3rd Meghalaya Farmers’ Parliament begins sustainable vision for flourishing Agriculture

Meghalaya, Dec 05, 2023, By Our Correspondent

Shillong, December 4, 2023: The 3rd Meghalaya Farmers’ Parliament began with its inaugural session today at the State Convention Centre, Shillong. The hon’ble Chief minister of Meghalaya, Shri Conrad K Sangma, officially launched the Regeneration Meghalaya Project Program. This unique gathering spanning for two days, the 4^th and 5^th December 2023, aims to provide a platform for farmers across the region to convene, share insights, and collectively address challenges facing the agricultural sector.Esteemed dignitaries who graced the event includes Hon’ble Chief Minister of Meghalaya, Shri Conrad K Sangma, Smt Isawanda Laloo, Secretary, Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Dr Mazel Ampareen Lyngdoh, Hon’ble Minister, Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, and Shri Alexander Laloo Hek, Hon’ble Minister, Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department, amongst others.Organized by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare in collaboration with Meghalaya Basin Management Agency (MBDA) and Hills Farmers’ Union (HFU), this two-day event promises to be a celebration of agricultural diversity, innovation, and community resilience. With a focus on sustainable farming practices and the integration of modern technology, the Farmers' Parliament aims to empower farmers with knowledge and tools to enhance productivity.Reflecting on the Government’s agricultural vision, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Meghalaya, Shri Conrad K Sangma, stated “Today, I’m very happy to inform you that on the 29th of November, which was just last week, The Registrar of Geographical Indications in Chennai has finally given the GI tag to Lakadong turmeric. We started this process four years ago. It did not happen in one go. So what I am trying to tell you is that as we went along, we learned, we improved, and we did small things that would make a big difference in the lives of the farmers. As the government, we've always believed in ensuring that we don't look at schemes anymore. I am very much against our officials and our ministers who focus on schemes because that narrows down our vision and our purpose. But it is about the result that the scheme is going to give us, and it is very important as political leaders and as government officials to keep an eye on the objective and not on the scheme that we are trying to do. I must congratulate the Farmers' Commission for the great work that they're doing. And let me assure them also that he will give full support to the Farmers Commission in their endeavour