Based on the mission and objectives of the College of Agriculture to provide its knowledge and professional services to the local community and stakeholders in the agricultural sector, the college administration today welcomed a delegation of farmers and livestock and fish breeders from agricultural associations in the northern districts of Basra.
The visit aimed to provide a firsthand look at the modern agricultural technologies implemented in the college's animal and agricultural fields, and to introduce the latest proposals for smart research plans designed to mitigate and reduce the impacts of climate change if implemented in practice.
During the meeting, the Dean of the College, Professor Dr. Sarmad Ghazi, affirmed the college's complete readiness, with all its departments, facilities, and laboratories, to receive farmers and provide the necessary technical support. He emphasized that the college is open to addressing and resolving agricultural problems in the plant, animal, and fisheries sectors free of charge. He also pledged to provide consultations and services aimed at enhancing farmers' skills to increase production and improve its quality, thus contributing to the food security of the governorate. For their part, the Assistant Dean for Scientific Affairs, the Head of the Aquaponics Unit, and the officials from the Animal Field and Research Station provided comprehensive explanations that included the most prominent technologies being implemented, such as:
The use of solar panels as a sustainable energy source in agricultural operations.
Integrated agriculture (aquaponics): Enclosed fish farming systems to maximize resource utilization.
Animal production: The latest methods of raising calves (calves) and modern milk collection techniques.
Efficient water management: Drip irrigation techniques (surface and subsurface) and protected agriculture to address water scarcity.
At the conclusion of the visit, the delegation from the farmers' associations commended the significant role played by the College of Agriculture as a scientific and practical incubator, expressing their eagerness to implement these modern technologies on their farms to enhance local production.
Based on the mission and objectives of the College of Agriculture to provide its knowledge and professional services to the local community and stakeholders in the agricultural sector, the college administration today welcomed a delegation of farmers and livestock and fish breeders from agricultural associations in the northern districts of Basra.
The visit aimed to provide a firsthand look at the modern agricultural technologies implemented in the college's animal and agricultural fields, and to introduce the latest proposals for smart research plans designed to mitigate and reduce the impacts of climate change if implemented in practice.
During the meeting, the Dean of the College, Professor Dr. Sarmad Ghazi, affirmed the college's complete readiness, with all its departments, facilities, and laboratories, to receive farmers and provide the necessary technical support. He emphasized that the college is open to addressing and resolving agricultural problems in the plant, animal, and fisheries sectors free of charge. He also pledged to provide consultations and services aimed at enhancing farmers' skills to increase production and improve its quality, thus contributing to the food security of the governorate. For their part, the Assistant Dean for Scientific Affairs, the Head of the Aquaponics Unit, and the officials from the Animal Field and Research Station provided comprehensive explanations that included the most prominent technologies being implemented, such as:
