that examination

registered by him during that semester examination.

Discipline

Any student found involving in activities like ragging, bullying or kidnapping

and or any other act of indiscipline shall immediately be suspended from the college

even liable to be expelled from the college In some cases of ragging, there is a provision

of punishment like imprisonment.

Eligibility certificate

Each student shall pay eligibility certificate fee of Rs.200/- for Maharashtra State

students and Rs.400/- for other state students.

Transfer of students

i) For inter University transfer only on the vacant position of respective university.

ii) For transfer within University- Only in the 3rd

and 5th

semester.

Readmission

A student who leaves the college with prior permission of Dean / Associate Dean/

Principal after completion of two semesters may be readmitted by Dean / Associate

Dean/ Principal of that college on request of the student within three years of the leaving

the college provided that the said curriculum of studies is in vogue and student has not

cancelled his admission during the absent period. Such permission shall be granted only

once during the degree programme.

Study tours

Study tours for undergraduate courses are as under, subject to availability of funds:

1. First year: Maharashtra State

2. Second year: South India

3. Third year: North India



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4.5 Curricula Development / Revision Process

The academic curricula are regularly updated and revised in the light of the

developments taking place and as per the theoretical and practical requirements of

different courses and programmes. Some new degree programme is added while those

old or obsolete are deleted from the curricula.

A new and revised curriculum for under graduate degree programmes was

introduced and is in operation since academic year 2007-2008 as per the directives of the

ICAR - 4th

Deans Committee Report. The ICAR has suggested a revised programme for

M.Sc. (Agri.) in order to maintain uniformity throughout India. This programme also

allows flexibility in the courses and curricula as per the local needs of the region. The

revised programme is implemented with effect from the academic year 2009 - 2010.

Students fees : (Academic session : 2012-13)

i) B.Sc. (Agri.)

Odd semesters: Rs.6336 (Boys students without hostel)

Rs.8336 (Boys students with hostel)

Rs.4336 (Only for girls students with hostel)

Rs.3336 (Only for girls students without hostel)

Even semesters: Rs.4200 (Boys students without hostel)

Rs.6200 (Boys students with hostel)

Rs.2200 (Only for girls students with hostel)

Rs.1200 (Only for girls students without hostel)

ii) M.Sc. (Agri.)

(Fees in Rs.)

Sr.

No.

Category Semester

I II III IV

1. Non hostelite Boys 8986/- 5300/- 7536/- 5300/-

2. Hostelite Boys 12586/- 7300/- 9536/- 7400/-

3. Non-hostelite Girls 7586/- 2300/- 4536/- 2300/-

4. Hostelite Girls 4986/- 1300/- 3536/- 1300/-



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4.6 Adoption of I.C.A.R. Model Curricula and Deviation

A) U.G. Courses

As per the Fourth Deans Committee, the new programme is implemented from

2007-2008 with 10 to 15 per cent deviation.

RAWE programme

The revised RAWE (RAWE Model-I) is being implemented since the

academic year 2010-2011 during VIIth

semester in accordance with recommendations of

IVth

Deans’ committee of the ICAR. This programme provides the opportunities to

students for hands-on training and develops confidence and competence for solving

various agricultural problems and launching a career for them in agriculture. The

students are kept for five months with farmers in the village which includes exposure

visit to different Agro-based industries to increase the confidence of students.

Experiential Learning Programme

The experiential learning programme is being implemented since the academic

year 2010-2011 during VIII semester.

Concept of experiential learning

Learning to do,

Doing to learn,

Earning to living,

Living to serve

Objectives of experiential learning

i) To train manpower with more practical orientation to cater the needs of

public , private and corporate sectors in Agriculture.

ii) To impart knowledge and training in inter disciplinary production oriented

courses in Agriculture.

iii) To provide training for developing entrepreneurial skill for being job provider

rather than jobseeker.

Twenty to thirty students are admitted in the following experiential learning

module as per their preference and merit.



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Experiential Learning Modules

Sr.

No.

Course No Module Title Major

Department

Associated

Department

1. AEL-AGRO-4813 Seed Production of Field

Crops and Processing

AGRO SSAC, ECON, EXTN,

PATH, ENT, BOT,

ENGG.

2. AEL-HORT-487 Nursery Management of

Horticultural Crops

HORT ECON., EXTN, ENTO,

PATH, SSAC, BOT,

ENGG.

3. AEL-PATH-487 Bio-Fertilizer Production PL. PATH ENTO, ECON, EXTN,

ENGG.

4. AEL-ENGG-486 Farm Mechanization ENGG. SSAC,AGRO, ECON,

EXTN ,AHDS, HORT

5. AEL-SSAC-486 Soil & Water Clinic SSAC AGRO, ECON, EXTN,

ENGG.

6. AEL-ASDS-487 Milk & Milk Production AHDS ECON, EXTN, ENGG.

7. AEL-ENT-488 Mulberry Sericulture ENTO AGRO, PATH, ECON,

EXTN, ENGG.

B) P.G. courses

As per the recommendations of Accreditation Board Secretariat, I.C.A.R., New

Delhi, the curricula and syllabi for Master's Degree Programme have been revised with

10 to 15 % deviation in ICAR syllabus. The revised programme is being implemented in

this college from the academic year i.e. 2009 — 2010 in following disciplines.

1) Agronomy

2) Agril. Economics

3) Agril. Botany

4) Agril. Entomology.

5) Agril. Extension Education

6) Plant Pathology- Agril. Microbiology

7) Soil Science and Agril. Chemistry

8) Horticulture- Vegetable Science

Course curricula for B.Sc. (Agri.) and M.Sc.(Agri.) is given in Appendix-I



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4.7 Inter-disciplinary Approach in Teaching:

A) U.G. programme

There is an inter-disciplinary approach in teaching under graduate courses. When

students undergo RAWE programme in their VII semester a team of specialists

(Agronomist, Soil Specialist, Pathologist, Entomologist, Horticulturist and Economist)

remains collectively in touch with the students. They meet once in a month and have

discussion by guiding them and solving their problems in the particular subject or field.

Thus, there is a collective and integrated inter-disciplinary approach in teaching.

B) P.G. programme

There is an inter- disciplinary approach for PG mainly in two ways:

i) In selecting major and minor courses students are asked to select the related

courses.

ii) Formulation of Advisory Committee - To guide a PG student, an advisory

committee consisting a minimum of 3 members is formulated. The

committee members are from different disciplines. These members meet

frequently to share their experiences and guide the PG student.

4.8 Evaluation and Grading

A) U.G. programme

The evaluation and grading of each programme is through the course credit

system and as per the Academic Regulations for Bachelor’s Degree Programme

approved by the M.C.A.E.R.

(As per the Academic Regulations for Bachelor's Degree Programme Pages 9, 10,

11, 12 and 13 consisting - Evaluation, Weightage, Grading, Class, Repeat examination,

Unfair means and Graduation requirements).

B) P.G. programme

The PG Academic Resolutions approved by M.C.A.E.R. are followed for

evaluation and grading. (See Academic Regulation for Post Graduate Degree Programme

Pages 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16 consisting - Evaluation, Weightage, Grading, Award of

class, Repeat examination, Qualifying exam, Thesis, Evaluation of thesis).

a) Periodical examinations (mid term and semester end)

Mid- term examinations are conducted by Associate Dean consist of the theory

paper of one-hour duration. The semester end theory and practical examination shall be

of minimum of 2 hours duration.



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The allocation of marks and relative weightages

One credit is equal to 50 marks. The relative weightages to the various

examinations conducted, class-work and records maintained during a semester shall be

as under.

Examination Weightage (%) Marks for credits

2 (1+1) 3 (2+1)

Theory Mid-semester examination 20 10 20

Semester end examination 80 40 80

Practical Record of class work 20 10 10

Semester end examination 80 40 40

Grading and declaration of class

The gradation is in 0-10 point scale. The following stages are given for

declaration of classes for UG programme.

Pass class Second class First class First class with distinction

5.50 to 5.99 6.00 to 7.49 7.50 to 8.49 8.50 and above

Students seeking less than 55 per cent marks in a course would be declared as

failed in that course. The students who have 80 per cent attendance, but failed in courses

can apply for the semester end examination directly without attending the classes in that

course/s. However, such student (s) shall have to register by filling the said courses in the

roster form and by payment of fees of Rs.100/- per course. Such repeat courses shall not

be considered for the maximum credit load prescribed for the semester.

4.9 Collaborative Programmes

A) Collaboration within university / colleges

There is collaboration, in teaching and conduct of different courses, between the

College of Agriculture Kolhapur and some staff members from National Agricultural

Research Project, Shenda Park, Kolhapur.

B) Collaboration with other Agencies / Agril. Departments

RAWE programme of the 4th

year (VII Semester) students of College of

Agriculture, Kolhapur has conducted with the help of staff of Agril. Department.

Students participate in the programmes of Agril. Department such as conducting melavas

(rallies), demonstrations etc., along with the staff of Agril. Department.



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4.10 Basis For Starting and Closing of Educational Institutions,

Programmes, Centres and Departments

The proposals for starting of educational institutions, programmes, centres, etc,

received from different organizations are scrutinized and discussed in the Academic

Council of the University in accordance with the rules and regulation set by the

University / State Government. The proposals, which meet the requirements, are

recommended to the Executive Council of the University. The Executive Council

recommends such proposals to the Maharashtra Council of Agril. Education and

Research, Pune, for approval.

Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri gives due consideration to any

progamme communicated by the M.C.A.E.R., Pune. It is discussed in the Executive

Council meeting, who decides to start or close any educational institute, college,

programme, centre, department, etc.

The institutions / colleges which are not running as per the rules and regulations

set by the University / State Government are recommended for their closure by the

Academic Council to the Executive Council of the University. The Executive Council

recommends such cases for approval of the M.C.A.E.R.

4.11 Non-Degree Granting Programmes

The college does not run any non-degree-granting programmes.

4.12. Accomplishment and Challenges

A new curricula for under graduate and post graduate programme is revised after

ten years as per the ICAR suggestions .However, it is felt necessary to revise syllabus

after five years to incorporate the new technologies in the syllabus.

4.13 Observations of Peer Review Team -2008

i) The curriculum delivery should be promoted through e-mode and video

conferencing in the college.

ii) The educational tours and exposure visits must be organized every year as per

ICAR norms.

iii) The students selection procedure for admission to different undergraduate

programmes needs to be improved by introducing Common Entrance

Examination System giving due importance to the academic performance.



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i) The two interactive classrooms and the Video Conferencing facilities are created.

The faculty delivers lectures through Power Point Presentations for effective

teaching to the students.

ii) The exposure visits for REWE and Experiential Learning module students are

organized every year. The funds are made available for study tours in

Maharashtra, South and North India for first, second and third year students,

respectively.

iii) The Common Entrance Examination System is under consideration with MCAER,

Pune and State Government for admission of meritorious students.


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5. FACULTY AND OTHER HUMAN RESOURCES

5.1 Employees Classification

College of Agriculture, Kolhapur is the constituent college of Mahatma Phule

Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri. This university was established in 1969 by the Maharashtra

Agricultural University Act, 1969 (amended in 1983 and 2003) having jurisdiction over

10 (earlier 9) districts of Western Maharashtra. As per the Act, the University has three

categories of officers i.e. Executive, Academic and other Officers. The Chancellor, Pro

Chancellor and Vice Chancellor are The Executive Officers whereas, Director of

Instruction, Director of Research, Director of Extension Education, Dean of the Faculties

and Associate Deans are academic officers and Registrar, Comptroller, Students Welfare

Officer and University Engineer are the other Officers. The University is governed by

Chancellor, Pro Chancellor and Vice Chancellor and through the Academic and Other

Officers as per University Act. The Vice Chancellor is the Chief Executive Officer of the

University.

As per MAU Act, 1983, u/s 14, following are the Executives, Academic Officers

(Other Officers, and Officers declared by Statutes) of the University, namely:

A) Executives

i) The Chancellor

ii) The Pro Chancellor

iii) The Vice Chancellor

B) Academic Officers

i) The Director of Instruction

ii) The Director of Research

iii) The Director of Extension Education

iv) The Deans of Faculties.

v) The Associate Deans.

C) Other Officers

i) The Registrar

ii) The Comptroller

iii) The Student Welfare Officer

iv) The Librarian.


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As per MAU Statute 1990, u/s 60, following officers are hereby declared to be

the other officers of the University as per category (d) under section 14.

i) The University Engineer,

ii) The Deputy Registrar,

iii) The Assistant Registrar,

iv) The Assistant Comptroller.

As per MAU Statute 1990 , u/s 71, the Academic Staff Members, irrespective of

the duties of teaching, research and extension education for the time being allotted to an

Academic Staff Members of the designation of the post of which he was originally

appointed or the post presently held by him, each such member shall hold one of the

following ranks as may by an order be specifically allotted by the Vice Chancellor.

i) Associate Dean and Principal

ii) Head of the Department

iii) Professor

iv) Associate Professor

v) Assistant Professor

vi) Principal of Agricultural Technical School

vii) Sports Officer

viii) Physical Training Instructor

ix) Senior Research Assistant/ Junior Research Assistant

x) University Librarian / College Librarian

xi) Agriculture Assistant

As per MAU Statute 1990 , u/s 81, the ministerial Staff Members are classified in

to various grades as:

A) Ministerial staff members shall be those who are for the time being in the service

of the University and are not included in the categories of Executive, Academic

Officers, Other Officers and Academic Staff Members.

B) Ministerial staff members shall consist of different grades viz., 'A', 'B', 'C' and 'D'

and shall be determined by the State Council having regard to the requirements of

the University business, from time to time.


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5.2 Personnel Policy Details Including Availability of Manual

As per MAU Statute 1990, Statute 138 of the Maharashtra Civil Services Rules

viz; Pay, Pension, Leave and General conditions of services are made applicable to the

Employees of the University, affiliated colleges and recognized institutions other than

those Recognized for Research and Specialized Higher Learning.

1) In accordance with the provisions of section 28 clause (c) and (g) of section 37 of the

Act and the provisions made else where in the Act and the Statutes in this behalf the

provisions of the following, Maharashtra Civil Service Rules (as amended and added

from time to time) applicable to the State Government employee is applicable mutatis

mutandis to the employees of the University, affiliated colleges and recognized

institutions other than those Recognized for Research and Specialized Higher

Learning.

i) The Maharashtra Civil Services (General Conditions of Services) Rules,1981 and

ii) The Maharashtra Civil Services (Pay) Rules, 1981; and

iii) The Maharashtra Civil Services (Joining Time, Foreign Service and Payments

during suspension, Dismissal and Removal) Rules, 1981; and

iv) The Maharashtra Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 1981; and

v) The Maharashtra Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1982; and

vi) The Maharashtra Civil Services (Computation of Pension) Rules, 1984; and

vii) The Maharashtra Conduct Rules, 1979, and

viii) The Maharashtra Civil Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1979.

2) The employees of affiliated colleges and recognized institutions who are in service

prior to the date of passing of this statute are governed by such terms and conditions

of service contract, if any, agreed to between the employees and the institution in

respect of age of superannuation which will not exceed 60 and 58 years in case

teaching and non teaching staff, respectively.

3) The Executive Council will determine from time to time, the competent authorities for

execution of the rules mentioned in clause (1) above.


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5.3 Annually Updated Faculty Profile Reflecting Academic Credentials

The Annually updated faculty profile reflecting their academic credential, are

given in Table 5.1, Table,5.2 and Table 5.3.

Table 5.1: Academic credential of the faculty

Department Ph.D. M. Sc. / M.Tech. /

M.A.

Others

No. % No. % No. %

Agril. Botany 4 80.00 1 20.00 - -

Agril. Economics 3 50.00 3 50.00 - -

Agril. Engineering 2 28.57 5 71.43 - -

Agril. Entomology 2 66.66 1 33.33 - -

Agril. Extn. Education 1 33.34 1 66.66 - -

Agronomy 3 33.34 6 66.66 - -

Ani. Husbandry and Dairy Science 2 66.66 1 33.33 - -

Horticulture 2 40.00 2 60.00 - -

Plant Pathology 3 60.00 2 40.00 - -

Soil Science and Agril. Chemistry 5 83.33 1 16.67 - -

Language 0 0 1 100.00 - -

Regional Extension Centre 1 33.34 2 66.66

Total 28 51.85 26 48.15 - -

(Note: Percentages calculated on the number of filled in posts of respective departments)

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Table: 5.2: Faculty attended various development programmes during the last 6 years.

S

N

Departments Faculty Development Programme

Refresher/

Courses/

Summer

& Winter

Courses

Study

Leave

Workshop/

Seminars

National

Symposium

Sabbatical

Leave

International

Symposium /

foreign visits

No % No % No % No % No %

1. Agronomy 4 50 - - - - - - -

2. Botany 2 50 1 - - - - - -

3. SSAC 4 83 - 2 - - - - -

4. Entomology - - - 4 - - - 1 25

5. Agril.

Economics 4 66 - 2 - - - - -

6. Horticulture 9 50 2 33 4 17 - - - -

7. Agril

Engineering - - - - - - - - - -

8. Agril.

Extension 2 50 - - 10 - - - - -

9. ASDS 2 50 - - 3 - - - - -

10. Plant

Pathology 5 100 - - 3 - - - 1 25

Total 37 - 3 28 - - - 2 -

(Note: Percentages calculated on the number of filled in posts of respective

departments)


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Table 5.3: Department-wise faculty composition

Department

Number of faculty

positions sanctioned

(No.)

Faculty positions filled

(No. and per cent)

Professor Asso.

Professor

Asstt.

Professor

Professor Asso.

Professor

Asstt.

Professor

No. % No. % No. %

Associate Dean 1 - - - - - - - -

Agril. Botany 1 2 5 1 100 2 100 2 40.00

Agril. Economics 1 1 4 1 100 1 100 4 100

Agril. Engineering 1 2 7 - - 2 100 5 71.42

Agril. Entomology 1 2 4 - - 1 100 2 50.00

Agril. Extn. Education 1 3 2 - - 1 33.33 2 100

Agronomy 1 3 9 1 100 3 100 5 55.55

Ani. Husbandry and

Dairy Science 1 2 7 - - 1 100 2 28.57

Horticulture 1 1 5 - - 1 100 4 80.00

Plant Pathology 1 1 4 1 100 1 100 3 75.00

Soil Science and Agril.

Chemistry 1 2 6 - - 2 100 4 66.66

Language - 1 1 - - - - 1 100

Regional Extension

Centre - 1* 4 - - 1* 100 2 66

Total 10 20+1* 58 04 40 14 75 34 62

(Note: The percentage are worked out with the sanctioned post of the respective cadre

across the departments)

Asso. Professor

Vacant Post

33%

Filled in Post

67%

Professor

Vacant Post

60%

Filled in Post

40%

Asstt. Professor

Vacant Post

41%

Filled in Post

59%


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5.4 Recruitment and Promotion Procedure

As per Statute-77 of MAU Statutes, 1990, the procedure for the appointment of

academic staff members, when vacancies arise or when new posts are created, is as

under,

i) The Vice Chancellor, may have the posts advertised with such qualifications as have

been prescribed by the Executive Council on the recommendations, if any, of the

Academic Council.

ii) The Registrar shall cause to put up all such applications received before the

Chairman of the Selection Committee for consideration.

iii) The Chairman shall arrange to scrutinize all applications received and prepare list of

all eligible candidates who shall be called for interview.

iv) The Vice Chancellor, then make the appointment of a candidate or candidates strictly

in the order of merits arranged by the Selection Committee. If he wishes to make an

appointment other than in the order of merit recommended by the Selection

Committee, he shall record the reasons thereof and obtain the approval of the

Executive Council before making the appointment.

v) The Vice Chancellor shall then make the appointment of suitable person only from

amongst the persons recommended by the Selection committee.

Notwithstanding anything contained in clause (1), the Vice Chancellor may at his

discretion determine from time, to time the number of posts under each category referred

to in Statute 71 to be filled in by promotion from the lower category:

Provided that, the number of posts so determined shall be twenty five per cent of

the total number of posts in the category as a whole to which promotions are to be made

or such higher percentage not exceeding 50 per cent as may from time to time be

determined by the Executive Council.

Provided further that such posts shall be filled in by promotion through the

Selection Committee on the basis of merit and seniority in the discipline or group of

disciplines, departments or sector and minimum academic qualification and experience,

as prescribed by the Statutes

Provided further that, the academic staff members shall be eligible to apply for

any post of an academic staff advertised by the University.

While filling in the post in the classification of the academic staff as specified in

Statute 71 by promotion or nomination, the University shall reserve for Backward


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Classes and other categories as such percentage of posts as may be prescribed by the

State Government, from time to time, for such classes and categories.

As per Statute-61 of MAU Statutes, 1990, Manner of appointment of other

Officers of the University:

All appointments of the other officers of the University shall be made strictly on

the basis of merit except that the posts of Deputy registrar shall be filled in by promotion

from the category of Assistant Registrars or Assistant Comptrollers and the posts of

Assistant Registrar and Assistant Comptroller shall be filled in 50 percent by promotion

from ministerial staff and 50 percent by nomination.

As per Statute-63 of MAU Statutes, 1990 appointment only on the

recommendations of the Selection Committee:

1) No person shall be appointed by the University to any post of Other Officers by

promotion except to the posts of Deputy Registrar, Assistant Registrar and Assistant

Comptroller. Appointment shall be made on the recommendation of the Selection

Committee constituted under Statute 64 :

Provided that in any emergency which in the opinion of the Vice Chancellor

requires that immediate action should be taken, he may without the recommendations

of the Selection Committee or without following the procedure prescribed in Statute

65 make appointment of a suitable person to any post of 'Other Officers' for a period

not exceeding one year and shall at the earliest opportunity thereafter report his action

to the Executive Council.

2) Notwithstanding anything contained in clause (1) above, the Executive Council may

direct that a post/posts of the Other Officer/Officers may be filled in by obtaining the

services of an officer or officers on deputation from the State Government,

Government of India, any statutory University in India or any Government or Semi

Government organization or institution or from corporation established by law.

3) Appointment of a person on deputation to any post of the Other Officer of the

University in pursuance of the provisions of clause (2) above, shall be made by the

Vice Chancellor without reference to or recommendation of the Selection Committee.

Such Officers and their appointments shall be made by the Vice Chancellor on such

terms and conditions as may be agreed to between the Vice Chancellor and the

deputing authority :

Provided that the period of such deputation shall in the first instance not exceed

three years which may, at the option of the Vice Chancellor, in consultation with the


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deputing authority and subject to the prior approval of Executive Council, be extended

from time to time for a total period not exceeding five years.

As per Statute-65 of MAU Statutes, 1990, the Procedure for appointment of

Other Officers. –

1) The following procedure shall be followed for the appointment of "Other Officers"

category (c) under section 14 and Statute 60 whenever vacancies arise or new posts

are created :

i) The Vice Chancellor shall have the post/posts advertised with such qualifications,

terms and conditions, of service etc. as may be prescribed by the Executive

Council. Application shall be received by the Registrar.

ii) The Registrar shall place all such applications received, before the Chairman for

his consideration.

iii) The Chairman shall arrange to scrutinise all such applications, and prepare a list

of all eligible candidates who shall be called for interview.

iv) After interviewing the candidates, the Selection Committee shall recommend to

the Vice Chancellor for each post to be filled in as far as possible, a panel of not

more than three persons in order of merit.

v) The Vice Chancellor shall then make the appointment of a suitable person/ persons

from amongst those recommended by the Selection Committee.

