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Description: Mandates The mandate of the institute has revised in 87 Annual General Meeting of the ICAR Society held on 4th Febrary, 2016. Currently, the National Research Centre on Mithun is functioning for developing the scientific and sustainable mithun rearing system and for catering the needs of mithun farmers with the follwing mandates. (i) Identification, conservation,characterization and evaluation of mithun germplasm. (ii) Improvement of mithun for meat and milk . (iii) Repository of information on mithun.
Publish Date: 05-05-18
Description: Mandates : For resolving major constraints in production of orchids and other bulbous ornamentals in major growing belt, the centre has mission mode approach with following mandate Collection, characterization, evaluation and conservation of orchid germplasm. Molecular characterization to check bio-piracy and IPR protection of orchids. Development of protocols for mass multiplication. Production of quality planting materials for large scale cultivation. To develop hybrids/ varieties suitable for domestic and export markets. To develop production, protection and post-harvest technologies for orchids. To act as a national repository of scientific on mandate crops. To coordinate research with other scientific organizations and acts as a centre for training.
Publish Date: 05-05-18
Description: Farm mechanization is an important element of modernization of agriculture. Farm Productivity is positively correlated with the availability of farm power coupled with efficient farm implements and their judicious utilization. Agricultural mechanization not only enables efficient utilization of various inputs such as seeds, fertilizers, plant protection chemicals and water for irrigation but also it helps in poverty alleviation by making farming an attractive enterprise. The Department of Agriculture and Cooperation is following multi-pronged strategy for promoting Farm Mechanization.
Publish Date: 05-05-18
Description: India is one of the major oilseeds grower and importer of edible oils. India’s vegetable oil economy is world’s fourth largest after USA, China & Brazil. The oilseed accounts for 13% of the Gross Cropped Area, 3% of the Gross National Product and 10% value of all agricultural commodities. This sector has recorded annual growth rate of area, production and yield @ 2.44%, 5.47% and 2.96% respectively during last decade (1999-2009). The diverse agro-ecological conditions in the country are favourable for growing 9 annual oilseed crops, which include 7 edible oilseeds (groundnut, rapeseed & mustard, soybean, sunflower, sesame, safflower and niger) and two non-edible oilseeds (castor and linseed). Oilseeds cultivation is undertaken across the country in about 27 million hectares mainly on marginal lands, of which 72% is confined to rainfed farming. During the last few years, the domestic consumption of edible oils has increased substantially and has touched the level of 18.90 million tonnes in 2011-12 and is likely to increase further. With per capita consumption of vegetable oils at the rate of 16 kg/year/person for a projected population of 1276 million, the total vegetable oils demand is likely to touch 20.4 million tonnes by 2017.
Publish Date: 05-05-18
Description: MANDATE Basic and strategic research on processing jute & allied fibres and their agro-residues, development of value added products and quality assessment. Skill development and business incubation service on jute and allied fibre technologies. Highlights Jute grading Paper from waste jute Jute reinforced composite Jute handloom with jacquard Thermal insulation tester Ambient temperature processing Jute based ornamental fabric Jute geotextile Jute hometextiles Fungal dry retting Jute coconut geotextile at brambhani river embankment Fibre board from jute plant Natural dyes for jute fabric Mulching fabric from jute nonwoven Jute based grass carpet
Publish Date: 05-05-18
Description: OBJECTIVES Develop and promote voluntary action in social development through training & capacity building of Government and Non-Government functionaries; Take a comprehensive view of child development through research and develop tools/design for supporting implementation of Government schemes and programmes and; Coordinate Meetings of MWCD with Stakeholders under different Schemes/Programmes and Policies for furthering the objectives and provide feedback.
Publish Date: 05-05-18
Description: Objectives a) Human Resource development in Plant Protection Technology, plant quarantine and bio-security with special emphasis on crop-oriented Integrated Pest Management approaches and protecting the plant bio-security borders, both in public and private sectors. b) Human Resource development in analysis of Pesticide Formulations and Pesticide Residues for monitoring the quality status of pesticides in States/U.Ts. c) Develop systematic linkages between state, regional, national and international institutions of outstanding accomplishments in the field of Plant Protection Technology. d) Function as a Nodal agency / forum for exchange of latest information on Plant Protection Technology. e) Collect and collate information on Plant Protection Technology for dissemination among the State Extension functionaries and farmers. f) Identify, appreciate and develop modern management tools, techniques in problem-solving approaches and utilizing the mechanism of personnel management, resource management, input management and finally conflict management at the organization level. g) Develop need-based field programmes for training and retraining of senior and middle level functionaries for executing plant protection programmes, and using training of trainer approaches to ensure maximum reach of programmes. h) Conduct programme-oriented research in the area of Plant Protection, Integrated Pest Management, Pesticide Management, Plant Quarantine and Pesticide delivery systems and residues, to provide feedback to training programmes. i) Serve as repository of ideas and develop communication and documentation services at national, regional and international level, in regard to the subject of plant protection management. j) Forge linkages with national and international institutions, and create networks of knowledge sharing, through a programme of institutional collaboration and employment of consultants. k) Function as Policy Support Central Government in various sector of Plant Protection inter-alia, IPM, Pesticides Management, Plant Quarantine, Bio-security, SPS, Market access issue etc. Mission The mission of the NIPHM is to assist the States and the Government of India in increasing the efficiency of the existing pest and disease surveillance and control system, certification and accreditation systems through a core role as a training and adaptive research centre in the field of extension and policy developments related to plant protection. The NIPHM provides its services to organizations in both the public and the private sector. In addition to traditional training programmes, the NIPHM would also undertake projects, capacity building and studies in the plant health and quarantine area, including assessing market access potential, and other aspects related to the SPS agreement. Another key factor will be to develop an international role as a leading centre for plant protection and quarantine capacity building within the region for building capacity in neighboring countries. In the regional role, the Institute would focus on training of trainers rather than undertake large volume training programmes for students from other countries within the region. It is likely that such approaches would attract international/inter-governmental organizations which are aiming to foster enhanced biosecurity within the region.
Publish Date: 05-05-18
Description: Thrust Area: NIAM focuses on following areas 1 Agricultural Marketing system in States 2 Post Harvest Loss Reduction Aspects 3 Information Technology Application in Agricultural Marketing 4 Future and Forward Markets and Commodity Exchanges 5 Food Safety, Quality Certification & Standardization 6 Legal Reforms 7 Market Infrastructure 8 Modern Terminal Market and their operations and management 9 Public-Private Partnership and Channel Partners. 10 Ministry's Programmes and their Capacity Building 11 Organic, Medicinal and Aromatic Plants 12 Coop Marketing 13 Market Led Extension 14 Sanitary and Phyto-Sanitary Measures 15 Grading, Standardization & Certification 16 WTO 17 Warehousing and Storage
Publish Date: 05-05-18
Description: Mandate Basic and strategic research on management of abiotic stresses in crop plants, livestock, fishes and soil microorganisms Impart quality education in abiotic stress management and emerge as a Global Centre of Excellence Repository of information on abiotic stresses, mitigation strategies and acceptable policies for knowledge sharing and capacity building Develop linkages for holistic management of abiotic and biotic stress factors
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: Objectives With this background, the ICAR has launched a major Project entitled, National Initiative on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) during 2010-11 with an outlay of Rs.350 crores for the XI Plan with the following objectives. To enhance the resilience of Indian agriculture covering crops, livestock and fisheries to climatic variability and climate change through development and application of improved production and risk management technologies To demonstrate site specific technology packages on farmers’ fields for adapting to current climate risks To enhance the capacity building of scientists and other stakeholders in climate resilient agricultural research and its application.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: ABOUT NHM National Horticulture Mission (NHM) is being implemented in all the States and Union Territories of India except the North Eastern States, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and Uttaranchal (for which a separate Technology Mission for integrated development of horticulture exists) to promote holistic growth of the horticulture sector covering fruits,vegetables, roots and tuber crops, mushroom, spices, flowers, aromatic plants, cashew and cocoa. Programme for the development of coconut will be implemented by the Coconut Development Board (CDB), independent of the Mission. This will be a centrally sponsored scheme in which Government of India shall provide 100% assistance to the State Mission during Tenth plan. During the XI plan, the Government of India assistance will be 85% with 15% contribution by the State Governments. Facilities - Soil Testing - L/T Analysis - APC - Govt.Nurseries - Pvt. Nurseries - Bio Control
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: A National Horticulture Mission was launched in 2005-06 as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme to promote holistic growth of the horticulture sector through an area based regionally differentiated strategies. The scheme has been subsumed as a part of Mission for Integration Development of Horticulture (MIDH) during 2014-15. " Presently, India is the 2nd largest producer of fruits & vegetables in the world. "
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: Aims & Objectives of NHB Schemes The main objectives of the NHB are to improve integrated development of Horticulture industry and to help in coordinating, sustaining the production and processing of fruits and vegetables. Detailed objectives of the Board are as under:- Development of hi-tech commercial horticulture in identified belts and make such areas vibrant with horticultural activity, which in turn will act as hubs for development of horticulture. Development of modern post-harvest management infrastructure as an integral part of area expansion projects or as common facility for cluster of projects. Development of integrated, energy efficient cold chain infrastructure for fresh horticulture produce. Popularization of identified new technologies / tools / techniques for commercialization / adoption, after carrying out technology and need assessment. Assistance in securing availability of quality planting material by promoting setting up of scion and root stock banks / mother plant nurseries and carrying out accreditation / rating of horticulture nurseries and need based imports of planting material. Promotion and market development of fresh horticulture produce. Promotion of field trials of newly developed/imported planting materials and other farm inputs; production technology; PHM protocols, INM and IPM protocols and promotion of applied R&D programmes for commercialization of proven technology. Promotion of Farm Mechanization in Horticulture through demonstration and its uses at farmers field level to reduce labour cost and increase the productivity of Horticulture crops. Promotion of applied R & D for standardizing PHM protocols, prescribing critical storage conditions for fresh horticulture produce, bench marking of technical standards for cold chain infrastructure etc. Transfer of technology to producers/farmers and service providers such as gardeners, nurserymen, farm level skilled workers, operators in cold storages, work force carrying out post harvest management including processing of fresh horticulture produce and to the master trainers.etc.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: Our Activities: NHEC is pioneer since its inception, from 1974 and all the time leader in manufacturing sugar processing machinery and commissioning turnkey sugar plants. Today NHEC has spread its wings over the many parts of the globe and has established itself as one of the largest manufacturers of sugar processing machinery, turnkey sugar plant supplier and also in other heavy material handling equipment manufacturing activity.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: The National Development Council (NDC) in its 53rd meeting held on 29th May, 2007 adopted a resolution to launch a Food Security Mission comprising rice, wheat and pulses to increase the production of rice by 10 million tons, wheat by 8 million tons and pulses by 2 million tons by the end of the Eleventh Plan (2011-12). Accordingly, a Centrally Sponsored Scheme, 'National Food Security Mission' (NFSM), was launched in October 2007. The Mission is being continued during 12th Five Year Plan with new targets of additional production of food grains of 25 million tons of food grains comprising of 10 million tons rice, 8 million tons of wheat, 4 million tons of pulses and 3 million tons of coarse cereals by the end of 12th Five Year Plan. The National Food Security Mission (NFSM) during the 12th Five Year Plan will have five components (i) NFSM- Rice; (ii) NFSM-Wheat; (iii) NFSM-Pulses, (iv) NFSM-Coarse cereals and (v) NFSM-Commercial Crops.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: Facilities Experimental Dairy Community Centre Guest House/Scientist Home Staff Club Communication Centre Human Health Complex Services Consultancy Training Analytical Services Available Databases National Collection of Dairy Cultures Expected Producing Ability Availability of Male Germplasm National Library in Dairying Database of NDRI Thesis Technology Business Incubator(TBI) Extension Dairy Extension Division Agricultural Technology Information (ATIC) Krishi Vigyan Kendra Technology Business Incubator(TBI) Communication Centre
