Kohima: Experts gathered in Dhansiripar on August 24 to teach local farmers how to grow more sesame. The training focused on sustainable methods. The All India Coordinated Research Project on Sesame at Nagaland University partnered with the Agricultural Technology Management Agency in Chumukedima to host the event. Livika K. Zhimomi led the session.
Dr. Rokozeno taught attendees how to stop bugs from destroying their crops. He pushed for organic and eco-friendly solutions. He showed farmers how to use yellow sticky traps and pheromone traps to catch pests.
Dr. Debika Nongmaithem wants better results. She told the crowd that relying on local seeds hurts their harvest. She said, "farmers often rely on locally produced seed, which may have comparatively lower yield potential and longer crop duration." She urged growers to prioritize soil health and use farm-made organic inputs.
Agronomy tips took center stage. The team covered line sowing and water management to keep fields healthy. They also explained why sulphur is vital for oil production. Future workshops will cover compost preparation to help those moving toward organic farming.
The day ended in the dirt. Staff visited a three-bigha sesame field to open a Farm School on Sequential Farming Systems. Florence and Viketuozo Punyu helped run the event. Organizers handed out agricultural supplies to all 24 farmers in attendance.
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