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Kohima: A training workshop titled Scientific Approaches for Sustainable Sesame Cultivation took place on June 8 at the Sukhovi Village Council Hall. Funded by the ICAR and the All India Coordinated Research Project on Sesame, the event brought together 30 farmers from the Chümoukedima district to discuss modern agricultural practices.
Dr. Debika Nongmaithem, the project in-charge and an assistant professor in the Department of Agronomy, led the session. She explained that while sesame is grown in limited quantities across Nagaland, it serves as a essential culinary staple with significant growth potential. She urged the state to prioritize local oil extraction to lower reliance on outside imports.
During the technical segment, Dr. Nongmaithem outlined key production strategies, such as proper seed treatment, the use of biofertilisers, and the critical role of sulphur. She stated, "The state should focus not only on cultivation but also on oil extraction to reduce dependence on imports from other states."
The program featured an interactive session where experts answered questions from the attendees. Chaired by Dr. Hillel Chishi from Nagaland University, the event ended with the distribution of various agricultural inputs to help the participating farmers implement these new techniques.
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