3-day training on Seed Production in Improved Rice Varieties held
Source: The Sangai Express

Chandel, May 17 2025: A three-day training program on "Seed Production in Improved Rice Varieties" was conducted from May 14 to 16 at ICAR Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Chandel.

The program was organized under the Front Line Demonstration on Participatory Seed Production, with the goal of equipping farmers with essential knowledge and practices to produce high-quality seeds of improved rice varieties, said a press release issued by A Ameeta Devi, Senior Scientist & Head, ICAR - KVK Chandel.

The technical session was conducted by Ts Leenda Monsang, Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Breeding).

To support practical application, quality seeds and plant protection (PP) chemicals were distributed to 20 participating fanners.

These inputs were provided as part of the frontline demonstration to encourage adoption and enhance productivity at the grassroots level.

The program was attended by A Ameeta Devi, Senior Scientist & Head, KVK Chandel, and Ps Lavid Anal, Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture) .

A highlight of the event was a motivational session by Ds Toreiphun, a progressive farmer from the region, who shared her inspiring success story in seed production.

She recounted her journey from conventional paddy cultivation to adopting improved seed production techniques with support from KVK Chandel.

Her efforts not only enhanced her own farm yields but also enabled her to supply quality seeds to farmers, fostering a spirit of collaboration and self-reliance within the farming community.

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