Krishi Samman Awards | 17 March 2026 | Gyan Bhawan, Patna

About Farm N Food Krishi Samman Awards

Farm N Food Krishi Samman Awards 2026 – Bihar & Jharkhand Edition brought together 200+ farmers, scientists, FPOs, and Agri leaders on one inspiring platform.

Graced by Dr. Pramod Kumar Chandravanshi, Hon’ble Minister, Government of Bihar, the event celebrated excellence in innovative farming, dairy, beekeeping, food processing, mechanization, and sustainable agriculture.

Mr. Saurabh Suman IAS, Director Agriculture, Bihar & Mr. Abhishek Kumar IFS Director Horticulture, Bihar also urged farmers to adopt modern technologies and government schemes to further improve agricultural outcomes.

A total of 38 awards across 16 categories were presented to progressive farmers, researchers, KVKs, and Agri-entrepreneurs, highlighting real grassroots success stories that are transforming agriculture in the region.

This edition reflected Farm N Food’s vision of promoting farmer innovation, regional excellence, and rural growth.

Cheif Guest

Dr. Pramod Kumar Chandravanshi

Hon’ble Minister, Department of Co-operative, Department of Environment, Forest & Climate Change Government of Bihar,
Bihar farmers are leading in makhana cultivation and should now move ahead in oilseed production as well. The government is fully committed to supporting them, because true prosperity comes through cooperation.

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Guests

Saurabh Suman Yadav

IAS Director, Agriculture Department, Bihar
“Bihar farmers are progressing steadily, and by adopting modern technologies and government schemes, they can achieve even greater success in agriculture.”

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Abhishek Kumar

IFS Director, Horticulture Directorate, Bihar
Farmers should explore horticulture crops like dragon fruit, strawberry, fruits, and vegetables to build a more regular and profitable source of income.

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Dr Nafees Ahmad

Principal Scientist CATAT, IARI, Pusa New Delhi
“ICAR-IARI, Pusa is continuously conducting new research for the benefit of farmers, and Farm N Food Media is effectively delivering useful information to them. The Krishi Samman Awards encourage farmers to perform better and adopt progressive practices.”

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