Farmers' fair cum interaction programme
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, March 27 2015 :
A farmers' fair cum interaction programme organised by the Central Agricultural University (CAU), Imphal was held today at CAU Research Farm, Andro, Imphal East.
The programme was attended by Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries Md Abdul Nasir, Deputy Speaker of Manipur Legislative Assembly MK Preshow, Vice Chancellor, CAU Imphal Dr M Premjit Singh and Ch Gandhar Meitei, khullakpa, Andro as the presidium members.
Speaking at the function, Moirangthem Premjit Singh said that more emphasis would be given to the needs of the farmers in order to increase their productivity as well as meet the product quality.
Low-cost techniques on uses of various crops would also be given importance.
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He added that vocational training centre and multitechnology centre would be soon established in CAU, Iroisemba with an objective to impart training to the people and also provide a source of income for farmers who have wide experience in the field of farming.
To promote the pineapple growers of the State, a Pineapple Progressive Unit would be established and various steps initiated to import the products to other States as well, Moirangthem Premjit Singh said.
Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries Md Abdul Nasir said that with the implementation of modern technologies, agricultural products can be increased manifold.
He further assured the farmers of extending all possible assistance in developing the agricultural sector of the State.
Around 15 stalls were set up by farmers to showcase their products.
The programme was participated by 300 farmers of Imphal East district.