AIZAWL (SHABD): ZT Lalrithangi, popularly known as Mari-i, a successful strawberry grower from Sangau in Lawngtlai district, Mizoram, was honoured in Rome, Italy, on Thursday after being named one of the ‘FAO 100 Women Heroes in Agrifood Systems and Rural Development’ for the International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026.
She is the first Mizo to receive the recognition. She was selected from more than 600 candidates across 131 countries, with only two women from India making the list.
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The recognition was conferred during the World Food Forum, held at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) headquarters in Rome from October 12 to 16.
The honour recognises her dedication, hard work and achievements in strawberry cultivation, as well as her efforts to inspire future generations.
Pi Mari-i was also named the Best Farmer from Lawngtlai at Horti Fair Mizoram 2026.
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