Seminar held
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 05 2014 :
Directorate of Commerce and Industries organised a seminar on opportunities on food processing industries in Manipur at Iboyaima Shumang Leela Shanglen today.
Commerce and Industries former Director Dhiraj Yumnam, former APO (Sugar) O Dhaneshwar, Fishery Director K Saratkumar, Commerce and Industries official M Tonjao and Commerce and Industries Additional Director T Rajen graced the opening function as chief guest, president and guests of honour respectively.
Speaking at the function, Dhiraj Yumnam said that it is the right time to hold the seminar as part of the seven-day Imphal Food Expo.
It is necessary to impart knowledge on food processing and preservation of vegetables and crops, he added.
Dhiraj Yumnam further said that income in huge amount can be generated if the fruits, vegetables and fishes, found in the State are marketed to other States by preserving it and preparing pickles.
He also urged the self employed people to enhance their production by acquiring technical know-how from experts.