The Kerala Agriculture University (KAU) will institute three golden jubilee post-doctoral fellowships in the field of agriculture, agricultural engineering and forestry. This was announced by P. Prasad, Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Pro-Chancellor of Kerala Agricultural University while presenting the Budget for the next financial year (FY 2022-23) before the general council at Vellanikkara here on Saturday.
The Budget outlines a revenue of ₹580.39 crore and an expenditure of ₹771.92 crore with a deficit of ₹191.53 crore. The Budget, approved by the general council, focusses on improvements in education, research and extension activities.
More funds have been earmarked for enhancing academic standards and improving the welfare of students. Research will be streamlined to address the emerging problems in the farming sector due to climate change.
