Distribution-cum-Training programme of tribal farmers of Gurez, District Bandipora

Distribution-cum-Training programme of tribal farmers of Gurez, District Bandipora

20th July 2023, Srinagar

Training cum distribution programme was conducted under TSP Scheme for the tribal farmers of District Bandipora at Izmarg Gurez in collaboration with KVK/ MAR&ES-SKUAST-K in which 50 tribal farmers participated on 20th July 2023.

Dr M K Verma, Director, ICAR-CITH, Srinagar acquainted the farmers regarding importance of training programmes and gave the future line of action regarding walnut varietal introduction, off season nursery of vegetables and Kala Zera cultivation under TSP Scheme for tribal farmers of the area.

Distribution-cum-Training programme of tribal farmers of Gurez, District Bandipora  Distribution-cum-Training programme of tribal farmers of Gurez, District Bandipora

Dr Sajad Un Nabi nodal officer-TSP highlighted the importance of TSP Programmes conducted under the scheme Tribal sub plan.

Dr Bilal A Bhat, Head KVK and Scientist in charge MAR&ES-SKUAST-K, gave detailed information regarding the work being carried out by the center for the welfare of farmers in the region.

Dr J.I Mir acquainted the farmers regarding important walnut verities and protection of local verities under PPV&FRA.

Dr Wasim highlighted the importance of temperate fruit production and its importance in increasing the farmer’s income.

Dr Shah Nawaz scientist SKUAST gave detailed importance of apiculture industry in context to Gurez conditions.

Dr Mudasir also gave detailed importance of vegetables and their cultivation practices.

Dr Praveen also highlighted the importance of training and awareness programmes. ICAR-CITH is highly thankful to MARES Gurez Scientist In-charge

Dr Bilal and his team for their support and also to all the farmers who participated in the programme. At the end of the programme 100 Tarpaulins for agricultural use were distributed among the beneficiaries.

(Source: , ICAR-CITH, Srinagar)

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