Tepzen Agro-Food & Farmtech officially launched its new feed manufacturing plant at Tesophenyu, Tseminyu district on July 30.
Morung Express News
Tseminyu | July 30
Tepzen Agro-Food & Farmtech (TAFFT) officially launched its new feed manufacturing plant at Tesophenyu, Tseminyu district on July 30. The inauguration was graced by the Deputy Commissioner of Tseminyu, Japheth Woch, who formally inaugurated the facility.
Addressing the gathering, DC Woch lauded the initiative and acknowledged the challenges involved in establishing such an enterprise. He emphasised that starting a business does not necessarily require capital, but rather courage and determination. “All successful ventures begin small and nothing grows overnight,” he said, encouraging the team to remain focused on their goals despite life’s challenges.
He further observed that many people in Nagaland tend to replicate others’ business ventures instead of exploring new opportunities. Urging the public to be bold and innovative, he stressed the importance of engaging in farming and supporting local enterprises. Noting that the factory sources its materials locally, he pointed out that farmers from the area stood to benefit directly by supplying their produce. “We are all interconnected; collective effort is key to growth,” he added.
Dr Renabeni Tep, Managing Director of TAFFT, recounted her journey from pig farming to feed production in 2021. She shared that increased demand for quality feed led to the initiation of the project in 2024, which had now come to fruition. Highlighting the company’s four main components, feed industry, training or technology transfer centre, low-cost model farms for youth and women, and agro-food production, Dr Tep noted that the training centre was the first of its kind in Nagaland.
She added that the company’s feed machines are of world-class standard and that their product had received an A-grade certification. Emphasising that no growth promoters are used, she assured that health and safety remain top priorities. Blending modern nutrition with traditional methods, TAFFT’s approach had also earned them an innovation award. She appealed for public support to help the initiative grow further.
Chairman of Tesophenyu New, Shentheyi Kath, extended his gratitude to the TAFFT team for setting up the facility in the district. He said the plant had brought recognition to the district and encouraged the public to promote the district’s development by supporting such ventures.
TAFFT feeds are currently being distributed across several parts of Nagaland, with positive feedback from end users who reported improved livestock health and growth.
