Shillong, February 27: Building on the success of its January edition, the Government of Meghalaya will host the February edition of the State-supported Monthly Farmers’ Market on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM at the Parking Lot of the Directorate of Fisheries, opposite St. Edmund’s College, Risa Colony, Shillong.
Organised by 1917 iTEAMS under the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and supported by the Meghalaya Farmers’ (Empowerment) Commission (MFEC), the initiative aims to provide farmers with a direct, transparent farm-to-consumer platform, ensuring better price realization and stronger rural-urban market linkages.
The February edition will spotlight Meghalaya’s seasonal strengths, particularly fresh strawberries, premium black pepper and other locally cultivated produce, along with diverse products from horticulture, agriculture and more. The curated stalls will represent multiple districts, offering consumers access to fresh, safe and locally sourced products directly from growers.
Guided by the vision of the Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma to make agriculture a sustainable and dignified livelihood, the Monthly Farmers’ Market is a strategic State initiative focused on farmer empowerment and strengthening the local economy. It promotes fair pricing, supports value addition and entrepreneurship, and provides consumers with access to fresh, safe, affordable local produce through a convergence-based approach.
The January edition of Meghalaya’s Farmers’ Market highlighted winter crops like oranges and pumpkins, enabling direct farmer-to-consumer sales. Featuring 30 diverse stalls, the event included a farm-to-plate live kitchen run by trained by Van Dhan Vikas Kendra (VDVK) members, who generated over Rs 20,000 in sales. Additionally, a partnership with the local quick-commerce app SOMOI allowed farmers and entrepreneurs to expand their reach and sell local products online across Shillong.
Citizens of Shillong and nearby areas are invited to visit the Farmers’ Market on February 28 and support local farmers by choosing Meghalaya-grown produce.
