Workshop on hydroponics in Wokha

Wokha, April 1 (MExN): Wokha Forest Division conducted a workshop on hydroponics at the Community Hall, Forest Colony, Wokha on April 1. The programme, under the aegis of National Mission on Himalayan Studies (NMHS), Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change, Government of India, was organised in collaboration with hydroponic start-up Urban Grower, Wokha, and Eco Warriors Nagaland.

Thunglamo Humtsoe, Proprietor Urban Grower was the resource person, the Wokha Forest Division stated in a press release. Humtsoe gave an introduction to hydroponics farming. He also talked about the various systems, crops and system selection, planning, as well as the dos and don’ts in hydroponic farming. The resource person also gave a demonstration on starting of seeds and transplantation; hydroponic system walk-around, and packaging. 

It was attended by over 60 participants from Wokha town and surrounding villages. Participants were from the JFMCs, SHGs and public.