Archive · 2 Jun 2025
PDKV Scientists Gain Approval for Crop Varieties, Tools, and Technologies
Scientists at PDKV developed new types of crops, tools, and farming methods.
They got approval for 11 new crop varieties like better jowar, finger millet, and wheat.
They also created new tools like a soybean harvester, a flax thresher, and a paddy seeder.
These new tools and crops will help farmers in Maharashtra grow more food and make their work easier.
The new advancements were presented at a meeting and are now available for use, aiming to improve farming and help farmers.
PDKV scientists received approval for 11 new crop varieties.
They also got approval for 9 agricultural tools and machinery.
69 crop production technology recommendations were approved.
These advancements aim to boost crop yields and improve farming practices.
The approved items are now available for implementation this season.
- Who
- Scientists from Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth (PDKV), Akola
- What
- Secured approval for new crop varieties, agricultural tools, and technology recommendations at the 53rd joint agricultural research and development committee meeting.
- When
- May 29-31
- Where
- Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Agricultural University, Parbhani, Maharashtra
- Why
- To increase crop yields, introduce improved varieties, and enhance production in Maharashtra's agricultural sector.
- Meeting Location
- Parbhani, Maharashtra
- Meeting Dates
- May 29-31
- Crop Varieties Approved
- 11
- Tools and Machinery Approved
- 9
- Technology Recommendations
- 69
- Jowar Variety
- PDKV Shashwat (TKS-461)
- Wheat Variety
- AKAW 5100