Union Minister Emphasizes Tech Transfer for Farmers

Union Minister S P Singh Baghel emphasized the importance of transferring technologies to farmers, highlighting that agricultural research will be crucial for India's development. He reviewed various schemes and activities at the Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture in Bhubaneswar, and participated in planting a tree sapling at the institute.


PTI | Bhubaneswar | Updated: 16-06-2024 21:17 IST | Created: 16-06-2024 21:17 IST
Union Minister Emphasizes Tech Transfer for Farmers
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Union Minister S P Singh Baghel on Sunday emphasized the urgency of transferring modern technologies to India's farmers, asserting that advances in agricultural research would be pivotal for the nation's progress, an official statement revealed.

During his visit to the Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA) in Bhubaneswar, the Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying reviewed the institute's ongoing freshwater aquaculture research initiatives.

Baghel also evaluated the progress of central schemes related to animal husbandry and fisheries in Odisha. CIFA Director P K Sahoo briefed the minister on the institute's research activities. Additionally, the minister planted a tree sapling on the premises and visited CIFA's farm facilities.

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