The fourth edition of the ‘International Agri and Horti Technology Expo’ began at the Bittan Market, Dussehra ground here on Friday.
The expo, which has close to 125 stalls, was inaugurated by Madhya Pradesh Agriculture Minister Gaurishankar Bisen. It would conclude on December 11. Participating organisations have displayed farming machines, dairy equipments, drip irrigation systems, information kiosks on agri and horticulture, soil testing, nursery etc. This expo will benefit farmers, agri producers, entrepreneurs and government officials.
Addressing a large gathering of farmers Gaurishankar Bisen in his address said, “The State Government’s goal is now to make rural market economy totally cashless in future.” He further said that mobile phone is no longer a luxury item. It is a part of today’s necessity. With this, you can get government’s agriculture related subsidies directly into your bank accounts. You can sell your crops and get your money into your accounts.
Madhya Pradesh Government is confident of achieving the target of doubling farmer’s income by 2022 by increasing crop per acre, by using organic farming and use of government’s valuable continuing beneficial schemes to farmers, he added. He said Madhya Pradesh has farmer friendly policies in place which is being reflected in consecutively winning the prestigious Krishi Karman Award. Expo Director Bharat Baliyan from Bharti Media and Events Private limited, Delhi said that International Agriculture and Horti Technology Expo is the absolute meeting place for the agricultural and horticultural sectors as this show has dedicated itself in offering a wide range of agricultural equipments and services which will enhance the workflow of the Indian farming sector.
The display of latest techniques, gadgets, equipment at the expo to be adopted by farmers in the changing pattern of farm management would be useful and informative.
Bharat said last year, close to 35,000 persons visited the expo held in the city and this year, around 50,000 persons are expected to visit the expo.
Some of the prominent institutions who have set up their stalls in the expo include State Bank of India, Soil & land Use Survey of India, Madhya Pradesh Dugdha Sangh, MP Agro, Eicher, Mahindra, Captain Tractors, BCS India, Fieldking, Merino Industries, Chadha Sales Private limited, Climax Synthetics Private limited and VST Mitsubishi.