Event inspires 25,000 youths in India to take up organic farming
Patil appealed to the next generation of farmers to innovate in the field. The four-day national exhibition of agricultural research related to farmers at the Dongre Hostel Ground and showcased modern as well as traditional techniques of agriculture.
The number of youths at the fair was high this year. According to the organizers, over 18,000 college-going youths have shown an interest in taking up organic farming as a full-time career.
"It's encouraging to see youths under 25 years of age enquiring about career options in organic farming," said Rajendra Thakur, an event coordinator.
"We believe our farmers need the latest technologies, along with organic farming to succeed in agriculture. Knowledge regarding fertilizers, pesticides, the latest equipment, organic/biotech and the latest agriculture technologies was shared by experts from reputable companies for free," said chief patron of the event, Guru Mauli Annasaheb Morey.
source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
