How PDS altered traditional farming and sustainable diets
Insights from policy strategist Amba Jamir at the Food System Summit India 2024 At the Food System Summit India 2024 in New Delhi, Amba Jamir, a strategist in policy and…
Sustainable Agriculture
IPlant diversity is essential for sustainable agriculture, particularly in the fight against climate change. Its benefits go far beyond aesthetics, playing a crucial role in carbon sequestration and soil health.…
Workshop on Agriculture Infrastructure Fund held in Nagaland
A workshop on the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) took place at Angh House, Agri Expo, Chumoukedima, Nagaland, focusing on the benefits and opportunities offered by the AIF scheme, particularly for…
Attract Educated Youth to Transform Nagaland’s Agriculture
Nagaland government and its farmers must act strategically to capitalize on emerging opportunities. With the right preparation, Nagaland can transform its agricultural sector into a sustainable and profitable enterprise, benefiting…
Thunglamo Humtsoe: Cultivating innovation in agriculture with Urban Grower
Thunglamo Humtsoe is a young entrepreneur from Wokha District, transformed his passion for agriculture into a thriving business. After earning B.Sc. in Agriculture and M.Sc. in Soil Science from Allahabad…
22,000+ Cucumbers and 70+ Potato stalls displayed at festivals in Aliba and Jakhama | What it means for Nagaland’s agricultural sector
Nagaland, a predominantly agrarian state, showcased its rich agricultural heritage in the villages of Jakhama and Aliba on 10 May 2024 in the districts of Kohima and Mokokchung, respectively. For…
Analyze, Not Demonize, Jhum Cultivation
The age-old practice of shifting cultivation, also known as ‘Jhum’, has been a cornerstone of indigenous Naga communities. While often criticized as a “destructive” agricultural method, it is imperative to…
Nagaland official, colleagues accused of Rs 2 crore bribery in FOCUS Project probe
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed an FIR against Nagaland’s Additional Secretary (Agriculture) Jitendra Gupta and two other officials working in the Fostering Climate-Resilient Upland Farming System (FOCUS)…
Deputy DAO highlights ongoing initiatives in Mokokchung
As farmers from Chungtia and Khensa shared positive feedback on the PM Kisan Scheme, highlighting its impact on their livelihoods, Deputy District Agriculture Officer (Dy DAO) Maongsangla in a conversation…
Climate change and deforestation pose grave threats to Northeastern India’s environment and agriculture | Impact on tea industry and agriculture raises concerns
In a concerning development for the northeastern region of India, experts warn that despite covering only 8% of the country’s total geographical area, the region is not immune to the…