JAMMU, Feb. 8 -- Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST-Jammu), under the aegis of the Directorate of Research and AICRP on Mushroom, organized a two-day hands-on training and awareness programme on mushroom cultivation and spawn production at the Mushroom Unit, Division of Plant Pathology.
The training aimed to educate 15 scheduled caste farmers on the benefits of mushroom cultivation for livelihood security and nutritional benefits. Experts provided insights on different mushroom varieties suitable for Jammu's climate, including oyster and medicinal mushrooms. Practical sessions covered substrate preparation and cultivation techniques, while discussions addressed potential challenges in mushroom farming...