Division of Agricultural Engineering, ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Umroi Road, Umiam - 793 103.
The cultural practices and their mechanization level in the production of some horticultural crops in the northeastern hill (NEH) region were studied in 32 villages in different districts. Almost all the agricultural operations were done manually in vegetables and spices using traditional tools and implements. A number of improved tools and implements suitable for the region were identified to bridge the existing mechanization gap. Some of the operations need immediate attention of researchers for development of new tools/equipment such as ginger/turmeric digger and slicer, arecanut harvester and sheller, etc.
