Meeting with the Experts
Posted in Events, Government on 17. May, 2010
Our Club organised a half-day workshop where farmers met up with experts from the Government to understand where and how we can use Government schemes, funds, subsidies that are meant to give a boost to agriculture in the state.
Mr. Mahambare, Amancio Fernandes, Orlando Rodrigues, Vishram Gaonkar, Mr. Hoble and Mr. Joshi
An overview of Government Schemes was provided by our Zonal Agricultural Officer, Mr. Hoble. His presentation can be viewed here.
Mr. Vishram Gaonkar from the ICAR, provided insights on growing and caring for mango trees. His presentation provides more details.
Amanciao Fernandes from the Dpt. of Agriculture highlighted the importance of the Jalakunda Scheme and how it could be relevant for farmers with hilly tracts of land.
Orlando Rodrigues from the Horticulture Corporation of Goa outlined schemes from the Corporation that farmers growing vegetables could use.
