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Time of India
16 hours ago
- Science
- Time of India
Arunachal min urges farmers to adopt scientific pig rearing
1 2 Itanagar: Arunachal Pradesh agriculture minister Gabriel Denwang Wangsu on Wednesday urged farmers to shift from traditional pig rearing to modern, commercial piggery practices to boost income and ensure sustainable livelihoods. Addressing an awareness camp at Kanubari in Longding district, Wangsu emphasised the need for scientific techniques in pig farming and called on farmers to adopt biosafety measures and move away from rearing just one or two pigs in the traditional manner. The programme was organised under the tribal sub Plan (TSP) of ICAR-National Research Centre on Pig, Rani in Guwahati in collaboration with ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Longding. It focused on scientific piggery management and also included distribution of pig feed and PUSA BEEJ vegetable seed kits under the school kitchen garden programme. "Modern challenges require modern solutions. The govt is ready with meat processing and marketing facilities and will scale up beneficiary-oriented programmes," the minister said. He also directed KVK and department officials to work in close coordination to maximise outreach to farmers. The technical sessions featured breed selection, housing, disease control and market linkages led by scientists from ICAR. The programme also featured interactive sessions between farmers and experts, enabling participants to clarify doubts on pig farming practices. ICAR-NRC on Pig senior scientist Juwar Doley, Kanubari additional deputy commissioner Yashwant Meena, animal husbandry director Danjan Longri, Prof Lobsang Wangchu of ICAR-RC NEH Region (Basar), and district veterinary officer Ojoli Moyong also spoke at the event and highlighted departmental policies and schemes. Later, Wangsu inspected development sites, including the Industrial Training Institute at Mopakhat, the upcoming Model Degree College, the local water treatment plant and PMGSY road projects.
News18
19 hours ago
- Business
- News18
Arunachal minister urges farmers to adopt scientific pig-rearing methods
Itanagar, Jul 30 (PTI) Arunachal Pradesh Agriculture Minister Gabriel Denwang Wangsu on Wednesday urged farmers to shift from traditional pig-rearing methods to modern, commercial practices to boost income and ensure sustainable livelihoods. Addressing an awareness camp at Kanubari in Longding district, Wangsu emphasised the need for scientific techniques in pig farming and called on farmers to adopt biosafety measures and move away from the traditional rearing of just one or two pigs. The programme was organised under the Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) of ICAR-National Research Centre on Pig, Rani, Guwahati, in collaboration with ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Longding. 'Modern challenges require modern solutions. The government is ready with meat processing and marketing facilities and will scale up beneficiary-oriented programmes," the minister said. He also directed KVK and department officials to work in close coordination to maximise outreach to farmers. The programme also featured interactive sessions between farmers and experts, enabling participants to clarify doubts on pig farming practices. Later, the minister inspected development sites including the Industrial Training Institute at Mopakhat, the upcoming Model Degree College, the local water treatment plant, and PMGSY road projects. PTI CORR MNB (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: July 30, 2025, 19:30 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.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Science
- Time of India
OUAT launches climate-resilient farming project in Ganjam
Berhampur: Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) has launched a Rs 70 lakh pilot project in Ganjam district to make farming profitable by adopting climate-resilient measures, officials said. The project is funded by the World Food Programme (WFP) and will be implemented over two years by Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Berhampur. "The project will be implanted in 29 villages in Chikiti, Digapahandi, Hinjili and Jagannath Prasad blocks," said Sujit Kumar Nath, principal investigator and senior scientist at KVK. Four climate adaptation and information centres (CAIC)s have been set up in each block. Each centre will be equipped with automated weather stations (AWS) to provide current and future weather updates and a specially developed mobile app will offer quick access to agricultural guidance to around 7,000 farmers. "The sensor-based alternate wet and drying machines will be installed in the centre to check the wastage of water. It will also check carbon emissions," said Nath. Climate-resilient paddy variety, 'Chandragiri', has been introduced during the current kharif season as part of the experiment. Solar based insect traps, wild animal repellent machines, fencing like components will be promoted to ensure year-round income and employment for farmers. The project assumes significance given frequent natural disasters affect Ganjam. "We hope the project will give a new dimension to farmers against the climate hazard," Nath added.
