BOMDILA, AUG 28:

A two-day Buyer-Seller Meet organised by the District Horticulture Officer West Kameng concluded at the Indoor Stadium Gyaptong Rupa on Friday with the signing of 29 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) between producers and buyers.

Held on August 27 and 28, the meet brought together local farmers, Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs), Farmer Producer Groups (FPGs), entrepreneurs and buyers to establish direct market linkages and promote locally produced agro-horticultural products.

The programme was inaugurated by West Kameng Deputy Commissioner Dilip Kumar in the presence of West Kameng Superintendent of Police Dorjee Wangdi Thungon, PRI members, heads of departments and offices, allied department representatives, entrepreneurs, farmers and other stakeholders.

Addressing the gathering, the DC stressed the need to strengthen market linkages, promote value addition and ensure better price realisation for farmers. He said such initiatives can help reduce market barriers, connect producers directly with buyers and create sustainable livelihood opportunities for farming communities.

The meet featured displays of locally produced agro-horticultural products followed by interactive sessions between buyers and sellers. Discussions focused on product quality, quantity, grading, packaging, pricing, transportation and regular procurement mechanisms.

Three MoUs were signed on the first day, followed by 26 additional agreements on the concluding day, taking the total to 29.

The agreements covered products including kiwi, persimmon, kidney beans, Sichuan pepper, soybean, star anise, sweet corn, turmeric, ginger, maize, walnut, dry fruits and large cardamom.

The initiative is expected to strengthen market access, promote commercial cultivation and improve income opportunities for farmers while fostering long-term partnerships between producers and buyers in West Kameng.