Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma emphasized the state government’s commitment to supporting and uplifting farmers during the concluding programme of the 4th Organic Youth Summit in Shillong. He highlighted that farmers are central to the government’s policies and mission-oriented programmes in agriculture and related sectors designed to provide essential support. The summit coincided with the 1st Northeast India Organic Week cum Buyer Seller Meet, and Sangma noted that the initiative, focused on learning and sharing, will extend beyond its initial three days.
Sangma asserted that organic farming is not merely a trend but is rooted in the traditional knowledge and practices of ancestors who have farmed sustainably for generations. He identified agriculture, tourism, and the service sector as key areas for governmental focus, expressing the need for strong synergy between tourism and organic farming. He indicated that tourism activities would increasingly align with the organic mission and related entrepreneurship programmes.
Expressing pride that the summit was held in Shillong, Sangma welcomed the opportunity it provided for exchanging knowledge about traditional farming. He envisioned this summit as a gateway to building connections and networks among participants. Later, he engaged with international delegates who inquired about the state’s vision and the role of technology and logistics support for emerging organic entrepreneurs. The event also featured the launch of the Organic Meghalaya Compendium and the introduction of the online platform, Megnolia.
