Indian Agricultural Research Institute

• 21 Mar 2024

Indian Agricultural Research Institute flags illegal cultivation of its basmati varieties in Pakistan, posing challenges for Indian farmers and exporters.

• IARI director demands legal action against unscrupulous seed firms in Pakistan.
• PB-1121, PB-6, PB-1509, and newer IARI varieties illegally cultivated in Pakistan.
• Pakistan's basmati exports lower than India's but gaining momentum.
• Depreciation of Pakistani rupee aids its basmati exports to EU and UK.
• Indian exporters concerned about the exploitation of their research efforts.