Today, Prsident Pranab Mukherjee, inaugurates International Conference on Natural Fibers atKolkata. Conference is organized by National institute of Research on Jute and Allied Fibre Technology.
Speaking on the occasion, the President said that a concerted effort by all stakeholders is necessary to develop the jute sector. Serious attempts have to be made to transform the image of jute products from cheap packaging material to value-added products suitable for diversified end-uses. He stated that the global concern for environment and increasing consumer preference for bio-degradable natural fibre products have opened a window of opportunity for enhanced use of jute. Jute agriculture in general and post-harvest technology in particular needs special attention in terms of technology support and extension activities, he added.
