Kupwara, Feb 26: Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Kupwara, under SKUAST-Kashmir, in collaboration with the Regional Fodder Station Shuhama (Ganderbal) and Dryland Agriculture Research Station (DARS) Budgam, organised a Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) input distribution programme to strengthen fodder security and livestock-based livelihoods in tribal and hilly areas of the district.
Around 150 tribal farmers from various villages of Kupwara received essential fodder seeds and improved agricultural inputs. Maize and pulse seeds were also distributed among the beneficiaries to enhance farm productivity and ensure adequate feed availability for livestock, particularly during harsh winters.
Director Extension, SKUAST-Kashmir, Prof. Raihana Habib Kanth, who was the chief guest on the occasion, addressed the gathering and stressed the importance of scientific fodder cultivation, adoption of improved varieties and balanced feeding practices. She said such measures are crucial for overcoming winter fodder shortages, increasing farm incomes and improving resilience in tribal and hilly regions.
Experts from DARS Budgam and the Regional Fodder Station, along with senior scientists and civil society representatives, also participated in the programme and interacted with farmers, providing technical guidance on livestock nutrition and crop management.
Officials said the initiative aims to promote sustainable agriculture and strengthen the economic security of tribal farming communities in Kupwara district.
