SKUAST Kashmir concludes One Week Skill Development Training Programme

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SHAKIR BHAT

SRINAGAR DEC 12:-Division of Agricultural Extension and Communication, Faculty of Agriculture, Wadura successfully conducted one, Week Training Programmes focused on “Entrepreneurial Activities and Empowerment of Rural Women through Processing and Value Addition of Agricultural and Horticultural Produce.” in collaboration with Fruit and Vegetable Preservation Utilization, Extension Centre Sopore.

The primary objective of the programme was to equip and inspire participants to develop innovative ideas and understand the significance of agribusiness and startups in fruit and vegetable processing, preservation and canning. Participants received hands-on training in preparing, preserving, and storing jam, Jellies and other items using modern machinery such as pulpers, steam cookers and other canning equipment’s.

The event was graced by the presence of Chief Guest, Prof. Rihana Habib Kanth, Dean Faculty of Agriculture, who highlighted the growing acceptance of agri-preneurship as a crucial tool for generating employment, improving livelihoods, and fostering economic independence among unemployed women.

Dr. Bilal Ahmad Bhat (Head Div. of Agri.Extn. & Comm) highlighted that entrepreneurship in agriculture not only increases food production and productivity but also creates new startups and innovative products, enhancing export opportunities.

Training Coordinator, Dr. Quadri Javeed Ahmad Peer, provided an overview of the training programme, demonstrated practical techniques for processing and value addition of agricultural products. The event was concluded with a vote