Tura, Nov 12: In a pioneering step toward sustainable and tech-driven agriculture, the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya, in collaboration...
The aroma of black sticky rice and roasted sesame filled the air at the Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC) 2025, as visitors thronged the Meghalaya stall — drawn by the live cooking of celebrated chef Nambie J. Marak, who turned indigenous rice varieties from her home state into culinary showstoppers.
Minister-in-Charge of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Timothy D Shira has suggested the need to invite scientists to conduct a detailed study and find a way to prevent the disease affecting rice and arecanut plantation in the state.
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma today announced that the Government has earmarked ₹240 crore over the next three years under Floriculture Mission 1.0, with a vision to transform the state into a leading floriculture hub of the Northeast and the country.
The Meghalaya Pineapple Festival 2025 concluded today at Dilli Haat in New Delhi spotlighting the state’s organically grown pineapples, grassroots entrepreneurship, and expanding agri-logistics network.
The third edition of the Meghalaya Pineapple Festival opened today at Dilli Haat, spotlighting the state’s agricultural success while striking three landmark deals to transform its farm-to-market supply chain.
The third edition of the Meghalaya Pineapple Festival is set to take centre stage at Dilli Haat, INA, New Delhi, from August 1 to 3, promising a vibrant showcase of the state’s tropical produce, cultural heritage and grassroots musical talent.
In a promising development for sustainable agriculture in Northeast India, scientists have launched a major field trial to test biofertilizer technologies designed for the region's acidic soils.
