Connecting mushroom research and technologies with farmers, growers, entrepreneurs, extension personnel and other stakeholders.
The Directorate conducts sponsored and in-house training programmes on mushroom cultivation, both on campus and off campus. These programmes are designed for farmers, unemployed youth, entrepreneurs, Subject Matter Specialists (SMS) and other extension functionaries.
The Mushroom Mela began in 1997 as an experimental activity and has grown into a regular national-level extension event. It brings together farmers, mushroom growers, industry representatives, extension workers and other stakeholders to exchange knowledge and learn about mushroom technologies.
The mela includes displays and demonstrations, information from agricultural and allied organisations, and opportunities to interact with scientists and experts.
ICAR-DMR participates in national, state and regional exhibitions, trade fairs and Kisan Melas to raise awareness about mushroom cultivation and encourage rural and urban communities to consider mushroom growing as an enterprise. These events showcase technologies, share practical information and engage with growers and prospective entrepreneurs.
On-farm trials and demonstrations help assess and communicate mushroom production technologies under practical growing conditions. They support technology validation, farmer learning and the dissemination of improved cultivation practices.
The extension wing responds to queries on mushroom cultivation, including crop management, production practices and common cultivation problems. Growers and other stakeholders can consult the Institute’s service and contact pages for subject-specific guidance.
Extension activities facilitate interaction among scientists, farmers, mushroom growers, entrepreneurs, development departments and other organisations. These interactions help communicate research findings and identify practical needs from the field.
For current training dates, participation details or guidance on mushroom cultivation, consult the relevant pages on the ICAR-DMR website or contact the Institute directly. Programme schedules and availability may change.