CAU Regional Agri Fair 2023-24 which was held from 12th-14th December, 2023 culminates at State Agri Expo, 4th Mile, Chumoukedima.
Gracing the function as the Chief Guest Chancellor, CAU, Imphal, Prof. Pradeep Kumar Joshi in his Valedictory address congratulates all the scientist, scholars and students for the successful 3days Fair. He pointed out that over the past three days it witnessed a convergence of ideas, a celebration of innovation, and a commitment to transforming the agricultural landscape of North East. This agricultural fest, with a footfall of 10,000 farmers has served as a vibrant platform for scientists, innovative and progressive farmers, various development departments, educational and research institutes, input dealers, and agripreneurs together have engaged in meaningful discussions, shared experiences, and forged collaborations that have the potential to shape the future of agriculture in our region.
He extended his sincere appreciation to the various stakeholders who have contributed to the success of this agricultural fair. The scientists and researchers who have shared their knowledge, the innovative and progressive farmers who have showcased their practices, the development departments and institutes that have supported this initiative, the input dealers who have provided valuable resources, and the agripreneurs who have brought forth visionary ideas - your collective efforts have made this conclave a resounding success.
In conclusion, he pointed out that this Regional Agricultural Fair has been more than just an event; it has been a celebration of the Agri Revolution that is underway in North East India. The discussions held, collaborations formed, and innovations showcased during these three days have laid the groundwork for a sustainable and prosperous future for agriculture in our region.
Dr Anupam Mishra, Vice Chancellor, CAU, Imphal in his short address highlighted that CAU has 13 campuses in the NE with faculty from 23 states. CAU is a symbol of the rich diversity of the country, ranked 13 among the Agri University in India by ICAR and is the first of its kind in Nagaland.
He pointed out that the fair started with an objective to bring farmers, experts and agripreneurs under one platform and push bio-economy in the region. The response was good and even exceeded our expectations.
He added that the sessions included greater interest in application of modern technology, discussed ways and means of using waste into useful stuff as well as marketing aspects. The highlights of the fair were the interaction between farmers and experts and agri undergraduate students. Also, another objective was attracting agri graduates to agri-preneurship.
During Report Presentation of Regional Agri Fair by Director & organising Secretary, Directorate of Extension Education, CAU, Imphal, Prof. PH. Ranjit Sharma informed that the subjects discussed during the technical sessions were recommendations: Eco tourism in tea gardens, Use of insects as animal feed; Value addition in the mushroom farming; New tech like AI, robotics, tools for future education; Concept of telemedicine in veterinary sector; Need to facilitate corporate; Need for teachers training.
The Valedictory function included Report presentation of students conclave by Director, Directorate of Instruction, CAU, Imphal, Dr. S Basanta Singh; Vote of thanks delivered by Dean & Local Organizing Secretary, Dr. I. Shakuntala. Also, Best stall awards for 1st, 2nd & 3rd were awarded to ATARI, Zone VII, Umiam; College of Horti and forestry, CAU Pasighat; College of Community Science,Tura respectively.
(Tovikali, IA, Chumoukedima)
