Infrastructure & Resources

Infrastructure & Resources
The Crop Science Division (CSD) of ICAR possesses one of the most extensive and advanced agricultural research infrastructures in India, enabling cutting-edge innovations in crop science and technology development.
Laboratories and Scientific Facilities

• State-of-the-art laboratories equipped for genomics, molecular breeding, genome editing, bioinformatics, and biotechnology research.
• Advanced facilities for seed science, plant protection, pathology, entomology, and agronomy.
• Specialized units for biofortification, phenotyping, high-throughput screening, and climate-resilient crop research.

Genetic Resource Repositories

• National Gene Bank – the second largest globally, housing over 4.71 lakh accessions of 2,200+ plant species.
• Collections of 4.10 lakh insect specimens and 9,050 microbial accessions, supporting biodiversity conservation and sustainable agricultural practices.

Production and Field Resources

• Extensive breeder and foundation seed production infrastructure producing over 5.43 lakh quintals of breeder seed and 19.04 lakh quintals of quality seed during 2020–2025.
• Demonstration farms, seed testing units, and field stations across agro-ecological zones for multilocational trials and technology validation.

Technology and Digital Resources

• Development and deployment of digital agriculture tools such as AI Smart Trap, GRAINEX technology, and IoT-enabled irrigation and pest monitoring systems.
• Use of data-driven platforms for precision agriculture, crop monitoring, and decision support systems.

Training & Capacity Development Infrastructure

• Well-established facilities for training programs, workshops, and field demonstrations aimed at capacity building of farmers, extension personnel, and researchers.