ICAR-CCARI organised a demonstration-cum distribution programme under SCSP in Alappuzha, Kerala

     ICAR-CCARI organised a demonstration-cum distribution programme for farmers at Pallipuram, Alappuzha coastal district of Kerala on 24 August 2024 under SCSP. A total of 12 farmers (including 6 women) participated in the programme. Dr Sreekanth GB, Senior Scientist from CCARI explained about the SCSP scheme and the activities undertaken by the institute for improving the farmer’s livelihood. Exposure visits was also organised to the cage culture units and duck farming units near the Vembanad backwaters. Considering the farmers’ interest fish cum duck integrated farming, inputs such as vegetable and fish seeds, and ducks were distributed. Dr Sreekanth assured all possible technical and input support from the institute for the farmers. He has also highlighted the importance of developing a market link for the multiple produce covering fish, eggs, meat and vegetables. The details of resort operators, and high end customers were provided to the farmers for ensuring their market in advance for the ensuing onam festival season in Kerala during September. Dr Sreekanth GB, Shri Trivesh Mayekar- Scientist (Fish genetics and breeding)) and Mr. Melbin Lal (YP 2) coordinated the programme.