In a moment of pride and recognition, the Satyanand Stokes Library at Dr. YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry in Nauni has been honoured with the prestigious ‘Best Usage of J-Gate@CeRA’ award for the year 2022. The accolade was presented during the Regional J-Gate@CeRA training program hosted at CSK HPKV Palampur.
The Consortium for e-Resources in Agriculture, better known as CeRA, stands as a beacon of digital resources in the realm of agricultural knowledge. Established in 2007, CeRA represents an e-Consortium of Agricultural Libraries under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, dedicated to supporting the National Agricultural Research and Education System Libraries.
This pioneering consortium has played a pivotal role in providing round-the-clock access to a curated selection of journals in agricultural and allied sciences, catering to researchers, educators, students, policy-makers, administrators, and extension specialists. With a mission to empower the academic community and promote agricultural advancement, CeRA’s impact has been nothing short of transformative.
At the heart of CeRA’s offerings lies J-Gate@CeRA, an indispensable component of India’s academic landscape. This dynamic platform boasts an extensive collection of electronic resources and research materials that serve as a cornerstone for education and research within the agricultural domain. The resources available through J-Gate@CeRA have played a pivotal role in advancing knowledge and fostering growth within India’s agriculture sector.
A testament to its commitment to advancing agricultural research, CeRA is funded by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), which facilitates free access to a wealth of authentic research articles for all agricultural institutions across the nation. This commitment to democratizing knowledge has earned CeRA accolades and respect within the academic and research communities.
The Regional J-Gate@CeRA training program is a crucial component of CeRA’s outreach efforts, which aims to promote research activities and the effective utilization of its resources. As part of this program, institutions are recognized and awarded under various categories, with the ‘Best Usage of J-Gate@CeRA’ award being one of the most prestigious honours.
