The Institutional Biotech Hub of Namrup College organized a two-day hands-on training session on Oyster Mushroom Cultivation from December 18th to 19th, 2023. A total of 33 participants joined the training program.
Day I Programme (18-12-2023)
On the first day, the inaugural session was anchored by Mr. Sajidur Rahman, Co-Principal Investigator of the Biotech Hub and Assistant Professor of Zoology at Namrup College, starting promptly at 10:00 am. The program was inaugurated by Dr. Durga Prasad Gogoi, the Principal of Namrup College, who highlighted the historical background of the Institutional Biotech Hub sponsored by the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India. He commended the present Principal Investigator and his team for their efforts in organizing such a meaningful program for students and the local community.
Following
this, Mr. Rupak Kr. Borgohain, Coordinator of IQAC and Assistant Professor
& Head of the Sociology department at Namrup College, delivered a brief
talk, expressing appreciation for the organizing team's efforts in conducting
such an important training session that connects with livelihood generation for
the youth of the region. The inaugural session then proceeded with a brief
overview of the detailed program for the next two days by Dr. Jayanta Sonowal,
Principal Investigator and Assistant Professor of Botany at Namrup College. The
inaugural session concluded at 10:30 am with a vote of thanks from Mr. Sajidur
Rahman.
The
technical session commenced at 10:45 am. The first technical session, covering
the basics of Oyster Mushroom, was conducted by Dr. Jayanta Sonowal. He
elaborated on various aspects of Oyster mushrooms, emphasizing their importance
and economic potential. The second session, also led by Dr. Jayanta Sonowal,
focused on the cultivation practices of Oyster mushrooms and their commercial
scope for livelihood upliftment, especially for local residents. From the third
session onward, the training sessions included practical demonstrations
covering all aspects of Oyster mushroom cultivation.
Day II Programme (19-12-2023)
The second day of the workshop commenced with a PowerPoint presentation led by Mr. Hijam Homendro Singh, the Head of Department of Zoology, focusing on mushrooms and their diverse varieties across Northeast India, along with their global demand. This was followed by a technical session covering the fundamental steps in mushroom cultivation, during which participants had the opportunity to engage in hands-on practice guided by Mr. Samiron Bhuyan, the Lab Assistant of Biotech Hub. The workshop concluded with a valediction session led by Dr. Sonowal, highlighting the necessary precautions for maintaining successful cultivation. Feedback was gathered from participants via feedback forms, allowing them to share their insights and benefits gained from the workshop. Certificates were distributed to each participant, and the event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Mr. Sajidur Rahman, Co-Principal Investigator and Assistant Professor of Zoology, Namrup College.
About 30 participants, including students and members of the nearby community, attended the workshop. Many women displayed notable enthusiasm for learning the entire process, sharing their experiences and expressing aspirations to establish mushroom businesses due to its minimal requirements and easy accessibility, facilitated by the workshop. Similarly, the students also showed keen interest. As a result of the workshop, a society named "Namrup Mushroom Growers Society" has been formed on the social media platform WhatsApp. This society aims to connect all mushroom growers, fostering communication, and facilitating their growth. Members will have access to traders and can seek assistance whenever necessary.
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