WORKSHOP ON ORGANIC CULTIVATION OF MUSHROOM CONDUCTED AT PRIOL

WORKSHOP ON ORGANIC CULTIVATION OF MUSHROOM CONDUCTED AT PRIOL
PANAJI: Revolutionary Goans conducted a training session to impart technical skills on organic mushroom cultivation and compost making in a bid to promote farm business among women at Priol recently.
During the training session the participants were taught how to grow mushrooms organically and prepare their own compost under the ‘Stree Kranti’ initiative.
The training was well attended by the locals which explained how to identify sustainable agriculture practices. The session was carried out by RG members Gauresh Gaude and Dinesh Kerkar.
The Ponda Co-ordinator, Vishvesh Naik highlighted that the workshop received a good response and was very knowledgeable for the women.
“We can empower our women by giving them the necessary skill development and support they need to become independent and self-sustained. The session focused on women empowerment and how to generate employment,” he said.
The women were explained how to prepare crops for the market and comply with food safety regulations. The session also stressed on the factor of how to connect with agencies that provide services for new farmers.