Fertilizer distributed
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, August 30 2013 :
MLA of Saikul Constituency Yamthong Haokip distributed 1200 bags of fertilizer to farmers of Saikul Constituency under the initiative of State Agriculture Department at his Mantripukhri residence here today.
Talking to media persons on the sidelines of fertilizer distribution, MLA Yamthong said that only 1200 bags of fertilizer cannot suffice the needs of all farmers under his constituency.
At least 3000 bags are required for his constituency and he has requested Agriculture Minister Md Nasir to take up special measures to meet the shortage of fertilizer in the State.
All the 1200 bags of fertilizer were distributed to the famers at the rate of Rs.320 per bag, he noted.