Integrated Scheme of OilSeeds,Pulses,Oilpalm and Maize

2.11 CONTRACT RESEARCH BY ICAR

An amount of 5% of the allocation for seed component under ISOPOM will be allocated to ICAR for contract research for development of drought resistant varieties of oilseeds and pulses, particularly of groundnut, soybean, rapeseed and mustard. Specific new problems hampering cultivation of these crops needing immediate remedies could also be suggested by states for study under this component for taking up by ICAR with approval of the Government of India.