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General Informations

  • Join Date: 25/09/1987
  • College: College of Veterinary Science
  • Department: Extension Education
  • Office Email: atul.borgohain[at]aau.ac.in
  • Other Charges: Associate Director of Extension Education (Vety)

Education Details

 
 
 
 
 
1983
B.V.Sc. & A.H.

CVSc, AAU, Khanapara

 
 
 
 
 
1986
M.V.Sc.

CVSc, AAU, Khanapara

 
 
 
 
 
2001
Ph.D

CVSc, AAU, Khanapara

Employment History

 
 
 
 
 
25-09-1987 - Till date
Teaching/ Research/ Extension: Asstt. Prof., AAU, 25/09/1987 TO 25/09/1996; Associate Prof. 26/09/1996 to 31/12/2005,: Professor: 01/01/2006 to 18/07/2013; Prof. & Head: 19/07/2013 to 31/08/2018: ADEE: 01/09/2018 to till date

College of Veterinary Science, AAU, Khanapara

Publications

Atul Borgohain (2020) . Potential Impacta of non-native fish on the threatened mahseer (Tor) species of the Indian Himalayan biodiversity hot spot., Aquatic Conserv: Mar Freshw Ecosyst, 2020(5), 1-8
Atul Borgohain (2018) . Common animal husbandry practices by the farmers of Indo-Bangladesh International border areas of Assam, India., Int.J.Curr.Microbial.App.Sci., 7(4), 3570-3578
Atul Borgohain (2016) . "Yak rearing systems among the bropas of the eastern Himalaya in Arunachal Pradesh..", Indian Journal of animal Sciences., 86(1), 111-114
Atul Borgohain (2016) . Catch-and-release angling as a management tool for fresh water fish conservation in India., Fauna & Flora International doi, 50(2), 5003060-2147483647
Achievements
  • Salient Achievement: • Achievement of Schedule Caste Sub-Plan Project: The Directorate of Extension Education, Assam Agricultural University, Khanaparaimplemented the Schedule Caste Sub-Plan Project initiated by ICAR-IVRI, Barilley, Uttar Pradesh for Schedule Caste farmers in theselected villages of Morigaon, Kamrup, Darrang, Jorhat ,NagaonandNalbaridistrict of Assam. Different skill up gradation training and input distribution programmes were conducted under this project. The main objective of the project is livelihood improvement and skill up gradation in livestock and fisheries sector among the schedule caste farmers of Assam. The first projectimplemented under the SCSP program is the promotion and foundation of a Quail village at Sualkuchiin a joint effort with KVK, Kamrup. This initiative helped the unemployed educated to generate better employment opportunities and promotion of quail farming among the rural youth. Four villages of Uttar DharamtulGaonPanchayat, Morigaondistricthave been adopted viz.Matiparbot, Barghat, Mantabori, Durulaby the Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Khanaparaunder SCSP programme and almost 500 schedule caste villagers were covered under these four adopted villages. Earlier PRA was conducted in the month of February, 2019 for proper study of the area for this purpose. • TrainingProgrammes: Interactive training programme on Piggery, Poultry,Duckery,Goatery management and fish rearing were conducted at different parts of Morigaon, Kamrup and Nalbari district among the schedule caste beneficiaries for improving their livelihood and creating awareness about different improved animal husbandry and fisheries practices & use of better fingerlings and livestock. Sl no. Name of the training Date No. of trainee 1 Field training on Adopting recent advances in coldwater aquaculture practices under SCSP 10th June,2019 50 2 Field training on Goat rearing 14th June,2019 68 3 Field training on fisheries for skill up gradation 29th June,2019 56 4 Field training on fisheries for skill up gradation 11th July,2019 45 5 Field training on scientific rearing of pig 26th August,2019 50 6 Field training on poultry 26th August,2019 50 7 Field training on scientific rearing of pig 10th September,2019 38 • Input Distribution Programme: Piggery: Animals of Improved Breeds Hampshire Cross were introduced and distributed among 140 nos. of farmers of Maloibari, Kamrup district and Uttar Dharamtul, Morigaon district. Goatery: Similarly, in goatery, Assam Hill Goat breed was distributed for up gradation of farmers’ skill with better rearing practices among the farmers of Maloibari. A total of 26 farmers were provided with this breed. Fish and fish feed: To increase the productivity of fish, Hybrid fishes like JayantiRohu and Amul Carp were distributed among the farmers of Maloibari, Uttar Dharamtul, DakshinDharamtul and LRS,Mandira the SC farmers were given skill up gradation training before the seed distribution. Along with the fish distribution, the farmers were also provided with commercial fish feeds for better productivity. Atotal of 345 farmers were benefitted by this programme. Poultry: To enhance better meat and egg production, a dual purpose poultry breed like Rainbow Rooster were