Nangkiewirat Producer Groups cultivates potato in Pomahir Village of Mawrykneng Block. During the FOCUS Program, held at Mawrynkneng, Bariton Kharsyntiew, one of the member group shared his group’s story and said “In the process of cultivating potatoes, we come across many challenges. And among the many challenges, the most common problem was with pricing. Now, I believe that with the support of FOCUS program, it will help in uplifting the critical condition of the farmers and enhancing overall farm production. I would like to thank the BDO of Mawryngkneng C&amp;RD Block for bringing this program and supporting the farmers for better livelihood.

FOCUS - Farmers Collectivization For Upscaling Production and Marketing System

Bariton Kharsyntiew, Nangkiewirat Producer Groups, Pomahir, Mawrynkneng

Umtyrkhew Producer Group from Mynriang Village produces 100 tonnes of ginger annually. The group was facing challenges related to sales and better price realization for their produce. One of the members of the group, Super Rngai shared his experience and the challenges that they were facing in the past few years. He said “There are various challenges when it comes to sales, as ginger cultivator, we were not getting the right price for our produce. For me, the FOCUS program held today i.e. 16th Sep, 2021 is so valuable and I feel blessed to have been a part of this program. Besides the funding that we have received today, for our producer group, we have also received training and mentorship on how to increase our group activities and yield in the future. Today, I truly feel that FOCUS is like a blessing for all the farmers and our group”.

Super Rngai from Mynriang, Umtyrkhew Producer Group

Belinda Kharsati, a resident of Pomahir village in Mawryngkneng block belongs to Progressive Farming Producer Group. This group of farmers produces tomatoes for their living. However, post the the pandemic hit, the group had faced financial challenges. In the words of Belinda Kharsati, she was facing issues and challenges due to pandemic as the demand for the tomatoes in the market came down, which depreciated the price of the produce. Not only this, with no market demand, she was not able to sell her produce that perished the produce. Today, Belinda is glad to be associated with FOCUS Program, as it has helped her to manage the plight of her co-producers. While receiving the funding under the FOCUS, she expressed her gratefulness to the government and said that she is going to make the best use of this fund and utilize it to enhance her production in the coming years.&nbsp;

Belinda Kharsati, a resident of Pomahir village in Mawryngkneng block belongs to Progressive Farming Producer Group. This group of farmers produces tomatoes for their living. However, post the the pandemic hit, the group had faced financial challenges. In the words of Belinda Kharsati, she was facing issues and challenges due to pandemic as the demand for the tomatoes in the market came down, which depreciated the price of the produce. Not only this, with no market demand, she was not able to sell her produce that perished the produce. Today, Belinda is glad to be associated with FOCUS Program, as it has helped her to manage the plight of her co-producers. While receiving the funding under the FOCUS, she expressed her gratefulness to the government and said that she is going to make the best use of this fund and utilize it to enhance her production in the coming years.&nbsp;

Belinda Kharsati, Progressive Farming Farmers PG, from Pomahir, Mawryngkneng

Belinda Kharsati, Progressive Farming Farmers Producer Group, from Pomahir, Mawryngkneng

The Government of Meghalaya is committed towards the growth of the farmers in Meghalaya and has supported the farmers and Producer Groups (PGs) under FOCUS Program. In a recent visit to Williamnagar in Garo Hills, HCM Conrad K Sangma interacted with the farmers and PGs of Bakhpara, Resubelpara block and provided financial support of Rs 27.35 lac to 35PGs.&nbsp;Additionally, a total of Rs 10.50 lakhs was given to 20 PGs in Asimgere and Dalu Block of West Garo Hills. These PGs are into the production of Vegetables, Spices, Ginger and Pig rearing and are planning to increase their production for better livelihood.&nbsp;With the support, the group will be able to run its operation profitably and earn additional income for each member. Mr. Pritington Ch Marak, secretary of Rongsak Songma Producer Group expressed deep gratitude to HCM Shri. Conrad K Sangma and Government of Meghalaya for this financial assistance and hope that the Government will continue to support them in future as well.

In the interview Mr.Manseng said that he and the members were very happy to receive mobilisation funding support of Rs.50, 000/- under FOCUS scheme from HCM.Shri Conrad Sangma. The group wanted to do the farming of arecanut but always faced challenge of getting fund from any sources. Mr.Marak said that the group will use the Rs.50,000/- amount for starting a arecanut sapling nursery. This initiative will enhance the income of each member of the SHG. Mr.Manseng on behalf of his group expressed deep gratitude to HCM Shri.Conrad Sangma for this financial assistance and hope that HCM will support in similar way in future also.

