MIPI, AUG 23:

More than 50 farmers participated in an awareness generation and orientation programme on natural farming organised by the Department of Agriculture Dibang Valley at Mipi on Sunday.

The programme was conducted under the supervision of Anini Agriculture Development Officer Duyu Udi and attended by Mipi Zilla Parishad Member Siyo Miwu, Mipi Circle Officer Anmol Singh, GPC Dumpi Mega, Mipi Gaon Bura Tocha Mipi and Dibang Valley Kisan Morcha General Secretary Kobe Mihu, besides farmers and local community members.

Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Dibang Valley Subject Matter Specialist (Agroforestry) Neelam Sunny, who served as the resource person, sensitised the participants on the principles and practical benefits of natural farming. He highlighted the use of indigenous bio-inputs such as Beejamrit and Jeevamrit to improve soil health, reduce dependence on external inputs and promote sustainable cultivation.

Farmers were encouraged to adopt locally suitable, eco-friendly and climate-resilient practices, with emphasis on reducing input costs, strengthening farm resilience and promoting sustainable livelihoods.

The programme highlighted the Department of Agriculture’s efforts to promote healthy soils and sustainable and environmentally responsible farming practices across Dibang Valley. (DIPR)