Bamboo: A Plant of Socio-Economic importance in Nagaland



Bamboo, scientifically a grass, is widely used in Nagaland. Nagas are known for using bamboo for
making various handicrafts, thatched houses, in gardening, and even food. Yes, the fresh shoots of bamboo is consumed as food in various ways - fresh, fermented, dried etc. The fermented bamboo-shoot is what is used in most Naga Pork delicacies for it's acidic smell and taste.

Get more details of Bamboo Initiatives in Nagaland:
www.nagalandbamboo.com - Nagaland Bamboo Development Agency (NBDA)
www.bambootech.org - National Mission on Bamboo Applications


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