
Longleng, May 8 (MExN): One day training and orientation programme for Self Help Groups (SHGs) under the theme ‘Women in agriculture’ was organized by the Department of Agriculture, Longleng on May 5 at Shamshangching village. District Agriculture Office of Longleng, B Imti Tzudir in the programme exhorted the women folk on the importance of SHGs and to take up activities which will uplift rural economy. He also encouraged them saying the department will provide technical support whenever necessary. The programme was chaired by AFA, Bombem Phom, while training on package and practices of large cardamom and technical support was provided by facilitator Bongkam Phom. Altogether, 27 farmers attended the training.