Conrad Sangma highlights Meghalaya's women-led farming model at global organic agriculture conference
Conrad K. Sangma told a conference in Shillong that women drive Meghalaya’s agricultural sector and organic farming efforts. He said the state is backing institutions, indigenous knowledge and innovation to build a resilient farm ecosystem.
- Jun 26, 2026,
- Updated Jun 26, 2026, 5:14 PM IST
- Women remain central to Meghalaya’s agriculture and grassroots movements, Sangma said
- Matrilineal traditions have made women long-standing custodians of land and farming
- The government is strengthening farmer-centric institutions across the state’s agricultural network
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma attended the International Conference on Women Farmers and Sustainable Organic Agriculture in Shillong, where he highlighted the pivotal role of women in the state's agricultural sector and reaffirmed Meghalaya's commitment to sustainable organic farming.
Addressing the conference, Sangma said women have always been at the heart of agriculture and grassroots movements in Meghalaya. He noted that the state's matrilineal society has empowered generations of women as custodians of land, making them key drivers of sustainable farming practices.
The Chief Minister said the state government has focused on strengthening farmer-centric institutions, preserving indigenous knowledge, and embracing innovation to build a resilient agricultural ecosystem.
He also expressed confidence that, through collective efforts, the Northeast can emerge as a global leader in sustainable organic agriculture.
