National Speed Breeding Crop Facility Inaugurated at NABI, Mohali
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Inauguration | Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated the National Speed Breeding Crop Facility at NABI, Mohali. |
| Objective | Aligns with PM Modi's vision to increase farmers' income and promote Agri StartUps. |
| Facility Focus | Serves all Indian states, with emphasis on Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, and Jammu & Kashmir. |
| Climate-Resistant Crops | Develops advanced varieties resilient to climate change, enabling year-round farming. |
| Economic Impact | Improves food security and economic stability for farmers. |
| Bio-Economy | Highlights innovations like tulip cultivation and 108-petal lotus for economic growth. |
| Government Commitment | Focus on bio-manufacturing and bio-foundry sectors to strengthen bio-economy. |
| Agricultural Progress | India projected to become the world's third-largest economy, with agriculture playing a vital role. |
| Facility's Goal | Accelerates development of new crop varieties to meet consumer demands faster. |
| Regional Impact | Supports Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana with innovative farming methods. |