Dignitaries with participants of training prog on “Empowering Rural Livelihood through Scientific Backyard Poultry Management” at KVK Phek.
Kohima, December 14 (MExN): A three-day training programme on “Empowering Rural Livelihood through Scientific Backyard Poultry Management” was organised by ICAR–IVRI, Bareilly (UP), in collaboration with ICAR–Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Phek (ICAR–NRC on Mithun, Medziphema, Porba) under ICAR–ATARI, Zone VII, Umiam from December 10 to 12 for the farmers of Porba Village at KVK Phek.
Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Singh, Senior Scientist & Head, KVK Phek, highlighted the relevance of the training in strengthening rural livelihoods through scientific poultry management.
In inaugural remarks, Dr M H Khan, Principal Scientist & Head, ICAR–IVRI, emphasized the significance of the training programme in enhancing the technical skills of farmers and promoting sustainable poultry practices in the region.
He also appreciated the initiative taken by ICAR–IVRI, Bareilly, under the NEH component, to support farmers of remote and tribal areas by providing them with scientific knowledge, quality inputs, and capacity-building opportunities.
Dr Khan encouraged the participants to make full use of the training to improve their income and strengthen backyard poultry production in their villages.
Dr Narendra V N, Scientist, ICAR–NRC on Mithun, spoke on Entrepreneurship Opportunities in Poultry, while Dr Yallappa M S, Scientist, ICAR–NRC on Mithun, highlighted the importance of Climate-Resilient Poultry Farming.
Dr Hannah K Asangla, CTO, Agronomy, discussed Income Generation Activities in Agriculture and Allied Sectors, encouraging farmers to explore diversified livelihood options.
Dr T Esther Longkumer, CTO, Soil Science, presented on the Integration of Poultry with Natural Farming.
Dr Harini K R, SMS, Animal Science, delivered a comprehensive session on Feeding and Housing Management of Chicks and Layers.
Dr Ragulraj S, STO, ICAR–NRC on Mithun, Porba, elaborated on Hatchery Management, Disease Management, Value Addition, and Marketing of Poultry.
Manjunath K S, SMS, Horticulture, discussed Protected Cultivation in Horticulture and its role in supporting integrated farming systems.
As part of the three-day training programme, farmers also visited Poultry Unit of KVK Phek.
Poultry chicks along with starter feed were distributed to all the participating farmers to support the establishment and development of backyard poultry units in their village.
The programme concluded with vote of thanks by Dr Hannah K Asangla.
