Last Updated on: May 08, 2025

Department of Agriculture, Dhemaji

Introduction

Dhemaji district, located in the northeastern state of Assam, is known for its picturesque landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and agricultural prominence. Situated in the easternmost part of Assam, Dhemaji shares its borders with Arunachal Pradesh to the north and east, Lakhimpur district to the west, and the mighty Brahmaputra River to the south. The district is characterized by an extensive network of rivers and tributaries, making it prone to annual floods but also contributing to its fertile land and rich biodiversity. Agriculture is the backbone of Dhemaji’s economy, with a majority of its population engaged in farming. The district's alluvial soil, deposited by rivers like the Brahmaputra, Subansiri, and Jiadhol, supports the cultivation of a variety of crops. Paddy (rice) is the primary crop, followed by mustard, pulses, sugarcane, and vegetables. The region also sees a growing interest in horticulture, with crops like banana, orange, and pineapple being cultivated. Despite challenges like frequent floods, Dhemaji remains an important agricultural hub in Assam, with efforts being made to promote sustainable and flood-resistant farming practices.

Contact Details

Office of the District Agricultural officer,  Dhemaji, 787053

Email ID: dao15dmj@gmail.com

Vision of the Agriculture Department

To ensure food and nutritional security for the people of Dhemaji while transforming agriculture into a profitable and attractive enterprise. The department aims to promote sustainability and resilience, improving the overall livelihood of farmers in the district.

Mission of the Agriculture Department

The mission is to increase crop production and enhance net farm income through environmentally friendly and farmer-centric approaches. By implementing various Central Sector Schemes and State Sector Schemes, the department strives to support farmers with modern technologies, improved practices, and financial assistance for their welfare and economic upliftment.

 

 

 

Objectives of the Agriculture Department, Dhemaji

1. Food and Nutritional Security: Ensure adequate food production and nutritional security for the people of Dhemaji district.
2. Enhancing Crop Production & Farmers' Income: Increase crop yield and net farm income through modern and sustainable agricultural practices.
3. Employment Generation: Create job opportunities to address unemployment challenges in the district.
4. Efficient Natural Resource Management: Promote the sustainable use of natural resources to maximize agricultural output from limited land.
5. Women Empowerment: Strengthen women's participation in agriculture through skill training programs.
6. Integrated Farming System (IFS) Promotion: Introduce the IFS model to enhance farm income and optimize land utilization.
7. Post-Harvest Management & Marketing Support: Develop marketing facilities to reduce post-harvest losses and prevent distress sales of perishable agricultural produce.

Key Functions of the Agriculture Department, Dhemaji

1. Implementation of Government Schemes: Execute beneficiary-oriented Central and State Sector Agricultural Schemes to improve farmers' livelihoods in the district.
2. Farmer Skill Development: Provide training on the use of bio-fertilizers, bio-pesticides, and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to promote sustainable farming and reduce environmental hazards.
3. Technology Transfer: Act as a bridge between research institutions and farmers by introducing viable and eco-friendly agricultural technologies.
4. Crop Insurance Support: Offer crop insurance for notified crops to protect farmers from financial losses due to natural calamities.
5. Timely Input Supply: Ensure the availability of quality fertilizers, seeds, pesticides, and agricultural equipment at the farmers' level.
6. Women-Centric Skill Development: Empower women through agricultural skill training programs in food processing, mushroom cultivation, and small-scale nurseries to enhance their income and self-reliance.
7. Employment & Livelihood Improvement: Generate rural employment and uplift the standard of living of farmers through sustainable agricultural initiatives.

By implementing these objectives and functions, the Agriculture Department of Dhemaji aims to strengthen the agricultural sector, improve farmers' economic conditions, and ensure food security for the district's population.

Basic Information

Geographical location:

•  Geographical area     : 3,23,695 ha
•  Total cultivable land : 1,27,684 ha
•  Net cropped area                  :1,04,764 ha

            a) Mono cropped area    : 94,378 ha

            b) Double cropped area  : 41,358 ha

            c) Triple cropped area    : 7,577.40 ha

•  Gross cropped area                 : 1,50,890 ha
• Areas under Horticulture/ Plantation crop  : 2,539 ha
• Area under Tea gardens        : 52 ha
• Cropping Intensity :144 %

• Population Pattern (2011 census): (Nos.)

• Total                686133

• No. of Farm Families: 124138 nos.
• As per land holding pattern:

            i. Marginal (3 – 7.5 bigha)      :44689

            ii. Small (7.5 – 15 bigha)        :45931

            iii. Big (above 15 bigha)                     :27312

            iv. Landless (below3 bigha)    : 6206

 

Departmental structure & Contact details

Designation	Name	Phone Number
District Agriculture Officer (DAO)	Sri Tanay Jyoti Gogoi	9864798233
Sub-Divisional Agriculture Officer (SDAO)	Sri Badan Lahon	7002935814
Sub-Divisional Agriculture Officer (SDAO)	Sri Debamoni Hazarika	9435086189
Agricultural Development Officer (ADO),Dhemaji	Ms. Dikhita Saikia	9101258242
Agricultural Development Officer (ADO), Butikur
Agricultural Development Officer (ADO),Machkhowa	Dr. Phunu Mili	8876412862
Agricultural Development Officer (ADO), Gogamukh	Mr. Siddhartha Sankar Saikia	8638841698
Agricultural Development Officer (ADO), Bordoloni
Agricultural Development Officer (ADO), Sissiborgaon	Mr. Anupam Dutta	9127594352
Agricultural Development Officer (ADO), Silapather
Agricultural Development Officer (ADO), Jonai	Miss Nikita Kaman	8136055510
Agricultural Development Officer (ADO), Sikari
Agricultural Development Officer (ADO), Telem	Ms. Kongkana Gogoi	8399969490
Agricultural Development Officer (ADO), Simen Chapori	Dr. Rimi Deori	8876057539
Programme Officer (PO)	Ms. Alija Burhagohain	6000522760

 

 

 

EXISTING MAJOR CROPS WITH AREA, PRODUCTION AND PRODUCTIVITY IN DISTRICT (2023-24)

Sl. No.	Name of the crop			Area	Average Productivity (Kg/ha)			Production * (MT)
1	a) Sali Paddy			71363	3347			238851.96
	b) Bao Paddy (including Red Rice)			18015 (13394 ha area of Red Rice)	2018			36354.27
	c) Summer Paddy			3600	3910			14076
	d) Autumn Paddy			1427	2421			3454.767
2	Rape and mustard			31056	738			22919.33
3	Maize			276	2825			779.7
4	Potato			5921	7610			45058.81
5	Sesamum			953	638			608.014
6	Ginger			522	18521			9667.962
7		Turmeric	867			35300	30605.100
8		Garlic	398			9121	3630. 158
9		Chillies	416			11525	4794.40
		Bhut Chilli	20			1195	23900
10		Black gram	2098			586	1229.428
11		Assam Lemon	443			16250	7198.75
12		Vegetables (Rabi)	4862			15271	74247.602
13		Vegetable (Kharif)	2431			13860	33693.66