An ex-trainee meet cum farm machineries expo/technology showcase was held for farmers from different villages in South Garo Hills today.
The programme was organised by the Krishi Vigyan Kendra, under the Central Agricultural University.
A total of 64 ex-trainees including self help group members took part in the programme, that also included an interaction and a technical session conducted by scientists to discuss doubts, problems of farmers which will enhance crop productivity, increase crop diversification and increase their income.
Principal Scientist and Head of KVK, South Garo Hills Dr. Athokpam Haribhushan and other scientists, Dr. Rupam Bhattacharjya (SMS-Livestock Production), Basu Langpoklakpam (SMS-Horticulture), Thongam Monika Devi (SMS-Fisheries), Bishorjit Ningthoujam (SMS-Agri. Engg), Dr. Karam Amarjit Singh (Prog. Asst) and. Charish P. Marak (Farm Manager) of KVK attended the programme.
Two ex-trainee farmers from Bibragre and Balwatgre village also shared their experience and knowledge to the participants.
As part of the technology showcase programme, a demonstration on vermin composting technology, azolla cultivation and oyster mushroom cultivation was also conducted.
