Vegetable crops will ensure food & nutritional security, says expert.
safefoodmitra.com · 2025-03-04 09:38:10
Delivering the inaugural address, chief guest Dr SK Singh, Deputy Director General (Horticultural Sciences), ICAR, New Delhi, underscored the critical role of vegetable crops in ensuring food and nutritional security. Expressing his admiration for the contributions of the PAU’s vegetable scientists, he acknowledged their dedication and hard work, stating that their varieties dominate the region, making a lasting impact on farmers and consumers alike.
Dr Singh emphasised that the AICRP research is a continuous process and advocated for a policy shift that allows scientists to continue working on specific crop projects for at least three to four years. This, he stressed, would enhance research viability and lead to more effective outcomes. He also urged scientists to recognise the long-term value of field and laboratory-generated data, even if its immediate application is not apparent.