Rodents on the Run: Meghalaya finds solution
District Horticulture Officer Deibormi Dhar introduces the game-changing “Dung Bilor Rodent Bait,” a simple, cost-effective solution to protect crops from rodents in East Jaintia Hills. Discover how this local hero is helping farmers safeguard their livelihoods with a homegrown approach.
When it comes to saving local crops from the ruthless invasion of rodents, Deibormi Dhar, the District Horticulture Officer of East Jaintia Hills, has emerged as the knight in shining armour. With his trademark zeal for farming and community welfare, Dhar has introduced the rather curiously named “Dung Bilor Rodent Bait,” a deceptively simple concoction that’s likely to revolutionise crop protection across the region. Talk about thinking outside the mouse trap!
For anyone who knows Dhar, his passion for agriculture is as infectious as it is inspiring. And after years of watching farmers fight a losing battle against rodents, it seems he has finally cracked the code. At a recent media briefing, Dhar explained the journey behind this breakthrough with characteristic modesty.
“For the past few years, I’ve seen how rodents run riot, decimating crops from fields to granaries. The damage is nothing short of catastrophic for the farmers – not just in yield but in hard-earned money down the drain,” said Dhar, with a shake of the head that spoke volumes. “It’s high time we fought back.”
Rodents, it appears, have been dining like royalty on rice, wheat, vegetables, and fruits in East Jaintia Hills, much to the frustration of local farmers. Enter the “Dung Bilor” method, which is about as local as you can get. The bait uses everyday materials like flour, dried fish, and bamboo – things you’re more likely to find in a kitchen than a chemistry lab. Dhar has cleverly designed the solution so that even the most rural households, armed with a humble pestle and mortar, can whip it up themselves. No fancy gadgets, no pricey purchases – just good old-fashioned resourcefulness.
To help spread the word, Dhar has released a detailed booklet – a sort of “Rodent Defence for Dummies,” if you will – explaining how to prepare the bait and why it’s so vital. He’s also gone to great lengths to show the scale of rodent damage in the region, leaving no room for doubt about the severity of the situation. The message is clear: farmers can take back control of their crops with this simple, sustainable, and cost-effective solution.
And it seems that Dhar’s enthusiasm is catching on. Word is spreading, and the “Dung Bilor” bait is already being heralded as a potential game-changer. If it lives up to the hype, it could not only save crops but also safeguard farmers’ livelihoods. A win-win, as they say.
With a twinkle in his eye and a smile on his face, Dhar quipped, “It’s about time the rodents found themselves on the losing side for once. And with this bait, I think their days of free lunches are numbered.”
Here’s to Deibormi Dhar and his brilliant brainwave – proving once again that sometimes, the best ideas are the simplest. Let’s hope the rodents get the memo before it’s too late!
Picture Courtesy Highland Post
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