Disha Social Organisation organised a two-day training programme for women farmers under its Livelihood Programme on 26-27 October 2026 at Disha Training Centre. Thirty-two women farmers participated in the programme.
The training focused on livestock management, vegetable cultivation, organic farming and the use of indigenous manure. Resource person Ravindra Barnwal from the Agriculture Extension Department, Saharanpur, shared practical information on organic fertilisers, neem-based inputs, pest management and preventive measures against fungal infections and termites. He also discussed the use of biocontrol agents such as Trichoderma and Beauveria bassiana.
Agriculture expert Ravindra Togadia conducted sessions on scientific livestock management, improved dairy breeds, animal health, infertility issues and measures to enhance milk production. Participants also learned about traditional and household remedies for common livestock diseases.
The following day, the women farmers participated in the Division Level Poultry Conclave, organised by the Agriculture Department at Behat in Saharanpur district. The visit provided valuable insights into poultry farming, egg production and allied livestock-based livelihood opportunities.
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