Khonoma village to be the 1st horticulture model village

DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 15 (MExN): A launching programme of Horticulture Model village, organized by the department of Horticulture was held at Khonoma village on September 15.

Speaking on the occasion, special guest and Minister for Women Resources Development & Horticulture, Salhoutuonuo Kruse said that Horticulture Model Village (HMV) was conceptualised with a vision to take horticulture development activities in all corners of the state to increase productivity and enhance economic opportunities of our farmers under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) in every district.

She added that sixteen villages, one in each district has been identified with emphasis on increasing production of horticultural crops like kiwi, citrus, banana, pineapple, dragon fruit, Naga mircha etc. HMV will holistically boost horticulture developmental activities in the villages as our approach is to develop one village one crop as a model for self-sufficiency and sustainability which will support the livelihood of both the rural and urban population of the state. 

Kruse mentioned that under HMV, the village community will adopt innovative and modern technology for production and enhancing economic opportunities. The minister expressed confidence that with expertise and efficient officers in the department, HMV will be successfully implemented in the state which will boost the economy of the farmers and the state as a whole.

At the launching programme, the Chairman of Khonoma Village Council gave the welcome address; the invocation was pronounced by Pastor Rev Tsolie Chase; introductory speech by HoD, Horticuture, Meyasashi and the vote of thanks was proposed by DHO, Kohima Kevisetu Chase.

Later, the special guest launched the Horticulture Model village along with other officers and members from the villages.