February 20, 2025, Kolkata:

ICAR-NINFET, Kolkata, in collaboration with the local administration of Haringhata, Nadia, organized a one-day Farmers’ Awareness Training Program on Instrumental Jute Grading System under the SCSP Scheme at Haringhata Block on February 20, 2025. The program was graced by esteemed dignitaries, including the Block Development Officer, Haringhata Block; Project Director, DRDC & DMMU, Nadia; WBCS Executive Officers; Joint Secretary, Chamber of Commerce and Industries, Nadia District; and an expert from BCKV, Nadia.

The primary objective of this training was to educate jute-growing farmers on the instrumental grading process, enabling them to receive fair pricing for their produce. A live demonstration of jute fiber grading was conducted using the Portable Digital Jute Grading Instrument, developed by ICAR-NINFET. Farmers were provided with information on the institute’s mandates, farmer-friendly technologies, ongoing schemes, and training programs. The session also allowed for direct interaction with farmers to address their questions and concerns. The training program witnessed active participation from around 150 farmers, making it a successful initiative toward promoting scientific jute grading techniques for better economic returns.

(Source: ICAR National Institute of Natural Fibre Engineering and Technology, Kolkata)