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: NCCT shall have the following functions :- To formulate overall policies and plans relating to cooperative training; To organize and direct arrangements in regard to the training of personnel employed in the cooperative departments and cooperative institutions in the country; To assess periodically the needs of training for cooperative personnel to facilitate planning and designing of training arrangements (such assessment may preferably be for the Five Year Plan periods); To keep effective liaison with and coordinate the activities of Government of India, financing institutions, universities including agricultural universities, University Grants Commission, international agencies like the International Cooperative Alliance, etc., in matters relating to cooperative training; To establish and manage cooperative training institutions; To identify the problem areas of cooperative requiring research and organize research studies, to establish and manage cooperative research institutions; To arrange for training of teaching staff of cooperative training institutions; (viii) To ensure maintenance of high academic standards in cooperative education and training in various institutes in the country and suggest syllabi and standards of examinations for different courses; To promote education in cooperation in schools and colleges and for this purpose to suggest syllabi and standards of examination and arrange publication of standard text books on cooperation; To explore the possibility of obtaining recognition for Vaikunth Mehta National Institute of Cooperative Management as an institution of national importance or explore the possibility of its recognition as deemed to be university; To evaluate the various courses in cooperative training and suggest measures for improvement; To arrange for provision on consultancy services to cooperatives particularly on problems of management and To raise funds by way of grants, fees, subscriptions and contributions from Central Government, Cooperatives and other Institutions.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: Genesis The National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) was established by an Act of Parliament in 1963 as a statutory Corporation under the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare. Functions Planning, promoting and financing programmes for production, processing, marketing, storage, export and import of agricultural produce, food stuffs, certain other notified commodities e.g. fertilisers, insecticides, agricultural machinery, lac, soap, kerosene oil, textile, rubber etc., supply of consumer goods and collection, processing, marketing, storage and export of minor forest produce through cooperatives, besides income generating stream of activities such as poultry, dairy, fishery, sericulture, handloom etc. NCDC Act has been further amended which will broad base the area of operation of the Corporation to assist different types of cooperatives and to expand its financial base. NCDC will now be able to finance projects in the rural industrial cooperative sectors and for certain notified services in rural areas like water conservation, irrigation and micro irrigation, agri-insurance, agro-credit, rural sanitation, animal health, etc. Loans and grants are advanced to State Governments for financing primary and secondary level cooperative societies and direct to the national level and other societies having objects extending beyond one State. Now, the Corporation can also go in for direct funding of projects under its various schemes of assistance on fulfillment of stipulated conditions.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: National Project on Organic Farming National Project on Organic Farming (NPOF) is a continuing central sector scheme since 10th Five Year Plan. Planning Commission approved the scheme as PILOT project for the remaining two and half years of 10th plan period with effect from 01.10.2004 with an outlay of Rs. 57.04 crore. The scheme is continuing in the 12th Plan. NPOF is being implemented by National Centre of Organic Farming at Ghaziabad and its six Regional Centres at Bangalore, Bhubaneshwar, Panchkula, Imphal, Jabalpur and Nagpur. Besides working for realisation of targets under NPOF, NCOF and RCOFs are also performing specific roles in promotion of organic farming. Our Objectives Promotion of organic farming in the country through technical capacity building of all the stakeholders including human resource development, transfer of technology, promotion and production of quality organic and biological inputs. Awareness creation and publicity through print and electronic media. To act as nodal quality control laboratory for analysis of biofertilizers and organic fertilizers as per the requirement of Fertilizer Control Order (FCO, 1985). Revision of standards and testing protocols keeping in view the advances in research and technology and bringing remaining organic inputs under quality control regime. Organic input resource management, technology development through support to research and market development. To maintain National and Regional culture collection bank of biofertilizer, biocontrol, waste decomposer organisms for supply to production units, development & procurement and efficacy evaluation of biofertilizer strains and mother cultures. Promotion of Organic Farming through low cost certification system known as “Participatory Guarantee System”. NPOF scheme provides financial assistance through Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme (CISS) for agro-waste compost production units, bio-fertilizers/bio-pesticides production units, development and implementation of quality control regime, human resource development, etc.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: Mandate Information and Communications Technology (ICT) based surveillance, monitoring of pest population, research and promotion of pest smart IPM technologies for major crops. On farm validation of IPM technologies, forging linkages with commodity based crop research Institutes, AICRP/ AINP and capacity building. Facilities Available Agricultural Research Information System (ARIS) Cell Geographic Information System (GIS) Lab NCIPM Library Diagnostic Lab
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: The Task Force on cold chain development in India had suggested in its report to establish a National Centre for Cold Chain Development (NCCD) in India as an autonomous centre for excellence to be established as a registered society to work in close collaboration with industry and other stake holders to promote and develop integrated cold chain in India for perishable F&V and other perishable allied agri – commodities to reduce wastages and improve the gains to farmers and consumers substantially. Objective : I. To recommend standards and protocols for cold chain infrastructure/building including post harvest management so as to harmonize with international standards and best practices and suggest mechanism for benchmarking and certification of infrastructure/building, process and services provided by cold chain industry. II. To suggest indicative guidelines for preparation of project reports for potential investors/entrepreneurs. III. To assess and develop appropriate IT-based management information system for the cold chain infrastructure IV. To undertake and coordinate Research and Development (R&D) work required for development of cold chain industry in consultation with stakeholders. V. To undertake and coordinate the task of Human Resource Development (HRD) and capacity building. It may also conduct in-house training, short-term/long courses relevant for cold chain development. VI. To launch publicity campaign to educate the stakeholders including awareness building about the benefits of integrated cold chain. VII. To recommend appropriate policy framework relating to development of cold chain. VIII. To facilitate and foster the development of multi-modal transportation facilities for perishable agricultural, horticultural and allied commodities and establishment of National Green Grid Perishable Commodities.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: Mandate 1. Policy oriented research on (a) technology generation, diffusion and impact, (b) sustainable agricultural production systems, (c) interaction between technology and other policy instruments like incentives, investments, institutions, trade, etc. 2. Strengthen agricultural economics and policy research and teaching capability in state agricultural universities and ICAR deemed universities. 3. Enhance ICAR participation in agricultural policy decisions. Vision Efficient, sustainable and equitable agriculture and rural development. Mission Promote science led agricultural growth and development with the motto that even the best can be improved. Goals Articulate the relevance of Agricultural Economics and Policy research inputs in planning and enhancing its uptake by various stakeholders. Objectives Evaluate policy options for efficient, sustainable and equitable agriculture and rural development. To serve as Centre of excellence in agricultural economics and policy research and teaching/training Strategies Design and implement agriculture policy research, training and policy interfacing programs focusing on A. Research Policy studies on contemporary agricultural R&D issues own, collaborative, consultancy Modeling B. Strengthening agricultural economics and policy research (i) Capacity development by - Facilitation, networking and dissemination of information (ii) Training
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: The National Cadet Corps is headed by a Director General, an Army Officer of the rank of Lieutanant General, who is responsible for the functioning of the National Cadet Corps in the country through the parade.National Cadet Corps Headquarters situated at Delhi. At the State Level, the country has been divided into 16 Directorates covering all States and Union Territories. Each of the State National Cadet Corps Directorate Headquarters controls two to fourteen Group Headquarters. While Directorates are commanded by Brigadiers or their equivalents, the Groups are commanded by Colonels or equivalents from the Air Force and the Navy, NCC Units are commanded by Major/Lieutenant Colonel or their equivalents. The National Cadet Corps came into existence on 16th Jul, 1948 under the NCC Act XXXI of 1948 under the Ministry of Defence with the following aims :- To develop character, comradeship, ideals of service and capacity for leadership in the youth of the country. To stimulate interest in the defense of the country, by providing service training to youth. To build up a reserve to enable the Armed Forces to expand rapidly in a national emergeny. Our Services International Day of Yoga Up-loading of audit report in ro mandatory disclosure of RTI
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: Vision: Assessment and conservation of fish genetic resources for intellectual property protection, sustainable utilization and posterity Mission: Collection, Cataloguing, and documentation of fish genetic resources using operational strategies of partnership and cutting edge technologies. Mandate: u Exploration, characterization and cataloguing of fish genetic resources. u Maintenance and preservation of fish genetic resources for conservation and utilization of prioritized species.. u Evaluation of indigenous and exotic germplasm including risk assessment and fish health.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: NBAGR Mandate Identification, Evaluation, Characterization, Conservation and sustainable Utilization of Livestock and Poultry Genetic Resources. Coordination and capacity building in animal genetic resources management and policy issues. NBAGR Objectives To conduct systematic surveys to characterise, evaluate and catalogue farm livestock and poultry genetic resources and to establish their National Data Base. To design methodologies for ex situ conservation and in situ management and optimal utilization of farm animal genetic resources. To undertake studies on genetic characterisation using modern biological techniques such as molecular cytogenetics, Immunology, DNA Fingerprinting, RFLP analysis etc. To conduct training programmes as related to evaluation, characterisation and utilisation of animal genetic resources.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: National Bureau of Agriculturally Important Microorganisms (NBAIM) was established through a funded project sponsored by the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture (Government of India) in the IX Plan in 2001 under the auspices of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). Initially, the bureau started functioning at Old NBPGR Building, New Delhi and then shifted to Kusmaur, Mau Nath Bhanjan, Uttar Pradesh on 1st June, 2004. Mandate: "To act as the nodal Institute at national level for acquisition and management of indigenous and exotic microbial genetic resources for food and agriculture, and to carry out related research and human resource development, for sustainable growth of agriculture" Objectives: Exploration and Collection of Agriculturally Important Microorganisms (AIMs) Identification, characterization and documentation of AIMs Conservation, maintenance and utilization of AIMs Surveillance of indigenous/exotic AIMs Microbial diversity and systematics Human resource development
