Establishment

Dr.Gangadharrao Pathrikar College of Agriculture was established in 2015. This institute is named after Late Shri Dr.G.Y. Pathrikar who was the great administrator, and one of the trustee member of MGM. Considering growing importance of computer and information technology in Business, Management and Industries, Department of Bioinformatics and Biotechnology was established in 2002. The college offers various graduate and post graduate degree courses in Computer Science and Biosciences affiliated to Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krushi Vidyapith, Parbhani.

About College

Dr.Gangadharrao Pathrikar College of Agriculture is one of the primer Educational institute in the jurisdiction of the Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krushi Vidyapith, Parbhani. It is part of the Society that runs a network of Schools, Colleges (Senior Colleges, Engineering Colleges and Agricultural Colleges), Polytechnics, at a number of places, occupying a significant place on the educational map of the state. As on date it is fully developed and accredited for excellence in quality education by Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth Rahuri.

Mission

To discover, share, and disseminate knowledge of integrated agricultural and environmental systems to students, the agricultural community, and society.

Values and Vision

We strive to support student success through a productive, engaging, and fulfilling work environment that facilitates excellence and personal satisfaction among its personnel. Faculty, staff, and administration work together in a collaborative relationship of trust and mutual respect. The interconnected, family atmosphere of the college, and the diversity of our students and personnel, creates a welcoming environment that nurtures success. The integrated nature of our program uniquely positions us to embrace the dynamic nature of innovation and technology in agriculture. By exemplifying the teacher-scholar model, and by modeling best practices in education and agriculture, the College of Agriculture maintains a reputation of excellence and garners respect on campus, in the North State, and throughout the agricultural community. We support the quality of our college by the generation, responsible stewardship, and accountability of all resources (time, fiscal, environmental, and human resources). We maintain honest, respectful communication with each other and our stakeholders. We facilitate opportunities for professional development for our personnel. We maintain an active outreach program that promotes a diverse community of students and personnel. We promote experiential, high-quality learning environments that engage our students with our personnel and the curriculum. We create an integrated curriculum that develops an appreciation and understanding of the social, economic, and environmental significance of the soil-plant-animal interface. We extend our knowledge in service to the campus, North State, and agricultural community.