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Arunachal Governor Promotes Modern Horticulture for Youth
The Governor of Arunachal Pradesh, Lt Gen K T Parnaik, visited a horticulture farm and urged young people to look beyond traditional farming.
He said that modern farming methods and technologies can make farming more profitable and create jobs.
The farm showed new technologies like drones for managing crops.
The governor also visited a trout farm and talked about the importance of both horticulture and fishing for the state's development.
The farm grows many kinds of apples and other fruits, and the trout farm produces a lot of fish every year.
Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K T Parnaik urged youths to adopt modern horticulture for economic growth.
He highlighted the use of drone technology for farm management and crop monitoring.
The State Horticulture Farm in Shergaon cultivates over 40 varieties of apples and other fruits.
The governor advocated for the integrated development of horticulture and cold-water fisheries.
The Trout Hatching Farm produces 2 metric tonnes of trout and 1.5 lakh trout seeds annually.
- Who
- Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K T Parnaik (Retd)
- What
- Promoted modern horticulture and innovative farming practices
- Where
- Shergaon, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh
- When
- July 25
- Why
- To encourage economic growth, self-reliance, and rural prosperity
Traditional Farming Advocates
Modern Horticulture Promoters
Farming Methods
Traditional Farming Advocates
Traditional farming methods are sustainable and culturally significant.
Modern Horticulture Promoters
Modern scientific methods and innovative practices are necessary for economic growth and self-reliance.
Economic Potential
Traditional Farming Advocates
Traditional farming provides stable livelihoods and preserves local traditions.
Modern Horticulture Promoters
Horticulture offers higher economic returns and entrepreneurial opportunities.
Key facts
- Governor
- Lt Gen K T Parnaik (Retd)
- Location
- Shergaon, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh
- Date
- July 25
- Farm Types
- State Horticulture Farm, Trout Hatching Farm
- Technologies Demonstrated
- Drone technology for farm management and crop monitoring
- Apple Varieties
- Over 40 varieties
- Trout Production
- 2 metric tonnes annually
- Trout Seeds
- 1.5 lakh annually
- Revenue
- Rs 10.12 lakh (2025–26 financial year)
Quotes
Lt Gen K.T. Parnaik
Governor of Arunachal Pradesh
“He said such innovations could significantly improve agricultural productivity, optimise resource utilisation and help farmers adopt efficient and sustainable farming practices.”
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