Training programme kicks off
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, February 06 2023:
A 7-day Residential Beneficiary Training Programme for Oak Tasar Farmers under RKVY-RAFTAAR, 2021-22 kicked off today at the Directorate of Sericulture, PMC Sangaipat.
The training programme is being organised by the Department of Sericulture, Government of Manipur.
Director of Sericulture Bidyarani Ayekpam, MCS and Scientist - D and Head, RSRS Imphal Dr Y Debraj Singh graced the inaugural function as the presidium members.
Speaking as the chief guest, Bidyarani Ayekpam highlighted the importance of imparting training among the farmers on how to rear silkworms and how to extract silk thread from them.
Considering the increasing demand of sericulture products, the training programme has been organised specially for Oak Tasar farmers, she said.
Stating that silk products are highly sought after, she expressed that the farmers should focus on enhancing productivity of premium quality silk products by using new and improved techniques.