World Food Day observed
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 16 2014:
As in other parts of the globe, World Food Day was observed under the theme, 'Family farming: Feeding the world, caring for the earth', at the training hall of State Agriculture Directorate today.
Agriculture Director S Gunija Devi, Joint Director Louis Ngasainao and CADA Additional Chief Engineer K Manoranjan graced the function as chief guest, president and guest of honour respectively.
In her speech, S Gunija said that Food and Agricultural Organisation, which is one of the important branches of UN, was established on October 16, 1945 .
To commemorate the day, World Food Day is observed across the globe, she added.
Saying that the UN has declared 2014 as International Year of Family Farming, Gunija said that family farming not only brings socio-economic development but also ensures food security.
The Director added that it is also eco-friendly.
All Manipur Progressive Farmers Association also observed the day at their Keishampat office with association president Joy Nongmaithem gracing the function as functional president.