Sustainable Development in Bihar: Key Insights from TCI Research
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Source | Tata-Cornell Institute for Agriculture and Nutrition (TCI) at Cornell University |
| Focus | Sustainable Development in Bihar through agricultural sector interventions |
| Key Technologies | 1. Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) for paddy cultivation |
| 2. Advanced Artificial Insemination for Cattle Breeding | |
| 3. Anti-Methanogenic Feed Supplements for Livestock | |
| Objective | Reduce Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions while maintaining or improving agricultural productivity |
| GHG Emissions Reduction Potential | 9.4-11.2 metric tons annually |
| Agricultural Emission Contribution | Agriculture accounts for 20% of India's GHG emissions |
| Malnutrition in Bihar | High prevalence, especially among young children |
| Agroclimatic Zones in Bihar | Zone-I: North Alluvial Plain |
| Zone-II: North East Alluvial Plain | |
| Zone-III A: South East Alluvial Plain | |
| Zone-III B: South West Alluvial Plain | |
| Mitigation Potential for AWD | Highest in Southwest and Northwest zones |
| ICAR Innovation | 'Harit Dhara' (HD) - Anti-Methanogenic Feed Supplement |
| HD Benefits | Reduces cattle methane emissions by 17-20% and increases milk production |