11th to 21st January 2024 - Two-day Workshop cum Training on "Making Value Added Products Using CSIR Technologies

Question 1

Where was the “Making Value Added Products Using CSIR Technologies” workshop held, and what organizations were involved in its execution?

Answer 1

Location: Jawaharlal Nehru Rajkeeya Mahavidyalaya (JNRM), Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Organizations:
CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR)
Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA)
Vijnana Bharati (VIBHA)

Question 2

List the primary goals of the “Making Value Added Products…” workshop.

Answer 2

To train farmers, women self-help groups, and entrepreneurs on using CSIR technologies for value-added product creation.
To focus on technologies involving:
Pandanus fruit processing
Decentralized Solar Thermal Dryer
Dehumidified Dryer Technology
Managing Fungus Problems in Betel Nuts

Question 3

What is the KISAN Sabha mobile app, and which organization developed it?

Answer 3

Description: An app that connects farmers to the supply chain and freight transportation management system.
Launched: May 01, 2020
Developer: CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CSIR-CRRI), New Delhi.

Question 4

Describe the modules of the KISAN Sabha app and who they benefit.

Answer 4

KISAN Sabha has six major modules:

Farmers: Direct connection with buyers, logistical support.
Mandi Dealers: Market rate tracking, connecting with farmers and transporters.
Transporters: Freight booking, maximizing benefits.
Mandi Board Members: Oversight and management.
Service Providers: Additional support within the supply chain.
Consumers Connection to the produce supply.

Question 5

How does the KISAN Sabha app aim to benefit farmers?

Answer 5

Eliminating middlemen: Direct connections to buyers increase profit margins.
Best market rates: Access to price comparisons across mandis (markets).
Efficient Logistics: Cost-effective freight booking options.