2) Notwithstanding anything contained in clause (1) above and in case of an officer

whose services are to be obtained by the University on deputation from the State

Government, Government of India or any other organisation or institution referred to

in clause (2) of Statute 63 the provision of clause (1)(v) of this Statute shall not

apply.

3) The posts of other officers to be filled in by promotion be filled in through the

Selection Committee on the basis of merit and seniority.

As per Statute-88 of MAU Statutes, 1990, the Appointment of ministerial staff

members under section 13 (c) of the Act and in the Grades prescribed in Statute 81.

1) The procedure for appointment of ministerial staff members when vacancies arise or

when new posts are created is as under, viz.,

i) The Vice Chancellor may invite suggestions, recommendations and if considered

necessary by him, proposals for obtaining services on deputation for a period not

exceeding three years, from the State Government, Government of India,


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Institutions or agencies, or any person as he may deem fit and/or he may have the

posts advertised with the qualifications prescribed under Statute No. 85.

ii) All suggestions, recommendations proposals and applications referred to in sub

clause (i) above shall be received by the Registrar.

iii) The Registrar shall cause to be put up all applications received to the Chairman of

the Selection Committee for his consideration. Suggestions, recommendations and

proposals for obtaining services on deputation shall be dealt with by the Vice

Chancellor in accordance with the provisions of clause (i) above.

iv) The Chairman shall arrange to scrutinize all applications received and prepare a

list of eligible candidates who shall be called for interview by the Selection

Committee.

v) After interviewing the candidates the Selection Committee shall recommend the

names of selected candidates in order of merit to the Vice Chancellor.

vi) The Vice Chancellor shall then make the appointment of a person or persons only

from amongst the persons recommended by the Selection Committee. If he wishes

to deviate from the order of merit recommended by the Selection Committee, he

shall record the reasons thereof and obtain the approval of the Executive Council

before making appointment.

2) Notwithstanding anything contained in clause (1) above, the Vice Chancellor, shall

at his discretion determine, from time to time, the number of posts under each

category to be filled in by promotion from the lower category:

Provided that the number of posts so determined shall not be less than fifty per

cent of the total number of posts in the category to which promotions are to be made:

Provided further that such posts shall be filled in by promotion on the basis of

merit and seniority in the class of the concerned service, minimum academic

qualifications and experience if any may be relaxed and determined by the Vice

Chancellor from time to time, if he considers necessary in consultation with the

Executive Council :

Provided also that the ministerial staff members of the University shall be eligible

to apply for any post advertised by the University.

Provided also that in the case of posts of ministerial staff members, the

University shall reserve such percentage as prescribed by Government, from time to

time, in respect of Backward Classes and other reserved categories by filling up the posts

by promotion or from open market.


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3) The Vice Chancellor shall in conformity with provisions of clause (2) above, make

rules governing promotions of ministerial staff members.

The officers are posted on deputation at the University are as follows:

Registrar : Deputed from Revenue Department.

Comptroller : Deputed from Finance Department.

University Engineer : Deputed from PWD Department.

5.5 Career Development Plan Including Competence Improvement

(Process of CAS, Criteria to CAS):

The CAS scheme implemented by the Indian Council of Agril. Research is

adopted by the University as per State Government Resolution . No. AGU-2599/

10673/CR-65/18A, dated 30/12/1999. The provisions of the same are as under :

Scheme for career advancement of teachers in the SAUs and CAU effective from

01-01-2006.

5.5.1 Career Advancement

(a) No one shall be eligible to be appointed, promoted or designated as Professor,

unless he or she possesses a Ph.D. and satisfied other academic conditions, as laid

down by the University Grants Commission (UGC) / Indian Council of

Agricultural Research, (ICAR) New Delhi from time to time. This shall,

however, not affect those who are already designated as „Professor‟.

(b) The pay of teachers and equivalent positions in Universities and Colleges shall be

fixed according to the designations in two pay bands of Rs. 15600-39100 and Rs.

37400-67000 with appropriate “Academic Grade Pay” (AGP in short). Each Pay

Band shall have different stages of Academic Grade Pay which shall ensure that

teachers and other equivalent cadres covered under this scheme, subject to other

conditions of eligibility being satisfied; have multiple opportunities for upward

movement during their career.

(c) Assistant Professors possessing post-graduate degree in professional courses

approved by the relevant Statutory Body, such as M.P.Ed / M.Tech etc. shall be

eligible for the AGP of Rs. 7,000 after completion of 5 years service as Assistant

Professor.


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(d) Assistant Professors who do not have Ph.D. or a Master‟s degree in the relevant

Professional course shall be eligible for the AGP of Rs. 7,000 only after

completion of 6 years service as Assistant Professor.

(e) Assistant Professors with completed service of 5 years at the AGP of Rs. 7000

shall be eligible, subject to other requirements laid down by the UGC/ICAR to

move up to the AGP of Rs. 8000.

(f) An Associate Professor with a minimum of eight years of service will be eligible

for consideration for appointment as a Professor.

(g) The Selection Committees for Career Advancement shall be the same as those for

direct recruitment for each category.

(h) The existing scheme of Career Advancement for non-academic staff namely

Physical Training Instructor /Librarian would also continue.

5.5.2 Allowances : The following allowances are admissible to all the teaching and non

teaching staff of the college as per government resolution

The allowances such as Dearness Allowance, Leave Travel Concession,

Transport Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Compensatory Local Allowance,

Deputation Allowance, Travelling Allowance.

The persons with disabilities (Visual, Orthopedic, Hearing and other disabilities)

under the provisions of „Persons with Disabilities‟ (Protection of Rights, Equal

Opportunities and Full Participation) Act, 1995 shall be entitled to twice the normal rate

of transport allowance as accepted by the State Government for its employees on the

recommendation of Sixth Pay Commission.

(i) Study Leave : As per existing provisions

(ii) Age of Superannuation : 60 years (The teachers & equivalent post of

Agricultural Universities and affiliated aided

Agricultural Colleges only.)

(iii) Pension : As per implementation of Sixth Pay Commission

to State Government Pensioners.

(iv) Family Pension : As per implementation of Sixth Pay Commission


(v) Gratuity : As per implementation of Sixth Pay Commission


(vi) Provident Fund : As per existing provisions


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5.5.3 Eligibility Criteria

There are three designations in respect of teachers in universities and colleges,

viz., Assistant Professor, Associate Professors and Professors. However, there shall be no

change in the present designation in respect of Library and Physical Education Personnel

at various levels.

No one shall be eligible to be appointed, promoted or designated as Professor,

unless he or she possesses a Ph.D. and satisfied other academic conditions, as laid down

by the University Grants Commission (UGC) / Indian Council of Agricultural Research,

(ICAR) New Delhi from time to time. This shall, however, not affect those who are

already designated as „Professor‟.

The pay of teachers and equivalent positions in Universities and Colleges shall be

fixed according to the designations in two pay bands of Rs. 15600-39100 and Rs. 37400-

67000 with appropriate “Academic Grade Pay” (AGP in short). Each Pay Band shall

have different stages of Academic Grade Pay which shall ensure that teachers and other

equivalent cadres covered under this Scheme, subject to other conditions of eligibility

being satisfied, have multiple opportunities for upward movement during their career.

5.5.4 Assistant Professor (Sr. Scale).

Assistant Professor will be eligible for placement in a senior scale through a

procedure of selection, if he/she has :

i) Completed 5 years of service after regular appointment with relaxation of one

year and two years, respectively, for those with M. Phil. and Ph.D. (6 years

without M. Phil / Ph. D.)

ii) Participated in one orientation course and one refresher course of approved

duration, or engaged in other appropriate continuing education programmes of

comparable quality as may be specified or approved by the University Grants

Commission/ICAR. (Those with Ph.D. degree would be exempted from one

refresher course).

iii) Consistently satisfactory performance appraisal reports.

5.5.5 Assistant Professor (Selection Grade)

Assistant Professor in the Senior Scale who do not have a Ph.D. degree or

equivalent published work and who do not meet the scholarship and research standards,

but fulfill the other criteria given above for the post of Associate Professor and have a

good record in teaching and preferably have contributed in various ways such as to the


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corporate life of the institution, examination work or through extension activities will be

placed in the Selection Grade, subject to the recommendations of the Selection

Committee which is the same as for promotion to the post of Associate Professor. They

will be designated as Assistant Professors in the Selection Grade. They would offer

themselves for fresh assessment after obtaining Ph.D. and or fulfilling other requirements

for promotion as Associate Professor if found suitable, could be given the designation of

Associate Professor.

5.5.6 Associate Professor (Promotion)

Assistant Professor in the Senior Scale will be eligible for promotion to the post

of Associate Professor if he/she has :

i) Completed 5 years of service in the Senior Scale;

ii) Obtained a Ph.D. degree or has equivalent published work;

iii) Made some mark in the areas of scholarship and research as evidenced e.g. self

assessment reports of referees, quality of publications, contribution in educational

innovation, design of new courses and curricula and extension activities.

iv) After placement in the Senior Scale participated in two refresher courses/summer

institutes of approved duration, or engaged in other appropriate continuous

education programmes of comparable quality as may be specified or approved the

University Grants Commission/ ICAR and,

v) Possesses consistently good performance appraisal reports. Promotion to the post

of Associate Professor will be through a process of Selection by a Selection

Committee to be set up under the Statutes/ Ordinances of the concerned

University or other similar committees set up by the appointing authorities.

5.5.7 Professor (Promotion).

In addition to the sanctioned position of Professors, which must be filled in

through direct recruitment through all India advertisements, promotions may be made

from the post of Associate Professor to that of Professor after 8 years of service as

Associate Professor. The Selection Committee for promotion to the post of Professor

should be the same as that for direct recruitment. For the promotion from Associate

Professor to Professor, the following method of promotion may be followed. The

candidates should present herself/himself before the Selection Committee with some of

the following :

a) Self appraisal report (required).

b) Research contributions / books / articles published,


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c) Any other academic contributions. The best three written contributions of the

teacher (as defined by her/him) may be sent in advance to the Experts to review

before coming for the selection. The candidates should be asked to submit these

in 3 sets with the application.

d) Seminars/Conferences attended,

e) Contribution to teacher/academic environment/institutional corporate life,

f) Extension and field outreach activities.

The requirement of participation in orientation / refresher courses /summer

institutes, each of at least 3 to 4 weeks duration and consistently satisfactory

performance appraisal reports, shall be the mandatory requirement for Career

Advancement to Assistant Professor (Sr. Scale).

The requirement for completing these courses would be as follows:

i) For Assistant Professor / Assistant Professor (Sr. Scale), one orientation course

would be compulsory for University and College teachers. Those without Ph.D.

would be required to do one refresher course in addition.

ii) Two refresher courses for Assistant Professor (Sr. Scale), to Assistant Professor

(Selection Grade).

iii) The senior teachers like Associate Professors/ Assistant Professor (Sr.

Scale)/Assistant Professor (Selection Grade) and Professor may opt to attend two

Seminars/Conference in their subject area and present paper as one aspect of their

promotion/selection to higher level or attend refresher courses to be offered by

ASCs for this level.

If the number of years required in a feeder cadre are less than those stipulated in

notification, thus entailing hardship to those who have completed more than the total

number of years in their entire service for eligibility in the cadre, may be placed in the

next higher cadre after adjusting the total number of years.

This situation is likely to arise as in the earlier scheme, the number of years

required in feeder cadre were much more than those envisaged under this notification.

5.5.8 Counting of Past Service

Previous service, without any break as a Lecturer or equivalent in a University,

college, national laboratory or other scientific organization, e.g. CSIR, ICAR, UGC,

DRDO, ICSSR, ICHRI and as a UGC Research Scientist, should be counted for

placement of lecturer in Senior Scale/Selection Grade provided that:


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i) The post was in an equivalent grade/scale of pay as the post of a Lecturer,

ii) The qualifications for the post were not lower than the qualifications prescribed

by the UGC for the post of Assistant Professor.

iii) The candidates who apply for direct recruitment should apply through proper

channel.

iv) The concerned Lecturers possessed the minimum qualifications prescribed by the

UGC.

v) The post was filled in accordance with the prescribed selection procedure as laid

down the University/State Government/Central Government/ Institution's

regulation;

vi) The appointment was not ad-hoc or in a leave vacancy of less than one year

duration. Ad-hoc service of more than one year duration can be counted

provided.

a) The ad-hoc service was of more than one year duration,

b) The incumbent was appointed on the recommendation of duly constituted

Selection Committee; and

c) The incumbent was selected to the permanent post in continuation to the

ad-hoc service, without any break.

5.5.9 Merit Promotion

The University can discuss in its academic body and decide inter seniority

between the merit promotees and direct recruits, based on the date of selection and as per

the existing/amended Acts and Statutes of the University.

5.5.10 Professor of Eminence

The proposal relating to Super time scale for Professor of Eminence will be taken

up after implementation of scheme in respect by UGC .

i) Meritorious teachers who may not have M. Phil / Ph.D./ M. Tech. But who

have made outstanding contributions would be rewarded and recognized as per

the scheme to be approved by MHRD/ICAR.

5.5.11 Redressal of Anomalies

Anomalies arising after implementation of this order/notification shall be brought

to the notice of ICAR, which will be considered in consultation with Deptt. of Personnel

and Training / Ministry of Finance.


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5.6 Selection Process For Academic and Other Administrative Officers

(As per Statute-77 of MAU Statutes, 1990)

5.6.1 Appointment of Academic Staff Members

1) The procedure for the appointment of academic staff members, when vacancies arise

or when new posts are created, shall be as under, namely:

i) The Vice Chancellor may have the posts advertised with such qualifications as have

been prescribed by the Executive Council on the recommendations, if any, of the

Academic Council.

ii) The Registrar shall cause to put up all such applications received before the

Chairman of the Selection Committee for his consideration.

iii) The Chairman shall arrange to scrutinize all applications received and prepare a

list eligible candidates who shall be called for interview.

iv) The Vice Chancellor then make the appointment of a candidate or candidates

strictly in the order of merit arranged by the Selection Committee. If he wishes to

make an appointment otherwise than in the order of merit recommended by the

Selection Committee, he shall record the reasons thereof and obtain the approval of

the Executive Council before making the appointment.

v) The Vice Chancellor shall then make the appointment of suitable person only from

amongst the persons recommended by the Selection Committee.

2) Notwithstanding anything contained in clause (1), the Vice Chancellor may at his

discretion determine from time to time the number of posts under each category

referred to in Statute 71 to be filled in by promotion from the lower category:

Provided that the number of posts so determined shall be twenty-five per cent of

the total number of posts in the category as a whole to which promotions are to be made

or such higher percentage not exceeding 50 per cent as may from time to time be

determined by the Executive Council.

Provided further that such posts shall be filled in by promotion through the

Selection Committee on the basis of merit and seniority in the discipline or group of

disciplines, departments or sector and minimum academic qualification and experience,

as prescribed by the Statutes:

Provided further that the academic staff members shall be eligible to apply for

any post of an academic staff advertised by the University.


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3) While filling in the post in the classification of the academic staff as specified in

Statute 71 by promotion or nomination, the University shall reserve for Backward

Classes and other categories as such percentage of posts as may be prescribed by the

State Government, from time to time, for such classes and categories.


5.6.2 Procedure for Appointment of Other Officers

1) The following procedure shall be followed for the appointment of "Other Officers"

category (c) under section 14 and Statute 60 whenever vacancies arise or new posts

are created:-

i) The Vice Chancellor shall have the post/posts advertised with such qualifications,

terms and conditions, of service etc. as may be prescribed by the Executive

Council. Application shall be received by the Registrar.

ii) The Registrar shall place all such applications received, before the Chairman for

his consideration.

iii) The Chairman shall arrange to scrutinize all such applications, and prepare a list of

all eligible candidates who shall be called for interview.

iv) After interviewing the candidates, the Selection Committee shall recommend to

the Vice Chancellor for each post to be filled in as far as possible, a panel of not

more than three persons in order of merit.

v) The Vice Chancellor shall then make the appointment of a suitable person/ persons

from amongst those recommended by the Selection Committee.

2) Notwithstanding anything contained in clause (1) above and in case of an officer

whose services are to be obtained by the University on deputation from the State

Government, Government of India or any other organisation or institution referred to

in clause (2) of Statute 63 the provision of clause (1)(v) of this Statute shall not

apply.

3) The posts of other officers to be filled in by promotion be filled in through the

Selection Committee on the basis of merit and seniority.

5.7 Pay Structure

Pay structure of teaching and non-teaching staff as per the 6th

pay commission is

shown in Table 5.4


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Table 5.4: Pay structure of teaching and non-teaching staff

Sr. No Cadre Pay Scale Academic Grade

Pay

Class I and II

1 Associate Dean 37400-67000 10000

2 Professor 37400-67000 10000

3 Associate Professor 37400-67000 9000

4 Assistant Professor 15600-39100 6000/7000/8000

5 Physical Training Instructor 15600-39100 6000

6 Librarian 15600-39100 6000

7 Assistant Registrar 9300-34800 4600

8 Assistant Comptroller 9300-34800 4600

9 Pay and Accounts Officer 9300-34800 4600

Class III

1 Senior Research Assistant 9300-34800 4400/4600

2 Veterinary Officer 9300-34800 4300/4400

3 Compounder (Veterinary) 5200-20200 2400

4 Junior Veterinary Officer 9300-34800/5200-20200 4400/2800

5 Junior Research Assistant 9300-34800 4200

6 Agricultural Assistant 5200-20200 2400

7 Stenographer (HG/LG) 9300-34800 4200/4400

8 Steno typist 5200-20200 2400

9 Superintendent 9300-34800 4400

10 Assistant Superintendent 9300-34800 4300

11 Senior Clerk 5200-20200 2400

12 Clerk 5200-20200 1900

13 Sectional Engineer (Civil) 9300-34800 4400

14 Sectional Engineer (Elect.) 5200-20200 2800

15 Draftsman 9300-34800/5200-20200 4200/2800

16 Tracer 5200-20200 2000

17 Fitter-cum-Mechanic 5200-20200 2400

18 Carpenter 5200-20200 2400/2000

19 Wireman 5200-20200 2400/1900


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Sr. No Cadre Pay Scale Academic Grade

Pay

20 Audio Visual Operator 5200-20200 2400

21 Farm Machine Driver 5200-20200 2000

22 Blacksmith 5200-20200 2400/2000

23 Foreman Supervisor 5200-20200 2800

24 Artist cum Photographer 5200-20200 2800

25 Electrician 5200-20200 2400

26 Pump operator 5200-20200 1900

27 Jr. Mechanic 5200-20200 1900

28 Plumber 5200-20200 1900

29 Mistry 5200-20200 1900

30 Driver 5200-20200 1900

31 Chief Cataloger 9300-34800 4300

32 Issue Assistant 5200-20200 2000

5.8 Faculty Research and Scholarship Policy

The faculty members undertake research programme at different locations as per

the assigned research work. The post graduates scholar are also allotted the research

trails for their completion of the degree under the chairmanship of respective faculties.

These programmes are undertaken at college level. Apart from these the adopted

research scheme also conduct research on the topic approved by the ICAR for which

grants are received from ICAR. Some of the research programmes are also funded by

state government and university . There is no separate scholarship policy for conducting

the research by faculty.

5.9 Faculty Contribution

As per the assigned duties various faculty members undertake the work of

research, education and extension. The research projects are concluded and

recommendations are passed to farming community and policy makers. These

recommendations are adopted by the farmers and policy makers while formulating new

policies. The extension officers disseminate the technology to the farmers. The teaching

is done by the faculty members for UG,PG and P.hd. students at college level.


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5.10 Faculty Assessment

On their work performance, general ability and character of University

Employees and Officers, their Reporting Officer estimate /grade them as under,

A+ - Outstanding, A - Very good,

B+ - Positively good, B - Good,

B- - Average C - Below average

As per Resolutions of Government of Maharashtra additional increment are awarded

to the employees considering their last five years Confidential Reports as under.

1. C.R. of last 5 years are A+ : 2 Advance Increments

2. C.R. of last 3 years are A+ and : 1 Advance Increment

2 years are A

5.11 Recognition and Award System

A) Recognition

Recognition granted to teachers implementing following rules.

i) The rules regarding recognition of teachers for M. Sc.(Agri)

(Course work and Research combined )

A teacher having a Ph. D. degree with 3 years experience in the subject after

acquiring Ph. D. degree or M.Sc. (Agri.) degree with 5 years experience in the subject

after obtaining M. Sc. Degree. He should have at least 5 research papers published in the

recognized journal at his credit.

ii) The rules regarding recognition of teachers for Ph. D.

(Course work and research combined)

A teacher possessing a Ph.D. degree in the subject with 5 years experience, of

which 3 years should be after Ph.D. and should have at his credit at least 10 research

papers published in the recognized journal and he should have successfully guided 3

M.Sc. (Agri.) students.

or

A teacher possessing a Ph.D. degree in the subject with 10 years experience after

M.Sc. (Agri.) and should have at his credit 10 research papers published in the

recognized journals.

iii) The rules regarding recognition of teachers for M.Tech. (Agril. Engg.)

(Course work and Research combined)


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A teacher possessing a Ph.D. degree in the subject with 3 years experience and 5

research papers published in the recognized journals.

or

A teacher having M.Tech. (Agril. Engg.) /M. E. (Agril. Engg.)/ M. Sc. (Agril.

Engg.)/ M. Tech. (W.R.D.M.) degree or its equivalent with 5 years experience of which

at least 3 years should be after Master degree. He should have at his credit 5 research

papers published in the recognized journal.

(B) Award System: The Indian Council of Agricultural Research awarding best teachers

award to the UG and PG teachers .

5.12 Employees Grievance Redressal Procedure and Welfare Schemes


5.12.1 Grievance Committee for University employees

1) In accordance with the provisions under clause (v) of section 29, the authority to be

called as "Grievance Committee for University Employees" shall be constituted with

the following members, namely:

(i) Vice Chancellor ..... Chairman,

(ii) Registrar ..... Member,

(iii) Comptroller ..... Member,

(iv) Two non official members of Executive ..... Member,

Council nominated by Executive Council

(v) Deputy Registrar (Establishment) ..... Member-Secretary

2) Members of the Executive Council nominated on this committee shall hold office for

a period of one year from the date of nomination or the period of membership which

expires first.

3) The Vice Chancellor shall be the Chairman. In his absence Registrar shall be the

Chairman.

4) It shall work as an appellate authority against the orders passed by the Vice

Chancellor as an original order in respect of Service Rules of the University

employees.

5) To consider individual grievances of the University employees in respect of service

matters.


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6) It shall work as an Advisory body to the Executive Council in respect of

Administrative and service matters which may fall within the jurisdiction of the

Executive Council.

5.12.2 University and College Tribunal

(As per Section 69 A of MAU Act, 1983 amended as on 10/4/2003)

1) There shall be one or more Agricultural Universities and College Tribunal for one or

more Universities in the State of Maharashtra for adjudication of disputes between

the employees of the Universities and their respective university and between the

employees of the affiliated colleges or recognized institutions and their respective

managements, with regard to the matters specified in sub-section (1) of section 69 B.

