Director of Jute Development, Jintu Das and others during assessment of millet cultivation in Kezoma village under Kohima district on November 11. (Morung Photo)
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Kohima | November 11
Director of Jute Development, Union Ministry of Agriculture, Jintu Das, has encouraged farmers in Kezoma village under Kohima district to strengthen millet cultivation through improved farming practices, collective organisation and better marketing strategies.
Das, who visited the village on November 11 to assess millet cultivation, said he serves as the nodal officer overseeing agricultural development activities across the northeastern states, including Nagaland.
His visit was aimed at assessing the progress of millet cultivation and promoting the crop across the region.
The Director also encouraged farmers to form Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) to access support and assistance from concerned departments. He also stressed the importance of adopting improved agricultural practices and proper branding and packaging of locally cultivated products to enhance their market potential.
Expressing satisfaction with the extent of millet cultivation in the village, Das appreciated the farmers' efforts and observed that they had effectively combined traditional knowledge with modern farming practices. He also urged them to make proper use of the agricultural machinery provided to improve productivity.
During the visit, demonstrations of both traditional and mechanised millet milling were conducted. Officials from the Directorate of Agriculture and the District Agriculture Office were also present.