introduced to the schedule caste farmers of Uttar Dharamtul area. Around 138 nos. of beneficiaries were provided with high quality chicks and feed, the beneficiaries were trained and made them aware of improved poultry rearing practices in the backyard poultry system. Duckery: Duckery breed Khaki Campbell and CharaChemballiwere distributed among 134 nos. of farmers of Dharamtul of Morigaon district, Kakaya of Nalbari district and Maloibari of Kamrup district. COLLOBORATIVE PROGRAMMES Summary of the Programmes: Sl No. Name of the Programme Collaboration with Date & venue 1 Training cum Distribution ProgrammeonAdopting Recent Advances in Coldwater Aquaculture Practices ICAR-DCFR, Bhimtal 10th June,2020 Uttar Dharamtul Gram Panchayat, Morigaon 2 Awareness programme for sustainable fisheries of flood affected areas of Assam ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai 27th to 29th September, 2019. Kamrup&Morigaon 3 Focus Group discussion programme on “Process skills and competency gaps in agricultural extension curriculum” Michigan State University, USA& IGNOU, New Delhi 11th November,2019 CVSc., AAU, Khanapara 4 Training on Advances in Educational Technology ICAR-NAARM, Hyderabad 04th to 6th July, 2019 CVSc., AAU, Khanapara 5 Consultative workshop on Academia-Industry-Government Linkages for Quality Agricultural Higher Education ICAR-NAARM, Hyderabad 27th& 28th January, 2020 CVSc., AAU, Khanapara • ICAR-Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research SCSP Project A day long training cum input distribution programme for the development of schedule caste population of Assam by Adopting Recent Advances in Coldwater Aquaculture Practices was jointly organized by the Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Khanapara and ICAR-Directorate of Cold Water Fisheries Research, Bhimtal, Uttarkhand on 10th June, 2019 at Uttar Dharamtul Gram Panchayat, Morigaon. The programme started with a training session among the farmers. The training highlighted on the recent advances practices in coldwater aquaculture to improve better livelihood. The programme ended with the distribution of fingerlings and fish feeds. Around 300 nos. of participants actively participated in the event. • Awareness programme for sustainable fisheries of flood affected areas of Assam by ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai An awareness programme for sustainable fisheries of flood affected areas of Assam was organized from 27th to 29th September, 2019. The programme was organized by the Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Khanapara in collaboration with ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai and JeevanSuraksha, an NGO based at Dibrugarh. The programme took place at two different district of Assam viz. Kamrup&Morigaon- adopted district of Hon’ble Governor of Assam. The inauguration of this program took place on 27th October, 2019 at Uttar DharamtulGaonPanchayat Complex of Morigaon district. The Chief Guest of the program was Hon’ble Vice Chancellor cum Director Dr. Gopal Krishna, ICAR, Central Institute of Fishery Education, Mumbai. Deputy Commissioner of Morigaon, Mr. Rituraj Bora attended the function as Guest of Honour. The program was attended by Mr. Utpal Bora, District Fishery Development Officer of Morigaondistrict,Dr. Srivastava, Principal Scientist cum Nodal Officer of CIFE, Mumbai for North East India, Dr. B.C. Mahapatra, Principal Scientist, CIFE, Kolkata Centre, Dr. MeghaKadamBedekar, Principal Scientist, CIFE, Dr. Nalini, Scientific Assistant, CIFE and Anagha Joshi LDA,CIFE. Dr. AtulBorgohain, Associate Director of Extension Education, AAU, Khanapara presided over the meeting and Dr. RanjitaBania of JeevanSuraksha, an NGO from Dibrugarh was co-coordinating the entire programme. About 125 nos. of farmers were provided training on scientific fish rearing and were provided with JayantiRahu, advance fingerling and feeds to the farmers of the area. Sl No. Name of the Programme Date & Location No. of beneficiaries 1 Awareness Programme for sustainable fishery in flood affected areas of Assam 27th Sept,2019 Dharamtul,Morigaon 45 2 Awareness Programme for sustainable fishery in flood affected areas of Assam 28th Sept,2019 Mayong,Morigaon 35 3 Awareness Programme for sustainable fishery in flood affected areas of Assam 29th Sept,2019 Mandira, Kamrup 45 • Focus Group Discussion in “Process skills and competency gaps in agricultural extension curriculum” A day long Focus Group discussion programme on “Process skills and competency gaps in agricultural extension curriculum” was organized by the Directorate of Extension Education, Assam Agricultural University, Khanapara on 15.11.2019.The Focus Group Discussion was conducted by Prof. MurariSuvedhi of Michigan State