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: The Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India launched a Central Sector Scheme titled 'Development of Beekeeping for Improving Crop Productivity' during the VIII plan (1994-95). OBJECTIVES: Overall development of scientific beekeeping in India by popularizing state of the art technologies through the governmental schemes of National Horticulture Mission and Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States in the country. Development of nucleus stock production, capacity building programmes and training of bee breeders and beekeepers, processing, research work, etc. and conducting of seminars. Dissemination of information on technological advancement in the field of beekeeping through its various publications and the quarterly magazine “Bee World”. Initiating steps for quality honey production and other bee hive products for overseas and domestic markets besides enhancing productivity of various crops through bee pollination. Increasing the employment opportunity in rural sector and thus enhancing the ancillary income of the beekeepers & farmers.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: MISSION With a view to harness the potential of bamboo crop, Department of Agriculture & Cooperation (DAC), Ministry of Agriculture is implementing a 100% Centrally Sponsored Scheme called Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) in which National Bamboo Mission (NBM) is being implemented as a sub scheme. The Mission envisages promoting holistic growth of bamboo sector by adopting area-based, regionally differentiated strategy and to increase the area under bamboo cultivation and marketing. Under the Mission, steps have been taken to increase the availability of quality planting material by supporting the setting up of new nurseries and strengthening of existing ones. To address forward integration, the Mission is taking steps to strengthen marketing of bamboo products, especially those of handicraft items. MISSION OBJECTIVES To promote the growth of the bamboo sector through as an area based regionally differentiated strategy; To increase the coverage of area under bamboo in potential areas, with improved varieties to enhance yields; To promote marketing of bamboo and bamboo based handicrafts; To establish convergence and synergy among stake-holders for the development of bamboo; To promote, develop and disseminate technologies through a seamless blend of traditional wisdom and modern scientific knowledge. To generate employment opportunities for skilled and unskilled persons, especially unemployed youths.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: National Agriculture Market (NAM) is a pan-India electronic trading portal which networks the existing APMC mandis to create a unified national market for agricultural commodities. The NAM Portal provides a single window service for all APMC related information and services. This includes commodity arrivals & prices, buy & sell trade offers, provision to respond to trade offers, among other services. While material flow (agriculture produce) continue to happen through mandis, an online market reduces transaction costs and information asymmetry. Objectives of NAM 1. A national e-market platform for transparent sale transactions and price discovery initially in regulated markets. Willing States to accordingly enact suitable provisions in their APMC Act for promotion of e-trading by their State Agricultural Marketing Board/APMC. 2. Liberal licensing of traders / buyers and commission agents by State authorities without any pre-condition of physical presence or possession of shop /premises in the market yard. 3. One license for a trader valid across all markets in the State. etc.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: OUR MISSION To provide top quality training to the Stake Holders of cooperatives. To offer Professional Management Education to the Student Community To extend Research and Consultancy Services to the Cooperatives OUR VISION NICM serves as Resource Centre for professionalization of cooperatives and community enrichment NICM helps learners who are “Good” at what they do become “Excellent” OUR VALUE We are committed to honouring, respecting and caring for the worth of one another by being professional, fair, honest and communicative. The development of our teaching and learning environment is a responsibility we share. OUR GOALS We are committed to honouring, respecting and caring for the worth of one another by being professional, fair, honest and communicative. The development of our teaching and learning environment is a responsibility we share.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: As per TRAI data of May, 2014, though there are about 38 crore mobile telephone connections in rural areas, internet penetration in the countryside is still abysmally low (in single digit percentage). Therefore, mobile messaging is the most effective tool so far having pervasive outreach to nearly 8.93 crore farm families. mKisan SMS Portal for farmers enables all Central and State government organizations in agriculture and allied sectors to give information/services/advisories to farmers by SMS in their language, preference of agricultural practices and location. As part of agricultural extension (extending research from lab to the field), under the National e-Governance Plan - Agriculture (NeGP-A), various modes of delivery of services have been envisaged. These include internet, touch screen kiosks, agri-clinics, private kiosks, mass media, Common Service Centres, Kisan Call Centres, and integrated platforms in the departmental offices coupled with physical outreach of extension personnel equipped with pico-projectors and hand held devices. However, mobile telephony (with or without internet) is the most potent and omnipresent tool of agricultural extension. These messages are specific to farmers' specific needs & relevance at a particular point of time and generate heavy inflow of calls in the Kisan Call Centres where people call up to get supplementary information. SMS PortalSMS Portal for Farmers has empowered all Central and State Government Organizations in Agriculture & Allied sectors (including State Agriculture Universities, Krishi Vigyan Kendras, Agromet Forecasts Units of India Meteorological Department, ICAR Institutes, Organization in Animal Husbandry, Dairying & Fisheries etc.) to give information/services/advisories to farmers by SMS in their language, preference of agricultural practices and locations.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: A Centrally Sponsored Scheme of MIDH has been launched for the holistic development of horticulture in the country during XII plan. The scheme, which has taken take off from 2014-15, integrates the ongoing schemes of National Horticulture Mission, Horticulture Mission for North East & Himalayan States, National Bamboo Mission, National Horticulture Board, Coconut Development Board and Central Institute for Horticulture, Nagaland.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: About MNCFC Mahalanobis National Crop Forecast Centre (MNCFC) is an attached office of Department of Agriculture & Cooperation, Ministry of Agriculture,Government of India. It was inaugurated on 23rd April, 2012 by Hon'ble Agriculture Minister. The Centre has been established to provide in-season crop forecasts and assessment of drought situation using state of the art techniques and methodologies developed by Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Objectives Multiple forecasts for 11 major crops at National/State/District level. Operationalization of methods developed by Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) with respect FASAL and NADAMS project. Inclusion of additional crops in crop forecasts and sub-district level moderate to high resolution drought assessment in the country in collaboration with ISRO. Development and refinement of approach of crop forecasts and drought assessment based on trends in satellite and related technologies. Repository of database related to crop forecasts and drought assessments generated from different sources such as India Meteorological Department, Institute of Economic Growth and State Agricultural Authorities, etc. Assimilation of crop forecast results from other programmes, related to flood, drought etc. Evolution of Centre towards use of Geomatics in other aspects of agriculture, such as Cropping System, Horticulture, Soil and its Health, Rainfed Area Assessment & Management, estimation of Damage due to Natural Calamities. Working towards assessment of crop prospect at Global level.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: The Madhusudan Institute of Co-operative Management (MICM) is one of the premier Management Institute of the state established in the year 1955-56. The MICM is functioning under the aegis of National Council for Co-operative Training (NCCT), New Delhi, being financed by the Ministry of Agriculture, (Department of Co-operation) Government of India. The basic objective of the Institute is to develop human resources for efficient management by organising various management training programmes. MICM offers various Diploma courses and MDPs for the personnel working in Cooperative institutions and employees of cooperation and allied department of Government of Orissa. MICM is located in the heart of Bhubaneswar, the Capital City of Orissa, having its own sprawling campus located at Unit-8, Bhubaneswar which includes administrative block, class rooms, staff quarters and 150 seated hostel. The Bhubaneswar Airport (Biju Patnaik International Airport), Railway Station, Main Bus Stand, Hospital, Post Office are located about distance of 4-8km. from the institute. During these years from 1956 it has passed through many phases and has earned its name as a successful business school of management by offering a two year full-time MBA programme since 1997-98.
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Description: ग्रामीण भारत जहाँ देश की 70% जनता रहती है कुल कृषको में 80% लघु एवं सीमान्त कृषक है उनके उत्थान के लिए जमीनी स्तर पर आकड़ो के संयोजन एवं वास्तविक आकड़ो पर योजनाएँ बनाने तथा उर्वरक बीज सब्सिडी आदि सुविधाएँ पारदर्शी रूप से किसानो को डायरेक्ट पहुँचाने की आवश्यकता है इस कार्य के लिए ग्राम स्तर पर किसानो का एक डेटाबेस बनाया जाना आवश्यक है जनपद गोंडा में न्याय पंचायत स्तर पर पी0पी0पी मॉडल के तहत 265 लोकवाणी केंद्र स्थापित है जिनके पास ICT infrastructure उपलब्ध है जिनकी मदद से इस कार्य को किया जा सकता है किसानो का डाटा बेस बन जाने से निम्न लाभ होगें- * उर्वरकों बीजों के वास्तविक माँग उत्पादन प्राप्त हो सकेगें। * माँग के अनुसार उर्वरक/बीजो का कोआपरेटिव/ रिटेल विक्रेताओं के माध्यम से प्रत्येक किसानो को आवंटित किया जा सकेगा। * जिला/राज्य स्तर पर उर्वरको/बीजो की माँग/ वितरण को मानीटरिंग हो सकेगी। * कर्इ तरह की Analysis की जा सकेगी जैसे कौन-2 से Fertilizer की किस -2 क्षेत्र में क्या खपत है। * Transparent System - कोर्इ भी Citizen से लेकर शासन तक उर्वरक, बीज आदि किस विभाग/कोआपरेटिव सोसाइटीज/ किसान को किस मात्रा में आवंटित हो रहा है, देख सकता हैै एवं माँग कर सकता है। * Area wise उत्पादन के आधार पर फसलों की खरीद हेतु टोकन व्यवस्था। * सूखा बाढ़ राहत मैनेजमेंट - क्षेत्रवार बोये गये फसल का क्षेत्रफल जनपद स्तर पर उपलब्ध होने से सूखाबाढ़ आदि आपदाओं में राहत सीधे किसानों के खाते में तुरन्त स्थानान्तरित की जा सकेगी। * कुल होने वाली फसलवार पैदावार की वास्तविक गणना हो सकेगी। * कृषि उत्पादन हेतु बीज, उर्वरक, पौध संरक्षण औषधियाँ, कृषि यंत्र आदि ससमय उचित मूल्य पर उपलब्ध कराया जा सकेगा। * SMS Alert के माध्यम से मौसम, मण्डी भाव, फसलों के रोग व उपचार, आपदा, शासकीय योजनाओं व कार्यक्रमों की जानकारी नि:शुल्क उपलब्ध करायी जायेगी। * शिकायतो का निस्तारण त्वरित गति से किया जा सकेगा। * किसानो को Soil Health/Soil Testing/ पशुपालन प्रबंधन के बारे में जानकारी दिया जा सकेगा। * किसानो को फसलों, कृषि उपकरण, प्रशिक्षण आदि के बारे मे जानकारी प्राप्त कराया जायेगा। * उक्त डाटाबेस का प्रयोग बैंक किसान क्रडिट कार्ड व बीमा कम्पनियां फसल बीमा के लिए प्रयोग कर सकेंगे। * उक्त डाटाबेस का प्रयोग किसान की फसलों की खरीद हेतु Area wise उत्पादन के आधार पर टोकन व्यवस्था के लिए किया जा सकता है।
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Description: Facilities : Lab Facilities Equipment Facilities 1. Agricultural statistics 2. Entomology 3. Plant breeding 4. Plant pathology 5. Soil science
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Description: The Institute of Cooperative Management, Pune was privileged in to have the association and guidance of eminent and well known cooperators like late Shri. Vaikunthbhabi Mehta, Prof. D. G. Karve and Prof. D. R. Gadgil (Deputy Chairpersons of the Planning Commission) at different stage of its development. The Institute is continuously on the move to keep pace with the development in the Cooperative sector, New programmes are being developed to meet the specific requirements of the user organisations. Inspite of infrastrucural limitations the Institute has successfully conducted Management Development Programmes of different types and durations and as many as trainee officers passed through the portals of this Institute every year. The Institute of Cooperative Management, Pune was privileged in to have the association and guidance of eminent and well known cooperators like late Shri. Vaikunthbhabi Mehta, Prof. D. G. Karve and Prof. D. R. Gadgil (Deputy Chairpersons of the Planning Commission) at different stage of its development. The Institute is continuously on the move to keep pace with the development in the Cooperative sector, New programmes are being developed to meet the specific requirements of the user organisations. Inspite of infrastrucural limitations the Institute has successfully conducted Management Development Programmes of different types and durations and as many as trainee officers passed through the portals of this Institute every year.
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Description: The Institute of Cooperative Management, Madurai was started during 1983. The Institute is having national network through one National Institute known as Vaikunth Mehta National Institute of Cooperative Management, (VAMNICOM) Pune, Five Regional Institutes of Cooperative Management and 14 Institutes all over the country.
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Description: A brief history The institute is one of the oldest Cooperative training institutes in the country. It was previously called as Cooperative Training College , and was situated at Kota. It was established in 1956, under the ageis of the Central Committee for Cooperative Training constituted by the Reserve Bank of India . Later in 1962 with the handing over of the training programme to the National Cooperative Union of India, this college came under the administrative and financial control of the National Cooperative Union of India, New Delhi. The institute was shifted from Kota to Jaipur in the year 1977. Earlier the institute was functioning in a rented building at Thawaria House, Bani Park,Jaipur. In 1990 the college shifted to its own campus at Jhalana Doongri. In 1992 the college was renamed as Institute of Cooperative Management (ICM). The Institute is in existence for more than 50 years catering to the training, research and consultancy needs of cooperative and allied sectors. OUR VISION Securing excellence for cooperatives in diverse fields/ activities including agriculture, allied areas, extension, rural development, information technology and international trade etc. by strengthening the professional, entrepreneurial and management capabilities of the institutions to meet the challenges posed by Globalisation and free market economy and various problems that beset the cooperative sector. OUR MISSION Achieving excellence for the cooperatives in the emerging and innovative areas/ chosen fields of specialisation, ensuring high academic standards to offer globally, seamless, highly professional, research based and technology driven higher education programmes.
