Wokha, July 6 (MExN): ATMA Wokha, Wozhuro/Ralan Block organised training cum demonstration on organic farming at New Ralan Village on June 27.
The programme was led by T. Chenithung Tsanglao, HEA & BTT convener (ATMA) and Amos Odyuo, WDT as resource person. The farmers were highlighted on the concept and importance of organic farming and encouraged for such adoption for sustainable farming practices. Demonstration on vermicomposting technique and use of bio-agro inputs was also carried out during the programme. Meanwhile, on the same day Block Farmers Advisory Committee (BFAC) meeting was held at New Ralan.
The Project Director, ATMA, Wokha in a press release said that during the meeting, BTT convener briefed the activities of ATMA, and functions and duties of BFAC. Suggestions from farmers were noted and activities to be taken up within the block were also discussed. Altogether 47 farmers including 10 BFAC members from eight village viz New Ralan, Chandalashung A, Chandalashung B, Worokvu, Wochan, Yanlum, Yankeli, Old Ralan attended the programme.
