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Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat

Assam Agricultural University is the first institution of its kind in the whole of North-Eastern Region of India. The main goal of this institution is to produce globally competitive human resources in farm sectorand to carry out research in both conventional and frontier areas for production optimization as well as to disseminate the generated technologies as public good for benefitting the food growers/produces and traders involved in the sector while emphasizing on sustainability, equity and overall food security at household level. Genesis of AAU - The embryo of the agricultural research in the state of Assam was formed as early as 1897 with the establishment of the Upper Shillong Experimental Farm (now in Meghalaya) just after about a decade of creation of the agricultural department in 1882. However, the seeds of agricultural research in today’s Assam were sown in the dawn of the twentieth century with the establishment of two Rice Experimental Stations, one at Karimganj in Barak valley in 1913 and the other at Titabor in Brahmaputra valley in 1923. Subsequent to these research stations, a number of research stations were established to conduct research on important crops, more specifically, jute, pulses, oilseeds etc. The Assam Agricultural University was established on April 1, 1969 under The Assam Agricultural University Act, 1968’ with the mandate of imparting farm education, conduct research in agriculture and allied sciences and to effectively disseminate technologies so generated. Before establishment of the University, there were altogether 17 research schemes/projects in the state under the Department of Agriculture. By July 1973, all the research projects and 10 experimental farms were transferred by the Government of Assam to the AAU which already inherited the College of Agriculture and its farm at Barbheta, Jorhat and College of Veterinary Sciences at Khanapara, Guwahati. Subsequently, College of Community Science at Jorhat (1969), College of Fisheries at Raha (1988), Biswanath College of Agriculture at Biswanath Chariali (1988) and Lakhimpur College of Veterinary Science at Joyhing, North Lakhimpur (1988) were established. Presently, the University has three more colleges under its jurisdiction, viz., Sarat Chandra Singha College of Agriculture, Chapar, College of Horticulture, Nalbari & College of Sericulture, Titabar. Similarly, few more regional research stations at Shillongani, Diphu, Gossaigaon, Lakhimpur; and commodity research stations at Kahikuchi, Buralikson, Tinsukia, Kharua, Burnihat and Mandira were added to generate location and crop specific agricultural production packages.

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    Agri-business Potential of Indian Jujube (BER) in Darrang District, Assam
    (2023) Hoque, Jillul; Buragohain, Rinumoni
    India ranks second among Jujube-growing countries in the world after China. The annual production of jujube in India is estimated at 10 lakh tonnes. The productivity of jujube in India is 10 metric tonnes/hectare. India with an area of approximately 1 lakh ha, ranks second among jujube-growing countries in the world after China. India has produced 586 thousand metric tonnes of Indian jujube in the 53-thousand-hectare area in 2021-22. The Indian Jujube, also known as Ber or Boroi in Assam, is a fruit-bearing tree that is commonly found in the region. The Indian Jujube belongs to the species Ziziphus mauritiana. It is a small to medium-sized tree. The tree is known for its spiny branches and glossy green leaves. The fruit of the Indian jujube is a drupe. It has a sweet and tangy taste, often described as similar to dates. It is well adapted to a wide range of soil types and climatic conditions, making it suitable for cultivation in Assam. Indian Jujube fruits are rich sources of Vit C and contain significant amounts of other essential nutrients like calcium, iron and phosphorous. It is also known for its high fiber content. In Assam, the Indian Jujube holds cultural significance, and the fruit is often offered during religious ceremonies and festivals. The tree's wood is used in making small tools and handicrafts. The cultivation of Indian Jujube provides a source of income for farmers in Assam, and the fruits are also sold in local markets. Additionally, the tree helps in soil conservation and provides shade for other crops. The present study is on Indian jujube farming over a 13.65-hectare sample area. Three separate ways of distribution for Indian jujube products were found. Channel I was a route that included manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and consumers. Channel II took a more direct route, connecting producers to traders directly, resulting in consumer purchases. Channel III represented the most straightforward way, with producers selling directly to customers. The study found a promising return over the cost ratio of 2.50, showing that Indian jujube farming is profitable. This means that farmers who cultivate jujube can earn a good living, proving the financial sustainability of this agricultural endeavour.