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Description: ABOUT: The Institute of Cooperative Management (ICM), Imphal was established in 1988, which is one of the 19(nineteen) such institutes in India under the aegis of the National Council for Cooperative Training (NCCT), New Delhi (under the umbrella of National Cooperative Union of India, New Delhi), which is fully funded by the Ministry of Agriculture, Department of Cooperation, Government of India. FUNCTIONS: ICM, Imphal is dedicated to three functional areas: A. Training B. Research and C. Consultancy OBJECTIVES: The focal objective of this Institute is to develop human resources through catering need-based trainings to the manpower of State Governments of Manipur, Mizoram and Nagaland, cooperative organisations, NGOs, private enterprises/undertakings and individuals for fitting themselves in the competitive business environment. The specific objectives are:- A. To cater training needs to the personnel of governmental organisations, cooperative organisations, NGOs and private enterprises. B. To culture value-based professional management in all sectors and sub-sectors including cooperatives, NGOs, enterprises etc. C. To conduct action research, problem research and policy based research from time to time for finding the management solutions to the governmental and non-governmental organisations/ institutions/enterprises. D. To render management and project consultancy services to the user organisations/institutions. E. To take up socio-economic development projects in the context of sustainable development of the N.E. Region and the nation.
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Description: VISION *Improve the decision-making skills and administrative competence of practicing managers in the cooperative sector. *Provide Educational facilities for young men and women seeking career in management&other Cooperative Sector Diplomas. *Carry out applied research and disseminate the importance through publication in addition to library retrieval and documentation services. *Assist organizations in solving their management problems by providing technical consultancy sevices. *Participate in and contribute to the formulation of policy for cooperatives. *Collaborate with other Institutions in India and aboard to further its objectives. MISSION The mission of ICM is to facilitate building cadres of professional managers to man key position in the ever-growing number of cooperatives,through management development,training, education, reseach and consultancy. Hence it can be said that ICM has been functioning as an intellectual nerve centre for the cooperative movement but also rural development as well as different types of enterprise.The Institute is catering to the needs of various cooperative organizations,government departments, NGOs and other national and state Institutes as well as other organizations.
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Description: Mission Institute of Cooperative Management, Bhopal is one of the Institutes under administrative control of National Council for Cooperative Training and Funded by Ministry of Agriculture, New Delhi. This institute is supervised by local management committee for day to day affairs. Institute has good infrastructure to impart management education and cooperative training. This institute is pioneer in cooperative education. Management committee always belief in rejuvenating cooperative sector of state and prioritize the development as per aspiration of its members and state government policy. Institute will make all efforts to bring professional management, influence the decision making procedure and fulfill the aspiration of stakeholders. Institute of Cooperative Management, Bhopal is one of the Institutes under administrative control of National Council for Cooperative Training and Funded by Ministry of Agriculture, New Delhi. This institute is supervised by local management committee for day to day affairs. Institute has good infrastructure to impart management education and cooperative training. This institute is pioneer in cooperative education. Management committee always belief in rejuvenating cooperative sector of state and prioritize the development as per aspiration of its members and state government policy. Institute will make all efforts to bring professional management, influence the decision making procedure and fulfill the aspiration of stakeholders. Vision To guide the personnel’s of cooperatives, allied departments and cooperative organization situated in Madhya Pradesh & Chhattisgarh in improving their managerial skills in the respective organizations and help to achieve the objective of cooperative through adaptation of modern managerial techniques through development of human resources in cooperatives by empowered managers who would pioneer new managerial practices and set new standards; by inducting professional attitude that will generate new ideas of significance.
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Description: VISION “Achieving excellence by ensuring high academic standards based on Technology driven Training Program to the cooperative Management in Uttarakhand." Mission “To Establish the Institution with the Promise of Excellence in Cooperative Management Rural Development and Information Technology to Strengthen the Cooperation Movement through Trained to Human Capabilities.” While World class core faculty has been the strength of the MBA programme, new researches on teaching Methods has given the additional desired strength.The institute follows the best practice of world class management institutes like Harvard, California, Oxford Cambridge,Massachusetts, IIMS etc.
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Description: MISSION The objective of this institute is to inject professionalisation of Management in the Co-operative enterprises. From the very beginning the institute has been acting as a nodal agency for the various training, research and consultancy needs of the Co-operative institutions and department in the state. It also serves as a think tank to sort-out the specific problems of the co-operatives in this state. MAJOR FUNCTIONS: The institute offers need based job oriented training programmes suiting to the target group of officers of government department and co-operative institutions. The annual calendar of programmes is finalised in the expert group meeting headed by the Registrar of Co-operative Societies wherein the other functional departments heads are also invited. Every year we have to conduct minimum 71 programmes spreading over to 86 training weeks and train minimum 2100 participants. This 71 programmes includes core diplomas like Higher Diploma in Co-operative management 26 weeks, Handloom Diploma, Industrial Diploma, LDB Diploma of twelve weeks and Certificate Programme in Computer applications. In addition to the above Diplomas, we conduct MDPs/ EDPs as per requirement and need of the co-operatives department/ organisations and allied agencies related to the state in the areas of co-operation and management. To add to this, we also organise seminars, workshops and conferences to discuss the latest issues emerging in the field Co-operation and its management. From the year 2004-2005 institute has started M.B.A. programme with the capacity of 60 participants. In addition to training activities the institute also undertakes Research studies, Case studies and Consultancy service to the problems related to various fields of management.
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Description: Major goals of the Agriculture University are : Developing excellent and intellectual human resources for the State and Nation. Revolutionize the state agriculture applying need based and diversified technologies in state. Increasing overall agricultural education status and production and productivity of the state. Fast and sustainable development of agricultural science and technologies. Establishing and advocating new but novel sources of income to the farmer's community of the state. Objective 1. Teaching 2. Research 3. Extension
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Description: Mandate Basic, applied and strategic research on genetic resource management, crop improvement, crop production and protection technologies for enhanced production of safe spices. Transfer of technology, capacity building and impact assessment of technologies. Coordinate research and validation of technologies under AICRP on Spices Mandate Crops Black pepper (Piper nigrum) Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Turmeric (Curcuma longa) Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) Vanilla (Vanilla planifolia) Clove (Syzygium aromaticum) Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) Paprika (Capsicum annuum) Garcinia (Garcinia gummi-gutta and
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Description: The mandate 1. To undertake basic and applied research for developing strategies to enhance productivity and utilization of tropical and sub-tropical horticulture crops viz., fruits, vegetables, ornamentals, medicinal and aromatic plants and mushrooms. 2. To serve as a repository of scientific information relevant to horticulture. 3. To act as a centre for training for up gradation of scientific manpower in modern technologies for horticulture production and 4. To collaborate with national and international agencies in achieving the above objectives. Services Available Agriculture Technology Information Center Farmers’ Advisory services Diagnostics Supply of Video Films Supply of Publications Supply of Computer floppies and print outs Supply of seeds
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Description: The following Services are being provided by library: 1. On-line Catalogue 2. Developing Library Network ( DELNET) 3. British Council Library 4. CD-ROM / CD-ROM Databases 5, New Arrivals 6. Internet Surfing 7 CeRA ( NAIP) 8 Open Access Portals /Journals 9. On-line Borrowers profile with borrowing details 10. Reprographic Services 11. ICAR at Glance e-Granthalaya: A Digital Agenda for Library Automaion and Networking, is a Library Management Software designed and developed by the National Informatics Centre, Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Government of India. The e-Granthalaya is provided at zero cost to the Indian Libraries along with the training and support provided by the District and State Centres of NIC. For more details logon to: http://egranthalaya.nic.in
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Description: The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) is an autonomous organisation under the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare , Government of India. Formerly known as Imperial Council of Agricultural Research, it was established on 16 July 1929 as a registered society under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 in pursuance of the report of the Royal Commission on Agriculture. The ICAR has its headquarters at New Delhi. The Council is the apex body for co-ordinating, guiding and managing research and education in agriculture including horticulture, fisheries and animal sciences in the entire country. With 101 ICAR institutes and 71 agricultural universities spread across the country this is one of the largest national agricultural systems in the world.
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Description: Vision Statistics and ICT for enriching the quality of Agricultural Research Mission Undertake research, education and training in Agricultural Statistics and Computer Applications for Agricultural Research Mandate To undertake basic, applied adaptive, strategic and anticipatory research in Agricultural Statistics and related fields and use these researches in meeting challenges and improving quality of agricultural research. To conduct post-graduate teaching and in-service, customized and sponsored training courses in Agricultural Statistics and Computer Applications at National and International level so as to be a leading centre of excellence in Human Resource Development. To provide methodological support in strengthening National Agricultural Statistics System by establishing linkages with State departments of agriculture and allied fields, other research institutions, industry, etc. To lead in development of Agricultural Knowledge Management and Information System for National Agricultural Research System. To provide advisory and consultancy services for strengthening the National Agricultural Research System and undertaking sponsored research and consultancy for National and International organizations.
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Description: Mandate Basic, strategic and anticipatory research in field and horticultural crops for enhanced productivity and quality. Research in frontier areas to develop resource use efficient integrated crop management technologies for sustainable agricultural production system. Serve as centre for academic excellence in the areas of post-graduate and human resources development in agricultural science. Provide national leadership in agricultural research, education, extension and technology assessment and transfer by developing new concepts and approaches and serving as a national referral point for quality and standards. Objectives Emphasize utilization of global plant genetic resources, including conservation of agriculturally important microbial, cyanobacterial and insect resources, to produce efficient, productive and stable genotypes of crops, especially hybrids and improve bioenergenetics. Generate Knowledge related to the processes of production and productivity of agricultural crops leading to the development of research philosophies, concepts, methodologies, materials and technologies. Develop and use systems approach, crop modelling, bioindicators, nuclear tools, remote sensing and GIS to achieve greater understanding of the production systems, the resources, the environment and their sustainability and modify them to reduce the environmental and human health risks to make them more sustainable in the context of holistic ecological and socio-economic systems Pay greater attention to the problems of agriculture under unfavourable conditions and to orphan commodities. Foster excellence in agriculture related to basic and social sciences, strengthen synergism between traditional knowledge and modern science, and harness management sciences and communication systems for improving overall efficiency.
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Description: Agro Advisory Service Agro Meteorological Advisory Service (AAS) rendered by India Meteorological Department (IMD), Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) is a mechanism to apply relevant meteorological information to help the farmer make the most efficient use of natural resources, with the aim of improving agricultural production, both in quality and quantity and to minimize the impact of adverse weather on crops and to make use of favorable weather to boost agricultural production. Advisory content varied with location, season, weather, crop condition, and local management practices. The advisories also served as an early warning function, alerting producers to the implications of various weather events such as extreme temperatures, heavy rains, floods, and strong winds etc.
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Description: The ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Tripura Centre was established by Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi with its headquarter at Umroi Road, Umiam (Barapani), Shillong in 1975 at Lembucherra, 12km away from the capital town, Agartala. Late S. Govindaswami was appointed as the first Joint Director of this centre. During last 34 years four Joint Directors have served in this centre ICAR Research Complex The centre is established with mandate to provide adequate research base in the domain of agriculture, horticulture, animal and fisheries for the collection and preservation of cultivated or wild germplasm in crops, animals and fisheries for their subsequent utilization in improvement programme and to disseminate viable technology among farming community. The Centre over a short span of its existence has developed technologies with identification of high yielding varieties of agro- horticulture crops, production and protection technologies and soil characterisation relevant to the state. The centre has also developed and introduced suitable strains of poultry, rabbit, pig and goat as components for uplifting the economic levels of the local masses. ‘Farming System Research’ has generated significant interest among the development workers and farmers of the state.
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Description: Towards the end of IX plan, the ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region (ICAR-RCER), Patna was established with a mandate to address diverse issues relating to agricultural production in eastern states of India. The institute came into existence on 22nd February, 2001 with its headquarter at Patna and its regional stations at Darbhanga, Bihar and Ranchi, Jharkhand. Two KVKs at Buxar, Bihar and Ramgrah, Jharkhand are also attached to the Complex. Since establishment, the institute has undertaken research work in the areas of land and water resources management, crop, horticulture, aquatic crops, fishery, livestock and poultry, agro-processing and socio-economic aspects for agricultural development in the region so as to improve the livelihood of resource poor farmers.
