Meghalaya Collectives – MBMA https://old.mbma.org.in Offical Website Thu, 16 May 2024 08:04:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 https://old.mbma.org.in/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Favicon-1-100x100.png Meghalaya Collectives – MBMA https://old.mbma.org.in 32 32 Testimonials from Tomato Famers https://old.mbma.org.in/testimonials-from-tomato-famers/ https://old.mbma.org.in/testimonials-from-tomato-famers/#respond Thu, 16 May 2024 08:04:00 +0000 https://old.mbma.org.in/?p=4986 “Laitkynsew Tomato is cherished for its distinct taste and has attracted attention beyond the village, with increasing number of visitors keen to purchase directly from the village. We’re ready to seize this opportunity.”

L. Khongwir

Secretary of Laitkynsew Village, East Khasi Hills

“Our tomatoes are big and very delicious, distinct due to the organic farming methods practiced by the famers, including use of cow dung at regular intervals. This has enabled the farmers to command higher price for the produce.”

Rilang Basaiamoit

Tomato Farmer

Laitkynsew Village, East Khasi Hills

“Tomato farming is crucial for our community’s economy. Majority of the farmers from the village grow tomatoes but on small scale. Our traditional practices include using bamboo baskets, locally called ‘Kriah’, that helps not only in transporting but also in keeping the laitkynsew tomatoes fresh, which otherwise is delicate and have a short shelf life.”

Kynpham Rapthap

Tomato Farmer

Laitkynsew Village, East Khasi Hills

]]> https://old.mbma.org.in/testimonials-from-tomato-famers/feed/ 0 Testimonials from Strawberry Famers https://old.mbma.org.in/strawberry-testimonials/ https://old.mbma.org.in/strawberry-testimonials/#respond Tue, 14 May 2024 12:09:32 +0000 https://old.mbma.org.in/?p=4976 “I began my journey as a strawberry pioneer in 1998, no one knew about this fruit at that time. It was a risk then, but strawberry cultivation is now evident in our hills. The extensive support provided by the Department of Agriculture through schemes for quality sapling and mulching sheet etc. has enabled us to enjoy the fruit of our labor today”



Ostander Lyngkhoi

Headman of Sohliya Village, Ri Bhoi district


“Farmers from Syntung village have been cultivating strawberries for almost five years now, and we can see the numerous benefits it brings to us farmers. I hope our produces reach far and wide and Meghalaya continues to be renowned for its strawberries”

Robert Pale

Headman of Syntung Village, East Khasi Hills

“The strawberry festival in our region has not only provided a platform for showcasing our produce but has also facilitated newer market opportunities.”

Milli Ch Marak

Strawberry farmer

Darechikgre, West Garo Hills

“Because of old age, most of us cannot go far away to work anymore, so we work on the farms near our houses. Initiatives like the strawberry festival and strawberry market have created new opportunities for marketing of our produces with the support of the department and we are filled with joy.”

Dit Lyngshiang

Strawberry Farmer

Syntung, East Khasi Hills

“Farmers from the village harvest this fruit during the winter season, which is a period when we encounter many financial difficulties. Being able to cultivate this fruit and earn good income from it is truly a blessing for the farming community.”

Sadalin Suting

Strawberry Farmer

Syntung Village, East Khasi Hills

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