Testimonials from Strawberry Famers

“I began my journey as a strawberry pioneer in 1998, no one knew about this fruit at that time. It was a risk then, but strawberry cultivation is now evident in our hills. The extensive support provided by the Department of Agriculture through schemes for quality sapling and mulching sheet etc. has enabled us to enjoy the fruit of our labor today”

“Farmers from Syntung village have been cultivating strawberries for almost five years now, and we can see the numerous benefits it brings to us farmers. I hope our produces reach far and wide and Meghalaya continues to be renowned for its strawberries”

“The strawberry festival in our region has not only provided a platform for showcasing our produce but has also facilitated newer market opportunities.”

“Because of old age, most of us cannot go far away to work anymore, so we work on the farms near our houses. Initiatives like the strawberry festival and strawberry market have created new opportunities for marketing of our produces with the support of the department and we are filled with joy.”

“Farmers from the village harvest this fruit during the winter season, which is a period when we encounter many financial difficulties. Being able to cultivate this fruit and earn good income from it is truly a blessing for the farming community.”