Brishti Saikia

Dynamic and results-oriented Development Coordinator with extensive experience in agricultural project implementation, community engagement, and ICT-enabled extension services. Proven ability to coordinate multi-stakeholder initiatives, support field interventions, and enhance farmer outreach through climate-smart agricultural practices. Expertise in data analysis, report preparation, capacity building, and fostering collaboration among research institutions, government departments, and community groups. Committed to advancing sustainable agriculture, gender-inclusive development, and evidence-based decision-making to promote resilient farming systems and improve rural livelihoods.

• 2024: Published a book chapter on “Current Landscape of Organic Farming in Assam and challenges Confronting Organic Farmers in the Region” in the book “Advances in Agricultural Sciences”
• 2024: Participated in the training programme on Advances in Millet Breeding and Seed Production at ICRISAT, Telangana
• 2023: Participated in the Exposure visit-Cum-Training of the Trainers at IRRI South Asia Regional Centre (ISARC), Varanasi
• 2021: Published a research paper on Comparative Assessment of Wet Direct Seeded Rice Cultivation Technology with Traditional Rice Growing Practice in Lakhimpur District of Assam in Indian Journal of Extension Education, Vol.57, No.4, 2021(175-177)
• 2021: Participated in “Introduction to GIS, GPS and field data collection under APART organized by APART, OPIU, AAU
• 2021: Published extension bulletins on Package of Practices of Field Pea, Rapeseed & Mustard and Black gram under KVK Lakhimpur, AAU
• 2018: Presented Scientific Poster on “Organic Farming: A Boon or Bane?” at Research Conclave, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Guwahati
• 2018: Presented Scientific Poster on Green Finance: A Gateway to Green Economy” at the International Conference on Climate Change, Biodiversity and Sustainable Agriculture(ICCBSA) held at AAU, Jorhat
• 2017: Selected for ICAR-NTS Fellowship for P.G. Programme(Agribusiness Management) at Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana

Beyond my professional interests, I am passionate about travelling, which allows me to explore diverse cultures, broaden my perspective, and build meaningful connections with people from different backgrounds. I am also a music and literature enthusiast, finding inspiration, creativity, and relaxation through various genres and written works. Additionally, I enjoy making good friends and engaging with new communities, as it strengthens my interpersonal skills and enriches my understanding of social dynamics.