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To develop high yielding, early maturing and
blast resistant varieties of rice for irrigated and rainfed
ecosystems of the State.
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To develop high yielding, drought tolerant,
yellow & brown rust, loose smut and powdery mildew resistant
varieties of wheat for early, timely and late sown conditions of the
state.
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To develop integrated nutrient & pest
management practices for rice and rice based cropping systems.
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To develop improved agronomic practices for
rice and wheat cultivation in different zones.
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To identify genetic stocks having proven
sources of resistance to major diseases, insect pests and desirable
quality components of rice and wheat.
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To develop management strategies for important
diseases of rice and wheat.
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To produce nucleus and breeder seed of rice
and wheat varieties released by the centre.
