Bihar to Get its First Sugarcane Research Centre in Samastipur by 2027
The Bihar government has announced plans to set up an international level Sugarcane Research Centre in Pusa, Samastipur, under the Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University. The dedicated research centre will be first of its kind in Bihar. The main reason behind setting up a dedicated research centre for sugarcane in Samastipur is because Bihar is one of the largest producers of sugarcane due to suitable cultivation conditions and fertile plains available in the state.
So, with the International Sugarcane Research Centre in Samastipur, the government is aiming to revolutionize sugarcane farming in Bihar and overall India. The institution will provide advanced research options which will help in increasing the quality of seeds. The local farmers will be given global-level training for jaggery production and also efficient crop production.
We have covered everything about the new international sugarcane research centre in this article, including the project status, facilities planned, and how it will benefit farmers of Bihar. You can use the following Table of Contents to navigate as per your preference:
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About the Sugarcane Research Centre in Bihar
According to the Bihar Budget for this year, the upcoming sugarcane centre will receive the status of a “Centre of Excellence” which would serve as a platform for international-level collaboration and facilities. The Detailed Project Report (DPR) has already been submitted to Bihar’s Sugarcane Industry Department.
The project has passed initial stages of approval. Also, the first department-level meeting has already taken place. The officials have welcomed to the project and they believe that Sugarcane Research Centre will help in boosting the income of farmers by increasing the quality and quantity of produce and also reducing input costs.
What Makes It Significant
While India already has major sugarcane research institutes like IISR in Lucknow and SBI in Coimbatore, the state-of-the-art institute in Bihar will be different. It will one of its kinds international centre focused on global research exchange, technology transfer, and on-ground farmer training.
The Sugarcane Research Centre in Pusa, Samastipur will not only focus on sugarcane varieties but also focus on jaggery production, pest management, nutrition management and techniques to reduce water usage.
Benefits of the Sugarcane Research Centre in Bihar
Dr. Devendra Singh, Director of the Sugarcane Research Institute at Pusa, confirmed that the centre will provide:
- High-quality cane seed varieties
- Upgraded jaggery (गुड़) production methods
- Professional training to local farmers on modern farming tools and techniques
The institute will also host a knowledge-sharing model global centres would adopt the successful techniques.
Online Portal & Mobile App for Farmers
The Bihar government has launched a dedicated sugarcane farming portal and mobile app. They aim to modernise agriculture in the state. The digital platforms will provide information on the following :
- Scientific farming methods
- Pest control and pesticide guidance
- Fertilizer
- Water Usage reduction
- Monthly advisory for better crop planning
According to Sugarcane Industry Minister Krishna Nandan Paswan, the app is meant to make the local farmers familiar with the updated, field-relevant data. Every information will be available at their fingertips.
Conclusion
The establishment of an international sugarcane research centre in Samastipur’s Pusa shows Bihar’s commitment towards innovative agricultural ecosystem. With global collaborations, digital Services and local support system for the sugarcane farmers, the centre is set to revolutionise agriculture in Bihar. And Bihar being one of the largest producers of sugarcane is actively focusing on harnessing maximizing it to its advantage.
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