University, USA, a Fulbright Senior Fellow working on research topic “Strengthening Agricultural Extension Training in South East Asia” (India, Sri Lanka & Nepal). The core objective of this work is to identify “Process Skills and Competency gaps in Agricultural Extension Curriculam” The programme was coordinated by Prof. PVK Sasidhar, Director , School of Extension and Developmental Studies, IGNOU, New Delhi as Academic Coordinator for the entire programme in India wherein three SAU and three National Institute in India is covered for the study. The programme was started with a warm welcome of the dignitaries and other participants by Dr. AtulBorgohain, ADEE, AAU, Khanapara. Dr. B.Saikia, Dean,CVSc.,AAU,Khanapara in his speech gave a brief note on the importance of the topic. Prof. P.V.K. Sasidhar, Director of School of Extension and Development Studies, IGNOUelaborated the major gap that makes a barrier for the development of agricultural extension programmes. Dr. N. Kalita, Director of Research (Vety) gave a brief speech on the roles of KVKs in agricultural extension development. Prof. MurariSuvedi in his technical session conducted an interactive programme with the participants and a questionnaire session where all the participants actively participated and shared their views for better improvement of the extension curriculum. A total of 32 participants attended the discussion. Officials from Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, KrishiVigyanKendras, State Veterinary department, Asstt. Professor of different department of Veterinary college, Research Associate from EEI, Jorhat and PG/PhD. Students actively participated in the programme. At the end of the programme, Dr. PulinHazarika, Professor & Head, Deptt. Of Extension Education gave the vote of thanks. • Training on Advances in Educational Technology A three days training programme on “Advances in Educational Technology” was organized by Directorate of Extension Education, Assam Agricultural University, Khanapara in collaboration with ICAR, NAARM, Hyderabad. The programme was scheduled from 04th to 06th July, 2019.ST/SC faculty members of different Agricultural Universities actively participated in the training. The training focuses on innovative teaching methods for quality veterinary education, cloud based digital teaching and a practical session on mastering the art of teaching through Micro teaching. • Consultative workshop on Academia-Industry-Government Linkages for Quality Agricultural Higher Education in collaboration with ICAR,NAARM A two days consultative workshop from 27thto 28th January, 2020 on Academia-Industry-Government Linkages for Quality Agricultural Higher Education was organized by Directorate of Extension Education, Assam Agricultural University, Khanapara in collaboration with ICAR, NAARM, Hyderabad.Professors and higher officials from different North Eastern Agricultural Universities, scientist/officials from KVKs, Industry and Government departments actively involved themselves in the programme. Salient Achievement: • Achievement of Schedule Caste Sub-Plan Project: The Directorate of Extension Education, Assam Agricultural University, Khanaparaimplemented the Schedule Caste Sub-Plan Project initiated by ICAR-IVRI, Barilley, Uttar Pradesh for Schedule Caste farmers in theselected villages of Morigaon, Kamrup, Darrang, Jorhat ,NagaonandNalbaridistrict of Assam. Different skill up gradation training and input distribution programmes were conducted under this project. The main objective of the project is livelihood improvement and skill up gradation in livestock and fisheries sector among the schedule caste farmers of Assam. The first projectimplemented under the SCSP program is the promotion and foundation of a Quail village at Sualkuchiin a joint effort with KVK, Kamrup. This initiative helped the unemployed educated to generate better employment opportunities and promotion of quail farming among the rural youth. Four villages of Uttar DharamtulGaonPanchayat, Morigaondistricthave been adopted viz.Matiparbot, Barghat, Mantabori, Durulaby the Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Khanaparaunder SCSP programme and almost 500 schedule caste villagers were covered under these four adopted villages. Earlier PRA was conducted in the month of February, 2019 for proper study of the area for this purpose. • TrainingProgrammes: Interactive training programme on Piggery, Poultry,Duckery,Goatery management and fish rearing were conducted at different parts of Morigaon, Kamrup and Nalbari district among the schedule caste beneficiaries for improving their livelihood and creating awareness about different improved animal husbandry and fisheries practices & use of better fingerlings and livestock. Sl no. Name of the training