The farmer field school is a concept where farmers learn technologies at their field/locality. A Progressive farmer opt by the department of Agriculture; where related technologies demonstrated. In this consequence, a farmer field school was organized by Department of Agriculture, Tirap district, Government of Arunachal Pradesh during Kharif season, 2024 on the topic ?Integrated Farming System? under technical guidance of Krishi Vigyan Kendra- Tirap in Khela village. The different activities viz. group meeting, demonstration of different modules of vermi composting, demonstration of line sowing of French bean and okra, field visits and field day were executed by SMS (Horticulture) and SMS (Soil Science) of Krishi Vigyan Kendra- Tirap. The total 32 farmers were successfully participated in the school.

Himachal Pradesh, known for its diverse agriculture, significantly benefits from off-season vegetable cultivation. This practice not only addresses the rising demand for nutritious food but also enhances the economic viability of small and marginal farmers. Horticulture contributes 29.5% to India's agricultural GDP; yet traditional open-field production struggles to meet the needs of a growing population. Off-season cultivation allows farmers to grow crops outside their normal calendar, leveraging high market prices during low supply. Modern techniques, such as polyhouses and shade nets, enable year-round production, improve yield, and boost farmer incomes, thereby transforming the region's farming landscape.

Progeny evaluation is a key process in tree improvement, particularly for Non-Timber Forest Product (NTFP) species which are valuable for their wide array of forest-derived products. This article explores the importance of progeny evaluation in NTFP species and highlights key studies that demonstrate its role in selecting superior parent trees for sustainable forest management. By evaluating genetic traits such as growth rate, yield and disease resistance, progeny trials help enhance both the quality and quantity of forest resources. Despite the rising demand for NTFPs globally, few species have undergone comprehensive progeny trials. This article underscores the need for expanding such studies to maximize genetic gains, improve marketable products and support biodiversity conservation. With the growing economic significance of NTFPs progeny evaluation offers a path toward more sustainable and profitable forestry practices.