What is Agricultural Research?
Agricultural Research involves scientific investigation and experimentation aimed at improving agricultural productivity, sustainability, and profitability. It includes developing new crop varieties, improving farming techniques, and addressing challenges like pest and weed infestation.
Historical Background
Organized agricultural research in India began with the establishment of the Imperial Agricultural Research Institute in 1905. The Green Revolution in the 1960s was a direct result of intensive agricultural research focused on high-yielding varieties.