World Soil Day Poster Making Competition
Event Date: 05th December 2024
Galgotias University's School of Agriculture celebrated World Soil Day on December 5, 2024, by hosting a poster presentation competition on the theme "Caring Soil; Measure, Monitor, Manage". The event aimed to raise awareness about the importance of soil conservation and sustainable management.
Twenty seven undergraduate agricultural students participated in the competition, showcasing their creative and innovative ideas on soil health, conservation, and sustainable management. The posters were judged by distinguished professors from school of Agriculture.
The event was held to raise awareness about the critical importance of soil health and management in sustainable development. The theme for this year, "Caring Soils: Measure, Monitor, Manage," aligned perfectly with global efforts to emphasize the need for effective soil conservation strategies.
The competition witnessed enthusiastic participation from undergraduate students divided into seven teams. Each group brought forward their creative talents and scientific understanding to design posters that highlighted the theme in unique and innovative ways. The event was inaugurated by the Head of the School of Agriculture, who emphasized the significance of World Soil Day and the pivotal role that students can play in advocating for sustainable soil management practices.
The aim of the event was to foster awareness about soil health, its monitoring, and sustainable management practices among young minds. By engaging students in creative activities like poster-making, the competition sought to instill a sense of responsibility and encourage them to think critically about environmental challenges.
Event Outcome
The World Soil Day Poster Presentation Competition was a resounding success, achieving its objectives of raising awareness about soil conservation and sustainable management, and encouraging innovative thinking and solutions among undergraduate agricultural students.
Mentor Name – Dr. Uzma Manzoor, Dr. Vineet Kumar and Dr. Susmita
Department Name – Department of Agriculture
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