Last Updated: 20th December,2024  


One Day Conference on Organic/Natural Farming organized


Regional Centre of Organic and Natural Farming (RCONF), Bhubaneshwar in association with ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute (CIARI), Sri Vijaya Puram, ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (South Andaman) and Department of Agriculture, Andaman and Nicobar Administration organized ‘‘One Day Regional Conference on Organic/Natural Farming (PKVY & LRPs)’’ on 19th December 2024 at ICAR CIARI Sri Vijaya Puram. The programme was chaired by Dr. Apurva Sharma Director of Agriculture, Andaman and Nicobar Administration who emphasized the increase in economical status of farmers through Organic/Natural Farming. Dr. E.B. Chakurkar Director CIARI mentioned the importance, health benefits and need of Organic/Natural Farming in today’s scenario. Dr. Jagat Singh Regional Director RCONF covered various aspects of Organic/Natural Farming which are principles, present status and scope in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Dr. S K R Ingle Assistant Director RCONF explained about Participatory Gurantee System (PGS), Large Area Certification (LAC) and Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY). Sharing of experience by organic/natural farmers and interaction of experts with farmers marked the end of technical session. Dr. Y Ramakrishna Principal Scientist and Head KVK concluded the programme with vote of thanks. Miss Sushma Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture) coordinated the programme. Total of 104 farmers and farm women embarked the success of the conference. The programme was organized under the supervision of Dr. E.B. Chakurkar Director CIARI.

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