An awareness and training program aimed at improving the production and productivity of Mithun farming was held today at the Noklak Village Council Hall, organized by the ICAR-National Research Centre on Mithun in collaboration with Hope Channel, Dimapur, Nagaland. The program focused on educating local farmers about the semi-intensive Mithun farming system and its potential benefits.
Special Guest, Deputy Commissioner, Noklak, Arikumba highlighted the importance of Mithun rearing, describing it as the backbone of the rural economy. He emphasized the need for sustainable practices in Mithun farming, urging rearers to optimize the use of resources and adopt modern farming techniques.
Major B. S. Chauhan of 14 Assam Rifles, the guest of honour, spoke about Mithun rearing as not only an ancestral practice but also an integral part of local traditions and culture. He stressed the significance of preserving this practice while ensuring its sustainability.
Girish Patil, Director of ICAR-National Research Centre on Mithun, underlined the role of Mithun farming in providing year-round income for tribal farmers. In his presentation on Mithun husbandry under a semi-intensive rearing system, Patil discussed scientific feeding practices, the importance of accurate Mithun enumeration, and the potential of organic certification and value addition for Mithun products such as meat, milk, and leather.
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Liang, Chairman of the Mithun Farmers’ Society, shared insights on the current state of Mithun farming in Noklak, noting the community’s efforts to implement fencing around Mithun rearing areas for better management. He expressed gratitude to the local villagers, community members, and the government for their continued support.
Earlier, welcome address was given by Dr. Kezhavitou Vüprü, Chief Technical Officer of ICAR-NRC on Mithun, followed by the keynote address by Dr. Kobu Khate, also Chief Technical Officer at ICAR-NRC. The program concluded with’a vote of thanks from Tiakala Amri, Director of Hope Channel, Dimapur.
Theprogram is expected to equip Mithun farmers with the necessary skills and knowledge to improve their farming practices and enhance the productivity of Mithun, benefiting the local economy and ensuring the sustainability of the farming system.
