Kudecho Khamo and others during the distribution of machines to honey farmers at Phusachodu village on August 13. (Morung Photo)
Our Correspondent
Phek | August 13
Nagaland CAWD & Taxes, Advisor Kudecho Khamo today distributed machines to honey farmers at Phusachodu village under Phek district.
The machines was provided by Nagaland Beekeeping & Honey Mission (NBHM) under Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana (PMVDY), also known as the Van Dhan scheme, aims to improve the socio-economic status of tribal communities by enhancing their livelihoods through the sustainable use of forest resources.
It focuses on value addition to Minor Forest Produce (MFP) and skill development to transform tribal gatherers into entrepreneurs.
Addressing the gathering, Khamo thanked NBHM for providing such machines to the honey farmers in the village and hoped that it would go a long way in enhancing their entrepreneurial activities. He looks forward continuous support and assistance from NBHM to boost the rural economy.
Later, in his address at the Phusachodumi Farmers’ meet, Khamo stressed on the need to adopt a comprehensive farming policy to ensure sustainable growth, food security, and farmer prosperity.
The farmers’ meet discussed on farming, finance, subsidies and marketing of Coffee, Kiwi, Persimmon, Cardamom, Banana, Tomato and also livestock farming.
Er. Khuvoyi Vese, Deputy Team Leader, NBHM also addressed the meeting. The programme was chaired by Chekrotso Chuzho, VDB Secretary while welcome address was delivered by Phusachodu Village Council chairman Velapa Theluo.
Vote of thanks was proposed by Vahizo Theluo Chairman, Uzara VDVK.