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Description: Division of Insect Systematics Division Mandate Augmentation of collections and maintenance of a national repository. Biosystematic studies on insects, spiders and mites using traditional and molecular approaches and DNA barcoding. Generation of checklists, catalogues, illustrated field identification guides and digitization of collections, networking of institutions and individuals working on biosystematics and identification services. Classical biological control, biosecurity, threat perception with action-plan for alien pests. Division of Molecular Entomology Division Mandate Whole genome sequencing of some important insects and entomopathogenic nematodes. Gene and allele mining for the selection of genes of specific interest and their utilization. RNAi technology for IPM. Genome sequence repository for useful genes. Endosymbionts and determination of their functional role. Use of bioinformatics tools and development of genomic databases. Division of Insect Ecology Division Mandate Utilization of agriculturally important arthropods for the management of insect pests. Development of protocols and designs for the establishment of state of art mass production units for beneficial. Introduction of beneficial quarantine and post-release monitoring. Effect of climate change. Role of pollinators in crop productivity. Role of semio-chemicals for insect pest management. Studies on virus-vector dynamics.
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Description: Agriculture constitutes the lifeline of villages where more than 70% of Indian population lives. To have successful agriculture, quality seed constitute the most important component. Realizing the importance of seed, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research launched the All India Coordinated Research Project on seed the "National Seed Project" in 1979. Based on the over all progress and development of the National Seed Project and growing importance of seed in modern agriculture, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research has upgraded the Project Coordinator Unit of National Seed Project to the status of the Project Directorate in X Plan named as "Directorate of Seed Research". Directorate of Seed Research started operating since 31 December 2004 from Kushmaur village in the district Maunath Bhanjan, UP. The institute is about 120 km towards North-East of Varanasi, UP, India.
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Description: A Centrally Sponsored Scheme of MIDH has been launched for the holistic development of horticulture in the country during XII plan. The scheme, which has taken take off from 2014-15, integrates the ongoing schemes of National Horticulture Mission, Horticulture Mission for North East & Himalayan States, National Bamboo Mission, National Horticulture Board, Coconut Development Board and Central Institute for Horticulture, Nagaland.
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Description: Indian farmers are second to none in production and productivity despite of the fact that millions are marginal and small farmers. They adopt improved agriculture technology as efficiently as farmers in developed countries. It is felt that with provision of timely and adequate inputs such as fertilizers, seeds, pesticides and by making available affordable agricultural credit /crop insurance, Indian farmers are going to ensure food and nutritional security to the Nation. It is envisaged to make available relevant information and services to the farming community and private sector through the use of information and communication technologies, to supplement the existing delivery channels provided for by the department. Farmers’ Portal is an endeavour in this direction to create one stop shop for meeting all informational needs relating to Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Fisheries sectors production, sale/storage of an Indian farmer. With this Indian Farmer will not be required to sift through maze of websites created for specific purposes. Once in the Farmers’ Portal, a farmer will be able to get all relevant information on specific subjects around his village/block /district or state. This information will be delivered in the form of text, SMS, email and audio/video in the language he or she understands. These levels can be easily reached through the Map of India placed on the Home page. Farmers will also be able to ask specific queries as well as give valuable feedback through the Feedback module specially developed for the purpose.
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Description: ORIGIN Established by the Agricultural Credit Department of Reserve Bank of in the year 1954-55, DNSRICM is one of the20 residential Institutes of cooperative Management in India run by the National Council of Cooperative Training(NCUI), New delhi and financed by Govt. of India, Ministry of Agriculture, Department of agriculture and Cooperation. In October 1997 the Institute was upgraded as Regional Institute of Cooperative Management so as to make its activities more broad-based. NCCT is a central agency in charge of overall planning, monitoring and implementing training programmes for the personnel of Cooperative Department and Cooperative Institutions. The main objective of the Institute is to develop Human Resources in the Cooperative Movement for efficient, effective and professionalised cooperative management. In pursuance of the above objectives the Institute caters to the management training needs of the Department and Institutional personnel of Bihar and a few States and Union Territories. OBJECTIVE The Institute being a premier agency engaged in Management Training of Cooperative personnel, Cooperative Education and Research has the following key objectives: To organise Management Training Programmes for the Senior/middle- level executives of the Cooperative/other allied departments and cooperative Institutions. To organise workshops/Seminars and symposia for the officials and non-officials of the Cooperative personnel of the region. To conduct Research on various facets of the cooperative movement and provide consultancy services. To provide academic support and guidance to the Cooperative Training Centres of the State. To assess the Training needs of cooperative and other allied sectors in the region. To organise specialized Training programmes to cater to the specific training needs of the user-organisations.
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Description: Mandate: To undertake basic and applied research for developing strategies for efficient management of on-farm water resources to enhance agricultural productivity on sustainable basis. To provide leadership role and coordinate network of research with the state agricultural universities in generating location specific technologies for efficient use of water resources. To act as a centre for training in research methodologies and technology update in the area of agricultural water management. To collaborate with the national and international agencies in achieving the above objectives.
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Description: Mandate Mandate : Basic and strategic research to increase productivity of millets and their diversified utilization for enhancement of profitability. Coordination and development of improved crop production and protection technologies of millets. Training and consultancy on millet production and utilization. Dissemination of technologies and capacity building. Mandate of IIMR : Basic and strategic research to increase productivity of millets and their diversified utilization for enhancement of profitability. Coordination and development of improved crop production and protection technologies of millets. Training and consultancy on millet production and utilization. Dissemination of technologies and capacity building.
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Description: Mandate To assist the Dept. of Agriculture & Co-Operation to plan, to co-ordinate and to monitor the Rice Crop Development Programmes at the national level and recommend measures to improve Rice Production. To assist the states/union territories to plan, formulate and implement the Rice Development Programmes to increase production and productivity. To interact with national and state institutions in planning the production of rice seeds. To liaise with State Agricultural Universities and ICAR Research Institutions for organizing Training Courses on improved Cereal Crops Production Technologies. To have closer interaction/co-ordination with the Directorate of Rice Research, Central Rice Research Institute and other Regional Research Centres of ICAR and State Agricultural Universities.etc.
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Description: During the 3rd Five Year Plan, the Govt. of India established Regional Extension Unit for extension of latest Production Technology of Rice Crop in the country. The Regional Extension Unit for the Rice was initially established at Hyderabad in the Directorate of Oil Seeds Development. In 1969, as per the decision of Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India, the Regional Extension Unit was converted as Directorate of Rice Development on 1st Jan 1970 with its HQ at Patna. The Office of Regional Extension Unit at Hyderabad was made sub-office of this new Directorate at Patna and continued to function up to 31-3-1996. The Commodity Development Directorates including the Directorate of Rice Development were recognized vide Ministry of Agriculture letter no. 36-8/86/CA.III dated 21-6-1995. After the reorganization of all the Commodity Development Directorates, uniform staffing pattern was adopted and also the function of these Directorates was modified keeping in view the latest crop production technology. Functions and Responsibilities The responsibilities of Directorate of Rice Development are listed below : To assist the Dept. of Agriculture & Co-Operation to plan, to co-ordinate and to monitor the Rice Crop Development Programmes at the national level and recommend measures to improve Rice Production. To assist the states/union territories to plan, formulate and implement the Rice Development Programmes to increase production and productivity. To interact with national and state institutions in planning the production of rice seeds. To liaise with State Agricultural Universities and ICAR Research Institutions for organizing Training Courses on improved Cereal Crops Production Technologies. To have closer interaction/co-ordination with the Directorate of Rice Research, Central Rice Research Institute and other Regional Research Centres of ICAR and State Agricultural Universities.etc.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: The Directorate of Pulses Development with its HQ in Bhopal (M.P.) is responsible for coordination and monitoring of the implementation of pulses development scheme under National Food Security Mission (NFSM) - Pulses in 607 districts of 27 States in the Country. With the bi-foal responsibilities for the assigned states, this Directorate is responsible for coordination and monitoring of all the crop related Centrally Sponsored Schemes and Missions like NFSM (Wheat, Pulses, Rice, CC, Coarse Cereals), NMSA, NMAET, NMOOP, MIDH & RKVY etc. Objectives Analysis of Area Production and Productivity trends/impact of Developmental Programmes on Pulses research areas and Identification of Bottlenecks and suggest measures for their rectification and also feedback to the Indian Institute of Pulses Research (ICAR) through institutionalized mechanism of National Conference/Group Meets on Chickpea, Pigeonpea, MULLaRP, Arid Legumes and DAC-ICAR Interface. Interface with national and International Research Organizations and Stake holders on area of crop Research. Preparation of Weekly Weather Watch Report (WWWR), close monitoring of weather/rainfall pattern/temp/coverage/market arrivals and prices of pulses at national level and for all agricultural crops in the state of M.P. & Chhattisgarh and weekly feedback to the Ministry for review of the Crop Tracking Committee meeting held under the Chairmanship of the Special Secretary, Government of India. Formulation of Annual and Five year National plan, coordination in execution and monitoring of crop production programmes of pulses at national level. Assisting states (M.P.& Chhattisgarh) in planning the Programme convergence and monitoring thereof. Critical monitoring of the NFSM-Pulses, all Central Sector/Centrally Sponsored Schemes in the states of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh (the assigned states). Assisting states/UTs in initiation, planning, formulation and intensification of crop development programmes in consonance with the ongoing states programme/Contingency Planning/Crop diversification aspects. To assess the crop loss/damage to agricultural sector during Natural Calamities as Member Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT) representing the Crops Division of Department of Agriculture & Cooperation. To act as nodal agency for Technology Transfer/Technology Dissemination/Extension for Pulses Development across the country and to work out Human Resource Development needs at all clientele level. Crop Tracking during growing season and production estimate forecast.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: Objectives: Maximise crop production with minimum input costs. Minimise environmental pollution in soil, water and air due to pesticides. Minimise occupational health hazards due to chemical pesticides. Preserve ecosystem and maintain ecological equilibrium. No or less use of chemical pesticides for minimum pesticide residues. To improve farming systems. Activities · Popularizing IPM approach among farming community. · Conducting regular pest surveillance and monitoring to assess pest/disease situation. · Rearing biological control agents for their field use and conservation of naturally occurring bioagents. · Promotion of biopesticides and neem based pesticides as alternative to chemical pesticides. · To play a catalytic role in spread of innovative IPM skills to extension workers, land farmers equally to resource-poor and resource-rich states. · Human Resource Development in IPM by imparting training to master trainers, extension workers and farmers through farmers field schools (FFSs) through CIPMCs, KVKs, ICAR Institutes. · Under the HRD programme short duration courses of two days and five days for pesticides dealers/NGOs/Graduates/Post-graduates/Pvt. Entrepreneurs and progressive farmers are being carried out. · Season Long Training (SLT) programme on major agricultural/horticultural crops.