2) The State Government shall, by notification in the Official Gazette, constitute one or

more Tribunals to be called the "Agricultural University and College Tribunals" for

adjudication of disputes or difference between the teachers and employees and the

University, management of any affiliated colleges or recognized institutions

connected with, or arising out of the matters specified in sub-section (1) of section 69

B.

3) A Tribunal shall consist of one person only, to be appointed by the State

Government.

4) A person shall not be qualified for appointment as a Presiding Officer of a Tribunal,

unless,-

a. He is or has been a Judge of the High Court; or

b. He is qualified to be appointed as a Judge of the High Court;

Provided that a person to be appointed under this clause shall be from amongst

the panel of three persons recommended by the Chief Justice of the High Court of

Judicature at Bombay.

5) The appointment of a person as a Presiding Officer of a Tribunal shall be on a full

time basis and for such period or periods not exceeding three years in the aggregate,

as the State Government may, from time to time, in each case decide.

6) The remuneration and other conditions of service of the Presiding Officer shall be as

determined by the State Government.

7) The concerned University shall make available to a Tribunal such ministerial staff as

may be necessary for the discharge of its functions under this Act.

8) All expenditure on account of the remuneration, pension, provident fund

contribution, leave allowance and other allowances and facilities which may be


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admissible to the Presiding Officer and the staff placed at his disposal, shall be met

from the fund constituted under section 51, by the concerned University;

Provided that, where a common Tribunal is constituted for more than one

University, such expenditure shall be borne by the concerned Universities

proportionately.

9) If any vacancy, other than a temporary vacancy, occurs in the office of the Presiding

Officer of the Tribunal, the State Government shall, as soon as may be possible but in

any case within three months appoint another qualified person to fill the vacancy,

Any proceedings pending before the former Presiding Officer may be continued

and disposed off by his successor from the state at which they were, when the

vacancy occurred.

(As per Section 69 B of MAU Act, 1983 amended as on 10/4/2003)

5.12.3 Appointment of a Committee for promoting welfare of the staff of the

University

1) To promote welfare of the staff and workers University has established a committee

consist of following,

i) Vice Chancellor.

ii) One Director or Dean.

iii) One Head of Department/One Professor.

iv) One Associate Professor/Reader.

v) One Assistant Professor.

vi) One Senior Research Assistant/Junior Research Assistant.

vii) One Agril. Assistant/ Field man,

viii) Five representatives of ministerial staff.

ix) Comptroller.

x) Registrar.

2) The Vice Chancellor shall be the Chairman of the committee and the Registrar shall

be the Secretary. All other members shall be nominated by the Vice Chancellor. The

term of the nominated members shall be for one year.

3) The Committee will make recommendations to the Vice Chancellor to encourage

University employees co-operative credit society.

4) The committee shall hold its meetings at least once in six months and will transact

the business for the general welfare of the staff of the University. The scope and

extent of business of the committee shall be decided by the Vice Chancellor.


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5.13 Adoption of ICAR Norms

The Agricultural Human Resource Development Programme has been

undertaken by Indian Council of Agriculture Research. In the First phase other states are

participated in the programme. It was requested by the Indian Council of Agriculture

Research to Maharashtra State to participate in the programme to adopt Model Act 1994

of Indian Council of Agriculture Research.

The issue of adoption of Model Act was discussed at various levels and the

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6. STUDENTS DEVELOPMENT

6.1 Quality of Student Intake

A quality of the institute depends on quality of the students admitted. The college

has maintained its quality education management system. The top ranked students in

HSC examination mostly prefer this college. The meritorious students are admitted

during the last five years for the UG programme is given below:

Table 6.1: Excellence of students admitted

Year 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13

B.Sc. (Agri.)

Above 75 % 73 76 51 42 55 124

60 to 75 % 109 111 101 129 136 61

45 to 60 % 16 10 29 21 8 10

35 to 45 % - - - 1 - -

Total 198 197 181 193 199 195

M. Sc. (Agri.)

Above 85 % - - - - - -

75 to 85 % - - - - - -

60 to 75 % - - 13 39 36 40

55 to 60 % - - 2 4 6 3

Total - - 15 43 42 43

6.2 Profile of Students Body Including their Domicile Status

Table 6.2: Profile of students according to their domicile status

Degree Course 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13

B.Sc. (Agri.)

Within State 181 179 167 176 178 174

Outside State 17 18 14 17 21 21

M.Sc (Agri.)

Within State - - 12 38 36 36

Outside state - - 3 5 6 7

Note: State: ICAR quota is 70:30 percent for UG and PG programmes.


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6.3 Programme wise Students Intake, Attrition And Retention

i) B.Sc.(Agri.) Programme:

Year No. of students

Intake Attrition Retention Pass out

2007-2008 198 21 16 161

2008-2009 197 06 03 186

2009-2010 181 09 07 165

2010-2011 197 29 16 *

2011-2012 199 16 6 *

2012-2013 195 09 - *

* Indicates the batch is in continuation

ii) M.Sc.(Agri.)

M.Sc. (Agri) programme is implemented in 8 disciplines. The intake capacity is

6 students for each discipline. The aggregate intake capacity in the college is 48 +

ICAR quota.

Year No. of students admitted in College

Intake Attrition Retention Pass out

2007-2008 - - - -

2008-2009 - - - -

2009-2010 15 6 - 9

2010-2011 43 10 33

2011-2012 42 6 *

2012-2013 43 3 *

* Indicates the batch is in continuation at present

6.4 Students Counseling and Placement

As per ICAR norms the counsellor are appointed from the academic staff of

college, who works as a local guardian to solve the difficulties and problems of students

(ward) and to monitor their overall academic. Twenty students are allotted to each

teacher at the beginning of during their first semester registration and continued till

student complete his degree.

The bio-data of last year students of this college are collected and used for


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conducting campus interviews. various banks, firms and companies visited this college

for selecting the students for jobs. Students are selected on various posts like Agriculture

Officers, Finance Officers, Agriculture Trainee, Sales Officers, Meeting Officers etc.

6.5 Co-curricular Activities

Various cultural and sports activities are organized regularly by the Student

Welfare Office and Student Council of this college. The students are encouraged and

guided for various extra-curricular activities like sports events, singing, act and play,

music, debating, playing of instrument, etc. for the overall development of the students.

Special guest lecturers of experts from different fields like social, sports, economics,

agricultural sciences, etc. are arranged on various subjects to the U.G. and P.G. students

to encourage their confidence to develop their future.

6.6 Follow-up Services for Alumni

The association of alumni is established at this his college for the mutual benefits.

The association itself arranges their own programmes for farmers and students and the

academic staff participate in the activities.

6.7 Students Achievements in Academic, Co-curricular and other Fields

National Cadet Corps (NCC)

The college is attached to the 56 Maharashtra Battalion of N.C.C. The National

Cadet Corps platoon is functioning at this college since 1967. Every year 52 cadets

enrolled for the training and a camp organized during the vacation. The NCC imparts

various training like drill, map reading, personality development, etc. in order to make

the college youth as an active force for use in emergency. Students appear for ‘B’ and

‘C’ certificate examinations and get commission in Army. Since the last five years the

cadets have brought laurels to this college with cent percent result in ‘B’ and ‘C’

certificate examination.

A) NCC cadet’s achievements

Years Exam Cadets

appeared (No.)

Cadets passed

(No.)

Result (%)

2007-2008 C 20 20 100.00

B 32 32 100.00

2008-09 C 33 33 100.00


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Years Exam Cadets

appeared (No.)

Cadets passed

(No.)

Result (%)

B 17 17 100.00

2009-10 C 17 17 100.00

B 35 35 100.00

2010-11 C 37 37 100.00

B 14 14 100.00

2011-12 C 14 14 100.00

B 35 35 100.00

2012-13 C 29 27 93.10

B 18 18 100.00

B) Scholarship received by NCC cadets

Years Name Cadet Name of Scholarship Amount

(Rs.)

2007-08 Cadet Mujawar S. S. Sahara India Scholarship 12,000/-

2008-09 Cadet Vijay Patil Chief Minister’s scholarship 5000/-

2009-10 Cadet Hans Raj Palsania Chief Minister’s scholarship 5000/-

Cadet Shivaji P.. Kolhe Chief Minister’s scholarship 5000/-

Cadet Sagar C. Gavasane Chief Minister’s scholarship 5000/-

2010-11 Cadet Sandip Sumbe Sahara Scholarship 12000/-

2011-12 Cadet Avinash Naik Sahara Scholarship

2012-13 -- -- --

Medal /awards/ trophies received By NCC cadets

Year Medal/Trophies

2007-08 --

2008-09 --

2009-10 --

2010-11 --

2011-12 Silver Medal in NIC, Camp, Guntur

1.Sgt. Santosh Gopalghare, 2. Cdt. Akshay Jadhav

2012-13 ---


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National Service Scheme (NSS)

The Department of Youth Affairs and Sports in the Ministry of Human Resources

Development, Government of India, sponsors the National Service Scheme Programme. The

National Service Scheme (NSS) was started at this college in 1976-77. The students of

second and third year enroll for NSS. The strength of NSS unit is however decided by the

University Advisory Committee for NSS, which is working under the Chairmanship of Hon.

Vice Chancellor.

NSS activities comprises of two heads viz., Regular NSS activities and NSS special

campaign programme. The various programmes such as blood donation, tree plantation,

prevention of AIDS, adult education etc. are organized as a special campaigns.

A) The awards received by NSS units for the period of last 6 years are listed below:

Year Name of the Award Recipients

2007-08 1. District level first Prize MEGS

2. Best NSS Unit Award



2008-09 State level 'Best Volunteer' prize Shri.Patil Kalgonda Raghunath

2009-10 State level 'Best Volunteer' prize Shri. Pawar Vinayak Ashok

2010-11 State level 'Best Volunteer' prize Shri. Shinde Nilesh Deoba

2011-12 State level 'Best Volunteer' prize Shri. More Vikrant Sahadev

2012-13 Best Volunteer prize,2013 by Janswathya

Dakhsata Samitee, Kolhapur

Shri. Padamkumar Patil

Best College for NSS Activity, 2013 by

Janswathya Dakhsata Samitee, Kolhapur


6.8 Student Amenities

1. Hostels

For boys students five hostel blocks are available, which accommodate four

hundred students. For girls students three hostel blocks are available in which three

hundred girl’s students are accommodated. All hostel block are provided with

facilities like drinking water, solar water heater etc.

2. Health Unit

College dispensary for boys and girls students is available in college campus.

The services of Medical officer are extended for 24 hrs at free of cost.

3. Mess

There two separate messes for the boys and one mess for girls are available in


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hostel campus.

4. Canteen

Canteen facility on contract basis at reasonable rates is available in college

campus. It remains open from 7A.M. to 10 P.M. for the exclusive benefit of the

students.

5. Insurance

Every student of the college is insured for his life through payment of minimum

premium per student every year.

6. Consumer store

A co-operative consumer store is available for the students inside the campus. The

stationery articles like practical manuals, writing sheets, pen, daily use material etc.

at sold on no loss no profit basis.

6.9 Student Council

The Students Council of this college is formed every academic year. The

Associate Dean, nominate the students representative having the highest CGPA/merit

and they served as representative for various committees. The students council consist of

the following committees :

1. Executive and Finance committee

2. Students representative committee

3. Subject committees comprising the following committees

a. Annual Prize Distribution Committee

b. Sports and Allied Activities

c. Hostel and Canteen Committee

d. Student's Consumers Co-operative stores

e. Library, Reading Room Activities and College Magazine

f. Debating, Elocution and Cultural Activities

g. Placement Cell Committee

6.10 Students' Participation in College Development

Following are the events of student participation

i) Students appear for JRF exam conducted by ICAR, New Delhi every year and get

admitted for their higher education at different institution all over India.


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ii) Every year students celebrate birth and death anniversary of Great leaders.

iii) Students also celebrate Ganesh - Festival and Shivjayanti and other programmer

to build unity among themselves.

iv) Students actively participate in various cultural activities, sports, debate and

elocution competitions and brings honor to this college.

v) Students of this college also participate in the national/state level competitive

examination like UPSC and MPSC.

vi) Two students of this college are selected for higher studies in IIM, Ahmedabad

6.11 Placement Cell

Brief account of recruitment of students through College placement Cell

Year JRF ARS IIM/

MANAGE

Study

abroad

UPSC MPSC Industries/

Banks

2007-08 45 - - - - - -

2008-09 17 - - - - - -

2009-10 24 - - - - 17 -

2010-11 22 7 2 - - 27 31

2011-12 20 - 1 - - 17 3

2012-13 12 - 2 - 1 36 7

Total 140 7 5 - 1 97 41

6.12 Higher Studies Abroad

Nil


i) Efforts must be made to motivate the students to appear in national and state

examinations.

ii) Boys and girls hostel facilities need improvement in better management. Also

facilities of reading room and internet connectivity are required in the hostels.


i) In order to encourage the students for appearing for JRF examination, the group

meetings were regularly held for conveying the importance and future scope after


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appearing for JRF examination. Due to this motivation, 140 students passed in

JRF examination. The lectures were organized for revising important topics and

solving the difficult questions by concerned staff of different sections. The study

material like books and model question papers were provided through college

library. As a result of these efforts, 12 have got admission though JRF

examination as on today, 2 students have got admission through examination

conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi for Biotechnology and

two students got admission at IIM Ahmedabad.

ii) Efforts have been made to provide better facilities at boys and girls hostel such as

TV set, newspaper, water cooler with aquagurads, solar water system, etc. .The

computers with internet connectivity have been made available in both boys and

girls hostels. The provision of Wi-Fi internet connectivity to the hostel students is

in progress.



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7. LIBRARY AND OTHER LEARNING RESOURCES

A library is a basic need of every educational and research institute. As the

college was initially affiliated to the Shivaji University, Kolhapur; textbooks pertaining

to literary, languages and social sciences were give propriety as per syllabus prescribed

for the various courses.

Nevertheless when the college became the constituent college of Mahatma Phule

Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri, sufficient funds were provide and afterwards various

dictionaries, encyclopaedias, cyclopaedia’s, subject wise references etc. were procured

from time to time, to enrich the library collection and easy accession of various

references for teaching and research purposes.

Currently library is laden with the variety of books meet the requirements of

undergraduate and post graduate, teaching staff and research scientists of the college.

Exuberant books related to competitive examinations of central and state

government, banks, ICAR, IARI and agricultural universities etc. are purchased. These

books are helping the students for achieving success in various competitive

examinations. This is evident from exponential increase in the number of students

passing the ICAR’s JRF examination.

To acquaint with advanced knowledge and technology sufficient number of

technical journals and for general knowledge and awareness and daily events in various

fields; well-known general magazines and newspapers are made available in the library.

Now a day, the use of internet is increased by library users to meet such demand.

NET connection of ‘BSNL Broadband 10 Mbps was be made available with ‘firewall’

antivirus software. Recently CCTV cameras were installed in the Library as a security

measures.

7.1 Library Space with List of Holdings

From the beginning the library was housed in the administrative building till the

year 1999. Now it is shifted in newly constructed spacious, attractive building to meet

the space requirement in library an additional area of 5500 sq ft. was constructed in the

year 2008-2009 with sufficient wooden furniture in the reading room and office. Iron

store wells, bookcases and other items are also purchased from time to time to meet

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Due to technological explosion in electronic and multimedia equipments, the

items like computers with accessories, CD-ROMs of research, journals and Internet etc.

are provided by ICAR. Sufficient funds under NARP for computers, software’s

accessories, accessories, CD-ROMs of research, journals, online e-journals (CeRA),

online ETAD (e-thesis abstracts database), ISO food products database is made available

through LAN for girls and boys in internet cell. Sufficient fund sunder NATP for

computers, software’s accessories, CD-ROMs for the library were allotted.

All these equipments are exclusively used for educational purpose. Xerox

machine is available in the library for photocopies of technical and informative

documents.

Table 7.1 : Total library collection as an 31.03.13.

1. No of Books 36604

2. No of Books in Book Bank 5910

3. No of Journal 19

4. No of Magazines 21

5. No of E books 64

6. No of Non Book materials 93

7. No of Back volume of Journals 4754

Table 7.2: Number of documents added during last five years

Sr.

No.

Year Books Book Bank

Books

Journals Magazines News

Papers

1. 2007-08 219 Nil 43 20 10

2. 2008-09 610 59 51 21 10

3. 2009-10 535 520 1054

(CeRA)

23 10

4. 2010-11 480 455 1060

(CeRA)

21 10

5. 2012-12 736 Nil 1062

(CeRA)

22 10

6. 2012-13 1719 Nil 1070

(CeRA)

19 10

Library staff

In order to cater the needs of the students / faculty the following staffs are

provided for library management.



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Table 7.3 Library staff position

Sr.

No.

Post Post

sanctioned

Post Filled in Vacant Post

1 Librarian 1 1 -

2 Chief Cataloguer 2 - 2

3 Issue Assistant 2 2 0

4 Library Attendant 2 - 2

5 Peons 2 1 1

Total 9 4 5

7.2 Photocopying Facilities:

Photocopying facilities are made available to the students at the affordable cost

1. Xerox machine ( RICOH)

7.3 Availability of Computers and Access to Internet Services

The computer facilities consisting of Local Area Network (LAN) with 30 nodes

are available at the central library for the use of UG-PG student and faculty members,

10mbps VPN (BSNL) internet lines are sanctioned for College of Agriculture Kolhapur

Library. Established digital knowledge centre with 30 computers and all necessary

infrastructures includes CCTV security system, server, printers, UPS, scanners, along

with internet connectivity. Email and internet service are made available to the students

and faculty.

7.4 Library borrowing

More or less 1000 student and 250 staff members are the users of the library

books are borrowed by the readers for home reading & also books are consulted by the

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7.5 Audio-visual and multi-media support

Seventy eight VCDs pertaining to various fields of agriculture are made available

in the library for viewing to students.

7.6 Library timing and usages

Regular : 1. Monday to Saturday : 9.00 am to 11.00 pm

2. Sundays and Holidays : Closed

Examination period 1. Monday to Saturday : 7.00 am to 12.00 pm

2. Sunday & Holiday : 9.00 am to 12.00 pm

Readers (Average) 1.Visitors daily : 200 to 350 Nos. Staff & students.

2. Issue of Books daily : 80 to 100 Nos. Staff & students

7.7 Other learning resources

General natures of CD Rom, on agriculture and allied subject have been

purchased for use of the students and academic staff of this college.

7.8 Unique Instructional Material

Under ICAR grants, CD-ROM databases (Databank) are purchased and some of

the CD-ROM databases are downloaded from MPKV University library and made

available to the PG students and faculty members, which provided unique opportunity to

retrieve references on their subject interest.

7.9 Adoption of ICAR Norms for the Library

ICAR norms for library are adopted


i) The library including computer facility need to be strengthened with appointment

of librarian.



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ii) There is need for strengthening modernization facilities including e-consortium

facilities in libraries at off-campus colleges.

iii) The books and journals available in the college are inadequate to meet the

requirements of teaching and research. This needs to be strengthened.

7.11 Fulfillment of the observation of Peer Review Team-2008

i) The post of College Librarian has been filled in during the year 2009-10. The

computer facility alongwith 10 mbps VPN connectivity from BSNL is provided

with 24 computers for boys and 7 computers for girls.

ii) The library has purchased adequate number of book as per 4th

Dean Committee

recommendation to meet the requirement of teaching and research.

iii) The proposal for installation of Video conferencing unit and wifi facilities in

library and hostels is in progress.

iv) The library has purchased adequate number of books as per 4th

Dean Committee

recommendation to meet the requirement of Teaching and Research.


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8. PHYSICAL FACILITIES

The College of Agriculture, Kolhapur one among the pioneer agricultural

institutes was established in the located on old Pune-Bangalore Highway. The College is

having well-trained and qualified faculty members and other physical facilities which

encourages the students to concentrate on their education and career advancement.

8.1 Institutional Area and Farmland (hectare)

Sr.

No.

Particulars Main

Campus

Shenda Park

Campus

1. Total land 87.98 155.53

2. Land in Possession 85.55 45.83

3. Irrigated Land 43.16 0.00

4. Rainfed 0.00 45.83

(grass land)

5. Land Under Buildings/ Roads/ Play Ground/

Hillocks / Quarries / Phule Bandara

42.39 0.00

6. Land acquired by NH and State high ways 2.43 0.00

7. Land acquired by MSEB / Ring Road/ Isolation

Hosp. etc

0.00 6.32

8. Land transferred to NARP 0.00 103.38

8.2 Buildings and Infrastructures

Facility Area ( sq. m.)

Academic buildings 1015.00

Students’ hostels 3235.80

Housing for staff 2927.00

Playgrounds 21000.00

Administrative building 1015.00

Open spaces 80000.00

Gardens and farms 30000.00

Cattle sheds 1241.51

Library 1011.28

Irrigation infrastructure (pump house) 41.00

Boys hostel (PG) under construction 634.89

Girls hostel (PG) under construction 414.15


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Sr.

No

Particulars No. of

unit

Plinth Area

(sq.m)

Capacity if

Applicable

Adequate

(Yes/No)

1 2 3 4 5 6

1 Administrative offices 1 795.00 -- Yes

2 Classrooms 7 -- -- No

3 Laboratory 8682.99 -- Yes

4 Library 1 1335.00 -- Yes

5 Housing for faculty -- 2927.00 -- Yes

6 Boys' hostel 2 3235.80 No

7 Girls' hostel 1 12566.86 No

8 Sports complex 1 418.05 No

9 Guest house 1 37.43 No

10 Canteen 1 135.00 No

8.3 Classrooms and Laboratories

Seven well-equipped classrooms are available with this college. These are

provided with audio-visual aids for effective teaching. Different sections of this college

also have well-equipped laboratories, separate instrument cell and computer laboratory

with 32 computers for conducting practical classes of the students. Since the laboratories

are equipped with most of the instruments, it also enables staff of this college to carry out

research.


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Sr.

No.

Section No. of laboratories available for UG

& PG

1 Agronomy 2 Laboratories, 3 Practical halls

2 Agril. Botany 3 Laboratories

3 Agril. Chemistry and Soil Science 2 Laboratories

1 Central Instrumentation Cell

4 Agril. Economics 2 Practical halls

5 Agril. Engineering 2 Laboratories, 1 Computer lab.,

1 Field Laboratory, 1 Practical halls

6 Animal Science and Dairy Science 3 Laboratories

7 Agril. Entomology 2 Laboratories, 1 Museum

8 Agril. Extension Education 1 Audio-visual hall, 1 Practical Hall,

1 Video Conferencing Hall

9 Plant Pathology 2 Laboratories

10 Horticulture 2 Laboratories

8.4 Students’ Hostel for boys and girls

Residential facilities for boys and girls is available for UG students of this

college. At present for PG students the residential facility is made available by

converting the residential quarters into boys’ hostel for time beings. However

constructions for PG hostels for boys and girls are in progress. But with the increasing

number of girls students joining agricultural programme and inadequate hostel facilities

for boys, the present hostel facilities are insufficient to accommodate them all. Therefore,

it is necessary to construct a new UG hostels with seating capacity for 150 girls and 200

boys.

