Goemkarponn Desk
PANAJI: Chairman Goa Bagayatdar Sahakari Kharedi Vikri Saunstha Maryadit Narendra Sawaikar said that ‘Kulagar’ is a unique farming system preserved in Goa and it needs to be profitable for the farmers, since it is the main source of income for the majority of farmers.
“Kulagar’ is a unique farming system preserved in Goa and it needs to be profitable for the farmers, since it is the main source of income for the majority of farmers,” said Sawaikar
He further highlighted the issue of vermin animals causing trouble for farmers.
“I urge ICAR- CCARI to research more on the effect of climate change on ‘Kulagar’ and set up a separate system in the institute for addressing grievances and also to seek suggestions,” he added
Dr Milind Bhirud, General Manager, National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development appealed to the farmers to make maximum use of the agricultural subsidies and loan schemes. He said that NABARD would extend all possible support to the farmers.
“State Government has initiated the process to form ‘Farmer Producer Organizations’ in the state. 10 FPOs- 5 in North Goa and 5 in South Goa are ready to work within next six months”, informed Shri Nevil Alphonso, Director of Agriculture.
