Kohima: Experts gathered at the ICAR Research Complex in Medziphema this past Friday to fight off the threats of El Nino. Scientists and state officials met to build a defense for the 2026 Kharif season. Erratic weather is hitting hard. The group focused on keeping Nagaland farms afloat during climate abnormalities.
Dr. Kadirvel Govindasamy, Director of ICAR RC for NEH Region in Umiam, opened the meeting. He pushed for better planning to keep farmers safe. Dr. Girish Patil, Director of ICAR NRC Mithun, led the technical session where experts reviewed data on rainfall deficits and temperature spikes. These shifts put crop yields at risk across the state.
Dr. VK Verma presented a plan for northeast horticulture. He explained that these proactive measures aim to secure farmers' livelihoods against unpredictable seasonal shifts and prolonged droughts. The team focused on smart water management to sustain growth. Dr. Krishnappa Rangappa added that hill ecosystems need stress-tolerant crops to handle the pressure.
Dr. Harendra Verma announced the release of seven new high-yielding rice varieties built to survive this climate. State officers from departments including Agriculture, Horticulture, and Fisheries joined the talk. They hashed out how to get these inputs into the field immediately. Khonthungo Lotha, Joint Secretary for the Government of Nagaland, demanded faster communication between research centers and field teams. The day ended with experts agreeing on the urgency of protecting livestock and tribal farming ecosystems.
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