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IIVR Training Calendar 2026-27

The ICAR-Indian Institute of Vegetable Research (ICAR-IIVR), Varanasi, is a constituent organization under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India. The institute works to enhance India's nutritional security through resource-sustainable, economically viable, and environmentally safe vegetable technologies.

To bridge the gap from lab to land, ICAR-IIVR has conducted over 500 training programmes for more than 20,000 farmers, agricultural graduates, and agri-preneurs. ICAR-IIVR—in collaboration with the Association for Promotion of Innovations in Vegetables (APIV)—equips stakeholders with scientific techniques and vocational training to minimize post-harvest losses, promote climate resilience, and unlock profitable self-employment and entrepreneurial opportunities in vegetables and allied fields.

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Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EDP)

Browse all nine EDP courses below — search by topic, view full curriculum, fee and payment details, and apply online via the interactive training dashboard.

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Past Events

35th Foundation Day Celebration

ICAR–IIVR celebrated its 35th Foundation Day on 28 September 2025 with scientific sessions, awards, and cultural programmes highlighting the institute's achievements in vegetable research, innovation, and farmer outreach.

  • Date: 28 September 2025
  • Venue: ICAR–IIVR, Varanasi