TAWANG, Nov 3: A Farmers’ Training-cum-Awareness Programme on Seed Quality Control, organized by the State Seed Testing Laboratory (SSTL), Naharlagun in coordination with the District Agriculture Office (Tawang), was held here today.
The programme was attended by farmers and officials from the Department of Agriculture, Tawang.
Addressing the participants, District Agriculture Officer Pema Dechhen urged farmers to test their seeds before sowing and to use only certified quality seeds for better results.
During the technical session, Duyu Tadu, Junior Scientific Assistant (JSA), explained the Seed Act in detail, while Mudo Rinya, Agriculture Development Officer (ADO), elaborated on various seed testing methods and their practical applications.
An interactive session followed, during which farmers actively participated and got their doubts regarding seed testing and related agricultural practices cleared.
Earlier, welcoming the gathering, Seed Testing Officer (Seed & QC), SSTL Naharlagun, Jongship Tikhak highlighted the importance of seed testing and the role it plays in ensuring better crop yield and productivity. (DIPRO)