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Dimapur, November 6
[dropcap]A[/dropcap]n exposure tour of Phek farmers to Sikkim was organized by KVK Phek, from 27th October to 1st November 2014, led by Ms. Hannah Krujia (SMS Agronomy) and assisted by Ms. Mezhusieno Beio (SRF NICRA). A total of 21 farmers participated and visited ICAR-RC Tadong where Dr. Chandan (Scientist) assisted and explained the various techniques of hill cultivation. He also emphasized on effects of climate change on agriculture and educated the farmers on the various ways to mitigate and adopt climate-resilient techniques. They visited the cardamom plantation (ICRI) where the scientist-in-charge explained the cultivation and management practices. Scientist from Animal Science Section also interacted and provided various informations on poultry, piggery, dairy and goatery.The farmers also visited SAMETI, Department of Agriculture, Gangtok where Asha Lama (Joint Director-cum-Project Director, ATMA, East Sikkim) interacted with them. Dr. R.C. Upadhya (Director in charge) and staff of NRC Orchid, Pakyong, facilitated their visit and the farmers were acquainted to the different species of Orchids found in North-East and imported hybrids. They learnt about the various propagation techniques, different media used for cultivation and management practices.
The farmers gained more knowledge not only on different advanced technologies, but also learnt on the economic viability under sustainable agriculture.
The farmers conveyed their gratitude to the Director, NRCM ICAR, Dr. R.K. Singh Programme Coordinator, KVK Phek and all the concerned staff for arranging the exposure tour.
