Category Archives: WORKSHOPS

NESFAS completes 6th Mei-Ramew Farmers’ Market in true Christmas spirit

NESFAS hosted its monthly and last for year, Mei-Ramew Farmers’ Market for the year 2018 on the 12th of December 2018 at its headquarters Laitumkhrah, Shillong. More than 200 visitors made it to the fanfare that celebrated the local produce … Continue reading

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Be the Solution to Soil Pollution!

“Be the Solution to Soil Pollution” The roles of soils in food production and food quality, in climate regulation and in the provision of raw materials and services, are widely recognized. The prevention of soil pollution could reduce soil degradation, … Continue reading

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Local artisans represent Meghalaya at the 2018 International Conference on Handlooms

Local weavers and embroiderers from Meghalaya are presently taking part in the week-long training-cum-awareness international conference on handlooms called the “Chenetha Chetikala Sambaralu” in Chirala town, Andhra Pradesh from November 11 to 18, 2018. This conference serves as a platform … Continue reading

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Local Food Champions take part in Mei-Ramew Farmers’ Market

As an activity of the “No One Shall Be Left Behind Initiative”, NESFAS hosted its monthly Mei-Ramew Farmers’ Market on the 5th of October 2018 at its headquarters Laitumkhrah, Shillong. This time, the event saw the participation of school children … Continue reading

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Delegates from North East India to take part in the Terra Madre: Salone del gusto 2018

The Terra Madre Salone del Gusto 2018 will take place in Turin, Italy from the 20th to 24th September. This year’s theme is “Food for Change”.  This biennial meeting aims to bring together a network of food communities, small producers … Continue reading

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Nutrition for underprivileged children- Reach Shillong Ministries Programme

A programme focusing on food and nurtrition for children was held at the Reach Shillong Ministries (RSM)- An all out of School Programme Mawarliang, Laitkor, on the 27th July 2018. The aim of NESFAS’ involvement is to enhance the nutrition … Continue reading

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