Farmers Training Programme on ‘Instrumental Jute Grading System’ under SCSP Scheme
20th February 2025, Kolkata
ICAR-National Institute of Natural Fibre Engineering and Technology, Kolkata, in collaboration with the local administration of Haringhata, Nadia, organized the Farmers’ Awareness Training Programme on Instrumental Jute Grading System under the SCSP Scheme at Haringhata Block today.
The primary objective of the training was to educate jute-growing farmers on the instrumental grading process, enabling them to receive fair pricing for their produce. A live demonstration of jute fiber grading was conducted using the Portable Digital Jute Grading Instrument, developed by ICAR-NINFET. Farmers were provided information on the institute’s mandates, farmer-friendly technologies, ongoing schemes, and training programs. The session also allowed for direct interaction with farmers to address their questions and concerns.
The training programme witnessed active participation from around 150 farmers, making it a successful initiative toward promoting scientific jute grading techniques for better economic returns.
(Source: ICAR National Institute of Natural Fibre Engineering and Technology, Kolkata)
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