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Telangana Programme Seeks Stronger Cooperative Seed Supply Systems
Experts in Khammam held a programme about helping farmers get better seeds.
The event focused on seed cooperative societies in Telangana.
These societies can help produce and distribute seeds.
Experts said farmers need certified seeds at the right time.
Better seeds may help improve crop productivity.
The programme was organised by an agricultural university, cooperative banking bodies and farm societies.
NABARD provided financial support.
Officials said stronger cooperation could help build sustainable farming and food systems.
An awareness programme on strengthening seed supply systems was held at the District Cooperative Central Bank office in Khammam.
Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University, the District Cooperative Central Bank and Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies jointly organised the programme.
The initiative received financial support from NABARD.
Experts stressed strengthening seed cooperatives, producing quality seeds and ensuring timely access to certified seeds.
PJTAU officials said Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies should support seed production and supply to improve productivity and sustainable agricultural development.
- Who
- Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University, the District Cooperative Central Bank, Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies and agricultural experts participated.
- What
- An awareness programme discussed strengthening seed supply through seed cooperative societies for sustainable agri-food systems.
- Where
- The District Cooperative Central Bank office in Khammam, Telangana.
- When
- The programme was held on Thursday.
- Why
- To promote quality seed production, improve timely access to certified seeds and support sustainable agricultural development.
Key facts
- Programme focus
- Strengthening seed supply through seed cooperative societies
- Location
- District Cooperative Central Bank office, Khammam
- Organisers
- Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University, District Cooperative Central Bank and Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies
- Financial support
- NABARD
- Key beneficiaries
- Farmers in Telangana
- Proposed cooperative role
- Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies should participate in seed production and supply
- Expected agricultural benefits
- Improved access to quality seeds, crop productivity and sustainable agricultural development
Quotes
Experts at the awareness programme
Experts who participated in the Khammam awareness programme
“Strengthening seed cooperative societies, promoting quality production, and ensuring timely availability of certified seeds to farmers are crucial for developing sustainable agricultural and food systems in Telangana”
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