14th November 2024, Ri-Bhoi
ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Ri-Bhoi, under ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Umiam organized a field day on HYV of Zinc rich biofortified variety of Paddy today in the field of Mrs. Banrilin Nongklaw of Mawbri Village. The field day showcased the performance of a zinc-rich biofortified variety, which has proven to be well-suited for cultivation in the lower hills, offering benefits for both human and animal health.
The experts briefed the farmers about the role of Zinc fortified paddy varieties in eradicating malnutrition for hunger free society and encouraged them to adopt such variety for the next coming season for improvement of livelihood of farming community. The yield potential indicates a future possibility of area expansion and adoption of such promising varieties under Ri-Bhoi district.
The programme was attended by 30 farmers with SMS, SRF, NICRA, Project Assistant, FPO from KVK, ICAR Complex and village headman.
(Source: ICAR-Research Complex for NEH Region, Umiam)
Read more: https://www.icar.org.in/field-day-hyv-zinc-rich-biofortified-variety-paddy-tribal-folk-meghalaya
