Release of 184 New Crop Varieties

Why in News?

Union Agriculture Minister released 184 improved crop varieties across 25 crops.

Important Facts

Developed by

• ICAR – 60 varieties
• Agricultural Universities – 62
• Private companies – 62

Coverage

• Rice
• Maize
• Millets
• Cotton
• Pulses
• Oilseeds
• Sugarcane

UPSC Facts

• India became the largest rice producer in 2024–25.
• Millets improve climate resilience.
• Bt Cotton dominates new cotton varieties.

Mains Link

GS-III

• Food Security
• Climate-resilient Agriculture
• Seed Technology