Revolutionize Farming in Arunachal: Minister’s Vision for Booster Shot in Pig Production

Arunachal Pradesh Minister Urges Piggery Entrepreneurs to Adopt Commercial Farming for Economic Growth and Self-Sufficiency

Arunachal Pradesh’s Minister for Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, and Veterinary Affairs, Gabriel D. Wangsu, has urged piggery entrepreneurs to shift from traditional practices to commercial farming, emphasizing its potential for economic growth and self-sufficiency. Speaking at the valedictory ceremony of the ‘Catch Them Young’ skill training programme on pig husbandry at Nirjuli, Wangsu highlighted the importance of adopting commercial practices for empowering the youth and fostering sustainable development.

Wangsu expressed concerns over the improper selection of beneficiaries for various government schemes, stressing the need for a fair, transparent, and merit-based process to ensure that assistance reaches the right individuals. He also emphasized the significance of bio-security in livestock farming, urging the trainees to adopt best practices that will help prevent disease outbreaks and ensure long-term, sustainable production. The ‘Catch Them Young’ initiative, organized by the state’s Department of Animal Husbandry, Veterinary & Dairy Development, aims to equip educated but unemployed youth and farmers with the skills necessary for self-employment in the agricultural sector.

The first batch of 30 trainees successfully completed their intensive training in pig husbandry on Wednesday, which began on March 13 at Dobam village near Karsingsha. The training, designed to give participants hands-on experience in modern farming techniques, included exposure visits to the Mithun Mela in Keyi Panyor district, the Oomkar Farming Hub in Assam, and the NRC-Pig Research Center in Rani, Assam. The trainees also received expert guidance from experienced veterinary officers and specialists, including Manoj Basumatary, known as the ‘Pigman of Tezpur’ in Assam.

As part of a broader initiative to provide vocational training across various sectors, including pig husbandry, poultry farming, goat and sheep rearing, dairying, and other agricultural practices, the ‘Catch Them Young’ programme aims to build a more self-reliant and skilled workforce. Wangsu engaged with the trainees, discussing their experiences and gathering feedback on how to improve the programme, assuring them of continued government support and potential adjustments to maximize its effectiveness. The initiative is a step towards realizing Arunachal Pradesh’s vision for sustainable development, where youth can contribute meaningfully to the state’s agricultural sector.

Original Source: https://nenews.in/arunachal-pradesh/arunachal-minister-advocates-transition-from-traditional-to-commercial-pig-farming/22390/
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Publish Date: 2025-03-26 19:55:00