PAU conducts soil, water sampling in Salempur
The Department of Extension Education in collaboration with the Department of Soil Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), has initiated a comprehensive survey on soil, water and plant health under the ICSSR-funded project titled “Waste to Resource: Treated Wastewater Irrigation Management System for Sustainable Agriculture Under One Health Approach in Punjab”. The survey is being conducted in the adopted village, Salempur, in Ludhiana district.
A team of PAU scientists comprising Dr Sumita Chandel, Dr Harsirman Kaur and Dr Lakhwinder Kaur carried out soil and water sampling with the support of local farmer Mewa Singh. The initiative aims to assess the impact of treated wastewater irrigation on soil health and agricultural sustainability.
During their visit, the team educated farmers on the importance of soil sampling and testing in maintaining soil health in intensive agricultural systems. The farmers, already mindful of the soil health, enthusiastically participated by submitting soil samples for testing. The results will be analysed and detailed soil test reports will be delivered directly to the farmers.
Community Science College students shine in youth fest
Students of the College of Community Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), achieved remarkable success at the Punjab State Inter-University Youth Festival-2024 held recently. Their exceptional talent in heritage events brought pride and recognition to the institution.
The winners included Gaganpreet Kaur, who secured first position in innu making, Damandeep Kaur, who earned second place in chikku making, Jagjeet Kaur, who achieved second place in phulkari kadna, Jasveer Kaur, who bagged second place in gudiya patole, and Sana, who claimed third place in tokra making.
Dr Kiran Bains, Dean of the College of Community Science, congratulated the students on their outstanding achievements and lauded their efforts.
She emphasised the importance of balancing academics with co-curricular activities, stating that such pursuits contribute to holistic development and prepare students to become assets for society.
