Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated the National Seeds Corporation’s (NSC) state-of-the-art seed processing plant in New Delhi and virtually launched five more plants in Bareilly, Dharwad, Hassan, Suratgarh, and Raichur. Emphasizing the importance of quality seeds in enhancing agricultural productivity, he said the new facilities would help curb issues of fake and substandard seeds and ensure easy access to high-quality seeds for farmers. The Beej Bhawan plant at Pusa has a processing capacity of one ton per hour, while the other five plants can each process four tons per hour. The Minister also launched the Seed Management 2.0 system and an online seed booking platform to promote transparency and convenience for farmers. Highlighting NSC’s vital role in strengthening the nation’s food security, Mr. Chouhan urged the Corporation to create a roadmap to ensure the timely supply of quality seeds, especially to small and marginal farmers.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan Inaugurates NSC Seed Processing Plants, Launches Online Booking System
