The Annual Zonal Workshop of Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) under the ICAR-Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI), Zone VII, Umiam, in association with College of Fisheries, Lembucherra has officially begun at the College of Fisheries, CAU (Imphal), Lembucherra, Tripura.
The three-day event, running from September 19 to September 21, brought together 43 KVKs from across Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura, marking a significant milestone in advancing agricultural innovation in the North East.
Tripura Governor N Indrasena Reddy Nallu who inaugurated the workshop commended KVKs as the true bridge between the laboratory and the land. He emphasized the role of KVKs as game changers in the region, with over 50 per cent of farmers benefiting from their knowledge and services.
The Governor praised the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and Central Agricultural University, Imphal for its pioneering role in agricultural technology transfer and urged a focus on youth employment through innovative agricultural solutions.
Dr. Anupam Mishra, Vice Chancellor, Central Agricultural University, Imphal emphasised the importance of the College of Fisheries in promoting sustainable fisheries practices across North East India.
Dr. Mishra underscored the vital role of the College of Fisheries in developing innovative fish farming techniques and fostering a network of different KVKs to enhance the region’s fisheries sector.
He highlighted the significance of networking between KVKs and the College of Fisheries to disseminate modern, eco-friendly fisheries practices to rural farmers, ensuring improved livelihoods and environmental sustainability.
Dr. Mishra also stressed the need for continued collaboration to boost the region’s fish production and integrate sustainable aquaculture into North East India’s agricultural framework.
“This partnership is expected to be a cornerstone of future efforts to advance the fisheries sector while ensuring long-term sustainability and economic growth for the region,” he said.
