Department of Rural Technology

02/07/2025

21/05/2025

🌾🍄 Department of Rural Technology – HNB Garhwal University 🍄🌾
Success in Spawn Production of Pleurotus ostreatus (Oyster Mushroom)

We are delighted to share a glimpse of one of our ongoing and successful initiatives – the spawn production of Pleurotus ostreatus, commonly known as Oyster Mushroom, being conducted under the expert guidance of Prof. Rajendra Singh Negi, Head of the Department, Dr. Santosh Singh Rawat and . Dr. saini.
This initiative has shown promising results, with the department achieving a significant breakthrough in high-quality spawn production – a key step in sustainable and income-generating mushroom cultivation practices.
A special appreciation goes to Das, one of our dedicated Master’s students, for his active contribution and hands-on involvement in the project. His commitment and hard work have played an essential role in the success of this venture.
We also extend our sincere appreciation to the research scholars of the department— Ankit Sati singh rana Pratibha Rawat for their consistent insights and generous sharing of knowledge throughout.
Here are a few glimpses from our lab and production unit showcasing the process and progress!
🔬 We continue to strive toward applied research, innovation, and rural entrepreneurship through practical initiatives like this. Stay tuned for more updates!

15/06/2024

Glimpses of NAAC Visit 2024. Rajendra Singh NegiSantosh Singh RawatAnkit SatiHemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal Central UniversityPratibha RawatHNB Garhwal University@followers

10/06/2024

Glimpses of NAAC PEER TEAM, during the visit of the Department of Rural Technology Demonstration & Training Centre - Mushroom Cultivation & Spawn Production Unit, Apiary & Vermi-composting Unit, Automatic Weather Station & Research Block. Discussion with the NAAC Peer Team Chairman Prof. S. P. Bansal, member secretary Y. V. Reddy and G. Singaiah on various aspects of Community Outreach and Extension Training Activities, conducted for the Sustainable Livelihood for the Community by the Department on 6 June 2024. The Peer team members accompanying by the Dean School of Agriculture and Allied Science Prof. A. K. Negi, NAAC Coordinator Prof. Y. P. Rawani.
Rajendra Singh Negi Santosh Singh Rawat Pratibha Rawat
HNB Garhwal University Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal Central University Ankit Sati

05/06/2024

The department celebrated World Environment Day by planting various types of trees around the Rural Technology Demonstration and Training Centre. On this occasion, Prof. Ajit Kumar Negi, Dean of the School of Agriculture and Allied Science, and Head Prof. Rajendra Singh Negi Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal Central University were present. They motivated the faculty, PhD scholars, and students to plant more trees and take necessary actions for climate change resilience.
Santosh Singh Rawat Ankit Sati Pratibha Rawat

08/05/2024

"Exciting day at the Fruit Processing Lab in the Department of Horticulture and Fruit Processing in Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand! MSc students for an immersive learning experience."
Rajendra Singh Negi Santosh Singh Rawat Ankit Sati

04/05/2024

The Department of Rural Technology is actively engaged in community-oriented programs. Most recently, Professor Rajendra Singh Negi and students from the department participated in a book donation drive, collaborating with the Arts and Science Club at HNBGU and the Azim Premji Foundation.
Rajendra Singh Negi Santosh Singh Rawat Ankit Sati

06/02/2024

Join us at the National Conference on “Prospects and Challenges: Promoting Sustainable Farming Systems in Mountain Regions of Uttarakhand” (NCSFM-2024) organized by the Department of Rural Technology , HNB Garhwal University from March 14 to 16, 2024.
Submit Your Abstract on or before 10.02.2024.
The Committee will curate and publish only the most high-quality papers as a ‘Special Conference Collection’ in the prestigious ‘Weather, Climate & Society Journal ’ of AMS ( American Meteorological Society).
Registration Form link for Participation
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Registration Form link for Advertisement in Souvenir or Stall & Exhibition
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Event Details:
Date: March 14 - 16, 2024
Venue: Chauras Campus, HNBGU, Srinagar Garhwal
NCSFM-2024
Thanks one and all
Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal Central University Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University Rajendra Singh Negi Santosh Singh Rawat Vivek Singh Khulakpam Shah

01/02/2024

We are happy to announce the National Conference on “Prospects and Challenges: Promoting Sustainable Farming Systems in Mountain Regions of Uttarakhand” (NCSFM-2024) organized by the Department of Rural Technology , HNB Garhwal University from March 14 to 16, 2024.
Submit Your Abstract on or before 10.02.2024.
The Committee will curate and publish only the most high-quality papers as a ‘Special Conference Collection’ in the prestigious ‘Weather, Climate & Society Journal ’ of AMS ( American Meteorological Society).
Registration Form link for Participation
https://lnkd.in/g5xKpaN5
Registration Form link for Advertisement in Souvenir or Stall & Exhibition
https://lnkd.in/g6wg55hc

Event Details:
Date: March 14 - 16, 2024
Venue: Chauras Campus, HNBGU, Srinagar Garhwal
NCSFM-2024
Thanks one and all

Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal Central University

01/02/2024

During the ICAR-PRT visit to the School of Agriculture & Allied Science, Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal Central University, Department of Rural Technology had the chance to showcase the diverse activities undertaken by the Department. It was an honor for us to interact with esteemed personalities Professor N. Kumar, the former Vice-Chancellor of Tamil Nadu Agriculture University, Professor S. Siddaya, and Dr. N. K. Jain, the Member Secretary of ICAR.
HNB Garhwal University Rajendra Singh Negi Santosh Singh Rawat Pratibha Rawat Ankit Sati

04/01/2024

On 13 Dec 2023, A Fresher party was organized by the students for First-year students and Ph.D. Scholars. In the inaugural session, Prof. R. S. Negi, Head welcomed the new students and Ph.D. Scholars and wished them for the future, ensuring that their journey in the department will be enriching & fruitful, surrounded by the most encouraging and supportive environment.
Students from diverse regions of the country presented various cultural performances on the occasion.