Shillong, Nov 7: A skill development workshop on ‘Quality Seed Production Technology: Sowing the Future’ was organised by the ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Umiam, on November 5.
The workshop aimed to create awareness and enhance the technical knowledge and skills of farmers, rural youth, extension personnel and other stakeholders in quality seed production technologies.
Representatives from the Directorate of Agriculture, District Agriculture Officers of Ri-Bhoi and East Khasi Hills, Research Officers from Shillong, Tura and Jowai, National Seeds Corporation, AICRI In-charge, Upper Shillong, ADO, Jirang, FPO, Tyrso, scientists, progressive farmers and other stakeholders attended the workshop.
The workshop provided a platform for interaction and knowledge exchange among research institutions, government departments, extension agencies, farmers and other stakeholders, and highlighted the need for coordinated efforts to strengthen the quality seed production and distribution system in Meghalaya.
