DIMAPUR: A five-day Skill Enhancement Training on Mithun-Based Enterprises and Value Addition of Horticultural Crops for Sustainable Livelihoods concluded at ICAR–National Research Centre on Mithun (ICAR–NRCM), Medziphema.
Organised from August 10–14, 2026, the training was conducted by ICAR–NRCM in collaboration with ICAR–KVK Phek, ICAR–KVK Dimapur, and ICAR–NEH Region, Nagaland Centre, with technical support from ICAR–Central Institute of Horticulture (CIH), Medziphema.
The programme was attended by 30 farmers (15 male and 15 female) from six villages of Phek district-Phek Town, Porba, Pfutsero, Khezakeno, Tsupfume and Middle Khomi. Training focused on Mithun-based enterprises, integrated farming, post-harvest management, value addition of crops, natural farming and entrepreneurship.
Participants received hands-on training in preparing pickle, candy, RTS, jam and jelly, along with practical exposure to value-added Mithun meat and milk products. Exposure visits to the Mithun farm, integrated farming facilities, and Khonoma Mithun Conservation Unit further strengthened their practical knowledge.
During the valedictory programme, Dr. Girish Patil S., director, ICAR–NRCM, encouraged participants to explore value addition of agricultural, horticultural and animal-based products, highlighting its potential to generate entrepreneurship and employment opportunities. He urged farmers to utilise the skills gained and explore locally suitable enterprises.
The programme concluded with a Farmer–Scientist Interaction and distribution of certificates to all participants.