BALEK, Nov 22: The Lower Dibang Valley KVK organised a food festival, under the nutri-sensitive agricultural resources and innovation (NARI) and anaemia campaign, here on Friday.
About 60 farmers attended the programme, during which SMO Dr AR Ahamed spoke on “nutrition from vegetables and fruits, and the role of vitamins and minerals in preventing anaemia and different types of diseases.”
Former Balek ASM Oling Modi and progressive organic farmer Jatan Pulu also spoke.
SHGs from different villages showcased local dishes, fruits, vegetables and value-added products on the occasion. Farm implements and tools from the KVK were also exhibited.
