The 8th Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) meeting for Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Peren, ICAR, Nagaland Centre, was conducted at DC Complex Conference Hall, New Peren on February 6.
A press release by KVK Peren informed that chief guest, Deputy Commissioner, Peren, Hiazu Meru, appreciated the work executed by KVK Peren, and emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts and convergence among all line departments in agricultural advancements for benefit of the farming community. He also appealed the farmers and FPO representatives present to bear in mind whatever were taught, and put it to practice.
During the meeting, HoRC, ICAR, Nagaland Centre, Dr. H. Kalita, highlighted the need of implementation of technologies since a gap exist between researcher and farmers, while dean, College of Veterinary Science, Jalukie, Dr. I. Shakuntala Devi, also suggested importance of taking research data meticulously before popularizing, and also to maintain a proper record so that trials need not be repeated.
The release informed that SAC members shared their views and engaged in discussion aimed at strengthening agricultural research, extension, and development in the region.
Altogether, 30 numbers of officials from different line departments, FPO representatives and progressive farmers attended the meeting.