{"id":6626,"date":"2025-12-28T20:38:28","date_gmt":"2025-12-28T15:08:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/?p=6626"},"modified":"2025-12-28T20:38:28","modified_gmt":"2025-12-28T15:08:28","slug":"gkvks-ryta-sante-emerges-as-a-model-for-farmer-consumer-connect-says-vc-dr-suresha","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/?p=6626","title":{"rendered":"GKVK\u2019s \u2018Ryta Sante\u2019 Emerges as a Model for Farmer\u2013Consumer Connect, Says VC Dr. Suresha\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"92\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><em data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"285\">\u2018Ryta Sante\u2019 Strengthens Direct Farmer\u2013Consumer Link, Says GKVK VC Dr. S.V. Suresha<\/em><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"628\"><strong><em data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"106\">Bengaluru: <\/em><\/strong>The ninth edition of <strong data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"146\">\u2018Ryta Sante\u2019<\/strong>, organised by the University of Agricultural Sciences (GKVK), Bengaluru, has reaffirmed its position as a transformative platform that directly links farmers with consumers while promoting fair pricing and quality produce. Addressing a large gathering at the event, Vice Chancellor <strong data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"449\">Dr. S.V. Suresha<\/strong> highlighted the initiative\u2019s growing impact, the university\u2019s achievements in agricultural innovation, and the state government\u2019s continued support for farmer-centric programmes.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"681\">Celebrating Farmers Through a Public Platform<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"1092\">Welcoming dignitaries and participants, Dr. Suresha said the \u2018Ryta Sante\u2019 was conceived with the vision of empowering farmers by eliminating middlemen and ensuring better returns for their produce. He noted that the celebration of <strong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"929\">Farmers\u2019 Day<\/strong>, originally scheduled for December 23, was expanded into a larger public event in keeping with the Agriculture Minister\u2019s vision of wider community participation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1337\">He extended a special welcome to <strong data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1168\">Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar<\/strong> and acknowledged <strong data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1230\">Agriculture Minister N. Cheluvarayaswamy<\/strong>, who also serves as the Pro-Chancellor of the Agricultural University, for his guidance and encouragement.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1399\">Strong Institutional Backbone and National Recognition<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1888\">Dr. Suresha underscored that the success of \u2018Ryta Sante\u2019 is rooted in the university\u2019s consistent focus on innovation and farmer-oriented research. \u201cThe University of Agricultural Sciences has always been at the forefront of agricultural advancement, and this commitment has been recognised with the prestigious <strong data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1737\">NAAC A+ accreditation<\/strong>,\u201d he said, attributing the achievement to collective efforts of teaching and non-teaching staff, guided by the leadership of the Agriculture Minister.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1956\"><em data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1956\">Media Updates: +91-93531 21474 [WhatsApp] | <a class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"1935\" data-end=\"1955\">indianowme@gmail.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1958\" data-end=\"1999\">Economic Impact and Public Response<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2345\">Providing insights into the scale of the initiative, the Vice Chancellor said the monthly \u2018Ryta Sante\u2019, held every fourth Saturday, records trade worth <strong data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2188\">\u20b98\u201310 lakh between 8 am and 4 pm<\/strong>. \u201cNearly <strong data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2225\">20,000 to 25,000 people<\/strong> visit the event each time, which reflects the trust both farmers and consumers have placed in this platform,\u201d he noted.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2630\">The overwhelming response has even led to public demands for making the event a weekly affair. While acknowledging these requests, Dr. Suresha explained that logistical and academic commitments currently limit such frequency, though <strong data-start=\"2580\" data-end=\"2629\">future expansion remains firmly on the agenda<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6628\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6628\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-6628 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/GKVK-Ryta-Santhe-Farmers-Day-1-e1766934491828-1024x544.