The third Nagaland Potato Festival will be held at the Jakhama village ground in Kohima on May 15 to promote local farmers and address market linkage.
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KOHIMA — The third edition of the Nagaland Potato Festival has been scheduled to be held at the Jakhama village ground in Kohima on May 15, starting at 10 am.
This was announced during a press conference in Kohima on Tuesday by the organiser, Jakhama Village Council, represented by Coordinator Dr. Teputo Richa, Co-convenor Kevithüzo Tase, Coordinator Vikehiezo Kulnu, and Event Manager Kikokhü Richa.
Vikehiezo Kulnu stated that farmers have the potential to produce agricultural products, but many still face the challenge of market linkage. He added that they envisage connecting farmers by organising the festival and promoting local products.
Dr. Richa stated that they are expecting a promising harvest this year, unlike last year, which was affected by climatic changes. He informed that farmers have already started harvesting. In the first edition, farmers generated about INR 32 lakh from selling potatoes, while last year it came down to about INR 15 lakh due to a poor harvest.
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He informed that around 60 stalls have been registered so far for this year, which will include handicrafts, handlooms, vegetables, and food.
Participants from other districts have also confirmed their participation. Potatoes will be sold at INR 700 per tin, weighing approximately 13 kg.
Various departments and organisations will also take part in the festival by organising demonstrations and training. These include the departments of Agriculture, Tourism, Land Resources, Bio Fertiliser Laboratory Medziphema, National Livestock Mission, and the Investment and Development Authority of Nagaland.
Besides these, YouthNet and the Indian Army are also supporting the festival.