Date No. of trainee 1 Field training on Adopting recent advances in coldwater aquaculture practices under SCSP 10th June,2019 50 2 Field training on Goat rearing 14th June,2019 68 3 Field training on fisheries for skill up gradation 29th June,2019 56 4 Field training on fisheries for skill up gradation 11th July,2019 45 5 Field training on scientific rearing of pig 26th August,2019 50 6 Field training on poultry 26th August,2019 50 7 Field training on scientific rearing of pig 10th September,2019 38 • Input Distribution Programme: Piggery: Animals of Improved Breeds Hampshire Cross were introduced and distributed among 140 nos. of farmers of Maloibari, Kamrup district and Uttar Dharamtul, Morigaon district. Goatery: Similarly, in goatery, Assam Hill Goat breed was distributed for up gradation of farmers’ skill with better rearing practices among the farmers of Maloibari. A total of 26 farmers were provided with this breed. Fish and fish feed: To increase the productivity of fish, Hybrid fishes like JayantiRohu and Amul Carp were distributed among the farmers of Maloibari, Uttar Dharamtul, DakshinDharamtul and LRS,Mandira the SC farmers were given skill up gradation training before the seed distribution. Along with the fish distribution, the farmers were also provided with commercial fish feeds for better productivity. Atotal of 345 farmers were benefitted by this programme. Poultry: To enhance better meat and egg production, a dual purpose poultry breed like Rainbow Rooster were introduced to the schedule caste farmers of Uttar Dharamtul area. Around 138 nos. of beneficiaries were provided with high quality chicks and feed, the beneficiaries were trained and made them aware of improved poultry rearing practices in the backyard poultry system. Duckery: Duckery breed Khaki Campbell and CharaChemballiwere distributed among 134 nos. of farmers of Dharamtul of Morigaon district, Kakaya of Nalbari district and Maloibari of Kamrup district. COLLOBORATIVE PROGRAMMES Summary of the Programmes: Sl No. Name of the Programme Collaboration with Date & venue 1 Training cum Distribution ProgrammeonAdopting Recent Advances in Coldwater Aquaculture Practices ICAR-DCFR, Bhimtal 10th June,2020 Uttar Dharamtul Gram Panchayat, Morigaon 2 Awareness programme for sustainable fisheries of flood affected areas of Assam ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai 27th to 29th September, 2019. Kamrup&Morigaon 3 Focus Group discussion programme on “Process skills and competency gaps in agricultural extension curriculum” Michigan State University, USA& IGNOU, New Delhi 11th November,2019 CVSc., AAU, Khanapara 4 Training on Advances in Educational Technology ICAR-NAARM, Hyderabad 04th to 6th July, 2019 CVSc., AAU, Khanapara 5 Consultative workshop on Academia-Industry-Government Linkages for Quality Agricultural Higher Education ICAR-NAARM, Hyderabad 27th& 28th January, 2020 CVSc., AAU, Khanapara • ICAR-Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research SCSP Project A day long training cum input distribution programme for the development of schedule caste population of Assam by Adopting Recent Advances in Coldwater Aquaculture Practices was jointly organized by the Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Khanapara and ICAR-Directorate of Cold Water Fisheries Research, Bhimtal, Uttarkhand on 10th June, 2019 at Uttar Dharamtul Gram Panchayat, Morigaon. The programme started with a training session among the farmers. The training highlighted on the recent advances practices in coldwater aquaculture to improve better livelihood. The programme ended with the distribution of fingerlings and fish feeds. Around 300 nos. of participants actively participated in the event. • Awareness programme for sustainable fisheries of flood affected areas of Assam by ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai An awareness programme for sustainable fisheries of flood affected areas of Assam was organized from 27th to 29th September, 2019. The programme was organized by the Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Khanapara in collaboration with ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai and JeevanSuraksha, an NGO based at Dibrugarh. The programme took place at two different district of Assam viz. Kamrup&Morigaon- adopted district of Hon’ble Governor of Assam. The inauguration of this program took place on 27th October, 2019 at Uttar DharamtulGaonPanchayat Complex of Morigaon district. The Chief Guest of the program was Hon’ble Vice Chancellor cum Director Dr. Gopal Krishna, ICAR, Central Institute of Fishery Education, Mumbai. Deputy Commissioner of Morigaon, Mr. Rituraj Bora attended the function as Guest of Honour. The program was attended by Mr. Utpal Bora, District Fishery Development