National Speed Breeding Crop Facility

• 13 Mar 2024

On 11th March, National Speed Breeding Crop Facility at National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI), Mohali, was inaugurated.

• Facility aligned with PM’s goal of doubling farmers' income and promoting Agri-StartUps.
• Speed breeding technology to benefit North Indian states like Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, and J&K.
• Initiative aims to accelerate crop improvement programs, develop climate-resistant crops, and address food and nutritional demands.
• Focus on combining modern science and technology with traditional farming knowledge for economic growth.