Kohima, November 21 (MExN): The Eco Club, K. Khel Viswema Village, Government Middle School, like many other schools in rural Nagaland is engaged in gardening activity. The school practices organic farming by growing common vegetables in a small area located in the school premises. It started with the idea to promote organic farming and spread awareness among the students.
The students along with the Eco club teacher selected a spot and with the help of spades and machete cleaned the area where the organic farming was to be done. They cleaned and dug the area and planted the seedlings. Bamboo fencing was also constructed around the garden to keep away cattle. The students take turns in cleaning the weeds in the garden from time to time. They not only learn how to cultivate but also learn the importance of organic farming which helps in conserving our environment. They are taught about the importance of organic farming not only in theory also learn how to do it practically. They practice multi cropping type of organic farming as it helps to boost diversity which enhances productivity and resilience and contributes to a healthy farming system. Keneiseno Vitsu, Head Teacher, K. Khel GMS, Viswema Village in a press release informed that the different types of crops grown and cultivated by the students are cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata), Potato (Solanum tuberosum), Green beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), Oriental onion (Allium Chinese), Maize (Zea mays), garlic (Allium sativum).
