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* The story is based on a panel discussion at the recently organized conference by the Federation of Seed Industry of India ( FSII in New Delhi .
Dr Singh called for a faster approval system : " It ’ s not just about GM or non- GM traits ; we also need to accelerate the introduction of improved varieties and hybrids . Reducing this timeline will help Indian agriculture thrive amidst climate change and resource constraints . With accelerated timelines for research and regulatory approval , new technologies could be brought to market more quickly .”
Leveraging the public-private partnerships
One of the most promising ways to fast-track the deployment of new technologies is through public-private partnerships . Historically , public institutions led agricultural research in India , but the private sector now plays a growing role in bringing innovations to market .
Dr Singh highlights ICAR ' s efforts to promote such collaborations , noting , " We have created guidelines for sharing germplasm , conducting joint research , and co-developing educational programs to create industry-ready human resources ."
Collaboration between public institutions and private companies is essential for the commercialization of technologies like genomics and transgenics . However , for these innovations to reach farmers promptly ,
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BioVoiceNews | October 2024