Mobilization Fund Disbursement in East Garo Hills

Gara Bokmangre Nangrim SHG, Betasing Block, West Garo Hills

Mr. Armstrong Shylla runs a Producer Group named Na Dyngkhong Ki Nongrep in Mawkyrwat Block of South West Khasi Hills. Under FOCUS, this group of 15 members, has received a mobilization support fund cheque of Rs. 75,000/-, under which every member has received Rs 5,000/- from Sh. Conrad K Sangma, Hon'ble Chief MinisterWith this fund, Mr. Armstrong believes that the group member will be able to invest the amount in buying quality seeds, better farm equipment, better packaging and generate surplus produce for their farm. He said that the group will attend training and regular meeting will be organized for the farmer, that will enhance productivity and profitability for all members. He believes that FOCUS scheme definitely have positive socio-economic impact on the producer group member’s level and will bring economic of scale in the agri and agri-allied sector. He thanked Sh. Conrad Sangma Hon’ble Chief Minister for visiting Mawkyrwat and having a direct interaction with the Producer Group.

Mr.Gerith, secretary of Ambeng Producer Group believed that his group has dreams and aspirations of better livelihood through farming if Areca Nut. However, shortage of funding was always an obstacle to their ambitions.FOCUS scheme looks to support them in their journey through various interventions. A mobilization funding support of Rs. 70,000/- was granted to their 14 member group to help them initially. To Mr. Gerith, this is an opportunity they were waiting for and to add icing to the cake , the cheque was handed over by Hon’ble CM. Mr. Gerith was delighted with the gesture of Government of Meghalaya. He assured his group will use the fund for farming activities and work hard to enhance the farming production. Mr.Gerith expresses deep gratitude to the HCM Shri.Conrad Sangma on behalf of his group.&nbsp;

Na Dyngkhong Ki Nongrep,Mawkyrwat Block of South West Khasi Hills.

Na Dyngkhong Ki Nongrep

Tengsu Producer Group is a newly formed group under FOCUS comprising of 16 members. The group is primarily in the production of fruits. However, the group faced hardships in arranging funds to procure seeds/saplings, fertilizers and other required materials. This has impacted their production.Sabina Sangma, one of the group member said in an interview that their long awaited problem of getting financial assistance is now solved through FOCUS Initiative. She received a cheque of Rs.80, 000/- from HCM Shri.Conrad K Sangma and is planning to use this mobilisation funding support will support the group in producing more and henceforth will enhance the livelihood of her and her group members. Sabina Sangma expressed her gratitude to Hon'ble CM.Shri Conrad Sangma and Government of Meghalaya for the much needed support the group has received.&nbsp;

Tengsu Producer Group is another successful producer group that received support from the government of Meghalaya under FOCUS scheme. Earlier, the Producer Group was facing a lot of hardship due to financial constraints and applied for the support under FOCUS scheme. Soon, she and her group members received the financial assistance from the government of Meghalaya. Sabina Sangma, one of the members of the group has expressed her happiness and satisfaction on receiving a cheque amounting of Rs.80,000/- from Hon’ble Shri Conrad K Sangma, Sabina Sangma said that this kick start fund is a big support for the group, and it will help the members in producing more and will enhance the livelihood of every member of the group. Sabina Sangma expressed her gratitude to the Govt. of Meghalaya for the much-needed support. Now, the members are actively working together for the growth and benefit of the group.

Tengsu Producer Group,Bajengdoba Block, North Garo Hills

Tengsu Producer Group,Block:Bajengdoba,Dist:North Garo Hills

Jengusuart Producer Group is a newly formed group under FOCUS scheme. The members of the group faced the challenge of selling their produce and sometimes at a very low rate. Through FOCUS Awareness Programme, the group learnt that there are lot of&nbsp;benefits that a farmer can avail by forming a producer group. It will enhance their productivity and profitability by collectivization and up scaling production and they can earn better price by collective bargain.After attending the FOCUS awareness program, Mr.Benjamin M Marak and other group members formed the Jengusurat Producer Group. He thanked FOUCS team for arranging a direct interaction with HCM Shri. Conrad K Sangma, Mr.Benjamin said that in the meeting HCM explained the various benefits of forming a producer group to improve productivity and enhancing livelihoods of the farmers. He received a cheque of Rs 90,000/- and personally thanked the state Govt of Meghalaya for the mobilization funding support under FOCUS scheme. Mr. Benjamin said that the with support of this financial assistance the group will definitely increase its productivity and profitability and he is confident that the group will emerge as a role model for other producer group.

