Port Blair, Feb 22: Spices have been playing a crucial role in the economy of our Islands and a variety of spices are being cultivated in different parts of the Islands. However, due to lack of awareness on scientific techniques of postharvest management, most of the stakeholders have been unable to reap maximum benefits from the cultivation of spices. In order to provide the requisite technical knowhow, ICAR-Central Island Agricultural Research Institute, Port Blair conducting a training programme on “Scientific Harvesting and Postharvest Management of Spices in Andaman Islands” on March 03, 2023.

The programme would include practical sessions, theories and demonstrations on postharvest management of spice crops. Interested participants may indicate their interest by providing information such as name, age, education, profession and contact details by contacting the Training Coordinator Dr. Ajit Arun Waman, Scientist, ICAR-CIARI through call or WhatsApp message on 9933263441 latest by March 01, 2023.