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World Food Day organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra-Khordha, ICAR-CIFA, Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar,16/10/2022 ( Odisha Samachar )- The Krishi Vigyan Kendra-Khordha, ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture, Kausalyaganga, Bhubaneswar in collaboration with SambalitFarmer’s Producer Company Ltd, Balipatna, Khordhacelebrated World Food Day with the theme “Leave NO ONE behind” on 16th October, 2022 at KVK-Khordha, ICAR-CIFA, Bhubaneswar. Dr. H.K. Dey, Principal Scientist, ICAR-CIFA, Bhubaneswar highlighted about the food security, promotion of various agri-entrepreneurial activities for sustainable livelihood, various schemes implemented by the Government of India for eradicating hunger & malnutrition.  Mr. A.K. Dash, Senior Scientist & Head, KVK-Khordhafocused about the application of modern technologies in agriculture to enhance the production and productivity of agricultural crops. He also briefed about the various activities under taken by KVK-Khordha towards nutritional security and promotion of organic/ natural farming practices in the district. Shri KedareswarChoudhuri, Secretary, Darbar Sahitya Sanshad, Khordha enlighten the women participants to consume balance diet for better health and ensure healthy diet for their family. Dr. P.R. Sahoo, SMS (Fishery Science) emphasized on the importance of fish culture in diversifying the income source of the farmers/ farmwomen. Dr.Harapriya Nayak, SMS (Home Science) highlighted the important contribution of women in post-harvest management, food processing and value addition of farm produce for ensuring food security and income generation. Eight progressive farmers/ farmwomen from Khordha district were felicitated on this occasion for their outstanding contribution in agriculture & allied sector. A total of 75participants from Bhakarsahi, Haladibasanta, Naranpur, Bandha Sahi, Mendhasala, Rajas and RoudeDeuli villages of Balipatna and Bhubaneswar Blocks of Khordha district participated in the programme. Smt. Sukanti Behera, ACTO (Home Science) proposed vote of thanks.

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