Marathwada Agricultural University

Set up in 1972, Marathwada Agricultural University (MAU) Parbhani, one of the prestigious agricultural universities in India, is located in the state of Maharashtra. Since its inception, it has gained recognition as an innovative organization in the term of education and research in agriculture. Also known as Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth, it takes care of research and facilitates agriculture technology transfer in Marathwada region of Maharashtra. The university has jurisdiction over the districts of Aurangabad, Beed, Hingoli, Jalna, Latur, Nanded, Osmanabad and Parbhani.

 

The university conducts education and research in Agriculture, Allied Sciences and Humanities. The organization and work system of the institution are designed to improve the productivity of agriculture, horticulture, livestock, fisheries and agri-allied activities of Marathwada region. It guides extension education programs, first line transfer of technology, extend services of training, conduct demonstrations and develop appropriate communication network. MAU Parbhani develops technology for crop production, protection, harvesting, marketing, post-harvest utilization as also for livestock, fisheries and allied agro-communities for improving the living status of farmers, farm workers and Women of Marathwada. The admission process for admission to all the courses imparted by MAU starts generally in the month of June every year.

MAU Parbhani provides facilities like library, computer centre, exhibitions, field facilities, work shop, playgrounds and gymnasium. It offers sufficient opportunities to students to develop their skills. The University has superb network of extension programmes in all the districts of Marathwada region. Fairs, Rallies, Exhibition and farmer discussions are the common events at Marathwada Kirishividyapeeth which help the students understand the local problems in agriculture.

Marathwada Agricultural University was established in the year 1972 to develop agri-allied technology and fulfill the needs of this region. It was entrusted with the responsibilities to provide education in agriculture and allied fields, undertake research and facilitate technology transfer in Marathwada region of Maharashtra. Thanks to the activities of Marathwada Agricultural University, Parbhani region has become the hub of educational, research activities in Marathwada.