The available accommodation facilities are comfortable and provided with all the

basic and modern supporting facilities like solar water heaters, water coolers aqua

guards, solar lamps, generators etc.


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a) Boys’ hostel (UG) Rooms 116, Accommodation: 325 Students

b) Girls’ hostel (UG) Rooms 48, Accommodation: 192 Students

c) Boys’ hostel (PG) under construction

i) No. of rooms 16 Nos.

ii) Accommodation 48 Students

d) Girls’ hostel (PG) under construction

i) No. of rooms 10 Nos.

ii) Accommodation 30 Students

8.5 Instructional farms 20 ha.

8.6 Greenhouse, Glasshouse and Polyhouse

As a step to introduce a commercial approach in Agriculture, a demonstration

cum research green house/poly house unit has been erected on the college campus

alongwith farm power machineries and irrigation infrastructure facilities. The college has

four greenhouses, one glasshouse and three shednets.


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8.7 Farm Power, Machineries and Irrigation Infrastructures

The college have farm power, machineries viz., five tractors, three Garden

tractor three power tillers, three power thresher, eight ploughs, four cultivators, 2 chaff

cutters, one leveler, one rotavator , three ridgers, two seed drills, one post hole digger

and one leaf shreder for day to day work and teaching purpose.

Irrigation infrastructures of the college is as below

Total cultivable land 43.16 ha.

a) Irrigated land 43.16 ha

b) Lift irrigation on ‘Panchganga’ river 23.16 ha.

and Rajaram Tank

c) No. of wells 07 Nos.

d) Area under well irrigation 20.00 ha.

8.8 Facilities for Sports, Games and Cultural Activities

The college has one play ground and one well equipped Gymnasium building.

The ground have been developed for the outdoor games viz., cricket, kho-kho, kabbadi,

volleyball, basketball etc. In addition to this indoor games like table tennis, badminton

are also played in the gymnasium building.

Library : An independent Library Building with sufficient space and amenities is

available for the students and staff members for their day to day study.

Students’ Co-operative Store : Co-operative store is established for making

available different daily needed items to the students at a reasonable price. It is

run by Agricultural Economics Section.

Co-operative society: College is having two co-operative credit societies to

provide timely credits at reasonable rate of interest to the members.

NCC facility : The college NCC unit is attached to 56 Mah. BN NCC, Kolhapur.

Every year 52 students (Boys) enroll for NCC. There are sufficient infrastructure

facilities for NCC activities in the college.

NSS Activities : As a step to introduce the concept of responsibility, discipline

and self sufficiency, the College organizes the NSS activities. Students

voluntarily registers and participate in the trainings, camps organized from time

to time. About 250 students (Boys’ and Girls’) enroll every year.

JRF Cell : The cell guides and assists the UG students for the JRF examinations

conducted at national level.


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Placement Cell : The students are motivated through this cell for the jobs like,

Agricultural Officer, Finance Officer, Agricultural Trainees, Marketing

Executives, Marketing Officers, etc.

Other Important facilities

Computers laboratory with LAN and Internet facility 1

Instrument cell 1

Seed processing plant 1

Student bus (Mini bus) 2

Bio control laboratory 2

Sericulture laboratory 1

Mushroom production laboratory 1

Micro irrigation field laboratory 1

Students co-operative consumer store 1

Implement shed 1

Soil and water conservation field lab. 1

Video conferencing hall 1

8.9 Adoption of ICAR norms and deviations if any

There is no deviation in adopting ICAR norms.

8.10 Observations of Peer Review team- 2008

1. The library including computer facility need to be strengthened

2. There is need for an examination hall and auditorium in the College

8.11 Fulfillment of Observations of Peer Review Team- 2008

1. The library including computer facility is strengthened . At present 30

computers are installed in the college library with 10 mbps VPN connectivity

from BSNL for the UG and PG Students.

2. At present the existing Assembly hall in the Administrative building has been

expanded to cater the need of Examination hall and Auditorium to some

extent. However, there is need to have separate Examination and auditorium

for which proposal of strengthening and renovation of college is submitted to

the ICAR, New Delhi.

3. The proposal for guest/visitors’ room and gymkhana in the girls’ hostel has


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9. FINANCIAL RESOURCES

The Financial support from ICAR and state government and other sources is

indicated in this chapter. The allocation of the funds and internal sources are also given.

9.1 Total Budget (Plan, Non-Plan) and Sources of Funding Including

Internal Resources with their Percentage Contribution (last 6

years)

Table 9.1 : Total Budget (Plan, Non-Plan) and Sources of Funding Including Internal

Resources with their Percentage Contribution (last 6 years)

(Rs. In lakh )

Sr.

No.

Source of funding 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13

1. Non-plan (State) 547.13

(87.39)

653.91

(74.83)

837.49

(79.00)

960.22

(89.17)

1062.44

(88.60)

1205.87

(91.62)

2. ICAR

a) SAU 41.39

(6.61)

20.50

(2.35)

18.70

(1.76)

23.16

(2.15)

28.70

(2.39)

27.35

(2.08)

b) Modernization of

Agril. University Farm.

- 15.00

(1.72)

17.88

(1.69)

1.90

(0.18)

- -

c) Strengthening of

Library

- - - 5.00

(0.46)

39.00

(3.25)

35.00

(2.66)

3. Internal Resources

a) University Revenue

Receipts for Contingency 30.00

(4.79)

20.00

(2.29)

35.00

(3.30)

34.00

(3.16)

45.00

(3.75)

40.00

(3.04)

b) for CAP Centre - - - 6.87

(0.64)

- -

4. Others (specify)

a) Institute of

Excellence (100 Cr.)

- 156.29

(17.88)

144.35

(13.62)

37.00

(3.44)

16.10

(1.34)

-

b) RAWE 7.00

(1.12)

7.49

(0.86)

5.93

(0.56)

7.50

(0.70)

6.71

(0.56)

7.20

(0.55)

c) NSS 0.57

(0.09)

0.71

(0.08)

0.71

(0.07)

1.21

(0.11)

1.13

(0.09)

0.79

(0.06)

Total 626.09

(100.00)

873.90

(100.00)

1060.06

(100.00)

1076.86

(100.00)

1199.08

(100.00)

1316.21

(100.00)

(Figures in parentheses are the percentages to the respective totals)

State Government is the major financial support agency to the college. The

financial support of ICAR, New Delhi to the college is decline over the period. The

decline from 6.59 per cent (2007-08) to 2.79 per cent (2010-11), expecting 2 years

(2011-12 & 2012-13) of the total budget outlay allocated to the college.


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9.2 Expenditure statement indicating percentage spent on Teaching,

Research, Extension Education, Administration, Infrastructural

Development including creation of assists.

Table 9.2 : Expenditure statement indicating percentage spent on Teaching, Research,

Extension Education, Administration, Infrastructural Development

including creation of assists.

Sr.

No.

Particulars 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13

1. Administration,

Teaching and Research

508.46

(95.01)

560.73

(94.56)

697.62

(93.48)

1335.84

(95.67)

1016.29

(94.35)

1125.63

(94.60)

2. Extension Education 26.69

(4.99)

32.25

(5.44)

48.67

(6.52)

60.47

(4.33)

60.84

(5.65)

64.25

(5.40)

3. Infrastructural

Development

All Works (Civil / Electrical / Other) of Agriculture College,

Kolhapur is carried out by U.E. at their level

Total 535.15

(100.00)

592.98

(100.00)

746.29

(100.00)

1396.31

(100.00)

1077.13

(100.00)

1189.88

(100.00)


The major expenditure i.e. 94 to 95 per cent is on administration, teaching and

research activities. Expenditure on extension activity is hardly 4 to 6 per cent. The funds

on infrastructural development are at the disposal of University Engineer hence, it is not

shown in this table to avoid the duplication. The total expenditure rose from Rs. 535.15

Lakhs in 2007-08 to Rs. 1189.88 Lakh in 2012-13. The increment in the expenditure is

more than the 100 per cent than the base year (2007-08.)

Growth in expenditure

535.15 592.98746.29

1396.31

1077.131189.88

0

500

1000

1500

2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13

Year

Rs.

lakh

Expenditure (Lakh)


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9.3 Expenditure on Salary, TA/DA, Recurring and Non-Recurring

Contingencies (with their Major Heads)

Table 9.3 Expenditure on Salary, TA/DA, Recurring and Non-Recurring

Contingencies (with their Major Heads)

(Rs. In lakhs)

Sr.

No. Particulars 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13

1 Salary 454.11 513.85 654.80 1303.97 975.37 1085.78

2 Wages 15.73 14.19 19.71 29.50 35.49 38.15

3 Travel Expenses 11.44 6.76 7.97 8.50 8.03 7.23

4 Office Expenses 28.14 34.03 40.95 31.92 36.89 37.72

5 P.O.L. 0.00 3.09 3.85 4.77 4.40 3.86

6 Professional & Special

Services 0.46 0.81 0.60 0.13 0.25 0.25

7 RRT 2.88 5.05 3.90 3.94 5.43 6.06

8 Publications 0.00 0.00 0.05 0.00 0.00 0.00

9 Advertisement, Sales

& Publication 0.05 0.01 0.00 0.10 0.00 0.00

10 Scholarship & Stipend 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

11 Hospitality Exp. 0.18 0.30 0.18 0.53 0.56 0.36

12 Machinery 2.30 0.00 0.00 0.01 0.02 0.01

13 Motor Vehicles 4.99 2.47 1.63 0.66 0.73 1.34

14 Maintenance 0.14 1.04 0.15 0.52 0.37 0.00

15 Materials & Supplies 14.40 11.20 12.43 11.53 9.39 9.12

16 Livestock 0.12 0.06 0.00 0.06 0.08 0.00

17 Bank Comm., Reg.

Fee etc. 0.21 0.11 0.07 0.19 0.11 0.00

Total 535.15 592.97 746.29 1396.33 1077.12 1189.88



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9.4 Non-Governmental Endowment and Large Contribution

Including Corpus Fund

Table 9.4 : Non-Governmental Endowment and Large Contribution Including Corpus

Fund

(Rs. In lakh)

Sr.

No.

Particulars 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13

1 College Farm /

Dairy

12.41 15.00 14.56 24.98 30.08 32.90

2 Student Fees 37.77 50.10 41.45 52.84 66.14 72.12

3 Consultancy - - - - - -

4 Hiring out College

Facilities

- - - - - -

5 Funds Raised by

Alumni Groups

- - - - - -

6 Others (specify) 4.97 10.02 9.70 7.74 12.67 10.28

Total 55.15 75.12 65.71 85.56 108.89 115.30

9.5 Fund Raising Campaigns and Targets for current and subsequent

five year plans (Fig. in Lakhs)

Year Target Achievement Target for next 5 years

Year Target

2007-08 50.00 55.15 2013-14 110

2008-09 60.00 75.12 2014-15 115

2009-10 65.00 65.71 2015-16 120

2010-11 75.00 85.56 2016-17 125

2011-12 90.00 108.89 2017-18 130

2012-13 100.00 115.30 2018-19 135


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Table 9.5.1 : Receipts Generation during last five years (Rs. In lakh)

Sr.

No.

Particulars 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13

1. Agronomy Farm 6.12 7.01 9.80 13.80 19.16 22.70

2. Dairy Farm 9.59 4.85 7.79 8.85 8.20 7.94

3. Horticulture Farm 3.55 4.72 2.63 4.88 6.09 3.52

4. Biofertilizer

Production Unit

1.20 3.40 4.18 3.00 3.66 3.58

Total 20.46 19.98 24.4 30.53 37.11 37.74

Table 9.5.2 : Receipt generated through Product Testing Trails (PTT) (Rs. In lakh)

Sr.

No.

Particulars 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10

R E B R E B R E B

1 Agril. Entomology 2.39 1.20 1.19 1.19 0.02 1.17 4.97 1.44 3.53

2 Other Schemes -Nil-

Sr.

No.

Particulars 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13

R E B R E B R E B

1. Agril. Entomology 10.87 4.42 6.45 15.65 2.04 13.61 19.72 0.40 19.32

2. Horticulture - - - 1.10 0.52 0.58 0.58 0.23 0.35

3. Pl. Pathology - - - 1.95 0.21 1.74 2.51 0.83 1.68

4. RKVY (REC) - - - 11.45 7.51 3.94 20.51 19.18 1.33

5. RKVY (Agril.Ento) - - - 5.00 5.00 -- 5.00 5.00 --

6. ATMA (Agril.Ento) - - - - - - 5.00 - 5.00

(R-Grants received, E- Expenditure and B- Balance)

Fund raising campaign and targets

1. Strengthening of biocontrol unit, large scale production of Trichoderma,

biofertilizers, biopesticides and production of mushroom spawn.

2. Strengthening of soil, manure, fertilizer and water testing units.

3. Establishing a biotechnology unit for large-scale production of tissue cultural

plants.

4. Fruit tree plantation programme.

5. Nursery for seedling production and other planting materials for all types of


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horticultural crops on large scale.

6. Implementation of seed production programme and cultivation of high value

crops.

7. Establishing buffalo raring unit for production of milk and milk products.

8. Submission of Ad-hoc research projects.

9. Training and consultancy services.

10. Product testing.


i) Efforts are required to enhance internal income from various income sources.


The product testing, variety testing etc programmes are undertaken by the faculty

through which the funds are generated. The college is also encouraging to submit

funding proposals for research, technology and training programmes.


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10. RESEARCH

10.1 Research stations and locations

Some basic research is carried out at each sectional level by teaching staff

members of the ten divisions and also through post graduate students in eight sections.

The research centers viz., National Agricultural Research Project (NARP); Regional

Sugarcane and Jaggary Research Station (RS and JRS), Kolhapur; Central Sugarcane

Research Station (CSRS), Padegaon; Agricultural Research Station (ARS), Karad, ARS,

Digraj, ARS, Radhanagari, ARS, Gadhinglaj and Regional Wheat Rust Research Station

(RWRRS), Mahabaleshwar are the important research stations engaged in need-based

agricultural research of the region.

Location : College of Agriculture, Kolhapur

10.2 Process of identifying the research problems and their

priorities

The feedbacks on various problems of different crops are collected through State

Agriculture Department as well as by organizing the field visits, farmers‟ rallies, group

discussions. These feedbacks are discussed in Monthly District Workshops (MDW).

Scientists as well as the extension agencies are involved in MDW and they finalize the

research programme accordingly, which is based on important feedbacks received from

farmers. Some research projects are assigned in the Research Review Committee

meetings of the respective disciplines, which is held regularly for every year.

10.3 Funding source

1) Central Govt. through ICAR, DBT, DST etc.

2) State Govt. of Maharashtra

3) Others - ATMA and RKVY

10.4 Faculty and students’ involvement in research

The teaching staff of various sections are carrying out research as per the

finalization of topics in Research Planning Committee of the University. The post

graduate research is carried out by the students as per the approval of Board of Studies of


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the respective departments, which are based on region specific problems.

10.5 Linkage between farmers and scientists

Farmers rallies, group discussion and field visits are arranged during the

respective cropping season and experts discuss the problems with the farmers and guide

them accordingly. Farmers are also visiting the college and different sections and discuss

their specific difficulty with the expert in the different sections. Regional Extension

Centre functioning in the campus organizes different training programmes on the various

aspects for the farmers during the respective cropping season. The team of experts from

the Regional Extension Center of this college visits the farmers field in the cropping

season and assess problems, difficulties of the farmers and on discussion with the experts

suggests remedies to the particular problem.

The College Development Block operating in 65 villages, in which the extension

staff of the college transfers and demonstrates the new evolved technologies to the

farmers.

10.6 Feedback processes and suitability of the technology

Feedbacks on various problems of different crops are collected through State

Agriculture Department during ZREAC meetings from NGO‟s and through REC.

Research on the some serious problems is finalized in the research forum of the

university

The research on the new technologies is transferred on the farmers' field to verify

its suitability.

10.7 Salient Accomplishment

10.7.1 Agricultural Botany

1. Soybean :

The soybean variety KS-103 developed by Dr. S.R. Shinde is identified by the

Director, Soybean, Indore in the Annual group Meeting scheduled from 1-3 May, 2013

at Jorhat (Assam) . The new variety is recommended for South Zone comprising

Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The yield potential of KS-

103 is 30qtls/ha. with tolerance to leaf rust of soybean.


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2. Rice Trials :

Multi-location rice trials are conducted under Maharashtra State Co-ordinated

rice improvement programme at Agricultural Botany division from Kharif 2010. The

trials of the year 2011 revealed that the genotype RTN-10-1-1-1 from early coarse

grain types, genotype RTN 9-3-2 from mid late coarse group were produced higher yield

than their respective checks KJT-3 and KJT-5. Whereas, genotype RTN – 4-1-2-1-1

ranked first in AVT (Mid late) and in advance varietal trial (Early) the state check variety

KJT – 5 produced the highest yield over all the entries under testing

The 301 Medicinal and Aromatic plant species were collected from various

places of Kolhapur, Nanudarbar, Sindhudurg and Thane districts. The collected species

were multiplied and planting material was supplied to the needy farmers under adhoc

research project, „Exploration and Inventorization of medicinal plants from Western

Ghats of Kolhapur region‟.

The production technology of different medicinal species viz., Ashwagandha, Safed

Musali, Sarpagandha had been studied under adhoc research project „Development of

production technology and supply of nursery plants of selected medicinal and aromatic

plant species for Kolhapur region‟. The above two adhoc research projects were

implemented at Agril. Botany section from April 2006 to 31st March, 2009.

10.7.2 Agricultural Economics

2007-08: A Critical Analysis of Agril. Development of Kolhapur District

Findings: The share of area sown more than once increased from 12.0 to 50.7 per cent

and the share of gross cropped area was increased from 68.8 to 105.9 per cent, The

cropping intensity was increased continuously during period under study. The cropping

pattern of Kolhapur district was dominated by area under total foodgrains. The

sugarcane, paddy and soybean contributed significantly to the GCA. The compound


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growth rates in area and production of groundnut increased significantly during the

period.

2008-09: Economic Performance of Kolhapur District Central Co operative Bank Ltd.

(KDCC), Kolhapur : A case study.

Findings: The number of branches of KDCC Bank was increased significantly, the total

share capital of KDCC Bank registered highly significant growth. The recovery per cent

of KDCC Bank was 73 per cent during the entire period under study. The proportion of

total cost of management to total working capital of KDCC Bank was 1.86 per cent

during the entire period. The total profits of the KDCC Bank has increased from Rs. 307

lakhs in 1992-93 to Rs. 555 lakhs in the terminal year.

2009-10: Economic Performance of Sangli District Central Co operative Bank

Ltd.(SDCC), Sangli : A case study

Findings: The total share capital of SDCC Bank registered highly significant growth of

12.40 per cent per annum during the entire study period. The total reserve funds showed

a significant growth of 17.56 per cent per annum during the entire period mainly because

of a continuous flow of credit. The recovery per cent of SDCC Bank was 82 per cent

during the entire period.

2010-11: Economic Performance of Satara District Central Co operative Bank Ltd.

(SDCC), Satara : A case study.

Findings: The number of branches of Satara DCC Bank was increased significantly. The

total reserve funds showed a significant growth of 19.71 per cent per annum during the

entire period mainly because of a continuous flow of credit. The proportion of total cost

of management to total working capital of Satara DCC Bank was 2.22 per cent during

the entire period.

2011-12: Price analysis of selected cereals in Agril. Produce Market Committee

(APMC), Kolhapur

Findings: The significant increase in arrivals of paddy whereas significant decrease in

arrivals of jowar was noticed in APMC, Kolhapur during the period 2001-02 to 2010-11.

The prices of paddy, jowar and wheat increased significantly during the period under

study. An inverse relationship between arrivals and prices was noticed for jowar and

wheat which indicated that increase in arrivals lowered the prices of these commodities.

The positive relationship was observed in arrivals and prices of paddy in APMC,

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Findings:

10.7.3 Agril. Entomology

Dr. P. B. Mohite, Associate Professor of Agril. Entomology reported a new

species of white grub, Phyllognatgus dionysius first time in Western Maharashtra

infesting sugarcane and soybean. The work on identification of different species of white

grub in Western Maharashtra is in progress.

Recently, in collaboration with National Bureau of Agril. Important Insects

(NBAII) Bangalore, utilization of Entomopathogenic Nematode for management of

Leucopholis and Holotricha serrata the work on field demonstration was undertaken.

Phyllognatgus dionysius

Under RKVY project 2 tonnes of Metarhizium was produced and field

demonstration was under taken at Shirole (D) and Koparde in whole village. The large

scale production of Metarhizium is in progress. Uptil now 15 papers were published in

the research journals. Dr. N. G. Patil attended International conference at Trinidad (WI).

The information regarding Integrated Pest Management of important crops like

groundnut, sunflower, sorghum and fruit crops and vegetables were disseminated

through farmers melawa, training, monthly district workshops, farm schools and local

news papers. Uptil now 50 talks on ETV Annadata Programmes were given for farmers

information. Similarly, 4 research articles and 25 popular articles were published.

10.7.4 Agricultural Extension Education:

Recommendations

2007-08:

For improvement of salt affected soil, the extension agency should give special

emphasis on increasing the adoption of green mannuring crops viz; Shevari and


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Dhaincha”.

2008-09:

It is recommended to recognize the Jaggary producing units as Small Scale

Industry for the benefits like continuous electricity supply and provision of credit from

formal financial institutions”.

2009-10:

In order to provide technical knowledge to the drip users regarding use of proper

method of de-clogging of emitters, it is recommended to provide suitable training to

drip users.

2010-11:

The Rural Youths are engaged in Agriculture and allied enterprises like dairy

but they are not having enough knowledge and skill therefore it is recommended to

impart in depth training to rural youths for developing Agricultural Entrepreneurship by

the State Department of Agriculture in collaboration with Agricultural University.

2011-12:

1. In spite of having good knowledge of fodder management there is low adoption

therefore recommended to motivate the goat keepers by organizing

demonstrations and exposure visits.

2. Simplified document procedure of National Horticulture Mission (NHM)

proposals, timely and adequate availability of quality grafts/ planting material

with training on orchard management to beneficiaries for harnessing the

production potential of NHM is recommended.

10.7.6. Animal Science and Dairy Science

2008-09 :

Production System of Milk from Pandharpuri Buffaloes on Dudh Kattas in

Kolhapur City.

It is the historical tradition of Kolhapur city to sale the fresh raw buffalo milk on

dudh kattas. These kattas are mostly in old city particularly near to Talim (Wrestling

schools), where most of the youth drink the fresh raw milk after exercise. With this some

elders and childrens also enjoy the real taste of milk in the morning (from 6:00 AM to

9:00 AM) and during night (from 8:00 PM to 1:30 AM). An investigation was made to

know the production system of milk on dudh kattas, profile of the milk producers,

practices followed towards clean milk production, and quality of this milk in terms of

microbial and chemical quality. The information was collected by personal interviews


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and observations made on kattas. To know the quality, samples of fresh raw milk were

collected immediately after milking for quality analysis from five dudh kattas. Result of

these investigations indicate that majority of the milk producers were educated up to

secondary education and possessed 3 to 5 buffaloes producing 4 to 6 litres of milk. All of

them reared a Pandharpuri breed of buffaloes which gives an amazing response to such

unique system of delivering milk as and when the customer is available. Regular

washing, shaving, grooming, cleaning of udder and teats were some of the practices

followed by all the producers to their buffaloes towards the clean milk production.

