Farmers' training prog begins
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, January 28 2023:
Federation of Civil Societies Organisation (FOCS), Manipur in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Imphal East inaugurated a four-day long farmers' training programme on 'Integrated Farming System' at the hall of Maharaj Garibniwaz Memorial Club, Wangkhei Ningthem Pukhri Mapal, here, on Saturday.
Presided over by FOCS president Th Manihar, the inaugural function was attended by CAU, Iroisemba dean Prof Indira Sarangthem and KVK, Imphal East head and senior scientist S Moliba -la as dignitaries on the dais.
Speaking on the occasion S Molibala informed that KVKs have been providing training to farmers with regard to rearing of animals including poultry, livestock and others.
She then appreciated FOCS for extending its support to KVKs in this regard.
Regarding the 'Integrated Farming system', she said that KVK, Imphal East has been imparting training pertaining to the system since 2009 with the objecting of improving the old agricul tural practices by utilisation of latest technologies and knowledge, thereby helping to increase the yield.
During the programme, trainees will be trained on cultivation of mushrooms, fishery and ver-micomposting, she added.