The fourth edition of the “United Agri Tech – 2015” expo began at the Tamukkum Grounds here on Friday.
Supported by Tamil Nadu Agricultural University and Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, the organisers, United Trade Fairs, expected that the expo would benefit farmers in the southern districts apart from agro producers, entrepreneurs and government officials.
The expo, which has close to 150 stalls, was inaugurated by Professor Gopalakrishnan of Agricultural College and Research Institute. It would conclude on June 28.
The display of latest techniques, gadgets, equipment at the expo to be adopted by farmers in the changing pattern of farm management would be useful and informative, said S. Packiaraj and D. Manojkumar, expo directors.
Last year, close to 35,000 persons visited the expo held in the city and this year, around 50,000 persons are expected to visit the expo.
The expo would be open from 10 a.m. and as an incentive to farmers from other districts, the organisers have planned to provide free pick up from Periyar bus stand, Maatuthavani and Arapalayam bus stands respectively, they also added.