Publish Date: 12-11-16
Description: Mission: To promote overall growth of onion and garlic in terms of enhancement of quality production, export and processing. Mandate: To act as a repository of genetic resources and scientific information of onion and garlic To undertake basic and applied research for enhancing production and productivity of onion and garlic To undertake strategic research for technology development and production of quality seed of onion and garlic To promote utilisation and development of value added products through processing and post-harvest management practices To disseminate technology, provide advisory and consultancy services and promote entrepreneurship Cold Storage Facility at ICAR-DOGR: ICAR-DOGR has a cold storage of 10 MT capacity for onion seed storage with adjustable temperature and humidity. Special equipments 1. Incubator Shaker 2. Gel Documentation System (BIORAD) 3. Thermal Cycler 4. Bioanalyzer 5. Real Time PCR 6. Biosafety Cabinet 7. Millipore Distillation Unit 8. HPLC 9. GCM 10. Plate Reader 11. Flow cytometer 12. Gas Head Analyzer Consultancy Directorate of Onion and Garlic Research give consultancy in all fields of onion and garlic production and post-harvest management. Related Links http://www.icar.org.in http://www.fao.org http://www.nafed-india.com http://www.nhb.gov.in http://www.iht.edu.in
Publish Date: 02-11-16
Description: MANDATE of ICAR-DMR DMR was established to conduct mission oriented and innovative research on all aspects of mushrooms and act as the centre for academic excellence and repository of research on location specific problems of national importance to achieve higher production and productivity and transfer of technology and provide technical support to the mushroom industry as well as rural masses for poverty alleviation. The mandate of the ICAR-DMR is: Strategic and applied research on collection, conservation, utilization and production of edible and medicinal mushroom. Transfer of Technology and capacity building of stakeholders for spawn production. Coordination of network research for validation and evaluation of specific technologies through AICRP on Mushroom to enhance productivity. SERVICES AVAILABLE Cultures of edible cultivated mushrooms. Spawn of edible cultivated mushrooms Training to entrepreneurs, farmers/farm women, SMS and International trainees. Preparation of TEFR on commercial project formulation and evaluation. Advice on various aspect of mushrooms. Extension literature Video films Testing of compost, casing soil & composting ingredients. Identification of mushroom insect, pest & diseases. Farm Designing | Composting of Button mushrooms Crop Management of Button Mushroom Cultivation & crop management of Oyster mushroom Cultivation & crop management of Milky mushroom Cultivation & crop management of Paddy straw mushroom Spent Mushroom Substrate
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Description: FUNCTIONS At the time of re-organization of the Crop Development Directorates in 1996, each Directorate has been assigned bifocal responsibility, i.e. a) for the respective specified nodal crops of the country as a whole and b) for all major crops in the States assigned to each of them. The Directorate of Jute Development has been assigned nine States and one UT, namely, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tripura, West Bengal and Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The Directorate of Jute Development, therefore, has to perform activities for the overall development of the nodal crops in the Country, i.e. jute/mesta and allied fibres and to perform the monitoring and related activities of other crops in the assigned States. A. Functions for Nodal Crop: • To assist Department of Agriculture and Cooperation to plan, coordinate and monitor nodal crop development programmes at the national level and recommend measures to improve them; • To assist the States/Union Territories to plan, formulate and implement Crops programmes to increase production and productivity; • To interact with national and state institutions in planning the production of seeds; • To liaise with State Agricultural Universities and Central Government Institutes for organising training courses in improved production technology; • To have closer interaction/coordination with the project Directorates/Institutes and other Research Centres of the ICAR. Represent Department of Agriculture and Cooperation on their Management Committee and ICAR' s Regional Committee, with a view to benefit from research and improved production technology and assist the Ministry of Agriculture to formulate farmers' friendly scheme with a unified approach for the overall development of agriculture sector as a whole; • To keep in, touch with research developments by Agricultural Universities , National and International Organizations and maintain the flow of information and ideas between research and development; • To have a close liaison with National Institute of Management for Agricultural Extension (MANAGE) in identifying the areas where MANAGE can provide support and bridge the gap in increasing productivity of the nodal crop; • To provide technical support to the Extension agencies with respect to the nodal crop as and when required. In this context the Directors of Commodity Development Directorates may attend the State Level Crop Training Programmes; provide literature on training manuals; and also periodically visit some such projects relating to their respective nodal crops and provide feedback to Extension Division; • To participate in meetings of Zonal Research and Extension Advisory Committee (ZERAC) and have closer interaction/coordination through this forum in relevant functions and responsibilities; • To watch the performance of the newly evolved released varieties of seeds; • To study and analyse the trends in weather; crop area, production and productivity as well as transport, marketing and prices; • To report regularly to Department of Agriculture and Cooperation on weather and crop prospects as well as market and price trends; • To assist Department of Agriculture and Cooperation in fixing targets of production and suggest measures to achieve them; • To build up relevant records and data for the nodal crop; and • To serve as a Secretariat for the respective Crop Development Council. B. Area-specific functions in the Assigned States: • To function as eyes and ears of Department of Agriculture and Cooperation, also for all major crops produced in the assigned States/Union Territories and to function as "Area-Officers" for these States, Union Territories ; • To maintain liaison with State Governments/Departments and other development agencies on crop development programmes; • To monitor the crop programmes and report to Crops Division/States about the gap between planning and performance; • To monitor the availability of inputs and extension services; • To regularly report to the Department of Agriculture and Cooperation on weather, crop prospects, storage, processing, movement and prices of crops harvested; • To report to the other crop Directorates on matters relating to the respective nodal crops, weather, crop prospects and other important developments; • To represent Department of Agriculture and Cooperation on Central Study Teams etc. and • To participate in Kharif Conference, Rabi Conference, Zonal Seed Meetings, etc.; • Water Management – timely opening and closing of canals and water use efficiency; • Assessment of input requirements – fertilizers, pesticides, seeds, etc. for crops for obtaining optimal yields; • Tracking progress and promotion of new crop varieties; • Monitoring/tracking progress of horticulture crops and programmes therefore in the assigned states; and • Being more visible and interactive with states for promotion and development of crops/varieties.
Publish Date: 02-11-16
Description: The Directorate of Economics and Statistics (DES), an attached office of the Department of Agriculture and Cooperation, collects, disseminates and publishes statistics on diverse facets of agriculture and related sectors required for policy formulation by the Government. Over the years, a number of initiatives have been taken to bring about improvement in the coverage, quality and timely availability of these statistics. Recent years have witnessed growing emphasis on the need to bring about necessary changes and refinements in the existing system to make it capable of coping with the challenges posed by emerging policy issues in a more open economy. Among the various functions of the DES, the most well known is perhaps the one relating to Minimum Support Prices (MSPs), which are fixed on the basis of the recommendations made by the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices. The most important factor considered by the CACP in making its recommendations on MSPs for different crops is the cost of cultivation/production for which the data base is provided by the DES through its plan scheme on cost of cultivation. The relevance and significance of MSP is linked to production and prices. Advance information on the production of different crops therefore assumes considerable importance. Similarly monitoring of the price movements in both the domestic and international markets is equally important in relation to the MSP regime. A sound database on different facets of agriculture is important both for the formulation of policy and the evaluation of its effectiveness in achieving the desired goals. The Plan Schemes of DES seek to serve this purpose.
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Description: The Directorate of Cashewnut & Cocoa Development (DCCD) is a national agency primarily engaged in the overall development of Cashew and Cocoa in India. Cashew(Anacardium occidentale L.) a native of Eastern Brazil introduced to India just as other commercial crops like Rubber, Coffee, Tea etc. by the Portuguese nearly five centuries back. The first introduction of cashew in India was made in Goa from where it spread to other parts of the country. In the beginning it was mainly considered as a crop for afforestation and soil binding to check erosions. The nuts, apple and other by products of this crop are of commercial importance. Cocoa(Theobroma cacao L.) a native of Amazon base of South America got its entry into India in the early half of the twentieth century. Administratively it is conferred plantation status like coffee, tea and rubber but is seldom recognized as a plantation crop under the Indian Agrarian Administrative Sector. It is also one of the supporter of Agro-based industry in India. Cocoa beans is the primary raw material for confectioneries, beverages, chocolates and other edible products.
Publish Date: 02-11-16
Description: Mandate The Directorate of Arecanut and Spices Development, Calicut is responsible for development of spices, a large group of aromatic plants, betel vine and arecanut grown in the country at National Level. The mandate of the Directorate is as follows. Assessment of the developmental needs of the crops entrusted to it. Formulation of Central Sector / Centrally Sponsored Schemes and implementation of the same either directly or through the State Governments, Agricultural Universities etc. Monitoring the implementation of Central Sector / Centrally Sponsored Schemes and coordinating the development activities. Rendering technical assistance to State Governments and other agencies on commodity development programmes. Collection and compilation of statistics of area, production, export, import, prices etc. and dissemination of the same to the Central and tate Governments and other agencies. Keeping liaison with the research institutes and extension agencies and acting as a two-way channel in the transfer of technology. Undertaking the publicity and propaganda works relating to the commodities. Assisting the Central and State Governments on all matters relating to the development of the commodities.
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Description: Functions Department of Animal Husbandry Dairying & Fisheries (DADF) is responsible for matters relating to livestock production, preservation, protection and improvement of stocks, dairy development and also for matters relating to the Delhi Milk Scheme and the National Dairy Development Board. It also looks after all matters pertaining to fishing and fisheries Development Board. The Department advises the State Governments/ Union Territories in the formulation Policies and programmes in the field of animal husbandry, dairy development and fisheries. The main focus of the activities is on Development of requisite infrastructure in States/ Uts for improving animal productivity. Preservation and protection of livestock through provision of health care. Strengthening of central livestock farms (Cattle, Sheep and Poultry) for development of superior germplasm for distribution to states. Expansion of aquaculture in fresh, brackish water, welfare of fisherfolk, etc. Divisions National Livestock Mission Cattle and Dairy Development Fisheries International Cooperation Cash Section Admin I Livestock Health Statistics Division
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Description: Acts And Rules Agricultural Marketing Agriculture Census Budget Cooperation Credit Crops & NFSM Drought Management Economic Administration Extension General Administration General Coordination Horticulture Information Technology Integrated Nutrient Management International Cooperation Mechanization and Technology Natural Resource Management Official Language Oilseeds Divisions Plan Coordination Plant Protection Policy Rainfed Farming System Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana Seeds Trade Vigilance Recent Initiatives e-national Agriculture Market Launched. Farm Women Friendly Handbook. Launch of the Mobile Apps “AgriMarket and Crop Insurance”.
Publish Date: 02-11-16
Description: The Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) was established in the Ministry of Agriculture in December, 1973. The Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) coordinates and promotes agricultural research & education in the country. It has the following two autonomous bodies under its administrative control: Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Central Agricultural University (CAU), Imphal The major functions of DARE To look after all aspects of the agricultural research and Education (including horticulture, natural resources management, agriculture engineering, agricultural extension, animal science, economic statistics and marketing and fisheries) involving coordination between the central and state agencies. To attend all matters relating to Indian Council of Agricultural Research. To attend all matters concerning the development of new technology in agriculture, horticulture, natural resources management, agriculture engineering, agricultural extension, animal science, economic statistics and marketing and fisheries, including such functions as plant and animal introduction and exploration and soil and land use survey and planning. International co-operation in the field of agricultural research and education including relations with foreign and international agricultural research and educational institutions and organizations, including participation in international conferences, associations and other bodies dealing with agricultural research and education and follow-up decisions at such international conferences etc. Fundamental, applied and operational research and higher education including co-ordination of such research and higher education in agriculture including agro forestry, animal husbandry, dairying, fisheries, agricultural statistics, economics and marketing.
Publish Date: 02-11-16
Description: It is mandated to recommend minimum support prices (MSPs) to incentivize the cultivators to adopt modern technology, and raise productivity and overall grain production in line with the emerging demand patterns in the country. Assurance of a remunerative and stable price environment is considered very important for increasing agricultural production and productivity since the market place for agricultural produce tends to be inherently unstable, which often inflict undue losses on the growers, even when they adopt the best available technology package and produce efficiently. Towards this end, MSP for major agricultural products are fixed by the government, each year, after taking into account the recommendations of the Commission. As of now, CACP recommends MSPs of 23 commodities, which comprise 7 cereals (paddy, wheat, maize, sorghum, pearl millet, barley and ragi), 5 pulses (gram, tur, moong, urad, lentil), 7 oilseeds (groundnut, rapeseed-mustard, soyabean, seasmum, sunflower, safflower, nigerseed), and 4 commercial crops (copra, sugarcane, cotton and raw jute).
