Annual Report 2007 - 08

Abstract

Not Available ; Improving the productivity and profitability of rainfed agriculture is imperative from the perspective of growth, equity and sustainability of Indian agriculture and hence it continues to receive high priority by the Government of India. With increasing cost of production, degradation of natural resources and increased climatic risks, the livelihood security of rainfed farmers is continuously under threat. Generation of new technologies is one of the key elements in the strategy for improving rainfed agriculture, though one should take due cognizance of the importance of technology transfer and policy environments. It is important to deal with the short term objectives as well as to pursue the long term goals and challenges. The on-going efforts at CRIDA reflect such a mix of short and long term perspective. CRIDA has been actively involved in undertaking basic and applied research in the area of rainfed agriculture and climate change through its network research stations across the country ; Not Available