However, use of ash for cleaning the utensils and use of Knuckling method of milking

were the undesirable practices followed by the respondents. The microbial quality in

terms of SPC varied from 1200 to 4100 x 102 cfu per ml whereas; the average coliform

count was 20x101 cfu per ml of milk. The MBR time of samples varied from 5 hr. 25

min. to 6 hr. 35 min. The overall average fat and SNF contents were found to be 7.47 and

9.81 per cent, respectively.

2009-10:

Optimization of Ingredients for the Manufacture of Goat Milk Shake –

D.D. Patange and B.S. Jadhav

Goat milk is the probably well known for its nutritional and health benefits like

easy to digest, less allergic, improve immune system, antimicrobial properties, etc.

However, fatty acid composition of goat milk reveals the presence of higher

concentration of short and medium chain fatty acids, which are thought to be responsible

for the characteristics “goaty flavour” in goat milk. But the silver line is that

pasteurization helps in removing the defects, further it becomes more acceptable after

blending with suitable fruit pulp/juices called „milk shake‟. Attempt was made to

develop a acceptable quality goat milk shake by using sapota and mango pulp. Initially

pulp of sapota (var. Kalipatti) and mango (var. Kesar) were tried at 20 per cent level and

sugar at 15 per cent in manufacture of goat milk shake. Pre-soaked stabilizer at 0.2 per

cent concentration was also added in each lot. The milk shake blended with mango pulp

was found to be significantly (p< 0.05) superior over sapota when judged on „9‟ point

hedonic scale in terms of overall acceptability. Based on preliminary investigation,

mango pulp (18-22%) and sugar (13-17%) were optimized using Central Composite

Rotatable Design (CCRD) of Response Surface Methodology using Design Expert

Software. The statistical analysis revealed that response in terms of flavour and overall

acceptability in quadratic term were significantly (p < 0.05) influenced by use of pulp

and sugar. The R values of flavour and overall acceptability response were 0.9288 and

0.9139, respectively. The Response Surface analysis suggested only one optimized


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solution whose actual sensory score was compared with predicted counterparts. Based on

the above results, optimum formulation condition of 15.84 per cent sugar and 21.00 per

cent pulp are recommended for the formulation of highly acceptable and good quality of

goat milk shake.

2009-2012:

Study of reproductive performance of Osmanabadi goats at college dairy farm

A study was conducted to know the reproductive performance of Osmanabadi

goat flock maintained on the college dairy farm in the year 2009-12. The kidding

percentage was in the range of 129 to 136 where as twinning percentage of the flock was

in the range 26.56 to 36.1. Further, it is noticed that the twinning percentage was

gradually increased over the studied period. The sex ratio was in normal plain i.e. 1:1 in

studied period.

10.7.7 Horticulture

During last five years the research trials conducted by this section are:

2007-2008: Multi location trial on Bottle gourd and Chilli

2008-2009: Multi location trial on Bottle gourd and Chilli

2009-2010: Multi location trial on Brinjal, Chilli and Pea

2010-2011: Multi location trial on Brinjal, Chilli and Pea

2011-2012: Multi location trial on Chilli and

Product testing on Water melon and Brinjal

10.8 Impact statements

The faculty and PG research carried out at the College is useful to understand the

basic problems of the farmers. The need and location based research carried out at the

college and various research stations in the region has helped in getting the problems of

the farming community solved and to uplift their socio-economic status.


i) The impact of research undertaken needs to be assessed in quantitative and

economic terms.

ii) Efforts should be made in identifying the technologies developed which could be

patented.


i) The impact of various technologies / new varieties developed by the college /


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university is assessed by allotting research topic to the PG students of the Social

Science divisions as a part their PG research.


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Table 10.1 : List of students, area of research covered and significant findings

Year Name of students Research area covered Significant findings

Agril. Botany

2009-10 Mr. Bhoye H. S.

09/051

Heterosis and combining ability

studies in maize (Zea maize L.)

The study revealed that the following top five hybrids were found outstanding over

the best check Rajarshi for grain yield per plant viz., Hyd. 06R-2028-3 x Hyd 06R -

2021-2, Hyd. 06R-2028-3 x GPM-231A, GPM-328 X Hyd. 06R-2079-2, Hyd 06R -

2021-2 x Hyd 06R -2079-2 and GPM-507 X Hyd 06R -2035-4 and these can be

directly used as hybrids, after evaluating at different locations for stability.

Miss.Gadkari P. R.

09/052

Organogenesis in saccharum

officinarum L., Varity CoM – 0265

Study concluded that sugarcane cultivar CoM – 0265 has good regeneration ability

to form whole plant from callus tissue derived from meristematic scaly leaves as

explant. Overall three media used under study showed better responses for

micropropagation. Among them medium I showed better results followed by

medium II and medium III. Hardening of seedlings is an important step in tissue

culture studies. The good results were found on soil : FYM : sand (1 :1/2 :

1/2)

followed by soil : FYM : sand (1:1:1) hardening medium.

Mr. Katrajkar P. V.

09/053

Stability analysis in upland rice

(Oryza sativa L.)”

The study indicated that sowing dates E2 (30th May ) followed by E3 (15

th June) and

E1 (15thMay) were most favourable for expression of yield and yield contributing

traits. It is concluded that Ratna from early maturity group, Jaya and Phule radha

from mid-late group and Pusa basmati-1 and Bhogawati from late maturity group

were observed to be stable for yield and yield contributing characters

Mr. Rokade R. C.

09/054,

Genetic divergence and path analysis

in quality protein maize (Zea maize

L.)

On the basis of inter cluster distances, cluster means, per se performance observed

in the present study, genotypes QPM 80-01, QPM 76 -03, QPM 72-12, QPM 71-11

and QPM 73-09 were found to be superior genotypes for future improvement

programme

Miss. Chavan R. B.

010-055

Genetic diversity analysis in soybean

(Glycine max (L.) Merrill)

In the present investigation D2 values ranged from 27.14 to 361.76 and a total

twelve clusters were formed, with cluster I accommodating maximum 20 genotypes

followed by clusters II and IV with 5 genotypes and cluster VI with 2 genotypes.

However, the cluster III, V, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI and XII were monogenotypic

indicating wide divergence from other clusters. On the basis of inter cluster means,

per se performance observed in the present study, genotypes EC-457159, JS-79214,

EC-343307, EC-102612, and M-108 were found to be superior genotypes for further

improvement of yield


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2010-11 Miss. Desai S. V.

10 / 056

Genetic Diversity Studies In finger

Millet (Eleusine coracana Gaertn)

In the present investigation D2 values ranged from 17.21 to 3977.31 and total of

seven clusters were formed, with cluster II accommodating maximum 17 genotypes

followed by cluster I with 10 genotypes and cluster V with 7 genotypes. However,

the cluster IV and VII were monogenotypic indicating wide divergence from other

clusters. The character iron content was the maximum contributor towards

divergence (70.12) followed by plant height (11.71), days to physiological maturity

(7.07), days to 50% flowering (5.49). The protein content (0.00) was the lowest

contributor towards divergence. On the basis of inter cluster distances, cluster

means, per se performance observed in the present study, the five genotypes viz.,

IGPFM-11-30, IGPFM-11-38, IGPFM-11-04, IGPFM-11-05 and PES-400 were

found to be superior genotypes for further breeding programme

Mr. Patil S. S.

10/058

Heterosis And combining ability

studies in maize (Zea maize L.)

From this investigation, it is observed that the following top five hybrids were found

outstanding over the best check Rajarshi for Kernel yield per plant viz., Hyd. 08R-

1086 -1 x Hyd. 08R-2332-2, Hyd. 08R-1086-1 x N-8202-31, Hyd. 08R- 2332-2 x

Hyd. 08R- 70-1, Hyd. 08R- 753-1 x Hyd. 08R- 70-1 and Hyd. 08R-753-1 x Z 39-37

and those can be directly used as hybrids, after evaluating in multilocations for

stability.

Mr. Thote A. S.

10/059,

Line x Tester analysis in maize (Zea

mays L. )

Considering the per se performance, heterosis percentage and s.c.a effects, the

crosses which out yielded Rajarshi and Bio-9637 the standard checks and high

yielding parents could be considered for exploiting hybrid vigor were 679-1 x N-

8215-1, 673-2 x N-8215-4, Hyd. 08R-2630-2 x N-8215-1, 673-2 x N-8203-1, Hyd.

08R- 2630-2 x N-8203-1, 679-1 x N-8203-1. In addition to these crosses 2372-1 x N

-8215-4 and 679-1 x N-8213-48, 673-2 x N- 8215-1 showed better performances

over check Bio-9637


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Mr. Verulkar K. K.

10/060

Genetic diversity studies in proso

millet (Panicum miliaceum L.)

Substantial amount of genetic diversity was observed among 39 genotypes of proso

millet. D2 values ranged between 6.54 and 1555.54. All 39 genotypes were grouped

into 9 clusters. Cluster I was the largest among all clusters with 19 genotypes

followed by cluster II (7 genotypes), cluster III and IV (4 genotypes each) and

cluster V, VI, VII, VIII and IX contained 1 genotype each. The inter cluster distance

(D) was ranged between 10.90 (cluster VI and VIII) and 32.59 (cluster II and III).

The variances of cluster means indicated that grain yield per plant, 1000 grain

weight, productive tillers per plant and days to 50% flowering has contributed

towards the genetic divergence. The tentative hybridization programme involving

10 potent parents identified for hybridization are listed below.

1. PM-1, 2. PM-5, 3. PM-64, 4.PM-6-1, 5. PM-9, 6. IPPM-1 7, IPPM-5 8,

IPPM-8, 9. IPPM-9, 10. IPPM-10

2011-12 Mr. Kamlesh Kumar

11/063

Studies on character association and

genetic divergence in upland rice

(Oryza sativa L

Research work is in progress

Miss. Kharat R. N.

11/064

Genetic diversity Studies In Finger

Millet (Eleusine coracana Gaertn)


Miss. Pathan R. S.

11/065

Generation Mean Analysis In

Chickepea (Cicer arietinum L.)


Mr. Patil S. M. 11/066 Genetic diversity studies in maze

(zea maize L.)


Mr. Sawant S. P.

11/067

Genetic diversity studies in wheat

(Triticum aestivum L.)


Agril. Economics


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20010-11 Miss. Kolambkar R.A.

10/101

Economics of production and

marketing of marigold in Western

Maharashtra

The study concluded that the per hectare cost of cultivation of marigold was to the

tune of Rs. 2.02 lakh and per hectare output was Rs. 4.29 resulted into 2.12 output

input ratio. High cost of seedling, high commission charges and high transportation

cost were the major constraints faced by marigold in study area

Mr. Adake A.K

10/098


marketing of sweet corn in Western

Maharashtra


Mr. Jadhav M.L.

10/100

Assessment of availability,

requirement and repayment of crop

loan for selected vegetables in

Baramati tahsil of Pune district


Mr. Koli V.H.

10/102

Economic analysis of production and

marketing of raisins in Western

Maharashtra


2011-12 Mr. Kumbhar C.M.

10/103


marketing of ghansal variety of

paddy in Kolhapur district


Mr. Kalel K. N. 11/224


marketing of soybean in Western

Maharashtra


Mr. Kharat H. V.

11/225


marketing of selected vegetables in

Kolhapur region


Mr. Malkunje N. M.

11/226

Comparative economics of

production and marketing of organic

and inorganic jaggary in Kolhapur

district



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Miss Phalke S. A.

11/228

Economics of grape and raisin cold

storages in Sangli district


Mr. Thakare H. P.

11/229

A study on arrivals and prices

selected Agril. Commodities in

APMC, Kolhapur


Agril. Entomology

2009-10 Ms. Adsure S.P. 09/119 Studies on utilisation of

entomopathogenic fungi for the

management of Helicoverpa

armigera (Hubner) on Gram

Evaluation of the pathogenecity of entomopathogenic fungi metarhizium anisopliae,

beauveria bassiana, and nomuraea rileyi to helicoverpoa armigera were determined

by larval dip method on third instar larvae in the laboratory and promising

concentrations of three different fungi werw tested in field of chickpea against pod

borer helicoverpoa armigera with concentration 1x10¹º to 1x10¹º conidia ml-¹. The

treatment metarhizium anisopliae1x10¹º conidia ml-¹ were most effective in

controlling helicoverpoa armigera larvae and recorded range of mortality 36.66 to

63.33 percent in laboratory and lowest surviving population per plant recorded 1.10

larvae in field conditions. beauveria bassiana recorded mortality 25.41 to 56.66

percent in laboratory and surviving population per plant recorded 1.80 larvae in

field conditions while nomuraea rileyi recorded 20.00 to 50.00 percent

Mortality2.10 larvae surviving population per plant in laboratory and field

conditions, respectively. However, nomuraea rileyi found to be least effective in

laboratory as well as in field performance against H.armigera. In never insecticides

lowest number of surviving population of larvae was recorded in treatment

rynaxipyr 20 sc @ 40 g a.i./ha 0.90 larvae/plant. The treatment with clothianidin,

spinosad and indoxacarb were next in orders of efficacy at seven days after second

spray.


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Mr. Chandankar V.P.

09/120

Interaction studies of bioagent and

white grub management of

Leucopholis lepidophora Bl.

(Scarabaeidae: Coleoptera) in

Sugarcane

Survey of endemic pockets in Kolhapur district was carried out for the search of

local bio control agent of white grub, revealed that predatory mites C. berlesei

Mich. was associated with the white grub and caused infestation of grub from

22.23 - 47.92 per cent. These mites were found at its peak in the month of April and

showed increasing trend during the summer month. The mortality was 4.27 per

cent as against 6.9 per cent in potatoes at 14 days after feeding. Biology of

Caloglyphus berlesei Mich on artificial diet was studied under laboratory condition

and revealed that the hatchability of eggs on artificial diet was 3.3, pre oviposition

period was 5.5 days and no any mortality was observed at this stage. The longevity

of this mites was 24.5 days. Post oviposition period was 8.6 days Average of 15

eggs/day/ female was observed in these studies. The fecundity rate increased sharply

from 6 to 9 days and decreased after 10 days. Bioefficacy of biopesticides

against white grub was carried out at field as well as under pot culture

experiment,the results indicated that the treatment with Chlorpyriphos 20EC@

2ml/lit. was found to be most effective and significantly superior treatment under

pot culture (75.00 per cent) mortality where as at field trial (66.66 per cent)

mortality at 19 days after treatment. The treatment with Metarhizium anisopliae +50

mites was stood second in order of effectiveness However the details of interactions

need further studies


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Mr. Kumbhar P.P

09/121

Studies on bioefficacy of novel

insecticides and evaluation of

pheromone trap against brinjal shoot

and fruit borer Leucinodes orbonalis

Guenee (Pyralidae: Lepidoptera)

All the novel insecticide treatment were observed to be effective in reducing shoot

and fruit borer infestation on brinjal crop. Among the evaluated novel insecticide

rynaxypyr 20SC @ 40g a.i. /ha proved to be most effective against Leucinodes

orbonalis Guen. In which minimum shoot infesttion (7.64 percent) and fruit

infestation on number (11.53 percent).The next best treatment in order of

effectiveness were flubendiamide 480SC @ 50 g a.i. /ha ,indoxacarb 14.5 SC@ 75g

a.i. /ha, novaluron 10EC @ 25 g a.i. /ha ,emamectin benzoate 5SG @ 10 g a.i. /ha,

Lamba cyhalothrin 5CS @ 100 g a.i. /ha. The biopesticides viz. , M.anisopliae and

neem oil observed to be comparatively least effective against brinjal shoot and fruit

borer .The pheromone trap placed at crop canopy level caught maximum male

moths (7.64moths/trap/week) of Leucinodes orbonalis Guenee than trap placed at

0.5 m above crop canopy (05.42 moths / trap/week) and placed at 0.5 m below crop

canopy level (04.21/trap/week).


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Ms. Mane P.B. 09/122 Studies on utilisation of

entomopatogenic fungi against white

grub, Leucopholis lepidophora

infesting sugarcane

In laboratory biassay studies three entomopathogenic fungi viz. , metarhizium

anisopliae(metsch) , Beauveria brongniartii (Sacc) and beauveria bassiana

(Balsamo.) were tested for their pathogenicity against third instar grubs of L.

lepidophora blanch. The treatment M.anisopliae @2x106 conadia ml-¹ were found

most effective in controlling Leucopholis lepidophora Blanch. In laboratory

bioassay studies and 2x108 conadia ml-¹concentration in pot culture experiment.

Treatment M. anisopliae recorded 34.48 to 58.62 percent grub mortality at 15DAT

In laboratory and 34.49 to 62.07percent grub mortality at 45DAT in pot culture

experiment.B. brongniartii recorded 31.03 to 55.18 percent grub mortality at

15DAT in laboratory .and 31.03 to 58.62 percent grub mortality at 45DAT in pot

culture experiment.While , B. brongniartii recorded 24.14 to 51.72 percent grub

mortality at 15DAT in laboratory . and 27.59 to 55.18 percent and 34.49 to

62.07percent in pot culture experiment. M. anisopliae also registered least LC50

value ,9.05x105 conadia ml-¹ While, in B. brongniartii and B. bassiana it was

10.44x105 conadia ml-¹ and 11.78x10

5 conadia ml-¹, respectively. Among three

entomo-pathogenic fungi M.anisopliae found more effective thanB. brongniartii

and B. bassiana. Among these never molecules of insecticides, imidacloprid 40% +

Fipronil 40% -80WG @300G ha-1

was emerged as the most effective

treatment on the basis of percent plant mortality and number of white grub m-2

area

at the time of sugarcane harvesting , it was followed by clothianidin 50 WDG @250

G ha-1

flubendiamide 480SC @ 400ml. ha-1

and rynaxypyr 0.4% G @ 125 g ha-1.


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2010-11 Mr. Chormule A.J.

10/184

Bioefficacy of new insecticide

molecules against rice yellow stem

borer.

Among the evaluated new insecticide molecules fipronil 5 SC @ 30 g a.i./ha proved

to be most effective against Scirpophaga incertulas (Walker) in which minimum

dead hearts (4.08 per cent) highest of 45.13 q/ha yield rice. The next best treatment

in order of effectiveness were flubendiamide 480 SC @ 30 g a.i./ha, indoxacarb

14.5 SC @ 30 g a.i./ha, cartap hydrochloride 50 SP @ 375 g a.i./ha, lambda

cyhalothrin 5EC @ 25 g a.i./ha, imidacloprid 17.8 SL @ 25 g a.i./ha. The treatments

with M. anisopliae and Bt. Were observed to be relatively safe to natural enemies.

Whereas, the new insecticide molecules were also found to be moderately safe. The

correlation of dead hearts with maximum temperature, minimum temperature and

morning humidity was observed to be positively significant and correlation of white

ear heads with maximum temperature and sunshine was observed to be positively

significant.

Mr. Jadhav M. D.

10/186

Efficacy of new chemistry

insecticides against rice brown plant

hopper.

Among the evaluated the treatment with clothianidin 50 WDG was found to be the

most effective and significantly superior over all other treatments in reducing the

hoppers population (1.40) per hill. The treatment with buprofezin 20 SC found at

par with acetamiprid 20 SP,,thiamethoxam 25 WG and imidacloprid 17.8 SL in

which1.87, 1.99 and 2.05 hopper per hill were observed, respectively. This was

followed by the treatment lambdacyhalotrin 5 EC, triazophos 17.8 SL and M.

anisoplae WP in which (2.96), (4.16) and (4.43) hoppers per hill were noticed,

respectively as against (12.20) hoppers population in untreated control. Among the

evaluated granular insecticides, overall performance of various granular insecticidal

treatments based on the mean survival population indicated that treatment with

fipronil + imidacloprid 80 WG was found to be the most effective and significantly

superior over all other treatments, Rynaxypyr 0.4 G stood second in order of

effectiveness .Treatment with fipronil 0.3 G found at par with cartap hydrochloride

recorded 11.64 hopper population per hill. The treatmentwith M. anisoplae was

relatively safe to natural enemies. This was followed by buprofezin, imidacloprid,

acetamiprid, thiamethoxam, clothianidin, triazophos and lambda cyhalothrin which

were proved moderately safe to natural enemies in rice ecosystem.


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Mr. Mane M. A.

10/190

Host plant resistance and

management of sugarcane wooly

aphid.

Among the eleven varieties screened against sugarcane woolly aphid, C. lanigera

(Zehntner) under field condition SNK 044, SNK 049, SNK 057, SNK 061, SNK

192 and SNK 754 were found completely free from infestation (1 grade)

throughout the crop growth period. The three genotypes viz., Co 92020, Co 94012

and Phule 265 and check variety Co 99004 were found with aphid load (5 grade i.e.

61 to 80 per cent leaf area covered) by the aphid.Among the insecticide tested the

treatment with Imidacloprid 17.8 SL @100 g a.i./ha proved to be most effective and

superior over rest of the treatments. The treatment with Thiamethoxam 25 WG @

50 g a.i./ha (72.32 per cent mortality) and found at par with Methyl-O-demeton 25

EC @ 1 kg a.i./ha which recorded 71.93 per cent mortality. Among the insecticides

tested the drenching with fipronil 40% + Imidacloprid 40% 80 WG @ 250 g a.i./ha

proved to be most effective and superior over the rest of the treatment The treatment

with fertera 0.4 G @ 30 g a.i./ha stood second in order of effectiveness recording

74.69 per cent mortality however, it was at par with fipronil 0.3 G.

Mr. Gadade S. S.

10/185

Efficacy of chitin synthesis inhibitor

against tobacco leaf eating

caterpillar.

Research work is in Progress

Miss. Jaink A. S.

10/187

Field studies on bioefficacy of some

insecticides against mango hopper.


Miss. Khaja Rumana

Begum 10/188

Efficacy of new insecticide against

sucking pest complex on okra.


Miss. Kurakula Sunitha

10/189

Efficacy of new insecticide against

diamond back moth infesting

cabbage.


Extension Education


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2009-10 Miss Agavane R. M.

10/127

Wheat Production Technology

followed by the farmers

A large number of 74.16 per cent of the wheat growing respondents had medium

level of Knowledge. A large number i.e 61.67 per cent of the wheat growing

respondents had medium adoption level. Large portion of Sampled wheat growing

respondents (92.50 per cent) faced problems regarding fluctuations in market prices

followed by higher charges of commission agent (85.83 per cent)

Miss Bhore D. B.

10/124

Soybean Production Technology


Majority of the soybean growing respondents were found to have medium level of

knowledge and adoption of improved cultivation practices of soybean. Relational

analysis showed that age, education, annual income, size of family, source of

information, social participation, Risk orientation were positively and significantly

correlated with knowledge and adoption

Miss. Bhosale P. V.

10/130

Paddy Production Technology


It was observed that majority 65.00 per cent of the respondent paddy growers had

medium level of Knowledge. More than half (63.33 per cent) of the respondent

paddy growers had medium level of adoption of paddy cultivation practices

Mr. Darole S. S.

