RONO HILLS, Nov 12: Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) organized an educational field visit to Arun Dairy, Karsingsa for its BSc (Hons) Agriculture 4th year (VII semester) students today.
The visit aimed to provide students with practical exposure to milk processing and distribution operations and enable them to gain a firsthand understanding of various procedures involved in the dairy industry.
The students were accompanied by faculty members Dr Avicha Tangjang and Azhanuo Rutsa along with Dr Tadung Taku, SMS (Animal Husbandry, KVK, Karsingsa).
During the visit, the students had an informative interaction with Lao Taku, Milk Procurement Inspector, Arun Dairy (Karsingsa), who explained different stages of milk processing and overall functioning of the unit.
Later, the visiting students were given a practical demonstration and explanation by Subass P P (senior technician), who provided insights into milk collection, quality assessment, grading, and other procedures involved in handling and procurement and distribution of milk.
The visit provided students with an opportunity to observe the practical application of dairy processing techniques and gain a better understanding of the operational aspects of a milk processing unit.
Overall, the field visit was an enriching and interactive learning experience, helping students bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical applications in the dairy sector.