The Secretary of the Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India has urged North-East states to focus on increasing the production of pulses and horticultural crops. During a round table consultation in Guwahati, she highlighted the region’s potential to contribute significantly to national food security and reduce import dependency.
Key Points from the Consultation
The Secretary emphasized the importance of boosting pulse production in the region to ensure self-sufficiency and moderate prices.
The workshop aimed to foster collaboration between various stakeholders, including state governments, research organizations, and industry players. The Department of Consumer Affairs is committed to providing support to North-East states through initiatives like the seed mini-kit distribution program.
The National Cooperative Consumers’ Federation of India (NCCF) will play a crucial role in promoting pulse production through contract farming and other initiatives.
North-East states can contribute to national food security and create economic opportunities for farmers and rural communities. They can achieve these goals by prioritizing pulse and horticultural crop production.
