Training cum input distribution programme
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, May 07 2014:
ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Manipur Centre, Imphal and Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Chandel organised an awareness cum training programme on 'Promoting improved technology of groundnut production among the tribal farmers of Manipur under TSP' and input distribution programme today under the sponsorship of Directorate of Groundnut Research, Junagadh, Gujarat at Chandel.
The programme was graced by Dr N Prakash, Joint Director, ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Manipur Centre, Imphal as the chief guest.
In the technical session, Dr MA Ansari, Scientist (Agronomy); Dr Punitha P, Scientist (Agri Extension) and Dr Susheel Kumar Sharma (Scientist), plant pathology discussed detail package and practices about the crop, pest and disease management.
Dr GP Kabui, PC, Chandel KVK; Levis; Motilal; Dr Amita, SMS from Chandel KVK have also participated in the programme.
The ICAR has provided all critical inputs like seeds, fertilizers, Agrilime, Pesticides and herbicides for groundnut cultivation for farmers of selected villages of the district.