ICAR-IARI to Organize Training on ‘Seed Production, Testing & Storage in Field & Vegetable Crops’ from Sept 9-13, 2024

ZTM & BPD unit together with the Division of Seed Science & technology, ICAR-IARI, Pusa is organizing training on “Seed production, testing and storage in field and vegetable crops” from 09^th to 13^th September 2024.

Objective of Training

• To strengthen the skills and knowledge of officers, executives and managers in quality seed production.

• To demonstrate the various seed testing methods including field and lab-based for seed quality assurance.

• To raise awareness about the opportunities & challenges in seed certification and quality control.

• To provide insights into post-harvest handling and management of seed lots.

Why Attend?

This training programme will offer in-depth knowledge on seed production, testing and storage, designed for professionals involved in seed production, quality control, and other stakeholders in the seed industry. Moreover, participants will gain valuable insights into seed production, processing, testing, certification and quality control, enhancing their expertise in these crucial areas.

Training Details

• Course Director: Dr. Gyan P. Mishra, Head, Division of Seed Science and Technology, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi.

• Course Co-Director: Dr. Nagamani Sandra, Scientist (Sr. Scale), Division of Seed Science and Technology, ICAR-IARI.

• Course Coordinator: Dr. Akriti, Scientist (Sr. Scale), In-Charge, ZTM & BPD unit, ICAR-IARI.

• Duration & Date: 09th to 13th September, 2024 (05 days)

• No. of trainees: Minimum 25 (First come first serve basis)

• Venue: ZTM & BPD Unit, Pusa, New Delhi-110012.

Training Cost (per candidate): Rs. 3000/- (excluding boarding and lodging. Participants can request their accommodation by emailing- [email protected] and accordingly accommodation can be provided as per the availability at IARI, PUSA, New Delhi).

• Payment must be made to the following account number:
• Bank Name: CANARA BANK
• Name: PUSA TAKSAY Account
• Branch: 19029-IARI, PUSA CAMPUS, DELHI 110012
• IFSC: CNRB0019029
• Account No: 120000469441

Who can apply?

The participants who have good command of the language (reading, writing and speaking) in English and Hindi can apply for this training programme. The last date to register is 06^th September 2024.

Registration Link: https://pusakrishi.accubate.app/ext/survey/576/apply

(Note: No application will be considered without payment.)