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ANNUAL REPORT - 2012-13

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Title ANNUAL REPORT - 2012-13
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Subject Annual Report
 
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The objective of the Institute is to enhance productivity through characterization and conservation of island genetic resources, development of genetically superior varieties/breeds, systems approach in island farming, development of climate resilient agricultural technologies suitable for the agro-ecological conditions of these islands and effective management of post-harvest losses. With the accumulated experience and expertise in island agriculture, it is proposed to make a major stride towards our cherished goal of emerging as the “Institute of Excellence on Tropical Island Agriculture”.
Flagship programme on Integrated Agriculture System for Tropical Islands & Establishment of
Quarantine and Biosecurity facilities, are the two major research issues initiated during the period.
Special focus has been given under Tribal Sub Plan by implementing numerous technological
interventions in agriculture, fisheries, horticulture, animal husbandry, post harvest and value
addition technologies for the benefit of the tribal’s in Nicobar District and Little Andaman.
It is a matter of pride that a total of 14 varieties viz., two each of rice & sweet potato, four each
of coconut & noni, one each of poi & brinjal have been recommended for release by the State
Seed Sub Committee on Agriculture & Horticulture Crops in A & N Islands.
During the year the institute has been conferred with prestigious Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Award
for outstanding work for the tribal population and Rajshri Tandon award by ICAR, along with
three more awards for superlative implementation of Rajbhasha in official use by GoI & Societies.
In addition, Indian Science Congress Association (ISCA) on its centenary year has reposed
responsibility of Andaman Chapter to CARI.
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Date 2019-03-27T09:46:56Z
2019-03-27T09:46:56Z
2012-10-01
 
Type Annual Report
 
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http://krishi.icar.gov.in/jspui/handle/123456789/17705
 
Language English
 
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