Kohima, March 20 (MExN): An awareness programme on scientific Mithun production practices cum input distribution under the Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) was held at Khonoma on March 20 in collaboration with ICAR–National Research Centre on Mithun and ICAR–Mahatma Gandhi Integrated Farming Research Institute.
The programme was attended by Mithun-rearing farmers and focused on scientific management practices, including feeding, nutrition, and integrated farming systems. Technical sessions were conducted by experts, followed by an interactive discussion on issues faced by farmers in the field.
Inputs were distributed to support improved Mithun management. A total of 100 rolls of barbed wire were provided to 100 farmers under ICAR-MGIFRI support. ICAR–National Research Centre on Mithun also distributed ear tags, applicators, and restraining ropes to the beneficiaries.
The programme concluded with a field visit to the Mithun conservation unit, where participants were given practical exposure.
