Arunachal: Farmer Monbhai Thamoung from Namsai Wins ‘Innovative Farmer Award’

JORHAT: Monbhai Thamoung, a progressive farmer of Namsai district, was conferred the ‘Innovative Farmer Award’ by Jorhat-based Assam Agricultural University for his innovative multi-species livestock and poultry farming model during the Regional Agricultural Fair held in Jorhat from 4-6 January.

Thamoung emerged as the sole farmer from Arunachal Pradesh who was conferred the award along with four other recipients from across the Northeast region. His model of farming comprises multi-species livestock and poultry, namely, poultry (Sonali, BV-380, local), piggery (Hampshire and Yorkshire cross-breed, local breed), dairy (Jersey and HF cross, local breed), and goatery (cross-breed and local breed), showcasing innovation and sustainability.

Thamoung earned a net income of Rs 6,42,000 in the previous year with a benefit-cost ratio (B:C) of 2:8. This was accomplished by selling 36,900 eggs and 1,350 kgs of poultry meat, 40 piglets and two healthy pigs, 1,620 litres of cow milk, one goat, and approximately 2 quintals of farmyard manure.

The young entrepreneur acquired his knowledge and skill in the field of livestock-based farming systems through various training programs and demonstrations conducted by the Namsai KVK. He has been playing a guiding role by encouraging and supporting many farmers in the district to adopt his scientifically driven model of livestock-based farming systems by utilizing household resources for maximum profit.

He was presented a memento, a citation, and the cash prize by Assam Agri & Allied Minister Atul Bora.

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