Gurugram, February 19 The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare will conduct a series of practical workshops on scientific farming for members of Self Help Groups and rural producers at the ongoing SARAS Aajeevika Mela for two days, starting on Saturday.
On Saturday, a workshop on the Participatory Guarantee System certification will explain the process of organic certification for SHG farmers, documentation requirements, group certification procedures, and information on government assistance available for certification costs.
The session will help SHG producers obtain affordable organic certification and access better market opportunities for organic products, a release said.
The following day, a Soil Testing and Soil Health Management workshop will provide practical guidance on soil sample collection, the soil testing process, and the use of soil health cards.
The objective of the workshop is to enable farmers to apply fertilizers based on soil nutrient status, reduce input costs, and improve crop productivity.
These workshops are part of the inter-ministerial convergence efforts led by the Ministry of Rural Development at the SARAS Aajeevika Mela to strengthen farm-based livelihoods of SHG households through improved agricultural practices and certification support.
On February 23, the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying will conduct training on scientific livestock management, fodder planning, and value addition in dairy and backyard poultry enterprises for SHGs.
The SARAS Aajeevika Mela 2026 is being organized by the Ministry of Rural Development from February 10-26, 2026, at the Leisure Valley Ground here.
The Mela provides a national platform for members of SHGs from across states and Union Territories to showcase and sell their products and to participate in training, exposure, and market linkage activities.
More than 900 women entrepreneurs from self help groups across 28 states are participating in the Mela.