As many as 70 farmers of various villages were recently given training on advanced farming of aromatic spices at a two-day workshop organized at Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) of Gariaband.
Principal Scientist of Indira Gandhi Agricultural University (IGAU) Dr AK Geda explained about the benefits of pepper farming.
He said peppermint is a medicinal plant of cold climate and can enhance the livelihood of farmers. Notably, pepper contains menthol crystals which are utilized in medicine, cosmetics and edible items.
Meanwhile, Dr EPS Pisalkar spoke about the various food processing machines.
Agricultural Scientist Dr Dharmendra Kokhar demonstrated on the benefitsof some medicinal plants for human body. He said the lemon grass is known for its aromatic oil used in cosmetics, insecticides and medicines.
E Neeraj Mishra focussed on the points to be remembered in the food processing unit.
The farmers were felicitated with certificates at the end of the programme, stated officials.