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flag Indian seed industry seeks unified licensing to cut costs and delays, boost innovation.

flag India’s seed industry is urging the government to streamline regulations that cost over ₹800 crore annually, calling for a “One Nation, One Licence” system to eliminate redundant state-level approvals and reduce delays up to 180 days. flag The Federation of Seed Industry of India’s report, based on 55 companies representing one-third of the ₹30,000-crore market, highlights that regulatory friction adds over ₹300 crore in annual costs, with small firms bearing disproportionately high compliance burdens. flag The industry seeks a single digital platform, reinstated R&D tax incentives, and removal of price controls to boost innovation. flag Government efforts are underway to unify the Seed Act and PPVFRA into a single framework, aiming to position India as a global seed technology leader by 2035 and create rural jobs.

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