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.
The President said that the International Conference on
Natural Fibres, with focus on jute and allied fibres, is a right step forward
for an understanding of the potential of these natural fibres. He was sure the
forum would address all concerns to ensure greater use of these eco-fibres. The
coming-together of different stakeholders associated with natural fibres would
help identify the scope and strategy for purposeful utilization of our natural
fibre resources, including jute, he added.
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