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Crop Cafeteria: Hands-On Learning with Seasonal Demonstrations

At Dr. Sharadchandra Pawar College of Agriculture, Baramati, the Crop Cafeteria is an integral part of the academic experience, established each year during both Kharif and Rabi seasons. This dynamic facility serves as a live demonstration field, allowing undergraduate students to engage directly with various cropping patterns and farming practices.
Through the Crop Cafeteria, students gain hands-on experience in essential farm operations such as land preparation, seed treatment, sowing, fertilizer application, irrigation scheduling, weed management, and pest control. They also learn to identify crop maturity indicators, practice efficient harvesting methods, and assess both the cost of cultivation and overall crop economics.
Moreover, the facility encourages observation-based learning, including the recording of growth stages and yield estimation—key components for future agri-professionals. This experiential learning model bridges theoretical knowledge with real-world application, ensuring that students are well-prepared to address agricultural challenges effectively and sustainably.