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The National Productivity Council, DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry and ICAR – National Research Centre on Mithun, GoI are going to organize the North-East Sustainability Conclave on Productivity and Green Growth at ICAR-National Research Centre on Mithun, Medziphema, Dimapur on 13th April 2023. Indian Potash Limited (IPL) is supporting the conclave as Industry Partner. This conclave focuses on promoting sustainable economic growth in the Northeast region of India by bringing together...

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Honourable Justice B.S. Patil, the Lokayukta of Karnataka, visited the Mithun farm at Medziphema, Nagaland, on 7th April 2023. During his visit, he expressed a keen interest in learning about the Mithun and observed the daily activities of the farm. The visit was a personal initiative of the Lokayukta to get to know more about the Mithun and the farming practices in Nagaland. Interacting with the Lokayukta, Dr. Girish Patil S., Director, ICAR-NRC on Mithun highlighted the various...

The ICAR-NRC on Mithun held its annual Institute Research Committee (IRC) meeting on 3rd April 2023. The meeting was attended by all of the Institute's scientists, who presented their completed and upcoming research projects. The day-long discussion focused on ways to improve research practices and the overall quality of research being conducted at the Institute. One of the highlights of the meeting was the presence of Dr. I. Shakuntala, Dean C. V. Sc., CAU Jalukie, who attended as an...

The Honorable Chief Minister of Nagaland has presented a Mithun, the gorgeous bovine species, to ICAR - National Research Centre on Mithun, Nagaland. Dr Girish Patil, S., Director of the Institute expressed his deep appreciation for this generous gesture. The female Mithun, which is approximately five years old and in its second calving stage, weighs 320 kg and has a black body coat with clean white stockings and a grayish forehead. This Mithun will be a valuable addition to the ICAR - National...

The ICAR - National Research Centre on Mithun, located in Nagaland, has initiated work on Organic Mithun production. The Centre secured Organic Conversion Certificate for the fodder plot (75 hectares) at the Porba Station, Phek District, Nagaland. The area covers both fodder plot and the grazing area assigned for the Mithun grazing. The ultimate aim of this initiative is to produce organic Mithun. The Certificate was issued by Sikkim State Organic Certification Agency (SSCOA). The process...

A three days training programmes entitled “Recent Biotechnological Techniques” was organized by ICAR-NRC on Mithun, Nagaland from 22nd to 24th March 2023. BSc. (Zoology) students from Patkai Christian College along with two faculty members participated in the training programme. During three days training programme, lectures were imparted on various recent techniques like DNA and RNA isolation, PCR, Gel Electrophoresis, ELISA, proteomics and assisted reproductive technologies. Practical...

ICAR NRC on Mithun conducted Mithun health camp and input materials distribution programme under TSP at AdiPasi (Sibuk) village, Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh on 21st March 2023. The programme was held in partnership with the East Siang AtoDorne Farmers' Association. Dr. Emo Lego, the District Veterinary Officer of Upper Siang District, was the chief guest, and Mrs. Jyoti Borang, the Circle Officer, was the guest of honor. The program began with a traditional flag hoisting ceremony by...

A three days training programme entitled “Recent Biotechnological Techniques” was inaugurated at ICAR-NRC on Mithun, Nagaland from 22nd to 24th March 2023. BSc. ( Zoology) students from Patkai Christian College along with two faculty members are attending the training programme. An introductory welcome and a brief explanation of the 3-days training was given by Dr. M. H. Khan, Principal Scientist, ICAR-NRC on Mithun. Madam (Dr.) Achila, HoD, Department of Zoology,  Patkai Christian...

On the occasion of International Women's Day, ICAR-NRC on organized a training program entitled, "Processing of Mithun meat and milk for income generation." The event was held on March 9th, 2023, and was specifically designed for the Women Self Help Groups (SHGs) from Kukidolong. Dr. Kezhavituo Vupru, CTO and Coordinator of the program gave a brief introduction about the significance of Women's Day celebration and the importance of empowering women. Dr. M.H. Khan, Principal Scientist emphasized...

14 farmers from Arunachal Pradesh visited ICAR-NRC on Mithun for a one-day training on Mithun Husbandry. The programme was initiated by Dr. Kezhavituo. Various mithun husbandry practices were taught to them by Dr. M. H. Khan, Dr. Kobu Khate, and Dr. Lalzampuia. A brief explanation about their husbandry practices at their native places were given by the farmers. There was a Farmer-Scientist interaction in the evening after formal programme was done. A valedictory programme was conducted, in...

The ICAR - National Research Centre on Mithun (NRCM), Nagaland has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the School of Engineering and Technology (SET), Nagaland University, Dimapur and Central Agricultural University, Imphal for research collaboration. The MoU was signed to enhance cooperation and collaboration between the Institutions to facilitate research in the fields of Mithun genetics, breeding, nutrition, management and health. This collaboration is expected to lead to joint...

ICAR NRC on Mithun organized a one day special outreach cleanliness campaign under Swachh Bharat Mission at Khonoma village, Kohima district, Nagaland on 22nd February 2023. It was a first of its kind outreach programme organized by the institute where all the staff of ICAR NRC on Mithun including the contractual staffs participated. A short and fun interaction session among the staff was held at Mithun conservation Unit Khonoma. All together a total of 63 staff participated in the programme...