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"544\" srcset=\"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/GKVK-Ryta-Santhe-Farmers-Day-1-e1766934491828-1024x544.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/GKVK-Ryta-Santhe-Farmers-Day-1-e1766934491828-300x159.jpg 300w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/GKVK-Ryta-Santhe-Farmers-Day-1-e1766934491828-768x408.jpg 768w, https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/GKVK-Ryta-Santhe-Farmers-Day-1-e1766934491828.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6628\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u2018\u0cb0\u0cc8\u0ca4 \u0cb8\u0c82\u0ca4\u0cc7\u2019 \u0cb0\u0cc8\u0ca4\u2013\u0c97\u0ccd\u0cb0\u0cbe\u0cb9\u0c95 \u0ca8\u0cc7\u0cb0 \u0cb8\u0c82\u0caa\u0cb0\u0ccd\u0c95\u0c95\u0ccd\u0c95\u0cc6 \u0cb6\u0c95\u0ccd\u0ca4\u0cbf\u0caf\u0cbe\u0c97\u0cbf\u0ca6\u0cc6: \u0c9c\u0cbf\u0c95\u0cc6\u0cb5\u0cbf\u0c95\u0cc6 \u0c95\u0cc1\u0cb2\u0caa\u0ca4\u0cbf<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2679\">Government Support and Unique Innovations<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2680\" data-end=\"3096\">Recalling the inception of the programme, Dr. Suresha said the Agriculture Minister had inaugurated the first \u2018Ryta Sante\u2019 and strongly advocated for its monthly continuation, emphasising its long-term benefits to farmers. The Vice Chancellor also expressed gratitude to the Deputy Chief Minister and the Agriculture Minister for inaugurating new university buildings, strengthening the institution\u2019s infrastructure.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3098\" data-end=\"3309\">Among GKVK\u2019s notable innovations, he highlighted the establishment of a <strong data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3201\">unique honey testing system<\/strong>, the first of its kind in the country, designed to ensure quality assurance and protect consumer interests.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3311\" data-end=\"3354\">Commitment to a Farmer-Centric Future<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3355\" data-end=\"3688\">Concluding his address, Dr. Suresha reaffirmed the university\u2019s resolve to scale new heights through research that directly benefits farmers. \u201cOur priority will always be farmer-friendly innovation that strengthens rural livelihoods and builds sustainable agriculture,\u201d he said, thanking all stakeholders for their continued support.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3690\" data-end=\"3918\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">With its growing reach and measurable impact, \u2018Ryta Sante\u2019 stands as a motivating example of how academic institutions, government leadership, and farmers can work together to create inclusive and resilient agricultural markets.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"676\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"676\">KEY QUOTES<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"1024\">\n<li data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"824\">\n<p data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"824\">\u201c<em data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"797\">\u2018Ryta Sante\u2019 was envisioned to empower farmers by removing intermediaries and ensuring fair prices<\/em>,\u201d said Dr. S.V. Suresha.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"937\">\n<p data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"937\">\u201c<em data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"933\">The NAAC A+ accreditation reflects our collective commitment to farmer-oriented research and innovation<\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"1024\">\n<p data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"1024\">\u201c<em data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"1022\">Our focus remains on building sustainable, farmer-friendly agricultural systems<\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1159\">\n<p data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1159\">\u201c<em data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1122\">\u0cae\u0ca7\u0ccd\u0caf\u0cb5\u0cb0\u0ccd\u0ca4\u0cbf\u0c97\u0cb3\u0ca8\u0ccd\u0ca8\u0cc1 \u0ca8\u0cbf\u0cb5\u0cbe\u0cb0\u0cbf\u0cb8\u0cbf \u0cb0\u0cc8\u0ca4\u0cb0\u0cbf\u0c97\u0cc6 \u0ca8\u0ccd\u0caf\u0cbe\u0caf\u0caf\u0cc1\u0ca4 \u0cac\u0cc6\u0cb2\u0cc6 \u0ca8\u0cc0\u0ca1\u0cc1\u0cb5\u0cc1\u0ca6\u0cc7 \u2018\u0cb0\u0cc8\u0ca4 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