Leh, Mar 15: The Department of Horticulture, Leh on Saturday organised a farmers’ training programme on pruning and pest management of orchards at Chilling village, drawing participation from around 60 growers from nearby villages.
Farmers from Sku, Kaya, Tsogsti, Ezangs and Sumdha attended the programme aimed at improving awareness about scientific orchard management practices and strengthening the skills required to maintain healthy fruit trees.
In-charge Horticulture Development Officer, Leh, Tsering Ngodup, delivered a detailed session on scientific pruning techniques, timely pest control measures and the importance of maintaining orchard sanitation. He also briefed the farmers about various schemes implemented by the department and encouraged them to utilise the available support for the development of their orchards.
The programme featured practical demonstrations conducted by departmental field staff, who guided farmers on proper pruning methods and sanitation practices in orchards. Participants were also provided horticultural tool kits to facilitate the application of the techniques demonstrated during the training.
Farmers attending the programme welcomed the initiative and expressed willingness to adopt improved horticultural practices in their orchards.
Officials from the Department of Horticulture said such training initiatives will continue in different parts of the district to promote scientific orchard management and support the livelihoods of farming communities in the region.
