Nagaland Chief Minister Lauds MDoNER for Coffee Value Chain Project

In a significant development for Nagaland's agricultural diversification and rural development, Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio has commended the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) for its support towards the coffee value chain development project.

Launch of Mission Coffees of Nagaland

Union Minister for MDoNER and Communications, Jyotiraditya Scindia, inaugurated the cluster-based coffee value chain development mission for Nagaland with a budget of Rs 175 crore. The initiative aims to bridge critical gaps in the coffee value chain, encompassing plantation development, post-harvest processing, branding, marketing, traceability, export, tourism, and capacity building.

Key Figures Present at the Launch

The launch event witnessed the presence of Sukanta Majumdar, Minister of State for MDoNER; Deputy Chief Minister T R Zeliang; MLA G Ikuto Zhimomi; and Sanjay Jaju, Secretary of MDoNER. The project adopts a cluster-based approach, targeting Arabica coffee in Tuophema village and Robusta coffee in Ghotovi village as pilot clusters.

Whole-of-India Approach for Agricultural Transformation

Scindia highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of empowering farmers as key stakeholders in the agricultural value chain. The 'Coffees of Nagaland' Mission aims to elevate the region from raw coffee production to a premium, traceable, single-origin coffee economy with a strong domestic and international market presence.

Future Prospects and Appreciation

Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio expressed gratitude for the ministry's efforts, recognizing the project as a milestone in Nagaland's agricultural strategy. He emphasized the role of coffee cultivation in promoting sustainable farming practices and creating long-term income opportunities for local communities.

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