
Dimapur, October 31 (MExN): To mark the celebrations of ‘Bharat Ka Amrut Mahotsav’ in commemoration of 75 years of India’s independence, ATMA-Dimapur Dhansiripar block organized a field day and kisan gosthi cum seed distribution programme on October 29 at Vidima and Kiyeto village. Winter vegetable seeds were distributed to two active groups namely Seidze and Kili CIGs. The members were taught on nursery bed preparation, sowing, transplanting, irrigation, nutrition and plant protection measures of various winter vegetable crops. Presentations on pest and disease identification and management practices were also delivered also highlighted to the participants. The programme concluded with interaction so as to exchange views and experiences directly with the farmers on different problems in agriculture with special emphasis on vegetable cultivation. For better production of vegetables, farmers were encouraged to adopt crop rotation practices and planting/sowing at the right season and use of better varieties.
The resource persons for the programme were Arenjungla, AO(DAO) & BTT Convenor(ATMA Dhansiripar block), Florence, ATM and Viketouzou, ATM. Altogether 22 women farmers participated in the programme chaired by Moainla, BTM Dhansiripar block.