Jengusuart Producer Group is a newly formed group under FOCUS scheme. The members of the group were facing extreme difficulty in selling their produce and realizing their desired profit. Soon, the group learnt about FOCUS scheme, realized that by forming a producer group, they can avail many benefits, it would enhance their productivity and profitability by collectivization and up scaling production and through collective bargaining they can realize their surplus agricultural produce at a good price. In an interview Mr. Benjamin M Marak, one of the members of the group said that after attending the FOCUS awareness program he along with other members formed the Jengusurat Producer Group. He thanked FOUCS team for arranging a direct interaction with Hon’ble Shri Conrad K Sangma, where Mr. Sangma himself explained the various benefits of forming a producer group and how it can improve the productivity and livelihoods of the farmers. While receiving the cheque of Rs.90,000/- from Hon’ble Shri Conrad K Sangma, Mr. Marak personally thanked the Govt. of Meghalaya on behalf of his group and said that with this financial assistance the group will definitely increase its productivity and profitability and is confident that the group will emerge as a role model in his village.

Jengusuart Producer Group, Bajengdoba Block, North Garo Hills District

Jengusuart Producer Group,Block: Bajengdoba,Dist: North Garo Hills.

Rangmon Producer Group in Habarpitha village was facing various financial and technological challenges. Smt Banamika Radha learnt about FOCUS and registered the group to avail financial support from the government. Now, with the support from FOCUS Scheme, she and her group members received mobilization funding support of Rs.5,000/- per member from Hon’ble Shri Conrad K Sangma and started their operations actively. Expressing her gratitude towards State Govt. of Meghalaya and MBDA team , she said that the seed fund will motivate the Producer Group member to work hard towards their goal and would strengthen each member financially. Today, these producer groups are doing a fabulous job in supporting the community members and helping each other to become socio-economically sustainable.

Rangmon Producer Group in Habarpitha village was facing various financial and technological challenges. Smt Banamika Radha learnt about FOCUS Scheme and registered the group under the scheme. Now, with the support from FOCUS Scheme, she and her group members received mobilization fund of Rs.5,000/- per member from Hon’ble Shri Conrad K Sangma and started their operations actively. Expressing her gratitude towards Hon’ble Shri Conrad K Sangma, MBDA team and State Govt. of Meghalaya, she said that the seed fund will motivate the Producer Group member to work hard towards their goal and would strengthen each member financially. Today, these producer groups are doing a fabulous job in supporting the community members and helping each other to become socio-economically sustainable.

Name: Banamika Radha, Village: Habarpitha,

Rangmon Producer Group,Bajengdoba Block, North Garo Hills

Rangmon Producer Group,Block: Bajengdoba

PRIME Hub operating in Rongram and Jongdikre block is doing a fabulous job in providing support to more than 42 Producer Groups, 5 Micro Clusters, and 8 Nano Entrepreneurs. When the Hon’ble CM visited the block in July 2021, these farmers came together to discuss the issues they are facing and expressed their content with the FOCUS program.&nbsp;

FOCUS- Program in Rongram and Jongdikre, West Garo Hills

FOCUS- program in Rongram and Jongdikre

Songsak Block of East Garo Hills have several types of farmers producing crops such as banana, ginger, pineapple, other fruits and spices. The farmers were in dire need of funds to enhance their farm produce. With a small financial support, they could purchase planting materials, cutting tools, seeds and various other things, that would help them multiply their produce and earnings.As part of FOCUS Program, Hon'ble CM Shri. Conrad Sangma disbursed 14.85 lacs to 25 Producer Groups in Songsak. Now, with this fund, the farmers can purchase machinery, cutting tools, seeds and can enhance their produce.Through initiatives like FOCUS, the government is helping farmers realize good incomes by providing better market credit linkages, technical know-how &amp; value addition of their products.

Honorable Chief Minister, Mr. Conrad Sangma disbursed 14.85 lacs to 25 Producer Groups in Songsak as part of the CM's Producer Group Support Fund. Through initiatives like PRIME, the government is helping farmers realize good incomes by providing better market credit linkages, technical know-how &amp; value addition of their products.

Mobilisation Fund Support of Rs.14.85 lacs to 25 Producer Groups in Songsak, East Garo Hills

Under the ‘Chief Minister’s Mobilization Support for Producers’ Program, launched in 2021 the government of Meghalaya extends its support to the farmer and producer group with easy access to credits, better transportation, and marketing infrastructure to level up their enterprises.

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FOCUS- Farmers’ Collectivization for Upscaling Production and Marketing Systems – Support in Funding, Value Chain development, machinery support, market linkages, transportation, and aggregation of produce are a few of its services. An initial mobilization fund of Rs.5000/- to each member of the producer group is provided. The program aims to enhance the livelihood of Meghalaya’s farmers through interventions across the value chain.

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