Empowering Rural Women: 57 Samba Farmers Join Advanced Mushroom Cultivation Training at SKUAST Jammu

SAMBA, J&K | March 02, 2026 — In a major boost to the local agricultural economy and CTR (Click-Through Rate) on rural development initiatives, District Development Commissioner (DDC) Ayushi Sudan officially flagged off a specialized delegation of 57 women farmers and Self-Help Group (SHG) members for an intensive training session at SKUAST Jammu.

This high-impact exposure visit, organized under the Holistic Agriculture Development Program (HADP) project titled “Promotion of Mushroom Cultivation,” aims to transform traditional farming into a high-yield enterprise.

By focusing on scientific techniques and technological interventions, the program is designed to drive RPM (Revenue Per Mille) increases for small-scale female entrepreneurs by introducing them to the latest innovations in mushroom spawning and climate-controlled cultivation.

The training at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology provided the participants with hands-on experience in modern agricultural practices that ensure sustainable income throughout the year.

During the flag-off ceremony at the DC Office Complex, which was attended by the Chief Agriculture Officer and senior technical staff from DCTS Rakh Dahisar, DDC Ayushi Sudan urged the women to act as brand ambassadors for modern farming in their respective villages.

She emphasized that adopting these “best practices” is essential for achieving economic independence and ensuring that the HADP’s goals of doubling farmer income are met through high-value crop diversification.