• Objective: Produce high-quality, disease-free potato seeds for farmers
  • Funding: ₹18.7 crore project (₹4.48 crore approved under RKVY 2025-26)
  • Implementation: Potato Technology Centre (PTC), Shamgarh (Karnal)
  • Target Regions: South Haryana (Dadri, Bhiwani, Mahendragarh, Rewari)
  • Supply Chain Expansion: Seeds to be distributed in UP, Bihar, Jharkhand, MP, and Odisha

Why This Initiative Matters

  1. Better Yields:
    • Disease-resistant seeds reduce crop losses by 30-40%
    • Climate-adapted varieties ensure stable production
  2. Modern Technologies:
    • Aeroponics & Controlled Climate Facilities at PTC for elite seed production
    • AI & IoT-based monitoring for optimal growth conditions
  3. Economic Impact:
    • Expected 20-25% increase in farmer incomes due to premium seed quality
    • Reduction in seed import dependency

How Farmers Benefit

✔ Subsidized high-quality seeds (reducing input costs)
✔ Higher market prices due to superior potato quality
✔ Access to CIP’s global research on advanced potato farming techniques

Challenges & Solutions

⚠ Limited seed production in South Haryana → PTC expansion & training programs
⚠ Climate risks → Drought & heat-tolerant potato varieties
⚠ Market linkages → Direct procurement agreements with FMCG companies

A Game-Changer for Indian Potato Farmers

This Haryana-CIP partnership is set to:

  • Boost potato seed self-sufficiency
  • Enhance farmer profitability
  • Promote sustainable & tech-driven agriculture

With better seeds, higher yields, and stronger market access, Haryana could soon become India’s potato seed hub.

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T.G. Lynn
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