Address: ICAR- Krishi Vigyan Kendra ICAR - Indian Institute of Spices Research Peruvannamuzhi P.O., Calicut , Kerala
Services offered in KVK:
Training programmes
Frontline Demonstrations
On Farm Testing
Plant and Animal Clinic
Maintenance of Demonstration blocks/units
Kisan Mobile Advisory Services
Other Activities
a) Farmers queries on various agricultural and allied aspects are replied through letters or on phone.
b) KVK conducts study tours for farmers to various research stations and fields of progressive farmers as part of training program me and also as a collaborative activity with NGO's and other Govt. agencies.
c) The scientists of KVK regularly broadcast radio talks on various aspects of agriculture and allied fields for the benefit of farming community.
d) KVK regularly contributes articles to leading agri magazines and agricultural column of dailies for dissemination of technologies.
e) A mushroom spawn production unit started functioning in September 2003. Spawn of oyster mushroom is available for sale at Rs.120/- per kg of spawn.
f) Trichoderma harzianum a bio control agent against diseases is also multiplied and distributed to farmers at Rs.75/- per kg.
g) The Kendra supplies improved breeds of 45 day-old chicks after immunizing them against major diseases at Rs.100/- per bird. Day old chicks are also available at KVK at Rs 15/ chick.
h) The Kendra operates a strong revolving fund scheme to generate income for productive uses.
Website: http://www.kvkcalicut.gov.in/index.php/features