10/131

Dairy Management practices


It was observed that majority of the dairy farmers 75.00 per cent was observed of

knowledge regarding improved dairy management practices. Majority of the cattle

owners 72.50 per cent was observed in medium level of adoption. The important

constraints reported by the dairy farmers that cost of milch animal is very high, high

market rates of concentrated feeds and unauthentic straw of insemination.

Mr Anuse M. Y.

10/128

Jaggery Processing Technology

followed by farmers


2011-12 Mr. Bhojane N. N.

11/201

Adoption of Cashewnut Production

Technology by cashwenut growers

in Kolhapur District.


Miss. Kadam G. S.

11/203

Adoption of Water Management

practices by sugarcane growers


Miss Kokate D. S.

11/205

Empowerment of Women through

Self Help Groups



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Mr.Raut P. S.

11/206

A Study on Banana Production

Technology in Kolhapur District.


Agronomy

2009-10 Mali A. B.

09/ 24

Integrated Weed Management in

Upland Rice

Integrated use of pendimethalin as pre-emergence @ 1 kg a.i./ha + hand weeding at

40 days after sowing proved to be the most remunerative by recording maximum net

returns and the highest B: C ratio in upland rice

Thorat S. D.

09/ 26

Integrated Weed Management in

Wheat

Integrated use of pendimethalin as pre-emergence @ 1 kg a.i./ha + one hoeing at 30

days after sowing gave effective weed control and resulted in higher wheat grain

yield

Zende M.S.

09/ 28

Response of sunflower genotypes to

varying plant geometry under

summer conductions

For getting maximum seed yield of summer sunflower the crop should be sown at

60 x 30 cm and among the genotypes, the preference should be given to Raviraj

hybrid.

2010-11 Chavan I. H.

10/ 26

Integrated weed management in

wheat

Integrated weed management in wheat viz, pre-emergence application of

pendimethalin @ 0.75 kg a.i./kg + one hand weeding at 30 days after sowing proved

effective weed control and recorded higher productivity of wheat

Korade S. D.

10/ 29

Response of sunflower (Helianthus

annus L) hybrids to different sowing

dates in summer conditions

The hybrid G K- 2002 recorded the maximum sunflower yield, when sown on 6th

meteorological week (10th February)

2011-12 Mr. Bevara J. B. 11/28 Response of pop corn to different

fertilizer levels and plant densities in

Kharif season


Mr. Chougale B. A.

11/29

Response of sweet corn to different

fertilizer levels and plant densities in

Kharif season



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Mr. Kamble M. A.

11/30

Integrated weed management in

Kharif groundnut (Arachis hypogeae

L.)


Mr. Patil S. V. 11/31 Studies on efficient fertilizer

management in finger millet

(Eleusine corocana L)


Mr. Patil S. P. 11/32 Effect of different fertilizer levels on

newly released finger millet

(Eleusine corocana L) variety Phule

Nachani


Mr. Rathod R. K.

11/34

Yield optimization in dibbled paddy Research work is in progress

Horticulture- Vegetable Science

2011-12 Vidhate S. B.

12/327

Integrated nutrient management in

Brinjal (Solanum melongena L.) Cv.

Phule Arjun


Mehetre Y. D.

12/328

Studies on effect of different

mulches on growth and yield of

Chilli (Capsicum annuum L.) Cv.

Phule Jyoti


Miss Ghadage A. G.

12/329

Effect of different spacing and

picking on seed yield and quality of

Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.)

Cv. Phule Utkarsha



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Jondhale R. D.

12/330

Standardization of processing

technology for dried Ginger (sunth)

preparation


Plant Pathology- Agril. Microbiology

2009-10 Mr. Patil P. D.

10/235

Effect of Gluconacetobacter

diazotrophicus on growth and yield

of potato

Alongwith Gluconacetobacter diazotrophicus + 75 % recommended dose of N

fertilizers can be applied to potato for getting maximum yield instead of application

of 100 % RDF of N fertilizers

Miss. Randhvan S. S.

10/236

Studies on Effect of spent mushroom

compost on growth parameters of

cabbage (Brassica oleracea var.

capitata L.)

Application of SMC in combination with FYM and chemical fertilizers showed

better effect on growth ,yield and yield contributing characters of cabbage as well as

on biochemical properties of soil and nutrient uptake of plant. Hence 25 % of the

chemical fertilizers can be saved by the addition of organic fertilizers.

Miss . Shinde R. G.

10/238

Effect of bio inoculants on growth

parameters of Maize (Zea mays L.)

Both inoculants viz, Acetobacter and Azospirillum either alone or in combination

significantly increased the growth parameters like plant height ,cob length, cob

width ,100 grain weight of maize hybrid Rajarshi . The grain and dry matter yield

obtained due to application of 75 % RDN conjugated with Acetobacter and

Azospirillum was on par with application of 100 % RDN / ha without inoculants.

Mr. Shinde S. Y.

10/239

Effect of dual inoculation of AM

fungi and Azotobacter on growth

and yield of Brinjal (Solanum

melongena)

Dual inoculation of Am fungi and Azotobacter alongwith 75 % recommended dose

of fertilizers can be used for cultivation of brinjal 25 % recommended dose of N and

P fertilizer can be saved by inoculating seedling of brinjal with VAM fungi and

Azotobacter as low cost technology

Mr.Chate. P. T.

10/234

Effect of liquid Azotobacter and

PSB on growth and yield of chilli.


2010-11 Mr. Jadhav R. J

12/266

Studies on native Rhizobium isolates

on growth and yield of soybean


Mr. Pagare

K. A. 12/268

Studies on native isolates of Bacillus

thuringiensis against Dimond

Backmoth Plutella xylostella on

cabbage.



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Mr. Jakulwar

N. G. 12/269

Studies on native Phosphate

Solubilizing microorganism isolates

on growth and yield of soybean


Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry

2009-10 Miss Patil S. S.

09/095

Studies on soil morphological,

physical and chemical properties of

important soil series of Kolhapur

District.

Vertisol soil have more available water capacity followed by Inceptisol, Entiosol

and Alfisol All the series needs appropriate nutrient management with respect to

nitrogen and K in all series except Rastapur, Barshi, Shirawali, Velapur and need

appropriate phosphorus management through fertilizers in Ghot, Sathesai and

Bamburdi soil series.

Miss Borate S. R.

09/092

Studies on morphological and

chemical properties of the soil of

Agriculture College farm, Kolhapur

Soil fertility map of major nutrient indicated that the available N is very low to

moderate , P is low to high & K content is low to high in the soils of A.C. Farm,

Micronutrient content were sufficient level of Mn, Zn and Ca where as Fe were

deficient.

Mr. Wader S. B.

09/096

Effect of different levels of silicon

on growth, nutrient uptake and yield

of upland paddy in an Inceptisol

The application of silicon to upland paddy @ 240 kg silicon/ha was found to be

optimum for increasing the yield, yield contributing character, uptake of silicon

macro (NPK) and micronutrient (Fe,Mn,Zn & Cu) and minimizing, the incidence of

stem borer & grass hopper.

2011-12 Mr. Shinde N. B.

10/268

Vertical distribution of different

forms of phosphors and phosphorus

supplying capacity of important Soil

Series of Kolhapur district

Among the different soil series the higher-P supplying capacity was observed in

Danoli series (Vertisol) and followed by Rastapur series (Vertisol) the lowest P

supplying capacity was noticed for Ghot soil series (Entisol)

Mr. Pathak K. K.

10/264

Assessment of physical properties of

soils of Agril. College farm,

Kolhapur

The soils of Agronomy & Horticulture farm were sandy clay to clay in texture,

moderately deep and poor in drainage & needs water conservation measures to

increase availability of water for field crops.


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Miss Arekar. S. A.

10/263

Effect of Sources & levels of silicon

on yield of Paddy

Application of silicon to paddy @ 250 kg Silicon/ha through baggase ash was found

to be optimum for yield and growth of paddy

Mr. Narendra Singh

Shekawat 10/266

Studies on characterization of

representative soil profile from

different research stations of Sub-

montane Zone of Maharashtra.


Mr. Shelke S. A.

10/267

Potassium behaviour in important

soil series of Kolhapur District



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11. EXTENSION EDUCATION

11.1 Extension Education Units : College Development Block

Extension wing of the College of Agriculture, Kolhapur established in 1963-64 is

an integral part of the college which performs all the three functions viz., teaching,

research and extension education.

The college development block was attached to extension wing in the year 1968.

Previously it had 62 villages from Karveer tahshil of Kolhapur district and divided into

eight circles, where eight Agricultural Assistants are placed to disseminate the

agricultural technology to farmers. The extension programmes in the college

development block are planned and implemented under the guidance and the directives

of the Professor of Extension Education. The block serves as a laboratory for providing

scientific and supervised training in the subject of Agricultural Extension to the students

of the College of Agriculture, Kolhapur.

After transfer of technology in Karveer tahsil, the College Developmennt Block

(CDB) was shifted to Hatkanangle tahsil in 1998 as per Executive Council Resolution

No.5 dt. 27/4/1998 in 44 newly selected villages which are grouped together into eight

circles. In 2001, another circles were established in Radhanagari and Bhudhargad tahsil

of Kolhapur district with 18 new villages. The objectives and functions of College

Development Block are as follows

i) To serve as an Extension Education laboratory to the under graduate and Post

Graduate students.

ii) To test the Technology generated by the university on the farmers field by using

various extension teaching methods and programmes.

iii) To provide the improved seeds of paddy, sorghum, wheat, gram, soybean, nagali

etc. and grafts of important fruit crops on No Profit No Loss basis.

iv) To help the farmers, women and rural youths for entrepreneurship development

in dairy, poultry, goat, fruit processing etc. to uplift their socio- economic status.

v) To provide feedback to the university scientists.


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Table 11.1 . Tahsilwise and Circlewise list of villages

S.N. Tahsil Name of

Circles

Name of Villages

1. Hatkanangale Alte (5) Alte, Kumbhoj, Nej, Hingangaon, Majale

Sajani (10) Khotwadi, Hatkanagale, Sajani, Korochi, Tilwani,

Kabnoor, Mangaon, Managaonwadi, Rui, Tardal

Wathar (7) Wathar, Chavare, Ghunki, Kini, Bhadole, Pargaon,

Kasbe Vadgaon

Hatkanangale Nagaon (6) Nagaon, MaujeVadgaon, Top, Sambhapoor,

Kasarwadi, Minche

Padli (6) Padli, Padli-darvesh, Ambap, Ambapwadi,

Manpadale, Talsande

Male (9) Male, Malewadi, Rukadi, Atigre, Herle, Chokak,

Gadmudshingi, Halondi, Male Mudshingi

2. Bhudargad Gargoti (8) Gargoti, Salpewadi, Shindewadi, Fanaswadi,

Ambavane, Hanbarwadi, Kalnakwadi, Khanapur

3. Radhanagari

Turumbe (10) Turambe, Kapileshwar, Arjunwada, Titave,

Kasarwad, Mangoli, Aknur, Admapur, Waghapur,

Chandre

11.2 Method of Assessing Extension Education Needs of the Community

The Agricultural Assistants posted in different circles assess the needs of the

community from the activities like method demonstration, result demonstration, farmers

rally, group discussion, training on IPM, field visits, farm and home visits etc. The

recommendation of research sub section of this wing also assesses needs of community.

11.3 Funding Sources: State Govt.

11.4 Involvement of Faculty and Scientists in Extension Programmes

Sr. No. Designation No. of posts

1. Professor 1

2. Associate Professor 1

3. Extension Training Officer (Asso. Prof.) 1

4. Assistant Professor 2

5. Senior Research Assistant 1

6. Junior Research Assistant 1

7. Agricultural Assistant 8


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Table 11.2 Extension Education activities by Development Block of College of

Agriculture, Kolhapur (2007-08 to 2012-13)

Sr.

No. Activity

No. of

Activities

No. of

Beneficiaries

1 Farm and Home Visits 7315 15420

2 Shivar Ferries 3149 19355

3 Meetings and Group Discussions 1350 11215

4 Farmers Rallies 64 mass

5 Agril Exhibitions 62 mass

6 Soil testing & Water testing 175 175

7 Method Demonstrations

Mango side Grafting

Seed Treatment . (Biofertilizer

PSB+Rhizobium,Groundnut, Sugarcane,

Wheat, Gram)

4185

70 kg

510

212

8 Sale of Publications (Krishi Darshani) 5700 5700

9 News Items

News papers

510

09

mass

mass

10 Seed Input for Result Demonstration

I ) Kharif Season

1. Paddy -Bhogavati

-Phule Radha

2. Soybean - DS-228

3500Kg

2550 Kg

3400 kg

350

250

445

11 II) Rabi Season

1.Wheat -Tapovan

- Tryambak

2.Jowar - M-35-1

- Phule Anuradha

3. Gram- Digvijay

3420 Kg

1400 kg

90 kg

43 kg

720Kg

35

140

90

43

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12 Seeds Made Available to the Farmers

1.Sugarcane -Phule-265

2.Wheat -Tapovan

1,40,000 sets

6000kg

415

30


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Sr.

No. Activity

No. of

Activities

No. of

Beneficiaries

Bio-fertilizers - Azotobacter

- Azospirillum

- PSB

- Trichoderma

- Rhizobium

1112 Kg

240 Kg

2500 Kg

8140 Kg

850 Kg

92

48

250

763

75

Grafts/ Seedling

1. Mango Kesar

Alphanso

Ratna

Totapuri

2. Chiku Kali patti

3. Guava Sardar

4. Citrus Sai Sarbati

6. Teak wood

7390

30200

890

5250

3100

2390

300

20000

105

98

20

24

125

72

15

400

11.5 Information services

Every year, nearly 10 to 15 thousand farmers, students and officers are visiting

College of Agriculture, Kolhapur. The extension department organizes visits and

provides the information of different research projects to the visitors. Radio talks and

Television interviews on different subjects are delivered by the Professors.

11.6 Impact Statement

The farmers in College Development Block are benefited regarding improved

agricultural technology introduced by Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri. Also,

the problems regarding pests and diseases of crops, animal disease, soil problems,

introduction of improved varieties, problems of fruit orchards and vegetables, etc.

through bio control and impact of IPM practices are resolved.

11.7 RAWE activities

Professor of Extension Education acted as Co-ordinator for RAWE Programme

since 2007-08. The Subject Matter Specialists of RAWE attend monthly meetings, group


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discussions, farmers’ rallies and guide the students and farmers of their respective

RAWE centers.

The details of extension activities carried out by 210 students (avg.) every year of

Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE) Programme during 2007-2013 is given

Table 11.3

Table 11.3: Details of Extension activities carried out by RAWE students

S. N. Activities Number Beneficiaries

I Method Demonstrations

( 10 subjects and 3 demonstrations in each subject) 6300 52357

II Exposure visits

(KVK, Talasande,Kalwade, RS&JRS, Kolhapur,

REC, Kolhapur NARP, Kolhapur, ARS Karad,

ARS Gadhinglaj, NARP K.Digraj, ATS K. Digraj

84 1250

III Soil Testing Samples 1260 1260

IV Animal vaccination Camps- animals covered 26145 5270

VII Tree plantation 32150 --

VIII Krishi dindi/ Krishi din 210 5172

IX Distribution of Bio Fertilizers - Azatobactor,

Rizobium, Compost culture and PSB

4275 3969

X Literature prepared -

Posters, Charts and Folders / Leaflets

25200 --

XI Preparation of Family farm production plan 950 950

XII Preparation of Village production plan 152 152

XIII News Publicity 431 mass

XIV Group Discussion- ( 10 subjects and 2 group

discussions in each subject) 4210 22124

11.8 Regional Extension Centre, College of Agriculture, Kolhapur

11.8.1 Achievements in Five Years

1. Incaharge REC acted as the District Resource Organization for conducting

Training Programme under Integrated Watershed Development Project to Project

Functionaries, for the year 2010-11 and 2011-12.

2. White Grub Control Campaign on Cluster basis for Sugarcane Cultivation


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/Ratoon crop on 25 ha. at each tahsil was organized during 2011-12. At present

demonstrations on 200 ha is being organized in eight tahsils through RKVY

Project for the year 2012-13.

3. Distributed 30 micro-irrigation system sets (drip/sprinkler/ Micro-sprinkler,

Raingun) in Kolhapur district for Farmers Participatory Adaptive Research

Project funded by GOI, New Delhi.

4. Published one Text Book for the new syllabus Agronomy course entitled

“Introductory Agriculture” – Author Dr. A.A. Pisal.

11.8.2 Extension activities carried out by Regional Extension Centre,

College of Agriculture, Kolhapur (2007-08 to 2012-13)

Sr. No Name of activity No. of

activities

No. of

beneficiaries

1. Demonstrations and farm trials 398 398

2. Monthly district workshops 80 2144

3. Monthly Field Visit 66 2134

4. Farmers rallies 125 25397

5. Farmers study tour 10 483

6. No. of farmers visited to REC 6192 6192

7. Doordarshan programme 34 mass

8. Radio programmes 22 mass

9. Publication sale 7789 7789

10. Sale of machinery & implements 486 486

11. Training Programmes 307 36064

12. Agril. Exhibition 44 19,24,936

13. Farmers Club -Field visit/shivar pheries 138 6965

14. Mobile Van Programme 120 7949

15. Diagnostic team visit 62 305

16. Final theory/Practical Examination duties 75 --

17. RAWE Programmes 165 12528

11.8.3 Linkages between farmers and scientists

In order to establish linkages between farmers and scientists, the activity of

Farmers’-Scientists forum has been initiated since March, 2005. 96 farmers from


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various ten tahshils of Kolhapur district are the members of forum. The various

extension programmes viz., seasonal trainings, group discussions, crop seminars, field

visits, front line demonstrations, farmers’ participatory adaptive research trials, Study

tours, nomination for different awards, Diagnostic team visits etc., extension activities

are regularly carried out. The exposure to farmers has been given through media by

means of recording success stories in various TV channels or All India Radio

Programmes as well as publishing success stories in magazines and newspapers.

11.8.4 Feed back from farmers to researchers

1. Looking to the expansion in area under Cashewnut gardens in sub-montane

regions of Chandgad, Ajara, Bhudargad, Shahuwadi, Gaganbawada, Radhanagari

Tahasils, the research recommendation needs to be given.

2. Efforts should be made to develop paddy varieties suitable for processing like

parched rice etc. At present farmers are depending on the varieties developed by

other Universities.

3. Research on outbreak of Root aphids and Blue Beetle in rice is initiated and

control measures needs to be suggested.

4. Vegetable crop seed should be made available on small scale to needy farmers for

popularization of University varieties.

5. Recommendation on NPK, foliar spray and use of liquid fertilizers through drip

irrigation needs to be given.

6. Research on management of Sugarcane variety Co-92005, which is prone to

disease complex under heavy soils of high rainfall zone.

7. Research on Sweet Potato needs to be initiated as the area in Shahuwadi,

Gaganbawada and Chandgad tahasils is increasing.

8. Package of practices for Organic Farming in various crops, needs to be specified.

9. Training programme on processing, value addition and post harvest technology

should be initiated in field crops.a

10. Recommendations on use of modern machinery and implements for

mechanization of farms need to be given due to labour unavailability.

11. Popularization of integrated approach / biocontrol agents in white grub pest

management.


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11.9 Impact statement

The farmers in Kolhapur Region are benefited regarding improved agricultural

technology introduced by Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri. Also, the

problems regarding pests and diseases of crops, animal disease, soil problems,

introduction of improved varieties, problems of fruit orchards and vegetables, etc.

through bio control and impact of IPM practices are resolved.


i) However, the impact of these need to be assessed in terms of productivity

enhancement and income supplementation

ii) Provision of video conferencing facilities.

iii) The University may establish an Agricultural Consultancy Support Service center

to cater to the needs of public and private sectors and generate income.

11. 11 Fulfillment of Observations of Peer Review Team- 2008

i) The impact of agricultural technology is assessed in the adopted villages in

Hatkangale, Bhudargad and Radhanagari Block of Kolhapur district. The yield

of the Paddy is increased significantly by 18-20 % due to adoption of university

released varieties namely Bhogavati, Indrayani, Phule Samruddhi, Phule Radha

etc.

ii) The video conferencing facility is established for the benefit of farmers, scientists

and students.

iii) The Regional Extension Center established by the University caters the need of

consultancy services needed by the farmers and private sectors. Under the

experiential learning program on farm services such as irrigation system design,

surveying, landscaping, etc will be provided through participation of college

students.


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Departmentwise Extension Education Activities (2007-2013)

Sr.

No.

Name of Activities EXTN AGRO SSAC ASDS BOT ENTO PATH ENGG REC HORT ECON Total

beneficiaries

1. Method Demonstration 72

(885)

25

(340)

185

(185)

15

(981)

-- -- --- 10

(100)

398

(398)

15

(600)

-- 720

(3489)

2. Result Demonstration 580

(580)

-- 185

(185)

-- -- -- --- -- -- -- -- 765

(765)

3. Farmers Rallies 34

(4350)

12

(2204)

29

(250)

13

(1500)

-- 14

(1565)

-- 50

(5000)

125

(25397)

10

(500)

-- 275

(38562)

4. Field Days

-- -- - -- -- -- --- - -- -- -

5. Exhibitions 35

(44335)

-- - -- -- -- -- 7

(1000)

44

(19

Lakh)

-- -- 86

(1945335)

6. Training Classes of

Farmers

3

(180)

6 (200) 3 2

(100)

5 4 -- 10 307

(36064)

-- -- 426

(36544)

7. Cattle Disease Diagnostic

Camp

-- -- - 16

(468)

-- -- -- - -- -- 16

(468)

8. Farmers Educational Tours 5

(250)

-- 1

(50)

-- -- -- -- - 10

(483)

-- -- 16

(783)

9. High Yielding Variety

Seed Distribution

25140 -- - -- -- -- -- - - -- -- 25140


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Sr.

No.


beneficiaries

10. Soil Testing 710

(710)

-- 7978

(7978)

-- -- -- -- - - -- -- 8688

(8688)

11. Analysis of Organic

Manure and Irrigation

Water

-- -- 30 -- -- -- -- - - -- -- 30

(30)

12. Farm and Home Visits 3992

(20415)

-- - -- -- 70 -- 15 138

(6965)

15 -- 4230

(27380)

13. Diagnosis of Pest and

Disease Samples

130

(130)

-- - -- -- 625

(625)

935

(935)

- 62

(62)

-- 1752

(1752)

14. Bio Control Units -- -- -- -- 1 1 - 2

15. Participation of Staff in

Various Programmes for

Technology Dissemination

80 20 25 17 02 28 4 20 307 50 6 559

16. Publications (Res, Tech,

Popular)

35 535 92 25 5 3 8 15 15 10 3 746

7. Radio Talk / T.V. Talk - 174 13 10 -- 15 20 20/15 22 / 34 15 8 346

18. Trainings/ Seminars

Attended

14 103 10 11 5 7 10 5 307

14 5 491

19. M.D.W. -- -- 4 -- -- 14 -- - 80

(2144)

-- 98

(2144)


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Sr.

