5TH STRY Training on multiplication of clonal rootstocks of apple concluded

Shopian: The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Shopian, today concluded 5th STRY training on Multiplication of clonal rootstocks of apple for rural youth of the district sponsored by ICAR MANAGE Hyderabad.

The District Development Commissioner (DDC) Sachin Kumar Vaishya, was Chief Guest on the occasion. He said that the Skill Training of Rural Youth (STRY) is aimed at imparting skill-based training to rural youth on agri-based vocational courses in agriculture and allied areas to promote employment of rural youth and for creation of skilled manpower to perform farm and non-farm operations.

While speaking on the occasion he directed to explore opportunities for funding aspiring trainees.

Among others the programme was attended by Chief Agriculture officer, Chief Horticulture Officer and other concerned.

Later skilled trainees were provided certificates by DDC Shopian.