Chandigarh, October 7
Horticulture Minister Mohinder Bhagat today held a crucial meeting with representatives of the Punjab Cold Storage Owners Association (POSCON) in Chandigarh. Various issues concerning the cold storage sector were discussed during the meeting. Listening to the demands raised by the association, he said that every genuine demand would be addressed to promote horticulture in the state and provide better facilities to farmers.
During the meeting, representatives of POSCON highlighted the importance of cold storages in preserving agricultural and horticultural produce and brought various issues concerning these units to the notice of the Horticulture Minister.
Bhagat said that cold storages play an important role in preserving agricultural and horticultural produce. These facilities not only help protect farmers’ produce but also help reduce post-harvest losses. He said that it was essential to strengthen the cold storage infrastructure linked to the agriculture and horticulture sectors. He assured the representatives that their demands would be taken up with the concerned departments and appropriate action would be taken as per the rules.
Bhagat said that the Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, is continuously working for the welfare of farmers and horticulturists. He said that special focus was being laid on strengthening the horticulture sector and providing necessary facilities to farmers.
