Around 150 farmers from 27 villages in Gambegre and Dalu blocks of West Garo Hills district have been identified for vegetable cultivation support under two agricultural schemes for 2026–27.
An agricultural input distribution programme was held at Bolchugre Multi-Facility Centre on Thursday, November 12, with Dr. Mehtab Chandee A. Sangma, MLA from Gambegre Constituency, attending as the Chief Guest.
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150 farmers identified for agricultural support.
27 villages covered in Gambegre and Dalu blocks.
48.11 hectares identified for vegetable cultivation.
Agricultural inputs distributed under two farming schemes.
Inputs included hybrid seeds, water tanks, pumps, bio-fertilisers and plant protection materials.
Gambegre MLA Dr. Mehtab Chandee A. Sangma attended the programme.
The programme was organised jointly by the District Horticulture Office and the District Agriculture Office of West Garo Hills under the Vegetable Development Scheme and Winter Cropping Scheme 2026–27 of the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya.
The agricultural inputs distributed to the selected beneficiaries included hybrid seeds, water storage tanks, water pipes, watering cans, water pumps, bio-fertilisers, plant protection materials and other essential farming supplies.
According to the programme details, the initiative covers 150 farmers across 27 villages, with vegetable cultivation planned over an area of 48.11 hectares in Gambegre and Dalu blocks.
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Why This Matters
Agricultural input support can help farmers access essential resources for vegetable cultivation. The initiative aims to encourage local vegetable production, strengthen rural livelihoods and support agricultural activities in West Garo Hills.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Mehtab Chandee A. Sangma stressed the importance of promoting locally grown organic vegetables and avoiding excessive use of harmful chemicals that could pose risks to human health.
She encouraged farmers to take up vegetable cultivation as a sustainable livelihood activity to improve household incomes and strengthen their economic conditions.
She also highlighted the importance of agriculture and horticulture to Meghalaya, noting that a significant section of the state's population depends on these sectors for its livelihood. She urged beneficiaries to use the agricultural inputs effectively to improve cultivation and productivity.
The programme was attended by T. M. Momin, Joint Director of Agriculture, Garo Hills Region; P. A. Sangma, District Agriculture Officer, West Garo Hills; and A. S. B. Marak, District Horticulture Officer, West Garo Hills, along with other officials from the Agriculture and Horticulture Departments.