Officer of Morigaondistrict,Dr. Srivastava, Principal Scientist cum Nodal Officer of CIFE, Mumbai for North East India, Dr. B.C. Mahapatra, Principal Scientist, CIFE, Kolkata Centre, Dr. MeghaKadamBedekar, Principal Scientist, CIFE, Dr. Nalini, Scientific Assistant, CIFE and Anagha Joshi LDA,CIFE. Dr. AtulBorgohain, Associate Director of Extension Education, AAU, Khanapara presided over the meeting and Dr. RanjitaBania of JeevanSuraksha, an NGO from Dibrugarh was co-coordinating the entire programme. About 125 nos. of farmers were provided training on scientific fish rearing and were provided with JayantiRahu, advance fingerling and feeds to the farmers of the area. Sl No. Name of the Programme Date & Location No. of beneficiaries 1 Awareness Programme for sustainable fishery in flood affected areas of Assam 27th Sept,2019 Dharamtul,Morigaon 45 2 Awareness Programme for sustainable fishery in flood affected areas of Assam 28th Sept,2019 Mayong,Morigaon 35 3 Awareness Programme for sustainable fishery in flood affected areas of Assam 29th Sept,2019 Mandira, Kamrup 45 • Focus Group Discussion in “Process skills and competency gaps in agricultural extension curriculum” A day long Focus Group discussion programme on “Process skills and competency gaps in agricultural extension curriculum” was organized by the Directorate of Extension Education, Assam Agricultural University, Khanapara on 15.11.2019.The Focus Group Discussion was conducted by Prof. MurariSuvedhi of Michigan State University, USA, a Fulbright Senior Fellow working on research topic “Strengthening Agricultural Extension Training in South East Asia” (India, Sri Lanka & Nepal). The core objective of this work is to identify “Process Skills and Competency gaps in Agricultural Extension Curriculam” The programme was coordinated by Prof. PVK Sasidhar, Director , School of Extension and Developmental Studies, IGNOU, New Delhi as Academic Coordinator for the entire programme in India wherein three SAU and three National Institute in India is covered for the study. The programme was started with a warm welcome of the dignitaries and other participants by Dr. AtulBorgohain, ADEE, AAU, Khanapara. Dr. B.Saikia, Dean,CVSc.,AAU,Khanapara in his speech gave a brief note on the importance of the topic. Prof. P.V.K. Sasidhar, Director of School of Extension and Development Studies, IGNOUelaborated the major gap that makes a barrier for the development of agricultural extension programmes. Dr. N. Kalita, Director of Research (Vety) gave a brief speech on the roles of KVKs in agricultural extension development. Prof. MurariSuvedi in his technical session conducted an interactive programme with the participants and a questionnaire session where all the participants actively participated and shared their views for better improvement of the extension curriculum. A total of 32 participants attended the discussion. Officials from Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, KrishiVigyanKendras, State Veterinary department, Asstt. Professor of different department of Veterinary college, Research Associate from EEI, Jorhat and PG/PhD. Students actively participated in the programme. At the end of the programme, Dr. PulinHazarika, Professor & Head, Deptt. Of Extension Education gave the vote of thanks. • Training on Advances in Educational Technology A three days training programme on “Advances in Educational Technology” was organized by Directorate of Extension Education, Assam Agricultural University, Khanapara in collaboration with ICAR, NAARM, Hyderabad. The programme was scheduled from 04th to 06th July, 2019.ST/SC faculty members of different Agricultural Universities actively participated in the training. The training focuses on innovative teaching methods for quality veterinary education, cloud based digital teaching and a practical session on mastering the art of teaching through Micro teaching. • Consultative workshop on Academia-Industry-Government Linkages for Quality Agricultural Higher Education in collaboration with ICAR,NAARM A two days consultative workshop from 27thto 28th January, 2020 on Academia-Industry-Government Linkages for Quality Agricultural Higher Education was organized by Directorate of Extension Education, Assam Agricultural University, Khanapara in collaboration with ICAR, NAARM, Hyderabad.Professors and higher officials from different North Eastern Agricultural Universities, scientist/officials from KVKs, Industry and Government departments actively involved themselves in the programme.
Membership
  • Indian Veterinary Extension Forum
    Life Member
Projects
  • ICAR-DCFR sponsored project on "SCSP", project cost Rs.6.5 Lakh implemented in 2019.
  • ICAR-IVRI sponsored project on "SCSP", project cost Rs.113 Lakh implemented in 2019.