Farmer–Scientist Interaction Programme Organised in Arunachal Pradesh

4 January 2026, Arunachal Pradesh

A Farmer–Scientist Interaction Programme was organised today at Mirem Village, Pakur Village, and Partung Mithun Farm in Arunachal Pradesh by the ICAR–National Research Centre on Mithun, Medziphema, in collaboration with the Jomolomogku Mithun Farmers Federation.

The programme was led by the Dr Girish Patil, S, Director, ICAR–NRC on Mithun, along with a team of scientists, District Veterinary Officers (DVOs), and progressive Mithun farmers. The team visited all three locations and engaged in interactive discussions with local Mithun farmers on key aspects such as health management, breeding, conservation, and scientific rearing practices.

During the interactions, Dr Patil emphasised the importance of strengthening farmer–scientist linkages to enhance productivity, sustainability, and conservation of Mithun farming systems. Farmers actively shared their field-level experiences, challenges, and valuable indigenous knowledge, making the programme highly participatory and informative.

The interaction programme provided a valuable platform for mutual learning and knowledge exchange, reinforcing ICAR–NRC on Mithun’s commitment to promoting scientific, sustainable, and community-driven Mithun farming in the region.

(Source: ICAR–National Research Centre on Mithun, Medziphema, Nagaland)