Shillong, November 3: Thirty trainees received certificates after successfully completing a 39-day training programme in Integrated Farming System (IFS), focusing on poultry and piggery, at a ceremony held at Pyngkya under Mawkynrew Block on Tuesday.

The programme was organised by FMA Outreach for Underprivileged Women and Children with financial support from the Meghalaya State Skill Development Society (MSSDS), with the objective of equipping rural participants with practical skills for livelihood development and self-employment.

Mawkynrew MDC Seibor Warbah attended the certification ceremony as the chief guest, while Pyngkya headman Rikoles Kshiar was present as a special invitee.

Also present were Sr. Garnet Sutnga, Director of FMA Outreach for Underprivileged Women and Children; Sr. Janicia Nongrum, Assistant Director; and trainer Wolbest Lapang.

During the 39-day programme, participants received both theoretical and practical training in poultry and piggery management, focusing on improved farming techniques and sustainable livelihood opportunities.

As part of the course, the trainees also visited ICAR-KVK Ri-Bhoi for an exposure programme, where they gained firsthand knowledge of modern and integrated farming practices.

The certificates were awarded in recognition of their successful completion of the training and active participation throughout the programme.

FMA Outreach expressed its gratitude to MSSDS for its financial support and acknowledged the encouragement and cooperation extended by local leaders. The organisation also reaffirmed its commitment to empowering rural communities through skill development, livelihood enhancement and self-employment initiatives.