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India launches $98M Clean Plant Programme to produce 80 million disease-free seedlings annually.
India has launched the Rs 1,765 crore Clean Plant Programme, backed by a $98 million Asian Development Bank loan, to boost its horticulture sector by providing virus-free planting material.
Nine clean plant centres will be established nationwide, including three in Maharashtra for grapes, oranges, and pomegranates, aiming to produce 80 million disease-free seedlings annually.
Large and medium nurseries will receive financial support up to Rs 3 crore and Rs 1.5 crore respectively.
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research oversees technical implementation, with advanced diagnostics, bioinformatics, and rigorous testing protocols ensuring plant health.
A national lab in Pune will support original plant species research.
The programme aims to improve crop yields, fruit quality, and resilience against pests and environmental stresses, modernizing horticulture and supporting farmers across India.
India lanza un programa de plantas limpias de 98 millones de dólares para producir 80 millones de plántulas libres de enfermedades al año.