Kalyana Karnataka: Farmer Training and Agro-Processing Centres Opened
Why in the news
The Union Finance Minister opened a set of rural processing and training facilities meant to strengthen farm value chains in the region.
Key facts
- Funding: MPLADS contributions with NABARD.
- Aims: higher farmer income, jobs and entrepreneurial skills in farmer organisations.
| District | Facility | Products |
|---|---|---|
| Koppal (Methagal) | Training centre and fruit unit (mango, papaya, guava) | Juice, pulp, powder |
| Raichur (Jawalgera) | Pulses unit (red gram, Bengal gram) | Tur dal, chilla mix |
| Ballari | Red chilli centre | Chilli powder and flakes |
| Vijayanagara | Groundnut and tamarind facility | Peanut butter, salted peanuts, tamarind pulp |
Exam angle
- Region: Kalyana Karnataka; agency: NABARD.
- Scheme source of funds: MPLADS.