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Description: MANDATE Coconut Development Board is a statutory body established by the Government of India for the integrated development of coconut production and utilization in the country with focus on productivity increase and product diversification. The Board which came into existence on 12th January 1981, functions under the administrative control of the Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India, with its Headquarters at Kochi in Kerala and Regional Offices at Bangalore in Karnataka, Chennai in Tamil Nadu and Guwahati in Assam. There are six State Centres situated at Bhubaneswar in Orissa, Calcutta in West Bengal, Patna in Bihar, Thane in Maharashtra, Hyderabad in Andhra Pradesh and Port Blair in the Union Territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands. The Board has 9 Demonstration cum Seed Production (DSP) Farms in different locations of the country and now 7 farms are maintained. A Market Development cum Information Centre has established in Delhi. The Board has set up a Technology Development Centre at Vazhakulam near Aluva in Kerala. FUNCTIONS OF THE BOARD Adopting measures for the development of coconut industry, inter alia. Imparting technical advice to those engaged in coconut cultivation and industry. Providing financial and other assistance for the expansion of area under coconut. Encouraging adoption of modern technologies for processing of coconut and its products. Adopting measures to get incentive prices for coconut and its products. Recommending measures for improving marketing of coconut and its products. Recommending measures for regulating imports and exports of coconut and its products. Fixing grades, specifications and standards for coconut and its products. Financing suitable schemes to increase the production of coconut and to improve the quality and yield of coconut. Assisting, encouraging, promoting and financing agricultural, technological, industrial or economic research on coconut and its products. Collecting statistics on coconut and its products and publishing them. Undertaking publicity activities and publishing books and periodicals on coconut and its products. With a view to accomplishing the objectives envisaged under the Act, the Board has been formulating and implementing various schemes since its inception. Back to Top * THRUST AREAS Increasing the production of quality planting material. Creating future production potential by bringing more area under coconut. Improving productivity of existing coconut holdings. Integrated management of major pests and diseases. Strengthening coconut industry by promoting product diversification and by-product utilization. * Library Services 1. Lending Services 2. Inter-Library Loan (ILL) 3. Reference Services 4. Current Awareness Service (CAS) 5. Reprographic Service
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Description: Central Water Commission is a premier Technical Organization of India in the field of Water Resources and is presently functioning as an attached office of the Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, Government of India. The Commission is entrusted with the general responsibilities of initiating, coordinating and furthering in consultation of the State Governments concerned, schemes for control, conservation and utilization of water resources throughout the country, for purpose of Flood Control, Irrigation, Navigation, Drinking Water Supply and Water Power Development. It also undertakes the investigations, construction and execution of any such schemes as required. Mission Statement To promote integrated and sustainable development and management of India's Water Resources by using state-of-art technology and competency and coordinating all stake holders.
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Description: MANDATE To conduct research on different types of tobacco, with greater emphasis on exportable types, on all phases of production management with a view of attaining economic advantage / benefit to the tobacco growers through improvement in quality a nd quantity of tobacco. To collect tobacco germplasm from world over and to maintain and operate tobacco genetic resources which will be made available to scientists and National / International Institutions. To conduct research on economically viable and sustainable cropping systems alternative to tobacco. To conduct research on diversified uses of tobacco and development of value-added products viz., phytochemicals. To produce and distribute quality seeds of notified varieties of tobacco To publish and disseminate research findings and recommendations of latest technology for the benefit of the tobacco growers, scientific community, policy makers and development agencies.
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Description: The institute headquarters is located at Dehradun (Uttarakhand - INDIA). It represents typical humid subtropical climate of Western mid to foot hill Himalayas receiving average annual rainfall of 1681 mm spread over 98 rainy days. Average maximum and minimum temperatures are 30 degrees and 3.5 degrees Celsius during May and January respectively. Mandate : Research for management of land degradation in a primary production systems and rehabilitation of degraded lands in different agro-ecological regions of the country. Co-ordinate research network for developing location-specific technologies in the area of soil and water conservation. Centre for training in research methodologies and updated technology in soil and water conservation and watershed management.
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Description: Services Germplasm Registration Mulberry and Silkworm Germplasm Supply Indents for Mulberry and silkworm germplasm supply Feed back information on Germplasm supply - format Trait specific Mulberry and Silkworm accessions Training Mandate Exploration, collection, introduction and conservation of all sericultural germplasm. National accessioning and registration of sericultural germplasm resources. Quarantine and phytosanitory certification of all incoming and out going germplasm resources. Characterisation, evaluation and cataloguing of all the sericultural germplasm resources. Collaborate inter and intra-organisational research activities pertaining to germplasm. Imparting training on germplasm resource management. Promotion of germplasm utilisation within the country. Co-ordination of inter and intra-state supply and exchange of all sericultural germplasm resources. To protect sericultural germplasm resources from extinction and preserve such national heritage for posterity. Activities To explore, collect and introduce mulberry and silkworm germplasm. To undertake characterisation, classification, preliminary evaluation & cataloguing of germplasm collection for promoting utilisation of genetic resources. To serve as the long term National Repository of sericultural genetic resources and national accessioning. To act as a nodal agency for registration and reference centre for important germplasm resources. To play a lead role in the inter institutional collaboration for screening /testing / evaluation of sericultural germplasm. To co-ordinate import and export of genetic resources along with quarantine check pertaining to incoming germplasm and issuing phytosanitory certificate for export of germplasm. To serve as the National Data Base and Herbarium/ Display of sericultural genetic resources. To supply the germplasm to all needy organizations. To impart training in sericultural germplasm resource management.
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Description: Mandate To provide a research base to improve the productivity of important agri-horticulture, livestock and fisheries sector of A & N islands through adaptive and basic research for attaining economic self sufficiency To develop appropriate plans for conservation of natural resources and their sustainable use To standardize technologies for animal health coverage and livestock production To standardize techniques for capture and culture fisheries including coastal aquaculture First line transfer of technology and training to the relevant state departments Vision Sustainable development in agri-horticulture, livestock and fisheries sector in the changing climatic scenario to ensure decent livelihood in the fragile island ecosystem Mission Providing decent livelihood to farm youth from agriculture in a fragile island ecosystem on sustainable basis. Focus The Island economy has undergone a sea change in recent past. From forest based and Government job based economy, it is shifting to tourism based economy. This shift requires a rethink on research programmes to meet the emerging challenges of inclusive growth and sustainable economy. With this in view, following focus has been envisaged for CIARI. Development of suitable technological innovations for enhancing rice production and efficient processing to meet Individual Island level requirement in view of the forthcoming Food Security Act. Reorientation of agricultural production system to meet the demand of perishable products, viz. milk, egg, meat, fish, fruits,vegetables and flowers with specific reference to demand of booming tourism industry. Suitable processing and value addition technologies for organic farming system to market with a decoratively packaged Andaman brand organic farm products. Development of suitable production to consumption level chain involving SHGs and retailers / armed forces / processors. Conservation and bio-prospecting of biodiversity richness of the Islands. Appropriate rain water management technology to create micro level water resources to increase irrigated area from present 3 % to a significant level. Linking CIARI with other educational institutions for creating local level skilled human resources in field of agriculture and allied sciences. Making CIARI a model for NARS of small island Nations and collaborating with them with special reference to post disaster restoration of agriculture. Thrust Areas Development of suitable technologies to attain substantial increase in productivity and production of perishable products, viz., vegetables, fruits, flowers, spices, milk, egg, meat, and fish to meet the requirement of island population and tourists both normal and high end Increasing exploitation of marine resources through stock assessment and mariculture Technological innovations to achieve double cropping in suitable lands to attain local level food security by genetic, agronomical, soil and water management and post harvest technology interventions. Exploration of bio-diversity of the region for its collection, cataloguing and bio-prospecting. Transfer of production technology of various products to create a production to consumption chain involving SHGs and retailer / processor/ armed forces Climate change and island ecosystem.
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Description: MANDATE The rise/fall of the pest population based on the survey observations. Mass multiplication of parasites, predators and Insect Pathogen in the Laboratory and their release in the field against the target pests. To popularize the I.P.M Technology among the farmers and state functionaries of Department of Agriculture & Horticulture through the I.P.M Training and Demonstration Programs. To educate the farming community, State functionaries and NGOs about the importance of conservation and augmentation of natural enemies in the ecosystem. To document and revive the traditional methods of farming. To educate the farmers about the safe handling and judicious use of pesticides. FUNCTIONS/ACTIVITIES 1. Pest Surveillance a. Regular field surveys. b. Fortnightly rapid roving surveys. 2. Mass Multiplication and Field releases of Bio-control Agents a. Mass multiplication of parasites and predators in the laboratory. b. Imparting technical know-how to State extension functionaries and farmers. 3. Conservation to maintain natural balance a. Farmers are advised to adopt such crop husbandry practices, which can preserve and conserve the crop defenders. b. Popularization of AESA (Agro-ecosystem analysis) in the seasonal crops. c. Farmers are encouraged to collect biological information with respect to the pests and defenders of their seasonal crops. d. Advocacy of eco-friendly pesticides to maintain natural balance 4. Promotion of IPM Concept a. Organizing of Farmers’ field schools on seasonal crops so that message of IPM can percolate to the grass root level. b. Participation in Kisan melas, local fairs, seminars etc. to promote and publicize the concept of IPM. c. Organization of Farmers awareness programmes. d. Maintenance of effective liaison, co-ordination with State Department of Agriculture, State Agriculture University, Research Stations, KVKs, NGOs and other concerned organizations. 5. Publicity Pamphlets, leaflets and relevant literature are prepared in local language so that the message can be conceived by the rural folk with an overwhelming response.
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Description: Mandate Research on agricultural mechanisation, post-harvest food processing, and energy management in agriculture Human resource developement and capacity building through outreach and training programs; commercialization and utilization of agricultural engineering technologies Objectives Undertake basic, applied and adaptive research leading to a development, improvement of equipment, technology, process for crop production, irrigation and drainage, post-harvest technology and processing, and energy-use in agriculture and rural industries Develop hardware and technology in cooperation with other ICAR Institutes in the area of crops, horticulture, aquaculture and animal husbandry for production and processing Provide leadership and co-ordinate network of research with state agricultural universities for generating location-specific technologies Provide input to ICAR on policy intervention with respect to agricultural mechanization, energy management in agriculture, irrigation and drainage and post harvest technology Provide consultancy and undertake sponsored research from industry and other organization Act as a repository of information on agricultural engineering Act as a Center for training in research methodologies and technology and conduct post graduate education programme leading to Master’s and Doctoral degrees in Agricultural Engineering Collaborate with relevant national and international agencies in achieving the above objectives.
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Description: Mandates : To Undertake basic & applied research to enhance productivity & development value measurement for major & minor subtropical fruits. To function as a national repository of above fruit crops To act as a centre for human resource development and provide consultancy to state holders To develop linkage with national & international agencies to accomplish the above mandates
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Description: The DAC is organized into 27 Divisions and has five attached offices and twenty-one subordinate offices which are spread across the country for coordination with state level agencies and implementation of Central Sector Schemes in their respective fields. Further, one Public Sector Undertakings,nine autonomous bodies, ten nationallevel cooperative organizations and two authorities are functioning under the administrative control of the Department. 1. Attached/Subordinate Offices 2. Autonomous Bodies / PSUs Administration Agriculture Census Agricultural Marketing Budget, Finance and Accounts Cooperation Credit Crops Drought Management Economic Administration Extension General Coordination Official Language Horticulture Information Technology Integrated Nutrient Management International Cooperation Mechanization and Technology Natural Resources Management Oilseeds Plan Coordination Plant Protection Policy Rainfed Farming System Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana Seeds Trade Vigilance
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Description: NIC is a Premier Information Technology Organisation in India providing State_of_Art Solutions for Information Management and Decision Support in Government and Corporate Sector. A number of Services are being provided by NIC to all the Government Ministries/Departments/States/Districts. Our Services Anti Virus Business Intelligence CollabCAD CollabDDS CollabLand Domain Registration e-Governance Standards ICT Training Integrated Network Operations Messaging National Cloud at the Core of Digital India NIC Data Centres NKN (National Knowledge Network) Open Technology Group Remote Sensing and GIS SATCOM Utility Mapping Video Conferencing Web Services Webcast
Publish Date: 02-11-16
Description: Although most of the dangers from unregulated and indiscriminate use of pesticides were brought into focus as early as in the year 1958 when the Government of India appointed a Commission of enquiry to suggest Inter-alia remedial measures following a number of deaths in Kerela and Madras (Tamil Nadu) by poisoning through the consumption of imported wheat contaminated by pesticide accidentally which was shipped together with food grains. The whole question of pesticide use and legislation was studied in 1964-67 by an Expert Committee of Indian Council of Agricultural Research headed by Prof. M.S. Thacker. Based on the recommendations of the Expert Committee a comprehensive Insecticides Act was passed in 1968 to regulate the import, manufacture, sale, transport, distribution and use of insecticides with a view to prevent risks to human beings and animals and for other matters connected therewith. The enforcement of Act was tranferred to the Ministry of Agriculture in the year 1970 by the Ministry of Health and family Planning. The department of Agriculture of this Ministry took immediate steps to frame the Rules and constituted Central insecticides Board and Registration committee. The states were simultaneously advised to appoint all functionaries mentioned in the Act. After the stage was fully set, all the provisions of the Insecticides Act was brought into force with effect from 1st August, 1971. In the Act and the Rules framed there under, there is compulsory registration of the pesticides at the Central level and licence for their manufacture, formulation and sale are dealt with at the State level. With the enforcement of the Insecticides Act in the country pesticides of very high quality are made available to the farmers and general public for house-hold use, for protecting the agricultural crops from the ravages of their pests, humans from diseases and nuisance caused by public health pests and the health hazards involved in their use have been minimised to a great extent. For the effective enforcement of the Insecticides Act, the following bodies have been constituted at the Central level -
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Description: Central Ground Water Board, Northern Region (NR), Lucknow is one of the 18 Regional Offices of CGWB in the country. The NR has jurisdiction over the State of Uttar Pradesh. Mandate : To Develop and disseminate technologies, and monitor and implement national policies for the Scientific and Sustainable development and management of India's Ground Water Resources, including their exploration, assessment, conservation, augmentation, protection from pollution and distribution, based on principles of economic and ecological efficiency and equity. Vision : Sustainable Development and Management of Ground Water Resources of the Country.
