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about us

Institute of Agriculture Training and Research (IATR) , An Initiative of Social Ventures is a pioneering organization dedicated to enhancing agricultural entrepreneurship, skilling, research, productivity, and livelihoods in India. IATR has been tirelessly working since 2011 under the guidance of Padma Shree Dr. Premchand Sharma and Dr. H.L. Upadhyay (Ex- Registrar HNB Garhwal Central University) to create a sustainable impact in the agro-sector. IATR has impacted, trained and facilitated 818 agriculture entrepreneurs and farmers, empowered 15,600 students and farmers through agro-based training programs, Established 615 successful agriculture entrepreneur units, Capacity building program with 306 women self-help groups with the help of UNDP, IFAD and UCOST and promotes natural farming, mushroom cultivation, beekeeping, organic farming practices and other agricultural allied activities.

Affiliated to National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), accredited by the Agriculture Skill Council of India (ASCI) and recognised by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India.

IATR has collaborated with esteemed organizations, including United Nations Development Program (UNDP), International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), Government of Uttarakhand, GAIL India, Uttarakhand State Council for Science and Technology (UCOST), CM Innovation Programme, Govt. of Uttarakhand., Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC), Dehradun and 57 renowned colleges and universities all over India.

We have a unique digital learning platform – SkillsTrainer for quality training with 13,00,000+ current users and 90+ live courses which are framed to National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF), a standard set by NSDC.  

Our Vision & Mission

To be a world-class center of excellence in agricultural education, research, and innovation, empowering future generations and smallholder farmers with knowledge, resources to lead sustainable, technology-driven, and inclusive agricultural development for a food-secure and resilient world.

To bridge the gap between agricultural knowledge and practice, fostering innovative, sustainable, and profitable agro-based businesses that improve livelihoods and contribute to the economic growth of the nation.also aware students about growth and working hard.

Our Focus Areas:

  • Agro-Skilling: Training and capacity-building programs for farmers, entrepreneurs, students and researchers.
  • Entrepreneurship Development: Hand-holding support for start-ups and existing agro-based businesses.
  • Livelihood Enhancement: Improving income opportunities for rural communities.
  • Krishi Udhyami Samman: We confer the Krishi Udhyami Award every year to innovative Agripreneurs that gives them motivation and also aware students about growth and working hard.

Accreditation, Affiliation, Recognisation And Certification

NSDC

ASCI

MSME

Sample Certificate

Our Partners

Government & Institutional Partners

Sector Skills Councils

Industry Partners

Knowledge/Content Partners

Institute Of Agriculture Training & Research is a joint initiative by unifiers and ILSEF. IATR works in field agri-entrepreneurship development and We Provides Training to the Students, College, Farmers & SHG's. RAWE Agriculture Training BSc(Agri)

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