No.


beneficiaries

20. Group Discussion 1197

(14340)

-- 15

(300)

-- -- 40

(750)

25

(550)

12

(300)

-- -- 3

(50)

1292

(16290)

21. ZREAC -- -- - -- -- 6 -- -- 10 -- -- 16

22 Film / Video Shows 3 -- - -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 3

24. Exposure Visits 11

(157)

-- - -- -- -- -- -- 62

(1732)

-- -- 73

(1889)

25. Farmers Scientists Forum -- -- - -- -- -- -- -- 138

(6965)

-- -- 138

(6965)

26. Mobile Van Programme -- - - - - - - -- 165

(12528

)

-- - 165

(12528)


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12. OTHER UNITS AND INFORMATION SERVICES

12.1 Other Units

The College has established well-equipped and advance technological

laboratories and projects like Bio-technology, Bio-control, Biofertilizer production,

Mushroom production and Protected cultivation of flowers and vegetables. The

technical innovations of these projects are communicated to the farming community and

other clientele through print and electronic media.

The experiential learning programme has immense importance in development of

technological know-how among the graduating students of agriculture. Overall college

plays an important role in development of human resource by conducting various

training programmes and workshops for the people who are interested in the respective

field and also helps to communicate the information to the other clientele thro’ the mode

of farmer to farmers extension. Therefore this helps to disseminate technology at large.

College of Agriculture, Kolhapur disseminates the advanced agricultural

technology through College Development Block, Regional Extension Centres etc.

College Development Block (CDB)

In College Development Block activities like dissemination of crop production,

animal science related information is transferred thro’ field demonstrations, group

discussion, visits at farmers field and home, distribution of seeds, vaccination

programmes are undertaken. Efforts are taken to give wide exposure to the farming

community thro’ exhibitions, study tours, field tours.

In CDB, RAWE students are placed in different villages. These students assess

the technological gap and disseminate technical information thro’ various extension

activities like demonstration, group discussion, survey, information corner, farmers rally,

leaflets, pamphlets, posters etc. and articles on these issues are published in various local

newspapers thro’ print media and telecast through electronic media.

Regional Extension Center (REC)

Farmer-Scientist forum is established under the Regional Extension Center. A

team of SMS (REC) conducts monthly meetings, provide need based and location

specific technical guidance and services thro’ demonstrations, trainings, group

discussion. The farmer members of this forum transfer this technology to other farmers.

It is a good example of farmers led extension.


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The team of Subject Matter Specialist is providing technical guidance to the staff

of State Department of Agriculture and other line departments thro’ meetings at regular

intervals.


The students from various schools, colleges, farmers from all over Maharashtra

and adjoining states and national and international dignitaries do regularly visit at

college. Trainings are organized for farmers in mushroom production, protected

cultivation of vegetables and flowers. Trainings are also organized for staff from line

departments to acquaint them regarding improved technology and practices especially in

biotechnology. Undergraduate students are getting hands on trainings thro’ various

experiential learning modules viz. bio-technology, bio-control, mushroom production

and dairy science, soil testing, nursery management, farm mechanization and seed

production.

12.2 Dissemination of Information to Stakeholders and Public

Documentation and Publicity

A wide publicity is given to various students and college programmes/events

through print media, electronic media, local newspapers, university newsletter etc.

Annually published college magazine Raanwara covers students’ related activities like

academic, sports and cultural achievements etc. However, year round activities regarding

education, research and extension held at College of Agriculture, Kolhapur are published

in Glimpses which is presented in MAGOVA programme at university. Monthly,

quarterly and annual information of college news/events are documented and submitted

to the university.

College of Agriculture, Kolhapur has launched a college website

www.ackolhapur.edu.in, which covers the information regarding UG and PG degree

programmes, various departments, research projects, laboratories, production and service

units, facilities/amenities available for students and farmers community.

The information regarding rules and regulations related to academic is given in

chapter IV, Financial Information in chapter IX and administration information in

chapter III and V.



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13. SWOT ANALYSIS

(Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities and Threats)

The SWOT analysis plays an important role in the educational institutes, in

understanding of educational problems at all stages irrespective of the type of

organization. The concept is meant to help in taking appropriate decisions for the

development of an organization in particular operational environment. SWOT is an

acronym stands for Strength, Weakness, Opportunities and Threats of an organization.

Strength is the basic asset of the organization that would provide advantage for its growth

and development; weakness is the liability of an organization that can create a state of

time and situation specific disadvantages for its growth and development. Opportunity is

the ability of the organization to grow and achieve its specific objectives in a given

situation. Threat is a situation that blocks the abilities of the organization to grow and

develop for achieving its ultimate goal.

13.1 Strengths

The college is celebrating Golden Jubilee Year during the period 2012-13. The

College of Agriculture, Kolhapur has 10 sections and each section is having separate

office buildings, well-equipped laboratories, practical halls, separate examination and

lecture halls. In addition to this college has well equipped library with email, e-library

and internet facilities for the students and staff, auditorium and videoconference hall,

gymnasium, boys and girls hostels, play ground and guest house. The intake capacity for

B.Sc.(Agri.) is 181students plus around 20 students from ICAR quota. The post graduate

programme leading to the M.Sc.(Agri.) degree in 4 disciplines have been started since

2009 and at present in 8 disciplines with 6 intake capacity. In all 800 UG students and

100 PG students are undertaking agricultural education on this campus. College has well

experienced, learned and qualified faculty members.

The total farm land as per 7/12 extract is 131.38 ha, including Shenda Park, and

uncultivated land under buildings, roads, grass land. The college is having lift on

Panchganga river with discharge capacity of 6.6 cusec and 7 wells for protective and

seasonal irrigation. Recently, the Rajaram Tank Lift Irrigation Scheme is commissioned

as an alternative arrangement for irrigation water supply to various farms through quarry

behind boys’ hostel. The crops like paddy, nagali, maize, sorghum, sugarcane,



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groundnut, soybean, wheat, gram, sesamum, greengram, redgram, blackgram and

sunflower are grown and cultivated in Kolhapur region. The college farm is having

threshing yards (2), godowns (2), drying sheds (1), silo pits (3) polyhouses (3) and farm

machineries like tractors (9) along with power tillers (4), ploughs, ridgers, ferti-cum seed

drill, rotavators, threshing machine and trolleys. The horticultural crops like coconut,

sapota, mango, aonla and pomegranate are under cultivation. The Agricultural Botany

section is having a well-equipped plant tissue culture laboratory and forestry block

having different plant species. The central instrumentation cell with all sophisticated and

modern instruments is with Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry section. The

Agricultural Entomology section is having a bio-control laboratory for mass production

of Trichograma chiloinis and there is a bio-control unit for mass production of Phule

Trichoderma, Biofertilizer and Mushroom production unit in Plant Pathology section.

The Agronomy section has well established B type meteorological observatory

alongwith automated weather station. Seed processing plant is being utilized for

processing of different crops by Agronomy and Engineering Section. The Agricultural

Engineering section is also having computer laboratory (ARIS) and models for

watershed and water measuring devices. The Animal Husbandry and Dairy Science

section is having sufficient animals viz., cattles (31) and goats (98) alongwith potential

production of milk to the tune of 3,000 liters per month and different milk products. The

college library is also having about 36604 books, 4754 technical / bound journals, 21

general magazines (monthly) and 10 newspapers. The college is having separate hostel

and gymkhana facilities for boys and girls alongwith well developed playground for all

types of sports.

College is located in educational hub surrounded by institutes viz., Shivaji

University, Chatrapati Shahu Institute Business Education and Research (SIBER),

Rajaram College, Kolhapur Institute of Technology, Govt. Poly-technic etc.. There are

many co-operative dairies viz., WARANA, GOKUL, SAHAKAR, MAHALAXMI and

private dairy farms viz., Chitale, Shahu, poultry farms, food processing units, green

houses, horticulture and tissue culture nurseries. This gives an opportunity to the

students to undertake need based collaborative research work and provide better

employment opportunities. Further, such facilities are useful for in-plant training under

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13.2 Weakness

The college comes under sub montane zone with average annual rainfall of

1024 mm and distribution is uneven. The soils are lighter and medium in depth with low

water holding capacity. There is also a need of water harvesting and conservation. The

wells on college farm need deepening, desilting and construction for increasing the

storage capacity. The permanent wall fencing is required to protect farm and educational

institute as farm area is bisected by two national highways and is also surrounded by

Kolhapur. The undergraduate teachers need specialized trainings in specialized advanced

fields for upgradation and effective teaching. There is no separate auditorium hall at

college campus hence, an auditorium of 1000 audience capacity is required. The lecture

and practical halls/ laboratories of the college need to be upgraded with audio-visual and

multimedia equipments for effective teaching. Provision of vehicles like two jeeps and

two buses are to be made for effective implementation of RAWE and study tours of

experiential learning modules with additional budget. Insufficient man-power and delay

in filling the vacant positions is one of the major problems. Similarly, due to many

private affiliated Agricultural Colleges the work load of teaching staff of constituent

colleges has increased in manyfolds. Further, due to vacancies of ministerial staff, many

times teaching staff has to carryout non-teaching and unrelated work. Therefore, the

vacant posts of teaching and non-teaching cadres should be filled in for effective

teaching, research and extension education activities. Similarly, the pooled posts of this

college should be restored. The additional facilities like swimming pool, badminton and

basketball court are to be created at college campus.

13.3 Opportunities

The climatic conditions of Kolhapur region is really congenial for agriculture,

horticulture and silvi-pasture. Hence, there is a wide scope to utilize the existing facilities

for research on agriculture, agroforestry and horticulture by sanctioning a separate

research centre. The existing plant tissue culture laboratory can be utilized for large-scale

micro-propagation of horticultural and vegetable crops. The undulating topography of

college be managed on watershed basis for improving productivity of marginal land and

also to conserve soil and water to recharge the wells on farm. There is scope for

utilization of non conventional energy resources (solar and wind) by creation of energy

park at college campus. Enhancement of value added products on commercial basis viz.,



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Phule cold drinks, anola candy, milk products, sugarcane juice etc. Commercial seed

production of sugarcane, field and horticultural crops.

The new curriculum with experiential learning programme is helpful to the

students to acquire technical abilities and entrepreneurship qualities and to start their

own agribusiness. Many research institutes which are located in Kolhapur can provide

research avenues to the staff and students. Students can tap the opportunities for export

of value added agricultural products.

13.4 Threats

The college was established in 1963 at Kasaba Bawada, Kolhapur and shifted

during 1969 to the existing place on old NH- 4 which is away from Kolhapur city. The

college farm and premises need protection by constructing boundary walls around for

preventing illegal encroachments and trespassing. Due to inadequate water supply,

insufficient facilities of farm mechanization, non-availability of drying sheds, threshing

yards and godowns, the farm receipts are badly affected. These receipts can be increased

by providing the above facilities on top priority.

The audiovisual aids in lecture and practical halls are insufficient and hence,

need to be modernized for effective teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate students.

The grants allotted for undergraduate teaching need to be revised with provision of

separate budget for implementing the RAWE and Experiential Learning Modules. The

vacant posts and pooled posts are adversely affecting the quality of UG and PG teaching.

Non availability of guest house facility for scientists and farmers at the college campus.

The existing Lift Irrigation Scheme on Panchanganga river is 33 years old, which needs

frequent repairs and maintenance. Hence new Lift Irrigation Scheme on Panchanganga

river is highly essential for providing uninterrupted water supply to college farm.

The constituent college staff has burden of academic duties in private/ affiliated

colleges which affect the standard of education. Introduction of foreign Agricultural

Universities / Deemed Universities in the field of Agriculture also can be a threat.

13.5 Suggestions and plans to minimize and / or overcome weaknesses

and threats

Construct the compound wall around college premises.

Vacant positions to be filled in on priority basis and pooled posts be reinstate.



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Agriculture graduates be encouraged to join Agricultural services instead of civil

services and Special cell to prepare for JRF, SRF and ASRB examinations and

studies abroad be established.

The excess burden of work load of private colleges on the staff members of

constituent colleges needs to be reduced.

13.6 Suggestions and plan to maximize the strength and exploit the

opportunities

Collaborative research projects with different national and inter-national

institutes should be undertaken.

In plant training should be given to the students for entrepreneurship

development in collaboration with private organizations and industries.

Training programme should be arranged for staff and students on emerging

technology to develop entrepreneurship in agribusiness for improving the quality

of Experiential Learning Modules.



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14. SUMMARY

As per the guidelines given by the ICAR, New Delhi, the self Study Report for

the period 2007-08 to 2012-13 is comprehensively summarized, which comprise of

highlights and achievements in education, research and extension along with

shortcomings and deficiencies. The future plans to overcome the shortcomings and for

improvements in the field of education, research and extension is also discussed in brief.

14.1 Highlights and Achievements

14.1.1 Education

1. Implemented new course curriculum (All India pattern) as per the 4th

Deans’

Committee of ICAR (2007-08).

2. Establishment of well equipped laboratories for conducting practicals of advanced

and applied courses with help of flow charts, new medicinal and aromatic plants,

recent varieties, ornamental plants and fruit orchards etc.

3. Central instrumentation cell with highly sophisticated and high precision

equipments with facility of soil, water and fertilizer testing.

4. Established modern equipped plant tissue culture laboratory in the Botany section.

5. Erected four greenhouses, one glass house and three shade net houses for

educational, extension and research purposes.

6. Developed well equipped Central Assessment Process (CAP) Centre for speedy

declaration of results

7. Developed computer laboratory with 32 computers in the Agricultural Engineering

section.

8. In all 150 computers provided to all the sections, library, research schemes and

Associate Dean and PAO’s office.

9. Facilities like e-mail, Internet, LAN, computer literature etc. are provided to the

students and staff of the College through 10mbps VPN connectivity from BSNL.

10. Lecture halls, seminar hall and examination halls are being renovated and

modernized.

11. New library building with facility of recent books, journals, periodicals, e-books ,

e-journals through CeRA and CD ROM with internet facility.

12. Revised and updated practical manuals of 32 undergraduate courses.



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13. Renovated the boys’ hostel.

14. The hostel facility for PG students (boys and girls) is under construction.

15. The facilities including canteen, mess, students’ consumer co-operative store etc.

are developed.

16. Gymnasium was strengthened with modern equipments for boys and girls.

17. Established bio-control (air conditioned) and Sericulture unit at Agril. Entomology

section.

18. Established bio-fertilizer unit in Plant Pathology section.

19. Organized coaching classes to the students who appeared for Junior Research

Fellowship (ICAR) examination. The 140 students passed JRF examination held by

ICAR in last six years, among them 47 bagged the fellowship. Two students are

selected in IIM, Ahmedabad for PGDM in Agri-Business Management.

20. New 2500 trees planted on college campus under tree plantation programme.

21. Developed Plant Disease Museum with different diseases samples.

22. Developed mushroom production and Trichoderma Production Unit.

23. Development of well equipped laboratories for Agricultural Engineering i.e. Farm

Machinery and Power, Soil and Water Conservation Engineering, Post-harvest

engineering, ARIS and computer laboratory.

24. Since last six years the cadets have brought laurels to this college with cent percent

result in ‘B’ (151 students) and ‘C’ (150 students) certificate examination.

25. The college farm is modernized by providing micro-irrigation systems, amounting

to Rs. 53.61 lakh, to the cropped area of 40 hectares and farm receipts were

increased substantially.

26. The farm wise receipt generated during last six years were Rs. 78.59 lakh from

Agronomy farm, Rs. 47.22 lakh from Dairy farm, Rs. 25.39 lakh from Horticulture

farm, Rs. 19.02 lakh from Bio fertilizer production unit.

27. Seed processing unit is established in 2010, every year nearly 40 tons seed of

Paddy and Soybean crops are processed and about receipt of Rs.1.50 lakh is

generated.

28. Bio fertilizer unit has generated Rs. 19.02 lakh receipts benefiting more than 3000

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14.1.2 Research

14.1.2.1 Agril. Extension

The Six recommendations based on the research studies carried out by Extension

Education Section, College of Agriculture had been approved by the Joint AGRESCO

during last five years. These recommendations are related to improvement of salt

affected soil, problems of jaggary producing units, use of drip irrigation, development of

agricultural entrepreneurship, importance of demonstrations and exposure visits for

fodder management by goat keepers and measures to harness potential of National

Horticulture Mission.

14.1.2.2 Agril. Botany

The soybean variety KS-103 developed by Dr. S.R. Shinde is identified by the

Director, Soybean, Indore in the Annual group Meeting scheduled from 1-3 May, 2013

at Jorhat (Assam). The new variety is recommended for South Zone comprising

Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The yield potential of KS-

103 is 30qtls/ha. with tolerance to leaf rust of soybean.

Multi-location rice trials are conducted under Maharashtra State Co-ordinated

rice improvement programme at Agricultural Botany division from Kharif 2010. The

trials of the year 2011 revealed that the genotype RTN-10-1-1-1 from early coarse

grain types, genotype RTN 9-3-2 from mid late coarse group were produced higher yield

than their respective checks KJT-3 and KJT-5. Whereas, genotype RTN – 4-1-2-1-1

ranked first in AVT (Mid late) and in advance varietal trial (Early) the state check variety

KJT – 5 produced the highest yield over all the entries under testing

The 301 Medicinal and Aromatic plant species were collected from various

places of Kolhapur, Nanudarbar, Sindhudurg and Thane districts. The collected species

were multiplied and planting material was supplied to the needy farmers under adhoc

research project, ‘Exploration and Inventorization of medicinal plants from Western

Ghats of Kolhapur region’.

The production technology of different medicinal species viz., Ashwagandha,

Safed Musali, Sarpagandha had been studied under adhoc research project ‘Development

of production technology and supply of nursery plants of selected medicinal and

aromatic plant species for Kolhapur region’. The above two adhoc research projects were

implemented at Agril. Botany section from April 2006 to 31st March, 2009.



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14.1.2.3 Agril. Entomology

Dr. P. B. Mohite, Associate Professor of Agril. Entomology reported a new

species of white grub, Phyllognatgus dionysius first time in Western Maharashtra

infesting sugarcane and soybean. The work on identification of different species of white

grub in Western Maharashtra is in progress. Recently, in collaboration with National

Bureau of Agril. Important Insects (NBAII) Bangalore, utilization of Entomopathogenic

Nematode for management of Leucopholis and Holotricha serrata the work on field

demonstration was undertaken.

14.1.3 Extension

14.1.3.1 College Development Block

The number of extension activities viz., farm and home visits, shivar ferries,

farmers rallies, Meetings and group discussions undertaken by college development

block during last six year were more than 19355.

The college development blocks supplied the seeds improved cultivars of paddy

and soybean to 1045 farmers during kharif whereas, seeds of wheat, sorghum and gram

to more than 430 farmers during rabi season or result demonstrations. Sugarcane setts of

Phule- 265 were supplied to 415 farmers during last six years.

More than 70,000 grafts / seedlings of fruit crops viz. mango, sapota, guava,

citrus were supplied to the farmers in the region.

Every year, near about 10 to 15 thousand farmers, students and officers are

visiting College of Agriculture, Kolhapur. The extension department organizes visits and

provides the information of different research projects to the visitors. Radio talks and

television interviews on different subjects are delivered by the professors.

The farmers are benefited regarding improved agricultural technology introduced

by Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri. Also, the problems regarding pests and

diseases of crops, animal disease, soil problems, introduction of improved varieties,

problems of fruit orchards and vegetables, etc. through bio-control and impact of IPM

practices are resolved.

The Professor of Extension Education, the SMS of RAWE attends monthly

meetings, group discussions, and farmers’ rally and guides the students & farmers of

their respective centers during the RAWE programme.

During the period under report about 3000 soil samples were analyzed and soil

health cards were distributed to the host farmer in RAWE programme .



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The RAWE students have carried out 101367 extension activities including

transfer of technology.

14.1.3.2 Regional Extension Centre

The regional extension centre, Kolhapur acted as the District Resource

Organization for conducting Training Programme under Integrated Watershed

Development Project to Project Functionaries, for the year 2010-11 and 2011-12.

The centre has conducted demonstrations on 200 ha. through RKVY Project viz.

‘White Grub Control Campaign on Cluster basis for Sugarcane Cultivation /Ratoon crop’

in eight tahsils.

Conducted three farmers training programme on scaling of water productivity

during 2010 and 2011.Distributed 30 micro-irrigation system sets (drip/sprinkler/ micro-

sprinkler, rain gun) in Kolhapur district for Farmers Participatory Adaptive Research

Project funded by GOI, New Delhi.

Two training of 25 farmers on ' Use of Improved Agril. Implements and

Demonstrating was conducted by Agril. Engineering section and Regional Extension

Centre in January and March 2007, respectively. Conducted training of 50 farmers on

Development of Elite planting material and model plantation funded by NOVOD Board,

Gurgaon, Haryana in March 2010.

14.2 Short Comings

1. Lack of wall compound for Agricultural College campus, farm and buildings.

2. Need of renovation of all sectional buildings particularly their colouring,

electrification, water supply, water proofing, sanitary units, etc. because these are

very old of more than 40 years.

3. There is no auditorium hall, since establishment of this college almost 50 years

ago.

4. Vacant posts of technical and non-technical staff members.

5. There is urgent need to replace the existing pretty old pipelines of Panchaganga

Lift Irrigation Project, old tractors, buses and farm machinery and equipments.

6. Need for preparation of bituminous roads on farm and in between all sections.

7. No good transport facilities. All vehicles are pretty old. Hence, allotment of new

vehicles i.e. jeeps (two) buses (two) for implementation of extension work,

preferably RAWE programme and experiential learning programme etc.



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8. Renovation of glasshouse, greenhouse, etc.

9. Watershed development and water harvesting i.e. widening of existing wells,

replacing of the electric motors (80 HP) of lift irrigation scheme.

10. Upgradation of existing gymkhana facilities for boys.

11. Creation of new gymnasium and visitors rooms in girls’ Hostel.

12. Strengthening of existing Plant Tissue Culture Laboratory with sufficient material

and equipments for teaching biotechnology course and commercialization of

micro-propagated plants.

13. Lack of training facilities to undergraduate teachers and laboratory assistants for

advanced and applied undergraduate courses.

14. Insufficient advanced teaching aids for extension, trainings and teaching.

15. Lack of inputs for effective implementation of RAWE and experiential learning

programmes.

16. Sale counter for farm produced products, seed and products of post harvest

technology such as Phule cold drinks, anola candy etc.

14.3 Plans for Improvement

a) Agril. Botany

Strengthening of existing PTCL laboratories with sufficient equipments and

materials to conduct biotechnology practicals.

b) Agricultural Economics

Establishment of Market Information Centre at College of Agriculture, Kolhapur.

Establishment Computer laboratory for UG and PG teaching.

c) Agricultural Engineering

Demonstration plot for different irrigation system

Installation of Rice mill and Mini Dal mill for processing of rice and pulses

Upgradation of implements shed as a implement museum for students and

farmers

Installation of Soil Water Conservation structures in the college campus

d) Agril. Entomology

Management of white grub with biopesticide.

Work on genetic diversity in white grub, Helicoverpa armigera, Spodoptera and

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Mass multiplication of Emtomopathogenic nematodes (EPN).

Field trials with EPN against white grub.

Large scale production of biopesticide

e) Extension Education

Establishment of interactive classroom for teaching.

Purchase of advanced audio-visual aids for dissemination of advanced

technology to the farmers

Establishment of PG laboratory along with computer facility.

f) Agronomy

Construction of wall compounds around farm and office buildings.

Construction of drying sheds, godowns and threshing yards.

Purchase of new tractors and their accessories, farm machinery and equipments.

Development of irrigation facilities including intake chamber on Panchganga lift

and widening and deepening of the existing wells.

Renovation of existing threshing yards, drying sheds, ware houses.

Development of existing farm roads i.e. preparation of bituminous roads.

Upgradation, automation and renovation of existing meteorological Observatory

(from existing ‘C’ type into ‘B’ or ‘A’ type).

Purchase of computers, photocopying machine and audiovisual aids.

g) Animal Science and Dairy Science

Establishment of commercial buffalo and cow unit (50 Nos.) for dairying.

Expansion of existing sheep and goat unit (100 Nos. each).

Renovation of old dairy byre structure.

Construction of dairy byre structure at Shenda Park unit.

Land development at Shenda Park.

Wall fencing at Shenda Park and Main Dairy Farm at College.

h) Horticulture

Purchase of new tractor and various farm implements.

Construction of store.

Deepening and construction of existing wells

Strengthening of PHT laboratory

Sectional farm development:

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Purchases of research microscope with video facility.

Erection of glass house for pathological research work.

j) Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry

Purchase of equipments viz. Inductively coupled plasma emission

spectrophotometry, Atomic absorption spectrophotometer, Glass liquid chromatography,

UVIS spectrophotometer, Flame photometer for P.G. programmes.

k) Regional Extension Centre

Establishment of Agricultural Technology Information Centre cum Farmers’

Training Hall.

Construction of Farmers’ Hostel (Accommodation for 100 farmers)

Establishment of Technology Museum for visitors.

14.4 Suggestions for re-organization and restructuring of

infrastructure and academic programme.

All lecture halls and laboratories need to be equipped with all projection facilities

and internet connectivity.

Teaching faculty may be upgraded with refresher courses frequently for the

developments in information technology.

The development of infrastructure facilities for Post Graduate Institute,

auditorium, gymnasium for girls and protection wall for college campus.

There should be separate contingency for conducting experiential learning

modules.


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Steering Committee for Self Study Report of


1 Dr. N.Y. Patil, Associate Dean Chairman

2. Dr. R. R. Suryawanshi, Prof. of Agril. Economics Co-ordinator

3 Dr. G.D. Patil, Prof. of SSAC Member

4 Dr. V. A . Khaire, Prof. of Entomology Member

5 Dr. S.R. Shinde, I/C,Prof. of Agril. Botany Member

6 Dr. A. P. Patil, I/C,Prof. of Agril. Engineering Member

7 Dr. S.V. Sawant, I/C,Prof. of Horticulture Member

8 Prof. B.T. Kolgane, I/C, Prof. of Extn. Education Member

9 Dr. D. K. Kamble, I/C, Prof. of A.H.D.S. Member

10 Dr. V. B. Gedam, Asstt. Prof. Agronomy Member

11 Dr. H.R. Shinde, Asstt. Prof. Agril. Economics Member

12 Shri. R. N. Bhujbal, Asstt. Registrar Member

13 Shri. V.T. Patil, Asstt. Comptroller Member

14 Er. A.B. Deshpande, Technical Officer Member Secretary


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Task Forces and their Chairmen for preparation of Self Study

Report

Sr.

No.

Title of the Chapter Chairman of the Task Force

1 History and Development of the Institution Er. A.B. Deshpande,

Asstt. Professor & Tech.Officer

2 Mission and Goals Dr. R.R. Suryawanshi

Professor of Agril. Economics

3 Organization and Governance Shri. R.N. Bhujbal

Asstt. Registrar

4 Academic Programmes and Curricula Dr. Y.R. Jadhav

Associate Professor of Agril. Engg.

5 Faculty and Other Human Resources Dr. G.D. Patil

Professor of SSAC

6 Student Development Dr. K.K. Mangave

Associate Professor, Horticulture

7 Library and Other Learning Resources Smt. M.J. Patil

College Librarian

8 Physical Facilities Dr. A. P. Patil

I/C, Professor of Agril. Engg.

9 Financial Resources Shri. V.T. Patil

Asstt. Comptroller

10 Research Dr. S.R. Shinde

I/C, Professor of Agril. Botany

11 Extension Education and Information services Prof. B.T. Kolgane

I/C, Professor of Extn. Education

12 Other Units and Information Services Prof. B.T. Kolgane

I/C, Professor of Extn. Education

13 Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities and

Threats (SWOT) analysis

Dr. Y.R. Jadhav

Associate Professor of Agronomy

14 Summary and College Profile Dr. H. R. Shinde,

Asstt. Prof. of Agril. Economics


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Editorial Board for Preparation of Self Study Report

Sr. No. Title of the Chapter Task

1 Prof. B.T. Kolgane

I/C, Professor of Extension Education

Chief Editor

2 Dr. D. S. Patil,

Associate Professor of SSAC

Member

3 Dr. K.K. Mangave,

Associate Professor, Horticulture

Member

4 Dr. A.A. Pisal

Extension Agronomist, REC

Member

5 Dr. A.G.Bhoite

Associate Professor of Agril. Botany

Member

6 Dr. D. D. Patange

Asstt. Professor of ASDS

Member

7 Dr. U.D. Jagadale

Asstt. Prof. of Extension Education

Member Secretary

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ANNEXURE-I

Semester wise course distribution of B.Sc. (Agri.) Programme

Semester-I

Sr.

No.

Course No. Title of the course Credits

Theory Practical Total

1 AGRO.111 Principle of Agronomy 1 1 2

2 AGRO.112 Agricultural Meteorology 1 1 2

3 AGRO.113 Introductory Agriculture (Ancient

heritage, agricultural scenario and

gender equity in Agriculture

1 0 1

4 BOT.111 Environmental Science 1 1 2

5 SSAC.111 Introduction to Soil Science 2 1 3

6 PATH.111 Introductory Plant Pathology 1 1 2

7 HORT.111 Production Technology of fruit crops 2 1 3

8 EXTN.111 Fundamentals of Rural Sociology and

Educational Psychology

2 0 2

9 ASDS.111 Livestock Production and Management 1 1 2

Total 12 7 19

10 LANG.111 Comprehension and Communication

Skills in English (NC )

1 1 2

11 PHY.EDN.111 Physical Education (NC ) 0 1 1

12 MATH.111 Mathematics (Deficiency course) (NC) 1 1 2

Grand Total 12 7 19

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Semester-II

Sr.

No.



1 AGRO.124 Water Management including Micro

Irrigation

2 1 3

2 SSAC.122 Soil Chemistry, Soil Fertility &

Nutrient Management

2 1 3

3 MIBO.121 Agricultural Microbiology 2 1 3

4 BOT.122 Principles of Genetics 2 1 3

5 ECON.121 Principles of Agricultural Economics 2 0 2

6 EXTN.122 Dimensions of Agricultural Extension 1 1 2

7 ENGG.121 Fundamentals of Soil and Water

Conservation Engineering

1 1 2

8 STAT.121 Statistics 1 1 2

Total 13 7 20

10 NSS.121 National Service Scheme/ National

Cadet Corps ( NC)

0 1 1

11 NCC.121 National Service Scheme/ National

Cadet Corps ( NC)

0 1 1

Grand total 13 20

Semester-III

Sr.

No.



1 AGRO.235 Field Crops –(I) (Kharif Crops) 2 1 3

2 AGRO.236 Practical Crop Production (I)

(Kharif Crops)

0 1 1

3 BOT.233 Principles of Plant Breeding 2 1 3

4 BOT.234 Crop Physiology 2 1 3

5 PATH.232 Principles of Plant Pathology 1 1 2

6 ENTO.231 Insect Morphology and Systematics 2 1 3

7 HORT.232 Production Technology of Vegetables

and Flowers

1 1 2

8 ENGG.232 Introduction to Computer and

Applications

1 1 2

9 ECON.232 Production Economics and Farm

Management

1 1 2

Total 12 9 21

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Semester-IV

Sr.

No.



1 AGRO - 247 Field Crops-(II) (Rabi Crops) 2 1 3

2 AGRO - 248 Practical Crop Production (II) (Rabi

crops)

0 1 1

3 BOT-245 Breeding Pf field and Horticultural

Crops

2 1 3

4 SSAC-243 Manures, Fertilizers and Agrochemicals 2 1 3

5 PATH-243 Diseases of Field Crops and their

Management

2 1 3

6 ENTO-242 Insect Ecology, Integrated Pest

Management and Beneficial Insects

2 1 3

7 HORT - 243 Production Technology of spices,

Aromatics, Medicinal and Plantation

Crops.

1 1 2

8 ECON - 243 Agriculture Finance & Co- operation. 1 1 2

9 ASDS - 242 Livestock Breeding and Nutrition 1 1 2

Total 13 9 22

Semester-V

Sr.

No.



1 AGRO.359 Weed Management 1 1 2

2 BOT.356 Principles of Plant Biotechnology 2 1 3

3 SSAC.354 Biochemistry 2 1 3

4 PATH.354 Diseases of horticultural crops and their

management

2 1 3

5 ENTO.353 Crops pests and stored grain pest and

their management

2 1 3

6 ECON.354 Agricultural Marketing, Trade and

Prices

1 1 2

7 EXTN.353 Extension Methodologies for Transfer

of Agricultural Technology

1 1 2

8 ASDS.353 Technology of Milk and Milk Products 1 1 2

9 ENGG.353 Farm Power and Machinery 1 1 2

Total 13 9 22

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Semester-VI

Sr.

No.



1 AGRO - 3610 Farming Systems and Sustainable

Agriculture

1 1 2

2 AGRO - 3611 Organic and Rainfed farming 1 1 2

3 BOT-367 Principles of Seed Technology 2 1 3

4 HORT - 364 Post- harvest Management and Value

Addition of Fruits and Vegetables

1 1 2

5 ECON - 365 Agri – Business Management 1 1 2

6 EXTN-364 Entrepreneurship Development and

Communication Skills

1 1 2

7 ENGG- 364 Protected Cultivation and post-harvest

Technology

1 1 2

8 ASDS- 364 Technology of Milk and Milk Products 1 1 2

9 ENTO - 364 Introductory Nematology 1 1 2

Total 10 9 19

Semester-VII

Sr.

No.



1 RAWE-AGRO.4712 RAWE Agronomy 0 2 2

2 RAWE-ASDS.475 RAWE Animal Science

and Dairy Science

0 2 2

3 RAWE-BOT.478 RAWE Agril.Botany 0 1 1

4 RAWE-ECON.476 RAWE Agril. Economics 0 2 2

5 RAWE-ENT.475 RAWE Agril.Entomology 0 2 2

6 RAWE-AG.ENGG.475 RAWE Agril. Engineering 0 1 1

7 RAWE-EXTN.475 RAWE Extension Education 0 2 2

8 RAWE-HORT.475 RAWE Horticulture 0 2 2

9 RAWE-PATH.475 RAWE Plant Pathology 0 2 2

10 RAWE-SSAC.475 RAWE Soil Science and Agril.

Chemistry

0 2 2

11 - Exposure Visit :

Agril. Research station/ KVK

and Agro based

Industry/Enterprise

0 2 2

Total 0 20 20

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Semester-VIII

Sr.

No.

Course No. Title of the Module /

courses

Credits Major

Department

Associated

Departments

1. AEL-SSAC-486 Soil & Water Clinic 0+20=20 SSAC AGRO., ECON,

EXTN., ENGG.

2. AEL-HORT-487 Nursery Management

of Horticultural Crops

0+20=20 HORT ECON., EXTN,

ENTO, PATH,

SSAC, BOT, ENGG.

3. AEL-PATH-487 Bio-Fertilizer

Production

0+20=20 Pl. Path ENTO, ECON,

EXTN, ENGG.

4. AEL-ENT-488 Mulberry Sericulture 0+20=20 ENTO AGRO, PATH,

ECON, EXTN,

ENGG.

5. AEL-AGRO-

4813

Seed Production of

Field Crops and

Processing

0+20=20 AGRO SSAC, ECON,

EXTN, PATH, ENT,

BOT, ENGG.

6. AEL-ASDS-487 Milk & Milk

Production

0+20=20 ASDS ECON, EXTN,

ENGG.

7. AEL-ENGG-486 Farm Mechanization 0+20=20 ENGG. SSAC,AGRO,

ECON, EXTN

Total 20

Credit distribution of M.Sc. (Agri.) degree

Semester Major

courses

Minor

courses

Supporting

courses

Seminar Total Non credit

compulsory

courses

Credits

I 9 6 3 -- 18 2

II 9 3 3 -- 15 2

III 3 -- -- -- 3 2

IV -- -- -- 1 1 --

Total 21 9 6 1 37 6

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Annexure- II

Application for Accreditation of a college

………………………………………………………………………………. No. ACK/ TO/ Accreditation-SSR/ / 2013


Date:

To,

The Secretary,

Accreditation Board,

Indian Council of Agricultural Research,

Krushi Anusandhan Bhavan-II, Pusa

New Delhi- 1100012

Subject: Accreditation of College of Agriculture, Kolhapur . . . .

Sir,

I request that the College of Agriculture, Kolhapur is a constituent college of

Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri, District Ahmednagar (Maharashtra), may

kindly be considered for accreditation by the ICAR Accreditation Board for the period

from 14th

August 2013 to 13th

August 2018.

We may kindly be supplied required format and other documents if any to

conduct the self study and to prepare the self study report of the college for accreditation.

Yours faithfully

Registrar,

Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth,

Rahuri- 413722, Dist.- Ahmednagar

(Maharashtra)

Associate Dean

College of Agriculture,

Kolhapur

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Annexure- IV

Certificate of the Self Study Report of a College

(This certificate should be inserted in the Self Study Report)

………………………………………………………………………………. No. ACK/ TO/ Accreditation-SSR/ / 2013


Date:

To,

The Secretary,

Accreditation Board,

Indian Council of Agricultural Research,

Krushi Anusandhan Bhavan-II, Pusa

New Delhi- 110012

Subject: Submission of Self Study Report of the College of Agriculture,

Kolhapur.

Sir,

The Self Study Report is submitted for the purpose of assisting in the

determination as to whether or not this college should become accredited by the ICAR

Accreditation Board.

It is certified that there was broad participation by the various constituents of the

college in conduct of Self Study and preparation of Self Study Report and the report

accurately reflects the nature and substance of the college.

Yours faithfully

Registrar,

Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth,

Rahuri- 413722, Dist.- Ahmednagar

(Maharashtra)

Associate Dean

College of Agriculture,

Kolhapur

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ANNEXTURE-VII

Check list to be completed by the Peer Review Team for Accreditation

of Agricultural Universities and Colleges

1. Name and address of the college : College of Agriculture, Kolhapur

Vidyanagar, Old PB Road, Kolhpaur- 416004,

Maharashtra

2. Mission, goals and objectives

2.1 College has well defined mission, goals and objectives :

2.2 Observations :

3. Vision and Strategies

3.1 College has developed a vision document :

3.2 College has formulated strategies (Strategic Plan) to implement its vision:

3.3 Observations :

4. Organization and Governance

4.1 College structure is as per ICAR Model Act 1994 :

4.2 Deviations, if any :

4.3 Appointment of Vice Chancellor is as per Model Act 1994 :

4.4 Deans, Directors, Heads of Institutions and Departments are appointed for 5

year’s tenure based on National open competition :

4.5 Observations :

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5. Academic programs

5.1 Inter disciplinary and collaborative approach is followed by involving ICAR

institutions and general universities its teaching and examination process.

: 5.2 There is well laid down procedure, which is followed for starting / closing

down a new campus/ college program/ center / department

:

5.3 Schedule of teaching and practical classes are notified regularly, and then

records are available.

: 5.4 Mid term and final exam’s question papers are preserved and are available.

: .

5.5 External-cum-Internal examination system is followed :

5.6 What is the percentage of external examiners from general universities?

:

5.7 Observations :

6. Faculty and other Human Resources

6.1 For Assistant Professor cadre (entry level) NET is an essential requirement

:

6.2 Enough time is given after recruitment to develop proficiency in local

Language

:

6.3 There is provision for lateral entry of Assoc. Professor and above cadre

:

6.4 Total scientific staff and its distribution.

Professor Assoc. Prof. Asstt. Prof. Total

No.: No.: No: No.:

%. %. %. - %. -

6.5 Portion of faculty with Master’s and Doctoral degrees

Master’s Degree (%) :

Doctoral Degree (%) :

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6.6 Proportion of the faculty from the state and outside

Cadre State (%) Outside (%)

Professor

Asso. Prof.

Asst. Prof.

6.7 Faculty structure and number are as per ICAR norms

:

6.8 What is the ratio between teachers and other staff, including field workers?

6.9 There is an appropriate grievance reprisal procedure

:

6.10 Observations :

7 Students development

7.1 ICAR norms for admission is followed :

7.2 Domicile status of students

UG (%) PG (%)

From within state -

From outside state -

From outside country - -

7.3 University / College have a placement Cell which is working effectively.

:

7.4 Campus interviews are held for employment of outgoing students

:

7.5 Average percentage of students who get employment through campus

interview during last 5 years.

UG (%)

PG (%) -

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7.6 Percentage of unemployed graduates

UG (%)

PG (%)

7.7 Students performance in entrance examination during last 5 years (average %

of students qualified with respect to total passed-out students)

JRF (%) : GATE (%) : CAT (%) :

GRE (%). SRF (%) :

ICAR Deemed: Other Universities: Others if any,

Specify (%):

Universities (%) : Including SAUs (%) :

7.8 Selection in State and National level services during last five years

(Average % of students qualified with respect to total passed-out students).

a) Agricultural Universities and Research Organizations (%)

b) Agriculture and Allied Departments (%)-

c) State Public Service Commission (%)-

d) ARS (%)-

e) UPSC (%)-

f) Others specify (%)--

:

:

:

:

:

7.9 Observations :

8. University / College Research and Extension Services

Mention in quantitative terms, the achievements and impact of the University /

college Research and Extension services in the Region, the State and Nation during

last five years.

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8.1 High –yielding varieties and hybrids released

Regional

level

State

level

National

level

High yielding varieties (No.)

Hybrids (No.)

8.2 Number of improved

Technology released

8.3 Patent obtained (No.)

8.4 Increase in overall productivity (%)

Regional

level

State

level

National

level

a) Agriculture productivity (%)

b) Animal productivity (%)

c) Others (Specify) (%)

9 Library and Other Learning Centers

9.1 Library digitalized :

9.2 On-line literature search facility available in Library and Departments :

9.3 CD-ROM facility available :

9.4 Reprography facilities available in Library :

9.5 What is percentage of library budget to total institutions budget? :

9.6 Classrooms with audio-visual and other teaching aids available :

9.7 UG Labs are adequately equipped :

9.8 PG Labs are adequately equipped :

9.9 Observations:

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10 Physical facilities

10.1 Physical facilities meet the minimum norms

a) Class room

b) Laboratories

c) Instructional Farm

d) Class room

e) Sports and games

10.2 Observations

11. Financial Sustainability

11.1 Indicate total university / college budget during last 5 years and its growth

rate in % keeping (a) as the base year

Year ICAR-SAU Scheme 111

(Regular grants)

2007-08

2008-09

2009-10

2010-11

2011-12

b) 15% increase in subsequent years.

11.2 Share of grants from different sources during last 5 years (Average %

received compared to total budget).

a) State Government (%)

b) ICAR (%)

c) Central Government (%)

d) Internal (University / College (%)

e) Others, specify (%)

11.3 Whether university / college had deficit budget (over-draft) during last 5

years)

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11.4 If yes, then to what extent during each year?

a)

11.5 Impact of deficit budget on university / college functioning

Inadequate staff and infrastructure caused stress on existing staff to achieve

the quality education.

11.6 Ratio of salary costs to operating and maintenance cost (International ratio

is 65:35, and National ratio is proposed as 9:1)

11.7 Ratio of budget expenditure on salary and other heads

11.8 Ratio of teacher’s salary to other staff salary

11.9 Corpus fund is available :.

If yes, amount (In crore rupees)

11.10 Power to accord financial sanction has been decentralized :

If yes, Amount for College Dean / Asso. Dean :

Powers has been deligated according to Heads and sub-heads of items

Equipments : Rs. 25,000/-

Computers : Rs. 50,000/-

Recurring contingency : Full power

11.11 Grants from State Government are received regularly by University and are

distributed to college well in time

11.12 Frequency of grants release :

11.13 List three most important activities undertaken for internal resources

generation during last 5 years

11.14 Observations

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12 Publications and other units

12.1 University and college report published regularly :

12.2 Annual updated list of faculty with their credential is published :

12.3 Research publications from the faculty and students during last 5 years

a) Number of research papers published in refereed

National Journals

b) Number of research papers published in refereed

International Journals-

c) Number of Text / Reference books published

d) Other publications (Practical manual, Extension booklet, Monograms,

etc.)

12.4 Institutional and manpower planning unit exists -

12.5 Educational Technology cell established -

13 National / International awards and recognition during last 5 years

13.1 Institutional Awards

a) Best university award - Year of award --

b) Ranking of University / college in JRF and SRF

Sr. No. Year JRF SRF

i) 2007-08 --

ii) 2008-09 --

ii) 2009-10 --

iv) 2010-11 --

v) 2011-12 --

c) University ranking in Agricultural University Youth Festival -

d) University ranking in Agricultural Sport Meet -

13.2 Faculty Awards

a) Best Teacher award (% of total faculty)

University ICAR

No. -- (%) -- No. -- (%)--

b) Best Ph.D. thesis award as major advisor- Jawaharlal Nehru Award

(No. & per cent of total faculty).

No. -- (%) -- Year --

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c) Research and other award

National -

International (No.) --

d) State, National and International recognition received by the faculty

State

National –

International - Nil

13.3 Students award (No)

Best Ph.D Thesis State and National State and National

Award level Sports & Level Cultural and

Games Awards Literacy Activities

Awards

-- -- --

13.4 Observations

14 Report from other accrediting / evaluating agencies including QRT etc.

14.1 University was evaluated earlier

a) Yes.

b) Evaluating agency with year of evaluation

i) Peers review committee.

ii) NA

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c) Major findings-

i) Associate Dean should make concrete efforts to encourage the

students to appear for JRF/ SRF exams. Special coaching be

organized for the students.

ii) Discipline wise question bank be prepared for each head of section.

iii) The ICAR guidelines regarding JRF/SRF be downloaded from

ICAR website

iv) The guidelines of Experiential Learning Programme be downloaded

from the ICAR website

v) All HOD should identify the adjunct faculty (at list 10) from

national / international institute in their respective discipline

vi) Internet facility should made available to students and faculty

Report is submitted by university to ICAR. : Yes

d) University response : Action Initiated

14.2 Evaluation of colleges by agencies like AICTE, VCI, etc.

a) -No

b) Name of the College, evaluating agencies and year

i) ii) ii)

c) Major findings -

d) University response -

14.3 Others, if any -

14.4 Observations -

15 Overall observations -

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