Scientists and farmers during the Interaction Programme held at at Mirem Village, Pakur Village and Partung Mithun Farm in Arunachal Pradesh on January 4.
Itanagar, January 4 (MExN): A Farmer–Scientist Interaction Programme was organised on January 4, at Mirem Village, Pakur Village and Partung Mithun Farm in Arunachal Pradesh by the ICAR–National Research Centre (NRC) on Mithun, Medziphema, in collaboration with the Jomolomogku Mithun Farmers Federation.
The programme was led by the Director of ICAR–NRC on Mithun, along with a team of scientists, District Veterinary Officers (DVOs) and progressive Mithun farmers.
The team visited all three locations and held interactive discussions with local farmers on Mithun health management, breeding, conservation and scientific rearing practices.
During the interactions, the Director stressed the importance of strong farmer–scientist linkages to enhance productivity and ensure the sustainability of Mithun farming.
Farmers actively shared their field experiences, challenges and indigenous knowledge, making the interaction highly participatory and informative.
