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Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Floriculture Mission 1.0 set to make Meghalaya NE's flower hub
Shillong: Meghalaya CM Conrad K Sangma on Tuesday announced that the state govt has earmarked Rs 240 crore over the next three years under Floriculture Mission 1.0, aiming to transform the state into a leading floriculture hub in the Northeast and across India. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Speaking during a visit to Mawkriah village in East Khasi Hills, the CM emphasised the mission's goal of making floriculture a high-value, climate-resilient, and sustainable livelihood option. Launched in March 2024, the mission targets over 3,000 farmers, offering a Rs 7 lakh subsidy package that includes inputs, infrastructure, and training. Nearly 500 farmers have already benefited from the programme. "This is the highest investment any government has made in floriculture in Meghalaya. We expect direct profit generation of Rs 600 crore through this mission over the next few years," Sangma said. The scheme focuses on cultivating high-value flowers such as orchids — dendrobium, cymbidium, vanda, and phalaenopsis — and oriental lilium, which are in high demand both domestically and globally. Meghalaya's unique agro-climatic conditions, blending tropical and temperate elements, make it ideal for such crops. To ensure quality and sustainability, the govt has partnered with two experienced service providers — Darjeeling Gardens and North Bengal Floritech — who will offer technical expertise, high-quality planting materials, infrastructure support, and assured market linkage through a three-year buyback arrangement. "Region-specific flower clusters are being developed using scientific cultivation techniques. We are building on the state's natural strengths and innovating with improved systems," Sangma added. The floriculture mission is part of Meghalaya's broader agricultural vision, which includes successful initiatives like the Lakadong Turmeric Mission.
News18
6 days ago
- Business
- News18
Meghalaya govt to spend Rs 240 cr over 3 yrs to make state floriculture hub: CM
Last Updated: Shillong, Aug 5 (PTI) Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Tuesday said his government will spend Rs 240 crore over the next three years to transform Meghalaya into a floriculture hub. Addressing a gathering during his visit to Mawkriah village in East Khasi Hills district, Sangma said the aim of the project is to make floriculture a high-value, climate-resilient and sustainable livelihood option for farmers in the state. The 'Floriculture Mission 1.0' aims to benefit over 3,000 farmers, with each receiving Rs 7 lakh subsidy for inputs, infrastructure and training. Nearly 500 farmers have already availed benefits of the scheme. 'This is the highest investment any government has made in floriculture in Meghalaya," Sangma said, adding that the government expects direct profit generation of Rs 600 crore from the initiative in the coming years. The scheme will focus on cultivating high-value flowers such as orchids, dendrobium, cymbidium, vanda and phalaenopsis and oriental lilium, which are in demand in domestic and international markets. 'Region-specific flower clusters are being developed using scientific cultivation techniques," Sangma said. 'We are building on the state's natural strengths and innovating with improved systems," he added. Meghalaya's unique agroclimatic conditions, with a blend of tropical and temperate elements, are ideally suited for growing exotic flowers, they said. Sangma said the floriculture mission is part of a broader strategy by the state government. He cited the success of the Lakadong Turmeric Mission, as a part of which production increased from 1,000 ton to over 20,000 ton through SHG-led processing units, market linkages and targeted investments. 'Meghalaya's agriculture vision is rooted in identifying our core strengths and scaling them," he said. 'We aim to double farmers' incomes, diversify rural livelihoods and make agriculture a cornerstone of sustainable development," he added. PTI JOP SOM view comments First Published: August 05, 2025, 18:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
