10-day training of Nepalese delegation ends at Nauni

Tribune News Service

Solan,March 6

The 10-day training programme for 30 farmers and officials from the Agriculture Department of Nepal concluded at Dr YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni. This collaborative effort between the External Affairs Ministries of India and Nepal focused on skill enhancement of the delegation in apple, walnut and kiwi cultivation.

During the valedictory session, Vice-Chancellor Prof Rajeshwar Chandel stressed the importance of reducing cultivation costs and increasing profits for farmers, urging participants to explore innovative farming methodologies. Given the prevalence of organic farming in the Karnali region of Nepal, he recommended the adoption of cost-effective and environment-friendly natural farming practices.

Prof Chandel also emphasised the significance of cooperatives, encouraging farmers to form small groups for collective product marketing. Additionally, he suggested the cultivation of indigenous crops, millets with longer shelf life, and the conservation of local honeybees.

Director of Research Dr Sanjeev Chauhan said the university, chosen by the Ministry of External Affairs, aims to contribute to the skill development of Nepalese agriculture officials and farmers, particularly in organic cultivation. This inaugural batch of trainees from Nepal was the first of this collaboration that intends to train around 300 participants in the future.

Dr Rajesh Kaushal, Joint Director Research, outlined the hands-on experience provided to the participants in fruit and vegetable cultivation. The training included insights into organic and natural farming methods, coupled with visits to the university's regional stations and the Himachal Pradesh Horticulture Department.

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