Due to the land being fertile in Bihar, there is considerable scope for agroforestry in that State. The Forest Research Institute director Dr PP Bhojvaid said this at the inauguration of a five-day specialised training on agroforestry and land management for the farmers from the State of Bihar at the institute here on Monday.
The training has been sponsored by Bihar Forest Department wherein 30 farmers from various districts like West Champaran, Saharsa, Gaya and Shiwan of Bihar State are participating in the training. The training is part of the Hariyali Mission launched by Bihar Government to increase the forest cover of the State.
Addressing the gathering, Bhojvaid said that by adopting agroforestry practices, the livelihood and income generation can be improved. The marketing of agroforestry by-products is also important. The training at FRI will also be helpful for improving livelihood and help farmers address marketing issues.
Earlier, welcoming the participants, the institute’s Extension Division head Jayshree Ardey said that the participants shall learn and improve their skills with subject experts of the intistute. She also emphasised on promotion of agroforestry in Bihar State. Besides the present course, three more training courses will also be conducted in the institute. All the heads of division and other scientists were also present during this inauguration.