A District Level Coordination Committee (DLCC) meeting was convened at the DPDB hall in Longleng on August 5th, 2023, under the IFAD FOCUS Project. The meeting brought together Heads of Offices from the Agriculture and Allied sectors to discuss and plan for the implementation of the project.

Chaired by Dr. Samuel Akho Konyak, EAC and Nodal Officer for DLCC-FOCUS, the meeting commenced with Mokeya Tep, District Project Officer of FOCUS, providing a concise overview of the proceedings. Discussions during the meeting centered around the exit strategy of the FOCUS project to ensure sustainable agricultural development in the region.

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Akangtula Jamir, District Project Associate of FOCUS, emphasized the importance of convergence reports from all agri-allied departments to foster a cohesive approach towards agricultural growth.

An essential aspect of the meeting involved the distribution of training materials received from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to the Departments of Horticulture, Soil and Water Conservation, and Veterinary. These materials are intended to be disseminated to the farming community, empowering them with knowledge and techniques for improved agricultural practices.

The DLCC meeting proved to be a significant step in advancing the IFAD FOCUS Project’s goals of promoting agricultural development and enhancing livelihood opportunities for the farming community in Longleng.