Chandel, 15/12/2025: A crucial training program focused on quality seed production techniques for Rabi field crops was conducted today at the ICAR – Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Chandel. The one-day program, held under the auspices of the All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Seed (Crops), aimed to equip local farmers with scientific knowledge and practices essential for enhancing crop yield and achieving self-sufficiency in quality seed production within the district. The training was presided over by Ts. Leenda Monsang, Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) in Plant Breeding. During the programme, Dr. A. Ameeta Devi, Senior Scientist & Head of KVK Chandel emphasized the pivotal role of quality seeds in the agricultural value chain. She highlighted that seed is the most vital input for crop production, and the efficiency and performance of other inputs like fertilizers and irrigation depend directly on seed quality and stressed the importance of safe seed storage methods to ensure year-round seed availability for the community. She encouraged farmers to embrace scientific practices for seed production to strengthen local seed systems and boost their income, thereby improving overall food security. While Ts. Leenda Monsang, in her technical session elaborated on the practical aspects of quality seed production. She highlighted the importance of farmer participation in seed production programs under the AICRP initiative, her session provided detailed guidance on the package of practices for rabi field crops, specifically focusing on lentil, rapeseed mustard and field pea for quality seed production.
The training concluded with an interactive farmer-scientist session, allowing participants to directly address their queries and concerns with the KVK experts. As part of the program, quality seeds were distributed to the 27 participating farmers to facilitate practical application of the learned techniques in their fields. The programme was also attended by Dr. K. Sonamani Singh, SMS (Agril. Engg.), Ps. Lavid Anal, SMS (Horticulture) and staff of KVK Chandel.
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