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The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) will launch its “one scientist, one product” programme to improve research in the field of agriculture and animal husbandry.
The council will formally announce the release of 323 varieties of 56 crops, including cereals, oilseeds, forage crops, and sugar cane, at a function as part of its 96th foundation day
One scientist, one product
This innovative programme aims to focus and streamline research efforts in agriculture and animal husbandry.
By assigning specific products or research areas to individual scientists, ICAR hopes to:
Enhance specialization
Improve research efficiency
Accelerate the development of new agricultural technologies and products
ICAR had given a target to all 5,521 scientists under the institution to come up with a product, technology, model, concept or good publication.
At the beginning of every year, the scientist or a group of scientists will have to identify the product, and the ICAR will map the work.
ICAR will monitor it at the institute level every three months and at the headquarters level every six months.
ICAR was also working to develop 100 new seed varieties and 100 farm technologies in 100 days as part of the Centre’s 100-day action plan (100-100-100 Initiative)
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