SJI had the honor of receiving Honorable Secretary, MoAF on 25/3/2017. He briefed the SJI staff on the 12 Five Year Plan prioritizing agriculture where he mentioned rice self-sufficiency will be increased by 15%. He also mentioned, 50% of the budget being allocated to the local govt. among other important issues. SJI seized the opportunity to brief him and his delegation on the SJI’s policies and programs.
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Meeting with SJI staff
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Collection of local and traditional seeds.
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Honorable Secretary looking at zero waste craft products.