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Description: In pursuance of the recommendations of the Fertilizer Distribution Committee (Patel Committee, 1960), Sivaraman Committee (1965) and Estimates Committee of Lok Sabha (1967-68) to provide a lead to the State Quality Control Laboratories and to deal with the matters related to fertilizer quality control, the erstwhile Central Fertiliser Control Laboratory was set up as a sub ordinate office of Ministry of Agriculture, Department of Agriculture and Cooperation in the end of 4th Five Year Plan (1971-72) to undertake inspection and analysis of indigenous and imported fertilizers, standardization of methods of analysis and providing technical guidance to the State Govts. on the subject. OBJECTIVES:- (i) Drawal, inspection and analysis of both indigenous and imported fertilizers. (ii) Training of State Fertilizer Inspectors and Fertilizer Analysts. (iii) Standardization/Development of methods of analysis of fertilizers. (iv) Acting as a Referee Laboratory and advisory body on matters related to FCO. (v) Preparation of technical literature in the field of Fertilizer Quality Control.
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Description: The Central Agricultural University has been established by an act of Parliament, the Central Agricultural University Act, 1992 (No.40 of 1992). The Act came into effect on 26th January, 1993 with the issue of notification by the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Govt. of India. The University became functional with the joining of first Vice-Chancellor on 13th September, 1993. The jurisdiction of the University extends to six North-Eastern Hill States viz., Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Sikkim and Tripura, with headquarters at Imphal in Manipur. The objectives and mandates of the university as stipulated in the Act are: + To impart education in different branches of agriculture and allied science as it may deem fit; + To further the advancement of learning and conducting of research in agriculture and allied sciences; + To undertake extension education programme in the states under its jurisdiction; and + To undertake such other activities, as it may deem fit, from time to time. Goals : To fulfill the mission, the university has set the following goals for itself: + To produce globally competitive graduates and postgraduates in agriculture and allied sciences; + To develop sustainable and profitable farming system for improving productivity, production and profitability in the agriculture and allied sectors; + To educate the extension functionaries for effective dissemination of agro technologies to the farmers, entrepreneurs and agro – industries; and + To be an important link in the chain for converting agriculture and allied vocations into profitable enterprises and providing food and nutritional security to the people of NE Region, and the world.
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Description: Bioinformatics, the latest and hottest branch of biological science, is the science of using information technology to understand biology. In a littoral sense Bioinformatics is the integration of life sciences and information science. It is the science of creating and managing biological databases to keep track of and eventually simulate, the complexity of living organisms. Thus, biology, computer science and information technology merge into a single discipline in Bioinformatics. The ultimate goal of the field is to enable the discovery of new biological insights as well as to create a global perspective from which unifying principles in biology can be discerned. Common activities in bioinformatics include mapping and analyzing DNA and protein sequences, aligning different DNA and protein sequences to compare them and creating and viewing 3-D models of protein structures. Mission : The area of specialization of the centre is Spice Biotechnology & Bioinformatics. The objectives of the centre are, To establish good linkages among scientists within the institute and with those working outside the organization through networking and by providing broad bandwidth Internet accessibility. To build up information resources, prepare databases pertaining to spices and to develop relevant information handling tools and techniques. To continuously assess information requirements, organize creation of necessary infrastructure and to provide information and computer support services to the scientists. To evolve and implement programmes on education of users and training of scientists responsible for handling of biological information.
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Description: OBJECTIVES : Protection, management, commercialization and distribution of Intellectual Property for Public Benefit. Production, marketing and popularization of ICAR’s products, processes and technologies in agriculture and allied sectors such as seed, planting material, vaccines, diagnostics, biotechnological products, other value added inputs and products and farm implements and machinery. Providing consultancies, contract research, contract service, customized capacity building. Setting up of research and production farms outside India and undertaking global brand building initiatives. Providing technical support for turnkey projects on production and processing plants in agriculture and allied sectors. Creation of public-private partnerships in research, education and other capacity building endeavor’s in agriculture and allied sectors. Carrying out activities to integrate proficiencies in agricultural sciences with management, such as market intelligence, pricing and valuation issues, to nurture demand-driven research. CONSULTANCIES AND CONTRACT RESEARCH Its activities include: Providing the technical expertise and knowledge available with scientist of ICAR to National and international clientele Providing services ranging from preparation of literature/survey/feasibility studies/state-of-the-part project reports/technology forecasting/evolution reports to technical advice in the form assistance to help in trouble shooting or problem solving through contract research. Facilitating the researchers to identify and manage new opportunities to develop high quality consultancy proposals
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Description: Objectives: I. To promote creation of agricultural marketing infrastructure by providing backend subsidy support to State, cooperative and private sector investments. II. To promote creation of scientific storage capacity and to promote pledge financing to increase farmers’ income. III. To promote Integrated Value Chains (confined up to the stage of primary processing only) to provide vertical integration of farmers with primary processors. IV. To use ICT as a vehicle of extension to sensitize and orient farmers to respond to new challenges in agricultural marketing. V. To establish a nation-wide informat ion network system for speedy collection and dissemination of market information and data on arrivals and prices for its efficient and timely utilization by farmers and other stake holders. etc.
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Description: Objectives : To build up required confidence among farmers and to strengthen linkage between the institute and the farmers. To provide diagnostic and advisory services such as soil testing, plant health clinic, and disease identification and veterinary services ect. To sale and distribute improved products emerging as a result of research being done at the institute like seed, plants, livestock, breeds, fish seeds, poultry trains and processed products ect. To provide an overview of improved technology through published literatures and other communication materials. To overcome technology dissemination loss and to provide direct access to farmers to improved expertise as well as products of technology. To provide an opportunity to different divisions as well as the centers to have resource generation through sale of their technologies. Mandate : To render farm advisory services through multidisciplinary approach to problem serving. To offer single window delivery system for agricultural information as well as products and technologies developed by the institute in order to develop quality service to clientele. To provide all information to the farmers under one roof. Training Program / Activities : Training of farm woman & farmers for providing scientific information Lectures to students Introductory talk to approaching farmers on working of ATIC Participation in state festivals & exhibitions Trainings to students are provided on diagnosis of crop disorders and establishing links with the farmers.
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Description: Mandate : » Recruitment to posts in the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) of the ICAR and to such other posts and services that the President, ICAR, may specify from time to time. » Rendering such other assistances to the Council in personnel matters, including promotion, as may be required by the President, ICAR. » Advising the Council on disciplinary matters relating to personnel recruited through ASRB or appointed by the Council in consultation with the Board. » Recruitment to entry level scientific positions of the ARS through an All-India Competitive Examination. » Induction of existing scientists of the ICAR to ARS under the initial constitution of ARS. » Assessment for merit promotion and grant of advance increments to scientists of the ARS. » To conduct National Eligibility Test, which is a prerequisite for the initial recruitment as Assistant Professor/Lecturer in the State Agricultural Universities. » Recruitment to posts in the Combined cadres of Administrative Officers/Finance & Accounts Officers of the ICAR which are required to be filled by direct recruitment.
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Description: Objective : The major objectives of AgRIS will include among others: “Development of Decision Support Systems (DSS) on Production Practices and Systems”. The DSS proposed under AgRIS will facilitate farmers in adopting appropriate agricultural production practices, “Creation of Metadata” to become the Country’s initiative of “National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI) on Agriculture”, and Preparation of Guidelines on standardized methodology/best practices to be used for building Agricultural Resource Information System in similar districts of the Country.
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Description: The prime object of Agricultural Meteorology Division, India Meteorological Department(IMD), Pune is to minimize the impact of adverse weather on crops and to make use of crop-weather relationships to boost agricultural production. The Agricultural Meteorology Division was established at Pune in 1932 and from its inception the Division supports and participates in multi-disciplinary activities in this field. It is also the centre for research programmes in agricultural meteorology and has field units in various parts of the country. Besides, forecasts and advisories for farmers are issued by IMD’s Forecasting Offices located at different State capitals. Operational Services to Farmers Agrimet Division's Research Activities : The Director General of Meteorology is the Head of the India Meteorological Department with headquarter at New Delhi.The Agricultural Meteorology Division is functioning under his direct supervision.For smooth functioning of the Division, he is assisted by the Additional Director General of Meteorology (H & A) , New Delhi and DDGM (Agrimet), Pune.The office of the DDGM is located at Pune. Two Directors, three Meteorologist Grade –I are working under the supervision of DDGM.Besides 148 officers / staff are also working in the Division In this Division, there are number of units to deal with the subject of Agricultural Meteorology. They are: - Crop-Weather Studies National Agromet Advisory Service Centre Research and Delopment Central Agromet Observatory Agromet Advisory Service Unit,Maharashtra Fasal Crop Yield Agricultural Liasoning Section Inspectorate Technical Training Publication & Library Administration
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Description: AFC India is a multi-disciplinary consultancy and technical support organization specializing in agriculture and rural development segments of the economy. The company has been providing broad-based consultancy services since 1968. Of late, the company has diversified into large scale grassroots level project implementation under watershed development, livelihood promotions, organic farming, agriculture extension services, environmental impact assessments, retail micro-finance operations, training and capacity building, education, skill development and financial literacy. Services : AFC India services are fine-tuned to meet the present and future needs of Agriculture and Rural Development, Rural Financial Services and Social Sectors in India and abroad. AFC India services cover entire gamut of project cycle comprising: Broad Based Consultancy Grassroot Project Implementation in Rural Areas Training and Capacity Building Technical Divisions : To carry out and coordinate various assignments, AFC India has five Technical Divisions, namely: Agriculture and Water Resources Natural Resources Management Socio-Economic Monitoring and Evaluation External Consultancy Each of the Divisions is equipped with adequate manpower and infrastructure to carry out the tasks concerning the respective divisions.
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Description: Services : AFC India services are fine-tuned to meet the present and future needs of Agriculture and Rural Development, Rural Financial Services and Social Sectors in India and abroad. AFC India services cover entire gamut of project cycle comprising: Broad Based Consultancy Grassroot Project Implementation in Rural Areas Training and Capacity Building Headquarter of AFC is situated at Mumbai. The Company has three Regional Offices at Kolkata, New Delhi and Bangalore besides three Branch Offices at Lucknow, Hyderabad and Pune and Field Offices at Kalahandi, Bargarh (Orissa) and Godda (Jharkhand). Head Office & Regional Offices Branch Offices Field Offices RC-NAEB
Publish Date: 02-11-16