New Indian Express
4 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Go-getter from the grassroots
NAGALAND : In the picturesque town of Pfutsero, in Nagaland, lives a remarkable woman whose journey from hardship to success has become an inspiration for many. Vevohulu Churhah, a 37-year-old agripreneur hailing from the Chakhesang Naga tribe, has transformed her life and the local economy through resilience and unwavering determination. Days of hardship Vevohulu was raised by her single mother, Samocholu, who struggled to make ends meet with her earnings from agriculture. From an early age, Vevohulu was deeply involved in her mother's agricultural activities, helping with planting and tending to crops. Little did she know that these early experiences would lay the foundation for her entrepreneurial future. After completing her graduation in 2010, Vevohulu took up job as an accountant at a local private school. But by 2017, she decided to leave her steady occupation and venture into the uncertain world of agro-business. The journey began by establishing a piggery farm, in which she invested all her savings. However, fate had other plans. Within two months, all 17 pigs succumbed to swine fever, leaving her devastated. 'I was in debt. I had purchased fodder on credit, and the debt quickly accumulated to Rs 40,000,' Vevohulu recalls. The emotional toll was equally harsh, with both she and her mother falling ill due to the stress and anxiety of how to repay their growing debts. Rebuilding from loss But Vevohulu did not let failure break her spirit. Seeking guidance, she turned to Dr Debojyoti Borkotoky, a livestock expert at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Phek, which shares its border with Myanmar. The KVK responded by offering her 10 piglets at subsidised rates, allowing her to restart her pig farming venture. Slowly but surely, Vevohulu began to rebuild. Yet, her challenges were far from over. A road widening project in her locality led to the acquisition of a portion of her land, affecting her animal husbandry operations. Despite the frustration, the promise of compensation kept her going, although it took considerable time before she received it. To make ends meet during this period, she was forced to sell off some of her semi-adult pigs earlier than planned, resulting in financial losses. Despite setbacks, Vevohulu's perseverance never wavered. Each challenge became an opportunity to learn and grow, as she continued to hone her skills as a farmer and businesswoman.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Punjab agriculture minister Gurmeet Singh Khuddian visits virus-hit paddy fields in Ropar villages
Patiala: Punjab agriculture minister Gurmeet Singh Khuddian visited the villages of Marolikalan, Kakrali, and Paprali in Ropar district on Friday to assess the impact of the Southern Rice Black-Streaked Dwarf Virus (SRBSDV) on paddy crops and interacted with farmers to understand their concerns. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The cabinet minister said in recent days, symptoms of stunted growth in paddy fields have been reported by farmers in the Ropar district. Upon receiving this information, experts from the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) and the department of agriculture and farmers' welfare, Ropar, jointly conducted field inspections in several villages, including the farms of Gurmeet Singh and Avtar Singh in the village of Asmanpur, block Ropar. He said Ropar is currently the worst affected district by this disease. After on-ground assessment and expert consultations, special measures are being undertaken to control the spread of the suspected virus The minister emphasised that the situation is under control, and the agriculture department has issued directives for field visits and timely arrangements for appropriate insecticides to spread awareness among farmers. During the review, it was observed that paddy varieties PR-128 and PR-131 showed signs of irregular growth post-transplantation. Some plants were found infected with the Southern Rice Black-Streaked Dwarf Virus (SRBSDV). Experts noted that the root systems of the affected plants were poorly developed compared to healthy plants. The leaves were narrow and pointed like needles, and escape roots (auxiliary root systems) were seen on the stems — symptoms consistent with a viral attack. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The minister confirmed that plant samples from affected fields were sent to Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, for confirmation. Farmers have been advised to inspect their fields regularly, including nurseries, as healthy nursery plants are crucial for robust crop growth. The director of the agriculture and farmers' welfare department said field teams are continuously visiting farms, and farmers are being advised to apply recommended insecticides, particularly targeting white-backed planthoppers, to prevent further spread of the virus. Joint director Narinder Singh Benipal said that special awareness camps on pest management are being organised in the villages of Morinda and Sri Chamkaur Sahib blocks of the Ropar district under the Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA) scheme. Chief agriculture officer Rakesh Kumar said the university is closely monitoring the virus, and there is no need for panic. If the damage is limited to 5–10%, the disease can still be controlled effectively. MSID:: 122907615 413 |
