- Production of transgenics and application of DNA markers for enhancement of germplasm possessing resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses.
- Research to improve nutritional and other quality attributes to match international standards will be intensified.
- Major emphasis would be laid on natural resource management through generation of environment-friendly technologies.
- Low input-cost technologies like zero tillage, bed planting, genetic resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses, use of leaf colour charts, etc. shall receive increased emphasis for all crops.
- Research on management and recycling of crop residues and agricultural byproducts would be intensified.
- Technologies for efficient post-harvest management and agro-processing for value addition and extended shelf life of perishable agricultural produce shall be strengthened.
- Technology for cultivation and processing of aromatic and medicinal plants and organic farming will be developed.
- Participatory research with involvement of farmers and end-users like industry to develop commercially acceptable technologies will be intensified.
- Farm machinery development for precision agriculture technology generation for ground-water recharging and conservation will continue
- Application of Geographical Information System (GIS) and Global Positioning System (GPS) for precision farming and management of natural resources will be made.
- Increased emphasis will be given on women empowerment for household management in farm women operations.
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