University of Agricultural Sciences, Mandya

At University of Agricultural Sciences, Mandya (UAS Mandya), we embrace the power of knowledge, regional empowerment, and sustainable farming. Rooted in the rich agricultural legacy of the Old Mysuru region, our university aims to be the catalyst for a new era of innovation and growth in agri-education.

Founded as the historic College of Agriculture at V.C. Farm in 1991, UAS Mandya has been nurturing agricultural talent for over three decades—offering B.Sc. (Agri.), diploma, and extension-focused programs to uplift our rural youth.

In early 2025, the Karnataka State Cabinet formally approved the establishment of the new agricultural university at the V.C. Farm campus—marking a long-awaited step toward regional agricultural advancement. Envisioned on the model of Shivamogga University of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences, UAS Mandya will unite the College of Agriculture (Mandya), College of Agriculture (Hassan), College of Agriculture (Chamarajanagar), College of Forestry (Ponnampet), and the College of Horticultural Sciences (Mysuru) under its banner. Its jurisdiction will cover the districts of Mysuru, Mandya, Hassan, Chamarajanagar, and Kodagu

Vishweshwaraiah Canal (V.C) Farm Mandya-Melkote, Road, Mandya, Karnataka 571405
registraruasm@gmail.com
+91 0823277211

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Dr. VENU, S. A.

Designation: Assistant Professor

Email: fastvenu@gmail.com

Education

Degree	University	Specialization
Ph.D.	University of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur	Processing and Food Engineering
M.Tech.	University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru	Processing and Food Engineering
B.Tech.	University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru	Agricultural Engineering
Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management	Karnataka State Open University	Marketing Management
Post Graduate Diploma	Annamalai University	Intellectual Property Rights
Post Graduate Diploma	Annamalai University	Dairy Technology

Research Interests & Expertise

My specialization is in Processing and Food Engineering, a multidisciplinary field that applies principles of engineering, science, and mathematics to food manufacturing, processing, packaging, and distribution. I am a Gold Medallist in doctoral studies. I am interested in the design and development of low-cost cooling units, zero energy cooling chambers, and fabrication of hand-operated and machine-operated machinery. I have 8 years of experience in energy auditing of field crops, energy management, and renewable energy. I also have a strong interest in extraction of essential oils and oleoresins from various medicinal plants with high medicinal value. I am highly enthusiastic about working on biofuel, biodiesel, and other bio-agents. In addition, I have a keen interest in the development of millet-based value-added products.

Awards

Best Business Plan with cash price Rs. 1,50,000/- received from Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FKCCI), MANTHAN-2017, Bengaluru.
Young Engineer Award – received from Chief Minister of Tripura State -The institution of Engineers, Tripura, Agartala.
Silver Medal – received from The Institution of engineers, Mumbai, India.
Young Scientist – received from Science & Tech Society for Integrated Rural Development, Telangana State.
Scientist Associate Award – received from Society for Scientific Development Agriculture & Technology, Hyderabad (Telangana State).
Best Model Presenter – received in National Student Conference conducted by Indian Institute of Crop Processing Technology (IIFPT) of MoFPI, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu.
Best Research Paper – received from Karnataka Science and Technology Academy, Bengaluru.
Best Oral Presentation Award for the topic entitled “Non-destructive quality evaluation for fruits and vegetables” in 1st National Seminar on Emerging Trends in Agriculture and Allied Sciences: A Pathway to food security, Agritech publication and encourage society. Pp 30. 12-13 July, 2025.

Publication Links

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